Twenty-One students from across the region received awards for outstanding achievements in Vocational Education and Training (VET) at an awards ceremony on Tuesday the 9^th of September. The celebration was part of the Central Grampians Vocational Pathways Awards sponsored by the Central Grampians Local Learning and Employment Network (CGLLEN). The awarded students from Marian College, Ararat College and Stawell Secondary College were congratulated on their maturity and dedication in working towards their future employment. The awards were presented by Ararat Rural City Mayor Fay Hull before an audience of ninety community members and supporters.

The evening also recognised the efforts of local employers. Structured Workplace Learning Coordinator Dianne Stewart praised all employers involved in hosting students on Structured Workplace Learning (SWL) this year before reading the names of the 6 employers and organisations awarded; Sandine Arabians, Eastick Homes, St Andrew's Kindergarten, Haircutters Workshop, NMIT and Taylor’s Gully Children’s Services. The employer recipients were described as demonstrating exceptional commitment to supporting local young people access quality practical training and work placement.

Certificates of appreciation were also presented to individuals and organisations for their involvement in Local Community Partnership and LenZone! programs over the past 12 months. 

The Vocational Pathways Awards are supported by the Department of Employment Education and Workplace Relations through the Local Community Partnerships Program. 

Congratulations to the following Awards Recipients

Students recognised for their outstanding achievements in Vocational Training

Employers and Organisations recognised for their outstanding contribution to Structured Workplace Learning and Vocational Training Programs

• Sandine Arabians  
• Eastick Homes          
• St Andrew's Kindergarten        
• Haircutters Workshop
• NMIT Ararat                          
• Taylor’s Gully Children’s Services