Knowing a picture paints a thousand words, Parker & Partners provided 12 FUJIFILM Finepix F30 digital cameras to 12 federal politicians from all sides of politics and across the Nation, and asked each to capture the essence of their electorate in just one shot.

The resulting 12 photos will make up the inaugural Parker & Partners Australian Political Calendar. The winning photo - selected by a panel of leaders in Australian media - receives the Politzer Prize and will grace the cover of this year's calendar.

This year's judges are John Lehmann, Editor of The Bulletin, Matt Price from The Australian, Malcolm Farr, Chief Political Reporter at the Daily Telegraph and Andrew Parker, Managing Director, Parker & Partners. Parker & Partners would like to thank the 12 participating politicians for their contributions and creativity. We also extend our appreciation to our judges, our corporate partners FUJIFILM Australia, Singleton Ogilvy & Mather and Art Direction Creative.

“Wentworth's cliff top walk from Bondi to Bronte, seen here near Tamarama, is never more popular than during Sculpture by the Sea. Seaside flats and hundreds of walkers complete this picture of Wentworth life.” The Hon Malcolm Turnbull MP Wentworth, NSW	“The Davidson Rural Fire Service crew looking north over Garigal National Park.” The Hon Tony Abbott MP Warringah, NSW	“Building sandcastles, enjoying sunny days, swimming in creeks, climbing walls and watching the tide come in. Shorncliffe Foreshore, Cabbage Tree Bay, Brisbane.” Mr Wayne Swan MP Lilley, QLD	“Rudd's Pub is situated in Nobby, 38 kilometres south of Toowoomba and was established in 1893. Rudd"s Pub has long been associated with Steele Rudd (Arthur Hoey Davis), the author of the Dad 'n' Dave series.” The Hon Ian Macfarlane MP Groom, QLD
“Families are the centre of our universe.” Senator Steve Fielding VIC	“This South Australian icon shows us as being independent, different, quirky and completely unafraid to be ourselves. In other words, quite refreshing.” Senator the Hon Amanda Vanstone SA	“Where Cook first dropped anchor and the first Australians still live; where nature"s wonderful endowment sits side by side the port infrastructure of Australia"s largest city.” Mr Peter Garrett MP Kingsford Smith, NSW	“The Penfolds Magill Estate winery is not only in my electorate but also has one of Australia"s best restaurants and some of our oldest and best Shiraz grapes.” The Hon Christopher Pyne MP Sturt, SA
“Located in Werribee, Lake Borrie is a wetland haven for thousands of birds. Many migrate from as far as Alaska, Siberia, China and Japan.” Ms Julia Gillard MP Lalor, VIC	“Often seen from the South Perth foreshore or Kings Park, this skyline is taken from Farnley Street, Mt Lawley, with streetscape framing the city.” Mr Stephen Smith MP Perth, WA	“There is no better place to start the day or watch the sun go down than Cottesloe Beach. Each morning I"m in Perth I head to Cottesloe Beach and meet friends for a run and a swim. It"s one of the most magic places in the world.” The Hon Julie Bishop MP Curtin, WA	“The Balonne River frames the St George township and is typical of inland rivers. It is the heart of our town, supporting commerce, through irrigation, as well as providing many social and recreational opportunities.” Senator Barnaby Joyce QLD

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