08 Oct 2026
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary wins top training award
The Gold Coast’s Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary has won the Community Training Initiative of the Year award at the 2026 Queensland Training Awards, for a new program providing a successful pathway to employment for Queensland job seekers.
08 Oct 2026
Erin has the recipe for success
Loganlea State High School teacher Erin Pender’s commitment to education and hospitality has been the recipe for her success as Queensland’s 2026 VET Teacher of the Year.
08 Oct 2026
Helaine’s ‘soul-feeding’ career change
Helaine Wilesmith is making a bold career change from banking to environmental conservation to pursue something that in her words ‘feeds my soul’, and won a Queensland Training Award on the way.
08 Oct 2026
Conor’s second career is building a brighter future
At 24, the Gold Coast’s Conor Stevenson made one of his biggest decisions in life – he left behind a job as a baker to start again and build a career which has given him a more stable and fulfilling lifestyle in construction.
08 Oct 2026
Hairdressing more than a qualification for Krystal
For award winner Krystal Marie Lunny, completing her hairdressing apprenticeship represents much more than a framed qualification on her wall.
08 Oct 2026
Nicola's paving the way for women in trades
Townsville’s Nicola Todd has taken out the Harry Hauenschild Apprentice of the Year at the 2026 Queensland Training Awards, recognising her outstanding commitment to her trade and to leading the way for other young women in her field.
07 Oct 2026
Tahlia gears up for a successful career
Tahlia Mundraby-Holmes is gearing up for a successful career in the automotive and mobile plant industry by getting a jump on her trade with a school-based apprenticeship.
07 Oct 2026
Stirling leads the way for the next generation of rangers
Yarrabah’s Stirling Ludwick has turned his training journey into a pathway for the next generation of rangers, growing from a trainee ranger into a leader, mentor and promising trainer.
28 Aug 2026
Ronelle changes the system after experiencing both sides
For Ronelle Sheehan, her journey as an educator has come full circle. Based in Townsville, Ronelle has spent the past decade teaching at TAFE Queensland’s Pimlico campus, supporting students as they begin careers in healthcare.
28 Aug 2026
Annie’s career takes her from apprentice to advocate
For Sukanya (Annie) Craig, becoming a chef was an opportunity to pursue her passion but she’s also encouraging and supporting more women to enter the hospitality industry.
28 Aug 2026
Fashion ‘more than just an interest’ for Ella
Ella Taylor first realised fashion could be a career option for her through high school Home Economics classes, and her vocational education and training (VET) journey has cemented this for her.
28 Aug 2026
Base Services changes its community through VET
Toowoomba community based organisation Base Services, is changing its community through Vocational Education and Training (VET).
25 Aug 2026
Building careers through Skilling Queenslanders for Work
Skilling Queenslanders for Work participants transformed the Community Hall at Parkside Community and Services Club while completing a Certificate I in Construction.
25 Aug 2026
Driving opportunities for employment success
The Queensland Government’s Skilling Queenslanders for Work initiative is making the job search easier through a Strategix Training Group and MultiLink partnership.
25 Aug 2026
Serving up skills for a brighter future
The Queensland Government’s Skilling Queenslanders for Work initiative is making the job search easier through a Strategix Training Group and MultiLink partnership.
25 Aug 2026
Lachlan’s trade takes him across the globe
Lachlan Wright is preparing for WorldSkills Shanghai 2026, where he will represent Australia.
18 Aug 2026
VET helps Conor make a move to help his community
Conor Stevenson took a leap of faith at age 24, leaving his stable employment to pursue a new career he felt helped him reach his personal and community-based goals.
18 Aug 2026
Brendon is powering Queensland's future
An apprenticeship was the opportunity to turn curiosity into expertise and contribute to an industry that powers communities across Queensland.
18 Aug 2026
Tasman raising the profile of apprenticeships
Tasman Henry is an electrical apprentice preparing for the global stage, representing Australia as a Skillaroo at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026.
14 Aug 2026
From Gliders to Greece: Dylan’s life-changing pathway into aviation
Dylan Martin completed his Aircraft Maintenance Engineer apprenticeship with McDermott Aviation in Cooroy.
14 Aug 2026
Ethan energised for a future in Queensland's resources industry
For Ethan Clothier, vocational education is providing an opportunity to turn his passion for hands-on learning into a career in Queensland's resources industry.
14 Aug 2026
Hannah’s VET pathway into dentistry
Hannah Martin has completed a school-based Certificate III in Dental Assisting with Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service.
14 Aug 2026
Tiani is building a future in the trades
For Year 12 Pioneer State High School student Tiani Paranthoiene, vocational education has opened the door to a future she is passionate about.
14 Aug 2026
Cassius is building a healthier future for his community
For Cassius McLeod, a career in healthcare is about making a difference where it matters most.
31 Jul 2026
National Skills Week 2026 | 24-30 August 2026
National Skills Week 2026 celebrates the life-changing power of vocational education and training (VET) and the people whose skills are helping to shape Australia's future.
22 May 2026
The Real Burger Co.: A recipe for growth
The Real Burger Co. has built a loyal customer base for its quality burgers and friendly service.
15 Apr 2026
Australian Manufacturing Week | 12-14 May 2026
The Queensland Government is proud to support Australian Manufacturing Week, from 12 to 14 May 2026 at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. Register free today!
20 Jan 2026
Powering communities: Stephen’s apprenticeship journey
Apprenticeships power communities and support career changes by earning as you learn
20 Jan 2026
National Apprenticeship Week Australia 2026
National Apprenticeship Week 2026 is an observance dedicated to raising the profile of Australian apprenticeships and traineeships
12 Dec 2025
Queensland trainees and employers shine at national awards
Queensland has shone on the national stage at the 2025 Australian Training Awards in Darwin on 5 December 2025.
08 Sep 2025
Skilling Queenslanders for Work: Emerald Neighbourhood Centre
Empowering Emerald’s locals through skills and training.
28 Aug 2025
Fitting and turning to the future
28 Aug 2025
Cracking the code to cyber success
28 Aug 2025
Giving back to frontline care
19 Aug 2025
High voltage career goals
19 Aug 2025
From ranger to role model in Yarrabah
14 Aug 2025
Strength in culture, power in skills
14 Aug 2025
From school to scrubs: Engy’s healthcare dream
14 Aug 2025
Midlife career change
07 Aug 2025
National Skills Week 2025
National Skills Week 2025 is a celebration of the people, pathways and partnerships that power Queensland’s future.
08 Jul 2025
Queensland Training Awards construction finalists 2025
Queensland Training Awards 2024 finalists in construction are building futures through skills, mentoring, innovation, and a strong commitment to equity.
26 Jun 2025
Shaping the future of hospitality in North Queensland
The Ville Resort-Casino has launched its School-Based Traineeship Program with a Certificate III in Hospitality in partnership with CTA Training Specialists.
23 Jun 2025
Queensland’s trade talent ignites a bright future workforce
Queensland has firmly cemented its place as a national skills and training leader, with Team Queensland claiming an impressive 36 medals at the WorldSkills Australia 2025 National Championships and Skills Show.
20 Jun 2025
QTA nominees shine at WorldSkills Australia
Queensland Training Awards nominees show how WorldSkills builds skills, confidence and careers — shaping future leaders across trades, training and education.
18 Jun 2025
Skilling Queenslanders for Work: creating pathways in FNQ
Young people in FNQ are gaining skills, support and jobs through Skilling Queenslanders for Work projects delivered locally by VPG.
13 Jun 2025
Skilling Queenslanders for Work: 100,000+ participants and counting
From the paddock to a pay cheque, read how sugarcane training drives results in Tully.
06 Mar 2025
$3M funding supports Queenslanders to live, learn, and work in their communities
The Queensland Government has launched a new $3M Local Skills Solutions program that will help Queenslanders live, learn and work in their communities.
10 Dec 2024
Strengthening connections with the Fraser Coast Regional Jobs Committee
Jobs Fraser Coast tackles local workforce challenges through collaboration.
01 Nov 2024
Ursula Donnellan: From building champion to mentor
Far North Queensland’s Ursula Donnellan is a Master Builders Queensland Industry Champion and now a mentor for the Emerging Women in Construction program.
01 Nov 2024
Kristin's connecting women with careers in manufacturing
Mackay has a strong manufacturing heritage and when Kristin Dee was considering her career, she knew she wanted to be part of it.
01 Nov 2024
Claire's making it count through construction career
Claire's passion for construction and seeing more women succeed in the industry led her to become a mentor in the Queensland Government's new Women in Trades Mentoring Program.
28 Oct 2024
Aerodrome training for First Nations council staff takes off
Far North Queensland remote communities maintain connection through airport management training.
15 Oct 2024
Indigenous ranger program named Small Employer of the Year
Gunggandji-Mandingalbay Yidinji Peoples PBC won the 2024 Small Employer of the Year at the Queensland Training Awards.
15 Oct 2024
Palm Island call centre reaps rewards for training
Palm Island call centre reaps rewards for training and job creation, winning the Premier's Industry Collaboration Award at the 2024 Queensland Training Awards.
15 Oct 2024
First Nations Training Strategy supports women on a healing journey
A group of First Nations women is now equipped to share a healing journey with others, thanks to an Indigenous-led training and workforce project.
12 Aug 2024
Off to a flying start
High school student Kash Harrison-Douglas is off to a flying start in life as a trainee pilot in his hometown of Cloncurry.
09 Aug 2024
Gabrielle's found her drive
Working on pit lane at the Bathurst 1000 isn't every girl's dream, but it's the reality for Gabrielle Clift as part of the Triple Eight Race Engineering team.
15 Jan 2024
Finding her tribe
After initially thinking an automotive career wasn’t for her, Chelsea Bowers is now thriving thanks to being part of close-knit team.
15 Jan 2024
Making way for the next generation
With over 40 years in the automotive industry, John Edwards is a passionate advocate for providing the best possible training for his apprentices.
24 Nov 2023
Best People = Best Business, All Purpose Transport wins ATA
Hear from All Purpose Transport, Large Employer of the Year at the 2023 Australian Training Awards, and Queensland Training Awards' Medium Employer of the Year.
25 Oct 2023
Queensland's Clean Energy Workforce Roadmap
The Roadmap outlines a pathway for government, industry, workers and the community to work together to create the future energy workforce Queensland needs.
09 Sep 2023
Awards salute Queensland's top training talent
Toowoomba's Gabrielle Clift is the toast of the Queensland Training Awards being named our state’s Apprentice of the Year.
29 Jul 2023
$80 million program helps up to 15,000 job seekers
The first $40 million of an $80 million jobs creating initiative will soon start rolling out the door.
28 Jul 2023
Sunshine Coast shines in North Coast regional Queensland Training Awards
The North Coast region has named 11 winners in the 62nd Queensland Training Awards.
25 Jul 2023
$3m to help rural and remote councils boost local workforce
The Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) will receive $3 million funding over 3 years to deliver a new Rural and Remote Capacity Building Project.
23 Jul 2023
South East Queensland celebrates its regional winners in the Queensland Training Awards
The 11 winners from the Gold Coast, Logan, Redland and the Scenic Rim areas have been announced in the 62nd Queensland Training Awards.
15 Jul 2023
Darling Downs and South West regional Queensland Training Awards winners
The Darling Downs and South West region has named its 11 winners in the 62nd Queensland Training Awards.
08 Jul 2023
Tropical North Queensland celebrates its regional Queensland Training Awards winners in Cairns
Tropical North Queensland named 11 category winners in the 62nd Queensland Training Awards.
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