NSW branch awards and sponsorship

Soil Science Australia NSW Branch Student Conference Award [Open until 31 August 2026]

 

The NSW Branch of Soil Science Australia is proud to support emerging soil scientists through our Student Conference Award. This award provides financial assistance to attend relevant conferences, offering a valuable opportunity to network, present research, and gain insights into the latest developments in soil science.

How to Apply:

Please submit completed applications via email to Tom Zhao at [email protected].

Soil Science Australia NSW Branch Soil Judging Competition Grant [Open until 1 August 2026]

Our Soil Judging Competition Grant supports students interested in participating in soil judging competitions. These competitions are a fantastic way to enhance practical soil science skills and gain recognition in the field.

How to Apply:

Please submit completed applications via email to Tom Zhao at [email protected].

SSA NSW Soil Consultant Award [Open until 11 September 2026]

For contribution to soil science by a practicing soil consultant in NSW

  • This award recognises an outstanding project or portfolio of work undertaken by a practising soil consultant in NSW/ACT. The award celebrates excellence in applied soil science and acknowledges contributions that have delivered tangible outcomes for clients, industry, land managers, and the broader community.

    The award is intended to recognise a specific project or body of work completed within the previous five years and is not designed as a lifetime achievement award. Submissions may be based on a single report or a portfolio of related outputs that demonstrate excellence in applied soil science practice.

    Nominations are encouraged from consultants working across all sectors of professional soil science. Self-nominations are welcome; all nominations must be supported by a seconder who is a financial member of Soil Science Australia.

    Nominations close at 5:00 pm AEST on Friday, 11 September 2026.

    Following the award guideline, applicants are required to submit:

  • Application Form
  • An Impact Statement (maximum one page)
  • A Project Overview (maximum one page)
  • Relevant supporting attachments such as technical reports, case studies, publications, or communication materials

    The recipient will be recognised by the SSA NSW Branch and announced at the 2026 NSW Annual General Meeting.

    Application forms and award guidelines are available from the SSA NSW Branch.

    We encourage all eligible consultants and those who know of outstanding consulting work to consider submitting a nomination.

For more information please contact Tom Zhao via email at:  [email protected].