Tag: training
Weld Australia expands South Australian welder training through new Adelaide facility
Weld Australia has partnered with the Australian Academy of Welding Technology (AAWT) to use the new Adelaide facility as its primary training centre in South Australia, as demand for skilled welders grows alongside major defence and infrastructure projects.
NSW backs Central-West Orana apprentices with $1.5M renewable energy training program
The NSW Government has committed $1.5 million to support apprentices and trainees in the Central-West Orana region as renewable energy projects create new construction and operational jobs.
Tasmania launches immersive Skills Lab to boost job-ready manufacturing training
TasTAFE has officially opened an immersive Skills Lab, offering learners virtual and augmented reality training to develop practical skills before entering a worksite, the Tasmanian Government announced.
New apprentice and trainee data released, reveals decline in numbers
Data released by the National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER) has indicated a decline in the total number of apprentices and trainees in-training by the end of March 2024, with noticeable differences emerging between trade and non-trade occupations.
Victoria’s manufacturing sector thrives with gov’t-backed job training programs
Victoria's manufacturing sector is seeing a significant increase in job opportunities, driven by a state government initiative designed to tackle workforce shortages and open new career avenues for Victorians.
Tasmania invests big in skills and training with $285M agreement
The Tasmanian Government has officially joined the recently established National Skills Agreement (NSA), unlocking access to nearly $285 million in Commonwealth funding to support initiatives in the region.
SA boosts training and skills in new $10M investment
The South Australian Government has committed $10 million to support high-quality training delivery in a significant move to address skills shortages and enhance the training sector.
Federal Gov’t backs safe AI adoption of Australian businesses
The Australian government has launched a new program that would help Australian businesses integrate artificial intelligence safely into their work practices.
Weld Australia’s MEM Training Packaging Resources suite wins Endeavour Award
Weld Australia has clinched the Excellence and Manufacturing Skills Development Award at the 2023 Endeavour Awards for its MEM Training Packaging Resources.
New roadmap released to bolster South Australia’s defence industry workforce
The Commonwealth and South Australian governments have launched a roadmap detailing a strategy that will support the delivery of some of the nation’s most complex defence projects, including manufacturing nuclear-powered submarines and continuous naval shipbuilding.
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