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Financial support for country students impacted by drought to take part in camps and excursions

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In 2025, financial support is available for eligible students in country public schools to support participation in camps and excursions.

This initiative is part of the .

Applications are open until the allocated funding is exhausted, or until 31 December 2025.

Eligibility criteria

  • Students in financial need as a result of drought attending a country public school.
  • The camp or excursion must be linked to clearly identified learning objectives.
  • The camp or excursion must occur in 2025.
  • Up to $250 per student. Only one claim in 2025 can be made for each student.

Application process

  • Families are not required to apply directly.
  • Schools will apply for funding, and if successful, will advise families of student eligibility and will not charge them for the amount (up to $250) that may otherwise be required for the camp or excursion.

Country Education Team

Email: education.countrystrategy@sa.gov.au