Auto & General growth provides Sunshine Coast job opportunities
Auto & General has unveiled plans to expand its Sunshine Coast operations – a move that is expected to provide a number of new jobs in Queensland.
21 December 2015
Queensland unemployment approaches lowest rate in 2 years
Unemployment has dipped to near two-year lows, according to the state government. In fact, organisations have created approximately 50,800 jobs in Queensland since February 2015, with 5,100 vacancies becoming available in November alone.
16 December 2015
Brisbane resources industry supports 170,000 jobs in Queensland
The Brisbane economy received approximately $7.8 billion in the 2014-15 financial year from the state’s resources sector. The industry also supported almost 170,000 jobs in Queensland.
11 December 2015
More jobs created in Queensland as confidence hits 3-year highs
The number of jobs in Queensland could be set to rise, after the state government revealed people are increasingly confident about the future.
11 December 2015
Apprentices and trainees to benefit from Training Ombudsman bill
Queensland’s apprentices and trainees are set to receive a boost, as the state government introduces a new bill that is designed to strengthen the vocational education and training (VET) sector.
3 December 2015
Next Big Ideas Workshop highlights Mackay future
Over the next 20 years, Mackay and its associated regions are expected to see high population growth. As a result of its flourishing economy, the coastal hub is becoming one of the go-to locations in Queensland, and the council is eager to build on this momentum.
30 November 2015
Aboriginal employment strategy – a step in the right direction
For a number of years, Aboriginal unemployment has been a focus for state and federal governments. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, those of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are more than 20 per cent less likely to be in employment compared to non-indigenous people.
27 November 2015
Cape York construction to lead to further construction jobs
As Cape York is one of the most remote locations on mainland Australia, it is important that the state government and local councils continue to support employment opportunities for the region’s growing Aboriginal population.
27 November 2015
Transport roadmap positive for employment future
Due to the significant size of Queensland’s roading network, transport infrastructure is always going to be a major topic for the state government, city councils and construction businesses. In fact, as population increases, this is an issue that will only grow in importance.
27 November 2015
Major LNG investment announced in Queensland
With Queensland one of Australia’s leaders in natural resources, the prospect of new projects and investment is never too far out of the question. In fact, a recent joint announcement between the state government and QGC could open the door to many Queensland apprenticeship opportunities over the coming years.
27 November 2015
