The TechStep event returned for its second year on 29 May, hosted at the Les Munro Centre and coordinated by Waitomo District Council (WDC).

Thanks to funding from the Auckland Regional Chamber of Commerce and the generous support of Number Twelve, Aotahi, Ōtorohanga Employment Hub, and Te Nehenehenui – the Iwi Authority – the event provided students with a full day of hands-on tech experiences and career exploration.

More than 350 students, along with teachers and parent helpers, attended from schools across the Waitomo and Ōtorohanga districts. They had the opportunity to engage directly with industry professionals, interact with practical tech exhibits, and learn about the diverse qualifications and pathways available in the tech sector.

We are actively seeking future funding to ensure TechStep continues to grow, giving our rural students the opportunity to stay connected to an ever-evolving digital world.