Our Story
Who we are
We are a local Board of Directors – East Tas Education and Employment, formed in 2025 to facilitate education and employment outcomes in Eastern Tasmania. We were thrilled to receive funding from the Australian Government to establish a Regional University Study Hub (RUSH) in Eastern Tasmania.
We join 55 other communities across Australia in the RUSH Network and a further 15 community Suburban Study Hubs who make it easier for students to achieve their higher and vocational education goals closer to home.
This includes our fellow Tasmanian Study Hubs on the West Coast (Zeehan, Smithton and King Island) and the Southeast Tasmania Study Hub in Sorell.
We affiliated with Country Universities Centre (CUC) to establish CUC Eastern Tasmania in St Helens, which strongly connects us to a network of more than 30 CUCs around Australia all learning from and supporting each other.
Why we’re here
Everyone deserves the chance to chase their dreams, no matter where they live. We’re here to provide regional students with the tools, space, and support they need to build a brighter future—for themselves and their communities.
What we do
We have established a study space designed by locals, for locals. Offering free access to high-speed internet, modern tech, and academic support. Our students have access to ways to connect with each other, and with a national network of learners, creating opportunities beyond the classroom.
We’re all about empowering our local community through tertiary education. By creating strong local learning networks, we’re breaking down the barriers and helping students reach their full potential—right where they are.
Who we’re here for
If you’re studying with an Australian university, tertiary education or training provider, we’re here for you. Join our learning community and get free access to services, spaces and support.
If you are thinking about further study but don’t where to start – we can help.
If you are looking for innovative ways to support great education outcomes for local people – let’s chat.
If you are a local business or organisation seeking to up-skill your staff or connect with new learners. We can help you offer placements, or support work-based learning.
Connect with us now and find out how we can be of service to you.
Our Centre is a welcoming space for everyone, and we celebrate diversity and learning from each other!
