NMIT celebrates scholarships for Marlborough students

The Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology has celebrated the achievements of outstanding students and the generosity of local donors, awarding over $47,000 in scholarships to support learners in viticulture, aviation engineering, and nursing. 

The 2025 NMIT Marlborough Scholarship presentation ceremony at the Marlborough Research Centre, brought together students, whānau, donors, and community leaders in a vibrant show of support for education in the region. 

Executive Director of NMIT, Olivia Hall, says the students’ success has been made possible “not just by their hard work, but by the incredible support of our partners”.

“These scholarships represent more than financial support — they are an expression of belief in our learners and an investment in the future of our industries and region.” 

The event recognised several significant contributions: Oliver Carville, a third-year Bachelor of Viticulture and Winemaking student, received an internship scholarship from the Marlborough Research Centre to support his capstone research project, conducted in collaboration with Plant and Food Research and the Bragato Research Institute.  

The New Zealand Aviation Federation awarded three Aviation Engineering Scholarships to Mason Jennings, Romilly Sturgess, and Charlotte Cooper, all enrolled in the NZ Certificate in Aeronautical Engineering (Level 4).  

The Zonta Club of Marlborough presented two scholarships, supporting Tara Falvey (Bachelor of Nursing, Year 2) and Lisa Schubert (Bachelor of Viticulture and Winemaking), with a focus on empowering women and those returning to the workforce.  

The Churchill Private Hospital Trust awarded a nursing scholarship to first-year Bachelor of Nursing student Ilah Beattie, reinforcing the importance of growing the local healthcare workforce.