Students across the Parkes electorate who have made outstanding progress in vocational learning are being recognised through a new annual award.
Federal Member for Parkes Jamie Chaffey has offered the nearly 50 secondary schools throughout the electorate the opportunity to present the Member for Parkes Vocational Student of the Year Award to the student they believe has been the most dedicated t
Jamie Chaffey presents Dubbo College South Campus student Zachary Finlay with a Member for Parkes Vocational Award for his studies in the automotive industry.
o their vocational learning.
“There are inspirational schools in the Parkes electorate, with staff and leadership teams who work hard to get the best result for their students,” Mr Chaffey said.
“It’s important for those students to know there are many different paths they can choose.
“We all have different journeys to contribute to our nation. My own start came as an apprentice boilermaker, and that has led to an almost 30-year career in business before becoming an elected member of the Federal Parliament of Australia.
“I hope these awards help to give students the encouragement and the confidence they need to continue to pursue their vocation. Australia needs more ‘tradies’, and young people who study in every vocational area are taking a step in helping to drive Australia forward.”
Each student who is presented with the award will also receive a gift.
Mr Chaffey said the Member for Parkes Vocational Student of the Year Award would be an annual award in the Parkes electorate.
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