A girl in a school uniform standing at the entrance of the Council offices, holding up a scholarship certificate and standing next to Mayor Lydia Gliddon wearing her mayoral chains

A dozen talented Selwyn teenagers are being supported to continue their education through the Selwyn District Council Tertiary Scholarships.

This year, 12 scholarships were awarded to students across Selwyn District Council to support them in higher education.

The Selwyn District Council Tertiary Scholarships recognise and encourage our district’s secondary school students to strive for excellence - whether that’s in academic achievement, sport, culture, the arts, social responsibility, or other areas of community life.

These scholarships also celebrate students who have shown real resilience and determination, overcoming barriers to achieve their goals. Two scholarships were awarded to students from each of Selwyn’s four high schools, along with four district-wide scholarships.

Molly O’Reilly from Rolleston, pictured above with Mayor Lydia Gliddon, was among the recipients, and will be putting the scholarship towards her first year at the University of Canterbury studying English, Philosophy and French. Along with an excellent academic record, competing at national athletics championships and being a volunteer, Molly has also overcame a battle with anorexia. Receiving the scholarship was a proud moment and also a huge opportunity to allow her to pursue her dreams for study.

“I think it’s an incredible opportunity. Without it I wouldn’t have been able to study the things I want to do. I wouldn’t have had resources to do some of the courses. I didn’t know if I was going to get a scholarship and I’m so grateful.

Last modified: 23 Dec 2025 10:42am