For those of us living in a rural or remote community
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The job we really want can seem out of our reach
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But if we take an achievable first step
Like a first local job, course or apprenticeship
We’re not only one step closer to our goal
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But we open up new pathways for getting there
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So Trish, who wanted to work in a nursery
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Started with a job at a garden centre in her town while she was in high school
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Then did a TAFE course in horticulture (and made some great friends)
And then landed an awesome job in the city at a big nursery
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And Jack, who wanted to be a carpenter
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Started with a school-based traineeship
Then finished his apprenticeship with a great group of guys in a nearby town
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And now runs his own projects back in his community
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So where do I want to go?
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And who can I talk to find out my first step?
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Design Credits: Rachael Sarra