Ally Daley
Job: Interior Consultant
Industry/Sector: Building and Construction
From an early age, Ally wanted to work in Interior Design. We talk to Ally about her unconventional pathway to get to her dream job.
TasTAFE partnership helps migrants learn building and construction skills
TasTAFE recently partnered with Welcome Cultural Services to deliver the Job-ready for Building and Construction Program at Alanvale Campus in Launceston. Welcome Cultural Services is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities in northern Tasmania – including many new arrivals to Australia. The program’s most recent intake featured 18 participants – including migrants
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Dr Margo Adler
Job: Scientist
Industry/Sector: Science
People come to Tasmania for scientific reasons, even if they don’t use that word. They want to see an Aurora, or do the Overland Track and see all these incredible species. Those are all scientific reasons
Tom Windsor
Job: Mental Health Advocate
Industry/Sector: Health
Tom grew up just south of Hobart, in a family that loved the outdoors. He spent his childhood camping, fishing, surfing, boating, and bushwalking. “I definitely didn’t appreciate that it was different, how special that was,” he says now
Empowering youth and strengthening forestry
Arbre Forest Industries in Tasmania offers support and programs to help young people gain important skills for the forestry industry. These programs provide hands-on experience and recognised qualifications, preparing participants for future careers. By focusing on sustainable practices and new technologies, Arbre improves job prospects and supports the growth of the forestry sector. Young people
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Unearth an exciting career in Minerals and Energy
Industry/Sector: Minerals and Energy
As an industry to launch your career, Minerals and Energy ticks plenty of boxes. The sector is crucial for the state’s economy. It generates billions of dollars in export earnings. It also creates tens of thousands of jobs.
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You can build spectacular things in the Construction Industry, including a career
Industry/Sector: Construction
Everything about the Construction Industry is huge. There are huge multi-million-dollar projects happening all over Tasmania. There’s also a huge variety of jobs, plus the opportunity to earn huge money in lots of cases!
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Tasmanian Government launches Youth Jobs Strategy
The Tasmanian Government has introduced a new Youth Jobs Strategy designed to help young people in Tasmania successfully move from school to work or further education. This initiative was announced by the Premier in February 2023, and over the past 18 months, the government has gathered input from young people and experts to shape the strategy. The
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Unlock your potential with the Tasmania Academy of Leadership and Sport
Are you passionate about sports and dreaming of a career in the sports industry? The Tasmania Academy of Leadership and Sport is here to turn those dreams into reality! This groundbreaking program, launching in February 2025, offers students who have completed Year 12 or equivalent an incredible opportunity to gain hands-on experience and develop essential
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Students get hands-on to support unwell kids
TasTAFE has partnered with industry to deliver the NextGen Trade Training Program, building a cubby house for the Children’s Ward at the Royal Hobart Hospital. The 8-week project was guided by TasTAFE’s Martin Killick at the Master Builders Tasmania HQ in Hobart. “The overall aim is to give these participants the skills and confidence to
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