2026 TasTAFE Trade Excellence Awards

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We are thrilled to announce that the 2026 TasTAFE Trade Excellence Awards are being held again in 2026!

These awards celebrate TasTAFE trade learner and apprentice excellence and commitment across a range of industry learning areas; while promoting Vocational Education and Training (VET) as a pathway to gaining practical skills and securing job opportunities.

Our learners and apprentices will celebrate with their friends and families, alongside their employers, work colleagues and fellow learners at three regional Awards Ceremonies:

Region	Date & Time	Venue
South	Wednesday 12 August 2026	C3 Convention Centre, Hobart
North- West	Tuesday 18 August 2026	Paranaple Convention Centre, Devonport
North	Thursday 20 August 2026	Tailrace Centre, Launceston

Award Sponsorship Opportunities

The 2026 Trade Excellence Awards present a unique opportunity for businesses to support the development of TasTAFE learners and apprentices through sponsorship of award categories, or as a statewide or regional sponsor of the 2026 Awards.

Sponsors are afforded networking opportunities with industry, community, and government representatives, and will meet TasTAFE's top trade apprentices and learners at the Awards ceremonies.

We invite you to contribute to the 2026 TasTAFE Trade Excellence Awards through sponsorship or prize donations at one of the three Awards ceremonies, or all three ceremonies. To discuss sponsorship opportunities, please contact Matthew Dance at industryengagement@tafe.tas.edu.au