The hands-on trade expo
Try A Trade is a fun and interactive way for students to discover the world of trades and vocations. Exhibitors range from local TAFE’s and training providers to a diverse range of employers across many different industries. Short, practical activities are run that young people can participate in to learn different workplace skills and gain more information about their desired pathway. We take into account skill shortage areas and showcase 19 different trades ranging from electronics to hospitality, ensuring that we cater to the individual interests of all students.
Try A Trade 2025
Try A Trade will return on Tuesday 25 March 2025!
Exhibitors - TAFEs, RTOs, GTOs and employers
Contact us if you’d like to be involved in the coming Try A Trade 2025 as an exhibitor. It’s a great opportunity to forge connections with local schools, raise the local profile of your organisation and promote career opportunities. Email us to find out more.
Schools
If your Year 9 - 12 students, especially those looking at undertaking VET or VCE VM studies, are interested in attending our next Try A Trade, please fill out the school RSVP form by clicking the link below.
Try A Trade OPEN SESSION
In 2025, we will be supporting young people and small groups outside of Maribyrnong and Moonee Valley schools to attend Try A Trade between 1:30pm and 2:30pm.
Click the link below to find out details and book your place.
Impact
93% of students rated Try A Trade as either good or excellent
90% of students said Try A Trade increased their understanding of trades and vocations
96% of teachers said Try A Trade added value to their school and/or activities
Source: Try A Trade feedback survey (2019)
“Our students don’t usually get the chance to get this type of hands-on experience, so Try A Trade has been worthwhile for them. The exhibitors cover all trades that we’re looking for and there is plenty of staff available to help and answer questions.””
“It was really interesting to learn some new things and see different career options.
I didn’t think the event would be this good.”
“I’ve taken my students to three Try A Trade events now. There are increasingly more activities and a wider range of courses for trades. The students certainly enjoyed it, have taken away a lot of information and importantly had a lot of fun.”
Get in touch
Exhibitors - TAFEs, RTOs, GTOs and employers
Contact us if you’d like to forge connections with local schools, raise the profile of your organisation and promote career opportunities, which may assist attracting young people in future.
Schools
If your Year 9 - 12 students, especially those looking at undertaking VET or VCE VM studies, are interested in attending our next Try A Trade, please contact Chloe Fraser - mmvllen Project Officer (Schools and Youth Engagement).