Visitors to this years WA College of Agriculture, Cunderdin Open Day on 7 September will get a snapshot of the fantastic educational opportunities on offer at the College.
Students have been busy preparing for the annual showcase of their projects and skills ranging from sheep shearing, wool handling, cattle, pig and sheep husbandry, wood & metal work projects to classroom activities.
In a busy month leading up to Open Day students have had many excursions and opportunities, with three students taking out prizes at the recent Perth Wood Show Out of the Woods competition.
Year 11 students have recently returned from their annual North West Tour with visits to agricultural and mining industries in the Kimberley, Gascoyne and Pilbara region.
The tour introduces students to employment opportunities and industries that aren’t available in the South West of the state.
The College will take a group of students on excursion to Katanning this week to participate in the WA State Agricultural School Sheep Handling Challenge.
Later in the month students will be attending the Dowerin Field Day to compete in junior merino judging/assessment and fencing competitions.
They will also receive results from the sire evaluation trial they have participated in.
Visitors to the Open Day will have a chance to meet with new Principal Sally Panizza and hear about her plans for the future of the College.
“Commencing at WACOA- Cunderdin this term has allowed me to combine two of my passions, education and agriculture, in the one setting,” Mrs Panizza said.
“The range of opportunities available for students across farming, trades and classwork provides them with a unique set of skills that makes them highly competitive when transitioning to the work force after graduating from the College.
“I have been really impressed with the passion and expertise of our staff, as well as the enthusiasm and quality of work from the students.
“I encourage anyone who has wondered what agricultural education is about to come to our Open Day- I am sure you will be amazed at what we have to offer.”
Visitors are welcome from 10am with farm tours being held regularly throughout the day.
The College Triple “C” Ram Sale will be conducted from 11am and a shearing competition from 12.30pm.
An impressive parade of modern machinery, used to educate students in all aspects of the College farming operation, will also take place.
The official opening which includes the announcement of 2019 student councillors and Design & Technology and Shearing awards, will take place at 2.15pm.
Morning tea and a delicious buffet luncheon, prepared by kitchen staff using College produce will be available.
For further details contact the College on 9635 2100.
