GOTAFE Benalla to support community, industry
Works are well underway at GOTAFE’s new campus, located in the Benalla CBD.
Once complete, locals will have increased access to vocational education.
The new campus will also house a Skills and Jobs Centre, meaning community members will have access to career advice, training and job-readiness support in a central location.
The CBD campus is being built to reflect modern learning, offering a blend of classroom spaces, individual study areas and conferencing facilities.
Features of the re-fitted building will include sound-proof meeting spaces, video conferencing facilities and modern classrooms.
Minister for Regional Development Harriet Shing joined GOTAFE Interim CEO Kristie O’Brien at the CBD campus on Thursday 29 June, sharing GOTAFE’s commitment to delivering education that aligns with demand in the region.
"The new CBD campus will improve access to and expand education opportunities for Benalla and surrounding communities. We are consulting with community and industry to ensure Benalla residents can access education to meet local industry needs."
Education delivery has continued from the Benalla Performing Arts and Convention Centre while construction of the new CBD campus is underway.
Courses on offer at the new GOTAFE campus will address critical skills shortages currently faced by regional communities, including in nursing and mental health sectors.
When the CBD campus fit-out is complete, students will continue their studies from the new facilities.
The new campus is expected to be complete before the end of the year.