FFTI Nimble News 20 May 2019

Additional Funding Boost for Apprenticeships and Traineeships (as of 1 July 2019)

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Inside this edition:

1. Date saver: Muresk Institute’s Farmsmart Showcase – Wednesday 19 June 2019 10am-3pm

This is your opportunity to catch up on recent advances in agricultural technology. Free entry and open to the public

1. Digital Advisory Services to Small Businesses in Metropolitan and Regional Areas - Australian Small Business Advisory Services (ASBAS) Digital Solutions Program through WA’s Business Station

2. Applications are now open for WA businesses to showcase their excellence and world-class achievements at this year’s Western Australian Industry & Export Awards. Applications close 19 August 2019

3. Free program for selected businesses - 2019 CONNECT Innovation Hubs program for regional entrepreneurs with innovative and scalable ventures, to incubate new ideas and business models, foster new collaborations, and access expertise and resources. Program is worth more than $10,000. Programs available in the Wheatbelt, South-west and Great Southern regions.

4. New report by NCVER - Higher apprenticeships in Australia: what are we talking about? This report explores the views of industry and other stakeholders on the potential broader use of higher apprenticeships.

5. Lottery West -. Are you planning a project or event that may require grant support? Looking for help so your group can deliver important work in the community? 2019 Grants Information Sessions - Perth Metro - Wednesday 29 May 2019.

6. New publication: “The Australian Farmer” annual digital book was created specifically for farmers, in collaboration with farmers. It takes a detailed look at the future of farming in this country to help all Aussie farmers increase productivity and profitability.

7. Plastic Free July – do your bit to reduce your use of plastic in your workplace.

8. Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology (AIFST) Annual Conference: Feeding the Future - challenges and opportunities 1-2 July 2019, Sydney