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New Zealand Geographic photographer of the year competition 2026 – in pictures
Almost 70 finalists were chosen from 6,000 entries for New Zealand’s largest photographic competition , with works reflecting the country’s natural environment, wildlife, culture, history and traditions. Photojournalist Mike Scott took first place for his portfolio of work that included a photo essay on waka ama (outrigger canoeing), and images ranging from hospice care to an aerial shot of an island of green trees in the middle of a landscape scorched by bushfires. Judges praised his patience and craft Wildlife photographer of the year 2026 winners – in pictures Winners of bird photographer of the year 2026 – in pictures • This piece was amended on 22 October 2026. The original version incorrectly said Mike Scott won for a single image. The prize is awarded for a portfolio. Continue reading...
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Almost 70 finalists were chosen from 6,000 entries for New Zealand’s largest photographic competition , with works reflecting the country’s natural environment, wildlife, culture, history and traditions. Photojournalist Mike Scott took first place for his portfolio of work that included a photo essay on waka ama (outrigger canoeing), and images ranging from hospice care to an aerial shot of an island of green trees in the middle of a landscape scorched by bushfires. Judges praised his patience and craft Wildlife photographer of the year 2026 winners – in pictures Winners of bird photographer of the year 2026 – in pictures • This piece was amended on 22 October 2026. The original version incorrectly said Mike Scott won for a single image. The prize is awarded for a portfolio. Continue reading...
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According to The Guardian’s source item, New Zealand Geographic photographer of the year competition 2026 – in pictures, Almost 70 finalists were chosen from 6,000 entries for New Zealand’s largest photographic competition , with works reflecting the country’s natural environment, wildlife, culture, history and traditions. Photojournalist Mike Scott took first place for his portfolio of work that included a photo essay on waka ama (outrigger canoeing), and images ranging from hospice care to an aerial shot of an island of green trees in the middle of a landscape scorched by bushfires. Judges praised his patience and craft Wildlife photographer of the year 2026 winners – in pictures Winners of bird photographer of the year 2026 – in pictures • This piece was amended on 22 October 2026. The original version incorrectly said Mike Scott won for a single image. The prize is awarded for a portfolio. Continue reading…
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