Wed 2 April 2025
SuniTAFE proudly launched its first “Reflect” Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) with two community events last week. Read more
Fri 28 March 2025
The SuniTAFE SMART Farm Modernisation Project was officially opened this week by the Hon. Gayle Tierney, Minister for Skills and TAFE. Read more
Mon 31 March 2025
SuniTAFE’s new Protected Horticulture Program was launched to the public this week with an expo held at the SMART Farm campus. Read more
Thu 27 March 2025
Swan Hill’s Class of 2024 was celebrated on Monday night at the annual Graduation and Awards event. Read more
Fri 7 March 2025
SuniTAFE started a conversation on how to #AccelerateAction at a high tea this morning in recognition of International Women’s Day. Read more
Thu 27 March 2025
SuniTAFE celebrated another cohort of graduates on Wednesday night at the annual Mildura campus Graduation and Awards celebration. Read more
Fri 31 January 2025
SuniTAFE’s SMART Farm campus had reason to celebrate at the end of 2024, receiving two prizes at the annual Sunbeam Awards. Read more
Thu 16 January 2025
School is out for the TAFEKids Kindergarten class of 2024, and their successful year was celebrated earlier this month with a graduation ceremony. Read more
Mon 16 December 2024
Young people across the Mallee will open a gift from SuniTAFE at Christmas time this year, thanks to the Mallee Family Care Christmas Appeal. Read more
Wed 11 December 2024
SuniTAFE is seeking your views on the quality of our education and training. Read more
Fri 6 December 2024
Apprentices, teachers, and members of industry gathered last night for the inaugural Swan Hill Trades Night. Read more
Fri 29 November 2024
Apprentices, teachers, and members of industry gathered last night for the biggest SuniTAFE Trades Night yet. Read more
Mon 18 November 2024
SuniTAFE had much to celebrate last month, marking twenty years since the Swan Hill campus first opened its doors to the community on the current site. Read more
Fri 18 October 2024
SuniTAFE student Mei (Khanh Ngan) Ho’s photography skills have been recognised again with her photo winning the Victorian Heart of TAFE photography competition for the second year in a row. Read more
Fri 18 October 2024
SuniTAFE CEO Brett Millington knows all too well the importance of having an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) available in a time of crisis. Nine years ago, at only 38, Brett had a sudden cardiac arrest. Read more
Tue 15 October 2024
Staff and students across SuniTAFE’s campuses were encouraged to check in on themselves and their peers yesterday for World Mental Health Day. Read more
Thu 10 October 2024
SuniTAFE student Thomas Bevan spent last week in France vying for gold in the WorldSkills International Championships. Read more
Thu 10 October 2024
SuniTAFE was proudly represented at last Friday’s Victorian Training Awards gala, with a student and teacher both attending as finalists. Read more
Mon 26 August 2024
SuniTAFE’s Mildura campus opened its doors to the public last week to showcase the courses on offer for 2025. Read more
Mon 19 August 2024
After years of studying and teaching within the TAFE sector, Heavy Automotive Teacher Will Sharpe has been named one of three finalists for Victoria’s Teacher/Trainer of the Year. Read more
Fri 16 August 2024
When Emily Behrendt was first told that she was going to be nominated for a Victorian Training Award she could not have anticipated how rewarding it would feel to have her hard work recognised. Read more
Fri 16 August 2024
Children at TAFEKids were encouraged to run, jump, and climb last month for their own mini-Olympic games. Read more
Thu 1 August 2024
SuniTAFE engineering students were treated to a day of industry visits to local businesses last month, including Interlink Sprayers. Read more
Thu 1 August 2024
Keeping the Sunraysia homeless community warm this winter was the priority of a recent blanket and coat drive run by several SuniTAFE Community Services students. Read more
Thu 1 August 2024
This aligns with the mission of SuniTAFE’s SMART Farm campus, which is to be a leader of industry by proactively building a more efficient horticulture sector. Read more
Thu 1 August 2024
In collaboration with Apprenticeships Victoria, SuniTAFE engaged with the Fit to Drive Foundation to deliver the ‘Work Smart Drive Smart’ program to a group of construction trade apprentices. Read more
Mon 29 July 2024
Are you a talented First Nations artist with a passion for culture and community? Read more
Thu 25 July 2024
If you have ever had an interest in trying your hand at The Art of Dynamic Drawing or Cyanotype printing or just wanted to learn more about creative art, now is your chance. Read more
Thu 25 July 2024
SuniTAFE’s Information Technology (I.T.) department has made a big impact by delivering a short course and promoting the skills development of students more than 8,000 kilometres away in China. Read more
Tue 23 July 2024
The SuniTAFE TechZone Gaming Hub in the Nexus Space was officially opened in March after many years of planning. Read more
Fri 5 July 2024
SuniTAFE commercial cookery students faced off against highly skilled chefs from across the state in the AusTAFE Culinary Trophy State Finals yesterday, coming home with four medals. Read more
Thu 4 July 2024
A teacher and student from SuniTAFE are amongst this year’s Victorian Training Awards finalists, announced in a media release by the Victorian Government last week. Read more
Fri 21 June 2024
For one local family, studying Certificate III in Plumbing (CPC32420) at SuniTAFE has become a rewarding and trusted tradition. Read more
Thu 11 July 2024
SuniTAFE is offering a brand-new Certificate II in Protected Horticulture (AHC21819). We developed this course in response to the booming industry growth in Protected Horticulture paired with a shortage of skilled workers. Read more
Fri 14 June 2024
SuniTAFE staff and students raised awareness for National Reconciliation Week with an event hosted by the Dulka Yuppata staff and students in May. Read more
Thu 6 June 2024
SuniTAFE joined in with many other organisations and community groups across Australia in May to host an Australia's Biggest Morning Tea community event. Read more
Fri 31 May 2024
General Manager – Operations David Harris announced to staff last week that he will be leaving SuniTAFE after seven years in the role. Read more
Mon 17 June 2024
SuniTAFE’s new Horticultural Relationship Manager Matt Wilson is eager to see the SuniTAFE SMART Farm thrive and transform into a centre of excellence for both industry and the education sector. Read more
Tue 11 June 2024
The friendly people, beautiful landscape and SuniTAFE’s reputation were all reasons Silvester Wanjohi, Nessie Kabura and Hannah Njogu moved to Sunraysia from Kenya. Read more
Fri 14 June 2024
Jasmin Simmons first applied for the role of Library Trainee more than two years ago because of her love of books, and has since, made the role her own. Read more
Tue 4 June 2024
Jordyn Greenhill and Amanda Lowe have 25 years of industry experience between them and now they have returned to the secondary school classroom to help grow the industry. Read more
Tue 4 June 2024
For half a century, Barb Griffiths has worked as a nurse. Now she is passing on her knowledge and wisdom to the next generation. Read more
Thu 23 May 2024
SuniTAFE aims to be a leader in the community and extend its heavy automotive expertise beyond the classroom by getting involved in local industry events. Read more
Mon 20 May 2024
Mothers and important people of the children who attend TAFE Kids were invited to spend the afternoon with their children, enjoying platters of food and taking part in a range of activities. Read more
Thu 16 May 2024
SuniTAFE’s international student cohort expanded last month with 14 newcomers joining the Mildura campus. Read more
Fri 10 May 2024
Representatives from SuniTAFE were invited to attend a Civic Reception for Her Excellency Professor the Honourable Margaret Gardner AC last week to welcome her to the Mildura region. Read more
Thu 9 May 2024
SuniTAFE’s Swan Hill campus was visited by Senator Jana Stewart last week to discuss how the campus is contributing to the Swan Hill community. Read more
Fri 3 May 2024
Across two days in March, WorldSkills International Championship hopeful Thomas Bevan participated in specialised training with William Adams Caterpillar in Tasmania to prepare him for the global competition. Read more
Mon 29 April 2024
Four SuniTAFE nursing graduates have followed in their mothers’ footsteps by joining the team at Swan Hill District Health. Read more
Wed 24 April 2024
SuniTAFE staff spent the last week participating in mental health first aid training to equip them with the necessary skills to help a colleague in need. Read more
Tue 23 April 2024
Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining (CPC31220) apprentice Tristan Bulger was named Apprentice of the Year at the Swan Hill Graduation and Awards event held last month. Read more
Fri 19 April 2024
SuniTAFE joined forces with every other Victorian TAFE this week to participate in the inaugural Respect and Equality in TAFE (RET) Week. Read more
Tue 23 April 2024
The Sunraysia community celebrated a pivotal moment of achievement on Wednesday 27 March 2024, as SuniTAFE held its 2023 Graduation and Awards Ceremony. Read more
Wed 17 April 2024
People across the world were embracing their creative sides yesterday for World Art Day. Read more
Wed 3 April 2024
The nearly completed expansion of SuniTAFE’s plumbing training space will allow for more students to be trained in the vital skills required for plumbing careers. Read more
Thu 28 March 2024
SuniTAFE’s Mildura campus had double the celebrations yesterday with two graduation events held across the day. Read more
Thu 28 March 2024
SuniTAFE staff and students kicked off their final week of term and commenced Easter celebrationswith freshly baked hot cross buns on Tuesday. Read more
Mon 25 March 2024
SuniTAFE was one of only a handful of Australian training facilities to be invited on a study tour in Germany last year. Read more
Wed 20 March 2024
The spotlight was on SuniTAFE students last night at the annual Graduation and Awards ceremony for the Swan Hill campus. Read more
Fri 15 March 2024
SuniTAFE has become the only Registered Training Organisation (RTO) to currently offer Certificate II in Protected Horticulture (AHC21819) in Victoria thanks to funding provided by the Victorian Government. Read more
Fri 15 March 2024
International students from more than 10 different countries have found their feet at SuniTAFE over the past several weeks. Read more
Thu 14 March 2024
If you are looking to advance your education, prepare for employment, gain job-ready skills or explore potential pathways to university, visiting the Skills and Jobs Centre Mobile Service on March 20 should be on the top of your to do list. Read more
Tue 12 March 2024
SuniTAFE Victorian Pathways Certificate (VPC) and Victorian Certificate of Education Vocational Major (VCE VM) students were joined by Chief Executive Officer Brett Millington for a class last month. However, this was unknown to them at the time. Read more
Fri 8 March 2024
The focus of this year’s International Women’s Day is to #InspireInclusion, which is something that SuniTAFE Board Director Leesa Merrett has long been passionate about. Read more
Fri 8 March 2024
This year’s International Women’s Day theme aims to encourage everyone to #InspireInclusion and create a sense of belonging for all. Read more
Fri 8 March 2024
Secondary students participating in the 2024 Northern Mallee Horticulture Immersion (NMHI) Project were treated to an industry visit to SuniTAFE’s SMART Farm campus last month. Read more
Fri 1 March 2024
Completing a short course is an efficient way to gain the most up-to-date industry skills and can be beneficial for even the most experienced workers. Read more
Thu 22 February 2024
SuniTAFE Creative Design students teamed up with Mildura Rural City Council to participate in the Bilingual Storybook Project, which was launched at Mildura Arts Centre last night. Read more
Mon 19 February 2024
Some of Australia’s most talented TAFE students are hard at work preparing for the WorldSkills International Championships in September; amongst them is SuniTAFE and Mildura Truck Centre's own heavy automotive apprentice Thomas Bevan. Read more
Fri 16 February 2024
The 2024 delivery of the VET Tradies program kicked off last week, with the first term dedicated to automotive studies. Read more
Tue 6 February 2024
SuniTAFE has been successful in receiving 10 scholarships in the latest round of Destination Australia funding. Read more
Wed 31 January 2024
The sun was shining over the Mildura campus courtyard today where new students were invited to gather for the 2024 Orientation Day. Read more
Mon 29 January 2024
Jayke Wilson first walked through the doors of SuniTAFE as an automotive student, 17 years on and he is now SuniTAFE’s new Light Automotive teacher. Read more
Fri 19 January 2024
Two SuniTAFE nursing students have been recognised for their academic excellence by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation Victorian Branch (ANMF). Read more
Mon 15 January 2024
A survey conducted by SEEK has found that two of the most in-demand benefits of a job that Australians look for when applying are flexible work arrangements and professional development opportunities. Read more
Fri 12 January 2024
As the 2024 teaching year fast approaches, SuniTAFE would like to reflect on the successes celebrated by the Institute in 2023. Read more
Tue 9 January 2024
SuniTAFE nursing graduate Pearl Dunn was a finalist for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year Award at the 2023 Australian Training Awards. Read more
Thu 21 December 2023
A celebration evening was held earlier this month for SuniTAFE’s Foundation Studies students to acknowledge their hard work and personal growth throughout the year. Read more
Tue 19 December 2023
From HR Manager to running a prison, to working as a Sheriff, Angela Gransden has held an impressive array of senior manager and executive level positions. Read more
Mon 18 December 2023
SuniTAFE staff and students made their mark on a mural recently created on Gallagher Lane, behind the Grand Hotel. Read more
Tue 19 December 2023
The Victorian Skills Plan for 2023 into 2024 shows that SuniTAFE is providing training for the industries that the Mallee will need most by 2026. Read more
Fri 8 December 2023
SuniTAFE’s smallest graduates were celebrated this week with a graduation night for the TAFEKids Kindergarten class of 2023. Read more
Tue 5 December 2023
The Mildura campus was jam-packed with toys, books, art supplies, and much more this week as SuniTAFE participated in the Mallee Family Care Christmas Appeal for another year. Read more
Mon 4 December 2023
SuniTAFE is working towards filling the local and national shortage of qualified early years educators with the introduction of a new delivery mode. Read more
Thu 30 November 2023
The creativity of SuniTAFE’s art students will be on show tonight at the official opening of the 2023 End of year student exhibition. Read more
Fri 24 November 2023
Students undertaking automotive studies as part of the VET Delivered to Secondary Students (VETDSS) program at SuniTAFE participated in a series of industry visits last month. Read more
Wed 15 November 2023
Students who undertake SuniTAFE’s Certificate I in Work Education (22566VIC) course will now be able to participate in a new and improved work placement program. Read more
Wed 15 November 2023
Under the instruction of Electro Technology teacher Carl Carter, SuniTAFE students are being trained for the future. Read more
Fri 10 November 2023
SuniTAFE Mildura’s Automotive Workshop was transformed last night for the second annual Trades Night event. Read more
Thu 9 November 2023
SuniTAFE’s Youth Education students invited their friends and family along to an end of year celebration at Pizza Café last night to acknowledge all of their hard work for 2023. Read more
Mon 6 November 2023
SuniTAFE’s organisational values have undergone a review to better reflect the culture of the Institute and align with the role it plays in the community. Read more
Fri 3 November 2023
Spooky spiders, creepy skeletons and a vampire for a CEO were all part of the fun at SuniTAFE on Tuesday to celebrate Halloween. Read more
Fri 27 October 2023
SuniTAFE student Yuying ‘Linda’ Ding was named International Student of the Year – Vocational Education and Training at last night’s Victorian International Education Awards. Read more
Fri 20 October 2023
A visit from the Hon. Gayle Tierney, Minister for Skills and TAFE and Minister for Regional Development last week marked the official opening of the SuniTAFE Nexus Space. Read more
Fri 13 October 2023
SuniTAFE Diploma of Graphic Design (CUA50720) students painted grain bins in Werrimull earlier this month, in preparation for the upcoming Werrimull Oktoberfest event. Read more
Tue 10 October 2023
SuniTAFE students hosted a welcome dinner for the Judicial College of Victoria last Thursday 5 October, as part of their Back to Country event. Read more
Thu 5 October 2023
SuniTAFE Beauty Teacher Jess Kendrigan has returned to campus feeling energised after completing the VET Development Centre (VDC) Teaching Fellowship Program. The Program supports teachers in their first years of education delivery. Read more
Wed 27 September 2023
With 20 years of experience in design and construction and 15 years working in the TAFE sector, SuniTAFE was thrilled to appoint Wayne Ketchen as the new General Manager - Education Delivery in June. Read more
Thu 21 September 2023
Tom was awarded a gold medal at the WorldSkills Australian Championships last month in the Heavy Vehicle Mechanics category. Read more
Mon 18 September 2023
SuniTAFE demonstrated its support for R U OK? Day last week with events at both the Mildura and Swan Hill campuses, hosted by the Student Support Services department. Read more
Thu 14 September 2023
After two big weeks, SuniTAFE’s 2023 Careers Open Day season has come to an end. Read more
Thu 7 September 2023
Mei (Khanh Ngan) Ho has been chosen as the winner of the ‘Life on Campus’ photography competition, hosted by the Australian Education Union. Read more
Tue 5 September 2023
Children across Australia celebrated their love of reading, books and storybook characters last week during national CBCA Book Week. Read more
Thu 31 August 2023
SuniTAFE Accounting student Yuying ‘Linda’ Ding is a finalist for this year’s Victorian International Education Awards Read more
Wed 30 August 2023
As part of a commitment to improvement, SuniTAFE has built a new Information Desk to be the first point of contact for all visitors to the Institute. Read more
Fri 25 August 2023
Diploma of Nursing graduate Pearl Dunn was awarded Koorie Student of the Year at last week’s Victorian Training Awards event. Read more
Wed 23 August 2023
Two SuniTAFE students have come home with gold medals from the WorldSkills Australia National Championships in Melbourne. Read more
Fri 18 August 2023
The Victorian Aboriginal Education Association Inc. (VAEAI) hosted their Koorie Big Day Out event at SuniTAFE’s Mildura Campus yesterday as part of the Toorong Marnong expo. Read more
Tue 15 August 2023
Susan Gehrig first enrolled in CUA41320 Certificate IV in Visual Arts as a hobby. However, it has proven to be a complement to her existing career. Read more
Mon 14 August 2023
SuniTAFE’s Automotive Air Conditioning Technology Short Course (SCAUR20220AC) aims to teach students how to service and repair vehicle air conditioning systems. Read more
Thu 10 August 2023
Five SuniTAFE students and one Mildura Senior College student have spent the past month training for the 2023 WorldSkills Australia National Championships next week. Read more
Wed 9 August 2023
Sunraysia will welcome seven new Enrolled Nurses to the workforce this month with SuniTAFE’s most recent Diploma of Nursing students having officially completed their qualification. Read more
Fri 28 July 2023
SuniTAFE Conservation and Ecosystem Management students have been part of a team working to make a difference to the local ecosystem. Read more
Fri 28 July 2023
In recognition of her passion and dedication to her job, TAFEKids Inc. Early Childhood Teacher Chelsie Jensen has been nominated for the 2023 Victorian Early Years Awards in the category of Early Childhood Teacher of the Year. Read more
Fri 28 July 2023
On 23 June, VETDSS students enrolled in Certificate III in Design Fundamentals (CUA30720) installed the first ever display on The Nexus stage. Read more
Thu 27 July 2023
The Victorian TAFE Association State Conference, TAFECreates 23, will be held in the region for the first time with the support of SuniTAFE. Read more
Tue 19 December 2023
SuniTAFE’s Skills and Jobs Centre continued its involvement with Ardoch last month by offering four Learning Through Lunch program sessions to local school children. Read more
Tue 19 December 2023
SuniTAFE’s SMART Farm Campus served as a hub for John Deere trainers who spent a month teaching their staff about innovative technology. Read more
Mon 24 July 2023
Raising awareness for anti-bullying was at the forefront of a recent fundraiser held by SuniTAFE’s Certificate I in Work Education (22566VIC) students. Read more
Thu 20 July 2023
Both of SuniTAFE’s campuses hosted their annual NAIDOC celebrations this month. This year’s NAIDOC theme was ‘For Our Elders.’ Read more
Tue 19 December 2023
The SuniTAFE SMART Farm was awarded for their quality dried fruit at this year’s Sunbeam Foods Grower Meeting. Read more
Thu 20 July 2023
SuniTAFE Teacher of the Year Jess Kendrigan has commenced the VET Development Centre (VDC) Teaching Fellowship Program. Read more
Tue 18 July 2023
Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance HLT33015 students in their second year of the VET Delivered to Secondary Students (VETDSS) program participated in industry placements earlier this year. Read more
Tue 11 July 2023
SuniTAFE is excited to share that nursing student Pearl Dunn is a finalist for the 2023 Victorian Training Awards. Read more
Thu 29 June 2023
SuniTAFE’s Hybrid and Electric Vehicle short course (SCAUR30620HE) is designed to show students how to safely work on electric and hybrid vehicles and to help them understand how these vehicles operate. Read more
Fri 16 June 2023
For many years, SuniTAFE has been giving secondary school students a chance to get a jump on their career through the VET Delivered to Secondary Students (VETDSS) program. Read more
Wed 7 June 2023
Mildura Senior College Students Shown Many Career Pathways at SuniTAFE. Read more
Wed 7 June 2023
Sunraysia Institute of TAFE has secured $1.9 million to be used towards its ‘Protective Cropping – Building an Industry Workforce’ project. Read more
Tue 30 May 2023
The flexibility offered by SuniTAFE has allowed Kylie Hutchinson to pursue her goals whilst meeting the demands of everyday life. Read more
Tue 30 May 2023
The Sunraysia Institute of TAFE (SuniTAFE) Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Brett Millington as the new SuniTAFE Chief Executive Officer. Read more
Fri 26 May 2023
A representative from Victoria Police visited some of SuniTAFE’s apprentices earlier this month to talk to them about key issues impacting their demographic. Read more
Tue 23 May 2023
After completing the maximum term permitted for a SuniTAFE Board Member, Terry Jennings will retire from his position at the end of August 2023, leaving a vacancy to be filled. Read more
Fri 12 May 2023
SuniTAFE students completing the Diploma of Community Services and Certificate IV in Community Services attended an industry information session at the Mildura campus on Wednesday 22 March. Read more
Tue 9 May 2023
SuniTAFE becomes the first RTO in Australia to train with a fully electric excavator. Read more
Tue 2 May 2023
SuniTAFE welcomes Victorian TAFE Association State Conference participants. The theme for this year's conference is TAFE Creates. Read more
Fri 21 April 2023
SuniTAFE’s newest international students were welcomed to campus on Wednesday 19 April with a fun and informative orientation day. Read more
Wed 19 April 2023
Sophie was one of 98 students who received their diploma qualifications at the 2023 Graduation and Awards Ceremony in Mildura. Read more
Wed 19 April 2023
Meet our current and previous students Tom (Thang Songput) and Clinton Leavold. Read more
Wed 19 April 2023
This course is designed for professionals who may be required to provide an initial response to victims of family violence but do not have this as a core function to their work role. Read more
Fri 14 April 2023
Mildura Truck Centre (MTC) was presented with their Employer of the Year Award at an afternoon tea on Monday 3 April. Read more
Fri 14 April 2023
SuniTAFE’s Automotive Department hosted an information night about electric vehicle safety on Thursday 23 February. Read more
Tue 11 April 2023
Amongst the new faces seen on campus, there are 15 international students who have commenced their studies at SuniTAFE this term. Read more
Thu 6 April 2023
Students, industry partners and staff joined together at the Swan Hill Town Hall Performing Arts and Conference Centre last night for the annual SuniTAFE Graduation and Awards. Read more
Fri 24 March 2023
The value of the beauty industry can often be overlooked. This is something that SuniTAFE teacher Jess Kendrigan is determined to change. Read more
Fri 17 March 2023
Destination Australia Scholarships are now open for applications. Read more
Wed 8 March 2023
The theme of International Women’s Day this year is ‘#EmbraceEquity.’ Contributing a wealth of experience, Neth Hinton is a valued member of the SuniTAFE Board of Directors. Read more
Mon 6 March 2023
SuniTAFE students spent last week painting a large-scale mural in Healy’s Lane as part of a Mildura City Heart and Cultivator Inc. initiative. Read more
Fri 3 March 2023
2023 brings a new training opportunity to the region with the introduction of Certificate IV in Information Technology (ICT40120) to SuniTAFE. Read more
Fri 24 February 2023
SuniTAFE welcomed its new students to the Mildura campus today with an afternoon of food, activities, and music. Read more
Thu 16 February 2023
There have been more detections of Murray Valley encephalitis (MVE) virus in mosquitoes trapped at multiple locations across northern Victoria. Read more
Mon 13 February 2023
Thousands of fish will benefit from the hard work of SuniTAFE VCAL students who are currently part of a Priority Species program. Read more
Tue 24 January 2023
Today is the fifth International Day of Education to be celebrated under the theme “to invest in people, prioritize education”. Read more
Fri 6 January 2023
As part of the Diploma of Community Services, a group of SuniTAFE students donated essential hygiene packs to the Red Earth Heart van on 23 November. Read more
Thu 22 December 2022
With years of experience in leading and managing in various workplaces, Scott Hopkins has plenty of wisdom to share with his students. Read more
Tue 20 December 2022
More than 70 staff members from SuniTAFE’s Mildura Campus got into the festive spirit this week by participating in the 2022 Mallee Family Care Christmas Appeal. Read more
Wed 7 December 2022
Alexiane Beck - SuniTAFE Winner: International Student of the Year – Vocational Education and Training Read more
Wed 7 December 2022
With more than 10 years steering the direction of Sunraysia Institute of TAFE (SuniTAFE), current Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Geoff Dea, has announced his June 2023 retirement date to all staff. Read more
Wed 7 December 2022
For more than 40 years, Max Hart (Arthur Maxwell Hart) shared his light vehicle automotive expertise with students across the TAFE sector. Read more
Mon 5 December 2022
Automotive teacher Terry Pain was awarded the VETDSS Trainer of the Year award at the 2022 VET Excellence Awards held on 16 November. Read more
Tue 29 November 2022
AFTER nearly a decade of teaching at SuniTAFE, Nicky Moore has been recognised for her dedication and passion by being named SuniTAFE Mildura campus Teacher of the Year. Read more
Wed 11 December 2024
SuniTAFE is seeking your views on the quality of our education and training. Read more
Fri 18 November 2022
SuniTAFE Certificate I in Transition Education (CITE) students planned and completed a project to send SolarBuddy lights to children in Timor Leste. Read more
Thu 17 November 2022
SuniTAFE's Automotive Workshop was the perfect backdrop for the inaugural SuniTAFE Trades Event for 2022. Read more
Wed 12 October 2022
Be Wise is empowering young Australians to handle conflict, look after their mates and make wise decisions—so we can End the Coward Punch, together. Read more
Wed 28 September 2022
Colleen Miceli, Nursing - Student of the Year - Diploma/Advanced Diploma and Health High Achiever. Read more
Mon 26 September 2022
Please note that the Customer Service Centre & Library facilities will be unavailable on Thursday the 29th of September & Friday the 30th of September due to campus works. Read more
Thu 1 September 2022
Today, members of the local community came together at SuniTAFE to celebrate this year’s National NAIDOC. Read more
Wed 31 August 2022
The SuniTAFE Heavy Automotive Department was recognised at the SuniTAFE Swan Hill campus graduation this year to celebrate 20 years since the program was first established. Read more
Tue 30 August 2022
SuniTAFE Art students were treated to a workshop with renowned Victorian printmaker and painter, Anita Laurence. Read more
Fri 26 August 2022
SuniTAFE’s newest group to complete the Diploma of Nursing and register as enrolled nurses will always be reminded of the pandemic when they think back on the time, they completed their qualification. Read more
Fri 26 August 2022
Characters from many well-loved books were brought to life this week by the children and educators at TAFE Kids for national CBCA Book Week. Read more
Fri 26 August 2022
IT’S been several years since Courtney Sandiman, 22, first set foot on at SuniTAFE. Courtney turned to SuniTAFE to build her knowledge and skill set by completing a Certificate IV in Design and Certificate III in Conservation and Land Management. Read more
Fri 26 August 2022
Australia's Top 10 Most In-Demand Jobs expected to be in high demand over the next five years. Read more
Fri 26 August 2022
SuniTAFE's Diploma of Community Services students celebrated Wear It Purple Day this week. Hundreds of purple frosted cup cakes disappeared to eager buyers quickly. Read more
Fri 12 August 2022
WITH a farming background behind him, Paul McClure has plenty of knowledge and experience to pass onto his horticulture students at SuniTAFE. Read more
Fri 12 August 2022
THE SuniTAFE SMART Farm has been selected as one of only two sites involved in a three-year cover crop trial. Read more
Fri 12 August 2022
The importance of looking after the mental health of local tradies was the focus of several mental health and wellbeing presentations held at the SuniTAFE Mildura campus and Swan Hill campus’ earlier this month. Read more
Fri 29 July 2022
A sea of Ugly Sweaters or Jolly Jumpers graced the SuniTAFE campuses this week for the Christmas in July celebrations. Read more
Tue 26 July 2022
A large group of SuniTAFE students and staff this morning learnt more about the career opportunities available when the Australian Defence Force (ADF) Careers Promotions Team visited the Mildura Campus. Read more
Tue 21 June 2022
Farmers and food producers have had no other choice but to think differently and adopt innovative solutions to increase yields while also reducing productions costs. Read more
Tue 21 June 2022
With a finite area of arable farming land available, food producers over the world have needed to reassess traditional practices to achieve greater and more sustainable yields. Read more
Tue 21 June 2022
Farming has long been among the most progressive of any industry, seeking more efficient ways to grow better crops and raise healthier livestock. Read more
Tue 21 June 2022
Enterprising Australian farmers in Agtech start-ups are creating solutions and building new technology to problems they experience. Read more
Tue 21 June 2022
SuniTAFE is pleased to launch an immersive experience to learn essential skills to work on the farm. Read more
Tue 21 June 2022
Australian farming has a long and proud history of family succession. Yet, particularly over the past 30 years or so, things have started to change. Read more
Tue 21 June 2022
Precision Viticulture (PV*) is precision farming applied to optimise vineyard performance. It ensures proportionate grape yield and maximum quality, while minimising environmental impacts and risk. Read more
Tue 21 June 2022
THE SuniTAFE SMART Farm has played a critical role in a program to improve bio-security preparation, resilience, and responsiveness to pests in horticulture and agriculture. Read more
Tue 21 June 2022
A collaboration between Australian Primary Hemp (APH) and SuniTAFE will see the land at the SuniTAFE SMART Farm set aside for hemp plantings, to assess its suitability to collect data on low-THC hemp varieties. Read more
Tue 21 June 2022
Launching the new “Which app for Horticulture” ebook, showcasing over 60 apps available for producers. Read more
Tue 21 June 2022
A NEW generation of farmers or scientists may have had their passion sparked following a presentation by the SuniTAFE SMART Farm Project Leader of Horticultural Innovation Nicole Byrnes at the Sunray Warriors. Read more
Wed 15 June 2022
The task of changing careers might not be as difficult as you think. SuniTAFE can help unpack the process into manageable steps. Read more
Tue 14 June 2022
SuniTAFE’s heavy automotive workshops at Mildura and Swan Hill campuses have taken delivery of two Cummins X15 training engines to ensure students are using the very latest equipment to hone their skills during training. Read more
Tue 14 June 2022
New Free TAFE courses have been announced by the Victorian Labor Government, in an initiative that will provide more Free TAFE courses in the Sunraysia region in 2022. Read more
Tue 14 June 2022
Gain practical skills at SuniTAFE’s aged care simulated training facility. Australia has a rapidly growing ageing population with a critical shortage of qualified healthcare workers. Read more
Tue 14 June 2022
Learn new technologies for a career in land and water with a course in conservation and ecosystem management. Read more
Tue 14 June 2022
We’re pleased to announce the SuniTAFE SMART Farm’s newest acquisitions. Find out more about our new technology and equipment Read more
Tue 14 June 2022
Are you eager to grow your career in one of Australia’s leading agribusiness regions? Find out about becoming an Irrigation Specialist. Read more
Tue 14 June 2022
It’s been 40 years since Carmela Tyson first walked through the doors SuniTAFE on 15 March 1982. Read more
Tue 14 June 2022
Minister for Training and Skills Gayle Tierney today announced $130,000 to establish a launchpad project with the newly released Diploma of Graphic Design (CUA50720) to be delivered via project known as ‘Future’s Lab.’ Read more
Tue 14 June 2022
Kade Loxton, winner of the 2022 Bendigo Apprentice of the Year – Future Builder Award at this year's Master Builders Victoria Regional Apprentice of the Year Awards. Read more
Tue 14 June 2022
TAFE Kids has been open since 1985 and was one of the first childcare centres built in Mildura. The centre is home to 69 children each day, 18 educators and one cook. Get to know two of our longer serving educators below. Read more
Tue 14 June 2022
SuniTAFE’s VETDSS (Vocational Education and Training Delivered to Secondary Students) were introduced to the world of Drag Racing with a trip to the Sunset Strip. Read more
Tue 14 June 2022
The achievements of SuniTAFE students, industry partners and staff for the 2021 academic year was celebrated last night. Read more
Tue 14 June 2022
Work commenced on Monday 27 September to the roads, carparks and stormwater infrastructure at SuniTAFE’s Mildura Campus. Read more
Tue 14 June 2022
“SuniTAFE for me has been a fantastic experience, where would you rather be when training and education has got me to where I am." Read more
Tue 14 June 2022
SuniTAFE’s Swan Hill Campus delivers relevant skills and training to its students. Read more
Tue 14 June 2022
“It is absolutely important that women are given the same opportunities, which is part of why I was attracted to the role, to be able to provide input not just from an educational perspective but also as a female staff member." Read more
Tue 14 June 2022
SuniTAFE staff joined people around the globe on Tuesday, March 8 to celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women on International Women’s Day. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating women's equality. Read more
Tue 14 June 2022
Open to all members of the community, the Skills and Jobs Centre is a ‘one-stop shop’ with a mobile fleet ready to hit the road. Read more
Tue 14 June 2022
SuniTAFE is set to see an influx of new international students stepping foot on campus in the coming months with a dramatic increase in applications this year compared to 2021. Read more