Disclaimer

Please note that this blog is intended for the students and parents associated with MacGregor State High School. Please check areas of interest as seen on the blog to confirm dates and other information as there will be occasions when dates will change and the information may not be included in the blog as it may not have been received by the school. Posts prior to July 2021 may have reference to different schools as this blog was initially developed for students when I was the Guidance Officer at another school.








Sunday, 31 July 2016

RSL Centenary Lavarack Open Day


Please see the flyer promoting the upcoming Lavarack Barracks Open Day on September 3rd.  Lavarack Barracks will be open to the public and all are welcome to come along and learn about what happens on base.

Of particular interest is the Legacy 17km Trail Run or the 5km Trail Run, which you may be interested in entering.  These events are open to the public.

The whole day promises to be a great event showcasing the best of 3rd Brigade with plenty of entertainment for everyone.

Monday, 18 July 2016

Bond University Indigenous Scholarship Applications Closing 31st July

Applications for our Indigenous scholarships close July 31st 2016.
For more information and to apply: https://bond.edu.au/scholarship/bond-university-indigenous-scholarships
This Saturday we have our Open Day from 2-8pm including live entertainment and fireworks. For more information: https://bond.edu.au/future-students/study-bond/see-yourself/open-day
 Open Day is a great opportunity for your students to see what Bond has to offer and meet our Indigenous students.

Monday, 6 June 2016

Defence Trades Careers Information Session

Defence Force Recruiting would like to invite you to attend a Defence Trades Careers Information Session to learn about the trade roles available in the Australian Defence Force (ADF).
Defence Trades Careers Information Session
Date: Thursday 9th June
Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Location: Defence Force Recruiting Cairns, Level 1, 55 Lake Street
RSVP: 13 19 01 or cptcairns@dfr.com.au
Walk ins are welcome!
The Navy, Army and Air Force are now recruiting for a wide range of trade roles such as Marine Technician in the Navy, Vehicle Mechanic in the Army and Communication Electronic Technician  in the Air Force.

 

Tuesday, 31 May 2016

Indigenous Defence Careers Information Session


Defence Force Recruiting would like to invite your students to attend a Defence Careers Information Session to learn about the jobs available in the Australian Defence Force (ADF).

Indigenous Defence Careers Information Session

Date: Tuesday 14th June

Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Location: Brothers Leagues Club Cairns, 99-105 Anderson Street, Manunda QLD 4870

RSVP: 13 19 01 or cptcairns@dfr.com.au

Walk ins are welcome!

The Navy, Army and Air Force are now recruiting for a wide range of positions such as Marine Technician in the Navy, Rifleman in the Army and Air Force Security  in the Air Force. Sergeant Dion Eivers, Defence Force Recruiting’s Indigenous Recruitment Officer and Driver in the Army, will conduct the session alongside Able Seaman  Hodrick Mudu from HMAS Cairns.

Sergeant Eivers will share with Community the jobs and career pathways available in the ADF, recruitment process and opportunities available for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people.

Women in Army Adventure Camp


Defence Force Recruiting, HQ 3rd Brigade and the Defence Work Experience Program are pleased to offer the Women in Army Adventure Camp for the first time in North Queensland.

This is a residential camp to be held at Lavarack Barracks in Townsville from 5th - 8th July.  Accommodation on base and all meals will be provided.

The Camp is aimed at young women aged 15 - 18 who are thinking about an Army career and would like hands-on experience and exposure to a range of career options and job roles within Army.  The Camp will also focus on leadership and teamwork skills and girls will be involved in a range of activities throughout the week.

The link below will take you to the DWEP website where this is currently advertised - more information is available here and interested female students should apply online via this site.

Tuesday, 17 May 2016

Need extra QCE credits and core credits? Sejumi College has courses!

Certificate II in Tourism Holiday Program
Week 1: Tuesday 28 June to Friday 1 July
Times: 9am to 4.30pm
Limited places please apply early. Students can be enrolled at a school or home schooled.

Applications Due: 5pm 10 June 2016
Fees: For those students eligible for the Queensland Government VETiS funding there will be no fees charged.

Certificate II in Tourism Term 3 & 4 Program
Commences: Thursday 21 July
Every Thursday through Term 3 (9 x sessions)
Plus October 6, 13 and 20 in Term 4
Times: 9am to 4.30pm
Limited places please book early
Applications Due: 5pm 10 June 2016
Fees: For those students eligible for the Queensland Government VETiS funding there will be no fees charged


Apply Here or Here

Sunday, 10 April 2016

The University of Southern Queensland

Are you interested in studying at the University of Southern Queensland? If you are interested, please see the information below from the university:
Check that we have the most up to date information about you, so we can keep you updated on the amazing things that USQ is doing.
We have free webinars, events and activities coming up that you can be a part of - no matter when you might be thinking of studying at uni.