Episodes

  • I wanted to be the best! – Elin, Sweden
    Mar 2 2021

    From an early age Elin had her heart set on becoming a world champion in equestrian vaulting – gymnastics on horse back! Follow her story from breaking her back and the fear she’d never walk again to her inspirational journey after studying personal training at TAFE Queensland.

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    21 mins
  • I thought there would be kangaroos everywhere! – Laura, Colombia
    Mar 2 2021

    Laura always dreamed of studying overseas and the work / study / life balance was why she picked Australia. Follow her story from not speaking English to landing her dream job after studying engineering at TAFE Queensland.

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    25 mins
  • Better things come to those who go out and get it – Jerry, PNG
    Mar 2 2021

    Jerry had never left Papua New Guinea or stepped foot on an airplane before travelling to Cairns to study a diploma of hospitality at TAFE Queensland. Follow his story to seek a better education, weather and his dream of helping the community back home.

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    18 mins
  • Everyone can eat at the fancy restaurants! – Geysa & Leo, Brazil
    Mar 2 2021

    Geysa & Leo met in their home country of Brazil, Leo’s passion for surfing and a new career led him to Queensland where he got a scholarship to TAFE Queensland to study cookery & hospitality. Geysa soon followed and now their dream is to open their own restaurant in Australia.

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    24 mins
  • It’s not going to be easy but it’s going to be worth it – Sherina, Bali
    Mar 2 2021

    Sherina left Bali to study a diploma of business and marketing at Tafe Queensland after growing up in a village in Denpasar and wanting more – but not too far from home!

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    15 mins
  • I’ll be on that beach one day! - Rajani, Nepal
    Mar 3 2021

    Rajani left a life in Nepal where she had limited electricity and no running water but saved every penny to afford her ticket to Australia. Follow her fascinating and humbling journey to become an Anaesthetic nurse thanks to Tafe Queensland – and her excitement at seeing a bathtub for the first time!

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    24 mins
  • Living here is just a dream – Dani, Colombia
    Nov 10 2021

    Dani grew up in the mountains of Colombia. Follow her journey through TAFE Queensland in Cairns studying a diploma of business, leadership & management to her dreams of creating her own eco village in Australia.

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    22 mins
  • I had never thought about Christmas in a t-shirt! - Kevin, South Korea
    Nov 17 2021

    Kevin grew up in South Korea and after completing mandatory military service decided to save up and travel to Australia. Hear his story about studying at TAFE Queensland on the Gold Coast and his plan to stay and become a carpenter.  

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    17 mins