Events

When deciding which study option is best for you it can be easy to get overwhelmed. Is TAFE or university better? Everyone seems to have a different opinion on what the 'right' answer is, making it hard to separate fact from opinion.

The TAFE Queensland Scholarship Foundation recently hosted a vibrant networking breakfast at the South Bank campus, bringing together scholarship recipients, sponsors, donors, and distinguished guests to celebrate educational achievement and community support.

For Minungka McInerney, studying Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) advocacy support work is more than a qualification - it’s a calling deeply connected to his culture, community, and personal experience.

When most students were juggling homework and exams in Year 11, Sharni Pritchard was learning to ice cakes, proof dough, and serve customers at one of Brisbane’s most popular artisan bakeries.

As much as we'd like to think that making a resolution will set us up for success, good goal setting is a little more complicated than that.

Belinda Survilla, a talented student from TAFE Queensland’s Coomera creative campus has won the Student Design category at the Building Designers Association of Australia (BDAA) 2025 Awards for her innovative ‘Tiny Home’ project.

Ipswich local apprentice Xanda Kerss has been named the CSQ Outstanding Apprentice of the Year at the 2025 TAFE Queensland – SkillsTech CSQ Apprentice Awards.

For Warren Marshall, a trip to Brisbane usually means catching up with family - but recently, it’s also meant getting his smile back.

TAFE Queensland has partnered with the Australian Kookaburra Kids Foundation to provide community services students with practical experience in supporting young people affected by mental illness during their studies.

Driven by almost 40 years of industry experience, Brad Coombs returns to TAFE Queensland to upskill the next generation of rec vehicle apprentices.

TAFE Queensland’s strong industry connections continue to open doors for students, with Diploma of Music – Sound Production teacher Heath Storrie recently being invited into the inner workings of global rock giants Metallica’s live audio setup and bringing a student along for the once-in-a-lifetime experience.

The collective works of the Sunshine Coast’s next big creatives were put on display for the community to enjoy, with TAFE Queensland hosting its Creative Showcase on Friday 14 November at its Nambour campus.