A dozen Carpentry pre-apprenticeship students at TAFE Western's Mudgee Campus have built children's cubby houses.

Construction of the stylish mini homes have provided valuable, practical opportunities for the students to hone their skills with things such as using power tools and levelling concrete. Many of the students have already secured jobs in the building industry as a result of their newfound skills and experience.

The next Certificate II in Construction course at Mudgee Campus begins in Semester II and places are still available.

The brand new cubby houses are available for purchase by members of the public. Anyone interested can contact Mudgee Campus on 6378 2666.