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Ivy back on track!

Friday, 10 February 2012
Business Administration graduate, Ivy Ormsby.
Ivy Ormsby thought she knew her way around a computer, until she studied business administration that is!

Horticulture not just about getting your hands dirty

Monday, 30 January 2012
Horticulture graduate, Janette Cowan.
Introducing horticulture graduate Janette Cowan – this gorgeous young woman loves the outdoors and was naturally drawn to a career in the varied world of horticulture.

Passion for music leads to fresh start

Thursday, 19 January 2012
Jeff Kildare
Thirty-two year old Jeff Kildare is serious about his music – he lives and breathes it and is passionate about helping upcoming young artists to make their mark on the world.

Graduate Story - Karyn Wills

Friday, 28 January 2011
Health Care Assistance graduate Karyn Wills
For Karyn Wills, Certificate in Health Care Assistant graduate, there are simply not enough words to describe how ecstatic she is since embarking on her new career journey. To say the least, it has been life-changing.

Graduate Story - Vivienne Woledge

Wednesday, 26 January 2011
Vivienne Woodledge
After a year of being ‘on the bread line,’ Vivienne Woledge decided to brush up on her skills to ensure she was ready to offer employers a fresh and up-to-the-minute skill set. Studying at local tertiary provider, Bay of Plenty Polytechnic, was a no-brainer for the former Tauranga local.

Graduate Story - Rick Sollitt

Monday, 24 January 2011
Rick Sollitt
Former chef and New Zealand Army infantry man Rick Sollitt has had a diverse career over his 40 years. Rick reached that point in life when he needed a career change with more flexible hours. The sun/surf lifestyle of the Bay proved a popular draw card so he moved to Tauranga.

Graduate Story - Joelene Ranby

Friday, 21 January 2011
Joelene Ranby
Twenty-five year old Joelene Ranby is the first to admit she sets high goals for herself - and she hasn’t missed one yet. She is now not only a fully qualified Chartered Accountant, but she’s also managed to pick up some awe-inspiring awards along the way whilst completing her qualifications.

Graduate Story - Raewyn Harvey

Wednesday, 19 January 2011
Raewyn Harvey
Raewyn Harvey has got front row tickets at every Bay of Plenty netball game and she’s not just a spectator. In fact, this Bay of Plenty Polytechnic graduate is the brains and coordinator behind the entire event!

Graduate Story - Tanya O'Brien

Sunday, 17 January 2010
Tanya O'Brien
Former Trident High School student Tanya O’Brien is proving age is no barrier when it comes to running a successful business.