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Become a Big Dreamer and join the School Pic Pledge
Become a Big Dreamer and join the School Pic Pledge

The impact of COVID-19 means our young people need support more than ever…

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Elise RokaNovember 20, 2020
Why I support Big Dreams
Why I support Big Dreams

“Western Chances provides scholarships for a wide variety of talents

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Elise RokaOctober 21, 2020
Dr Rebecca Huntley
Dr Rebecca Huntley

One of Australia’s foremost researchers on social trends.

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Elise RokaOctober 16, 2020
An announcement from our Chair Terry Bracks.
An announcement from our Chair Terry Bracks.

It is with a mix of sadness, and great appreciation…

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Richard CookeSeptember 17, 2020
Making the most of studying from home!
Making the most of studying from home!

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Richard CookeAugust 10, 2020
The McWhirter Foundation Melbourne Conference
The McWhirter Foundation Melbourne Conference

Five of our scholarship recipients had the opportunity to attend…

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Richard CookeJuly 31, 2020
Annual Review 2019
Annual Review 2019

The review celebrates our most successful year on record…

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Richard CookeJune 18, 2020
Scholarships skyrocket at Staughton College.
Scholarships skyrocket at Staughton College.

Dedicated Wellbeing Officer helps scholarships skyrocket…

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Richard CookeMay 15, 2020
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Meet Becky and Sebastian🏔️ As Western Chances recipient and alumni representatives, they’re taking on the Three Peaks Trek (17–19 April) to give back and help open doors for young people in our community. Motivated by connection, com
"The teenager who wouldn't stand in a group photo was now onstage at one of the most symbolically significant evenings in Western Chances’ history.” The room fell completely still as our recipient speaker, Hugh, shared his powerful
Ready to level up your LinkedIn and personal brand? 🚀💼✨ Join us for an engaging evening designed to help you strengthen your LinkedIn profile, refine your personal brand, and set yourself up for early career success! The event will bring togethe
✨ An incredible new chapter begins for the newest members of our Western Chances family! On Wednesday, we had the privilege of celebrating an extraordinary group of young people from across Melbourne’s west and Geelong, each with their own st
After conquering the peaks of New Zealand, Tim is taking on his next challenge, the Western Chances Three Peaks Trek! 🏔️ Proudly supported by his employer and our major partner, IG, Tim is joining the Western Chances Three Peaks Trek to help fund
🚨Applications for our Winter Internship round are closing soon! Omid is one of our many motivated recipients who just wrapped up his internship this summer with Cookers. He was able to gain hands‑on experience, valuable insight into a real workpla
🌏 Tomorrow marks the beginning of Cultural Diversity Week 2026. Embracing this year’s theme, ‘Culture connects us all’, we proudly celebrate the rich diversity that shapes our Western Chances community. From our STAR Committee
The Western Chances Scholarship Award Ceremony returns for 2026! We’re just one week away from the 2026 SAC and are eager to welcome our newest scholarship recipients into the Western Chances family 🫶. 👀 Keep your eyes peeled for ceremony
✨ A (slightly overdue) welcome to Joseph and Carla who have joined our STAR Committee for 2026! STAR is a group of Western Chances Scholarship Recipients and Alumni who help ensure Western Chances stays relevant to young people. As a sub‑committee
We’re excited to announce that the EY x Western Chances Career Coaching Program is back for 2026. 🎉 This highly sought-after program gives Western Chances scholarship recipients the opportunity to be paired with an EY Senior Consultant, Mana

Western Chances acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we operate, the Boonwurrung, Woiwurrung, and Wadawurrung people of the Kulin Nation, and pays our deepest respects to their Elders past, present, and emerging. We honour the ongoing connection to land, culture, and community of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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