WaterMarc opens doors for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment at Be Deadly Jobs Expo
Finding a job can feel overwhelming but opportunities often start with a conversation.
At the 2026 Be Deadly Jobs Expo, inclusive conversations were happening all day, bringing together job seekers, community organisations and over 50 employers in a space built on trust, culture, support and connection.
Held on Friday 22 May at the Aboriginal Advancement League, the expo created a welcoming environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and other job seekers to explore career pathways and training opportunities. Open to participants from all backgrounds, the event helped break down barriers often faced in traditional recruitment processes.
Our presence at the expo focused on creating meaningful employment opportunities and strengthening relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Hannah Gentz, our Community Engagement Coordinator, attended the expo for the first time and said it was a valuable opportunity to connect with the community and other organisations.
“I enjoyed the smoking ceremony; it was a meaningful way to start a busy day full of great conversations. We’ve already received new employment expressions of interest directly from the expo. I’m looking forward to continuing our work to welcome, support and create employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and the wider community at WaterMarc,” Hannah said.
Beyond connecting with job seekers, the day also created valuable opportunities to strengthen relationships with organisations already supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Conversations with Open Door, NGWALA and GOAL highlighted shared priorities and opened the door for future collaboration, from employment pathways through to cultural learning.
The day included a smoking ceremony, Welcome to Country from Aunty Zeta, cultural performances and a Q&A and performance from Mitch Tambo, reinforcing the strong sense of culture and community throughout the day.
Several expressions of interest have been received, with follow up conversations already underway. We are proud to be part of an inclusive and welcoming community.
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