Tag: skills
Report: Shortage of skilled workers poses major challenge to Australia’s energy transition
Australia's clean energy transition is facing a significant challenge due to critical skills shortages, according to a new report by the Institute for Sustainable Futures (ISF) at the University of Technology Sydney.
TAFE Manufacturing Centre of Excellence announced for Western Sydney
In a significant boost to the Australian manufacturing sector, the Albanese and Minns Labor Governments have jointly announced $53.95 million in funding to establish the TAFE NSW Advanced Manufacturing Centre of Excellence at the Wetherill Park campus in Western Sydney.
Hydrogen and Renewable Energy Training Facility and Advanced Manufacturing Skills Lab launched
TAFE Queensland announced the grand opening of its first-ever purpose-built hydrogen and electric vehicle training facility at the Townsville Trade Training Centre in Bohle.
Townsville TAFE opens advanced manufacturing and renewable energy training hub
North Queensland residents looking to benefit from the Queensland Government’s investments in clean energy, infrastructure, and housing can now refine their skills at a new, state-of-the-art training facility.
GSEM region crucial for future of Australian manufacturing, says skills minister
Federal Skills Minister Brendan O’Connor has highlighted the Greater South East Melbourne (GSEM) region as “key to A Future Made in Australia.”
Finalists announced for 2024 NT Training Awards
The brightest vocational education and training stars of the Northern Territory have been recognised with the announcement of the 2024 NT Training Award finalists.
Queensland government’s plan for skilled workers
Cairns and Far North Queensland are set to benefit from a new Queensland Government workforce plan, crafted to meet the demand for skilled workers in two pivotal growth sectors—aviation, and maritime and marine.
Defence Trailblazer launches $12M program to boost defence capabilities
Defence Trailblazer announced the launch of its new Accelerating Sovereign Industrial Capabilities (ASIC) grant funding program, aimed at supporting industry efforts to enhance capabilities aligned with Defence’s new sovereign industrial priorities.
National Battery Strategy ignites skills and sustainability boost – ATSE
The Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE) CEO Kylie Walker said the National Battery Strategy is "a step towards positioning Australia as a global leader battery production by 2035."
Engineers Australia hails Budget 2024 for embracing energy transition, skills dev’t
Engineers Australia CEO Romilly Madew has responded to the 2024 Federal Budget with cautious optimism, viewing it as a potential roadmap for a more intelligent and environmentally friendly Australia.
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“New Starts Here”: AGHA launches national platform for gift and homewares
Australia’s peak organisation for the gift and homewares sector, the Australian Gift & Homewares Association (AGHA), has revealed plans for a major expansion in 2026, introducing Gifted Melbourne 2026 to complement the long-established AGHA Sydney Gift Fair.
