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A community partnership between Calrossy Anglican School and TAFE NSW is delivering hands-on learning opportunities, strengthening regional education links, and reconnecting the school with one of its most respected former staff members, Laurence Tockuss.
Developed collaboratively by TAFE NSW horticulture leaders Matt Newell and Sue Wood, and Calrossy staff will transform the school’s gardens and outdoor learning areas into vibrant horticulture projects. The program blends vocational training with practical, real-world applications, creating a dynamic environment for learning, growth, and community engagement.
TAFE horticulture students contribute to activities such as garden-bed preparation, planting, soil improvement, and propagation. Their involvement enriches the program while providing valuable vocational experience. Laurence, a beloved former staff member and now a TAFE student, brings a wealth of experience from his time at Calrossy, where he was responsible for numerous garden developments and outdoor projects.
“It’s wonderful to be involved in this initiative,” Laurence said. “Being part of a project that enhances the school’s gardens and outdoor spaces is incredibly rewarding. The partnership allows us to apply practical skills and see tangible outcomes.”
The program is structured to provide TAFE students with authentic workplace experience while supporting the ongoing development of Calrossy’s gardens. Together they have laid strong foundations for seasonal planting projects, garden enhancements, and the establishment of outdoor learning areas that will benefit the school community for years to come.
Calrossy Infants Coordinator Kim Bargwanna highlighted the impact of the initiative:
“This partnership brings expertise, enthusiasm, and genuine community connection to our campus and this Prep area will be even more wonderful in time. Having Laurence involved again makes it particularly special, and the leadership of Matt and Sue ensures the program is purposeful and effective.”
Calrossy Principal David Smith agrees, noting that the collaboration reflects the school’s commitment to practical learning, lifelong education, and community engagement:
“This program demonstrates the power of partnerships in regional education,” Principal Smith said. “The collaboration between TAFE NSW and Calrossy and having Laurence back as School is something we are extremely proud of and shows what can be achieved when experience and expertise come together.”
With future plans already underway, Calrossy and TAFE are looking to include additional garden areas, planting projects. The partnership is set to continue growing into the future that is helping to shape a lasting legacy of horticultural excellence and community collaboration at the school.
