Women in Print has selected its 2025 HP Indigo scholarship winners, naming four individuals that will complete their Level 1 HP Indigo Certification Training, sponsored by Currie Group.
This year’s winners are:
Annabelle Radford, whoworks in the Design & Technology department at a private technical college in Sydney and has a strong interest in print technologies.
Known for creatively ‘hacking’ consumer-grade devices to experiment and push the limits of office printers to achieve near-professional outcomes, she says certification will help her to teach industry-standard print processes to students, and support her aspirations to transition into industry roles and ultimately start her own, bespoke print service.
Arlo-Cyrus Bruhn from NEO/Valiant Press, who recently completed their apprenticeship in digital prints, and is currently one of the company’s ‘go-to’ operators for toner-based machines and HP Indigo presses.
They are keen to build their technical expertise on HP Indigo technology and complement their existing troubleshooting skills while advancing their technical knowledge and ability to diagnose and solve critical production issues.
Chisato Moriguchi from Advance Press in Perth (pictured in primary image), who started her career in bindery and is now training on the company’s HP Indigo 7600 Digital Press.
She has been steadily increasing her skills and responsibilities and sees certification as a ‘turning point’ in her transition from trainee to independent operator. Keen to build skills, improve performance and excellence, and mentor others, Chisato says certification will provide credibility and confidence, and open future growth opportunities.
Jane Jackson from Ball & Doggett in Melbourne, who has a longstanding career in print, commencing with an apprenticeship before moving into sales.
For her, the scholarship will help her bridge the gap between paper expertise and the technical operation of HP Indigo Digital Presses, so that she can confidently advise clients – particularly those transitioning to HP Indigo technology – on substrate performance and suitability.
“We are thrilled to celebrate the diversity represented in this scholarship intake, with applicants coming from different career stages, different states, and even from outside the industry,” Women in Print Australia national chair Stephanie Gaddin said.
“This breadth of representation is exactly the kind of future we’re committed to building in the industry. Broadening skills, providing growth opportunities, and enticing those with a leaning to creativity, craft, and engineering technology to find their place with us.”
Each of the winners will receive Level 1 HP Indigo Certification training at the Currie Group Training Centre in Hawthorn, Victoria, from 22 September to 26 September, providing them with additional expertise and experience to further their career aspirations and open up global opportunities.
While travel is not included in the Scholarship, Gaddin says that if employers are unable to fund the travel and accommodation costs, Women in Print will assist the two interstate winners with applications for grants or funding.
Currie Group director of operations Marcus Robinson said the company was proud to be supporting the industry in this way.
“At Currie Group, we are proud to partner with Women in Print Australia to host a HP Indigo Level 1 Digital Press certification training course at our state-of-the-art facility in Victoria,” he said.
“Supporting this initiative reflects our commitment to fostering diversity, empowering talent, and providing industry-leading training opportunities that strengthen the future of print.”
Congratulating the scholarship recipients, Gaddin said, “By achieving their Level 1 HP Indigo Digital Press certification, they are not only advancing their own career growth and contributing to the success of their employers, but, in Annabelle’s case, also taking the first step into the industry from outside.
“The association views the new Scholarship Program as one component of the broader mosaic of industry programs, complementing the efforts of other associations and partners who are also investing in skills, training, and knowledge sharing.
“To the FESPA Leaders, the VMA Markers, and the LIA and FPLMA Graduate of the Year Award recipients – it is a privilege to add our winners to stand alongside you in shaping the future of print.
“All this helps to raise the bar, consolidate the foundations, and secure the future for our entire industry, and we are grateful to Currie Group for their ongoing support in offering these valuable scholarship opportunities.”
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