March 24, 2026 | Sydney

CHG-MERIDIAN Supports First Nations Students and Job Seekers

• CHG-MERIDIAN has made its first contribution of devices to remote communities to help close the digital divide

• 108 laptops are already in use by job seekers in Wilcannia and First Nations children in the Torres Strait

• The contribution marks the start of an ongoing commitment to work collaboratively with charity partners and clients help close the digital divide and support vulnerable members of the Australian community

CHG-MERIDIAN, a leading global technology2use company, has contributed 400 refurbished devices to support digital inclusion and education in some of Australia’s most remote communities.

The first 108 devices have been deployed to remote communities through WorkVentures’ First Nations Device Bank pilot.

The contribution is the first milestone of CHG-MERIDIAN’s ongoing commitment to support vulnerable members of the community and help close the digital divide.

The digital divide

This paragraph focuses on the digital divide and the importance of access to technology to participate in society and unlock opportunities.

“A laptop is so much more than hardware; it is a tool to stay connected, access professional and education opportunities and participate in society. Our commitment to closing the digital divide is driven by our belief in purpose-led and sustainable technology management.” Simon Cubbin, Head of Strategic Partnerships

A path to employment in Wilcannia

The first 28 devices contributed by CHG-MERIDIAN were delivered to Wilcannia, a small regional town in the far west region of New South Wales, to support members of the community enter the workforce.

The town has high levels of unemployment, low school attendance, and a perception of a lack of opportunities for the future. The laptops from CHG-MERIDIAN are now helping members of the community prepare for job applications and build practical skills for the workforce in new 10-week TAFE-led Job Readiness and Digital Skills course.

To help course participants get the most out of the devices, WorkVentures, a member of CHG-MERIDIAN’s charity partner network, facilitated interactive sessions on looking after the device, making the most of the settings and programs loaded, identifying scams, and even a brief introduction to AI.

Supporting First Nations Students in the Torres Strait

Access to a laptop can transform educational outcomes for students. For many children, especially those in remote communities, technology remains out of reach - limiting their ability to learn, connect, and develop essential digital skills

In September 2025, Kaziw Meta, a boarding home for secondary aged students in the Torres Strait, received 80 refurbished laptops from CHG-MERIDIAN. The laptops are being used by boarders to support their education and access opportunities.

Each device was ready for use on arrival, fully equipped with essential software, digital training materials, and six months of technical support to maximise its value to the students.

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CHG-MERIDIAN’s ongoing commitment to the Australian community

The devices now supporting learners, students, and job seekers is just the beginning. As a leading technology2use company, CHG-MERIDIAN is committed to helping vulnerable communities access essential technology and closing the digital divide.