The recent TAFE Meets Parliament: Skills Innovation 2020 forum held in Canberra in September has generated lively debate about VET policy direction and future implications for TAFE.

	Deputy Prime Minister, the Hon. Julia Gillard MP presents the 2008 Mick Young Oration	Skills Australia Chair, Philip Bullock presents to delegates	TDA Chair, Deb Daly and Minister for Employment Participation, the Hon. Brendan O'Connor MP	Barry Peddle and Martin Riordan at the TDA 10th Anniversary celebrations

The feedback has been positive, reflecting the value participants derived from the interaction with government stakeholders.

"Holding the conference in Canberra while Parliament is sitting provides great opportunities. I would like to see it repeated."

"Overall really well done. Congratulations on the excellent forums and interactions."

"Thank you for the excellent organization. Your hard work is very much appreciated"

"Excellent to be in Parliament House… Well done…"

"I came away with increased confidence that TDA is working hard to engage with the points of influence."

Click here to view the Occasional Paper, 'TAFE Meets Parliament: Skills Innovation 2020'.