Cooper Bullin
Road Runner Mechanical Services (WA)
Dylan Sneddon
Auto Response (WA)
Marko Graovac
Hagans Auto Electrical Service (NSW)
Megan Toia
Badgingarra Motors (WA)
Shalako Hauraki
UltraTune Balcatta (WA)
OUR MISSION
Recognise, reward and retain outstanding technicians in the automotive aftermarket industry.
Capricorn Rising Stars helps our Members to encourage and reward high-performing apprentices. These are apprentices who show initiative in the workshop, eagerness to learn and commitment to the auto industry. Beyond that, it will put them in the running to win a share of more than $27,000 worth of prizes* for themselves and their workshop.
By recognising the contribution of automotive apprentices and the bright careers they have ahead of them, we hope to continue to attract the best talent and keep more auto technicians working in the industry.
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PRIZES*
There is a prize pool worth over $27,000 to be won between the apprentices and their nominating workshops.
TOP 5 FINALIST
Apprentices:
- $1,000 cash courtesy of Castrol
- A $1,000 Repco voucher
- Tickets to 2x Repco Masterclasses valued at $258
Workshops:
- A 12-month Repco Autopedia subscription valued at $1,548
*2024 Capricorn Rising Stars Terms and Conditions apply. All prizes are in Australian dollars apart from cash prizes which will be in Australian or New Zealand Dollars depending upon the recipient’s location.
CALENDAR
NOMINATIONS
Open
1 February 2024
APPLICATIONS
Close
30 April 2024
TOP 5 FINALISTS
Announcement
August 2024
WINNER
Announcement
September 2024
NOMINATION FORM
PREVIOUS WINNERS
2023
Chelsea Bowers
John Edwards Automotive (QLD)
2022
Marama Thompson
Auto Shoppe Eurotech (NZ)
2021
Ben Brown
CWR Motorsport (NZ)
2020
Gabrielle Clift
Highfields Mechanical and Off Road (QLD)
2019
Jeremy Drabsch
Titan Automotive (QLD)
2018
Mark Smith
The Battery Terminal (ACT)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Who can nominate an apprentice for the 2024 Capricorn Rising Stars Apprentice of the Year Award?
- A manager or supervisor from a Capricorn Member workshop.
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Are nominations only open to Capricorn Members?
- Yes, only Capricorn Members can nominate apprentices for the 2024 Capricorn Rising Stars Apprentice of the Year Award.
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What constitutes an eligible apprentice to be nominated for the award?
- The apprentice must be employed as an apprentice at the time of nomination by the nominating workshop and be currently undertaking tuition from a recognised automotive training institution.
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Can an apprentice who was nominated previously be nominated again?
- Yes, we encourage all Members to re-nominate those previously nominated as it’s a great way to show them that they are appreciated and valued which is essential in retaining employees. The only requirement is that they are still an apprentice at the time of nomination.
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How many apprentices can be nominated for the award by the same person or workshop?
- As many apprentices as are apprenticed to the workshop.
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Can any of the prizes be exchanged for cash or prizes transferred to another individual?
- Prizes are not transferrable for cash. Prizes cannot be transferred to other individuals.
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When will the winners be announced?
- The Overall Winner will be announced by Capricorn in September with all Top 5 Finalists announced in August.
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How will the apprentice and workshop be advised if they won, made the final list or been shortlisted?
- Winners and finalists will be contacted by phone and/or email prior to the public announcements. Shortlisted candidates will also be contacted via phone and/or email to arrange the completion of a second assessment round as part of the application process.
