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SUMMARY:Future Finder Live
DESCRIPTION:Future Finder Live: Navigate Tomorrow\, Explore Today.\n  \nThe careers conversation has changed. \nToday’s young people are entering a world of work that is evolving rapidly. Artificial intelligence\, technological change and new opportunities are reshaping how we think about careers\, skills and success. \n  \nJoin us for Future Finder Live: Navigate Tomorrow\, Explore Today\, a regionally focused\, family-centred event bringing students and their parents and carers together to explore career opportunities\, understand the future of work\, and make informed decisions about what’s next. \nPresented in partnership with Mackay Regional Council\, this engaging evening will explore the trends shaping the future of work\, regional workforce opportunities and the capabilities young people need to thrive in a changing world. \nThe evening will include a regional industry workforce panel\, bringing together leaders representing Technology & Innovation\, Environment & Sustainability\, Health & Community\, and Trades & Services. Panel members will share insights into the major projects\, skills and career opportunities shaping the future workforce of the Greater Whitsunday region. \nFeaturing keynote speaker Jan Owen AM\, one of Australia’s leading futurists\, social entrepreneurs and advocates for young people\, attendees will gain valuable insights into the impact of AI\, changing career pathways and how families can confidently navigate the future. Drawing on decades of experience in education\, workforce development and social innovation\, Jan will challenge traditional thinking about careers and inspire attendees to embrace the opportunities emerging in a rapidly changing world. \nThis is not a traditional careers event focused solely on jobs and qualifications. Future Finder Live takes a broader view of careers and pathways\, helping families better understand the opportunities available and how to prepare for a rapidly changing future. \nBy attending Future Finder Live\, you will: \n\nHear insights from leading futurist and youth advocate Jan Owen AM Hon DLitt.\nDiscover how AI and technology are changing the world of work.\nExplore the skills young people need for future careers.\nLearn about career opportunities and workforce trends in our region.\nGain practical tips to support career conversations at home.\n\nDate: Wednesday 26 August 2026 \nTime: 5:30pm – 7:30pm \nLocation: CQUniversity Ooralea Campus\, Building 1 \n151–171 Boundary Road\, Ooralea QLD 4740 \n\n🎟️ Free event – registration required \nYour ticket includes: \n\nKeynote presentation by Jan Owen AM Hon DLitt\nRegional industry workforce panel discussion\nNetworking with young people pursuing diverse career pathways in our region\nLight refreshments\n\nFuture Finder Live is proudly delivered by Greater Whitsunday Alliance (GW3) through the Greater Whitsunday Regional Jobs Committee\, proudly funded by the Queensland Government\, in partnership with Mackay Regional Council and BHP Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA).
URL:https://greaterwhitsundayalliance.com.au/event/future-finder-live/
LOCATION:CQUniversity Ooralea Campus\, 151–171 Boundary Road\, Ooralea\, QLD\, 4740\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Greater Whitsunday Regional Jobs Committee,Workforce
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