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2025 Donor Impact Report Beyond the surface
Charles Sturt University respectfully acknowledges the past, present and future traditional owners and custodians of the lands on which we live and work together. We acknowledge the continuity of cultures, languages, leadership and knowledge systems. We pay respect to Elders within our First Nations communities and respect their culture and identity which has been a continuum with the land and sea for generations.
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Cover: A hippopotamus in the Limpopo River Basin, where Charles Sturt researchers are helping protect Africa’s vital freshwater ecosystems and the communities that depend on them. Read more on page 22.
Message from the Vice-Chancellor
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Director’s statement
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Because of you
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Opening doors to opportunity
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A journey full circle From veterinary student to scholarship donor
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Prescribing change close to home Strengthening regional healthcare through pharmacists
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A legacy of leadership and care - Travis Connell Supporting future accounting professionals
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Riverina roots, nursing futures A scholarship honouring generations of care
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Pride, belonging and opportunity Supporting LGBTIQA+ students in regional Australia
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Growing First Nations leadership Partnering for a more inclusive agricultural future
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Nourishing student success Supporting food security through philanthropy
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Rivers without borders Oppenheimer support advancing freshwater conservation across Africa
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PhD interns for regional challenges Fresh Thinking for Regional Challenges
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Caring for Country Scholarship rooted in culture and country
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Freedom to learn and grow Wagga Wagga RSL Sub-Branch scholarship support
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Education, recovery and renewal Supporting survivors of domestic violence
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Pathways into rehabilitation practice Expanding placement opportunities for OT students
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A Legacy that endures
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2025 through the lens
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New donor scholarships 2024
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Thank you Much of what philanthropy makes possible happens beyond the surface. It can be found in opportunities created for students, in research undertaken in places both close to home and across the globe, and in communities strengthened through education, knowledge and connection. The Charles Sturt University Foundation is grateful to every donor whose generosity has contributed to these outcomes throughout 2025. Each gift reflects a belief in the potential of people and the value of education and research. Together, these contributions support students facing barriers, advance important discoveries, enhance learning environments and help build a more resilient future for regional communities. The impact of giving is rarely confined to a single moment. It grows over time, influencing lives, families and communities in ways that are often unseen, but deeply felt. Thank you for being part of this story. Your support is creating opportunities today and laying foundations for tomorrow. 2
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Message from the Vice-Chancellor Building stronger futures through partnership Universities exist to create knowledge, expand opportunity and contribute to the betterment of society. At Charles Sturt University, that responsibility has always been closely connected to the communities we serve. Throughout this report are stories that demonstrate what can be achieved when education, research, industry and philanthropy come together around a shared purpose. While each story is different, together they point to something larger: a collective investment in stronger communities, greater opportunity and a more sustainable future. The challenges facing regional Australia are significant. Access to healthcare, workforce shortages, environmental sustainability, food security and social inclusion continue to shape the lives of individuals and communities across our regions. These challenges cannot be addressed by any one organisation alone. They require collaboration, innovation and a willingness to invest in long-term solutions. That is why partnerships matter. The support highlighted in this report helps create pathways into healthcare professions, strengthens agricultural leadership, advances environmental research, supports student wellbeing and contributes to knowledge that reaches far beyond our campuses. It enables Charles Sturt to remain deeply connected to the people and places it serves while continuing to deliver education and research that creates meaningful impact. Importantly, these investments generate benefits that extend well beyond individual recipients. When a student is supported to complete their degree, communities gain future healthcare professionals, teachers, scientists, business leaders and innovators. When research is supported, new knowledge can improve industries, strengthen environmental stewardship and inform
solutions to complex challenges. When barriers to participation are reduced, regional communities become stronger and more resilient. The stories within these pages reflect the values that have long defined Charles Sturt: inclusion, opportunity, curiosity and service. They demonstrate the power of collective effort and the importance of maintaining ambitious aspirations for regional Australia and the communities we call home. On behalf of Charles Sturt University, thank you to every individual, organisation and community partner whose support contributes to this shared vision. Together, we are helping ensure that education, research and opportunity continue to create lasting benefit for current and future generations.
Professor Renée Leon Vice-Chancellor Charles Sturt University 2025 Donor Impact Report
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Meet the team Sarah Ansell
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Carly Evans
Justin Williams
Stacey Fish
Craig Trethowen
Kirstie Grady
Aimee Cook
Director’s statement A community investing in possibility Every scholarship awarded, every research project supported and every opportunity created begins with a simple act of generosity. This report celebrates those acts and the remarkable community of donors, partners and supporters who make them possible. In 2025, supporters of the Charles Sturt Foundation helped raise more than $9.4 million, establishing new scholarships, supporting important research, strengthening student wellbeing initiatives and creating opportunities for people across the regions we serve. Behind every dollar is a belief in the power of education and a commitment to helping others succeed. Throughout these pages are stories that highlight the many ways our donor community creates impact. Alumni such as Matthew Muir and Teresa Cochrane have chosen to give back to the institution that helped shape their own journeys. Industry partners including Elders, Hume Bank, RehabCo and Simplot have invested in students, communities and future workforce capability. Families have established scholarships that honour loved ones and preserve values that deserve to endure for generations. Foundations, community organisations, volunteers and staff donors have all contributed to a growing culture of philanthropy that is helping create opportunity where it is needed most. Importantly, these contributions are not measured only in dollars. They are measured in confidence
gained, barriers removed, aspirations realised and communities strengthened. Some gifts support a student through a difficult period. Others help create pathways into professions that are critical to regional Australia. Some advance research that tackles complex environmental and social challenges. Together, they form a powerful network of support that extends far beyond our campuses. The growth we have experienced this year reflects the trust that our donors place in Charles Sturt and in the potential of our students and researchers. It is a trust we value deeply and never take for granted. On behalf of the Advancement Office, the Charles Sturt Foundation Trust and the many students, researchers and communities who benefit from your support, thank you. This report belongs to our donor community. It is your generosity, vision and belief in others that make these stories possible.
With gratitude,
Sarah Ansell Director of Advancement CEO Charles Sturt Foundation Trust
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Because of you Your generosity transforms potential into achievement and opens doors to education for students across regional Australia and beyond.
It starts with you Donors People investing in potential
Scholarships Opening doors to education
Students Empowered to learn and achieve
Graduates Creating brighter futures
Communities Stronger regional Australia 6
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The difference you make
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$2.97M
42%
1 in 17
scholarships and prizes awarded
awarded in scholarships and prizes to students
recipients from low socio-economic backgrounds
First Nations students received Foundationsupported scholarships
Investing in potential across all backgrounds
Relieving financial pressure and supporting success
Opening doors for those who need it most
Building a more inclusive future together
Growing opportunities for our most vulnerable students
+68% scholarships for low socio-economic students More students from low socio-economic backgrounds supported
1 in 22
students from low SES backgrounds received Foundation support
+80% more graduates had received Foundation scholarship support That is 1 in 36 - up from 1 in 65 in 2024
Compared with 1 in 46 in 2024
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Opening doors to opportunity 1 in 36
graduates supported by a Foundation scholarship
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Your generosity opens doors to education, overcomes disadvantage and helps students achieve their goals
$9.43M
active community donors creating opportunity
raised to fund future scholarships, research and community impact
Almost doubling our community within 12 months
Turning generosity into real impact, an increase off 32% from 2024
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more new donors joined in 2025 than in 2024 an increase of 110%
382 77% $9.7M
staff donors supporting students 31% more Charles Sturt staff making a difference
more bequests to create future impact
in confirmed future bequests
(not yet realised)
40 more legacies to live on
Future impact, thoughtfully planned
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A scholarship that helped keep a dream alive After a two-year break from university, Emily made the decision to return and complete her degree. It was not an easy road back. As a sole parent raising three children, Emily was rebuilding her life while working full-time and managing the demands of study. Returning to university was about more than earning a qualification. It was about creating new opportunities for her family and proving to herself that she could keep moving forward despite the challenges she had faced. The year brought its share of obstacles. Alongside the transition back into study, Emily was balancing the responsibilities of parenting on her own while managing her own wellbeing. Financial pressure was a constant concern, particularly when compulsory intensive study blocks required travel and time away from work. Support through a donor-funded scholarship eased some of that burden. The funding allowed Emily to reduce her working hours and helped cover the travel and accommodation costs needed to attend on-campus intensives. Just as importantly, it gave her the confidence
“The scholarship gave me the space to focus on learning and to reconnect with my studies after time away from university.”
to keep going at a time when the competing demands of work, study and family life often felt overwhelming. The scholarship created space for Emily to focus on learning and reconnect with her studies after time away from university. It enabled her to continue building the skills and knowledge she hopes to use in a career supporting others through difficult times. Today, Emily remains committed to completing her degree while balancing family, work and study. Her story is a reminder that educational success is often made possible through the support of others. Through the generosity of donors, students like Emily can overcome barriers that might otherwise place higher education out of reach, creating stronger futures for themselves, their families and their communities. This story reflects the real experience of a 2025 scholarship recipient. Some personal details have been changed or omitted to protect the student's privacy.
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Pictured: Dr Matthew Muir with the inaugural Lyka Scholarship for Preventative Veterinary Care recipients, Amy Wels and Patrick Davis.
From veterinary student to scholarship donor:
Matthew Muir’s journey comes full circle When Dr Matthew Muir graduated as part of the inaugural veterinary cohort at Charles Sturt University in 2010, he could not have known how widely his career would range, or how deeply he would remain connected to the place where it began. 10
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Studying veterinary science at Wagga Wagga appealed to Matthew because it offered more than a single career path. It combined a love of animals, an interest in health sciences and the chance to work closely with people from many walks of life. That breadth would shape what came next. His early years were spent in rural Australia, followed by mixed animal practice in the United Kingdom and emergency veterinary work in London. Returning home,
Matthew moved into integrative veterinary medicine, working with companion animals and zoo species. Each step broadened his understanding of animal health and the systems that support it.
“Preventive care is one of the most powerful tools we have to improve animal health and wellbeing.”
In 2018, Matthew co-founded Lyka Pet Food, combining his veterinary expertise with a commitment to - Dr Matthew Muir, improving the wellbeing of pets and Charles Sturt the planet. Lyka produces fresh pet Alumnus and Lyka food designed to support long term animal health, while also paying Co-Founder close attention to how ingredients are sourced and produced. In 2025, the company’s work was recognised with the Telstra Best of Business National Sustainability Award, selected from Above: Dr Matthew Muir with Sarah Ansell, CEO of the Charles Sturt Foundation Trust, at the more than 22,000 entries. Scholarship ceremony in Wagga Wagga. For Matthew, the award reflected years of careful decisions rather than a single moment of success. It acknowledged the possibility of doing business in a way that supports animal wellbeing, environmental responsibility and viable agriculture at the same time. That same thinking now guides his philanthropy. Through Lyka, Matthew has established the Lyka Scholarship for Preventive Veterinary Care at Charles Sturt University. The scholarship supports senior veterinary students with a strong interest in small animal health and evidence based nutrition, easing financial pressure at a demanding stage of their degree. By creating space for study, research and hands on clinical learning, the scholarship helps students focus on preventive care as a foundation of better animal health.
“Preventive care is one of the most powerful tools we have to improve animal health and wellbeing,” Matthew has said. “By supporting students at this stage of their training, we hope to give future veterinarians the time, confidence and capability to apply science led care that makes a real difference.” For Charles Sturt, the scholarship reflects the strength of alumni who return not only with success, but with a desire to invest in others. For Matthew, it is a way of closing the circle. The education that once opened doors for him is now helping shape the next generation of veterinarians, grounded in regional communities, curious about the world, and committed to a more sustainable future. 2025 Donor Impact Report
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Prescribing change, close to home Strengthening regional health care through pharmacists Across regional New South Wales, access to timely primary health care remains a daily challenge. Long waits for appointments, stretched general practices and the distance many families travel for basic care all place pressure on communities and clinicians alike. Yet one healthcare professional is often available close to home: the local pharmacist. As pharmacists take on expanded prescribing responsibilities across Australia, they will be able to diagnose and treat a range of common health conditions, helping patients receive timely care when they need it. For regional communities, the shift brings real opportunity but also an immediate challenge: ensuring pharmacists can access the training needed to step into these expanded roles without leaving the places that rely on them most. Charles Sturt University has responded by developing the Graduate Certificate in Advanced Pharmacy Practice, a course shaped deliberately around the realities of regional practice. Grounded in the University’s longstanding regional pharmacy footprint, the program was created to meet new legislative requirements while keeping pharmacists embedded in their communities.
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Delivered online with short intensives, the course is designed for working professionals in regional, rural and remote areas. It allows pharmacists to build advanced clinical assessment and prescribing skills without stepping away from their patients or relocating for study. For communities facing persistent GP shortages, this translates to quicker access to care for conditions such as uncomplicated urinary tract infections, contraception resupply and minor skin conditions, with further conditions expected to be added as scope continues to expand. The impact extends beyond individual consultations. Pharmacists trained close to home are better positioned to support continuity of care, reduce pressure on general practices and hospitals, and improve medication safety.
Over time, this contributes to stronger local health systems and a workforce equipped for the evolving demands of regional care. Equity sits at the heart of the program’s design. Financial and geographic barriers have historically prevented many pharmacists from undertaking advanced training. Alongside the course, scholarships and industry partnerships are being developed to ensure regional pharmacists, including those in smaller and more remote towns, are not left behind as the profession evolves. For pharmacists,upskilling is not only about career progression, but about responding to community need and shaping the future of primary care where it is needed most. For patients and families, the ripple effect is practical and immediate: care that is closer, faster and grounded in trusted local relationships. However, the pharmacists who stand to make the greatest difference are often those who face the greatest barriers to further study. The cost of postgraduate education, combined with the realities of working in smaller regional communities, can place advanced training out of reach for many pharmacists. Without support, some communities risk missing out on the benefits of expanded prescribing services altogether.
Philanthropic investment will help regional pharmacists access advanced prescribing education without leaving the communities they serve. Philanthropic support helps ensure regional communities are not left waiting. By backing access to advanced training, donors are supporting pharmacists to upskill where they live and work, strengthening local health care and improving access for patients close to home. It is a shared investment in people, place and a more resilient future for regional health.
If you can help train the next generation of regional pharmacist prescribers, please contact us.
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Honouring a life of leadership and care A new legacy scholarship is supporting regional accounting students and carrying forward the values Travis Connell lived by In 2026, the first Travis Connell Legacy Accounting Scholarship will be awarded to a Bachelor of Accounting student studying on campus at Albury Wodonga. The scholarship was created to honour the life and values of Travis Connell, a much‑loved member of the Albury community whose leadership, generosity and energy left a lasting imprint on those around him. For many regional students, the path to a professional career begins with small but significant steps. The financial demands of study, accommodation and reduced work hours can weigh heavily, especially for those who want to remain in their local community while completing their degree. This scholarship eases that pressure, offering $5,000 to support a student who shows the same perseverance, dedication and commitment to others that defined Travis’s life. 14
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The scholarship recognises more than academic achievement. It encourages students to think deeply about how their skills and future careers can strengthen their communities. For students in accounting, this connection between professional practice and community wellbeing is critical. Accountants often play a quiet but vital role in helping regional businesses grow, supporting families to navigate financial decisions and contributing to the economic health of their towns.
Pictured: Lauren Connell wife of Travis Connell, Ross Dixon RSM Albury Business Partner and Friend of Travis Connell with Carly Evans, Associate Director Advancement.
Travis believed strongly in lifting others and investing in people. His legacy lives on in the colleagues he mentored, the friends he encouraged and the community he helped strengthen. This scholarship extends that impact to a new generation of students who are setting out on their own professional journey. His wife, Lauren Connell, reflects on the heart behind the scholarship. “Trav’s dedication and belief that a business’s greatest asset is its people led him to continually invest in the development of both his staff and himself. His professional
legacy lives on through those he coached and mentored. This scholarship is an extension of that legacy, continuing his commitment to supporting and encouraging the next generation of accountants to pursue their goals, something he would have been incredibly proud of.” As a long‑term legacy scholarship, the program is designed to grow alongside the region it serves. Each future recipient will carry forward a small part of Travis’s leadership, generosity and belief in the potential of others. In doing so, they help strengthen the professional fabric of Albury Wodonga and honour the values of a man who gave so much to his community. 2025 Donor Impact Report
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Honouring generations of care
A new nursing scholarship rooted in Riverina resilience In late 2025, Charles Sturt University announced the establishment of the Denise Benbow Nursing Scholarship, a long-term gift created to honour two women whose quiet service shaped lives across the Riverina. The scholarship was made possible through a one-time corpus donation from Denise Roberts, in tribute to her mother, Denise Benbow, and grandmother, Margaret Boyton. It will support nursing students who are facing financial hardship and who demonstrate a commitment to care through lived experience.
Margaret was known locally as “Nurse Boyton” for her ability to treat childhood illnesses with compassion and homegrown remedies. Her neighbours relied on her in times of need, and she always answered the call. Margarets work was a living example of the types of people our regional communities rely on.
Born in Wagga Wagga in 1946, Denise Benbow followed in the footsteps of her maternal grandmother, Margaret, who became a trusted caregiver during the Great Depression.
Inspired by this legacy, Denise Roberts created the scholarship to support future generations of nurses. It is a tribute to the strength and service of women like Margaret, and a belief that supporting one student can uplift many lives to come.
“In times of hardship, care is often what holds communities together. This scholarship is a way to keep that care alive.” - Justin Williams, Manager of Development, Charles Sturt University
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The scholarship will be awarded from 2026 and is open to full-time Bachelor of Nursing students in any year of study. This gift reflects Charles Sturt’s mission to strengthen regional health and education, and to honour the lived experience of those who serve their communities. It also recognises the enduring role of women in shaping care across generations.
Affirming pride and belonging Supporting LGBTIQA+ students in regional Australia To celebrate National Coming Out Day and Pride History Month, Charles Sturt University hosted an inspirational online discussion featuring the Hon. Dr Michael Kirby AC CMG to launch a new scholarship supporting LGBTIQA+ students. The event marked a significant moment in the University’s commitment to equity, inclusion and regional empowerment. Dr Kirby, a former Justice of the High Court of Australia and one of the country’s most respected human rights advocates, shared his personal coming out journey during the webinar. His reflections on courage, resilience and belonging resonated deeply with attendees and helped frame the importance of the new scholarship. The Hon Michael Kirby AC Empowerment Scholarship was developed by Charles Sturt University’s Ally Network in partnership with the Charles Sturt Foundation. It was designed to support LGBTIQA+ students in regional Australia, helping them overcome barriers to education and thrive in environments where belonging is not always guaranteed. The scholarship launch was informed by research conducted in 2024 by Charles Sturt’s Dr Clifford Lewis and Professor Suzanne McLaren. Their Australian
Regional Rainbow Survey found that LGBTIQA+ people living in rural areas experience significantly higher levels of discrimination and lower feelings of belonging compared to those in metropolitan centres. A live fundraising drive during the event raised more than $5,000, with every dollar going directly to the scholarship fund. The response from staff, alumni and community members reflected strong support for the initiative and a shared commitment to creating safer, more inclusive spaces for students. The scholarship’s establishment was a quiet but powerful act of solidarity. It affirmed the value of lived experience and the importance of visibility, especially in regional communities where support can be harder to find. S upport this scholarship here. 2025 Donor Impact Report
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Partnering for a more inclusive agricultural future Elders and Charles Sturt unite to champion First Nations leadership in agriculture Charles Sturt University and Elders Limited are partnering to create life-changing opportunities for First Nations students and strengthen the agriculture sector’s sustainability.
“Partnering with Charles Sturt University will elevate Elders’ engagement with cuttingedge agricultural research.” — Mr Mark Allison, Managing Director and CEO, Elders Limited 18
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Charles Sturt University welcomed the Elders Limited Board of Directors to its Wagga Wagga campus in April, marking a significant step forward in a new partnership focused on agricultural innovation and inclusion. The visit followed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding in March, which formalised a shared commitment to advancing sustainability, education and industry collaboration. At the heart of the visit was the launch of the Elders AgriPathways Scholarships, designed to support First Nations students pursuing agricultural degrees. With only a handful of First Nations graduates in agriculture nationally each year, the scholarships aim to address a longstanding gap and foster a more diverse and representative agricultural workforce.
Two scholarships, each valued at $24,000, will be awarded to students studying agriculture-related degrees at Charles Sturt. The initiative is part of Elders’ broader support for the University’s First Nations Pathways Program, which seeks to build aspiration and provide tailored support for First Nations students. Charles Sturt Chancellor Dr Michele Allan, AO, said the partnership reflects the University’s commitment to shaping the future of Australian agriculture through collaboration and innovation. “Our cutting-edge infrastructure and industry-led research are driving innovation in agriculture, and this visit highlights the important role our University plays in shaping a sustainable and productive future for the sector.”
Elders Managing Director and CEO Mr Mark Allison said the collaboration will strengthen Elders’ service offerings and support Australian farmers to engage with emerging BioSolutions. “Partnering with the independent and scientific expertise of Charles Sturt University will elevate Elders’ engagement with cutting-edge agricultural research.” The Elders Board toured key research facilities, including the Feedlot of the Future and the Rhyzolysimeter, and were introduced to the BioSolutions Innovation and Knowledge Hub, managed by Charles Sturt’s AgriPark. The Hub will serve as a bridge between research and real-world application, with a focus on sustainability and productivity. Charles Sturt Foundation Trust CEO Ms Sarah Ansell said the scholarships represent more than financial support.
“Collaborations like this ensure our work remains relevant, applied, and deeply connected to the future needs of the agricultural sector.” — Sarah Ansell, CEO Charles Sturt Foundation Trust “It’s about creating opportunities, fostering diversity and empowering the next generation of leaders in agriculture.” With applications now open and a second intake planned for September 2026, the partnership between Elders and Charles Sturt is already creating pathways for First Nations students and strengthening the future of regional agriculture.
Pictured (from left): Justin Williams, Manager of Development, Chancellor Dr Michele Allan AO present Chair of Elders Board Mr Ian Wilton and CEO and Managing Director of Elders Board Mr Mark Allison with a Donor appreciation certificate.
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Supporting students with food security Simplot Bathurst’s donation strengthens the Student Food Pantry Charles Sturt University’s Bathurst campus has received a generous boost to its Student Food Pantry thanks to a $5,000 donation and more than $10,000 of tinned food from Simplot Australia’s Bathurst site. The contribution will help meet growing demand for food relief among students facing financial hardship. 20
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The Student Food Pantry provides free groceries and household essentials to students across Charles Sturt’s six main campuses. In Bathurst, more than 100 students access the service each week, many living on food budgets of just $50 to $80. Rising living costs and limited access to support programs—particularly for international students—have made food insecurity a pressing concern. Pictured (from left): Manager of Development, Mr Justin Williams; Simplot Bathurst Plant Director Mr Glenn Commins; Manager Student Connections, Mr Matthew McGill; Student Food Pantry, Paramedicine student Ms Isabelle Slade; and Student Representation and Clubs Officer, Ms Alexandra Cary. Location: Student Food Pantry, Charles Sturt, Bathurst.
“Partnering with Charles Sturt University allows us to invest in the future of our community and we’re proud to stand behind initiatives like the Student Food Pantry.” - Mr Glenn Commins, Plant Director, Simplot Bathurst
Charles Sturt Advancement Manager of Development Mr Justin Williams said the donation from Simplot Bathurst will make a tangible difference. “The Student Food Pantry is a vital service and community support like this helps us continue to provide essential resources to those who need it most.” The Simplot Bathurst site has been part of the local community for nearly a century, producing food under iconic Australian brands such as Edgell, Birds Eye and Chiko. “Partnering with Charles Sturt University allows us to invest in the future of our community and we’re proud to stand behind initiatives like the
Student Food Pantry.” With each campus spending up to $1,000 per week on groceries. Mr Williams said the Charles Sturt Foundation welcomes both financial and in-kind donations to help meet growing student needs. “Every contribution makes a meaningful difference.”
See your impact in action The Foundation is calling on the community to help ensure the Student Food Pantry can continue to support students in need. Donations can be made via the Advancement Office’s Give Now web page.
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Rivers of life, shared across continents A new partnership brings Australian expertise to African freshwater conservation
“This partnership allows us to codevelop solutions that are grounded in science and shaped by the needs of communities who depend on these rivers.” -Associate Professor Gordon O’Brien, Gulbali Institute 22
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Freshwater ecosystems in Sub-Saharan Africa are among the most biologically diverse and ecologically vital in the world. They are also among the most vulnerable. As development accelerates across the region, rivers, lakes, wetlands and estuaries face increasing pressure from pollution, climate change and unsustainable resource use. Millions of people depend on these systems for food, water, cultural practices and livelihoods. Yet conservation efforts have struggled to keep pace. In 2025, Charles Sturt University’s Gulbali Institute joined forces with Oppenheimer Generations Research and Conservation (OGRC) to launch the Sustainable African Rivers Initiative (SARI). This landmark partnership brings together researchers, conservationists and communities to protect freshwater ecosystems and the people who rely on them. SARI is supported by the Benjamin Raymond Oppenheimer Trust, which has funded the appointment of a dedicated Research Chair. Under the leadership of Associate Professor Gordon O’Brien, a freshwater ecologist based at Charles Sturt, the initiative is building a research network that spans continents. It includes partners from North West University, University of Mpumalanga, South African National Parks, and stakeholders from the Limpopo River Basin. The program officially launched in March 2025 on the Sabi River in Kruger National Park, where partners gathered to witness the challenges firsthand and commit to collaborative
action. From its base in Mbombela, South Africa, and a newly established laboratory in White River, SARI is already conducting applied research in aquatic ecology, fisheries, ecotoxicology, ecosystem services and social science. Associate Professor O’Brien said the initiative was built on shared challenges and opportunities between African and Australian inland rivers. “This partnership allows us to co-develop solutions that are grounded in science and shaped by the needs of communities who depend on these rivers,” he said. The Gulbali Institute’s expertise in sustainable water management and regional research makes it a natural partner in this work. The collaboration reflects Charles Sturt’s mission to serve the public good through research that strengthens regional resilience and sustainability. SARI is designed to inform transboundary water management and provide knowledge to governments, conservation bodies and local communities. It also offers opportunities for postgraduate students and early-career researchers to contribute to real-world conservation efforts. As the program grows, it will continue to build bridges between science and community, between continents and cultures, and between the urgent needs of today and the long-term sustainability of tomorrow.
“Rivers are the lifeblood of ecosystems and agriculture. When they thrive, biodiversity flourishes and communities benefit.” -Gulbali Institute and OGRC joint statement 2025 Donor Impact Report
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Fresh thinking for regional challenges Many Charles Sturt University supporters share a commitment to strengthening regional Australia. One way to do that is by partnering with the next generation of researchers through a PhD internship. A PhD internship connects a doctoral candidate with an organisation to tackle a real-world challenge or opportunity over three to six months. Each project is co-designed to address the priorities of the host organisation while giving emerging researchers valuable industry experience. From agriculture and environmental management to health, education, business and cyber security, organisations can gain access to specialised research expertise, fresh perspectives and evidence-based solutions to complex problems. At the same time, host organisations play an important role in developing future researchers and industry leaders.
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As one industry partner reflected, the program provided "an injection of new ideas and approaches into a project within limited time, allowing us to investigate options not available to us otherwise." For supporters involved in business, community organisations or professional networks, hosting a PhD intern offers an opportunity to drive innovation, solve local challenges and create lasting benefits for regional communities.
To learn more about hosting a PhD internship, contact the Office of Graduate Research.
Scholarship rooted in culture and country Alumna’s gift supports First Nations students to lead in environmental science Charles Sturt University has welcomed the establishment of the Caring for Country – First Nations Scholarship, a new philanthropic initiative led by alumna and current PhD student Teresa Cochrane. The scholarship supports undergraduate and Honours students pursuing environmental science careers, with a preference for First Nations applicants.
“I’ve always known that as soon as I got to a place where I could give back, I would start a scholarship to help other students.” — Teresa Cochrane, Charles Sturt alumna and PhD student
Teresa, a proud Dunghutti Gumbaynggirr woman from Hat Head on the NSW coast, was the first in her family to attend university. She began her studies in social work before realising her calling lay in environmental advocacy. Now undertaking a PhD, Teresa has drawn on her lived experience to create a scholarship that reflects her values and cultural connection to Country.
Teresa’s journey through university was shaped by the support of scholarships. She has spoken openly about relying on financial aid to continue her studies, and her decision to give back reflects a deep commitment to equity and community.
“Being First Nations played a big part in me wanting to study environmental science. The more I study, the more in tune I feel with my culture,” she said in an earlier interview.
“I’ve always known that as soon as I got to a place where I could give back, I would start a scholarship to help other students,” she shared on LinkedIn.
The scholarship is open to students who aspire to work with Country and Indigenous methodologies, regardless of background. It aims to support those who are integrating First Nations ecological knowledge into their academic and professional practice.
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Scholarship opened doors to study and global experience Wagga Wagga RSL Sub-Branch support provided freedom to learn and grow When Lachlan Curr began his Bachelor of Agricultural Business Management at Charles Sturt University in 2020, the world was entering lockdown. Studying from his family’s farm in Trundle, New South Wales, Lachlan faced the challenge of balancing academic demands with farm work during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Wagga Wagga RSL Sub-Branch Scholarship, awarded in his first year, became pivotal in contributing to his study success. It allowed him to reduce his study load and adapt to online study. Valued at $5,000, the scholarship not only eased financial pressure, it gave Lachlan something even more valuable: flexibility.
That flexibility allowed Lachlan to shape his own path. After returning to campus in 2021, he realised there were other ways to achieve his goals. He chose to resume online study while working and travelling internationally, an opportunity made possible because the scholarship removed financial stress. “The scholarship gave me peace of mind,” Lachlan says. “It helped me continue learning while studying online and later while travelling to gain international experience. Having the means to support myself made a big difference.” Lachlan explored agricultural practices in Canada and the United States, completing an internship with Cargill Canada and scouting crops in Northern Alberta. These experiences gave him insights into global farming systems that will inform his future in Australian agriculture.
“The scholarship gave me peace of mind. It helped me continue learning while I was studying online and later while travelling.” - Lachlan Curr, scholarship recipient
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Pictured (from left): Director of the Charles Sturt Advancement Office and CEO of the Charles Sturt Foundation Trust Ms Sarah Ansell, representative of the Wagga Wagga RSL SubBranch scholarship Mr Rod Cooper, graduate Mr Lachlan Curr, and Mr Ron Batcheldor also from the Wagga Wagga RSL Sub-Branch.
In April 2025, Lachlan graduated alongside more than 1,600 students across six campuses, at the Faculty of Science and Health ceremony in Wagga Wagga. He was celebrated by his family, along with members of the Wagga Sub Branch, demonstrating the extent of the support he has received.
“We were honoured to support Lachlan,” Mr Cooper says. “Seeing the opportunities he’s embraced shows the real impact of these scholarships. We look forward to Lachlan making his mark in Australian agriculture.”
Since 2019, the Wagga Wagga RSL Sub-Branch has awarded ten scholarships to support returned service personnel or their families in pursuing higher education. Sub-Branch President Rod Cooper says meeting Lachlan and his family was a reminder of why this program matters.
For Lachlan, the scholarship didn’t just fund his studies, it gave him the freedom to learn his way, explore the world, and bring that knowledge home. His journey is a testament to how donor support can transform education into opportunity.
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Creating space for recovery and renewal Supporting survivors of domestic violence to pursue education with dignity In May 2025, Charles Sturt University and Hume Bank formalised a new partnership to support students affected by domestic violence. The agreement established a $5,000 scholarship to assist a student who has experienced significant personal hardship and is using education as a pathway to rebuild. The scholarship was awarded following a review of existing applications, with Charles Sturt identifying a student whose story reflected resilience, determination and a commitment to personal growth. To protect their privacy, the recipient’s identity will remain confidential. The funds are available for use in any way that supports the student’s study and wellbeing, including accommodation, technology, food, transport or counselling. The scholarship will continue to support the student through to 2026. 28
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Craig Trethowen, Development Officer at Charles Sturt, said the scholarship was about more than financial assistance. “This scholarship represents more than financial support. It’s a message to survivors that they are not alone,” he said.
“It’s about creating opportunity, dignity and hope for those who need those things most.” - Stephen Capello, CEO, Hume Bank
“At Charles Sturt University, we believe in the power of education to transform lives, and through this partnership with Hume Bank, we’re proud to stand beside those rebuilding their futures with strength and resilience.”
Domestic and family violence continues to affect individuals across regional Australia, often with long-term impacts on education, employment and wellbeing. Scholarships like this one offer practical support and affirm the dignity and agency of survivors.
Hume Bank CEO Stephen Capello echoed the importance of the initiative.
Charles Sturt and Hume Bank encourage survivors to explore available resources and opportunities.
“We are proud to support this scholarship and help remove barriers for those affected by domestic violence,” he said. “It’s about creating opportunity, dignity and hope for those who need those things most.”
If you or someone you know is affected by sexual assault or harassment, family or domestic violence, call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732. In an emergency, call 000.
Pictured (from left): Chance Sarbin: Senior Customer Support Specialist, Hume Bank; Tara Matassoni: Customer Experience Specialist, Hume Bank; Meg Pargeter: Administration and Inclusion Support, Hume Bank; Steph Farquhar: Manager-CEO Office, Hume Bank; Craig Trethowen: Development Officer, Charles Sturt University.
“This scholarship represents more than financial support. It’s a message to survivors that they are not alone.” - Craig Trethowen, Development Officer, Charles Sturt University
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Opening pathways in workplace rehabilitation RehabCo’s new placement scholarship is supporting OT students and strengthening the regional allied health workforce. For many occupational therapy students, clinical placements are a turning point in their studies. They offer the chance to learn in real workplaces, build confidence and begin imagining life as a clinician. But for regional students, the cost of accommodation, travel and time away from paid work can make these opportunities difficult to manage. RehabCo has been part of regional communities for decades, helping people recover from injury and return to meaningful 30
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work. The organisation awarded its first Occupational Therapy Placement Scholarship, created to ease the financial strain of placements and open doors into the workplace rehabilitation field. The $5,000 scholarship supports a full time third year OT student completing a placement subject and studying on campus. Alongside financial assistance, the scholarship includes a placement at a RehabCo location, giving students access
to real workplace rehabilitation settings and the chance to learn from experienced clinicians. For students, this support can mean the difference between choosing a placement based on cost and choosing one based on learning. It helps ensure they can focus fully on developing their professional skills without the stress of meeting additional living or travel expenses. It also offers the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with practitioners who understand the complexities of workplace rehabilitation, an area of growing importance across regional Australia. RehabCo’s Executive Lead People Culture and Wellbeing, Olivia Millgate, says the partnership builds on a long and positive relationship with Charles Sturt. “Our collaboration with Charles Sturt is a testament to our strong and ongoing relationship with the university, which has produced outstanding OT and allied health graduates. By offering this scholarship, we aim to address the challenges faced by workplace rehabilitation providers in attracting allied health professionals, and to highlight the positive contributions they make across the communities we serve.”
The scholarship arrives at a time when the need for skilled allied health professionals has never been clearer. An independent review recently highlighted the sustainability challenges facing the workplace rehabilitation sector, particularly in attracting new graduates to regional roles. By supporting students early in their journey, RehabCo is helping shape a future workforce that understands regional contexts, values community connection and is ready to step confidently into practice. It is the beginning of a partnership that will continue to grow opportunities for students while strengthening workplace rehabilitation across regional areas.
Pictured (far left): RehabCo Scholarship recipient, Damian Whiddison with Olivia Millgate - Founder and Managing Director, Rehab Co; (left): CEO Charles Sturt Foundation Trust, Sarah Ansell and Olivia Millgate.
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A legacy that refuses to be defeated Created in memory of Charles Sturt graduate Zia Haydari, this scholarship supports social work students who are overcoming barriers and pursuing a more equitable future for their communities. When Zia Haydari arrived in Wagga Wagga in 2019, he brought with him a commitment to social justice and a determination to help others. Supported by the Charles Sturt University Asylum Seeker and Refugee Scholarship, he began a Bachelor of Social Work, a pathway that may otherwise have remained out of reach because of the uncertainty surrounding his residency circumstances. Over the following years, Zia built a home and community in Wagga Wagga. Living at St Francis College throughout his studies, he formed lasting friendships and made a meaningful contribution through his placements, where his compassion and commitment to others left a lasting impression. In September 2023, just two weeks after surgery to remove a brain tumour, Zia proudly attended his graduation ceremony. After his passing in May 2024 his impact continues to be felt through the scholarship established in his honour. The Zia Haydari Commemorative Scholarship was created by Zia’s family, friends and supporters to assist social work students who have overcome, or continue to overcome, significant barriers in their studies. It reflects the philosophy 32
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Wagga Mayor, Cr Dallas Tout and the members of Zia’s village
that guided Zia throughout his life: “I will not be defeated.” That spirit is already shaping the journeys of scholarship recipients. For Amiey Doolan, a Bachelor of Social Work student from regional New South Wales, the scholarship has provided practical support while balancing study, work and family responsibilities. A mother of three and advocate for children with disabilities, Amiey hopes to build a career supporting vulnerable children and families. She said the scholarship eased financial pressure and gave her confidence in her ability to succeed. For Victoria Lourdaise, a Master of Social Work (Professional Qualifying) student with a background in disability, aged care and mental health, the scholarship reinforced her commitment to serving regional and remote communities. Victoria hopes to expand access to affordable mental health support for vulnerable Australians and described the scholarship as the kind of assistance that “often makes all the difference”.
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New donor scholarships 2025 Each year, individuals, organisations and community partners establish new scholarships to create opportunity for Charles Sturt students. These scholarships reflect a shared commitment to strengthening regional communities, supporting educational success and opening pathways into professions that are vital to the future of Australia. From agriculture and environmental science to health, business and veterinary science, each scholarship represents an investment in people, potential and place. The Charles Sturt Foundation is proud to acknowledge the following scholarships established during the 2025 reporting period.
Caring for Country First Nations Scholarship Central NSW Joint Organisation Scholarship Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development Veterinary Placement Large Animal Support Scholarship Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development Veterinary Placement Large Animal Support Grant Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development Veterinary Placement Small Animal Support Grant Elders Rural Services First Nations Agricultural Legacy Scholarship Harnessing Futures Equine Science Scholarship Harnessing Futures Veterinary Scholarship Hume Bank Regional Business Scholarship Lyka Scholarship for Preventive Veterinary Care Orange SRC Scholarship RehabCo Occupational Therapy Placement Scholarship RYR Tolentino Family Scholarship Travis Connell Legacy Accounting Scholarship Victorian Adult Community Education (ACE) Scholarships Program
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Honour roll We thank our donors for sharing in our ethos - the Wiradjuri phrase ‘yindyamarra winhanganha’, which means the wisdom of respectfully knowing how to live well in a world worth living in. Legacy
John and Laura Knight
Sarah Ansell
CSIRO
Aaron Crump
John Bowen
Sof Lee
CSU School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Aileen Stewart
John Cassim
Stacey Fish
AK and IA Sutherland
Kirrilly Hawkins
Valerie Cox
CSU School Nursing Midwifery & Indigenous Health
Alexandra Hill
Kirstie Grady
VP Bragg Memorial Trust
Daily Advertiser
Andrew Naughton
Laura and John Knight
William John Banks
Doug Stace
Carole and Stan Droder Dr Gary Saliba Dr Peter and Lim Hodgson Dr Samantha Strong Ethan Pincott Felicity Taylor Edwards Gary Saliba Geoff and Sheila Swain AM Gerry Baber and Helen Baber OAM Heather Fiala AM
Dr Bal Krishan
Malcolm Cant Margaret Brennan Margaret Macpherson Mark Smyth Mavis Atkinson Michael Trinidad Moya Crowe Natalie Stiles Olivia Masson Percy Allan Foundation Peter Andren
Corpus donors
Dr Doug Stace
AlburyCity Council
Dr Oliver and Heather Fiala, AM
Allan Olding Angel Family Trust Anthony Gestier Bathurst Teachers College Alumni Group Bernard and Anne Hart Bob and Pam Knight Celia Bevan
FC Pye Rural Australian Foundation Fortitude Foundation Gita Bellin George and Isabel Tuck Gerry Baber and Helen Baber OAM Goulburn College of Advanced Education Alumni Hicks Family
Peter and Lim Hodgson
Central West Medical Association
Isabel Tuck
Jaishree Ravindran
Rebekah Richardson
Chalmers Family
Jeff Chalmers
Jan White
Robyn Stinson
John Graham
Janet Roberton
Russell Selfe
Charles Sturt Pharmacy Foundation
Helen Sutherland Frost
Jenny Miller John and Dilys Howell
Safewill anonymous donors Samantha Strong
Chris Gordon Memorial Copyright Agency Limited (CAL)
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Maurice Hicks National Tertiary Education Union CSU Branch
Wagga Wagga Teachers’ College Alumni
Country Education Foundation of Australia
Widgewa School
Country Women’s Assoc. of NSW (Riverina Group)
Pam Knight Professor John Carroll Memorial Fund Riverina Media Group (Fairfax Media) Roger and Jean Morrow Roger Morrow
Aggie T Pty Limited AGnVET Services
Rotary Club of Albury
Albury Wodonga Aboriginal Health Service Inc
Rotary Club of Oberon
Albury Wodonga SRC
Rural Australia Foundation
AlburyCity Council
Sandra and Damian Conway
Millicent Veterinary Clinic Miracle Dog Pty Ltd
CSU Residence Life
Murray High School
CSU Winery
Murrumbidgee Council
DLJD Pty Ltd
Newmont Corporation
Deakin University
NSW Public Libraries Association
Dep of Primary Industries and Regional Development
Orange SRC
Dominos Boorooma
Piper Street Veterinary Clinic
Dubbo Regional Council
Port Macquarie SRC
Anthony Costa Foundation
Elders Rural Services Australia Limited
Port Private Bridge Club
School Nursing Midwifery and Indigenous Health
Aurora Dairies Pty Ltd
Ellucian Foundation
Sheila Gwynn-Jones
Australian Farming Services Pty Ltd
Essential Energy
Sheila Walker and Family Sustainable Agriculture Research Group (SARG) Tanya and Robert Mikolajewics Tarcutta Wantabadgery Merino Breeders Association Toni Downes
Australian Library and Information Association Bathurst Regional Council Bathurst (Mitchell) SRC Boston Private Wealth Pty Ltd
Pure Ocean Fund Rennylea
Estate of A S Burdekin
Riverina Oils and Bio Energy Ltd
Everyday Independence
Riverina Water
Evolution Mining
Rotary Club of Albury North
Geard Investments Pty Ltd
Rotary Club Of Belvoir-Wodonga
Gilgandra Shire Council
Rotary Club of Hall
Tony McGrane Committee
Bush Children’s Education Foundation of NSW
Glenray Industries Limited
Vetafarm (Dr Tony Gestier)
Carrathool Shire Council
Go Farm Australia Pty Ltd
Rotary Club of Port Macquarie Sunrise
VP Bragg Trust
Casella Family Brands Pty Ltd
Goulburn Veterinary Clinic
Rotary Club Of Tallangatta
Waerawi Farming Co
Central NSW Joint Organisation of Councils
Harness Racing NSW
Rotary Club of Wollundry, Wagga Wagga
Wagga Agricultural Alumni Charles Sturt University WAACSU
Cerebral Palsy Alliance
Wagga Wagga City Council
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Margaret Illukol Trust
Colgate-Palmolive Company
Wagga Wagga Local Aboriginal Land Council
Commercial Radio Australia Limited
Wagga Wagga Staff Social Club
Construct Homes Orange Pty Ltd
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Rotary Club of Yenda Rowe Scientific
Lions Club of Port Macquarie - Tacking Point
RSM Wagga Wagga
Lumus Imaging
RSM Albury
Lyka Wellness Pty Ltd
R.T. Hall Trust
SAGE Shead Lawyers
Andrew and Dr Annabel Bowcher
Cherrie Kendall
Justin Swain
Shahid Khalfan
Geoff Symonds and Family
Cannas Kwok
Tolentino Family
Simplot Australia Pty Ltd
Dr Ron Camplin OAM and Mrs Stephanie Camplin OAM
St Martins College
Vicki Carmen-Brown
Katie and Sidney Lin
Tougher Family
Stainless Pro Pty Ltd
Mrunal Chauhan
Louie Liu
Dallas and Janine Tout
Erika Cross
Todd Lynch
Craig Trethowen
Jacqueline Curtis
Veronica Madigan
Rachel Unicomb
Michele Davis
Sean and Sarah McGrath
Alan Wray
Rhys Duncan
Dugald McKay
Barry Yau
Kevin and Pam Durick
Bill McLeod
Student Senate Sue Beeton Fund Temora Shire Council The Rehabilitation Company Ltd Transgrid
Joshua Dykgraaf
Veolia Mulwaree Trust
Graham Eagleton
Vincent Fairfax Family Foundation
Amanda Egan
Vivability Limited Wagga Wagga RSL Club Ltd Wagga Wagga RSL Sub Branch Westfund Limited X Peak Wine ZONTA Club of Orange Incorporated
Stuart and Annie Geard Tony Gleeson Alistair and Letitia Grant Annie Green Patricia Greene Chris and Gina Grubb
Kate McMaugh Peter McPhee
Staffgive staff donors 2022-2024
Troy Meller
Adam Skinner
Tabitha Merrell
Aimee Cook
Ray Miller
Aimee McKenna
Craig Morgan
Ajeshkumar Vijayadas
Lauren Moore
Alarna Parascos
Beverley Moriarty
Alexandra Cary
Ndungi Mungai Family
Alexandra Chubb Alexandra Hill
James Hayes OAM and Karen Hayes
Pam and Kim Norris
David Hoar
James Pratley
John Howard
Carol Quick
Individual donors
Leigh Jenkins
Denise Roberts
Alen Basic
Patrick Johnson
William Ross
Catherine Benstead
Craig Johnson-Meader
Geoffrey Scott
Amber Murray
Sally Bertram
Megan Jolly
Vanessa and Peter Seebeck
Amee Hamilton
Judith Boag AC
David Jones
Angelou Serrano
Amy Felke
Joan and Colin Boston
Karen Joynes
Deb Slinger
Ana Horta
Zoos Victoria
Alhassan Abdullah Alice Coomans Alice Wood Amanda Tarbit Amber Marks
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Andrew Crowl
Christopher Gorrell
Fiona Wetherspoon
Joanne Grimmond
Andrew James
Christopher Williams
Fleur Stelling
Jodie Kleinschafer
Anke Frank
Clare Jonker
Frances Dury
John Clark
Anna Boyd
Craig Johnson-Meader
Frances Selvey
John Gaffey
Anna Corbo Crehan
Craig Trethowen
Gail Hadfield
John McDonald
Anna Grocholsky
Crystall Bryan
Gang Xie
Joleen Wright
Annette Harris
Dane Rickwood
Gene Hodgins
Jordan Stewart
Anthony Heywood
Daniel Hughes
Genevieve Doyle
Josu Abrego-Sanz
Ashlea Dobson
Danielle Sparrow
Gina-Maree Davis
Judith Stone
Ashlea Mannix
David Bardos
Graham Stevens
Julia Andrews
Ashleigh Coleman
David Tien
Hazel Dalton
Julie Bennett
Barbara Whitton
Dawn Rudd
Heather Campbell
Julie Schubert
Benjiman Davis
Deanna Duffy
Holly Otutaha
Juniper Buley
Declan O’Leary
Ian Skinner
Justin Williams
Delphine Swat
Irfan Altas
Justine Everaardt
Dilini Ilaya Kuttige Don
Jake Fountain
Kaitlin Jeffries
Dominic Ingersole
Jake McNaughton
Karen Butts
Donna Bateup
Jaki Ambrose
Karen Sinclair
Edward Maher
Jane Quinn
Kate Cornick
Elanda Street
Jason Howarth
Kathleen Perry
Elizabeth Bracken
Jaymie Loy
Kathleen Smithers
Elizabeth Harangozo
Jeanine Bailey
Kelly Boon
Elizabeth Kennedy
Jebadiah Jackson
Kendra Webber
Elizabeth Murray
Jemma Wilkins
Kerrie Martin
Emily Boyle
Jennifer Bond
Kerry Read
Emily Saunders
Jennifer Kemp
Kerry Smith
Emma Colvin
Jessica Brodie
Kiara Tanswell
Emma De Graaf
Jessica Wilkinson
Kiffin Miller
Cheryl Boulton
Erika Cross
Jessie Day
Kirrily Welsh
Christina Iatropoulos
Estella Byers
Jigna Ghosh
Kirsten Locke
Christine Clements
Felicity Stanley
Joanne Connolly
Kirstie Grady
Bobbie Tulloh Bonnie Harley Branka Krivokapic-Skoko Brett Russell Bright Jose Bruce Andrews Bryan Collins Cadie Brown-Clarke Caitlin Goldthorpe Carly Evans Caroline Robinson Carolyn O’Dwyer Cathy Weekes Chandana Penatiyana Withanage
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Koshila Kumar
Melinda Willis
Peter Greening
Sermin Yavuzer
Krystal Gleeson
Melissa Boxshall
Peter Sinclair
Sharon Fuller
Kylee Graham
Melissa Malone
Petrea Pollock
Sharon Laver
Kym Schubert
Mellissa Simmons
Philip Clark
Sharynne McLeod
Lachlan Jones
Meredith Ferry
Phillipa Trickett
Shumirai Mushangwe
Laura Delli-Pizzi
Miao Li
Polly McDougall
Simon Cole
Lauren Darley-Bentley
Michael Curtin
Rachael Lamb
Simone Beer
Lauren Gray
Michael Friend
Rachel Ayton
Sivarajasingam Navaneethan
Leanne Gibbs
Michael Hutchinson
Rachel Cavallaro
Sonja Maria
Leigh Schmidtke
Michael Medcalf
Rachel McDermott
Stacey Fish
Lindsay Skyner
Michelle Clifford
Rachel Stephens
Stacey Jenkins
Lisa Ditchfield
Michelle West
Raegan Petzel
Stephen Kreuzberger
Lorraine Gaunt
Millaine Longmore
Rebecca Keogh
Stephen Moore
Rebecca Vis
Sulaimon Idowu
Rebecca Watson
Suman Gupta
Renee Corlett
Susan Barnes
Renée Leon
Susan Bragg
Louise Haberecht Louise Wells Lucia Zundans-Fraser Lyndelle Kelly Madeline Anderson
Mithun karthick Muthu Venkatachalam Monique Smith Myra Sookraj-Baran Naomi Ricketts
Robyn Howard
Suzanne Hopf
Madison Bennett
Narelle Patton
Russell Roberts
Suzanne North
Mardi Henley
Nariman Saeed
Sabrina Manickam
Suzanne Querruel
Maree Martinussen
Natalie Dalton
Sally Hamer
Swathi Maru
Marissa Olsen
Neena Mitter
Samantha Sheridan
Tace Vigliante
Mark Filmer
Neil Van Der Ploeg
Samantha Tiernan
Tahnee Wise
Marta Hernandez-Jover
Nelvin Kumar
Samuel Howes
Tanya Tye
Mary Simon
Nicole Livingstone
Sandra Sharpham
Terrance Christian
Maryanne Podham
Nicole McCasker
Sarah Ansell
Therese Behan
Mathew Walsh
Nikhil Ichalkaranje
Sarah Parrish
Thomas Burton
Matthew Ireland
Olawunmi Tawose
Sarah Reddel
Thuy Nguyen
Matthew McLean
Patricia Logan
Sarah Redshaw
Timothy McGrath
Max Lyons
Patrick Montgomery
Sarah Talbot
Toufique Soomro
Megan Smith
Peter Denyer-Simmons
Saranne Cooke
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Carolyn Gregoric
Karen Kime
Prudence Horan
Trent Pohlmann
Catherine Madziva
Kate Aylmore
Ralph Fonte
Troy Meston
Christopher Petrie
Kate Kemp
Rebecca Kent
Wendy De Luca
Clifton Emery
Kate Margetson
Rene Prochnow
Wendye Edwards
Cody Forrester
Katherine Cologon
Renee Page
William Davies
Cyrena Hunt-Madden
Kathleen Trenaman
Robert Doyle
William Letts
Daniel King
Katrina Dart
Robert Kovacs
Yasmine Hall
Dorothy Panaretos
Keegan Hayes
Rupert Mathwin
Zemenu Yohannes Kassa
Eleanore Gardner
Kelly Baker
Sabrina Syed
Ella De Cruz
Kerrie Doyle
Samuel Barnes
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Emily Lescun
Kiran Shrestha
Samuel Nielsen
Emily Pavlakis
Kristy Collingridge
Sangeetha Ramanujam
Abigail Sutton
Erasmus Kirii
Laura Stephens
Sarah Reid
Albertus Pool
Geberew Mekonnen
Laura-Jane Longmore
Sharon Brownie
Alexander Barnes-Keoghan
Georgia Hons
Lauren Sheather
Shawn McGrath
Alexandra Gibb
Hannah Madden
Linda Hourn
Shubhagata Das
Alison Foale
Hilary Fitzgerald
Linda McIntosh
Simon Board
Alison King
Jacqueline Birt
Linda Rhodes
Simon Chaplin
Alyce Hogg
Jacqueline Murray
Lisa Twigg
Simone Davis
Amita Krautloher
Jake Witchard
Lucy Hindson
Sophie Hunt
Amrita Dasvarma
Jason Smith
M Mamun Huda
Stefan Sazdovski
Anita Boschman
Jeffrey Mahoney
Marion Ware
Suzanne McLaren
Anita Helman
Jennifer Bevear
Megan Willis
Tariq Aziz
Anna Keedwell
Jessica Crawford
Michael Cook
Teresa Cochrane
Anne Johnson
Joanne Blatch
Michael Kent
Tessa Holzman
Arifa Rahman
Joanne Hunter
Monica Murray
Timothy Dwyer
Ashleigh Southam
Jodie Krebs
Nectarios Costadopoulos
Tracey Kerr
Belinda Packham
Joseph Cheney
Nicole Masters
Warren Brown
Biju Balakrishnan
Josephine Mckenzie
Paige Lee
Brendan Crabtree
Julian Grant
Peta Phelan
Buyani Thomy
Julie Watkins
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