Sunday, November 24, Midnight
This competition is open to anyone who attended the Trail.
We are looking for the best amateur photographers out there PLUS showcasing the work of everyone and spinning out the good festival feelings just a little longer.
Whether you captured a moment on your phone or a camera, we welcome everyone to share their favourite memories.
Look back through your photos from the Yila Healing Trail Festival and choose the ones that capture its essence.
Your photo should not exceed 2.5MB. This is a digital competition, huge file size is not necessary. Ideal image size is 1920 × 1080 pixels at 72 dpi. You can use this simple online tool to resize your image if needed. You can submit landscape, portrait and square formats, latter preferably at 1080 x 1080 pixels.
The photo must be from an event on the Yila Healing Trail 2024.
Photos must be named according to these naming rules:
yourname-yoursurname-imagename-number
Example: max-dupain-dancers-1.jpg
if you submit more than one image, just add number 2 respectively 3 at the end.
Entry into the photo competition is free.
Use the form below to submit your photo(s).
You’re welcome to submit up to 3 photos.
Share a short caption or story about what the moment meant to you.
(Optional but highly encouraged)
Handcarved Coolamon by indigenous artist Ronald McLeod
Not only will the winning photos receive a handmade Coolamon carved by local First Nation Artists Ronald McLeod but the top entries will also be featured in an exclusive online photo showcase event across our social media channels as a celebration of the festival’s most memorable moments.
Your photo will be judged by local First Nations Community members Ash Mac and Joe Brown-McLeod. Photos will be judged based on:
- Creativity & Originality – Unique perspectives that captured the festival’s spirit.
- Connection to Festival Themes – Moments that celebrate Country, culture, connection, or community.
- Visual Appeal – Quality, composition, and the overall impact of the image.
Photos must be taken by the participant and must represent the Yila Healing Trail Festival.
The Competion is open to attendees, volunteers, event hosts and partner organisations. Other Yila Healing Trail contractors are not eligible to enter.
Submissions will close at midnight on Sunday, November 27.
Only entries received by this date will be eligible.
Winners will be announced on Saturday, November 23trd at 9:00 am and contacted by text and email.
Use this guide to name your file(s):
yourname-yoursurname-imagename-number
example: max-dupain-dancers-1.jpg
if you submit more than one image, just add number 2 respectively 3 at the end.
Preferred file format is jpg or jpeg, but png webp and gif are also possible.
This is a digital competition. Ideal image size is 1920 × 1080 pixels at 72 dpi. You can use this simple online tool to resize your image if needed. You can submit landscape, portrait and square formats, latter preferably at 1080 x 1080 pixels.
This competition is open to all Yila Healing Trail attendees and amateur photographers.
There’s no age limit, and you don’t need professional experience – just your unique perspective of the festival!
We’re looking for photos that capture the spirit of the Yila Healing Trail, taken at any event during the festival. It could be a shot of you and friends, a moment with facilitators, or an image that shows the atmosphere and beauty of Country.
Simply use the submission form on our competition landing page. You will fill in your name, contact details and up to three photos. You are wholeheartedly encouraged to add a caption or story about each shot.
If you experience any technical issues, please reach out to us HERE for assistance. We’re here to help!
The competition closes at midnight on Sunday, November 24. Make sure to upload your photos before midnight to be eligible!
Entry is 100% free
Photos will be judged based on creativity, connection to the festival’s themes, and visual impact.
Two First Nations community members will review all entries and select the top photo.
A Peoples Choice Prize will also be given.
Winners will be announced on Wednesday, November 27, and they’ll be contacted via text and email.
Winning photos and top entries will also be featured on our social media channels.
All entries will be visible in our photocomp gallery.
The judges choice will receive a hand-carved Coolamon by local First Nations woodcarver Ronald McLeod.
The People's Choice will receive a Yila Healing Trail 2024 tablecloth designed by Yolande Hyde.
Yes, by entering the competition, you permit your photos to be featured on our website, social media, and promotional materials for future Yila Healing Trail events.
Don’t worry—you’ll always receive credit for your work!
Yes, if you wish to withdraw a submission, please contact us HERE before the submission deadline, and we’ll assist you.
