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Two Southern Tablelands Group Training (STGT) apprentices have been named finalists in the Illawarra Industry Council’s Apprentice of the Year Awards.

Joshua (Tom) Whymark is a 28 year old fourth year Engineering Mechanical Apprentice from Yerrinbool who is hosted by Moss Vale company, Dux. James Mallon, 19, is a fourth year Engineering Fabrication Apprentice from Dapto, who is hosted by Joy Mining Machinery at Unanderra.  

Southern Tablelands Group Training is wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

The Trades Apprentice Income Bonus forms part of the Government’s continuing response to maintain the increase in commencements and retention of people in skills shortage traditional trade apprenticeships as the Australian economy continues to recover from the impact of the global recession.

The Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook (MYEFO) signals increased support for Australian apprentices as the Gillard Government continues to invest in the skills needed for a strengthening economy. From 1 January 2011, trade apprentices working in ‘skill shortage occupations’ will receive additional tax exempt bonuses of up to $1700 as they reach milestones during their training.

Southern Tablelands Group Training is celebrating our 5 year anniversary this month!

An STGT trainee has been nominated for the August awards with the Australian College of Commerce and Management.

Congratulations to Tyler Saunders who has been awarded the Quarterly Award at STGT.

Southern Tablelands Group Training Trainee Melissa Devlin was nominated Employee of the Month!