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Hello! My name is Sammy. I live on the Gold Coast with my wife and kids. For many years, I wasn't very happy. I was working in a job which gave me very little pleasure. This was because it was an entry-level job at a fast-food joint. I knew I needed to make a change, but I had no idea what that change was until I got talking to my brother-in-law. He suggested that I sign up at a local adult education college so I could improve my education and develop new skills. I did just that and now I am the manager of a restaurant. I hope you like this blog and that it inspires you to develop your skills.

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3 Considerations Before Getting A Dangerous Goods Transport Licence In Your State

If you are thinking of taking up a job related to the transport of dangerous goods, then you may need to apply for a special licence and undergo a certain amount of training depending on the state or territory you live in. Here are some considerations to help you establish whether you need a dangerous goods transport licence in your state:  Make Sure You Satisfy The Training Requirements To Obtain A Licence 

Three Easy Test Tips to Help You Get Your Heavy Vehicle License

Training to operate a heavy vehicle is usually manageable because the instructors in most schools are knowledgeable and helpful. For most people, however, the problem comes in when they have to take the test. Many people complain that the test somehow caught them off guard, or that they were not in the right head space when they were taking the test. Here are a few tips that will help you prepare psychologically for the test and have an easy time earning your medium rigid truck license.

The Nanny Nightmare: How to Avoid It

The person you employ to watch over your children when you are away, occupied with work or simply need help with your children should be chosen right. When hiring a nanny, you are practically welcoming a stranger into your home and expecting to treat her (or him) as part and parcel of the family. The process is not as easy as it sounds, as finding the perfect nanny might be difficult and stressful.

Are You Really Sure That You're Ready to Get Your Driver's License?

If you're the youngster in the family, you may be the last one to reach driving age and receive their "rite of passage", the ubiquitous licence. Older siblings may have told you how cool it is to get behind the wheel and exercise your freedom, and they may even have offered to help teach you the practicalities of driving. While you may think this is a good idea and eagerly take them up on their offer, will this approach be sufficient to make you a safe driver?

4 Tips for Getting Your Child Adjusted to a New School

For kids of kindergarten age, having a structure and predictable routine helps them reduce anxiety. You may have worked on designing a useful routine for your kids since they were born, from having a set bedtime to planning for a certain number of meals in a day. But what happens when your child needs to change schools? It can certainly be stressful to adapt your child to a new kindergarten in a new part of the country.

How Dogs Can Make a Significant Difference in the Classroom

Of all the skills necessary to become a functioning and productive adult, literacy must be at the top of the list. For those who have enjoyed a successful education, this may seem to be second nature, but it's not necessarily as easy for some children growing up in this day and age. Many youngsters face a troubling childhood for a variety of reasons and find it difficult to apply any concentration in the schoolroom and, consequently, may fall behind when it comes to the crucial art of reading.

How to inspire a scientific theme in your child's bedroom

Survey says that STEM is hot. Many Australian schools are embracing a STEM-focused curriculum that inspires interest in math and sciences. And in a competitive, economic world, your child will find more opportunities within the STEM fields. But how can you begin to instil your child with an interest in the sciences? Early learning all starts in their bedroom. Simple decorative elements can make your child develop an analytical approach to viewing the world.

Get Lifting: Choosing a Forklift Training Course That Meets Your Needs

Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or expert, operating a forklift in Australia requires a certification. There's no shortcut, such as online courses: it has to be a proper, in-person affair. But never fear, as there's plenty of forklift training courses on offer, tailored for practically any experience level or goal, with solutions available for businesses and individuals alike. Reputation First  It bears mentioning that you should always do your due diligence before investing in a forklift training course.