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Enrolments
Upcoming Enrolment Interviews 2028
We will soon be commencing enrolment interviews for Year 4, Year 6 and Year 7 entry for 2028. Families with siblings currently at the College, as well as those who may know someone interested in joining our community, are encouraged to submit an online application as soon as possible. Places are limited, and early submission will help avoid disappointment.
2027 Scholarship Applications Now Open
We are pleased to announce that scholarship applications for 2027 are now open on the College website. Scholarships are available to both new applicants and current students, offering opportunities for those who demonstrate excellence across a range of areas.
Families are encouraged to review the scholarship categories and application requirements online to ensure all documentation is submitted correctly.
Applications close on 27 February 2026.
Late applications cannot be accepted, so we strongly recommend submitting early.
Open Day & College Tours
We are excited to announce that our Open Day on 18 March is now fully booked. Thank you to all families for your strong interest in attending.
If you were unable to secure a place, we encourage you to contact Brooke Hornbuckle at registrar@trinity.wa.edu.au to be added to our cancellation list. Should any places become available, we will notify families in the order enquiries are received. We look forward to welcoming you to the College soon.
Upcoming College Tours
Group Tours - Wednesday, 6 May
Junior School Open Day - Wednesday, 29 July
Group Tours - Wednesday, 4 November
Brooke Hornbuckle
Registrar
TCPC Tuition Fee Lottery
Tickets on sale!
All current families are invited to participate in the 2026 TCPC Tuition Fee Lottery*! For just $50.00 per ticket, you could win one of three tuition fee credits. Proceeds will be used to enhance buildings, grounds and programs at Trinity College, benefitting all students.
*Terms and Conditions apply.
Class of 2026 Ball - Donations Welcomed
"A Night in New York"
Thursday, 17 April 2026 | Gibney Hall
The Class of 2026 is pleased to announce the Ball theme for this year is "A Night in New York".
The scale and spectacle of the annual Year 12 Ball (and Parent Ball, the following night) is achieved by significant volunteer time, expertise, and commitment, and is heavily supported by generous donations from the TC community. These donations come in the form of both decorative items and props, and financial contributions.
Decorations and props
The Ball Committee would like to put a call out to the entire TC community for their support. To make the event a success, the committee is seeking the following items:
Safari animals (think, the movie 'Madagascar'); any size soft/wood/resin
Monkeys, birds, squirrels
Small-to-medium bird cages; also, decorative
Artificial flowers; grass; hanging greenery; plants
Garden benches
Garden arbour (minimum height: 1.5m)
Paper lanterns - green/sandy colour
Large cardboard boxes
LED lights; any size
Bunnings vouchers
Double sided tape
Cable ties
All donations can be dropped off at Student Services for collection.
Financial contributions
Direct financial donations can be made via the TC Online Store (under 'Fundraising & Donations').
Any and all donations are gratefully received. Thank you in advance for your generosity, and for displaying such #TCSpirit.
Thank you so much,
2026 Ball Committee
Social Media Restriction Legislation
From 10 December 2025, new Australian Government legislation will require social media platforms to prevent users under the age of 16 from creating or maintaining accounts. This significant reform, introduced under the Online Safety Amendment (Social Media Minimum Age) Act 2024, is designed to enhance the safety and wellbeing of young people online.
The Act aims to strengthen online safety and reduce exposure to online risks, including cyberbullying, grooming, and the pressures of social media engagement. The eSafety Commissioner will regulate compliance and has developed a suite of resources for educators, parents, and young people to assist with the transition.
At a minimum, the government has confirmed the following platforms will be included under the new restrictions:
TikTok
Instagram
Facebook
Snapchat
X (formerly Twitter)
Reddit
Other social media platforms may also be subject to these requirements, depending on their features and intended use.
What the New Law Means
Social media platforms must take reasonable steps to block or deactivate accounts held by users under 16 years of age
The legislation applies to age-restricted platforms; those primarily designed for social interaction and user-generated content.
The responsibility for enforcement lies with the platforms, not with users, families, or schools.
The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) and the eSafety Commissioner have issued guidance to support compliance, data handling, and privacy requirements.
Reporting Online Abuse
Students and families are encouraged to report cyberbullying or harmful online behaviour through the appropriate channels:
Report to the school, and
Report directly to the social media platform involved
If the matter is serious and not adequately resolved, it can be escalated to the eSafety Commissioner for further action. Incidents involving the non-consensual sharing (or threats to share) nude or sexual images are classified as image-based abuse. If such material is used for coercion or blackmail, it may constitute sexual extortion (sextortion). Guidance on responding to these incidents can be found in the Toolkit for Schools: Responding to Image-Based Abuse.
Resources for Families
Families are encouraged to explore the following free resources provided by the eSafety Commissioner:
General Flyer: Social Media Age Restrictions – What You Need to Know
Free eSafety webinars in November and December (Register for a Webinar)
Further information and FAQs are available at eSafety Social Media Age Restrictions.
Other useful resources:
ySafe Social Media Delay: Social Media Ban | 2025 FAQs
Practical Steps to Take Before the Change:
Exchange contact details: Encourage children to share phone numbers rather than social media handles.
Save important content: Back up photos, videos, and posts before account changes take effect.
Review account settings: Export data and ensure backups are enabled.
Shift online habits: Begin reducing time spent on social media and use messaging apps instead.
Stay connected: Set up group chats or friend lists through non-social media platforms.
Model healthy digital habits: Talk as a family about the benefits of stepping back from social media and connecting face-to-face or through other means.
At Trinity College, we strongly support these changes as a positive step toward protecting young people online. We encourage families to discuss healthy digital habits and balanced online engagement. While this transition may present some challenges, we believe it will ultimately empower our students to manage their online presence responsibly and foster meaningful, real-world connections beyond social media.