Carpentry Australia offers free NSW events aimed at tackling tradie shortages, well-being and inclusion across the trade.
Supported by Carpentry Australia & the Women in Construction program from NSW Government
Carpentry Australia is rolling out a series of free networking and professional-development events across New South Wales in June to help tradespeople sharpen their human resource skills, strengthen mental-health foundations and build a more inclusive industry culture. Through this we aim to both attract and retain talented chippys across NSW & Australia.
Women in Trades Networking Breakfast – open to all tradespeople
Join us for a complimentary breakfast and meet likeminded tradies.
Friday 13th June
06.30 AM – 08.30 AM
Bunnings Minchinbury
Pregnancy, Parenthood & the Trades: What You Need to Know
For employers and tradies
This is your chance to hear from, and network with industry leaders.
- Get practical advice on safely managing pregnancy while working on the tools – with real-world strategies that put your safety first.
- Hear from a leading HR expert on navigating workplace laws during pregnancy – break down complex topics like risk assessments, modified duties, and paid parental leave into clear, actionable steps that protect both you and your business.
- Stay ahead with the latest site-ready guidelines from SafeWork NSW – strengthening your ability to attract and retain top industry talent.
Tuesday 17th June
4.30 PM – 6.30 PM
TAFE Ultimo
The Well-being Toolkit
Build simple tools to manage stress, stay steady under pressure, and support your crew on and off the job.
You will walk away with a practical toolkit of resources, skills, and everyday strategies that support positive well-being across your workplace or community.
Gain confidence in having open, respectful conversations and learn simple techniques to stay grounded and resilient.
Friday 20th June
08:30 AM – 03:30 PM
TAFE Ultimo
Registration is essential; places are limited.
Why get involved?
- Jobs are going unfilled. Only 51.9 % of advertised technical and trade vacancies were filled nationwide in 2024 – the lowest rate of any occupational group. Construction Skills Queensland
- Inclusion unlocks talent. Women make up about 3 % of carpenters, leaving a vast pool of potential skill untapped. mates.org.au
- Well-being is critical. Each year around 190 construction workers die by suicide, making workers eight times more likely to take their own life than to die in a workplace accident.
- Community matters. More than 60 tradespeople attended Carpentry Australia’s recent Sydney Build Expo networking session, demonstrating strong demand for peer connection and knowledge-sharing.
By coming together – regardless of gender – tradespeople can close skill gaps, improve site culture and create safer, more sustainable businesses. All sessions actively welcome men as allies and champions for a better industry for everyone.
“These events give every carpenter, apprentice and builder – no matter their background – a chance to upskill, share ideas and look after their wellbeing,” said Jake McArthur, CEO of Carpentry Australia. “When the whole trade shows up, we solve our workforce shortages faster and build a better Australia.”
Registration
Visit www.carpentryaustralia.com.au to secure your place
About Carpentry Australia
Carpentry Australia is the national industry body representing and supporting carpenters, apprentices and builders through advocacy, best-practice resources and an award-winning Safety Start app. With a fast-growing community of members and more than 250,000 social followers, the organisation champions skills development, safety and inclusion across Carpentry.
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