Celebrating 50 Years of Volunteer-Powered Education
This National Volunteer Week, Community College Gippsland (CCG) proudly celebrates 50 years of volunteer-driven education and community impact.
In 1975, a passionate group of teachers from the Warragul district came together to establish the West Gippsland and Latrobe Valley Community Education Centre. With no funding for staffing, the Centre was built on voluntary labour and subscriptions, becoming a professional development hub for educators and the broader community. That legacy lives on.
Today, volunteers remain at the heart of CCG, supporting programs across our Warragul, Pakenham, Dandenong and Leongatha campuses. Whether assisting in classrooms or enhancing our learning spaces, our volunteers bring skills, dedication and heart to everything they do.
Our governance is also volunteer-led, with a Board made up of community-minded members and cadet directors who generously guide the CCG’s mission. Over the years, many have served in this capacity or contributed in countless other ways, helping maintain the vibrant spirit that defines CCG.
“Our volunteers are the heart and soul of CCG,” said Dale Gemmell, CEO. “We owe much of our success and growth to their unwavering commitment and support. Whether in the classroom or behind the scenes, their contributions are vital in ensuring that we continue to meet the needs of our students and the community.”
As we mark our 50th anniversary in 2025, we extend our deepest thanks to every volunteer, past and present, who has helped CCG. From humble beginnings to a thriving regional education provider, CCG stands as a testament to the power of community, purpose and passion.
Explore your future at https://ccg.asn.au/courses/ or call 03 5622 6000.
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Irasha White
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Community College Gippsland
03 5622 6000