12/10/2026
We were so proud to attend the 2026 Learn Local Awards last week, celebrating a remarkable 20 years of adult community education in Victoria.
Opendoor was a proud Major Sponsor of the Learn Local Pre–accredited Trainer Award. Pre–accredited learning builds the essential skills, confidence, and connections people need for study, work, and life, and trainers are truly at the heart of that transformation.
A huge congratulations to Sara Ganderton-Spencer from Cheltenham Community Centre who took home the award! Sara has helped learners from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to find their voices. Sara’s work creates genuine community connection and changes lives. She helps to teach everyday Australian idioms while creating warm and welcoming spaces where students feel comfortable to practice their English over shared recipes and food.
A special thank you to Opendoor's Group Manager Strategy & Growth, Daniel Gavin, who presented Sara with her award.