We are thrilled to update you on our incredibly talented ambassador, Monique Juratovac’s journey, who is not only a qualified bricklayer but also an inspiration to many, we are sure […]
Category Archives: Bricklaying
Brick and Block Careers – Brickstart SA Launch
Wow, what an evening we are still buzzing from the energy of everyone, especially the young and talented apprentices including our new ambassador, Elizabeth Briggs who is full of passion […]
Empowering South Australia’s Future Workforce
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 15/09/2023 Empowering South Australia’s Future Workforce: Brick and Block Careers, secures Funding (Skill shortage grant) in SA. This milestone achievement marks a pivotal moment in our mission […]
Dean Pearson (Brick and Block Careers – WA Manager) wins an award!
Our very own Dean Pearson (Brick and Block Careers – WA Manager) wins an award for his valued contribution to WorldSkills Australia! “This award essentially acknowledges our continued support for […]
Greater diversity makes our workplaces stronger.
In the past, construction has always been a male-dominated industry, but this is changing. Greater diversity makes our workplaces stronger. Meet Taylah Chilby, (17-year-old) from the Illawarra region who has […]
Breaking through the Barriers
Meet our 2021 ABBTF Ambassadors! Bricklaying is an in-demand trade with numerous job opportunities. In recent years we are seeing a greater uptake of these opportunities by women. We’re excited […]
Nicholas Allen, 4th Generation Bricklayer!
Q&A with Nicholas Allen 2nd Year Apprentice with employer Bradley Wakefield Bricklaying! Q: Can you tell us a little bit about your story and what made you get into bricklaying? […]
Big Bickies for Brickies!
Demand for labour has bricklayers on the top tier, writes Lauren Ahwan. More people are desperately needed to train as bricklayers, with experts saying the profession enjoys a far greater […]
Community & School Liaison Officer-WA
ABBTF welcomes Dion Stewart as our new Community & School Liaison Officer in Western Australia. One week in and Dion has well and truly settled in her new role. Dion […]
Carr family dynasty of bricklayers
The Carr family dynasty of bricklayers involving grandsons, nephews, uncles and cousins have been building in Queensland for almost 100 years. The trade has been a staple of the Carr […]