If you are looking to employ an apprentice, there are a number of options you can pursue.

• Advertise in the situations vacant columns of local or daily newspapers

• Advertise at your local Job Network Provider, call Centrelink on 13 28 50, or visit their web site.

• Contact the New Apprenticeship Centres (NAC) on 1800 639 629 or visit their web site.

• Contact Group Training Companies in your area - they employ apprentices then assign them to businesses on a short or long term basis. Contact Group Training Australia on 1800 819 747 or visit their web site.

• Approach local schools as career counselors may be able to put you in contact with individuals interested in doing apprenticeships

• Approach the Master Plumbers' and Mechanical Services Association of Australia (MPMSAA) via their web site.