Success Stories

On Thursday 9 October, CVGT Employment proudly partnered with Guide Dogs Victoria to host the Disability as Capability: Rethinking What Talent Looks Like breakfast experience at the Guide Dogs Victoria campus. Held in recognition of World Sight Day, the event focused on inclusion, accessibility, and the strengths of people who are blind or have low…

For Stephanie, a single mum with seven kids, finding work that fits around school hours has always been a challenge. When she first joined CVGT Employment’s Workforce Australia program in Horsham, she didn’t have a drivers licence and lacked confidence. After joining , Stephanie’s confidence grew week by week. With support from her employment consultant…

Savannah connected with CVGT Employment Parent Pathways in Bacchus Marsh, with a clear goal in mind, to get her full driver’s licence. As a young mum juggling study and parenting, she knew that having her own transport would make a world of difference. I had no licence. I was taking my baby on public transport,…

Mark recently relocated from New South Wales to Victoria with his partner, bringing with him a diverse employment background that included experience in the printing industry, work as a V/Line train conductor, and providing support in the aged care sector. Mark joined  CVGT Employment’s Workforce Australia program after having difficulty finding employment.  Despite applying for…

When Melissa connected with CVGT Employment’s Parent Pathways program in Melton, she had a clear goal. “I joined Parent Pathways in March 2025, to get help to do a course so I can get back into work,” says Melissa. Personalised support that makes a difference With the help of her CVGT Employment Mentor Lissa, Melissa…

Steven McMillan gave up working to care for his elderly mother full-time. After her passing, he was left grieving, and homeless. With his life packed into the boot and backseat of his car, Steven had no stability and direction. Every night was a desperate search for somewhere safe to sleep. Each day, a fight for…

Jezz was living in a tent at Myrtle Park, thirty kilometres from Launceston, struggling with homelessness, addiction, and severe social anxiety. Determined to change the course of his life, he took a brave first step in August 2020 by reaching out to CVGT Employment for support. That moment marked the beginning of his journey towards…

In a region known for its strong manufacturing roots, Shepparton’s own Furphy Engineering recently opened its doors to a group of eager Workforce Australia and Transition to Work Participants for a behind-the-scenes walkthrough. Organised by David Furci, Shepparton Senior Business Development Consultant at CVGT Employment, the event offered Participants a rare glimpse into one of…

Two years ago, Kobe had days “where I didn’t want to leave the house. I felt anxious and really shut off from society.” Searching for work, Kobe joined the CVGT Employment Disability Employment Services program in Wodonga, seeking support. “From early on, I knew that Kobe just needed a voice. A platform so he could…

Finding the right support Stephen, a passionate software developer who is blind, faced significant challenges in his job search. Many job platforms were inaccessible, and some application processes excluded him entirely. “Not all job platforms are as accessible as others,” Stephen explained. “It made it more difficult to do a comprehensive search.” But after discovering…

Empowered Women in Trades – ForgeHer Trade Program In Australia, only one out of a hundred trade apprenticeships are held by women. This shows a big gap between men and women in trades. With a shortage of skilled workers in all trades, organisations like Empowered Women in Trades (EWIT) are working to change this by…

A prize with purpose In 2021, CVGT Employment CEO Jason Russell took out the top spot in the Bendigo Advertiser footy tipping competition. The prize—100 square metres of premium turf—was generously donated by Coolabah Turf, a standout local business with roots in Echuca and strong ties to the Bendigo region. Rather than keeping the prize, CVGT…

Anthony says working at Bunnings Wagga ‘helps with his anxiety and ADHD.’  “I get ready for work two hours before my shift because I’m excited to start. The work environment at Bunnings is fantastic. Everyone is friendly and welcoming.”  Work provides routine, it keeps the mind occupied, offers social interactions and can help those with…

Uniting Wodonga, Food Without Barriers Uniting Vic Tas has long been a pillar of support in the Wodonga community, providing essential services and outreach programs to those in need. One of their standout community initiatives is Food Without Barriers, a two-dish pop-up restaurant that not only serves meals to sixty emergency relief clients every Tuesday but…

Last night, the winners of the 2025 Disability Employment Australia (DEA) Awards were announced at a Gala Evening on the Gold Coast. Three CVGT Employment employees were among the list of finalists this year.  CVGT Employment is delighted and proud to announce our very own David Furci has been named as the 2025 Rex Eagle Practitioner of…

With support from the CVGT Employment team in Preston,  Andrew has found a place at Banyule City council as a Data Analyst working 3 days a week.

With focus, determination, and the right support from CVGT Employment in Wodonga, Tyler was able to make his goal of becoming a Traffic Controller a reality. I was very impressed with Tyler’s enthusiasm and motivation to work. He had already enrolled in a Traffic Management and Control course, so to support him we paid the…

Our teams develop partnerships with a range of employers to give people a better chance of finding meaningful employment. One great example is our work with Wodonga’s Delited Cleaning Services, where owner Brian Webb has recently taken on two people who connected with the local CVGT Employment team. CVGT Employment are helpful, friendly and professional…