The Gold Coast is making steps to ensure the protection and maintenance of its iconic beaches with a new strategy, developed through community consultation, setting a clear framework for the beaches now and into the future.
The third year of Australia’s National Skills Week was officially launched by federal Minister for Employment, Skills and Training Brendan O’Connor last week (August 13) with activities set to get underway.
The Townsville City Council’s Water and Waste Committee has backed a report recommending a multi-million dollar upgrade of the city’s aged infrastructure and water mains over the next 10 years.
Construction is set to begin on the $10.4 million safety improvements on Mooloolaba Road at Buderim hill, aimed at reducing the area’s high crash rate and improving driveability for motorists.
The best of Lockyer Valley’s businesses and employees will be recognised at this year’s Business, Training and Apprenticeship Awards, with nominations opening at the end of the month.
A brand new state-of-the-art aquatic centre is set to delight Lockyer Valley residents, with the regional council entering into negotiations with Douglas Construction and Engineering for the $11.9 million project.
Those who have completed traineeships or apprenticeships in Queensland can take on a challenge of a lifetime, travelling internationally, developing industry skills and meeting new people abroad on a scholarship from the Queensland Overseas Foundation (QOF).
If you’re approaching your final years of education, you’ve probably started giving some thought to what career you want to pursue.
If you’re one of the many people who have considered pursuing apprenticeships in Brisbane, then head on over to the Creative Kick-off launch at the Southbank Institute of Technology to assess your career options as part of National Skills Week (August 26-September 1).
The expansion and refurbishment of the Gladstone Pound estimated to cost $1.43 million has moved onto the next stage with Tomkins Commercial and Industrial Builders announced as the tenders for the project.
