Melbourne’s links with the Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP) remain strong, as preparations get underway to mark its 70th birthday. AMEP is the nation’s largest English language program, supporting 60,000 migrants each year to gain the language skills they need to work and live in Australia. Assistant Minister for Vocational Education and Skills, Karen Andrews,…
Do not listen to Labor. Bill Shorten and the Labor Government have their facts wrong again. The Coalition has not cut one single cent from TAFE funding. Funding of TAFE has always been the responsibility of States and Territories. Assistant Minister for Vocational Education and Skills, Karen Andrews MP said, if Labor is so committed…
Great news for our many local school communities enriched by the work of School Chaplains! As part of this week’s Federal Budget, our Government has delivered an extra $247 million to continue our strong support for the National School Chaplaincy Programme. This funding means school chaplains can continue to provide pastoral care and run programs…
The Turnbull Government has outlined a clear plan, from the high chair to higher education, to ensure every student can choose the best education path to help them reach their potential. Australia’s education system needs to be better than it is today. Students, employers, families and the Government all recognise the challenges we face and…
For 25 years, the Australian Training Awards have paid tribute to excellence in Australia’s vocational education and training sector by showcasing people, businesses and organisations who have invested in real skills for real careers Assistant Minister for Vocational Education and Skills, Karen Andrews MP, today called for applications for the country’s preeminent award program. “The…
76 unsung local heroes have been acknowledged today with a McPherson Community Achiever Award celebrating their tireless dedication to volunteering. Federal Member for McPherson, Karen Andrews MP, said she was honoured to present the awards to such a diverse group of local heroes who voluntarily give their time and expertise to a myriad of clubs…
The real skills for real careers Australian Apprenticeships forum is a chance for industry leaders, training organisations, employers and apprentices to come together to exchange ideas and work on the challenges facing the sector. Local federal member and Assistant Minister for Vocational Education and Skills, Karen Andrews MP, will open the forum on the Gold…
Significant reforms announced today will ensure senior residents on the southern Gold Coast will receive safe, quality aged care. The Turnbull Government has announced reforms in aged care regulation, compliance, and complaints handling. These will be brought together under a new independent Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission. Member for McPherson, Karen Andrews, has welcomed…
The official “sod turning” and commencement of major works to upgrade the Mudgeeraba to Varsity section of the M1 has been welcomed by Federal Member for McPherson Karen Andrews. “This vital upgrade is something I have worked with our community to achieve. I am delighted that we will finally see the commencement of works to…
The Federal Government is set to trial new projects within the Adult English Migrant Program (AMEP) to improve employment outcomes and boost language confidence for new migrants. Assistant Minister for Vocational Education and Skills Karen Andrews said the trial projects have been announced through AMEP’s inaugural Innovative Projects initiative. “The projects include a podcast for…