Rural
7 May, 2026
Activity ramps up at Longy
Activity is building across the Longerenong College campus as the College farm and training programs move into a busy and productive phase, with cropping already underway for the 2026 season and hands-on training opportunities engaging students at every level.
The College farm has begun its 2026 cropping program, with sowing in progress while the Diploma of Applied Agronomy students are preparing sites for the crop trials they conduct as part of their agronomy course.
Adding to the farming staff is the arrival of a new agricultural apprentice, Will Nagorcka, who has recently joined the Longerenong College team.
Will, of Horsham, brings with him a strong connection to agriculture and the local community.
He will undertake a Certificate III in Agriculture at Longerenong College while working hands-on on the College farm under the guidance of Applied Precision Agriculture Manager, Guillermo Sierra.
He will work alongside fellow apprentice Harry Hallam, gaining practical experience in day-to-day farm operations while developing technical skills essential for a career in agriculture.
A former student of Horsham College, Will has already completed a Certificate II in Agriculture through the Vocational Education and Training (VET) Delivered to Secondary Students (VDSS) program, providing him with a solid foundation as he steps into this next stage of his training.
His appointment reflects Longerenong College’s commitment to supporting regional youth and building skilled pathways into the agricultural workforce.
Meanwhile, students enrolled in the Certificate IV in Wool Classing course have recently taken advantage of a valuable hands-on learning opportunity during shearing at the College’s shearing shed.
The practical sessions allowed students to apply classroom knowledge in a real working environment, a hallmark of Longerenong’s training approach.
“During the shearing, students were actively involved in key wool handling tasks, including skirting wool, throwing fleeces, penning up, and pressing wool bales," Certificate IV in Wool Classing Trainer, Craig Mackley, said.
"These practical skills are essential for those pursuing careers in the wool industry, and experiencing them during live shearing gives students confidence and industry readiness.
“The shearing shed provided a dynamic learning space, reinforcing teamwork, efficiency, and attention to detail - qualities highly valued across the agricultural sector. For many students, the experience was an important milestone in understanding the standards and expectations of professional wool preparation.”
Longerenong College has also played host to a number of industry events in recent weeks, including a VFF event on farm safety and welcoming industry business partners to present to students.
If you would like to explore the various courses and pathways Longerenong College has to offer, or book a tour of our facilities, please call Brad on 03 5362 2222.