Kiera Doherty, Aurora australis (August theme: Seasons)

The photo shows the Aurora Australis glowing pink in the night sky above Narrabeen, a suburb in northern Sydney, Australia. The clear winter sky is lit up by this rare seasonal phenomenon, with no clouds visible. The tops of trees are silhouetted in the foreground, contrasting with the soft pink light above. The image captures the unique beauty of the southern lights during the winter season.

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