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Jobs in May that will make Mum’s day

Mum’s the word in May! If you’re looking for a new career, you might find some inspiration from our Mother’s Day careers. This month also plays host to Allergy Awareness Week run by Anaphylaxis Australia. Read how one mum is doing her bit to raise awareness of allergies. The end of May sees the start of Reconciliation Week so we’ve interviewed the presenter of Australia’s only national Indigenous arts and culture program. And finally, Career FAQS is celebrating the May launch of its new book Transport & Logistics. It’s an industry that will get your career moving, and it’s an industry with strong growth forecasts. Buy the book now to read the stories of people on some very interesting career paths in the industry. Read more.

Link to Renne's interview Midwife
As Mother’s Day (11 May) approaches, most of us are trawling the shops for the perfect gift for mum. Renee Heath, a midwife at Brisbane Royal Women’s Hospital, believes that the greatest gift a mother can receive is a new addition to the family.

Link to Kate's interview Founder and Director of careermums.com.au
Kate Sykes says many employers are unsure about how to help mothers re-enter the workplace. She created CareerMums – a national jobs board that provides support for pregnant women and mothers re-entering the workforce.

Link to Frank's interview Chrysanthemum Grower
Frank Blackwell grows chrysanthemums, the official flower of Mother’s Day. This year his plants will be displayed at the Western Australian Chrysanthemum Exhibition from 7–9 May at the Belmont Forum Shopping Centre near Perth.

Link to Donna's interview Managing Director of Star Allergy Alerts
Allergy Awareness Week is taking place from 11–17 May. Donna Rendell is among those who have dedicated their career to increasing public awareness about allergies. Read about Donna’s online, home-based business that started with her daughter, but aims to protect anaphylactic children worldwide.

Link to Daniel's interview Presenter/Producer
It’s national reconciliation week from 27 May – 3 June and we spoke to Daniel Browning about the radio program, Awaye!. Broadcast on Radio National, Awaye! is Australia’s only national Indigenous arts and culture program.

Link to Ken's interview General Manager and Director of Russell Transport
Career FAQs Transport & Logistics is being launched on 6 May at a special event organised by Queensland Transport at the Brisbane International Airport. Ken Russell has been in the industry for almost 11 years working for his family’s business, Russell Transport. His story is featured in the book and you can read an extract from his interview here.
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