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AEN Newsletter - 1 August 2025
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Adopting Mindful Living & Working
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Building Mentally Healthy Workplaces
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AI Unpacked: What it Means for Work, Life and the Future
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Mastering Constructive Feedback
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Privacy in Action: What you need to Know
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Stressing Less, Living More
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Nominate now for the GTO Outstanding OHS Initiative Award
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The Outstanding OHS Initiative Award is presented to a team, group or organisation in recognition of an exceptional and innovative contribution to workplace health and safety.
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This award honours initiatives that have significantly improved safety outcomes, demonstrated measurable impact and set a benchmark for excellence in OHS practices within the workplace.
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Nominations can be made by Group Training Organisations, client organisations, and professional bodies.
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Nominate today and be a part of this extraordinary celebration of excellence!
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Nominations close Monday 11 August 2025 at 11.59pm.
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Women in Leadership Australia Scholarships
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Women in Leadership Australia are offering partial scholarships for women in the Education, Training and Development Industry ranging from $700 to $5,000 per person, for one of four leadership and workplace skill development programs.
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These scholarships are aimed at encouraging more women to increase their impact at work, progress their career, and step into leadership roles.
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Application Close: Friday 22nd August 2025.
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Recently the 2025 Victorian Training Awards finalists were announced.
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The Victorian Training Awards recognise and honour the outstanding achievements of individuals and organisations in the Victorian TAFE and training sector.
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As always, they have received a high calibre of applications this year and are proud to introduce the 2025 finalists.
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Gala ceremony: Friday 19 September 2025
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Employer Mental Health Literacy Program
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Do you employ apprentices or trainees?
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Do you know how to check in and make sure they’re doing their best?
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Apprentices who are motivated and happy at work are more likely to:
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- be productive
- engage in positive behaviours
- continually improve their skills
- complete their apprenticeship.
About the training
Health services provider Caraniche, supported by Apprenticeships Victoria, is offering free 2-hour workshops run by trained mental health practitioners.
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The mental health literacy for employers raises awareness among employers of the mental health needs of apprentices, possible sources of assistance, and organisational and workplace-level actions that can support good mental health.
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Date and time: The next session is available on Monday 28 July at 10am. Sessions will continue to be made available through the links below.
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Format: Sessions are delivered in a hybrid setting, available both online via Zoom and in person at Caraniche Abbotsford.
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2025 Events
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Uncover how living in the moment builds a richer and more meaningful life, career, and relationships. Explore how to be more present and purposeful in your decisions and actions, rather than reactive or on autopilot.
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In this interactive session, led by Martin Probst, a leading expert in human-centred leadership, we will explore how ‘stepping back’ and ‘stepping into’ experiences can open your mind to curiosity, creativity, and effectiveness.
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Date: Tuesday 5 August 2025
Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm
Delivery: Online via Zoom
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Apprenticeships are a great pathway to a rewarding career. But we know that balancing work, study, family and friends can sometimes be tough.
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Getting the right support can help apprentices succeed. Caraniche, supported by Apprenticeships Victoria, is offering free training sessions so that employers can feel confident supporting apprentices to be mentally healthy.
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Date: Wednesday 6 August 2025
Time: 10:00am - 12:30pm
Delivery: Hybrid AEN Office or Via MS Teams
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Join us for an engaging session exploring the world of Artificial Intelligence. This session offers a broad introduction to AI what it is, how it’s being used across different industries, and what it means for the future of work and everyday life.
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Whether you’re new to the concept or looking to deepen your understanding, the session will provide accessible insights into current applications, emerging trends, and the ethical considerations surrounding AI. No technical background is required just an interest in how this rapidly evolving technology is shaping the world around us.
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Date: Wednesday 13 August 2025
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Delivery: AEN Office (83 Hobsons Road, Kensington)
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Since the program commenced in May 2020, a total of 1,333 participants have been supported to date, with 82% being male and 18% female.
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Apprentices and trainees who have lost employment are encouraged to register.
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Once registered, apprentices and trainees will be assisted by one of our program officers until placed with a host employer through a Group Training Organisation (GTO), or directly with an employer.
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Head on over to GAN Australia and subscribe to the newsletter to be kept up to date with everything that’s happening with GAN Australia and the wider VET sector?
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Thanks to our Industry Partners
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