Rudd announces Green training Places

The Rudd Government today announced 50,000 new green jobs and training opportunities to build a stronger and greener Australian economy. This $94 million investment in Australia's future and major reform of Australia's training system will help support jobs and communities being hit by the local consequence of a severe global recession. Today's announcements will ensure that during these tough times up to 50,000 young or disadvantaged Australians get the skills and training they will need for the green jobs of tomorrow. Reforming Australia's training system to produce high quality green skills is essential to meet the growing demand for energy efficient homes and buildings, and to power the industries of the future.