A 25-year-old Whitsunday local has won a prestigious TAFE award at the Cairns Campus, becoming one of only 16 students selected for the honour out of a cohort of 1,200 apprentices.
Tom Toohey was awarded Refrigeration Apprentice of the Year Award at the TAFE Queensland 2022 Cairns Trade Excellence Awards which was held at Hemingway’s Brewery in Cairns earlier this month.
Over 250 people gathered to celebrate 62 finalists and the Hamilton Island resident said he was thrilled to be one of the 16 students to receive a trophy.
“Winning was awesome! It was unexpected and it definitely means a lot,” said Tom.
“It’s a privilege to live on Hamilton Island and I really enjoy the freedom of my work.
“I love that my job is hands on, it’s really satisfying to be able to fix things and the science behind my trade is also really interesting to learn.
“I’ve enjoyed every bit of my refrigeration training.
“My teacher has been great and has taught me a lot and the classroom environment has been really collaborative, so all of the apprentices learn from each other as well.”
TAFE Queensland Director of Trades (north region) Mark Patterson said the 2022 Cairns Trade Excellence Awards was now in its sixth year.
“Our annual awards night is a great opportunity to celebrate the dedication and success of the next generation of tradespeople and I’d like to congratulate all of the finalists and winners,” Mr Patterson said.
Tom Toohey was awarded Refrigeration Apprentice of the Year Award at the TAFE Queensland 2022 Cairns Trade Excellence Awards. Photo: supplied
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