2nd March to 20th March, 8am-11:59pm
The natural world that surrounds us is intertwined, through interactions, food chains and migrations.
As humans we connect to our environment through recreation, jobs, food and survival. However, in our fast moving world we can often feel far removed from the environment around us. Kaikōura is an area of outstanding beauty and a hotspot for many different forms of wildlife.
In this competition we want to explore what connecting and experiencing the environment means for you, the community.
Categories
SeaWeek - Images taken during SeaWeek 2026 2nd-8th March
Oceans Land Junior - Photographers 16 and under
Phone - Images taken using phone or compact cameras
*Cost $10 for a total of three images, one image per category.
Instructions
-Fill in information and upload images via Google Forms.
-Image size 20MB, 300 DPI (dots per inch), Dimensions in cm/inches: 29.7 X 42 cm or 11.7 X 16.5inches.
-Title images with category and initials e.g OceansAD, LandAD, SeaWeekAD. Initials will be removed by organiser before sending to judges for anonymous judging process.
-Pay $10 entry fee via bank transfer, to cover running costs, bank details on entry form. Rules Images must be taken during 2025/2026 within the Kaikōura District, with the exception of SeaWeek Category which has a restricted time period (2nd-8th March 2026).
-Each category is open to all ages, with the exception of Junior Category which is restricted to entrants aged 16 and under at the time of entering. Images of animals must be taken following DOC's approach rules, including marine mammal regulations. Images, especially for the phone category, displaying clear signs of disturbance from photographer will not be included in judging.
Winner and runners up will be announced at Eye Level art exhibition at the Mayfair Theatre, Kaikōura.
Open evening Friday 10th April, they will be on display for the duration of the exhibition.
Visit the website for more details!