July 2, 2026 The Global Skills Challenge event was held at TAFE NSW Wollongong from June 24 to 28, 2026. Competitors from 16 countries demonstrated their vocational skills and technical capabilities in 33 trade and technology categories including refrigeration and air conditioning, carpentry, cooking, cybersecurity, mechatronics, electrical installations, and health and social care. There were six competitors in the RAC category: Australia, New Zealand, Taiwan, Korea, Japan and Hong Kong.