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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.
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Categories: Manufacturing
Monday September 8, 2008 |
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The Importance of Happiness in the Workplace
We’ll meet Clinical Psychologist and Organizational Psychology expert Dr Tim Sharp – also known as Dr Happy – is the founder of The Happiness Institute and regularly works with business owners on simple ways to keep their staff happy.
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Monday September 8, 2008 |
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Agriculture at TAFE
We visit Richmond TAFE in Western Sydney to speak to the teachers about their Agriculture course. We chat to Kay Carter, the head teacher of Agriculture. She explains what's involved in the course.
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Categories: Rural & Farming
Tuesday July 29, 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.
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Categories: Rural & Farming, Manufacturing
Tuesday July 29, 2008 |
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Corporate Partners for Change
SkillsOne head to Corporate Partners for Change in Western Sydney, so attend the Electrical Trade Graduation. We find out what's involved in being involved in the Electro Skills program.
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Categories: Electrical, Metals & Engineering
Monday July 28, 2008 |
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For Your Amusement
SkillsOne meets with Tom Nash from Amusement Machine Distributors to discuss the latest technology in games and pinball machines. We also look at the retro machines which are making a comeback. We find out what skills are needed to repair these machines.
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Categories: Electrical
Monday July 28, 2008 |
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F1 in Schools - Part 1
The F1 in Schools Challenge is a competition, open to all Australian secondary schools to design and manufacture CO2 powered model Formula One cars. Check this comp out!
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Categories: Metals & Engineering
Friday July 25, 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.
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Categories: Building & Construction
Friday July 25, 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?
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Categories: Rural & Farming, Manufacturing
Friday July 25, 2008 |
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The Dairy Farmer
In this video we see how Dairy Farmers Australia are engaging the public at the Royal Easter Show, educating people as to where in where their everyday food staples come from, the ancient and modern techniques used in milking.
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Categories: Rural & Farming
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!
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Categories: Building & Construction, Manufacturing
Wednesday July 23, 2008 |
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F1 in Schools - Part 2
Find out who won the 2007 national title!
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Categories: Metals & Engineering
Wednesday July 23, 2008 |
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Music That's Built to Last
SkillsOne meets Rob Dillon, the maker of video arcade games - from pinball machines, to golf games, in which you can compete with people across the world through the internet. We find out just what's involved in this dynamic industry!
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Categories: Electrical
Wednesday July 23, 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!
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Categories: Manufacturing
Monday June 30, 2008 |
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Under Pressure #2
SkillsOne's look at the value of being cool under pressure - especially in interviews!
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Sunday June 29, 2008 |
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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.
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Thursday June 26, 2008 |
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Ladies love Tradies
How far will ladies go, to meet a real tradie?
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Thursday June 26, 2008 |
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A Young Horty
Do you love your herbs and vegies? So much that you would pursue a career in them? Sophie Honein is! She tells us more in this video...
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Categories: Rural & Farming
Wednesday June 25, 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.
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Categories: Rural & Farming, Building & Construction
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!
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Categories: Building & Construction
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.
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Categories: Building & Construction
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!
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Categories: Building & Construction
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.
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Categories: Building & Construction
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!
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Categories: Building & Construction
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.
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Categories: Building & Construction
Monday June 16, 2008 |
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Matthew Lyons, Career Specialist
This video provides looks at the valuable organisations who are bringing careers information and skills to school students, equipping them for the world of work.
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Categories: Metals & Engineering
Sunday June 1, 2008 |
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Sutherland BEN & F1 in Schools
Have a look at the organisations who are bringing industry to schools and giving kids a hands-on experience of what it is like to work in a trade.
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Categories: Metals & Engineering
Sunday June 1, 2008 |
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REA & F1 in Schools at Menai High
Skills One visits Menai High to see the six steps the kids complete when taking part in F1 (Formula One) Program in schools. This program which sees kids creating a model car from scratch, is a great vehicle (quite literally!) for industry to be brought into schools, giving students practical skills and training.
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Categories: Metals & Engineering
Sunday June 1, 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.
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Categories: Manufacturing
Tuesday May 13, 2008 |
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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!
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Categories: Hospitality, Tourism & Services
Monday May 12, 2008 |
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