Community
16 October, 2023
Council seals deal with TAFE
CAIRNS Regional Council and TAFE Queensland have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), which will help develop the workforce needs of the region’s priority industries.
The agreement will help strengthen Cairns’ appeal as a nationally and internationally renowned education city and provide more opportunities for apprentices and trainees.
Cairns Mayor Bob Manning said the signing of the MOU would formalise the strong and collaborative relationship that existed between the two organisations.
“Council recognises the important role TAFE Queensland plays in delivering fit for purpose Vocational Education and Training (VET) in Cairns and the Far North," he said.
“VET is critical to building and maintaining a skilled workforce and supporting the growth and prosperity of Cairns’ priority industry sectors."
TAFE Queensland acting general manager Susan Kinobe said the agreement further strengthened both organisations’ commitment to supporting the future sustainability of the region.
“At TAFE Queensland we know the power of education and training and how partnering with local industry and employers is crucial to delivering high quality, industry standard training that provides employers with a pipeline of skilled and job-ready workers,” she said. The MOU is for three years.
