2026 Photo Competition Winners
Every year, GrainGrowers holds a photo competition for Australian grain growers to showcase their great industry. Every GrainGrowers member will receive a copy of the 2026 Calendar, featuring the top 12 photo entries.
2026 Photo Competition Winners
1stPhilip Down
2nd Mindy Hussey
3rd Georgie Hamilton
1st Place Winner
Our first-place winner is Philip Down from Speed, VIC. Philip won $1,000 for his winning shot, Evening Barley.
Judge's Comment: A beautifully lit image that draws the viewer straight into the golden crop. The depth, warmth and gentle stillness make it a peaceful and captivating scene.
2nd Place Winner
Second-place winner was awarded to Mindy Hussey from Goondiwindi, QLD. Mindy won $500 for her shot Golden Tonnes.
Judge's Comment: A wide, open scene that captures a striking moment of machinery moving together across the field. The timing and scale give the image a strong visual impact.
3rd Place Winner
Third-place winner was awarded to Georgie Hamilton from Wee Waa, NSW. Georgie won $250 for her photo, A Super Harvest Moon.
Judge's Comment: A clever and visually appealing composition that frames the moon with grain heads, creating a quiet, beautifully timed moment.
People’s Choice Award
The People’s Choice Award, with a prize of $250, goes to the photographer who has taken the most popular shot, as voted for by people on the GrainGrowers website.
Our lucky winner for this year's People Choice Award is Carly Egan from Milbrulong, NSW. Chelsea's shot, The Next Generation received the most votes on the GrainGrowers website.