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EDUCATION

  • Data from the 2006 Census demonstrates an increasingly skilled workforce, with an increase in the number of Hunter people seeking higher qualifications.

  • Additionally, most employment growth has been in the knowledge-based industries, and these new jobs require employees with skills and higher qualification levels.

  • The University of Newcastle and TAFE NSW – Hunter Institute work closely with the business community to develop customised courses to satisfy specific workplace needs.

  • The education and training sector is a major employer in the region, accounting for almost 8% of the workforce.

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Regional Development Australia (RDA) is a joint Commonwealth-State initiative to support regional development. Funded by the Federal Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and State Government to be key facilitators of change and development in their regions.

RDA-Hunter will be the first point of contact for Hunter communities across all levels of government to promote regional initiatives and partnerships. RDA-Hunter coordinates the local response to opportunities for employment, regional development and community capacity-building.