How Longerenong College Helped Siale Pitson Build Her Dream Career
For Siale Pitson, agriculture was never just a job—it was a calling. Growing up on a sheep and cropping farm in Bagshot, north of Bendigo, Siale always knew she wanted a future in the industry. But she also knew that to turn her passion into a career, she needed the right skills, knowledge, and connections.…
From Student to Industry Leader: The Journey of Russell Ford
Russell Ford’s journey from a curious student at Longerenong College to a respected leader in agricultural research and consulting is a testament to the power of passion, education, and perseverance. Originally from Jerilderie, NSW, Russell didn’t grow up on a farm, but his interest in agriculture was sparked by the unique blend of science and…
Alanna Hansford: A Rising Leader in Australian Agriculture
Alanna Hansford: A Rising Leader in Australian Agriculture At just 21 years old, Alanna Hansford is quickly establishing herself as a passionate and driven contributor to the future of Australian agriculture. Originally from the South West of Victoria, Alanna spent her formative years balancing life between her family’s large dairy farm near Cobden and the…
Longerenong Students Shine at Royal Melbourne Show Beef Carcass Competition
The Royal Melbourne Show once again showcased the best of Victoria’s agricultural youth, with the beef carcass competition drawing in 148 top-quality beef animals and 139 enthusiastic students from 11 schools across the state. Among them, the Longerenong College show team made a strong impression in both the Paraders and Beef Carcass competitions. The event…
LONGY CATTLE ON SHOW
Longy cattle show in Melbourne Show Courtesy of Wimmera Farmer. Photos by Robin Webb Longerenong Agricultural College student Lucy Sharp will step into the ring at the Royal Melbourne Show later this month, joining nine of her fellow first-year Certificate IV in Agriculture and Wool Classing classmates in the college’s 2025 field team. Ms Sharp,…
Longerenong College Showcases Agricultural Excellence Across Victoria
Longerenong College Showcases Agricultural Excellence Across Victoria Taken from our Monthly Wimmera Farmer column. It’s been a bustling season for Longerenong College, with students and staff actively engaging in events across the region since the last edition of The Wimmera Farmer. A standout moment came when Longerenong’s Wool Classing students were invited to judge fleeces and…
Students stampede to study at Longy
Student Stampede to study at Longy By Bronwyn Hastings, The Weekly Advertiser (Ag-Life). Photos by Paul Carracher, The Weekly Advertiser. Longerenong College’s new year enrolments have ‘delighted’ staff, with an overwhelming amount of interest in its agricultural courses following its annual open day. College marketing and business development co-ordinator Brad Barber said about 40 students had…
Fine achievement for woolclasser Katy
Longerenong College student Katy Pollard showcased her award-winning woolclassing skills at the college’s open day earlier this month, which attracted about 250 people and 40 enrolments for next year’s courses. Picture: PAUL CARRACHER, The Weekly Advertiser Fine achievement for woolclasser Katy First-year Longerenong College student Katy Pollard enjoyed success at the Australian Wool Show at…
Longerenong College Open Day draws hundreds from across states
Longerenong College Open Day draws hundreds from across states Photo: The reputation of Longerenong College to offer exceptional training and credible qualifications for a variety of agricultural careers was enhanced by the turnout and responses from attendees to their recent Open Day, with many coming from interstate to have a look. Students, like Jack Batson,…
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