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Nominations for Roffey Family Volunteerism Award

There is still time to put forward an application for the Roffey Family Volunteerism Award. Applications are set to close at 11.59pm Sunday 30th November.

The Roffey Family Volunteerism Award recognises and honours a student's significant contribution to the local community through their activity and participation as a volunteer. 

Volunteering is defined as an activity which takes place through a recognised community organisation  and is undertaken: 

• outside of school hours and must include duties not associated with school 
• over a reasonable period of service/number of hours, within the current school year
• to be of demonstrated benefit to the local community 
• for no reward or financial gain 
• freely and of the student’s own volition 
• to be an inspiration for others

A student who receives any reward or financial benefit for their volunteer work is ineligible for this  award.  

Note: Reward or benefit does not include trophies, medals, certificates or other forms of acknowledgment of achievement the student may have received from a community organisation.

Award  

The award is:  

• To  recognise  and  acknowledge  the  volunteer  contribution  a  student  individual  has contributed to their community. 
• To celebrate and support the work of the student volunteer 
• To inspire students to start volunteering or volunteer more 

Eligibility 

Nominees must include volunteering which fits within the definition of volunteering as outlined above.  

Conditions  

• All nominations must be on the official nomination form, with a separate form for each nomination 
• Nominations must be received directly from the community organisation or its representative
• Nominations will not be accepted from College staff or relatives of the student. 
• All nomination material submitted remains the property of Cheltenham Secondary College
• Nomination forms must be completed in full 

• The  nominating  person  must  sign  the  completed  form  prior  to  lodging and must be contactable to confirm their nomination

   

Parent Information Night – Supporting Students Transitioning to Secondary School

Kingston Youth Services would like to extend our support to parents and carers of students transitioning into Year 7. We would love if you could please share this on your newsletters!

Please find attached flyer for our upcoming Parent Information Night (FREE), details are included below:

Parent Information Night: Supporting the Transition to Secondary School

Date: Tuesday 2 December 2025

Location: online via Zoom

Time: 7.00-8.00pm

In partnership with Dr. Amanda Mullin, join Kingston Youth Services for an engaging online presentation focused on helping Grade 6 students transition into Year 7.

Dr. Amanda Mullin is a Clinical Psychologist and keynote speaker who combines science, humour, and practical strategies to promote mental wellbeing, neurodiversity, and resilience in everyday life.

This session is designed for parents and caregivers and will offer practical tips and guidance for navigating the changes and challenges of starting secondary school.

Bookings are essential – link here: https://www.kingstonyouth.org.au/events/upcoming-events/parent-information-night-transitioning-into-year-7

Derrimut Weelam Gathering Place – School Holiday Beach Day

DWGP’s School Holiday Beach Day will kick off with a water safety program!

Attendees can then make the most of the sunshine with paddle boarding, water activities, and plenty of time to build sandcastles, weave on the beach, or simply relax to the sound of the ocean.

When: Thursday 22nd January, 2026, 10.00am – 2.00pm,

Location: Derrimut Weelam Gathering Place, 199 Bay Trail, Mordialloc

Who: First Nations Bubups and Youth (ages 0-17)

Cost: Free!

Registrations: Kalie via phone: 0499 086 798 or email: kalie.kent@kingston.vic.gov.au

Contact: Kalie via phone: 0499 086 798 or email: kalie.kent@kingston.vic.gov.au

Here//There by Michelle Merrifield – Kingston Arts

This is an exhibition of figurative ceramic sculptures that invites viewers to reflect on the fluidity of existence, exploring the physical and emotional distances we carry and the unseen forces that shape our realities. Through a lyrical exploration of migration, memory, and longing, the work draws from personal experience, navigating the space between two worlds.

Including Kingston Arts’ very first Learning Resource – we’ve worked with ceramic artist Michelle Merrifield to create this learning resource to go with her exhibition!

Exhibition dates: Friday 28 November to Saturday 31 January 2026

Exhibition Celebration: Saturday 29 November, 1pm

Venue: G3 Artspace, Parkdale – 64 Parkers Rd

Cost: Free!

For more information, check out the Kingston Arts website here: Here//There by Michelle Merrifield

To book an appointment for a vaccination, visit the Kingston Council website.