Emerald’s Kestrel Mine given 20-year life extension
Mining apprenticeships in Emerald are on encouraging and stable ground with the official opening of a 20-year extension to Rio Tinto Coal Australia’s Kestrel Mine.
18 October 2013
Toowoomba region “open for business”
There’s good news for those seeking apprenticeships in Toowoomba as Regional Council Mayor Paul Antonio announced Toowoomba is officially “open for business.”
11 October 2013
Queensland Plan to triple the value of resource production
Queensland’s resources sector is expected to triple in value and reach $100 billion by 2040, according to the Queensland Plan, a 30-year vision for Queensland.
10 October 2013
Understanding and Preventing Workforce Vulnerabilities in Midlife and Beyond: A Study
Researchers from the University of Melbourne and the Brotherhood of St Laurence are looking for people to take part in a study on Understanding and preventing workforce vulnerabilities in midlife and beyond. The study is examining the relationship between people’s age, work, and the rest of their lives, focusing in particular on:
9 October 2013
Manufacturing sector grows for first time in two years
The Australian Industry Group’s (AIG) Performance of Manufacturing Index (PMI) has risen above 50 for the first time since June 2011, indicating the manufacturing sector is in a state of expansion.
2 October 2013
Government supports Arrow Energy’s LNG plant
Arrow Energy’s $15 billion Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) plant is now one step closer to being approved after its Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) received support from Queensland Coordinator-General Barry Boe.
25 September 2013
Jenn Finds Employment Through R U BUSY? Program
Jenn started the 3rd R U BUSY? course filled with self-doubt and worry. Jenn was studying a medical reception course so she could apply for medical reception positions. Determined to gain employment, Jenn went for several interviews whilst on the R U BUSY? program. Half way through the course Jenn applied for a reception position and got asked to come in for an interview. A few days later, Jenn received the good news that she was chosen for the job. Jenn started full time employment whilst completing her units needed for her Certificate II in Self Awareness and Development. Jenn is excited to have found steady employment and believes that the R U BUSY? program played an important part in helping her realise her potential.
23 September 2013
Queensland’s coal industry unharmed by global downturn
With a diverse resources sector, Central Queensland has successfully stayed in front of the coal industries economic downturn, confirming its position as a hub for global minerals and energy exports.
18 September 2013
A New Start for Margaret
Margaret is a courageous young woman who took part in the second round of the R U BUSY? pre-employment and training program for 2013 and was determined to get employment as soon as she could. Margaret faced many personal challenges whilst on the course and being homeless and living in crisis accommodation was one of them.
7 August 2013
Business admin trainee Rachel makes ‘quick progress’ with My Community Directory
Apprenticeships and traineeships are fantastic pathways to help develop the necessary skills and experience needed for future careers.
27 June 2013
