Showcase our coast

Blue Hope is a free, public photography competition inviting Victorian primary and secondary school students, as well as amateur adult photographers, to capture the beauty, diversity and changing nature of our marine and coastal environments.

The competition is an opportunity for people of all ages to share their perspective on Victoria's coastline and celebrate the marine life and environments that make it so special.

Entries are open until January 31, 2027, with exciting prizes up for grabs across three age groups.

The competition will culminate in a free public exhibition and opening event at Deakin Waterfront in Geelong in March 2027, showcasing entries and celebrating the winning photographs.

Competition prizes

Primary school (ages 5-12)

• First prize: Phillip Island Penguins Plus Family Experience (valued at $232.50)
• Second prize: $100 Rip Curl wetsuit voucher
• Third prize: Tahwalhi Junior Snorkel and Flippers (valued at $50)
  Secondary school (ages 13-17)
• First prize: Surf Groms group surf lesson (valued at $200)
• Second prize: $100 Rip Curl wetsuit voucher
• Third prize: Tahwalhi Junior Snorkel and Flippers (valued at $50)
  Open category (ages 18+)
• First prize: Five-night stay at Tidal River Cabins in Wilsons Promontory for up to six guests (valued at $1000)
• Second prize: Family Seal & Dolphin Swim pass for two adults and two children (valued at $720)
• Third prize: $300 Need Essentials voucher

Find out more: www.deakin.edu.au/centre-for-marine-science/blue-hope-photography-competition/_nocache