National parks on the Central Coast will be popular with shutterbugs in coming months as they vie to shoot the best photograph in the first ever NSW National Parks Photo Competition.
Head of NSW National Parks Atticus Fleming said all photographers, whether professional or amateur, could snap up a chance to win one of four national park holidays.
“Our national parks protect spectacular landscapes and threatened wildlife, offering exceptional photo opportunities across the state,” he said.
“If you are in a national park this summer, pull out your camera or your phone and take that special photo of a stunning view, a beautiful bird or your friends exploring our parks.
“Your photos will be showcased on a new webpage, helping to promote awareness of our national parks and support for conservation.
“There are four competition categories: Landscapes and Vistas, Animals and Plants, Enjoying Nature and Remote Country.
“Category winners will receive their choice of a unique holiday in selected national park accommodation ranging from lighthouse keepers’ cottages to bush cabins to beachfront houses.
“We’re particularly excited to see photos in the Remote Country category, as more people find their path to lesser-known gems in our regional and remote areas.”
The inaugural NSW National Parks Photo Competition runs from December 13 to January 31, 2023 with terms and conditions on the NPWS website.
All photography must be undertaken in a safe manner, keeping distance from animals, respecting cultural heritage and causing no damage to the environment.
Summer is a busy time and some popular visitor areas may be closed on short notice if they reach capacity; check NPWS Alerts before visiting.
Winners will be announced on the NSW National Parks Facebook page in February.
To submit a photograph, go to nswparks.info/photocomp.
Source:
Media release, Dec 14
NSW Government