Social media is a huge part of modern day communication, but a group of Maitland High School girls have created something to improve how we relate to our four-legged friends.
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Jessica Eaton, Siarrah Carpenter, Akaisha Anstey, Aleria Hicks and Jasmine Lubbers produced an app through 2018 Search for the Next Tech Girl Superhero Competition.
Their off-leash app Pawgirlz exists to not only prevent and decrease dog attacks, but also provide access to dog training information and encourage people to be part of their local pet community.
The overall project impressed the competition’s judges, landing them as a NSW state finalist.
The 12-week innovation program partly exists to encourage young women to consider STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) careers.
While Pawgirlz may not have claimed top prize at the finals on Sunday, their app could pave the way to make our communities safer for animals and people if they decide to publish it online.
Betina Hughes
It is an exciting time to be in the news industry as there are more ways than ever to reach our communities. Got a story? Email me at betina.hughes@austcommunitymedia.com.au
It is an exciting time to be in the news industry as there are more ways than ever to reach our communities. Got a story? Email me at betina.hughes@austcommunitymedia.com.au
