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South West Local Learning & Employment Network

Since 2002, South West Local Learning and Employment Network Inc (South West LLEN) has been working with schools, businesses, and communities across the Colac-Otway, Corangamite, Moyne, and Warrnambool regions to ensure that young people are supported to aspire and achieve their very best possible education, training, and employment outcomes.

Through collaboration with employers, industry groups, and local leaders, South West LLEN strives to improve outcomes for young people, by increasing opportunities for their participation, attainment, and successful transition to education, training, or employment. 

South West LLEN is a not-for-profit incorporated association governed by a volunteer board and is one of 31 LLENs within Victoria who together cover every corner of the state.

Why South West LLEN Matters & How We Work

  • Locally responsive

    Programs and partnerships reflect the real needs of businesses, schools, and students in our region.

  • Student-centred

    We prioritise learners at risk of disengagement, helping them to succeed in education, training, or employment.

  • Collaboration-first

    We connect schools, industry, community agencies, and families to co-design sustainable pathways.

  • Networking & planning

    Facilitating strategic connections and initiatives across the region.

  • Opportunities creating

    Sharing labour market intelligence, sourcing placements, and coordinating work-based learning activities.

  • Resource development

    Creating curriculum-aligned materials and tools for schools and students

  • For every young person in our communities to be engaging in learning or employment, and have the opportunity to aspire to a successful career.

  • To be leaders in creating opportunities and solutions through local partnerships that assist young people to engage in learning and employment.

  • To guide communities to positively connect and support young people to become effective members of community and reach their career goals.

Meet the Team

Our Board

  • Linda Wilkie-Bell

    Chair - Community Member

  • Wayne Robertson

    Deputy Chair - Westvic Staffing Solutions

  • Ruth Gstrein

    Treasurer - Corangamite Shire

  • John Flett

    Secretary / Public Officer - South West TAFE

  • John Ralph

    Hawkesdale P-12 College

  • Chris Fitzgibbon

    AVTES

  • Carlos Lopez

    Brauer College

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