Deputy Principal

Sony Foundation Camp: Medical Volunteers Needed

Mount Alvernia College and Marist College Ashgrove will co-host the Sony Foundation Camp from Saturday 20 - Monday 22 September 2025. This three-day residential camp for children who are differently-abled, is provided at no cost to families. 

For Sony Camp to run smoothly, we rely heavily on our medical volunteers to assist our students in their role as Companions. We are seeking Doctors or Nurses willing to volunteer some time (even just a few hours) during the camp. 

If you are available, or know someone who might be, please reach out to 

sony@marash.qld.edu.au or contact the Sony Camp Head Nurse, Ellie Hotston

hotstone@marash.qld.edu.au for further information. 

If you would like to make a donation to the camp you can do so via the following donation link: Marist College Ashgrove & Mt Alvernia College Sony Foundation Camp Fundraiser 2025. All donations – great and small – will assist us to cover the costs of this year’s camp. 

Ponytail Project 

Congratulations to Team Mount Alvernia and to everyone who supported them in this year’s Ponytail Project. This year Mt A has raised over $28,000 for the Cancer Council. This is a wonderful achievement.

Sleepout Experiences

On Thursday 31 July and Thursday 7 August the College hosted two events for students to raise awareness about homelessness and disadvantage: the Mini-Sleepout and our annual Sleepout. The Mini-Sleepout was facilitated by Vinnies and the Sleepout was facilitated by Rosies. Such events really do require a village: from the Maintenance Team, staff of La Cucina, support staff and teachers. I would like to extend my thanks everyone involved. We cannot offer such experiences without the generosity of staff. It is appreciated. 

Mini-Sleepout Photos

Vinnies Sleepout Photos

Luminous Lantern Parade

On Friday evening 7 August, a group of staff and students represented the College at the annual Luminous Lantern Parade. Our College representatives walked alongside staff and students from the Islamic College of Brisbane to celebrate the diversity of our community.