TasTAFE

IDAHOBIT is more than a day of commemoration; it is an opportunity to celebrate the pride and allyship of the people who have worked to build equality around the world and raise awareness of the discrimination LGBTQIA+ people still face today. Today, TasTAFE is acknowledging IDAHOBIT as part of our commitment to creating an organisation where every person feels valued, safe, heard and supported – work that aligns deeply with our long-term vision and values. 🌈 Reg. 60142

National Careers Week may be wrapping up, but your career journey is just getting started. This week we celebrated the power of career development across Australia — and at TasTAFE, we see every day how a VET qualification can open doors, build confidence, and create real opportunities for your future. Beginning next week, TasTAFE’s INFO Week (from 18 - 22 May) offers you the opportunity to attend online and on-campus information sessions, hear directly from teachers, explore career pathways, and learn more about the courses and support available for Semester 2, 2026. Find out more about INFO Week and how TasTAFE can accelerate your career at the link in our bio. Reg 60142

🛠️ Learn Practical Farm Fencing Skills with TasTAFE 🛠️ TasTAFE has an upcoming Install, Maintain, and Repair Farm Fencing (TASMSS0274) short course at Burnie! Taught by experienced TasTAFE teachers, this course is perfect for anyone wanting to learn practical fence building and repair skills. You'll learn: - how to select the right fence for specific purposes - to identify and use appropriate tools and equipment - to master knot tying and wire straining techniques - how to install strainer post assemblies; and more! 📍 Location: Agriculture Centre of Excellence – Burnie 📅 Dates & Times: - 2-day course - 20 May and 27 May - 9am – 4pm Course Cost: $95 Or $31.66 (for eligible concession card holders) Plus $65 Material levy 👉 Apply now: link in bio! Reg. 60142

During National Careers Week, we celebrate the power of skills, training and meaningful career development. By providing learner‑centric, industry‑aligned short courses, we’re helping people build careers that deliver long‑term economic, social and personal benefits. Earlier this week, TasTAFE CEO Dr Norman Baker visited the Sorell Jobs Hub and checked in on learners progressing through a Chemical Skill Set training course. “Increasing and improving access to training for regional and remote learners is a key TasTAFE strategy,” Dr Baker said. “Skills training delivers real economic gains for workers by offering a pathway to higher wages and career advancement – which is essential to keep regional communities thriving.” TasTAFE has partnered with Business and Employment Southeast Tasmania Inc., @sorellcouncil and @landcare_tasmania to deliver the short course to Council staff, a local contractor and Landcare volunteers. To find out more about TasTAFE’s range of short courses, visit our websiteat the link in our bio, or phone 1300 655 307. Reg. 60142

🚨Important update for TasTAFE staff and learners🚨 Canvas is back online. Instructure has advised it is safe to use, and access has now been restored for staff and learners. Thank you for your patience while this issue was worked through. As a reminder, please stay alert to any unusual or suspicious activity. A few simple ways to stay safe: 📱 Be cautious of unexpected emails, texts or phone calls asking for information 🔗 Don’t click on suspicious links or downloads 🔒 Avoid sharing personal information if contacted unexpectedly You can learn more about protecting yourself from scams via the National Anti-Scam Centre at https://www.scamwatch.gov.au. Reg 60142

Heading to Agfest Today? 🐄 Come by and have a chat with Adam Bracken and the team about training pathways and how we can support your future in agriculture. You’ll find us in the Dairy Tas shed at Site M96, on Main Street near Gate 3. And while you’re exploring Agfest, don’t forget to swing by the Hi-Vis Army Pavilion (M16) on Main Street to meet our Plumbing team and learn more about training and career opportunities in the trade. Reg. 60142

Important update for TasTAFE staff and learners TasTAFE has been impacted by a global cyber security incident affecting Canvas, an online learning platform used by education providers worldwide. As a result, Canvas is currently unavailable. At this stage, we do not have a confirmed timeframe for when it will be back online. Current advice from the system provider, Instructure, is that data may include some personal information, including content stored within Canvas such as messages. There is no indication that passwords, dates of birth, government identifiers, or financial information were involved. While investigations continue, the most immediate risk is likely to be phishing or scam activity. A few simple ways to stay safe: 📱 Be cautious of unexpected emails, texts or phone calls asking for information 🔗 Don’t click on suspicious links or downloads 🔒 Avoid sharing personal information if contacted unexpectedly We know this disruption may be frustrating and are working closely with the provider and cyber security authorities to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. For updates and support go to link in Bio. Reg. 60142

Update – Canvas cyber security incident TasTAFE has been advised that data in its Canvas learning system has been accessed as part of a cyber incident affecting our vendor, Instructure. This incident relates to Instructure’s systems - there is no breach of TasTAFE systems. Canvas remains operational and there is no impact to learning delivery. Stay safe online: • Be alert to scams or unexpected contact • Don’t share personal information or click suspicious links For full details and advice on how to protect yourself, visit our website (link in Bio) Reg. 60142

🔧 Thinking about a career in plumbing? 🛠️ Or are you a plumbing business looking to take on an apprentice? Come and chat with our Industry Engagement Officer Stacey Joseph and plumbing teachers Sam Willan and Simon Morrow at Agfest this week! 📍 Where: Hi‑Vis Army Pavilion (M16), Main Street, Agfest 🗓️ When: Thursday to Saturday ⏰ Time: 8.00am – 4.00pm Can’t make it to Agfest? Find out about our 22701VIC Certificate II in Plumbing (pre-apprenticeship) course at Info Week. 📅 TasTAFE Info Week: 18–22 May 👉 Register now at the link in our bio! Reg. 60142

TasTAFE is aware of a cyber security incident affecting Canvas (Instructure), the learning management system we use to support teaching and learning. Instructure has advised that a criminal third party accessed data associated with some customer accounts, including TasTAFE. This incident relates to Instructure’s systems and is not the result of a breach of TasTAFE’s own systems or processes. Based on current advice, the data involved may include some personal information, including content stored in Canvas such as messages. There is no indication that passwords, dates of birth, government identifiers, or financial information were involved. Canvas remains operational, and there is no impact to teaching or learning at this time. We are working closely with Instructure and relevant authorities and will share updates as more information becomes available, refer to link in Bio. Reg. 60142

📷 Calling all TasTAFE students - it’s time to capture ‘The Heart of TAFE!’ 📷 The Australian Education Union's annual national photography competition is now open. Here's your chance to capture and share what makes your learning experience at TasTAFE special. Whether it's our innovative learning facilities, diverse student community or expert hands-on training you receive, photograph the moment and enter the competition for a chance to win. 💰Free entry to all enrolled TasTAFE students. 📷 Entries close 5pm EST, July 22, 2026. 🏆State/Territory winner: $1,000 + a trip to Canberra! 🏆National winner: $5000! For more details, visit the Australian Education Union website at the link in our bio. Reg. 60142 Photo: 2025 Tasmanian winner: ‘World Class Learning' by Otillo Dreag Danniell Ganitnit Domingo, TasTAFE Clarence Campus

🚜Heading to Agfest next week, 7–9 May?🐄 You’ll find us in the Dairy Tas shed at Site M96, on Main Street near Gate 3. Come by for a chat about training pathways and how we can support your future in agriculture. Meet Carr-a-milk, our hands-on “virtual cow” – a practical learning tool that brings calving and milking skills to life. We’re also proud to support the Young Farmers Competition in the Tas Petroleum Central Arena. It’s a great chance to see the next generation in action, tackling real-world farming tasks like fencing, ear tagging and vaccinating. TasTAFE Reg. 60142