2014 Award Winners
2014 Apprentice of the Year - Winner
Kara Bottrell
Cindy’s Hair & Beauty
Hairdressing
Kara has become an indispensable member of Cindy’s team. She has developed into a highly skilled and proficient stylist with the passion to be the best that she can be.
2014 Apprentice of the Year - Runner Up
Joshua Voigt
SA Water – Water Engineering Technologies
Engineering
Joshua follows in the fine tradition of SA Water apprentices as finalists in these Awards. He displays a high level of skill and dedication in his chosen vocation.
2014 Trainee of the Year - Winner
Louise Beech
Hotondo Homes Riverland
Administration
Louise shows initiative, motivation and dedication to her chosen vocation and her studies. She has become an important member of the Hotondo team. Louise has clear goals for her future and is excited about the creative opportunities the building industry has to offer.
2014 Trainee of the Year - Winner
Emily Cocks
The Renmark Hotel
Hospitality
Emily is a valued team member at the Renmark Hotel. She is well respected by her peers and is popular with the clientele. Emily has developed her hospitality skills to an outstanding level.
2014 Trainee of the Year - Runner Up
Roy Grenfell
Bookpurnong Fruits
Horticulture
Roy has built on prior learning to forge a career in a new industry. He is a highly motivated and talented employee at Bookpurnong Fruits, where he excels in his daily duties.
2014 Industry Winner - Automotive
Mark Cameron
Waikerie Crash
Automotive
Mark has been an exceptional apprentice and is an asset to Waikerie Crash. His customer service, work ethic and all round skills make him a valued employee.
2014 Industry Winner - Building & Construction
Fahri Somuncu
SMGT Hosted by Hotondo Homes Riverland
Building & Construction
Fahri is hardworking, honest and reliable. He has flourished during his apprenticeship to develop into a leader within the Hotondo team.
2014 Industry Winner - Electrical
James Horvat
SMGT Hosted by Yates Electrical Services
Electrical
James has excelled at his studies and has become a highly skilled Electrician. His work ethic and quality of work do both him and his employer proud.
2014 Industry Winner - Engineering
Joshua Voigt
SA Water – Water Engineering Technologies
Engineering
Joshua follows in the fine tradition of SA Water apprentices as finalists in these Awards. He displays a high level of skill and dedication in his chosen vocation.
2014 Industry Winner - Hairdressing
Kara Bottrell
Cindy’s Hair & Beauty
Hairdressing
Kara has become an indispensable member of Cindy’s team. She has developed into a highly skilled and proficient stylist with the passion to be the best that she can be.
2014 School Based Apprentice of the Year - Winner
Benjamin Pilgrim
SMGT Hosted by Big River Development
Certificate III in Carpentry
Ben shows a strong passion for the Building Industry. While undertaking his School Based Apprenticeship, Ben has completed his SACE. He has impressive goals for the future.
2014 School Based Trainee of the Year - Winner
Klaudia Gregurec
The Renmark Hotel
Certificate III in Hospitality
Klaudia has completed certificate 3 in Hospitality during Year 12, while working at The Renmark Hotel. She has also completed a Duke of Edinburgh Award during this time. Klaudia mentors young people in her community and has aspirations towards teaching.
2014 School Based Trainee of the Year - Winner
Holly Modra
Mallee Mobile Childcare on the Go Service
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Holly has a real passion for childcare and has been studying for the Diploma in Children’s Services, while completing Year 12 and working part time with Mallee COGS. Holly is family oriented and hopes one day to work overseas in a kindergarten orphanage.
2014 School Based Trainee of the Year - Runner Up
Joanna Platten
White Lion Inc.
Certificate III in Business Administration
Joanna has a passion for the community and helping others. She has a strong sense of team work and completed her Certificate 3 in Business Administration during Year 12, whilst also working for White Lion.
2014 Vocational Educational Student of the Year - Winner
Madeline Ziegler
Waikerie High School
Certificate III in Aged Care and Disability
Madeline has been studying Certificate 3 in Aged Care and Disability, whilst completing her education at Waikerie High School. She shows a strong passion to pursue a career so she can give back to her local community.
2014 Vocational Educational Student of the Year - Runner Up
Sharna Linke
Waikerie High School
Diploma of Children’s Services
Sharna has undertaken a Diploma in Children’s Services while studying at Waikerie High School. She has been described as a model student portraying excellent work and study qualities.
2014 Vocational Educational Student of the Year - Runner Up
Ellie Gillard
Loxton High School
Cert III in Children’s Services
Ellie has been undertaking Certificate 3 in Children’s Services while completing Year 12 at Loxton High School. She is active within the community and has a clear vision for her future.
