2026 Cecil Brown Scholarship Application

2026 Cecil Brown Scholarship Application
Eligibility

The Cecil Brown Scholarship is open to young people who live in, or have a strong connection to the Monaro region and are actively involved in the sheep and wool industry. Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to developing skills, knowledge, and experience that will benefit both their own careers and the local industry.

Things to consider before applying

Travel to New Zealand and an educational activity are core parts of the Scholarship. Applicants should outline their preferred learning activity as part of the application.

The successful recipient will be expected to share their experience at an MFS field day and, in partnership with the Executive Officer, contribute to MFS communications (e.g. newsletter, social media, local media).

The recipient may also be invited to join the Scholarship Committee the following year.

Application Process

Saving Your Progress: You can save your application at any time and return to complete it later by clicking the Save button at the bottom of the form. A link will be emailed to you so you can continue where you left off before the closing date.

All information provided will remain confidential.

Key Dates:
- Applications open: 5 October, 2026
- Applications close: 11:59pm 25 October, 2026
- Assessment period: Early November 2026 - applications reviewed by the selection panel
- Interviews conducted: 9-13 November, 2026
- Applicants notified of outcome: 23 - 27 November, 2026
- Recipient Announced: 2 December 2026 at the MFS Summer Field Day
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Application Questions

Please complete the following questions.
Why are you interested in the Cecil Brown Scholarship?

Tell us what motivates you to apply for this scholarship and how it connects with your personal and professional goals in the sheep and wool industry.0/150
What is your connection to the sheep and wool industry?

Briefly describe your current involvement in the industry, or if you’re just starting out, outline your aspirations and any experiences that have shaped your passion for this sector.0/150
What skills, knowledge, or experiences do you hope to gain through this scholarship, and how will you share these with others in the Monaro farming community?

Explain what you would like to learn or achieve through the scholarship and how you will use this knowledge to benefit others in the local industry.0/150
What is your vision for the future of the Monaro sheep and wool industry?

Share your ideas about the opportunities or challenges you see ahead for the industry and how you would like to contribute to its future success.0/150
What educational opportunity would you use the scholarship’s funding for, and why would this be valuable for your personal growth and the wider sheep and wool industry?

The scholarship includes a set travel experience to New Zealand. In addition, funding is available for an educational activity of your choice (e.g., training, workshops, study tours, conferences). Please outline the learning activity you would like to undertake, why you have chosen it, and how it would support both your career development and the wider sheep and wool industry.0/150
Please list up to three goals you would like to achieve during the scholarship year, focusing on what you want to achieve personally, professionally, or for the community.
Which areas of the sheep and wool industry are you most interested in learning more about or gaining experience in? (Please select three).
Can you share an example of when you have shown initiative or leadership?

Give a brief example of when you demonstrated initiative or leadership, either in farming, work, studies, or your local community.0/150
Signature
Thank you for applying for the Cecil Brown Scholarship.

Once you have reviewed your application, click submit below to complete your entry. Please contact Bec Kading, Executive Officer, MFS, 0407 089 477, executive@monarofs.com.au, with any queries.
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2026 Cecil Brown Scholarship Application

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