Are you eligible for the Living Away from Home Allowance?
If you’re in need of extra financial apprentice support, then you may want to find out if you are eligible for the Living Away from Home Allowance (LAFHA).
3 July 2013
Construction for $10 million Robelle Domain expansion to go ahead
There may be some opportunities for apprenticeships in Ipswich, with stage two of the Robelle Domain expansion set to proceed at a cost of $10 million.
3 July 2013
Five-year training sector plan for Queensland takes action
Those pursuing apprenticeships in Queensland and other training initiatives are set to benefit from the state government’s five-year action plan, Great Skills. Real Opportunities, which came into effect yesterday (July 1).
2 July 2013
Shortage of skills in engineering sector still evident
Almost two-thirds of employers (63 per cent) believe that skills shortages will affect the operation of their business or department, according to the 2013 Hays Salary Guide.
28 June 2013
Construction of Gold Coast tower gets green light
The Southport skyline is set to change with the construction of a 51-storey mixed-use apartment block given the go-ahead.
27 June 2013
Three things to keep in mind when applying for a job
Do you have pictures of last night’s party posted on your Facebook for everyone to see? How about your Twitter page – can anyone access your tweets?
27 June 2013
Australian Apprentice Ambassador appears on TV show ‘The Living Room’
From working as an Australian Apprentice to having a guest star role on Channel 10’s show “The Living Room,” Jessica Martin has come a long way since she completed her apprenticeship in the hospitality industry.
25 June 2013
Counting down to Australian Engineering Week – August 5-11
If you are interested in pursuing a career in engineering, and are looking for more guidance or apprentice support in this area, then you may want to head along to the events coming up in August for Australian Engineering Week!
24 June 2013
Master Builders Queensland detail six key reforms for building and construction industry
Master Builders Queensland aims to address the “major problems” facing the state’s building and construction industry, revealing six key reforms to help build confidence in these sectors.
24 June 2013
Over 260,000 Australians employed as a result of the investment in mining, oil and gas projects
The growth in Australia’s mining industry was recently highlighted by the Fairfax Employment Forecast (May 2013), which revealed that there has been a rise in the number of mining jobs over the last 12 months.
21 June 2013
