Safer journeys start here: Ipswich driver safety event
Road safety saves lives, and when communities, government agencies and industry partners work together, the impact is powerful. On Saturday 15 November, more than 200 Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme workers gathered at City Hope Church in Ripley for an interactive driver safety event designed to build knowledge and confidence on Australian roads.
From Fiji to Australia: Melita’s journey of care, courage and connection
Melita’s journey began in Fiji, where she lovingly cared for her grandmother from a young age. Even while still at school, she dreamt of becoming a caregiver, a dream that would eventually take her across the ocean.
When offered a role in Australia’s aged care sector through the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme, Melita saw more than a job. It was a chance to pursue her passion and uplift her family.
Laurel shines a light on her experience working in Australia
Laurel’s journey through the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme transformed her life professionally and personally. From leading quality assurance on a citrus farm in Australia to coordinating sales at a major resort in Vanuatu, Laurel’s story is a powerful example of how working under the PALM scheme builds lasting skills and confidence.
Taueva’s journey: building a better future for his family
When Taueva left Samoa in 2021 to work in Australia on the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme, he carried the hopes of his family and a plan for a better future.
Three years later, his journey stands as a testament to the rewards of hard work, resilience, and the life-changing potential of the PALM scheme.
Building dreams and communities: how one house creates many opportunities
Alphonse, a skilled carpenter, is supervising a team of workers in the construction of a house situated on a ridge with expansive views of Honiara and the Iron Bottom Sound.
This property is being built for his brother, Philip, who is currently working in Australia through the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme.
Learning, growing, giving back: Karene’s story of change
“Theres so much I’m learning, when I come back to Samoa, I use it. Because I have new experiences in Australia and I can bring it back to help my Banana farm here in Samoa.”
Karene is preparing for his fourth season at an Australia banana farm from through the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme.
Family accompaniment pilot mid-term evaluation report summary
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Minimum hours case studies for workers
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