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Festival of Bright Ideas | Saturday 17 August | Princes Wharf 1, Hobart

Experience the brightest innovation, research and technology in Tasmania. There's a huge range of mind-blowing science activities for all ages – explore the natural world, dive into our oceans, interact with robots, delve into virtual reality, see a life-sized dinosaur, and much more! 

 

Check out the FOBI program online and book your tickets now to avoid disappointment – some sessions sell out quickly: https://festivalofbrightideas.com.au/

Hookin2Hockey Skills Sessions |Term 3 | Hobart 

Hockey Tasmania is offering all primary school children aged six to 12 years the opportunity to learn the skills of hockey through its Hookin2Hockey Skills Session. All sessions are conducted by trained coaches who use fun and exciting activities and games to introduce participants to the sport.

 

All beginners welcome! Hockey sticks and shinpads can be provided if required. All participants must bring a mouthguard.

 

Where: Tasmanian Hockey Centre, New Town

When: Wednesdays 5-6pm

Program: 5 weeks (7 August - 4 September) 

Cost: $40.00 (Revsport charges apply)

 

All participants must register. Please ensure you write down your child's name and date of birth on the registration form when prompted.

 

Enquiries to Pathway and Development Officer: joshua.mardell@hockeytasmania.com.au 

Kingborough Community Hub | Youth Services | Term 3

More information:

For bookings and details, please visit the website: www.kingborough.tas.gov.au/community-events

Tasmanian Building and Construction Careers Expo

2024 Student Seminar | Physiotherapy careers

Registrations

If students and/or parents/carers would like to attend this seminar, please complete the below form and return to hobartonmurray@backinmotion.com.au by Friday 27 September.

UTAS Open Day | Hobart

Meet Melbourne Tasmania | information evening

Join us for this in-person information evening to explore your undergraduate study and accommodation options. You'll also discover how you could be eligible for the new Narrm Scholarship, tailored enrichment program and other benefits to help you build your connections.

ATO School Leaver Program

Are you a 2023 or 2024 Year 12 graduate? How do you choose what to do next? 

 

You could choose to combat crime and fraud. You could choose to safeguard the data of millions of Australians. You could choose to do work that helps fund critical services and infrastructure to improve the lives of Australians. 

 

That’s where the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) comes in. Wait, what? Yes, really. You may be surprised to know they’re not all accountants at the ATO. 

 

Join the 12-month 2025 ATO School Leaver Program and you’ll get:  

  • a competitive salary 
  • a permanent position 
  • practical, hands-on work experience 
  • formal training, including a Certificate III in IT or business 
  • professional development and networking opportunities 
  • a promotion and a pay rise when you complete the program. 

Plus, you’ll enjoy healthy working hours, flexible arrangements, generous leave, and extensive support for your physical and mental wellbeing. 

 

During the program you’ll get to work in administration, information technology or client engagement.  

 

To be eligible you must have successfully completed Year 12 in 2023 or 2024. 

 

Positions are available in Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Hobart, Parramatta, Perth, Melbourne and Sydney. 

 

Applications for the 2025 ATO School Leaver Program open 7 August and close 28 August 2024. 

 

If you’re ready to make big things happen, the ATO School Leaver Program is for you! For more info visit ato.gov.au/schoolleaver 

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