HITsa Newsletter

Celebrating Milestones at HITsa Mount Gambier

This month, HITsa Mount Gambier celebrated not just one, but seven major milestones!

We proudly held our very first qualification graduation, marking an exciting new chapter for our site.

Jema became our first-ever graduate, successfully completing her Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing).

Also celebrating their achievements were:

• Keith, Nicole and Jaenver, who completed their Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)
• Yasmin, Dot and Emma, our first graduates in Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
• Gavin, our first graduate in Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)

Adding to the celebrations, Gavin also marked a personal milestone, celebrating his 18th birthday whilst undergoing placement. His placement manager described him as “an absolute legend”, and the team made sure the occasion was celebrated in style — with a big cake and a full staff sing-along.

Congratulations to all our graduates on their outstanding accomplishments. Your dedication, hard work, and commitment to your studies make us incredibly proud. We look forward to seeing what you accomplish next as you continue your professional journeys.

Here’s to many more successes ahead for our Mount Gambier students and community.

HITsa's Peer Buddy System!

We’re excited to announce the Peer Buddy System, a new program designed to support students and create a more connected, welcoming learning community.

🌱 Peer Buddy System: Supporting Each Other, Growing Together

The Peer Buddy System connects students with peer mentors to create a friendly, supportive learning environment. Whether you need guidance, encouragement, or a friend, this program is here for you!

🎯 Program Goals

🤝 Build friendships & a sense of belonging

📚 Support classmates with academic challenges

💛 Encourage kindness, teamwork & respect

🚀 Boost confidence & leadership skills

🌿 Why Become a Mentor?

🌟 Develop leadership, communication & problem-solving skills

😊 Help others succeed and feel good doing it

🏆 Gain a Certificate of Participation & boost your resume

📄 Receive work references from the Wellbeing Team

💼 Commitment

⏰ 30 min–1 hr/week

🗓 Mentoring lasts until you finish your course

📌 Mentor Tips

💬 Be kind, patient & respectful

👂 Listen carefully & guide, don’t do the work for them

🔒 Respect privacy & keep notes secure

🆘 Ask the Wellbeing Team for support if needed

🌟 Get Involved – We’re Taking Expressions of Interest!

Students: Interested in becoming a mentor or receiving support? Contact the Wellbeing Teamand express your interest.
Trainers/Staff: If you know any student who is interested, please contact the Wellbeing Team.

Let’s work together to make learning supportive, inclusive, and enjoyable for all students!

Contact Us: Wellbeing Team

08 8375 2841 / 0472 743 478 / [email protected]

Congratulations to Adam

Adam C enrolled to undertake Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) at our Clarence Gardens site early June 2025.

He was a student that all training organisations dream of. He was always early, cheerful, completed his online activities on time along with his assessments.

On completion of his classroom learning, Adam wanted to announce an end to his course in a bold way by ringing our reception bell for all to hear. We told him it was his to ring once he completed his work placement and handed in his work placement logbook.

Adam completed his work placement, successfully gained his certificate this month and got to ring the bell (see photo below).

In Adam's words

"My time at HITsa has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my professional journey. Every trainer I worked with brought their own unique strengths, experience, and warmth into the classroom, creating an environment that truly reflected the heart of aged care. What stood out most to me was how willing each trainer was to share real stories from the field, answer every question with patience, and help us understand not just what we do, but why we do it.

Jasleen, in particular, made a lasting impression. Her ability to blend her own experiences with listening to our experiences and feedback created a mutual learning environment that kept every class meaningful and engaging.

Once I began my placement, I quickly realised how much of what I’d learned in class directly applied to real world care. The knowledge, skills, and confidence I gained through HITsa have helped prepare me for a meaningful career in aged care; one where compassion and professionalism go hand in hand."

Congratulations Adam and we wish you all the best for your future.

Road Trip to Mt Gambier

Hello and and Goodbye to October...... Where are the days and months going!

HITsa's EO, Head of Wellbeing and Lead Trainer took a road trip to the Limestone Coast during October and catch up with the team in Mount Gambier...

The car was loaded with Robel, Renee, resources and beanbags, with Olly at the helm, we hit the road on a Tuesday morning - destination Percy Street Mt Gambier.

We spent time introducing our wellbeing services and Robel to our students on site as well as catching with our Business Manager Carolyn and our wonderful trainers.

Recent addition to our training team is talented local chef, Kirby who is now on deck training all things hospitality, coffee, cookery and retail as well as balancing his passion Elementary by Soul, his restaurant paying homage to seasonality based on Bungandidj land with a down-to-earth, uncomplicated approach in food and drink experiences.

So its seemed only fitting to sit down and sample the tasting menu which included ......

So do yourself a favour and get down to this hidden gem in Margaret Street - Mount Gambier....

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Here is the gang along with one of HITsa's Directors, Adrian and of course our newest team member Kirby .....

And to burn off some of those calories from the night before Carolyn dragged Olly up and around Mt Schank the following morning and check out the sunrise!!!!!!!!!!!!!!