Community Notices
Second-Hand Uniform Shop: Now seeking volunteers for Term 3
In Term 3, the shop will be trialling a new afternoon opening time of 2:30 to 3:30pm on Thursdays in addition to the existing hours of 8:15 to 9:00am on Tuesdays and Fridays.
We will be deciding whether to formally implement Thursday afternoons into our regular opening hours based on customer demand and volunteer availability.
To sign up, please follow the instructions on the page linked below. Any queries may be directed to Alicia Stroud (aliciaas89@yahoo.com.au). Thank you for volunteering!
eSafety: How much screen time is too much?
Help your child achieve a healthy balance in their online and offline activities.
There is no magic figure. The right amount of screen time can depend on a range of factors like your child’s age and maturity, the kind of content they are consuming, their learning needs and your family routine. It can be easy to focus only on the clock, but the quality and nature of what they are doing online, and your involvement, are just as important.
Read more at the eSafety website >
Myki Design Competition
Are you aged between 5 and 17, and a whiz with a pen, pencil or paintbrush?
From 1 January 2026, young people aged 17 and under will be able to explore Victoria for free on public transport. That means kids and teens can hop on a train, tram or bus anywhere across Victoria at no cost.
To celebrate this, there’s a brand-new Youth myki coming, and a new canvas to get your art in the hands of young Victorians. Submit your original artwork and you could see your creation featured on the official Youth myki card. Plus, the winner will also receive a $1,000 Visa gift card.
Entries open 6 June and close 15 June 2025. For more information, visit the following link: Youth myki Card – design competition | Engage Victoria
ISV Student Poetry Competition: Entries open!
Calling all young poets – Independent Schools Victoria’s Student Poetry Competition is back for 2025 and young people from across Victoria are invited to express themselves in our annual celebration of poetic creativity.
Students can enter a written poem or make a video of themselves speaking or performing their words, bringing energy and conviction to their work.
Poets can choose their own topic or explore our optional theme of Gratitude. Gratitude can be seen as a simple yet powerful emotion that signifies feeling thankful and appreciative for the positive and beneficial things in one’s life. It is about acknowledging and appreciating the kindness, help or positive experiences you have received from others or from life itself. The amazing thing about gratitude is that it can lift your mood, intensify relationships and boost your total wellbeing.
Find out more about this year’s theme >
Creative Camp at The Portsea Camp will berunning during the winter school holidays for students aged between 8 and 17. This five-day camp welcomes creative juniors and teens working in any artistic medium – from painting, photography, sculpture and writing, to pottery, design, music, textiles and more.
Camp highlights:
There’s also a Creative Competition open now – entries in any medium are eligible to win a free place at camp. |
For more information, visit the below link:
Meet Melbourne in Bendigo: 19 June
The University of Melbourne is heading to Bendigo on Thursday 19 June to connect with students, parents and the local community. If you’re thinking about studying after high school, this free event is a great opportunity to explore your options!
Come along to hear about:
- Our unique Melbourne curriculum
- Course options, prerequisite subjects and admissions pathways
- Accommodation, scholarships (including College scholarships) and support for regional students
- Life on campus and tips from a current UniMelb student.
This session is tailored especially for regional and rural students and will include a Q&A and the chance to speak directly with university staff and a student ambassador. Light refreshments will be provided.
When: Thursday 19 June, 6–8pm (check-in from 5:45pm)
Where: The Capital
Address: 50 View St, Bendigo
Register here: go.unimelb.edu.au/6nrp
Whether you’re ready to apply or just starting to explore, we’d love to see you there!
Junior Sprockets
Junior Sprockets is coming to Bendigo in the July School Holidays! No licence, no gear, no problem – we supply everything your Sprocketeer needs to hit the track and have a blast in a safe, fun environment.
Perfect for kids aged 6 to 12 who’ve never tried karting before. Register now at https://www.karting.net.au/junior-sprockets/
Easily access your school financials through Astra
Stay on top of your school-related finances with just a few clicks! Through Astra, you can quickly and securely view your:
- Account Balance
- Account Statements
- Receipts
- Transaction History
In the Astra portal, just look for the blue 'Financials' lock icon (as shown below) to view your finance history.
A link can also be found in 'Quick FAQs' on the parent portal and under the 'Parent FAQs' section on Astra. For further instructions, please see the attached document.