The Nikon-Walkley Australian Press Photographer of the Year, or Nikon-Walkley Press Photographer of the Year[1] is awarded to the photographer whose body of work is considered the best in the country for that year.
It recognises newsworthiness, impact, technical superiority, creativity and originality in news photography.
[2] The annual Nikon-Walkley Photographic Awards are the highest honour for Australian press photographers.
They represent the pinnacle of achievement and are judged by a panel of senior photographers and picture editors across the industry.
[citation needed] Partial list of winners: