2025 | Term 3 | Week 8
School of Isolated and Distance Education and the Mini Industry Roadshow had the pleasure of visiting Wyndham Remote Community School. Wyndham is the most northerly township in Western Australia, it is surrounded by some of the Kimberley’s most spectacular landforms, rivers, and wetlands. Professional trainers Nathan Kell, Bonnie Blewitt and Harry Perkins engaged the students in an array of practical hands-on-skills in cabinetry, hospitality, and medical research.
The sessions not only actively trained students in useful skills but also provided invaluable insights into various trades and potential future career pathways.
Hospitality: Bonnie ran a fun and energetic workshop that gave students a great look into the world of hospitality. Through a hands-on café simulation, they got to experience the fast pace of the industry while picking up important customer service skills and learning how to work well as a team.
Cabinetry: Nathan from Cabinetry-in-Schools ran a fun, fast-paced workshop that gave students a great introduction to woodwork and design. Students got stuck into hands-on projects, using their creativity and skills to make something they could take home. This session gave students a valuable insight into the career pathways, training requirements and job opportunities available in the construction industry.
Harry Perkins Medical Research: Students were offered the opportunity to step into the shoes of medical researchers, learning about innovative advancements in the field and engaging in fascinating activities on the future of medical research. The hands-on workshop captivated students as they worked collaboratively in a simulated laboratory to “find a cure.” This experience not only ignited a passion for science among the students but also broadened their horizons about potential career paths in the medical and healthcare industry.
SIDE’s Mini Industry Roadshow gave students the opportunity to engage in immersive workshops delivered by professional industry trainers, providing authentic world of work experiences. It was an absolute pleasure to visit Wyndham Remote Community School.
