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What’s On
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Student Stats
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Student Spotlight
Student Business
What’s New
Welcome!
We had 114 new and returning students join us this month from 26 different countries…
Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Czech Republic, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Lithuania, Mexico, Philippines, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Spain, Thailand, UK, USA, & Vietnam.
What’s New
New Faculty at EE!
Introducing the Faculty of English to Entrepreneur Education!
We are very excited to be adding General English to our list of courses offered at Entrepreneur. The General English evening course will be a fun filled interactive learning environment where students can improve their English no matter their level.
Our first intake for this course is 7th October 2024. Enrol now to secure your spot!
Visit our website here for more information or talk to one of our team members.
New part of Campus
We’re opening up a new part of campus!
This new build has 3 classrooms with flat screen TVs and desk charging ports, a brand new reception area, a student kitchen and toilets, as well as staff offices.
With the introduction of the Faculty of English, and more courses to come, we are constantly aiming to improve our facilities and create a great learning environment!
What’s on
Painting & Decorating scaffolding class
Painting & Decorating students learn how to erect and dismantle scaffolding at Shed 101. This is an important (and fun) part of the course as Painters often need to work at heights and to do it safely and efficiently. Well Painting & Decorating students, you did a great job!
Photography Excursion to Brisbane
Photography students will be taking their skills to the streets of beautiful Brisbane to practice what they’ve learned in the classroom.
Students with be exploring bustling Southbank in South Brisbane which has a mix of parks, markets, bars and restaurants, all along the Brisbane River.
When: Wednesday 19th June
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Meeting point – 8:00am at the Main Campus – L1-4 Chevron Renaissance, 3240 Gold Coast Hwy, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
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Food & Drink – please ensure you bring along snacks and a water bottle. You will be stopping for lunch so also please ensure you bring some money for lunch
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Departure – We will leave at 8:15am sharp. Please make sure you arrive by 8:00am to avoid missing the bus
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To bring – Camera and SD card
- Social media – if you are posting your amazing shots to Instagram, be sure to tag #EEexcursion and entrepreneur_education so we can share your talents with the world
Limited spots available, sign up with your mentor!
Ping Pong Pizza
Ping Pong Pizza is back!
Battle it out on the ping pong table & feast on pizza. Prize for 1st place is an indoor skydiving experience at iFly Surfers Paradise!
First 8 people to sign up enter the competition.
When: 26th June 11:45 – 12:15
Italian Renaissance Alive at HOTA
Experience the beauty and brilliance of the Italian masters in Italian Renaissance Alive, an immersive journey celebrating Europe’s cultural rebirth.
From the creators of Van Gogh Alive, this mesmerising experience covers the 14th to 17th centuries, showcasing masterpieces by Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Botticelli, Caravaggio and more. You’ll be immersed in the era’s explosion of art, culture, architecture, sculpture and literature.
Currently showing at HOTA (home of the arts) Saturday, 30 March 2024 | 10:00 PM – Sunday, 04 August 2024 | 03:00 PM
For more info or to purchase tickets click here
SeaFire Festival
SeaFire, the Gold Coast’s very own international fireworks competition, is returning to the shores of Surfers Paradise Beach! Australia’s leading pyrotechnic team, Skylighter, will close the night with a sensational Aussie fireworks finale at 8pm.
SeaFire is a free family-friendly event. Make a weekend of it with a staycation or have an early dinner at one of the many mouth-watering restaurants in Surfers Paradise.
When: 1st June 6pm – 9pm
Where: Surfers Paradise beach
Cooly Rocks On
Cooly Rocks On returns to Coolangatta on the Gold Coast. Featuring one of Australia’s best Show ‘N’ Shine displays, the festival showcases an impressive collection of hot rods, kustom vehicles, lowbrow art and more, with more than 900 vehicles lining the streets of Coolangatta.
With many free and ticketed entertainment options across the action-packed five-day festival, they can’t wait to turn back the clock on Coolangatta!
When: Wednesday 5th June – Sunday 9th June
Where: Marine Parade, Coolangatta
Movies in the Park – The Bad Guys
What better way to spend an evening than outdoors watching a movie under the stars?
Gather your family and friends, bring your picnic rug or chair. Popcorn, fairy floss, food, and drinks will be available.
When: Saturday 8th June at 5pm-9pm (Get there early to get a good spot)
Where: Kinsmore Park, Reedy Creek
Cost: FREE
For more information click here
Helpful Tips for finding accommodation in Australia
We know finding suitable accommodation can be a challenge for international students at this time of year. Austrade publishes a range of tools and resources on the Study Australia website on accommodation options within Australia including:
- Tips on creating a strong rental housing application.
- Tips to find the right home and house mates for you.
- Know your rights as a tenant in Australia.
Costs of accommodation will vary depending on your chosen state, city, and type of accommodation. The cost of living calculator on the Study Australia website helps students calculate their expenses.
Do you have a suggestion on an event, workshop, social or anything else you would like to see at the school? Leave us a comment…
Staff Spotlight
JOZZELLE
Fun fact: I ran away from home when I was 19 but due to a severe alcohol allergy, I was unable to drink during my adolescent and early twenties. By the time I was twenty-five, this helped me save for my own house, which I really REALLY wanted to buy because I wanted a Chow Chow. A Chow Chow is a dog breed.
Above is said dog who I have named, Bjorn (from the Vikings show)
Fave cuisine: Paksiw na Pata (Paksiw = dishes cooked in vinegar, Pata = leg/foot) Paksiw na Pata is a pork dish that is cooked in vinegar. It has an unusual vegetable: the banana heart.
Nationality: Australian (but previously from the Philippines). My parents immigrated here when I was 10 years old, and we received our citizenship years ago. Yes, I am fluent in Tagalog.
Fave pastime/hobby: I tried every single hobby you could think of in art and crafts, but my favourite past time is MSN Messenger and getting to play games like “Sam and Max Hit the Road” or “Day of the Tentacle”.
Job role & how Jozzelle can help you: As a design mentor with plenty of freelance experience, I can give insight and advice into how Australian clients or employers can be approached.
MONICA
Fun fact: I can touch my nose with my tongue. 😛
Fave cuisine: ITALIAN!!! A proper PIZZA!
Nationality: Spanish (yes, I say “ole, ole ????????” sometimes…)
Fave pastime/hobby: Anything creative, from doing music, to painting, cooking, even organising my house (we can get very creative in re-decorating homes, can we? ????)
Job role & how Monica can help you: Mentor in Diploma in Project Management. Do you have a project or are interested in optimising yours? That is my THING! ????
Student stats
Student Spotlight
This month’s Student Spotlight goes to Isabel Velez Gomez – Advanced Diploma of Marketing & Communication
“I have had the pleasure of teaching Isabel for almost two years, and she is a joy to have in class. She never misses a class, consistently puts extra effort into all her assessments, and is always eager to participate in class discussions. With her background in industrial design and retail, Isabel always brings an interesting and unique perspective to our close-knit group. She is calm and polite in her interactions, always ready to help other students when needed. Her insights are always spot-on, and everyone appreciates her contributions to the class.”
Great work Isabel! Please keep an eye out in your emails for your prize.
Job Board Update
Job Board Stats:
We have started to include new Junior roles on the Job Board within areas such Marketing, Sales and Warehouse Logistics. Please let us know in the suggestion box if there is an industry you want to see jobs in.
Over 4 weeks in August we promoted jobs in 9 different industries: Cleaning (26), Design (6), Marketing (4), Fitness (8), Trades (10), Reception/Admin (34), Retail (30), Social Media (3), and Hospitality (34)
520+ clicks through to the job webpage.
Most popular industries and roles:
- Store Manager
- Gaming Attendant/Duty Manager
- Bottle Shop Attendants
- Wait Staff
TIP: Keep an eye out in store windows for “Hiring/Looking for staff” signs at Pacific Fair, Robina Town Centre and Harbour Town.
Have you scored a job through our job board? Let us know in the ‘suggestion box’ above!
Student Business
Each month we will be promoting a student’s own business. If you have a business you would like featured, please email Student Services
Contact us if you would like your business featured.
City Otter
A brand by Diploma of Leadership and Management student; Gabriele Vaineikyte
City Otter is a brand focusing on pedestrians’ safety by offering handmade reflective scrunchies.
My goal is not only to create fashionable accessories and also to educate people about the importance of wearing reflectors.
Ever since I was a child, I recognized the importance of wearing reflectors. However, it always seemed like there weren’t enough options available. I tried my best to wear reflectors but over time they vanished from my outfit. When walking in the unlit street or crossing the road after the sun was down I kept questioning myself – why did it happen and what can I do to change it.
The answer was quite obvious – there is no doubt that reflectors are extremely important, but a rare person is able to choose a reflector that he likes and suits him from the available offers these days. While style should not be the sole factor in deciding between safety and aesthetics, we have to acknowledge that it does influence our choices, even subconsciously. To protect people and help not only pedestrians but also drivers, I created City Otter. City Otter offers handmade reflective scrunchies designed not only to be worn as a hair accessory but also to be worn as a wristband.
Check out City Otter’s instagram page here
