Election candidates are used to having their campaign signs defaced but one state MP was so impressed with a graffitied placard that he started a competition.
Member for Nicklin Rob Skelton showed off a sign that was transformed by an unknown member of the public in the Sunshine Coast hinterland.
“How good is this new corflute design?” he said.
“I was delighted to find this awesome piece of artwork in Palmwoods.
“Makes a bit of a difference from the usual crude vandals.”
It led to Mr Skelton creating the Nicklin Corflute Competition.
He has invited locals to showcase their artistic talent by transforming one of his corflutes into a work of art.
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The competition is open to residents aged 16 and over, and participants can pick up their blank corflute from the Nicklin Electorate Office at 3/51 Currie St, Nambour.
Completed artworks must be submitted to the same address by 5pm on October 9 to be eligible for judging.
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Mr Skelton, who is expected to face a stern test from LNP candidate Marty Hunt in the election, is excited to see what people can come up with.
“This competition is a great way to engage with the community and put a creative spin on political campaigning,” he said.
“I can’t wait to see the originality and talent we have right here in Nicklin.”
Participants have the chance to win a share of $500.
The winning entries will be judged based on creativity, originality, relevance to political themes, and public appeal by a panel of appointed judges.
“We’re encouraging everyone to get involved and have a bit of fun,” he said.
“Whether you’re an experienced artist or just love to get creative, this competition is for you.
For more details about the competition, including more rules for entries, see the Rob Skelton website.
Election signs have started emerging beside main roads around the Sunshine Coast, as candidates bid for places in Queensland parliament.
There were complaints about election signs during the Sunshine Coast Council election campaign earlier this year.
