home tourism news business directory about us contact us Login

Latest News

Gippsland › Latest news › Russel Northe MLA

Overseas study tour open to students

Do you want to study Australia's wartime history at overseas locations? Read how you can apply, today.

By news@gippsland - 22nd April 2016 - Back to News

Students wishing to study Australia’s wartime history at overseas locations are encouraged to participate in the Victorian Government’s Spirit of ANZAC Prize.

Member for Morwell Russell Northe said students would be asked to consider the impacts World War I had on families of young soldiers.

"The Premier’s Spirit of Anzac Prize is a unique opportunity for students to participate in an overseas study tour to locations that are important to Australia’s wartime history, while also reflecting upon those Australians who serve our nation," Mr Northe said.

In addition to the overseas tour, a group of regional finalists will participate in a study tour to Canberra, where they will visit key sites of national significance including the Australian War Memorial.

Mr Northe said Lavalla Catholic College student, Isis Tyler, was one of 22 students selected for the tour of Gallipoli for ANZAC Day this year.

"Isis was the sixth Lavalla Catholic College representative to receive the opportunity of a lifetime of an overseas study tour," he said.

"Whilst St Pauls Anglican Grammar student, Lily Van Berkel, will visit the Australian War Memorial as part of the same program later this year."

Students can choose to study one of two themes:

What would it have been like to have grown up in a family directly affected by World War I? What was the impact on women? On the community? And most of all, on the expectations and responsibilities of young people your age; or
What do sources of evidence, including visual art and monuments, suggest about the experiences of the ANZACs during World War I?

Secondary school teachers are also invited to apply to become chaperones.

Applications close on September 23 this year.

For more information, visit www.dpc.vic.gov.au/soap

Media contact: 5133 9088

Office of Russell Northe MLA

Member for Morwell

Shadow Minister for Consumer Affairs

Shadow Minister for Liquor and Gaming Regulation

Russell Northe MLA

Source: www.gippsland.com
Published by: news@gippsland.com

Related Articles
Join our free Beninette Tour for behind-the-scenes access, event facilities insights, and booking information
Ever wondered what's really beyond the bricks at Berninneit? Thinking about hiring a space or curious about what's backstage? Join us for a free guided tour and get an insider's look at every space in Berninneit, in just half an hour.
Over 350 attended Youth Agritech Expo, experiencing hands-on innovation and future opportunities in modern farming industry
More than 350 people joined East Gippsland's Youth Agritech Expo, where students explored hands-on agricultural innovations, from drones to driverless tractors, sparking fresh excitement about farming's high-tech, diverse, and innovative future.
Wellington Shire Council invites open conversations on financial pressures impacting community services, roads, and facilities
Wellington Shire Council faces rising costs, rate caps, and funding pressures, yet remains committed to delivering essential services and urging government reform to better support regional communities into the future.
East Gippsland Shire invites community feedback on draft Open Space Strategy to protect parks, reserves and waterways
East Gippsland Shire Council is seeking community feedback on its draft Open Space Strategy, a long-term plan to improve parks, reserves, trails, and waterways, with consultation open until 1 October 2025.
Baw Baw Shire Council seeks community feedback on draft 10-year open space strategy for future planning
Baw Baw Shire Council invites feedback on its draft Open Space Strategy, shaping a 10-year plan to guide investment, protect natural spaces, and enhance community wellbeing. Consultation closes Friday 3 October 2025.

Care has been taken in compiling the component parts of this website. However, Gippsland.com does not warrant or represent that the website is free from errors or omissions, that the qualifications claimed by an advertiser are valid or that the published details of any advertiser are as stated on the website. Please review the full statement of our Terms and Conditions of Service and disclaimer.