From the Principal

End-of-year Celebrations

We enjoyed two fabulous ceremonies on Thursday 11 December which showcased the broad experiences of students in both the Junior and Senior Schools.

There were many highlights: 

• Our Student Leader MCs: Layla Aplin and Joshua Newsom (Junior School), and Sammi Murray and Rylan Fraser (Senior School) spoke so well.
• We had contributions from our special guests: The Rev Peter Laurence OAM (CEO of AngliSchool), Mrs Fiona Elgin (College Council Chair), and Fr Peter McLeod Miller from St Matthew’s Anglican Church (and Member of Council).
• We were also delighted to be joined by Marcus Davies (Treasurer of College Council), Justin Clancy Member for Albury, Mrs Alice Glachan AlburyCity Councillor, and representatives from St Matthew’s Anglican Church and St John’s Anglican Church.
• Performances included:
  • The processional piece: Harry’s Wondrous World performed by the Trinity Wind Ensemble conducted by Fenella O'Sullivan.
  • Hark the Herold and The Irish Washer Woman performed by the Trinity String Orchestra conducted by Jessie Swan and Tara Chambers.
  • Mary Did You Know? and Absolutely Everybody performed by the Junior Choir conducted by Jessie Swan.
  • Count the Stars and Lovely Day performed by the Senior Choir conducted by Beth Spragg.
  • Drama performance by the Senior Drama Group directed by Pieta Swann.
  • I’ll Be Home Performed by Junior Dance Group choreographed by Samantha Bellerose.
  • Senior Dance piece performed and choreographed by Skye Vanderhoek, Holly Obbink and Rhemi Taylor.
  • The Chicken performed by the Stage Band led by Geoff Haymes.
  • And recessional pieces: Under the Sea and YMCA performed by the Steel Pans conducted by Michelle Revelant.
• The 2026 JS Leaders and Captains were announced.
• AND we had time to present awards to some talented scholars, those students who had demonstrated character and citizenship and served their community, and impressive sports people and performing artists.

I wish to publicly acknowledge all those staff who contributed to these wonderful events:

• Deputy Principal – Kathy Fletcher
• Heads of Schools – Simon Fairall and Dave Smith
• Events Officer – Emma Patullo 
• Creative Director – Mitch Clarke
• Music Director – Michelle Revelant
• Staff musicians – Tara Chambers, Jennifer McMillan, Michelle Revelant and Scott Marshall
• Audio – Travas Hope and the team from Soundalive
• Visual Arts displays – Sarah Culligan, Edwina Edwards and Kylie Fairall
• TAS and STEM displays – Sam Morley, Tahlia Dahmes, Tamara Steinhauser and Tom Kuiters
• Marketing Manager – Megan Whitsed
• IT Team – especially Adrian Clarke
• Facilities Team

It was a great team effort and a fitting end to a great year!

Staff Service Awards

We are proud to recognise and celebrate the incredible dedication of our staff who have reached significant service milestones. Your commitment and contribution make Trinity the vibrant learning community it is today.

20 Years of Service:

• Andrew Leary – Senior School Teacher – Mathematics and Digital Technology

   

15 Years of Service:

• Sonya McAinsh – Junior School Teacher
• Kade Stevens – Sports Coordinator – Junior School
• Jarryd Thurling – Environmental Coordinator and Junior School Teacher

• Liz Lowe - Junior School Teacher

   

10 Years of Service:

• Lauren Naldrett – Dean of Studies – Junior School
• Thomas Kuiters – School Assistant - TAS
• Tristan Patralakis – Head of Mathematics
• Karlee Nolan – Junior School Teacher

• Karen Garvey – School Assistant – Learning Support

   

5 Years of Service

• Sharon Finlay – Business Manager
• Jessica Alvey – Head of English/Languages
• Melissa Foster – Senior School Teacher - Science
• Warwick Rolls – Facilities
• Sean Coleman – IT Systems Administrator
• Alison Barrett – Head of House (Lankester)
• Rachael O'Donnell – Senior School Teacher - Mathematics
• Belinda Warner – Senior School Teacher - PDHPE

Thank you for the passion, professionalism, and care you bring to our students and community every day. Congratulations on these remarkable achievements!

I also take this opportunity to publicly acknowledge staff who are leaving Trinity.  

Thanks to:

• Ken Larsen (Teacher of Physics) – retiring after 16 years’ service to the College
• Liz Lowe (Junior Music Teacher) – retiring after 15 years’ service in a variety of roles
• Karen Ennis – not returning from extended leave 
• Narelle Urquhart (Indigenous Connections Coordinator)
• Karla Wise-Chalker (Teacher of English)
• Jeremy Smith (Head of House – Kimball)
• Megan Sturges (HSIE Teacher)
• Ellyce Roadknight, Scott Marshall and Aaron Jory (Junior School Teachers)
• Chloe Matthews, Mollie Cleary and Tom Barker (Learning Support)
• Meg Williams (Student Services)
• Mark Brown (School Assistant TAS)
• Matt Kelly (Sports/PDHPE Assistant)

As we celebrate the holiday season, I want to express my gratitude for your support and partnership. May your homes be filled with joy, love and laughter.  Wishing you a peaceful Christmas and a wonderful New Year. 

Thank you for being part of our school community.