City of Playford

What an amazing day at the Playford Civic Centre it was on 30 October with the Northern Adelaide Jobs and Careers Expo held with over 4,000 people attending the event. Over 100 exhibitors and employers for local jobseekers to connect with and featured the 'Pathway to your Future' and the 'Career Exploration Challenge' as well as three informative panels discussions on the day. Also, the ever popular 'Jobs Board' returned providing attendees with over 200 positions advertised from across northern Adelaide. We would like to thank all of our much valued and appreciated sponsors without whom we would not be able to put on such a fantastic event for our community. We thank the following for their support: Local Jobs Program Adelaide North Status Pivot Training Jobs Statewide SYC Williams Metal Fabrication atWork Australia Auctus Protech CBS Hoban Recruitment Mk2 Recruitment Northern Sound System OTR Group REISA Strategix The Umbrella Collective BAE Systems ASC We would also like to thank Coles who donated the sausages for our free BBQ and the volunteers from Rotary Club of Elizabeth who donated their time to cook for us. And last but not least, we would like to thank all of our volunteers and staff on the day for all of their efforts in making it a success. View the full photo album here: https://lnkd.in/gantSxk7...

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CALLING ALL ARTISTS! Enter our Celebration of Ability - ART COMPETITION! As part of this year’s Celebration of Ability - The Art of Us - we’re shining a spotlight on creativity with an art competition celebrating identity, connection and community. If you’re an amateur artist living with disability, we’d love to see how you express who you are, how you connect with others and what inclusion means to you. Submit your entry: https://lnkd.in/gPTgVsx Then join us for the Celebration of Ability event — held on Friday, 28 November at the Playford Civic Centre — a vibrant showcase of the power of creative expression, highlighting the many ways people with disability share their stories, skills and talents through art, performance and community. Let’s celebrate The Art of Us — because inclusion is something we all create together

DON'T FORGET Playford, it's time to get your thinking caps on! International Day of People with Disability – Mayoral Awards Nominations are OPEN! Let’s celebrate the achievements of people with disability and those who champion inclusion in our community. Here’s how to nominate in just THREE simple steps 1. Think of a local champion, business or organisation that promotes inclusion and accessibility 2. Fill out the nomination form: Online: https://lnkd.in/gPTgVsx Hardcopy download: https://lnkd.in/gMHMAbtr... 3. Submit your nomination: Online: https://lnkd.in/gPTgVsx Email: disabilityservices@playford.sa.gov.au In person: Playford Civic Centre Customer Service Desk, 10 Playford Blvd, Elizabeth Find out more here https://lnkd.in/gPTgVsx Nominations close 5pm, Friday 14 November 2025 — don’t miss your chance to celebrate those making Playford a more inclusive community!

Don't miss the Get Set Workshop and Essentials Day this Tuesday 21 October and boost your job readiness! Brought to you by Possible Consulting, City of Playford and Local Jobs - Adelaide North and hosted at SYC, this free workshop will: Boost your skills, confidence & connections – all in one day! 🎤 Workshops: • First impressions that last – Kate Hall, Dress for Success • Resume & career tips – Ebony Saunders, Dress for Success • Standout LinkedIn profiles – Kerryn Page, Quisk Design • Professional headshots – Kelly Barnes Photography 🤝 Essentials Support: Financial advice • Aboriginal health services • Volunteering pathways • Mental health & wellbeing • Parent Pathway support 🎟 Register now through Eventbrite 👉 https://bit.ly/3KblauT 📅 Get Set Workshop and Essentials Day ⏰ 21 October - 10am to 12 noon 📍 SYC Elizabeth - Level 1 Elizabeth House, Elizabeth SA  💰 FREE!

💥 TWO WEEKS TO GO! 💥 The Northern Adelaide Jobs and Careers Expo back again at Playford Civic Centre on 30 October from 10am to 2:30pm, with this year's event featuring over 100 exciting stallholders of local employers, industry training providers and more for local jobseekers to connect with! The Jobs Board returns with over 200 positions advertised plus the Pathway to your Future Workshops including resume writing and more! As well as the all-new Career Exploration Challenge where you can find out more about career pathways within local industries. Take the opportunity to speak directly with employers about work-ready trainee and apprenticeships, career pathways and current job openings from across the key local industries. Plus, Gold coin donation BBQ provided by Rotary Club of Elizabeth inc., free coffee and tea in the Shedley Cafe plus live music and entertainment from Northern Sound System! Get ready to be inspired! 📌 Playford Civic Centre on 📅 Thursday, 30 October 2025 🖊️ Register now - https://lnkd.in/gRAc8_i2 This event is for all job seekers! FREE entry! Thanks to the support of our event partners Local Jobs Program - Adelaide North and our Platinum Sponsors Pivot Training RTO #46089#46089 and STATUS Employment Services.

Calling all businesses! Don't miss out on this Sponsor Opportunity! Celebration of Ability – The Art of Us is just on the horizon and the City of Playford invites you to partner with us to bring this event to life on Friday, 28 November 2025. This event will highlight the power of creative expression, showcasing the many ways people with disability share their stories, skills and talents through art, performance and community. By sponsoring, your organisation will: Champion inclusivity and diversity Support self-empowerment and awareness Align your brand with a community event that makes a meaningful impact Sponsorship opportunities available: Platinum – $8,000 + GST Gold – $5,000 + GST Silver – $2,500 + GST Bronze – $1,000 + GST 📩 Ready to be part of this important celebration? Contact us at disabilityservices@playford.sa.gov.au - We can't wait to meet you!

Have you registered for the Northern Adelaide Jobs and Careers Expo yet? Not only will there be over 100 exhibitors including employers at the event plus a heap of workshops, on the day there will be three key panel discussions you can attend that will boost your job readiness even further! The panels will feature speakers from key industries an employers in the local area who will provide insights and tips on a whole range of topics to help you on your career path. All panel discussions on the day are free to attend and will take place in The Shedley Theatre. Panel Discussion 1 | Discover What’s Ahead - The Careers of Tomorrow This session will explore future-focused career pathways, emerging opportunities, and how industry is evolving to meet changing workforce needs.   Register here: https://lnkd.in/gpwtVMp3 Panel Discussion 2 | Open the Door – Experience That Leads to Work This interactive session will explore the different pathways into employment, including the value of internships, volunteering, training, and real-world experience in gaining your next job.  Register here: https://lnkd.in/g8HYEqUX Panel Discussion 3 | Real Talk with Employers and Job Seekers This session is a candid conversation between employers and job seekers about what really makes a difference in the hiring process and what will make you standout.  Register here: https://lnkd.in/gurGGi8w Northern Adelaide Jobs and Careers Expo 📅 Thursday, October 30, 10am to 2:30pm 📍 Playford Civic Centre - 10 Playford Boulevard, Elizabeth 💰 Free entry! 📝 Register for event here: https://lnkd.in/gRAc8_i2

The Northern Adelaide Jobs and Careers Expo returns on 30 October with over 100 exciting stallholders attending - it's an event not to be missed for all job seekers! Meet with and hear from industry leaders across key sectors within the City of Playford and northern Adelaide including defence, food and hospitality, construction and trade and so much more! The Jobs board will return with numerous vacancies advertised plus attendees can get job ready with our Pathway to your Future workshops including resume writing, how to dress for that all-important interview and more. Don't miss this opportunity to speak directly with employers about work-ready trainee and apprenticeships, career pathways and current job openings. Get ready to be inspired at the Playford Civic Centre in Elizabeth on 30 October, from 10am to 2:30pm. Entry is FREE! Register now 👉 https://lnkd.in/gRAc8_i2 Brought to you by City of Playford and Local Jobs Program - Adelaide North. Platinum Sponsors - STATUS and Pivot Training RTO #46089.

Sponsor Opportunity | Celebration of Ability – The Art of Us The City of Playford invites you to partner with us to bring Celebration of Ability – The Art of Us to life on Friday, 28 November 2025. This event will highlight the power of creative expression, showcasing the many ways people with disability share their stories, skills and talents through art, performance and community. By sponsoring, your organisation will: Champion inclusivity and diversity Support self-empowerment and awareness Align your brand with a community event that makes a meaningful impact Sponsorship opportunities available: Platinum – $8,000 + GST Gold – $5,000 + GST Silver – $2,500 + GST Bronze – $1,000 + GST 📩 Ready to be part of this important celebration? Contact us at disabilityservices@playford.sa.gov.au - We can't wait to meet you!