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Auahatanga – Innovation: Lance Bauerfeind (Company-X) — As lead contractor behind one of three VR and augmented reality training simulation providers under the Technology Enhanced Learning Environment (TELE) programme, Mr Bauerfeind assisted Navy with a training module for diving drills. The existing training approach was conducted practically in swimming pools and observed by an instructor poolside. Mr Bauerfeind led the development of a virtual reality training module for descent into a virtual ocean and the conduct of rescue scenarios on a casualty. His innovation was around the introduction of multi-player technology that enables the instructor, and training classmates, to enter the simulation and provide direct instruction within the training module. This solution has enabled a much more accessible training module, higher levels of instruction and, even without Wi-Fi, can be transported and set up at different locations. Mr Bauerfeind has not only changed the means by which diver training is provided, he has been instrumental in helpin