My Pathway

23/02/2026

Roberta from our My Pathway - Self-Employment Assistance team is heading up to Malanda late this week to talk to small business owners, or even just anyone with a great business idea about the supports available in our program.

Make sure you have a look at the TradingMate.com.au event if you are on the tablelands and would like to explore how you can be supported in business.

🚀 Big News for Tablelands Trailblazers! 🚀
TM Event panel presenter - Roberta Aloia, representing My Pathway! 🌟

Our next Trading Mate event is on - FRIDAY 27th Feb from 5pm - and we are thrilled to introduce our guest panelist: 💼 Meet Roberta Aloia: Your Small Business Ally

As a Self-Employment Assistance Mentor with My Pathway, Roberta brings a powerhouse combination of real-world experience—having started and run several businesses herself—and expert knowledge of government-funded supports.

She is dedicated to connecting local small businesses in Cairns and the Tablelands to flexible, tailored mentoring designed to help you thrive!

🛠️ What’s in it for you?
Whether you're a start-up or a micro-business owner, My Pathway offers a clear path to success. Best of all, their services are Federally Funded, so there is no cost to you! 💸
Turn Passion into Profit: Launch your big idea with confidence.
Scale & Adapt: Get expert guidance on growing your existing operations.
Tailored Support: Mentoring designed specifically for your unique aspirations.

🌲 Stay & Play on the Tablelands!
Make a getaway of it! We’ll be gathering at the beautiful Malanda Lodge, but rooms are selling fast! 🏃‍♀️💨

✨ EXCLUSIVE DEAL: Snag a room for the special price of just $88! Don’t miss out on the chance to stay at this wonderful location while you network and grow.

📅 Event Details & Booking
Don't leave your business growth to chance—come and get the info you need to succeed!
📍 Where: Malanda Lodge, Atherton Tablelands
🔗 Book Your Spot: https://events.humanitix.com/tm-feb-2026-government-info-event

See you there for an evening of empowering connections! 🤝✨



https://www.tradingmate.com.au/toolbox-talk/2700--big-news-for-tablelands-trailblazers-

23/02/2026

🚀 Big News for Tablelands Trailblazers! 🚀
TM Event panel presenter - Roberta Aloia, representing My Pathway! 🌟

Our next Trading Mate event is on - FRIDAY 27th Feb from 5pm - and we are thrilled to introduce our guest panelist: 💼 Meet Roberta Aloia: Your Small Business Ally

As a Self-Employment Assistance Mentor with My Pathway, Roberta brings a powerhouse combination of real-world experience—having started and run several businesses herself—and expert knowledge of government-funded supports.

She is dedicated to connecting local small businesses in Cairns and the Tablelands to flexible, tailored mentoring designed to help you thrive!

🛠️ What’s in it for you?
Whether you're a start-up or a micro-business owner, My Pathway offers a clear path to success. Best of all, their services are Federally Funded, so there is no cost to you! 💸
Turn Passion into Profit: Launch your big idea with confidence.
Scale & Adapt: Get expert guidance on growing your existing operations.
Tailored Support: Mentoring designed specifically for your unique aspirations.

🌲 Stay & Play on the Tablelands!
Make a getaway of it! We’ll be gathering at the beautiful Malanda Lodge, but rooms are selling fast! 🏃‍♀️💨

✨ EXCLUSIVE DEAL: Snag a room for the special price of just $88! Don’t miss out on the chance to stay at this wonderful location while you network and grow.

📅 Event Details & Booking
Don't leave your business growth to chance—come and get the info you need to succeed!
📍 Where: Malanda Lodge, Atherton Tablelands
🔗 Book Your Spot: https://events.humanitix.com/tm-feb-2026-government-info-event

See you there for an evening of empowering connections! 🤝✨



https://www.tradingmate.com.au/toolbox-talk/2700--big-news-for-tablelands-trailblazers-

05/01/2026

So cool to return to work to see Community Owned Enterprise's Wujal Wujal 'Pride of Place' Project among the Cape York Weekly's wrapup of the community highlights from 2025!

COE are already well into another couple of these SQW projects in Napranum and Mapoon and have big plans for 2026 also, which we cant wait to share too.

But for now, check out the mini wrap in the piece below, or learn more about that project on the COE website: coenterprises.com.au/
https://capeyorkweekly.com.au/2025-year-in-review-celebrating-the-cape-york-community/20499/

Cape York has a strong sense of community, and some colourful characters who call it home. Take a look back…

07/10/2025

Are you in the Cook region and keen to check out our "A day in the life of" VR experience?

The headsets will be at the Cooktown Connect for Mental Health Week event tomorrow (Wednesday 8 October), and the team will be on hand to guide you through the program.

Come along and see how cool this technology is, and how it is helping boost employment opportunities in the region.
Or just join in all the other great activities available from 9am tomorrow!

03/10/2025

Annnnnd... to round out the guest speakers list please join us in welcoming the final ABF Future Immortals Tour Ambassador to the Cooktown Connect for Mental Health Week event next week... Tyrone Roberts!

With a career that's already more than a decade long and includes stints with the Knights, Titans, Indigenous All Stars and the Broncos he's got plenty of rugby stories to tell.

Connecting with community is what this event is all about; building relationships by participating in local activities, such as joining clubs, volunteering, attending events, and supporting local businesses. This connection builds a sense of belonging, improves mental and physical health, and provides a support network.

25/09/2025

The ABF Future Immortals Tour Ambassadors that will be heading to the Cooktown Connect for Mental Health Week event in early October are locked in!

First up is Preston Campbell OAM! With more than 250 professional games for the Titans, Sharks and Panthers and multiple Origin appearances he's an undisputed great of the game! Catch him and three more ABF Ambassadors on the day in Cooktown (click the blue link above for all the event details).

Connecting with others is a fundamental human need, involving shared experiences, listening, and feelings of belonging, which are crucial for mental and physical health. The event will be a perfect opportunity to connect with others from the Cooktown and surrounding communities.

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