About the Scheme
This grant supports Network members to attend a recognised conference in their field, conditional on submitting an oral or poster presentation on a cancer research topic as the presenting author. The scheme prioritises regional researchers, enabling them to share findings, build collaborations, and return with skills and practical approaches that strengthen research capacity and improve cancer care in regional communities.
Funding Available
- Domestic (within Australia): up to AUD $1,500 (ex GST)
- International (outside Australia): up to AUD $6,000 (ex GST)
Covers conference registration, transport and accommodation only.
Eligibility
- Be a current Network member.
- Be the presenting author on a submitted oral or poster presentation on a cancer research topic. (Acceptance of an abstract is not required to be eligible for funding; however, funding is conditional on submission of an abstract.)
- Demonstrate alignment with the Network’s aims.
- Travel occurs within the funding window.
- One application per applicant for this scheme.
See the full guidelines for detailed eligibility and conditions.
What’s Covered
- Eligible: registration; economy air/rail; local ground transport; accommodation for the presentation period (within ATO reasonable limits).
- Not eligible: per diems/meals/incidentals; visas; travel insurance; memberships; non-essential workshops; equipment; poster printing; alcohol; personal travel/extended stays; guests/plus-ones (incl. additional dinner tickets).
Key Dates
- Applications open: 22 October 2025
- Applications close: Open until funds are expended or by 31 May 2026
- Notification of outcomes: Within 10 business days of submission
- Travel window: 1 November 2025 – 31 May 2026