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We're proud to launch something new today: the inaugural Tim Fischer Fellowship. The Fellowship is a $50,000 opportunity to support one Australian with a bold idea to strengthen rural and regional communities. Open to anyone over 18. You don’t need to live in the country, but your project must serve it. It could be research, professional development, a pilot program, an initiative you've been wanting to test. This is your chance to make it real. Applications close 17 August. Learn more and apply at the link in our bio.

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Tim Fischer believed in people from the bush. So do we. The Country Education Foundation has supported over 8,000 youth, and we're always looking for ways to change the lives of those in rural and regional communities. The inaugural Tim Fischer Fellowship was established to honour Tim's passion and legacy. Through this fellowship, we are seeking talented changemakers who are focused on the impact they could make to rural and regional communities over the course of the year. Applications open tomorrow.

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Have you got an idea that could change your community for the better? The Tim Fischer Fellowship is your chance to turn passion into impact, with $50,000 to bring your vision to life. 🌱 Open to anyone over 18 🌾 Focused on real change for rural and regional Australia Applications open 7 July. Stay tuned. #TimFischerFellowship #RuralAustralia #Changemakers #CEF

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Somewhere out here, an idea is waiting. One that could lift a community, spark a movement, or change what’s possible for Australians in rural, regional and remote towns. The Tim Fischer Fellowship is a $50,000 opportunity for someone with the vision to make it real. Applications open 7 July.

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1st July not only marks the second half of the year, but it also signifies that applications for 2026 grants have now opened! If you are located in the communities of one of our 49 local foundations, aged between 16-25 and looking to undertake post school education and training in 2026, then we would like to hear from you! Applying only takes about 20 minutes and could mean having funds to pay for expenses such as accommodation, tools and equipment, technology, uniforms or textbooks. So what are you waiting for? Hit the link in bio to apply today! #regionaleducation #applynow #applicationsopen

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He was a soldier, a statesman, and a champion for rural and regional Australia. The Tim Fischer Fellowship honours his legacy by supporting those who are passionate about making a difference. Stay tuned for more information about the Fellowship. Applications open 7th July.

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Earlier this month, on a chilly winter's evening, we joined our partner, @drewscollege at their Orange Regional Reunion, kindly hosted by @rosshillwines . These events are powerful reminders of the strength of regional communities and the importance of creating pathways for regional students, especially as they relocate to metropolitan areas for the first time. Thank you St Andrew's for a great evening and for your ongoing commitment to CEF and rural and regional youth. Pictured L-R: Hilary Matchett, CEF Head of Engagement, Media & Impact with CEF Alumnus and 2024 Community Champion, Lachlan Barrett, and St Andrew's College student, Finn Shepherd. 📸: St Andrew's College

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It's the final day of National Volunteer Week and we have loved celebrating the dedication and commitment of our 430 volunteers from all across regional Australia. Thank you for your dedication to supporting your local youth and helping set them up for success in their post-school education and employment ambitions! We have one final student to feature. Meet Charlotte from Temora who wants to pursue a career in environmental sustainability! Happy National Volunteer Week to all our volunteers! #NVW2025 #connectingcommunities #regionaleducation

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National Volunteer Week might soon be coming to a close for another year, however, our student thanks and words of gratitude continue! Meet Lucy, from Great Lakes, a soon-to-be Physiotherapist! She says it best when she mentions CEF support is about building brighter futures together; a great sentiment to how our volunteers support their local youth and encourage them to dream big. #NVW2025 #connectingcommunities #regionaleducation

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We love getting out and about and meeting our grant recipients! Last night, our CEO, Wendy Mason, joined the community of @drewscollege, for their annual Scholarship Dinner, to congratulate and celebrate our 2025 St Andrew's College-CEF Scholarship recipients, Lucy (CEF Cowra), Isaac (CEF Coonamble & Districts) and Sophie (CEF Nyngan). Thank you to St Andrew's College for their support of CEF and belief in rural and regional youth, like Lucy, Isaac and Sophie.

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Our student thanks continues this National Volunteer Week! Luka, a doctor in the making from Hastings, sends massive thanks to the foundation and the countless hours the volunteers provide to help students from the regions. We love hearing about the support that our 430 volunteers provide all throughout students' study journeys, helping them achieve their education and employment goals. #NVW2025 #connectingcommunities #regionaleducation

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We always say our students say it best. So to continue our National Volunteer Week celebrations we asked our 2025 grant recipients to send in some words of thanks to demonstrate the incredible impact our volunteers have on their local youth, all across regional Australia! First up is Annabella from CEF Grenfell, who kicked off her Nursing studies this year, and shared her appreciation for not only the financial support she has received but the mentoring and guidance her local foundation is giving her. #NVW2025 #connectingcommunities #regionalyouth #regionaleducation

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This week marks National Volunteer Week and so we're taking the opportunity to celebrate the year-round efforts of our 430 dedicated volunteers across regional Australia. CEF volunteers all have one thing in common - to support local youth in their area and help set them up for success in their post-school education or employment ambitions. We will be featuring some of our students gratitude for our volunteers throughout the week but in the meantime, hit the link in bio to find out more about the great work our volunteers do all year round! #NVW2025 #connectingcommunities

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We are thrilled to announce our partnership with @charlessturtuni! With $133,000 in co-funding per year from 2025, this partnership will increase direct financial support for CEF students enrolled at the university, helping ease the transition into university education and ensuring students feel supported by both their community and institution. In collaboration with one another, CEF and Charles Sturt are committed to empowering the next generation of leaders from regional Australia to help communities grow and flourish. You can read more about this exciting new partnership at the link in bio. Pictured: Claudia, CEF Orange & District, Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/Bachelor of Veterinary Science, Charles Sturt University Wagga Wagga

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