21/05/2026
Inspiring the Next Generation: Career Day with Palmerston North Boys’ High School!
We recently teamed up with Connexis to host an awesome group of students from Palmerston North Boys’ High School for a hands-on career day, giving them a real taste of life in the electricity industry.
The boys didn't just watch from the sidelines - they rolled up their sleeves and got stuck into some serious practical challenges. From operating switchgear and assembling overhead equipment to trying their hand at crane and MEWP (bucket truck) operations, they experienced firsthand what our crews do every day on the tools.
We were incredibly impressed by the enthusiasm, curiosity, and drive of these young men. They asked sharp, thoughtful questions and brought fantastic energy to the site, which thoroughly blew our seasoned team members away!
A massive shout-out and thank you to Zoë Venter for her incredible work in coordinating and pulling this highly successful day together.
We also want to extend a huge thanks to our industry partners, Milwaukee Tool and J. A. Russell Ltd, for generously sponsoring prizes that added an extra layer of excitement for the students.
Investing in these days is so rewarding for our team. We are incredibly proud to support our local community and help inspire the next generation of trade and utility professionals right here in our region.
