Din L-Art Ħelwa has launched the Built and Natural Heritage Journalism Award Scheme for journalistic publications that have made an outstanding and significant contribution to the better appreciation of the built and natural environment of the Maltese Islands during the last year.

Two awards have been established. The first will deal with articles regarding Malta's and Gozo's built environment, including historic buildings, monuments, archaeological sites and the vernacular character of the towns and villages.

The second will be for articles dealing with the natural heritage covering the appreciation of Malta's natural environment and landscapes, including its open spaces, maritime heritage, flora and fauna and natural resources.

Entries for the Built Heritage Award may refer to a single building, a complex of buildings or a historic urban environment or townscape. Entries for the Natural Heritage Award may refer to any aspect of Malta's natural environment and landscapes.

The awards are open to all journalists and occasional contributors in Malta and Gozo.

To be eligible for inclusion the work or series of works must have been published in Malta within the 12-months period up to August 31.

Submissions for consideration for an award must be received at Din L-Art Ħelwa's offices, at 133, Melita Street, Valletta by September 30.

The winners will be announced in November.

A prix d'honneur and a silver medal will be awarded to the winning entries in each category and runners-up will win a diploma.

For further information regarding terms and conditions phone 2122 0358.