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The Department of Trade, Employment and Training is committed to ensuring Queenslanders have the training and skills they need to contribute to the economic and social development of Queensland. The department delivers world class education and training services for people at every stage of their personal and professional development. The department is also committed to ensuring our education and training systems are aligned with the state's employment, skills and economic priorities.

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At 24, Conor Stevenson made the decision to leave his career as a baker and start fresh in civil construction – it was a...
09/09/2026

At 24, Conor Stevenson made the decision to leave his career as a baker and start fresh in civil construction – it was a leap of faith, but one that paid off. 💪

After completing a Certificate III in Civil Construction with the City of Gold Coast, Conor has worked on impactful projects like cyclone recovery clean-up efforts, footpath upgrades and reservoir restorations. 🚧

Conor’s dedication and passion for his new career have not gone unnoticed - he now mentors incoming trainee cohorts and has become a compelling voice for career changers, showing that it’s never too late to pursue a meaningful path. 🌟

Conor is now a state finalist in the Trainee of the Year category at the 2026 Queensland Training Awards - congratulations! 💙👏

Meet all of our outstanding state finalists and secure your tickets for the 19 September awards ➡️ https://brnw.ch/21x5xKJ

08/09/2026

The 2026 Queensland Training Awards state final is almost here! ✨

Who will be named Apprentice of the Year? 🏅

Meet our outstanding finalists below and join in the celebration on 19 September!

🎟️ Get your tickets today ➡️ https://brnw.ch/21x5vVL

Applications are now open for Skilling Queenslanders for Work Round 2 funding. 📣👏The initiative supports community organ...
07/09/2026

Applications are now open for Skilling Queenslanders for Work Round 2 funding. 📣👏

The initiative supports community organisations to deliver local projects that help unemployed and underemployed Queenslanders build skills, gain qualifications and practical experience, and create pathways to employment.

It also helps employers connect with job-ready candidates and build the workforce they need. 🤝

If your organisation has a project that could build skills, confidence and connections to work, now is the time to explore what’s possible.💡

Find out more and apply today ➡️ https://brnw.ch/21x5udp

Can your organisation help support women in construction careers?👷🏽‍♀️Applications are now open for Construction Skills ...
04/09/2026

Can your organisation help support women in construction careers?👷🏽‍♀️

Applications are now open for Construction Skills Queensland - CSQ's Supporting Women in Construction Grants Program.

Applications close 25 September 2026. Learn more 🔽

CSQ is helping strengthen opportunities for women through the Supporting Women in Construction Grants Program!

Funding is available for industry-led projects that attract, support and retain women in construction careers across Queensland.

Eligible applicants include industry associations, not-for-profits organisations and for-profit organisations supporting women in construction. Applicants must have a Queensland base and have connections to the construction industry.

Have the perfect project? Find out more and submit your application at csq.org.au/women-in-construction

Meet Colleen Wallace. Colleen is a proud member of the Deaf community and a fluent Auslan user. Colleen brought unique p...
03/09/2026

Meet Colleen Wallace. Colleen is a proud member of the Deaf community and a fluent Auslan user.

Colleen brought unique perspective and initiative to her Certificate III in Business traineeship at Cairns Regional Council. 🤝

She actively broke down barriers and was a true advocate for accessibility, creating inclusive training programs for staff and fostering Deaf awareness.

Colleen's efforts are a powerful example of creating lasting change that extends far beyond her qualifications. 💙

Colleen is now a state finalist in the Equity Student of the Year category at the 2026 Queensland Training Awards - congratulations! 👏

Learn more about the outstanding state finalists and purchase your tickets for the 19 September State Final event. Go to ➡️https://brnw.ch/21x5oFT

Career Tasters are now underway, with TAFE Queensland and CQUniversity Australia delivering sessions across the state. 👏...
02/09/2026

Career Tasters are now underway, with TAFE Queensland and CQUniversity Australia delivering sessions across the state. 👏

These non-accredited experiences are designed to help students make more informed decisions about their future careers. Students try practical skills in different industries before committing to formal training or apprenticeships. 🌞

By connecting students, training providers, and industry, Career Tasters are building confidence in students and supporting Queensland’s future workforce needs.

Since launch, over 3,000 students have taken part in sessions across key industries such as construction, health, hospitality, community services and automotive. 🩺🏠🏗️💙🚘

Pictured is Ella Zarb, a participant in CQUniversity's Career Taster in Health and Support Practices.🌟

Find out more about Career Tasters available:
➡️ TAFE Queensland >> https://brnw.ch/21x5mZ6
➡️ CQ University >> https://brnw.ch/21x5mZ5

Career Tasters is a joint initiative of the Australian and Queensland Governments.

31/08/2026

QTA 2026 is on!

With seven regional award ceremonies now complete, the excitement is building for the 2026! 🎉🌟🌠

The state final is 19 September in Brisbane.
🌟 Get your tickets today! Go to > https://brnw.ch/QTAtickets

79 finalists, 13 award categories. Which individuals, organisations and businesses will be this year's winners? 🏅

Let's celebrate the best in training and skills.

The Queensland Government has mapped out its annual plan to deliver over $1.6 billion in skills funding. 🌞Delivering on ...
28/08/2026

The Queensland Government has mapped out its annual plan to deliver over $1.6 billion in skills funding. 🌞

Delivering on the Right Skills Strategy, the annual Training Priorities Plan will support:

➡️ free and low-cost training
➡️ Queenslanders to get their first qualification
➡️ completion of higher-level qualifications
➡️ training for apprenticeships and traineeships
➡️ incentives for employers to hire and train construction apprentices.

With the Queensland Government’s significant investment in training, now is the right time to develop your skills.

Discover what’s on offer: https://brnw.ch/21x5gMb

👉🏽 Learn more about the Training Priorities Plan: https://brnw.ch/21x5gMc

Meet Tasman Henry. Tasman is an electrical apprentice who’s raising the profile of trades across the state and beyond. 🚀...
28/08/2026

Meet Tasman Henry. Tasman is an electrical apprentice who’s raising the profile of trades across the state and beyond. 🚀

Beginning his apprenticeship at 16, Tasman never had any doubts about the benefits of a trade career, thanks to the example set by his electrician father.

Now, Tasman is getting ready to represent Australia as a Skillaroo at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 - the world's biggest international skills competition - from 22-27 September. 👏

Tasman is laser focused on learning as much as he can about his trade and hopes his example will show others the value of a trade career.

“A trade isn’t a second option to university. It’s an alternative that’s just as good. WorldSkills demonstrates that,” he said.

Tasman’s TAFE Queensland teacher, Steven Onn has also played a big part:

“He’s the one who encouraged me to enter. He’s had a huge impact on my mindset, and I definitely wouldn’t be in the 2026 Skillaroos without him.” 🤝

Read training success stories and explore training options ➡️ https://brnw.ch/21x5gz4

Dylan Martin’s passion for aviation began the first time he held the controls of a glider. ✈️🚁✨ That passion has taken h...
27/08/2026

Dylan Martin’s passion for aviation began the first time he held the controls of a glider. ✈️🚁✨

That passion has taken him on an incredible journey to becoming a Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer.

After completing a Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Mechanical) and securing an apprenticeship with McDermott Aviation, Dylan gained the experience needed to excel in his field. 💪

Dylan’s career has already seen him support aerial firefighting operations in Greece, Western Australia, Tasmania and New South Wales. 🌍

His exceptional academic performance earned him the Boeing Australia Sponsorship Award, and now he is a state finalist in the Apprentice of the Year category at the 2026 Queensland Training Awards – congratulations Dylan!

Read more ➡️ https://brnw.ch/21x5eHB

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