Muresk Institute in Northam, Western Australia | Agricultural service

Muresk Institute

Locality: Northam, Western Australia

Phone: +61 1300 994 031

Address: 1 Muresk Road 6401 Northam, WA, Australia

Website: www2.dtwd.wa.gov.au/mureskinstitute

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25.01.2022 REWIND Clontarf Aboriginal College students moving and mustering livestock as part of last weeks Livestock School. This footage was later used in the classroom where trainer Steve Burke critiqued how students moved the cattle, identifying what was executed correctly and what could be improved. Consensus was that the students did an outstanding job! Clontarf Aboriginal College, Waterford, W.A.

24.01.2022 Join us at Muresk Institute on 24 & 25 June 2021 for the WAFarmers & National Farmers' Federation Forum 2021! This year’s theme is ‘Invest Innovate Inspire’. This industry leading event combines both a National and State perspective on current issues and pressures facing Western Australian agriculture. For more information on the forum, head to https://www.wafarmers.org.au//wafarmers-national-farmers-/... Accommodation is available to book at Muresk Institute. Please contact [email protected] for details or to book. #agriculture #event #forum #WAFarmers #MureskInstitute #NationalFarmersFederation #careers #invest #innovate #inspire

23.01.2022 Today was Employment Day at Muresk, an event hosted in collaboration with the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development - DPIRD designed to create networking opportunities between students (prospective employees) and employers. Attendees were addressed by the Darren West MLC, WA Labor Member for the Ag Region and included representatives from Ag Implements and the Farm Machinery and Industry Association of WA, Rural Enterprises and Studium as well as students participating in the Broadacre Harvest Operations Skill Set, Diploma of Agriculture and Associate Degree in Agribusiness.

23.01.2022 Here we have 16 enthusiastic students learning what it takes to Work in Agriculture. Most importantly, all are demonstrating a great attitude and looking for long-term careers in ag. They finish the course on the 11th September and will go straight to work through Studium or Rural Enterprises.

22.01.2022 Georgie Troop from Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) at Muresk talking about her oat breeding work to Curtin Unis Associate Degree and South Regional TAFEs Diploma students.

20.01.2022 WE ARE ON TWITTER FOLLOW US to keep abreast of the latest happenings on our working farm. Managed by our very own farm team our TWITTER will give you a real time insight into what's happening on the ground. FOLLOW US TODAY: https://twitter.com/MureskInstitute

19.01.2022 MADALAH is one of the many groups who have made use of Muresk’s accommodation facilities recently. Congratulations to MADALAH on the success of their first Youth Leadership Summit. It was wonderful to have you stay with us last month. With a range of different options, from single rooms with shared facilities to houses and cottages, we work with groups of all sizes to tailor accommodation packages to suit individual needs. Get in touch with us if you would like to find out more: phone 1300 994 031 or email [email protected].

19.01.2022 Our latest eNewsletter just went out. It's been a big six months for Muresk. READ IT HERE: http://createsend.com/t/d-DFBBB954986299292540EF23F30FEDED

19.01.2022 The Muresk Students Association invite you to Muresk Institute for a worthwhile networking opportunity.

16.01.2022 Join us and Tarwyn Park Training for this four-day course in landscape rehydration! If you’re interested in landscapes, regenerative farming and sustainability, then this short course is for you! Visit our website for more information: https://www2.dtwd.wa.gov.au//find-a/industry/short-course ... #WAjobs #jobsinag #regional #regionaljobs #upskill #jobseeker #careergoals #MureskInstitute #environment #sustainability #rehydration

16.01.2022 RegenWA will be hosting World Soil Day 2020 at Muresk on Saturday 5 December. This years theme is ‘Keep soil alive, protect soil biodiversity‘ and we will be hearing from numerous Western Australian farmers about what they are doing to improve their soil biodiversity. The day will include field-walks for Muresk's on-farm trials, and you can bring your own soil to examine under the microscope. REGISTER here for this free event - https://www.regenwa.com/event/world-soil-day-2020/

15.01.2022 Yesterday our Livestock School kicked off. This five day course attracted students from the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, Clontarf, the WA Police Rural Crime Squad and those seeking to get into a career in the pastoral industry working on stations. This training is being headed up by livestock/pastoral/horsemanship trainer Steve Burke and our very own farm team.

12.01.2022 Learn how to increase profitability in your sheep enterprise in this half-day short course! The Lamb Survival and Post-Mortem Workshop in June will teach you best practice strategies in sheep management, welfare and husbandry. We look forward to seeing ‘ewe’ there!... Apply now and visit https://www2.dtwd.wa.gov.au//find-a/industry/short-course #WAjobs #jobsinag #regional #regionaljobs #upskill #jobseeker #careergoals #MureskInstitute #sheep

10.01.2022 Do you need any of the following truck licences? - HR-B Heavy Rigid - Synchromesh - HR Heavy Rigid - Crash box (Road Ranger) - HC Heavy Combination (Single trailer) - MC Multi Combination ... Join us in June for training opportunities! For more information, visit https://www2.dtwd.wa.gov.au//find-a/industry/short-course #WAjobs #jobsinag #regional #regionaljobs #upskill #jobseeker #careergoals #MureskInstitute #trucking #shortcourses #licence

10.01.2022 Hear Muresks Farm Technical Officer Cameron Broun on ABC South West yesterday, talking about Muresks desalinisation plant. Tune in around 19m23s: https://www.abc.net.au//wa-countr/wa-country-hour/12576506

09.01.2022 Happy National Ag Day! A big thank you to everyone that makes this such a wonderful industry from the farmers, suppliers, advocates and expert training providers through to the next generation of skilled Ag students and future Ag leaders. Thank you to our partners for your support over the years and here is to a productive year ahead for all. #AgDayAu

08.01.2022 "Participants of a broadacre harvest course being undertaken at the Muresk Institute this week are expected to have no trouble finding jobs this season, as a shortage of skilled and unskilled workers looms over the agricultural sector."

07.01.2022 Yesterday the Livestock School learned about Animal Welfare from industry expert Boyd Holden via zoom from NSW on the big screen! Boyd was unable to be with us in person due to COVID-19 restrictions but we still wanted the students to gain the benefit of his expertise.

06.01.2022 Looking for workers for the upcoming harvest period? This Thursday the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development - DPIRD are providing you with an opportunity to network with our students (prospective employees). Join us for a cuppa and a chat and see the students in action as they demonstrate their harvesting skills on the Combine Harvester as well as other farm vehicles and machinery.

06.01.2022 The Minister for Agriculture and Food; Regional Development and the Hydrogen Industry the Hon Alannah MacTiernan MLC is hosting a Climate Resilience Forum today at Muresk Institute. The Minister is seeking input from industry and producers on priorities for the state’s new $15 million Agriculture Climate Resilience Fund. The forum features a range of keynote speakers, presentations and panels around the themes of:... Climate change Emissions Market and investment drivers On farm adaptions Next steps for the Climate Resilience Fund #MureskInstitute #agriculture #climate #resiliance

04.01.2022 Do you love your job? Are you passionate about your industry? Are you keen to share your knowledge? Why not become a TAFE lecturer? All you need is 5 years of industry experience and a genuine passion and drive to teach others how to work in your industry. Teaching qualifications and experience are not essential. Find out more.

04.01.2022 Are you LOOKING FOR WORKERS? Find out how to fill your labour shortages with WA workers here: https://www.wa.gov.au//work-and-wander-out-yonder-informat

04.01.2022 Next Friday Employment Training Solutions will be running a 'Telehandler Operations' course at Muresk. Competency in using a Telehandler could help people gain employment in the export and local hay industry. Visit the Muresk website for more information or to register for this course: https://www2.dtwd.wa.gov.au//find-a/industry/short-course

03.01.2022 This is your last chance to apply for WAFarmers Bootcamp to Employment! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to develop your skills in agricultural technology. What will you do at Bootcamp?... - Fly a drone - Operate precision control technology - Learn about machinery application for agronomy - Apply data based decision making - Develop workplace communication, teamwork and problem solving skills APPLY NOW before the end of May: https://www2.dtwd.wa.gov.au/mureskin//Events/Bootcamp.aspx The Bootcamp kicks off on 13 July 2021. #BootcamptoEmployment #WAFarmers #JobsForYouth #agriculturewa #WAjobs #jobseeker #MureskInstitute #careergoals #drone #innovation

02.01.2022 We will be at the WA College of Agriculture - Cunderdin Open Day this Friday. We look forward to talking to students about all the exciting training and career paths that the agricultural sector has to offer.