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Country Education Foundation

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CEF Tim Fischer Fellowship 2026

Submissions are now open.

Submissions close 5:00pm 24 August 2026 (AEST).

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Grant Information

Contact Country Education Foundation

Phone: 02 6362 3162

Email: info@cef.org.au

Support hours: Mon–Fri 9:00AM–5:00PM AEST/AEDT (excl. national public holidays)

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Acknowledgement

In the spirit of reconciliation, CEF acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.