Queensland construction training gets record $83.5m funding boost
Construction Skills Queensland will invest a record $83.5 million in training and workforce development for 2026/2027. This is a $23.5 million increase on last year's spend, tied to Queensland's growing construction pipeline.
$83.5 million invested in QLD construction training for 2026/2027, up $23.5 million from the previous year.
How will Queensland's $83.5 million construction training boost affect tradies in QLD?
Builders, carpenters, plumbers and electricians in QLD may access more funded training. Upskilling opportunities could increase and workforce shortages may ease.
Key takeaways
- CSQ will spend a record $83.5 million on construction training in 2026/2027.
- The investment is $23.5 million higher than last year's training budget.
- The funding is linked to Queensland's large and growing construction pipeline.
- Tradies in QLD may find more funded training and workforce development options available.
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