November 9, 2016
Primary and secondary students in the Wide Bay electorate – which includes a swathe of South Burnett schools – have been invited to take part in a “Wide Bay In Pictures” competition.
The competition has been launched by Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien.
A selection of the pictures will be printed on canvas and put on display in his Parliament House and Electorate offices.
Mr O’Brien has invited students to send him copies of their photographic and artistic works which highlight the diversity and beauty of Wide Bay.
“The walls of my Parliament House and Electorate offices are a perfect place to showcase the scenery and sights of Wide Bay, and help to promote the region to visitors and tourists,” Mr O’Brien said.
Eight pictures will be selected.
A cash prize of $200 will be donated to the school’s Parents & Citizens Committee for any selected picture. All students participating in the competition will also receive a special certificate of appreciation.
“This competition encourages students to display their talent by taking photographs, or painting or drawing pictures of something that is special and unique about Wide Bay,” Mr O’Brien said,
“From pristine beaches, historic towns, beautiful hinterland and stunning landscapes, Wide Bay in Pictures will provide a great opportunity to highlight all our region has to offer.
“I encourage students to be as creative as possible, from images depicting pre-European settlement through to the modern time, students can use their artistic talents to portray Wide Bay in a variety of styles.”
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Conditions of Entry
Entry is open to all primary and secondary school students and limited to one picture per person.
- To enter, email a copy of your photograph or artistic picture to Llew.OBrien.MP@aph.gov.au with #lovewidebay in the subject line. Please include the student’s name, the school name, school phone number, and the location the picture depicts
- Two winners will be selected from each of the following Local Government Areas in Wide Bay: Fraser Coast Regional Council; Gympie Regional Council; South Burnett Regional Council and Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Council (combined); and Noosa Council and Sunshine Coast Council (combined).
- There are eight prizes of $200 available. The School’s Parents & Citizens Committee will receive $200 for a selected entry.
- The student must reside in the Wide Bay electorate and their school must be located in the Wide Bay electorate.
- All pictures must be taken in, or represent, the Federal Division of Wide Bay (refer to the Australian Electoral Commission’s website)
- Pictures may be posted on social media (Facebook/Twitter/Instagram) hashtag #lovewidebay with the first name of the photographer or artist and the location of the image.
- Pictures may be printed, reproduced or distributed electronically and there will be no payment for reproduction or redistribution.
- The closing date for entries is Friday, February 10.
