Apprentice plumber Callan McKenzie’s work ethic and commitment to learning have been recognised with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year Award.

Melanie Koolmatrie turned to painting as a form of art therapy and discovered a talent that has set her on a new career path. Her work is currently being exhibited in Water Stories.

Career changers focused on future roles in fields as diverse as horticulture and new technology are among the recipients of the 2025 Playford Trust Awards.