Our Graduates

	Abby Scott, Reporter, One News Abby graduated from the NZBS in Journalism and started her careers in the Wellington newsroom, later joining the Breakfast team. She now works as a member of the 6pm news team for TVNZ. Despite being Wellington based Abby often finds herself reporting the news from small town New Zealand. Standing in paddocks in the pouring rain is just part of the job, she says.
	Alexi O'Brien, Reporter, ONE News, TVNZ Qantas Award for Best Student Journalist, 2005. After graduating from the NZBS Alexi joined TVNZ’s Auckland newsroom as an intern moving to a permanent role on the Assignments and Foreign Desks later that year. The next year Alexi transferred to Wellington to work on Breakfast, joining the ONE News team as a Dunedin-based reporter covering Otago/Southland. She moved back to the Wellington ONE News team in 2008.
	Andrew Gourdie, Sport Reporter/Presenter, 3 News "After failing miserably in my attempts to become a professional footballer, I decided a career in sports journalism was the next best thing. " Andrew graduated from the NZBS in 2004, and was an intern at Sky TV for a year before moving to 3 News. He covers football and cricket for 3 Sport, and has twice been named NZ Football Television Reporter of the year, as well as twice being a finalist in the Sir Terry McLean Sports Journalism awards. "The NZBS is the perfect launching pad for a career in broadcast journalism. Now I have my dream job covering some of the biggest sporting events in the world including the upcoming FIFA World Cup in South Africa".
	Andrew Saville, Sports Anchor, ONE News NZBS graduate Andrew Saville is an award–winning sports journalist whose career in broadcast journalism spans 15 years. He started at Newstalk ZB Christchurch, then to Auckland with Paul Holmes and then Radio Sport. Andrew won the Sir Terry McLean Sports Journalist of the Year Award in 2006, and the top sports news broadcast award last year for his coverage of the 2007 World Cup.
	Andy Turley, Web Editor, Trends Publishing International Ltd The NZBS started me on the path that included Creative, Production, Breakfast Show Producing, Imaging, Web management... and all the bits in between. After 7 years in radio I've moved into print and web publishing, with a company that thinks globally, but drinks coffee in Ellerslie. Having solid industry knowledge is essential and the NZBS gave me that; but possibly the most valuable aspect of the NZBS course is the network of close friends that develops from spending far too much time together.
	Arrun Soma, Reporter, One News, TVNZ Arrun studied broadcast journalism at the NZBS and started as an intern at TVNZ. He soon became a full-time news reporter working in both the Christchurch and Wellington bureaux .. travelling much of the South Island and now the lower North Island. “Studying at the NZBS not only taught me the craft skills needed to be a television reporter, but it also made me appreciate the true value of journalism in New Zealand, and how the media have such an important role in society. It taught me the passion and compassion needed in this job, to tell the stories of real, every day Kiwis.”
	Asher Bastion, Programme Director, Life FM Asher trained at the NZBS, graduating with his degree in 2003. He has since worked at More FM and Channel Z in Wellington, More FM Auckland and now Life FM. He has also worked in television news, presenting Shine TV's national news programme, Nzone Tonight. "It's awesome to be able to lead a great group of broadcasters," says Asher. ‘My job is to make sure that Life FM is real and relevant to today’s generation”.
	Bruce Johnstone - Former Director, Gisborne Media Ltd. Winner of nine NZ Radio Awards for Gisborne’s 89FM. I found the Bachelor of Broadcasting Communications to be an excellent course that really developed my understanding of media in New Zealand and allowed me to focus on a major research project that was very relevant to my work as a station manager. It also got me back into study and I have gone on to complete an MBA and start some other post graduate research.
	Carthew Neal, Director/Producer, Fumes TV Carthew's latest project is "WA$TED!", TV3's primetime popular factual series promoting clean green living. "By creating projects at the NZBS we learned how to work together in teams - essential skills in the industry. Backed up by strong technical support and 24 hr access to the facilities we were able to learn in a real life environment." Carthew has a wide-ranging experience in the UK and NZ and has directed and produced award winning projects including interactive series, documentaries, music videos & short films.
	Charlotte Whale, Producer, BBC World, London While studying towards a Law Degree at Canterbury University, Charlotte helped out at the student station RDU. She then applied and was accepted to study Broadcast Journalism at the New Zealand Broadcasting School. "While I was at the NZBS I did few stints with Newstalk ZB, TV3 and TVNZ, all the time gaining valuable business reporting experience. I was one of four to be offered an internship at TVNZ and later I was made South Island reporter for the ASB Business programme. I then moved to the Wellington newsroom working for the Breakfast programme and 6 o’clock news. Now I’m in London working for the BBC."
	Chris Lynch, Producer, Close Up, TVNZ NZBS graduate Chris Lynch started his career as a journalist at Newstalk ZB on the West Coast, the traditional proving ground for so many successful journalists in the past. While in Greymouth, Chris covered mining disasters, a police corruption scandal, countless environmental protests over giant 'endangered' snails, and even a car surfing death. After his internship, he stayed on for another six months, before his promotion to the Auckland newsroom, where he worked for two years. "I feel extremely lucky working on Close Up with the best people in the business. NZBS gave me the tools to achieve my dream job"
	Chris Nicoll, ZM Imaging Producer, Auckland 2006 NZ Radio Awards: Winner, Best Promotional or Image Trailer; Winner, Best Technical Production Commerical or Trailer; Winner, Best Technical Production Station Imaging God. Is it just me or is everyone in Radio freaking hot? Thanks to the NZBS I get all the free food, internet, CD's, magazines, and station gear I want. And it makes Stables barely uglier than me. And he's been working out. Everything I knew about radio came from the NZBS. I always recommend it. THIS is the course to do.
	Clarke Gayford, Presenter, United Travel Getaway Formerly with C4, Clarke is now co-presenter for United Travel Getaway on Prime Television. "Presenting was never like a firm goal or target. I did the degree in television production at the New Zealand Broadcasting School and weaned myself into it. I guess I was attracted to the media in general by a desire to entertain which stemmed from a number of awesome university pranks. I just wanted to find a job that meant I would never have to grow up. I think I succeeded."
	Geoff Bell, Presenter, Sticky TV Viewers may recognise Geoff from Juice TV, MTV, NZ Performance Car TV, Let's Get Inventin' and cameos on Pulp Sport... as the mascot. Now he's with Sticky TV. "I went to St Andrew's College in Christchurch where I discovered the magic of television, and then I studied TV production at the New Zealand Broadcasting School. Working in TV is all I have ever wanted to do and the NZBS helped me make it happen."
	Jack Tame, ONE News Reporter, Auckland Jack first joined TVNZ in Christchurch as an intern in late 2006 while he completed his Bachelor of Broadcast Communications degree and, according to Jack, the time he spent at the NZBS more than prepared him for a career in the media. From 2007 Jack was Breakfast's man in the south, before moving to the 6pm news. He moved to the Auckland bureau in July 2009 and in the same year won TV Guide's Rising Star Award. He occasionally co–hosts Breakfast when Paul Henry can't make it.
	Jane Andrews, Jam TV, Auckland Jane cut her teeth in the newsroom but is now to be found cutting deals in the name of reality television. Jane's media career started with a journalism degree from the NZBS and an internship in the TVNZ newsroom. She then moved on to other forms of story telling - reality programmes and live shows when she and a partner started up Jam TV. Jam TV's credits include the flagship television series, Intrepid Journeys, which was followed by Marcus Lush's "Off the Rails" tracing what remains of our rail system.
	Jared Mason, Camera, One News, TVNZ Winner, Camera News, Junior, Qantas Media Awards 2003 Best News Camera Winner Qantas Media Awards 2008 Winner, Best News Camera Operator, Qantas Media Awards 2009 A wise man once said if you do a job you love you will never work a day in your life. I love my job and while I work pretty hard it doesn't really feel like it. I've been fortunate to cover everything from the world basketball champs in Japan to the 2008 US Presidential Elections. The NZBS taught me how to focus. I'm still learning and developing my skills but the passion I developed at NZBS still boils.
	Jendy Harper, Reporter, Close Up, TVNZ Jendy's first job in television was operating an autocue for TVNZs regional news service. Within a few years, and having completed the journalism course at the NZBS, she was back working in the same studio, but this time in front of the camera - presenting news and sports bulletins for Canterbury Television. Now back with TVNZ, her work takes her all over the South Island. Her favourite assignments are those that take her into heartland New Zealand.
	Jesse Parkhill, Visual Effects Specialist, Digital Post Based on the skills I learned doing the DVPP diploma I got a job at one of New Zealand's leading post production facilities, Digital Post in Auckland. I am now employed full time in the area of visual effects as a flame operator and have worked on numerous films, commercials, and music videos. I still regard my time at DVPP as one of the most creative I have experienced. The learning environment was fantastic.
	Joy Reid, ONE News Reporter, TVNZ Christchurch. "Without the NZBS there’s no way I would’ve had the confidence or skills to step into a career in broadcast journalism. Now I'm living the “news junkie” dream … having spent four years reporting with Radio New Zealand, (earning two 2009 Radio Awards nominations along the way), I'm now back in Christchurch working for ONE News."
	Katie Chapman, Assignments Chief of Staff, One News, TVNZ Katie graduated from the NZBS and immediately went to work with the Holmes programme in Auckland. Since then she’s held various positions within the Auckland newsroom including two years as a producer for Close Up. In 2007 she was whisked away by her husband (a TVNZ colleague and fellow NZBS graduate!) to live and work in the Middle East. After that eye-opening experience and some world travel she returned to TVNZ in 2008 to take up her current role.
	Kirk Pflaum, Cinematographer, Spooce Media Kirk graduated from the NZBS in 2003, has worked for the Gibson Group and Gorilla Pictures and has his own production company. Earlier this year he entered the 48 Hours film competition on his own. He simply bought $300 worth of dolls (including Barbie dolls) from The Warehouse and made them characters in his short film. The result? 2008 Christchurch Winner and National Finalist
	Kris Faafoi, Press Secretary for Phil Goff If you want to get a foot in the door, then jam it in the door at the New Zealand Broadcasting School! The NZBS is a great learning environment. The tutors have amazing industry experience, there are small class sizes and the resources make learning as close to the real thing as possible. The NZBS sparked my career in Television News and Current Affairs which has ultimately led to my new career as a media adviser.
	Kristy Craig, Network Marketing Manager, The Rock I decided I wanted to give radio a try but I didn't have any idea where to start, so I spoke to the manager at my local radio station. She told me the most effective way to get a foot in the door was to study through the NZBS. That manager was Sussan Turner. She is now our Chief Operating Officer and a very powerful woman in the radio industry; and she was right. No other course gives you the skills or the contacts, which are both very important for the NZ radio industry. I learnt everything, from sales to announcing to technical production; all from industry experts. The NZBS is now where I go when I need to hire quality people.
	Lee Prebble, Sound Engineer, The Surgery Lee is an internationally renowned sound engineer who has worked with bands such as Trinity Roots, The Black Seeds, and on albums by The Phoenix Foundation, Spartacus R, Cornerstone Roots, Fly My Pretties and The Inkling. Lee is also a member of the band Bonanza, and was Score Mixer, Music Editor, and Original Score Performer on the recently released NZ movie, Eagle vs. Shark. He began his career studying at the NZBS, spent three-and-a-half years as an audio engineer at Marmalade Audio in Wellington and now has his own recording studio, The Surgery in Wellington.
	Lisa Owen, Reporter, One News Best Human Relations Report, QANTAS Media Awards 2004 Lisa was ONE News European correspondent in 2005 and has been based in the Auckland newsroom since 2000. Before joining TVNZ, Lisa worked for Radio New Zealand after completing her study at the NZBS. While in radio she covered such stories as the conflict in Kosovo and the Fiji coup.
	Lucy Mosley, Assistant Brand Manager, Emap Communications, UK "NZBS sets you up with confidence to shape your career into anything you want. Currently, I am working in London for the UK's leading B2B media group managing seven magazines and online portfolios. It is extremely fast paced and exciting, plus I have a budget of �450,000 to spend. The NZBS is the best place to go to prepare you for national and international career in the media."
	Mark Crysell - Europe Correspondent, TVNZ Mark was in his late 20s when he accepted a place to study Broadcast Journalism at the NZBS and he's never looked back. He is one of Television New Zealand's most senior and seasoned reporters, based in London. Mark has worked for "Sunday", "Assignment", "One News", and for the award winning arts and issues show, "Backchat". After leaving the NZBS, he began his career with Radio New Zealand News in Whangarei, then later he reported for Radio Deutsche Welle in Cologne and was Radio New Zealand's Europe Correspondent. Since 1999, Mark has amassed 13 QANTAS Media Awards including, Best Current Affairs Reporter and Television Reporter of the Year.
	Mark Dye, Announcer, ZM Drive Show There is no way I would be working at ZM in the position I am now if I hadn't completed this degree. I became well versed in all things radio, more so than graduates from other radio courses. But Broadcasting School is not all radio and learning. For me, the learning came hand in hand with a large number of hangovers; on Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays... and sometimes Mondays.
	Mark Simons, Senior Writer/Producer, Radioworks Canterbury Winner; NZ Radio Awards 2005, Best Campaign for a Client I had an awesome time at B'School. I learned more than enough to cope when I was chucked in the deep end. Now, I write, voice and produce commercials & imaging for Radioworks in Christchurch and love it! I'll be working in this industry for the rest of my career and thank the NZBS for giving me the head start.
	Martin Stacey, Managing Director, Adrenochrome Productions The New Zealand Broadcasting School's close working relationship with leaders in this industry has meant doors have opened for me that I would never have thought possible. The NZBS maintains a strong network of industry contacts which directly translates to genuine career opportunities for students because they are recognised as being ready to work in any area to a professional standard all over the world. I personally believe I could never have obtained the level of training that I received at the New Zealand Broadcasting School anywhere else.
	Matt McLean, Breakfast Reporter, TVNZ, Wellington Matt joined TVNZ as an intern after completing his degree at the NZBS, firstly on the news assignments desk and later becoming the Windy City's roving Breakfast reporter. Matt is originally from Queenstown but moved to Wellington when he was eight. Now he is excited to be back in Wellington, especially since his flat got a heat pump installed! "I love working on Breakfast. It gives me the chance to get out–and–about to experience what's really going on". Matt' has tried out a number of different jobs on the show, including being a flight attendant, and a school teacher for the day. The morning round–up is one of his favourite parts of his day, as he gets to tell all the weird and wonderful stories you might not hear otherwise.
	Megan Sellers, Announcer and Producer (for Fletch and Vaughan), The Edge, Auckland I still have no idea how I made it into the NZ Broadcasting School but am extremely grateful I did. I imagine it must have been my rendition of 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow' that won them over! Seriously though, it is definitely the place to go for a career in radio (that kinda rhymes!). You gain skills, contacts and friends that stay with you for years! And who better to teach you the skills of radio than the people who have worked in the industry for years! P.S. Avoid using student loan money for shopping expeditions, it seriously isn't worth it!
	Melissa Stokes, Reporter, One News, TVNZ Melissa Stokes is a four time winner at the Qantas Media Awards. She worked in Londaon in 2006 and has covered numerous world events including reporting from the frontline of the Israel–Lebanon conflict. She completed her study at the NZBS in 1999, then began her career at Prime Television news in Christchurch before moving to TVNZ in 2001.
	Mike McRoberts, Journalist and Presenter, TV3 It's been 7 years since Mike was poached from TVNZ to work for TV3 and this former NZBS student reckons he now has one of the best jobs in television. He's so famous he was even stalked by a paparazzi photographer last year. Mike has juggled news–reading with a fulltime job reporting and presenting for 60 Minutes. He is now the go–to guy when TV3 needs a correspondent in hot spots such as Iraq and Gaza.
	Mike Puru - Presenter, The Edge I bought a house recently and who did I quietly thank in my head? The NZ Broadcasting School! If I hadn't done the course I may never have been in a position to buy a house; I wouldn't have been given a chance to do live TV five days a week; I wouldn't be doing breakfast on a network CHR station. Coming from Gore there was a lot to learn. The opportunities and networking with fellow students that have followed since being at the NZBS have been invaulable. There are lots of courses and schools available (if you have the talent) , but I honestly believe that the learning, grounding and advice from the NZBS is the best way to kick start your broadcasting career.
	Miriama Kamo, Presenter, 20/20, TV2 Best Presenter, Current Affairs, Qantas Television Awards 2007; Best Current Affairs Reporter, QANTAS Media Awards 2005 Television journalist Miriama Kamo has spent a number of years building her career from kids' TV in Christchurch to Sky's The Golf Show, followed by 5.00 with Jude and Backch@t, then on to current affairs heavyweights Sunday and 20/20. Currently she presents 20/20 and is fast becomng one of New Zealand television's most accomplished news readers. Miriama's journalism career began in radio, where she worked throughout the country as an announcer and producer.
	Miriama Prendergast, On-Air Promotions Director/Producer, Maori Television I hadn't realised when I signed up for a bridging programme at CPIT's Te Matauranga Maori that this first step in my tertiary education would lead me to degree study at the New Zealand Broadcasting School and a career in television. The NZBS allowed me to be really creative and to learn all aspects of the television industry. There was also a focus on gaining practical experience which is so crucial for this kind of industry. I'm now involved in making promotions for all programming on Maori Television and we use Maori language, protocol and culture in everything we do.
	Nadine Chalmers�Ross, Reporter/Producer, NZI Business, TVNZ Nadine is an NZBS graduate who joined the TVNZ team after spending four years with Radio New Zealand – the last two as a business reporter and presenter. In 2008 she was named Best New Broadcaster at the New Zealand Radio Awards and was the inaugural winner of the Ian Templeton scholarship, which enabled her to study political reporting at parliament. She also formed part of Radio New Zealand's team covering the 2008 General Election.
	Nathan Martin, Creative Director, Taylormade Productions & Animation Research The Digital Post-Production Diploma has all the toys (bells and whistles included) a boy could ever want! The tutors are knowledgeable and current with the latest software, but more importantly they are passionate about what they do! The Digital Post-Production Diploma has been a springboard for my career, which has seen me oversee real-time broadcast graphics for Americas Cup to Premier League Football Graphics for Skysports (BSkyB) in London. I love you New Zealand Broadcasting School. xxx
	Paora Crump, Director, Maori Television "What a school! What a course! And yes.. What a career! Studying at NZBS was the best thing I could have done to kick-start my career in this wonderful wacky world of TV." After graduating from CPIT with a Diploma in Māori Studies and then a Bachelor of Broadcasting Communications, I thought 'yes, I want to hop on board the TV train to 'Māori media' and was accepted into the whanau of Maori Television. After two years here I have moved up from production runner to production assistant to production co-ordinator to finally director. Soon I plan to take over the world!!. I truly recommend the New Zealand Broadcasting School."
	Paul Hobbs, Reporter, One News, TVNZ Paul has worked in television for his entire career including a year as TVNZ's Australia correspondent after stints with 20/20, ONE News, Holmes and two years in London. Along the way he has picked up a number of Qantas journalism awards.
	Paula Penfold, Reporter, 60 Minutes, TV3 Paula has now stepped out from behind the camera to become a reporter for TV3's 60 Minutes, having been a producer on the programme for six years. After graduating from CPIT she did the rounds of the provinces including Radio New Zealand and Newstalk ZB before moving on to Breakfast at TVNZ and then TV3 and 60 Minutes. "My study at the NZBS allowed me to walk into a newsroom confident I knew what to do. Now, working on 60 Minutes allows me to tell the stories I love the most; those that give a voice to people who might not otherwise have one."
	Peter Young, Managing Director/ Producer/ Director of Photography, Fisheye Films Peter worked at the Natural History Unit in Dunedin, then established his own company, and has worked as a freelancer every since; producing, directing and shooting TV commercials, music videos and dramas. He is perhaps best known as Producer/Director for the award winning TV series "Hunger for the Wild" featuring New Zealand chefs, Steve Logan and Al Brown.
	Phil McGrath, News Presenter, TVNZ 7 "Our nation’s story is the primary reason I decided to build my career in the news media industry. I am proud to show us as we are, in celebrating our achievements, or shining a light on issues designed to support discussion. I started at the NZBS in 2000 and after graduating began my career as a provincial radio broadcaster and journalist. I’ve interviewed politicians and flood victims, and followed sports stars and criminals. My provincial career gave me insights into the stories told outside of the metropolitan centres, and I’m proud to bring that perspective to TVNZ."
	Richard Lord, Editor, Propellor Productions I decided to do the Digital Video Post Production diploma because I knew I lacked the skills for entry into the film industry. By the end of the course I knew I could do the job and I landed a great role as senior editor with a film and production company in Wellington. DVPP at the New Zealand Broadcasting School started my career and I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to jump the queue and confidently land both feet in this exciting industry.
	Richard Postles, TVNZ�s Europe Cameraman 2005 Best News/Current Affairs Camera (Junior) Working in news has taken me to the most interesting places and allowed me to help tell some amazing stories, which is why I love my job. From natural disaster in Italy to human catastrophe in the Middle East, I get to see first–hand just how real problems are. Spending time on the Israeli border in the middle of a war zone was exhilarating. The New Zealand Broadcasting School is the reason I am where I am today. It gave me a great foundation on which to start my career.
	Roger Beaumont, Director Marketing and Communciations, TV3 I started out with the NZBS learning the radio craft in the course's formative years. Those foundations must have been OK, because I got accepted for a journalism course and landed a job in Palmerston North (ok, you can't win 'em all). After a few years in radio journalism it was radio promotions and marketing, followed by the lure of the dirty world of television. Twenty plus years after the NZBS, apparently I have a proper job now. Those early broadcasting fundamentals are still relevant in my day to day role, and I really value the foundation the course created for my career.
	Rosie Riggir & Mailee Mathews � "Charlie ASH" Rosie and Mailee formed Charlie ASH while studying at the New Zealand Broadcasting School. Then Rosie completed her internship at Channel Z in Wellington (now no more) and Mailee at RDU in Christchurch before they dedicated themselves to their music full–time. Charlie ASH now presents its riotous 80's inspired shows to rave reviews both in New Zealand and overseas, encompassing everything that is fun and quirky about the era.
	Sarah Gandy - Daytime Host and Music Programmer - 91ZM Best New Broadcaster, NZ Radio Awards, 2006 Without the NZ Broadcasting School I would not be in radio…full stop. I knew embarrassingly little about radio before the NZBS. The tutors write papers that other courses around NZ use for teaching material, so why bother with hours of laborious readings somewhere else when you can just get it straight from the horse's mouth? At the end of the course I walked out with a degree, ready to work (perhaps not with Iain Stables but I got there in the end). The NZBS is a great place to learn and an equally great place to wreak havoc. Oh and did I mention how cheap rent is in Christchurch?
	Sela Alo, Announcer, Niu FM I have a huge amount of respect for the NZ Broadcasting School and in particular the tutors who helped shape and mould me into the broadcaster I am today. I remember fondly my first interview with the panel before being accepted to study at the School. Someone asked me why I wanted to get into broadcasting. My answer was simple - 'To be a voice and role model for Pacific Island youth'. I am living that dream today thanks largely to the NZBS.
	Simon Morton, Presenter, Radio New Zealand National Simon was a late starter, having come to radio in 2001 after graduating from the NZBS. He developed and produced the technology series 'Digital Life', which is now part of 'This Way Up'. He has an ongoing problem with needing things as opposed to wanting them - something manifested in his impulsive activities directed at the retail world.
	Sonya Wilson, Reporter, 20/20 I arrived at the NZ Broadcasting School straight from high school knowing how to spin a good yarn but I didn�t have a clue how to make good telly (I didn�t even know whether I liked telly.) By the time I finished my degree, I was hooked. Broadcast Journalism was all I wanted to do and now it�s all I can imagine doing. From Broadcasting School I got an internship with TVNZ, then went to work for Breakfast and One News in Wellington. Now I'm based in Auckland and have one of the best jobs around. I get to travel around the country and the world � meet the famous and the not so famous and tell their stories.
	Steve Joll, Breakfast Host, The Breeze Steve is a graduate of the New Zealand Broadcasting School, and for many years now Wellington listeners have been hearing him on Wellington’s Easy Listening Breeze. He co–hosts the Breakfast Show and also features on TVNZ’s Breakfast programme as the resident male chef.
	Tarsh Tolson, Breakfast Host, More FM Wellington "I heard an ad for the NZBS on the radio one day... three years later I graduated with my Bachelor of Broadcasting Communications. The time spent at the NZBS was fun, exciting, intellectually stimulating and personally rewarding. I discovered talents and abilities I never realised I had! The tutors all encouraged and supported me, and still do, so many years later."
	Tim Lockhart, General Manager, Mediaworks, Queenstown Winner 2006 Radio Awards Best Station Promotion (as part of the radio class of 06), Finalist 2007 Radio Awards Best Client Promotion I'm what could be termed as a 'crack whore' of the tertiary education system, I've attended Otago, Canterbury and even Lincoln Universities, all in my quest for fulfilment (& money to pay for snowboarding trips to Europe). What I was left with was 2/3rds of a degree in generic nonsense and a MASSIVE student loan. The NZBS radio course did what other institutions could not. It taught me in a style that extracted the very best I had to offer. I'm now paying off my stupidly big student loan at a blistering pace and I have a degree. I entered the NZBS with a vague knowledge of the media. Now I'm in working in an industry that I know I'll be in for a very long time.
	Vaughan Smith, Fletch & Vaughan, The Edge Radio's a whole lot of fun. I particularly enjoy the lunches. I've had two in five years. Totally worth it. I also like the internet but some sites are blocked. Radio helped me get a girlfriend totally out of my league. She cost lot of CDs, but that's okay as I get lots from work. And when I send letters of complaint to companies they take me a lot more seriously when I use RadioWorks letterhead.