Waikato District Council is proud to have supported the Graeme Dingle Foundation to establish the Career Navigator programme Huntly College, helping to open doors for rangatahi (young people) to explore their future pathways.
Thanks to kick-starter funding from the Huntly Community Board, students have been meeting regularly with local volunteer mentors, including business leaders and council staff, to explore their strengths, career interests and transferable skills. Mentors have guided students in writing CVs, preparing for interviews, and communicating confidently across different settings.
“The funding from the Huntly Community Board allowed us to launch the programme, get established in the community and connect students with local businesses and education providers,” says Graeme Dingle Foundation Career Navigator Coordinator, Billie Searling. “For many of the students, this was their first chance to see how wide their options truly are.”
Huntly Community Board Chair, Eden Wawatai, adds:
“This is exactly the kind of mahi we want to kick-start in our community. The board is proud to have supported the expansion of Graeme Dingle Foundation activity into Huntly College, and the difference it’s already making for local youth pathways and community connections.”
Through this early funding support, Huntly rangatahi are gaining valuable career insights and leadership opportunities, bringing to life council’s goal of building liveable, connected and thriving communities.
Waikato District Council is pleased to have helped enable recent Graeme Dingle Foundation initiatives in Huntly and Ngaaruawaahia in helping local rangatahi build confidence, develop new skills, and strengthen pride in their communities.
You can read about the Ngaaruawaahia Primary Kiwi Can kids ‘Beautifying Ngaaruawaahia’ project here.
