Student stories - old

Leonito - Timor-Leste

Charles Darwin University (CDU)

My name is Leonito Fatima da Costa Barros, and I am from Timor-Leste.

Antonio's Kitchen - Australia

A small café in Knuckey Lagoon, Antonio’s Kitchen has employed 12 international cookery students in the past year, training them with essential kitchen and cookery skills and creating a supportive team environment. 

The owner and chef Antonio helps students create a menu inspired by their cultural dish. Working with international students, the business also made and donated 250 mooncakes to Chung Wah Society Darwin during the 2023 Moon Festival for fundraising. 

Antonio’s Kitchen has been nominated by its international student employee for its dedication to elevating early-career cookery students. 

Nasib - Bangladesh

One of the biggest reasons I chose to study in the Northern Territory (NT) is because of the quality of education in the hospitality industry and tropical and relaxed lifestyle.

Luxemberg - Philippines

Alana Kaye College

I chose to study in Darwin, Australia because they offer an excellent educational experience that makes a real difference compared to other countries.

Rosie Nguyen - Vietnam

Charles Darwin University (CDU)

Winner of the International Student of the Year Award

Tapasya - Nepal

Canterbury Institute of Management (CIM)

Studying in small city like Darwin has plenty of benefits. Having less people in your class means teachers and tutors can offer a more supportive learning environment and focus on students’ individual needs.