FUTURE PROOF YOUR CHILD’S CAREER
Careers of Today special event
AS we enter 2025, the landscape of work continues to evolve at a rapid pace. Transformational breakthroughs, particularly generative AI, are shaping industries, tasks, and the way business is done across all sectors.
The Blacktown News is supporting a unique event on March 18 at Penrith Panthers that will present an expert panel discussing Careers of Today plus 10 exhibitor stalls to visit and engage with. The event will be moderated by Lee Ussher, digital media expert and trainer at Buzz Web Media.
Places are still available for this event, which is designed for parents and senior students.
Technological advances are converging with a broader array of challenges, including economic volatility (cost of living crisis, in ation), environmental challenges, and evolving societal expectations.
Did you know that AI will displace 92 million jobs but create 170 million new ones?
Did you know that your child will likely have 17 di erent jobs across ve di erent careers over their working life?
At the Careers of Today event on March 18 at Penrith Panthers, you will hear from industry experts within elds where demand is high – including construction, technology, and the care economy (childcare, counsellors, and
collective industries within the Western Sydney International Airport).
Employers today are shifting their focus from traditional quali cations to capabilities and skills. In 2025, the top skills will be analytical thinking, resilience/agility, leadership, creative thinking, technological literacy, motivation, empathy, and curiosity. By 2030, the core skills will evolve to include AI pro ciency, networks and cybersecurity, creative thinking, resilience, and leadership.
Understanding future career trends is essential for parents. The jobs that exist today may look very di erent—or
may not exist at all—by the time your child enters the workforce.
Parents play a critical role in guiding children towards future-ready skills and career pathways that align with the rapidly evolving job market.
Whether it’s encouraging problem-solving, digital literacy, or entrepreneurial thinking, staying informed about the opportunities ahead will help your child thrive in an unpredictable world.
So, how can you ensure your child is ready for these changes?
Encourage them to develop in-demand skills while at school through part-time work, team sports, leadership opportunities, entrepreneurship, and short courses.
The Careers of Today event is proudly sponsored by CathWest Innovation College, with campuses in Mount Druitt and Emu Plains. These schools are proactive in developing skills that will set students apart in the future workforce.
Don’t miss this opportunity to future-proof your child’s career. Book your place today.
Panelists include
- Peter Mackey - Executive Director, Brad eld Development Authority.
- Nathan McIntosh - General Manager, Western Sydney Airport.
- Eleanor Harrison - Senior Work-
force Development & Industry Participation Advisor, Gamuda.
- Kate Dodd - Founder & Director, AI and Data Strategy.
- Joanne Tapley - Senior Manager, Early Education and Care Ambrose.
- Gerry McShane - Psychologist and Health Practitioner.
- Dr Valentine Mukuria - Blacktown Campus Dean, Australian Catholic University.
Event details
Time: 4.30pm for 5pm, closes at 8pm, 10 visitor stalls to interact with.
Venue: Ron Mulock AO Room within Penrith Panthers Club, 83 Mulgoa Road Penrith, NSW 2750.
Registration: $8.72 per family, go to www.wexpo.com.au and follow the home page prompts or email events@ wexpo.com.au.
Key Benefits
• Get rsthand insights from industry leaders.
• Learn about growing employment opportunities.
• Connect directly with educational institutions.
• Make informed decisions about career pathways.
• Network with industry professionals.
Moderator Lee Usssher.