Investment advantages
As Loddon Mallee’s business ecosystem expands, so does its workforce needs. The region envisions growing its tertiary offerings to keep up with industry demand, while building a reputation for innovation. Initiatives like SuniTAFE’s SMART Farm training hub, or the reputed La Trobe School of Rural Health are prime examples of a region invested in ‘growing its own’.
Real-world learning experiences
Centres like Mildura and Bendigo attract marquee tertiary institutions and global businesses, yet small enough to be able to foster meaningful relationships between the two.
International attractor
Loddon Mallee is well positioned to capitalise on growing international demand by continuing to strengthen its reputation for educational excellence and innovation. The region’s distinctive integration of industry and academia provides a powerful foundation for attracting global learners, fostering cutting-edge research, and delivering practical, career-focused education.
Regional value-add
Loddon Mallee’s education institutions work closely with industry to drive innovation and regional growth. Partnerships between William Angliss Institute and Bendigo TAFE strengthen tourism and hospitality training, while The University of Melbourne, La Trobe University and SuniTAFE collaborate through the Mallee Regional Innovation Centre to support research and industry engagement. In Bendigo, Monash University and La Trobe University also partner with Bendigo Health to advance health education and clinical research.
Education & Training Facilities:
- La Trobe University
- Bendigo Kangan Institute TAFE
- Monash University School of Rural Health
- Goldfields LLEN
- Mallee Regional Innovation Centre
- SuniTAFE
- North Central LLEN
- Campaspe Cohuna LLEN
- Network Campaspe Shire Council
- Central Ranges LLEN
- Murray Mallee LLEN
- Northern Mallee LLEN
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Loddon Mallee Jobs and Training Needs 2022
SourceVictorian State Government
This report provides some of the challenges and trends that training providers should consider when thinking about future training needs for specific occupations in the Loddon Mallee region.
