Restoring a steamship takes many skills. In this story we meet some of the people involved in restoring the John Oxley. Carpentry, boilermaking, sheet metal work and pattern making are just some of the skills needed.
While most of the restoration work is done by volunteers, the Sydney Heritage Fleet also employs a full time boiler maker, Onsie Ratu, and an apprentice boiler maker.
Many of these skills, such as hot riveting, are a dying art. While restoration work is a slow process, those involved see the importance of preserving the past for future generations.
Cats on the water Incat is a a symbol of Australian innovation. It is also a Tasmanian family business that employs passionate boat-builders who lead the world in high-speed catamaran technology.
The Linesmen We find out what's involved in being an electrical Linesman with Energy Australia. We chat to Technical Instructor Shane Rogers, and Apprentice Todd Goldie.
Skills and sustainability - Sheetmetal SkillsOne visits Warwick Johnston, Sheetmetal Teacher at Granville TAFE, who chats about the changes in the metal fabrication industry, which reduce wastage, and is more environmentally friendly. This is so his students can prepare their Green Skills at World Skills!
Restoring a steamship takes many skills. In this story we meet some of the people involved in restoring the John Oxley. Carpentry, boilermaking, sheet metal work and pattern making are just some of the skills needed. 
