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Skills hub for modern agriculture. Education and training delivered by leading training providers. Looking for a career in WA's agricultural industry?

- We facilitate agricultural training in the heart of Northam, WA! Muresk Institute is dedicated to supporting the growth of a skilled rural workforce. Through our partners we offer a wide range of nationally accredited courses, as well as workshops and professional development, hand-picked from leading training providers and industry experts across the country. Muresk exhibits the latest technology and equipment to meet all of your training needs.

- Need a change of scenery for your next corporate function? Muresk is also a favourite destination for conferences, functions and accommodation. We accommodate groups small and large, from 8 to 150 people, including business, government and community groups – providing all your accommodation, catering and venue needs, in the beautiful surrounds of the Avon Valley.

24/08/2026

Tell us your stories! 🗣️

Muresk has been the home of agricultural training in Western Australia for almost a century. With a rich history rooted in the love of farming and community, we would love to hear about your experience at Muresk.

From the early days of traditional animal husbandry and basic mixed-farming techniques to modern day GPS guidance systems, variable-rate technology for inputs, and digital crop monitoring - we want to hear it all!

👉 Share your story by visiting https://qrco.de/bgylYV by 18 September 2026.

08/06/2026

Meet our resident short-haired Saint Bernard, Moo-Moo! 🐶

Born in Tasmania and now living in Northam, Moo-Moo enjoys keeping people company on drives and eating meatballs.

One of the perks of working at Muresk is having furry friends like Moo-Moo by your side. 🐕

28/05/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome the newest members of the Muresk family – our first Murdoch lambs of the year. 🐑

This marks an amazing milestone in our partnership with Murdoch University, working together to support hands-on veterinary learning.

30/03/2026

Last month, the Canola Allies project team gathered at Muresk Institute, a key location for agricultural training and industry collaboration, for a national meeting supported by the Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC).

The project focuses on understanding beneficial species in canola systems and identifying strategies to support their activity in cropping environments.

👉Learn more at https://bit.ly/4cXqX3J

Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development

Image credit: CSIRO

01/08/2025

☀️Another blissful day in the agricultural industry🐑

Dreaming of career in wool and sheep handling?

The Muresk Institute is available to teach you all the essential skills in wool handling through the Novice Shearer and Wool Handling course.

Step into your new career opportunity today!

Find out more here 👉 http://bit.ly/4mcRLOA

Australian Wool Innovation

16/07/2025

🐑Start a career in agriculture with the free Novice Shearer and Wool Handler Course.🐑
This five-day course run out of the Muresk Institute will teach you a range of skills to become a proficient wool handler or novice sheep sheerer.

Learn from industry experts, Kevin Gellatly and Amanda Davis, so you can shear up to 50 sheep a day to current industry standards.

🧑‍🌾The course is free to participants, courtesy of Australian Wool Innovation, so all you need to bring is a good attitude, physical strength a willingness to learn!

📢Please note that participants under 16 years of age will need an approved guardian on the course with them. Accommodation is available on site for the duration of the course.

📆Course runs from 04 to 08 August 2025.
Register your interest now! 👉https://bit.ly/4kjsQHI

22/05/2025

🐑Lambing season at Muresk! (The most adorable time of year)

🧶Our young models demonstrate the importance of wearing warm clothes in cool weather🧣

06/05/2025

Last week, Muresk was up early to balloon through the Avon Valley. Early bird locals experienced a magnificent view of the balloon launches as the sun slowly rose behind clouds. 🎈🌄

24/04/2025

Today, we remember and honour the brave men and women who have served our country with selflessness and courage during times of conflict and peacekeeping.

We will never forget their contributions and we pay tribute to those who have fallen, and express gratitude to those who continue to serve.

May we always remember their service and sacrifices.

Lest we forget.

26/03/2025

Our Director General Jodie Wallace and Executive Director Service Resource Management Elaine Paterson recently visited Muresk Institute to see how we’re preparing WA’s future farmers. 🚜🌾

During their visit they toured our stables, shearing shed, and Agriculture Machinery Training Centre, where our apprentices gain hands-on experience with industry-standard equipment.

Since 1926, Muresk Institute has been the heart of agricultural training in WA, helping to build a skilled and sustainable workforce.

Address

1 Muresk Road
Northam, WA
6401

Website

https://muresk.wa.gov.au/

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