Michaela Meade
Up to 500 local jobs are expected to be created thanks to a new adult education program at the Olivine estate in Donnybrook.
Olivine developer Mirvac has partnered with non-profit education provider Prace and Winslow Constructors to launch the program, the Civil Construction Labourer program.
The program forms part of Mirvac and Whittlesea council’s promise to deliver lifelong learning and employment opportunities for the northern growth corridor.
Mirvac residential head Stuart Penklis said the program’s launch “reinforced” the company’s commitment to create sustainable communities, with a focus on increasing social connectivity and access to quality education.
Mr Penklis said the company was “extremely proud” of the initiative.
“The new program will have a positive impact on the growing community, as well as future generations,” he said.
“We are excited to see more students complete the course and enter the local workforce with Winslow Constructors.”
The courses will be operated out of Olivine Place, a community facility launched in November last year.
Whittlesea administrator Peita Duncan said: “The new education program joins a growing list of community activities that operate out of Olivine Place, providing both economic benefits as well as community connection.”
Details: www.olivine.mirvac.com
