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WorldSkills Champions Forum
While this year’s national competitors are hoping to secure their place in WorldSkills Australia’s family of champions, 2013 Skillaroo Jessica Martin will be flying to Niagara, Canada, to participate in the 2016 WorldSkills Champions Forum. Jessica will join other WorldSkills…
Young jewellers wow at the International Jewellery Fair
It was Sydney’s turn to be wowed by this year’s national competitors, this time at the International Jewellery Fair. Tyrus Shay and Nicolai Tharaap Proesser demonstrated their jewellery-making skills in front of thousands of visitors and exhibitors from 27-29 August…
National Skills Week 2016: That’s a wrap!
The sixth annual National Skills Week was officially launched on 24 August during large public celebration held Melbourne’s iconic Queen Victoria Market. The event was held during the annual night market, where visitors had the opportunity to discover trade and…
In Memoriam: Peter van den Berg
We would like to reach out to a member of the WorldSkills family who have sadly lost a treasured friend and colleague yesterday. Peter van den Berg was the Operational Director and Technical Delegate of WorldSkills Netherlands. If Peter was…
Young “Skills Olympians” chasing glory at National Trade Comp
As the Rio 2016 Olympians wrap up their celebrations, Australia’s top apprentices, trainees and students are preparing to go for gold at Australia’s largest trades and skills competition in just a few short weeks. These talented young people will join…
National Skills Week 2016
From 29 August to 4 September, Australians will once again ban together to recognise the value of vocational education and training during National Skills Week. National Skills Week is an initiative first launched by SkillsOne in 2011 designed to “…bring…
Tasmania continues to impress
This year’s national competitors and experts aren’t waiting the 58 more days until the 2016 WorldSkills Australia National Competition, Melbourne to make waves. It’s Tasmania’s turn to impress as three of the state’s top talent are named finalists for the…
In Memoriam: John Hardy
It is with great sadness that we advise that WorldSkills Australia has lost another cherished member of our family. John “Johnny” Hardy passed away on Monday morning at the age of 71. Everyone that knew John described him as a…
WorldSkills challenges you to keep the momentum going past WYSD
The world united earlier this month to promote youth skills development by celebrating World Youth Skills Day (WYSD), the second year of celebrations since the United Nations declared 15 July each year to be dedicated to this important cause. 3…
Untapped opportunities: It’s time to dispel the myths behind specialised trades
WorldSkills Australia’s dedicated training providers and students are banning together to bring unique trades to the 2016 WorldSkills Australia National Competition, Melbourne from 6-8 October. “Visual merchandising suits about 10 possible careers: Retail chains to department stores, and even banks…
Calling all 2011, 2013 and 2015 Skillaroos!
WorldSkills Australia is seeking Skillaroos from 2011, 2013 and 2015 to represent Australia at the 2016 WorldSkills Champions Forum (WSCF) in Canada this October. Held at Niagara Falls from 2-6 October and held in conjunction with the 2016 General Assembly,…
WorldSkills Australia competitors named as regional finalists for the Queensland Training Awards
Queensland tradies continue to impress as four WorldSkills Australia competitors are named as regional finalists for the 2016 Queensland Training Awards. Amongst the talented young people up for the Harry Hauenschild Apprentice of the Year award are 2014 National gold…
Brett Judd announced as new CEO of WorldSkills Australia
The Board of Directors of WorldSkills Australia today announced the appointment of Brett Judd as the new Chief Executive Officer of WorldSkills Australia. “We are delighted to welcome Brett Judd to WorldSkills Australia,” says Chair Brian Wexham. “Brett brings a…
In Memoriam: John Kuilart
It is with deep sadness that we advise that WorldSkills Australia trainer/mentor for Refrigeration, John Kuilart passed away late last week at the age of 62. Those of you that knew him would know how passionate John was in his…
Competitor Spotlight: Mitchell Cummins
Apprentice metal fabricator and WorldSkills Australia competitor Mitchell Cummins is an ideal example of how a little bit of support goes a long way to revealing a young person’s potential. Despite a long-held interest in working with metal, the outgoing…
WorldSkills Australia florists make ‘gloriosa’ showing at Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show
The 2016 Melbourne International Flower & Garden (MIFG) Show was a busy event for some of WorldSkills Australia’s resident florists. National competitors Chevonne Nicholas and Elizabeth Lilburn presented on stage with fellow student Ellie Feery and their training provider, Marjorie…
VET FEE-HELP scheme: Can it be fixed?
Senator the Hon Scott Ryan, Minister for Vocational Education and Skills has commenced a series of national consultations to discuss recommended reform of the VET FEE-HELP scheme to be established in 2017. In a media release published 4 April[1], Senator…
International Women’s Day
Year after year, we have the pleasure of working with amazing apprentices, trainees, students, experts and mentors from over 50 trades and skills. Seven extraordinary young women defined talent and created history at the 43rd WorldSkills Competition in São Paulo,…
Competitor Spotlight: Melinda Lethbridge
If drive and determination are indicators of success, then apprentice CNC machine setter / programmer Melinda Lethbridge is a force to be reckoned with. Hailing from Croydon, the 23 year old fitness buff has her father to thank for her…
Young jewellery competitor shines at Australian Jewellery Fair demonstration
Visitors of the Australian Jewellery Fair enjoyed a special presentation as regional gold medallist Chloe Biddiscombe wowed the crowds with a live demonstration of her skills. Chloe’s demonstration at the fair was part of her training in the lead up…