Events

When Claire Yorston took her original play Blue to Brisbane’s PIP Theatre, she wasn’t prepared for what came next.

After years working as a music roadie, security guard, and surveyor for energy companies, Troy Crooks never imagined his next chapter would unfold behind an easel instead of an amplifier.

At Stoddart Manufacturing, apprentices aren’t just learning a trade, they’re helping build the future of Australian manufacturing.

Brisbane Broncos players ranging from today’s men’s and women’s stars to up-and-comers have been trying on different careers for size at TAFE Queensland in 2025.

When Ila first stepped into the workshop at TAFE Queensland, she didn’t expect to be the only women in the room. But that didn’t stop her from diving headfirst into her engineering apprenticeship and quickly proving she could hold her own.

Grahame knows exactly what it’s like to be in his students’ shoes – because he’s been there himself.

Josh Jameson didn’t plan to become a fabricator. But after helping his stepfather install a butcher shop one Christmas, he found himself drawn into the world of metalwork and never looked back.

Fraser is living proof that it’s never too late to change direction and follow your passion.

When Steve Munro started his career in the engineering and fabrication industry, he never imagined that one day he’d be shaping the next generation of tradespeople.  

For Kristy Midgley, owner of Giggles Hair Studio, hairdressing is more than just styling – it’s about connection, creativity, and community.

For Charlotte, hairdressing isn’t just a job – it’s a passion rooted in creativity, connection, and a love of learning.

After years of working full-time in salons, Lisa Moore felt a pull toward something more.