Learning English is about more than grammar and vocabulary. It is about finding the confidence to speak, write, connect with others and take the next step towards work, study and everyday life in Australia. That was at the heart of the Macquarie Community College Writing Competition 2026. All our students were invited to use their […]
Digital tools are changing how we work, run businesses and communicate with customers. Whether you want to become more confident with Excel, understand artificial intelligence, use Microsoft 365 Copilot or create better videos for your business, Macquarie Community College’s Business & Digital Skills courses offer practical learning you can use straight away. Our short courses […]
What happens when adults come together to try something new? There is laughter. There is curiosity. There are conversations between people who may never have met otherwise. And, sometimes, there is the discovery of a new skill, hobby or interest that continues long after the class ends. That was the atmosphere at Adult Learners Week […]
Returning to study after a long break is always challenging, especially when you are learning in another language. For Maryam Yousefi, coming to Macquarie Community College (MCC) was an opportunity to start learning again and build the English confidence she needs for her future. Maryam has lived in Australia for many years. She previously studied […]
After arriving in Australia from Afghanistan, Mirza joined the Skills for Education and Employment (SEE) Program at Macquarie Community College’s Blacktown Campus. Through supportive English classes, practical activities and encouragement from his teacher, he is building the language, digital and employability skills he needs for everyday life, further study and future work. Although he is one of the youngest students in […]
Araya’s journey shows how adult learning can help people rebuild confidence and start a new career in Australia. After moving from China to Australia, she chose Child Care course at Macquarie Community College to build practical skills, understand Australian early childhood frameworks and create a pathway into work as a child care educator. When Araya moved to Australia two […]
Macquarie Community College recently celebrated the graduation of 26 students who completed qualifications in Early Childhood Education and Care and Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) – two sectors experiencing strong demand across Western Sydney and NSW. For many graduates, this was much more than a graduation ceremony. It was their first Australian qualification. It was […]
Adult life can easily become a cycle of work, responsibilities and routines. That’s why more people are looking for something different — creative hobbies, practical skills, social activities and courses in Sydney that bring joy, confidence and connection. This Term 3, Macquarie Community College is launching a range of new short courses designed for everyone […]
Looking for creative hobbies for adults in Sydney? Our Arts and Crafts classes can help reduce stress, improve mental wellbeing and build confidence — while giving you the chance to learn something new in a supportive community environment. At Macquarie Community College (MCC), we see every day how creative learning helps adults reconnect with themselves, meet new people and […]
Macquarie Community College (MCC) delivers community education programs across Western Sydney that support people to build skills, confidence and meaningful connections. One recent initiative in Carlingford focused on bringing together people from migrant and refugee backgrounds through hands-on gardening workshops designed to support wellbeing and social connection. At MCC, learning is not only about gaining […]
