My Pathway

03/09/2025

When successful Devonport face painter Carolyn Henwood heard a radio ad for Government funded business support, it was just the spark she needed to begin growing her sole trader business into Caro’s Creative Crew!

27/08/2025

Thanks for the post Motion Curve!

Our Cook team have been getting so much engagement at local schools and career events with the "A day in the life of" program developed through this partnership.

It's such an exciting way to explore the diverse careers available in this remote part of Queensland, and is helping to provide those looking to enter the workforce with great training and development opportunities.

Gungarde Community Centre Aboriginal Corporation, Vale Foundation, Wujal Wujal Aboriginal Shire Council, National Employment Services Association, indigenous.gov.au

15/07/2025

Fantastic to see one of our Tasmanian My Pathway - Self-Employment Assistance participants saying such positive things about the program.

We are thrilled that our mentors were able to assist her to grow a great massage business and we are certain the Launceston community will FEEL the impact this business has for years to come! Just book in for a massage to feel it for yourself too! 💆

Or if you want to hear more about the supports available in our Self-Employment Assistance program be sure to give the page a like and follow or check the dedicated webpage at https://mypathway.com.au/self-employment/
Workforce Australia, National Employment Services Association Ltd (NESA)

PARTICIPANT VOICES - TASMANIA

We’re celebrating the amazing Natasha, who has just completed her 12-month mentoring journey with My Pathway!

Based in Tasmania, Natasha runs a soulful massage therapy business, supporting her community with care, compassion and healing hands. Over the past year, we’ve had the privilege of walking alongside Natasha as she grew her confidence, refined her goals and embraced the next chapter of her business journey.

Here’s what Natasha has shared about her experience:

“The mentoring program kept me accountable and helped me stay aligned with my goals. It gave me more confidence, and after every session, I left feeling inspired - like I had a boost of energy. That inspiration carried me through the month and kept me moving forward with clear action steps.

One of my biggest challenges was figuring out how to get more clients. Through mentoring, I gained fresh, practical ideas that have already made a difference. I absolutely recommend this program. Teresa’s life philosophies really align with mine, and she has such a warm, uplifting energy. It felt less like being coached and more like having a heart-to-heart with a wise friend.”

Natasha, you are such a gift for the Launceston community. We can’t wait to see how your business grows and expands into the future.



Massage with Tash

19/06/2025

16/04/2025

Find out what happens on voting day and how to make your vote count by filling out the form properly.

24/03/2025

Cairns - we have moved ...Upstairs.

Anyone visiting our Cairns office please note that we have moved all our people upstairs now (same building).
The door up is right beside the old sliding door and there are lots of signs to direct you, but if you are lost or need assistance please give us a call on 4033 3400.

This includes the Cairns teams from My Pathway - Self-Employment, My Pathway Disability Supports, My Pathway - Remote, EMG Workforce, CAA, Clean Care Cairns, Thrive and Community Owned Enterprises.

On a separate but related note, if you know anyone looking for a great commercial property on Mcleod St with awesome upstairs neighbours, send them our way!

05/02/2025

We have been following Waylon's journey for a few years now, and it's fantastic to see him achieve another great step with his bike up and rolling now and giving him even more freedom and independence!

NDIS National Disability Insurance Scheme

The NDIS National Disability Insurance Scheme recently shared Waylon’s inspiring story, and we wanted to provide an exciting update on his progress! You can read his original story here: https://www.ndis.gov.au/stories/10542-ndis-supporting-waylon-live-independently

Since then, Waylon and his support worker, Stepho, have successfully completed their project to restore a men’s bicycle. Waylon has loved getting hands-on with this task, showing great dedication and skill in:

✔ Repairing the tyres and tubes
✔ Cleaning, correcting, and tightening the brakes and chain
✔ Polishing the frame and rims until they sparkle

Now, he’s proudly cruising around Cooktown on his fully restored bike! A special shoutout to Roz, support worker Stepho’s wife, for gifting Waylon a brand-new helmet to keep him safe on his rides.

What a fantastic outcome, Waylon! Keep up the great work as you continue progressing towards your NDIS goal of greater independence. 👏👏

20/12/2024

After more than a decade on the Board of Reconciliation Australia (RA), where he generously shared his unique perspectives from remote and regional Australia to progress the work of the national body, our Director, Kenny Bedford, has recently stepped down from his position there.

His final official roles as a Board Member were to take part in the closing panel of the National RAP conference in Brisbane in November and to address the VIP event as an Awards Judge at the Indigenous Governance Awards Gala Dinner.

He used these opportunities to share his gratitude for the experience, learnings and opportunities that have come with the role and acknowledged our support as his employer and as a RAP partner throughout his RA Board contribution.

"One of the biggest contributions My Pathway has made as a RAP partner has been the support to develop my leadership roles including my service on the Boards of RA and My Pathway, as well as my community advocacy and representative roles more widely. I am also grateful to My Pathway for their encouragement and support for me to complete my Masters in the true spirit of our organisational commitment to Developing, Connecting and Growing."

Kenny's retirement from the RA Board coincided with the successful completion his Masters of Indigenous Business Leadership at Monash University. He will officially be awarded his Masters at a graduation ceremony in 2025.

We respect, acknowledge and celebrate these achievements by our Director and wish Kenny a well-deserved break with his family over the Christmas holiday period.

12/12/2024

03/12/2024

FREE morning tea on Thursday Island (and BBQ in Aurukun) happening right now to mark International Day of People with Disability, thanks to My Pathway Disability Supports.

☕ Morning Tea for International Day of People with Disability ☕

📅 When: Tuesday, 3rd December 2024
⏰ Time: From 10 AM
📍 Where: MPDS Hub, Victoria Parade (next to Makai)

International Day of People with Disability is a day to celebrate the achievements and contributions of people with disability in our community. It's also a chance to promote inclusion, raise awareness, and break down barriers.

Join us for a relaxed Morning Tea to mark this special day. Enjoy a cuppa and connect with others in the community. Everyone is welcome!



NDIS National Disability Insurance Scheme

22/11/2024

Thanks for the great piece on Community Owned Enterprises' new Skilling Queenslanders for work project Cape York Weekly!

We are proud to be supporting this project through our Cook Joint Venture, alongside the project hosts Wujal Wujal Aboriginal Shire Council and Gungarde Community Centre Aboriginal Corporation and Vale Foundation.

Skills for Queensland, Queensland Government, indigenous.gov.au, National Employment Services Association Ltd (NESA).

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29/10/2024