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Getting Prepared and Ready to Enter the Workforce!

Every young person, from early school leavers to Post-Graduates, is looking to start their journey in life by getting full-time employment. The big question is, are you prepared and ready to enter the workforce? Many Australian and International Students are trying to work out their career plan for when they finish their studies. How can…

Brimbank Careers Fair 2019

This year’s Brimbank Careers Fair was a huge success, with over 1,500 students attending the annual event! The Brimbank Careers Fair has been designed to help young students begin their transition into the workforce by showcasing employment, training, apprenticeship and career opportunities. Keyba Careers was lucky enough to be a part of the Careers Fair…

Resumes – What NOT to Do!

Having a good resume is extremely important when looking for a job, however, would you believe that many people struggle to write a good resume. There are so many different formulas of what people suggest is the right or wrong way when creating a resume however, one thing for sure, is that there are definitely…

The Brainary – The Human Rights Game

Our friends and clients of Key Business Advisors, The Brainary, have released a new children’s game which focuses on teaching human rights at a young age.  In a world that is more connected than ever before as a result of globalisation, this game could not be timelier. Founder of the Brainary and creator of this…

Youth Unemployment in Australia

Finding a job after finishing high school or university is becoming more competitive due to the changing landscape of work. In today’s world, millennials are more educated, tech savvy and connected than ever before but even those with university degrees are struggling to find employment… So, what does this mean for those young people who…

YouthNow at the Victorian Learn Local Awards 2019

Learn Local providers across Victoria offer a wide range of training programs to meet the learning needs of individuals. They have been instrumental in transforming lives through quality education and training specially designed to their needs. The Victorian Learn local Awards are held annually to recognise the efforts of people that ‘transforms lives through community…

Doing Unscored VCE? This course can help you become job-ready!

According to a research conducted by a leading psychologist, ‘VCE could make depression, anxiety worse among kids as the exams coincide with teenagers when they are most vulnerable.’ With the rising rates of anxiety some students are seeking alternative pathways such as ‘Unscored VCE’, to deal with exam stress. Studies have shown that a good…

Wyndham Learning Festival – ‘The Future of Work’ : Panel Discussion

As part of Wyndham Learning Festival, Wyndham City Council invited a panel of experts from business, government and education to share their thoughts on the future of employment. Key Business Advisors and Keyba Careers were part of this event held at Werribee Plaza Library on the 6th of September, 2019. Colin Wilson, Director, Key Business…

Are you looking for a Work Placement for Structured Workplace Learning?

Are you looking for a Work Placement or Work Experience? Are you undertaking a VET program as part of your VCE or VCAL studies? You may be required to work with a host employer to complete a mandatory number of hours of Structured Workplace Learning (SWL). Or are you independently seeking work experience, to gain a…