Training Fund Authority ACT

02/09/2026

The Explo café in Fyshwick is serving up $2 coffees this week to help those affected by the devastating floods in Nepal, while encouraging Canberrans to donate to relief efforts.

Originally from Kathmandu, owner Krishna Dev Maharaja has lived in Canberra for nine years and says he wants to give back to his home country following the devastating floods.

“I want to give back to my home country because this is devastating,” he said.

“So many have lost their loved ones.”

This Wednesday to Friday, customers can grab a $2 coffee and donate directly to Nepal flood relief efforts via a QR code at the café.

📍 The Explo, 17/65 Tennant Street, Fyshwick

20/08/2026

Calling all tradies 📢 come out for an informal chat and meet others in the trades

Join us for an afternoon of connection and support at Trades Helping Trades!
We’re proud to support this amazing event as part of our Women in Trades stream, an initiative dedicated to attracting, retaining and progressing women in trades through practical, community led action. This stream focuses on real site based needs: flexible engagement formats, peer support networks, and increasing the visibility of female tradies and role models across our industry.
📍 Venue: The Lighthouse Pub
📅 Date: Friday, 11 September
🕒 Time: 3:00pm
💸 Cost: Free event
Come on down for a relaxed opportunity to meet fellow tradespeople, build relationships, and strengthen our community over a drink or two.
Proudly delivered in partnership with Astor Air-Conditioning Pty Ltd, The Lighthouse, and NAWIC ACT.
Register your interest by 4 September: 📧 [email protected]
Looking forward to seeing you there!

17/04/2026

Please share this with any new female entrants to Construction, amazing opportunity for mentorship and building a community.

Embark 2026 | Applications Now Open
Ready to find a mentor, a buddy, a friend in the industry, and a supportive group of peers who understand the challenges and opportunities of starting out in construction? Embark 2026 is built for you.
The 2026 program will begin Wednesday 20 May and will include 10 sessions facilitated by experienced construction professionals and guest speakers, running from May to December.

We’re seeking mentees with under 5 years’ experience in trade and project‑based roles including apprentices, trade assistants, machine operators, Graduates, Cadets and others starting their construction careers to apply as mentees
📩 Submit your Mentee EOI by Sunday 10 May: https://loom.ly/laSJvEg

We’re also seeking mentors with 5+ years’ experience in trade and project‑based roles — qualified tradespeople, Supervisors, Site Engineers, Project Managers and more. Most importantly, we’re looking for mentors who are consistent, committed, and passionate about helping their mentee grow confidence.
📩 Submit your Mentor EOI by Sunday 10 May: https://loom.ly/sVozQhQ

Our 2025 cohort had an incredible year of strong connections, honest conversations, and real career growth. We can’t wait to build on that momentum in 2026.
Cutoff date for applications is 10th May so get in quick!

27/03/2026

Disappointed to be missing this, but please support this worthy cause by buying a ticket and raising awareness 👏