chevron nature in focus photography competition

Chevron Australia joined long-term environmental partner, Conservation Volunteers Australia (CVA), to launch a new photography competition this year, which aims to increase awareness and showcase Australia’s unique local species and ecosystems.

Open to everyone, with categories for both adults and juniors, Chevron Nature in Focus includes three thematic areas:

• Oceans, Wetlands and Rivers - from the depths of the oceans teeming with marine life to the tranquil beauty of wetlands and the meandering flow of rivers, this category celebrates the vital role these environments play in our world.
• Sustainability - explore and capture the essence of sustainable living, practices, and innovations. Celebrate human efforts in striving for a balance with nature that ensures the well-being of our planet for future generations.
• Species and Habitats - explore and capture the beauty, diversity, uniqueness, and importance of Australian native species and their habitats.

The competition expanded on the ‘Chevron Focus Environment Photography Competition’, which has inspired school-aged kids in Western Australia for over 18 years.

Chevron Environment Team Lead Hannah Brown said she was excited to build on the success of the WA competition.

“Through partnering with CVA, we’re able to expand the competition nationally, increase access to all ages and abilities, and importantly highlight Australian nature, conservation efforts and sustainability,” she said.

Winners share in a pool of cash prizes, with awards for a range of categories including Kindergarten-Y2, Y3-6, Y7-12, adult smartphone and adult professional. Successful students also won a Nature Block package for their school, including a gift voucher for a local nursery.
  

Stay tuned for information on the 2025 competition

With the 2024 competition now closed – follow us on Instagram and LinkedIn for updates on when the competition starts again in 2025.

All entrants go into the running to win the People’s Choice Award, decided by public vote.

The Lyn Beazley Encouragement Award acknowledges students who demonstrate a connection with Australia’s biodiversity and show promise in their ability to express themselves through photography. *Students who identify with a disability or learning difficulty are eligible for this award.

Lyn was Western Australia’s Chief Scientist from 2006 to 2013 and has been a long-time ambassador and judge in the Chevron Focus Environment Competition. She believes that the photographic lens can help inspire people to protect Australia’s precious environment.