Autumn photography competition returns

Photographers are being encouraged to capture the colours of the season as Destination Southern Tasmania launches its 2026 Autumn in Focus photography competition. 

The competition, now in its third year, will run throughout April in conjunction with the Tasmanian Autumn Festival, inviting both locals and visitors to showcase the region’s autumn landscapes. 

Destination Southern Tasmania CEO Alex Heroys said the season provided a perfect backdrop for photography. 

“Autumn in Southern Tasmania is a photographer’s dream, with shorter days, longer sunsets and changing colours across the landscape,” he said. 

The competition is open to photographers of all skill levels, from professionals to enthusiastic amateurs, with entries encouraged from across the region. 

Participants are invited to capture iconic locations such as the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, the Huon and Derwent Valleys, Port Arthur and the streets of Hobart, as well as seasonal highlights like Mt Field, where the endemic Fagus transforms the landscape with vibrant autumn hues. 

Destination Southern Tasmania marketing coordinator Darren Wright said the competition was about more than just taking photos. 

“It’s about stepping outside, appreciating the region’s seasonal changes and sharing those moments with others,” he said. 

Last year’s competition attracted more than 2,400 entries, with submissions shared widely across social media and helping to showcase Southern Tasmania as an autumn destination. 

Shortlisted entries will again be featured across the Hobart and Beyond platforms, giving photographers added exposure. 

This year’s winner will receive a prize package including a night’s accommodation at The Tasman, with breakfast for two. 

To enter, share your autumn photos on Instagram using the hashtag #AutumnTasmania26 and tag @hobartandbeyond, ensure the location is included in the caption.