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I’m Jaira, an international student from the Philippines. I graduated and got my bachelor’s degree in biology a couple of years back, and made my way into the professional workforce, where I hopped from the food science industry to education for three years, making a living but not feeling “alive”.

I’m Reign Frances Jabagat Tidalgo, a student from the Philippines. I am deeply passionate about community services and health care because I believe everyone deserves care, respect, and support to improve their quality of life. Studying health care is important to me as it equips me with the knowledge and practical skills to make a positive impact on individuals and communities in need.

My name is Anelie Grace Libalib, and I’m originally from a small town in Negros Occidental, Philippines. I grew up in a farming community where most families, including mine, relied on agriculture as our main source of income. Life there was simple, and it taught me the value of hard work, resourcefulness, and perseverance.

Hi, I’m Ezra from Chiang Mai, Thailand. Before coming to Australia, I worked as an administrative assistant at Payap University. I also helped with my family’s small business, where we made and delivered homemade fresh bread to local restaurants, cafés, and shopping centres. It was a great experience working with my family and learning the ins and outs of running a small business.

In my home country Malaysia, I worked as a Frozen Retail Administrator. I later moved to Singapore, where I was employed at a major retail supermarket chain and was responsible for overseeing the operations of the frozen food department.

TAFE International WA students, here’s an exciting opportunity to gain recognition for your hard work and impact on the community!

Hi, I’m Elton Ndawana, from Zimbabwe. Before moving to Perth, I was working for a metal fabrication company, where I developed a strong interest in mechanical systems and hands-on engineering work. That experience inspired me to further my studies in a place where I could gain advanced technical skills and that’s what brought me to Australia.

The WA regional TAFE international student bursary is available for new students in 2026!

TAFE International Western Australia (TIWA) is offering AUD$5,000* for international students to start studies at TAFE in regional Western Australia.

My name is Nur Arisha Umaira and I’m an international student from Johor Bahru, Malaysia. I moved to Perth when I was just 18 years old, right after finishing high school. Coming to a new country all by myself was a huge step in my life but I knew it was the right one.

I'm Maureen Dardenne from France and before starting my courses at TAFE, I was travelling and working mainly in the horse industry (studs, equine veterinary clinic, horse therapy). This is where I discovered my passion for animal medicine and realised my desire to be involved in surgeries, medical care, and assisting veterinarians in their work.