MSA launches online survey to tackle vocational trainer shortage in Australia’s manufacturing sector
Australia is facing a pressing challenge in its journey towards building a skilled and sustainable manufacturing workforce. With a growing shortage of vocational trainers, particularly Technical and Further Education (TAFE) teachers, the nation's ability to pass on essential vocational skills to the next generation is at risk.
Game-changing biotech company coming soon to Springfield
Biopharmaceuticals company Aegros will build a new $352 million manufacturing facility in Greater Springfield thanks to support from the Palaszczuk Government’s Invested in Queensland program.
NT’s advanced manufacturing fund to create more jobs over the next three years
The Advanced Manufacturing Ecosystem Fund (AMEF) is set to create up to 100 new manufacturing jobs and provide $35 million to the Northern Territory's economy over the next three years, paving the way for a burgeoning advanced manufacturing industry.
Victorian gov’t program to offer 100 manufacturing roles in southeast Melbourne
The Victorian government has entered a $2 million partnership with Chislom Institute aimed at helping disadvantaged jobseekers to get into careers in engineering and manufacturing in southeast Melbourne.
Tax incentives proposed for small businesses’ digital and tech programs
The Australian government issued draft legislation Monday to introduce two tax incentives that would allow small businesses to train and upskill employees and improve...
Tasmania eyes diversifying workforce in mining, minerals processing sector
The Tasmanian government has launched the Inclusion and Diversity Blueprint and Roadmap, which aims to attract more women and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to the mining and minerals processing sector.
New EV laboratory opens in Victoria to boost address job shortage
A new purpose-built electric vehicle laboratory (EV) opened in Victoria today to address the shortage of specially trained technicians in Australia.
Queensland invests $51.7M for skills development in 2024
The Queensland Government is ushering in the New Year with a transformative investment of $51.7 million, aiming to provide targeted and tailored training, along with employment pathways for up to 7,020 vulnerable job seekers across the state.
SA’s Fee Free TAFE boost enrolments by 65%
Enrolments for TAFE SA have seen a dramatic 65 per cent increase compared to two years ago following the launch of the South Australian government’s Fee Free TAFE effort.
NT’s defence industry set to generate 7,600 job opportunities, says economic report
New independent economic analysis has revealed that the Northern Territory's thriving defence industry is poised to significantly contribute to the region's economy, generating over 7,600 local job opportunities in the next four years.
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