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Terri Myles,
St Andrews Lutheran College
James McLauchlan has been a valued member of the St Laurence’s College community for nearly 20 years. He began his professional journey as a builder before making the leap to teaching in 2006 – a move inspired by his passion for helping young people discover their purpose through hands-on learning.
Drawing on his strong practical background, McLauchlan has taught across the Technologies Faculty and has been instrumental in shaping the college’s Vocational Education and Training (VET) programs. As head of VET and registered training organisation (RTO) manager, he oversees the delivery of nationally recognised qualifications, equipping students with the skills and confidence they need to succeed in the real world.
McLauchlan is known for his commitment to innovation and continuous improvement. He works hard to ensure every course stays up to date with industry standards and meets the evolving needs of the workforce. Through his leadership, he empowers students to turn their interests into meaningful careers and helps set them up for lifelong success.
82 Stephens Road, South Brisbane, Qld 4001
073 0101 111
slc@slc.qld.edu.au
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James McLauchlan
Head of Vocational Education and Training (VET)
St Laurence’s College
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Terri Myles,
St Andrews Lutheran College
2021
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2015–2020
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Received the Edmund Rice Staff Award at St Laurence’s College
2021
Head of Vocational Education and Training (VET) and RTO Manager at St Laurence’s College, overseeing pathways, certificate programs and apprenticeships since 2023
University Lecturer at Central Queensland University, delivering practical courses and mentoring future educators
Awarded the Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA) Charter Leadership Award for Liberating Education
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2015–2019: Teaching and Learning Coordinator at The Springfield Anglican College
2019–2020: Assistant Director of Teaching and Learning at The Springfield Anglican College
2015–2020
Assistant Head of Primary – Curriculum at St Margaret’s Anglican Girls School since 2020
Graduated Master of Education (Leadership and Management) at QUT
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Principal at Cobram Secondary College since 2017
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Assistant Vice President and Senior Broker at MJ Hall & Company since 2018
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2022
Suncorp Bank introduces Solar Home Bonus offer for customers who are choosing renewable energy for their homes
Sept 2021
Month-on-month market share growth commences
Feb 2022
Suncorp Bank wins the Canstar award for most outstanding value in investment loans
Apr 2022
Suncorp Bank wins Money Magazine’s Bank of the Year and Business Bank of the Year awards for the fifth year in a row
Jul 2022
Suncorp Bank’s turnaround times are the lowest they have ever been. The lender becomes Australia’s first certified carbon neutral bank for both its operation and transaction services
Aug 2022
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