Community and Sports
State-wide Emergency Food Grant Fund Now Available
The Tasmanian Government has announced an Emergency Food Grant Fund following significant power outages across the state. Tasmanian households who have gone without power for at least 72 hours (3 days) will be eligible for payments of $350, providing much-needed financial assistance to those impacted by the recent weather.
For more information and to apply online:
Phone: 1800 567 567
UTAS Scholarship
Applications for a new UTAS scholarship sponsored by Reconciliation Tasmania are now open.
The Chris Crerar Reconciliation Scholarship is available to a Tasmanian Aboriginal student commencing a Bachelor degree for the first time, in any discipline, at the University of Tasmania from Semester 1, 2025.
The $5000 a year scholarship ($25,000 over five years) aims to provide financial support for the duration of the undergraduate degree, and to offer the successful applicant opportunities to connect with Reconciliation Tasmania.
The scholarship was established in memory of our former colleague Chris Crerar, a strong social justice advocate who was committed to Closing the Gap and self-determination for Tasmania's First Peoples.
Applications close on 31 October 2024.
Potential applicants are encouraged to visit the UTAS website to view the full scholarship details and apply online.
Any questions can be directed to UTAS via the links on above webpage or by contacting Reconciliation Tasmania at info@rectas.com.au.
Acholi Resilience Documentary Screening
Saturday 7 September - 3:30pm
Screening of the documentary by Levi Dance, sharing the story of Acholi Resilience over the past 10 years.
Not recommended for children under 15 due to some confronting images.
BOOK TICKETS HERE:
www.eventbrite.com.au/e/acholi-resilience-documentary-screening-tickets-988630970847
Nature. Be in it. - Holiday Program
The Cricket Hub Tasmania - Term 4 Indoor Cricket
Basketball Tasmania - School Holiday Camps (ages 8-14)
With the Basketball Tasmania Primary and High Schools Tournaments on in Term 4, a great lead in is our School Holiday Camps!
Southern Tasmanian:
Elizabeth College – 256 Elizabeth St, Hobart TAS 7000
- Wednesday 2 October – 9am-3pm
- Wednesday 9 October – 9am-3pm
South East Sports Stadium – 7 Tasman Hwy, Sorell TAS 7172
- Thursday 3 October – 1pm-3pm
- Tuesday 8 October – 1pm-3pm
Claremont College – access via Narillan St, Claremont TAS 7011
- Tuesday 1 October – 9am-11am
REGISTER HERE:
www.basketballtasmania.com.au/where-can-i-play/maccas-on-your-team-holiday-camps
Junior Touch Football
Expressions of Interest - Term 4 Secondary SSATIS Sports (Repeat)
The following sports are available for secondary students to participate in during terms 4 for Southern Sports Association of Tasmania Independent Schools.
- 7/8 boys volleyball (Thursday afternoons)
- 9/10 boys volleyball (Thursday afternoons)
- 7/8 boys Touch Footy (Monday afternoons @ Wentworth Park)
- 9/10 boys Touch Footy (Wednesday afternoons @ Wentworth Park)
- 7/8 boys cricket (Tuesday afternoons)
- 9/10 girls tennis (Monday afternoons)
- 7/8 girls tennis (Tuesday afternoons)
- 7/8 girls Aussie Rules (Thursday afternoons)
- 7/8 girls Touch Footy (Monday afternoons @ Wentworth Park)
- 9/10 girls Touch Footy (Wednesday afternoons @ Wentworth Park)
Rosters run during the specified school term only.
No cost involved.
Parents will need to transport their children to various venues for non-home games.
Parental assistance is essential for coaching, umpiring, managing the team and scoring. No need to be an expert, just willing to have a go.
Nominations close Friday, 13th September.
Secondary parents, please email sonya.ambrose@scc.tas.edu.au to express your child’s interest to play.
Parents will be notified if there are sufficient numbers to register a team.
Kingborough Lions United FC - Grade 6 Gala
