5 examples of how ‘working for nothing’ can lead to something
Volunteering – it’s one of those things that people seem to live for, or avoid... Read more
Volunteering – it’s one of those things that people seem to live for, or avoid... Read more
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Volunteering – it’s one of those things that people seem to live for, or avoid... Read more
The four things employers want to see in their potential employees
Yes, every employer, every workplace, every job and every job seeker is different… But there’s... Read more
WDEA Works Foundation grants close Friday 2 February
Community-based programs that will increase people’s employability and social activity have until this Friday this... Read more
Mature-age job seekers – what employers want
Are you starting the new year with a resolution to find a new job? The RIGHT job? While a lot of businesses might be either too busy at the moment to consider new employees, or...Read more
What influences children’s capacity to learn, and their love for it
We all know people who genuinely love to learn, or who are naturally good at it. It’s who they are. But research shows that knowing how to learn – and enjoying the process – comes...Read more
Over 95% satisfaction with WDEA Works training
WDEA Works’ Training division isn’t just about finding a job that you love. The means to finding that job can also be satisfying… and the latest studies of our past students indicates that doing a...Read more
Early childhood education course pays off for Maryborough educator
WDEA Works’ flexible training delivery model and diligence of its trainers has helped a Maryborough childhood educator develop her skills, qualifications and, ultimately, workplace standing, whilst doing the work she loves. Maryborough-based Liesbeth commenced her...Read more
Five reasons to consider a career in childhood education
Challenging. Rewarding. Hilarious. Important. NECESSARY! Providing early childhood education and care is many things – including a career that is growing fast. Here’s five reasons why it’s something you should consider if you’re looking to...Read more
What affects children’s learning? Sowing the seeds of lifelong learning
What is it that impacts a child’s capacity to learn? It is now well-recognised that the early years of life are crucial to a child’s capacity to learn as teenagers and even adults; early childhood...Read more
Personal care careers proven path to job satisfaction
An annual survey looking at the dynamics of Australia’s households and labour market has identified that personal service workers – such as childcare workers, aged care support workers and disability support workers – are among...Read more
Hanson’s call to ‘hide’ children with autism misguided
Senator Pauline Hanson’s call yesterday to remove children with Autism from mainstream classrooms attempts to over-simplify a complicated issue, feeding into people’s ignorance. That’s the perspective of Barrie Elvish, Chief Executive of WDEA, a regional...Read more
2017 Warrnibald entries now open
Entries for South West Victoria’s most prestigious portraiture arts prize are now open, providing the region’s artists an opportunity to showcase inspiring members of the local community, as well as the importance art plays in...Read more
