Whole School News
Crazy Hair Day - 21st November
We are excited to announce that Friday 21st November will be a Crazy Hair Day at school! This fun-filled event allows students to come to school wearing their most creative and wacky hairstyles or hats. In support of our Year 6 Graduation Program, we kindly ask that students bring a gold coin donation.
All funds raised will go directly towards ensuring a memorable graduation experience for our Year 6 students. We look forward to seeing all the wild and wonderful hair and hats on the day!
New Bike Racks
The school has recently bought more bike racks and revamped the bike storage areas to make it easier to navigate and store more students' bikes. With the warmer days rolling in, it’s the perfect time to pump up those tyres and have the kids pedal their way to school!
Icy Pole Days - Term 4
Students are able to purchase an icy pole for 50 cents at the start of lunch time in Term 4. These days will then run fortnightly on a Friday.
Term 4 Dates
Friday 28th November
Friday 12th December
If any parents/carers would like to volunteer to help on these days, please sign up via the QR code on the poster or via the link - HERE
Upcoming Closure to Pedestrian Underpass - Hall Street/Melbourne Road Newport
To the Residents,
Viva Energy will soon begin maintenance of a high-pressure pipeline in Kohry Reserve, Newport.
As a result of this work, the pedestrian railway underpass between High St and Melbourne Rd at Kohry Reserve must remain closed for the duration of the works.
The maintenance works are scheduled to commence on Wednesday 5th November 2025.
During the maintenance works, the following changed conditions will apply:
- The pedestrian railway underpass will be closed between High Street and Melbourne Road, Newport.
- Pedestrians will be directed to the nearest railway crossing at the Newport Train Station.
We have provided a plan showing the changed conditions in the area.
To carry out the work safely, the changed conditions will remain in place until Sunday 21st December, 2025.
Works are planned to occur during the following hours:
Work Hours
- Monday to Friday: 7am to 5pm (excluding public holidays)
We aim to undertake these works as safely and expediently as possible, however, on occasion timelines may be affected by factors such as inclement weather or a requirement to complete further follow-up works. Should there be any changes to the timeline, we will keep you informed.
During the course of these works, excavators, trucks and other associated machinery will be used and noise may be noticeable.
Should you have any questions about the proposed works, please contact us as follows;
- Caroline Li Pipelines Project Manager 8823 3049 or email caroline.li@vivaenergy.com.au.
- Anthony Jones Pipelines Operations Manager email SAL-NPT-Pipelines@vivaenergy.com.au
We apologise in advance for any inconvenience or disruption this may cause you.
Working Bee - Saturday 8th November
The School Council invites you to the 2025 NLPS Working Bee on Saturday 8th November from 10am–2pm.
Our goal is to make sure the school looks its best ahead of the School Fete on 14th November. It’s a great way to get outdoors, lend a hand, and connect with other families, while helping to keep our school grounds in tip-top shape. Previous Working Bees have made a real impact on our outdoor spaces — benefitting our children, families, and the whole school community.
It’s a family event, and children are welcome to join in — they’ve been a huge help in previous years.
Although we’ll share more details closer to the day, jobs will include:
- Gardening, pruning, planting, and mulching garden beds
- General tidying and sweeping outdoor areas and paths
- Minor maintenance
- Painting and other small projects to enhance the school
The work is accessible to everyone — whether you’re a weekend gardener, skilled trade, or just keen to pitch in. You don’t need to stay the whole time; even an hour or two of your time makes a real difference.
Whilst it’s not essential, feel free to bring your own tools, including work gloves, power tools, gardening tools, and personal protection – note the school has a range of tools we can use on the day.
How to get involved:
Please register - HEREso we can plan tasks, contact you with further information, and track attendance on the day.
Hope to see you there!
Warm regards,
Ben Houkamau and Dean Marshall
on behalf of the Newport Lakes School Council
Lunch Orders
The last day for lunch orders this year will be Monday 15th December.
Please ensure you get your orders in on time.
They will recommence in 2026 on Monday 2nd February.