Just in time for the World Environment Day on 5 June, Shellharbour City Council launches its annual “Wild About Shellharbour Nature Photography Competition.”

This year’s theme, ‘Connecting with Country’ encourages participants to get outside and explore the beauty of Shellharbour’s abundant species. 

Open to Shellharbour City residents of all ages, the competition runs until Sunday, 14 July. Participants can enter the 17 years and under, or the 18 years and over, categories.

Prizes up for grab include cash and professionally printed canvases of the winning images from local business PhotoMart.

Chris Homer, the Shellharbour City Mayor, said that looking through a camera lens could encourage a sense of curiosity towards our natural world.

“From lush green rainforests to a pristine coastline, our city has many diverse landscapes with an array of plants and wildlife ready to explore.”

“It doesn’t matter whether you are an amateur or professional, all photography skill levels are welcomed and encouraged to have a go. You could even round up your family or friends and

make an adventure out of it,” he said.

For an entry form and more information about the competition rules, visit Wild About Shellharbour 2024.