Author: Vincent Tripodi

In 2023, more Apprentices completed their training with a remarkable 13.6% increase in the completion rate compared to the previous year. This growth may reflect the increase in training rates over the recent years. However, the trend didn’t keep up in 2023, experiencing a drop in the number of people in training by 12%. Despite… Continue reading Apprenticeship Completion Rates. What the Statistics Tell Us?

It’s hard to finance some down time activities when you are on a wage that may only support maintaining your cost of living expenses, but it is very important to ensure that we are recharging our batteries by getting out and about. Activating the senses to enhance our moods, reduce stress and supports a positive… Continue reading Low Cost Events Around Australia

What many saw as a barrier, Arnold transformed into an asset. After conquering the bodybuilding world, Schwarzenegger set his sights on a career in Hollywood. Despite initial reservations about his Austrian accent, he found that, for certain roles, it could be the secret to his success. “When I did ‘Terminator,’ Jim Cameron said, ‘What made… Continue reading Turning Obstacles Into Opportunities: Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Path to Success

Are you preparing to re-enter the workforce after a short break? Transitioning back to work after a break can leave you feeling a bit blue. However, with these five tips, you can’t only survive the return to work but also feel energised to engage with your team and maintain total focus to manage your tasks… Continue reading 5 Tips to Survive the Return to Work Blues

As of the 1st January 2024, the Trade Support Loan was renamed to the Australian Apprenticeship Support Loan. The qualifications listed as eligible to apply for this loan was also updated and you may find that you are now able to access this loan for financial support while you are completing your Apprenticeship. You can… Continue reading Financial Support for Australian Apprentices

As of the 1 January 2024, the existing Trade Support Loan (TSL) will be renamed to the Australian Apprenticeship Support Loan (AASL) to reflect the expanding eligibility that will now include all Australian Apprentices working in priority occupations, including those in the non-trade occupations for the first time These changes will align TSL eligibility with… Continue reading Upcoming Changes to the Trade Support Load (TSL)