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Manufacturing Skills Queensland names new CEO
Manufacturing Skills Queensland, an independent body driving the growth of the state’s manufacturing industry, has tapped Rebecca Andrews as its chief executive officer, effective 1 July 2023.
New TAFE Engineering and Trade Workshop to boost jobs in Queensland
The Queensland government has launched the Mount Isa Engineering and Trade Workshop to provide modern engineering facilities for students across civil engineering and technology fields.
Queensland backs local manufacturing in new State Budget
The Palaszczuk Labor Government is backing the local manufacturing industry in Queensland with massive investments in the sector included in the state’s latest 2023-24 Budget.
Queensland unveils new employer guide to address labour shortages
Minister for Multicultural Affairs Leanne Linard has revealed an updated manual for employers to address the critical skill shortages that the state's engineering industry is experiencing as a result of massive infrastructure investment and shifting labour market demographics.
Ampol and Yurika to install 34 EV fast chargers in Australia
Ampol has inked an agreement with Yurika to deploy 34 fast chargers across Australia, signalling a new level of public trust in adopting electric...
Kidston hydro project to deliver new jobs, clean energy in Qld
Minister for Employment and Small Business Di Farmer and Assistant Minister for Hydrogen Development Lance McCallum are taking a tour of the Genex Kidston Hydro Storage Project.
Queensland manufacturers among awardees of $2m grant to boost business growth
The Queensland government has announced nearly $2 million in grants for 41 local businesses to boost their growth initiatives.
Qld’s Manufacturing Skills Board to hold first-ever meeting
The new Board of Manufacturing Skills Queensland (MSQ) is slated to meet for the first time today.
‘Buy Queensland’ roadshow to visit Bundaberg today
A “Buy Queensland” business roadshow is slated to open in Bundaberg today, creating opportunities for more local businesses and establishing a wider buyer-supplier network.
Queensland breaks ground for Australia’s first Hydrogen Centre of Excellence
The Queensland government today opened Australia’s first Hydrogen Centre of Excellence to prep the future workforce for the state’s transition into becoming a global hydrogen superpower.
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