The recently unveiled Hydrogen and Renewable Energy Training Facility and Advanced Manufacturing Skills Lab at Bohle TAFE in Townsville, Australia, marks a significant investment in the region's education and industry development. With an $18.9 million upgrade, the facility aims to equip locals with qualifications in electrical, engineering, and construction trades, offering various courses and apprenticeships that are free to students and employers. The new facility includes a mixed reality studio, workshops for hand tools, instrumentation, and electric vehicle training for hydrogen-powered heavy vehicles. Additionally, the Advanced Manufacturing Skills Lab will provide training in augmented reality, automation, cyber security, and robotics to support the growth of the manufacturing industry. The Queensland Government's partnership with Energy Skills Queensland signifies a commitment to expanding training opportunities in renewable energy. Over the next two years, more than 2,000 students from 30 high schools, including five in Townsville, will participate in the Renewable Energy Gateway to Industry Schools Program. Local officials, including Queensland Premier Steven Miles and Minister for Resources Scott Stewart, emphasize the significance of preparing the future workforce for the renewable energy sector. With a focus on clean energy jobs and the potential of North Queensland in critical minerals and renewable energy, the new training facility is seen as a crucial step towards securing high-paid careers in the industry. The facility also reflects a broader commitment to ensuring the region's workforce is prepared for the upcoming opportunities in clean energy. The initiative is praised by key figures like North Queensland Hydrogen Champion Les Walker and Member for Thuringowa Aaron Harper, who see it as a strategic move to capitalize on the region's potential for growth in priority industries like renewable energy.