Women in Sport photo action awards.

The Women in Sport Photo Action Awards (WISPAA) recognise the power and athleticism of Australian women actively participating in sport.

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The Women in Sport Photo Action Awards (WISPAA) is Australia’s largest photography competition dedicated exclusively to women’s sport. This competition aims to generate greater recognition and respect for the power and athleticism of Australian women actively participating in sport.

Since its inception in 2019, WISPAA has received thousands of image submissions from hundreds of photographers. WISPAA celebrates women in sport and sports photography with professional, amateur and emerging photographer categories. WISPAA is free for photographers to enter and are judged by senior members of Australia’s sports media.

"“We need more images of women playing sport and we need more people capturing these moments. We are so excited to see what entries arrive after another blockbuster year of sport.” - Women Sport Australia President Chantella Perera

WISPAA Professional Winners 2025

"NRLW" by Marina Neil
"Falling" by Andrew Robinson(runner-up)
"Dream Stretch" by Daniel Pockett (runner-up)

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WISPAA Amateur Winners 2024

"Scorpion Tackle" by Daisy Nitsch
"Eleanor - I See You" by Fred Etter (runner-up)
"Faces" by Matthew Clarkson(runner-up)

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WISPAA Female Winners 2025

"Scorpion Tackle" by Daisy Nitsch
"Night Flight" by Mel Faull
"NRLW" by Marina Neil

Past Winning Photos

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