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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
For many migrants, leaving their home country means starting over. It’s about more than finding a home — it’s also about rebuilding a career and future. Unfortunately, this challenge is familiar to many migrants. Macquarie Community College programs are designed to help people take that first or next step. Loris Youssef is one such student […]
When Shaista Nasreen moved to Australia from Pakistan in 2019, her life took a significant turn — both personally and professionally. Transitioning to life in a new country presented unexpected challenges that would reshape her child care career path and future aspirations. Embracing New Beginnings with Macquarie Community College “Moving to Australia was entirely different […]
Juliana Teon’s story is a true testament to the power of community education and personal growth. After navigating career shifts, migration, and motherhood, she rediscovered her passion for Early Childhood Education at Macquarie Community College. During Adult Learners Week Writing Competition her writing entry, “Personal Growth Through Community Education,” captures the inspiring journey of self-discovery and […]
Jeniston Jesunesan’s journey with Macquarie Community College is nothing short of inspiring. His determination to reshape his career and grow personally led him to our unique educational community. Through his Adult Learners Week writing competition entry “How Macquarie Community College Helped Me Achieve My Goals,” and in our recent interview, Jeniston shares how our team […]
Sister Mary Radiance Therese, originally from India, has always been driven by a desire to care for others. Her passion for care and individual support has taken her across continents, and in 2017, she arrived in Australia as a missionary. Her story is one of compassion, resilience, and lifelong learning, particularly in the fields of […]
At Macquarie Community College, we celebrate the transformative stories of our students. This year’s Adult Learners Week Writing Competition showcased Yoga Skandakumar, our first-place winner. Her reflections on education and personal growth reminds us that learning has no boundaries. A Career of Service and a New Chapter Yoga’s journey is as rich as her […]
Celebrating Adult Learners: A Glimpse into Our Writing Competition At Macquarie Community College, we see education as a lifelong journey, and, therefore, Adult Learners Week is the perfect opportunity to celebrate it. This time around, we hosted an inspiring Writing Competition, inviting learners to reflect on their growth through adult education. As a result, the […]
