College Life

2026 Interhouse Swimming Carnival – Age Group Champions

The College congratulates the following students on their achievements at this year’s Interhouse Swimming Carnival.

They will be presented with their medals during the next Senior School assembly in Term 2. Once again, congratulations to our champions in the pool!

Australian Rowing Championships

All Saints’ College is proud to congratulate Nishaan Sunner (Year 11) on his selection for the Western Australia Penrith Cup crew, marking a remarkable milestone in his rowing journey. Stepping into an entirely new level of competition, Nishaan rose to the challenge at every stage, demonstrating maturity, grit and a rapid progression that impressed coaches and teammates alike. His selection has generated great excitement within the rowing community, who look forward to seeing where this achievement propels him next.

Joining him at the Australian Rowing Championships will be fellow All Saints’ and Swan River Rowing Club rower Alicia Garvey (Year 11). Both athletes secured their places at Nationals, not through opportunity but through the hard, quiet and consistent work they have put in throughout the summer. Their commitment and discipline stand as a testament to what can be achieved through sustained effort.

As they prepare to take to the national stage, the College community hopes Nishaan and Alicia will trust in their training, steady their nerves and allow each race to unfold with confidence. Their work ethic and determination have already set them apart, and they now have the chance to savour the experience they have earned.

All Saints’ College extends its warmest congratulations to both athletes and their families, and wishes them every success as they compete among Australia’s best.

Ms Samantha Rees 

Rowing Manager

Harmony Day Community Barbecue 

Last Thursday 19 March, our College community came together to celebrate Harmony Day with a vibrant and well attended barbecue. Harmony Day reminds us of the importance of inclusion, respect and belonging for all. These values strengthen our school and create a sense of unity across our diverse community. 

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who assisted on the day: staff, students and parents who helped with setup, cooking, serving and clean up. Your willingness to pitch in made the event run smoothly and created a warm, welcoming atmosphere for all who attended. 

We also extend our gratitude to the P&F for their generous financial contribution, which helped make this year’s barbecue possible. Your ongoing support continues to enrich the experiences we can offer our students. 

Thank you to all who joined us in celebrating Harmony Day. We are grateful for your presence and your commitment to fostering a school community where everyone feels they belong. 

The Lester Prize Youth Awards

We congratulate Celine Gan (Year 11) on being a finalist in the 2026 Lester Prize Youth Awards. One of Australia’s most prestigious portraiture awards, the Youth Awards encourage the creative talents of young and aspiring artists around the country. 

Celine’s statement for her portrait called Unfocused is ‘A moment caught in the window of an MRT after what felt like the longest day ever. The quiet subway car offered a break for the body and allowed the mind to unwind for the first time today.’ 

Along with the other finalist, her painting will be displayed at the WA Museum Boola Bardip from April 24 to 19 July. Congratulations, Celine!

Textiles Club Spreads Kindness One Tote Bag at a Time

This term, our Textiles Club has taken on a special community project with a big heart: creating handmade tote bags for children staying at Perth Children’s Hospital. The hospital is a busy place filled with brave young people who may sometimes feel nervous or unsure while receiving care. Our goal is to bring a little comfort, colour and joy into their day.

With fabric generously donated by our local community, students have been learning how to measure, cut, design and sew beautiful tote bags that will be filled with small gifts and comforting items for patients. Every bag is unique—created with care, creativity and kindness.

One of the best things about the project is that everyone is welcome, no matter their skill level. Students learn step by step at a pace that’s calm, friendly and easy to follow.

Our students shared what they love most about Textiles Club:

• Alex (Year 7):“I like getting to cut and learn new skills as well as socialising and hanging with my friends.”
• Eva (Year 9):“I enjoy making cool items and being able to show my creative side.”

As a group, students describe the club as a “creative space where we can socialise, relax and create things for others.”

Miss Spence and Mrs Basanovic are thrilled to see students embracing these meaningful, hands‑on skills. They are passionate about passing on their knowledge to the next generation, especially at a time when fast fashion is on the rise and traditional textile skills are becoming less common. Teaching students to slow down, create thoughtfully, and experience the joy of making something for someone else has been a rewarding highlight of the term.

The project is already fostering teamwork, confidence and compassion—and it’s making a real impact in our wider community.

Well done to all our wonderful makers! We can’t wait to deliver these special tote bags to Perth Children’s Hospital and continue spreading kindness— one stitch at a time.

Miss Spence, Mrs Basanovic & Ms Bowyer