Meet Lachlan Baines, Hospitality Trainer at Macquarie Community College. Lachlan’s journey began over 14 years ago and for the past 4 years, has been sharing his expertise as a Hospitality and Barista Trainer. Now, as a proud trainer at Macquarie Community College, Lachlan continues to inspire the next generation of Hospitality professionals. A Passion for […]
Meet Sue, Early Childhood Education and Care Lead Trainer at Macquarie Community College. Her dedication to quality education and passion for Child Care continues to inspire students and colleagues alike. From Hands-On Care to Hands-On Teaching Sue’s career in early childhood education began in 1991, when she first entered the childcare sector. Over the years, […]
Naturally, a happy dog means a happy owner! At Macquarie Community College, we offer a variety of Dog Training classes, led by our dedicated and passionate trainers, Julie Quinn and Narelle Brown. With diverse backgrounds and a shared love for dogs, they equip owners with not only the knowledge but the skills to promote healthy, […]
Fiona Oates has been a key part of the Macquarie Community College family since 2007. Originally starting as a part-time evening teacher, Fiona gradually took on more work as her children grew older and became more independent. Her journey into teaching began with a deep passion for supporting her community, which has only grown stronger […]
A Journey of Yoga, Teaching, and Lifelong Learning at Macquarie Community College. Leigh Wood’s journey with yoga began long before she became a loved tutor at Macquarie Community Colleges. Leigh’s story is one of passion, dedication, and commitment to helping others find balance, strength, and peace through this ancient practice. A Lifelong Passion for Yoga […]
Ron Widman began his career journey in 1965 at just 16 years old, leaving school with a shy demeanor. His “gap year” lasted only a weekend, as he embarked on his first job immediately the following Monday. Ron recognized the importance of developing social skills, especially for finding a girlfriend. At 17, he made the […]
David Vasey has been teaching Tech Savvy Seniors for nearly a decade at Macquarie Community College. When we asked what keeps him returning year after year he simply said “Because it is fun – I’m too old to do things that I don’t enjoy”. It’s clear that his continued dedication to the program stems from […]
Louise Maitland’s journey into the world of flower arranging began as a hobby while her three children were young and growing up. She pursued her interest further by taking flower arrangement courses and gaining work experience in local flower shops. This experience ignited her passion for the flower industry.
