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02/09/2026

2 weeks until the CaLD Jobs Expo!

Join us at Stirling Leisure on September 16 where culturally and linguistically diverse job seekers can find support on their employment journey.

👨‍💼 Meet local employers with job opportunities
🔍 Explore jobs, training and career pathways
🤝 Find services that can support you

🔗 Learn more and register at events.humanitix.com/cald-jobs-expo-2026.

18/08/2026

Are you looking for work or thinking about a new job?

Come along to The CaLD Jobs Expo in Mirrabooka on September 16!

This free event connects culturally and linguistically diverse job seekers with local employers, support services and community organisations.

The CaLD Jobs Expo is proudly hosted in collaboration with Status Employment Services, City of Stirling, Local Jobs Program - Perth North and MercyCare!

🔗 Learn more and register at events.humanitix.com/cald-jobs-expo-2026.

10/08/2026

James’ journey is proof that with the right support, goals can become reality!

This year, teams from Status Employment Services, BlueSky Mind Studio, and Pivot Training RTO #46089 have worked together to support James in building his skills and independence.

What makes our services unique is the collaboration between our teams, making it easier for Participants to access additional supports when needed. By working together, we can provide tailored pathways that help Participants achieve their employment and training goals!

With support from our Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA) team, Pivot Training RTO #46089 and BlueSky Mind Studio, James is achieving his goals!

When James first joined Status, he recognised that he would like to build his confidence and create a pathway towards greater independence and employment.

As part of this journey, James enrolled in the Skills for Education and Employment (SEE) Program through Pivot Training RTO #46089. Recently, he successfully completed his first SEE assessment, achieving a milestone that once seemed out of reach and demonstrating just how far his determination and perseverance have taken him.

𝘏𝘪𝘴 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘧𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘩𝘢𝘴 𝘨𝘳𝘰𝘸𝘯 𝘴𝘪𝘨𝘯𝘪𝘧𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘭𝘺, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘩𝘦 𝘩𝘢𝘴 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘯 𝘴𝘶𝘱𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘚𝘌𝘌 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘱𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘪𝘳 𝘴𝘵𝘶𝘥𝘪𝘦𝘴." – Annette, Status Employment Consultant

Recently, James started a new role at a local library, stepping outside his comfort zone and taking on the new challenge with confidence. James will continue to work closely with the Status and BlueSky Mind Studio teams as he pursues his next goals, including obtaining his Learner's Permit!

🔗 Read the full story at status.net.au/disability/good-news-story

04/08/2026

Joshua is building confidence, discovering his strengths and exploring employment opportunities through BlueSky Mind Studio's Customised Employment program.

Supported by his NDIS Employment Coach, Amy, he's taking positive steps towards achieving his goals and greater independence.

🔗 Read the full story at eighty9.org.au/good-news/164.

A few months ago, Joshua wasn't sure what was possible for his future.

Through our Customised Employment program, he worked with his NDIS Employment Coach, Amy, to explore his strengths, interests and conditions for success. Through Discovery, what started as a focus on warehouse work has grown into exploring opportunities connected to his interests in nature, wildlife, animals and the outdoors.

Joshua is now building confidence, stepping outside his comfort zone and working towards greater independence and meaningful employment.

🔗 Read more about Joshua’s journey at eighty9.org.au/good-news/164.

20/07/2026

Through the support of NDIS Employment Coach, Jodie, and the team at Channel Seven Adelaide, Logan gained valuable insight into the world of broadcast media, an industry closely aligned with his interests and goals.

We're thrilled to see experiences like this inspiring confidence, building skills, and opening doors to future possibilities.

🔗 Read the full story at eighty9.org.au/good-news/162

23/06/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended our Community Connections this year!

These events provide a valuable opportunity to connect with like‑minded organisations, share insights, and build meaningful collaborations. Through these connections, we can continue to create pathways in employment, volunteering, and education, helping to make a lasting impact in the community.

Want to learn more about how Eighty9 can support you or someone you know to find work, build skills, or prepare for an interview? Visit eighty9.org.au.

Status Employment Services Pivot Training RTO #46089 Dress for Success Adelaide Geared for Success BlueSky Mind Studio

02/06/2026

Last week, staff members from Status Employment Services, BlueSky Mind Studio and Pivot Training RTO #46089 proudly represented Eighty9 Limited at the 2026 National Reconciliation Week Breakfast.

This year’s theme, All In, was recognised through powerful performances from Casey Donovan and Nathan May along with an inspiring keynote from Eddie Betts.

Eighty9 Limited was proud to support the National Reconciliation Week Breakfast as a Supporter Sponsor and Community Table Sponsor. In the past year we have supported more than 300 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people to commence sustainable employment pathways shaped by their strengths, identity and aspirations. We remain committed to improving the quality of life and equality of opportunity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Reconciliation South Australia

27/05/2026

Attendees enjoyed a lovely day at the Herb Graham Recreation Centre, taking part in a range of fun activities while discovering the services available in the area, including support from Status Employment Services.

🔗 Read the full story at status.net.au/ttw/good-news-story.

20/05/2026

Shane’s journey through IEA is a powerful example of turning lived experience into purpose!

With support from the Status Joondalup team, Shane has discovered his passion for helping others experiencing mental health challenges and is now studying a Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work.

🔗 Read Shane’s full story at status.net.au/disability/good-news-story.

Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA) Participant, Shane, plans to use his lived experience to support others 😊 🌟 🤝

Shane is currently completing a Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work, after completing a Certificate II in General Education and winning a highly competitive scholarship through Consumers of Mental Health WA. His Employment Coach, George, has been supporting him through this process, supporting him to build confidence and connect with supports aligned to his goals through referrals to external supports like Neami National.

"𝘞𝘩𝘦𝘯 𝘐 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘻𝘦𝘥 𝘐 𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘮𝘺 𝘭𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘥 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘴𝘶𝘱𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵 𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘱𝘦𝘰𝘱𝘭𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘐 𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘧𝘦𝘭𝘵 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘐 𝘩𝘢𝘥 𝘢 𝘨𝘰𝘢𝘭/𝘱𝘶𝘳𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘦 𝘪𝘯 𝘭𝘪𝘧𝘦, 𝘐 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘦𝘯 𝘴𝘶𝘱𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘸𝘦𝘭𝘭 𝘵𝘰𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘨𝘰𝘢𝘭 𝘣𝘺 𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘴."

Since joining Status in early 2025, Shane has built his social confidence through support from NEAMI and by attending Status group sessions such as the Empower program. Shane has also grown more confident driving after completing driving lessons and buying a new car.

As Shane continues his studies, George and the Joondalup team will continue to support him and his goals, including helping him to find work when the time comes!

🔗 Read Shane’s full story at status.net.au/disability/good-news-story.



ID: Shane holding artwork he created, reading “You will be amazed at what you are capable of” above a red car. Inclusive Employment Australia and Status logos included.

17/05/2026

This May, Status Employment Services is recognising IBD Awareness Month through a meaningful initiative led by Chad, Employment Services Area Manager for the West in Western Australia.

We are proud to support and help amplify important conversations that build understanding and inclusion for people living with IBD.

🔗 Read more about this initiative: status.net.au/disability/good-news-story

This May, Status is shining a spotlight on Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, collectively known as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), in recognition of IBD Awareness Month.

Recently, a group of staff from Status Western Australia completed the IBD in the Workplace training, strengthening their understanding of the physical and mental impacts of IBD, workplace rights for Participant’s living with the condition, and practical ways to support Participants transitioning into suitable employment. This initiative is led by Chad, Employment Services Area Manager for the West in Western Australia, who has lived with Crohn’s disease for the past 7 years and brings valuable lived experience to his role.

Tomorrow, staff across Adelaide and Perth offices will observe World IBD Day, and raise funds for Crohn's & Colitis Australia. We are proud to continue building our knowledge and skills to better support our Participants, including a young Participant in Kwinana living with Crohn’s, who has shared how meaningful it is to see their provider leading education, awareness, and celebration of the condition.

🔗 Read more about this initiative at status.net.au/disability/good-news-story.



ID: Chad holding a Crohn’s & Colitis Australia balloon with the text ‘Proudly Supporting People Living with IBD’.