South West Career Expo
Join us for the 20th anniversary in 2027
The South West Career Expo turns 20 in 2027. Follow along on Instagram and Facebook for the date and exhibitor announcements.
Your future. Your career. Your choice.
A free event connecting students, job seekers and the wider community with local industries, education pathways and employment opportunities across the South West. Questions? Call 08 9721 0000 or email Kiara.White@cewa.edu.au.
2026 South West Career Expo
Hosted at the College on 6 May, the 2026 Expo drew students from 25 local high schools, job seekers and community members — and 71 exhibiting organisations, the most in the event’s 19-year history.
With the expanded exhibitor list, the Expo ran across both the La Valla Sports Centre and the connecting oval. Outdoor displays were a highlight: visitors explored the 14-tonne Army Reserve Bushmaster Protected Mobility Vehicle, tried on WA Police riot gear, spoke with WesTrac heavy-diesel mechanics, operated the Qube crane simulator, sat in the Qube prime mover, tried jockey training on a horse-riding simulator and used fire hoses with the Bunbury Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade.
Event sponsor Retravision again offered a 55” TCL television as a door prize, won by Year 10 student Taylor Jones, who has set his sights on a Carpentry Apprenticeship after speaking with presenters at Get Careers.
VET and Careers Coordinator Michael Downes reported a significant increase in community attendance, and the sensory-friendly session — a low-stimulation environment for sensory-sensitive visitors — has become an essential part of the event.
South West Career Expo 2026
