Natasha, a mum in Mission Beach, connected with VPG’s Every Family program not long after relocating to the region, drawn by the opportunity to meet other parents, share experiences, and keep building on what she already knew as a parent. She couldn’t have...
Over 100 Year 10 students from St Monica’s Catholic College are gaining work experience this week through placements coordinated by Vocational Partnerships Group (VPG), with one in three students exploring careers in healthcare. Cairns & Hinterland Hospital...
From participant to champion: Far North Queensland youth worker takes out nation’s top traineeship honour Vocational Partnerships Group (VPG) Youth Worker Kayla Gagai has been named the 2025 Australian Trainee of the Year, completing a sweep of Far North Queensland,...
A new skilling program is giving Cairns school support staff and parents a free pathway to become qualified Teacher Aides, with applications now open for a January 2026 start. Delivered by local not-for-profit Vocational Partnerships Group (VPG) and funded through the...
Mareeba Mum Strengthens Family Connections Through VPG Every Family Program Sarah, a mum of three in Mareeba, is strengthening her parenting toolkit to stay connected with her children. While working as an occupational therapist and raising a four-, two-, and...
Mareeba families will gather at Arnold Park next Thursday for the region’s biggest Child Protection Week celebration. The annual Mareeba Family Fun afternoon, hosted by Vocational Partnerships Group (VPG) and Mareeba Community Centre (MCC), and supported by Mareeba...
