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Year in review | Megan Fisher’s best photos of 2023

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Barkaa performing at Now & Forever concert.
Passion: Barkaa performing at Now & Forever concert. Photo by Megan Fisher

Reflecting on the moments of 2023, I’ve had the privilege of capturing a diverse number of events through my lens as a news photographer.

From captivating portraits to adrenaline-pumping sports coverage, this year has been a journey of visual storytelling.

I expanded my repertoire by venturing into videography. Transitioning from stills to moving images allowed me to craft a richer narrative, particularly when capturing serious stories and the vibrant energy of local sports games.

My lens took me from photographing fashion on Mt Major to the adrenaline-fuelled scenes at Deakin Reserve during sports events. I also had the opportunity to document a concert where the Prime Minister made a notable appearance, one of many memorable moments that unfolded throughout the year.

Beyond merely documenting events, my commitment to storytelling through imagery aimed to encapsulate the spirit of the place in which we live, Yorta Yorta land.

Here are a few photographs that sum up 2023, each frame telling a unique story of the people and places that defined our year.

Shepparton Gators player Derek Murphy.
On the rise: Shepparton Gators player Derek Murphy. Photo by Megan Fisher
Breeanna Poar's toddler Alexander who was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia in February 2022 at 22 months old.
Big smile: Breeanna Poar’s toddler, Alexander, who was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia in February 2022 at 22 months old. Photo by Megan Fisher
Photo shoot for the eighth issue of the Betty magazine at Mount Major.
Fantastic three: Photo shoot for the eighth issue of Betty magazine at Mt Major. Photo by Megan Fisher
Chantyra Wirrpanda Briggs at the Jan 26 dawn service.
Sombre: Chantyra Wirrpanda Briggs at the January 26 dawn service. Photo by Megan Fisher
A bucking bronc at Kyabram Rodeo.
Hold on: A bucking bronc at Kyabram Rodeo. Photo by Megan Fisher
Jimmy Barnes performing at the Now & Forever concert
Still going strong: Jimmy Barnes performing at the Now & Forever concert. Photo by Megan Fisher
 Year 6 student Mitchell O’Shea filling up on pancakes on Shrove Tuesday.
Tasty: Year 6 student Mitchell O’Shea fills up on pancakes on Shrove Tuesday. Photo by Megan Fisher
 Murray Slee turned 100 on April 23rd.
Milestone: Murray Slee turned 100 on April 23rd. Photo by Megan Fisher
James Hipwell competing with his dogs at the Northern Victoria Sled Dog Club Annual Classic.
Mush: James Hipwell competes with his dogs at the Northern Victoria Sled Dog Club Annual Classic. Photo by Megan Fisher
Tegan Crawford when she became a part gym owner at Origin Athletics Gym.
Strength: Tegan Crawford when she became a part owner at Origin Athletics Gym. Photo by Megan Fisher
Shepparton Anzac day dawn service.
Reflective: Shepparton Anzac Day dawn service. Photo by Megan Fisher
Photo shoot for the ninth edition of the Betty magazine.
Stylish: Photo shoot for the ninth edition of Betty magazine. Photo by Megan Fisher
Preview photo for the Shepparton gators last home game.
On court: Preview photo for the Shepparton Gators’ last home game. Photo by Megan Fisher
Colin Walker known as Uncle Col, with prime minister Anthony Albanese.
Unity: Colin Walker, known as Uncle Col, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Photo by Megan Fisher
Yorta Yorta Dancers Kyla Boland, Vanessa Harbrow and Chantyra Wirrpanda-Briggs.
Yorta Yorta dancers: Kyla Boland, Vanessa Harbrow and Chantyra Wirrpanda-Briggs. Photo by Megan Fisher
Nicole Evison riding Calboys Lil Miss.
Bond: Nicole Evison riding Calboys Lil Miss. Photo by Megan Fisher
Waaia Harvey Walker embracing his team mates.
Celebration: Waaia’s Harvey Walker embracing his teammates. Photo by Megan Fisher
Photoshoot with Adam Thompson at Tallygaroopna.
Claws out: Photoshoot with Adam Thompson at Tallygaroopna. Photo by Megan Fisher
Briggs from A.B Original performing at the Now & Forever concert.
Powerful: Briggs from A.B. Original performs at the Now & Forever concert. Photo by Megan Fisher
GV Suns Joe Adoo-Peters as part of a preview for Australia Cup against APIA Leichhardt.
Shining: GV Suns player Joe Adoo-Peters, pictured as part of a preview of the Australia Cup clash against APIA Leichhardt. Photo by Megan Fisher
Children protesting the violence against Palestinians in Gaza at Victoria Park Lake.
Making a stand: Children protesting the violence against Palestinians in Gaza at Victoria Park Lake. Photo by Megan Fisher