WA boosts electrical training at regional TAFEs
07 September, 2026As part of its Made in WA plan, the WA Govt is expanding training opportunities at South Regional TAFE campuses via a $1.15m investment.
Why Australia's fire safety future needs more women
24 August, 2026 by Cathy Brand, Chief Executive Officer, Brooks AustraliaOne of the biggest challenges facing the industry isn't technological: it's human.
"Small, practical actions" needed to retain apprentices
05 August, 2026A new report has captured the experiences of more than 12,000 current and former apprentices and trainees across Australia.
Fortescue opens electrical skills training centre
06 July, 2026The Power Up Training Centre in Perth is intended to build the electrical workforce needed to electrify the mining giant’s Pilbara operations.
Women step up to power new aerotropolis
29 June, 2026With a demonstrated commitment to equal opportunity, Endeavour Energy is recruiting its 2027 apprentice cohort — applications close 3 July 2026.
Applications open for Qld electrical apprenticeships
22 June, 2026125 spots are available in the government's training program for 2027, with 60% to be based in rural or remote locations.
Vic applauded for electrical apprenticeship initiative
03 June, 2026Over the next four years, the SEC Apprenticeship Academy will offer 2000 electrical trade apprenticeships.
Hands-on skills are critical to energy industry: report
25 May, 2026Australian productivity will suffer without investment in skilled energy workers, according to Powering Skills Organisation.
Schneider Electric launches electrical training roadshow
20 April, 2026The company is bringing its 'On the Go Learning Centre' to more than 80 locations across Australia.
Essential Energy opens applications for 2027 Graduate Program
13 April, 202622 positions are available for graduates looking to build careers in regional, rural and remote parts of NSW, as well as southern Queensland.
Taking energy training to the regions
08 April, 2026Essential Energy is partnering with the NSW Government to bring practical work experience to students across regional communities.
$39.5m boost for electrical training in Qld
24 February, 2026As part of its Energy Roadmap, the Queensland Government has launched an open-air overhead network training yard at Rocklea.
Funding available for battery tech training
04 February, 2026The Australian and Queensland Governments are providing $2.4 million in Applied Research Grants to build Qld's future workforce in critical industries.
Qld Govt announces electrotechnology training centre
15 December, 2025The Electrotechnology Centre at TAFE Queensland's Alexandra Hills Campus is being set up to train the next generation of electricians and energy specialists.
Can Australia bridge its renewable skills gap?
03 December, 2025New research has revealed critical gaps in Australia's Vocational Education and Training (VET) system.
