Alumni profile
Mrs Gail Ahearn
Diploma of University Administration, 2005
Bachelor of Business (HRM), 2008
Manager, Mildura Virtual Administration Support Services
Looking forward to putting her skills and experience to work in the next stage of La Trobe’s development within the Future Ready strategy.
Gail was elected as Secretary of the Mildura Alumni Chapter in May 2014.
At the age of 18, Gail commenced work at the Bendigo Institute of Technology (BIT), after successfully completing a Commercial Certificate there. She worked for ten years at the BIT, which would later be known as Bendigo College of Advanced Education (BCAE), before she took a ten-year break to raise her children to school age.
Gail had a number of casual positions during her career break, including a stint as Director of her own Administration Business in Bendigo.
When she returned to work, the BCAE had become La Trobe University - Bendigo, and she had roles within the Media and Communication unit, Accommodation unit and finally in the School of Business, where she worked for nine years.
Gail moved to Mildura in 2002 to take up the Campus Administration Officer role at LTU's Mildura Campus. She later graduated from both the Diploma of University Administration and Bachelor of Business (HRM), which she commenced whilst in Bendigo.
Do you have a personal philosophy that you bring to your work?
To do the best job that you can at the time and to treat others as you would like to be treated.
What has been your greatest career highlight?
Completing my degree whilst working full-time and raising a family.
What impact has La Trobe University have on your career and life?
La Trobe has had an impact on my life for nearly thirty years, in work, social, networking and educational environments. La Trobe has provided me with many opportunities like travel to capital cities, faculty co-ordination role of the now defunct SIFE (Students in Free Enterprise) role, and many training opportunities in all facets of the workplace.
Do you have any sage advice for those starting out in their careers?
Networking, Networking and Networking.
Last updated: 9th April 2026