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Star Rating Scheme - TAFE NSW, Sydney Institute
Congratulations Ultimo Campus!
Monday November 24, 2008 |
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Cheese & Bega
Bega Cheese without Bega is no cheese at all!
Monday November 24, 2008 |
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Tasty Cheese Training
TAFE has assisted with the growth of Bega Cheese in meeting their training requirements.
Wednesday November 19, 2008 |
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Manufacturing Robotics
Get an insight into a day in the life of apprentice electrician who works at this year's Telstra NSW Business of the Year winner, Machinery Automation and Robotics.
Monday October 20, 2008 |
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Young Blood: Designers Market
Meet some young bloods who are proving themselves in the world of creativity and design!
Wednesday October 15, 2008 |
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Designing with Wood, Glass & Fabric
Meet the creative team from 'Studio Skinky'!
Wednesday October 15, 2008 |
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Garment Philosophies at WorldSkills
Vi Tran is a Garment Production Competitor at WorldSkills, 2008, at Darling Harbour in Sydney. Vi shares her designs that she's been working on, and tells us what's important about the garment production industry in Australia.
Tuesday October 14, 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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Star Rating Scheme: 3 Gold Stars for Mount Druitt College
Western Sydney Institute, Mount Druitt Campus were awarded a 3 Gold Star Rating for Manufacturing and more.
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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Tasmanian Glassblower
We meet James Dodson, a Glassblower based in Tasmania. We find out how he learnt about glassblowing, how he got started and shows us how to create masterpieces with glassblowing.
Monday September 22, 2008 |
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Chefs For Fishermen
SkillsOne heads to the Sydney Fish Markets to hear about the seafood industry with fisherman, Paul Bagnato, and World Class Chef, Armando Percuoco.
Monday September 15, 2008 |
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Furniture Philosophy
Furniture Philosophy
Monday September 15, 2008 |
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Aussie Wasabi
Aussie Wasabi
Monday September 15, 2008 |
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Opportunities through Abilympics
Check out these inspiring competitors!
Monday September 8, 2008 |
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Film & TV at North Sydney TAFE
David King, a teacher at the North Sydney TAFE, in Film and Television, shows us around the facilities at the TAFE, including the control booth. We chat to some of the students about the things they learn, including audio, camera, producing and direction.
Monday September 8, 2008 |
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Good Ol' Wooden Toys
SkillsOne visits Len McCarthy from Good Ol' Toys who's passion for wood has driven his love for creating timeless toys which in themselves are pieces of art.
Monday September 8, 2008 |
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Wicked Collaborations
SkillsOne heads to Ultimo TAFE to see designer, Anita Hicks, pulling together her graduating show. For her graduating project, Anita's amazing creations are designed for the 'Emerald City' scene from 'The Wizard of Oz' inspired musical 'Wicked'.
Monday September 8, 2008 |
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Chapple Craypots
A master and his apprentice enjoy humourous banter while they keep alive the age-old tradition of hand-woven craypots.
Monday September 1, 2008 |
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From TAFE to Fashion Week
TAFE NSW Fashion Design Studio is the only Australian fashion school to present designer collections at Australian Fashion Week. We go behind the scenes with School Director, Nicholas Huxley as he prepares for the show.
Monday September 1, 2008 |
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Cakes for All
Is it possible for really naughty cakes and desserts to be good for you!? Well if it wasn't previously, then it is now!
Monday August 25, 2008 |
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Haute Couture Eco Fashion
Eco-friendly fabrics make their way into the fashion world! SkillsOne chats to designer Sara Victoria and seamstress Gerri Maitland, from Sara Victoria designs.
Monday August 25, 2008 |
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Allplastics Art
This SkillsOne video shows the skills required to work as an acrylic fabricator.
Monday August 18, 2008 |
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Tassal Salmon
Clean, green, tasty and extremely healthy salmon - Tassal delivers the lot! We visit the crews of this seafood company and discover their passion for water, diving, fishing...and of course, salmon!
Monday August 11, 2008 |
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Dogs for Hollywood
SkillsOne learns about a fun and unusual career, with Lindy Coote, who works with wrangling and handling animals that star in television commercials, television shows and even movies.
Tuesday July 29, 2008 |
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Animal Kingdom
SkillsOne heads to Symbio Wildlife Gardens to learn about the animal care industry.
Monday July 28, 2008 |
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No Pain, No Grain
Grains are an important staple in any diet… But, have you ever thought of making a display out of them. We will meet with Tom Dwyer the manager of the grain section of the Western Districts display. What are the elements that make up a prize winning grain display?
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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Incat
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.
Wednesday July 23, 2008 |
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Jackson's Jewellery at WorldSkills
This story is about Luke Jackson and his deep and confident passion for jewellery, dispelling the belief that the art of jewellery making and design is a female-oriented trade.
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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Well Bread at WS08
Lucy Nash chats to Michael Dowsey about bread and baking at WorldSkills Australia!
Sunday July 13, 2008 |
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Star Rating Scheme Presentation
Star Rating Scheme Presentation
Thursday July 3, 2008 |
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A forum for Education & Business
This video shows how a get-together between students, teachers and the industry can be a fruitful event.
Thursday July 3, 2008 |
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High Heel Fashion
Find out how shoes fit for celebrities are made - with Andrew McDonald Shoemakers!
Monday June 30, 2008 |
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The Cutting Magicians
SkillsOne visits Laser Wizard, who are manufacturers with the largest laser machine in Australia. We chat to Ronald Thompson, who takes us through the factory and shows us how from original sketches, fine cut metals - even art - are created.
Monday June 30, 2008 |
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It's all in the bag
SkillsOne visits Crumpler in Sydney, to find out how they create their custom designs on bags. From the initial design, to the computer representation - then how they are sewn onto the bag. We find out how these unique bags are made!
Monday June 30, 2008 |
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Fashionable Yoga
Marina Jacoby started a company which create fasionable yoga wear - with her brand Marina J. We find out about her Yoga wear, how she started off and what qualities she gives her yoga wear - and why.
Monday June 30, 2008 |
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Jewellery Design TAFE Taster
Watch this Jewellery Design Workshop session which introduces students to industry level jewellery-making skills.
Monday June 30, 2008 |
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Shout your best friend a beer
Elise Schumacher is the owner of Paws Point, a dog accessory store located in Potts Point. She shares how she started out in the business, learning all facets of the business from scratch - from importing dog accesories to brewing her own Dogbeer!
Monday June 30, 2008 |
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The Page Master
SkillsOne chats to David Newbold, and learns about the ancient art of book binding - and some of the more contemporary designs which they create!
Monday June 30, 2008 |
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Tattoo Art: A Different Canvas
If you have an artistic streak and a steady hand, why not consider drawing on people's skin! Megan Oliver tells us about the world of tattooing from the esteemed Inner Vision studio in Sydney, where she works.
Monday June 30, 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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Women with Skills
Not all trades are for men! We chat to some women who have made the most of following their passions in art and design.
Monday June 23, 2008 |
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The Beat of Your Own Drum
A quarter-life crisis sees one man in pursuit of happiness. He finds his passion in the rhythm of the drum! SkillsOne visits Beau Bruderlin, founder of In Rhythm, to see just what's so special about drum making.
Monday June 23, 2008 |
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Distopic Runway
We go behind the scenes at 2008 Rosemount Australian Fashion Week and meet designer Daniel Avakian, make up artist Nicola Burford and event director Jarrad Clark.
Monday June 16, 2008 |
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From Head to Toe
Meet a man who is skilled in bringing you the "total look" with regards to fashion and style!
Monday June 9, 2008 |
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An Interest in Aquaculture
If you are interested in marine life and keen to work out in the great outdoors, then consider aquaculture, which is a growing industry in Australia and always in need of skilled workers!
Monday June 9, 2008 |
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A Dream Job In Animation
Do you like animations, have a creative streak and wanna work on well-known movies and commercials? Look to digital artist, Paul Braddock, for inspiration!
Thursday May 29, 2008 |
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Simple Simon, the Entrepreneurial Pieman
SkillsOne heads to the home of Simple Simon, Piemaking Equipment. We chat to Tom Lindsay, owner of Lindsay Piemaking Equipment, who tells us just how he got started out manufacturing Pie Making Equiment.
Monday May 19, 2008 |
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From Bank Manager to Apprentice
Rhoda Buhse originally began her working career in a bank - but now she's a metal fabrication apprentice in Brisbane! We find out what inspired her to change - and what she loves about her new job!
Monday May 19, 2008 |
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Get Smug
Rik and Marcelo get smug about jewellery and show us how they craft their hand-made pieces.
Monday May 19, 2008 |
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The Mother of Nad's
Meet the founder of Nad's, the hair removal specialists, and find out how important her family has been to her success.
Thursday May 15, 2008 |
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The Costumier
Be inspired by those with a passion for fashion and costume design whose skills have taken them to extraordinary levels.
Tuesday May 13, 2008 |
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The Costume Studio
If you have a passion for costumes, outfits, and the performing arts, then watch this video which will show you how you can develop your skills, and creative people who have done just that.
Tuesday May 13, 2008 |
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Fashion CAD Lab
TAFE student Marianne Grantham and teacher Debra Lazenby give us an insight to Fashion Technology at TAFE.
Tuesday May 13, 2008 |
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From the kitchen to the world
Meet the founder of Nad's, the hair removal specialists, and find out how it all happened with some motivation and positive thought.
Tuesday May 13, 2008 |
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Engineering the Perfect Cuppa
Dean Morgan gives us insight as to how he creates mouth-watering, good quality coffee.
Monday May 12, 2008 |
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The King of Interiors
Ricardo Silveira is the king of interior design in Darlinghurst!
Monday May 12, 2008 |
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Wicked Shoes
Jodie Morrison started Steppin' Out in 1979 and has been making bespoke footwear for musical theatre and opera ever since.
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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The Multi-Tasking Artist
Zoe Sernack has three websites showing her range of jewellery designs and has been an exhibiting artist for twelve years. She has also recently collaborated with fashion designer Daniel Avakian for his show at Rosemount Australian Fashion Week. Step inside a day in the life of this busy artist!
Monday May 12, 2008 |
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Pure Surfboards
You have to have a love for surfing to be a good surfboard maker, according to Richard Quiggan of Pure Surfboards. We visit him at his factory near the Northern Beaches and see his passion at work.
Monday May 12, 2008 |
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The Perfect Fit
Meet the geniuses who create braces and walking supports to give injured and disable people mobility and assistance.
Monday May 12, 2008 |
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An AiGTS Apprentice
AiGTS recruit apprentices and host them out to employers via a Group Training Scheme. We find out the benefits of Group Training in on workplace using the program - Bishop Manufacturing.
Monday May 12, 2008 |
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Fixing Chairs with the Chair Doctors
Meet a couple of doctors who didn't have to go through medical school and endure hours of studying textbooks and prac!
Monday May 12, 2008 |
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Designing Simple Simon
Aussies love their pies, but we don't often ponder the skill and effort that goes into their making. Let's look at the work of those who are behind the very development and construction of this Australian food staple.
Tuesday May 6, 2008 |
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Horses in Showbiz - Part One
Horses in Showbiz - Part One
Monday May 5, 2008 |
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Horses in Showbiz - Part Two
Meet the clever, passionate trainers behind the talented horses who we see in the entertainment industry.
Monday May 5, 2008 |
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Fixing the Frames
SkillsOne visits optical dispenser Mark Bowes, to see just was it takes - to see!
Monday May 5, 2008 |
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Shaping up to Surf
Rodrigo Arguello always dreamed about moving to Australia, where he now makes surfboards using the latest technology. He shows us how it is possible to live out your dream...
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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Stock and Station Agent
SkillsOne chat to the director of the Australian Livestock and Property Agents Association and chats about their competitions at the Royal Easter Show!
Wednesday April 30, 2008 |
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Stronger than Steel
Paul Brenna is the Managing Director of ASP Plastics, and he shows us around his workshop. SkillsOne has the chance to see the wide variety of career opportunities and objects which can be created with Polymer Technology!
Monday April 28, 2008 |
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Equine at TAFE
Do you have an affiliation for animals? Love horses in particular? Then turn your passion into a career! Watch this to see how you can acquire the necessary skills and qualifications.
Monday April 28, 2008 |
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The Coffee Republic
Fair Trade is where farmers in the third world countries are paid fair prices for their products. SkillsOne catches up with Jacqueline Arias, who tells us about her fair trade coffee company, Republica Coffee.
Monday April 28, 2008 |
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Pulling a Few Strings
We chat to Steve Harris, a racquet stringer at Top Serve Tennis. We find out what's involved in this job - and why he'll never be replaced by a machine!
Monday April 28, 2008 |
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Our Coast, Our Vodka
A small family business producing Australian vodka shows us how it's done!
Monday April 28, 2008 |
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Slippery Suckers
Barry shows us how to farm oysters and how to eat them properly!
Monday April 28, 2008 |
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The Effects Master
Meet a man whose skill for designing and creating has led him to create a business which is now a major force in film, TV and advertising!
Monday April 28, 2008 |
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The Art of Conservation
Let's meet some people who are skilled at studying and preserving our culture and history!
Monday April 28, 2008 |
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Tessuti Fabric
Colette Guanta always aspired to provide beautiful designer fabrics at great value and professional service, and her successful fabric store, Tessuti Fabrics, is the actualisation of that dream!
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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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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Viticulture at NMIT
There is more to wine than just drinking it! Watch and learn about the long process and skills involved in the art of 'viticulture'!
Thursday April 24, 2008 |
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Star Rating - TAFE NSW Riverina Institute (Metals & Engineering)
Congratulations Riverina Institute!
Tuesday April 22, 2008 |
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As Good As Grain Gets
Matt Mueller shows the level of detail and work that goes into producing grain of the highest standard for judging and display at the Royal Easter Show!
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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Displaying the Region
Arthur John, manager of the Northern District exhibit, will have a crew of 14 people working on the produce exhibit at the Royal Easter Show. Will he win this year with the best display?
Monday April 21, 2008 |
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Dogs at the Easter Show #2
Dogs are one of the most popular home pets in Australia… But what makes a prize-wining dog? We will talk to Guy Spagnola breeder, judge and an owner of dogs in the Royal Easter Show dog pavilion.
Monday April 21, 2008 |
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Making Gourmet Cheese
SkillsOne catches up with a couple who have turned their passion for life on the land into a lucrative and award-winning gourmet business: Jannei Goat Dairy, which specialises in Goat cheeses and dairy products.
Monday April 21, 2008 |
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A Little Bit of Africa in Australia
Learn about the career-path of Haley, whose love of animals and inspiration from a visit to Dubbo zoo led her to become a zookeeper!
Monday April 21, 2008 |
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Grahams Upholstery
SkillsOne meets David Gray, who takes us through the fine detail which is involved in being an upholsterer. He chats about how he became an upholsterer, what tasks are needed and the changing industry.
Monday April 21, 2008 |
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A Farmer For Life
We meet a sixth generation farmer who is thoroughly entrenched in the farming industry in Australia.
Monday April 21, 2008 |
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