Young artists are being invited to show off their talent in a national calendar design competition.

Run by Phonak Heating Systems, the competition is looking for entries on the theme, 'what makes me happy', from children aged from five to 16 who are hearing impaired.

Last year, 600 entered and the 12 winning designs were published in the 2002 calendar.

This year, the top 12 will also receive £50 vouchers of their choice and their school will receive £50-worth of WH Smith vouchers.

Entries can be drawings or paintings, but they must be no larger than A3 and each one must be accompanied by an entry form, available by ringing 0800 9800747.

The closing date for entries is next Friday and everyone sending a design will receive a gift from Phonak.