News
3 April, 2025
Empowering First Nations job seekers
On Thursday, March 13, 2024, the Queensland Government and local partners hosted Pathways 4 Mob, a dynamic event aimed to empower First Nations job seekers with strong employment and training pathways.
Focusing on opportunities, jobs, culture, and success for the future, Pathways 4 Mob ensured that First Nations individuals had access to the resources and networks they need to thrive in their careers.
Held at the Morayfield Sports & Events Centre (298 Morayfield Road, Morayfield), the deadly event offered a unique opportunity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to connect with industry leaders, training providers, and cultural mentors in a supportive environment.
The event was attended by recent school leavers as well as approximately 145 Year 11 and 12 students from local high schools - connecting them with employment and training programs, upskilling pathways, and Apprentice Connect Australia, which provides advice regarding apprenticeships and traineeships.
Attendees also heard from guest speaker, Sorita McGrane, an expert in entrepreneurship, and engaged with more than 45 stallholders across industries such as construction, defence, health, and corrections.
There were also discussions about apprenticeships, traineeships and the Skilling Queenslanders for Work initiative.
Adding to the excitement, attendees had the chance to win incredible raffle prizes, including a Captain’s Run experience, merchandise, and a behind-the-scenes tour with The Dolphins, donated by major sponsor, Ausbuild, Queensland’s largest privately owned builder-developer.
Ausbuild Executive Manager Development, Keith Cairns, emphasised the importance of initiatives like Pathways 4 Mob, stating that Ausbuild is passionate about creating clear pathways into the development and construction industry for the next generation.
“Together, the Queensland Government and Ausbuild are working to create stronger links between schools and industry, to develop new ways to showcase the industry and empower more students to explore careers in development and construction. Ultimately, this initiative will benefit not only the wider student cohort but also the workforce of tomorrow.”
Pathways 4 Mob was proudly supported by the Queensland Government, City of Moreton Bay Local Decision-Making Body, Grassroots Projects, Regional Development Australia - Moreton Bay and Sunshine Coast, and Workforce Australia Local Jobs Somerset.
