The prize of $500 will be awarded for the winning design which must be suitable for use on all forms of print media, the web and cinema advertising.

The logo will have to convey the fun, family nature of the day with a focus on the colourful activities for young and old.

The winning logo will need to be a bright dynamic design, instantly identifiable with the festival and 100 per cent original.

The competition closes on May 1 and the winner will be announced in the Harden Express on the May 17.

An official entry form can be obtained by emailing kitefestival@iinet.net.au

The competition is open to amateur and professional alike. This year’s festival will be held on October 6.

Following on from the successes of previous festivals, the Harden Kite Festival team is looking to make the 2012 festival the biggest and brightest yet with more kites, more market stalls, great live music and a large variety of activities and competitions for children and adults of all ages.