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Commonwealth Government Australian Disability Enterprises Excellence Awards
Annual Australian Government awards established to recognise, encourage and promote the significant contribution that disability enterprises make in improving the lives of people with disability
Commonwealth Government Australian Student Prize
Details of the Australian Government's annual prize designed to give national recognition to academic excellence and achievement in secondary education, particularly in senior secondary years
Commonwealth Government Australian Training Awards
The peak, national awards for vocational education and training, recognising innovation and excellence in the training sector with eleven award categories
Commonwealth Government Australian Vocational Student Prize
Details of the Australian Government prize that encourages and recognises outstanding year 12 students who have undertaken a Vocational Education and Training in Schools program or an Australian School-based Apprenticeship
State Government Awards and scholarships for teachers
Details of awards, prizes, scholarships and fellowships that are available to educators and schools
State Government Awards, prizes and scholarships for students
Information on Education Department awards, scholarships and prizes available to students in Tasmania
State Government Bricolage Design Prize
The Bricolage Design Prize encourages the development of an ongoing, marketable product from a reliable source of industrial waste that is not otherwise being reused or recycled
State Government Community Services Excellence Awards
Details of the annual awards to recognise outstanding service provision and leadership in improving the lives of children, young people, people with disabilities and their families in Tasmania. Links to past winners and nomination form (as available)
Commonwealth Government Endeavour Awards
The Endeavour Awards is an Australian Government scholarship program providing opportunities for citizens of the Asia-Pacific, Middle East, Europe and the Americas to undertake study, research and professional development in Australia. Awards are also available for Australians to do the same abroad
State Government Frank MacDonald Memorial Prize
The annual prize, open to year 9 students in Tasmania, commemorates the Anzac spirit, and is named after Tasmania's last WWI veteran. Details of prize conditions, key dates, and winners are provided
State Government Hardie Fellowship
Details of the annual Hardie Fellowship, which enables Department of Education teachers to undertake a period of research or study at an approved university in the United States
Local Government Heritage listings and awards (Launceston City Council)
Details of Tasmania's Heritage Register, and Launceston City Council's annual Heritage Awards which aim to recognise those projects, residential and non-residential, that provide improvements to a building whilst maintaining the property's heritage values
Commonwealth Government Human Rights Medals and Awards
Details of the annual Human Rights Medals and Awards, which recognise the contribution of individuals and organisations who work to promote and protect human rights and overcome discrimination in Australia
Local Government Launceston City Council Children's Week Awards
The Awards are presented annually during Children's Week by Launceston City Council. They recognise individuals, groups or organisations for outstanding contributions to the needs, welfare and interests of children
Local Government Launceston City Council grants and awards
Details of the range of awards, grants and scholarships regularly offered by Launceston City Council (links to application forms as available)
Local Government Launceston City Council: Bursary and University Scholarship
Details and application forms for the Council's Bursary (for study at Tasmanian Polytechnic, Skills Institute or Australian Technical College in Launceston) and for the University Scholarship
State Government Linton Kerber Memorial Scholarship
Details of the scholarship named in honour of Sport and Recreation Client Manager Linton Kerber, awarded to support the development of sport and recreation planning knowledge and expertise within Tasmania
Commonwealth Government McKell Medal
National award for excellence and achievement in natural resource management. Includes information on past winners, nomination and selection criteria, and biographical details of Sir William McKell
Commonwealth Government National Awards for Excellence in School Music Education
Funded under the Australian Government Quality Teacher Programme, the award aims to raise the status of music education in Australian schools, to recognise the outstanding contributions of individual teachers and schools, and to provide opportunities for recipients to further their professional learning
State Government Nursing scholarships (DHHS)
Department of Health and Human Services information on the broad range of nursing and midwifery scholarships that currently exist, with details of how to apply
Commonwealth Government Prime Minister's Literary Awards
The annual Awards celebrate the contribution of Australian literature to the nation's cultural and intellectual life. A prize is awarded to works judged to be of the highest literary merit in the categories of adult fiction and non-fiction, young adult fiction, and children's fiction
Commonwealth Government Prime Minister's Prizes for Science
Details of the annual science prizes which are a national tribute to excellence and dedication in Australian science, and Australian science teaching. Includes details of current and previous winners, and the nomination process
State Government RBF Department of Education Awards Program
Details of the Awards to recognise and reward Department of Education staff who are demonstrating excellence in their work. Links to guidelines, application forms and frequently asked questions
Commonwealth Government Science and Innovation Awards for Young People in Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry
Details of the Australian Government awards which aim to support young people between the ages of 18 and 35 years to undertake a project on an innovative or emerging scientific issue that will contribute to the advancement of Australia's agricultural, fisheries, and forestry industries. Downloadable Application Forms as available
Commonwealth Government Science grants and awards
Australian Government web site providing access to details of a range of science grant and award programs administered by the Department of Innovation, Industry, Science and Research (includes registration information)
State Government State Library and Archives Trust
The Trust acts to administer property acquired by gift, bequest, or devise. It administers the Sir John Morris Memorial Trust Fund, which supports professional training and development of library and archives workers. Guidelines and a printable application form for Trust Fund grants and travelling scholarships are available
State Government Tasmania Book Prizes
Details of three biennial prizes celebrating Tasmanian literature: the Tasmania Book Prize, for best book with Tasmanian content; the Margaret Scott Prize, for best book by a Tasmanian writer; and, the University of Tasmania Prize, for best book by a Tasmanian publisher
State Government Tasmanian Awards for Environmental Excellence (TAEE)
Details of the annual Awards, which recognise contributions to better environmental management in Tasmania
State Government Tasmanian Export Awards
Details of the annual Tasmanian Export Awards which recognise excellence in exporting by Tasmanian enterprises. Links to past winners and application forms as available
State Government Tasmanian Institute of Sport (TIS)
The TIS assists Tasmania's athletes to achieve excellence through the provision of high quality athletic and coaching services. Its website provides information on its operations, programs, scholarships and publications, as well as events and results information for TIS suported athletes
State Government Tasmanian Institute of Sport: applying for a scholarship
Information on TIS individual scholarships which are available to athletes normally resident in Tasmania who are registered with a national or state sporting organisation
State Government Tasmanian Qualifications Authority Outstanding Achievement in VET Awards
The TQA's Outstanding Achievement in a Vocational Education and Training Program awards are given to students currently enrolled in a VET course at AQTF Certificate 1 or above, and who have made significant progress towards completing two years of post year 10 learning
State Government Tasmanian Sporting Hall of Fame
The Sporting Hall of Fame honours outstanding Tasmanian sportspeople who have represented their state and nation with distinction. Nominations are invited each year
State Government Tasmanian Training Awards
Details of the annual Awards, which reward and honour the achievements of apprentices, trainees, vocational students, employers, small businesses and training organisations. Links to guidelines and nomination forms as available
Other University of Tasmania: scholarships and bursaries
Scholarships Program gives outstanding students significant financial and academic support to study a wide range of disciplines at the University of Tasmania
Local Government Volunteer Recognition Awards
Details of Hobart City Council's annual awards recognizing volunteer organisations and workers within the Hobart municipal area
State Government WorkSafe Awards
The annual WorkSafe Tasmania awards recognise Tasmanian businesses, organisations and individuals who are leading the way in workplace health and safety. Includes links to guidelines and entry form when available

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