Achievements

Write A Book In A Day Competition

Exciting news! We received the results for this year’s Write a Book in a Day competition and our students have done outstandingly:

NATIONAL WINNERS of the Middle Years (Year 7 to 9) Division: W-ALL STARS

Inuki A, Amelia G, Shriya K, Amy L, Amelia M, Mala M, Shivika V & Chelsea X (Year 9)

WINNERS in Victoria, South Australia and Tasmania in the Upper Years (Years 10 to 12) Division: Ernest C Mint

Jade H, Jessie Y, Prisha R, Priti J, Rhiannon P, Keira L, Mimi R, Sanya O, Selina H & Charlotte C (Year 11)

HIGHLY COMMENDED (i.e. Second Place) in Victoria, South Australia and Tasmania in the Upper Years (Years 10 to 12) Division: The Kurious Kittens

Liana C, Emily Y, Morris C, Shiven D A, Emi T-Y, Jasmine Z, Vishal S, Pranshu S, Masato E & Antara A (Year 11)

This year over 14,000 writers competed, submitting almost 2,000 books, so these results – having not only winners in our region of Australia, but taking out the entire middle years national competition – are absolutely amazing.  

Chess Victoria State Final

Congratulations to our exceptional chess team—Jayden Z, Trent K, Benny C, Jackie L, and Rey D (Best Player in State)—for their victory at the Chess Victoria State Finals! Competing against top Victorian schools, they displayed outstanding resilience and skill to secure the state championship title. Now, they set their sights on the Australian National Championships in Perth this December.

BUFTA Shortlist

Congratulations to Talia N and Georgia L (Year 12) who have been shortlisted for the Bond University Film and Television Awards.  The Bond University Film & Television Awards (BUFTA) is a prestigious competition for Australian high school students passionate about filmmaking. BUFTA provides an opportunity for young filmmakers to showcase their talent by submitting original short films across various categories, such as drama, documentary, and animation. Winners receive awards and scholarships to study Film and Television at Bond University, supporting the next generation of filmmakers in pursuing their creative ambitions.

To support our students, we encourage you to vote for the People's Choice Award. Vote by clicking the button below.

BikeEd Shirt Winner

Congratulations to Lara L (Year 8) for winning the Triathlon T-Shirt Design Competition! Next year, all Year 9 students will proudly wear her design during their Term 1 triathlon unit. Keep an eye out for them on the local roads!

Science Talent Search Competition

Congratulations to our Year 6 competitors in the Science Talent Search Competition. This year Mabel and Sonia won minor bursary awards for their elevator and heart models. Peter was awarded a major bursary for his model of a brain. Well done everyone!

Maths Competitions

Huntingtower is home to some exceptional mathematicians! Congratulations to the following students for their outstanding achievements in major maths competitions.

High Distinctions: Australian Maths Competition

Haoshi B, Jaden C, Ryan G, Gabriel Y (Year 7), Emmett A, Jaden Z (Year 8), Oscar D, Pranav M, Lin W & Ethan Z (Year 10)

Best in School: Australian Maths Competition

This prize is awarded to the top 0.3% of students who participate in the Australian Maths Competition. Congratulations to Jayden Z (Year 8).

Distinction: Australian Maths Olympiad

Ryan G (Year 7), Jayden Z (Year 8), Sachin G, Hirun S (Year 9), Oscar D, Pranav M & Lin W (Year 10)

Australasian Problem Solving Mathematical Olympiad

Throughout the year, all Year 3-6 students took on the challenge of the international Australasian Problem Solving Mathematical Olympiad, competing against over 30,000 students. We are thrilled to announce that many of our students scored in the top 10% and 25%, with special recognition for Lachlan C and Warren M (Year 6), Huntingtower's highest achievers!