Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester has announced the winners of his 2026 #lovegippsland calendar competition, following another outstanding collection of photographs showcasing the beauty of
the region.
This year’s theme, ‘Iconic Gippsland’, challenged entrants to capture the essence of the region — from rugged coastlines and mountain peaks to vibrant country towns and tranquil waterways.
The competition received hundreds of submissions from talented local photographers.
Mr Chester said the standard of entries was once again exceptional, making the judging process particularly difficult.
“Choosing the winning photographs is always a tough job because Gippsland offers such incredible scenery, and our local photographers consistently capture it so beautifully,” Mr Chester said.
“The three winning images for the 2026 #lovegippsland Calendar Competition, together with the 13 photographs selected
to feature in the calendar, celebrate the diversity, vibrancy and natural beauty of our region.”
The winners of the 2026 #lovegippsland calendar competition are:
– Sue Allison (Bairnsdale) – One of the Locals
– Samantha Wells (Mallacoota) – Nature’s Sculptures
– The Gordon Family (Woodside) – Sheep Waiting Their Turn
Each winner will receive a curated hamper of Gippsland-made products, while all selected photographers will have their work featured in the free calendar distributed across the region.
More than 30,000 copies of the 2026 #lovegippsland Calendar will be available at Mr Chester’s office in Traralgon and Sale, along with community hubs, visitor centres and local businesses throughout Gippsland.
Mr Chester thanked all entrants for their contributions.
“Thank you to everyone who submitted their photos — your images not only showcase your talent but also your affection for Gippsland and what it means to call this region home,” Mr Chester said.
“Each year, I’m inspired by the pride and love for our region that shines through in every entry.”
