Welcome to the latest edition of the RIST RoundUP! In this edition you’ll find: A recap of October from our CEO, Bill Hamill, Highlights from shearing school, We farewell valued RIST team member and Coordinator of Certificate II and III in Agriculture courses,...
Last week, the inaugural session of the RIST & AWI’s Lifetime Ewe Management (LTEM) Heytesbury Group brought together farmers from Cobden, Timboon, Darlington, and Port Campbell. This area, once exclusively dedicated to dairy farming until the last decade, is now...
“I do believe that it takes a lot of work to be a farmer, and anyone that is brave enough to take the career on and succeed, is aspirational in their own respect” – Jake Jake is pictured receiving a Leadership Award from RIST Chair, Tony Fleetwood at the...
At RIST, we have the privilege of being surrounded by many inspiring women shaping and driving Agriculture today and into the future. Whether a student, a staff member, an employer or board director, we are thankful and proud for their contributions to the Ag sector...
We’ve had a fantastic response with new enrolments in RIST and AWI’s Lifetime Ewe Management course, with new groups forming across SA, VIC, and NSW! Pictured here are the course work books boxed up and ready to go out to four new groups in VIC. Over 4,500 Australian...
“Someone who inspires me in the agricultural industry is my family, especially my dad. His deep knowledge, gained from years of experience, and his wisdom in navigating various weather conditions never fail to impress me. He knows how to make the most of tough...
“My father, Rob, who has extensive industry knowledge to share and is great to discuss ideas with, inspires me.” -Jack Meet Jack, an 18-year-old Agriculture student who is also the co- founder of Mt Eccles Angus Stud. Alongside of his parents Rob and Katherine...
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In early September, we introduced you to RIST student Kiarah and her amazing Border Collie Boots. We shared Kiarah’s fantastic video featuring her working dog skills alongside “Boots”, with the video offering a snippet of insight into what students...
Pictured: RIST Operations Manager Helen Read (R) with Olds College, Interim President Debbie Thompson (L). Olds College of Agriculture & Technology Is located in Olds, central Alberta, Canada. The College has a 3,600-acre farm with broadacre cropping, equine,...
Pictured: RIST Trainer, Steve Cotton with Diploma of Agriculture Students at the Hamilton Campus, August 2024. Are you passionate about shaping the next gen of agricultural industry leaders? Use your skills, experience and passion for Agriculture to make a real impact...
Although its mid September already, we are delighted to share our August Recap with you! The month of August was a hive of activity at RIST. We had a fantastic two days at Sheepvention Rural Expo, We held Information Sessions for 2025 enrolments in the Certificate II...
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Working in Agriculture is something I’ll do for the rest of my life – Katy McMahon For Katy McMahon, the path to a career in agriculture was a deliberate choice. After not pursuing university immediately after high school, Katy’s life was filled with getting married,...
RIST Certificate IV in Agriculture Student, Kerry-Leigh Hume named as one of twelve 2024 Adult Learning Week Ambassadors. September 2 -9 marks Adult Learners Week on the Calendar. A week dedicated to raise awareness of the benefits of learning among adults in their...
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Finance Officer to join our team at our Hamilton Campus. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a vibrant team committed to excellence in vocational education. If you are experienced in accounting and financial...
Like most country kids at just 17 years of age, Jacob Sanderson has more than just a few handy skills up his sleeve. When he is not at school or home on the farm, Jacob is an avid shearer and CFA volunteer in Myamyn Victoria. He also runs his own contracting business,...
In an inspiring ceremony held at the Kantor Family Performing Arts Centre last Friday August 16, RIST CEO Bill Hamill proudly congratulated more than 40 graduating students on their achievements, with the RIST Chairman Tony Fleetwood presenting the certificates and...
“Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, Involve me and I learn.” – Benjamin Franklin. Emphasising the importance of active involvement and hands-on learning in the educational process. Today marks the beginning of National Skills Week. Running from...
Welcome to another ROUND UP! July marked a few special dates in the calendar for the RIST community. We held our half year review meeting, providing opportunity for us to meet as a team and reflect on the impact our dedicated, small yet mighty training and education...
On Monday 22 July 2024, Fifty year 9 students from Monivae College, Baimbridge College, Good Shepherd College Hamilton , The Hamilton and Alexandra College, Balmoral K-12 Community College , and Heywood & District Secondary College embarked upon the RIST Hamilton...
Welcome to another ROUND UP! June was filled with a hive of activities for students and staff alike. A real whirlwind!Looking around our Hamilton campus, we are pleased to share that our renovations inside our buildings are now complete. We look forward to sharing...
Are you passionate about fostering a positive workplace culture and making a real impact? Join us at RIST. Be part of a team that’s dedicated to making a difference in rural communities as our People and Culture Manager. As our People and Culture Manager,...
On Monday this week, Bec Malseed, RIST National Program Manager, shared the evening with members of the Rotary Club of Portland. Bec presented an overview of the Weaners For Profit course and enjoyed a lovely meal with the Rotary members at Mac’s Hotel...
Welcome to another ROUND UP! This week has been a special one for the groups of our second year Certificate III in Agriculture students who have completed their course studies. It has been wonderful getting to know these students, to have been part of nurturing their...
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Last week’s Great South West Dairy Awards, Held in Warrnambool on May 16th, proved to be a fantastic event and opportunity to shine a light on and celebrate those in the South-West Victorian dairy industry who are excelling in the Industry! 📸 Image Provided by...
Welcome to another RIST Round Up! Last week we held our AGM at our Hamilton Campus. It was wonderful to reflect on the year that was 2023 and to discuss updates coming in new courses, content delivery and seeing the progress of our investment in technology and student...
It is hard to believe April has been and gone and we are now well into cold Autumn mornings and waiting for the green break (to break!) Scenery surrounding the Hamilton and Terang campuses showcase to our students the busy period that is Autumn, with machines drilling...
Considering Studying Agriculture or Shearing in 2025 ? Join us for Information Session’s in August 2024. RIST Business Manager Helen Read encourages anyone interested or thinking about a career in agriculture to attend. “Students do have to be 15...
Welcome to this week’s RIST weekly Round Up! It’s been another dynamic week filled with engaging moments between our dedicated staff and enthusiastic students. Today, we’re sharing snippets into the recent Industry Tour embarked upon by our Cert III...
Graduate as Class of 2025! We are now welcoming mid – year enrolments (July 2024 start date) for a range of our Agricultural Courses. RIST CEO, Bill Hamill encourages people from all ages, interests and backgrounds to consider upskilling their Agricultural...
Sneak Peek! Renovations at our Hamilton campus are coming along nicely. In 2023, As part of the State Government commitment to upgrading learning facilities in the regions, RIST was successful in securing funding though the Agriculture TAFE and Training...
Where could a pathway with RIST take you in Agriculture? Meet Kerry Leigh, a 40-year-old Mum of three, Certificate IV in Agriculture Student and full-time dairy farmer at Aurora Dairies in Hamilton. Image of Kerry Leigh sourced at Learn Local Kerry’s journey...
Students from Wool Overview Program enjoy a day of Wool and AgTech at RIST Last week, Students from Hawksdale College delved deeper into the heart of Australia’s wool industry as part of the RIST Wool Overview Program, a program proudly sponsored by AWI....
RIST Celebrates the Graduating Class of 2023 On Monday March 25, RIST proudly celebrated an important milestone for the Class of 2023, with a Graduation ceremony marking the completion of their studies in a range of agricultural courses. The ceremony, held at the...
