WINNER
Clearly nature doesn't do polite dinner parties.
A frenzy of hyenas swarms over a carcass, every face in the frame telling a different story of hunger, competition and survival. The lone lioness is almost an afterthought, a reminder that even Africa's apex predators don't always get the final say.
It's a wonderfully chaotic image that throws you straight into one of the wild's most unforgiving moments, where every meal is earned, and nothing comes without a fight.
Photography © Michelle Gardner
Congratulations to Michelle Gardner for winning our Frame Your View competition. Michelle has scored an OM-5 Mark II + 14-150mm Kit, valued at AU$2,339!
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Check out some of the lucky runner-ups.
It's impossible not to be mesmerised by a scene like this.
This perfectly timed image captures the heart-pounding spectacle of Vanuatu's fire dancing traditions. The performer's impossible pose beneath a ribbon of flame creates a moment that’s unreal, while the darkness strips away every distraction. Photographer Suzanna Patton has captured the adrenaline, precision and theatre of an unforgettable cultural experience.
Photography © Suzanna Patton
Some cities are at their best when it rains.
This image captures the quiet magic of a Japanese backstreet after dark; umbrellas drift beneath glowing lanterns and neon reflections spill across rain-soaked pavement. The contrast between old wooden facades and the city's modern glow creates a timeless scene that makes you feel like you've stumbled upon a place few travellers ever slow down to notice.
Photography © Roberto DiDonato
Rather than a face, the best portraits reveal a story.
Framed in striking black and white, every detail, from the leaves woven through his hair to the quiet intensity in his gaze, draws you in. The tight composition strips away distraction, creating a deeply personal image that celebrates both culture and character without saying a single word.
Photography © Bec Gibson
A great street photograph captures life exactly as it happens, and this one feels wonderfully unfiltered.
Every face tells a different story, while the handcart, bicycle and worn facades ground the image in place. The black and white treatment draws attention to expression over colour, creating an intimate glimpse into the everyday rhythm of the medina.
Photography © Jack Mann
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