FOR 100 years, the Muresk Institute has been part of Western Australia’s agricultural story.

Established as Muresk Agricultural College in 1926, it welcomed its first students in September and has since evolved to meet the changing education, training and workforce needs of the state’s agricultural industry.

Over the past century, Muresk has helped shape generations of farmers, agricultural professionals, technicians, researchers and community leaders.

From traditional farming practices and animal husbandry to today’s precision agriculture technologies, its history reflects the transformation of agriculture in Western Australia.

As Muresk celebrates its centenary in 2026, former and current students, staff and community members are invited to share their stories, memories and experiences.

Whether it’s a family connection spanning generations, a lifelong friendship formed on campus, a career that started at Muresk, a favourite student tradition or a moment that changed your life, every story is part of Muresk’s history.

Today, Muresk continues its legacy as a leading agricultural training hub, bringing together industry, training providers and learners through practical, industry-focused training and workforce development opportunities.

Recent state government investment, including the $10.3 million Agriculture Machinery Training Centre opened in 2023, has strengthened Muresk’s role in supporting the future workforce needs of Western Australia’s agricultural sector.

As the institute marks this significant milestone, the focus is not only on celebrating 100 years of agricultural training, but also on recognising the people and communities who have helped shape Muresk’s legacy.

Muresk Institute General Manager John Murphy said Muresk had been an integral part of Western Australia’s agricultural story for a century, supporting the development of skilled people across the sector.

“For many people, Muresk is a training institution where lifelong friendships were formed, careers began and connections to agriculture grew stronger.

“We’re looking forward to hearing those stories and celebrating the people who have made Muresk such a special part of Western Australia’s agricultural community over the past 100 years.”

Community members are encouraged to share their stories and help preserve an important part of Western Australia’s agricultural history via the Muresk Stories and Experiences online form or the Muresk Institute website.