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The History of LNQ

Queensland Open Learning Network, now trading as Learning Network Queensland (LNQ) was the first state-wide system set up in regional Australia to harness new learning technologies and to be a driving force behind access to learning opportunities for people in regional and remote Queensland .

The pilot project commenced in 1989 to support distance education university students with interactive technologies and study facilities. These Open Learning Centres proved their worth in enabling students to interact with their lecturers and fellow students at other sites, find a quiet place for study, type assignments and organise their own tutorials.

Funding was sought in the early 1990’s for the development and delivery of bridging programs for those lacking the required entry qualifications for post-secondary education. This program, ‘Unilearn’ continues today with increasing numbers of students enrolling each year.

LNQ has responded to a rapidly changing environment. Globalisation, the growth of a knowledge-based economy, and a loss of jobs in traditional areas have created new requirements for education and training. Sectoral, state and indeed national boundaries are becoming increasingly irrelevant as providers compete or form strategic alliances to gain market advantage. Within such a context, LNQ has remained responsive to its clients and members to ensure that it is a full-spectrum provider of services relevant to their changing needs and circumstances. LNQ became a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) in 2001.