Community News
Free Public Transport for Young People Under 18
The Victorian Government has announced that public transport will now be free for all young people under the age of 18.
To access free travel, students are required to have a Youth myki card, which can be purchased for a one-off cost of $5.00. Once a Youth myki card is obtained, all travel will be free.
Students must continue to tap on and tap off when using public transport and must always carry and use their Youth myki card.
Youth myki cards can be purchased from:
- Staffed train stations
- Selected local shopping centres
- Post office
- Some 7-Eleven stores
Or register online for a Youth myki by:
- logging into your myki account
- creating a new account.
Once you register, you'll get an email to use for valid travel while you wait for your card to arrive.
We encourage families to organise a Youth myki card for their child if they regularly use public transport. Visit Transport Victoria for more details.
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Brimbank Community Disability Expo
The Disability Events Community is hosting a Disability Expo this month showcasing disability support and services in Brimbank and bringing together a range of local organisations in one place. The expo offers families the opportunity to connect, ask questions, and learn more about what’s available in their area.
Register for free HERE.
Date: Wednesday 25 February 2026
Time: 10am - 1pm
Location: Club Italia Sporting Club, 128/132 Furlong Rd, St Albans
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Free Telephone Interpreting Service for Parents & Carers
All Graduates Interpreting and Translating provides a free inbound telephone interpreting service, which enables parents and carers to contact our school with the support of a telephone interpreter. This service ensures that families with limited English proficiency can connect with us and receive the support they need.
Download this simple step-by-step guide which explains how parents and carers can utilise this service.
The guide is available in English and the Top 30 most commonly requested languages by families in Victorian government schools. Translated versions can be easily accessed through the links provided in the English version above.
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Financial Assistance for Families
The Brotherhood of St. Laurence’s mission is to work for an Australia free of Poverty.
Given the cost-of-living challenges at the moment, many families are doing it very tough and could use some help.
The Brotherhood of St. Laurence has provided the following financial resources for families, including:
- The Saver Plus Program
- State Schools Relief (contact the school to request this support)
- Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund (contact the school for an application form)
- Computerbank
If you would like further information, please feel free to reach out to them!
Ph: 9483 1183
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