Big Dreams.
Real Journeys.
Local Inspiration.

Welcome to EduVenture — your local resource for mapping a pathway to your future, close to home.

Join the EduVenture

Helping MidCoast Career Seekers Dream Big and Go Further.

EduVenture is a Taree Universities Campus (TUC) initiative, created to help young people on the MidCoast imagine, explore, and build their futures with confidence.

Through real-world stories from our region’s professionals, hands-on experiences, and local career opportunities, we’re breaking down barriers — empowering students to believe in themselves and the possibilities ahead.

Wherever you are on your journey, EduVenture is here to support your next step.

Welcome to

The Human Library

Real stories. Real people. Real inspiration.

Our Human Library brings together the experiences of local community members who have walked many different paths in recorded video interviews. Borrow a “human book” and explore how resilience, creativity and determination can shape careers — and lives.

Human Library
Alana Trudgeon
Works in Community Services, Works in Health, Works in Not-For-Profits, Employed, Volunteer, Studied at University
Alana Trudgeon
Works in Community Services, Works in Health, Works in Not-For-Profits, Employed, Volunteer, Studied at University

Alana Trudgeon is a volunteer crisis supporter with Lifeline while studying towards a Bachelor of Counselling. Her work in suicide prevention has grown from a deep passion for mental health and helping people feel heard during their darkest moments.

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Works in Community Services, Works in Health, Works in Not-For-Profits, Employed, Volunteer, Studied at University
Dr. Alison McIntosh
Works in Academia & Research, Works in Business / Corporate, Retired & Active in Community, Studied at University
Dr. Alison McIntosh
Works in Academia & Research, Works in Business / Corporate, Retired & Active in Community, Studied at University

Dr Alison McIntosh is the Chair of Taree Universities Campus and a passionate advocate for regional education. With a professional journey spanning corporate computing in Brisbane and Sydney, through to earning her PhD via distance education, Alison’s career has been defined by persistence and a meticulous attention to detail.

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Works in Academia & Research, Works in Business / Corporate, Retired & Active in Community, Studied at University
Anna Godfrey
Works in Business / Corporate, Works in Communications / Media, Works in Creative Industries, Business Owner, Creative Professional, Studied at University
Anna Godfrey
Works in Business / Corporate, Works in Communications / Media, Works in Creative Industries, Business Owner, Creative Professional, Studied at University

Anna Godfrey is the founder of The Switcher, a strategic innovation and marketing business run from the MidCoast. With a background in corporate roles across Australia and internationally, Anna has built a flexible career that allows her to combine big-brand boardrooms with school runs and community life.

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Works in Business / Corporate, Works in Communications / Media, Works in Creative Industries, Business Owner, Creative Professional, Studied at University
Clare Brennan
Works in Community Services, Works in Health, Works in Not-For-Profits, Employed, Studied at University
Clare Brennan
Works in Community Services, Works in Health, Works in Not-For-Profits, Employed, Studied at University

Clare Brennan is the Centre Director at First Steps Count, a child and community hub in Taree supporting children aged 0 to 12 and their families. With a background in speech pathology, Clare has built a career on communication, compassion, and community impact.

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Works in Community Services, Works in Health, Works in Not-For-Profits, Employed, Studied at University

Even more ways to map your future.

EduVenture also brings learning to life through immersive VR experiences, hands-on school visits, and local career events that connect students with real-world opportunities right here on the MidCoast. It’s all about helping young people imagine new possibilities, taking confident steps toward their future.

EduVenture School Visits

Our school visits deliver aspiration-driven workshops and personal storytelling sessions, helping students identify their strengths, explore opportunities, and imagine new futures.

VR Headset Sessions

Step into your future — virtually. Experience over 30 different careers first-hand through our Virtual Reality headsets. From heart surgery to space exploration, these sessions spark excitement and broaden career horizons like never before.

Local Careers Events

Connect. Explore. Grow. From expos to open days, EduVenture connects students with real-world career and education opportunities right here on the MidCoast. Come along and take your next step with confidence.

Why EduVenture Matters

Every student deserves to feel excited — not overwhelmed — about life after school.

At EduVenture, we understand that dreaming big can sometimes feel scary, especially when opportunities seem far away. That’s why we’re building a local network of stories, experiences and support, so Mid Coast students can see their own bright futures right here, close to home.

Get Involved

Are you a teacher, parent, student, or local business leader? There are lots of ways to be part of the EduVenture journey. Find out how you can get involved.