New Year, New Skills, New Competitors
As the calendar turns to 2025, WorldSkills Australia is gearing up for an extraordinary year ahead. With the much-anticipated 2025 National Championships & Skills Show set to take place at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre this June, we are thrilled to spotlight the exciting changes and opportunities on the horizon.
Emerging Skills for an Evolving World
This year, we’re embracing innovation with the introduction of new skills categories, reflecting the ever-evolving demands of industries in Australia. These include VETiS Makeup Services, Web Design and Development, and Barbering.
Emerging Competitors, Emerging Aspirations
The heart of WorldSkills Australia has always been its talented and dedicated competitors. In 2025, we welcome a fresh cohort of aspiring professionals from across the nation, each bringing unique skills, stories, and aspirations. These competitors have risen through Regional Competitions and training camps, embodying the spirit of excellence, resilience, and determination. Their journey to the National Championships & Skills Show promises to be as inspiring as the competition itself.



Strengthening Partnerships
We’re also excited to announce new partnerships and supporters joining us in 2025. These collaborations are vital in creating a vibrant, impactful National Championships & Skills Show that not only celebrates excellence but also fosters connections between industry leaders, educators, and future talent. With our partners’ support, we’re amplifying the reach and impact of skills excellence, ensuring the Championships remain a transformative experience for everyone involved.
Looking Ahead
The 2025 National Championships & Skills Show will be more than a competition—it will be a celebration of innovation, inclusion, and community. From live demonstrations to interactive exhibits and networking opportunities, this event will serve as a dynamic platform to explore the boundless possibilities of skilled careers.
As we welcome the new year, we’re reminded of the incredible potential within the WorldSkills movement. Together, with our competitors, partners, and supporters, we’re building a brighter future where skills excellence thrives.
Here’s to a remarkable 2025 with WorldSkills Australia. We can’t wait to see you in Brisbane!
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In today's fast-paced world, where entertainment options abound, finding the right channel that caters to all your interests can feel like a treasure hunt. Enter Channel WSA: your passport to free, anytime, anywhere entertainment. Be inspired by the 'Empowering Skills Excellence' movement!
A Universe of SKILLS at Your Fingertips
Channel WSA will feature an impressive array of diverse skills, each one highlighting the exceptional craftsmanship and unwavering dedication of these talented young individuals. From the Cooking, where aspiring chefs whip up delectable dishes that tantalise the taste buds with their innovative flavours and artistic presentations, to the intricate world of Carpentry, showcasing both traditional techniques and modern innovations, we've got you covered! Whether it's the precision of a jeweller crafting intricate designs that capture the imagination and reflect the beauty of the natural world, the creativity of a fashion designer bringing new trends to life with bold colours, unique fabrics, and visionary styles, or the innovation of a tech enthusiast developing cutting-edge solutions that push the boundaries of technology and redefine the future, Channel WSA celebrates the passion and hard work that drive these young professionals to excel in their chosen fields.
Variety That Captivates
A key attraction of Channel WSA is its diverse programming lineup, featuring speed tests, interviews, and much more.
The Future of Free Entertainment
In summary, Channel WSA is more than just a channel; it's a gateway to endless entertainment possibilities. Its commitment to offering free, accessible content to engage school groups, parents or simply individuals that choose to be inspired.

Empowering Skills Excellence
The National Championships and Skills Show is Australia’s biggest vocational education and excellence competition. Over three day selected Regional competitors are flown from around the country to showcase and benchmark their skills on the national stage competing against their industry peers from around the country.

What to expect at the 2025 National Championships & Skills Show
Competitions showcasing both traditional and modern skills: Experience the exceptional abilities of participants across a broad spectrum of categories, ranging from time-honoured trades to state-of-the-art technologies, illustrating the varied and progressive nature of vocational education. These contests highlight the artistry of traditional trades like carpentry and electrical work, alongside emerging skills in fields such as cybersecurity and digital technology.
Try'aSkill activities with practical experiences: Engage in practical experiences at our Try'aSkill stations, where people of all ages can experiment with tools, equipment, and techniques used in various skilled professions. These interactive areas offer an engaging way to explore potential career paths, build confidence in new skills, and get a sense of different trades.
Expert guidance for your career with the Brisbane Careers and Employment Expo: Interact with industry leaders and career advisors who provide guidance to help you navigate your career path. From exploring qualifications to understanding industry needs, these experts offer valuable insights, answer questions, and assist in shaping a path towards a rewarding career in a variety of trades and professions.

Stabila Australia is thrilled to announce its official partnership with WorldSkills for the 2025 National Championships & Skills Show.
Known for its high-precision measurement tools and commitment to advancing skilled trades, Stabila is proud to support WorldSkills in showcasing the talent, dedication, and expertise of emerging trades professionals across Australia. The 2025 National Championships & Skills Show will bring together hundreds of young, skilled individuals competing across various trades, from construction and carpentry to electrical engineering and more.
At Stabila, we recognise the importance of precision, durability, and reliability in all aspects of trade work, and we’re excited to provide these tools to the next generation of skilled professionals. By supporting WorldSkills, we are investing not only in the future of our industry but also in the next wave of talent who will build, innovate, and maintain the highest standards in their fields.
This partnership aligns with Stabila's ongoing mission to enhance the quality of workmanship and uphold standards of excellence, while WorldSkills champions training and opportunities that empower young people to succeed. Throughout the 2025 Championships & Skills Show, competitors will experience firsthand the quality and accuracy of Stabila tools, a testament to our commitment to the craftsmanship and pride that defines the skilled trades. Together, we aim to inspire, equip, and celebrate the rising stars of Australia’s workforce, empowering them to bring their skills to new heights.





David Hoey, CEO of WorldSkills International, visits WorldSkills Australia
The realm of skills development and vocational education recently experienced a visit from David Hoey, the CEO of WorldSkills International, to the WorldSkills Australia team.
David Hoey is renowned for his dedication to advancing skill standards globally and continues to grow WorldSkills International. His visit to Melbourne was characterised by a productive exchange of ideas, a recognition of accomplishments, and a forward-looking collaborative perspective.
As the WorldSkills movement continues to expand, such visits underscore the significance of international dialogue in raising standards and cultivating a skilled global workforce.


Congratulations Rachel Crawford
We are delighted to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Rachel Crawford of Australia, an esteemed Baking Skillaroo from the WorldSkills Competition 2022 Special Edition, on her reappointment as the Oceania and ASEAN representative for the WorldSkills International Champions Trust. In addition to this honour, Rachel served as a judge at the 2023 National Championships and Skills Show and will also be at Judge at the upcoming 2025 National Championships & Skills Show, further showcasing her commitment to nurturing the next generation of skilled professionals. Her unwavering dedication and passion continue to inspire many.



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