Du Rietz Art Awards

The Du Rietz Art Awards are the premier art competition for the Gympie region, named in honor of the architect of the historic School of Arts building that is home to the gallery.

With a prize pool of over $15,000, the Awards showcase exceptional 2D and 3D artworks by artists from across Australia.

Finalists are displayed throughout the Gallery, showcasing a stunning array of talent.

Finalists on View: 11 October – 21 November 2025.

2D Finalists(PDF, 114KB)

3D Finalists(PDF, 92KB)

Launch Weekend Events

Artist Talk with Henri van Noordenburg

Thursday 16 October, 5:30pm

Peel back the curtain and learn about the career of guest judge Henri van Noordenburg, practicing artist and Project Officer at Queensland Art Gallery and Gallery of Modern Art.

Official Opening and Award Announcements

Friday 17 October, 6pm

Join us for the official launch of the Du Rietz Art Awards 2025 and be the first to know who has taken out the major prizes on the night.

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Judges Talk

Saturday 18 October, 10:30am

Enjoy morning tea and explore the exhibition as we discuss finalist works in more detail.

2025 Award Sponsors

Gympie Regional Council would like to thank this year's Du Rietz Art Awards sponsors. Your generous support is essential to making this art prize possible.

2D Acquisitive Award $6,500, Sponsored by Countrywide Metals

2D Highly Commended $1,500, Sponsored by CAA Consulting

3D Acquisitive Award $3,500, Sponsored by Budget Steel

Local’s Award $3,000, Sponsored by SoMa SoMa Espresso Bar

People’s Choice Award $1,000, Sponsored by: