Philip Laffer AM Royal Adelaide Wine Awards
Playford Trust Bursary

The Playford Trust, in partnership with the Royal Agricultural & Horticultural Society of SA and The Royal Adelaide Wine Awards Committee, offers a bursary to support the continued growth and prosperity of the South Australian wine industry.

The one-year bursary is valued at $5000 and is offered to support a student undertaking undergraduate or postgraduate study in viticulture or oenology at a South Australian university, helping create meaningful pathways for further study, research and professional advancement.

Funds can be applied for broader purposes than offsetting tuition fees (at the discretion of the Royal Agricultural & Horticultural Society and its Wine Committee). Purposes may include relevant conference attendance, research project support, travel for relevant purposes etc.

 

The bursary honours Philip Laffer AM and his significant contribution to the Royal Agricultural & Horticultural Society of South Australia (RA&HS). Throughout his career, Philip maintained a passionate interest in education and research across the grape and wine sector and continues his involvement with RA&HS as an Honorary Councillor.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Selection Criteria

Students undertaking undergraduate or postgraduate study in viticulture or oenology at a South Australian university are encouraged to apply.

Representatives of the Wine Committee of the Royal Agricultural & Horticultural Society, together with a representative of the Playford Trust, will consider all applications and make a recommendation regarding applicants who are:

  • Undertaking undergraduate or postgraduate study in viticulture or oenology at a South Australian university
  • Australian citizens or holders of a permanent resident visa and who are resident in South Australia
  • intending to spend a significant part of their career in South Australia, or be likely to provide a benefit to the State
  • able to provide their academic record and show potential for high achievement
  • of good character. Preference will be given to students who display leadership potential. The following prompt is given to students: This could include your involvement in community, charity, sporting or special interest organisations, or any other relevant personal achievements.
  • able to commit to supporting/engaging with the Royal Agricultural & Horticultural Society of SA and its Wine Committee/Royal Adelaide Wine Awards
  • able to demonstrate how the bursary will support them over a 12-month period, including how they intend to apply the funds
  • willing to provide the Royal Agricultural & Horticultural Society with a brief report within 12 months of receiving the bursary, outlining how the funds were spent and the outcomes achieved.

Applications should be supported by a referee providing comments about the student’s achievements, character, and leadership potential.