Chris’s drive to find work that works with fibromyalgia is taking him to new heights
Chris had not worked since 2018 due to health issues, now he’s completed six months training at Maccas Farm and learned a whole new set of skills. Chris is a […]
Richard’s recruitment team loved him so much they’ve snapped him up for themselves
Richard is a 24-year-old young man who did not think he would ever be able to work, due to his medical conditions. Richard has been living with rheumatoid arthritis since […]
Jason’s heartwarming motivation to work his way out of long-term unemployment and into a new job
Interact customer Jason had been unemployed for 12 months when they stepped in to help him find a new role. Jason had been employed as a long-term full-time carer when […]
Long term unemployment and living in social housing didn’t stop Noelene pursuing her dream to work
Noelene had been persistent in wanting to find work despite her barriers. Covid made that plan more challenging as she didn’t have access to a phone or computer. Bridge to […]
5 tips to using social media to find a job
When you hear social media, you might immediately think of Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram, but social media can refer to any online platform you might use to communicate or network […]
5 tips for maintaining a positive attitude while looking for work
1. Be goal oriented Try to see this time as an opportunity; if you’ve always wanted to transition into another career, or upskill so you’re a better candidate for […]
Mandy gets the chance she has been waiting for
When Mandy came to CoAct Service Partner, Settlement Services International, she had been out of work for nine months and felt frustrated by employers who seemed unwilling to give her […]
The grass is greener for Phillip
After being unemployed for 2 years, Phillip had become homeless and his mental health had declined dramatically. He turned to CoAct Service Partner, Interact, for support, and with their help […]
A rewarding journey for Ken
With the help of Brad and the team at IMPACT in Bundaberg, 36 year old Ken* – an Indigenous job seeker – overcame his shyness, completed a conservation and landcare […]
Jacinta’s “incredable” journey
Out of employment since 2015, and struggling with some big personal hurdles, Jacinta wasn’t sure where to turn. With the support of CoAct Service Partner Community Solutions, Jacinta has found […]
Thanks to the Can Van, Tannille realises she CAN
Tannille had been unemployed for over three years when she approached CoAct partner Workways for help. With Tannille’s motivated approach, and a little help from Workways, she soon found her […]
A new chapter for Mohammad
When Mohammad arrived in Australia as an asylum seeker in 2012, he had limited understanding of the English language, and was unsure how to start his new life in Australia. […]
