Queen Elizabeth II Award of Music

Notice is given that the Committee administering the above fund will give consideration to an award or awards to the Marlborough/Kaikōura candidate (or candidates) 18 years of age or under, who in 2024 passed the Royal School of Music or Trinity College of Music examinations, minimum of Grade VIII instrumental or Grade VI vocal (whether or not the candidate was examined within the Marlborough or Kaikōura districts).

The residency qualifications are a minimum of one year for residents of Marlborough/Kaikōura, though students who happen to be temporarily residing in other areas are eligible.

The Awards Committee will consider nominations received. It is at their discretion whether or not to make an award.

Nominations must be received in writing addressed to the District Secretary, Marlborough District Council, PO Box 443, Blenheim 7240 on or before Thursday 16 January 2025.

There are no nomination forms, but it would be of assistance for the Awards Committee to receive background information in support of any nomination lodged, including any examination results.

Any queries should be directed to Tony Quirk at tony.quirk@marlborough.govt.nz

Nadine Taylor

Mayor