By Dean Murray

The winners of the Underwater Awards Australasia (UWAA) 2025 photography competition have been announced.

The competition called for underwater photographers from around the world to submit their most captivating and compelling images from the Australasian region.

The overall winner of the contest was announced as James Ferrara, whose striking shot of an open-mouthed leopard seal took the top spot in the International Waters category.

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There was a total of nine winners in categories including Conservation, Sharks, Portfolio and Smartphone.

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