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Prospective apprentices and host employers researching construction training in Victoria often encounter two terms that sound similar but describe very different arrangements: Group Training Organisation, and labour hire. The difference is significant, and it shapes what an apprenticeship looks like in practice. In simple terms, a labour hire firm places workers into jobs. A Group...

Women remain underrepresented in construction trades in Australia, although the proportion of women entering apprenticeships has been increasing over the past decade. Industry bodies, government programmes, and Group Training Organisations across Victoria are actively working to support more women into the sector, recognising both the workforce need and the value of broader representation across the...

The construction industry is a physically demanding sector that requires sustained energy, focus, and resilience. Looking after wellbeing, both physical and mental, is widely recognised as an important part of building a long and successful career in the trades. For apprentices entering the industry, establishing healthy habits and knowing how to access support form part...

A question worth considering when entering a trade apprenticeship is what comes after the Certificate III. The qualification itself is sometimes treated as the end point of the journey, when in practice it is the foundation of a much broader career. Many tradespeople work in their qualified trade for the entirety of their career, and...

The opening month of a trade apprenticeship represents one of the most significant transitions in an apprentice’s working life. It involves entering an established work environment, beginning formal training, meeting the CORE team, and adjusting to the rhythm of construction site work. With the right preparation, this period sets a strong foundation for the years...