Blog

Welcome to our ACE Community Colleges Blog. This is where we share all the news, stories and course updates, plus celebrate the amazing success of students and the program. Plan on visiting this page often to catch up on all the ACE Community Colleges happenings.

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Surprise Yourself, Go For It

Having spent 50+ years out of the classroom, returning to study was the last place that 64-year-old Tony thought he would find himself. Yet it is a move that changed […]


11 September 2025

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Never Give Up

Our ACE students come leaps and bounds from day one of walking into class, all the way through to completion. Annie Healey is just one of these amazing graduates who […]


20 August 2025

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It Starts With Begin

When Teva decided to pursue a Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability), it wasn’t just about changing careers. Having a brother with an acquired disability, he wanted to gain a […]


20 February 2025

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Dream Career Change

We’ve got a brilliant change of career story out of Murwillumbah campus that’s sure to inspire.


07 October 2024

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Really, What’s Holding You Back?

Trent Lowe is no stranger to the hustle and bustle of an early childhood centre, having grown up around a family-run business in the ECEC space – some would say […]


05 February 2024

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Open Doors To Possibility

Being a seasoned professional in market research management, Colby was seeking a corporate & personal development opportunity to enhance her existing skills. Little did she know the Diploma of Leadership […]


21 November 2023

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Get Ahead Of The Pack

We’ve been hearing a lot lately from students using their qualifications not only for existing careers, but beyond, securing credentials to really get the ball rolling in life and work. […]


12 November 2023

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New Skills, New Career

Arup’s changed the course of his career comet this year, pursuing the rewarding Individual Support sector, and he’s sharing his story as part of our National Skills Week celebrations. After […]


24 August 2023

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Upskill To Change Your World

Monique-Hollii’s determination to study, upskill and move up in the workplace has landed her dream job at Hervey Bay’s newest early childhood centre. We’re sharing her awesome story as part […]


23 August 2023

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Local Skills Star

Samantha is a young person on a mission in disabilities, she shares her story as part of our National Skills Week celebrations. “This is definitely a fresh start and a […]


22 August 2023

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Never Give Up

We’re thrilled to share stories of student success this National Skills Week. Next up is Thip’s tale of tenacity. Moving to a brand-new country, finding your purpose or changing career […]


22 August 2023

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Celebrating National Skills Week 2023

We know from decades of supporting students and our communities just what a life changing experience skilling can be. The big message out of all our campus locations is that […]


20 August 2023

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Dream, Believe, Achieve

At ACE, we are always in awe of all our amazing students and their incredible stories. Meet Laila, one of our recent graduates from the Certificate III in Early Childhood […]


15 May 2023

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Melinda & Annette Celebrate 11 Years

We’re thrilled to share a huge milestone for two members of our ACE crew! Melinda our RTO Contract Manager and Annette our RTO Contract Administrator are celebrating over a decade […]


20 March 2023

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New Year, New Career

You never know where a career in disability care will take you. If you ask Individual Support graduate Greg, the answer is: brand new, super fulfilling and exhilarating places! We […]


22 February 2023

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Make A Change, It’s So Worth It

If you need a little inspiration to change the course of your career comet, look no further. Certificate III in Individual Support graduate Arup has proudly pursued his passion in […]


10 January 2023

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Paying It Forward

Now here’s a story guaranteed to warm your heart. Over at our Murwillumbah campus, Certificate III in individual Support student Rhonda Smith has received a surprise gift from Kiama Community […]


29 July 2022

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Keep Going, You’ve Got This

While our campus in Lismore is closed, our amazing trainers and students across the Northern Rivers have pivoted to external and online learning. Today we’re sharing some of the brilliant […]


12 July 2022