Hiring young people should be a smart, straightforward way to build your team — but it’s not always that simple. From navigating traineeships and funding to supporting mental health and keeping young staff engaged, it can feel overwhelming, especially when time is tight. But with the right advice and support, it’s absolutely doable — and it’s a smart move for the future of your business.

Mind the Gap is a practical, no-nonsense afternoon forum designed to help you cut through the confusion and get the tools you need to hire and keep young employees — confidently.

This event is proudly brought to you as a collaboration between the TCCI and our generous delivery partners headspace Hobart, MAS National, STEPS and Work & Training.

You’ll hear from local experts, connect with support services, and get honest advice from young people themselves. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to improve what you’re already doing, you’ll walk away with new insights, practical strategies, and a tailored pack of tools to take the next step.

What You’ll Get:

Practical, real-world advice on how to hire, support and retain young staff
Clear information about traineeships, apprenticeships and funding options
Local contacts and connections with support providers
Direct insights from young people about what actually makes a difference
A resource pack full of templates, tools and tailored contacts
Concierge Desk access for one-on-one support

Who It’s For:

Business owners and managers across all industries
Anyone hiring — or thinking about hiring — someone under 25
Employers looking for straightforward, practical support on growing their workforce

Download a copy of the program click here to view the program

Please note: The commercial ticket rate for this event is $795. Thanks to the generous support of our delivery partners — headspace Hobart, MAS National, STEPS and Work & Training — we’re able to offer these significantly subsidised pricing options to Tasmanian businesses.

Complementary networking event from 4pm – 5.30pm for those who are attending the forum.

Please select the correct ticket type when selecting the ticket.

Mind the Gap – Smart Strategies for Hiring, Supporting and Retaining Young Workers

Choose your tickets

Small to Medium Businesses (under 50 employees) ticket

Large Businesses (50+ employees) ticket

Small to Medium Business + Networking Event (4.00pm -5.30pm) ticket

Large Business + Networking Event (4.00pm-5.30pm) ticket