Between the 18-24 May, Australia is celebrating National Volunteer Week, and it’s all about recognising the legends who give their time, skills and energy to make communities stronger. From beach clean‑ups and mentoring programs to arts festivals and emergency support, volunteers are everywhere – and honestly, things wouldn’t work without them. But volunteering isn’t just […]
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This month marks a significant milestone for one of Hobart’s most community‑focused hospitality venues, with The Hamlet Café celebrating its 10‑year anniversary. Over the past decade, the café has become known not only for its food and coffee, but for its strong commitment to inclusive employment – particularly its support for people with barriers to
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VET graduate Jai Scoles completed a Certificate II in Engineering Pathways through TasTAFE in 2025 and has since secured an apprenticeship as a mechanical fitter with Incat, helping to build the company’s world‑renowned aluminium vessels for Tasmanian, interstate and international markets. Growing up in southern Tasmania, Jai always had a strong interest in hands‑on work.
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TasTAFE’s Certificate II in Plumbing continues to open doors for learners across Tasmania. Following strong demand in Hobart, the program expanded to Devonport – where recent graduate Tiannah Leonard secured an apprenticeship with Hadspen Plumbing & Gas after impressing during her work placement. Led by TasTAFE plumbing teacher Sam Willan, the Certificate II program gives
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The Takeover Storytelling Workshop gives young people a relaxed and supportive space to explore their own voice. The session helps participants understand how to share real‑life experiences in a safe and confident way. It also introduces simple tools that make storytelling easier, including how to build a strong personal narrative, how to show resilience through
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Tasmania’s hospitality scene is buzzing – from Hobart’s waterfront venues to regional cellar doors – and VET graduates are stepping confidently into the industry. Jack Smith is one of them. After completing his Certificate II and III in Hospitality at TasTAFE, Jack completed a two‑week placement at the MACq01 Story Bar. His professionalism and people
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The Mining and Manufacturing Career Awareness Program (MAMCAP) is a tailored initiative developed by the Tasmanian Minerals, Manufacturing and Energy Council (TMEC) to help students explore career opportunities across the Mining and Manufacturing sectors. Aligned with the Australian Secondary School Curriculum, the program includes an engaging presentation followed by a hands‑on activity showcasing the wide
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TasTAFE learner Chloe Bowen is taking huge strides in her cooking career, moving from a Australian School-based Apprenticeship (ASbA) into the TasTAFE kitchens, to cooking for charity organisations supporting Tasmanians in need. Chloe grew up around Brighton north of Hobart and went to school at Jordan River Learning Federation Senior School in Bridgewater. “I went all the
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In every Tasmanian town, suburb, and school, there are children who face challenges that can make growing up feel overwhelming. Some come from disadvantaged backgrounds, others feel disconnected from their communities, and many simply need someone to show up, listen, and believe in them. That’s where you come in. The power of showing up Being
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VET graduate Isabel Parsey finished her Certificate III in Tourism earlier this year, studying and now she’s working at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary near Richmond, and her career is taking flight. Isabel grew up in the small town of Murdunna on the Forestier Peninsula southeast of Hobart. Isabel changed schools a few times along the way – from Dunalley to Cambridge to
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