Tasmanian Launch Of National Skills Week 2025

Join us for the Tasmanian Launch of National Skills Week 2025, taking place on Thursday, 28th August from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm at Drysdale Restaurant, TASTAFE Collins Street Campus , 59 Collins Street Hobart. 

This evening event will bring together key figures from government, industry, and education to celebrate the achievements and future of skills and vocational training in Tasmania. Guests will enjoy an inspiring program in a vibrant setting, with opportunities to connect, share insights, and recognise the critical role of skills in shaping the state’s workforce. Business attire is required, and registration is essential. We look forward to welcoming you to this special occasion.

Program Highlights

• Keynote Address and remarks from by Minister Skills and Training. [To be confirmed- pending election]

• Welcome address by TasTAFE Interim CEO Will McShane.

• National Skills Week launch and remarks, Brian Wexham CEO and Chair

• Panel Discussion: Introduction and storytelling from an amazing group of people representing the best in skills excellence drawn from Tasmanian Industry and the Tasmanian Training awards.

• Opportunity to connect with TasTAFE team, VET Stakeholders, Industry professionals, SkillsOne team, and others. 

  The event offers a valuable opportunity to network and share ideas with industry and government leaders, and key stakeholders across the VET sector.
  
  Event Details:
  Style: Cocktail
  Dress Code: Business attire.
  Please RSVP by Thursday 20th August 2025

  Spaces are limited, and registration is essential. We look forward to welcoming you to this important celebration.

We look forward to celebrating National Skills Week with you at Drysdale Restaurant.

About TasTAFE

TasTAFE is the largest public provider of vocational education and training in Tasmania. They deliver training through a modern network of 16 campuses and training facilities located across Tasmania, as well as in the workplace and online.

About National Skills Week

National Skills Week was founded on four key areas of focus, notably to dispel the negative perceptions that surround vocational education and training (VET), highlight its diversity, the career pathways, and the success stories that emanate from VET, plus bring focus to emerging skills needs, and industry trends.

Photography disclaimer

Please be advised that photographs, videos and audio will be captured during this event. These images may be used by SkillsOne for promotional purposes, including but not limited to, our website, social media platforms, newsletters, and other marketing materials. By attending this event, you consent to being photographed and recorded, and you grant SkillsOne full rights to use the images resulting from the photography/video filming.   If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed, please inform the photographer or the registration desk at the event.  Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!