Support and financial help
The Queensland Government offers various forms of help and support to job seekers. Select from the links below for more information:
Financial assistance
Funding and allowances available for job seekers.
Help and support
An outline of the various forms of employment, education, and training assistance offered by the Commonwealth and State governments, including government funded jobs programs available through the Queensland Government's Breaking the Unemployment Cycle initiative.
Numeracy and literacy issues
Centrelink offers a language, literacy and numeracy program that can help improve speaking, reading, writing and basic maths skills.
Free and low cost courses
With 15 institutes over 80 campuses across Queensland, and flexible learning options, TAFE Queensland offers a range of courses to suit all needs and budgets.
Public transport ticketing and fares information [PDF 258kb]
TransLink is introducing a new integrated ticketing system from July 2004. This document will assist in planning your journey and help you get to your destination quickly and avoid any ticketing hassles.
Contact Apprenticeships info 1800 210 210 or Training Queensland 1300 369 935
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