Four Bayside locals have secured spots in the Top 25 of Brisbane’s Lord Mayor’s Photographic Awards, standing out from more than 1,700 entries across the city, with public voting open until 27 August.
Exhibition and Voting Details
Their works, celebrating the region’s landscapes, wildlife and community spirit, are now on public display in the CBD. The finalist photographs can be viewed until Wednesday, 27 August at the Brisbane Square Library foyer on George Street and Brisbane City Hall on Adelaide Street.
The public can also cast their vote in the People’s Choice Award via the Brisbane City Council website during the exhibition period.
Local Talent in the Spotlight
Wynnum is proudly represented by four photographers whose images each tell a unique Bayside story. Kaspar Wood’s “Wynnum Crossroad” offers an aerial perspective of the Wynnum Jetty, highlighting its striking symmetry against the water. Ron Hook’s “Osprey Sunrise” captures morning light behind an osprey nest at Sandy Camp Road Wetlands Reserve in Wynnum West.
Sonny Wesley’s “A Stroll Towards Tranquility” shows two friends walking together at daybreak, while Martin Phoenix’s “Catching a Sunrise” frames the morning sun through one of the Wynnum Jetty shelters as early risers fish nearby.
Award-Winning Images Across Brisbane
This year’s winners include Alberto Omar Perera Perez, who won the Open Category with “Witnesses,” a sunrise scene at Mt Coot-tha Summit. Vincent McLachlan placed second for “A Nostalgic Walk in the Park,” and Thomas Howell came third with “Reflections of Time” showing Brisbane City Hall’s clock tower.
Other winners were Hai Chih Huang (Student), Zheng Wang (Social Media), Mark Higgins (Green Heart) and Daniel Fewquandie (LaVonne Bobongie Award). All winning and finalist photographs are on display at the Brisbane Square foyer and Brisbane City Hall until 27 August.
Celebrating Brisbane Through Photography
The annual competition invites Brisbane residents, workers and students to showcase the city’s character through photography. This year’s theme celebrates the 100th anniversary of Greater Brisbane, inspiring images of its places, experiences and events.
Multiple Bayside finalists have sparked community pride and highlighted the region’s creative growth. Visitors can view the exhibitions and vote in the People’s Choice Award.
Published 13-August-2025
