It’s Never Too Late to Learn: Mark’s Story

Sometimes life throws unexpected challenges our way – like health issues that force us to start over. That’s exactly what happened to Mark. A proud father of six and grandfather of eight, he ran his own concrete business. But after developing serious back problems, he found himself searching for a new path – and that […]

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Christine Bennett’s lifelong passion for teaching, connection and community. Her 35 year journey with Macquarie Community College.

As Macquarie Community College celebrates 75 years of shaping stronger communities through the power of learning and connection, one name stands out as a symbol of commitment, care and community spirit – Christine Benett. As a life member of Macquarie Community College, Christine has been a much-loved arts, crafts and needlework tutor for over 35 […]

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Honouring the Past, Leading the Future: Board Chair Ian Mailtand and CEO Theresa Collignon on 75 Years of Macquarie Community College

As Macquarie Community College celebrates its 75th anniversary in 2025, Board Chair Ian Maitland and CEO Theresa Collignon reflect on the College’s rich legacy—and its vision of building stronger communities through the power of learning and connection. Macquarie Community College has grown since its origins in 1950 as the Education Department’s Eastwood Evening College, into […]

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Aged Care Career with the Heart

Lucia Uriona arrived in Australia from Argentina in 1971. Her family, of Italian heritage, relocated for her father’s work and settled on a farm, far from the city life they knew. “Everything was new. I spoke only a little English, so I had to start from scratch,” Lucia recalls. Years later, while watching carers from […]

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Empowering Learners Through Computer Courses

Meet Haih Aly, a highly experienced trainer with over two decades of teaching expertise. As part of our Computer and  Business course team, Haih brings a unique blend of knowledge, enthusiasm, and warmth to her classroom. A Passion for Teaching and Digital Learning “I’ve been passionate about education for more than 20 years,” Haih shares. […]

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Embracing Lifelong Learning: The Magic of Seniors Week

Recently, Macquarie Community College celebrated Seniors Week with 32 fun and exciting classes over two days, bringing together a vibrant community of seniors eager to explore new skills, hobbies, and interests. The atmosphere was alive with energy and excitement as participants engaged in a variety of activities designed to spark creativity, learn new skills, encourage […]

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Journey to Employment

Anh Dau moved to Australia from Vietnam in 2022, prioritising her children’s education. While she and her family had a stable business back home, she initially didn’t plan to work. With her husband frequently traveling and her children still young, she focused on settling into a new country. However, by the end of 2024, with […]

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Message from the CEO: March Forward for All Women and Girls

This year Macquarie Community College will be celebrating 75 years of continuous operations, adapting and responding to the changes through the decades and, most importantly, to the training and education needs of our communities. A lot has happened since 1950, especially for women and girls. Thirty years ago, the world made a bold commitment to […]

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Celebrating a Decade of Leadership: Theresa Collignon’s 10-Year Journey at Macquarie Community College

This year marks Macquarie Community College’s 75th anniversary. Adding to the celebrations, we’re also marking the 10-year anniversary of our energetic CEO, Theresa Collignon. Over the past decade, Theresa has been a driving force behind the growth and success of our community – based training programs, leading with dedication and a passion for the empowering […]

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