Interview with Matthew Pantelis, FiveAA
Master Builders Australia CEO Denita Wawn spoke with FiveAA radio on 8 July 2026 about skilled migration and domestic apprenticeships in the building industry.
What does Master Builders Australia say about skilled migration and apprenticeships for tradies?
Builders and subcontractors may be affected by changes to skilled migration and apprenticeship pipelines, impacting how they find and train workers.
Key takeaways
- Master Builders Australia CEO Denita Wawn discussed skilled migration and apprenticeships on FiveAA radio.
- The interview signals ongoing focus on workforce supply issues in the building industry.
- Both overseas skilled workers and local apprenticeship pipelines were flagged as key topics.
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