Queensland Training Assets Management Authority Repeal Bill 2015

Overview

This bill abolishes the Queensland Training Assets Management Authority (QTAMA) and returns control of the state's vocational training assets - such as TAFE campuses and equipment - to the Department of Education and Training. It delivers the Government's 'Rescuing TAFE' election commitment so that TAFE Queensland has priority access to state-owned training facilities rather than competing for them on commercial terms.

Who it affects

TAFE Queensland, its students and staff gain from the renewed focus on TAFE as the state's premier public training provider. QTAMA's board, CEO and staff are affected directly, with the authority being dissolved and employment contracts transferred to the State.

Key changes

• Abolishes the Queensland Training Assets Management Authority and dissolves its board
• Transfers all QTAMA training assets, liabilities and records to the Department of Education and Training
• Gives TAFE Queensland priority access to state-owned training facilities
• Moves QTAMA staff contracts to the State on existing terms, outside the Public Service Act
• Supports a $34 million three-year investment to restore TAFE Queensland as the state's premier VET provider