Woombye Bank celebrates scholarship recipients
From left, Woombye Community Bank Director Stephen Marshall, Board Member Jill Kuramoto, scholarship recipients Lucy Spelman, Ruby Young and Abigail Heeks, Director Margaret Sweeney and Branch Manager Hayley Saunders. Absent: scholarship recipient Asher Clune.
Bendigo Community Bank Woombye has successfully awarded its inaugural scholarships to encourage local students to continue their education. The awards will provide funding to support senior high school or equivalent education. They were presented at a recent dinner, organized by the Bendigo Community Bank Woombye, to celebrate their achievement.
Board Member Jill Kuramoto said the awards were a testament to the successful students Asher Clune, Ruby Young, Abby Heeks and Lucy Spelman.
“We are delighted to be able to support these academically-motivated students, who have shown not only academic excellence but also strong community involvement and leadership.”
Recipients were selected based on scholarship criteria which considered community involvement and leadership roles, ensuring a well-rounded assessment of each candidate’s potential.
The Senior Scholarships, first introduced in 2024 for the 2025 academic year, are anticipated to become a cornerstone of community support. The dinner celebrated not only the students but also the broader commitment to nurturing future leaders in the region. Local educators and school staff have been instrumental in encouraging eligible students to apply and pursue higher education pathways.
Want to apply?
For further details on the scholarship criteria and application process for future programs, visit our funding page at: https://communitybankwoombye.smartygrants.com.au/ and scroll to the scholarship section. Alternatively contact the branch on 07 5442 1311. Scholarship applications for the 2026 academic year will open on 1st of August 2025 and close 30th September. The 2025 awards mark another successful chapter in Bendigo Community Bank Woombye’s long-standing dedication to empowering local youth through education.