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Student Ambassador – Prince
2025-2026 Student Ambassador Prince from Ghana Toowoomba, a Hidden WonderHi there, my name is Prince, and I am from Accra, Ghana, a beautiful country in West Africa with diverse cultures, great music, and amazing people. I am currently studying for a PhD in...
Student Ambassador – Hanz
2025-2026 Student Ambassador Hanz from Malaysia My name is Hanz, from the beautiful city of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. I am currently studying a Bachelor of Aviation (Flight Operations) at the University of Southern Queensland.Toowoomba stood out to me because of its...
Student Ambassador – Robiatul
2025-2026 Student Ambassador Robiatul from Philippines My name is Robiatul, and I am originally from Indonesia. I am currently pursuing a PhD at the University of Southern Queensland, where my research focuses on sustainable materials, circular economy, and innovative...
Student Ambassador – Siti Nur
2025-2026 Student Ambassador Siti Nur from Indonesia My name is Siti Nur. People often call me Izah. I am from Indonesia, a lovely warm country in Southeast Asia.I am currently pursuing my dream of becoming a professional educator for young children, so I am studying...
Student Ambassador – Chary Mae
2025-2026 Student Ambassador Chary Mae from Philippines My name is Chary Mae from the Philippines, and I am currently studying Certificate III in Rural Operations at TAFE Queensland.I chose to study in Toowoomba because of its welcoming community, quality education,...
Student Ambassador – Gazzal
2025-2026 Student Ambassador Gazzal from India My name is Gazzal, and I’m thrilled to introduce myself as one of the newest Study Toowoomba Ambassadors. I’m originally from India, and I’m currently studying Nursing at UniSQ.When I first began searching for a place to...
Study. Work. Live. Toowoomba.
From Clifton to the World Stage — Where Regional Education Creates Global Opportunities. There is something powerful about regional communities. They don’t just grow people — they shape them. At the recent Toowoomba Show, a series of conversations highlighted exactly...
Life After Uni in Australia: An International Student’s Journey to an IT Career
When I first arrived in Toowoomba as an international student, I had a simple plan in mind—complete my studies, build a career in IT, and create better opportunities for myself. Like many students, I thought the path would be straightforward: study, graduate, get a...
JobSquad Professional – From Student to Professional
📅 12 April | Full Day An interactive workshop designed for international students approaching graduation who want to confidently transition into professional employment. Students will refine their resume, develop a professional introduction pitch and start approaching...
JobSquad Casual – Build Confidence and Land Your First Job
Job 📅 10 April | Full Day Struggling to find your first casual or part time job? Join us at #JobSquad to create a resume, build a job pitch and practise employment conversations - all in one 'do it' day. Leave with practical skills and the confidence to start...
Staff PD – Understanding and Engaging International Students
Study Toowoomba invites staff to join a two-session professional development series designed to strengthen international student engagement. 📅 Session 1 – 9 AprilThe 6 Core Needs and Universal Fears – Understand the drivers behind student behaviour. 📅 Session 2 – 11...
Confidence Crew – Job Readiness (Free Online Program)
📅 10, 12, 17 & 19 March | 3:00–4:30 PM Build the skills employers value most—confidence, decision-making, courage, and a positive attitude. This FREE 4-session online program helps international students improve job readiness and stand out to employers. 🎓 Students...
Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers – A Celebration of Spring
Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers is a large annual festival held in the city. It celebrates spring with floral displays, garden tours, parades, and events. On 20th of September, we got invited by Mayor McDonald for morning tea and witness the 7th Signal Regiment...
Proud to Be Part of the Change: My Experience at the Queensland Government Consultation Session
When student voices come together, real change begins. Being a Study Toowoomba Student Ambassador has been one of the most rewarding parts of my journey in Queensland. Every now and then, something unexpected happens - an opportunity that reminds me just how powerful...
From Student to Ambassador: My Story with Study Toowoomba
When I first arrived in Toowoomba, I never imagined how many doors this city would open for me both academically and personally. My name is Siri, and I am originally from Thailand. After completing my Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics Engineering, I pursued a Master’s...
A Month of New Beginnings: My Journey as a Study Toowoomba Ambassador
If someone had told me a few months ago that I’d be standing shoulder-to-shoulder with leaders, councillors, and changemakers of Toowoomba while holding a certificate that says Student Ambassador, I probably would’ve smiled and thought, “One day, maybe.” But here I...
Papua New Guinea 50th Independence Celebrations in Toowoomba
Fun Fact: Papua New Guinea was a territory under Australian Administration since 1905 and gained full independence from Australia on September 16th, 1975. On the 21st of September the South Queensland Papua New Guinea Community based here in Toowoomba held the...
Welcoming Our 2026 Study Toowoomba Ambassadors
This week, we celebrated in the best possible way – by welcoming our 2026 Study Toowoomba Ambassadors. Held at Ortem Cafe, the evening was filled with energy, connection, and heartfelt moments as we marked the beginning of a new year for our Ambassadors. Our Study...
Ricky Fan – Executive Director, UIL
We are always one of the strongest advocates for the Toowoomba region, and we’re deeply committed to bringing more international students here. As a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Southern Queensland, we are fortunate to now have our ELICOS programs...
Opening Doors to the Future
Careers Expo Inspires Year 10 Students at Centenary Heights Centenary Heights State High School came alive with possibility as students explored a world of career opportunities at the annual Careers Expo. With 51 exhibitors from across Toowoomba and beyond, this event...