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FlickerUp 2027
FlickerUp 2027 competition is an Australian Youth & Schools Competition which screens at Flickerfest – open to films from students enrolled in secondary schools in Australia, and individuals 18 years and under. We don’t have any theme – we want to you to have the freedom to choose. We love seeing all types of films: any genre and style including live action, documentary, silent, music clips, experimental, stop motion, animation.
Eligibility details
- Australian National Youth Competition – open to films from students enrolled in secondary schools in Australia, & individuals 18 and under in Australia.
- Films to be under 25mins, completed in the last 2 years. FlickerUp Schools/Youth entries close: Midnight Fri 23 November 2026 (PST); – 7pm Sat 24 November (AEDT)
Learn more here: Flickerfest FlickerUp Resource
Catholic School Parents Victoria
The latest edition of the Catholic School Parents Victoria newsletter is here. Click on the image or below button to read it now.
CEB Weekly Newsletter
The latest Catholic Education Ballarat newsletter is now available. Read it below.
Australian Airforce Cadets Information Night
The Australian Air Force Cadets, 425 (City of Ballarat) Squadron, invites young people aged 13-15 and their parents to attend an Information Night on Friday, 20 November at 6pm.
During this information day we will provide information about our youth organisation, introduce you to some of our current cadets and have our young people engage in team-building activities.
The AAFC is an inclusive youth development organisation focused on developing youth to fulfil their potential by providing training and experiences that in all cases enables our cadets to be better off because of their experiences with the AAFC. In doing so we provide a youth-safe environment that is contemporary and put’s the young person’s needs and wellbeing at the forefront of all decision making. Our focus is to proactively support, guide, and encourage youth in achieving skill sets of value to them and the community.
Event Details:
When: Friday, 20 November | 6pm-8pm
Where: Ranger Barracks, 1806 - 1812 Sturt St, Ballarat Victoria 3350
Cost: Free
Further Information: https://www.airforcecadets.gov.au/how-to-join
SPC Care - Seeking Donations
We are calling on our SPC community and local businesses to support our SPC Care program by donating items for student hygiene packs. These packs assist students who may not have access to essential personal care items at home.
We are currently seeking brand-new items such as anti-perspirant spray deodorant, toothbrush, toothpaste, tissues, wipes and combs.
If you are able to help, please get in touch with the College’s SPC Care Co-ordinator Lorrie Liston on 5322 4442 or via email at lliston@stpats.vic.edu.au.