Mini Vinnies 

Mini Vinnies Executive Team

President -  Indie

Vice President - Adelaide

Secretary -Katie 

Treasurer - Florence

Head Publicity Officer - Claire

Committee Members - Ella, Archer, Audrey, Harriet, Fergus and Harry F

OCTOBER - World Mission Month

Focus on Mission- Zambia

This year, Catholic Mission's annual Socktober campaign is shining a spotlight on the challenges and potential of Zambia, specifically focusing on empowering communities—especially women—to overcome food insecurity and secure a brighter future for their children.

The popular nationwide school initiative, which uses the unifying power of soccer and the iconic 'sockball' to engage students in global mission, is raising awareness and vital funds for projects aimed at establishing long-term sustainability in the Diocese of Mpika.

The region of Mpika in Zambia is currently grappling with the severe effects of prolonged drought, crop failures, and an ongoing economic crisis. For many farming families, particularly mothers, this has resulted in an impossible choice: sell the meager maize harvest to cover immediate daily necessities, or keep it to feed their children and go without other basic needs. The cycle of poverty is relentless, and the lack of a stable food supply threatens children's health and ability to attend school.

In response to this critical situation, Catholic Mission, in partnership with the local Church in Mpika, has launched the Maize Mill Project. This initiative is dedicated to creating a sustainable source of food and income by empowering women with the skills and resources to grow, harvest, and mill their own maize.

Catholic Mission's 2025 campaign is an invitation to be a "Missionary of Hope," transforming a simple game of soccer into a powerful gesture of global solidarity with the people of Zambia.

Our Mini Vinnies students are currently planning some fun activities to enjoy during Mission Month, 

Crazy Hair and  Sock Day - Friday 31st October - GOLD COIN Donation

Duct Tape the Staff Member Day!- Friday 31st October- $1 per strip of duct tape!

Well-being Initiative 

Research indicates that only a small number of students across Australia arrive at school ready to learn each day. We believe this is a challenge we can't ignore, and we want to do our part to change it.

On Monday, we launched a new initiative to help our students feel happy, positive, and ready to engage with their learning. We now start each school day with a 10-minute whole-school activity designed to welcome everyone with a smile:

•  Mug Day Mondays - (Warm Milo) Proceeds to St Vincent De Paul Winter Appeal
• Tuesday Grooves (a 10-minute dance party)
• Yoga Flow Wednesdays
• Walk and Talk Thursdays (a stroll and a chat with friends)
• Fitness Friday (a whole-school aerobic session)

A huge thank you to Cian Cattelini for her wonderful leadership in making this happen.