by Fiona Byarugaba | Oct 6, 2026 | Career Stories, Leadership & development
Nicolle Stones and Chelsea Hocking on wildlife rescues, royal visits and life on the airfield Overview Nicolle Stones leads the Maintenance team for Land Management; Chelsea Hocking is a 12-year Airside Operation Officer at Adelaide Airport Their work spans runway...
by Fiona Byarugaba | Sep 15, 2026 | News
Women are about two percent of the Australian trades workforce. Of women who start apprenticeships, only 19 percent are in trade occupations rather than non-trade ones (administrative, retail, hospitality apprenticeships). This is one of the most male-dominated parts...
by Fiona Byarugaba | Sep 9, 2026 | Campaign
Overview Generic, copy-paste applications are the single most common reason resumes and cover letters get overlooked, no matter the industry. The strongest applications show your impact and outcomes, not just a list of what you were responsible for. A cover...
by Fiona Byarugaba | Sep 8, 2026 | Career Stories, Leadership & development
Three months into their roles at Rheinmetall Defence Australia, Amy Brown, Jelma Aton and Julie-Ann Palmer talk teamwork, learning and why trades are worth a go for any woman considering one. Overview Amy Brown, Jelma Aton and Julie-Ann Palmer are three months into...
by Fiona Byarugaba | Sep 4, 2026 | News
New research from knack and WORK180 shows young Australians are already ruling out roles and industries over AI fears. Here’s why the employers who address that fear directly stand to win the best of the next generation. Overview Australia’s youth...