Transcript2020 QTA Tropical North Queensland regional award announcements

Opening Reel[Pre-recorded show reel with voice over]

MO: Welcome to the Tropical North Queensland regional final of the 2020 Queensland Training Awards.

These Awards celebrate the achievements of our top training performers and the significant contribution vocational education and training makes to communities across Queensland.

This year 18 inspiring individuals and 11 exemplary businesses and organisations have been selected from a competitive field across Tropical North Queensland as the finest examples of success and innovation in training.

We recognise Tropical North Queensland’s best apprentices, trainees, vocational students, VET teachers and trainers as well its employers and community-based organisations providing local training and employment opportunities.

We begin with our Acknowledgement of Country followed by a message from the Honourable Shannon Fentiman MP, Minister for Employment and Small Business and Minister for Training and Skills Development.

Acknowledgement of Country [Statics slide]

MO: The Queensland Training Awards acknowledge the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the Countries across Queensland and pay our respects to Elders past and present.

We acknowledge that this land was, and continues to be, walked on by Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Always Was, Always Will Be.

Message from the Minister[Pre-recorded message from the Minister plays]

Hello, and while I’m incredibly disappointed that we are not together in person, we are putting safety first and doing things a little differently this year

For the first time in the Awards’ 59-year history, we’ve gone exclusively online and I’m proud that we can continue this fine tradition of celebrating training in Queensland.

We know that skills and training will be crucial in our state’s economic recovery. And because of the great job we have all done in managing the health response, we can now focus on our plan to unite and recover for Queensland jobs. A big part of that plan is investing in training and backing our local businesses. So, it’s great to be able to celebrate and acknowledge our top training achievers and employers.

This year more than 700 talented and hardworking people, businesses community organisations and training providers across Queensland nominated for the awards.

Our nominees’ stories highlight the important role of vocational education and training to our state and communities right across Queensland

To all of our finalists, you should be exceptionally proud of your achievements. You are inspiring. The 11 awards to be announced tonight celebrate different people in organisations.

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To all of our finalists, congratulations and the very best of luck.

Thank you for sharing your passion, commitment and success in vocational education and training

Introduction - Organisational awards [Static slide with voice over]

MO: Thank you Minister Fentiman

We start with our employer and community training initiative categories and follow with our individual categories.

The organisational awards honour Queensland employers and community organisations who have made an exceptional contribution to training and development for staff or community groups.

Introduction Small Employer of the Year[Static slide with voice over]

MO: Small Employer of the Year

This award recognises outstanding achievement in the area of vocational education and training by a Tropical North Queensland business with 19 or fewer full-time staff.

The finalists are:

Finalist 1 - Small Employer of the Year [Static slide]

MO: Bama Cape York Services Cairns

Finalist 2 - Small Employer of the Year [Static slide]

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MO: GMH Electrical Contracting Carins

Finalist 3 - Small Employer of the Year [Static slide]

MO: Siv Air Cairns

Winner - Small Employer of the Year [Static slide]

MO: The winner of the 2020 Small Employer of the Year is

Bama Services

Bama Services is a social enterprise providing industry-based employment pathways for Indigenous people from around Far North Queensland in the fields of building and civil construction, landscaping and maintenance.

Bama has increased its competitiveness in the Far North Queensland market, enabling them to employ and support Indigenous men and women, and develop their skills and experience through training.

Bama continues to provide a personalised, case management approach to supporting employees, helping them to connect to multidisciplinary services such as housing, legal health and financial management.

Introduction - Medium Employer of the Year[Static slide with voice over]

MO: The Medium Employer of the Year award recognises outstanding achievement in the area of vocational education and

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training by a Queensland business with between 20 and 199 full-time staff.

The finalists are:

Finalist 1 - Medium Employer of the Year [Static slide]

MO: Department of Transport and Main Roads – RoadTek North Cairns

Finalist 2 - Medium Employer of the Year [Static slide]

MO: Norship

Finalist 3 - Medium Employer of the Year [Static slide]

MO: Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Winner - Medium Employer of the Year [Static slide]

MO: The winner of the 2020 Medium Employer of the Year is

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort is part of the Accor Group and provides employment and career opportunities to people in Far North Queensland.

Developing their people is key to Novotel’s success with a training philosophy is embedded in their culture.

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Recent examples of training success at the Novotel include one of their Hotel Management trainee graduates progressing on to complete a Certificate IV in Leadership and Management, as well as its two apprentice chefs, who are integral to the kitchen team and its operations.

Introduction - Large Employer of the Year[Static slide with voice over]

MO: Large Employer of the Year

MO: This award recognises outstanding achievement in the area of vocational education and training by a Queensland business with 200 or more full-time staff.

MO: The winner of the 2020 Large Employer of the Year is

Community Enterprise Queensland

Community Enterprise Queensland is committed to providing essential community services to Torres Strait and mainland Aboriginal communities.

These services focus on economic development and employment opportunities, as well as supporting environmental solutions, and good health and wellbeing options to all members of these communities.

It services aims to develop communities and their residents, through employment opportunities and career paths.

Community Enterprise Queensland is a major employer of local people and provides a range of training and development programs for staff working at the 28 outlets it operates — including grocery stores, fuel outlets, and multi-department homewares and hardware stores.

Introduction - Community Training Initiative of the Year

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[Static slide with voice over]

MO: The Community Training Initiative of the Year award recognises outstanding achievement by a community-based, not-for-profit organisation that provides assistance to Queenslanders who need support to gain the skills, experience and vocational education and training qualifications required to enter and stay in the workforce.

The finalists are:

Finalist 1 - Community Training Initiative of the Year [Static slide]

MO: Marlin Coast Neighbourhood CentreTrinity Park Program: Marlin Coast Skills Development Program

Finalist 2 - Community Training Initiative of the Year [Static slide]

MO: National Joblink CairnsProgram: Dreaming Big 2019

Winner - Community Training Initiative of the Year [Static slide]

MO: The winner of the 2020 Community Training Initiative of the Year isNational Joblink Cairns

National Joblink Cairns’ Indigenous Youth in Film and Events: Dreaming Big 2019 project provided six months’ full-time work to nine jobseekers under the guidance of a Film and Media expert.

Participants learned ‘on-the-job’ filmmaking skills, including digital media, sound and lighting, planning, production and much more.

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In addition, participants attained a Certificate I in Business and competencies in other accredited units, enabling them to gain immediate employment after the project.

Through mentoring, skills growth and boosts in self-confidence, 8 out of 9-member Dream Team are now engaged in employment or further training.

Show reel -Individual awards (max 5-10 secs)[Show reel runs with music]

MO: It’s time to celebrate our seven individual award categories.

Introduction - VET Teacher or Trainer of the Year[Static slide with voice over]

MO: VET Teacher or Trainer of the Year

This award recognises the outstanding achievement by a VET teacher or trainer providing nationally recognised training to students at a registered training organisation, or in partnership with a registered training organisation.

The finalists are:

Finalist 1 - VET Teacher or Trainer of the Year [Static slide]

MO: Michael BrookerWestern Cape College Weipa

Finalist 2 - VET Teacher or Trainer of the Year [Static slide]

MO: Renee Dembowski Australis College

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Finalist 3 - VET Teacher or Trainer of the Year [Static slide]

MO: Sue Edwards TAFE Queensland

Winner - VET Teacher or Trainer of the Year [Static slide]

MO: The winner of the 2020 VET Teacher or Trainer of the Year is

Sue Edwards

Sue has enjoyed a diverse career in teaching and nursing that has spanned many roles and sectors in health and community services.

In addition to teaching full-time at the local TAFE campus, Sue is also employed casually as a Registered Palliative Care Nurse at Gordonvale Hospital.

Sue is TAFE Queensland’s Lead Teacher in the award-winning Rural and Remote Aged Care Training Project.

She holds a Masters in Training and Development and draws on many years of experience to deliver a program that is changing the face of aged care in rural and remote communities.

Introduction - Equity VET Student of the Year[Static slide with voice over]

MO: The Equity VET Student of the Year award recognises outstanding achievement by an individual in overcoming a significant barrier or disadvantage to effectively participate in VET.

The finalists are:

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Finalist 1 - Equity VET Student of the Year [Static slide]

MO: Huong BaxterCertificate III in Individual SupportTraining provider: MiHaven, in partnership with MaraWay TrainingEmployer: Kewarra Aged Care

Finalist 2 - Equity VET Student of the Year [Static slide]

MO: Rikki BruceCertificate III in Individual SupportTraining provider: MiHaven, in partnership with MaraWay TrainingEmployer: Kewarra Aged Care

Finalist 3 - Equity VET Student of the Year [Static slide]

MO: Susan NortheyCertificate III in Individual SupportAustCare Training

Winner - Equity VET Student of the Year [Static slide]

MO: The winner of the 2020 Equity VET Student of the Year is

Rikki Bruce

Rikki’s biggest motivator was her children when she chose to enrol in the Certificate III in Individual Support at her local neighbourhood centre.

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Not only did she want a better life for her children, Rikki also wanted to show them they could achieve anything they set their minds to.

Having no qualifications or experience, the Certificate III in Individual Support course gave Rikki the opportunity to enter the workforce.

Rikki absolutely loves her job and has a real passion for being a carer for elderly people and giving back to the community.

Introduction - School-based Apprentice or Trainee of the Year[Static slide with voice over]

MO: School-based Apprentice or Trainee of the Year

The School-based Apprentice or Trainee of the Year award recognises the achievements of students who undertake a school-based apprenticeship or traineeship as part of their school studies.

The finalists are:

Finalist 1 - School-based Apprentice or Trainee of the Year [Static slide]

MO: Kyah Campigli Western Cape College Weipa Certificate II in Conservation and Land ManagementGroup training organisation: MRAELHost employer: Rio Tinto Aluminium Training provider: TAFE Queensland

Finalist 2 - School-based Apprentice or Trainee of the Year [Static slide]

MO: Bryce Cumming

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Atherton State High SchoolCertificate III in Electrotechnology ElectricianGroup training organisation: Skill360 Australia Host employer: Jason Cummings ElectricalTraining provider: Tec-NQ

Finalist 3 - School-based Apprentice or Trainee of the Year [Static slide]

MO: Zachary MayWestern Cape College Weipa Certificate II in Engineering PathwaysGroup training organisation: MRAEL Host employer: Rio Tinto Aluminium Training provider: TAFE Queensland

Winner - School-based Apprentice or Trainee of the Year [Static slide]

MO: The winner of the 2020 School-based Apprentice or Trainee of the Year is

Bryce Cummings

Bryce Cummings has always had a passion for things electrical and is now following in his father’s footsteps of becoming an electrician.

Through his apprenticeship, Bryce spends two days a week working and training with his host employer Jason Cummings Electrical Service.

This small business based on the Atherton Tablelands has introduced Bryce to many aspects of electrical work which he enjoys.

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Bryce is an advocate for vocational education and training, and looks forward to graduating with a qualification, practical skills, experience and access to a range of career opportunities. 

Introduction - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year[Static slide with voice over]

MO: The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year award recognises the outstanding achievement by an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander student within the Queensland VET sector.

The finalists are:

Finalist 1 - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year [Static slide]

MO: Danielle FourmileCertificate III in Early Childhood Education and CareTraining provider: MiHaven Training

Finalist 2 - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year [Static slide]

MO: Liamon Mudd Certificate III in Sport and RecreationTraining provider: TAFE Queensland

Finalist 3 - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year [Static slide]

MO: Latifah TurnerInnisfail State College

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Certificate II in Retail ServicesGroup training organisation and training provider: Murray Mallee

Training Company Host employer: REECE Group (Innisfail)

Winner - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year [Static slide]

MO: The winner of the 2020 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year is

Liamon Mudd

Moving to Cairns from Kowanyama to undertake a Certificate III in Sport and Recreation at TAFE Queensland was a challenge for Liamon.

With the support of the Youth Mobility Program, Liamon was able to access further education and find his pathway to success.

Liamon has an overwhelming passion for life and is constantly pushing to be a better, stronger and a more knowledgeable version of himself.

He is eager to share his experiences and enthusiasm with anyone who will listen and enjoys meeting new people and building connections.

Introduction - Vocational Student of the Year[Static slide with voice over]

MO: Vocational Student of the Year

The Vocational Student of the Year award is for outstanding achievement by a student who recently completed a VET qualification in Queensland.

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The finalists are:

Finalist 1 - Vocational Student of the Year [Static slide]

MO: Brittney CromieCertificate IV in Leadership and ManagementEmployer: Cairns Regional CouncilTraining provider: Leadership Management Australia

Finalist 2 - Vocational Student of the Year [Static slide]

MO: Liamon MuddCertificate III in Sport and RecreationTraining provider: TAFE Queensland

Finalist 3 - Vocational Student of the Year [Static slide]

MO: Johannes Schouten Diploma of Visual Arts  Training provider: TAFE Queensland

Winner - Vocational Student of the Year [Static slide]

MO: The winner of the 2020 Vocational Student of the Year is

Brittney Cromie

Brittney successfully completed a Certificate IV in Leadership and Management through her employer Cairns Regional Council.

Brittney’s biggest learning from the course was how to communicate in different circumstances and build relationships with her team and the wider organisation.

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The completion of her certificate has had a very strong and positive impact, not only in her work life but also her personal endeavours.

Brittney is looking forward to undertaking a diploma to continue her journey of development.

Introduction - Bob Marshman Trainee of the Year[Static slide with voice over]

MO: The Bob Marshman Trainee of the Year award recognises the outstanding achievement by a student who recently completed a traineeship in Queensland.

This award honours the late Bob Marshman — a former Director-General of the Department of Employment and Training, who was recognised as one of the foremost authorities on vocational education and training in Australia.

The finalists are:

Finalist 1 - Bob Marshman Trainee of the Year [Static slide]

MO: Shae Furler Certificate III in BusinessEmployer: EMG Workforce Training provider: Skill360 Australia

Finalist 2 - Bob Marshman Trainee of the Year [Static slide]

MO: Shaiarna KlimmCertificate III in Business AdministrationGroup training organisation: TORGAS Host employer: Indigenous Business Australia

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Training provider: TAFE Queensland

Finalist 3 - Bob Marshman Trainee of the Year [Static slide]

MO: Craig Trenberth Diploma of Aeroskills (Mechanical)  Employer: Hawker Pacific CairnsTraining provider: Aviation Australia

Winner - Bob Marshman Trainee of the Year [Static slide]

MO: The winner of the 2020 Tropical North Queensland Bob Marshman Trainee of the Year is

Craig Trenberth

For Craig, the Diploma of Aeroskills was the next step in his career development after completing his Certificate IV (4) in Aeroskills Apprenticeship two years ago with employer Hawker Pacific.

Craig was able to accelerate his learning, completing his traineeship in half the time and with an average assessment pass rate of around 90%.

Craig has sacrificed many personal activities to reach his aviation career goals and has demonstrated true determination.

Introduction - Harry Hauenschild Apprentice of the Year[Static slide with voice over]

MO: The prestigious Harry Hauenschild Apprentice of the Year award recognises outstanding achievement by a student who recently completed an apprenticeship in Queensland.

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This award is named after the late Harry Hauenschild who was Commissioner for Training in Queensland from 1990 to 2000. Harry was an icon of trade training and was a tireless advocate for vocational education and training in Queensland.

The finalists are:

Finalist 1 - Harry Hauenschild Apprentice of the Year [Static slide]

MO: Cameron Boscacci Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician and Certificate III in Instrumentation and ControlEmployer: ElectropicaTraining provider: TAFE Queensland

Finalist 2 - Harry Hauenschild Apprentice of the Year [Static slide]

MO: Scott ConnollyCertificate III in Electrotechnology Employer: Department of Transport and Main Roads - RoadTek North Cairns Training provider: TAFE Queensland

Finalist 3 - Harry Hauenschild Apprentice of the Year [Static slide]

MO: Sean TeschCertificate III in Landscape ConstructionEmployer: Outdoor Solutions QueenslandTraining provider: TAFE Queensland

Winner - Harry Hauenschild Apprentice of the Year [Static slide]

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MO: The winner of the 2020 Tropical North Queensland Harry Hauenschild Apprentice of the Year is

Cameron Boscacci

An electrical and instrumentation apprenticeship was something Cameron knew he wanted to do.

As their first ever apprentice MSF Sugar Tableland Mill took on, Cameron was successful in obtaining a dual trade apprenticeship.

Cameron has learned many work and life lessons and skills during his apprenticeship, including leadership and taking ... including leadership and taking pride in his work and profession.

Minister’s congratulations and close[Pre-recorded message from the Minister plays]

Well, well done to our regional finalists. This is tremendous recognition for each and every one of you.

You are all incredibly worthy ambassadors for training and the important role that it plays in our community.

The skills on display show how diverse our regions are and how important high-quality training is for industries and businesses across Queensland.

Congratulations to all of our regional winners.

Now more than ever, it is stories like yours that show how significant it is that Queenslanders have the skills they need to find meaningful jobs and access pathways for the future.

I look forward to seeing you progress to the state final of the Queensland Training Awards. I’ll see you then.

Winner show case and wrap up

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[Showcase with music and voice over]

MC: Thank you Minister Fentiman MP.

This closes the 2020 Central Region Queensland Queensland Training Awards.

Please join us again on 18 September for the online State Final to support your regional winners.

Thank you for watching.

End slide – Coat of Arms[Static slide with music]

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