Australia’s much-loved photography showcase, the Spirit of the Bush competition, is back for 2026, inviting people from across the country to capture the stories, landscapes and spirit of rural and regional Australia.
Hosted by Rural Aid, the competition opened on July 1 and closes at 5pm on July 31.
Now in its seventh year, Spirit of the Bush has become a celebrated annual initiative showcasing breathtaking and often unseen moments from farming communities and rural landscapes right across Australia.
This year, photographers are encouraged to share images that reflect the challenges, determination, people and natural beauty of rural and regional Australia, helping to bring the country to the city through the power of photography.
The competition is open to all Australians, regardless of photography experience.
Twelve winning photographs will be selected by a panel of judges, with each winner receiving a $250 prepaid Visa card.
Entries can be submitted via www.ruralaid.org.au/spirit-of-the-bush.
