How it works.
Helping young people (18-30 years) through mentoring, education, creating opportunities and building networks and contacts which provides an invaluable kick start to careers in the Australian Sheep Industry.
2026 Applications Now Open.
Applications for the 2026 Peter Westblade Scholarship are now open. Closing 20th March, 2026 at 9pm AEST. Conditions Apply.
About the Peter Westblade Scholarship.
The Peter Westblade Scholarship honors the late Peter Westblade a true visionary, passionate about breeding profitable sheep and a strong supporter of young people interested in agriculture.
Why does the Scholarship exist?
The Peter Westblade Scholarship exists to promote the practical skills associated with the sheep and aims to deliver hands on experience and mentoring to young people aspiring for a career in this dynamic industry.
“ The Peter Westblade Scholarship helps introduce you to more mentors, generating greater exposure to many different aspects of the industry.”
Brett Stockings, 2019 PWS Recipient
Objectives.
Provide practical hands on education and mentoring opportunities for young people (18-30 years) wanting a career in the Australian sheep industry.
Encourage young people into the sheep industry by demonstrating and showing opportunities and career pathways.
Promote and demonstrate new technologies within the sheep industry.
Scope.
The Peter Westblade Scholarship provides:
Mentoring from industry innovators and leaders
Practical training appropriate to the skill set required in the sheep industry
Opportunities to be involved in sheep industry research trials and projects
Promotion, utilisation and adoption of new technologies
Selection Process.
The Peter Westblade Scholarship aims to identify, train and develop the next generation of leaders amongst young men and women in the Australian sheep industry.
The scholarship is looking for young people who meet the following criteria.
Aged 18 to 30
Have a passion for the sheep industry
Is someone who wants to make a difference (no matter how small)
Is someone who sees their future in the sheep industry