AIQEF History & Details

Australian Institute of Quarrying Education Foundation

Foundation Timeline

1982 - Foundation Established

  • Constitution approved in Adelaide (11 May)
  • Incorporated as charitable organisation
  • Focus: National off-campus quarrying training

1982-2019 - Growth & Impact

  • Evolved to competency-based training
  • Supported health, safety, and skills development
  • Total grants: $3.5 million

2019 - Integration with IQA

  • IQA membership voted for integration (3 October)
  • Assets transferred to IQA
  • Committee Charter created

2020 - Charity Status Ended

  • Integration completed
  • Operations streamlined under IQA

Why Integration Worked

  • Preserved independence through Committee Charter
  • Strengthened operations via IQA governance and insurance
  • Enhanced funding ability and direct influence on training outcomes
  • Eliminated duplication while maintaining AIQEF mission

Current Committee Structure

Composition: IQA President + Deputy President + 5 recent past Presidents
Size: 4-8 IQA members
Governance: Reports to IQA Board

2024-25 Committee

  • Chair: Shane Braddy (FIQ)
  • Deputy Chair: Clayton Hill (FIQ)
  • Members: Michael Close (FIQ), John Stanton (FIQ), John Mitas (FIQ), Duncan Harris (MIQ), Scott Whittaker (AIQ)