The Australian Government has used Fringe Benefits Tax exemptions to stimulate the sales of zero and low emission vehicles (ZLEV). Potential tax exemptions can apply to battery electric vehicles (BEV), hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEV), or plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV). This initiative has worked well, with around 24 per cent of all new […]
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Driving Tasmania’s Automotive Future: A Collaborative Training Initiative In a significant move to secure the future of Tasmania’s automotive industry workforce, the Tasmanian Automotive Chamber of Commerce (TACC) has joined forces with TasTAFE and Skills Tasmania. This strategic partnership addresses the growing demand for skilled professionals in the automotive sector through an innovative apprenticeship program. […]
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Group apprenticeship training is an Australian invention designed to help support apprentices in trade training. Created in the early 1980s by a number of industry associations, including TACC, and supported by governments, it’s a training model focused on rotating apprentices in different workplaces over their apprenticeship. While today, some refer to this model as a […]
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The Fair Work Commission has released its Annual Wage Review 2023-24 Decision, impacting millions of Australian workers. The decision, handed down last week, will see a 3.75% increase in both the National Minimum Wage and minimum wage rates under modern awards. Key Points: 3.75 per cent increase to National Minimum Wage and modern award minimum […]
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De Haan Bodyworks Fifty-year TACC member, De Haan Bodyworks is a family affair. Dirk De Haan, started the business on 10 March 1958 in Devonport and he passed it on to his son, Dirk Junior, in 1981. Today, the founder’s grandchildren – the third generation – play an important role in the business. Dirk De […]
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In a testament to the depth of the automotive industry in Tasmania, European Technology Bodyworks has put forward a candidate for the Skills Tasmania Tasmanian Training Awards. Jack West, a TACC apprentice, is in the running for the prestigious Apprentice of the Year award, sponsored by TasTAFE. Jack’s journey began in 2020 when he started […]
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TACC is pleased to announce the results of its bi-annual elections. Members have elected a new nine-member Executive Committee, representing a diverse cross-section of the automotive industry. The committee will serve for the next two years. The newly elected TACC Executive Committee members are: Roger White – Specialised Car Centre Jesse Carter – Autotechnik Mark […]
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Tasmania invests in automotive education: TACC Grant and TasTAFE upgrades Tasmania’s automotive education sector is receiving a significant boost through two major initiatives aimed at enhancing training capabilities and addressing industry skills shortages. TACC has secured substantial government funding to improve automotive apprenticeship programs, while TasTAFE is upgrading its facilities to provide state-of-the-art training environments. […]
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It’s no secret Tasmanian businesses find it difficult to attract labour. We all know the pain of not being able to get staff and the automotive industry is no different. TACC has a long history of doing something about it. Currently, TACC employs and places almost 90 apprentices all across the state. That’s vital work. […]
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What a fantastic Member Engagement Night we had in Launceston last week at X Golf! With 60 attendees the evening was a perfect mix of socialising, golf-themed fun and some industry discussions and updates. The simulated golf experience was a huge hit, with members enjoying team games and driving competitions throughout the night. A big […]