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TAFE Queensland

Locality: Coomera, Queensland, Australia

Phone: +61 1300 308 233

Address: 198 Foxwell Road 4209 Coomera, QLD, Australia

Website: tafeqld.edu.au/courses/study-locations/gold-coast/coomera.html

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25.01.2022 A reminder to all students that the Student Portal is unavailable this weekend due to scheduled maintenance.

25.01.2022 Christo from the 1029 Hot Tomato radio crew was recently challenged by country music star Casey Barnes to write a country song in just 3 minutes! So our talented students jumped in to help him out! Christo collaborated with the students to record the vocals, play backing instruments and input creative direction to to produce a high quality track in one of our Coomera campus recording studios. Listen to the segment and song here at roughly 10mins into the show - https://player.whooshkaa.com/player/playlist/show/1083

25.01.2022 Community development graduate Ngaire Trigg knows firsthand how quality training can change someone's life. The mother-of-two went from battling postnatal depression and feeling like a failure, to landing her dream job and winning Vocational Student of the Year at the 2020 Queensland Training Awards. Read her story at www.bit.ly/33fxjpq

23.01.2022 What helps you visualise 1.5m? Today we've been in our training kitchens and are using 10 croissants as our guide. Remember though, like Queensland Health says it doesn’t matter what you picture, what matters is that you keep a safe 1.5m distance from others when practicable, wash your hands often, and stay home when sick. ... For more information visit www.tafeqld.edu.au/health-advice.

23.01.2022 International Men's Day shines the light on men's health and well being, and celebrates the positive value men bring to the world, their families and communities. Men's health and wellness statistics are often alarming, and even given the challenges of 2020, it is more important to support each other than ever before. Combining their TradeMutt shirts, starting conversations around mental health, with fundraising for Movember Australia, we wanted to give a shout out to and thank these trades teachers at our Alexandra Hills campus for their commitment to supporting men and encouraging healthier lives and futures. If you're participating in Movember too, drop your fundraising link and a cheeky 'stache photo in the comments below.

21.01.2022 Today we're proud to acknowledge two incredible award wins at the 2020 Australian Training Awards. Our congratulations go out to Deb Blow (a current Director of Faculty for Community Services, Health and Nursing and the Executive Leader Health and Nursing at TAFE Queensland), and our very own CEO Mary Campbell. Among the most prestigious awards of the night, their wins reflect their immense dedication and commitment to vocational education and training and we could not be p...rouder. We'd also like to take a moment to recognise our two student finalists, Ngaire Trigg (Vocational Student of the Year) and Jabin Giblett (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year), as well as our partner Rheinmetall Defence Australia (Industry Collaboration Award finalist). You can read more about the awards, winners and finalists at https://bit.ly/3kZd4mK Images by Australian Training Awards #ATA2020

21.01.2022 Raised in a small village in Papua New Guinea, surrounded by family, early childhood education and care graduate Rose Kote is passionate about helping young children learn and grow. Read Rose's story at https://bit.ly/32F0DWK

21.01.2022 Guess who's on their last day of quarantine? Scout will be exploring our campuses and study areas across the state in the lead up to Christmas. What do you think they will get up to?... #ElfOnTheShelf

20.01.2022 We are proud to acknowledge community development graduate Ngaire Trigg and recently qualified barber Jabin Giblett for their wins at the 2020 Queensland Training Awards. Ngaire won Vocational Student of the Year, Jabin won Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year, and together with industry partner Rheinmetall Defence Australia, we also won the Premiers Industry Collaboration award. You can read more about these winners on our blog at www.bit.ly/TQQTA2020... #QTA2020 Photos by Skills for Queensland / Queensland Training Awards.

20.01.2022 From watching planes take off to sitting in the pilot's seat, Eloise Dorans-Knowles has turned her childhood dream into a career. Check out her story on our blog at http://bit.ly/2NiKwt7

19.01.2022 Barbering students Pablo Andlovec and Philip Binuya have got SKILLS For tips and tricks to take your facial hair to the next level check out our blog at www.bit.ly/2E3mxKf. And remember you can book into any of our training salons at select campuses across the state, for more info see www.tafeqld.edu.au/training-salons.

19.01.2022 Why not create your own playdough at home these school holidays? Early childhood teacher Marie Wright shows you how in this video, or you can check out Danielle Martyn's written recipe on our blog at www.bit.ly/2Qq4nUF.

18.01.2022 Alas the time has come for Scout to head home to the North Pole and we must wish them bon voyage. Luckily they've been cleared for take-off with some help from our friends at Airwork Aviation and have flown out of Archerfield in Brisbane today. You can find out more about our partnership at https://tafeqld.co/33sMuMY. #ElfOnTheShelf

18.01.2022 Getting in a queue for your morning coffee or potato gems with gravy? Remember to stay 1.5m apart when practicable and look high and low for any spacing indicators when on campus. For more information visit www.tafeqld.edu.au/health-advice.... #mondaymemeday

18.01.2022 "I'm Trudy Bellamy, a 45-year-old mother of six. After overcoming an illness I chose a whole new career path and TAFE Queensland have supported me the whole way." Read Trudy's story on our blog here: www.bit.ly/3lePDr4

17.01.2022 If your favourite study or lunch spot on campus is busy, wait for space to become available or find a different area. Staying 1.5m apart where practicable in common areas on campus helps contribute to slowing the spread of COVID-19. For more information visit www.tafeqld.edu.au/health-advice.... #mondaymemeday

17.01.2022 This National Skills Week our staff and students will be sharing their skills across our social media accounts, so that you can pick up something new from the comfort of your very own home. So keep an eye out and help us celebrate the 10th year of these celebrations for vocational education and training in Australia. Photo by tail nech student Mike Yuen - check out his story at www.bit.ly/3iYlxWL ... #nationalskillsweek

17.01.2022 When it comes to keeping COVID-19 at bay we all have a role to play. Remember to cover your mouth when you cough or sneeze and wash your hands afterwards; plenty of soap and santisier is available on campus. For more information visit www.tafeqld.edu.au/health-advice. ... #mondaymemeday

17.01.2022 An ability to listen and an interest in helping others saw Jamie Alexander swap her award-winning nail technician career to become a student and study towards a career in child protection. Through studying [my diploma] I have the best possible foundation of knowledge and personal resilience to go into the community and and work with young people and their families. Read her story at https://bit.ly/36rcb14

17.01.2022 Looking for an easy, last minute dessert this festive season? Look no further than this olive oil chocolate mousse recipe, you only need four ingredients! Check it out now on our blog at http://bit.ly/OliveOilChocolateMousse

16.01.2022 After spending the better part of 20 years focusing on raising her four children, Georgie Baker decided it was time to put herself first. Drawing on her years of experience caring for others, she decided to pursue a career where she could make a difference. Now she's a role model in her local community, helping to promote Indigenous health as a fully-qualified Enrolled Nurse. Read her story here: http://bit.ly/GeorgieBakerEnrolledNurse

16.01.2022 Effective communication is one of the most sought-after transferrable skills. No matter what industry you end up in, being able to express your ideas clearly will help you succeed. As well as being an effective assessment tool, essay writing can also help you develop communication skills that will be applicable to your future working life. Check out our top tips on how to write an effective essay on our blog at http://bit.ly/EssayLearnings.

16.01.2022 Not only is today Valentine's Day, but it's also #LibraryLoversDay You can make a date with a TAFE Queensland library book, all year round. For more information visit https://library.tafeqld.edu.au/

16.01.2022 What helps you picture 1.5m? Today we've been in our fashion studios and are using four sewing machines as our guide. But remember, like Queensland Health says it doesn’t matter what you visualise, what matters is that you keep a safe 1.5m distance from others, wash your hands often, stay home when sick, and keep up the great work in helping everyone stay safe.... For more information visit www.tafeqld.edu.au/health-advice.

16.01.2022 What happens if you stayed up all night studying for an exam and you feel like you haven't remembered a thing? You had too much coffee and can’t think straight? Or you just hate exam pressure and are feeling anxious? Exam time can be hard, so here are our tips to help you cope: www.bit.ly/TipsForExamStress Remember, you can also access a range of student support services including learning support and counselling. For more information visit www.tafeqld.edu.au/student-support.

15.01.2022 How do you visualise 1.5m? Today we've been in our graphic design studios and are using 2.5 computer screens as our guide. But remember, like Queensland Health says it doesn’t matter what you visualise, what matters is that you keep a safe 1.5m distance from others where practicable, wash your hands often, stay home when sick, and keep up the great work in helping everyone stay safe.... For more information visit www.tafeqld.edu.au/health-advice.

15.01.2022 Guess who's back for #NationalSkillsWeek? We just had to share Chef Saunders' video again.

15.01.2022 Applications for The Pinnacle Foundation Scholarships for 2021 are open until 15 September 2020. For more information or to apply visit www.thepinnaclefoundation.org/apply.

14.01.2022 Joh Schouten is proof that it's never too late to try something new. Aged in his 60s, he completed three back-to-back qualifications and is now a working artist. Read his inspiring story on our blog at www.bit.ly/2FXgSGi

14.01.2022 Over the weekend Queensland reported several new cases of COVID-19. Any individuals who were present at the locations in the health alert at the relevant times should also monitor their health and, if they develop even the mildest of COVID-19 symptoms, stay home and get tested. For more information see Queensland Health's post below, contact 13 HEALTH, or visit https://bit.ly/34r1JaA. As always the health and safety of our students and staff is our number one priority. For more information about TAFE Queensland's response visit www.tafeqld.edu.au/health-advice.

14.01.2022 Congratulations to all our students who have been named as finalists in the South East region Queensland Training Awards! Jeremy Drabsch (Automotive) - Apprentice of the Year Alex Lees (Automotive) - Apprentice of the Year & Equity Student of the Year... Annika Strand (Graphic Design) - Equity Student of the Year Tiesha Martin-king (Education support) - Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year and Vocational Student of the Year Good luck to all of you! The winners will be announced on Friday 11 September followed by the State award announcements on Friday 18 September.

14.01.2022 How do you picture 1.5m? Today we've been in our trades workshops and are using 8.5 socket wrenches as our guide. But as Queensland Health says: it doesn’t matter what you picture, what matters is that you keep a safe 1.5m distance from others where practicable and keep up the great work in helping everyone stay safe.... For more information visit www.tafeqld.edu.au/health-advice.

13.01.2022 It's #WorldFlossingDay (and we don't mean the dance)! Flossing regularly is just one way you can look after your oral health. For more check out this blog by Karen Jones, Dental Team Manager: http://bit.ly/NineOralHealthTips

13.01.2022 Our sound production and film students teamed up with Home of the Arts Gallery and Visual Arts Youth Advisory Group to create a new podcast series which will launch next year. The episodes feature exhibition artists and explores the creative processes and their experience of living as an artist on the Gold Coast. READ MORE: https://hota.com.au/sto/solid-gold-artists-in-conversation/

12.01.2022 Virtual exchange and internship opportunity alert! If you're an Australian citizen aged 21-25 interested in building people to people relationships between Australia and Indonesia, then the Australia Indonesia Youth Exchange Program (AITYEP) might be for you. Check out the below post for more information. But move quickly, applications close in less than a week on 28 September 2020.

12.01.2022 If you suffer from flaky skin, breakouts or redness, beauty teacher Emma Lombard is here to help you take control of your skin care routine. Read more about the ins and outs of skin types here: www.bit.ly/3giRuax #nationalskillsweek

11.01.2022 Whether you're getting ready to boogie in front of your mirror on a Friday night or are just having fun, Toowoomba-based beauty student Trudy Bellamy has a fabulous disco diva look you can re-create at home. You can also read more about Trudy's journey at TAFE Queensland on our blog at: www.bit.ly/3lePDr4

10.01.2022 When you follow COVID-19 health advice from Queensland Health For more information visit www.tafeqld.edu.au/health-advice. #mondaymemeday

10.01.2022 Got a feeling that someone you know or care about it isn’t behaving as they normally would? Perhaps they seem out of sorts? More agitated or withdrawn? Or they’re just not themselves. Trust that gut instinct and act on it this R U OK Day. Remember though, there's more to say after "R U OK?" and we should be asking our friends and family this question year round. Check out www.ruok.org.au/ for more information and helpful resources.

09.01.2022 A desire from a young age to travel saw Ian Marsh leave Adelaide for America and Europe where he lived and worked before returning to Australia and establishing his own international travel company in Far North Queensland. Despite recent industry challenges, Ian remains upbeat about the future of travel and continues to juggle his business with teaching at TAFE Queensland. Read his story on our blog at https://bit.ly/3c8LNvm

08.01.2022 From all of us here at TAFE Queensland, we wish you and your families a safe and happy festive season.

08.01.2022 Today marks the end of National Skills Week 2020. For the past decade this week has brought attention to Vocational Education and Training (VET) as the foundation of Australia's strong and vibrant economy, and despite everything 2020 is no different. We hope you have enjoyed the additional stories, blogs, and videos we have shared during the celebrations this week. Keep following our page for future updates, as we continue to shine a spotlight on VET each and every day. #nationalskillsweek

08.01.2022 Who wants a new job or promotion? YAY! Who wants to make money doing something they love? YAY! Who wants to study and do assessments? BOO! We hear you. With assessments heating up as the mid-semester break draws near, here are our tips to keep motivated and moving towards your study goals: www.bit.ly/howtosmashyourstudy

07.01.2022 Melanie Millar has always had a keen interest in engineering and originally started out at high school undertaking a school-based apprenticeship, before transferring to an admin traineeship instead to complete her schooling. However, it wasn’t until she completed her traineeship that she decided that she was more suited to a trade and is now about to move into the fourth year of her boiler making apprenticeship. We think it's great to see that more women are pursuing qualifications in traditionally male-dominated industries. You can read her story on the Courier Mail website, subscription required, at: https://bit.ly/33KlCaH Photo by The Courier-Mail: Osmac apprentice boilermaker Melanie Millar at Rockpress.

07.01.2022 Proud Waluwarra woman Ashlei Major is on the path to turning her creativity into a career after completing a specialist make up course, delivered by Huxley School of Makeup in partnership with TAFE Queensland. This stunning look is just one where she has combined her Aboriginal heritage with her now viral skills that have garnered massive followings on social media and attention from brands like MECCA, Adore Beauty and Frank Body. Read more about her journey on our blog at... https://bit.ly/3eW6HPz. #NAIDOC2020

07.01.2022 How do you visualise 1.5m? Today we've been in trades workshops and are using 5 hard hats as our guide. Like Queensland Health says though it doesn’t matter what you visualise, what matters is that you keep up the great work in helping everyone stay safe. Remember to keep a safe 1.5m distance when practicable on campus, wash your hands often, and stay home when sick.... For more information visit www.tafeqld.edu.au/health-advice.

07.01.2022 Need some dinner inspiration? Look no further than this mouth-watering slow cooker recipe from TAFE Queensland cookery teacher Chef Russell. View the recipe on our blog at www.bit.ly/3l3vmEH #nationalskillsweek

05.01.2022 A decision to fast-track her nursing career has paid off for Harmony McGlinchey, with her TAFE at School studies opening up a university pathway. Read Harmony's story on our blog: https://bit.ly/3poLDGn

05.01.2022 Always was, always will be. We hope you have enjoyed the spotlight on our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities this week. We will continue to share their stories, and work through our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) journey. See https://tafeqld.edu.au/rap for more information. #NAIDOC2020

04.01.2022 How do you visualise 1.5m? Today we've been in our games and interactive design labs and are using 10 console controllers as our guide. But as Queensland Health says: it doesn’t matter what you visualise, what matters is that you keep a safe 1.5m distance from others and keep up the great work in helping everyone stay safe.... For more information visit www.tafeqld.edu.au/health-advice.

04.01.2022 Spring (noun): comes after winter and before summer, also known as magpie or "swoopy boi" season in Australia. As much as we joke sometimes, remember that as the weather continues to warm up to keep an eye out for magpies and related safety signage when on campus.

04.01.2022 Roses are red, violets are blue, we can't wait to see where TAFE can take you. In the spirit of Valentine's Day some of our teachers and students have shared their knowledge to celebrate all things love. For Hairdressing Teacher Candy Bond's top 10 tips to achieve the perfect romantic hairstyle, check out our blog at http://bit.ly/RomanticHairstylesTips.... If you're after some soft glam make up tips, then beauty student Kayla Hastings has you covered with this tutorial: https://youtu.be/DxhPwvpyE5A Who can forget chocolate? TAFE Queensland graduate and owner of Little Cocoa, Alicia Chapman, shares her thoughts on why chocolate is the sweetest gift: http://bit.ly/ChocolateSweetestGift And if you're wanting to DIY a delicious dish at home, Leading Vocational Teacher Chef Jason Ford has a delicious alternative to traditional mousse recipes: http://bit.ly/AvoCMousse

03.01.2022 Whether you're on campus or at the shops, and regardless of signed capacities, if the lift is full it's ok to wait or ask others to. Remember to respect everyone's personal space. For more information visit www.tafeqld.edu.au/health-advice. #mondaymemeday

03.01.2022 Scout took some time out from their busy schedule as a festive centrepiece to catch up with our events students in Ipswich and learn how to fold Christmas tree and star napkins. You too can follow our step-by-step tutorial to take your table decorations to the next level this holiday season at https://youtu.be/5_2rdmcPd7s.

02.01.2022 For those students who work to terms and semesters, it's time for a break. Our customer service centres will remain open and we'll see you again on Tuesday 6 October 2020. Remember to stay up to date with all the important days via our academic calendar at www.tafeqld.edu.au/academic-calendar.

02.01.2022 What do you picture as 1.5m? Today we've been in our nursing and health labs and are using 2.15 stethoscopes as our guide. Keep up the great work, stay safe, and remember as Queensland Health says it doesn’t matter what you picture, what matters most is that you keep a safe 1.5m distance from others whenever possible, wash your hands often, and stay home when sick.... For more information visit www.tafeqld.edu.au/health-advice.

02.01.2022 Learn a trade with us in 2021 at our Trades Training Centre right here in Ashmore. Become a bricklayer, carpenter, electrician, mechanic, painter, plumber, wel...der and much more. Check out all the hands-on learning in this short video - next year this could be you! Join our Trades Online Open Day from October 12 - 30 to get all the info you need to become a tradie. Register here: http://tafeqld.edu.au/trades-online-event

01.01.2022 The Student Portal will be unavailable from 5pm this Friday 4 September to 1pm on Monday 7 September for scheduled maintenance. All other systems are operational. Please rest assured there will be no disruption to your online learning through Connect. If you require assistance from us during this time, please contact our customer service centre via LiveChat on our website at www.tafeqld.edu.au.... We apologise for any inconvenience this causes as we work to improve the platform.

01.01.2022 From washing your hands regularly to using alcohol-based hand sanitiser, covering sneezes and coughs to staying home if unwell, we encourage everyone to practise good hygiene to help keep yourself and others safe during COVID-19. For more information visit www.tafeqld.edu.au/health-advice.

01.01.2022 What better way to say Happy Fathers' Day than with a classic dad joke? Drop your favourite bad jokes in the comments below, and tag your dad if he's cool (or cringy) enough to have Facebook.