SOUTHERN COMMITTEE

The current committee comprises of 10 volunteers from diverse range of professional backgrounds

These including education, health, allied health and commerce. There is a member of the Tasmanian Lions Foundation on the committee.

The Southern Committee meets on the first Wednesday of the month on the site of the original Sunshine Holiday Centre, now the Howrah Community Centre.
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OUR AREAS

This map of Tasmania highlights the three distinct regions managed by our committees: Northern, North West, and Southern. Each area reflects the geographic responsibilities and focus of its respective committee. The Northern Committee oversees the Launceston region and surrounding areas, the North West Committee covers the coastal and inland areas from Devonport to Smithton, while the Southern Committee is responsible for Hobart and the southernmost parts of the state. This regional division ensures that local needs are addressed effectively, promoting stronger coordination, communication, and community engagement across Tasmania.

ELIGIBILITY

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The young person for whom assistance is being sought must be under 18 years of age and enrolled at and attending school.  Assistance is based on financial need.   Indicators of financial need include Centrelink payments,  DECYP Student Assistance Scheme and low income.

TYPES OF FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

  • Holiday camps, school camps, excursions, school holiday programs, etc.
  • Sport, recreational and leisure requirements

  • Personal needs

  • Birth certificates

  • Scholarships and educational requirements

HOW TO APPLY FOR ASSISTANCE

The Southern Committee has an electronic submission pro forma which will be forwarded on request by email.  Only professional parties representing the young person for whom assistance is being sought can apply, including social workers, Learning Services personnel, teachers, Principals and the like.  We encourage you to phone or email to discuss a proposal if unsure.

SAT is a funding agency of last resort.   If an agency or organisation exists to provide funding sought, we will provide the referral.  We also provide partnership funding and gap funding with other parties where necessary or requested.

ELIGIBILITY

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The young person for whom assistance is being sought must be under 18 years of age and enrolled at and attending school.  Assistance is based on financial need.   Indicators of financial need include Centrelink payments,  DECYP Student Assistance Scheme and low income.

TYPES OF FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

  • Holiday camps, school camps, excursions, school holiday programs, etc.
  • Sport, recreational and leisure requirements

  • Personal needs

  • Birth certificates

  • Scholarships and educational requirements

HOW TO APPLY FOR ASSISTANCE

The Southern Committee has an electronic submission pro forma which will be forwarded on request by email.  Only professional parties representing the young person for whom assistance is being sought can apply, including social workers, Learning Services personnel, teachers, Principals and the like.  We encourage you to phone or email to discuss a proposal if unsure.

SAT is a funding agency of last resort.   If an agency or organisation exists to provide funding sought, we will provide the referral.  We also provide partnership funding and gap funding with other parties where necessary or requested.

SCHOLARSHIPS

Scholarships are worth $2,000, paid in increments of $500 a year over a maximum of 4 years.

They can be used for senior secondary education and tertiary education, including university and TAFE. The committee awards scholarships to high schools on a rotating basis. The Principal along with grade 10 staff select a suitable candidate according to the selection criteria.

Dale Davey, President

Email: daledavey@dodo.com.au

Ph: (03) 6228 9229

Ph: 0423 371 876

Bill Inglis, Vice-President

Email: bill.inglis@outlook.com.au

Ph: (03) 6223 7114