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While you can’t always avoid stress, you can learn to manage it and protect yourself from its negative impacts. This is what we refer to as resilience.“Psychologists Felicity and Kevin Baker, along with Jo Burrell in 2021, define resilience as a set of mental processes and behaviours that enhance personal strengths and shield against the… Continue reading How to Navigate Stress and Foster a Supportive Work Environment?

Let’s give a round of applause to Chey Sullivan, who won two prestigious NECA Excellence Awards in Tasmania last month. Employed by Contact Group, Chey was honoured as the Commercial/Domestic Apprentice of the Year and also received the Women in Energy award at the ceremony held on September 7. Our team signed Chey up to… Continue reading Chey Sullivan Scores Double Victory at NECA Excellence Awards in Tasmania

What better way to kick off National Skills Week than by sharing the incredible journey of Chris Blowes? A former apprentice turned successful builder and surf champion, Chris’ story is nothing short of inspiring.Last month, Chris graced our Mas National Apprentice Connect Provider Conference in Sydney, offering a fresh perspective on overcoming challenges and setbacks.… Continue reading From Tragedy to Triumph: Chris Blowes’ Inspiring Journey as a Builder and Champion Surfer

Are you ready to take your apprenticeship to the next level? Then join Mas Achieve, a new national program designed to ensure the success of Mas National apprentices and employers. At Mas, we understand that an apprenticeship is more than a career path — it’s a life journey. That’s why we offer a holistic support… Continue reading Mas Achieve: A Comprehensive Support Program for Apprentices

Today, we make a difference, but remember, you can make a difference everyday, by asking; “R U OK?” Life is full of ups and downs, and much can change over the course of a year. While September reminds us to focus on mental health and support to our peers, it’s important we maintain this supportive… Continue reading R U Ok?

Sometimes, the right support is all it takes to get your life back on track. That’s exactly what 17-year-old Harry Hill found when he joined our Trails program last year.Harry became a dad at 14, which changed his life early on. Coupled with various challenges, this led him to drop out of school while grappling… Continue reading Back on Track: How the TRAILS Program Transformed Lives Through Support and Mentorship

Exceptional talent and being at the top of your game is great, but the little things count just as much as your skills.If you really want to stand out in the crowd and make strides in your career, paying attention to your attitude is a must.“Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference,”… Continue reading What Attitudes Can Hinder Your Career?

Let’s give a BIG round of applause  to one of our apprentices, Marley Courtney, for winning Apprentice of the Year at the Riverland NAIDOC Week Awards!Marley began her Fabrication Apprenticeship with SA Water in February and is already excelling in her field.Congratulations Marley on this outstanding achievement! 

If the projections are true, the Artificial Intelligence workforce is expected to expand fivefold in the next seven years.A recent report from the Tech Council of Australia suggests that a 500% increase in AI professionals could boost Australia’s economy by $115 billion through productivity gains.This surge in tech jobs will also heighten the demand for… Continue reading Which Industry is Expected to Grow in Australia?