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Cameron Baird VC MG Scholarship

Corporal Cameron Baird VC MG was born in Burnie and joined the Army in January 2000. He was posted to the then 4th Battalion (Commando), Royal Australian Regiment, now the 2nd Commando Regiment.  Corporal Cameron Baird

He was recognised as one of the most inspiring leaders within 2nd Commando Regiment, where he was chosen to be a leader for representing armed forces values, including toughness; leadership; initiative; and compassion.

Corporal Baird was awarded Australia’s 100th Victoria Cross for the most conspicuous acts of valour, extreme devotion to duty and ultimate self-sacrifice during fighting in Afghanistan on 22 June 2013, as a Commando Team Commander in Special Operations Task Group.

Corporal Baird’s actions reflected his personal motto: ‘Aspire to Inspire’.

To commemorate the service and sacrifice of Corporal Baird, the Tasmanian Government has re-launched a Scholarship in his name.

About the Scholarship

Up to two scholarships of $2,500 each will be awarded to further the recipients’ education. Scholarships will be awarded in 2023 for the 2024 school year.

Scholarship Eligibility

The Scholarship is open to students intending to enrol in Years 11 or 12 in 2024 at any Tasmanian school, as well as students who are undertaking home education at the same year level. Students may only receive one scholarship.

More details are available here