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Enter Australia’s Premier Woodworking Competition
Think you’ve got what it takes to go Against the Grain? Submit your finest work and compete for national recognition, prizes, and a chance to exhibit at Timbecon’s Tools, Timber & Techniques event.
How It Works
- Purchase your entry on this page.
- After purchase, you’ll receive a confirmation email with your unique order number — you’ll need this to complete your submission.
- That email will also include step-by-step instructions on how to upload your project and submit your entry.
You may enter more than one project – you'll just need to make a seperate purchase for each entry.
Entry Requirements
- Project must be made primarily of wood
- Completed after April 30, 2024
- Include at least 5 high-quality photos (no collages, no watermarks)
- You must be the original creator
- Click here for the full Terms and Conditions
Categories
On the entry form, choose one of the following when you submit:
- Functional & Furniture – Tables, chairs, cabinets, and other practical pieces
- Artistic & Ornamental – Carvings, sculptures, instruments
- The Australian Woodturning Competition – Bowls, vases, spindles, etc.
Key Dates
- Entries close: August 31, 2025
- Finalists announced: September 30, 2025
- Exhibition: October 11, 2025
- Winners announced: October 10, 2025
Entry Fee
$15.00 (AUD) per submission.
Covers judging, admin, and transport of shortlisted entries to the exhibition venue at Timbecon Epping (VIC).
Terms & Conditions
By purchasing an entry, you agree to the Terms & Conditions.
Make sure to review eligibility, image requirements, and judging criteria before submitting.
