Five Central Coast students have been awarded Brisbane Water (NSW) Legacy Scholarships, each receiving up to $6,000 per year to support studies at TAFE, university, private college or other educational institutions.
The students — Lisa Pasco, Tristan Livingston, Jaida McKenzie, Annalise Sargent and Jack Griffin —are pursuing studies in various fields including dance, politics, speech pathology, secondary education and special education.
Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch recently joined Legatee and Chair of the Scholarship Committee Jenni Bourchier at Legacy Village, Point Frederick, to present the scholarships.
Chaired by Bourchier, committee members Legatees Rex Ward, Eric Flood and Tony Lord interviewed candidates before selecting this year’s recipients.
They will also provide ongoing mentoring and support.
Legacy CEO Peter Lawley wished the students the very best for their studies.
“Our scholarship committee plays an incredibly rewarding and important role and we’re proud to provide a platform to connect older and younger generations in our community,” he said.
Lisa Pasco, who is completing a Certificate IV in Dance at Milk Dance Studios, said the course would give her a greater opportunity to pursue a career in both performing and teaching.
“This scholarship will enable me to be able to afford a course that would otherwise be out of my reach,” she said.
Jack Griffin, who is enrolled in a Bachelor of Secondary Education (PD/HPE) and (Special Education) degree, wants to use his time to give back to his community.
“Receiving the scholarship will allow me to volunteer in multiple organisations to broaden my experience base and find a pathway that most suits my personality, skills and experience,” he said.
In 2023, the organisation will support 15 students, contributing a total of $74,500.
Since the program was established in 2001, Brisbane Water (NSW) Legacy has awarded 62 scholarships with a combined value of $681,300.
One of those scholarship recipients is Shane Gough, now employed as the Company Accountant for Brisbane Water (NSW) Legacy and one of the administrators of the program.
“I received a scholarship whilst completing my Bachelor’s degree,” Gough said.
“The scholarship helped me pay for the daily needs of studying whilst also increasing the time I was able to focus on my courses.
“Now, along with the scholarship committee, we help students from disadvantaged backgrounds to complete their studies by reducing financial pressures.”
Eligible recipients are aged under 25, residents of the Central Coast and descendants or adopted children of a person who served, or is serving, with the Australian Defence Force.
Eligibility requirements and tips for applying are available at https://www.bwlegacyscholarship.com.au.
Follow the Brisbane Water (NSW) Legacy Facebook page to hear when applications open later this year for the 2024 scholarships.
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Brisbane Water Legacy