Community College Gippsland (CCG) has officially launched a new senior campus for its independent school, ECG Secondary College, at the Toomah Community Centre in Pakenham. The milestone event was honoured with a Welcome to Country performed by Josh West from the Bunurong Land Council Aboriginal Corporation, paying respect to the Traditional Custodians of the land […]
In the heart of Dandenong, closer to major public transport routes, ECG Secondary College’s Dandenong campus is quietly transforming lives of Years 10 to 12 students seeking a fresh start. Since 2023, it has offered a safe and welcoming environment for those who may feel overlooked, misunderstood, or simply disconnected, supporting individual learning journeys. Recognising […]
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 […]
Community College Gippsland (CCG) is helping Gippslanders build brighter futures with a suite of FREE short courses aimed at tackling local skill shortages and supporting people into meaningful employment. Whether you’re looking to upskill, explore a new career, or improve your language, literacy, and digital confidence, CCG offers practical training options to suit every learner, […]
This Victorian Education Week, ECG Secondary College, an independent school, is celebrating the impact of inclusive education across its campuses in Dandenong, Pakenham, Leongatha, and Warragul. With two Pakenham sites, Junior Campus at Toomah Community Centre and Senior Campus on Princes Highway, alongside the Dandenong campus, ECG supports young people in Melbourne’s southeast area seeking […]
Community College Gippsland is excited to announce the upcoming opening of a second campus in Pakenham at the Toomah Community Centre. The Toomah campus will accommodate the senior students of CCG’s independent school ECG Secondary College (School no. 2062). ECG Secondary College (ECG) has operated a senior campus for years 11 and 12 students in […]
Green Lab Futures and Farming Our Future are proud to announce an innovative partnership with Community College Gippsland (CCG) to launch a groundbreaking regenerative agricultural crop trial at CCG’s Warragul campus. This project is set to transform sustainable farming practices, creating opportunities for the next generation of agricultural leaders and innovators. The trial will focus […]
The inaugural Launch Your Hospital Career program has achieved remarkable success, with twelve out of thirteen participants graduating. This milestone marks significant progress in their journeys, with many securing employments in the healthcare sector or pursuing further studies. The cohort consisted of a dynamic mix of individuals from various walks of life. Among them were […]
Community College Gippsland (CCG) is excited to announce a new partnership with Signature Care, supporting the launch of Warragul Community Aged Care, a state-of-the-art aged care facility. The new facility comprising of approximately 140 rooms, set to open in March 2025, is creating around 80 job opportunities, including 10 traineeships. As the training partner, CCG […]
Community College Gippsland (CCG) celebrated students’ achievements from ECG Secondary College Warragul, Leongatha, Pakenham and Dandenong campuses, along with those from its RTO and Learn Local programs. The event was attended by teachers, family, friends and Industry partners, making the 2024 CCG Awards Night a spectacular celebration of achievement, dedication, and community spirit. This event […]
In response to the increasing disengagement among Year 9-12 students in Victorian mainstream schools, ECG Secondary College (ECG) is excited to announce the introduction of Year 10 classes at its Dandenong campus beginning in 2025. This initiative aims to provide a supportive alternative learning environment for students who are seeking a different approach to education. […]
After years of neglect, two special new neighbours have arrived at the Community College Gippsland (CCG) Warragul campus. CCG is thrilled to have Goose and Paris, two rescued horses from Project Hope Horse Welfare Victoria (PHHWV). In partnership with PHHWV, a non-profit organisation dedicated to providing hope to horses through education, advocacy, rescue, rehabilitation and […]
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