6 October 2026
Students, staff, industry partners, employers and mentors came together at our Balga campus for a special morning tea celebrating this year’s Women in Trades Scholarship recipients.
The event recognised an inspiring group of women who are breaking down barriers, and pursuing careers in industries where women have traditionally been underrepresented.
Guests gathered to acknowledge the recipients’ achievements to date and celebrate the exciting opportunities ahead. Trades represented at the event included construction, engineering, automotive, energy and mining.
The Women in Trades Scholarship program, a State Government initiative, provides more than financial assistance. It also offers valuable mentoring opportunities and industry connections, helping recipients build the confidence, skills and professional networks needed to succeed in their chosen careers.
A highlight of the morning was recognising the dedication and passion of the scholarship recipients, as well as the lecturers, employers and apprenticeship hosts who are playing a vital role in creating more diverse and inclusive workplaces across Western Australia.
We congratulate all our Women in Trades Scholarship recipients and wish them every success as they embark on their careers in the trades industry.
Build your future your way and break into your dream career! Applications for the next round of Women in Trades scholarships will open next year.
Applications to study with us in Semester 1, 2027 are open now!
Find out more about Women in Trades.
2026 Women in Trades Scholarship Recipients
Katya Louise Bennett, Certificate II in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology Angela Carne, Diploma of Engineering, Technical (Drafting)
Trinah Serene Charlie, Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting)
Lauren Clough, Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology
Jessica Dawn Cachin Dioquino, Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting)
Carolina Doyle, Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining
Evelyn Dunn, Certificate III in Carpentry
Teah Jade Higgs, Certificate III in Plumbing
Cheyanne Jane Green, Certificate III in Plumbing
Saba Kaleem, Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building)
Sarah King, Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician
Macey McCready, Certificate III in Plumbing
Daisy Melville, Certificate III in Plumbing
Jinyoung Nam, Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting/Machining)
Daniele Parker, Certificate III in Surveying and Spatial Information Services
Heloise Parker, Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician
Ana dos Santos, Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying
Niamh Keelan-Wake, Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology
Mia Williams, Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician
Chee Yen Wong, Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting/Machining)