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 …

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17 December 2024

Regina drives change, empowering women in the TVET sector

Meet Regina Kombuk Murang, the Senior Head Trainer at Mt Hagen Technical College (MHTC) and an alumna of the Australia Pacific Training Coalition (APTC).

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18 September 2024

Naisen Nambahin wins TAFE Queensland ‘Educator of the Year’ Award

TAFE Queensland has recognised Naisen Nambahina as ‘Educator of the Year’.

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17 September 2024

APTC trainer takes on an international role

Individual Support Trainer, Miliakere Nasaroa, fondly known by her former students as Aunty Mili at the Australia Pacific Training Coalition (APTC), has shown that success can be achieved with passion, hard work, and support. A graduate of APTC and a …

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31 July 2024

Graduate credits APTC training for promotion, encourages others to upskill

Allan Hanam, from Madang Province in Papua New Guinea, is on a path to success and is thankful for having sacrificed time to upskill with the Australia Pacific Training Coalition (APTC).

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20 June 2024

From APTC graduate to mental health champion: Alumnus leads counselling efforts to make a difference

“Be the change that you wish to see in the world and always be ready to lend a helping hand.”

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15 May 2024

APTC graduate rises to senior plumbing trainer in New Zealand

Ameet Pillay, a Fijian-born plumber, is making significant strides in New Zealand's Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) sector, inspiring and training the next generation of plumbers.

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24 April 2024

Molina Kwato’o blazes the trail as first female trainer for hospitality at APTC Solomon Islands

Molina Kwato’o has made her community proud by becoming the first woman to hold the position of national trainer for the Certificate II in Hospitality program at the Australia Pacific Training Coalition (APTC) Solomon Islands Campus.

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9 April 2024

Leah unlocks opportunities in early childhood education

Leah Bongtou is a pioneer for women in Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) in Vanuatu.

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14 March 2024

Australia supports female electrician break barriers in the Solomon Islands

Through support from Australia, electrician Marywen Falea Siau is providing electricity to communities in the Solomon Islands through sustainable projects.

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11 March 2024