Championing the people who build our future.

National Skills Week is Australia’s week long annual event championing vocational education and training. Promoting job opportunities, diverse career pathways and life-changing stories that are at the heart of Australia’s future workforce.  Supported by federal and state governments and working with industry and training providers, the week connects stakeholders, celebrates success and inspires all Australian’s to explore the career possibilities that VET makes possible.

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Finding an apprentice that’s the right fit for your business can be a challenge. For over 40 years, our National Skills Week partner @hia_au has carefully matched businesses with skilled building and construction apprentices who are motivated and qualified to work. They handle everything from recruitment to paperwork and support, so you can focus on building your business. Find out more about hosting a HIA Apprentice: https://hia.com.au/business-support/become-an-hia-apprentice-host/why-host-an-hia-apprentice
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Careers in viticulture and wine is a purpose-built resource for students, teachers and schools, which explores the diverse range of education and vocational career pathway opportunities available in the viticulture and wine sector.  Careers in viticulture and wine provides a real-world connection from the vineyard and winery to Australia’s education curriculum. The immersive website includes national school curriculum-aligned teaching resources and a virtual tour tailored for primary and high school students. The activities connect key school subjects with areas of the sector’s production and operations. #wineaustralia @wineaustralia #careersinviticultureandwine #NationalSkillsWeek #ExploreAllTheOptions Go to: https://www.wineaustralia.com/careers-in-viticulture-and-wine
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Get ready for in-demand jobs with hands-on learning and access to on-campus industry partners @victoriauniversity #NationalSkillsWeek #ExploreAllTheOptions  Find out more: https://www.vu.edu.au/study-at-vu/tafe
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Many young people may not know exactly what they want to do career-wise from the get-go. In this vid, hear from @brick_block_careers CEO, Luke Radford talk about a key priority area: School-based Apprenticeships. This gives an opportunity to try the sector before making the commitment to becoming a full apprentice. #ExploreAllTheOptions this #NationalSkillsWeek #BrickAndBlockCareers
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🔧 Exploring your options can lead to big opportunities—just ask the apprentices at @komatsu_australia  Through their nationally recognised Apprentice Development System, apprentices don’t just gain technical skills—they build confidence, resilience, and a future in heavy industry.  This National Skills Week, we’re highlighting the power of hands-on training, structured support, and real-world experience—because exploring all the options is how great careers begin.  #NationalSkillsWeek #ExploreAllTheOptions #Apprenticeships #Komatsu #SkilledCareers #VET #FutureReady
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🚗 Wesley Dare-McCombe always loved cars — but it took time (and a few detours) to turn that passion into a career.  Wes tried real estate, gave uni a shot, worked in hospitality… but nothing felt quite right. Eventually, he returned to his lifelong passion: cars.  Wes started an apprenticeship as an Automotive Electrical Technician and found his fit.  Our National Skills Week partner, @Apprenticeshipsupportaustralia helped make it all possible — handling the apprenticeship admin, assisting with government incentives, and providing tools, resources and ongoing support to both Wes and his employer.  🛠️ Wesley’s story is what National Skills Week 2025 is all about:
Explore all the options — and don’t be afraid to change course until something clicks.  #NationalSkillsWeek #ExploreAllTheOptions #ApprenticeshipSupportAustralia #AutomotiveCareers #Apprenticeships #VET
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"VET can be the spark—not just the step.” 🎇  🎓 As a proud partner of National Skills Week 2025, UQ Skills is Reframing the Future of Pathways -- challenging the old idea that Vocational Education & Training (VET) is just a step toward university.  As UQ Skills Director, Dane Ivicevic puts it: "It’s important to reframe VET beyond pathways and credit transfer… because VET isn't just about where you go next, it's about who you become along the way."  From building confidence and aspiration to equipping learners with real-world skills, VET opens doors in many directions... not just toward further study, but toward identity, purpose and success.  #ExploreAllTheOptions #NationalSkillsWeek2025 #Partner #UQskills #Pathways #VETeducation
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🔧 Explore All the Options — Hear It From the Tradies Themselves.  This National Skills Week, we’re proud to showcase our partner @citb_sa “Tradie Tales” — a video series spotlighting real stories from real people who love their jobs. From plumbers to power line workers, each story shines a light on the passion, pride, and purpose found in a skilled trade & great reasons to "Trade up".  Thinking about your next career move? Watch these inspiring testimonials and see just how many different paths Vocational Education and Training (VET) can take you on. 💬👷‍♀️👷  🎥 Watch now: Link in Story Highlights.
#ExploreAllTheOptions #NationalSkillsWeek #TradieTales #TradeUp #CITB
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