WHAT started as a teaching placement has turned into a life-changing journey for young teachers Abbey Barcham and Josh Crispin who are now shaping the future of Menindee at the local school.

Ms Barcham began her placement at Menindee Central School in 2022 as a final-year teaching student.

Inspired by her experience, she returned home with stories for her fiancé, also a teacher.

Two years late...