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SA’s gold medal winners were:

• Emilie Flavel, Graphic Design Technology, TAFE SA
• Andrew Sherman, AR (Augmented Reality) Welding, Findon Technical College
• Angus Blanksby, Carpentry, Aberfoyle Park High School

To cap off the successful weekend, Adelaide was named the host city for the 2027 WorldSkills Australia National Championships and Skills Show.

Held in conjunction with the Adelaide Careers and Employment Expo at the Adelaide Showgrounds, thousands of competitors, trainers, employers, industry partners and spectators are expected to attend.

Held biennially, National Championships are a unique opportunity for visitors to see world-class skills in action and discover future career opportunities through interactive events, demonstrations, and the opportunity to speak with employers and industry experts.

The country’s top apprentices, trainees, vocational students and skills professionals will compete across more than 60 skills categories, including building and construction, manufacturing, IT, health and hospitality, with the 2027 winners having the chance to represent Australia at the 2028 WorldSkills International Competition in Aichi, Japan.

South Australia’s contingent in the WorldSkills competition has grown significantly, increasing from just 7 competitors in 2023 to 63 in 2025.

South Australian Skills Commissioner Cameron Baker said WorldSkills is more than just a competition, it’s a celebration of excellence, innovation and opportunity across the skilled workforce.

“We’re proud to partner with WorldSkills Australia to deliver an event that shines a spotlight on emerging talent and highlights the critical role training providers and industry play in shaping South Australia’s future workforce,” he said.

“The South Australian Skills Commission is deeply committed to growing WorldSkills in our state, and our involvement in this year’s National Championships is a clear demonstration of that commitment.”