House in Brisbane (Photo: Nanango Electorate Office)
November 8, 2021
Round 3 of local MP Deb Frecklington’s “Year 12 School Leavers Bursary” is now open for applications.
Mrs Frecklington said the $1000 bursary was a way she could support the region’s school leavers as they made the next step in their education journey.
“It is always a major step for our Year 12 school leavers who must travel away for TAFE, university or other training and this bursary is one way I can help support them on this journey,” Mrs Frecklington said.
“The bursary aims to provide financial assistance with the costs associated with moving to their place of learning, tools, the purchase of books, IT or other necessary requirements.
“It provides me with an opportunity to show my support for young people who are passionate about furthering their skills and education, and who may not otherwise be able to afford to live away from home.”
Applications are now open to students who live in the Nanango Electorate and will close on February 1.
“Five applicants will be shortlisted and the successful recipient will be selected through a panel interview in early February,” Mrs Frecklington said.
“Last year’s winner was Olivia Almond who graduated from Kingaroy State High School and needed to move to Brisbane to take up her Bachelor of Vision Science degree.
“Olivia was able to use the Bursary with the costs associated with moving from her home at Pimpimbudgee to her new accommodation in Brisbane.”
More information is available online or contact the Electorate Office on (07) 4190-7100 for the Bursary guidelines.
