Vanuatu community shows Stawell its musical side for charity
When Stawell’s ni-Vanuatu community wanted to celebrate their country’s Independence Day and raise some money to send musical instruments and goods back home, a talent show proved to be the perfect idea.
Mariel's persistence pays off as she represents Vanuatu in judo
When Mariel Kalomor moved to Western Australia to participate in the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme, she thought she would have to take a break from her favourite sport, judo. Now she's going to the Commonwealth Games.
Driver training helps workers adapt to Australian road conditions
Driving in a new country can be a challenge, but a safe driver training course aims to make the experience a bit smoother.
Demobilisation checklists
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Work readiness project equips women with work and life skills
Hailing from Papua New Guinea’s mountainous Enga province, 40 women have hit the ground running in south-east Queensland in their new working life as part of the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme.
The Fijian couple building their future as part of the PALM scheme
During the 3 years they have spent living and working in Australia through the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme, Talica and Jonathan from Fiji have faced many challenges due to COVID-19.
Payroll deductions explained
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Chicken dinners a way of thanking workers after winning harvest
After a successful harvest season, the Goulburn Valley wanted a way to thank Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme workers for their hard work. So they organised the workers their favourite meal.
Alberto is developing new skills and sending money back to Timor-Leste
Alberto credits the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme with helping him turn his life around.