WorldSkills Australia

WorldSkills Australia champions a thriving skills culture, one that recognises excellence, elevates vocational education and training, and puts skills at the centre of Australia’s future. Through research, career development, skills promotion and education-led initiatives, the competitions help shape confident, job‑ready talent.

As the 2026 regional competitions unfold across the country, they spotlight the next generation of skilled professionals, building momentum toward the 2027 National Championships in Adelaide, South Australia. Along the way, the aim is to strengthen international collaboration, invest in leadership, and celebrate skills excellence on a national and global stage.

The Road to Nationals

The skills-based competitions operate at regional, national and international levels, and are aligned to National Training Packages, Apprenticeships Australia and Jobs Australia schemes. The National Championship is Australia’s biggest vocational education and excellence competition.

Regional competitions

Every two years, over 500 Regional Competitions take place across 34 regions in Australia. These events showcase the talents of more than 4,000 apprentices, trainees, and students, who compete to advance to the national stage.

The 2026 Regional Competition will run until October 2026.

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National championships

Held over three days, top performers from the Regional Competitions go head-to-head for the title of the country's best in their respective trades and skills.

This major event runs every two years, alternating with the Regional and International competitions.

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International competitions

Every two years, the top talent from the national competitions come together as the Skillaroos to represent Australia and compete against 86 member countries for the title of the world’s most skilled nation.

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Watch the 2025 National Championships highlights

Trades and vocations

3D Digital Game Art Cloud Computing Heavy Vehicle Mechanics Programming
Additive Manufacturing Construction Steelwork Industry 4.0 Refrigeration & Airconditioning
Auto Electrical Cookery IT Network Systems Administration Restaurant Services
Automotive Mechanics Cyber Security Jewellery Retail Butchery
Automotive Refinishing Electrical Control Joinery Sheetmetal Technology
Automotive Body Repair Electrical Installation Landscape Construction Signs & Graphics
Barbering Fashion Technology Mechatronics (PLC Programming) Stonemasonry
Beauty Therapy Fitting Motorcycle Mechanics Turning
Bricklaying Floristry Painting & Decorating Visual Merchandising
Business Services Graphic Design Technology Patisserie Wall & Floor Tiling
Cabinetmaking Hairdressing Plastering & Dry Wall Applications Web Design
Carpentry Healthcare Plumbing & Heating Welding

WorldSkills Australia

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