By Nicholas Wyman. A young automotive technician who launched her career at Mercedes-Benz Melbourne Airport is in the United States this week as the recipient of an International Scholarship organised by the Skilling Australia Foundation. Ellearn Savvidis, a 20-year-old third-year apprentice has always been interested in the automotive sector. “I grew up around cars, motorbikes, and boats, so it’s wonderful I have found an apprenticeship in an industry I love and am passionate about. The chance to visit another country as part of my learning is just amazing.” Before she started her apprenticeship, Ellearn spent her school holidays helping her… [Read More]

Business trainee Carina Ardizzone has received the Phil Darby Memorial Encouragement Award. Carina accepted her award at the NSW training Awards, held last night at the Sydney Town Hall. After finishing school, Carina was living away from her family and struggling financially. She didn’t know what career she wanted and university seemed too expensive. Determined to invest in her personal and professional growth, Carina applied for a traineeship. This gave her a qualification, industry experience and a taste of her future career, but most importantly, it changed her life. Today, the nineteen-year-old is well on her way to completing a… [Read More]