Poll: Toowoomba’s favourite apprentice 2025 | Have your say
Whether they are sparkies, plumbers, mechanics or hairdressers, these apprentices are tackling the tools of their trade. Vote for you favourite here.
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In celebration of the hard work and dedication that apprentices put in to learn the trade of their industry, we are on the hunt to find Toowoomba’s favourite apprentice.
From plumbers to carpenters, sparkies to hairdressers, last year almost 2500 apprentices or trainees gained their qualifications in the Darling Downs and South West, entering into their trade or vocation of choice.
Businesses taking on a school-based apprentice or trainee or someone looking for a new career path, can embark on a rewarding journey with the fresh energy and motivation the apprentices bring to the job.
Whether they’re mastering new skills or learning how to wield tech skills, more than 20 apprentices and trainees have been nominated from across the region – vote for your favourite below.
Poll closes 8am Monday, February 17, 2025.
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