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Jobs and Skills Australia has just released two new reports, that reveal that while many employers are open to hiring people with disability, concerns about job suitability, safety, and capability still limit inclusion. At the same time, people with disability face lower employment rates and structural barriers that prevent them from fully participating in the workforce. This post explores key findings from these reports and offers practical insights on how disability inclusi

Webinar: Barriers to Disability Employment To promote and celebrate the International day of People with Disability, the Food Fibre and Timber Industry Training Council hosted a special webinar for Associations involved with the FFTITC. Led by Lena Constantine , an executive leader at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Western Australia (CCIWA) and a member of WA's State Training Board, the webinar brought together small associations, employers, practitioners and comm

National Schools Food and Fibre Education Strategy Australia’s agricultural industries have taken a major step toward strengthening the next generation’s understanding of food and fibre, with the release of the National Schools Food and Fibre Education Strategy. The Strategy responds to longstanding challenges in attracting a skilled workforce, improving community trust and ensuring young Australians understand where their food and fibre come from. Developed through more than

Australia’s agricultural industries have taken a major step toward strengthening the next generation’s understanding of food and fibre, with the release of the National Schools Food and Fibre Education Strategy. The Strategy responds to longstanding challenges in attracting a skilled workforce, improving community trust and ensuring young Australians understand where their food and fibre come from. Download AgriFutures Australia report here: National Schools Food and Fibre E

AgriSkills Forum 2025: Shaping the Future of Agriculture The AgriSkills Forum, held on 15 September 2025 at the WA College of Agriculture, Cunderdin, brought together educators, industry leaders, and training providers to explore how Western Australia can develop a skilled, adaptable agricultural workforce. The forum featured presentations from CSIRO, TAFE, and industry networks, as well as a tour of Cunderdin Ag College facilities. Agricultural Trade Apprenticeship A key hig

A Cabinet Maker, our occupation in the spotlight Being a cabinet maker comes with many fulfilling aspects that make it a rewarding career for those who are hands-on, detail-oriented, and creative. One of the most satisfying parts of cabinet making is turning raw materials into beautiful, functional pieces. Cabinet makers often take pride in their craftsmanship—each project is a chance to express skill and creativity, whether you're building a kitchen set, a custom wardrobe,