Craftsman of the Year

In Week 10 of Term 3, the Technologies Department hosted the annual Technologies Student of the Year awards, featuring some amazing student work in several subject areas. This year, we continued with the People’s Choice Award, generously sponsored by the Mazenod Old Boys Association (MOB) and the Principal/Rector Awards, kindly supported by Mrs Hughes and Fr Twigg, which recognised overall winners and runners-up across each Technologies subject area.

We extend our sincere thanks to all students who submitted work, and to the staff, parents and community members who attended and supported the event. The standard of work was exceptional. Below are the award results:

People’s Choice Awards 

(sponsored by the MOB)

1st Place – Alex D (Year 12)

Alex's project was an outstanding combination of materials, skills and disciplines. As part of his Certificate II in Furnishings course, he crafted a large dining tabletop from a marri slab sourced from New Leaf Gallery in Bickley. He then designed and fabricated the black powder-coated metal base from scratch as part of his Certificate II in Engineering course.

 Alex's table was a clear favourite among voters and a thoroughly deserving winner. Alex receives a $500 award, generously sponsored by the Mazenod Old Boys Association, with $200 to be donated to a charity of his choice. Congratulations, Alex, on this well-deserved achievement.

2nd Place – Cooper D (Year 12)

Completed as part of his Certificate II in Furnishings course, Cooper's project showcased both exceptional technical skill and outstanding design. He constructed a stylish bar from jarrah and black MDF, along with a range of complementary accessories, including stools, glass and bottle holders and a dedicated space for a bar fridge. Cooper receives a $150 award from the Mazenod Old Boys Association in recognition of his outstanding craftsmanship.

3rd Place – Deegan D (Year 12)

Deegan designed and constructed an impressive coffee table using offcuts from a jacaranda tree that had been removed from his family home, combined with jarrah and clear resin. His project was completed as part of his Certificate II in Furnishings course and was a fantastic example of creativity, sustainability and craftsmanship. Deegan receives a $50 award, generously sponsored by the Mazenod Old Boys Association.

Subject Awards 

(sponsored by Principal & Rector)

Woodwork

1st Place: Lachlan O (Year 12) – Lachlan made a stylish coffee table using marri and he receives a $150 Principal & Rector award.

2nd Place: Daniel R (Year 12) – Daniel made a beautiful double waterfall hall table using marri and he receives a $50 Principal & Rector award.

Metalwork

1st Place: Sam R (Year 12) – Sam designed and made a circular firewood storage unit and he receives a $150 Principal & Rector award.

2nd Place: Flynn K (Year 12) – Flynn designed and fabricated a firewood storage stand/table and he receives a $50 Principal & Rector award.

Engineering

1st Place: Liam H (Year 11) – Liam designed and produced a very interesting stepper motor-controlled clock, and he receives a $150 Principal & Rector award.

2nd Place: Cooper H (Year 12) – Cooper developed and designed an RC FPV crawler with impressive functionality and he receives a $50 Principal & Rector award.

Digital Technologies

Equal 1st Place: Year 10 – Felix O & Zack V – The quality of the coding and game creation from Felix and Zack was outstanding and well beyond what would typically be expected of a student at any year level. The boys both receive a $100 Principal & Rector award.

Mr Michael Scarfone

Head of Technologies