WORLD-CLASS SKILLS ON SHOW

AUSTRALIA'S NEXT GENERATION OF TRADESPEOPLE SHOWCASED THEIR EXPERTISE AT THE RECENT WORLDSKILLS AUSTRALIA NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS AND SKILLS SHOW.

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The 2025 WorldSkills Australia National Championships and Skills Show in Brisbane brought together over 600 competitors from every state and territory, competing in more than 60 categories.

Held from June 12–14 at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, over 35,000 visitors attended the event, drawing interest from students, educators, employers, and members of the public.

Various disciplines were represented, including mechatronics, additive manufacturing, construction steel work, electrical installation and Industry 4.0.

The Additive Manufacturing Competition saw competitors ply their trade at one of the fastest-growing branches of modern engineering, one that is revolutionising the way parts are designed and built. The event tested creativity, technical knowledge and problem-solving ability as competitors used cutting-edge technologies to design lighter, stronger parts – ideal for harsh mining conditions and equipment maintenance.

The Industry 4.0 Competition required participants to integrate artificial intelligence, sensor technology, and machine-to-machine communication, creating innovations that could support automation and intelligent data systems in mining operations.