In the media

ABL Apprenticeships Centre "In the media"

  • Northern Daily Leader: "New England Training Awards" 

    25th June 2011

    Local apprentice co-ordinator Libbi Redden from ABL Apprenticeships Centre attended the New England region training awards which saw a record number of nominations for 2011.  Apprentice of the year Ainsley Smith and Trainee of the year Rachel Jeffrey are acknowledged as regional winners.
     
  • Northern Daily Leader: "Generation Gap Covered"

    28th May 2011

    The employer and apprentice mentoring workshop held in Tamworth is mentioned as assisting to bridge the generation gap between employers and apprentices.  General Manager: Andrew Williams comments on the role which the generation gap plays in contributing towards creating better relationships in the workplace.  Olympic basketball silver-medallist Natalie Porter's role of discussing the importance of working to achieve a goal is highlighted.
     
  • ABC radio, Illawarra: "ABL Apprenticeships Centre host Apprentice and Employer event in Wollongong"

    16th February 2011

    Ex Olympian Natalie Porter and Olympic team psychologist Gavin Freeman will teach Gen Y apprentices how to work through tough situations at ABL Apprenticeships Centre's Wollongong mentoring event.
     
  • WIN News: "Kickstart mentoring initiative event in Wollongong"

    16th February 2011

    News story on the Kickstart mentoring event held at Chifley Wollongong discussing the government's Kickstart initiative aimed at increasing apprenticeship completion rates and its potential impact on the economy in the Illawarra region.
     
  • Wave FM Wollongong: "Kickstart mentoring initiative event in Wollongong"

    16th February 2011

    ABL Apprenticeships Centre, General Manager: Andrew Williams discusses how Gen Y apprentices can use social media to interact in an online community.
     
  • i98 FM, Wollongong: "Kickstart mentoring initiative event in Wollongong"

    16th February 2011

    Andrew Williams, General Manager ABL Apprenticeships centre, talks to the news desk about the purpose of the Kickstart mentoring initiative and the events being hosted by ABL Apprenticeships Centre.
     
  • Focus, New England:  "OZ Apprentice"

    1st February 2011

    Peter Rickard, Regional Manager Western NSW, ABL Apprenticeships Centre discusses options for school leavers and the national skills shortage.  Trent Rush, manager of Moxson's bakery provides a testimonial about ABL Apprenticeships Centre's valuable support.  Advertisement for ABL Apprenticeships Centre. 
     
  • Central Western Daily: "Business of keeping apprentices"

    25th January 2011

    The employer and apprentice mentoring workshop held in Orange is mentioned as assisting to bridge the generation gap between employers and apprentices.  Christine Rieksen comments on apprentice completion rates and the role which the generation gap plays in contributing towards apprentice dissatisfaction in the workplace.
     
  • Wee Waa News: "Attract new talent with an apprenticeship or traineeship"

    25th January 2011

    Pam Hill, Western NSW Consultant for Australian Business Limited Apprenticeships Centre discusses options for life after school for HSC graduates and the influx of talent for employers as a result.  Prue Jamieson, Director of Nurruby Children's Services Inc discusses the benefits of the traineeship program.
     
  • The Courier: "Attract new talent with an apprenticeship or traineeship"

    20th January 2011

    Pam Hill, Western NSW Consultant for Australian Business Limited Apprenticeships Centre discusses options for life after school for HSC graduates and the influx of talent for employers as a result.  Prue Jamieson, Director of Nurruby Children's Services Inc discusses the benefits of the traineeship program.
     
  • WIN News: "Kickstart Mentoring Initiative Event in Orange"

    20th January 2011

    News story on the Kickstart mentoring event held at Orange Ex-Services Club discussing the government's Kickstart initiative aimed at increasing apprenticeship completion rates.
     
  • Channel 7 Prime News.  "Generation Y Apprentices"

    20th January 2011

    Christine Rieksen comments on the mentoring program which is mentioned as assisting to bridge the generation gap between employers and apprentices and improve apprentice completion rates.  The benefits of undertaking an apprenticeship are discussed as are financial incentives that are available to employers.
     
  • 666 Canberra - Mornings with Alex Sloan. "Andrew Williams talks about the benefits of an Apprenticeship, including the earn while you learn model."

    19th January 2011

    Andrew Williams, General Manager, ABL Apprenticeships Centre discusses options for life after school for HSC graduates and the influx of talent for employers as a result.
     
  • 2UE - Drive with The Two Murrays. "Andrew Williams talks about the benefits of an Apprenticeship, including the earn while you learn model."

    19th January 2011

    Andrew Williams, General Manager, ABL Apprenticeships Centre discusses options for life after school for HSC graduates and the influx of talent for employers as a result.
     
  • Channel 10 News. "Andrew Williams on career options after the HSC"

    15th December 2010

    Andrew Williams, General Manager, ABL Apprenticeships Centre features on a Channel 10 report about the HSC, and the next step for students after completing their schooling
     
  • 104.7 Canberra's Hit Music Station - Scotty and Nige. "Andrew Williams urges HSC school leavers to consider an apprenticeship or traineeship"

    15th December 2010

    Andrew Williams, General Manager, ABL Apprenticeships Centre urges HSC school leavers to consider other options apart from university, including apprenticeships and traineeships which provide you with skills for life.
  • 2 SM News Headlines. "Andrew Williams explains about the vairety of viable career paths avialbale through as apprenticeships"

    15th December 2010

    Andrew Williams, General Manager, ABL Apprenticeships Centre discusses a number of career paths and options avilable to HSC graduates as an apprenticeship.
     
  • Classic Hits 101.7 FM Radio Station. Jonesy and Amanda in The Morning: "Andrew Williams talks about options for HSC school leavers"

    15th December 2010

    Andrew Williams, General Manager, ABL Apprenticeships Centre discusses options for life after school for HSC graduates. Australian Apprenticeships are a viable option with a great career path for those who don't get the marks or are not interested in university studies.
     
  • ABC radio, Western NSW: "Andrew Williams talks incentives and mentoring with ABCs Dugald Saunders"

    14th October 2010

    Andrew Williams, General Manager, ABL Apprenticeships Centre is interviewed by ABC Western NSW in Dubbo about the Kickstart Extension Initiative and ABL Apprenticeships Centre's new mentoring and support program
     
  • Dubbo Daily Liberal: "Apprenticeships aplenty with support program"

    14th October 2010

    Aspiring tradespeople don't need to leave Dubbo, explains ABL Apprenticehsips Centre General Manager, Andrew Williams. Mr Williams was in the region to discuss ABL Apprenticeships Centre's mentoring and support program with local organisations, as well as meet with local emplyers regarding the great incetives available. 
     
  • Cessnock Advertiser: "Cessnock chef named best apprentice in NSW"

    22nd September 2010

    Cessnock chef Garreth Robbs was named Apprentice of the Year at the 2010 NSW Training Awards. Minister for Education and Training, The Hon. Verity Firth has presented the NSW Training Awards at a special event in Sydney. Ms. Firth also thanks principal sponsor ABL Apprenticeships Centre for their ongoing support of the NSW Training Awards.
     
  • Bay Post Moruya Examiner:  "Apprentices a winning formula for Nature Coast"

    15th September 2010

    Gone are the rigid days of senior high school at Moruya. Today’s students are proving that the flexibility they’re afforded to complete their senior
    schooling while getting a start on an apprenticeship or traineeship is a winning formula.
     
  • Glen Innes Examiner: "There has never been a better time to take on an apprentice"

    26th August 2010

    Pam Hill explains the Federal Government's Apprentice Kickstart initiative for new young apprentices aged 19 years and under as well as the incentives available for adult apprentices. The ABL Apprenticeships Centre New England Consultant also discusses the apprenticeships centres new mentoring program designed for apprentices and their employers.
     
  • ABC Radio, South Coast:  "Andrew Williams talks incentives with ABCs Ian Campbell"

    25th August 2010

    Andrew Williams, General Manager, ABL Apprenticeships Centre interviewed by ABC South Coast in Bega about Kickstart Extension initiative
     
  • The Magnet, Eden: "Pambula apprentices awarded for achievements"

    19th August 2010

    Hammond Conversions apprentices, Rory Kleinitz and Jack Burch have recently be honored with Outstanding Achievement awards from Victoria's Kanagan Institute Automotive Centre for Excellence. The Pambula business specialises in custom built stretch limousines and hearses.
     
  • The Manly Daily: "Award finalist links school with trade - Patrick plugs gap" 

    19  August 2010

    Year 12 St Augustine's College student, Patrick Nicol studies three days a week at school, one day on the job with his employer Andrew Cross Plumbing and one day at Tafe. The apprentice plumber is one of three finalists in the NSW school-based apprentice of the year category of the 2010 NSW Training Awards.
  • The Courier Narrabri: "Local apprentices help strengthen Narrabri's mining industry" 

    15  July  2010

    The recent extension of the Federal Government’s Apprentice Kickstart program is great news for local businesses in Narrabri. Mining company Lovton Coal is reaping the rewards of this program. Pam Hill, Western NSW Consultant for Australian Business Limited Apprenticeships Centre discusses the benefits of the program with company representative Wade Tordoff who looks are the success of their three apprentices.