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Head Judge announcement

Longlisted entries in 2026 will be judged by Laura Jean McKay.

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Victoria 3342

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Acknowledgement of Country

Council respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land which includes the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung, Wadawurrung and Dja Dja Wurrung people. We pay our respects to the Elders past, present and emerging.

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