Macquarie Community College has opened a new campus in the heart of Mount Druitt as part of its 75th anniversary, reinforcing its long-term commitment to delivering inclusive, affordable, and community-connected adult education across Western Sydney. Located at 3 Mount Street and surrounded by key community and employment services, the 450m² site features eight flexible learning […]
Macquarie Community College opens a new campus in the heart of Mount Druitt as part of its 75th anniversary, reinforcing its long-term commitment to delivering inclusive, affordable, and community-connected adult education across Western Sydney. Located at 3 Mount Street and surrounded by key community and employment services, the 450m² site features eight flexible learning spaces, […]
At Macquarie Community College, we believe learning English is more than just mastering grammar or vocabulary – it’s about building confidence, community, and new opportunities. No one understands this better than Geetali Krishnasamy, our dedicated Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) Program Manager, who has been shaping lives through English courses for over a decade at […]
We recently celebrated the graduation of our students from the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care and Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) courses at Canterbury City Community Centre, Lakemba. It was a joyful evening, with students and their families coming together to acknowledge an important achievement. For many, this was […]
In 2025, Macquarie Community College proudly celebrates 75 years of dedicated service to the community. For over seven decades, the College has stood at the forefront of community-driven education across Greater Sydney, delivering real-world outcomes that empowers individuals, strengthen communities, and drive economic progress. This milestone stands as a powerful testament to the College’s unwavering […]
When Esther Cheng lost her husband, life changed. Suddenly alone in Sydney, far from her birthplace of Hong Kong, she began looking for something to fill the silence – something to give her purpose again. That’s when she found English classes at Macquarie Community College. “I had nothing to do. I needed to find myself […]
In 2025, Macquarie Community College proudly celebrates 75 years of transforming lives through inclusive, community-focused education. From its beginnings in 1950 to becoming Westen Sydney’s leading not-for-profit provider of community-based education and training, the College has continually evolved to meet the needs of individuals, employers and communities. This milestone is not only a reflection of […]
“I’ve always wanted to work with children,” says Sarah Hearne, Trainer and Assessor Early Childhood Education and Care at Macquarie Community College. Sarah began pursuing her child care career straight out of high school. After completing her Certificate III and Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, she quickly secured a full-time role in a […]
In 1950, Eastwood Evening College, which would later become Macquarie Community College, opened its doors under the motto “Dum Spiro Disco”, meaning “While I breathe, I learn”. Today, that commitment to lifelong learning is as strong as ever, with the College standing at the forefront of community-driven adult education across Greater Sydney. As the College […]
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 […]
