Students are encouraged to explore how Victorians came together to build the Shrine of Remembrance and other war memorials as part of the 2024 Premier’s Spirit of Anzac Prize competition.

Veterans Minister Natalie Suleyman announced the opening of the annual award competition, which invites students in years nine to 12 in Victoria to apply for a unique international study tour opportunity.

Students are asked to delve deeper into the essence of the Anzac spirit as they develop their submissions, which can be written pieces, creative works or digital presentations.

The prize allows 12 students the opportunity to join a fully-funded study tour.

This year, the selected students will embark on a journey to battlefields and commemorative sites in Türkiye, retracing the experience of Australian men and women at war on the Gallipoli Peninsula and surrounds.

“The Spirit of Anzac Prize is a creative way young leaders can reflect on our nation’s history, the sacrifice associated with military service and the unique friendship between Victoria and Türkiye,” Ms Suleyman said.

“I encourage all eligible young Victorians to consider applying for a once-in-a-lifetime educational opportunity.”

The Spirit of Anzac Prize also offers students the opportunity to participate in a unique education program that fosters understanding and appreciation for Australia’s Anzac spirit.

Since its inception in 2005, the Spirit of Anzac Prize has supported more than 500 students to embark on journeys to significant military and historical sites across Europe, Southeast Asia and Australia.

Applications are available at www.vic.gov.au/premiers-spirit-anzac-prize and are open until April 29.

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