Federation TAFE has announced its outstanding students across 30 categories of study in its annual Awards for Excellence at a gala event at Ballarat.

Wimmera Federation TAFE Diploma of nursing teacher Gabrielle McCulloch won VET Teacher-Trainer of the Year for her strong focus on bridging the gap between theory and practical application and ensuring students are well prepared for the nursing workforce.

Stawell’s Diploma of Nursing student Cathrin Logan was awarded for her work with Grampians Health with the City of Ballarat sponsored Federation TAFE Trainee of the Year award.

Ararat’s Ann Brasser, who studied Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, won the Hip Pocket Workwear and Safety Award, and Ben House, of Ararat, won the Middy’s Electrical Western Country Award and after he studied Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start).

Dimboola’s Jackson Keiler, who studied Certificate III in Plumbing, won the Samios Plumbing Supplies award. 

Two awards, presented for the first time this year, recognised excellence in vocational education and training delivered to secondary school students.

Federation University Pro Vice-Chancellor VET and Pathways, and TAFE chief executive Darren Gray congratulated the award-winners.

“These awards celebrate the outstanding achievements, determination, and enterprise of our students, apprentices, trainees, and teachers, as well as the support of local employers and industry,” he said.

“The award winners have shown excellence in pursuit of their studies and chosen careers, and we look forward to seeing the positive impact they will make within their communities and industries.”

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