Latest Western Chances News
Terry Bracks AM career of giving and chances
Thu, 17th August 2017It has been 13 years since Terry Bracks AM founded Western Chances in 2004. As a former teacher, and wife of the Premier of Victoria at the time, Terry wanted to use her position of influence to make a difference in her own community. Her enthusiasm and passion for working with young people grew from a series of circumstances and opportunities.
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College Captain & scholarship recipient takes leadership in her stride
Thu, 17th August 2017Makayla Cradock is a Western Chances scholarship recipient who has grasped opportunities for personal growth with both hands. Taking on new challenges has become a habit for this inspirational young leader.
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Scholarship recipient encourages young aspiring lawyers: “Just go for it”
Thu, 17th August 2017If you attended our Scholarship Award Ceremony two years ago, you may recognise Melissa Le Fevre as our inspiring recipient speaker. During her speech, Melissa shared details of the barriers she has overcome to finish her education and pursue a career in law.
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Refugee and Scholarship recipient finds hope and gratitude connecting with others
Thu, 17th August 2017Joseph Alkarra was born and raised in Damascus, the capital of the Syrian Arab Republic, and came to Australia as a refugee.
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Nominator Spotlight: Ann Goller Williamstown High School
Fri, 28th July 2017Ann Goller is a passionate Western Chances nominator who has gone above and beyond to support her students to overcome financial barriers and set them on the path to achieving their dreams. Ann was recognised by Western Chances for her dedication as the winner of the 2017 Helen Worladge Award.
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OTHER NEWS ITEMS
- Western Chances Scholarship recipient on Q&A panel
- Western Chances Alumni Brainstorm Session
- Communication: the key to a bright future for scholarship recipient
- Scholarship recipient honoured to represent Australia at Washington’s Capitol Hill
- Making a difference with medicine: Scholarship recipient inspired to pursue a career in patient care
- Good Business Forum 2017 Wrap Up
- New Alumni Community Program – Word from the Wise
- Alumni Business Spotlight: Leesa Ward from Double-E Design
- Western Chances Alumni Abid Khan: Star of the stage and medicine
- 2017 Western Chances Scholarship Award Ceremony
- Outstanding Year 12 completion Western Chances Scholarship Recipients
- Big Dreams for women in Melbourne’s west
- From music to journalism: Scholarship recipient carves out a promising career
- Western Chances alumni receives Premier’s top volunteering honour
- Western Chances scholarship recipient dancing towards a bright future
- Nominator Spotlight: Keilor Downs College
- A year in the life of a Western Chances Alumni Community Program member
- Alumni Natasha Jones on International Day of People with Disability: “We want the same thing as you”
- Recipient receives spark of inspiration at Engineering Camp
- The latest Western Chances Board update
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