Future Pathways Forum

When

  • Wednesday, 29 July 2026 | 07:00 AM - 09:00 AM

Frenchville Sports Club

A projector screen in a hall showing the Future Pathways Forum logo

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The Future Pathways Forum takes a collaborative approach to align education, industry and community and build a stronger future workforce for Central Queensland.

Now entering its third year, the forum encourages conversations and strategic partnerships across schools, training providers and employers to ensure students can take advantage of well-formed pathways into practical training and employment.

If your business is committed to growing its local workforce and building a more sustainable workforce, then the Future Pathways Forum is a must-attend engagement.

Delivered by Advance Rockhampton in partnership with the Future Pathways Forum Working Group.

While students are welcome and encouraged to attend, please note this event aims to facilitate connections between education and industry professionals and is not directly aimed towards students.

Why attend the Future Pathways Forum?

  • Help bridge the gap between the education sector and employers through meaningful collaboration
  • Understand initiatives and programs helping prepare young people for real-world opportunities
  • Gain insights into future workforce predictions and requirements
  • Develop apprenticeship and traineeship pathways with the potential of long-term employment within your business or organisation

Who is the Future Pathways Forum targeted at?

  • Employers and industry representatives ready to support training pathways and drive local employment
  • Teachers, career advisors and training providers looking to align curriculum with industry needs
  • Community and Government stakeholders focused on education, employment and regional growth

What is the format of the Future Pathways Forum?

The Future Pathways Forum is an interactive forum-style event which includes keynote speakers, panel discussions and breakout brainstorming sessions.

Exhibitor E.O.I.

Is your business or organisation looking to show its commitment to strengthening local employment outcomes for school students? Exhibiting at the Future Pathways Forum puts your brand in front of education and industry leaders from across Central Queensland.

Please submit an EOI via email and a representative from the Future Pathways Working Group will be in touch.

Please note as part of the EOI process, your email and contact information will be passed on to other external agencies within the Future Pathways Working Group who are managing exhibitor requests. Exhibitor fees apply.

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Location

Frenchville Sports Club, Clifton Street, North Rockhampton, 4701, View Map

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