What’s Happening?
MIGAS Apprentices & Trainees has opened applications for the First Nations Futures: Employment Pathways Program in Toowoomba, beginning April 2025. This free six-week program targets unemployed Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, offering nationally recognised training, industry tickets, and personalised support to enter the workforce.
Why It Matters
This initiative empowers First Nations job seekers with practical skills, direct employer connections, and cultural mentoring—boosting employment outcomes in Toowoomba and beyond. MIGAS CEO David Hoey said,“We’re proud to provide a program that blends accredited training with mentoring from respected Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leaders.”
Local Impact
Participants train locally in Toowoomba and gain direct access to local employers through face-to-face training and mentoring. Sarina Russo Group and Mandana also provide cultural support, helping participants transition confidently into sustainable jobs.
By the Numbers:
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✅ 100% Free to eligible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander job seekers.
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🧰 Includes a Certificate II in Supply Chain Operations (TLI20421) and tickets like White Card, Forklift Licence, and EWP.
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👥 6-week program with weekly in-person training, mentoring, and industry exposure.
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The program stands out due to its wraparound support. Participants receive:
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Weekly one-on-one cultural mentoring.
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Training delivered by EDB Training.
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Ongoing wellbeing and career support.
According to MIGAS, “It’s not just about finding a job—it’s about building strong, sustainable futures.”
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With youth unemployment and job access still a challenge in regional Queensland, programs like this close the gap by combining vocational training with community-led mentoring. Funded by Skilling Queenslanders for Work, this effort reflects broader commitments to First Nations employment.
What To Look For Next?
Applications are open now, but places are strictly limited. The April 2025 intake marks another key step toward long-term job creation in Toowoomba’s First Nations communities.
👉 Apply at www.migas.com.au/fnfpathways or call 1300 464 427.
