Posts by Melissa Mae

What does it take to land a career at the intersection of adventure, people, and precision? For a group of Year 12 students from Mt Maunganui College, the answer came…

When Ezra reflects on his time with Ara Rau, it is the hands-on, practical nature of the experience that stands out. From forklift training to barista skills, the programme offered…

The Tauranga Moana Regional Talent forum brought together an energised mix of educators, employers, changemakers, and community leaders, all leaning into one shared goal: building a future of work that…

Across two engaging evenings, 89 local students had the opportunity to gain practical insights and real-world career advice at events hosted by Holland Beckett Law (HOBEC). Organised by Christabel Namburi,…

On Friday 27 June, students from across the Western Bay of Plenty and as far as Hauraki Plains stepped into the world of horticulture. Cultivate Your Career was more than…

Our Instep Young Leaders gathered for a morning of motivation, insights, and practical wellness strategies at the recent Business Breakfast hosted by Toi Ohomai. The morning offered participants personal insights…

Recently, Instep had the privilege of taking Associate Principals and Deputy Principals (AP/DP’s) from our secondary schools across the Western Bay of Plenty on a behind-the-scenes industry tour, giving them…

Youth Fest 2025 was more than just a day of music and activity-it was a genuine celebration of youth voice, creativity, and leadership across Tauranga Moana. Entirely youth-led and thoughtfully…

Our commitment The construction sector is essential to the Western Bay of Plenty’s growth. In partnership with local businesses and stakeholders, Priority One is committed to delivering targeted, sector-led workforce…

It’s not every day that you get to stand on the deck of a tugboat, hearing from the people who operate them and learning just how many moving parts it…

Across Aotearoa, many industries are grappling with the same challenge: finding and keeping skilled talent. Whether it’s engineering, infrastructure, planning, or professional services, the need to build a strong, local…