Growlife Medical Essay Competition 2023
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Stories of Strong Family Bonds
These stories have reached the finals of Growlife Medical's 2023 Annual Essay Competition, with this year's theme being "Strong Family Bonds."
Take a Look at This Year's Finalists
About the Annual Growlife Medical Essay Competition
Family is incredibly important in shaping who we are, supporting us emotionally, and making us feel like we truly belong. When we have a close relationship with our family, we feel safe, loved, and understood. These connections provide us with comfort and support in times of need.
At Growlife Medical, we deeply understand and appreciate the importance of nurturing strong family bonds. That is why we are excited to announce that this year's 5th Annual Essay Competition theme is "Celebrating Strong Family Bonds."
We invite individuals of all ages to share your stories that acknowledge and celebrate family bonds. Whether you're a child reminiscing about treasured moments or an adult reflecting on the invaluable lessons passed down through generations, we eagerly await your stories. We will publish several stories from anyone who lives in our community.
Entry is FREE; competition commences on 30th June 2023, and entries close on National Family Day 26th September 2023.
We are excited to curate a collection of captivating stories that embody the essence of strong family bonds. Whether you submit your story early in the submission window or just before it closes, we assure you that each entry will be considered. Stay tuned as we bring these remarkable tales to light on our platform.
In a nod to our theme of 'strong family bonds' and the value of spending quality time with loved ones, prizes are vouchers to a restaurant of your choice in Brisbane.
- 1st Prize is $500 voucher
- 2nd prize is $100 voucher
- 3rd prize is $50 voucher.
The prize for best story by a school aged student will be a $100 voucher to Avid Reader or Where the Wild Things Are Bookshop in West End. Two runners up school aged entries will win a $20 voucher.
Ready to start writing? Your story must be less than 2,000 words, original, have never been published before, and submitted via the online entry form below. Please view our full terms and conditions below.
Entries are now closed
Growlife Medical Writing Competition Conditions of Entry
- Essay must address the annual essay theme detailed on the Growlife Medical Website. Entries should not exceed 2,000 words. Entries must be original work of the author, unpublished and not awarded a prize in another competition.
- The competition is open to people of all ages and nationalities. Entries must be submitted in English.
- Entries must be submitted in the following format:
- Essay submitted via the Online Entry Form
- 12 pt font size
- Arial font
- 1.5 line spacing
- Numbered Pages
- .doc or .docx format
- Entries must be submitted via the website https://www.growmedical.com.au/essay-competition - only entries submitted via the online form on this page will be accepted.
- Closing date for entries is Tuesday 26th September 2023 11:59pm AEST. Late entries will not be accepted. Winners will be announced on 10th November 2023.
- Copyright remains with the author. By entering this competition, the author grants Growlife Medical the right to publish their story on our website, in promotional material or via other means. Entrants may request that their name be withheld if their entry is published.
- The judge’s decision is final. We reserve the right to not award a prize if the entries are not of a high standard or fail to address the theme.
- First prize is $500 cash or voucher to a restaurant in Brisbane. Second prize is $100 voucher to a restaurant in Brisbane. Third prize is a $50 voucher to a restaurant in Brisbane. Prizes for school age entrants are a $100 voucher for first, with two runner up prizes of a $20 voucher. School Aged prize winner vouchers are to "Avid Reader" or "Where The Wild Things Are" Bookshop.