Monthly Archives: June 2023

Parramatta Community College Acquires Bankstown Community College Institute

CCA member Parramatta Community College (PCC), a trailblazer in lifelong learning and community enrichment based in the heart of Western Sydney, recently announced its acquisition of Bankstown Community College Institute (BCCI). This landmark move signifies a dynamic expansion for PCC, as it embraces new horizons and revolutionises educational opportunities for...

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CCA Announces New CEO to Replace Dr Don Perlgut

Community Colleges Australia (CCA) has selected Russ Hawkins (pictured) as its new CEO, who will commence in mid-July.

Statement from David Mackay, the Chair of CCA Board of Directors:

“I am pleased to confirm the appointment of a new CEO for Community Colleges Australia, who will replace our outgoing CEO, Dr Don Perlgut, this July. “Following an extensive...
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Productivity Commission Government Services Report shows continues size and strength of Australian VET

The Australian Government Productivity Commission Report on Government Services has been released, with useful data on vocational education and training, indicating the continued size and strength of Australia’s vocational education and training (VET) sector. Selections below. Funding: The main source of government recurrent funding of VET is via government grants and appropriations...
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