Like most country kids at just 17 years of age, Jacob Sanderson has more than just a few handy skills up his sleeve. When he is not at school or home on the farm, Jacob is an avid shearer and CFA volunteer in Myamyn Victoria. He also runs his own contracting business, Sanderson Bros Contracting.…
In an inspiring ceremony held at the Kantor Family Performing Arts Centre last Friday August 16, RIST CEO Bill Hamill proudly congratulated more than 40 graduating students on their achievements, with the RIST Chairman Tony Fleetwood presenting the certificates and awards. The graduates, who completed courses ranging from Certificate II and III in Agriculture…
“Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, Involve me and I learn.” – Benjamin Franklin. Emphasising the importance of active involvement and hands-on learning in the educational process. Today marks the beginning of National Skills Week. Running from August 19th to 25th, Its more than just a week on the calendar,…
Welcome to another ROUND UP! July marked a few special dates in the calendar for the RIST community. We held our half year review meeting, providing opportunity for us to meet as a team and reflect on the impact our dedicated, small yet mighty training and education organisation has made to our local and…