By RENEE FORD

GRAFTON-raised performer Mackenzie Harvison has her sights set on London's West End theatre scene.

After receiving a full scholarship worth $25,000 to study 'Musical Theatre' at Sydney's McDonald College for year 12 in 2007, her dream is even closer to becoming a reality.

"I've always enjoyed dancing, singing and acting, so it's an area that allows me to do all three," an excited Mackenzie told The Daily Examiner yesterday.

Mackenzie began her love affair with performing arts from the tender age of three. Now at 17 years of age she has harnessed the necessary creativity, self-discipline, passion and desire to pursue a career in the field.

After recently completing year 11, her first year of studies at The McDonald School on a partial scholarship, Mackenzie has adjusted well to the buzzing Sydney lifestyle, making friends and 'fitting in well'.

"It was a bit daunting. It was really hard leaving everyone here (in Grafton), but I live with my older sister now, who has helped me out so much," she said.

"We made several attempts to invite him (Mr Hatzistergos) up here."

According to Dr Tyson, Clarence Valley locals are 'heading up the river of increasing health care demand' and going to get stuck.

But he congratulated the locals who rallied. "It went off rather well. There were young and old people...I feel sorry for the Labor candidate."