Community and Sports

Kingston Beach Sailing Club - Tackers learn to sail classes

Kingston Beach Sailing Club will again be holding Tackers learn to sail classes for children aged 8-12 years, commencing on Saturday October 12th for 8 Saturday mornings. Details and registration can be seen on the club’s website www.kbsc.org.au . They are also registered with “Ticket to Play” for concession card holders.

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:

Emergency Food Grant Fund

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.