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Penelope's path to Piggery Road

Meet Penelope Swales—a professional musician-turned-lawyer-turned-micro farmer/market gardener. Quite the resume! So, what’s her origin story, and how did she manage to pivot so seamlessly from one career to another to eventually land in her role of a lifetime?

What does a farmer do?

If you enjoy working outdoors, you might be interested in becoming a farmer. A farmer is someone whose job it is to run and perform duties on a farm.

Jack Langdon: Giving back to his community the best way he knows how

Jack Langdon has turned his personal struggles with mental health into his superpower, using his experiences to empower others in his community. Recently, his dedication to his work was honoured when he was named Junior Citizen of the Year in Yarram.

Zhanna’s journey of resilience and success through education

For most people, speaking English is a skill they take for granted, but for Zhanna Voronkova, becoming fluent in the language has been key to building her new life in Australia. Read Zhanna's story...

Hot jobs in 2025 and how to land one

The job market is changing fast and as we head into 2025, there are some seriously cool opportunities popping up. Emerging industries and new tech are reshaping the way we work and if you want to stay ahead of the curve, you’ll need to make sure your skills match the market demand.

The power of short courses: Upskill, reskill, propel your career forward in 2025

Whether you're aiming to climb the career ladder, switch industries or enter the workforce, upskilling or reskilling can make all the difference, one of the most efficient and flexible ways to achieve this is through short courses.