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William, a Career and Skills Development student supported by A Start in Life
Student Story

How William Found His Voice

A quiet student who didn't think he belonged found the one thing he was good at: bringing people together.

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Oswald, a student supported by A Start in Life through Career and Skills Development mentoring
Student Story

From Sleeping Rough to Exercise Science

At fifteen, Oswald chose the street over an unsafe home. A mentor's simple question sent him somewhere he never expected.

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Blair, a final year veterinary student supported by A Start in Life
Student Story

The Road to Becoming a Vet

Condemned housing, a swimming pool car park at dawn, and one more exam. Meet a final year vet student who would not stop.

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Lachlan, a first year radiation therapy student supported by A Start in Life
Student Story

The Doctor His Family Never Got

Growing up an hour from the nearest hospital, Lachlan is training to become the doctor his own family always needed.

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