Department of Education Victoria – Newborough VIC

2d ago , from Department of Education & Training Victoria

Lowanna College is a vibrant, well-resourced Victorian Government secondary school catering for students from Years 7 to 12. With an enrolment of approximately 1,150 students, the College is set in an attractive bushland environment in Newborough. As the only secondary school in the Moe¿Newborough community, Lowanna draws students from both the local area and surrounding rural townships.

Located around 130 kilometres east of Melbourne, Newborough lies in the heart of picturesque Gippsland. The region is surrounded by rolling hills and offers easy access to the snowfields of Mt Baw Baw and the South Gippsland coastline. A wide range of recreational and sporting opportunities are available locally, including football, netball, golf, basketball, soccer, mountain biking and water sports.

Staffing Profile

Lowanna College employs a dedicated and highly skilled team, including:

- 3 Assistant Principals
- Business Manager
- Finance & Operations Manager
- 70.03 EFT teaching staff
- 58.19 EFT Education Support staff

School Structure

The College is organised into three mini-schools of 300¿400 students:

Each mini-school is led by a team including a Leading Teacher, Student Advocate, Student Support Officer and Administrative Assistant. Working collaboratively with teaching staff, they are committed to supporting both the academic growth and wellbeing of every student.

Facilities

Lowanna College offers modern, purpose-built facilities that provide a stimulating and supportive learning environment. Key facilities include:

- Refurbished canteen and on-site cafeteria
- Language Centre




- Year 12 Centre
- In office Wellbeing Centre to support and re-engage students at risk

Curriculum and Programs

Lowanna provides a broad and diverse curriculum, complemented by extensive extra-curricular opportunities. The academic program includes:

- Middle School: core and elective program
- Senior School: VCE, VCAL and VETiS pathways

Year 10 students may accelerate their learning by undertaking VCE subjects.

Specialist learning opportunities extend across the Arts, Science, Technology, Physical Education and Food Studies. Students also benefit from:

- Lowanna Sports Academy
- Lowanna Institute of the Arts (launching in 2026)
- Access to the Gippsland Technical College, in partnership with other Latrobe Valley schools

The College also offers Italian and Indonesian, and maintains strong partnerships with Monash University, Federation University and Federation Training, providing students with clear pathways from Year 7 through to Year 12 and beyond.

Community and Partnerships

Lowanna College enjoys strong connections with other Latrobe Valley schools, particularly Kurnai College and Traralgon College. In 2014, these schools collaboratively established the Latrobe Valley Flexible Learning Option (LVFLO) to re-engage students and support their return to mainstream education.





The College also works closely with local feeder primary schools, hosting a range of transition events for staff, students and families.

Commitment and Values

The entire Lowanna College team is committed to continually improving student outcomes while fostering a strong sense of community.

At Lowanna, we proudly live by our values:

- Respect
- Integrity
- Determination
- Growth

We believe every student can achieve excellence.

Selection Criteria

KSC1 Demonstrated capacity to support the engagement, attendance, wellbeing and educational outcomes of Koorie students through the development and implementation of targeted programs and supports.

KSC2 Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive relationships with Koorie students, families, community members, Traditional Owners, Local Aboriginal Education Consultative Groups (LAECGs), Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations and external agencies.

KSC3 Demonstrated highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to advocate for students and work collaboratively with staff, families and community stakeholders.

KSC4 Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and perspectives, and the ability to promote culturally safe and inclusive practices within the school environment.

KSC5 Demonstrated capacity to provide advice, guidance and support to staff in relation to Koorie student engagement, cultural inclusion and culturally responsive practices, while contributing to continuous improvement across the College.

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📌 Koorie Engagement Leader (Newborough)
🏢 Department of Education Victoria
📍 Newborough