Queensland launches Tradie Start program offering $16,000 apprentice hiring incentives
Queensland's government launched the Tradie Start program Tuesday, offering construction businesses up to $16,000 to hire their first apprentice. The base payment is $10,000, with additional funds available for hiring apprentices over 21 or from underrepresented groups. The initiative aims to address Queensland's construction worker shortage ahead of the 2032 Brisbane Olympics, with the state needing thousands more tradies.
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Published 20 Jul 2026, 09:08 UTC · Updated 20 Jul 2026, 09:10 UTC
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