BUSY At Work

The BUSY Group is proud to announce that our BUSY Sisters program has partnered with TradesWomen Australia and is featured in their inaugural publication! This valuable resource celebrates the inspiring stories, challenges, and triumphs of women who are breaking barriers in the trades industry. With women representing just 3% of the workforce in male-dominated trades, we’re excited to see that percentage grow, with a recent report from the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations showing an 80% increase in women entering trade apprenticeships. This shift is essential not only for diversity and equality but also to address Australia’s growing skills shortages. Through our BUSY Sisters program, part of The BUSY Group, we empower women in trades by providing mentorship, a supportive community, and the resources needed to excel and thrive in the industry. Together, we can help break down barriers and build stronger, more inclusive workplaces. ✨ Read more 👉 https://lnkd.in/gZMWN3JF ARK Media #WomenInTrades #EmpoweringWomen #TradesWomenAustralia #BUSYSisters #BUSYAtWork

At BUSY At Work, we are leading the way in supporting, mentoring and retaining women in trades. But real change happens when we have strong allies. Across the country, industry leaders, decision-makers and influencers stand with us, backing the movement for greater female participation in male-dominated industries. Their leadership has paved the way, and together, we’re ensuring that women in trades are not just entering the workforce but thriving in it. "As BUSY At Work's Women in Trades Manager, my focus is on mentoring, retention and long-term success. Because when we invest in women, we strengthen industries, workplaces and futures. Change isn’t just coming; it’s happening, and we’re leading it!" - Tenille Riley - Women in Trades Manager. Happy International Women’s Day!

We look forward to attending the 2025 Master Builders Victoria International Women’s Day Breakfast tomorrow!    We can’t wait to connect with inspiring individuals in construction and engage in meaningful discussions about diversity, equity, and inclusion in our industry. Master Builders Association of Victoria #InternationalWomensDay2025 #WomenInConstruction #WomenInTrades

We’re absolutely delighted to welcome Kellie and the whole team at Squad to BUSY. We’re looking forward to an exciting future together, where we can help even more Apprentices and Trainees 🎉🥳 https://lnkd.in/gV6UYbMb Kerry Gibb Leonie Carlile Sue Loch Melanie Woodward Lee Aitken Stephen Riley Rhys Morris FIEP Dr. Kamal Dhaliwal Brett Gleeson Matt Little Kirsten Ibbotson Michele Woodrick Steve Craven Dianne Dayhew Craig Westwood The BUSY Group #unboundedpossibilities #apprenticeships #victoria #queensland #nsw

Exciting news for schools planning a Canberra trip in 2025 🌟 The Hon Jason Clare MP, Minister for Education, has announced that the 50% increased PACER rebate will continue throughout 2025! The Parliament and Civics Education Rebate (PACER) provides financial support for students in Years 4-12 to experience Canberra, Australia’s capital, helping them engage with Australia’s democracy, history, and governance. As part of their trip, students visit three of the four PACER-approved institutions: ✔️ Australian Parliament House ✔️ Museum of Australian Democracy (MoAD) ✔️ National Electoral Education Centre (NEEC) ✔️ Australian War Memorial (AWM) Start planning your Canberra trip today! Learn more 👉 https://lnkd.in/g49aWUQU #BUSYAtWork #busyatBUSY #PACER #Education #CanberraTrips #SchoolExcursions

Fulfilling goals as a proud First Nations Early Childhood Teacher 🙌 Starting as a Certificate III Educator, Charley dreamed of becoming an Early Childhood Teacher and with support from the Early Childhood Aboriginal Pathways Scholarships Program, she has completed her Bachelor of Early Education and is now helping to give kids the best start in life! As a proud Gunditjmara/Wemba Wemba woman, Charley believes that it is important that First Nations people can see each other in learning spaces and learn from each other. Her journey shows the power of education and culture in shaping brighter futures for her community 🌟 Read more about Charley’s incredible story 👉 https://lnkd.in/gh8W_aDb #FirstNationsPride #EarlyChildhoodEducation #InspiringJourney #BUSYAtWork #BUSYatBUSY

Dreaming of starting your own business but unsure where to begin? With our FREE Self-Employment Assistance Program, you’ll gain the tools and confidence to: ✔️ Launch Your Business ✔️ Attract Customers ✔️ Understand your Competition ✔️ Manage Your Finances 2025 is YOUR year to shine. Take the leap - your success starts here! Make Your Business Thrive in 2025! 👉 https://lnkd.in/gfyWxvkm #busyatwork #busyatbusy #selfemployment #program #workforceaustralia #smallbusiness

Perseverance pays off 🙌 Harley came to BUSY At Work looking for support to find work. Through our Workforce Australia Generalist program, our team were able to help him find employment with a local butcher, where he earned his First Aid certificate, Forklift license and HR Driver's license. This led Harley to find an even better opportunity with Town and Country Butcher Supplies 👏 Read more: https://lnkd.in/gpM-bAm6 #busyatwork #busyatbusy #workforceaustralia #employmentservices #support #butcher

Image description: a testimonial from CoAct Connect + BUSY At Work #Ingham customer Monique reads: “Real people who make you feel they're on the same level.” #TheCoActNetwork #WorkforceAustralia #CoActTestimonials #CoActxBusyAtWork

✨ How do I even begin to wrap up the 2024 year?! ✨ I am sure there are a lot of you out there who can relate. I feel like this year has disappeared in the blink of an eye, in a whirlwind of excitement and hard work. It certainly has been both an exciting and challenging year for the entire BUSY At Work - The Apprenticeship Community team and I am so proud of the hard work, determination and passion that each and every one of our team have shown over this time. All that hard work resulted in some truly fantastic achievements throughout the year, including successfully securing & implementing our new contracts across the country. What a team we have, I am blessed to quite honestly say that I work alongside some incredible minds, and there are many of them, starting with our brilliant CoAct strategic leadership team headed up by Simon Brown, our colleagues over BUSY At Work, Cassandra Horan, Kyle Brault, Sharon Hollis, Amber Agar and of course each of our awesome Apprentice Connect Provider teams nationally. I cannot wait to see what we all achieve together next year. A special shout out to Amanda Marwick, Kym Tierney and Jayde Thomas, my leadership team, I have watched you work so tirelessly for the success of your teams in Victoria and Perth. There are definitely days that I could not function without each of you, I am so grateful for all that you do. I wish every one of my connections here on LinkedIn, a safe festive season and I look forward to working with you in 2025! 🎄 Seaneade ArmourAdam Burnitt Melanie Howell Shae Carol Noble Melissa Gleeson Sarah Emms Devina Balendran Monique Fenner Nyssa de Waard Michael Willett Christie Angus Kelli L. Gemma Dwyer Tenille Reilly Jo Lilley