The 2025 AGA Graduation & Awards Ceremony was held on 24th October 2025 at the iconic MCG in Melbourne, celebrating the outstanding achievements of our apprentices and trainees. The event recognised their dedication, hard work, and success and acknowledged the crucial support provided by employers, trainers and sponsors who have guided them throughout their journey. It was a pleasure to share the occasion with the AGA Board, our team, and the friends, family, and employers of our graduates.
We extend our warmest congratulations to all award nominees, winners, and graduates. We wish them continued success as they embark on the next phase in their career and training journey.
We would like to express our sincere appreciation to our event sponsors who make this event possible.
Daija Smedley
Winner of Best in Business, IT & Finance
Elysia Smith
Winner of Best in Education, Health & Employment Services
Todd Griebenow
Winner of Best in Automotive, Engineering & Horticulture
Lucas Gallardo
Winner of Best in Construction, Electrical & Plumbing
Chloe-Robyn Ngarua
Winner of Safety Award
Sarah Mulholland
Winner of Women in Trades Apprentice/Trainee of the Year
Reece Bedggood
Winner of Resilience Award
Jack Phillips
Winner of Student of the Year
Bernard Martin
Winner of First Nations Apprentice/Trainee of the Year
Elysia Smith
Winner of AGA Trainee of the Year
Lucas Gallardo
Winner of Apprentice of the Year
A huge thank you to our event sponsors for making this celebration possible: IntoWork Australia, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Telstra, MRP Wired Solutions, Brolec Electrical Pty Ltd, Southern Cross Computer Systems, Apprenticeship Employment Network, Stay Safe, Emmpressit, and Casello.
Your support helps us shine a light on the achievements of our apprentices and trainees and the future of skilled careers.