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Government’s commitment to the VET Sector is a welcome signal

The Housing Industry Association (HIA) has supported the Federal Government’s on-going focus on Australia’s Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector, which sits at the foreground of developing Australia’s future skilled workforce.

Oct 24, 2019

Scott Cam leads uptake of more skilled trade jobs

Scott Cam will inspire the next generation of tradespeople in his new role as Australia’s first National Careers Ambassador, helping young Australians take advantage of surging demand for skilled workers.

Oct 18, 2019

HIA welcomes focus on Australia’s VET sector

The Housing Industry Association (HIA) welcomes the Federal Government’s focus on improving and reforming Australia’s Vocational Education and Training sector.

Oct 2, 2019

Incentives to take on more apprentices a boost for builders

“The start of new incentives from 1 July 2019 for builders to take on apprentices and for people to start on a career in building and construction will be a boost for our industry, small business and the economy,” Denita Wawn, CEO of Master Builders…

Jul 17, 2019

Builders back new $60m for apprentice wage subsidy

The $60 million expansion of the Apprentice Wage Subsidy for rural and regional Australia announced by the Prime Minister is strongly supported by Master Builders Australia.

May 1, 2019

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Apprenticeship focus in Labor training plan welcome

“Ai Group welcomes the ALP’s Plan for Skills, TAFE and Apprentices. This plan squarely focusses on strengthening the skills and training system, with a special emphasis on apprenticeships,” Ai Group Chief Executive, Innes Willox, said.

Apr 11, 2019

Apprentice wage subsidy a boost for jobs in regional Australia

Small building businesses in rural and regional communities around the country will take on more apprentices as a result of new apprentice wage subsidies announced by the Federal Government.

Nov 2, 2018

Skills shortages ease with building conditions

“The HIA Trades Availability Index indicates that demand for construction trades eased during the September 2018 quarter, but they remain in short supply,” said Geordan Murray, Acting Principal Economist.

Nov 2, 2018

Helping students ripped off by dodgy training providers

The Minister for Small & Family Businesses, Skills & Vocational Education, Senator Hon Michaelia Cash announced the Federal Government is helping students ripped off by dodgy training providers. She made the announcement at Master Builders ACT Group Training citing it as an example of an…

Sep 21, 2018

Funding boost for construction training at TAFE

More students will get the skills and experience they need to get a job thanks to a funding boost from the Victorian Government for construction training in Melbourne’s north-east.

Aug 15, 2018

Support for trade skills & small business good for residential construction

“The NSW Government is to be commended on funding 100,000 fee-free apprenticeships over the next four years,” said HIA Executive Director NSW, David Bare.

Jun 22, 2018

Construction businesses support NSW Government apprenticeship scheme

The Australian Constructors Association (ACA), the body that represents the country’s largest construction and infrastructure businesses, welcomed the announcement by the NSW Government of the introduction of a new apprenticeship scheme to boost the number of apprentices in the State.

Jun 19, 2018