October/November writing competition
First place
Congratulations Larisa Feliciano!
Larisa won our writing competition on the theme of migratory birds.
Winning entry
Homecoming
Soar.
Follow the flyway.
Embrace the wind
as it shifts from
shivering to warmth.
Glide.
See the frost bid its farewell.
Glimpse soft rays of light
piercing through the
dark horizon.
Sail.
See the vibrant shore
shimmering in the midday sun.
Inviting. Beckoning.
Just within reach.
Breathe.
Savour the summer breeze
as it soothes the weary heart
gently guiding ruffled wings
to familiar ground.
Welcome home.
First place - Under 18
Congratulations Dexter Appels!
Winning under 18 entry
In lands afar, these birds take flight,
Migrating through day and night.
With feathers so fancy and wings that soar,
They travel to places they've never seen before.
Over mountains tall and oceans wide,
They soar in flocks, side by side.
A journey long, a daring quest,
They never stop, they never rest.
So let's learn from these feathered herds,
To explore the world like migrating birds.
With hearts so free, and dreams that soar,
We'll find adventures, forevermore!
August/September drawing competition
Thank you to our young readers who submitted a drawing of their favourite playground or spot in Hobsons Bay. We were blown away by the talent and quality of entries. Congratulations to the winners!
Under 12 prize
Minnie, aged 10
Young person prize (12 to 25 years)
Chiyoka, aged 12
Encouragement award
Hannah, aged 9
Runners up
June/July photography competition
Congratulations to Sarah Dowling!
Sarah won our Hobsons Bay Hidden Treasures photography competition. The photo captures the Walking Man sculpture in Bladin Street, Laverton (near Maher Street)
April/May writing competition
Congratulations to Levente Toth!
Levente won our writing competition ‘What Hobsons Bay means to you’.
Winning entry
Hobsons Bay, oh Hobsons Bay,
Where the ocean meets the land,
A place that’s filled with memories,
And where my heart does stand.
The sandy shores and rolling waves,
A playground for my youth,
The salty air and sea breeze,
A treasure to be beheld, forsooth.
Back in town, the cafes are great,
Where friends and I would often meet,
Aroma of coffee fills the air,
Moments shared, oh so sweet.
And now with children by my side,
Hobsons Bay is where we reside,
Beaches, parks, and open spaces,
A playground for their smiling faces.