Deadline: 30 September 2015
Royal Agriculture Society of NSW (RAS) is seeking applications for its JB Fairfax Award for Rural Journalism in Australia to encourage university students to pursue a career in rural journalism upon graduation.
Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) has been an influential force in the direction and development of Australian agriculture through competitions, education and events.
Award Information
- The Award includes a scholarship of up to $10,000.
- A practical work experience at Rural Press and the Sydney Royal Easter Show will also be provided.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant must:
- Be enrolled to study in any undergraduate or postgraduate degree of relevance to rural affairs at an approved Australian education provider.
- Submit a Feature article on one of the following topics:
- How should farmers mitigate against the drought?
- How should we make Canberra politicians more involved in rural and regional policies?
- Is agriculture secure, through quarantine, of imported pests and diseases?
- The feature article must be up to 1,200 words, be written to publication standard and includes a minimum of four information sources.
- Submit a News article or Blog Post: write a strong news article or blog post relating to Australian agriculture, of up to 600 words. Please include a minimum of three sources including one primary producer. The article must be original and not previously published.
- Demonstrate an active interest in rural affairs and in pursuing a career in rural journalism upon graduation.
- Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
- Be aged 30 years or under.
How to apply
Interested applicants must fill the application forms online via given the website.
For more information, please visit JB Fairfax Award.
