Careers News
Tax File Number
Year 12 students are reminded yet again that they cannot enrol in a CSP (Commonwealth Supported Place) university course next year without a Tax File Number (TFN). Students who do not have one are reminded to apply for a TFN online and have their identity verified through an interview at a participating Australia Post office.
To apply and also to find out about participating Post Offices, visit TFN Application
Low Income Healthcare Card for Australian Students
"Once you have finished school you are no longer a student and you may be eligible for a Low Income Health Care Card.
This card gives access to a range of concessions, not only on some health care items and possible concession fares on Victorian public transport services, but also on a range of other goods and services if you are on a low income."
In particular, some TAFE and other short courses offer discounts for cardholders.
You may also be eligible for public transport concessions (note that if you are studying interstate you are not eligible for public transport concessions in Victoria).
Eligibility for a Low Income Health Care Card is based on YOUR income over the previous 8 weeks. As long as your income is less than $4,488.00 over that period (or $561.00 per week) you should qualify. You will maintain the Low Income Health Care Card as long as your income does not exceed $5,610.00 (or $701.25 per week) in any 8 week period.
It is highly recommended that all graduating Year 12 students consider applying for this card once the exams are over.
Visit Low Income Healthcare Cardand find out more.
Study Assist
Students are encouraged to browse the following link as the website provides information to students about Australian Government assistance for financing of tertiary study. There is very useful information on study loans, how one pays back those loans, scholarship opportunities, etc. A useful PDF titled Beyond School Study Guide published in September last year can also be found at - Beyond School Study Guide.
Visit Study Assist
The Melbourne Extracurricular Summit
9 November 2019, 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Trinity Grammar School, Kew
When we hear the word, “Extracurriculars” in Australia, we often think of sport, music or a school activity such as debating.
While there is great value in these activities, there are so many more amazing extracurricular opportunities for students to discover!
These opportunities can help students deepen their learning, find their passion and influence their decisions and pathways for years to come.
The Extracurricular Summit is ideal for students in Year 7 and above. Students will learn from inspiring speakers, come away with practical tips to finding their passion and hear student case studies to help them rethink how they approach their current and future extracurricular activities all in time for the summer holidays!
Find out more here.
Deakin University Maths Competition
The School of Information Technology invites Year 10 secondary students to form a team and participate in a mathematics competition at the Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus. This will be an exciting opportunity to demonstrate your mathematical prowess and to pit your skills against students from different schools.
Which school will be the mathematical ‘Hogwarts’? Who will be the ‘Harry Potter’ of mathematics? Bring your mathematical wands and be ready to do battle against the ‘Voldemort’ of mathematical problems.
Teams are to be comprised of 4 students and a School representative. Prizes and bragging rights to be awarded on the day!
Find out more and register your team here.
Defence Force Work Experience – Weapons Testing
The Proof and Experimental Unit – Graytown (P&EE GT) is a Joint unit which is responsible for the test and evaluation of munitions, explosive ordnance, weapons and platforms for the Australian Defence Force.
This work experience placement will provide the opportunity to observe the functions of the Unit, including the preparation and conduct of proof and experimental tasks, management and preparation of explosive ordnance and ammunition, metal fabrication, weapons maintenance (fitter armourer), data collection and analysis.
The placement runs for 4-5 days and is great for students who are interested in a career in STEM.
Applications are open until Friday, 1 November 2019.
Find out more and apply here.
Melissa Dillon and Robyn Cardamone
Careers & VET Coordinators