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Lawlor congratulates local QBuild apprentices |
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| Posted by Administrator (admin) on Feb 15 2007 |
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Member for Southport Peter Lawlor today congratulated local up-and-coming tradesmen on being offered apprenticeships with QBuild South Coast region.
Mr Lawlor said Michael Duffy from Southport was among 101 new apprentices and trainees taking up a position with the State Government's construction and maintenance organisation in 2007.
He said that Michael was selected from more than 2,500 applicants.
"QBuild is one of the largest employers of construction and engineering industry apprentices as part of its substantial apprenticeship program," Mr Lawlor said.
"This State Government training initiative is a real investment in the future of our state's building industry as many QBuild apprentices eventually find work in the private sector.
"QBuild apprentices like Michael will gain experience in the maintenance of government buildings, including schools as well as helping construct new building projects throughout their region."
Mr Lawlor said Michael would undertake a carpentry apprenticeship whilst some other apprentices would undertake electrical apprenticeships.
"Today sees our future tradespeople starting careers with QBuild right across the state ranging from carpentry and plumbing to the ancient craft of stonemasonry," he said.
"The program represents a large investment in our state's regional skills base by providing opportunities for young Queenslanders in areas that have limited local employment prospects."
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