Community News

The Model Train Show

23/24 August 2025, 9.30am - 4.00pm

Kingborough Community Hub

 

The British Railway Modellers Association (BRMA) Southern Tasmania, in conjunction with the Glenorchy Lions Club, is extremely proud to present this year’s annual Model Train Show.

This year’s event will feature 17 individual layouts from all over the state, an operating miniature live steam locomotive, a Lego train exhibit and an interactive operating Thomas & Friends layout.

 


Frozen Sing-Along Cinema Experience

Sunday 31 August, 2.30pm - 6.00pm

Kingborough Community Hub

 

Experience ‘Frozen’ like never before, at the Frozen Sing-Along Cinema Experience. 

Screened by Rewind Cinema at the Kingborough Community Hub, witness the story come to life with interactive character performances. Sing-along to your fave scenes with the princesses of StoryBook Magic, and enjoy an enchanting day for the whole family! 


Tasmania Academy of Leadership and Sport

Introducing the Tasmania Academy of Leadership and Sport, a home-grown initiative led by Tasmania’s top sporting brands, in partnership with TasTAFE (RTO 60142) to nurture our State’s next generation of employees within the local sports industry.

In a first of its kind in Australia, in collaboration with TasTAFE, a coalition of the State’s biggest sports are uniting to establish a dedicated pathway for local and aspiring sports administration, game development, coaching, and leadership talent.

For more details on upcoming Information Sessions, click on the button below.

 

From TALS Student to Devils' Employee


Hobart Futsal

It's that time of year where outdoor football begins to conclude and Futsal takes full flight. 

Register now for Futsal via:

https://www.footballtasmania.com.au/futsal

 

 

 

 

 


STATSI 2026 Teacher Cadet Expressions of Interest Now Open.

The highly regarded STATSI Teacher Cadet program is now accepting Expressions of Interest for the 2026 intake.

Developed through the partnership between Catholic Education Tasmania (CET) and the St Thomas Aquinas Teaching Schools Institute (STATSI), the cadetship program offers a rich, immersive pathway into the teaching profession tailored for those who are passionate about Catholic education and committed to making a difference in students’ lives.

This competitive program supports undergraduate and postgraduate students studying a Bachelor of Education or Master of Teaching. Successful applicants benefit from a structured and supported entry into teaching, blending formal study with practical, in-school experience.

Cadets receive:

  • Paid classroom placements with experienced teacher mentors

  • Weekly tuition and ongoing faith formation

  • A $2,500 annual scholarship

  • A laptop and essential teaching resources

  • Flexibility to study online while gaining hands-on experience

  • The potential for continued employment as a teacher after graduation

STATSI is more than just a cadetship; it’s a launching pad for the next generation of Catholic educators in Tasmania. By integrating academic study with real-world learning, the program helps develop well-rounded, confident, and mission-aligned teachers.

Opportunities are limited and entry is competitive.

Expressions of Interest are open now via the CET website:

https://catholic.tas.edu.au/teaching-schools