Here is a great opportunity for young people working or studying in the agricultural sector to participate in a national agricultural scholarship program. The scholarship is a comprehensive fully funded 12 day behind-the-scenes program for 20 to 30 year olds with Woolworths. It gives people the opportunity  to hear from leaders in the food supply chain.  Highlights include discussions with senior Woolworths executives and decision makers within the company - as well as participating in lectures, tours of supermarkets and the distribution centre.
The scholarship program costs are all covered by Woolworths and includes course fees, accommodation and flights (to and from Sydney). The scholarship is open to anyone between the ages of 20 and 30 who are either employed in the agricultural or horticultural industry or in their second or further years of study in an agricultural or horticultural faculty.
Information is attached and the application form is available at www.wowcareers.com.au or by calling Amy Keating at Woolworths on 02 8885 3516.
Run in conjunction with the University of Western Sydney and the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW,
the program is held from 10 August - 21 August 2009 and applications close on 15 May 2009. 
60 people have participated in the program over the past three years.

 

 

2009 Science and Innovation Awards for Young People in Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry
Calling all young innovators, this one is for you…
• Do you have an innovative idea that will boost Australia's rural industries?
• Do you need up to $50 000 to make your idea reality?
• Do you want to kick start your career and build professional networks?
• Do you want media training to help promote your ideas?
If so, then apply for the 2009 Science and Innovation Awards now! The awards are open to young people aged 18 to 35 who want to make a real difference to Australia's rural industries. Applications close 5 pm Friday 3 July 2009. For more information and to download an application form, visit www.daff.gov.au/scienceawards or call the Science Awards Manager on 02 6272 5039.  

 

BENDIGO BANK SCHOLARSHIP
Further Information: Website:
http://www.bendigobank.com.au/public/community/bendigo_bank_scholarship.asp#application
Grant: Bendigo Bank Scholarship
Provider: Bendigo Bank
Funding: Max per grant: $25,000
Additional info: Various
Closes: Ongoing
Purpose: To provide support to selected students who otherwise, due to particular social or financial circumstances, would not have been able to undertake tertiary education.

Overview: The Bendigo Bank Scholarship will be awarded to outstanding but disadvantaged students, usually from a rural or regional area, who have been offered a full-time place at an Australian university or college campus.

 
The scholarship enables selected students to commence tertiary education at a centre of excellence by providing financial support in the early years of their transition from secondary to tertiary education.

The scholarship will signal that the successful applicants are students of a high calibre in study, leadership and individual character.

Grants under the scholarship may be applied to cover the costs of residency at a University college or other accommodation (and resource materials) of successful applicants.

Who can apply: The institution must be appropriately accredited and a nationally recognised tertiary institution. The student’s residency must be an any Australian university or college or other institution.

 

APPLY FOR THE BP VOUCHERS FOR VOLUNTEERS PROGRAMME
If you're a not-for-profit volunteer and you use a vehicle to undertake your volunteering activities, we want to hear from you. You could be awarded with free BP fuel to help you in your volunteering work. Applications must be received by 5.00pm (AEST) on 11 May 2009.

For more information visit their website:
http://www.talkstoppedlongago.com.au/v4v_home.html

 

 

'Community Donations open for Zone 1
Applications for Community Donations for 2009 have now opened for GGA members who reside in Zone 1, which covers Northern NSW and Queensland.
The Community Donations Program provides financial assistance to organisations in which GGA members are involved in and where they seek assistance with initiatives in their communities that relate to community development and charitable activities.
For more information and for guidelines visit the GGA website www.graingrowers.com.au.
Applications close on 29 May 2009 and must come from a registered charity or an incorporated association.'

 

Farm Day
Farm Day began in 2006 as a day of "fun, friendship and understanding.” Importantly, it also develops
urban support for Australian farmers and after last year’s Farm Day, 98 per cent of participating city
families said they would be more likely to buy Australian products/brands.
More farmers are needed to host city families on their farm this year to help Farm Day succeed in
bridging the urban-rural divide.Farm Day founder Deb Bain has called for more host farm families
across Australia to participate in Farm Day on May 30-31.
“By inviting city families on to our farms, they see first hand how we care for our animals, manage our
land, our water and our business of producing food and fibre. This is a vital process to ensure the
urban population understands the value of Australian agriculture in their lives," Deb said.
To register for Farm Day 2009 or for further information, please log on to www.farmday.com.au or call
1300 36 70 36.

 

Nuffield Australia Scholarships for 2010 open for Primary Producers
Applications are now open for Nuffield Australia Farming Scholarships 20 scholarships are available.

 

1. Generally between the ages of 28-40, although candidates outside this range may be considered,
2. Citizens of Australia,
3. Engaged in farming as an owner or manager or an active member of a farming business and
4. Intending to remain involved in primary production in Australia

Applications close on 30 June 2009. For further enquiries or to access an application form contact
Nuffield Australia on 03 5480 0755, via email, enquiries@nuffield.com.au. Successful scholars will be
announced in October 2009. or visit http://www.nuffield.com.au/ 
 
Innovation Generation 09 heads to Tamworth
Back by popular demand, Innovation Generation will be held this year in Tamworth from 7-9 July.
Innovation Generation targets young people working in agriculture aged 18- 35. The theme for this
year is ‘sowing the seeds of success’ and the conference program will focus on the ‘market’ for the
Australian grains industry and trade and market demand affecting agriculture more broadly.
Registrations will open on Monday 4 May via the GGA website. This is a conference not to be missed
but you must hurry as places are limited to 300 delegates. For more information contact the
Membership Services Team on 1800 620 519 or visit www.graingrowers.com.au .

 

Marcus Oldham Leadership Course July 09

When: Sunday 28th June to Friday 3rd July 2009 , Applications Close Monday 18th May 2009

The Marcus Oldham Rural Leadership Program is recognised as one of the longest running rural leadership programs in the nation. It has developed a strong reputation in the agricultural and agribusiness sector, attracting support from a wide range of industry and rural community groups from a diverse regional background.

The Program is an intense five-day workshop conducted on the College campus at Geelong, commencing on the last Sunday in June each year.

 

Objectives

·         To seek to develop the skills and knowledge of participants to enable them

·         To undertake a leadership role in their industry or community

·         To competently represent their industry or community in decision making forums

·         To understand and address the issues facing rural industries and rural communities

 

Visit www.marcusoldham.vic.edu.au for more information.