Councils share $2.8 million for new apprentices and trainees

Brendan Moylan MP and Sam Coupland, Mayor Armidale Regional Council

10th Nov 2026

Five Northern Tablelands councils will share more than $2.8 million in NSW Government funding to create new apprenticeship, traineeship and cadetship opportunities.
Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan said Gwydir, Armidale Regional, Glen Innes Severn, Inverell and Uralla Councils had secured a combined $2,845,582 through Round 3 of the NSW Government’s Fresh Start Grant Program.
Mr Moylan said the funding would help address skills shortages across local government while providing employment and training opportunities for people in the region.
Local young people were particularly encouraged to consider the opportunities, gaining new skills and building rewarding careers without necessarily having to leave the region.
Gwydir Shire Council received the largest allocation of $1,089,601 for its Career Start Program, which will give local students and job seekers the opportunity to gain practical experience while studying for nationally recognised qualifications.
Armidale Regional Council secured $781,152 for its Pathways to Employment program, aimed at addressing skills shortages and an ageing workforce through a combination of traineeships, cadetships and apprenticeships.
Glen Innes Severn Council received $374,516 to provide employment and training opportunities for young people as part of its Workforce Management Strategy.
Inverell Shire Council was allocated $361,643 to fund plant operator apprenticeships, helping develop the skilled workforce needed to maintain council services.
Uralla Shire Council received $238,670 for its apprenticeship program, creating training pathways into areas of high need across council operations.
Mr Moylan encouraged residents from all backgrounds and levels of experience to consider applying for the opportunities.
The funding aims to strengthen the local government workforce while helping more people develop skills and establish long-term careers in the Northern Tablelands.

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