<b>Sorry, this competition is now closed. Look out for the finalists on Monday 11 July and vote for your favourite essay. </b> We're encouraging kiwis to submit a photo essay of three to five images highlighting what life in New Zealand means to you.Here's a selection of entries we've received so far..
Image 1 of 15: This series of photos is based on the new face of Christchurch, or lack of. Photo 1/5. Demolition. Photo / Richard Burson
This online-only contest showcases the best of nature photography
The underwater photographer of the year competition celebrates photos beneath the surface
Imagination, engineering skills and steely nerve was all competitors needed
Thousands gathered at Waitangi in Northland to celebrate our national day. Photos / Dean Purcell
The week-long festivities have been full of colour ahead of Waitangi Day. Photos / Dean Purcell and Alyse Wright
5 C-130H Hercules transport aircraft retire with a nationwide flypast. Photos / NZME
From 6,000 there could be only 3 winners. But there were plenty of really good pictures that came close
NZ Herald Summer Holiday Photography Competition entries
NZ Herald Summer Holiday Photography Competition entries...
NZ Herald Summer Holiday Photography Competition entries
NZ Herald Summer Holiday Photography Competition entries
NZ Herald Summer Photo Competition online gallery of entries...
NZ Herald Summer Photo Competition online gallery of entries...
NZ Herald Summer Photo Competition online gallery of entries...
NZ Herald Summer Photo Competition online gallery of entries...
NZ Herald Summer Photo Competition online gallery of entries...
NZ Herald Summer Photo Competition online gallery of entries...
NZ Summer Holiday competition entries from New Year's Week
NZ Herald Summer Holiday Photo Competition - entries from 24th - 26th December
NZ Herald Summer Photo Competition - first days entries - Day 1 and 2
A selection of cartoons from Herald cartoonist Rod Emmerson over the past year
Stunning images from the awards that celebrate the beauty of science
Doctors have told Paige Suisted she has 18 months to live. She is determined to live each moment to the fullest.
Minister of Transport Chris Bishop speaks to the media. Video / NZ Herald
Banks stepping up their game in tackling scams, Winston Peters under sportlight after media comments and emotional conclusion to Podmore inquest.
100-year-old racer Les Harris leads a final lap from a ute, surrounded by family and fellow riders.
