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2023 Major Award Winners

CONGRATULATIONS AWARD WINNERS!

The Major Awards celebrate the achievements of students who have wowed their lecturers, employers and peers. All graduates of 2023 have done an amazing job in completing their studies – however these students have truly excelled.

Central Regional TAFE staff and Governing Council would like to congratulate all Nominees and Award Winners for their efforts and hard work. 

Geraldton

Aboriginal & Torres Straight Islander Student of the Year

Sharita Croft, Certificate IV In Preparation for Health and Nursing Studies

Sponsored by Rio Tinto

Apprentice Student of the Year

Fraser Ismail, Certificate III in Engineering, Fabrication Trade

Sponsored by Bendigo Community Bank Geraldton

Cultural Diversity Training Award

Sin Ee Wong, Diploma of Project Management

Sponsored by the Foreshore Geraldton

Trainee Student of the Year

Kyiesha Ronan, Certificate II in Workplace Skills

Sponsored by Humfrey Land Developments

International Student of the Year

Giovanna De Rosa, Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Sponsored by Mitsui E&P Australia

Vocational Student of the Year

Angelique Jones, Diploma of Project Management, Diploma of Leadership and Management and Diploma of Business

Sponsored by MWCCI

Kalgoorlie

Aboriginal & Torres Straight Islander Student of the Year

Raymond Binsiar, Certificate III in Engineering - Fixed and Mobile Plant Mechanic

Sponsored by BHP

Apprentice Student of the Year

Luke Barnewall, Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology

Sponsored by Northern Star Mining Services

Cultural Diversity Training Award

Baigalmaa Mepham, Certificate III in Business

Sponsored by Lynas Rare Earths

Trainee Student of the Year

Nikita Patten, Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

Sponsored by Evolution Mining

Vocational Student of the Year

Rebecca Carrington, Certificate IV in Mental Health

Sponsored by Lynas Rare Earths

Northam

Aboriginal & Torres Straight Islander Student of the Year

Hayden Blackshaw, Certificate IV In Preparation for Health and Nursing Studies

Sponsored by KEEDAC

Apprentice Student of the Year

Mako Chappell, Certificate III in Agricultural Mechanical Technology

Sponsored by Lions International

Cultural Diversity Training Award

Ilonah Capoy, Certificate IV In Preparation for Health and Nursing Studies

Sponsored by Bendigo Bank Toodyay & Districts

James Dawson Award

Lhea Stasiuk, Certificate III in Animal Care Services

Sponsored by Essential Personnel

Trainee Student of the Year

Poppy Blohm, Certificate III in Automotive Sales

Sponsored by the Shire of Northam

Vocational Student of the Year

Rebecca Mulholland, Certificate IV in School Based Education Support

Sponsored by Darren West MLC

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We thank our valued sponsors for their ongoing support of our Major Awards.

Your celebration of the next generation of industry leaders is appreciated.

Thank you to the sponsors of the Midwest & Gascoyne Major Awards:

Rio Tinto

Bendigo Community Bank Geraldton

The Foreshore Geraldton

Humfrey Land Developments

Mitsui E&P Australia

Midwest Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Thank you to the sponsors of the Goldfields Major Awards:

BHP

Northern Star Mining Services

Lynas Rare Earths

Evolution Mining, Mungari

Thank you to the sponsors of the Wheatbelt Major Awards:

KEEDAC

Lions International

Bendigo Bank Toodyay & Districts

Essential Personnel

Shire of Northam

Darren West MLC

 

Other Awards

VETDSS Awards

The Vocational Education and Training Delivered to Secondary Students Awards (VETDSS) recognises excellence in students undertaking Vocational Education and Training Programs in schools and is a significant strategy to enhance the profile of these programs. It is recognises the partnerships between Central Regional TAFE and local businesses who continue to support students in hosting valuable work placement opportunities.

The VETDSS Awards also includes Employer Awards which recognise the support of business and industry with the VETDSS program.

The Mid West & Gascoyne Vocational Education and Training Delivered to Secondary Students Awards (VETDSS) recognises excellence in students undertaking Vocational Education and Training Programs in schools and is a significant strategy to enhance the profile of these programs in the Mid West and Gascoyne regions. It is also a time to recognise the partnerships between Central Regional TAFE and local businesses who continue to support Students in hosting valuable work placement opportunities.

The Vocational Education and Training Delivered to Secondary Students (VETDSS) Employer Awards recognise the support of business and industry with the VETDSS program and can be nominated by any member of School Staff, Parent/Guardian, Student or Central Regional TAFE employee involved in the program.

An Awards evening is held in October each year at our Geraldton Campus.

For schools: the Awards are an excellent promotional tool and validation of how your innovative training programs have benefited your students.

For businesses: the Awards provide a benchmark of excellence that places your organisation at the forefront in an increasingly competitive market.

All Student Category Award Winners will receive a $100 gift voucher to use in their industry and a framed certificate recognising their achievement.  All Category Finalists will also be recognised at the Award event.

The highlight of the event is the announcement of the overall Mid West and Gascoyne VETDSS Student of the Year Award presented to the most outstanding student from any of the nominated categories in year 11 or 12 who will win a 32GB iPad.

Student nominations for the Mid West and Gascoyne VETDSS Awards are welcome from any Teacher, Trainer, VET Coordinator or Host Employer in the Mid West or Gascoyne region.

Employers may be nominated by any member of School Staff, Parent/Guardian or Student involved in the program in the Mid West or Gascoyne region. Categories include:

All applicants must meet the eligibility criteria to apply. Check the eligibility section in the Student Category Guidelines or Employer Nomination Pack to ensure you meet the eligibility requirements and are nominating in the correct category.

For students, all nominations must be approved by their School Principal and Parent/Guardian. 

For further assistance please contact:

Alison Noble - Coordinator Education & Training Programs

P: (08) 9956 2802  |  E: vetdss@crtafe.wa.edu.au

WA Training Awards

The WA Training Awards recognise and reward outstanding achievements of apprentices, trainees and vocational students, and the contribution to training made by trainers, training organisations and employers. Winners of Central Regional TAFE Student Awards are strongly encouraged to apply for the WA Training Awards.  

Students or lecturers may enter the awards in the following categories:

  • WA Apprentice of the Year
  • WA School-based Apprentice of the Year
  • WA Trainee of the Year
  • WA Vocational Student of the Year
  • WA Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year
  • WA Cultural Diversity Training Award
  • WA International Student of the Year
  • WA Trainer of the Year

Applications open at the start of each year and the link for information including selection criteria, eligibility criteria, key dates and tips for applicants will be available to download.

Visit the Department of Training and Workforce Development website (opens in a new tab) for more information including the application criteria and to download the application guide.

Australian Training Awards

These are the peak national awards that showcase best practice in vocational education and training (VET). The Australian Training Awards recognise and celebrate excellence and are an important mechanism for promoting the benefits of vocational education and training.

Winners from each state and territory compete for a national award title. This has led to Australia-wide awareness and respect for skill-cased careers and skills excellence.

For more information about the Australian Training Awards visit their website.