Stories of change
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Stories of change
Licence a bridge to employment for Emileo
26 Nov 2024
Having already completed his 50 hours of supervised driving, Emileo reached out to the KRCIC driving training program, to help him brush up on his skills and prepare for the driving assessment.
First licence in the family a pathway to opportunity for Amy
26 Nov 2024
Amy enrolled in the McGovern Foundation’s Wanderer Program, which is a Driving Access and Equity Program grant recipient. With the support of driving supervisor Eliza, Amy slowly built up her confidence.
Narrah on the wave to success
26 Nov 2024
Narrah, a 17-year-old from Esperance has grown up next to the sea, so it’s hardly a surprise that his surfboard can usually be found on the roof racks of his car.
Licence and a job - all in a day’s work for Ashvita
26 Nov 2024
“The day I did my test, I had an interview in the afternoon. The employer said, if you get your licence, you have the job. I got the licence, and I got the job,” said Ashvita.
Distance not a barrier to getting a licence - with a little help
26 Nov 2024
Lincoln contacted Jude from YIC (Youth Involvement Council) who enrolled him in their Drive2Thrive program. Lincoln already completed his Keys 4 Life, and quickly progressed from driving lessons to supervised hours, to passing his HPT.
Clarissa's licence a life changer
26 Nov 2024
The Department of Transport’s Remote Service team worked with Clarissa, a 20-year-old mother of three kids under the age of three who had moved from Kalgoorlie to Esperance last year to create a better life for her and her children.
Confidence and determination a winning formula for Lillian
26 Nov 2024
Lillian enrolled in Real Future’s Driver Support Program in the hope of finally obtaining her licence after a determined 8-year journey.
Slow and steady gets Stella to her goal
26 Nov 2024
MEEDAC’s driving mentor Amanda worked with Stella, starting off slow and practising with her in a parking lot. As her knowledge and understanding of road rules and safe driving techniques grew, so did her confidence.
Chloe's commitment key to success
26 Nov 2024
Chloe signed up to MEEDAC’s driving program to increase her chances of gaining full time employment and be able to get to work at night, without relying on her family for transport.
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