News
New Talent for the Wheatbelt - Assisting to reduce skills shortages in regional WA
Date posted: 16 January 2012
The Directions office in Northam have recently welcomed Claire McGuire to their team - an enthusiastic Balladong Noongar woman who is excited to take on new challenges by assisting locals with Training and Employment endeavours.
Starting in January this year, Claire has taken on the role of Project Manager for Aboriginal Training and Employment where she will assist all Aboriginal people from school children through to adults gain employment and training in the Wheatbelt area.
Claire grew up in Northam before moving away for approximately 32 years, She has since returned to Northam, initially taking on a role at Holyoake as a Drug and Alcohol Counsellor.
It was in this role that she became inspired to help and motivate others, leading to her new role at Directions. Starting work at the age of 16, Claire comes from a strong work ethic background and is extremely motivated to assist Aboriginal people in the Wheatbelt area with employment, training and courses.
2011 Wheatbelt Training Awards a Resounding Success
Date posted: 15 November 2011
Directions, the host organisation coordinating the Awards, would like to thank all sponsors for their support and for the recognition of youth achievements and excellence in our region.
Corey heads in the right direction
Date posted: 28 September 2011
Corey officially completed his apprenticeship in May this year at M&S O’Brien in Moora where he is now working as a qualified spray painter.
Discover more about Corey's views about his apprenticeship and his thoughts on working with Directions.
Leah Klassek - Group Training Australia WA Trainee of the Year
Date posted: 15 August 2011
Leah Klassek (Directions trainee) was announced as Group Training Australia WA's 'Trainee of the Year' on Friday 5 August. Leah was chosen for this award due to her outstanding career achievements, community involvement, leadership, communications skills and dermination in setting goals.
2011 Wheatbelt Training Award Nominations Now Open
Date posted: 05 August 2011
Wheatbelt employers, students, organisations and individuals involved in training are encouraged to nominate for the 2011 Wheatbelt Training Awards before it’s too late.
Closing date for entries was 5pm August 26, 2011 BUT THIS HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO FRIDAY 9 SEPTEMBER!
The Awards Presentation is Saturday 12 November at the new Northam Recreation Centre Function Room. Each of the 7 category winners will receive $400, a custom designed trophy and certificate.
So if you know someone who may be a candidate for our awards, make sure they are entered!
All application forms and details can be found on the website http://www.wheatbelttrainingawards.com/ or continue reading for conditions of entry.
If you need assistance with your application, please contact Sharon Lugget-Hassell, the Awards Coordinator, at Directions.
Phone: (08) 9622 6500
Email: slugget-hassell@directionswa.com.au
