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Writing a winning TIP application

Education
For over 33 years, we’ve provided grants to educators across Victoria looking to do that ‘little bit extra’ for their students and school community.
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Realising and rewarding students’ full potential

Education
Bank First’s Victoria University scholarships and awards help students stay motivated, giving them the tools they need to build meaningful futures in education and healthcare.
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Welcome to all

Education
When you step onto the grounds of Quarry Hill Primary School in regional Victoria, you know you’re welcome. A Teaching Initiatives Program (TIP) 2025 grant has made sure of it!
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Little Yarra River guardians: Hands-on conservation

Education
Little Yarra Steiner School students are monitoring the health of Little Yarra River to learn how human activities impact waterways and preserve the river for future generations.
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Jacob’s journey to teaching: Year three

Education
Receiving the Bank First Indigenous Leaders Scholarship has given Jacob Bellingham the time and space to prioritise learning and make the most of his teaching placements.
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Breaking communication barriers with learning devices

Community
State Schools’ Relief’s iPad program gives students tools to communicate and engage in class and at home.
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Meet the students shaping tomorrow

Education
The next generation of educators are dedicated to shaping tomorrow, and they're making an impact from day one.
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Kew High School - Elise Dunstan Teacher of the Year and sponsor Bank First - Adrian Wilson

Leading the charge for eco excellence

Education
The ResourceSmart Schools Awards celebrate the sustainability triumphs of primary and secondary schools working together to realise a more sustainable future.
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Feeding futures with every box

Education
The One Box delivers fruit, vegetables and bread to families in need through schools and community hubs.
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Setting students up for success

Education
No student should be at a disadvantage before setting foot in the classroom, that’s why State Schools’ Relief provides the essentials that kids need to learn.
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Fuelling minds at lunchtime

Education
Bec Spink, Wirrigirri Primary School Principal, is introducing a school lunch program to ensure that every student has the nutrition needed to learn at their full potential.
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