Peter is bush poet of the year

Member of the Gosford Bush Poets Society, Mr Peter Mace of Empire Bay, has received critical acclaim amongst the folk community for his most recent compilation of bush poetry, earning the artist the coveted title of "bush poet of the year", awarded at the 2012 Man from Snowy River Bush Festival held in Corryong, Victoria on March 29.

"My album Australian Made was released in mid 2011, and I like to go and perform at folk and country music festivals as well as various competitions," Mr Mace said when asked about his desire to share and perform the album.

The album features 12 song covers, with several original tracks.

"Half of the poems are mine.

"However, the title track Australian Made is written by my good friend John Dengate," Mr Mace said.

"It is written about his father and he was kind enough to let me record it.

"I'm now the Australian Bush Poetry champion and it's an honour," Mr Mace added.

Elyse Gunner, 12 Apr 2012

Interviewee: Peter Mace

Photo: Peter Mace