Swan Hill’s Class of 2024 was celebrated on Monday night at the annual Graduation and Awards event.  

Graduates from Certificate III through to Diploma courses crossed the stage in front of their families, teachers, and employers to mark the completion of their studies.  

Across all campuses, more than 300 students graduated from 40 different study areas, with an additional 198 apprentices completing their education during the 2024 academic year.  

Swan Hill’s dedicated Apprentices of the Year were announced during the event.  

Showing the high calibre of this year’s award nominees, for the first time, SuniTAFE’s First Year Apprentice of the Year award was given to two winners. Automotive Electrical Technology apprentice Thomas Cotton and Agricultural Mechanical Technology apprentice Henry Kinsman tied for the award.  

Both apprentices have made a strong start to their careers and are building their skills within local businesses.  
SuniTAFE Chief Executive Officer Brett Millington proudly presented each graduate with a certificate to recognise their hard work and dedication during their time at SuniTAFE.  

“It is always a proud moment to bear witness to the graduand crossing the stage to collect their certificate,” he said.   

“It’s a walk that is supported by hard work and the purpose of wanting to achieve something more, often a driver for their career and life.   

“Each student has a story, and we all enjoy being a part of that, but particularly our teachers who have often been the mentor or guide for that journey.”
 

Full list of award winners:

Student Awards 

Apprentice of the Year (First Year) | Sponsored by Skills and Jobs Centre 
Thomas Cotton – Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology and
Henry Kinsman – Certificate III in Agricultural Mechanical Technology 

Apprentice of the Year (Second Year) | Sponsored by Skills and Jobs Centre 
Brad McKinnon – Certificate III in Agricultural Mechanical Technology 

Apprentice of the Year (Third Year) | Sponsored by Skills and Jobs Centre 
Elijah Cambridge – Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology