--- title: News | APTC Media description: "The Australia Pacific Training Coalition (APTC) is a training excellence and collaboration centre. It was announced as an Australian Government initiative at the Pacific Islands Forum in 2006 and welcomed by the Pacific Island leaders. As Australia’s flagship Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) investment in the region, APTC collaborates with national governments, development partners, the private sector, organisations for people with disabilities, civil society organisations, and Pacific TVET institutions in ten countries: Fiji, Kiribati, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Tuvalu, and Vanuatu. APTC also works closely with industry representatives around the region to ensure its training programs are relevant and aligned with current and future career opportunities for graduates – careers where skilled employees are in high demand. 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It was announced as an Australian Government initiative at the Pacific Islands Forum in 2006 and welcomed by the Pacific Island leaders. As Australia’s flagship Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) investment in the region, APTC collaborates with national governments, development partners, the private sector, organisations for people with disabilities, civil society organisations, and Pacific TVET institutions in ten countries: Fiji, Kiribati, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Tuvalu, and Vanuatu. APTC also works closely with industry representatives around the region to ensure its training programs are relevant and aligned with current and future career opportunities for graduates – careers where skilled employees are in high demand. APTC offers Australian qualifications from Certificate II to Diploma level in various vocational areas. Highly regarded and qualified trainers deliver courses, and graduates will enjoy the benefits of an internationally recognised and accredited Australian qualification. APTC is an Australian Government initiative implemented by TAFE Queensland (RTO 0275) in partnership with the Pacific and Timor-Leste. Posts by APTC Media ## [Eighty-nine graduates earn qualifications through APTC](https://aptc.edu.au/news/eighty-nine-graduates-earn-qualifications-through-aptc) Samoa's future is looking brighter as 89 proud Samoan graduates, including 40 women and 49 men, recently graduated with Australian-standard qualifications through the Australia Pacific Training Coalition (APTC). [Read Story](https://aptc.edu.au/news/eighty-nine-graduates-earn-qualifications-through-aptc) [![APTC Media](https://aptc.edu.au/hubfs/Brand/APTC-Symbol-colour.svg)](https://aptc.edu.au/news/author/media) by [APTC Media](https://aptc.edu.au/news/author/media) 3 March 2025 [![](https://aptc.edu.au/hubfs/Photo%206%20-%20APTC%20graduates%20with%20guests.jpg)](https://aptc.edu.au/news/eighty-nine-graduates-earn-qualifications-through-aptc) [Samoa](https://aptc.edu.au/news/tag/samoa) [Media Releases](https://aptc.edu.au/news/tag/media-releases) ## [Fijians Get Hands-On Skills Boost to Tackle Job Market Challenges](https://aptc.edu.au/news/fijians-get-hands-on-skills-boost-to-tackle-job-market-challenges) In a concerted effort to address unemployment and stimulate economic growth in Fiji, a new skills training initiative was introduced recently, providing valuable opportunities for 200 Fijians to enhance their employability in the job market. [Read Story](https://aptc.edu.au/news/fijians-get-hands-on-skills-boost-to-tackle-job-market-challenges) [![APTC Media](https://aptc.edu.au/hubfs/Brand/APTC-Symbol-colour.svg)](https://aptc.edu.au/news/author/media) by [APTC Media](https://aptc.edu.au/news/author/media) 24 February 2025 [![](https://aptc.edu.au/hubfs/Photo%204%20-%20Microcredential%20participants%20in%20training.jpg)](https://aptc.edu.au/news/fijians-get-hands-on-skills-boost-to-tackle-job-market-challenges) [Fiji Islands](https://aptc.edu.au/news/tag/fiji-islands) [Media Releases](https://aptc.edu.au/news/tag/media-releases) ## [117 Tongans Graduate with Australian Qualifications, Boosting Local Skills](https://aptc.edu.au/news/117-tongans-graduate-with-australian-qualifications-boosting-local-skills) One hundred and seventeen Tongans have proudly graduated with Australian-standard qualifications in a range of technical and vocational fields, through the Australia Pacific Training Coalition (APTC). The graduates celebrated their achievements at a … [Read Story](https://aptc.edu.au/news/117-tongans-graduate-with-australian-qualifications-boosting-local-skills) [![APTC Media](https://aptc.edu.au/hubfs/Brand/APTC-Symbol-colour.svg)](https://aptc.edu.au/news/author/media) by [APTC Media](https://aptc.edu.au/news/author/media) 17 February 2025 [![](https://aptc.edu.au/hubfs/Photo%203%20-%20Graduates%20with%20VIP%20guests%20at%20graduation%20ceremony.jpg)](https://aptc.edu.au/news/117-tongans-graduate-with-australian-qualifications-boosting-local-skills) [Tonga](https://aptc.edu.au/news/tag/tonga) [Media Releases](https://aptc.edu.au/news/tag/media-releases) ## [Youth in Penama Province learn new skills to improve their livelihoods](https://aptc.edu.au/news/youth-in-penama-province-learn-new-skills-to-improve-their-livelihoods) Over 80 young people from Penama province enhanced their knowledge and skills through a series of non-accredited workshops delivered by the Australia Pacific Training Coalition (APTC). [Read Story](https://aptc.edu.au/news/youth-in-penama-province-learn-new-skills-to-improve-their-livelihoods) [![APTC Media](https://aptc.edu.au/hubfs/Brand/APTC-Symbol-colour.svg)](https://aptc.edu.au/news/author/media) by [APTC Media](https://aptc.edu.au/news/author/media) 6 February 2025 [![Photo 1 - All the participants with their certificates](https://aptc.edu.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Photo%201%20-%20All%20the%20participants%20with%20their%20certificates.jpg?width=1552&height=1027&name=Photo%201%20-%20All%20the%20participants%20with%20their%20certificates.jpg)](https://aptc.edu.au/news/youth-in-penama-province-learn-new-skills-to-improve-their-livelihoods) [Media Releases](https://aptc.edu.au/news/tag/media-releases) [Vanuatu](https://aptc.edu.au/news/tag/vanuatu) ## [Carving out a career to become a chef](https://aptc.edu.au/news/carving-out-a-career-to-become-a-chef) In the remote village of Henagaru in Goroka, Eastern Highlands Province of Papua New Guinea (PNG), dreams often feel out of reach due to challenging circumstances. For many Papua New Guineans living in remote areas, opportunities to thrive can seem a … [Read Story](https://aptc.edu.au/news/carving-out-a-career-to-become-a-chef) [![APTC Media](https://aptc.edu.au/hubfs/Brand/APTC-Symbol-colour.svg)](https://aptc.edu.au/news/author/media) by [APTC Media](https://aptc.edu.au/news/author/media) 17 December 2024 [![Judas Yawa, the Senior Sous Chef at Mt. Ararat Hotel in Mount Hagen, PNG, and a proud graduate of the Certificate III in Commercial Cookery from APTC shows his culinary skills.](https://aptc.edu.au/hubfs/Photo%20-%20Judas%20Yawa...-1.png)](https://aptc.edu.au/news/carving-out-a-career-to-become-a-chef) [Papua New Guinea](https://aptc.edu.au/news/tag/papua-new-guinea) [Alumni Impact](https://aptc.edu.au/news/tag/alumni-impact) ## [Australia boosts TVET sector with handover at Don Bosco Technical Institute](https://aptc.edu.au/news/australia-boosts-tvet-sector-with-handover-at-don-bosco-technical-institute) The Don Bosco Technical Institute has received a donation of essential training equipment and tools from Australia, providing a boost to the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) sector. [Read Story](https://aptc.edu.au/news/australia-boosts-tvet-sector-with-handover-at-don-bosco-technical-institute) [![APTC Media](https://aptc.edu.au/hubfs/Brand/APTC-Symbol-colour.svg)](https://aptc.edu.au/news/author/media) by [APTC Media](https://aptc.edu.au/news/author/media) 5 December 2024 [![Solomon Islands-Australia partnership is committed to strengthening the TVET sector in Solomon Islands with support of 46 ICT equipment and 20 training desks which was handed over to Don Bosco Technical Institute.](https://aptc.edu.au/hubfs/IMG_9370.jpg)](https://aptc.edu.au/news/australia-boosts-tvet-sector-with-handover-at-don-bosco-technical-institute) [Solomon Islands](https://aptc.edu.au/news/tag/solomon-islands) ## [Australia empowers Solomon Islands youth with new ICT equipment handover](https://aptc.edu.au/news/australia-empowers-solomon-islands-youth-with-new-ict-equipment-handover) Youth empowerment in the Solomon Islands has received a boost with a recent handover of new laptops, speakers, and headphones to the Solomon Islands National Youth Congress (SINYC) from the Australian Government. [Read Story](https://aptc.edu.au/news/australia-empowers-solomon-islands-youth-with-new-ict-equipment-handover) [![APTC Media](https://aptc.edu.au/hubfs/Brand/APTC-Symbol-colour.svg)](https://aptc.edu.au/news/author/media) by [APTC Media](https://aptc.edu.au/news/author/media) 5 December 2024 [![Mr Harry James Olikwailafa, the Solomon Islands National Youth Congress (SINYC) Chairperson, receiving ICT equipment during a formal handover with Australian High Commission representative, Monika Betts.](https://aptc.edu.au/hubfs/Australia%20empowers%20Solomon%20Islands%20youth%20with%20new%20ICT%20equipment%20handover.jpg)](https://aptc.edu.au/news/australia-empowers-solomon-islands-youth-with-new-ict-equipment-handover) [Solomon Islands](https://aptc.edu.au/news/tag/solomon-islands) [TVET Partners](https://aptc.edu.au/news/tag/tvet-partners) ## [Bethesda Disability and Support Centre receives essential equipment](https://aptc.edu.au/news/bethesda-disability-and-support-centre-receives-essential-equipment) The Bethesda Disability and Support Centre in Guadalcanal has received essential equipment and furniture from Australia enabling them to deliver inclusive training for its students. Items handed over include a generator (plus drum fuel), ICT equipmen … [Read Story](https://aptc.edu.au/news/bethesda-disability-and-support-centre-receives-essential-equipment) [![APTC Media](https://aptc.edu.au/hubfs/Brand/APTC-Symbol-colour.svg)](https://aptc.edu.au/news/author/media) by [APTC Media](https://aptc.edu.au/news/author/media) 25 November 2024 [![Australian High Commission representatives with Bethesda Principal, Mrs Thelma Awasi (centre), APTC Executive Director Nicki Baird (third from left) during the official handover. Australia donated ICT equipment, generator and classroom furniture to Bethesda Disability and Support Centre. ](https://aptc.edu.au/hubfs/Photo%201.jpg)](https://aptc.edu.au/news/bethesda-disability-and-support-centre-receives-essential-equipment) [Solomon Islands](https://aptc.edu.au/news/tag/solomon-islands) [TVET Partners](https://aptc.edu.au/news/tag/tvet-partners) ## [APTC empowers 78 Kiribati TVET educators with crucial skills](https://aptc.edu.au/news/aptc-empowers-78-kiribati-tvet-educators-with-crucial-skills) Seventy-eight educators from Kiribati’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions have enhanced their ability to effectively engage with staff and students, thanks to a series of professional development workshops conducted … [Read Story](https://aptc.edu.au/news/aptc-empowers-78-kiribati-tvet-educators-with-crucial-skills) [![APTC Media](https://aptc.edu.au/hubfs/Brand/APTC-Symbol-colour.svg)](https://aptc.edu.au/news/author/media) by [APTC Media](https://aptc.edu.au/news/author/media) 17 November 2024 [![Participants from TVET institutions in Kiribati recently took part in a series of professional development workshops conducted by the APTC in collaboration with the Kiribati Institute of Technology (KIT).](https://aptc.edu.au/hubfs/PARTIC~1.jpg)](https://aptc.edu.au/news/aptc-empowers-78-kiribati-tvet-educators-with-crucial-skills) [Kiribati](https://aptc.edu.au/news/tag/kiribati) [TVET Partners](https://aptc.edu.au/news/tag/tvet-partners) ## [154 Solomon Islanders graduate with Australian qualifications](https://aptc.edu.au/news/154-solomon-islanders-graduate-with-australian-qualifications) Australia celebrated a significant milestone for 154 Solomon Islanders at the SSEC Hall, Central Honiara, who graduated with Australian qualifications in August. [Read Story](https://aptc.edu.au/news/154-solomon-islanders-graduate-with-australian-qualifications) [![APTC Media](https://aptc.edu.au/hubfs/Brand/APTC-Symbol-colour.svg)](https://aptc.edu.au/news/author/media) by [APTC Media](https://aptc.edu.au/news/author/media) 14 November 2024 [![](https://aptc.edu.au/hubfs/1.%20154%20APTC%20graduates%20in%20the%20Solomon%20Islands%20celebrated%20their%20achievements%20at%20the%20graduation%20ceremony%20on%2029%20August%2c%202024..jpg)](https://aptc.edu.au/news/154-solomon-islanders-graduate-with-australian-qualifications) [Solomon Islands](https://aptc.edu.au/news/tag/solomon-islands) [Graduation](https://aptc.edu.au/news/tag/graduation) ## [APTC and SFESA partnership strengthens fire and emergency services in Samoa](https://aptc.edu.au/news/aptc-and-sfesa-partnership-strengthens-fire-and-emergency-services-in-samoa) The partnership between the Australia Pacific Training Coalition (APTC) and the Samoa Fire and Emergency Services Authority (SFESA) has helped to enhance fire safety and emergency response capabilities in the Samoan community through targeted capacit … [Read Story](https://aptc.edu.au/news/aptc-and-sfesa-partnership-strengthens-fire-and-emergency-services-in-samoa) [![APTC Media](https://aptc.edu.au/hubfs/Brand/APTC-Symbol-colour.svg)](https://aptc.edu.au/news/author/media) by [APTC Media](https://aptc.edu.au/news/author/media) 14 November 2024 [![](https://aptc.edu.au/hubfs/1.SFESA%20Commander%20Training%2c%20Kereta%20Samia%2c%20and%20Senior%20Station%20Compliance%20Officer%2c%20Iakopo%20Lesui%2c%20with%20their%20certificates%20after%20completing%20the%20HAZMAT%20Emergency%20Response%20course%20with%20FRV%20in%20Aust..jpg)](https://aptc.edu.au/news/aptc-and-sfesa-partnership-strengthens-fire-and-emergency-services-in-samoa) [Samoa](https://aptc.edu.au/news/tag/samoa) [TVET Partners](https://aptc.edu.au/news/tag/tvet-partners) ## [APTC supports sustainability in culinary arts](https://aptc.edu.au/news/aptc-supports-sustainability-in-culinary-arts) When it comes to creating cuisines and fine dining, chefs play a key role in providing this experience. [Read Story](https://aptc.edu.au/news/aptc-supports-sustainability-in-culinary-arts) [![APTC Media](https://aptc.edu.au/hubfs/Brand/APTC-Symbol-colour.svg)](https://aptc.edu.au/news/author/media) by [APTC Media](https://aptc.edu.au/news/author/media) 11 November 2024 [![](https://aptc.edu.au/hubfs/Chef%20Glen%20Kalmet%20from%20Erakor%20Island%20Resort%20showcases%20his%20culinary%20artistry%20at%20the%20recent%20Chef%20Culinary%20Competition%20and%20Masterclass%20held%20in%20Port%20Vila%2c%20Vanuatu..jpg)](https://aptc.edu.au/news/aptc-supports-sustainability-in-culinary-arts) [Vanuatu](https://aptc.edu.au/news/tag/vanuatu) Load More Stories   #### Subscribe to the latest APTC News & Events. 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