21 July 2026 • Taree Universities Campus has appointed Sarah Holmstrom to support the Community Connector Program, bolstering a service that has already helped more than 300 professionals and over 650 people — including their families — settle successfully on the Mid Coast since its launch in July 2023.

July 2026 • A year after the biggest floods on record in our region, Taree Universities Campus brought our community together for two creative workshops to transform memories of the floods into something hopeful. Using black-and-white flood photographs as a starting point, participants added colour, paint and collage to create vibrant artworks that reflect resilience, strength and renewal.

17 June 2026 • Not everyone takes the same path to university, and for Peita, that's exactly what made her journey possible.

Peita began her healthcare career as an Assistant in Nursing in 2003 before completing a Diploma of Nursing through TAFE NSW in 2015. With years of industry experience behind her, she made the decision to take the next step and enrol in Charles Sturt's Bachelor of Nursing.

24 June 2026 • Senior Mid Coast high school students with a passion for Maths recently joined Adam Spencer at Taree Universities Campus for an energetic and hands‑on workshop.

24 June 2026 • TUC recently hosted a well‑attended business breakfast focused on the growing influence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in business and everyday life.

May 2026 • 4th-year Nutrition and Dietetics students from Griffith University on the Gold Coast have recently spent the past eight weeks in Taree on their Food Systems Placement. During this time, the students collaborated with the Biripi Women’s Group through Biripi Aboriginal Corporation Medical Centre (ACMC) to co-design, implement and evaluate a 3-week pilot cooking and nutrition education program.

28 May 2026 • As part of National Reconciliation Week, community members gathered on Thursday 28 May for the River Walk for Reconciliation, a special guided walk led by Biripi Elder Uncle Russell Saunders and local historian Janine Roberts.

May 2026 • TUC hosted Year 6 students from Chatham High feeder primary schools as they engaged in a day of learning and exploration about the CHACE program at Chatham High.

May 2026 • Taree mother-of-two Carly Walker has officially completed her Bachelor of Nursing with Charles Sturt University, marking a significant personal and professional milestone. Her achievement is particularly notable given she left school before Year 12 and managed to finish her degree without ever having to leave the Mid Coast.

19 May 2026 • Parents and students recently took part in a workshop exploring the many pathways available in Vocational Education and Training (VET).

Friday, 15 May 2026 • At the recent #StrongerTogether Allied Health Conference, our Community Connector, Kate Dunn, took the stage to share how genuine connection is driving regional workforce sustainability. Highlighting her work supporting over 300 health professionals and their families to settle on the Mid Coast, Kate demonstrated that when we prioritise people and community, we build a healthier, more resilient future for us all.

Tuesday, 5 May 2026 • TUC hosted the official launch of the Human Library, a transformative new initiative designed to bridge the gap between young people and the diverse career opportunities thriving right here in our local area.

Saturday, 2 May 2026 • The banks of the Manning River came alive with the sound of local music. Djarii Bila: Beats on the Bank, a full-day music festival held at Fotheringham Park on Biripi Country, brought together emerging local talent and national touring acts for a celebration of music, culture, and community connection.

28 April 2026 • TUC held its first Cultural Orientation Program - the first of many being led by Biripi leaders and Elders. The session was an immersive, place-based learning experience held on Biripi Country. Through storytelling, cultural knowledge sharing, and honest conversations, participants were encouraged to reflect on history, consider its continuing impacts, and explore their own role in contributing to a more respectful and just future.

31 March 2026 • The Taree community came together in celebration and connection as TUC, alongside Biripi AMS, hosted their second annual Mullet Run BBQ event to celebrate the start of Mullet season.

26 March 2026 • Students from Great Lakes College (Forster) joined TUC for an EduVenture excursion exploring careers across our region.

19 March 2026 • Chatham High School CHACE Students recently had the incredible opportunity to visit Charles Sturt University, with the support of Taree Universities Campus. 

18 March 2026 • Students in Years 9 and 10 from Taree High School joined TUC for a Career Industry Excursion designed to expand their perspectives and ignite curiosity. The day saw students venture beyond the classroom to experience real-world workplaces firsthand.

Since October alone, the Community Connector Program has supported 100 professionals to relocate to the MidCoast with their families. These skilled professionals are strengthening vital services across our region — from GPs and nurses to engineers, childcare staff and community leaders.

Tuesday, 3 March • Ahead of International Women’s Day 2026, Taree Universities Campus partnered with Regional Industry Education Partnerships (RIEP) to host an inspiring morning dedicated to empowering young women from across the Mid Coast. Year 11 and 12 students from six local schools gathered at TUC for a thoughtful and uplifting event that celebrated the progress made by women in the region while looking toward the future.