It’s been a busy quarter in the world of carpentry, writes Carpentry Australia Sales and Development Coordinator Nathan Quinn.
CARPENTRY AUSTRALIA (CA) represented our members along with the 27,000 attendees at the WorldSkills event in Melbourne.
WorldSkills showcases Australia’s best in vocational education and careers.
The CA team flew the carpentry industry flag advocating for the next generation of Australian carpenters. In August, 250 apprentices from Holmesglen TAFE’s Building and Construction trade embraced their free membership with CA, Affording each apprentice further development opportunities and their own CA portal profile.
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Apprentices were excited to walk away with gift packs from Milwaukee, Wood Solutions, IMAR, Wurth, King Gee, Buildex, Ramset and Paslode. CA’s September member event united more than 60 members, from individual operators to small teams, to enjoy food, drinks, and good times.
Some Chipping away It’s been a busy quarter in the world of carpentry encounters resulted in forces joining between teams for upcoming projects! These CA monthly member events run across various locations in Victoria and NSW (Queensland soon to come) and are an important foundation for connection and companionship.
Grab your diary! In October, CA is coming to Sydney! We’ll be hosting a sponsored business success workshop to support Sydney chippies, followed shortly after by our Happy Hour Event on Pitt Street. Members and non-members welcome. Want to join us at this event? Call us on 1300-652-779 to register your place.
NATIONWIDE COMMUNITY & COLLABORATION
At CA, we firmly believe in the power of unity, and we’ve built our foundation on the principle that no carpenter stands alone. Our mission— raising the standards in carpentry, by uniting, uplifting, and providing the right support to the passionate individuals who dedicate their careers to carpentry.
WHY DO WE EMPHASISE COMMUNITY AND SUPPORT?
Disturbing current statistics show that male apprentice suicide rates are 2.5x higher than any other demographic in Australia. Furthermore, over 50 per cent of apprentice cancellations are attributed to mental health issues. This is truly CA got around both the WorldSkills and Holmesglen to catch up with apprentices in what was a busy month for chippies shocking, and at CA, we are at the forefront of addressing this crisis with positive action.
A COLLECTIVE VOICE, A SHARED VISION
Carpentry Australia is built on three key pillars:
- 1. Nationwide Community & Collaboration
- Our Development Pathway
- Support and Advocacy Nationwide Community and Collaboration is our collective voice, we empower our members to be heard and respected.
Together, we shape a brighter future. From starting your apprenticeship, to obtaining your builders licence, growing your business or team, and everything in-between. Our goal is for you to have a long and successful career in carpentry.
If you’re looking for to thrive as a carpenter call 1300-562-779 or visit here.
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