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Josephine studied a Bachelor of Criminal Justice. She spent 6 months working in the Netherlands before securing a job as a disability support worker back home.
From: Gundijimara Land (Heywood VIC)
After school: University
Colby works as a firefighter for Fire Rescue Victoria. He responds to a variety of emergencies including car accidents, house fires and hazmat incidents.
From: Djadjawurung Land (Carisbrook VIC)
After School: Work
After school Jessie studied a Bachelor of Nursing. She completed her graduate year at St Vincent's Hospital in Melbourne and is now working at the Emergency Department of Austin Hospital Melbourne.
From: Djadjawurung Land (St Arnaud VIC)
After school: University
Tom felt burnout after year 12 so he decided to take a year off to work and travel. He couldn't recommend the experience enough.
From: Jaitmathang Land (Dederang VIC)
After school: University
Baydon decided that university wasn't for him. Instead, he worked as a casual at Ritchie's IGA and is now working for PFD - Australia's largest foodservice distributor.
From: Wergaia Land (Warracknabeal VIC)
After school: Work
Rahni loves her local community and has worked to create a life for herself without university.
From: Gundijimara Land (Timboon VIC)
After school: Volunteering, Work