Medal-winning trade skills
HVAC&R apprentices from six countries competed in a WorldSkills warm-up event in Wollongong. Australia's Adam Morgan won a silver medal ahead of the main WorldSkills International Competition in Shanghai in September.
Silver medal won by Australia's Adam Morgan at the WorldSkills HVAC&R warm-up event in Wollongong, competing against six countries.
How did Australia's HVAC apprentices perform at the WorldSkills warm-up competition in Wollongong?
Affects HVAC apprentices and trainers. Highlights the international benchmark for trade skills and may influence training standards locally.
Key takeaways
- Adam Morgan won silver for Australia in the HVAC&R category at a WorldSkills warm-up event in Wollongong.
- Apprentices from six countries took part in the international skills competition held in NSW.
- The main WorldSkills International Competition is scheduled for Shanghai in September.
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