In 2012 NMIT celebrates 100 years of learning and advancement through vocational and technical education.

From the opening of Collingwood Technical College in 1912 to 21st century Bachelor degrees, NMIT is proud of its history and contribution to the industries and communities of Melbourne’s north.

NMIT launches 100 year treasure hunt

As part of its centenary celebrations NMIT (Northern Melbourne Institute of TAFE) is launching a search for memorabilia related to its long and varied history.

A new Archive Centre at the institute’s Fairfield campus has been established to register, catalogue and preserve items donated or lent to the institution.

June 1943 – A fire ravaged Collingwood Technical School, destroying the Boot and Shoe Building, Plumbing and Sheetmetal Departments. Flames were seen shooting out of 50 ground and top floor windows along two sides of building. Firemen from three stations were called at 4.45am and could see the fire blazing from a mile away.