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Queensland apprentice named 2026 Capricorn Rising Stars Regional Winner
Queensland apprentice Zahlee Jaye Wheeler has been named the 2026 Capricorn Rising Stars Regional Winner, recognising her leadership, technical skill and commitment to encouraging more women to pursue careers in trades. Zahlee will now be considered for the Overall Australian Rising Star Award, announced on 2 October 2026.
23 September 2026
Kimberley apprentice named 2026 Capricorn Rising Stars Regional Winner
Kununurra auto electrical apprentice Deklan Garcia has been named the Western Australia Regional Winner in the 2026 Capricorn Rising Stars Awards. A proud Aboriginal apprentice from the Kimberley, Deklan is being recognised for his resilience, professionalism and passion for the trade, after restarting his apprenticeship to gain stronger hands-on experience with Alliance Auto Electrics, trading as TopVolt.
23 September 2026
Victorian apprentice named 2026 Capricorn Rising Stars Regional Winner
Victorian apprentice technician Jaeden Matteo D'Aloia has been named the Victoria/Tasmania Regional Winner in the 2026 Capricorn Rising Stars Awards. Based at Technique Automotive in Melbourne’s north-east, Jaeden has been recognised for his strong work ethic, technical ability and commitment to ongoing learning as he balances his apprenticeship with university studies.
23 September 2026