75 Years Strong – Thank You to Our Volunteer Board Members

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 […]

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Stephen Wells Reflects on Macquarie Community College’s Purpose and Promise 

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 […]

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Child Care Career to Community Impact

“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 […]

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Celebrating 75 Years of Learning and Self Improvement

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 […]

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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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