19 December 2025
The Local Skills Solutions program enhances partnerships among local employers, industry, and community organisations to identify and address regional training gaps.
With an investment of $5 million, the program supports local and regional communities facing skills challenges or changes to their economies and labour markets, including transitioning, new and emerging industries.
Projects funded under the Local Skills Solutions program will:
- enable greater access to face-to-face training aligned to localised skills in demand
- provide additional wraparound support, such as mentoring and extra learning support for students
- expand industry engagement and employer participation in training projects.
Funding Details:
Eligibility Check:
Eligible applicants for the Local Skills Solutions program include:
- industry and employer groups
- community-based organisations
- group training organisations with a strong local presence.
Applicants must:
- be Queensland-based
- hold a valid ABN
- be registered for GST.
We encourage you to apply if you are an eligible organisation that is focused on growing workforce participation in Queensland.
For the full details on this funding opportunity, see below: Queensland Government website:
Enquiries can be directed to VETReview@desbt.qld.gov.au.
Note: Applicants are also encouraged to contact their local Regional Jobs Committee (RJC) and the related Industry Skills and Jobs Advisor to seek advice and help in conceptualising projects.