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An inspirational Keystone journey shows that character trumps all

An inspirational Keystone journey shows that character trumps all

by Lesley Webb | May 27, 2024 | 30 Stories for 30 Years

Jethro Giles made his first financial killing when just eight years old. Rather than simply seeking a contribution from his parents for a school fundraising scheme and leaving it at that, he maximised the profits by signing up donors at the local supermarket. Kitted...
From the West Coast of the South Island to heading an inner-city Sydney office

From the West Coast of the South Island to heading an inner-city Sydney office

by Lesley Webb | May 20, 2024 | 30 Stories for 30 Years

It’s a long way from being a ‘bush kid’ on the West Coast of the South Island to heading an inner-city Sydney office, but that’s where Steve Bushby has landed. “The Keystone network helped me access a wide range of opportunities that I would never have had...
Stewardship Takes Alumni Passion into Career Niche

Stewardship Takes Alumni Passion into Career Niche

by Lesley Webb | May 8, 2024 | 30 Stories for 30 Years

Long before it became an industry buzzword, Keystone alumni Samantha McGavock has been walking the talk on sustainability, fortified by a deep connection and reverence for the environment through her Māori heritage. “The value of the strong relationships I have made...
Alumni Journey One of Steel Resolve Through Hardship

Alumni Journey One of Steel Resolve Through Hardship

by Lesley Webb | May 2, 2024 | 30 Stories for 30 Years

In 2021, Asalemo Lilomaiava was spread thin. Balancing a demanding schedule of shift work to support his family, and caring for a member undergoing medical treatment, all while in his final year completing a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering with Honours. “I didn’t...
From helping out at his uncle’s farm on semester break to leading prominent law firm’s national resource management team

From helping out at his uncle’s farm on semester break to leading prominent law firm’s national resource management team

by Lesley Webb | Apr 30, 2024 | 30 Stories for 30 Years

“I am fascinated at seeing the development of schemes such as housing subdivisions. I believe that in the property industry I can contribute to development, but keep that in harmony with the environment.” That was Joshua Leckie, aged 17, applying for a Keystone...
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