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Born on the Isle of Wight, Mackenzie spent much of her childhood in the UAE.
She first joined Island Echo as a work experience student before becoming part of the editorial team full-time in June 2026.
Mackenzie holds a BA (Hons) in Multimedia Journalism from News Associates in London, alongside an NCTJ Diploma in Journalism to Gold Standard – the highest level of achievement recognised by the National Council for the Training of Journalists.
Island Roads staff have supported the Wight Brainy Bunch throughout the year as their 2025/26 chosen charity, ending with a cheque for £688.
Read moreDetailsJasper Carrott, Liza Pulman and Joe Stilgoe are among the stars performing at this year's Wight Proms.
Read moreDetailsA Medina College teacher has raised more than £5,500 for the Huntington’s Disease Association after completing an extraordinary 100-mile endurance challenge around the school grounds.
Read moreDetailsA brand new Isle of Wight colouring book featuring some of the Island’s best-loved landmarks has officially launched in support of Isle of Wight Defibrillators.
Read moreDetailsLanesend Primary School in Cowes has secured 3rd place at the UK’s largest performing arts competition for schools, Dance Live Junior Finals.
Read moreDetailsA new Isle of Wight community group is using sea fishing to help support people struggling with their mental health — while also tackling loneliness and isolation.
Read moreDetailsEast Cowes Carnival organisers have thanked the Asda Foundation after receiving an £820 grant to support a new youth workshop project aimed at improving mental health and wellbeing among local teenagers.
Read moreDetailsA group of sixth-form students from the Isle of Wight have secured investment from local business leaders after delivering a successful ‘Dragon’s Den’ style pitch for their growing business venture, Boundless Wight.
Read moreDetailsA team of determined Mountbatten Isle of Wight supporters have raised an incredible £56,270.97 after completing a gruelling 240km husky sled challenge through the snowy wilderness of Sweden.
Read moreDetailsA cutting-edge nitrous oxide breathalyser, believed to be the first of its kind in the world, is being trialled by police across Hampshire, the Isle of Wight and the Thames Valley in a ground-breaking trial.
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