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U16 Girls Crowned NSW CHS Central Schools Touch Champions!
Boorowa U16 Girls Strike Gold at NSW CHS Central Schools Touch Championships
The U16 Girls Touch team from Boorowa Central School have emerged as the 2025 NSW Combined High Schools (CHS) Central Schools U16 Girls Touch Champions after a remarkable campaign in Dubbo.The squad of eight travelled on Monday, 1 September, ready to take on the state’s best when competition began on Tuesday, 2 September.
Their opening game was a tense clash with Coolah Central. Boorowa were first to cross the line, but the ball was placed just over the dead ball line and the try was disallowed. Coolah later managed to score, handing Boorowa a narrow 1–0 defeat.
From there, the girls bounced back with a convincing 4–0 win over Guyra Central. Lara (2) and Kirsten (2) found the line, with strong leadership also from Ivy.
Momentum built quickly with a dominant 6–0 victory over Bingara Central. Belinda (3) was unstoppable in attack, while Kirsten (2) and Ivy (1) added to the tally.
Next came a tough test against the highly rated Lake Cargelligo. Once again, Boorowa’s attack clicked into gear, with Lara (3) and Ivy (1) crossing for tries to seal a 4–2 victory.
The team finished in style with a commanding 9–0 win over Braidwood. Tries were shared across the team, with Kirsten (3), Lara (2), Belinda (2) and Ivy (2) all getting on the scoreboard.
What was also incredible was that Boorowa only had three tries scored against them in the entire five-game campaign – an extraordinary defensive effort that proved just as important as their attacking brilliance.Every member of the side contributed to the team’s success. Belinda was praised as a motivational leader, while Lilly, Tilly, Annie, and Lisa gave consistent and valuable support in both attack and defence. Emily, who had trained with the team until the final week but was sidelined by injury, still travelled and ably supported her teammates throughout the day.
To cap off the day, Kirsten was named the Most Valuable Player of the tournament, an outstanding individual honour. At the official ceremony, the team received their gold medals from CHS Executive Jackie Charleton. The perpetual trophy will now hang proudly at Boorowa Central School as a lasting reminder of the girls’ success.
The Boorowa Central U16 Girls Touch team – Kirsten, Lara, Ivy, Belinda, Lilly, Tilly, Annie, and Lisa – now hold the proud title of 2025 NSW CHS Central Schools Champions.
Team captain Lara reflected on the win:
“We only had eight players, so we knew we’d need to work for each other all day. Everyone stepped up, and to finish with the gold medal feels amazing.”
Coach Mrs Corcoran praised the girls’ effort:
“This was an energised, fun and enthusiastic group who played with real heart. To go through such a tough draw and finish as state champions is a huge achievement for our school and for these girls.”
The victory was made possible with strong community support. The Open Girls squad cheered the U16s from the sidelines, and a number of Boorowa students volunteered as referees to ensure the day ran smoothly. Special thanks go to Isabella, Emma, Imogen, Tristen, and Logan for their outstanding refereeing efforts.
The team also expressed their gratitude to coaches Mrs Corcoran and Ms Bromfield, whose belief and encouragement inspired the girls to bring home the gold.
The U16 Girls can now proudly call themselves the 2025 NSW CHS Central Schools Champions!
Open Girls Touch Campaign
The Boorowa Central School Open Girls Touch team delivered a remarkable performance at the 2025 NSW CHS Central Schools finals in Dubbo, beginning their campaign on Wednesday, 3 September.
The squad faced immediate challenges, with one player unable to make the trip due to illness and leaders Isabella and Emma only available for part of the day. Despite this, the team, led by the leadership group of Isabella, Mylee, and Emma, and supported by motivational leader Belle, displayed resilience and energy across the tournament.
In their first match against Coolamon Central, Boorowa dominated to claim a 5–1 victory, with tries scored by Emma (2), Ivy (1), Tamsyn (1), and Bella (1). Isabella’s leadership was pivotal in the win, though she had to depart afterwards for a Canberra Raiders Development Squad training session.
The second game against Trundle Central ended in a hard-fought 3–3 draw. Tamsyn (2) and Belinda (1) crossed for Boorowa, while several of the U16 girls who had played the day before stepped up admirably to help the team hold their own despite missing key players.
Boorowa then faced their long-time rivals Dunnedoo Central and were soundly defeated 7–1, with Ivy scoring Boorowa’s only try.
After lunch, the team rallied in a 2–1 win against Bingara, with tries scored by Tamsyn and Ivy. With Isabella and Emma gone, Mylee stepped up as team leader, and senior player Tamsyn provided crucial guidance on the field.
The final match against Uralla Central was an exhilarating showdown, with teams trading tries throughout the game. Despite their best efforts, Boorowa were narrowly defeated 6–4. Tries for Boorowa came from Belle (2), Tamsyn (1), and Belinda (1), with Tamsyn assisting two of the scores.
Throughout the tournament, the girls showcased remarkable determination, energy, and teamwork. Their squad – Isabella, Mylee, Emma, Lara, Meghann, Ellie, Kirsten, Belle, Belinda, Ivy, Tamsyn, and Annie – overcame injuries and absences to secure 3rd place in this prestigious Central Schools finals campaign.
Coaches Mrs Corcoran and Ms Bromfield praised the girls’ performance, highlighting their never-give-up attitude, resilience, and ability to rise to challenges even when key players were unavailable.
Once again, the school would like to express gratitude to Imogen and Logan, past students who assisted with refereeing duties for both Open Boys and Open Girls finals series. Special thanks also go to the small group of parents who travelled to Dubbo to support the teams, cheering them on and helping the girls feel confident and motivated throughout the day.
For Year 12 members Isabella, Emma, Meghann, Ellie, and Tamsyn, this was their final representation for Boorowa Central School. While gold eluded them, the team leaves Boorowa Central with immense pride, invaluable experience, and an inspiring legacy for future touch players at Boorowa Central.
Mathematics
With the 155-year celebrations of Boorowa Central School concluding over the weekend, staff and students have been reflecting on the many ways in which learning and growth take place within the school. In Mathematics, students have continued to extend their understanding through both theoretical and hands-on activities.
Stage 4
This term, Year 7 and 8 students have been exploring Ratios and Rates and Analysing Patterns. In these topics, students have investigated ratios and rates in real-world applications such as scale drawings, maps, and floor plans. They designed and replicated floor plans for homes in both small and full scales. To develop a deeper understanding of ratios, students practised simplifying ratio expressions using manipulatives (M&Ms). In Analysing Patterns, students explored linear relationships and examined how geometric patterns are evident in everyday life.
Stage 5
Year 9 and 10 students have studied the topics of Surveying and Bivariate Relationships. In these units, they applied geometrical relationships to navigate the world around them, including the use of compass and true bearings, as well as trigonometric ratios. More recently, students have examined Bivariate Relationships through statistical investigations. To consolidate their understanding, they collected their own data by tossing paper balls into a bin and recording successful versus unsuccessful attempts. Students observed that the further one stood from the bin, the less likely it was to score a successful shot. It will be interesting to see what predictions students make as they continue to explore this topic.
Mrs White – Secondary Mathematics Teacher
Stage 5 PDHPE – Dance
This term, Stage 5 PDHPE students have been exploring the exciting world of dance through both theory and performance. Students studied the Cha Cha and the Jive, learning key techniques and rhythms that shaped their understanding of these energetic styles.
For their assessment task, students worked in groups of 4–6 to choreograph and perform their own original dances. They focused on the elements of dance—space, time, dynamics, and relationships—adapting and refining their movements to create unique routines that showcased their creativity and teamwork.
Every group rose to the challenge, producing performances that were engaging, polished, and full of energy. The final dances were a fantastic celebration of effort, collaboration, and expression, and all students should be congratulated on their achievements.
Jess Bromfield
PDHPE Teacher
HSC Science Extension Students Complete Scientific Research Reports
As part of their HSC Science Extension studies, three Year 12 students — Isabella, Xavier and Meghann — have successfully completed university-level Scientific Research Reports on topics of their own choosing. These investigations were conducted to the rigorous standards outlined in the Stage 6 Science Extension syllabus, with students independently designing, conducting, and reporting their research over the course of the year. Each project reflects the students’ advanced understanding of scientific methodology, ethical considerations, and critical analysis. Their completed theses will be published in The Journal of Science Extension Research, a prestigious platform showcasing exemplary student science.
The research process required each student to formulate an original, inquiry-based scientific question, conduct an extensive literature review, design a robust methodology, collect or source relevant data, and analyse their results using appropriate statistical and data modelling techniques. All students were required to work independently, supported by their supervising teacher, and maintain detailed logs of their progress and mentoring interactions. The result is three high-quality, peer-reviewed investigations that reflect the calibre of scientific thinking typically seen at university level.
Here is short summary of what each student investigated and concluded. If you would like to read the full paper. Click on the link below each summary
Isabella investigated the reliability and accuracy of the SCAT 5 tool for diagnosing concussion across diverse populations. Motivated by growing concerns around sports-related head injuries, Isabella designed a carefully controlled investigation using the Sports Concussion Assessment Tool (SCAT 5) with a sample of 24 participants. Her research highlighted key limitations in the test’s design — particularly its reliance on self-reported symptoms and lack of standardisation across gender and age — concluding that SCAT 5 results can be inconsistent and potentially misleading in the absence of baseline data. Her findings suggest the tool requires significant revision before being relied upon for high-stakes decisions in sporting contexts.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1x3CRNAKgZ1jaqiA4W6OERjw1F-0Jzvy-/view?usp=sharing
Xavier explored the seismic suitability of the seven proposed nuclear power plant locations identified by the Liberal Party of Australia. His investigation involved detailed analysis of publicly available seismic hazard data, fault line proximity, and historical earthquake activity across the proposed sites. Xavier concluded that while some sites may meet baseline safety thresholds, others are located in regions of moderate seismic risk and would require further geotechnical investigation and structural adaptation. His work demonstrates the importance of transparent, evidence-based planning in national energy infrastructure decisions.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XsOBp4q661R9oFNVrv1QE6W1quUG4kt5/view?usp=sharing
Meghann pursued her passion for ecology and birdwatching with a study titled The Effect of Shrub and Tree Genera Composition around an Agricultural Dam on the Bird Abundance and Species Richness. Drawing on extensive fieldwork and ecological surveying techniques, Meghann observed bird populations around a local dam and correlated these with the types of vegetation present. Her analysis found that more diverse and structurally complex plantings were associated with higher bird species richness, supporting the idea that polycultural vegetation improves the ecological value of agricultural landscapes. Her findings offer practical recommendations for farmers and land managers looking to support biodiversity.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mvTUQnXrzbfIwYrdtOg5azFCXmF3lYIL/view?usp=sharing
We congratulate these three outstanding students on their achievements and look forward to seeing their work in publication. Congratulations on the hard work you put into this work.
Mr Corcoran
Year 7 LOTE - German
This term in LOTE, Year 7 learned about German food and learn the vocabulary to order and serve in a cafe. Their assessment task was to run a real-life cafe experience in which some students acted as waiters and other as customers. They prepared German-language menus and signage, served in a variety of delicious foods and drinks, and had a wonderful time using their language skills in an authentic and immersive experience. Wunderbar!
Ms Cox
German Teacher
