A vibrant dandelion, with its petals stretching outwards, against a brilliant backdrop of colourful bokeh – this was the picture taken by an Upper Yarra Secondary College student which won first place in a Victoria-wide photography competition.
Year nine student, A’isha took the top prize in Sustainability Victoria’s Through Your Own Lens photography competition – a state-wide initiative to inspire climate-ready thinking across schools participating in the ResourceSmart Schools program.
Up against 90 entries received from 28 schools across the state, A’isha’s image titled Growing Towards a Better Future, won the senior school category.
A’isha said the image “illustrates the small, simple wonders of our world.”
“The ability of this dandelion to grow back strong and vibrant after a cold, harsh winter is remarkable.
Judges praised A’isha’s entry for its “beautiful reflection with a striking image and creative use of focus”.
“We appreciate the natural light and colour in this photo, which really pop. The subject, colour and reflection together create a caring and empathetic mood,” the judges stated.
Read more here: upperyarra.mailcommunity.com.au/news/2025-10-21/top-award-for-yarra-junction-students-climate-change-photo/
