Skills for Life

Skills for Life

Welcome to the first issue of Skills For Life where we will regularly share information with you on the Department’s program for building a highly-qualified skilled workforce. If you’re interested in finding out about getting a qualification and building your skills, go to www.skills.gov.au or free call 13 31 96.

Prime Minister Julia Gillard and Member for Franklin Julie Collins meet electrical apprentices at the Skills Institute in Hobart

Issue 2 – Hutchinson Builders, Queensland

Celebrating 100 years with a win at the Australian Training Awards
For Hutchinson Builders, just being considered for the title of the Australian Training Awards 2011 Employer of the Year was a big win. But as Training Manager Alan Waldron says, to win the award is a boost to the whole company.

Prime Minister Julia Gillard and Member for Franklin Julie Collins meet electrical apprentices at the Skills Institute in Hobart

Issue 1 - Jason Bryan, making the most of his skills

2010 Australian Apprentice of the Year
Since winning the 2010 Australian Apprentice of the Year award last year, Jason Bryan’s feet haven’t hit the ground as he strives to give something back to the training industry.