Senate debates

Thursday, 5 March 2026

Questions without Notice

Apprenticeships

2:57 pm

Photo of Charlotte WalkerCharlotte Walker (SA, Australian Labor Party) Share this | Hansard source

My question is to the Minister representing the Minister for Skills and Training, Senator Watt. When the Albanese government took office, Australia was facing the worst skills shortage in more than half a century. This was having a massive impact on our national priorities of building more homes and more renewable energy projects. A key focus since then has been on increasing apprentice numbers so our country can meet the challenges of the future. How many Australians have signed up for an apprenticeship under the Key Apprenticeship Program? Are there any risks to this program?

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