Brisbane 5 August 2013. Fifty-eight state finalists will compete for eleven awards at the 52nd Queensland Training Awards to be held in Brisbane on 13 September.

Education, Training and Employment Minister John-Paul Langbroek today announced the full list of finalists from across Queensland who in the running for this year’s awards.

“The Queensland Training Awards are the state’s highest recognition for vocational education and training excellence across the seven regions,” Mr Langbroek said.

“Our training industry is brimming with examples of outstanding achievement and more than 600 entries were received from across Queensland this year.

“Apprentices, trainees, vocational students, teachers, trainers, registered training organisations and employers all play a key role in growing Queensland’s four-pillar economy in the tourism, agriculture, resources and construction industries.

“Congratulations to all state finalists for their achievements and best wishes to all for the state awards.”

The eleven categories for the state awards include – Harry Hauenschild Apprentice of the Year,  Bob Marshman Trainee of the Year, School-based Apprentice or Trainee of the Year, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year, Vocational Student of the Year, Vocational Education and Training Teacher or Trainer of the Year, Small Employer of the Year, Employer of the Year, Small Training Provider of the Year, Large Training Provider of the Year and The Premier’s Industry Collaboration Award.

Winners of the eleven state awards will progress to the Australian Training Awards held in Perth on Friday 22 November.

Mr Langbroek said the Newman Government has invested in a first class training system - Great Skills. Real Opportunities.

“It is a five year plan to revitalise Queensland’s Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector that gives students and employers greater choice and access to quality training,” he said.

“The Newman Government is dedicated to the economic and social prosperity of Queensland.

“Together, with the 58 Queensland Training Awards state finalists, we can grow a strong, four pillar economy, by boosting productivity and increasing participation in the workforce.”

Harry Hauenschild Apprentice of the Year

Kyle Patience - South East Queensland regional winner
Training Provider: SkillsTech Australia
Qualification: Certificate III in Carpentry
Employer: Hutchinson Builders

Fletcher Cox - North Queensland regional winner
Training Provider: Mount Isa Institute of TAFE
Qualification: Certificate III in Electrotechnology (Systems Electrician)
Employer: Xstrata Mount Isa Mines

Sarah Lacey - Central Queensland regional winner
Training Provider: Central Queensland Institute of TAFE
Qualification: Certificate III in Electrotechnology (Electrician)
Employer: Aurizon

Nicole Simkin - Metropolitan regional winner
Training Provider: Southbank Institute of Technology
Qualification: Certificate III in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery)
Employer: Summit Restaurant

Caleb Chiverton - Darling Downs South West Queensland regional winner
Training Provider: Southern Queensland Institute of TAFE
Qualification: Certificate III in Engineering (Fabrication Trade)
Employer: Ozcon Industries

David Hill - Far North Queensland regional winner
Training Provider: Tropical North Queensland Institute of TAFE
Qualification: Certificate III in Systems Electrician
Employer: Ergon Energy

Ross Maidens - North Coast regional winner
Training Provider: SkillsTech Australia
Qualification: Certificate III in Electrotechnology (Electrician)
Employer: Anglo American Metallurgical Coal Pty Ltd
GTO: East Coast Apprenticeships

Bob Marshman Trainee of the Year

Josh Davis - South East Queensland regional winner
Training Provider: Prestige Service Training
Qualification: Certificate III in Tourism
Employer: Dreamworld

Morgan-Leigh Sandilands - North Queensland regional winner
Training Provider: Barrier Reef Institute of TAFE
Qualification: Certificate III in Business
Employer: Theiss Pty Ltd

Maddison Kirkpatrick - Central Queensland regional winner
Training Provider: The Training Academy - Mackay
Qualification: Certificate III in Business
Employer: MRAEL Ltd

Sharnie Sue Yek - Metropolitan regional winner
Training Provider: Australian Child Care Career Options
Qualification: Certificate III in Children's Services
Employer: Mayfield State School Parents and Citizens' Association

Rhys Walsh-Tindall - Darling Downs South West Queensland regional winner
Training Provider: Sunshine Coast Institute of TAFE
Qualification: Certificate IV in Information Technology (Networking)
Employer: CS Energy - Kogan Creek Power Station
GTO: The Apprenticeship Company

Sarah Henderson - Far North Queensland regional winner
Training Provider: Barrier Reef Institute of TAFE
Qualification: Certificate III in Tourism
Employer: Cook Shire Council

Alec Milligan - North Coast regional winner
Training Provider: Australian Sports Academy
Qualification: Certificate III in Sports Coaching
Employer: Noosa Yacht and Rowing Club

Vocational Student of the Year

Melissa Davies - South East Queensland regional winner
Training Provider: Metropolitan South Institute of TAFE
Qualification: Diploma of Nursing

Asha Kiran - North Queensland regional winner
Training Provider: TP Human Capital
Qualification: Diploma of Management

Janae Carige - Central Queensland regional winner
Training Provider: Central Queensland Institute of TAFE
Qualification: Certificate III in Children’s Services

Sarah Blake - Metropolitan regional winner
Training Provider: Mater Education Limited
Qualification: Diploma of Nursing

Frances Hayden - Darling Downs South West Queensland regional winner
Training Provider: UQ - Gatton Vocational Education Centre
Qualification: Diploma of Agriculture

Naina Gurung - Far North Queensland regional winner
Training Provider: Tropical North Queensland Institute of TAFE
Qualification: Certificate III in Education Support

Katherine Lobban - North Coast regional winner
Training Provider: Brisbane North Institute of TAFE
Qualification: Diploma of Nursing

School-based Apprentice or Trainee of the Year

Ryan Grant - South East Queensland regional winner
Training Provider: Kings International College Ltd
Qualification: Certificate III in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery)
School: Marymount College
Employer: Little Truffle Restaurant

Ethan Walden - North Queensland regional winner
Training Provider: RITE
Qualification: Certificate II in Agriculture
School: Spinifex State College
Employer: Rural Industry Training & Extension Limited

Robert Johnson - Central Queensland regional winner
Training Provider: Central Queensland Institute of TAFE
Qualification: Certificate III in Engineering (Mechanical Trade)
School: Sarina State High School
Employer: Hastings Deering (Mackay)

Joshua Whitehead - Metropolitan regional winner
Training Provider: SkillsTech Australia
Qualification: Certificate III in Carpentry
School: Wavell State High School
Employer: QBuild

Jessica Harvey - Darling Downs South West Queensland regional winner
Training Provider: Australian Institute of Personal Training
Qualification: Certificate III in Fitness
School: St Ursulas College
Employer: Gerrard Rider Health & Fitness

Edward Sayward - Far North Queensland regional winner
Training Provider: Tropical North Queensland Institute of TAFE
Qualification: Certificate III in Engineering (Mechanical Diesel Fitting)
School: Woree State High School
Employer: Cairns Regional Council
GTO: Skill360 Australia

Payton Jennings - North Coast regional winner
Training Provider: Australian Agriculture College
Qualification: Certificate III in Agriculture
School: Noosa District State High School
Employer: Onyx Park

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year

Breeanna Suey - South East Queensland regional winner
Training Provider: First Impressions Resources
Qualification: Certificate III in Business
Employer: Maxima/Westpac
GTO: Maxima Group Training

Morgan-Leigh Sandilands - North Queensland regional winner
Training Provider: Barrier Reef Institute of TAFE
Qualification: Certificate III in Business
Employer: Theiss Pty Ltd

Kiara Rippon - Central Queensland regional winner
Training Provider: The Training Academy
Qualification: Certificate III in Business
Employer: MRAEL Ltd

Ben Gall - Metropolitan regional winner
Training Provider: Southbank Institute of Technology
Qualification: Diploma of Justice Studies

Chantal Harth - Darling Downs South West Queensland regional winner
Training Provider: Southern Queensland Institute of TAFE
Qualification: Certificate III in Business Administration
Employer: CROW FM 90.7

Jamie Naylor - Far North Queensland regional winner
Training Provider: Skills Queensland
Qualification: Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques
Employer: Cardno Bowler Pty Ltd

Kristal Muggleton - North Coast regional winner
Training Provider: Sunshine Coast Institute of TAFE
Qualification: Dual Certificates III & IV in Education Support

VET Teacher/Trainer of the Year

Annette Winch - South East Queensland regional winner
Gold Coast Institute of TAFE – Southport

Liz Hennig - North Queensland regional winner
Kirwan State High School

Wendy Thomas - Central Queensland regional winner
Central Queensland Institute of TAFE

Ian Taylor - Metropolitan regional winner
Southbank Institute of Technology

Murray Shelton - Darling Downs South West Queensland regional winner
Southern Queensland Institute of TAFE

Cate Ashmore - Far North Queensland regional winner
Dedicated Training & Consulting Group Cairns

Paula Ingles  - North Coast regional winner
Sunshine Coast Institute of TAFE