Warrnambool community partnerships

How we engage with our Warrnambool community

Deakin is committed to building impactful and lasting collaborations across the Warrnambool region. We're a major contributor to the local economy and continue to expand our civic role in the community.

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Inspiring Young Scientists Program

Deakin’s School of Education and School of Life and Environmental Sciences partnered with Warrnambool East Primary School to launch an award-winning science program, enhancing student performance through interactive tools and local excursions.

Middle Island Maremma Project

Deakin’s research and funding have positively impacted environmental sustainability, as seen in the Middle Island Maremma Project, which helped repopulate the little penguin colony using guard dogs.

Communities That Care Program

Deakin partners with The Royal Children’s Hospital’s Communities That Care Program, researching underage drinking, youth violence and crime prevention to improve community health in regional centres.

South West TAFE

Deakin University and South West TAFE make tertiary education more accessible in Warrnambool, offering smooth transitions to Deakin degrees through recognition of prior learning and TAFE pathways.

Warrnambool City Council

Deakin's partnership with Warrnambool City Council contributes to the local Warrnambool economy through jobs creation, students moving to the city and supporting services.

Wannon Water

Wannon Water and Deakin's partnership pioneered using goldfish in sewage treatment, reducing environmental impact and costs, benefiting Warrnambool residents with lower sewerage service charges.

Host your event at Deakin’s Warrnambool Campus

Gain access to our spaces and expert event support. We offer a variety of flexible spaces at our Warrnambool Campus, including meeting spaces and sporting facilities.

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Access Deakin’s facilities

Partnering with Deakin gives the community access to our vibrant spaces, including cafes, libraries, galleries, and modern research facilities. Enjoy co-location opportunities and connect with our real-world solutions.

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Rankings and footnotes

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