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The Leak Detector
SkillsOne chats to Travis Rudowski, the director of Aquasearch, a leak detection company. He takes us on the job to show us just what's involved in his work, and how they find water leaks without damaging property.
Monday October 6, 2008 |
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Cocktatoo Carpenter
Carpenter, Don Evenden restores heritage buildings on Cockatoo Island, the site of Australia's trade history. He shares what's involved in being a carpenter on a heritage listed island and the changes he's made to the buildings.
Monday October 6, 2008 |
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The Clever Builder
Here we meet a construction professional who has turned his passion for the hospitality and entertainment industries into a lucrative little business.
Monday October 6, 2008 |
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Star Rating Scheme: Gippsland Group Training
Gippsland Group Training - Apprenticeships Victoria were recently awarded a 3 Gold star rating in Carpentry and Plumbing by the Institute for Trade Skills Excellence.
Friday September 26, 2008 |
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Manufacturing motor homes
A plethora of trades go into manufacturing 100% Aussie motor homes and campers.
Monday September 22, 2008 |
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Amazing Mosaics
The art of tiling and mosaics requires a lot of skill and creativity. Meet Nathan who tells us about his artistic career...
Monday September 8, 2008 |
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Australian Antarctic Division
SkillsOne ventures down to the Australian Antartic Division in Hobart, talking to the tradies who travel to the coldest continent on the planet for work - Antarctica. Just what does it take to survive from the driest continent, to the coldest?
Monday September 1, 2008 |
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Try-A-Trade Roadshow
Here we look at the Try-A-Trade exhibition, which aims to give students hands on experience at as many different trades as possible.
Monday September 1, 2008 |
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Introduction to Horticulture: Jobs for Life
Considered horticulture? It's a job for life! Peter Clack from the Agri-Food Industry Skills Council introduces the SkillsOne series on the diverse career opportunities with the horticulture industry.
Wednesday July 30, 2008 |
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Bricklaying at Nirimba TAFE
SkillsOne heads to Nirimba TAFE to learn about their bricklaying course. We chat to Rudi Meuwissen, the Head Teacher in Building Finishes, to find out just whats involved in the course, and chat to students in the course.
Friday July 25, 2008 |
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Building & Construction at Wagga TAFE
Interested in a trade in Construction� Skillsone visited the Wagga Wagga campus of Riverina Institute of TAFE. It's been awarded a two gold star rating in the ITSE Star Rating Scheme, which awards the best training facilities in Australia with recognition they deserve.
Friday July 25, 2008 |
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A Chippy with the Best Manors
Meet Cameron Benson, he went from finishing his apprenticeship to site supervisor in 6 months!
Wednesday July 23, 2008 |
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Interview with Andrew McAndrew
Meet Andrew McAndrew - a bloke who's proud of his many skills!
Tuesday July 15, 2008 |
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The Art of Cabinet Making
The Art of Cabinet Making
Tuesday July 15, 2008 |
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Landscaping Lifestyles at WorldSkills
International competitor and judge, Simon Buchanan, shows us the Landscape Construction competition with 'Jamie Durie' eagerness!
Tuesday July 15, 2008 |
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Computer Assisted Machining @ WorldSkills
Chief Judge, Brent Butler, shows us through the Computer Assisted Machining category of the WorldSkills Nationals competition in Sydney. Find out what CAM is about!
Tuesday July 15, 2008 |
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Skills & Sustainability - Bricklaying
Here we watch and learn about environmental bricklaying techniques at the WorldSkills 2008 National Competition!
Monday July 14, 2008 |
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Tiling dynasty at WorldSkills 08
Here we see, at WorldSkills 2008, how Ben's father and grandfather influenced him to become a tiler!
Monday July 14, 2008 |
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Future Boiler Makers at WorldSkills 08
Future Boiler Makers at WorldSkills 08
Monday July 14, 2008 |
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Unfinished Joinery at WorldSkills 08
Here is a talented young man who is determined to attain ultimate success in the joinery category of WorldSkills!
Monday July 14, 2008 |
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Quality Furniture at WS08
Quality Furniture at WS08
Monday July 14, 2008 |
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Creative Signs @ WorldSkills
This video showcases the skill and everyday usefulness of Turning, and we see it in action at WorldSkills Australia 2008.
Monday July 14, 2008 |
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Plumbing Careers @ Worldskills
Plumbing Careers @ Worldskills
Monday July 14, 2008 |
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Skills & Sustainability - Cabinet Making
This video shows how cabinetmaking has become an environmentally-friendly industry. Jason, chief judge, is showcasing the use of 100% second hand or reclaimed material in cabinet making at WorldSkills.
Monday July 14, 2008 |
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Building on Success @ WorldSkills
It is the end of day two bricklaying competition at the WorldSkills Comp and accomplished brickie Nigel Croke shows us what he has made so far...
Monday July 14, 2008 |
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Painting & Decorating @ WorldSkills
We meet Lyndsey Swindells, an apprentice painter who is competing at WorldSkills 2008 National competition. She chats about what it's like being a female in the painting industry and her goals.
Sunday July 13, 2008 |
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Volunteers at WorldSkills
The volunteer judges give us feedback on their participation in the WorldSkills competition.
Friday July 11, 2008 |
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The Glass Art
Working with glass to make exquisite, innovative artworks requires great skill and creativity, and this is Sergio Redegalli's passion.
Monday June 30, 2008 |
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Theatrical Design
This video takes a behind-the-scenes look at what goes on in set and costume design and construction for a theatrical performance.
Monday June 30, 2008 |
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Secure a job with the winning formula
Dr John Taccori offers his suggestions on securing that dream career! He gives ten tips on how to secure that perfect job!
Sunday June 29, 2008 |
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Key Elements #3 - The Importance of Punctuality (1)
Key Elements #3 - The Importance of Punctuality (1)
Friday June 27, 2008 |
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Key Elements #4 - The Importance of Punctuality (2)
Key Elements #4 - The Importance of Punctuality (2)
Thursday June 26, 2008 |
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Key Elements #2 - The Importance of Presentation
Key Elements #2 - The Importance of Presentation
Thursday June 26, 2008 |
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Key Elements #1 - The Importance of Motivation
Motivation is a key element to any successful workplace.
Thursday June 26, 2008 |
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Walking in the clouds
Fancy a job high up in the sky? Why not consider roofing?
Wednesday June 25, 2008 |
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Sliding Doors Interstitial
The right and wrong way around a common office problem, with hilarious results.
Monday June 23, 2008 |
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Crafting Marble
We learn about stonemasonry in practice! SkillsOne meets Stefan Post, a stonemason with Allambie Marble, who creates pieces of marble, suitable for kitchens.
Monday June 16, 2008 |
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Ultimate Apprenticeship - Horticulture (Landscape Gardening)
SkillsOne visits the Institute For Trade Skills Excellence's Ultimate Apprenticeship winner in horticulture. We meed Daniel Wheat, who will experience an opportunity of a lifetime, work with professionals and travel overseas to work in a live event, with the Singapore Garden Festival.
Monday June 16, 2008 |
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Skills & Sustainability - Joinery
SkillsOne finds out how the joinery category of the Worldskills competition is become more environmentally sustainable. Westside Joinery is a small, family run business who tells us about how the Worldskills competition is becoming greener every year!
Monday June 16, 2008 |
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Giving Pests the Flick
We find out about the pest control industry, opportunities within it for young people and what a typical day involves as he inspects a typical Australian home for termites and timber pests. SkillsOne meets Gary Stephenson, from Flick Pest Control.
Monday June 16, 2008 |
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Historical Horticulture
A passion for growing food and bush regeneration is what brought Naomi Jeff to the Historical Houses Trust. She's found a new passion for Victorian gardens and shows us around.
Monday June 16, 2008 |
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Roof Tiling at TAFE
Interested in building and construction? Wanna spend your day out in the sunshine and fresh air, laying tiles on the roofs of houses? Check out this video for more information!
Monday June 16, 2008 |
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Getting Floored
Find out what it takes to work on the floor, quite literally! And how schemes like The Flooring Industry Training Initiative are helping to employ and keep skilled apprentices in their jobs.
Monday June 16, 2008 |
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Full Circle
Want to make your dream a reality? Here we look at Ross' career process from wanting to be a designer, to actually making quality furniture to currently running one of the most successful businesses of its kind in Sydney. Anything is possible!
Monday June 16, 2008 |
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The Pest Guru
Martin has seen a few pests in his lifetime and knows a thing or two about them. Watch him remove cockroaches, termites, ants, rodents and other annoyances without "payne!"
Monday June 16, 2008 |
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Architectural Engineering at TAFE
What opportunities are out there for students who complete a course in architectural technology? SkillsOne finds out what's involved in Computer Aided Design at Nirimba TAFE.
Monday June 16, 2008 |
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Where a trade can lead...
We explore the company A.G. Coombs Group and talk to different employees who illustrate the benefits of undertaking a trade.
Monday May 12, 2008 |
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The Carpenters of Nirimba
Ian Wolner shares with SkillsOne about what's involved in the carpentry course at Narimba TAFE. He chats about the skills from creating materials such as trusses, cupboards, and stairs.
Monday May 12, 2008 |
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Modern Digger
Like playing with dirt and digging holes?! Why not become an excavator?
Monday May 12, 2008 |
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3 Stars for the Northern Coast Institute
SkillsOne is on the scene when the North Coast Insititute of TAFE is awarded 3-Gold Star award rating by the Institute Of Trade Skills Excellence!
Monday May 12, 2008 |
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SkillsOne hits the Easter Show
What motivates you in your job? SkillsOne asks everyday people from the Easter Show for their opinions.
Monday May 12, 2008 |
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Intervention
Dave's been called in for an intervention session but he's not the only one with a revelation...
Thursday May 8, 2008 |
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Building Blocks
Billy spends his days playing Blocktris and it seems he's just wasting his time. But he soon realises how these skills can be applied in real-life: in a building career!
Thursday May 8, 2008 |
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Youth Build
Want to find out what how your school can get on 'real' construction sites!?
Monday May 5, 2008 |
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It's A Small World
SkillsOne visits Canberra, to chat to Mark Sarah, the general manager of Cockington Green. Cockington Green is a miniature village, which attempts to recreate life of countries across the world, in miniature.
Monday May 5, 2008 |
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Star Rating Scheme
The Star Rating Scheme helps promote and advance the quality and relevance of vocational and technical training for the trades in Australia by recognising high performing RTO’s. The Institute for Trade Skills Excellence is responsible for the scheme and is supported by each participating industry sector to develop, implement and manage the program.
Monday May 5, 2008 |
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And the Award Goes To...
Ever wondered where lies the skill behind the creation of your sports and academic trophies and awards, or even your keyring? We show you!
Monday April 28, 2008 |
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From P.I. to Pipes
SkillsOne meets Stuart Sinfield, a Private Investigator who became a Plumber after ten years in the field! We chat to him about what it's like being a plumber.
Monday April 28, 2008 |
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Under Lock and Key
Martin Rogers chats to SkillsOne, and shows us around his locksmith showroom, showing us the selection of safes, keys, security and alarms - and shows us just what's involved in being a locksmith!
Monday April 28, 2008 |
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Bevelling Beauty
No need to fret when you break a glass valuable, such as your grandmother's sentimental mirror. Barford and Holloway are the talent who can fix it!
Monday April 28, 2008 |
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Making Rain Work For You
Meet a plumber who runs an economical and efficient water-saving business to allow Australians to realistically keep up with radical social changes.
Monday April 28, 2008 |
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Apprentice at the Royal Botanic Gardens
SkillsOne meet Peter, an apprentice at the Royal Botanic Gardens. We find out what's involved in his apprenticeship, and learn a bit about his passion for plants!
Monday April 28, 2008 |
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Youthbuild Students and Teachers
Here we will meet with Andrew Clarke the teacher of the HIA Youthbuild program at Sarah Redfern High School and he will talk about the benefits for his students in joining the program.
Monday April 28, 2008 |
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The female chippie
To encourage women into carpentry - follow your passion, work hard and you will be a success. Meet Emma Pottie, someone who's done just that.
Monday April 28, 2008 |
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Youthbuild with HIA
Youth build is an initiative of the Housing Industry Association (HIA) in which young people learn and gain practical experience in the building industry while still at secondary school. SkillsOne finds out about this exciting program!
Monday April 28, 2008 |
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RSPCA Dog House Challenge
What if your dog's home looked better than yours? The RSPCA Dog House challenge is between various TAFE organisations to create the best Dog House in the business!
Friday April 25, 2008 |
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The Plumber Foreman
Introducing the young people of the �Get Skilled 4 Work� team to Luke Fernance, Site Plumbing Manager of the Surry Hills Community Centre project.
Wednesday April 23, 2008 |
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Building Surry Hills Community Centre
SkillsOne catch up with Luke Payne, building Foreman, to witness the upgrade of the Surry Hills Community Centre. We join members of the Oasis Youth Support Network to investigate some jobs which might just appeal to the disadvantaged youth in the program.
Wednesday April 23, 2008 |
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Horticulture at Richmond TAFE
Ever considered a career amongst the trees? This could be the course for you! SkillsOne visits Richmond TAFE to learn about the Horticulture course from both teachers and students!
Wednesday April 23, 2008 |
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Star Rating - TAFE NSW Riverina Institute (Construction)
Congratulations Riverina Institute!
Tuesday April 22, 2008 |
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Star Rating - Great Southern TAFE WA
Congratulations Great Southern TAFE!
Tuesday April 22, 2008 |
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Learning the Ropes
We’ve heard about extreme sports, but what about extreme trades? We chat to Nick Stansell from Advanced Solutions Group about what it's like to train people working on high-rises.
Monday April 21, 2008 |
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Training at your place
TAFE and industry work together to provide on-the-job training in the fast paced-entertainment industry!
Monday April 21, 2008 |
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Knocking About
As a chippie, Chadd Houssenloge has huge variety in his work - from small maintenance jobs, to mansions, to television gardening challenges. He shares his experiences with us!
Friday April 18, 2008 |
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An Outdoor Lifestyle
Sometimes it is a career/job that you never thought of that proves to be your niche. Give everything a go, and you never know what skills you can develop, what passions you could discover, and what great rewards you may reap! Here Gavin tells us his story...
Friday April 18, 2008 |
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Demonstration of Glass & Glazing
Ever wondered how glass is made? Mark Nicholls and his student Mark Ashton chat to SkillsOne about the course provided at Lidcombe TAFE in Glass and Glazing.
Friday April 18, 2008 |
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An overview of glass & glazing
Check out this awesome TAFE course for budding glaziers! We chat to Mark Nicholls, TAFE teacher, in Lidcombe TAFE about what's involved in the course.
Friday April 18, 2008 |
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Trading Success
Meet the plumber who never touches a toilet!
Wednesday April 16, 2008 |
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Building the Big Day Out
Matt Doherty is a Production Manager for the biggest music gigs in the country: Big Day Out, V Festival and massive touring artists - including the likes of the Rolling Stones. Matt tells us all about his experiences.
Wednesday April 16, 2008 |
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A tour of glass and glazing
Check out the glass and glazing facilities at Lidcombe TAFE! SkillsOne chats to the staff and students in this course.
Wednesday April 16, 2008 |
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Devil in the detail
Working on a property with nine bathrooms and numerous rooms to be tiled requires precision and attention to detail. Caleb takes us on a tour and shows the scope of his work as a tiler.
Monday April 14, 2008 |
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The art of colour mixing
At Porters Paints matching colours is their job, so Carl Harvie has a go at matching Linda's colour challenge!
Monday April 14, 2008 |
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Building communities with Landcom
SkillsOne visits Minto 1, the community being built in the Western Suburbs by Landcom and HIA. They are supporting the Youthbuild project - where kids in schools can experience hands-on training. We chat to Michael Burt to learn about the project.
Friday April 11, 2008 |
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Innovative Rainwater Harvesting
SkillsOne chats to Andrew Waudby about his innovative Rainwater Harvesting system, EcoSac, a flexible bladder system for storing rainwater.
Friday April 11, 2008 |
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Pest Control
Are you fearless of cockroaches, ants, spiders, bees, rats, mice, fleas and termites? We may have the career for you! SkillsOne meets with Rudy Tschaut on location to talk about the varied career of pest control!
Friday April 11, 2008 |
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Designing Sky Domes
Ever wondered what it takes to be involved in the skylight industry? Wonder no more - watch to find out!
Friday April 11, 2008 |
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Linked Up
Ever considered a career in design? Edwina Hurst is a Colour Consultant and a teacher at the International School of Colour and Design and shares her knowledge.
Wednesday April 9, 2008 |
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Ross Dawson, Pt II
Ross Dawson is a business futurist, and talks to SkillsOne about the future of the job market. He talks about things employers need to do to get the best staff, how employees can keep training, develop and specialise in order to maintain their jobs for the long term.
Wednesday April 9, 2008 |
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Ross Dawson Pt 1
Ross Dawson is globally recognized as a authority on business strategy. He chats to SkillsOne about the future of the the workforce, where there will be demand, and how to plan for a career.
Wednesday April 9, 2008 |
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Investing in Bricks and Mortar
Brick-laying is an endangered trade and is always on the lookout for interested apprentices and potential workers!
Wednesday April 9, 2008 |
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Gordon Institute of TAFE
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