
Sunshine Coast names Lachlan Kenman 2013 Apprentice of the Year
Gympie apprentice Lachlan Kenman says he’s “rapt” with being named apprentice of the year at the Sunshine Coast Master Builders Housing & Constructions Awards.

Gympie apprentice Lachlan Kenman says he’s “rapt” with being named apprentice of the year at the Sunshine Coast Master Builders Housing & Constructions Awards.

Have you considered taking on board an apprentice in your workplace? Australia is currently experiencing a number of skill shortages that need addressing to ensure a balanced workforce, well-equipped to serve the population.

Whether you’re a high school student seeking more information on apprenticeships in Toowoomba or a mature-aged worker that wants to take on board a new set of skills, the Toowoomba Chronicles Careers Expo can help you get the information you need.

The Newman government’s Resources Cabinet Committee announced changes last week (July 17) that will streamline the environmental impact statement (EIS) and social impact assessment (SIA) processes.

Locals interested in pursuing jobs, apprenticeships or traineeships in Queensland made their way to the 11th annual Sunshine Coast Daily Careers Expo last week (July 18).

The people of Lockyer Valley will soon be able to make use of an improved cultural centre, with the Queensland government putting $200,000 toward the refurbishment of the Laidley Cultural Centre.

Seven water supply schemes will be upgraded in a jointly funded council and state government project aimed at improving the reliability of the region’s rural water supply.

Plans for Toowoomba’s new city library were unveiled by the regional council on July 16, revealing the location of the library and civic square.

If you’re currently on the lookout for apprenticeships in Gladstone, you may want to turn your attention to the alumina refinery located 10km north-west of the city, Rio Tinto Alcan Yarwun (RTAY).

The country’s largest and most significant cattle industry event, Beef Australia, will receive $2.5 million in funding for its next expo in 2015.