TAFE Queensland Continues Support for National Apprenticeship Week
MEDIA RELEASE: National Apprenticeship Week Australia is proud to announce the continued support of TAFE Queensland in 2026.
TAFE Queensland has been a dedicated supporter of National Apprenticeship Week since its inception in Australia in 2022, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to celebrating and promoting apprenticeships and traineeships across the nation.
National Apprenticeship Week is an inclusive initiative by MIGAS Apprentices & Trainees, running from 9 to 15 February 2026.
A Partnership Built on Shared Values
"We are incredibly humbled by TAFE Queensland's ongoing support," said Jason Banks, MIGAS National Strategy and Development Manager
"Their commitment since the very beginning of National Apprenticeship Week shows their genuine dedication to championing apprentices and investing in the future workforce. This partnership helps us amplify the important message that apprenticeships are a powerful pathway to meaningful, rewarding careers."
As Queensland's largest training provider, TAFE Queensland trains more than 25,000 apprentices and trainees annually across diverse industries including building and construction, automotive, engineering, hospitality, beauty, business, and many more.
Unlocking Potential and Building Brighter Futures
The 2026 theme, "It's in the making," celebrates the potential of every apprentice and the commitment of employers who invest in developing skilled talent. For apprentices, it recognises that success doesn't happen overnight – it's built through every hour of training, every task mastered, and every challenge overcome.
TAFE Queensland - SkillsTech General Manager Stephen Gates says the partnership reflects the important role Vocational Education and Training plays in shaping the skilled workforce Australia needs for the future.
"We see firsthand the transformation that occurs across an apprenticeship – the growth in confidence, capability, and career prospects is life changing,” Mr Gates said.
“TAFE Queensland is the state’s leading provider of apprenticeship training, and is proud to provide the apprenticeship and traineeship pathways Queenslanders need to build their trade careers.
“We have supported National Apprenticeship Week since its inception and are excited for another great week in 2026,” he said.
Street Party Celebration at TAFE Queensland
As part of National Apprenticeship Week 2026, TAFE Queensland’s Acacia Ridge campus will host a street party celebration on Wednesday 11 February 2026 from 7.00am to 9.00am. The event will bring together the apprenticeship community for a morning of celebration and connection.
Subway will be on-site providing complimentary breakfast subs, while MIGAS Apprentices & Trainees will be "Giving a Shout” with free drinks. TIACS, Foundation Charity Partner of National Apprenticeship Week, will also be in attendance alongside numerous companies from across the trades and apprenticeship sectors.
The street party represents the collaborative spirit of National Apprenticeship Week – bringing together all corners of the apprenticeship ecosystem to celebrate the achievements of apprentices and the employers and training providers who support them.
Join the Movement
National Apprenticeship Week brings together employers, apprentices, schools, training providers, and government to recognise the vital contribution apprentices and trainees make to Australian industries and communities.
Organisations across Australia are invited to get involved in National Apprenticeship Week 2026 by:
Celebrating their apprentices and trainees
Sharing stories on social media using #NAWA and tagging @National Apprenticeship Week Australia
Becoming a supporter of the initiative
Contact us to find out how your organisation can participate or become a supporter of National Apprenticeship Week.
About National Apprenticeship Week Australia
National Apprenticeship Week Australia (NAWA) celebrates the role of apprenticeships and traineeships in building the skills and confidence of individuals while strengthening Australian industries and the nation's economy.
Taking place annually in February, NAWA brings together stakeholders from across the apprenticeship ecosystem to recognise achievements, showcase career pathways, and highlight the crucial role employers play in developing tomorrow's workforce.
National Apprenticeship Week Australia 2026: 9-15 February – It's in the making