{"id":7733,"date":"2026-06-30T15:17:42","date_gmt":"2026-06-30T05:17:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/skillset.com.au\/?p=7733"},"modified":"2026-06-30T15:25:08","modified_gmt":"2026-06-30T05:25:08","slug":"skillset-partners-with-lifeline-central-west-to-strengthen-local-support-for-employees","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/skillset.com.au\/updates\/skillset-partners-with-lifeline-central-west-to-strengthen-local-support-for-employees\/","title":{"rendered":"Skillset partners with Lifeline Central West to strengthen local support for employees"},"content":{"rendered":"

Skillset has partnered with Lifeline Central West as the new provider of its Employee Assistance Program (EAP), marking a shift towards more locally connected and accessible support for staff across regional New South Wales.<\/p>\n

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Supporting the wellbeing of employees has long been a priority for Skillset, including the hundreds of apprentices and trainees employed across Western NSW. This new partnership reflects a conscious move to work more closely with organisations that understand the unique needs of regional communities.<\/p>\n

Lifeline Central West\u2019s strong local presence and experience delivering mental health and wellbeing services across the region make them well placed to support Skillset employees, wherever they are based.<\/p>\n

Through the partnership, employees will have access to a range of confidential services, including counselling, financial counselling, wellbeing resources, and specialised support for managers. The program also offers training and education initiatives focused on mental health awareness, resilience, and workplace wellbeing, supporting both individuals and teams.<\/p>\n

Skillset CEO Narelle Stocks said the partnership aligns closely with Skillset\u2019s commitment to supporting its workforce and investing in regional communities.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe safety, health and wellbeing of our workforce is a priority for Skillset, and this partnership allows us to build on that with a local provider that understands the communities our people live and work in. Having a locally connected partner like Lifeline means we can offer support that is not only accessible, but relevant to the realities of regional life.\u201d<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Lifeline Central West CEO Stephanie Robinson said the partnership represents an opportunity to strengthen support for the local workforce and the broader community.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019re proud to be working alongside Skillset to support the wellbeing of their staff and strengthen the vital work they do across our region. When we invest in the people supporting our communities, the impact extends far beyond the workplace. With both organisations supporting regional communities for more than four decades, this partnership is an exciting next step.\u201d<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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