In this issue

AUGUST

8 August  Gymnastics Training, 6:00 am to 9:00 am, Warragul Gymnastics Club
CBCA Shadow Judging – Book of the Year (Katrina Nannestad), 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm, Traralgon Secondary School Library
10 August  Year 10 into Year 11 2023 Course Counselling, 1:30 pm, Traralgon Secondary School Room 4
Year 9 into Year 10 2023 Information Evening, 7:00 pm, Traralgon Secondary School Main Building
11 August  SEISA Winter Inter/Senior Round 4
House Music, 9:45 am, Traralgon Secondary School Gymnasium
12 August  Year 7 2023 Friendship Morning, 9:00 am to noon, Traralgon Secondary School Main Building
VCE Subject Selections Due, 3:30 pm
15 August  Gymnastics Training, 6:00 am to 9:00 am, Warragul Gymnastics Club
16 August  Year 9 into Year 10 2023 Course Counselling, 1:30 pm
17 August  Year 9 Elephant Ed Workshop, 1:30 pm
18 August  SEISA Winter Inter/Senior Round 5
19 August  Year 9 into 10 2023 Subject Selections Due, 3:10 pm

* Please note that all events/excursions are dependent on COVID-19 restrictions.
* TBC – to be confirmed.

AUGUST

3 to 5 August  Family Snow Sports Camp
10 August  Year 1 Excursion, IMAX Melbourne Museum
Years 3 to 4 Hoop Time
17 August  State Football (selected students only) TBC
26 August  Year 7 2023 Friendship Morning
30 August  Years 5 to 6 Hoop Time
31 August  Parent Teacher Interviews, 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm

SEPTEMBER

1 September  Parent Teacher Interviews, 3:30 pm to 8:00 pm
9 September  Gippsland Biggest PJ Day
16 September  Last Day Term 3, 2:20 pm FINISH

Please note the change of date for the School Musical is from 14 September to 20 October.

* Please note that all events/excursions are dependent on COVID-19 restrictions.
* TBC – to be confirmed.

AUGUST

5 August  Sport Aerobics Training, Warragul Secondary School Gymnasium/Dance Studio, 7:00 am to 8:30 am
8 August  Gymnastics Training, Warragul Gymnastics Centre, 7:00 am to 8:00 am
Year 11 into Year 12 2023 Course Counselling, Warragul Secondary School Library
9 August  Year 10 into Year 11 2023 Course Counselling, Warragul Secondary School Library
Studio Concert, Parker Centre and Science Centre Lecture Theatre, Prep to Year 12, 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
11 August  SEISA Winter Intermediate/Senior Round 4
12 August  Sport Aerobics Training, Warragul Secondary School Gymnasium/Dance Studio, 7:00 am to 8:30 am TBC
Theatre Studies Monologue Exam Preparation Workshop, Gippsland Performing Arts Centre, Traralgon, 9:30 am to 2:30 pm
VCE Subject Selections Due, 3:30 pm
15 August  Gymnastics Training, Warragul Gymnastics Centre, 7:00 am to 8:00 am
Year 9 into Year 10 2023 Course Counselling, Warragul Secondary School Library
16 August  House Cultural Day
18 August  SEISA Winter Intermediate/Senior Round 5
Year 7 Immunisations
Studio Concert, Parker Centre and Science Centre Lecture Theatre, Prep to Year 12, 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
19 August  Sport Aerobics Training, Warragul Secondary School Gymnasium/Dance Studio, 7:00 am to 8:30 am
Year 11 Leadership Day, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Years 8, 9 and 10 2023 Subject Selections Due, 3:30 pm
19 to 22 August  Sport Aerobics National Championships
21 August  AusCycling Schools Mountain Bike Series – Round 3, Cranwell Park, Braybrook
22 August  School Gymnastics Carnival
24 August  Expose, Excite, Ignite Science Show, Years 7 and 8 students, Science Centre Lecture Theatre, 9:40 am to 12:30 pm
Parent Student Teacher Interviews (PSTIs) Evening 1, Face-to-Face session, 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
25 August  SEISA Winter Intermediate/Senior Finals
26 August  Sport Aerobics Training, Warragul Secondary School Gymnasium/Dance Studio, 7:00 am to 8:30 am
29 to 31 August  Year 12 VET Sport and Recreation Camp
30 August  Parent Student Teacher Interviews (PSTIs) Evening 2, online via Zoom, 4:00 pm to 8:30 pm

* Please note that all events/excursions are dependent on COVID-19 restrictions.
* TBC – to be confirmed.

Our annual Year 10 Careers Conference Camp was held at Phillip Island during the first week of term and was a huge success! I would like to thank Mrs Cumming, all of the teachers, presenters and especially the students who impressed everyone involved with their hard work over the three days.  The conference is a fantastic opportunity for the students to learn new skills and gain key information for their upcoming subject selections.

Once again, this newsletter is full of information aimed at Year 12 students in particular, however Year 10 and 11 students and their families will also find it useful for future planning.

“Don’t Be Realistic! We never know what is possible until we put forth and promote that which is desirable and needed.” Rabbi Michael Lerner

Sarah Luck
Head of Careers
sluck@stpaulsags.vic.edu.au

Parent/Guardian Resources

Good decision-making skills can help your teen make good choices and set them up for success later in life.  Teens can face many challenges at school that require them to make choices, such as the transition to secondary school, selecting subjects, bullying, friendships and exam stress. Spark their Future has provided five steps that you can use with your teen to help them make good decisions about school and life.

Find out more: Spark their future

Year 12 Students

VTAC

As advised in our last newsletter and mentioned to Year 12 students on Thursday, you need to create an account through VTAC to apply for university and some TAFE courses.  Students are encouraged to browse the links below to begin to familiarise themselves with what lies ahead over the coming months and the application processes for entry to tertiary study in Victoria in 2023:

• VTAC Year 12 Guide 
• VTAC Guide – Researching Tertiary Education

This includes requests for special consideration (SEAS), scholarship applications and other supporting documentation that may be required by institutions.

Unique Student Identifier (USI)
You will need to create a USI number to be able to apply for courses via the state-based Tertiary Admission Centres. To create yours go to, www.usi.gov.au/students/get-a-usi

If you have studied a VET subject at school or a short course, you will already have one – you can retrieve your number via, www.usi.gov.au

VTAC timely applications open on 1 August and close on 29 September at 5:00 pm.

University Information

Meet The University of Melbourne in Traralgon
Tuesday 9 August 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm at Traralgon Golf Club

At The University of Melbourne you will join a thriving and diverse community that supports you to follow your passions. As a Melbourne University graduate, you will think critically and creatively across disciplines and be a change-maker throughout your career, no matter the industry.

Come along to the information evening in Traralgon to speak to the Future Students team and hear how a Melbourne University degree will set you apart. Staff will be covering key topics including:

• How you can design a degree as unique as you with the Melbourne University curriculum, using a breadth of subjects and more than 100 majors to set yourself up for a successful career
• Student Life initiatives, university accommodation, wellbeing and support services and how they can support you in making your new home in Melbourne
• Opportunities in and outside of the classroom, such as concurrent diplomas, work-integrated learning, internships, exchange and their suite of competitive scholarships
• Access Melbourne, the special entry access scheme, offers guaranteed entry to eligible students from rural and regional areas, and those with a disadvantaged financial background.

To book your place visit Information Evening – The University of Melbourne

Charles Sturt University – Medicine, Veterinary and Dental applications are now open

Applications are now open for the Doctor of Medicine,  Bachelor of Veterinary Science  and Bachelor of Dental Science through UAC.

For veterinary science, applicants will also need to complete this form and a predicted ATAR letter.

For the Doctor of Medicine and Dental Science, applicants must have registered and sat the UCAT ANZ (University Clinical Aptitude Test) before applying through UAC.

Applications close through UAC on 20 September 2022 for these courses with no late applications accepted.

Open Days and Information Sessions

Open days are now on!  Click on the links below to check the dates of the universities you would like to attend.  If you are considering studying at TAFE or university after school, it is crucial that you attend open days.

To get the most out of your open day experience follow these handy tips

For a list of open days click below:
Victoria/Tasmania Open Days
NSW/Canberra Open Days

 
Monash University – Clayton Campus Tour
Friday 19 August 2022, 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Monash University, Clayton Campus

Visit Monash for a campus tour of Clayton to see and experience all Monash has on offer! Led by their enthusiastic student ambassadors, come along and ask them questions and get a taste of life at Monash. With a tour duration of approximately 60 minutes, you will tour the outside of the buildings and explore the world-class campuses.

Representatives from the Education, Engineering, Information Technology and Science faculties will be available to speak with you at the conclusion of the tour.

Find out more: Clayton Campus Tour

Monash – Discover Global Studies
Thursday 25 August 2022, 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Monash University, Clayton Campus

Be a leader in creating social change in areas of cultures and communities facing global challenges such as the rich-poor gap or accessing clean water. This course offers you a pioneering approach to education, designed to tackle the most important challenges that the world’s communities face. There is a focus on the practical application of knowledge and skills to real-life scenarios and core units focusing on leadership development.

Find out more: Discover Global Studies

The Academy of Interactive Entertainment (AIE) – Online Campus Day
Online – Saturday 27 August 2022, 1:00 pm

Discover the courses designed to get you started in game development, 3D animation, film and visual effects at the AIE Online Campus Day.  AIE will be running this event for students interested in studying online. You will be able to meet teachers, explore how classes will run, course options, career pathways and see the amazing work of students.

Topics covered will be:

• careers in games and VFX;
• studios and industries who they work with;
• courses we offer – from beginners to professional mastery, and;
• the software, skills and knowledge we teach.

Find out more: AIE online campus day

ACU – Talk with Psychologists
Online – Wednesday 14 September 2022, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

A career in psychology will allow you to explore the human mind and behaviours, and improve outcomes for a range of people in the community.

Join this online event to hear from ACU alumni about their experiences working as psychologists. Take part in a Q & A session with graduates and learn what it is like to provide meaningful insight and support to others when they need it most.

Find out more: ACU Online

Study Resources

ATAR Notes

The ATAR notes website provides resources for VCE students. You can download free exam preparation and summary notes for subjects and watch lectures.
https://atarnotes.com/

Australian Catholic University – Year 12 Revision Webinars
ACU is running free Year 12 VCE revision webinars in August and September on a wide range of subjects.
Register via ACU Revision

Schools Recommendation Scheme (SRS)

Students considering applying for a course at an interstate university or campus might like to consider also applying for the Schools Recommendation Scheme (SRS). The SRS enables schools to recommend current Year 12 students who are also UAC applicants, for early offers of undergraduate admission.

The aim of SRS is to help more Year 12 students gain access to higher education, especially those students who might otherwise not be offered a place.

SRS applications close at midnight on 19 September 2022. 

Find out more by visiting UAC – Schools Recommendation Scheme (SRS).

Early Admissions

Applying for an early admission program?
All early admission programs for Victorian universities are now open. Ensure you have checked closing dates and are working on your applications as some programs close at the end of August. You may need to organise a recommendation or your Year 11 results from school, so try and be organised early.

Admissions Testing 

Applying for a teaching degree?
If you are planning to apply for an undergraduate education degree in the future, you will need to be aware of the selection criteria outlined below for each state.

Victorian courses

Achieve a minimum ATAR of 70
Some universities will require a higher ATAR. You may be able to access entry into courses with a lower ATAR if you are eligible for ATAR adjustment points.

Complete the CASPer test
Students planning to apply for initial teacher education courses in Victoria for the 2023 intake are required to sit the Casper test.  This is an online video-based situational judgment test. The test is designed to measure ethics, empathy and communication (selected universities will require this), find out more at https://takealtus.com/

Achieve prerequisites
Meet the requirements for prerequisite subjects.

Achieve minimum study scores
This will vary between universities.

NSW based courses

Teaching Questionnaire
You may need to complete a Teaching Questionnaire via the Universities Admissions Centre.

Motivation to Teach
You may need to complete a Motivation to Teach statement direct to the university.

Achieve prerequisites
Meet the requirements for prerequisite subjects.

Achieve minimum study scores/bands
This will vary between universities.

Please contact the universities you will be applying to for specific information.

Casper is an online, open-response situational judgment test (SJT) for Year 12 students planning to apply for health, veterinary science and teaching courses.  Programs are looking to make sure that students are not only academically capable but also possess suitable personal and professional qualities that make them more likely to succeed on the job.  The test asks what you would do in a tough situation, and more importantly, why.  This helps determine the behavioural tendencies of applicants pursuing people-centred professions.

Nursing – Students planning to apply for undergraduate nursing at Victoria University for the 2023 intake are also required to sit the Casper test.

For information on dates and how to apply, visit Casper Test

Law Admissions Test (LAT)
Students planning to apply for undergraduate law courses at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) will need to sit the LAT.
Registrations for the test close Friday 12 August, visit UNSWlat

Accommodation

If you have to move away to study your course, you will need to consider accommodation options. If you would like to live on-campus, you will need to start considering your options now as some universities are ‘first in, first served’.

Steps to apply for on-campus accommodation:
• Make an Excel sheet or table in Word.
• List the universities you are applying to.
• Google the university and the term ‘accommodation’.
• In your table, list the types of accommodation available (for example, studio, shared apartment, catered, non-catered).
• Then list the weekly or yearly price for each option and the contract period.
• List the application method, the closing date, cost to apply and if a deposit is required.
• Speak to your family about budget considerations.
• Then tick off the accommodation you have applied for once this is completed.

Gap Year

Student exchange

Have you considered applying for an overseas exchange program? The benefits of exchange include:

• Cultural immersion
• Language development
• Development of soft skills such as resilience
• Lots of fun!

An exchange can be as short as six weeks and as long as a year. There are many countries and programs to choose from. Scholarships may be available. The following two exchange companies are running information webinars:

• World Education Program (WEP) WEP Exchange
• Southern Cross Cultural Exchange (SCCE) Southern Cross Cultural Exchange

University Course Spotlight 

Studying Nutrition at ACU

Nutritionists are employed in the public and private sectors, including hospitals, clinics, government bodies and private practice.  With more than 3,000 placement health partners nationally, students will have the opportunity to engage in community and workplace experiences.

Students aspiring to a career promoting and improving health and nutrition in individuals and the wider community, might like to consider four reasons why they might like to choose ACU:

1. The Bachelor of Nutrition Science builds on ACU’s expertise in health-focused course offerings, including elective choices tailored to student’s studies.  Students get to understand the science behind food and nutrition, including human physiology and biochemistry, and food and culinary nutrition science. By meeting the requirements of the Nutrition Society of Australia (NSA), the program has a clear focus on food science, community and public health nutrition, and the role of diet in health promotion and disease prevention.
2. Students who have a flair for business may choose to double their skills by studying the double degree – Bachelor of Nutrition Science/Bachelor of Business Administration.

RMIT – Education Degrees in 3.5 years

RMIT’s suite of Education degrees, including the Bachelor of Health, Physical Education and Sport (Secondary) degree, can be taken in accelerated mode, allowing domestic students to increase their study load and complete the course in 3.5 years.

Students are encouraged to browse the different education degrees offered at RMIT to find out more – Education degrees.

Students are also encouraged to watch the following YouTube clip: What’s next for teaching? Find out at RMIT.

University News

University of Tasmania – School’s Recommendation Program
Applications are now open for Year 12 students to apply for courses at the University of Tasmania.  Students can apply via the School’s Recommendation Program.  Rather than an ATAR, selection is based on a recommendation from your school, Year 11 results and other factors.  Successful applicants will receive a course offer well before exams.

Applications close on 7 October
For further information visit: School’s Recommendation Program

Carlton College of Sport

Get your foot in the door of the sports industry at the Carlton College of Sport, where you will combine your first year of tertiary study with real-world experience. A partnership between Carlton Football Club and La Trobe University, the leading university for career outcomes in sport, this unique tertiary program provides the ultimate learning experience in a high-performance environment.

Courses on offer include –

Diploma of Sport Coaching and Development: This one-year course is for students interested in working on-field with athletes.  Subjects include a mixture of sports and exercise science, sport coaching, talent identification, game development, sport management, human physiology, and anatomy subjects.

Benefits are:
• Complete 100 hours of placement at the Carlton Football Club and industry partners
• 95% of graduates continue to second year tertiary study or full-time employment
• Four graduate roles offered for each cohort at the Carlton Football Club
Students who complete this diploma are able to proceed straight into the second year of a bachelor’s degree.

Diploma of Elite Sport Business:  This one-year course is for students interested in what happens behind the scenes of a professional sporting club, including how sport is managed, presented and promoted.  The program combines studies in a range of sport topics including management, marketing and media and is delivered at IKON Park, the home of the Carlton Football Club (six subjects) and the Melbourne Campus of La Trobe University at Bundoora (two subjects).

Prerequisites for entry into either of these courses:
VCE Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least twenty-five in English (EAL) or at least twenty in English other than EAL.

Admission criteria for both courses:
This course may use the ATAR as part of its selection considerations.
Applications are to be made directly to Carlton College. To find out more, or register your interest visit Carlton College of Sport.

For further information visit: Carlton College of Sport

Year 11 Students

Biomedical Research Summer School
Passionate about science or health? Want to learn more about what is next after Year 12? The La Trobe Biomedical and Health Science Summer School is for you!  Regional Victorian Year 11 students are invited to apply for The Holsworth Biomedical Research Initiative Summer School at La Trobe University. The event will be held between 12 and 14 December at the Bendigo campus. La Trobe will provide two nights accommodation on campus, all meals catered and return transport to Bendigo from regional hometowns (for example train/bus tickets).

Information and application – La Trobe Biomedical and Health Science Summer School
 

Business Cadetship
Are you interested in pursuing a business career?  You may consider applying for a cadetship under the Business Cadetships in Melbourne program.  Cadet placement is in Global Markets and in Global Research at UBS, a top-ranking global bank.  Business Cadets combine paid work at UBS Melbourne with study at the university of their choice in Melbourne.

For further information click here: Business Cadetship

To apply click here: Apply here

Years 10 and 11 Students

What is VET in the VCE?
During your upcoming subject selection process you will be asked if you want to complete a VET subject. VET stands for Vocational Education and Training, and vocation refers to work or employment. VET in the VCE programs are designed to give students exposure to practical skills and an understanding of what it is like to ‘learn through doing’. So, students can opt to do a VET subject while completing their VCE and, in most cases, the VET qualification contributes towards the VCE and the ATAR.
Visit Get VET in the VCE.

Job Spotlight

Surveyor

Interested in geography, maths, IT and the outdoors?  If you want a job that will keep you on your feet and take you to new places, this could be the perfect career for you.  Surveying is the measurement and mapping of our surrounding environment using mathematics and specialised technology. Land surveyors are involved with a diverse variety of projects from land subdivision to tunnel building and major construction. Surveyors are responsible for taking precise measurements of plots of land and preparing plans for construction or mapping based on these measurements. You could be measuring pieces of land as small as house blocks, all the way up to large stretches of coastline.

About you:

• Great problem-solver
• Can work in teams
• Observant and analytical
• Fit and active
• Excellent communicator
• Critical thinker
• Careful and precise
• Great time management skills

The job:

• Measuring distances and angles to accurately define land boundaries
• Working with a variety of technical equipment, including GPS, theodolites, drones and more
• Compiling and analysing gathered data
• Preparing site plans, reports and maps
• Presenting data to clients and other professionals
• Liaising with builders, architects, urban planners and engineers
• Monitoring any environmental problems or concerns

Lifestyle Impact: Moderate

• Part-time opportunities: Very low – only around 12% of surveyors work part-time (source: labourmarketinsights.gov.au).
• Average hours for full-time workers: 47 hours a week, which is above average (source: labourmarketinsights.gov.au).
• Surveyors’ salary (average) $100,000* per year (source: seek.com.au). *Salaries vary depending on your skills and experience.
• Future career growth: Strong (source: labourmarketinsights.gov.au).
• A majority of your work will be done outdoors and if you need to meet a deadline you may need to work in all kinds of weather.

Surveyors are most in demand in these locations:

Around 8,500 people worked as surveyors in Australia in 2021 (source: labourmarketinsights.gov.au). There is above average demand for surveyors in Western Australia. Most surveyors work in the professional, scientific and technical services, and construction industries.

How to become a Surveyor in Australia

To become a surveyor in Australia you will need to complete a relevant undergraduate degree, as well as some further training.

Step 1 – Complete Year 12 with a focus on English, Maths and Sciences.
Step 2 – Complete a relevant undergraduate degree, such as a Bachelor of Surveying.
Step 3 – Register with your State or Territory’s Surveyors Board. Registration requirements can include working under the supervision of a registered Surveyor and written or oral examinations.
Step 4 – Start working as a fully registered surveyor.
Step 5 – With experience, consider applying for further specialist endorsements.

Similar careers to surveyor
Architect
Urban Planner
Engineer
Environmental Scientist
Builder
Cartographer
Industrial Designer

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What do Surveyors do?
Surveyors use a variety of tools and technology to accurately measure plots of land.

Which industries employ Surveyors?
Surveyors are mostly employed in the professional, scientific and technical services, and construction industries.

What options are there for career progression?
You can start out with a Certificate IV or Diploma qualification and work as a surveying assistant before moving your way up to becoming a surveyor. There are several areas you might like to specialise in as a surveyor, including land, marine, mining, environmental, engineering and more.

Do I need to go to university to become a Surveyor?
Yes, you will need to complete an undergraduate degree before you can start working as a fully qualified surveyor.

Where do Surveyors work?
Surveyors can work for private companies, such as architects, builders, engineers or for the Government.

What are three things I can do right now to help me become a Surveyor?
1. Work on building important maths skills by taking short courses or online workshops, or even entering competitions.
2. See if you can find work experience in surveying or a related field. This will help you see if you might enjoy the work, and can help you start building important contacts for the future.
3. Talk to a surveyor to see what a day in their life is like. If you do not know anyone, see if you can watch videos or documentaries about a career in surveying or spatial science.

Find out more at the below links or read the following section about work experience opportunities:

https://sssi.org.au/

http://www.acsnational.com.au/

https://www.alifewithoutlimits.com.au/

Careers in Human Resources

The Good Universities Guide* states that “Human Resources Officers provide administration services for the recruitment and employment of staff.  In small organisations, Human Resources Officers are usually responsible for all staffing matters.  In large organisations they may specialise in a particular area such as recruitment, wages and entitlements or staff training.”

 Personal requirements of a Human Resources Officer –

• Good planning, organisational, analytical and decision-making skills
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Tactful and discrete when dealing with people and confidential information

* Good Universities Guide – Human Resources Officer

Training to become a Human Resources Officer can take place at TAFE or university.  Below are some of the courses offered in Victoria.  Often human resource majors are offered in business and commerce courses at TAFE and university.  For a comprehensive list of all courses offering studies in human resources, including double-degree options, visit VTAC

Work Experience

It has been lovely to hear such positive feedback from employers who hosted our students for work experience during the mid-year break with many saying they would have the students back anytime.  If you are in Years 10 to 12 and are interested in participating in work experience in the September holidays please make enquiries with potential employers then complete a green form from the Careers Office or speak to me.

Latrobe Regional Hospital
The Latrobe Regional Hospital are now taking applications for work experience. If you are interested please see me for how to apply.

Surveying
The Surveying Task Force Work Experience Program provides you with a direct link to surveying organisations who are looking to support and mentor you. Simply register your interest and they will link you to companies who have placements available.

Find out more here: Surveying Task Force

Competitions

Anthology Cover Art Award 2022

Submissions are now invited for the Anthology Cover Art Award. Established to foster and support both established and emerging visual artists and provide a platform for publication, the competition is open to multiple genres including painting, printmaking, mixed media, photography and digital media.

Works entered must not have appeared on the cover of another publication and not entered simultaneously in any other contest or competition. Works previously exhibited or published on the artist’s website or on the interior pages of a book or magazine are accepted.

Entries are invited from artists of all nationalities, living anywhere in the world. There is no limit to entries per person.

The winner will receive a €500 (approximately $700) cash prize and publication on the cover of (including editorial coverage) a future Issue of Anthology.

The entry fee is approximately $30, entries close 31 October 2022.

Find out more here: Anthology magazine

Casual Work Opportunities

Working casually whilst still at school has many benefits; it can help with your time management, people skills, working in a team and earning money! If you need help preparing your CV please come and see me in the Careers Office or view the Skills Road or Youth Central sites listed below.  Once you have your CV completed ask around to see if any family friends know of any employers needing casual staff. It is also worth looking online; you can view employment opportunities at the websites below.
Do you need a Tax File Number (TFN)?
If you are planning to get a job or if you would like to study at university or TAFE next year, you will need a TFN. To start the application process go to, ATO_TFN

Find out about your rights at work
Learn about your rights, responsibilities, how to resolve issues in the workplace and rules about unpaid work, Fair Work_Young Workers

Learn about safety in the workplace
Your rights and responsibilities, Young_Workers_Rights

How to stay safe 
Important tips about your first or current job, WorkSafe

Warragul opportunities:

Kmart, https://bit.ly/2Y8U2Rd

McDonald’s, https://bit.ly/380Uvtb
Bunnings, https://bit.ly/2LfB2Ls

Flavorite Tomatoes, https://www.flavorite.com.au/careers
KFC, https://bit.ly/33N7mM1
Woolworths, https://bit.ly/2RptgTp

Coles, https://bit.ly/383OETN

Morwell/Traralgon opportunities:

Woolworths, https://bit.ly/2RptgTp

Coles, https://bit.ly/383OETN

Kmart, https://bit.ly/2Y8U2Rd

McDonald’s, https://bit.ly/380Uvtb
Bunnings, https://bit.ly/2LfB2Ls

Sportsgirl, https://bit.ly/2RfT2cC

Hungry Jacks, https://bit.ly/2qkwIU8

Donut King, https://bit.ly/2YbqYIy

Cotton On, https://bit.ly/2LjebPj

Job seeking resources
For excellent job seeking tips and resume/cover letter templates, check out the resources at the following two websites:
Skillsroad, www.skillsroad.com.au
Youth Central, www.youthcentral.vic.gov.au