Applications for the 2025 Ernest Scott Prize are now open.
The Ernest Scott Prize is awarded annually for original published research that contributes to the history of Australia or New Zealand, or to the history of colonisation in these countries.
Eligibility
To be eligible for this prize, you must:
- have published original research on the history of Australia or New Zealand (edited or republished works are not eligible);
- have the work published during the two calendar years immediately prior to the first day of January of the year in which it is to be awarded; and,
- live in Australia or New Zealand or the respective external territories.
Application process All applications must be submitted by publishers on behalf of authors via the Ernest Scott Prize webpage.
Applications close 5 January 2025.
For more information about the Prize and how to apply, visit the Ernest Scott Prize webpage here.