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Break the Cycle 2026

Our Boarding Captain Lachlan Lloyd is proud to launch Break the Cycle 2026, the third annual student-led initiative coordinated by St Patrick's College.

Break the Cycle is a 24-hour spin cycle relay that’s about more than raising funds. It’s a show of unity from our St Patrick’s College community, that we stand together to promote respectful relationships and support those impacted by gender-based violence.

The event began in 2024 under the leadership of Boarding Captain Ollie Hannaford, following the tragic deaths of three Ballarat women at the hands of male violence. Thanks to the incredible generosity of our community, more than $5,000 was raised in the event's first year. In 2025, under Boarding Captain Hamish McNamara, the introduction of an online auction, helped raise more than $7,000.

This year, we hope to build on that success as we support two local organisations doing vital work in our community: Raven Collective and WRISC Family Violence Support Inc. Both organisations provide essential support to women and families as they rebuild their lives after experiencing gender-based violence.

This year's event will begin with an opening ceremony at 1:45pm on Friday, 28 August, before riders take to the bikes at 2pm. The relay will continue around the clock for 24 hours, concluding at 2pm on Saturday, 29 August.

How You Can Get Involved:

• Make a donation to our fundraising page – We would greatly appreciate the support of our community through financial donations. Every contribution, no matter the size, will help us make a meaningful difference.

• Purchase a T-shirt - Purchase one of our Break the Cycle tees featuring a new logo designed by Year 12 student and First Nations Student Leader Daniel Rivas. This year's tees cost $30 (short sleeve) or $35 (long sleeve), with $5 from each top to be donated to the cause. Orders should be placed via TryBooking by this Sunday, 2 August.

SPC Celebration Dinner - Join us!

St Patrick's College will proudly celebrate four remarkable Old Collegians on Saturday, 22 August and we'd love for you to join us!

The Old Collegians' Association will induct Archbishop Shane Mackinlay (SPC 1977-1982), Brigadier Eamon Lenaghan AM (SPC 1985-1990), Flight Lieutenant Paul Pardoel (SPC 1982-1987) and the Honourable John Sheehan (SPC 1925-1932) as "Legends" of the College at a gala dinner in the OCA Pavilion from 6pm.

Help us honour their outstanding contributions and celebrate the enduring impact they have made through lives of service, leadership and excellence. All members of the SPC community are welcome to attend.

What: SPC Celebration Dinner

When: Saturday, 22 August, 6pm-10.30pm

Where: OCA Pavilion, St Patrick's College

Cost: $70 per person ($30 for children under 12) and includes a three-course meal. Drinks at bar prices.

Dress: Semi-formal

RSVP: Sunday, 16 August

2028 Scholarship Program

Registrations are now open for our 2028 Scholarships program. Scholarships are offered to students entering Years 7, 10 and 11 at St Patrick’s College in 2028 in the following categories:

• Academic Excellence
• General Excellence/Leadership
• Performing Arts (Music & Drama)
• Sport

All applicants must sit must a scholarship test conducted by Academic Assessment Services on Saturday, 27 February 2027. A fee of $125 is payable at the time of registration. Registrations close at midnight on Friday, 19 February 2027.

Year 7 2028 Enrolments

Do you have a son starting Year 7 in 2028? Enrolments for Year 7 2028 at St Patrick's College are now open. 

If your son is preparing to take the exciting next step in his education, we encourage families to submit an application via the College website by Friday, 5 February 2027.

We also appreciate families helping to spread the word to relatives, friends and members of the wider community who may be considering a St Patrick's education for their son. An Open Afternoon will be held on Thursday, 

To apply or learn more about the enrolment process, visit our website.

Dishing up excellence at state finals

Congratulations to our talented Food Studies and Hospitality students who proudly represented the College at the state finals of the Australian Culinary Federation's Secondary School Culinary Challenge, held at Mount Waverley College on Friday, 26 June.

Competing against some of Victoria's most skilled secondary school culinary teams, our students showcased exceptional technical skills, creativity and teamwork in what could only be described as MasterChef-worthy competition. Teams of two were challenged to prepare either a main course or dessert before presenting their finished dishes to a panel of professional chef judges.

In the main course, Jonty Lee and Will Steenhuis demonstrated outstanding culinary ability, producing a beautifully executed dish that earned them a silver standard. Their attention to detail, organisation and professionalism were evident throughout the competition.

In the dessert category, Aidan Ellul and Nathan Sandles impressed the judges with their creativity, precision and refined presentation, achieving a gold standard for their exceptional dessert.

To reach the state finals is an outstanding achievement, and both teams represented the college with pride, determination and professionalism. Their success reflects the countless hours of preparation, practice and commitment they have dedicated to developing their culinary skills. Well done to all involved. 

- Brett Earl and Sarah Kochskamper

Product Design & Technology

Year 11 Product Design and Technology students worked hard bringing their furniture projects to life last term. Over the 10 weeks, students developed their practical skills while applying the design process from concept to construction. The impressive final pieces were a testament to their creativity, craftsmanship and attention to detail. Well done, boys!