AI Tech Tempest Day

An exciting opt-in incursion at CMCC for Years 9, 10 and 11 on Thursday 19 September (Week 9).

• Learn about the latest global technology trends and the impact of increasing AI adoption.
• Discover how to effectively use generative AI to enhance human productivity.
• Explore how AI agents can improve key business processes.
• Understand how today’s jobs are changing to create opportunities for the future.
• Enhance essential human skills – creativity, collaboration, critical analysis and judgment.

 Register HERE - places still available!

University of Newcastle (UON) Visit – Year 10

During LEA time in Week 6, UON representatives will talk to Year 10 about future study options and what life at university is like. Please bring along any questions you may have.
Year 12 students will also have the opportunity to book a one-on-one appointment with a UON ambassador on the same day.

ADF Presentation – Years 9 and 10

The Australian Defence Force will present to Years 9 and 10 about pathways, careers, and programs available to students. They will also share information about their excellent ATSI program for young people.

• Information flyers are now available on the Careers TEAMS page (General Channel). These will help answer questions about attaining an SBAT for 2026. Remember: SBATs are student-driven when securing a workplace.
• St Nic’s Early Education SBATs are now advertising. Students interested should check the information session posted on the Careers TEAMS page.

UAC / UON

• UAC Early Bird Deadline: Tuesday 30 September 2025 – Apply before this date to avoid extra fees.
• UAC Applications Close: Friday 6 February 2026 (Semester 1, 2026 entry).
• 2025 NSW HSC ATAR Results Released: Thursday 18 December 2025
  • HSC results from 6am (via NESA)
  • ATARs released from 9am (via UAC website)
• SRS Course Preference Deadline: Thursday 6 November 2025
• UAC SRS First Round Offers Released: Thursday 13 November 2025
• UAC Main Round 1 Offers Released: Tuesday 23 December 2025

UON Early Entry Preference Deadlines

• Thursday 4 September 2025 (11:59 pm): Preferences locked in. Any changes made after this date won’t count.
• Thursday 25 September 2025 (11:59 pm): Final deadline for students who apply for Early Entry between 5–25 September.

Work Experience

• Term 2: A huge success – over 50 students participated, with all feedback from workplaces being positive. Supervisors spoke very highly of our Year 10 students.
• Term 3: Documentation is due Monday of Week 6. Please ensure you have submitted all required forms to your workplace and returned the SPR with all risk sections completed.

Booking Appointments

• Years 10–12: Please book via the Careers TEAMS page (Appointments tab).
• Years 7–9: Please email me directly at barnett@mn.catholic.edu.au.

Jobs of the Future – Focus

Careers in renewable energy are expected to thrive in the coming years, especially within government-supported net zero projects such as:

• Onshore and Offshore Wind Advanced Manufacturing
• Solar, Batteries and Storage
• Pumped Hydro
• Clean Energy Precincts and Circular Economy Hubs
• Major Transmission Projects

Pathway Options

• ATAR plays a role, but so does VET.
• Universities and the VET sector are increasingly linked.
  • 7% of VET graduates complete further VET education or training.
  • 7% enrol in higher education.
• Many university graduates also complete a VET qualification to meet employment requirements in their chosen field.