FFTITC's Nimble News 21 January 2026
- fftitc
- 5 days ago
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Handy Links, resources and other helpful stuff!!
Over the past year or so, we’ve been trying to populate the FFTITC Website with lots of Handy Links/Resources and other information so that our stakeholders can quickly find stuff!! We realise that everyone is busy and possibly not able to go and do the research. Also, we get a lot of information through our office and a lot of it is extremely valuable (or at least we think it is).
So, this is what we have (BTW - there is still room for improvement).
Apprenticeships
We have useful websites and resources that help potential employers navigate the apprenticeship arena.
Workforce Planning
There is information that explains what Workforce Planning is as well as websites that have useful information and templates such as a Training Needs Analysis.
Young People/Career Development
Lots of useful websites for employers, career practitioners, job seekers as well as documents such as the Australian Blueprint for Career Development.
Skills, Training and Qualifications
Information to help navigate the VET System, and how handy links and websites to help locate qualifications.
Industry Information
Websites that have labour force and occupational data as well as a list of industry associations and a document that outlines skill shortages vs labour shortages – an explanation.
If you have other resources that you also think are helpful, please don’t hesitate to send it through. We can also distribute it through our Nimble News and social media. Please send to admin@fftitc.com.au. Also, if you want to talk about any of the above, please contact our CEO Tony at Tony@fftitc.com.au
Other News and Handy Information
Skills Insight is hosting a Workforce Function Analysis (WFA) Workshop to collect insights on current and emerging skills, workforce needs, and operational practices shaping the future of the Retail Butchery and Smallgoods sectors. Monday 9 Feb 2026 FFTITC offices.
MINTRAC is hosting its 'Industry Connect', a revitalised multi-stream event combining its HR Leaders Forum, RTO Trainers Network, and the reintroduced Meat Inspection & Quality Assurance Network Meeting.
WA Stakeholders from specific TCF sectors (eg Dry cleaning; Laundry services; Fashion and apparel, Clothing repairs and alterations; textile manufacturing and more) are invited to workshop to discuss key job roles, changing skill requirements and priority areas for workforce development and training products.
Employers are you looking to connect with local job seekers and fill your vacancies? Workforce Australia Local Jobs are inviting employers to submit an expression of interest to exhibit at the Swan Jobs Expo being held in Midland on Thursday the 19th of March 2026.
Businesses between six months and six years old are invited to apply for funding. Applicants should use circular ideas to solve real-world problems, and align with eBay’s fashion business. Applications Close: 8th March 2026
Several legislative changes are occurring this year. Some of the changes coming into effect will have practical implications for payroll and gender equality reporting, while others will likely influence longer-term workforce planning and compliance strategies.
UWA Career Mentor Link is a six-month mentoring program (May–October) that connects UWA students (mentees) with experienced industry professionals (mentors). Students are matched with mentors whose professional backgrounds align with their areas of study or career interests.
This is a flagship report on youth perspectives. Drawing on insights from nearly 4,600 young people from 489 locations worldwide, the report summarizes how young people are not only navigating uncertainty, but are actively reimagining systems and solutions for the future
In 2025, the industrious teenager formalised GrazeMate as a company and transitioned from farmer to CEO. Less than a year later, the company has commitments to muster 1.7 million acres of land across Queensland and New South Wales, and is now expanding into California.
Several recent incidents causing partial finger amputations highlight the significant risks associated of using electric secateurs without proper safety measures.
We hope this has been of some assistance.
Food, Fibre and Timber Industries Training Council
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