The 5 industries for careers right now
If you have recently or are going to leave school this year, or are simply looking for a change in career, you may be wondering what industry can offer you the most stable and sustainable job options.
What the budget means for Queensland mining
While overall spending on mining, manufacturing and construction is forecast to decrease $3.139 billion last year, to $2.74 billion in the next financial year, Mining Australia suggests the news is primarily positive. The decline in spending has principally been attributed to the government’s decision to reduce the research and development tax incentive and refundable tax offset by 1.5 per cent to 43.5 per cent on July 1 this year.
Is now the right time to hire an apprentice?
The federal budget has attracted a wide range of responses from various sectors and industries, yet one thing everyone seems to agree on is the benefits the budget is expected to bring to small to medium enterprises (SME) in Australia.
Positive news for infrastructure in Federal Budget
In particular, the federal government has confirmed plans to invest in a number of key transport infrastructure projects across the state.
Budget Update – May 14, 2014
Tradies given access to HECS- style loans up to $20,000
To support Australian Apprenticeship Skills shortage areas, the Government will establish Trade Support Loans.
BUSY At Work becomes a Job Services Australia provider
One of Queensland’s leading specialists in apprenticeships and traineeships, BUSY At Work have announced that they will deliver the Job Services Australia program from May 12, 2014. BUSY At Work will now deliver the services previously supplied by Anglicare Southern Queensland’s Jobcare on the Gold Coast and in Brisbane in partnership with Job Futures.
Ground broken on Queensland road infrastructure
In particular, the $21 million Toowoomba transport corridor which officially broke ground this month, with workers starting work on May 9.
Queensland construction benefits from red tape reduction
Queensland’s construction industry is expected to experience a significant boost in efficiency and productivity thanks to the introduction of new water supply legislation.
Creative trades clean up in Queensland scholarships
Four young Queenslanders, including a fashion designer, cook, baker and construction worker, were awarded prestigious trade scholarships recently by the Governor of Queensland, Her Excellency Ms Penelope Wensley, AC, at a ceremony at Parliament House.
Preparing for the next age in mining
As the technology and demands transform, the workforce is often expected to evolve accordingly. This can include acquiring new skills, growing and contracting to suit activity levels and transferring between related departments to meet labour needs.
