This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Panasonic Australia. All opinions are 100% mine.

This might just be the most exciting photography competition I've discussed yet on this blog. The great sponsors over at Panasonic are holding the LUMIX Life Focus on Australia. So even if your an amateur photographer or a professional taking fabulous shots of the Australian outback or the wildlife that that has fascinated people all over the globe for centuries, grab your Lumix and start shooting now for a chance to win big.

To peak your interest, not only will you have a chance to showcase your photographs for a chance to win monthly prizes and a final prize after the competition, but you will be part of a movement to show the world why Australians appreciate and love Australia.

The LUMIX Life Focus On Australia starts April 1st 2010 - The Video. The video featured on the promotion's main sites is actually pretty thrilling for any photographer. The six most admired and celebrated Australian photographers will be acting as ambassadors for the competition, and Ken Duncan explains what this all means for you and your photography. You get to work on the same level as the countries best photographers, so let the competition begin.

To follow the Lumix Camera competition check out the Panasonic Australia on Facebook page and start joining in the buzz. Or, if you want to start posting photographs in the Lumix photo community, check out Ken Duncan's Panasonic Lumix Australia group on Flickr.

Just remember, you will need to be from Australia and photos will also need to focus on Australia. You can see pro photos on the website for examples of what the contest is all about.

This is your chance to show the world Australia through your eyes. Can you handle it?

Good Luck!