PICAC 2026 QLD Apprenticeship Awards & Graduation Dinner

PICAC was incredibly proud to have hosted our first ever QLD Apprenticeship Awards & Graduation Dinner at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre last night – and what a fantastic night it was.

The evening brought together graduating PICAC plumbing and fire protection apprentices from the Service Trades Collage and Fire Industry Training, celebrating not only their technical and academic achievements, but also the dedication, resilience and commitment they’ve shown throughout their apprenticeship journey.

This milestone event marks a significant moment for PICAC, as we celebrated our Queensland cohort stepping confidently into the next stage of their careers in industries that play a vital role in our communities.

A huge congratulations to all our graduates, and to our award winners: 
• Jackson Bolt – Plumbing Apprentice of the Year
• Brant Lyell – Fire Protection Apprentice of the Year
• Joel Coward – Fire Protection Control Apprentice of the Year

Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make this inaugural Queensland graduation such a memorable celebration, and to our industry partners for your ongoing support.