SEF Class of 2019
Commenced study 2019
Dylan Petherick
University of Auckland
Degree: BE (Hons) - Chemical and materials
Graduated: May 2023
Mentor: Warren Law
Buddy: Dylan Bai (Dilworth Old Boy)
Dylan completed his engineering degree at the end of 2022. In 2023 Dylan started a full time job as an Environmental Technician for Air Resource Management (ARM). ARM provide efficient and reliable service to industries concerned about their air emissions and compliance with the Resource Management Act.
During his summer breaks Dylan was an intern at Manco Environment Ltd. Through his SEF scholarship, Dylan secured internships at Harrison Grierson and Jaychem in 2019 and 2020, respectively.
Dylan held several leadership roles during his time at Dilworth: as House Prefect in Year 12, and Vice-Captain 1st XI Cricket in 2018. Dylan is passionate about sports. He has been a team member of the Dilworth’s 1st XI Football, 1st XI Cricket and 1st XI Hockey teams.
Dylan is also very passionate about swimming. He used to compete in many competitions. During these competitions he has gained outstanding results including 6th place in New Zealand for 50 metre Butterfly. Dylan has also been named Dilworth’s Swimming Champion every year since starting at the school.
Giving back is incredibly important to Dylan and he has already given back to Dilworth by tutoring NCEA Level 1 Mathematics to student.. He also gives back to the wider community, having volunteered for School Aid, Circus Quirkus and the Laura Fergusson Trust. His work at the Laura Fergusson Trust particularly, has equipped Dylan with skills such as updating and maintaining databases, and reception work.
Dylan has taken part in several outdoor pursuits Spirit of Adventure, Outward Bound and Massey Business Bootcamp, which has reiterated to Dylan that perseverance is crucial for success in life.
Dylan worked within the SEF programme acting as a Buddy for Johnny Nguyen (2022) Henry Wang (2021) who are both currently studying BE (Hons) at the University of Auckland.
Awards
University of Auckland Kick Start Merit Scholarship
SEF Work Experience
2019 Harrison Grierson
2020 Jaychem
2021 BC Group
Guneesh JubalProxime Accessit 2018
University of Auckland
Degree: LLB
Graduated: September 2023
Mentor: Tim Bunker
Buddy: Enoch Sun (Dilworth Old Boy)
Guneesh completed his LLB at the University of Auckland at the end of 2022 and following some travel overseas - he found himself working in the realm of youth care as a mentor and carer for those who have committed serious offences and/or have been uplifted from their families by Oranga Tamariki. Guneesh has since been admitted to the High Court as a Barrister and Solicitor, and he is working for Mātai Chambers.
Through his work experiences and an internship in the legal field, Guneesh has been able to streamline his legal pursuits and has found a keen interest in the area of youth justice. He has gained some incredibly insightful experiences that would undoubtedly be invaluable as he traverses down this side of the legal system.
Guneesh wants to make a tangible difference on this side of the criminal justice system. By actually being on ground zero with the rangatahi in care, he believes he is able to intervene in their lives during their pivotal stages of development.
Guneesh worked within the SEF programme acting as a Buddy for Tyrane Beazley (2021) and Nganatatafu Finau (2020) who are also studying at the University of Auckland.
Awards
University of Auckland Academic Potential Scholarship
PwC Scholarship
Ella Burford Award
2022 University of Auckland Parirau Accommodation Scholarship
SEF Work Experience
2019 Anthony Harper
2021 Bell Gully
Jonathan Haydon
University of Auckland
Degree: BCom
Graduated: May 2023
Mentor: Andy Kilgallon
Buddy: Daniel Lee/Calvin Lee (Dilworth Old Boys)
Sponsored by Jane Haines
Jonny has completed his Bachelor of Commerce degree and he graduated officially in May 2023.
In 2021, Jonny was given the wonderful opportunity to join Bastion Shine, a company with exceptional individuals who are committed to nurturing the next generation of talent in the creative industry. He have been fortunate to receive guidance and support from notable figures such as Simon Curran (CEO) and Chris Hotchin (Group Account Director of Air NZ) which have greatly contributed to his personal and professional growth. Jonny started out as Junior Traffic Manager and he has now been promoted to Business Manager at Bastion Shine.
Alongside his work at Bastion Shine, Jonny is very passionate about maintaining his health and fitness. He completed in the Taupo half ironman in 2021 and finished 15th in the 18-25 year old age group. In October 2022, he ran his first marathon and he is determined to improve his time this year.
He worked within the SEF programme acting as a Buddy for Lennox Jones who is studying BCom/BProp at the University of Auckland.
SEF Work Experience
2020 Cressida Capital
2021 Shine
Joshua Rolston
University of Auckland
Degree: BCom
Graduated: 2022
Mentor: Cody Carnachan (Dilworth Old Boy)
Buddy: Indivar Kumar (Dilworth Old Boy)
Sponsored by Colliers
Josh has graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce at the University of Auckland, majoring in Marketing and Innovation & Entrepreneurship. He started work in July 2022 at The Trust Arena, as their digital marketing and social media coordinator.
Josh has had the opportunity to sail on the Spirit of Adventure and attend the Hillary Outdoors Education Centre. Before he commenced university he attended Outward Bound. These programmes have all pushed Josh outside of his comfort zone and enabled him to develop his personal leadership skills.
Josh is a keen sportsman, he has recently taken up and trained for ironman and boxing events. When he was at Dilworth School he was a member of the 1st XI Football and Hockey teams. He has learnt the vital skills of resilience, communication and persistence through his involvement in sports.
He worked within the SEF programme, as a Buddy for Isaac Vaeau-Mulitalo 2021 and in 2020 for Andre Chan both students are studying at the University of Auckland.
Awards
Presbyterian Methodist Congregational Grafton Scholarship
Chenery Trust
SEF Work Experience
2020 Hatch
2021 Cressida Capital
Samuel Michie
University of Auckland
Degree: BSc
Graduated: 2021
Mentor: Dr Luke Sniewski
Buddy: Thomas Swinburn (Dilworth Old Boy)
Sam completed his Bachelor of Science degree majoring in Exercise Science and Biology at the end of 2021. In 2022 Sam commenced postgraduate study - Master of Physiotherapy Practice (MphysioPrac).
Sam is very passionate about sports and he wants to have a career where he is doing what he loves. Sam had a gap year in Ireland in 2018. He was offered a placement at the Royal School Dungannon where he coached sports. . He is currently playing rugby at club level.
Sam has a dedicated work ethic, not only to his sporting commitments but also to his academic pursuits. Sam was named as a Top Scholar in both 2016 and 2017 during his last two years at Dilworth and his excellent sporting achievements include him being named top player for 1st XI Football and Captain of both the top Tennis and Squash teams. Through his role as Captain, Sam was able to share his passion for these sports and led the younger boys to pursue their sporting goals.
Sam is currently in his second year as Boarding House Assistant in Armagh House at the Senior campus. He was at the Junior campus in 2020 working with Macmurray House.
Sam is driven to achieve not only excellence individually but also within a team. This skill of working for a common purpose will be a life skill that will aid Sam in his future endeavours.
He works within the SEF programme acting as a Buddy for Hohaia Whiu in 2023. Previously he has also been a buddy for Paolo Aquino 2021 and in 2020 for Harrison Dudley-Rode.
Award
Ella Burford Award
SEF Work Experience
2020 Physio Rehab Group
2021 Exerscience Clinic
