TAFE NSW has announced it will expand course offerings and support services across 10 campuses in some of the state’s most remote communities, like Broken Hill and the Far West From Semester 1 2027.
Minister for Regional NSW Tara Moriarty said the expansion will help regional people gain the skills they need for local jobs, while giving businesses a stronger pool of skilled workers to draw on.
“By listening to local communities and employers, we can make sure TAFE NSW is delivering the training regional communities need, where and when they need it,” said the Minister.
“Strong local workforces are essential to the future of regional NSW, and this is about giving people the opportunity to build those workforces from within their own communities.
“Regional communities deserve access to the same opportunities as people living in our cities, and that starts with making sure people can access training and build their careers close to home.”
Under the TAFE Regional and Remote Campus Delivery Model, the training will be shaped by local communities and employers, with courses tailored to community priorities and workforce demand.
This includes foundation skills, digital capability courses, accredited training pathways, industry-relevant licences and tickets, as well as nationally accredited and community-based short courses in priority areas such as construction, hospitality, business basics and community services.
Over the next five years, TAFE NSW will establish onsite support teams at participating campuses and continue working with communities and businesses so students can access training, build skills and connect with employment opportunities close to home.
The participating campuses are Boggabilla, Bourke, Brewarrina, Condobolin, Coomealla, Lake Cargelligo, Coonabarabran, Menindee, Walgett and Wilcannia.
“By working with local communities and businesses, we’re delivering training options that meet local workforce needs and support the next generation of tradies, skilled workers and professionals,” said Minister for Skills, TAFE and Tertiary Education, Steve Whan.
“Our regional and remote campuses at the heart of their communities. Strong regional communities need a strong local workforce, and that’s exactly what this initiative is helping to build.”
