Community News

Emmanuel College

At this year’s Marianist Day, our amazing Year 12 VCE-VM students took charge and ran their own mini businesses — all to support local charities. In the lead-up, they researched, planned, and budgeted; on the day, the stalls were buzzing with freshly made pizza, milkshakes, popcorn, fairy floss, and a sizzling BBQ. Their energy and teamwork were incredible, and they raised an impressive $3000! Congratulations to our students for their creativity, generosity, and community spirit — what a fantastic achievement.

 

SACCSS eSports Champions: Emmanuel College has once again proven its dominance in the digital arena, taking out three SACCSS eSports titles. Congratulations to our Intermediate A Team, B Team and Senior A Team, all Champions. The Senior Boys AFL team has finished top of the table after an impressive home-and-away season. They will now face Thomas Carr in the grand final at Avalon Airport Oval on Wednesday, 25th June. Best of luck to the team as they look to bring home the title—we're all behind you. Well done to all students who participated and who represent Emmanuel College with enthusiasm.

 

Information Morning

Come along and learn more about the innovative learning programs and see the fantastic facilities that we have here at Emmanuel, on a tour led by student ambassadors. Registration and more details are available via the College website: Information Morning Saturday 2 August - Register here

 

Notre Dame Campus

Saturday 2 August - 9:00am – 11:00am

 

St Paul’s Campus

Saturday 2 August - 10:30am – 12 noon

 

Applications for Year 7, 2027 - close Friday 15 August 2025

If you have a child in Year 5 and you would like to apply for Year 7 2027 at the Notre Dame or St Paul’s Campus, applications close on Friday 15 August 2025. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date. Click here to apply online

 

If you have any questions regarding the online application process, please contact Ms Donna Grech, College Registrar - 8325 5100, enrolments@ecmelb.catholic.edu.au

 

We look forward to welcoming you to one of our upcoming events. 

 

Yours sincerely,

Jenny Hendricks

Community Engagement Officer

Holy Trinity Parish Bulletin

MSJ Girls' College

Open Mornings – 9:15am – 10:30am

Thursday 24 July

Thursday 07 August

Thursday 4 September

 

APPLY NOW:Students wishing to attend Mount St. Joseph Girls’ College for Year 7 in 2027 should apply in Grade 5 of their primary school education.

 

Applications for Year 7 in 2027 are now open. Apply online via the College website. The closing date for applications is Friday 15 August 2025.

 

For application to Years 8-12, there is no application closing date, but vacancies are limited and waiting lists may apply.

 

For all enquiries, please contact:

Sherri Collins: registrar@msj.vic.edu.au

133 Maidstone Street, Altona

(03)8398 2000

www.msj.vic.edu.au

Quantin Binnah - Before/After School Care

Team Leader - Megha, Diploma in Early Childhood Education and pursuing a Bachelor's degree. 

 

Please click the ONLINE ENROLMENT: https://www.qbcc.org.au/school-age-care

 

Please see https://www.qbcc.org.au/parent-handbook and https://www.qbcc.org.au/policies for further information.

 

The St. Martin PS Service contact number is 0407 925 753 contactable during program hours only. The service hours and locations are found on our website  https://www.qbcc.org.au/school-age-care

 

Please do not hesitate to approach the team leader and our team members should you have any questions.

 

QB Closure Dates for 2025 and Reopen Dates for 2026:

  • Final Day of before and after school care Service will be on Tuesday 16th December

  • Curriculum Days will be offered subject to bookings numbers for the 17th and 18th December – more information on curriculum days to be provided in Term 4

  • Vacation Care will be open on Monday 5th January 2026 for QB and Newport

  • Vacation Care will be open on Monday 12th January 2026 for Corpus Christi and St Leo

Scout School Holiday Program 

Bladin Street Fish & Chips & Burgers

only valid until the end of 2025

Altona Beach Film Festival 2025

Lanard Copeland Autumn Holiday Basketball Camp!

Winter just got hotter! Registrations are now open for the Lanard Copeland Winter Holiday Basketball Camp at the Altona Sports Centre and trust us, you do not want to miss this!

 

Join NBL legend Lanard Copeland, train with the best, develop your skills and have a blast on the court!

 

Previous basketball experience is not essential as children are grouped according to their age and ability. This camp will focus on the fundamental skills of basketball—shooting, defense, and ball-handling—taught by our experienced coaches in a fun and supportive environment!

 

The Camp is a 2 day event running on:

Monday 7th July 2025: 9:00am – 3:00pm

Tuesday 8th July 2025: 9:00am – 3:00pm

Please note your ticket is valid for BOTH days.

 

Price: $170.00 per participant

Ages: 5 – 16 years

Please bring: Lunch, water, a basketball and some snacks! 

 

There will be prizes and giveaways over the course of the camp and the Canteen will also be open so bring some money with you for a treat!

 

Spots are limited – register now to secure your place!

 

Book now and keep the kids warm and active on the school holidays! Registrations close Friday 4th July 2025.

***Disclaimer: Tickets are for both days only, no single day tickets available. All coaches and staff aged 18+ hold current WWCC.***

T-Ball/Softball

Sunshine T-Ball Competition - Wednesday nights under lights starting 30 July - 10 September, 5.00pm - 6.00pm. 

Where: Sunshine Softball Association, More Park, Esmond St Ardeer. Play together as school team or be placed in a team. 

Cost $55.00 for the entire 6-week program. Register interest via the link to secure spot, registrations open officially for payment on Monday 7 July: revolutionise.com.au/sunshinesa/events/298545

 

Winter Junior T-Ball/Softball Carnival - Saturday 19 July 9.00am - 4.00pm

Where: Hume City Softball Association, 18 Ryholite Drive, Craigieburn. (Last Saturday of the July School holidays) 

Cost is FREE for a School team. Further information can be found here softballvic.org.au/events/299421 Register your school team now for free and we will provide a Softball Australia Accredited coach, to coach them for the day. Parents to bring their child to participate in the registered team.

 

Softball Victoria Softball Junior Development Program - Saturday 26 July - Saturday 30 August, 10am - 12pm. 

Where: Sunshine, Keilor Park or Mill Park. 

6-week development program to further enhance skills, develop game strategies, as well as fun and fitness. Register here softballvic.org.au/events/285656

 

Any questions or further information required, please contact Tim Hatzi – Senior Participation Coordinator, Softball Victoria tim.hatzi@softball.org.au or 0479 104 403

O2 Dance Studios - Community Street Dance

Rocket Academy - Holiday Camp