The Next Wave


  • Photographer
    Fiona Basile
  • Prize
    Honorable Mention
  • Company/Studios
    Fiona Basile
  • Date of Photograph
    Published February 2026
  • Technical Info
    GoPro Hero 12

The Next Wave is a photographic book that celebrates the growth and diversity of an open water swimming community in Melbourne, Australia. Through stunning photography and intimate reflections, it captures the joy, resilience and friendships forged in the sea. 36 swimmers share how the water heals, challenges & transforms them, offering stories of hope, courage, wonder and gratitude. The pages honour both the ordinary and extraordinary moments of life in the ocean, revealing the strength of community and the beauty of connection. Readers are invited to dive in and be carried by the next wave.

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