• 51ST KATHERINE PRIZE

  • THE LONGEST RUNNING VISUAL ART AWARD IN THE NORTHERN TERRITORY

  • Godinymayin Yijard Rivers Arts & Culture Centre is pleased to announce the 51st Katherine Prize, returns on Friday 6th November 2026. Visual artists working in the Northern Territory are encouraged to apply. Begin by reading the terms and conditions of entry below, then use this form to enter.

  • Key Dates:

  • Deadline for Entry Forms - Friday 2nd October 2026 at 5:00pm

    Window for Artwork Delivery- Between Monday 12th to Friday 16th October 2026

    Opening Night & Awards Presentation - Friday 6th November 2026 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm

  • Awards:

  • Katherine Prize 

    2D WORK - $4,500

    3D WORK - $4,500

    Katherine Town Council Award - $2,000

    People's Choice Award - $500

  • We gratefully acknowledge our principal sponsors Katherine Town Council and Bauhinia Health.

    If you are a patron or business interested in sponsoring a future award or supporting Katherine Prize in any way, please submit your expression of interest to director@gyracc.org.au

  • 51st Katherine Prize - Terms and Conditions of Entry:

  • This exhibition opens Friday 6th November and closes Friday 4th December 2026
    1.Entrants must be current residents of the Northern Territory.
    2.A fee of $20 is required per entry.
    3.Entries must be original artwork made by the entrant(s) and must have been completed during the 12 months, preceding 2nd October 2026.
    4.Entries must not have been exhibited previously in Katherine.
    5.Artworks must relate to the Northern Territory, this can relate to materials, concept or subject matter.
    6.Entries must not have won any art or other award within the Northern Territory.
    7.Godinymayin reserves the right to consider, but not necessarily exhibit all works submitted.
    8.Entrants may enter a maximum of two artworks for consideration, with no guarantee of selection in the 51st Katherine Prize exhibition. Please complete a separate entry form for each work entered. Works not displayed will be eligible for a refund of their entry fee. Due to gallery limitations, only one work may be selected - please note your first preference in your entry, if entering two works. 

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  • 9. Entries must be clearly marked with:
    • Artwork Title
    • Artist Name
    • Medium
    • Date of completion
    • Sale price (inclusive of GST) if for sale. Sale price must account for GYRACC's 30% commission.
  • 10. Packaging must also be clearly marked with the artist's name, artwork title and return postal address.

  • 11. Entries do not have to be for sale.

  • 12. Artwork sold by Godinymayin Yijard Rivers Arts & Culture Centre during the 51st Katherine Prize exhibition, will be deducted a 30% commission.

  • 13. By making a submission, you agree to have your artwork photographed and documented for promotional purposes.

  • 14.Entry forms must be received by 5pm on Friday 2nd October 2026 in order to be considered

  • 15. Window for artwork delivery is between 12th and 16th of October 2026 during centre business hours. Work should be delivered to: Godinymayin Yijard Rivers Arts & Culture Centre, Lot 3238, Stuart Highway, Katherine East NT 0850

  • 16. The entrant shall be responsible for all freight and insurance costs (including organisation) for artworks to and from the centre.

  • 17. Entries must be packed securely for transit and in a manner suitable for safe repacking. Any repacking cost incurred will be charged to the entrant.
  • 18. Artworks will be covered by appropriate insurance while stored or displayed at Godinymayin Yijard Rivers Arts & Culture Centre.
  • 19. All artwork(s) must be collected within 7 days of exhibition closure. Any uncollected artworks may be disposed of in accordance with the Northern Territory Disposal of Goods Act.

  • 20. All decisions made by judges of the 51st Katherine Prize are final.

  • 21. Any conflict arising in connection with these conditions of entry will be decided by Godinymayin, whose decision is final.

  • 22. Artworks can be of any medium, and must be ready to display professionally in our galleries. Artworks that are not ready to hang, may be excluded from the prize.

  • 23. Artworks must not exceed 1.5 metres in any direction inclusive of support structures and frames. Hanging works must not exceed 15 kilograms. Artworks must not exceed 40 kilograms.

  • 24. Entry fees will not be refunded (except in circumstance detailed in point 8)
  • 25. Godinymayin staff and board members can enter but are ineligible to win major prizes, staff and board members are however, eligible to win People Choice Award.
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  • We actively consult with First Nations community members on cultural perspectives regarding all exhibitions, particularly the presentation of images and voices of First Nations people. Your work may be subject to cultural consultation and approval.

  • SUBMISSION DETAILS

  • Please use this form if you are making a submission into the 50th Katherine Prize. Email this form and any required documents to gallery@gyracc.org.au

  • ARTIST DETAILS

  • Format: (000) 000-0000.

  • ARTWORK DETAILS

  • If submitting two entries please indicate if this work is your preferred choice for selection
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  • GST REGISTRATION
  • I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT A $20 FEE IS REQUIRED TO BE PAID TO GODINYMAYIN AS PART OF MY ENTRY INTO THE 51ST KATHERINE PRIZE. THIS IS PAYABLE OVER THE PHONE OR IN PERSON
  • I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD THE TERM AND CONDITIONS OF ENTRY
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