1. Competition Overview

The Stafford’s Concrete ‘Green Concrete’ Art Competition is open to students from Tathra Public School, Bega Valley Public School, Bega High School, and Lumen Christi Catholic College. The competition encourages young artists to create artwork that reflects sustainability, the environment, and the beauty of the Sapphire Coast.

2. Eligibility

• The competition is open to students currently enrolled in one of the four participating schools.
• Entries must be the original work of the student.

3. Competition Timeline

• Competition opens: 14 March 2025.
• Entry forms available: Tathra MultiSport Festival (14–16 March 2025) and Stafford’s Hardware Kalaru.
• Downloadable form: Click here to download the entry form.
• Print size requirement: Entry forms must be printed on A3-sized paper for submission.
• Submission deadline: Completed artwork must be submitted by Friday, 28 March 2025.
• Winners announced: 11 April 2025.

4. How to Enter

Collect an Entry Form From:

• Stafford’s Concrete tent at the Tathra MultiSport Festival (14–16 March) (Tents will not be manned full-time).
• Stafford’s Hardware Kalaru – 564 Tathra Rd, Kalaru.
• Download and print a form: Click here (A3 size required).

Submit Your Completed Artwork To:

• Your school office (subject to school approval).
• Stafford’s Hardware Kalaru – 564 Tathra Rd, Kalaru.

5. Prizes

• One winner from each school will receive a voucher valued at $100.
• The overall winner’s school will receive $2,000 towards Indigenous education initiatives.
• Winning artwork will be featured on Stafford’s Green Concrete Truck.

6. Judging Criteria

• Originality and creativity.
• Relevance to the theme of sustainability and the Sapphire Coast.
• Visual impact and suitability for display on the concrete truck.

7. Use of Artwork and Photos

By entering the competition, participants grant Stafford’s Concrete permission to use their artwork and photos taken during the event for promotional purposes. This may include use on social media, the Stafford’s website, marketing materials, and the concrete truck.

8. Privacy and Permissions

• Personal information collected will be used solely for administering the competition.
• Parental/guardian consent is required for the use of any participant’s image.

9. Liability and Disclaimers

• Stafford’s Concrete accepts no responsibility for lost or damaged artwork.
• Prizes are non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash.
• The judges’ decision is final, and no correspondence will be entered into.

10. Contact Information

For any questions or concerns, please contact Stafford’s Concrete at:

📧 concrete@staffords.com.au