The 2026 Gallery
One winter,
One winter,
outside together.
50 outdoor moments from 50 family squads across Australia — every photo and story shared during the 2026 #brightjulyAU Outdoor Light Challenge.
“Family trip in Queensland. Winter memories in the sun!”
Sunshine Explorers
Week 1
“Camping and feeding chickens on our family farm in rural nsw”
The farming fam
Week 3
“We love the south coast for winter beach adventures!”
The Spice Squad
Week 3
“We went shark cage diving as a family.We shared our lunch with the fish as it was very rough.”
DR Who and the suntarnians
Week 3
“We're the Wander Bunch, where red dust flies, Chasing sunsets under outback skies. Swags, campfires, laughs so bright, Bush adventures are our pure delight!”
The Wander Bunch
Week 3
“A winter fairytale etched in snow—where tiny footprints, wagging paws, and wide-eyed wonder met mountain skies. Dinner Plain became a chapter we’ll never forget.”
Chaos Coordinators
Week 3
“Coming back from a camping trip, ready to go back to school the next day, not happy”
The kiddos
Week 3
“We are a family of 3, mum, dad and our little explorer- who’s just above 4 years of age, we have been hiking the past couple of weekends when the weather has been a bit better, we did a circuit loop walk, although it was a bit chilly, but my toddler and us enjoyed doing it together, stopping for a snack in between, I heard my son sing randomly and surprise us as he was telling us stories the whole way, we even made up little games along the way to the top!”
Greens over Screens
Week 3
“First fish of the season! My little champion spent the morning fishing the river and proudly reeled in this beauty. Nothing beats family outdoor wins!”
The river warriors
Week 3
“Bright July night at the carnival! The kids lit up brighter than the rides as we spun, laughed, and made memories together.”
The carnival crew
Week 3
“We had great times on the water at Nambucca Heads. The day was full of fun and laughter.”
Ruffy's Rascals
Week 3
“Hidden in the trees at the base of Byron Lighthouse is a hidden 1920's fishermans shack owned by Parks NSW.”
Hidden Byron (The Original Surfer's Paradise)
Week 3
“"Winning Ray-Ban sunglasses would keep our family stylish and protected while exploring Australia together, creating unforgettable adventures and memories in every season."”
Holloways
Week 3
“Nothing better than being launched into the stratosphere by dad on a sunny day at the Murray River”
Fun In The Sun Squad
Week 3
“Just taking the fur family out exploring”
Puppy express
Week 3
“Little barra never saw us coming! Polarised crew on fishing duty! Cruising the mangroves and different shades of mud and a boatload of family fun.”
Tide Riders
Week 3
“Just hanging out in Girraween National Park !”
Hoof Arted
Week 3
“Life is on the road me and my dog, visiting and exploring. Sometimes family bring a horse.”
Squirels
Week 3
“My family and I went to Seaworld Resort in Qld and went on a helicopter ride. It was awesome!”
The McDonald High Flyers
Week 3
“Myself went out horse riding. Rode in the forrest and got some natural sunlight, Time flew!”
Churro
Week 3
“Out in nature learning and relaxing.”
Ted and his rents
Week 3
“This winter we’re trekking mount cook in South Island NZ.”
Crusaders of the southern alps
Week 3
“Barossa Valley château so grand, a wish fountain close at hand; outdoor time makes spirits soar, leaving us smiling evermore!”
Three of a kind
Week 3
“Exploring the breathtaking Blue Mountains and Three Sisters. What a wonderful place to experience together.”
The Griswolds 2.0
Week 3
“Waterbom in Bali”
Sauce crew
Week 3
“We drew notes in sand, found curious beach creatures, hiked to the lookout, giggled as squeaky sand sang between our toes. Perfectly salty, perfectly silly.”
The Squeaky Sand Pirates
Week 3
“We went for a walk into the rainforest, Wirawilla walk, where the path was good, so my son decided to get his balance bike out along the walking path, we explored streams along the way, some flora and fauna including different mushrooms, bird calls, some spiders as well. My son was thrilled to spot a platypus in the river too!”
The Explorers
Week 4
“We are spending our days bike riding, swimming, and shooting hoops outdoors, making the most of every sunny family adventure!”
Game of Jones
Week 4
“We love camping by the creek, walking through the cold, crisp water and just being with nature!”
The Happy Campers!
Week 4
“Thought we’d just see a waterfall… left with muddy paws, sore legs, and seen our 1st lyrebird”
Paw patrol bush trackers
Week 4
“Crystal-clear Whitehaven beach, one fearless pool noodle captain, and three family members laughing too hard to care who was watching.”
The Goober Family
Week 4
“Our family embraces every outdoor adventure within our budget—rock climbing, mountain hiking, beaches, team sports, whatever’s happening, we’re there together. Go Team BOVORO!”
Team Bovoro
Week 4
“Love get outdoors with family either rock climbing bbqs to boating to fishing to just living life fingers and toes are cross this one”
The Kingstar family
Week 4
“The outdoors is our happy place, sunshine, exercise, fresh air and space. Whether the backyard, beach or park, we'll often stay till it gets dark.”
The Pop Pops
Week 4
“Fresh air, family time and the inevitable “Wait a minute we’ve lost mum!” It basically our family tradition,”
Wait a minute we’ve lost mum
Week 4
“At Cobbold Gorge, we crossed the glass bridge, cruised between ancient cliffs and watched our boys discover Queensland’s wild beauty with wide eyed family wonder together.”
Chilligoe Crew
Week 4
“Our family embraces adventure, staying active indoors and outdoors, always using sunscreen, sunglasses, protective clothing, prioritising safety awareness while exploring, playing, learning, together every day.”
The Bovoro Squad
Week 4
“While I fish for river brown trout, my daugther paddles close by with bucket and tacklebox! Family Teamwork 🚣♂️🚣♀️🦈 Then smoke and eat!”
Family Paddlers
Week 4
“Slow days, sunshine, salty air and sandcastles. Pockets full of shells, hearts full of love, our favourite family adventure, every single day. 🤍”
The Low Tide, High Vibe Tribe ✌️
Week 5
“We trade Wi-Fi for wild skies, chase rogue marshmallows around the campfire, and prove that surviving a weekend outdoors with kids truly deserves a major prize”
The Kemplen Kampers
Week 5
“The best part of camping is always the marshmallows!”
Smores
Week 5
“Our family took my dad for a beach adventure using the council's buggy. It's our local beach which dad otherwise couldn't enjoy up close.”
The give it a go crew.
Week 5
“We have lots of amazing trails to ride in Hobart. My son is learning to navigate the trails, keeps us fit as a family.”
Learning to bike ride
Week 5
“We went to the zoo, the Giraffes were so high, Beautiful, elegant... Just like Bright July”
SlipSlopSlappers
Week 5
“A family beach adventure means salty smiles, sandy feet, endless laughter and precious moments with my kids that become memories we'll treasure forever.”
Red dragons
Week 5
“Our sports & pet bag is always packed full of fun and games, ready for lots of 'Bright July' outdoor adventure fun in the sun!”
Sun Fun Game Explorers
Week 5
“On this bright day in July, we chose to visit the beautiful Kuljak Island in Perth. It was a breezy and sunny afternoon, and we took the little one's bicycle so she could explore the Island pedaling around. The bird life and nature was absolutely fantastic and very tranquil. We're so thankful to have such outdoorsy weather here in Perth during Winter!”
Southern River Squad
Week 5
“Every bright winter's day at Cape Solander brings salty air, spectacular whales, and another unforgettable family pilgrimage.”
Whale Walkers
Week 5
“July’s bright moments ☀️ Dad and son soaking up the sunshine, practicing their climbing skills, building confidence one step at a time, and creating precious father-son memories together 🤍”
Littleexplorerssydney
Week 5
“Some people wait for Christmas… we just bring it with us! Anddddd Sometimes you just have to BE the Christmas tree! Merry Makers at Falls Creek.”
The Christmas in July crew!
Week 5
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