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About MHA Care
“MHA Care is a not-for-profit organisation providing high quality Home and Community Care Services across the City of Greater Shepparton and Moira Shire districts.”
Since commencing in 1999 we have grown to become the largest provider of home care services in Moira Shire and are continuing to expand these services into the City of Greater Shepparton.
We continue to offer the only comprehensive and coordinated system of community care services to the frail, aged, people with disability and their carers living in the areas we service.
MHA prides itself on being a Local not-for-profit organisation with a commitment to delivering quality services and support to our clients.
Like most organisations providing services in the Aged Care sector we are currently experiencing significant growth in demand for our services. We have teams based in Yarrawonga, Cobram, Numurkah, Nathalia and are in the process of building our Shepparton team to support our expansion into the Shepparton area. This means we are growing our teams! MHA Care is an employer of choice. One in which staff are skilled, motivated, valued and supported. Our recruitment and selection is based on our 5 values – Compassion, Transparency, Responsiveness, Accountability and Sustainability.
When you join MHA Care you become a vital part of the team. Our organisation seeks opportunities for growth, development and learning and as a result, our staff are
caring, professional, dedicated and highly skilled in their approach to their work.
MHA Care invites people from all ‘walks of life’ to apply for a Care Worker role. We also encourage new career paths and help support new staff to complete relevant certificate level qualifications in Aged Care. If our 5 values sing to you, and you want to make a difference in the lives of our clients and our community, MHA would love to hear from you.
Contact Us!
If you are interested joining our valuable team of Care Workers and performing this important and valuable work, please visit our website www.mhacare.org.au or send your resume with a covering letter to; hr@mhacare.org.au or call into our office in Orr Street, Yarrawonga for more information.
Access to
isn’t always easy in rural areas, so being able to support country people really matters to me
Finding home at GV Health
ASHLEE Hicks’ journey to GV Health began with a lifelong interest in medical imaging and a desire to work in healthcare.
Originally from Nathalia, Ashlee completed her Bachelor of Medical Imaging at Deakin University in Geelong before undertaking specialist ultrasound training in Swan Hill.
She spent nearly four years building her skills there, gaining hands-on experience in a busy regional setting.
For Ashlee and her husband, returning home was always part of the plan. “We both grew up in this area,” she said. “We moved away to gain experience, but we always wanted to come back.”
Now working as a sonographer at GV Health, Ashlee enjoys the variety her role offers, from routine abdominal scans to musculoskeletal imaging and obstetric ultrasounds. “No two days are the same,” she said.
“We see a wide range of patients and conditions, which really helps you grow your skills.”
regional service has helped her develop both clinically and professionally.
“There’s more variety, more complex cases, and people from many different cultural backgrounds,” she said. “It’s great for communication, learning, and confidence.”
After recently returning from 12 months of maternity leave, Ashlee says the support from her team made the transition back to work seamless.
“Everyone has been incredibly supportive and flexible,” she said. “It makes such a difference, especially when you’re starting a family.”
For Ashlee, working in regional healthcare is about giving back to the community she grew up in.
“I’m a country girl at heart,” she said.
“Access to healthcare isn’t always easy in rural areas, so being able to support country people really matters to me.”
Ashlee says working in a larger
To learn more about career opportunities in medical imaging at GV Health, visit https://www.gvhealth. org.au/careers/career-sonography/or explore current vacancies online.
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Short courses work because they deliver results now.
They allow people to gain recognised skills and qualifications quickly, build confidence, and step into work without waiting years for an outcome. In industries such as hospitality, construction, cleaning and retail, employers need people who are ready, not just enrolled.
Short courses provide something tangible.
Something you can use immediately.
Something that says: I’m ready to start.
They also remove pressure. Not everyone is in a position to commit to long-term study straight away, and short courses offer a practical first step without the risk of walking away with nothing to show for it.
At Letizia’s, short courses are just the beginning
At Letizia’s Training & Development, short courses are designed to be practical, relevant and job-focused.
Short courses that work and why they matter
Why Letizia’s feels different
What sets Letizia’s apart is not just what we deliver, it’s how we deliver it.
Training takes place in comfortable, supportive learning environments that are flexible and tailored to individual needs. Students are encouraged to ask questions, learn at their own pace, and build confidence without judgement.
We deliver a wide range of industry-recognised short courses that support immediate employment outcomes, and we also specialise in handson workshops training
We deliver a wide range of industry-recognised short courses that support immediate employment outcomes, and we also specialise in hands-on workshops training that goes beyond certificates and focuses on real-world skills and confidence.
Training is delivered by Letizia’s trainers who bring genuine industry experience into the room, including executive chefs, hospitality business owners and construction professionals who teach from lived experience, not just from a workbook.
Our website also provides access to learning resources and online course options, allowing students to continue building skills and confidence beyond the classroom. With over 230 five-star Google reviews, the feedback from students and businesses speaks for itself.
Pathways, partnerships and real opportunities
For those who discover a genuine passion for an industry, clear pathways are available. Letizia’s supports progression into Certificate III Hospitality for students who are ready to turn hands-on experience into a long-term career.
We also work collaboratively with employment providers and community partners, supporting people into work through training that is practical, timely and relevant.
We come to you - and we’re already here Letizia’s Training & Development delivers hands-on, practical
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training across regional Victoria proudly servicing Shepparton, Kyabram, Echuca, Benalla, Cobram, Seymour, Bendigo, Wangaratta and Wodonga, along with any other towns upon request. Popular job-starter courses include: Responsble Service of Alcohol, Food Handlers, Barista, First Aid/CPR, White Card, as well as Cleaning, Hospitality, & Customer Service Essential Workshops.
Short courses are not a shortcut. They are a starting point. A starting point that builds belief, develops real skills, and opens doors to work - right now. Believe. Achieve. Succeed. Visit www.letizias.com.au for more.
As Australia’s leading not-for-profit employment services provider, WISE Employment delivers government-funded employment programs like Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA) and Workforce Australia, offering support that goes beyond employment to help more Australians thrive in work and life.
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Finding the right person for your organisation
AT Monarch Personnel, they aim to find a candidate that is the “right fit” for your business, as sometimes the most experienced or qualified is not the best applicant.
Monarch Personnel offers a streamlined employment process, getting to know your business before providing suitable new members for your team.
Monarch Personnel provides temporary and permanent recruitment for many businesses and organisations in and around the region. They pride themselves on their reputation for delivering high quality, honest and cost-effective recruitment solutions. This begins with listening and understanding what is important to the business when selecting the right candidate
to put forward for the role.
They can assist in filling casual temporary roles at times when a business hits a busy period or has staff on annual leave or sick leave. This could be one day up to four weeks or even more. Handling all the payroll and oncosts associated with employing temporary staff. When a permanent placement is required, they work very closely with clients to ensure they place a permanent staff member into their business for an ongoing, successful work relationship. If you would like assistance with your temporary and permanent recruitment needs, call the team at Monarch Personnel, and they will find the “right fit” for your organisation
PERFECT FIT... Monarch Personnel provides temporary and permanent recruitment for businesses and organisations in and around the region. They streamline the employment process, getting to know your business before providing suitable new members for your team.
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Monarch Personnel General Manager, Fraser Kerrins. Photo: Aaron Cordy
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Upskilling locally
YOU might not think you’re the uni type. But that’s exactly why you could be the right fit for La Trobe University.
A La Trobe kind of person goes further because of their country smarts, a bit of local magic, and a home-ground advantage, with a purpose-built campus nearby.
Studying at La Trobe’s Shepparton Campus can help you build skills, get qualified in what you love and launch a career
near or far. Staying close to home doesn’t mean you’ll be compromising your education, with new teaching facilities, enhanced study spaces, a range of support services and a huge program of events and social activities on and off campus, Live, work and study in your local community while you upgrade your skills and progress your career. Sounds like a La Trobe kind of person.
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MORE ‘JOBS THAT SHAPE LIVES’ THAN JOYLESS NINE TO FIVES’
LOCAL SKILLS... La Trobe University’s Shepparton Campus is a great place to build skills, get qualified in what you love and launch a new career. Their brilliant new teaching facilities, enhanced study spaces, and a range of support services can help locals find the career they seek. Photos: Supplied
Supporting sparkies on the career path
ACROSS the region Watter’s has established itself as a household name, both for the customers who’ve relied on the local, family-owned business for over 65 years, and the sparkies that found a supportive environment to thrive in.
Watters operates on a strong set of company values that guide how work is done across every project –putting safety first, taking pride in workmanship, backing teammates, and being accountable for the quality of outcomes delivered. These values set a high standard on site and mean team members get clear expectations and consistent support as they progress in their careers.
Watters' reputation precedes itself as the company has flourished in the past years, building their workforce for the future with a team of apprentices. With these apprentices accounting for 82 team members alone, a supportive work environment is second nature.
Stretching across the Shepparton, Wangaratta and Albury areas, the team at Watters is extensive – spanning from A- Grade electricians to solar and battery experts to data technicians and civil operators, project managers, and as of recently, dedicated teams of air-conditioning and refrigeration mechanics and professional AV solution technicians. The demand for stand-out service is only growing, and so is Watters - they are always on the lookout for qualified, professional electricians and solar installers to contribute to the spotless reputation they are proud to hold.
A second to none work culture is built off a long list of team events, on-the-job skill development and mentorship opportunities. Joining Watters means taking the next step up in your career and giving yourself the peace of mind that you’ll be backed by an undeniable reputation of quality and competency the whole way.
Watters’ reputation precedes itself as the company has flourished in the past years, building their workforce for the future with a team of apprentices.
HARD AT WORK... The Watters team is on the job.
AT GOTAFE , they understand that not every education journey is a linear one.
Whether you’re looking to upskill in your current industry, get the training you need to get back into the workplace or take the first steps towards a career-change, GOTAFE has the course, and the flexible study options, to help you achieve your goals.
Free TAFE also lets you study in high-demand areas without the tuition fees*.
Alistair Wall had four previous GOTAFE qualifications under his belt before a visit to GOTAFE pointed him towards a Certificate III in Information Technology (ICT30120) and down his current career path.
You’ll be well supported every step of the way, and even if it turns out not to be for you, at least you’ll know you gave it your all Alistair Wall
Flexible course and study options means GOTAFE has you covered – no matter your goal
“I chose GOTAFE for two main reasons - first, it was close to my family, which was really important to me. Second, I’d had some great experiences there in the past,” Alistair said.
“My decision to pursue a career in IT came from a long-standing passion. I had always loved technology but lacked the confidence to pursue it. After years of working in customer service at Bendigo Bank in Kyabram, I realised I did have the
ability and it was time to finally chase that dream.”
Alistair’s story shows that GOTAFE has something for everyone, at any stage of their life.
“No matter your age or gender, you will be welcomed at GOTAFE,” Alistair said.
“If you’re unsure about your career path or going through a tough time, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the GOTAFE support team, they are there to help you.
“For those who know what they want but, like me, struggle with confidence, I encourage you to take that leap of faith.
“You’ll be well supported every step of the way, and even if it turns out not to be for you, at least you’ll know you gave it your all, and that’s something to be proud of.”
2026 applications are closing soon, it’s the perfect time to back yourself and take the next step.
Applying for a course is easy, whether you prefer to do so online, over the phone or in person, their team can help guide you through the process.
With GOTAFE by your side, YOU’VE GOT THIS.
Applications for Semester 1, 2026 are closing soon, enquire today via GOTAFE’s website.
* Tuition is covered, but other costs may apply. Visit the website for full details.
GO GETTER... Student Alistair Wall honed his skills at GOTAFE to chase his dream of working in IT