College News
Term 1 Harmony Magazine is now live!
Our Term 1 Harmony Magazine is now live!
Read it here 👉 Harmony Magazine Term 1
Catch up on everything that happened across the term, including camps, excursions, incursions, community highlights and student achievements. You’ll also find a special feature on our Year 10 Art students and their beautifully decorated guitars. 🎸🎨
If you would like a copy to take home, feel free to pick one up from reception.
Before School Supervision Reminder
Please note that school gates open at 8:10am. Students who arrive before this time must be booked into Before School Care, as supervision is not available prior to 8:10am.
Mamma Mia! is Coming to the Stage!
Excitement is building at Good News Lutheran College as our talented students prepare to bring the hit musical Mamma Mia! to life this July! Rehearsals have been underway since the beginning of Term 1, with students dedicating countless hours to singing, dancing, and acting as they work towards what promises to be a vibrant and entertaining production. With a cast and crew of approximately 50 students, this year’s musical is a true whole-school effort, showcasing the incredible creativity, commitment, and teamwork of our Performing Arts community.
Set to the timeless music of ABBA, Mamma Mia! tells a heartwarming and humorous story of love, friendship, and self-discovery, all set on a picturesque Greek island. Audiences can look forward to well-known hits such as “Dancing Queen,” “Super Trouper,” and “Take a Chance on Me,” brought to life by our enthusiastic and talented students. Performances will run from Wednesday 8th July to Saturday 11th July, and we are thrilled to invite our school community to come along and support this wonderful production.
🎟️ Ticket information will be released soon, so keep an eye out for further details. We are incredibly proud of the dedication our students have shown so far and cannot wait to share their hard work with you on stage. It’s sure to be a show you won’t want to miss!
Helen Wallis
Performing Arts Coordinator
ANZAC Day Service
On Friday 24 April, both campuses came together to commemorate ANZAC Day through meaningful ceremonies of reflection and respect. With wreath laying, the recitation of the Ode of Remembrance, the Last Post and a minute of silence, students and staff paused to honour the courage and sacrifice of all who have served and continue to serve our nation.
At our Tarneit Campus, the community gathered at the Poppy Garden, where our first Banner and Catafalque Party marched in, placed the flags, and stood guard in a powerful tribute. At Mambourin Campus, we were honoured to have special guest Flight Lieutenant Cornelius Azolibe, who shared insights into the experiences of soldiers and reminded us how we can continue to live out the ANZAC spirit in our everyday lives.
Lest we forget.
ANZAC Dawn Service
On Saturday 25th April at 6:30am, representatives from both the Tarneit and Mambourin campuses attended the ANZAC Dawn Service in Werribee to honour and remember those who have served and sacrificed for our nation.
Staff from both campuses were present, alongside our student leaders, including the Year 12 College Captains from Tarneit and Year 7 Student Leaders from Mambourin. Their presence reflected the strong sense of respect, service, and community that we continue to nurture across our College.
The ceremony was a meaningful and reflective experience. Attendees listened to ANZAC poetry, joined in the singing of both the Australian and New Zealand national anthems, and observed moments of quiet reflection. As part of the service, wreaths were laid on behalf of the College, acknowledging the courage, sacrifice, and enduring legacy of those who have served. We are proud of our students who represented the College with such dignity and respect. Opportunities such as these are an important way for our community to connect with our shared history and to honour the values of remembrance, service, and gratitude.
Mother's Day Morning Tea
On Friday 1 May, our Tarneit mums were celebrated at a special Mother’s Day Morning Tea 💐Guests enjoyed a beautifully prepared morning tea while being entertained by talented choir and student musical performances, as well as poems. The excitement continued with a raffle draw, where many lucky mums took home fantastic prizes! A joyful and heartwarming morning, celebrating the incredible mums in our community 💛
North Melbourne Football Club Visit
On April 20, our Grade 5B class had a special visit from four North Melbourne Football Club players who were Luke Parker, Riley Hardeman, Luke Urquhart and Brayden George. The players took students through skill drills and fun games before signing footballs and posters afterwards. It was a fantastic experience for the class and a morning to remember. We thank the players for taking the time to visit our students and create such a memorable experience.
Liam Lambert
Sports Coordinator
Western Metro Regional Swimming Carnival
On April 1, GNLC had eight students represent the College at the Western Metro Regional Swimming Carnival held at Kardinia Aquatic Centre. All students competed to the best of their ability and represented the school with pride. The highlight of the day was our Girls Relay team who achieved an outstanding third place in the 17 Year Old Girls Relay event. This was a fantastic effort from the team against strong competition. Congratulations to all students involved on their performances, effort, and the way they represented GNLC throughout the day.
Liam Lambert
Sports Coordinator
Year 11 & 12 Table Tennis and Badminton
On Monday 4 May, our Year 11 & 12 Boys Table Tennis team and Year 11 & 12 Boys and Girls Badminton teams competed at Eagle Stadium against other schools in the division. The Boys Table Tennis team showed great effort throughout the day against strong opposition.
The Boys Badminton team finished second overall after drawing with Tarneit Secondary College and narrowly missing out against Bemin Secondary College.
A huge congratulations to the Girls Badminton team who won all of their matches and progressed through to the next stage of competition. Congratulations also to our Girls Table Tennis team who automatically progressed through to the next stage.
Grade 4 Hoop Time
On April 29, our Grade 4 students attended Basketball Victoria’s Hoop Time event. GNLC took five Rookie teams, one Future Stars girls team and one All Star boys team to the day.
The All Star boys had an excellent day, making it through to the grand final and leading at half time before narrowly losing.
The Future Stars girls finished third overall recording one win from their four matches.
Our Rookie teams also had a fantastic experience with many participating in organised basketball for the first time. A big thank you to all of the Secondary School students who assisted with coaching throughout the day.
Liam Lambert
Sports Coordinator