Trade experts estimate that Australia will need 130,000 more construction workers to reach the federal government’s housing targets. But, while there have been incentives to try and increase apprenticeship numbers, only around half finish their training.
BTN High’s Michelle Wakim asked young tradies about the challenges and stigma they face while completing their apprenticeships.
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