2025

Alex (she/her)

Bachelor of Actuarial Studies and a Bachelor of Economics - University of New South Wales

The Insignia Community Foundation Scholarship, NSW

My name is Alex, and in 2025 I am entering my second year of my Bachelor of Actuarial Studies and Bachelor of Economics at UNSW….

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Amity (she/her)

Bachelor of Information Technology - Queensland University of Technology

BHP Scholarship, QLD

I will be studying a Bachelor of Information Technology at QUT Gardens Point campus in Brisbane, commencing in 2025. After 2025 I will have two…

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Andrea (he/him)

Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Systems) (Honours) and Bachelor of Computer Science - Edith Cowan University

Bill Chambers Scholarship, WA

Hello, everyone! My name is Andrea, and I am currently in my fifth year of a double Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and Computer Systems…

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Angela (she/her)

Bachelor of Information Technology - Queensland University of Technology

Commonwealth Bank Scholarship, QLD

My name is Angela and I am in the final year of my Bachelor of Information Technology, majoring in computer science, minoring in economics at…

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Angelina (she/her)

Doctor of Medicine and Surgery - The Australian National University

The Ramsay Health Care Scholarship, ACT

Hi, my name is Angelina, and I am a grateful recipient of The Ramsay Health Care Scholarship! I will commence my Doctor of Medicine and…

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Annabelle (she/her)

Bachelor of Agricultural Science and Bachelor of Arts - University of Tasmania

The Geoffrey Smith & Gary Singer Scholarship, TAS

Hey everyone! My name is Annabelle, and I am currently studying a Bachelor of Agricultural Science and Bachelor of Arts (Politics and Policy) at the…

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Arvin (he/him)

Bachelor of Medical Studies / Doctor of Medicine - University of New South Wales

The TLC Healthcare Scholarship, VIC

Arvin joined The Pinnacle Foundation as a scholar in 2024 and in 2025, Arvin has been awarded The TLC Healthcare Scholarship. Having grown up in…

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Avalon (she/her)

Masters of Psychology (Forensic) - University of New South Wales

The Alan Joyce AC & Shane Lloyd Scholarship, NSW

Hello! My name is Avalon. In 2025 I will be beginning my Masters of Psychology (Forensic) at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) and…

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Bailey (he/him)

Bachelor of Science (Neuroscience) - University of Melbourne

The Murray J Collins The City Gardener Scholarship, VIC

Bailey joined The Pinnacle Foundation as a scholar in 2022 and in 2025, Bailey has been awarded The Murray J Collins The City Gardener Scholarship….

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Brayden (he/him)

Master of Teaching (Secondary) - Edith Cowan University

Bill Chambers Scholarship, WA

Brayden joined The Pinnacle Foundation as a scholar in 2022 and in 2025, Brayden has been awarded a Bill Chambers Scholarship. My name is Brayden…

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Breeanna (she/they)

PhD in Psychology - Curtin University

Olrem Scholarship, WA

I studied psychology as my undergraduate degree and enjoyed my honours research so much I followed it up with a Master of Research (Psychology) where…

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Callahan (he/him)

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Bachelor of Computer Science - Swinburne University

Thrive Scholarship, VIC

My name is Callahan, and I’m planning to start a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)/Bachelor of Computer Science, focusing on artificial intelligence and mechatronics. I’m from…

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Casper (he/him)

Bachelor of Actuarial Studies with a Bachelor of Computer Science - University of New South Wales

Commonwealth Bank Scholarship, NSW

My name is Casper and I am commencing my second year of study at the University of New South Wales (UNSW), pursuing a Bachelor of…

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Cate (she/her)

Bachelor of Science (Ecology)/Bachelor of Arts (Sociology) - University of Tasmania

The Hydro Tasmania Scholarship, TAS

Hello! My name is Cate, and I am studying at the University of Tasmania in Hobart. In 2025, I will be studying my second year…

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Charlie (he/him)

Bachelor of Advanced Science - University of Queensland

The Tea Uglow Scholarship, QLD

Hi all! My name is Charlie and in 2025 I will be completing my final undergraduate year in a Bachelor of Advanced Sciences majoring in…

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Cordelia (he/they)

Masters of Social Work

The Sidney Myer Fund Scholarship, VIC

Cordelia joined The Pinnacle Foundation as scholar in 2024, and in 2025 has been awarded The Sidney Myer Fund Scholarship. In 2024 Cordelia will commence…

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Daniel (he/they)

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Bachelor of Commerce (Finance) - Monash University

Commonwealth Bank Scholarship, VIC

My name is Daniel and in 2025 I will be entering the second year of my dream course at Monash University! I am studying a…

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Dilakna (She/her)

Bachelor of Environmental Science - University of Western Australia

Thrive Scholarship, WA

Hello! My name is Dilakna, and I am studying for a Bachelor in Engineering at UWA. I will be starting my course in 2025 and…

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Eve (she/her)

Bachelor of Arts, Psychology - University of Wollongong

The Bibbulmun Fund Scholarship, NSW

Eve joined The Pinnacle Foundation as a scholar in 2024, and in 2025 has been awarded The Bibbulmun Fund Scholarship. My name is Eve, and…

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Fleur (she/her)

Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine - University of New England

The Queensland Fertility Group Scholarship, QLD

Hello! My name is Fleur, and it is an exceptional honour to have The Pinnacle Foundation’s support as I enter the first year of my…

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Georgie (she/her)

Diploma of Music (Performance) - Box Hill Institute

Thrive Scholarship, VIC

Hello! My name is Georgie, and I am very excited to be studying a year-long Diploma of Music (Performance) at the Box Hill Institute in…

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Hannah (she/they)

Doctor Of Medicine - Flinders University

Olrem Scholarship, SA

My name is Hannah and I am so excited to be a part of the Pinnacle Family. Having completed a Bachelor of Oral Health in…

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Jack (he/him)

Bachelor of Laws - The University of Sydney

Commonwealth Bank Scholarship, NSW

Hi, I am Jack, a fourth-year law student at the University of Sydney aiming to graduate in 2026. I grew up and live in a…

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Jason (he/him)

Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Arts - University of New South Wales

The Macquarie Scholarship, NSW

Hello! My name is Jason, and I am currently studying a Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Arts at the University of New South Wales…

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Jess (she/they)

Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Humanities - University of Queensland

The KPMG Scholarship, QLD

My name is Jess Stone, and I am passionate about leveraging law, policy and history to advocate for marginalised communities. In 2024, I served as…

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Jet (he/they)

Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine - Monash University

Thrive Scholarship, VIC

Hello! My name is Jet and I am beyond excited to be a Pinnacle scholar! I will be commencing the Bachelor of Medical Science and…

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Joey (he/him)

Bachelor of Law (Honours) and Bachelor of Arts - Monash University

The L'Oréal Scholarship, VIC

Hello! I am Joey, a fifth-year Law and Arts (majoring in Psychology) student at Monash University.  Most of my upbringing has been in Hong Kong…

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Katherine (she/her)

Bachelor of Science (Paramedical Science) - Edith Cowan University

Bill Chambers Scholarship, WA

Hi, my name is Katherine! In 2025 I’m very excited to commence studying Paramedical science through the Joondalup campus of ECU. The course is three…

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Kayla (she/her)

PhD in Materials Science - University of New South Wales

Olrem Scholarship, NSW

The energy used by the information technology (IT) sector is growing exponentially, and solving this growing energy crisis requires that we fundamentally change the way…

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Kaylan (he/him)

Doctor of Medicine - The University of Melbourne

The Australian Marriage Equality Scholarship, VIC

Kaylan joined The Pinnacle Foundation as a scholar in 2024, and in 2025, Kaylan has been awarded The Australian Marriage Equality Scholarship I am Kaylan…

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Lauren (she/her)

PhD (Neurosience) - University of Melbourne

Vitaly Osipov Scholarship, VIC

My name is Lauren and in 2025, I am entering my second year of a Neuroscience PhD at the University of Melbourne and The Florey…

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Madeleine (she/her)

Master of Arts & Cultural Management - University of Melbourne

The Paramount Scholarship, VIC

In 2025 Madeleine will be studying a Master of Arts and Cultural Management at the University of Melbourne.  Madeleine is the co-founder of non-profit LGBTQIA+…

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Mason (he/they)

Master of Architecture - The University of Adelaide

Mirvac Scholarship, SA

I am currently studying a Master of Architecture at the University of Adelaide’s North Terrace Campus, and in 2025, I have one and a half…

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Moss (she/they)

Bachelor of Information Technology - Southern Cross University

The Essential Energy Scholarship, NSW

I am currently studying a Bachelors in Information Technology at Southern Cross University. I am hoping to continue into a Masters of Human Rights in…

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Nick (he/him)

Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Global Studies - La Trobe University

The QUBE Scholarship, VIC

My name is Nick and I am currently in my third year of a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) and a Bachelor of Global Studies course…

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Penelope (she/her)

Bachelor of Mechatronic Engineering (Honours)/Bachelor of Arts (International Relations) - The University of Sydney

Mirvac Scholarship, NSW

Hello! My name is Penelope and I am so excited to be a part of the Pinnacle family for 2025! Having lived in Sydney since…

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Raleigh (he/him)

Bachelor of Science (Medical, Molecular and Forensic Sciences) - Murdoch University

Olrem Scholarship, WA

My name is Raleigh. I am a proud transgender man, and deeply grateful to be receiving an Olrem Scholarship for 2025. I am starting in…

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Siobhan (she/her)

Bachelor of Nursing/Public Health - Queensland University of Technology

The Shelley Argent OAM Scholarship, QLD

Hello! My name is Siobhan and I will be completing my 4th year of the Bachelor of Nursing and Public Health at QUT Kelvin Grove…

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Troy (he/they)

Bachelor of Arts (Politics and International Relations) - University of Western Australia

BHP Scholarship, WA

After a lot of adversity in regional Western Australia (WA), I have become a strong advocate for young people and the LGBTIQA+ community. I am…

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Victoria (she/her)

Juris Doctor - University of Technology Sydney

Michael Gorman Scholarship, NSW

Hello, I am Vic! I am a final year Juris Doctor student at the University of Technology, Sydney. My connection with The Pinnacle Foundation began…

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Wilson (he/him)

Bachelor of Commerce - University of Melbourne

The Dan Murphy's Scholarship, VIC

My name is Will and in 2025 I will be completing the third year of my Bachelor of Commerce at the University of Melbourne and…

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Yvonne (she/they)

Bachelor of Psychology (Extended Major) - University of Western Australia

Olrem Scholarship, WA

My name is Yvonne and I’m a proud transgender woman. In my life I’ve always strived for social justice and equality in all areas, whether…

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Ziggy (they/them)

Creative Media and Communications - Murdoch University

The Sam Smith Scholarship powered by UnLtd, WA

Hello! My name is Ziggy, and I am the honoured to be the recipient of the Sam Smith Scholarship. In 2025 I will be commencing…

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ZZ (name withheld)

Doctor of Medicine - The University of Tasmania

The Grahame Williams Scholarship, TAS

I completed my undergraduate degree in medical science and am now studying medicine. Studying medicine has been a deeply rewarding and transformative experience, offering me…

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ZZ (name withheld)

Bachelor of International Relations - RMIT

The Huseyin Tasdemir Scholarship, VIC

I study international relations at RMIT university. While studying I have also worked as a facilitator for a youth mental health think tank in Australia….

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We are proud to continue supporting the following returning scholars from previous years:

Ada – Olrem Scholarship
Alana – The SHK Asia Pacific Scholarship
Alexander – The Pinnacle Foundation Scholarship (The Cath Leary Social Justice Foundation)
Andrew – Bill Chambers Scholarship
Angela – The Dr Craig White and Rod Anderson Scholarship
Arnav – Mirvac ScholarshipBen – The Yarranabbe Scholarship
Charlotte – BHP Scholarship
Cherie – The Ros and Diana Coffey Scholarship
Christina – Peter Brennan AM and Michael Lynch Scholarship
Demetrius – BHP Scholarship
Edward – The King & Wood Mallesons Scholarship
Ethan – The Matthew McCarron Rainbow Scholarship
Eva – The Reg Holloway Scholarship (Martin Dickson AM)
Flic – BHP Scholarship
Freja Jensen – Olrem Scholarship
Georgia – The Allens Scholarship
Harrison – Sir James McNeill Trust Scholarship
Ian – The IVF Australia Scholarship
Isabelle – Commonwealth Bank Scholarship
Izzy – BHP Scholarship
James – The Shell Scholarship
Jaqhara – Thrive Scholarship (Rio Tinto)
Jay – The Dentsu Scholarship
Jordan – Olrem Scholarship
Jye – The Fred P Archer Charitable Trust Scholarship
Kalani – The AGL Scholarship
Katarina – The Don Dunstan AC QC Scholarship
Kierem – The Maddocks Scholarship
Kimberley – Olrem Scholarship
Lachlan – The IFM Investors Scholarship
Laura – The Maurice Joyce Scholarship
Lily – The WPP Scholarship
Liz – Sir James McNeill Trust Scholarship
Lois – The Melbourne IVF Scholarship
Matthew – Sir James McNeill Trust Scholarship
Matthew – The Michael Gorman Scholarship
Max – The Darryl Wild Scholarship
Mikayla – Commonwealth Bank Scholarship
Nienna – Olrem Scholarship
Nihar – The Justin D’Agostino MH & KC Yeo Scholarship
Nikoletta – The Harvey Milk Scholarship
Odette – The Clark Walton Scholarship
Ollie – The Iris Scholarship (Herbert Smith Freehills)
Ollie – Thrive Scholarship (Rio Tinto)
Orion – The Serco Scholarship
Patrick – Olrem Scholarship
Riley – The Duncan Peerman & Paul Zahra Scholarship
Rory – The Greg Livingstone Scholarship
Ruchira – The Accenture Scholarship
Samir – The Dr Vinay Kumar Scholarship
Samuel – The Blundstone Scholarship
Samuel – The Hon Michael Kirby AC CMG Scholarship
Shannon – The Allan Howard Scholarship
Tara – Vitaly Osipov Scholarship
Tarsha – Peter Brennan AM and Michael Lynch Scholarship
Theodore – The HCF Scholarship
Thomeissa – The Sydney Community Foundation, Peter Brennan AM & Michael Lynch Fund Scholarship
Tyson – The St.George Foundation Scholarship
Victoria – The Cubico Sustainable Investments Scholarship
Vincent – The Anthony-Whitney Scholarship
Zavier – Olrem Scholarship
Zoe – The Bank of Melbourne Foundation Scholarship