Welcome to CVGT Employment’s job seeker success stories blog, where we share the inspiring journeys of real people who have overcome challenges to find meaningful work with the help of our team.
We hope these stories inspire and encourage you on your own job search journey.
Matt Stahl, the owner of Stahlyscapes, a successful landscaping design and construction business based in Campbells Creek VIC, has always had a passion for the outdoors. Growing up, he knew early on that he wanted a career that kept him…
The CVGT Employment Wodonga team hosted an exciting and productive cleaning workshop in collaboration with Letizia’s Training & Development. The training, followed by a successful speed interview session, resulted in six job offers for participants, marking a significant achievement in local employment…
CVGT Employment successfully launched its first Deadly Employment Connections program for Indigenous participants in Mildura. This four-day program, held from Monday, 9 December to Thursday, 12 December 2024, is part of CVGT Employment’s Workforce Australia program, aimed at helping Indigenous…
G&K Weed and Vermin Control is a respected local business servicing clients in the Wangaratta region and across the broader north-east of Victoria. When the business owners – a husband-and-wife team – are looking for new staff, they work with…
With the support of the CVGT Employment team in Wangaratta, Riley is building his skills and loving his new job. “I really like learning new things each day,” the 23-year-old says. “I have found this role supports my growth and…
In 2011, Eto arrived in Australia from Tanzania, where she was born and raised in the Nyarugusu refugee camp. Despite being unable to speak English and feeling overwhelmed by the new environment, she was determined to make the most of…
Recently, we proudly celebrated the graduation of six CVGT Employment participants who participated in the Skills for Life training in Albury. Skills for Life aims to empower First Nation participants by giving them essential job skills and specialised training to…
October is Mental Health Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness and promoting understanding about mental health issues. This year’s theme is Let’s Talk About It This year’s theme ‘Let’s Talk About It,’ highlights the importance of connecting with others…
Gilbert is a long-term supporter of the First Nations community in northern Victoria and southern New South Wales, having spent many years helping local people navigate the ups and downs of life. But after the death of his wife, it…
Greenfreight and CVGT Employment Wodonga’s partnership is not only solving a transport and logistics skills shortage it’s also driving employment success for CVGT Employment participants. Since 2023, CVGT Employment’s collaboration with Greenfreight Wodonga has been a journey of mutual growth…
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