Featured in this issue: Australian Industry Standards (AIS) – Industry Skills Forum – Perth Thursday 8th November 2018 Stop Puppy Farming – if you have an interest in dogs you need to read this National Farmers Federation – National Congress 2018 - 17 & 18 October, 2018 2018 Western Australian Horticulture Update – August 16-17, Crown Convention Centre Celebrate WA Produce at Toodyay International Food Festival – Saturday 4 August 2018 – 10am to 4pm For South West and Peel B

Featured in this issue: Great radio interview about the new Pet Grooming Traineeship Review of Training.gov.au - The Commonwealth Department of Education and Training is inviting feedback from stakeholders on the functionality of training.gov.au (TGA) IBSA Manufacturing hosted an Industry 4.0 workshop – all presentations are available online National Farm Safety Week: 16-22 July. Now is a great time to review your safety strategies and training arrangements NCVER Infographic

The Agriculture industry makes up 2% of the workforce and accounts for 21% of worker fatalities! Farm Safety Week aims to raise awareness of farm safety and highlight practical steps farmers can take to improve work health and safety on farms. Now is a great time to review your safety strategies and training arrangements. Below are some resources relating to the Agriculture industry that might be useful: SWA agriculture webpage SWA Guide to managing risks of cattle handling

Featured in this issue: Employers – Do you know what Job Active is? Job Active is free help for any of your recruitment needs WA Industry Link Regional Roadshows – helping local businesses in the regions to compete for Government Contracts Public Consultation Sessions: Modernising Work Health and Safety laws in WA Jobs & Skills WA - Resume Writing and Winning Interviews - Free Workshops for Jobseekers! Introducing WAAMS (WA Apprenticeship Management System) Wageline: WA state