StateQueensland
In 2006 and 2007 the Workplace Excellence Program Manufacturing Starter Initiative funded the establishment of 20 REA Design and Technology Hubs in Queensland High Schools as a key part of the Queensland Government's $8 million Advanced Manufacturing Plan. The investment made by the Department of Employment, Economic Development and Innovation, the Department of Education and Training, together with significant financial contributions from local industry organisations has meant over 100 Queensland schools and thousands of students have access to state-of-the art manufacturing technology and equipment.
New South Wales
In March 2007, the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR) and NSW Department of Education and Training (DET) established a partnership with the NSW Department of State and Regional Development (DSRD) and Re-Engineering Australia Foundation (REA) to respond to the Commonwealth's Targeting Skills Needs in Regions program. A significant grant was provided to engage NSW high school students from targeted regions in the F1 in Schools Technology Challenge. In all, seven hubs will be established in NSW metropolitan and regional areas.
Tasmania
F1 in Schools was introduced to Tasmanian schools as an initiative of the community partnership between Rio Tinto Alcan at Bell Bay and the Department of Education (Learning Services North) Under the partnership, Rio Tinto Alcan has invested more than $150,000 in establishing two F1 technology hubs in Launceston. Currently, more than twelve Secondary Schools and Colleges from across Northern Tasmania are participating in the programme. A third technology hub is planned for 2009.
Western Australia
WA's introduction and ongoing involvement is due to the dedicated group of people in the REA Western Australian Steering Committee. The committee is staffed by an association of individuals representing a variety of professional backgrounds and industries, and is chaired by Mr Arun D'Suza. |
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