Now in its 6th year the Underwater Photography Competition returns with the theme 'Where Protection Brings Life', in line with World Oceans Day 2026.

Photographers and videographers of all ages and skills were invited to capture the beauty of our 5 aquatic reserves on the Northern Beaches through the power of visual storytelling.

With a prize pool of $3,500 the winners of the competition will be announced in November.

People's Choice voting now open

Help to decide the winner of the People's Choice Award.

Scroll down to choose your favourite photo from our list of finalists. Voting closes Sunday 20 September, midnight.

You don't have to register - just click on the thumb up symbol underneath your favourite.

Anyone can vote, but it's limited to one vote per person. If you do assign a new vote, the previous one is removed.