Student Leadership

Student Leaders assembly

Last Friday, Berwick College proudly hosted our annual Whole School Leadership Assembly, a significant occasion where we formally recognised and celebrated the student leaders who will guide our community throughout the year. The assembly was entirely student-run and student-driven, reflecting the confidence, organisation and professionalism of our young leaders. From scripting and coordination to public speaking and stage management, students led every aspect of the event with pride and maturity. It was a powerful demonstration of what authentic student voice and agency looks like in action. 

During the ceremony, each leader was presented with their official leadership badge in front of peers and staff, a symbol not just of position, but of responsibility, service and commitment to the College community.

We were also honoured to welcome back three distinguished Berwick College alumni who shared their journeys beyond school:

Steve – Now a respected leader in IT systems within the healthcare sector, Steve spoke about innovation, adaptability and the importance of problem-solving in high-stakes environments. His insights highlighted how leadership skills developed at school translate directly into complex professional settings.

Chris May OAM – Chris has been recognised with the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for his significant service and contribution to the community. His message centred on servant leadership, resilience and giving back. Chris’ story was a powerful reminder that leadership is ultimately about impact and contribution.

Lachie – Owner of 3806 Brewing here in Berwick and recipient of Young Entrepreneur of the Year last year, Lachie shared his journey of building a business from passion to reality. He spoke candidly about risk-taking, persistence and backing yourself lessons we hope resonated strongly with students.

We thank Steve, Chris and Lachie equally for returning to the College to inspire the next generation. Their willingness to give back reinforces the strong culture of connection that exists within the Berwick College community.

To all students in leadership roles — thank you

The way you presented yourselves at the assembly confirmed that the College is clearly in safe hands.

2026 Student Leadership Team

Our full list of student leaders for 2026:

School Captains

Austin Borutta, Riley Mollison, Teale Utber, Michelle Abdelkodous

Special Programs Captains

Indigenous Captain – Nikiah Worrell

Inclusion Captain – Lauren Shambrook

STEAM Captain – Jemma Hanrahan

The Arts Captain – Evi Harker

Applied Learning Captain – Bethany Foster

Sport Captain – Muaaz Khan 

Basketball Academy Captain – Lachlan Pickering 

Dance Academy Captain – Ruby Pollock 

House Captains

Chisholm Captain – Manaal Nur

Kenny Captain – Ava Daniels

Hollows Captain – Nabila Khan

Monash Captain – Tom Daly

O’Donoghue Captain – Kamran Mohibbi

Frost Captain – Jessica Sellers

Flynn Captain – Bree Gouge

Dunlop Captain – Jordi Groenewegen

Year Level Captains

Year 11 Captains – Anisha Ahmedi, Priya Gautam 

Year 10 Captains – Torah Frost, Makayla Healy 

Year 9 Captains – Alysha Oravec, Tasha Premachandra 

Year 8 Captains – Yuvraj Malik, Maseeh Naebkhil 

Year 7 Captains – Will Owen, Akon Deng 

Each of these students has committed to serving the College community and strengthening student voice across a range of domains. We look forward to seeing their impact unfold across the year.

School for Student Leadership (SSL)

We are also proud to announce that year 9 students Tasha Premachandra, Alysha Oravec, Alexander Tymensen and Stephanie Ryan have been offered places in the prestigious School for Student Leadership (SSL) program.

The SSL is a Victorian Department of Education initiative that brings together Year 9 students from across the state for a term-long residential leadership experience. The program focuses on:

• Personal growth and resilience
• Team development and collaboration
• Community leadership and service
• Initiative and project-based impact

Selection this year was highly competitive, with applications reviewed through written submissions, interviews, teacher references and supporting documentation. Being offered a place is a significant achievement, and we congratulate Tasha, Alysha, Alexander and Stephanie on earning this opportunity.

The SSL experience is often transformative. Students return with strengthened independence, broadened perspective and renewed confidence to lead within their school community.

Student Leadership, Voice and Agency continues to evolve at Berwick College. Across Houses, academies and year levels, our leaders are actively shaping school through service, initiative and collaboration.

I am incredibly excited to work alongside our leadership team to deliver a range of new programs, clubs and student-led opportunities across the College and also have a team that can be a voice for students in the college.

On behalf of the student leadership team.

Daniel Bowen

Leader of Student Leadership, Voice & Agency