With the theme of ‘Beauty with a Purpose’, Ms Poklepovich was required to fundraise and take part in charity work as part of the competition.
She will take part in the upcoming National Finals in Melbourne, where the contestants will be judged in six categories to be named Miss World Australia.
Ms Poklepovich said she was looking forward to the finals.
‘I am looking forward to representing WA; I feel very fortunate to have been chosen to represent the state,’ she said.
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READ NOW‘I hope that I do WA proud and I just feel so lucky to have been named a national finalist.’
Ms Poklepovich is fundraising for Variety.
Email miapoklepovich@hotmail.com to make a donation.