CEF Tim Fischer Fellowship 2026

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Tim Fischer Fellowship Application Form

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Personal details

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CEF Connection

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Eligibility

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Project Alignment to Fellowship Objectives

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About you

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This content could be used across our website and promotion of the Fellowship. (max 350 words)

Project Overview

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Must be no more than 350 words. If required please upload your project plan in the supporting documents section below.
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Must be no more than 200 words. Education element includes through communities, workplaces, youth, students or other educational contexts.
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Must be no more than 200 words. 
Must be a date. 
Must be a date. 

Project Plan and Impact

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Must be no more than 350 words. Describe the specific issue or need you want to address.
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Must be no more than 350 words. Briefly list (bullet points) the specific activities that will take place and where they will take place.
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Must be no more than 350 words. Is there a clear need, measurable impact and success metrics? Show understanding of rural and regional context and consider project sustainability; Demonstrate potential to influence services, policy or practice.
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Must be no more than 350 words. Outline clear and measurable indicators of success.
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Must be no more than 350 words. Explain how you will translate your insights to communicate the benefit for rural and regional communities.

Project Budget (Expenditure)

Please outline your project expenses in the expenditure table below.

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Must be a dollar amount. Enter the total amount to be expended on this budget item.
Add notes if you need to provide more context.

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Supporting Documents

Please submit a two minute video to outline your project, the education element and the impact this project will have on rural and regional communities.

TIP: Clearly explain how your idea/project came about, evidence of research, consultation or personal motivation. We recommend uploading to YouTube and selecting unlisted video.

Preference is link to "unlisted" YouTube video or an alternate URL that does not require a password to access.
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      A minimum of 1 file and a maximum of 3 files may be attached. e.g: CV, Resume, Project Plan or references

      Declaration

      I certify that I meet the Fellowship’s eligibility requirements and that the information provided in this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.

      This application reflects my own work, aspirations and experiences. If awarded the Tim Fischer Fellowship, I will serve as a positive ambassador for regional and rural Australia and actively share the knowledge, insights and opportunities gained for the benefit of my community and sector.

       

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