Posts by Melissa Mae
Instep Young Leaders take the stage at the Priority One AGM
The Young Leaders’ Forum provides opportunities to step up and step out and two brave students did just that at this year’s Priority One AGM. It was a moment to…
Read MoreReflection on the 2023 Instep Young Leaders’ Forum.
In a celebration of commitment and dedication, 27 students from nine local secondary schools were lauded at this year’s Instep Young Leaders’ Forum graduation and final breakfast. The year-long program,…
Read MoreThe skies the limit: Mount Maunganui College students explore Tauranga Airport with JNP Aviation.
In early September, the Tourism class from Mount Maunganui College had the extraordinary opportunity to explore the bustling world of Tauranga Airport, all thanks to the gracious hospitality of JNP…
Read MoreBridging education with business.
Last term, we had the privilege of hosting our second AP/ DP day out with the senior leadership team from our local secondary schools. Every AP/DP experience is carefully crafted…
Read MoreInvesting in tomorrow’s visionaries: yia! finalists workshop 2023
We’re thrilled to share some highlights from our recent 2023 yia! Finalists’ Workshop, hosted in collaboration with Circularity, bringing students an XLabs learning experience. The workshop was designed to introduce…
Read MoreExploring global business: Otumoetai’s business studies class visits Mainfreight
Otumoetai’s Year 13 business studies class recently had an opportunity to dive into the fast-paced world of global logistics with an informative visit to Mainfreight. Mainfreight, a global logistics provider,…
Read MoreSwipedOn inspires Otumoetai College business students
Otumoetai College’s Year 12 Business Studies class recently embarked on a unique and educational journey into the world of business through a captivating visit from the team at SwipedOn. This…
Read MoreInsights from the Instep Young Leaders’ Forum breakfast with the University of Waikato
We are thrilled to share a recap of the recent Young Leaders’ Forum breakfast that took place with Joe Macfarlane, Director, Tauranga Campus Development and Operations and Kennedy Wiltshier, Student…
Read MoreEmpowering change: A new initiative to combat family violence in New Zealand schools
In a recent meeting with MP Angie Warren-Clark, Instep’s Young Leader, Robert Unsworth, proposed an initiative aimed at combating family violence. The meeting was for Robert to raise awareness about…
Read MoreBreaking barriers: Empowering Wāhine in Trades with Vertical Horizons New Zealand
Vertical Horizons New Zealand (VHNZ) recently organised an event spotlighting women in trades, focused on dismantling gender stereotypes and fostering diversity within traditionally male-dominated industries. VHNZ has been in the…
Read MoreExploring the Future of Work: A gateway to future possibilities at Tauranga’s Canvas Careers Expo
The annual Canvas Careers Expo, held on August 10th and 11th at the Mercury Baypark Arena, once again proved to be the Western Bay of Plenty’s premier event for the…
Read MoreCelebrating the brightest talents in Bay of Plenty’s horticulture industry
We are delighted to share with you the excitement and success of the Bay of Plenty Young Grower of the Year, that took place at Mercury Baypark on Wednesday, July…
Read More