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In 2019, an opportunity appeared that would alter the direction of Josiah Little’s life forever. A traineeship as an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker had opened in Bundaberg. At the time, Josiah didn’t realise this moment would spark a career built on purpose, cultural strength and a passion for community.

More than 20 years after first studying at TAFE Queensland, dental prosthetist Penny Brady has returned to the classroom - this time as a lecturer helping students build the skills and confidence to transform lives.

Barber and former barbershop owner Junior Faamalele teaches Certificate III in Barbering (SHB30516) and Certificate II in Salon Assistant (SHB20216) at Salon on Mary, located within TAFE Queensland’s Ipswich campus.

For Tavanah McGee, a career in veterinary nursing is more than a job, it’s the fulfilment of a lifelong connection with animals and a powerful personal achievement shaped by resilience, determination and purpose.

For four and a half years, Riddick Staunton worked on offshore drilling rigs around the world, spending long stretches in the middle of the ocean before returning home for extended breaks between swings. For some, that downtime is a chance to rest - but for Riddick, it became a turning point.

Australian photographer and videographer Elle Leontiev has been crowned Open Winner at the 2026 Sony World Photography of the Year awards in London, earning top honours in an internationally recognised competition for her striking image The Barefoot Volcanologist.

With a background spanning professional sport, psychology and athlete wellbeing, Mike Kennedy has joined TAFE Queensland to help shape the next generation of wellbeing leaders through the Academy of Sport.

What began as a childhood curiosity about computers has become a ticket to the world stage for Dylan Wondal, who will represent Australia in cyber security at the WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai this September.

Zane Connors comes from a strong building background. His family are involved in commercial and residential building in country Victoria. He studied construction management at university but soon realised he wanted a more hands-on career.

When Grace Lindeman began studying at TAFE Queensland, she was looking for a way to turn her creativity into opportunity.

After finishing high school in 2022 unsure of what direction her career might take, Rose McMahon made a decision that would shape not only her future but inspire those around her.

TAFE Queensland is proud to extend its partnership with the Parramatta Eels through the continued expansion of the Eels Institute, with a new hybrid dual diploma program commencing in July 2026.