History of William Angliss Institute

In 1940, prominent Melbourne businessman, Sir William Angliss, donated funds to establish Australia's first trade college dedicated to providing training for the food industry. The William Angliss Food Trades School initially offered courses for pastry, butchery, breadmaking and baking, cooking and waiting apprentices. Quickly gaining national recognition and prominence, the School continued to build on these foundations, expanding the extent and variety of its programs.

At the request of local industry leaders during the 1960s, programs in hospitality administration, catering, and food and beverage service were also offered. In the mid-1970s tourism programs were introduced, leading to the School officially being renamed William Angliss College and later William Angliss Institute of TAFE.

Sir William's vision for the school was for it to be the recognised specialist centre and that students would go on to become leaders in the industry. This vision has not changed in spirit since 1940.  Today the Institute continues to build on its reputation for excellence and works to contribute to the advancement of the hospitality, tourism and foods industries.

Pictured: William Angliss College - 1940s.

Pictured: William Angliss College in the 1970s.