General News
Forward speed needed to maintain Bay’s momentum
30/08/2024 Source: BOP Business News Figures shared between Western Bay of Plenty and Waikato in a recent report highlight the regions’ significant growth surge, and what the opportunities and challenges…
Read MoreHow do we bridge the gap between education and business to build our future workforce?
One of the keys to sustaining growth in a region lies in nurturing future talent. That’s why connecting students with industry is an important strategy. Through initiatives like school visits…
Read MoreSpeed dating for careers: Students gain real insights from professionals
The Onramp Workshop held at Aquinas College in August, facilitated by Stand Tall, was a carefully crafted programme designed to help students in vocational pathways explore and identify their values,…
Read MoreInstep Young Leaders meet National MPs: A day of insight and engagement
In a recent meeting, four of the Instep Young Leaders Jack Muir – Tauranga Boys’ College, Penny Doull – Tauranga Girls’ College, Luke Tuhairwe – Bethlehem College and Eva Lynch…
Read MoreFrom the South Pole to success: Leadership lessons for future leaders
At the Instep Young Leaders’ Breakfast, held early August at the University of Waikato, our aspiring leaders were introduced to core leadership principles through an engaging and adventure-filled session. The…
Read MoreTauranga’s largest career expo this week
Source: Priority One Canvas Careers Expo provides an opportunity to explore a diverse range of career opportunities. Knowing what to do when leaving school is an age-old dilemma for many…
Read MoreYoung Innovators Awards reached thrilling finale in Tauranga
Source: Priority One YIA Awards 2024. Photo / Salina Galvan Photography An innovative app that directs people where to safely recycle their old technology has won this year’s supreme award…
Read MoreCelebrating future innovators
Source: Priority One Ben Cain. Images supplied by Saejung Oh-Walsh, Priority One. After supporting thousands through its ranks since its inception in 2009, New Zealand’s largest youth innovation programme, yia!…
Read MoreCanvas Careers Expo: A key event for Tauranga’s future workforce
The Canvas Careers Expo, held last week for students and job seekers is essential for the regions economic growth, with more than 60 tertiary and training providers, alongside key business…
Read MoreGrowing our strong start-up community. Enterprise Angels Pitch Night
A strong and growing start-up community is an essential element in building a resilient, high-value economy. Priority One is a strategic partner of local angel investment entity, Enterprise Angels, and…
Read MorePositioning for growth
Toi Kai Rawa, the Bay of Plenty’s Māori Economic Development agency, is thrilled to announce the return of the Toi Ki Tua Māori Professional Internship programme for the summer of…
Read MoreFestival for the Future: A journey of leadership and innovation
In mid July, we took a group of eight Instep Young Leaders on a journey to attend the Festival for the Future (FFTF) in Wellington. Sponsored by Instep Priority One,…
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