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Freycinet Lodge
Freycinet Lodge

Freycinet Lodge: leisurely explore the beautiful coastline by sea kayak, mountain bike or simply sit back, relax and enjoy the food and wine of Tasmania. SkillsOne explores the professions of this pristine area.

Tuesday August 26, 2008   |   Watch Video

Cakes for All
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   |   Watch Video

Stillwater Restaurant & the Mill Providore
Stillwater Restaurant & the Mill Providore

Meet the team who run one of Australia's finest restaurants...

Monday August 25, 2008   |   Watch Video

Hospitality Management
Hospitality Management

Hospitality Management

Monday August 25, 2008   |   Watch Video

Hats Off To Ultimo TAFE
Hats Off To Ultimo TAFE

Here we look at the art of millinery!

Monday August 25, 2008   |   Watch Video

Snowbound Skills
Snowbound Skills

Love the snow? Develop your skills and you can make a career out of it!

Monday August 25, 2008   |   Watch Video

Healthy Role Models
Healthy Role Models

Trainee Sterilisation Assistant at Royal Prince Alfred (RPA) Hospital, Janine Hart, talks about her career in sterilising medical instruments to a group of indigenous students as part of the 'Healthwise' Careers Expo.

Monday August 25, 2008   |   Watch Video

'Healthwise' Paramedic
'Healthwise' Paramedic

Darren Lester thinks being a Paramedic is a great career path for Indigenous Australians because he believes they are natural care takers - why not put their natural talents to work whilst getting paid for it!

Monday August 25, 2008   |   Watch Video

Imagine India
Imagine India

World-class chef, Ajoy Joshi, from Nilgiri's Restaurant in Sydney is passionate about cooking as an art form. He says that being able to master the basics is the key to any good chef...

Monday August 25, 2008   |   Watch Video

Survive Armed Robbery
Survive Armed Robbery

People working with cash, especially in hospitality, can also have Armed Robbery Survival Skills training. SkillsOne chats to RTO, Barringtons - who provide a Armed Robbery Survival Skills training.

Monday August 18, 2008   |   Watch Video

Bella Gelati
Bella Gelati

We meet the owner of Bella Gelati, John Duncan, who shows us around his Pizza and Gelato cafe. He shares just what motivated him to transfer from being a mechanic to creating gelato!

Monday August 18, 2008   |   Watch Video

Healing Hands
Healing Hands

Carmel Dever owns Carma Health , a corporate massage program. She goes to workplaces and provides massage therapy for the staff. Carmel shares what's involved in her work, how she got started and shows us just what she does - and why she's always greeted with a smile!

Monday August 11, 2008   |   Watch Video

Harbour Trust Ranger
Harbour Trust Ranger

Peter Murphy is a rangers on Sydney Harbour Federation Trust site, Cockatoo Island. He shares what's involved in his job in monitoring safety aspects of the island and a bit of the history of the island.

Monday August 11, 2008   |   Watch Video

Global Picture of WorldSkills
Global Picture of WorldSkills

WorldSkills is more than just an Australian event.

Monday August 11, 2008   |   Watch Video

Baking Apprentice plays starring role
Baking Apprentice plays starring role

Pierre's Patisserie at Turramurra is a baking institution, a mainstay of beautiful authentic French breads and cakes. Skillsone chats to baking apprentice, Frank Barbara, who shares what's involved in being a baker and shares the secret of the perfect sausage roll.

Monday August 4, 2008   |   Watch Video

Nursing Careers
Nursing Careers

SkillsOne heads to Bankstown Hospital to learn about a unique program for school students wanting to get experience in the nursing Industry. The Vet-IS Certificate III in Nursing is run in collaboration with Bankstown-Lidcome Hospital.

Monday August 4, 2008   |   Watch Video

Introduction to Horticulture: Jobs for Life
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   |   Watch Video

Cafe2U
Cafe2U

Cafe2U is a mobile cafe servicing businesses located in industrial areas. SkillsOne chats to Troy Te Ao, who shares the finer details of what's in his van and how he got started serving coffee for SkillsOne!

Tuesday July 29, 2008   |   Watch Video

Moving Paint
Moving Paint

Kevin Brown, Artisan, specialises in construction, building and fitting for clubs, bars, cafes and restaurants - but adds how own artistic flair to the fitouts.

Wednesday July 23, 2008   |   Watch Video

Drinks with Flair
Drinks with Flair

Champion Hayden Wood, aka 'Woody', is the leading authority on flair, bartending and mixed drinks in Australia. SkillsOne chats to Hayden about his job.

Tuesday July 22, 2008   |   Watch Video

Food & Bev @ Worldskills
Food & Bev @ Worldskills

Here we discover the importance of WorldSkills in giving students the skills and opportunities needed to achieve their goals.

Wednesday July 16, 2008   |   Watch Video

World Class Service at WorldSkills
World Class Service at WorldSkills

Can the Kiwis beat the Aussies at WorldSkills in Restaurant Service?!

Tuesday July 15, 2008   |   Watch Video

Food Facts @ WS 08
Food Facts @ WS 08

Get some knowledge from the experts at the WorldSkills Nationals 2008!

Tuesday July 15, 2008   |   Watch Video

Down to Business @ WorldSkills
Down to Business @ WorldSkills

Why do a trade? Andrew, talking from the Convention Centre in Sydney where WorldSkills 2008 is being held, has the passionate answers.

Monday July 14, 2008   |   Watch Video

Floristry = Art @ WorldSkills
Floristry = Art @ WorldSkills

Floristry = Art @ WorldSkills

Monday July 14, 2008   |   Watch Video

Love Your Pastry And It Will Love You
Love Your Pastry And It Will Love You

Love Your Pastry And It Will Love You

Monday July 14, 2008   |   Watch Video

Sticking It Out...
Sticking It Out...

Sticking It Out...

Monday July 14, 2008   |   Watch Video

Look Good Feel Good at WorldSkills
Look Good Feel Good at WorldSkills

Gain an insight into the final day of competition in the Beauty Care category at WorldSkills 2008 in Sydney!

Monday July 14, 2008   |   Watch Video

Meat Retailing at WS08
Meat Retailing at WS08

At WorldSkills 2008, we find out where the meat on your plate comes from!

Monday July 14, 2008   |   Watch Video

Flair for Hair at World Skills
Flair for Hair at World Skills

Here we see all the excitement and preparation that goes into competing at WorldSkills Australia. Most people can guess what a hairdresser does but they don’t know what’s involved in competing at a national competition!

Monday July 14, 2008   |   Watch Video

Cooking Challenge @ WS08
Cooking Challenge @ WS08

Cooking Challenge @ WS08

Monday July 14, 2008   |   Watch Video

Skills & Sustainability - Hairdressing
Skills & Sustainability - Hairdressing

Hairdressing guru, Norman Ironside, judges the "Men's Perm" task of the hairdressing category of the National 2008 WorldSkills Competition as he inspires apprentices and promoties environmentally sound practices such as enviro-friendly perming.

Monday July 14, 2008   |   Watch Video

Sustainable Restaurant Service
Sustainable Restaurant Service

At the WorldSkills Nationals 2008, find out how even restaurant service can be a Sustainable Industry!

Sunday July 13, 2008   |   Watch Video

It's a great pastry life @ WS08
It's a great pastry life @ WS08

Tracy Nickl offers his insights into the world of pastry chefs at the WorldSkills Nationals in Sydney 2008.

Sunday July 13, 2008   |   Watch Video

Well Bread at WS08
Well Bread at WS08

Lucy Nash chats to Michael Dowsey about bread and baking at WorldSkills Australia!

Sunday July 13, 2008   |   Watch Video

The WorldSkills Carbon Footprint
The WorldSkills Carbon Footprint

Here we see "The Green Team" in action, learning with Event Management student, Marguerite Boman, as she conducts an environmental-sustainability survey of the Floristry department, creating data for the WorldSkills Australia "Carbon Footprint."

Friday July 11, 2008   |   Watch Video

Beauty with a purpose
Beauty with a purpose

Meet Miss Australia 2007!

Thursday July 3, 2008   |   Watch Video

Jobs you'd like to take home
Jobs you'd like to take home

Yum! SkillsOne presents some delicious looking jobs! We hear from a gourmet butcher, a pastry chef and a family of pasta makers!

Monday June 30, 2008   |   Watch Video

Left field
Left field

Jobs you wouldn't think of off the top of your head!

Monday June 30, 2008   |   Watch Video

Hot Property
Hot Property

In 2003, while still in year 11 at Waverley College, Michael made the decision that he was going to become the best Real Estate Agent in the country. Be inspired by a young man living out his big dreams...

Monday June 30, 2008   |   Watch Video

Someone to Lean On
Someone to Lean On

This video informs of the different career options available in mental health services, and shows how skills-based training provides great practical experience to begin working with clients in a clinical environment.

Monday June 30, 2008   |   Watch Video

The Lucky Country
The Lucky Country

This video highlights a government initiative - ACL Adult Migrant English Program - which assists new migrants to Australia on the job-front.

Monday June 30, 2008   |   Watch Video

Key Elements #3 - The Importance of Punctuality (1)
Key Elements #3 - The Importance of Punctuality (1)

Key Elements #3 - The Importance of Punctuality (1)

Friday June 27, 2008   |   Watch Video

Under Pressure #1
Under Pressure #1

When you're going for that all-important job interview, it's vital to know what the boss is really looking for.

Thursday June 26, 2008   |   Watch Video

Key Elements #4 - The Importance of Punctuality (2)
Key Elements #4 - The Importance of Punctuality (2)

Key Elements #4 - The Importance of Punctuality (2)

Thursday June 26, 2008   |   Watch Video

Key Elements #2 - The Importance of Presentation
Key Elements #2 - The Importance of Presentation

Key Elements #2 - The Importance of Presentation

Thursday June 26, 2008   |   Watch Video

Key Elements #1 - The Importance of Motivation
Key Elements #1 - The Importance of Motivation

Motivation is a key element to any successful workplace.

Thursday June 26, 2008   |   Watch Video

Pastry Perfection
Pastry Perfection

A career to whet your appetite!

Wednesday June 25, 2008   |   Watch Video

Windows of Opportunity
Windows of Opportunity

Are you a neat freak? Like things clean and clear? Why not give window-washing a try!

Wednesday June 25, 2008   |   Watch Video

Sliding Doors Interstitial
Sliding Doors Interstitial

The right and wrong way around a common office problem, with hilarious results.

Monday June 23, 2008   |   Watch Video

St Johns Ambulance Survival Skills
St Johns Ambulance Survival Skills

Lisa Martin from St John Ambulance shows us how to treat a sprain injury in the workplace.

Monday June 16, 2008   |   Watch Video

Old School Photography
Old School Photography

Photography isn't always about evolving towards the future, but funky, unique skills and techniques are being sought from the past, such as 'lomography', which this video explores.

Monday June 16, 2008   |   Watch Video

Distopic Runway
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   |   Watch Video

Teaching English Overseas
Teaching English Overseas

Have a flair for English? Why not take undertake accredited training so that you can take your valuable language skills around the globe and teach it to the needy?

Monday June 16, 2008   |   Watch Video

Treating Sprains and Wounds
Treating Sprains and Wounds

Lisa Martin from St John Ambulance shows how to dress a wound or injury that might occur in a workplace.

Monday June 9, 2008   |   Watch Video

DRABC and CPR
DRABC and CPR

Lisa Martin from St John Ambulance shows how to respond to an accident in the workplace and how to perform CPR...

Monday June 9, 2008   |   Watch Video

A Secure Career
A Secure Career

Tony Inkersole is the Operations Manager of Intercept Group, who specialise in Security, Risk Management and Body Guarding. We find out all about one very secure career!

Thursday June 5, 2008   |   Watch Video

An appointment with Renya
An appointment with Renya

One of Australia's leading hair designers, Renya Xydis, shares some stories about her success.

Friday May 30, 2008   |   Watch Video

Engineering the Perfect Cuppa
Engineering the Perfect Cuppa

Dean Morgan gives us insight as to how he creates mouth-watering, good quality coffee.

Monday May 12, 2008   |   Watch Video

25,000 Sky Dives Later
25,000 Sky Dives Later

If you are interested in undertaking a career with guaranteed adrenaline rush, adventure and responsibility, or simply want to observe the art of sky-diving in action, then watch this video!

Monday May 12, 2008   |   Watch Video

From the Desk to the Lens
From the Desk to the Lens

Wedding and portrait photographer, Lynda Hopper, chats to SkillsOne about what's involved in being a photographer, how she started out, and the challenges of starting a business.

Monday May 12, 2008   |   Watch Video

Wigs for a Cause
Wigs for a Cause

SkillsOne visits Sandra Cramb, from the Hairdressing faculty at Kingscliff TAFE. We learn about an innovative scheme in which students at Kingsliff TAFE can boost the self esteem of cancer patients, by providing them with a free wig-library.

Monday May 12, 2008   |   Watch Video

InShape
InShape

Want to get fit? James Sutherland is the man to talk to! Meet James Sutherland, a personal trainer with Inshape. We find out what's involved in being a personal trainer - and the rewards of the job!

Monday May 12, 2008   |   Watch Video

Looking for a change?
Looking for a change?

Looking for a change? Perhaps the answer lies here!

Monday May 12, 2008   |   Watch Video

SkillsOne hits the Easter Show
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   |   Watch Video

Girls like guys with real skills
Girls like guys with real skills

What do girls REALLY look for in a guy?

Thursday May 8, 2008   |   Watch Video

Star Rating Scheme
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   |   Watch Video

Crest Diving
Crest Diving

At the age of 40, Sue decided on a career change that has taken her... under water!

Wednesday April 30, 2008   |   Watch Video

Floristry @ Buds n' Bowers
Floristry @ Buds n' Bowers

JJ was never all that interested in flowers until he opened a florist shop with his mother. He's now passionate about his career in floristry, and urges others to consider it!

Wednesday April 30, 2008   |   Watch Video

The Hilton Concierge
The Hilton Concierge

Welcome to the big wide world of hospitality, where there is always an array of different jobs you can try! Let's look at someone who has gone from being a barman, to a porter to now the concierge and bath master at the renowned Hilton Hotel in Sydney.

Monday April 28, 2008   |   Watch Video

The Coffee Republic
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   |   Watch Video

Not Your Average Cirkus
Not Your Average Cirkus

The idea of rowdy, boisterous teenage boys performing in a circus may sound pretty surreal - indeed this is what inspired Stephanie Brown's creation!

Monday April 28, 2008   |   Watch Video

Award winning care giving
Award winning care giving

Meet Ashlee, she's got a heart of gold! SkillsOne caught up with Ashley at the Hostel to find out what she enjoys about the work at the Kalkee Community Murray Hotel, in Aged Care work.

Thursday April 24, 2008   |   Watch Video

The Laser Technician
The Laser Technician

Got a desire to make people hair free!? This could be the career for you...

Thursday April 24, 2008   |   Watch Video

The Bar Manager
The Bar Manager

After trying his hand at a number of industries, Simon Mercier came to the realisation that he was destined for a career in hospitality. Here he discusses this career and the industry with our youth on the Surry Hills walking tour.

Wednesday April 23, 2008   |   Watch Video

Retail School with iSTEPS
Retail School with iSTEPS

"Can you do this job" is the vital question which Roland Hermens asks to his students. He talks here about his provision of hands-on training and skilling to Indigenous Australians in the field of retail.

Wednesday April 23, 2008   |   Watch Video

Botannix Boys
Botannix Boys

Jeff Miller chats to SkillsOne about his cafe and yoga studio: Botannix, and how it came about.

Monday April 21, 2008   |   Watch Video

Private Eyes Only
Private Eyes Only

SkillsOne meets Private Investigator Warren Mallard. He also shares some of his stories of the quirkier tales of things he's had to invesitgate, and what he looks for in a Private Investigator.

Monday April 21, 2008   |   Watch Video

Making Gourmet Cheese
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   |   Watch Video

The Business of Holistic Health
The Business of Holistic Health

SkillsOne meets with the founder of Be Genki, Sam Sample, who tells us about her aromatherapy business she runs and the products she creates. She chats about why she started the business, and where it's heading!

Monday April 21, 2008   |   Watch Video

Wedding Blooms
Wedding Blooms

Wedding Blooms

Monday April 21, 2008   |   Watch Video

The Apprentice 'Meatologist'
The Apprentice 'Meatologist'

Matthew Wall is an apprentice butcher at Penny's Butchers - he chats to SkillsOne about what's involved in the job!

Monday April 21, 2008   |   Watch Video

A nose for health
A nose for health

Annie has a natural talent, a sensitive nose, but has turned an interest in natural therapies and a passion for aromatherapy into a job she loves.

Monday April 21, 2008   |   Watch Video

Bringing meat to the masses
Bringing meat to the masses

Where does meat come from? SkillsOne investigates different fun methods that butchers use! Lachlan Bowtell chats about the changing meat industry and what consumers are really looking for.

Wednesday April 16, 2008   |   Watch Video

From water cooler to the coffee roaster
From water cooler to the coffee roaster

Tired of working in the corporate world? Why not join a trade, and earn money doing what you love! Vicki and Aileen Young did just that - creating an award winning coffee company.

Wednesday April 16, 2008   |   Watch Video

Star Rating - Pivot Point
Star Rating - Pivot Point

Congratulations to Pivot Point International Academy!

Monday April 14, 2008   |   Watch Video

Sampling beer at the Easter Show
Sampling beer at the Easter Show

Sampling beer at the Sydney Royal Easter Show is Simon Beverage's job: as a Beer Sommelier! He chats to SkillsOne about his job.

Monday April 14, 2008   |   Watch Video

The Noodle Academy
The Noodle Academy

This video shows how TAFE NSW and the internationally renowned restaurant chain, Wagamama, are working together to address the skills shortage in the Hospitality industry and provide training in commercial cookery

Monday April 14, 2008   |   Watch Video

The Working Mother
The Working Mother

Margaret Keeble began creating hats for her daughter's musicals - but quickly became hooked! She now runs her own millinery business - despite her children no longer needing costumes!

Monday April 14, 2008   |   Watch Video

An Aqua Dining Apprenticeship
An Aqua Dining Apprenticeship

SkillsOne hears from an apprentice chef who is undertaking hospitality training whilst doing her HSC, and who plus gets to work in a classy restaurant with million dollar views over Sydney Harbour!

Monday April 14, 2008   |   Watch Video

The Only Bean Roaster In The City
The Only Bean Roaster In The City

Today we talk to three Young (quite literally!) coffee hotshots who provide sensual coffee couture in Sydney's buzzing CBD.

Monday April 14, 2008   |   Watch Video

Metro Screen
Metro Screen

Want a career in television or film? Learn about Metro Screen which fosters the right skills and opportunities in its students.

Wednesday April 9, 2008   |   Watch Video