College News

2025 WADL Schools Debating Competition Kicks Off with Wins! 

The 2025 season of the WADL Schools Debating Competition kicked off its first fixture with impressive performances from both the Novice and Junior Teams, who won their debates on Tuesday night.

The Trinity College Novice Team, comprising LJ O'Callaghan (7.4), Hasan Mirza (8.7), and Leo Pileggi (8.4), took on the affirmative side against Scotch College, who debated in the negative. The topic for their debate was: This house prefers online learning to in-person learning. Both teams presented compelling arguments, making for a highly engaging and thought-provoking debate. It was a particularly special occasion for LJ O'Callaghan and Hasan Mirza, as it marked their first time debating for Trinity College. Despite being newcomers, they spoke very confidently, demonstrated excellent teamwork and presented some very thoughtful arguments, making a strong case for their position.

The Junior Team also delivered a stellar performance. The team comprised Fred Brockett (9.1), an up-and-coming newcomer, and seasoned debaters Matteo Redolatti (9.3) and Spencer Hathrill (9.2). They were also ably supported by reserve team member Lucas Hall (9.4). Debating against Shenton College in the affirmative, their topic was: This house would give teachers bonuses for increased student performance. The Junior Team's well-reasoned arguments and assertive delivery earned them a well-deserved victory in this round.

As the season progresses, both teams will undoubtedly continue to refine their skills and build on this promising start, and we are excited to see how the 2025 Schools Debating Competition unfolds. 

Su-fen Chung

Debating Coordinator

Understanding Boys

Celebrating the joys and challenges of raising boys

John Van Beek ('23) in Australian Idol Top 10

We wish to extend our congratulations to John Van Beek (Class of '23), who has made it through to the top 10 in Australian Idol. John and his family's heartfelt gratitude for all the support and love they've received.

While John has made it to the Top 10, his journey isn't over yet. To advance to the finals, he still needs our ongoing support through voting after each weekend's performance. Currently, performances are scheduled for Sunday/Monday, with voting open for 24 hours starting at 4pm on the day of his performance. Stay updated on his progress and voting times through our social media channels or by directly following the Australian Idol instagram page (@australianidol). Alternatively, John's professional Instagram page is @jvb.official (all follows on his account add to Idol's algorithms)! 

Maintenance Works

The College has and is undertaking a number of projects to improve the College’s facilities.  These include:

• Refurbishment of the ground floor B Block classrooms - the five classrooms (including one which was made into two smaller classrooms, so now six classrooms) are completely refurbished.  This includes new smart screen technology, cassette type air conditioning, flooring, ceilings, paintwork, cabinetry and the addition of two glass walled mini meeting rooms to enable additional break out areas and for ‘make up’ assessments.  The College is very happy with the outcome of the project.  The work of the builders, AWB, and architects, TRCB, is appreciated, particularly given the tight timeframes.

• Paving outside B Block – the paving next to the lockers was replaced, making it considerably safer when wet

• Pool relining – the Trinity pool, arguably the best pool in the PSA, now looks even better.  The pool’s vinyl liner, tiling, gutters and lane markings were completely replaced.

• The Virtual Reality room, next to the Senior School Library, was fully sound proofed

• D&T air-conditioning – the Design & Technology workshops and saw room were fully airconditioned.

• Waterbank – the Waterbank area, between the College and the Causeway, has been like a moonscape for the last seven years.  2024 saw Trinity Ave reinstated and the Waterbank area graded flat.  It is expected that the area will have turf rolled out over the next few months.  This will be used by the College from Term 3 for Phys Ed classes and PSA sport training, reducing bus trips to Waterford and enabling longer training sessions.

   

• New tractor – everybody likes a tractor!  For those interested, it is a Kubota LH5740 and has the following features:

  • 4cyl diesel engine, 57HP

  • Hydrostatic transmission response control 

  • State of the art PTO & hydraulic systems 

  • 4-Wheel drive

  • Power steering 

  • High back reclining seat with swivel and shock absorbers

  • Enclosed cabin with A/C & low noise infiltration

  • Front loader attachment

TCPC Tuition Fee Lottery

Sales close Wednesday 26 March

All current families are invited to participate in the 2025 TCPC Tuition Fee Lottery*! For just $50.00 per ticket, you could win one of three tuition fee credits. Proceeds will be used to enhance buildings, grounds and programs at Trinity College, benefitting all students.

*Terms and Conditions apply.

Wanted: Newspapers

We are desperately needing newspapers to use in our upcoming musical: Newsies. If you have any newspapers that you can donate, please bring them to the Performing Arts Department - Level 1, Cultural Centre. Thank you!

Class of 2025 Ball - Urgent Callout for Props and Decorations

"Pirates of the Caribbean - Chart Your Own Course"

Thursday, 24 April 2024 | Gibney Hall

The Ball Committee is putting a call out to the entire TC community to urgently assist us in sourcing the following items:

• Rope – vintage if possible; beige in colour; all sizes and lengths
• Lanterns – any kind
• Treasure – baubles; tankards; trinkets; swords; jewellery; metal ‘junk’
• Battery operated tea light candles – warm white
• Clear jam jars
• Black fabric - all sizes and lengths
• Vintage nautical items - steering wheels; anchors; wine barrels
• 1x male mannequin, and 1x female mannequin (with arms and legs, preferably)
• Girls’ and boys’ toiletries for the bathrooms

Please deliver to Main Administration; please make sure you let them know these are Ball donations, and the committee will arrange collection.

Alternatively, if you would prefer to offer a monetary donation, you can simply click the button below to donate via the Online Store! 

Special thanks to Theresa Huska and Kellie Lyons for the generous donations.

Thank you so much,

2025 Ball Committee