HVTC provides a range of customised workforce solutions to meet the changing training and workforce needs of business and industry.
We help employers recruit, manage, monitor and mentor apprentices, trainees and employees to make sure they find and keep the right person for the job. We also take care of all the required contractual arrangements and paperwork.
Two Hunter based electrical apprentices have been recognised at HVTC’s annual Excellence Awards, which were held in Newcastle on Friday, 3rd May 2019. Daniel Beavan, who is currently employed as an electrical fitter at Origin Energy’s Eraring Power Station, was named HVTC’s Apprentice of the Year. The Award, which was sponsored by Howden Australia, was selected from finalists across HVTC’s nine regional…
BlueZone group provides specialised support for Australian Defence Force autonomous and remotely operated maritime vehicles. BlueZone offers a wide underwater technology product portfolio representing leading underwater equipment product manufacturers. We “service what we sell” and our workshops in Newcastle, Melbourne and Perth provide local service and support for our full product range. Our application engineering team provides design, development and integration of products for new and existing systems for use in markets including Defence, Offshore Oil & Gas, Hydrographic Survey, Oceanographic Science and Water Infrastructure.
Local business, BlueZone Group were pleased to announce that Paul “Monty” Montgomery had been selected as one of seven new recipients of the Defence Industry Service Commendation, announced in April. The Defence Industry Service Commendation is an initiative that was launched by the Federal Government in 2018, which recognises outstanding achievements and dedication in the…
With more than 1800 members, the Hunter Business Chamber is the largest regional business chamber in Australia and represents the collective interests of a diverse range of sectors across the Region.
The Chamber provides members with a range of services from advocacy and business advice to information and networking opportunities.
Business support is vital in today's economic climate and our primary goal is to assist and represent the needs of businesses in our community.
The Chamber is committed to partnering with all industries in ensuring the ongoing growth and sustainability of the Hunter Region.
The Hunter Business Chamber has described the withdrawal of $12.7 million in State Government funding for the Newcastle Cruise Terminal as a significant setback to the region’s ambitions to grow and diversify its tourism offering. Chamber CEO, Bob Hawes said that the withdrawal presents a major setback for tourism and the economy of Newcastle and…
HunterNet is a dynamic business development network focused on opening doors to the global marketplace. They champion the combined capability of their members and promote the Hunter region as an international centre of manufacturing and engineering excellence.
The HunterNet Group Training Company has employed approximately 900 apprentices and trainees since its commencement in 1996 and, for the first time in the organisation’s history, the team has welcomed a trainee based directly in the HunterNet Office. Jarna Hedley was appointed to the role of Business Administration Trainee in March 2019. Her role is…
The Port of Newcastle is the world's largest coal export port and is one of Australia's largest ports by throughout tonnage.
Strategically positioned at the gateway to the largest regional economy in New South Wales, with close proximity to Sydney, the port is the economic and trading centre for the Hunter Valley and much of northern New South Wales and is a critical supply chain interface for the movement of cargo.
A delegation from Ports Authority Tonga arrived in Newcastle last week to gain insights into the operations of the largest port on Australia’s East Coast. Port of Newcastle welcomed delegates, including Ministry of Public Enterprises CEO, Sione Akauola and Ports Authority Tonga’s CEO, Mosese Lavemai and Operations Manager, Halloween Kisina. The delegation met with port…
Hunter-based Compass Housing is one of largest providers of social and affordable housing in Australia, managing more than 4200 tenancies in NSW and South East Queensland. It's vision is for all people to have appropriate and affordable shelter and be engaged in sustainable communities. Established in 1984, it has offices in Hamilton, Newcastle, East Maitland, Muswellbrook, Tuggerah, Dubbo, Broken Hill and Brisbane.
Compass Housing is the first Hunter-based not-for-profit organisation and community housing organisation to sign up to the Plastic Police® recycling program. Compass is in the process of setting up soft plastic recycling stations; one at its Hamilton head office, one at Muswellbrook South State School and one at its Central Coast community hub known as…
With more than 1800 members, the Hunter Business Chamber is the largest regional business chamber in Australia and represents the collective interests of a diverse range of sectors across the Region.
The Chamber provides members with a range of services from advocacy and business advice to information and networking opportunities.
Business support is vital in today's economic climate and our primary goal is to assist and represent the needs of businesses in our community.
The Chamber is committed to partnering with all industries in ensuring the ongoing growth and sustainability of the Hunter Region.
The Hunter Business Chamber has urged employers to open a conversation with employees ahead of the upcoming Easter and Anzac holidays to ensure businesses that intend to remain open continue to operate efficiently and smoothly through the extended holiday period. With ANZAC Day falling just three days after Easter Monday, many workers are looking to…
HunterNet is a dynamic business development network focused on opening doors to the global marketplace. They champion the combined capability of their members and promote the Hunter region as an international centre of manufacturing and engineering excellence.
This year’s Kristen Keegan Future Leaders Scholarship has been awarded to Marketing Automation Specialist at nib Health Funds, Bridget Andersen. The Kristen Keegan Future Leaders Scholarship is aimed at honouring Kristen’s legacy as a leader in the Hunter region. The scholarship covers the tuition costs for one participant as part of the HunterNet Future Leaders…
Formerly known as Hunter Youth Mentoring Collaborative Inc. (HYMC), and established in 2005, Mentor Support Network (MSN) is a not-for-profit organisation that helps disadvantaged students achieve their educational goals.
MSN, in conjunction with volunteers, members and the corporate sector, provide regular networking events, annual forums, scholarship programs and youth mentor training.
Mentor Support Network (MSN) has appointed Dr Bernie Curran AM as their patron, announced at a breakfast amongst fellow members last week. Bernie played a central role in the University of Newcastle’s community for more than 40 years. He’s been a student, rugby player, academic and teacher, community leader, mentor, donor and researcher. A boy…
TAFE NSW is Australia’s largest training and education provider with more than 500,000 enrolments and 1,200 courses. As an education innovator, we’re focused on shaping the future through state-of-the-art facilities, systems, technology and teachers. Our graduates are equipped for the jobs of today and the careers of the future.
TAFE NSW offers the best of campus-based delivery as well as flexible, online and work-based learning. Collaboration, diversity and the strong relationships between our locations contribute to and magnify the value of TAFE NSW and importantly, the benefits that we deliver to communities and the economy of NSW.
25 local TAFE NSW students joined over 200 other degree graduates from across the state at the Higher Education Graduation Ceremony at TAFE NSW Ultimo earlier this month. Four of the students who won awards at the event, amongst a group of only 20 award winners, were from the Newcastle and Hunter region. Jessica Heemskerk…