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June 26, 2019
Laycee Covington-Gorst: From Trainee to IT Professional
Bathurst local and Skillset Workforce Trainee Laycee Covington-Gorst has won the prestigious 2019 Trainee of the Year at the Western Training Awards Gala Night...
March 19, 2019
Finding Your Path After School: Tips for Young People
With the retirement age expected to rise to 67 by 2026-28, young people will soon work for 50 years or more. So it’s important to find what you love doing an...
January 18, 2019
Skillset Annual Report 2018/2019
October 18, 2018
Callum’s Journey Toward a Career in Game Design
Callum is a 19-year-old young man who registered with Skillset Youth Connect through the Bathurst Jobs Expo in August 2018. Callum completed his HSC at Denison...
September 21, 2018
Inspiring Career Journey: Vinnie’s Success with Skillset Youth Connect
Viniththa Vasanthakumar (Vinnie) was the recipient of the 2018 Skillset Workforce Youth Connect award for her amazing achievements and determination to develo...
January 18, 2018
Skillset Annual Report 2017/2018
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May 15, 2026
My Journey with Skillset – By Akira Tobitt
A few years ago, I felt very stuck in life. I knew I wanted more for myself, but I didn’t know where to start. That’s when I discovered Skillset and everyt...
August 20, 2025
“Every day you learn something new.” – Wes Nixon
A Passion for Building and Community Celebrating 13 years of marriage with wife Jess, Wes Nixon is a proud father of three daughters and an enthusiastic suppor...
June 23, 2025
International Women in Engineering Day
Meet Amy Shepard – Welding & Fabrication Apprentice at WF Industries, Dubbo After more than a decade working as a chef, Amy made a bold move. She swapped...
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August 3, 2026
The Power of Personal Branding
Whether you’re applying for a new role, building professional connections, or looking to progress your career, the way you present yourself matters. Your...
June 30, 2026
New Financial Year. New Opportunities.
Is it time for a fresh start? Why now is the time to make your move. Maybe you’ve been thinking… “I should probably start looking for somethi...
May 15, 2026
My Journey with Skillset – By Akira Tobitt
A few years ago, I felt very stuck in life. I knew I wanted more for myself, but I didn’t know where to start. That’s when I discovered Skillset and everyt...
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