2023 Major Award Winners
CONGRATULATIONS AWARD WINNERS!
The Major Awards celebrate the achievements of students who have wowed their lecturers, employers and peers. All graduates of 2023 have done an amazing job in completing their studies – however these students have truly excelled.
Central Regional TAFE staff and Governing Council would like to congratulate all Nominees and Award Winners for their efforts and hard work.
Geraldton
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year
Sharita Croft, Certificate IV in Preparation for Health and Nursing Studies
Sponsored by Rio Tinto
Apprentice Student of the Year
Fraser Ismail, Certificate III in Engineering, Fabrication Trade
Sponsored by Bendigo Community Bank Geraldton
Cultural Diversity Training Award
Sin Ee Wong, Diploma of Project Management
Sponsored by the Foreshore Geraldton
Trainee Student of the Year
Kyiesha Ronan, Certificate II in Workplace Skills
Sponsored by Humfrey Land Developments
International Student of the Year
Giovanna De Rosa, Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
Sponsored by Mitsui E&P Australia
Vocational Student of the Year
Angelique Jones, Diploma of Project Management, Diploma of Leadership and Management and Diploma of Business
Sponsored by MWCCI
Kalgoorlie
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year
Raymond Binsiar, Certificate III in Engineering - Fixed and Mobile Plant Mechanic
Sponsored by BHP
Apprentice Student of the Year
Luke Barnewall, Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology
Sponsored by Northern Star Mining Services
Cultural Diversity Training Award
Baigalmaa Mepham, Certificate III in Business
Sponsored by Lynas Rare Earths
Trainee Student of the Year
Nikita Patten, Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Sponsored by Evolution Mining
Vocational Student of the Year
Rebecca Carrington, Certificate IV in Mental Health
Sponsored by Lynas Rare Earths
Northam
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year
Hayden Blackshaw, Certificate IV in Preparation for Health and Nursing Studies
Sponsored by KEEDAC
Apprentice Student of the Year
Mako Chappell, Certificate III in Agricultural Mechanical Technology
Sponsored by Lions International
Cultural Diversity Training Award
Ilonah Capoy, Certificate IV in Preparation for Health and Nursing Studies
Sponsored by Bendigo Bank Toodyay & Districts
James Dawson Award
Lhea Stasiuk, Certificate III in Animal Care Services
Sponsored by Essential Personnel
Trainee Student of the Year
Poppy Blohm, Certificate III in Automotive Sales
Sponsored by the Shire of Northam
Vocational Student of the Year
Rebecca Mulholland, Certificate IV in School Based Education Support
Sponsored by Darren West MLC
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We thank our valued sponsors for their ongoing support of our Major Awards.
Your celebration of the next generation of industry leaders is appreciated.
Thank you to the sponsors of the Midwest & Gascoyne Major Awards:
Rio Tinto
Bendigo Community Bank Geraldton
The Foreshore Geraldton
Humfrey Land Developments
Mitsui E&P Australia
Midwest Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Thank you to the sponsors of the Goldfields Major Awards:
BHP
Northern Star Mining Services
Lynas Rare Earths
Evolution Mining, Mungari
Thank you to the sponsors of the Wheatbelt Major Awards:
KEEDAC
Lions International
Bendigo Bank Toodyay & Districts
Essential Personnel
Shire of Northam
Darren West MLC
Other Awards
VETDSS Awards
The Vocational Education and Training Delivered to Secondary Students Awards (VETDSS) recognises excellence in students undertaking Vocational Education and Training Programs in schools and is a significant strategy to enhance the profile of these programs. It is recognises the partnerships between Central Regional TAFE and local businesses who continue to support students in hosting valuable work placement opportunities.
The VETDSS Awards also includes Employer Awards which recognise the support of business and industry with the VETDSS program.
The Mid West & Gascoyne Vocational Education and Training Delivered to Secondary Students Awards (VETDSS) recognises excellence in students undertaking Vocational Education and Training Programs in schools and is a significant strategy to enhance the profile of these programs in the Mid West and Gascoyne regions. It is also a time to recognise the partnerships between Central Regional TAFE and local businesses who continue to support Students in hosting valuable work placement opportunities.
The Vocational Education and Training Delivered to Secondary Students (VETDSS) Employer Awards recognise the support of business and industry with the VETDSS program and can be nominated by any member of School Staff, Parent/Guardian, Student or Central Regional TAFE employee involved in the program.
An Awards evening is held in October each year at our Geraldton Campus.
For schools: the Awards are an excellent promotional tool and validation of how your innovative training programs have benefited your students.
For businesses: the Awards provide a benchmark of excellence that places your organisation at the forefront in an increasingly competitive market.
All Student Category Award Winners will receive a $100 gift voucher to use in their industry and a framed certificate recognising their achievement. All Category Finalists will also be recognised at the Award event.
The highlight of the event is the announcement of the overall Mid West and Gascoyne VETDSS Student of the Year Award presented to the most outstanding student from any of the nominated categories in year 11 or 12 who will win a 32GB iPad.
Student nominations for the Mid West and Gascoyne VETDSS Awards are welcome from any Teacher, Trainer, VET Coordinator or Host Employer in the Mid West or Gascoyne region.
Employers may be nominated by any member of School Staff, Parent/Guardian or Student involved in the program in the Mid West or Gascoyne region. Categories include:
All applicants must meet the eligibility criteria to apply. Check the eligibility section in the Student Category Guidelines or Employer Nomination Pack to ensure you meet the eligibility requirements and are nominating in the correct category.
For students, all nominations must be approved by their School Principal and Parent/Guardian.
For further assistance please contact:
Alison Noble - Coordinator Education & Training Programs
P: (08) 9956 2802 | E: vetdss@crtafe.wa.edu.au
WA Training Awards
The WA Training Awards recognise and reward outstanding achievements of apprentices, trainees and vocational students, and the contribution to training made by trainers, training organisations and employers. Winners of Central Regional TAFE Student Awards are strongly encouraged to apply for the WA Training Awards.
Students or lecturers may enter the awards in the following categories:
- WA Apprentice of the Year
- WA School-based Apprentice of the Year
- WA Trainee of the Year
- WA Vocational Student of the Year
- WA Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year
- WA Cultural Diversity Training Award
- WA International Student of the Year
- WA Trainer of the Year
Applications open at the start of each year and the link for information including selection criteria, eligibility criteria, key dates and tips for applicants will be available to download.
Visit the Department of Training and Workforce Development website (opens in a new tab) for more information including the application criteria and to download the application guide.
Australian Training Awards
These are the peak national awards that showcase best practice in vocational education and training (VET). The Australian Training Awards recognise and celebrate excellence and are an important mechanism for promoting the benefits of vocational education and training.
Winners from each state and territory compete for a national award title. This has led to Australia-wide awareness and respect for skill-cased careers and skills excellence.
For more information about the Australian Training Awards visit their website.