March 12, 2019
There’s no stopping Cooper
It seems nothing will stop Cooper Lawson from achieving his ambitions of working in the…
January 16, 2019
How to prep for uni in 5 easy steps
UNIVERSITY SURVIVAL GUIDE STUDENT BLOG After surviving my first year at uni,…
January 16, 2019
The biggest lessons I learned in my first year of uni
UNIVERSITY SURVIVAL GUIDE STUDENT BLOG The first year of uni, and away from home, is…
January 16, 2019
Make the most of every opportunity university presents you
You might think moving from the Sydney to Moree, in far north NSW, would be…
September 20, 2018
How else do you pay for uni?
USG STUDENT VOICES - We asked, they answered You have asked a question of us…
September 20, 2018
What did you learn from the application process?
USG STUDENT VOICES - We asked, they answered It may seem like a boring question, but…
September 4, 2018
Sophie pursues her dreams with dedication
My name is Sophie and I am currently studying a Bachelor of Pre-Medicine, Science and…
September 3, 2018
Opportunities from scholarships never end
As a country kid who was only able to attend university through someone’s generous donation…
September 3, 2018
Why scholarships make all the difference
Hey there! I’m Brody from Cowra, NSW, and have recently graduated from the Australian National…
August 28, 2018
Jess’ uni experience enhanced by CEF’s help
I tried to think of a fun way to start this little blog post off,…
August 28, 2018
Scholarships make the impossible possible for country students
MEDIA RELEASE The Country Education Foundation of Australia is excited to launch the 2019 Scholarships…
August 27, 2018
It’s not just about money!
We asked, they answered What’s the most valuable thing about receiving a grant or scholarship?…
August 27, 2018
Believe you can be successful, just like our recipients
USG STUDENT VOICES - We asked, they answered You’re thinking about applying for grants and scholarships…
July 30, 2018
How’s that #adulting life treating you?
You’re six months into your first year of uni or TAFE. We hope you’re adjusting…
July 12, 2018
Tricks and tips to master uni open days
Here are eight quick things to remember for when you take on a university open…
July 12, 2018
Open your eyes and options at university open days
Facing post-school life can be daunting and exciting, or both feelings mixed together. It can…
July 12, 2018
Amanda designs her future with the help of CEF
Back in 2010, sick in Yass hospital with glandular fever, Amanda Strickland received a recommendation…
May 18, 2018
CEF Student Stories
Our impact in their words. Watch and learn how CEF makes a difference in the…
April 21, 2018
‘You have to be in it, to win it’
Meet Sophie Nelson, she grew up in Broken Hill, far west NSW, and now lives…
January 29, 2018
2018 McLean Scholarship winner announced
Broken Hill student awarded 2018 McLean Scholarship by Country Education Foundation The Country Education Foundation…
November 21, 2017
Determined, ambitious, strong: Ashley takes charge of her future
For 21-year-old Ashley Nielsen the $3000 grant from Great Lakes Education Fund, a CEF local…
November 20, 2017
Medical aspirations open up for Jacob despite isolating start
Isolation and distance have been a huge hurdle for one of Country Education Foundation of…
November 15, 2017
New foundations increasing CEF’s impact on rural and regional youth
This past year CEF has been lucky enough to welcome three new local foundations -…
September 25, 2017
2018 Scholarships Guide a one-stop-resource for school leavers
MEDIA RELEASE The Country Education Foundation (CEF) has launched a new online Scholarships Guide today,…
September 15, 2017
Eureka! Broken Hill brothers make most of huge opportunities
Broken Hill brothers – Alex and Clayton Rowbotham – are well on their way to…
August 30, 2017
Broken Hill brothers make most of generous scholarships
Broken Hill brothers – Alex and Clayton Rowbotham – are well on their way to…
August 17, 2017
Chris’ dreams come true on centre stage
Chris Mercer has seen the world thanks to help from the Country Education Foundation of…
August 17, 2017
Sarah’s sums breaking down barriers
Sarah’s on her way thanks to support from the Country Education Foundation (CEF). Growing up…
May 18, 2017
Student Stories – Isabella De Francheschi
“I know without this scholarship I might not have actually been able to afford to…
January 3, 2017
Country Education Foundation in Outback Magazine
CEF local grant recipient Megan Hayes is on her way to becoming a psychologist. The…
September 19, 2016
Tia’s Flying High with Support from her Local CEF
Terry Witchard and Bonnie Hillsley from local CEF the Macleay Valley Education Fund with scholarship…
September 15, 2016
Support Sets Ruby up for Study Success
Psychology student Ruby Lay is off to a great start at university thanks to a…
September 15, 2016
The Right Fit for Isaac
Isaac Austin from Merriwa, NSW, is now in his second year of a fitter machinist…
September 15, 2016
The Sky’s the Limit with a Scholarship
Future educator Alex Rowbotham knows firsthand what a difference scholarships make to a rural student's…
May 31, 2016
Anna’s Bouyed by Success
Above: Former CEF grant recipient Anna Boyes has returned to rural Queensland to teach and…
May 31, 2016
St Andrew’s Students in the Spotlight
Sarah Marcon has been awarded a 2016 Country Education Foundation St Andrew's Scholarship.The Country Education…
May 31, 2016
Jamin’s Trading Up
Jamin White from Cootamundra is on his way to becoming a heavy vehicle mechanic with…
September 18, 2015
Nap goes West
Nap Holmes feels very fortunate that she was able to take up the physiotherapy place…
June 18, 2015
CEF Friends welcome Fran Kelly and Noelle
Noelle and ABC RN presenter, Fran Kelly and the CEF Friends' Lunch When she…
February 26, 2015
More unis helping rural students
OUA's, Claire Hopkins and CEF CEO, Sarah Taylor A warm welcome to two new education…
November 29, 2014
On the road with the Origin Foundation
CEF CEO Sarah Taylor recently visited some of our most remote Queensland communities with Origin…
September 27, 2014
Introducing rural kids to uni life
What do slime, prosthetic limbs, scholarships and lectures have in common? They were all part…
September 25, 2014
Scholarship Tips!
The CEF 2015 Tertiary Scholarships Guide for Rural and Regional Students is now available on…
September 2, 2014
Eureka Foundation help for Broken Hill
It’s a long way from Broken Hill to the nearest university and young people from…
July 16, 2014
Fomer CEF student heads to Chiang Mai
Past Recipient, Robert Baird from Harden NSW, now working as a journalist in Chiang Mai,…
June 27, 2014
The McLean Foundation Scholarship
Please join us in congratulating this years’ McLean Foundation Scholarship recipient, Kira Pittaway, from Willyama…
April 15, 2014
Rotary supports CEF students
Ashleigh Beck receives her award from Kapunda Rotary President, Frank Ware Eight CEF students from…
March 18, 2014
Inaugural Loder scholarship
We are delighted to announce the recipients of the inaugural Bruce and Robyn Loder Scholarship…
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