Registration opens:
August 24th, 2026

So you want to work in horticulture?

Career pathways series

Joining us for a panel discussion about all areas of working in the horticulture industry.

Are you interested in a career in Horticulture?

Find out what it’s really like to work in this field by joining us for a panel discussion with local experts from The Gordon TAFE, Geelong Botanical Gardens and Valley Road Nursery.

What to expect:

• This program will be facilitated by a library staff member with a maximum of 30 people in attendance.
• The event is aimed primarily at students in their final years of high school and are looking for information on a possible career in horticulture. However, it is also open to adults who may be interested in a career change. 
• This will be a panel discussion with five people who work or volunteer in the horticulture field.
• There will be set questions asked by the facilitator and the opportunity for the audience to ask questions.

Panellists include:

Tony Hughes – Horticulture, Natural Environment and Science at The Gordon TAFE

Sheree Parker - Supervisor at Geelong Botanical Gardens

Bruce McGinness – Geelong Botanical Garden volunteer

Brad Wilson – Owner of Valley Road Nursery

Lizzy Beck - Qualified Horticulturalist, Greenlife Buyer at Valley Road Nursery

Bookings:

• Bookings are recommended to save your place at the event.
• Please cancel your booking if you are no longer able to attend so we can contact our waitlist. Bookings close one day prior to the event.

Further information:

If you have any questions about this program or require assistance to book, please contact the library on the details below.

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