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Bold Ideas and Practical Action 2025 Regions Rising National Summit Reimagined the Future of Regional Australia
Mon Oct 13 2025
The Regional Australia Institute’s 2025 Regions Rising National Summit held on the 8th October at Parliament House, Canberra, brought together leaders, innovators, and changemakers to reimagine what’s possible for regional Australia.
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newsIndustry Unites at Road Freight NSW Conference and Awards 2025
Thu Oct 02 2025
The 2025 Road Freight NSW (RFNSW) Conference and Awards brought together leaders and stakeholders from across the road freight sector for a day of collaboration, insight, and celebration. Held in Sydney, the event focused on shared industry challenges and emerging opportunities, with discussions centred around safety, sustainability, technology adoption, and the evolving policy landscape.
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ISA Visits RISSB in Brisbane
Wed Oct 01 2025
Following the Brisbane roundtables, Carly Grigg, Industry Engagement Manager for Rail, visited the new Brisbane CBD office of the Rail Industry Safety and Standards Board (RISSB). She met with Sharon Tang, General Manager, and Matthew Garratt, Head of Learning and Development, to continue discussions on key industry priorities raised during the roundtables, including the value of national systems and standards.
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Elevating Australia’s Aviation Workforce Through Airborne Operations Qualifications
Tue Sep 16 2025
Australia’s aviation industry is soaring - driven by innovation, resilience, and a growing demand for highly skilled professionals. At the heart of this momentum are the updated Certificate III and IV in Airborne Operations, nationally accredited qualifications developed in close collaboration with industry and finalised in July 2025. These qualifications empower individuals to launch aviation careers with confidence and capability.
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Building Awareness and Pathways for the Future of Rail
Thu Sep 04 2025
Australia’s Rail industry is a cornerstone of national infrastructure and economic growth. Yet, outdated perceptions persist - many people remain unaware of the diverse, well-paid, and stable career opportunities the industry offers.
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Insights from the 2025 Aviation Summit
Mon Sep 01 2025
This year’s Aviation Summit brought together Australia’s leading minds in aviation to explore the challenges, innovations, and opportunities shaping the future of our skies. ISA’s Aviation Industry Engagement Manager, Mori Hajizadeh, attended the event, reinforcing our commitment to workforce development and industry collaboration.
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