Local winner in photography comp

Spirit of the Bush photography winners announced.

Barraba Local, Paula McIver one of the competition winners, with these 2 winning photos

Australia’s most trusted rural charity has announced the winners of its fourth annual Spirit of the Bush photography competition. Rural Aid CEO John Warlters congratulated the photographers behind the 12 winning photos.

Manilla local, Shannon Swanton, was also on the winners list.

“Each photo tells a compelling story, whether it be of a successful crop, sunset silhouette or tender moment between working dog and owner,” Mr Warlters said. “A powerful love of livestock and the land really shines through in this year’s pictures. Our annual competition always attracts hundreds of entries. Thank you to all those who sent their photos in to be judged and congratulations to our winners.”

The 12 photos will be used to create a stunning 2024 calendar. “Any profits from the calendar’s sale are directed back into Rural Aid’s range of award-winning programs,” Mr Warlters said. “Rural Aid is proud to stand with our mates in the bush when they need it, whether that’s through a hay delivery, pre-paid visa card, or free counselling. I’d encourage anyone with an appreciation of the bush to consider purchasing one of these beautiful calendars.”

The calendars are available for pre-order now through the website:  https://shop.ruralaid.org.au/shop-calendar/