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NEW SOUTH WALES STATE LAUNCH OF NATIONAL SKILLS WEEK PUTS VOCATIONAL EDUCATION ON THE AGENDA WITH PASSIONATE SPEECH FROM MINISTER BARILARO

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August 31st, 2016

The Hon John Barilaro MP New South Wales Minister for Regional Development, Skills and Small Business officially launched National Skills Week in New South Wales at a private cocktail function at Southern Cross Catholic Vocational College on August 29. The event celebrated the many benefits of Vocational Education and Training, and turned attention toward the...

A NIGHT OF CELEBRATION AND HANDS-ON FUN IN MELBOURNE FOR NATIONAL LAUNCH OF NATIONAL SKILLS WEEK

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August 26th, 2016

The National Launch of National Skills Week was held on August 24 with great success as Industry and public united to celebrate skills and trades. Launched by the Hon Karen Andrews MP, Assistant Minister for Vocational Education and Skills, with the Hon Steven Herbert MP, Victoria Minister for Training and Skills, International Education, and Corrections,...

AUSTRALIAN TRAINING AWARDS ALUMNI SHINE THE SPOTLIGHT ON VET AND NATIONAL SKILLS WEEK, AND ALL ARE AVAILABLE FOR INTERVIEWS

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August 26th, 2016

Australian Training Awards Alumni are integral to National Skills Week, an annual event that celebrates the skills and trades that make up a nation, and draws attention to the many benefits of Vocational Education and Training. Every one of them has an inspiring story to share, and they are all available for interviews and media...

NATIONAL SKILLS WEEK STATE LAUNCH IN NEW SOUTH WALES TO BRING TOGETHER INDUSTRY IN CELEBRATION OF SKILLS AND TRADES

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August 25th, 2016

Following the National Launch of National Skills Week on August 24 in Melbourne, further launches are set to continue all around the country with the next state launch happening on August 29 in New South Wales at Southern Cross Catholic Vocational College, Burwood. The Hon John Barilaro MP New South Wales Minister for Regional Development,...

2016 National Launch of National Skills Week

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August 24th, 2016

National Skills Week was launched on Wednesday 24 August at the Queen Victoria Markets in Melbourne by the Hon Karen Andrews MP, Assistant Minister for Vocational Education and Skills. This year’s National Skills Week aimed to challenge people to think about how much they really know about Vocational Education and Training, the progression opportunities, and...

SKILLS DEMONSTRATIONS TO TAKE OVER QUEEN VICTORIA MARKETS THIS WEEK FOR NATIONAL SKILLS WEEK CELEBRATIONS

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August 23rd, 2016

A number of Vocational Education and Training providers and Industry professionals will take part in the national launch of National Skills Week at Queen Victoria Night Markets on August 24, sharing their career journeys and showcasing a number of interactive skills displays. The stimulating event will kick off the weeklong celebrations running from August 29...

CELEBRITY COUNTDOWN A SURPRISE TO MANY TEN DAYS OUT FROM NATIONAL SKILLS WEEK

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August 21st, 2016

National Skills Week running from August 29 to September 4 is a time to celebrate Vocational Education and Training and reflect on the many success stories that have emanated from the sector, some of which may come as a surprise. A number of celebrities and high-profile Industry professionals have gained success from choosing a Vocational...

FORECAST TRAVEL BUG PUTS HOSPITALITY SECTOR ON THE HOTPLATE IN LEAD UP TO NATIONAL SKILLS WEEK

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August 18th, 2016

A new report predicts that Australia will experience a steep increase in foreign travellers entering the country, resulting in new growth opportunities in the hospitality and customer service sectors. National Skills Week puts Vocational Education and Training on the agenda, helping people better understand its benefits and the vital contribution it makes to the advancement...

AUSTRALIA’S AGRICULTURE INDUSTRY TO EXPERIENCE NEW GROWTH, A TREND TO BE OF FOCUS DURING NATIONAL SKILLS WEEK

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August 17th, 2016

A new report that studies Australia’s future opportunities for growth has revealed agri-business as a unique sector that will reach economic prosperity, if it can address areas of concern. Western Australia TAFE has made a move to appropriately skill new students in agriculture, as a shortage in trained professionals threatens to run the sector dry....

NEW REPORTS REVEAL THAT EMPLOYERS SEEK SKILLED STEM GRADUATES FROM VOCATIONAL EDUCATION, A RISING DEMAND TO BE OF FOCUS DURING NATIONAL SKILLS WEEK

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August 15th, 2016

From August 29th – September 4th National Skills Week will explore how Vocational Education fills jobs, and ensures that career opportunities are handed down to Australian students. New Industry and Government education reports raise the issue of skills shortages in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math due to a low number of trained professionals available in...

INDUSTRY LEADERS BELIEVE VET SHOULD BE MORE OF A FIRST CHOICE, A MOVEMENT SUPPORTED BY NATIONAL SKILLS WEEK

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August 12th, 2016

The Group of Eight, made up of eight of Australia’s highest ranked research universities, has backed Vocational Education and pointed out the need for more students to choose a vocational training pathway rather than feel pressured to enter university if it is not best suited to their aspirations and career goals. Public and Industry discussions...

GLASS BREAKING CONFERENCE LAUNCHES IN NEW SOUTH WALES TO HONOUR THE HISTORY OF TRADESWOMEN, A POSITIVE EVENT ONLY WEEKS OUT FROM NATIONAL SKILLS WEEK

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August 12th, 2016

In an effort to remember the history of women in the workforce and challenge existing mindsets of women in trades, the SALT Tradeswomen Australia Conference made a debut launch at Wollongong Town Hall, New South Wales, on August 11th and 12th. Launched by President of SALT Fi Shewring, the unique event aimed to attract more...

VET’S FLEXIBILITY ACCOMMODATES AUSTRALIANS FROM ALL WALKS OF LIFE, AN INITIATIVE SUPPORTED BY NATIONAL SKILLS WEEK

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August 11th, 2016

Over the past ten years Vocational Education and Training has emerged as an education avenue that prides itself on flexibility. The system’s ability to cater to individual lifestyles and accommodate people’s needs, such as what they want to study, where, and when, is a concept to be held in high respect during National Skills Week...

VOCATIONAL EDUCATION REVAMPS THE OLD AS AUTO INDUSTRY FACES QUESTIONABLE LONG TERM SURVIVAL, INSPIRING TRANSFORMATIONS TO BE CELEBRATED DURING NATIONAL SKILLS WEEK

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August 9th, 2016

A group of Vocational Training automotive students have demonstrated their professional skill sets with a makeover of former World Champion V8 superboat driver Slade Stanley’s boat. Successful projects and opportunities such as these have worked to highlight Vocational Education as an ideal pathway for those wanting to pursue a career in mechanics or engineering, professions...

NATIONAL SKILLS WEEK 2016

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August 7th, 2016

Building the profile of Vocational Education and Training, and empowering all Australians to connect their passions to a career outcome Every year National Skills Week recognises, celebrates and informs students and the wider public on the diverse careers available through Vocational Education and the many benefits that come with taking up Vocational Training. New World,...

VOCATIONAL EDUCATION PUTS AUSTRALIAN MADE FASHION A CUT ABOVE THE REST, HOME GROWN SUCCESSES TO BE CELEBRATED DURING NATIONAL SKILLS WEEK

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August 5th, 2016

The fashion and design Industry is constantly evolving, and in today’s competitive markets, trained professionals are required by Australian businesses if they are to reach global success. Vocational Education is rolling out some of the most skilled and innovative designers, and their recent triumphs in the Industry are to be commended during National Skills Week...

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