Financial boost available for tertiary students

Published on 31 March 2026

Moyne Shire Council is inviting applications for its Academic Support Scholarships, offering a total pool of $15,000 to support students commencing their first year of tertiary education.

The scholarships are designed to help Moyne Shire based students aged 18–25 years old take the next step in their education and contribute to building a skilled future workforce.

Mayor Cr Jordan Lockett said the initiative continues to play an important role in supporting rural students at a pivotal stage of their academic journey.

“We’ve been running this program for 28 years, helping young people from across the shire follow their education dreams,” Cr Lockett said.

“For many recipients, this support helps ease the financial pressures associated with study, allowing them to concentrate on achieving their goals.”

He said last year’s three successful applicants each received $5,000, providing meaningful assistance as they began their studies.

Cr Lockett encouraged eligible students to apply.

“We’ve seen recipients come from a wide range of study areas, including agriculture, health, trades and the arts,” he said.

“The application process is straightforward, and we encourage video or audio submissions which really help us see who they are.”

Applications close at 4pm on 1 May 2026. Further details, including eligibility criteria and the application form, are available at www.moyne.vic.gov.au/AcademicSupport