Tag: Training

Australia is gearing up for a significant shift towards electrified vehicles and it’s not just about swapping out petrol and diesel for batteries – it’s about ensuring the workforce is ready for the changes ahead.  The Independent Tertiary Education Council Australia (ITECA) – the peak body representing independent skills training, higher education, and international education … Continue reading Transport electrification needs workforce reskilling, and fast

In response to mounting pressure, the Australian Government has broadened the requirements to make it easier for apprentice mechanics to work on electric vehicles (EVs), along with offering an incentive to attract them – a move welcomed by the Australian Automotive Dealer Association (AADA), the Motor Trades Association of Australia (MTAA), and the Australian Automotive … Continue reading Industry welcomes New Energy Apprenticeships payment broadening for EV technicians

On May 14, Australian federal treasurer Jim Chalmers unveiled the 2024-25 Federal Budget, introducing a variety of new spending initiatives in line with the principles from the previous year’s Infrastructure Policy Statement, where the government prioritised investments to enhance productivity, improve liveability and promote sustainability.  These measures aim to address and support industry demand while … Continue reading Federal budget presents skills opportunities

The countdown is well and truly on for Wire & Gas 2024, Asia-Pacific’s pinnacle event for professionals in the automotive air-conditioning, electrical and thermal management sectors. Contents Finishing touches are now being made for the convention – which starts on Friday August 23 and runs until Sunday August 25 – with The Westin Brisbane chosen as … Continue reading Wire & Gas 2024: Everything you need to know

The VASA Board, event sponsors, exhibitors, and technical experts have worked hard to ensure the 2024 Wire & Gas event offers tremendous opportunity for everyone attending. We truly could not deliver such a high-quality event without the generous support of our sponsors, exhibitors and partners so this page is in tribute to them. Platinum sponsor … Continue reading Wire & Gas 2024 exhibitor and sponsor roundup

Platinum Sponsor NAPA Auto Parts will give one lucky Wire & Gas delegate an Autel MaxiSys 10″ Wireless Diagnostic Scan Tool with VCI Programming Device valued at $5600! The MaxiSYS MS909 is a 9.7″ touchscreen Android-based advanced diagnostic tablet powered by an Octa-core processor, 128GB memory and features an advanced VCI supporting latest DoIP, D-PDU … Continue reading Win a $5600 scan tool at Wire & Gas!

VASA is thrilled to announce the full line-up of 12 expert speakers and high levels of industry support for Wire & Gas 2024, Asia-Pacific’s pinnacle event for professionals in the automotive air-conditioning, electrical and thermal management sectors. Scheduled from August 23 to 25, 2024, with a new venue at the heart of Queensland’s capital – … Continue reading Wire & Gas 2024: Line-up of 12 expert speakers confirmed