Latest update

Last updated: Monday 14 September 2026

Dear Families, 

Since our update on Friday, the College has received confirmation that staff will take protected industrial action from 12.05pm on Thursday 17 September.

Students will be dismissed at 12.00pm, with supervision available until 3.25pm for families who require it. 

Bus departure times have been adjusted, and some assessments, events and activities have also been impacted.

Please review the pages of this site for the latest confirmed arrangements and information relevant to your child.

As negotiations continue, we remain committed to reaching an agreement that recognises the contribution of staff and ensures Overnewton can continue to produce great results for students, both now and into the future. 

We share parents’ desire to keep fees as affordable as possible, however, it is important for families to understand that the majority of the College’s costs relate to staff salaries. I know that, together, we share a commitment to finding a way forward that balances the expectations of our people, our students and the broader community.

We are also committed to minimising disruption to students and families as much as possible. Where industrial action may affect College activities, we will communicate confirmed arrangements as early as we can and put appropriate alternatives in place wherever possible.

Emily FitzSimons

Principal