On National TAFE Day, we’ve brought AEU TAFE delegates to Parliament House to meet with politicians to discuss the importance of TAFE, and the need for the TAFE teaching workforce to be fully supported with the resources they need to deliver high quality vocational education.

Taking the #RebuildWithTAFE campaign to Parliament House for National TAFE Day.

Congratulations to Valerie Walker , the national winner of our 2025 TAFE Student Photography Competition. 👏 We announced Valerie’s winning photograph last night at a special National TAFE Day exhibition at Parliament House.

TAFE changes lives. But to keep making that difference, we need governments to properly invest in TAFE teachers, students, and infrastructure.

TAFE teachers like Teghan have seen first-hand the way free TAFE changes lives. But to keep this good work going, governments must keep investing in TAFE - in teachers, facilities and student support. That’s how free TAFE delivers for everyone.

Every TAFE story is a reminder of why this system matters, and why governments must continue to invest in public vocational education.

From high-school graduates to those changing careers, TAFE opens doors to opportunities for everyone. Governments must continue to invest in TAFE to ensure these life-changing pathways remain accessible to all.

TAFE teacher Sharryn explains the positive impact of free TAFE on her regional community on the North Coast of NSW. To support this, we're calling on governments to make further investments in the TAFE workforce, student support, and campus infrastructure.

TAFE teachers deliver high quality vocational education for their students every day. They must be backed by all governments with urgent investment to rebuild and strengthen the TAFE workforce.

Heavy fabrication teacher Rob explains how vocational education is essential to address Australia's skills shortages, and why we need further government investment in TAFE.

TAFE offers the highest quality of vocational education, with nationally accredited programs, industry links and a highly qualified and experienced workforce. We need greater government investment in TAFE, so we can continue supporting students to achieve their dream careers.

Skills shortages are dropping thanks to government investment in TAFE. But the work is far from done. Now is the time to double down on TAFE - investing in the workforce, infrastructure and student support - to keep training the workers Australia needs. nationaltribune.com.au/albanese-gover…

Free TAFE is having a transformational impact, with a more diverse student cohort accessing vocational education. Further government investment is essential, to ensure these students receive the language, literacy and mental health support they need.

TAFE equips students with job-ready skills, builds confidence and enhances opportunities for them to enter their chosen profession. Further government investment is essential for TAFE to continue supporting students in beginning their career journey.

TAFE is at the heart of our communities, but many students are struggling to succeed without additional support. It's essential that governments provide funding for ongoing support for students with additional needs to aid in student engagement, retention, and achievement.

TAFE is where opportunity meets fairness - where students of all ages, backgrounds and abilities can get a high-quality education that changes their lives. Governments must invest in TAFE to keep it strong, affordable and equitable for all. #RebuildWithTAFE

Behind every successful TAFE student is the support structures that enable success. We need greater investment in foundation skills, digital literacy, and mental health support for TAFE students, particularly for priority equity cohorts.

When governments invest in TAFE and when teachers are supported with the resources they need – the learning, relationship building and future employment outcomes for students excel. The heart of TAFE can change lives.

The latest edition of the TAFE Teacher magazine is now available to read online! Check it out here. 👉 aeufederal.org.au/news-media/the…

Since the introduction of free TAFE, aspirations once out of reach for many, are now reality. To meet the increased demand from free TAFE, we need governments to invest in the TAFE workforce, student support services, and campus infrastructure.