TAFE Queensland

05/10/2026

A special invitation for TAFE Queensland Gold Coast students, family and friends! 🤠🐎

Round up your crew for Experience Gold Coast 'Friends of EGC Evening' at Australian Outback Spectacular. 🐮

Enjoy pre-show entertainment, an arrival drink, a live show and a three-course dinner with beverages.

📅 Wednesday 14 October

📍Australian Outback Spectacular, Oxenford

🕕 Doors open 6.15pm | Show starts 7.30pm | Finishes 9.15pm

🎟️ $65 per person

Dress in your outback best for the chance to win prizes! ✨

Want to sit together? Book everyone’s tickets in the same transaction.

Book here 👉https://brnw.ch/21x6bDb

02/10/2026

From the kitchen to the garden 🌱

After 28 years as a chef, Mark O’Loughlin decided to follow his passion for growing things, enrolling in the Certificate III in Horticulture at TAFE Queensland’s Ashmore campus.

Through practical projects, he discovered new skills and a way to bring his love of food and gardening together.

Thinking about a change of direction? Read Mark’s story 👇

Mark O’Loughlin had spent nearly three decades orchestrating chaos in kitchens. But when life relocated him to the Gold Coast, he realised his true passion had been quietly waiting in the garden all along.

30/09/2026

Looking for something fun and social to do this month? 🗓️

The Gold Coast Student Hub has a range of upcoming events for students:

🏡 6 October: International Tenants Day -Afternoon tea and games
🧁 10 October: World Mental Health Day - Crafts and Cupcakes
🍕 16 October: World Food Day - Trivia and Free Pizza
⛳ 23 October: Topgolf excursion
🎃 30 October: Halloween Social Lunch

Registration is required. View the calendar and event details 👉 https://brnw.ch/21x64Uv

📍 Gold Coast Student Hub, 43 Nerang St, Southport QLD 4215
Experience Gold Coast Student Experience Gold Coast

Explore the calendar to see what student events and workshops are happening at the Gold Coast Student Hub and across the Gold Coast every month.

27/09/2026

DEADLINE EXTENDED ⏰🌟

Applications for the 2026 Gold Coast Student Excellence Awards now close Monday 12 October.

Students can self-nominate or nominate an outstanding fellow student across eight categories celebrating achievement in entrepreneurship, research, community leadership, diversity and inclusion, health and wellness, arts and culture, environmental sustainability, and global citizenship and international impact.

Category winners will receive a $1,000 prize, with all shortlisted nominees recognised at the Gala Awards Night.

Apply now 👉 https://brnw.ch/21x608y

Experience Gold Coast

25/09/2026

“I will always do everything within my control to ensure my team has the tools required to provide learners the very best experience at TAFE Queensland.” 🛠️

As an Education Team Leader at our Ashmore campus, Eli Dawson supports construction teachers and apprentices to get the most from their training.

Whether he’s helping learners connect theory with practice or build confidence in their abilities, Eli takes pride in the little wins.

That commitment recently earned him the Emerging Leader (Education) award at the 2026 TAFE Queensland Staff Awards. 🎉

He also supported the recent launch of Carpentry Australia's Breakers Program at Ashmore campus, an initiative designed to improve apprentice retention and completion through mentoring, regular check-ins and professional development.

Read Eli’s full story 👉 https://brnw.ch/21x5WNL

20/09/2026

Keen for a Monday night movie? 🎬🍿

TAFE Queensland students can enjoy half-price student tickets every Monday at Event Cinemas with a free Cinebuzz membership.

To access the offer:

1. Sign up or log in to Cinebuzz.
2. Go to ‘Account’, select ‘Edit Details’ and enter promo code AUSTU26.
3. Book online through your Cinebuzz account or show your membership barcode at the box office.

Don’t forget to bring your valid student ID.

Terms, conditions and online booking fees apply. Visit the Event Cinemas website for full details: https://brnw.ch/21x5OYq

18/09/2026

Mikosei builds a new career in IT 🖥

After working in creative freelance roles, Mikosei decided to challenge herself by entering a more technical, problem‑solving field.

“I wanted to test myself in a completely different environment,” Mikosei said.

She completed a Certificate III in Information Technology (ICT30120), before continuing her studies with a Diploma of Information Technology (ICT50220), building industry‑relevant skills and confidence along the way.

Read Mikosei’s story 👇

A deliberate career change has led Mikosei Okumura to a successful new future in an information technology role after completing hands-on, engaging training at TAFE Queensland’s Toowoomba campus.

17/09/2026

A shout out 📣 to all of our trade students, apprentices, graduates and educators on National Tradies Day! 🛠️

Electrician Harry recognised the growing demand for skills in the clean energy sector and decided to expand his knowledge, gaining free battery training 🔋 thorugh the TAFE Centre of Excellence Clean Energy Batteries at TAFE Queensland.

Read Harry's story 👇

Electrician Harry gained battery design and installation skills through fully funded training.

17/09/2026

Living out her dream career 🌏

Sometimes taking the plunge is worth it. For Evelyn Chiabai she jumped at the chance to move to Australia to study and now four years later, hasn’t looked back.

Read more about her journey 👇

In 2018, Evelyn Chiabai jumped at the chance to move to Australia from Brazil to study. Four years later, she hasn’t looked back.

16/09/2026

🍷 Last chance to book your spot!

Our Barossa W**e Enthusiast Course Level 1 is happening tomorrow night at TAFE Queensland Robina.

Join us from 6pm for a relaxed evening of w**e tasting and learning.

Enjoy a guided tasting of six Barossa w**es while exploring the region’s w**e styles, history, viticulture and w**emaking. 🍇

📍 TAFE Queensland Robina campus
📅 Thursday 17 September
⏰ From 6pm

Please enjoy alcohol responsibly. 18+ only.

Book your spot now 👉 https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/barossa-w**e-enthusiast-course-level-1-non-accredited-short-course-tickets-1995612510740?aff=oddtdtcreator -card

16/09/2026

The clock is ticking! ⏰

If you or someone you know are looking to enrol in a new course in 2027 at TAFE Queensland, or you are a first-year apprentice, applications for scholarships worth $5,000 close in two weeks on Wednesday 30 September 2026.

For more information or to apply visit https://tafeqld.edu.au/scholarships 👈

15/09/2026

TAFE Queensland double graduate and 2025 Student of the Year Isobelle Fawkes is using her counselling and mental health skills to support people in her community. 💙

“Counselling felt like a practical way to turn empathy and life experience into professional skills that could genuinely help people.”

Isobelle was recently selected as a 2026 Westfield Local Heroes finalist for Westfield Helensvale, recognising her counselling work supporting people affected by alcohol and other drug challenges through Drug ARM.

Read Isobelle’s story 👉 https://brnw.ch/21x5GEx

14/09/2026

After years working as a music roadie, security guard, and surveyor for energy companies, Troy Crooks never imagined his next chapter would unfold behind an easel instead of an amplifier.

From certificate to diploma to degree, read more about Troy's journey below 👇

After years working as a music roadie, security guard, and surveyor for energy companies, Troy Crooks never imagined his next chapter would unfold behind an easel instead of an amplifier.

14/09/2026

Ever wanted to see inside a TAFE Queensland campus?

Come behind the scenes with a group tour and discover what makes our Gold Coast campuses unique. Explore industry-leading facilities, connect with our teaching team, and learn about our flexible study options that fit your lifestyle.

Register now 👉 https://brnw.ch/21x5ERh

11/09/2026

From rebuilding her life in a new country to placing second at the WorldSkills Australia Regional competition, Kristina is turning her passion for cooking into a career. 👩‍🍳

"When you cook for your family and your friends, it's like you're showing them love." ❤️

Read Kristina’s story 👇

When Kristina arrived in Toowoomba in 2023, she was starting a new chapter in a new country, one filled with opportunity, learning and hope for the future. Originally from Iraq and a member of the Yazidi community, Kristina rebuilt her life in regional Queensland through education, determination and...

11/09/2026

For Sarah Bollard, teaching baking is a full-circle moment.

After starting her own training journey at TAFE Queensland and building a successful career as a chef, pastry chef and business owner, Sarah is now helping the next generation of bakers develop their skills and confidence.

"My career path was because of TAFE. And if I can just do a little bit for my students, the way that the educators did for me when I was at TAFE, then that's more than enough, I think."

From fresh bread to cinnamon buns, Sarah is passing on her passion for baking one student at a time.

Read Sarah's story 👇

For Sarah Bollard, teaching the Certificate II in Baking (FBP20221) at TAFE Queensland is a full-circle moment.

10/09/2026

The secret is out 👀

After months of planning, filming, photographing and pretending we haven't been super excited, our new campaign launches this month.

With real students, apprentices and teachers in front of the camera, actual TAFE Queensland campuses as the backdrop, and an all-Queensland production crew behind the scenes, keep your eyes peeled later this month to see everyone featured in our upcoming campaign, from billboards and bus backs to digital ads near you.

09/09/2026

Ask R U OK? Any Day, because life happens every day. 💛

A lot can happen in a year, a month, a week. Whether it’s your friend, family member, colleague, partner, or teammate, the people you care about go through life’s ups and downs every day.

By having regular, meaningful conversations, you build trust and normalise talking about what’s really going on, so when the people in your world find themselves struggling, they know you’re someone they can talk to.

Learn more at 👉 https://brnw.ch/21x5zAk

09/09/2026

TAFE Queensland has been part of Clinton's career journey from apprentice to refrigeration mechanic and licensed electrician. Now, he's returned once again to build new skills in the growing renewable energy sector. 🔋

Clinton recently completed a Grid-Connected Battery Storage Systems Designer-Installer Skill Set (UEESS00191), fully funded through the TAFE Centre of Excellence Clean Energy Batteries.

Read Clinton's story 👉 https://brnw.ch/21x5xJp

Clinton gained free battery storage training through TAFE Queensland, helping power the launch of his new business.