WHA anniversary photographic competition

The Tasmanian wilderness World Heritage Area is a globally significant natural and cultural wonder bordered by Cradle Mountain and Strahan, and running deep into the states south-west.

It is the equal highest-rating WHA on Earth, alongside Mt Taishan in China, meeting seven of the 10 criteria for world heritage listing. The unique wildlife, plant species, landscapes and cultural heritage of the area are what makes it so special, and led to its listing in 1982.

The Tasmanian WHA can be experienced in many ways, with walks of various challenging lengths at Cradle Mountain and from Strahan; or cruises on the majestic Gordon River and unique experiences exploring the history of piners and miners in the region.

On December 14, 2007, the Tasmanian community celebrates the 25th anniversary of the declaration of the Tasmanian wilderness World Heritage Area.

Prize for Photography
The Wilderness Gallery Prize for Photography will this year centre around the Tasmanian wilderness World Heritage Area in celebration of the anniversary. This competition for professional photographers is an acquisitive award, with a first prize of $5000, and a peoples choice prize of Fujifilm equipment valued at $1200.

The winner will be announced on December 8, in conjunction with the Tasmanian Parks and Wildlife open day at Cradle Mountain. Works of the 25 finalists, as chosen by a panel of judges, will be exhibited until February 10, and the Fujifilm peoples prize will be announced on January 25.

50 per cent of the competition entry fee will be donated to Tasmanian devil research projects.

For further details on the competition closing dates, entry forms and terms and conditions see PDFs below.

For further details on the Tasmanian wilderness World Heritage Area, click here