Secondary School
Sustain Our Swan
Inspired by Pope Francis’ Laudato Si’, the Year 7s played their role in sustaining and understanding our environment as part of the Sustain Our Swan incursion. Guided by the call to care for our common home, they learned how small, practical actions like reducing waste, protecting local habitats, and respecting the Swan River ecosystem reflect our responsibility as stewards of creation. Through hands‑on learning and reflection, our students discovered how faith and action come together to nurture a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable community.
Ms Pia van Straalen
Director of Christian Services
Year 8 Social with Mercedes
Thursday 26 March
On Thursday, the girls from Mercedes visited Trinity to try to re-create the planned social from 2025. Unfortunately, last year there were logistical issues that didn't allow for the students to network and socialise as planned, so we "re-invented" a similar concept for this year.
To start the social, the Mercedes girls joined our boys for afternoon tea on Centenary Park, and this was followed by a series of activity rotations where the students could laugh, dance, sing, compete and mostly...have fun. Students participated in a series of events such as volleyball competitions, Just Dance Room in Gibney Hall, an outdoor Silent Disco and a Tabloid Sports Competition in Carigg Court. There was also the opportunity for some students to have some 'downtime' in the Board Game and Reflection Room.
There was a wonderful atmosphere around the College, along with lots of chatter and plenty of laughter.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the wonderful Year 8 PCG teachers from both Trinity and Mercedes College, along with Mr. Michael Rathman (Head of Year 8 at Mercedes College). I would also like to extend my thanks and gratitude to Mr Luca Cormio (PE Assistant) for setting up the volleyball competition, to Mr Michael Soares Poeira for his IT guidance and to Miss Melanie Dunn for her outstanding organisation of the entire event.
We look forward to our second social, a Quiz Night, with Mercedes at Mercedes in Term 3.
I would also like to use this notice to wish all Year 8 students and their families, a very Holy Easter and a safe holiday break.
Ms Bec Bryant
Head of Year 8
PSA Public Speaking Competition 2026
Public speaking is one of the most demanding - and most impressive - skills a young person can master. To stand alone before an audience, organise complex ideas, and deliver them with clarity and conviction takes courage well beyond one’s years. Last Friday, eight Trinity students did exactly that when they travelled to Hale School to compete in the 2026 PSA Public Speaking Competition.
Over the course of the afternoon, our students both presented and listened to speeches on a wide range of thoughtful and challenging topics, each reflecting the speaker’s individual interests and curiosity about the world. It was a genuine showcase of critical thinking, articulate expression and composure under pressure. The confidence and poise they demonstrated on the day were a credit to their preparation and to their willingness to step outside their comfort zones.
In the lead‑up to the competition, these young men worked diligently to select their own topics, craft engaging and informative speeches, and refine their delivery. Several students were also required to compete against other interested peers for selection – a testament to the strong interest in public speaking at Trinity.
The speakers and reserves for the day were:
Year 7: Daniel Patrick – The most important thing a fictional character taught me.
Year 7 (Reserve): Nolan Morch – Why everyone should try something that scares them (a little).
Year 8: David Berry – The best idea Australia ever had.
Year 8 (Reserve): Gaurav Kiran – Why space exploration still matters.
Year 9: Hasan Mirza – Should humans attempt to geoengineer the climate?
Year 10: Matteo Redolatti – Modern day protests: effective or performative?
Year 11/12: Lachie Reid – Should Australia rethink its approach to National Identity?
Year 11/ 12 (Reserve): Bowie McCabe - To what extent are people shaped by algorithms rather than personal choice?
Special mention must go to Lachie Reid (Year 11), who was named Runner‑up in the Senior Final - no small achievement in a field of very strong competitors. His speech, which challenged audiences to reconsider Australia’s national identity, was both thought‑provoking and compelling, delivered with maturity and confidence.
Congratulations to all participants for representing Trinity with such enthusiasm. Events like these remind us that public speaking is not just about speaking well - it’s about thinking deeply, listening respectfully, and having the confidence to share ideas that matter.
Su-fen Chung
(PSA Public Speaking Coordinator)
Holiday Revision Programs
Laptop Insurance (CPLP and BYOD)
Please note that laptops purchased through the College Provided Laptop Program (CPLP), as well as BYOD laptops, are not covered by the College’s insurance for loss or theft, whether the device is at the College or elsewhere.
Personal property, including laptops and mobile phones, is not covered under the College’s insurance policies.
For this reason, it is strongly recommended that families add laptops and mobile devices to their home contents insurance to ensure appropriate cover for loss, theft, or damage.
Mr Geoff Searle
Business Manager