My Favourite Thing About Living in Dawson
Children aged 12 and under are invited to design Andrew Willcox’s 2025 Christmas card — celebrating the people, places, and spirit that make Dawson home.
Federal Member for Dawson, Andrew Willcox MP, is calling on the region’s youngest artists to take part in a special Christmas Card Competition celebrating what makes life in Dawson so special.
Children aged 12 years and under, living in the Dawson electorate, are invited to submit a drawing or painting that shows “My Favourite Thing About Living in Dawson” — capturing what home means to them, especially at Christmas time.
Mr Willcox said the winning artwork will be proudly displayed on the front cover of his 2025 Christmas card, which is sent across the electorate.
“The Dawson community is full of colour, character, and heart — and I want this year’s Christmas card to reflect that through the eyes of our local kids,” Mr Willcox said.
“Whether it’s the Big Mango in Bowen, the beaches of the Whitsundays, fishing in the Pioneer River, cane fires in the Burdekin, fields of sugar cane in Proserpine, or visiting Billabong Sanctuary — I want to see what makes Dawson feel like home to you.”
All entries must be received by Friday, 7 November.
The winner will be contacted the following week to arrange a photo and meet-and-greet with Mr Willcox, along with being presented with a special prize.
A selection of the best artworks will also feature in a large collage print to be displayed in Andrew’s Parliament House office in Canberra, showcasing the creativity and pride of Dawson’s young people.
Entries can be submitted via:
Email: Andrew.Willcox.MP@aph.gov.au
Post: PO Box 1697, Mackay QLD 4740
“This is a wonderful opportunity for kids to show off their talent and love for our community,” Mr Willcox said.
“I can’t wait to see Dawson’s Christmas spirit come to life through their art.”
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Caption: Federal Member for Dawson Andrew Willcox shares a moment of creativity with two-year-old Brydon Wright at the launch of the 2025 Dawson Christmas Card Competition.
Contact: Amanda Wright | Media & Communications Adviser
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