by Lesley Webb | Sep 30, 2024 | 30 Stories for 30 Years
Ryan Trotter recently took a trip to the Australian outback. There in the Northern Territory, he tramped, camped and climbed a mountain or two too, before coming home. Next he’s thinking about a trip to Antarctica. “I noticed that I was a lot less stressed [than my...
by Lesley Webb | Sep 27, 2024 | 30 Stories for 30 Years
Elyjana Roach is reflecting on the flight she took from Wellington to Auckland for her Keystone Study Award interview. “I was extremely grateful to be welcomed into a legacy that has really changed people’s lives. Keystone has been a huge part of building exposure,...
by Lesley Webb | Sep 25, 2024 | 30 Stories for 30 Years
Patrick Watta’s wardrobe was a little bit different when he turned up for his Keystone Trust Scholarship interview. “You’re part of a cohort that is now 30 years old. It’s amazing to see the guys I studied with, and the growth in their careers, as well as mine.”...
by Lesley Webb | Sep 23, 2024 | 30 Stories for 30 Years
Such great choice. So many options. How was Raukura Turei ever going to choose her tertiary pathway? “There’s the monetary side of the scholarship, which was very beneficial, coming from a [sole parent] family with little money. But for me, the benefits from...
by Lesley Webb | Sep 20, 2024 | 30 Stories for 30 Years
Zak Mataa’s journey exemplifies the power of perseverance and the impact of mentorship. Having experienced both sides, he understands firsthand how a mentor can assist with shaping someone’s future. Reflecting on his student days, Zak remembers “being on the other...