Winner: Maria Tan, for her print article 'Between the Lines'. 

Words, photos, graphic design & print layout by Maria Tan for Sydneysider magazine, 2008.

Features former Liberal leader and Lifeline patron, John Brogden.

"This print feature outlined the very public struggle of a high-profile politician with depression and his subsequent recovery and work in mental health advocacy.

"Through his story, the article emphasizes the importance of raising awareness about mental health problems and promoting help-seeking among vulnerable people.

"Conscientious use of quotes, facts and statistics, expert comment, and strong messages of how and where to seek help combined to make this an excellent example of sensitive, accurate and engaging reporting of a mental health issue."

~Judges: Amy Laybutt, Senior Project Officer for Response Ability for Journalism Education, Hunter Institute of Mental Health, and Marc Bryant, Projects Manager, Hunter Institute of Mental Health and former UK journalist.