Located at GOTAFE, Wangaratta campus, the Tech School connects local students to their futures by providing free access to innovative, hands-on STEM learning for all secondary students in the Wangaratta, Alpine, Benalla, Indigo and Wodonga local government areas.
It features design elements inspired by local First Nations knowledge systems, including an immersive artwork by Indigenous artist Robert Michael Young at the entrance.
Students take part in programs that encourage them to think big. At the Tech School they can explore technological healthcare solutions for regional communities, renewable energy technologies, how to build model hydrogen-powered cars and how to use drones and robotics to learn about sustainable resource management.
For information on what’s offered, visit Wangaratta Tech School.
Timeline
2023
- Term 2: State Budget investment of $116 million to build 6 new Tech Schools and establish a Clean Energy Equipment Fund.
- Term 4: Tech School Director appointed.
2024
- Term 1: Consultation and co-design meetings for facility and program design began.
2025
- Term 2: Construction of Tech School begins.
- Term 3: Tech School programs are developed and piloted with input from local schools, industry and community leaders.
2026
- Term 3: Wangaratta Tech School opened.
Wangaratta Tech School photos
Updated