Born 2 Build SA

Last week, our Born to Build partner Tom Jonas from Bloom Leadership hosted an incredible Leadership session for the students at The Heights Technical College!

The day kicked off with some footy on the oval before everyone headed into the classroom to dive into leadership styles and communication teamwork. To wrap it all up, the group put their skills to the test with a high-flying paper plane challenge.

It was a fantastic day filled with energy, giving these young legends the real-world skills and confidence they need to crush their future careers!

Join the Born to Build team at Uni Hub Playford these school holidays for a hands-on construction workshop where high school students can explore tools, design concepts and real-world building skills!

Tuesday 14 July
Two sessions: 10:30am - noon and 1pm to 2:30pm
• Aimed at participants 12 - 18 years old
• Practical, hands-on construction activities
• Design and engineerig challenges
• Hub Playford | 2 Woodford Road, Elizabeth

Register here - Born to Build: School Holiday Activity

Apprentices WANTED

Right now we have a GTO with host employers begging them to fill their immediate apprenticeship vacancies with great new recruits!

If you’ve been thinking about doing an apprenticeship but not ready to pull the trigger, now is definitely the time. Especially if you’re interested in carpentry, plumbing, roof plumbing, tiling or painting/decorating.

A trade apprenticeship is not just a JOB. It’s an open doorway into a future career loaded with opportunity!

Find out more about apprenticeships here - https://born2build.com.au/
Or enquire TODAY - https://born2build.com.au/enquiry/

PEER Apprentice, Isabella LaVista, is currently undertaking her 4th year electrical apprenticeship with host employers Elech Mech Services and has been collecting accolades along the way.

Isabella was the recipient of not one, but two category wins in the HiViZ Women’s Excellence Awards in 2025 - Tradeswoman of the Year and Rising Star. Isabella shared her thoughts following her win;

”I want to get the message out that girls can not only do a trade but also thrive in a trade. I want to make a difference so we can achieve the norm of ‘people in trade’ instead of ‘women in trade’.”

Isabella’s achievements are a testament to her talent and dedication, and she wants to encourage other young people to consider taking up a trade;

“I chose to do an electrical apprenticeship because I knew I’d thrive in a hands-on workplace, having struggled to pay attention and sit still in school. I’d recommend a trade career to anyone who may feel the same as I did towards school or a desk job - an apprenticeship is a great way to kickstart your career and earn while you learn!”

Discover more inspiring stories and explore the many career pathways available in the industry in our Career Handbook: https://born2build.com.au/career-handbook

Inspiring future builders in Port Lincoln!
The team recently headed to the Eyre Peninsula for the Port Lincoln regional career expo. With over 500 students in attendance, it was a fantastic opportunity for them to connect with local youth and showcase the diverse career pathways available within the building and construction industry.

To give students a true feel for the trades, the team brought along interactive, hands-on activities, allowing the students to immerse themselves and gain firsthand knowledge of the industry.

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