Photo credit: Ruth Hart

Known as Dyarubbin, the Hawkesbury-Nepean River holds spiritual significance for many, is a lifeblood for farmers, inspiration for artists, a place to play and relax and much loved for its spectacular beauty. It also wreaks havoc through the devastating force of floods. This competition will showcase all aspects of the mighty river giving entrants a chance to win a share of the $5,000 prize pool.

Key dates

• 20 September 2024
  Entries open.

• 2 February 2025
  Entries close.

• 3 February 2025
  Voting open for People’s Choice awards. 

• 10 February 2025
  Winners announced.

• From March 2025
  Curated exhibition displayed in the Hawkesbury-Nepean region. 

Find out more at: https://www.nsw.gov.au/departments-and-agencies/nsw-reconstruction-authority/living-river