Nominations Open for 2008 Trades & Skills Teacher of the Year
The Institute for Trade Skills Excellence (The Institute) has announced the 2008 Trades and Skills Teacher of the Year Awards are open for nomination online.
University option not preferred for mining
While it's been well reported that Queensland and Western Australia are experiencing a mining boom, the same cannot be said for the number of school leavers taking University mining courses.
Attracting women into mining
In an attempt to lure more women into the ever-expanding mineral resources sector, the industry is aiming to double the percentage of females working in the industry by 2020.
Student Guides: How To Become A Mining Apprentice
Hoping to strike gold with a career in the Minerals Industry? But you don’t really know where to start? We've pulled together a guide of what's in an apprenticeship, how to get one and what the best part of getting involved in the industry!
Preparing young people for a career in mining
A new mining industry training project is set to be piloted on the east coast of Queensland in an effort to improve the quality of training for the resources sector.
Jacqui - MetallurgistHer parents wanted Jacqui to get into medicine, but she wasn't interested. She decided to get a hands-on role where she could savour the country side and challenge her scientific mind - with a job in metallurgy in mining.
Tracey Hickmott - Environmental officerNot many recent graduates have quite so much variety in their work - and as much freedom to pursue their passions - as this Environmental Officer in rural New South Wales. Her average day could be dealing with everything from feral animals to public speaking.
Tim Austin: Blast Hole DrillerDrilling for Success: Tim Austin is just 22 and enjoying the rewards of a career in the booming mineral resources industry.
