TAFE Queensland recently inaugurated its first purpose-built hydrogen and electric vehicle training facility at the Townsville Trade Training Centre in Bohle. The Hydrogen and Renewable Energy Training Facility and Advanced Manufacturing Skills Lab are designed to cater to the needs of emerging industries while ensuring a skilled workforce for the future. Susan Kinobe, the general manager for TAFE Queensland North region, emphasized the institution's commitment to community development over its 140-year history. The new training facilities will offer a range of programs, including certificates, diplomas, skill sets, and trade tasters for high school students. These initiatives will focus on areas like sustainable energy, autonomous technologies, and robotics to prepare students for upcoming job markets. With over 2,000 trade apprentices trained annually at the Bohle campus, the addition of these cutting-edge facilities will provide North Queenslanders with valuable access to education and skill development in hydrogen and advanced manufacturing. Kinobe encouraged individuals to consider pursuing a trade, highlighting the transformative impact it can have on their lives and the exciting opportunities the new facilities bring for acquiring future-ready skills.