Nominate a student for a Sonia Walkom Memorial Award

Nominations are now open for the Sonia Walkom Memorial Award.

This award recognises the dedication of students enrolled in the Certificate IV in Real Estate Practice (CPP41419) at TAFE NSW Newcastle, TAFE NSW Cessnock, TAFE NSW Maitland, or via TAFE Digital.

The award honours students who demonstrate exceptional attendance, self-discipline, and a strong interest in the real estate sector. Recognising these qualities helps boost student confidence and positively influences their future career prospects.

In 2015, Scott Walkom and the team at Walkom Real Estate established the award in partnership with the Hunter TAFE Foundation. It honours Sonia Walkom and her enthusiasm for continuous learning throughout her successful career.

Nominations for the Sonia Walkom Memorial Award close at 5 pm (AEDT) Friday, 20 March 2026.

To be eligible for nomination, the student must:

• be enrolled in the Certificate IV in Real Estate Practice (CPP41419) at TAFE NSW Newcastle, TAFE NSW Cessnock, TAFE NSW Maitland or via TAFE Digital
• live in the Newcastle or Hunter region
• be motivated to work in the real estate sector
• demonstrate commitment to their studies and career goals (you can provide evidence by listing achievements, skills or strengths)
• demonstrate positive academic values to represent TAFE NSW and the Hunter TAFE Foundation (you can provide evidence via grades, attendance records or character traits)
• not have received a scholarship from the Hunter TAFE Foundation in the 12 months prior to 20 March 2026.

For more details, check out the Sonia Walkom Memorial Award Terms and conditions.

Have a question about the award? Email us at scholarships@tafensw.edu.au.

TAFE NSW offers a range of support services for students, including free and confidential counselling.

We understand that sharing your personal or financial circumstances can be emotionally challenging, so please do not hesitate to reach out if you need support.

To arrange an appointment with a counsellor, call 131 601 and select Option 5, then Option 2.

You can also use this number to access Disability Services or request a referral to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander student support.

For more information on the resources available to you, visit the Student Services homepage.

Every year, TAFE NSW awards hundreds of scholarships and study grants.

To find the one that is right for you, visit the TAFE NSW Scholarships homepage.