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Attracting the next generation of the transport workforce

As many industries including transport cry out for waves of new workers, TAFE Queensland is doing its part to attract and train the next generation of the workforce by providing pre-apprenticeship training to high school students to drive them towards a trade future. Read More
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Why driver training is my most rewarding career

By Andy Hughes My grandfather was a fantastic role model, he taught me how to think, and he had a knack of cutting through the BS. He always said you should keep things simple. I’ve generally struggled with this principle, but I’ll give it a crack. Read More
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Go-getter crowned LRTAV’s Young Driver of the Year

The Livestock and Rural Transporters Association Victoria has awarded its Young Driver of the Year Award to Caleb Baldock from Mibus Transport.   Read More
Kayla WalshAugust 21, 2024, 3:55 pmAugust 27, 2024
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New training program provides fresh opportunities for long-term unemployed

To address the skilled worker shortage, Remondis Australia is thinking outside the box, launching a training program that provides opportunities for those who are long term unemployed. Read More
Staff WriterAugust 21, 2024, 12:40 pmAugust 21, 2024
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Young truckie on the right path to a fruitful career in transport

Though 20-year-old Clare Temby admits she grew up knowing absolutely nothing about trucks, her eagerness to learn has placed her in good stead for a long and fruitful career in the industry. Read More
Danielle GullaciAugust 20, 2024, 6:00 amAugust 23, 2024
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Young mechanic gears up to represent Australia on world stage

A promising young mechanic is gearing up to represent Australia at the WorldSkills International Championship in Lyon, France from September 10-15. Read More
Staff WriterAugust 19, 2024, 4:52 pmAugust 20, 2024
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72,000 new workers needed in coming decade

The Mining and Automotive Skills Alliance (AUSMASA) estimates that the mining and automotive industries nationally will grow by over 72,000 workers over the next decade. Read More
Staff WriterAugust 16, 2024, 2:46 pmAugust 16, 2024
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New mentoring scheme for female automotive apprentices

Female apprentices in the heavy vehicle industry across Queensland now have the opportunity to access tailored mentoring and support, as part of the Motor Trades Association of Queensland’s new Women in Automotive Apprenticeships Mentoring Program. Read More
Kayla WalshAugust 12, 2024, 12:53 pmAugust 12, 2024
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$7.5 million heavy vehicle training facility opens in Mackay

A $7.5 million upgrade to the Ooralea Trade Training Centre in Mackay sees the doors open to a new Heavy Automotive Training Facility.
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Staff WriterAugust 7, 2024, 4:29 pmAugust 7, 2024
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Isuzu technicians take part in Supercars experience

This year, 16 Isuzu technicians have been lucky enough to take part in Isuzu’s Supercars experience, which is part of a range of programs on offer to help attract and retain staff in the workshop. Read More
Staff WriterJuly 31, 2024, 3:39 pmJuly 31, 2024

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