Success Stories

Gary first connected with CVGT Employment in Launceston, when he found himself unemployed after having to close his self‑run business due to external fraud that severely impacted his financial stability and confidence. By the time I reached out for support, I had been unemployed for eight months and was dealing with other barriers, including losing…

When Jennifer first connected with CVGT Employment in Horsham, she was facing a series of overwhelming challenges. Anxiety and depression made day‑to‑day life difficult. Jennifer had limited accommodation after escaping family violence, very little work or education history, and were navigating drug‑dependence issues. Despite all of this, Jennifer showed courage by taking the first step…

When Tarnya first connected with CVGT Employment Ararat in October 2021, she was facing a combination of challenges that made the idea of returning to work feel out of reach. At 47, she had been unemployed for 17 years, was without a driver’s licence due to drink driving, and struggled with low self‑esteem linked to…

Becoming a parent has a way of changing how you see everything, including your career. For Lauren, the arrival of her child prompted a period of reflection about what she wanted her working life to look like moving forward. When she joined Parent Pathways with CVGT Employment in September 2025, Lauren was seeking support to…

Creating inclusive workplaces starts with giving employers the right tools and practical guidance. CVGT Employment partners with organisations to build their confidence in supporting people with disability, including helping them access funded training and workplace adjustments. Each is a not for profit organisation providing mental health, disability and aged care services across more than 50…

For many employers, inclusive employment sounds like the right thing to do, but questions quickly follow. Will it work in our environment? Will it add pressure to managers? Will we have the right support? At global infrastructure company ACCIONA, those questions were answered not in theory, but in practice. Through the Inclusive Employment Australia program,…

Despite decades of experience, Mark Cribbs, now in his early 60s, encountered a barrier to employment he had never faced before. After relocating from Sydney to Albury in November 2025, Mark hoped for a quieter pace of life, stronger community connection and the opportunity to continue working. What he did not expect was that it…

When Aaron Heffernan walked out of prison in late 2025, wearing an ankle monitor and bound by a strict 10pm–6am parole curfew, the world felt both familiar and foreign.  At 36, he’d spent more than a decade cycling in and out of custody serving eight sentences in eleven years. Most had been short, but each one carved a deeper groove in a life he was no…

For many years, Joshua Gale felt judged for his past every time he tried to find work. But despite the challenges, one powerful purpose drove him forward; to be the father his daughter believes in.  Today, in his new Traffic Control role with Trafficking, he has finally found the stability and family connection he long hoped…

For as long as he can remember, Jess Gislingham has dreamed of working for the Western Bulldogs. He attends every training session, knows the AFL players by name, and proudly calls the club his home. In February 2026, that dream finally became real. It marks the end of a determined journey supported by CVGT Employment,…

When Aleasha Walker reached out to CVGT Employment to reconnect with the Transition to Work program, she knew she was ready for a change. After working in hospitality, she wanted to shift careers but wasn’t sure where to start. Finding the right support From the moment she returned to the program, Youth Employment Mentor Chloe…

After graduating from high school, Kiandra was unsure what to do next. She didn’t want to sit at a desk all day, and was not interested in going to university, but didn’t want to end up stuck in a job with no long-term direction. After talking with her family, friends, and former Year Twelve teachers,…

Through a CVGT Employment sponsorship in 2025, we were proud to support Trilogy Support in Wodonga as they delivered a weekly community meal program for individuals and families experiencing hardship. Our funding helped cover the cost of fresh ingredients, meal preparation, and the safe, welcoming environment where nutritious, high‑quality meals were served. This initiative not…

When Mikaela Riley-Edmonds joined CVGT Employment’s Parent Pathways program in December 2024, she was aiming for financial stability but still figuring out which career path suited her. She explored Early Education and Care, Aged Care and Traffic Control, but the cost of training and her low confidence made the next step feel out of reach….

When Rebecca Hodge, a single mother from Albury, found herself getting only ten hours of work a week as a room attendant, she knew something had to change. She joined CVGT Employment’s Workforce Australia program for support to boost her hours and create a more secure future. Exploring opportunities to grow At her first appointment,…

Finding work after losing a job can be daunting, especially when navigating a new country and unfamiliar systems. For Innocent Ntumba Tshilombo, what began as a challenging period of unemployment became the start of a new career chapter- one that would see him become an Employment Consultant and purchase his first home in Australia. After…

The winners of the 2025 Apprentice Training Awards were announced last night at a spectacular ceremony at Melbourne Town Hall, celebrating the achievements of Victoria’s apprentices, trainees, and Group Training Organisations (GTOs). Hosted by the Apprenticeship Employment Network (AEN) and Global Apprenticeship Network (GAN) Australia, these awards recognise excellence in the group training sector and…

Brooke Pellissier always knew she wanted to work in a school. Having previously assisted in a school library, she loved being around books and helping others. So, when the opportunity came to find a new role, her CVGT Employment Consultant Rebecca Webbern stepped in to help make it happen. Brooke has Down syndrome, and like…