Dear Supporter,

Thanks to your support, our Save Private RTOs campaign has now surpassed 600 signatures—and we’re only just getting started.

This issue is gaining traction across the country. Since launching the petition, we’ve had private RTOs, consultants, resource developers, software providers, industry leaders, and community organisations all come forward to share their stories. Together, we are showing that the Government’s current approach to VET funding—favouring TAFE at the expense of high-performing private providers—is not only unfair but deeply damaging.

 
📣 Here’s what’s happening behind the scenes:

• We’ve been in contact with MPs and advisers who are actively raising our concerns with the Minister’s office.
• ITECA’s CEO, Felix Pirie, has reached out to collaborate—giving the campaign broader national influence.
• Our Digital Advocacy Pack is now live, providing everything you need to take action and share the message:
  • 👉 https://www.vivacity.com.au/save-private-rtos-stand-up-for-quality-choice-small-business-in-vocational-education
  • We've also published our Open Letter to the Prime Minister—please read and share it widely: 👉 https://www.vivacity.com.au/open-letter-to-the-prime-minister-save-private-rtos-before-its-too-late/

🚀 Next goal: 1,000+ signatures

We need your help to grow this movement even faster. Here’s how you can support:

✅ Forward this petition to your team, industry colleagues, and networks
✅ Post on LinkedIn and Facebook using the hashtag #SavePrivateRTOs
✅ Share the Open Letter and encourage your local MP to take notice
✅ Download the Digital Advocacy Pack and use it to take action

 The decisions being made right now will shape the future of the VET sector for years to come. If we don’t speak up—loudly and together—we risk losing the quality, flexibility, and diversity that private RTOs bring to Australia’s workforce.

Thank you for standing with us. Together, we are the voice of change.

Warm regards,
Angela Connell-Richards
CEO, Vivacity Coaching & Consulting
📧 angela@vivacity.com.au
🌐 www.vivacity.com.au