Tourism operators from all over the world came together recently at The World Indigenous Tourism Summit (WITS) in Boorloo (Perth) and collectively endorsed unanimously and enthusiastically, a First Nations Climate Statement document. The statement read:
As proud descendants of Indigenous people from around the world, we, the 2023 WITS Delegates, recognise and accept our inherent social and cultural obligation gifted to us from our 'Old People' (Ancestors) to protect, heal and preserve our lands; or in essence "look after country. More information regarding the statement Jobs and Skills Centres (JSCs) services include specialist services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, which have been enhanced through an $8.14 million investment. Approximately 30 Aboriginal employment and engagement officers are employed across the JSC network who work closely with employers and other key service providers in their area to integrate services and maximise training and employment opportunities for Aboriginal clients and to ensure culturally appropriate employment and career services are provided.
Enhancements include the inclusion of more Aboriginal artwork to ensure the JSCs provide a culturally supportive, vibrant and welcoming space for Aboriginal staff and clients. Establishing additional Aboriginal Services, including at Perth metropolitan JSCs at Fremantle and Perth TAFE campuses, is intended to enhance opportunities for Aboriginal people to engage in sustainable employment and help meet the State's skills shortages and growing workforce demand. Employers and businesses are encouraged to get in touch with their nearest JSC for support to increase their engagement with the Aboriginal community and to create a more culturally aware workplace that can attract and retain more Aboriginal employees. Contact your local Jobs and Skills Centre on 13 64 64 or visit the Jobs and Skills WA website for more information www.jobsandskills.wa.gov.au/jobs-and-skills-centre. Read Minister McGurk's full media statement Western Australian film-maker Ashley Morrison's documentary "Return to your corner" is showing at the State Library on Wednesday 26th April 2023. The documentary covers the journey of Africa's first boxing world champion and the racial challenges he experienced as an athlete. It premiered at the New York Athletic Club on the 16th February 2023 and has been listed and won numerous awards including the Dublin Movie Awards 2023.
The Training Accreditation Council have approved these four SIS Sport, Fitness and Recreation Training Package qualifications for an extended transition period until 31 January 2024.
Western Australia as a world-class study destination will be on show this week at one of Australasia's biggest international education events.
As the host city for the ICEF ANZA 2023 conference, Perth will welcome education providers and recruitment agents from across the globe. Designed to showcase WA as a leading study destination, delegates will enjoy unique tourism activities such as a gourmet beach barbeque at sunset, Fremantle Prison and a trip to Rottnest, as well as meeting and visiting the campuses of WA education and training providers. The three-day event is expected to attract more than 230 international student recruitment agents and 150 plus providers from around 49 countries. The Australian Football League has released two documents to assist with concussion management:
The City of Rockingham officially opened the Baldivis Sporting Complex on the 17th March 2023. The main focus of this complex is to offset the shortage of active reserve space in the City of Rockingham for sporting groups. The main pavilion of the complex will be home to the White Knights Baldivis Cricket Club and the Baldivis Brumbies Football Club. The complex also includes an indoor recreation centre and has plans for future expansion of another pavilion, 18 outdoor hardcourts, a nature playground and youth space.
The Bankwest Curtin Economics Centre, in collaboration with Curtin's Tourism Research Cluster, have released new research looking at the tourism industry in WA.
The report Go Your Own Way: Recovery and regeneration for the tourism industry in Western Australia, examines the dynamics of the tourism industry before and after the COVID-19 crisis and outlines the road to recovery for the sector in Western Australia. The report finds that Western Australia’s tourism industry continues to bounce back from a pandemic-induced slump, but that the industry still faces many challenges, including realising the potential of cultural tourism, re-engagement with the important Chinese market and workforce shortages in regional tourism areas. The Women in Print 2023 Breakfast Series has been launched, with the Perth event set to take place on 24th May with venue to be confirmed. Seeking to champion the many exciting pathways open to women in the print and visual communications industry, FutureNow has joined the sponsor list for the event in 2023.
The 2023 keynote speaker will be Danielle Dobson who will headline the Series in all locations, exploring her book Breaking the Gender Code. Danielle is a speaker, author, facilitator and mother. Susan Heaney, chair, Women in Print, said, “Often women feel they are failing if they reach out for support and approach their professional lives with an invincible attitude. Breaking the Gender Code is about assessing that and looking to how we can equip ourselves with skills to feel empowered, recognising our contributions and feeling valued in what we do. I think it is topical, our Women in Print community will be able to walk away from the events with skills they can start using immediately.” Established in 2007, Women in Print is a collaboration of women across the print communications industry. It acts as a support team offering opportunities to network whilst benefiting women from all walks of life, in and around the industry. Their events, webinars and engagement sessions throughout the year provide the opportunity for women in the print industry to share knowledge, work within a professional community and build support networks for professional development and growth. Read the full Print21 article Western Australia's first Creative Tech Innovation Hub has been launched in Bunbury. The WA Creative Technology Innovation Hub (WACTIH) is a State-wide network which is aimed at bringing together and supporting tech creatives both online and in person. The hub aims to build industry partnerships with regional innovation hubs, the startup community and the education sector. A first for the State, the Hub will be focused on supporting creative industries such as design, music, advertising, film, and media, as well as emerging technologies including gaming, digital software development and immersive technology.
The state Government will invest $1.2 million over four years in WACTIH, which enables collaboration with Edith Cowan University, the City of Bunbury, industry and local communities. WACTIH's first international initiative, the Creative Tech Exchange, will focus on developing new international partnerships with creative, tech and innovation collaborators from around the world. Read Minister Dawson's full media statement |
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