College News
Trinity College 2025 Annual
Now Available
We hope you enjoy reading the Trinity College 2025 Annual.
Class of 2031 (Year 6 Class 2025) - Collection
The Class of 2031 has received their College Annual from their Year 7 PCG Group teacher this week.
TOBA Class of 2025 - Collection
The Class of 2025 can now collect their allocated Annual from the main Administration building reception. If a sibling from your family is still currently at Trinity, they are able to collect the Annual on their behalf (one copy per family).
Please collect weekdays Monday to Friday, between school hours of 8.00am to 4.00pm.
Hardcopy
If your son is not from a graduated year but still would like a hardcopy, please send your request through to: Communications@trinity.wa.edu.au.
Uniform Shop
All students need to be in full winter uniform first day back of Term 2.
Class of 2026 Ball - Donation Requests
Three weeks to go!
The Ball Committee would like to give a big THANK YOU to the TC community that have kindly donated so far! Without support from the TC community, we wouldn’t be able to make the event a success.
In particular, we wish to thank:
| M Condo | Erceg Family |
| Murray Family | Lindquist Family |
| Lohman Family | Taboni Family |
| Bellis Family | Grassi Family |
| Distefano Family | Wall to Wall Carpets |
| Mammana Family | Versatile |
| Maclean Family | Mitre 10 Malaga |
| Jenkins Family | Carpet Court |
| Giancola Family |
URGENT REQUEST
The Ball is coming up fast with only three weeks to go. The Ball Committee would like to put out special request for scaffolding to hang decorations in Gibney Hall.
Other requests
The Ball Committee would like to put a call out for additional donations (both financial, and by way of props and decorations).
Financial contributions
Direct financial donations can be made via the TC Online Store (under 'Fundraising & Donations').
Props and decorations
- Lemons of limes
- AA batteries
- AAA batteries
- Old cushions or cushion stuffing
- Garden benches
- Garden arbour
- Bamboo sheeting
- Ornamental lanterns; any size; black
- LED lights; any size
- Cable ties
- Double sided tape
- Full soft drink bottles (1L & 2L)
- 10x Sprite
- 10x Fanta
- 10x Coke
Girls' toiletries & boys' sprays
- Mini hairspray
- Dry shampoo
- Deodorant
- Band aids
- Bobby pins (blonde and brown)
- Cotton buds/cotton pads/nail files/safety pins
- Spoolies
- Fashion tape
- Tiffany & Co perfume x2
All donations can be dropped off at Student Services for collection.
Thank you in advance for your generosity, and for displaying such #TCSpirit.
Thank you in advance,
2026 Ball Committee
From Manjimup to the Moon
This week, our Astronomy students had the incredible opportunity to hear from Jaxon Liebeck, Flight Director for Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost Mission, the first successful commercial lunar landing.
Jaxon shared his journey from growing up in regional Western Australia to leading a historic mission, offering students a reminder that big ambitions can start anywhere.
An inspiring experience for our students as they continue to explore their own pathways, and what’s possible when curiosity meets opportunity.
Celebrating Neurodiversity
Learning, Connection and Community
As part of Neurodiversity Week, Trinity College hosted the first PINC (Parents for the Inclusion of Neurodivergent Children) gathering for 2026, bringing families together for an evening of learning, connection and honest conversation. Parents heard from guest speakers Jacinta Critchley, Susan Hughes, and Telethon Kids Institute researcher Thom Neville, who shared insights into the learning experiences of young people with specific learning differences. Through lived experience, research and practical strategies, the evening highlighted both the challenges and strengths of neurodivergent young people, creating a supportive space where parents felt heard, validated and better equipped to support their children.
The celebrations continued with an afternoon of interactive workshops for students in Years 7–9, bringing together more than 65 students for a hands‑on learning experience. Facilitated by allied health professionals and Trinity College staff, the workshops explored why school can feel hard, how music supports the brain, ways to stay calm and grounded, the role of play and history, and how fidget tools can support focus and connection. The sessions encouraged curiosity, shared understanding and meaningful conversations, allowing students to learn alongside one another, celebrate difference, and develop practical strategies to support their learning and wellbeing.
With thanks
Thank you to our Learning Support team and School Psychologists for their ongoing commitment to inclusion, and to our wonderful student helpers - Oliver Holten, Spencer Rodda and Archie Woodcock - whose enthusiasm and support helped make the day a success.
We are also deeply grateful to our guest speakers and facilitators for sharing their expertise and passion with our community:
- Jacinta Critchley – Inclusion, Diversity and Employment Facilitator, Lyn Beazley Academy
- Susan Hughes – ADHD Coach & Educator https://susanhughes.com.au/
- Thom Neville – Telethon Kids Institute https://redcap.thekids.org.au/redcap/surveys/?s=R34RP7CA3FFD9NKP
- The Ally Speech Therapy Team https://www.allyspeechtherapy.com.au/
- Claire McGlew – Glissando Music Therapy https://www.glissando.com.au/
- Nicola – Play in the Past https://www.playinthepast.com/
Together, your contributions helped strengthen understanding, celebrate diversity, and reinforce our shared commitment to championing neurodiversity across our community.
Gnomesville is Coming to Trinity College!
With the help of a dedicated group of students, the MRC Garden is getting a wonderful facelift. We are replanting, upgrading facilities, and hiding gnomes throughout the space. Our hope is that the MRC Garden will become a calm, welcoming place where young people can take a break when they need one.
You can be an important part of this project! We are seeking donations of gnomes to bring our Gnomesville to life. Please drop any gnome donations off at the MRC. Contact Ms Calegari at calegari.natalee@trinity.wa.edu.au
Ms Natalee Calegari
Learning Support Teacher
Thank you!
We are pleased to announce that $615 was raised at our recent International Women's Day Breakfast event for our 2026 chosen charity, Australian Catholic Religious Against Trafficking in Humans (ACRATH).
ACRATH is an Australian charity that works to eliminate human trafficking and the harm it causes, in Australia, the Asia Pacific region and globally. ACRATH has been a pioneering voice in the Australian Catholic sector in the fight against human trafficking and modern slavery since 2005.
One hundred per cent of the funds raised from our IWD event will be donated to help ACRATH continue their good work in helping to make the 'invisible crime' (human trafficking) visible, provide companionship to some victims/survivors of human trafficking, support effective national and international networks, and continue to lobby and advocate at State, National and International Government levels.
Enrolments
Enrolment Interviews for 2028.
We are well underway with enrolment interviews for Year 4, Year 6 and Year 7 entry for 2028. Families with siblings currently at the College, as well as those who may know someone interested in joining our community, are encouraged to submit an online application as soon as possible. Places are limited, and early submission will help avoid disappointment.
College Tours
We are excited to announce that our Open Day Group Tours on 6 May are now fully booked. Thank you to all families for your strong interest in attending.
If you were unable to secure a place, we encourage you to contact Brooke Hornbuckle at registrar@trinity.wa.edu.au to be added to our cancellation list. Should any places become available, we will notify families in the order enquiries are received. We look forward to welcoming you to the College soon.
Brooke Hornbuckle
Registrar
Upcoming College Tours
Social Media Restriction Legislation
From 10 December 2025, new Australian Government legislation will require social media platforms to prevent users under the age of 16 from creating or maintaining accounts. This significant reform, introduced under the Online Safety Amendment (social media Minimum Age) Act 2024, is designed to enhance the safety and wellbeing of young people online.
The Act aims to strengthen online safety and reduce exposure to online risks, including cyberbullying, grooming, and the pressures of social media engagement. The eSafety Commissioner will regulate compliance and has developed a suite of resources for educators, parents, and young people to assist with the transition.
At a minimum, the government has confirmed the following platforms will be included under the new restrictions:
TikTok
Instagram
Facebook
Snapchat
X (formerly Twitter)
Reddit
Other social media platforms may also be subject to these requirements, depending on their features and intended use.
What the New Law Means
Social media platforms must take reasonable steps to block or deactivate accounts held by users under 16 years of age
The legislation applies to age-restricted platforms; those primarily designed for social interaction and user-generated content.
The responsibility for enforcement lies with the platforms, not with users, families, or schools.
The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) and the eSafety Commissioner have issued guidance to support compliance, data handling, and privacy requirements.
Reporting Online Abuse
Students and families are encouraged to report cyberbullying or harmful online behaviour through the appropriate channels:
Report to the school, and
Report directly to the social media platform involved
If the matter is serious and not adequately resolved, it can be escalated to the eSafety Commissioner for further action. Incidents involving the non-consensual sharing (or threats to share) nude or sexual images are classified as image-based abuse. If such material is used for coercion or blackmail, it may constitute sexual extortion (sextortion). Guidance on responding to these incidents can be found in the Toolkit for Schools: Responding to Image-Based Abuse.
Resources for Families
Families are encouraged to explore the following free resources provided by the eSafety Commissioner:
General Flyer: Social Media Age Restrictions – What You Need to Know
Free eSafety webinars in November and December (Register for a Webinar)
Further information and FAQs are available at eSafety Social Media Age Restrictions.
Other useful resources:
ySafe Social Media Delay: Social Media Ban | 2025 FAQs
Practical Steps to Take Before the Change:
Exchange contact details: Encourage children to share phone numbers rather than social media handles.
Save important content: Back up photos, videos, and posts before account changes take effect.
Review account settings: Export data and ensure backups are enabled.
Shift online habits: Begin reducing time spent on social media and use messaging apps instead.
Stay connected: Set up group chats or friend lists through non-social media platforms.
Model healthy digital habits: Talk as a family about the benefits of stepping back from social media and connecting face-to-face or through other means.
At Trinity College, we strongly support these changes as a positive step toward protecting young people online. We encourage families to discuss healthy digital habits and balanced online engagement. While this transition may present some challenges, we believe it will ultimately empower our students to manage their online presence responsibly and foster meaningful, real-world connections beyond social media.
School Dental Service
Dental Health Services (DHS) offers free general dental care for kids at the School Dental Service (SDS). The offer is open to every student from the year they turn 5 until their 17th birthday and includes check-ups, fillings, x-rays and fissure sealants. They can also help with any urgent dental problems, like sore teeth, lost fillings, or infections, even if you are currently not enrolled. Simply contact your nearest SDS Dental Therapy Centre for advice. If you would like to enrol your kids, or if they have an urgent dental problem, you can find your nearest centre on the website.