Secondary School
Year 12 ATAR Geography Program
Fieldwork Investigation at Bodkin Park
As part of the Year 12 ATAR Geography program, students recently completed a fieldwork investigation at Bodkin Park on the banks of the Canning River. This excursion is an essential component of the course, allowing students to apply geographical concepts directly to a local Western Australian environment.
The focus of the excursion was the analysis of historical land cover change within the Canning River catchment. Students examined how urban development and modifications to natural drainage systems have influenced the river’s ecological health. By observing indicators such as vegetation change, erosion and water quality, students gained firsthand insight into the environmental impacts of human activity.
A key academic task involved evaluating two major management strategies used in Perth’s waterways: Living Streams and Oxygenation Plants. Students investigated how Living Streams seek to restore more natural flow patterns and improve habitat quality through revegetation and engineered natural channels. They contrasted this with Oxygenation Plants, which improve dissolved oxygen levels to support aquatic species in areas affected by nutrient enrichment.
Throughout the day, students practised core geographical inquiry skills, including field data collection, spatial analysis and the critical evaluation of sustainability initiatives. This hands‑on experience deepened their understanding of catchment management.
Mr David Borrello
HaSS Teacher
Body Worlds – Anatomy of Happiness Exhibition
Year 11 and 12 Visit
Earlier this term, the Year 11 and 12 Human Biology students and the Year 11 Psychology students visited the Body Worlds – Anatomy of Happiness exhibition. The experience provided a clear and engaging look at the human body, helping us connect classroom learning to real anatomical structures in a way that is difficult to achieve through textbooks alone.
The plastinated specimens allowed us to see muscles, organs, skeletons, blood vessels, and nerve fibres in remarkable detail. Observing these structures so closely made it easier to understand how body systems are arranged, how they function together, and how lifestyle choices can influence health. The exhibition also included detailed explanations that linked anatomical features to real‑world examples, reinforcing concepts we have been studying in class.
This opportunity to see actual human bodies that had been donated to science was both fascinating and thought‑provoking. Being able to apply our knowledge during the visit helped strengthen our understanding of key content while also developing our observational skills. Many students found the experience inspiring, as it deepened our appreciation of the complexity and beauty of the human body.
Overall, Body Worlds was an informative and memorable excursion that supported our learning in Human Biology and Psychology. It was not only enjoyable but also highly valuable for extending our understanding beyond the classroom.
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
Neurodiversity Week
Years 7–9 | Friday, 20 March
Week 8 marks the beginning of Neurodiversity Week; a time to celebrate neurodivergence and build awareness across our community. This year, Trinity College will be hosting an afternoon of interactive workshops for selected students in Years 7–9 on Friday 20 March, during Periods 3 and 4.
In these dynamic and hands-on sessions, students will explore what it means to be neurodivergent while developing practical skills and knowledge to support their growth both inside and outside the classroom. Workshops will be facilitated by a range of allied health professionals, including speech therapists, occupational therapists, psychologists, and music therapists, as well as Trinity College staff.
Students will attend one of the following workshops:
It’s Going to Be Okay – Practical strategies for building confidence and independence
Design Your Dream Party – Understanding, accepting, and celebrating differences
The Science of Sound – How music shapes and supports the brain
Fidgeting Fingers – Using fidget tools to remain connected and present
Plant a Seed, Remember to Breathe – Staying calm and grounded in chaotic moments
Connections with the Past – Exploring old objects and the role of play in history
Spaces are strictly limited. If you have any questions, please contact Ms Calegari.
Ms Natalee Calegari
Learning Support Teacher
2027 Italian Tour Information Evening
The Italian Department is pleased to invite you to the proposed 2027 Italian Tour Information Evening in mid-March, at which we will provide parents with a detailed itinerary, the approximate cost of the tour, and the forms required to formally express your son’s interest in attending.
Date: Wednesday, 18 March
Time: 5.30pm - 6.30pm
Venue: Library Study Room - P.L. Duffy Library, TC (map here)
If you are unable to attend but would like to learn more, please email Prof Mario Favotto
(favotto.mario@trinity.wa.edu.au).