27 June 2025

PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE | Ms Jillian Pass

As Semester 1 draws to a close, I write with a mix of gratitude as I step down as Principal of Currimundi State School. My 40 plus years proudly choosing to work in State schools, 30 years as a classroom teacher, has been a wonderful career privilege.

Thank you for trusting me with your children’s education and for being part of my journey. As I step into this next chapter, know that I remain one of this school’s biggest advocates.

Following a rigorous merit selection process run for a replacement principal for Currimundi State School I am very proud to announce that Aaron Willis is the successful candidate. Aaron is currently the substantive principal of Mapleton State School and brings with him years of leadership and curriculum experience. He is very much looking forward to taking up the principal position at our friendly little school by the beach.

Report Cards

Our teachers have been spending many hours at night, and across the weekends, completing each student’s end of semester report card. These reports are a comprehensive account of how your child is progressing against the expectation of the Australian Curriculum.

Report cards were emailed home on Wednesday 25 June this week.

Please take the time to read the reports in detail and celebrate your child’s achievements this semester. Parent teacher interviews will be held at the start of Term 3 to allow parents/carers to further unpack their child’s learning gains and learning goals with the class teacher. If you did not receive your child’s report card by email, please check your junk mail for this important email. If you did not receive an email at all please contact the office as soon as possible.

Parent/carers meetings are always welcome but not required at this stage. Please book directly with your child’s teacher if you require a meeting.

Parent teacher meetings are now scheduled twice a year at mid semester junctures with the purpose of informing parents/carers of their child’s learning progress before final assessments are determined.

Facilities

During the June school holidays our oldest demountable will be removed. Modifications to a number of other blocks will be completed in readiness for term 3 commencement.

School recommences Monday 14 July.

Wishing you and your family a relaxing and joyful winter break.

Jillian Pass
Principal

Deputy Principal | Yr 03 - 06 | Amelia Tolliday

It is great sadness that my time here at Currimundi comes to an end. I have thoroughly enjoyed being part of the CURRA community and will genuinely miss students, staff and families. In Term 3 I will continue my journey in the primary sector (from High school) at Nirimba State Primary School – I’m sure I will see many of you around the coast and encourage you to come and say hello if you see me. Before I go some important information for our upper school students.

Year 06 transition day

What a great day for all students!

I really encourage to get your enrolments into the high school as quickly as possible as once parents/carers have put this in we can start having conversations with the high schools about your child and how to best support their transition. If you have questions about enrolment, please visit your catchment area high school website.

TUFF CURRA…..

What a great day – I was so lucky to be part of this experience while I was here at Currimundi.

Well done to all students who fundraised and an extra special thank you to Mr Jones who does a great job of organising the day.

Although I got the short end of the stick with getting slimed in winter I will look back at the event with a smile.

Year 05 Aspirants

We have had lots and lots of interested year 05 in our aspirant program - applications are now closed and successful candidates will be announced early next term.

I hope everyone has a wonderful and safe holiday. 

I will miss Currimundi and wish all families the very best for the remainder of the year.

Regards

Amelia Tolliday
Deputy Principal

Deputy Principal | Prep – Yr 02 | Mrs Amanda Brewer

SEMESTER ONE OVER!

This Semester has been a busy one. Wishing everyone a safe and fun holiday with their families. Take the time to appreciate the busy 6 months that have just occurred and celebrate your child’s successes this year.  We look forward to our students coming back next term, refreshed and ready to continue their learning journey.

PREP NEWS

WILDLIFE HQ

Our Prep cohort head offsite to WILDLIFE HQ on Tuesday 15July. We look forward to Prep’s first excursion with us. Below are some details to assist you to prepare for the day.

Classes will be travelling by bus to Wildlife HQ Zoo as part of our Science unit ‘Living Things’ The aims of the excursion are to give students the opportunity to observe living things in a zoo environment and learn about the animal’s survival needs. The day is expected to be both educational and enjoyable, providing students with a memorable experience that fosters a deeper appreciation for the natural world.

During the excursion, students will be undertaking the following activities:

• Wearing full school uniform including school hat
• Eating lunch and will need a water bottle and packed lunch including fruit break, in a backpack/school bag.
• Moving around the Zoo as a class in small groups.
• Participating in opportunities to observe and learn about different animals, their habitats and survival needs.
• Supervised by Classroom Teachers, teacher aides, and limited numbers of parent volunteers.

On arrival at the zoo, students will break into groups and participate in opportunities to observe and learn about different animals, their habitats and survival needs. First aid trained staff will accompany the excursion. Wildlife HQ Zoo have additional first aid provisions. This is deemed a MEDIUM risk activity.

100 DAYS OF PREP

On Thursday 24 July, WEEK 2, we will be celebrating 100 days of school with our Preppies!

To celebrate 100 days of Prep learning, all Prep students are invited to dress up like they are 100 years old! Please don’t rush out and buy any costumes as something from home will be fine. Here are a few ideas that may help your child dress the part: 

• Grey Hair
• Hair curlers
• Glasses
• Shawl                                            
• Robe
• Bow Tie
• Grey Beard/Moustache
• Cane
• Knee high socks

Or USE YOUR IMAGINATION!!

For safety reasons, please wear sun safe clothes and appropriate shoes.

During the day we will participate in a range of activities relating to the number 100.

We look forward to meeting our elderly residents!

YEAR 01 NEWS

Year 01 have all made a spectacular effort for their first Semester! It has been wonderful to watch them “grow and learn” and be a great role model for the new Preppies. This Semester brought the movement of most Year 01 classrooms, with a new classroom position for Term 3. 1S, Mrs Surridge, remain in their current classroom. 1T, 1V and 1C are all moving into classrooms within in the Library. These rooms are being adjusted over the holidays to cater for the change. With this will come a slight change in routine for lining up in the mornings, however eating area, play area and toilets that are accessed will remain the same. Line up location will be in the under covered area.

YEAR 02 NEWS

CABOOLTURE HISTORICAL VILLAGE

In the first week back on Thursday our Year 02 cohort head to the Caboolture Historical Village. See the details below.

As an introduction to our Semester 2 Humanities and Social Science (HASS) unit titled 'Impacts of Technology Over Time,' our Year 02 students will be visiting Caboolture Historical Village on Thursday 17 July, 2025. During this excursion, students will explore changes in lifestyle, transportation, communication, and industry resulting from technology and innovation. They will gather information about daily life in the past and will be challenged to consider how daily life has changed or remained the same. This experience will be valuable and enhance the concepts covered in the HASS unit of work.

Leaving from: Currimundi State School Hall carpark at 8:40am

Returning to: Currimundi State School Hall carpark at 2:30pm

During the excursion, students will be undertaking the following activities:

• Rotating through the following activities: Washing Demonstration, Train Ride, Gem Sieving, QLD Prisons and Police Service
• Eating lunch at the location, please pack lunch and water for the day in their regular school bag

Parent help is encouraged for this excursion to assist with the supervision of the students in smaller groups in order to maximise the experience. Parent helpers will be assigned to a small group of students. Please let your classroom teacher know as soon as possible if you are able to assist on the day. Please note that smaller siblings will not be able to attend this excursion. Due to limited seats numbers on the two buses, parent helpers will need to provide their own transport or carpool to and from the Historical Village. An entry fee of $13 per adult is payable by parents on entry. What to Bring: Hat Water bottle Raincoat if raining Morning tea and lunch (which students carry in their own school bag) This is deemed a MEDIUM risk activity. Full risk assessment has been provided by Caboolture Historical Village and authorised by school staff.

Regards

Amanda Brewer
Deputy Principal

CURRICULUM NEWS | MRS JODIE FINDLAY

ICAS Assessments | 2025 Current Year 02 – 06 Students

We know our students are always looking for the next challenge, so we’re giving them the opportunity to showcase and celebrate their talents in the world-renowned ICAS competition this year.

What is ICAS?  

ICAS is an online academic competition that gives students the opportunity to challenge their higher order thinking and problem-solving skills in English, Mathematics, Science, Writing, Spelling Bee, and Digital Technologies.

Every student who participates is celebrated and recognised with a printed certificate in each subject area, and an online results report to track development each year. Top performers are eligible for one of the highly coveted ICAS medals.

There is an early start time for these assessments so that normal school is not interrupted.

These are optional assessments. You can elect to participate in one, some or all the assessments.

This year, our students can elect to sit the following assessments: 😊

How to participate in ICAS  

If you wish for your child to participate in ICAS this year, please go to the Parent Portal to sign up to your chosen subject areas using the link and code below.  

Registration for all subject areas closes on Monday 28 July at 11:59pm.

IMPORTANT: Please enter your child’s name accurately into the System as it will appear on their ICAS certificate.

To learn more about this year’s exciting ICAS competition, visit the link below.

Academic reporting Semester 1 2025

Academic reporting is about communication to parents/carers and students about achievement and progress in the curriculum provided. Academic reports provide point in time information about achievement at the end of each reporting period. Report cards will be sent home at the end of this term and there will then be opportunities for discussions between teachers and parents provided in term 3.

School reporting processes are clear and transparent for parents/carers, so they understand:

• the learning expectations for the student
• the student’s achievement against expected standards
• how well the student is engaging with the expected learning
• how the student may be able to improve

Reporting is based on evidence. Reports reflect:

• judgments about the quality of student learning, based on evidence collected during the reporting period
• the student’s most consistent level of achievement with consideration to more recent evidence.

Changes from 2025

Prep Year - provide and experience

• The Australian Curriculum V9 now has Prep achievement standards for each learning area.
• The term ‘experience’ has been introduced in response to this update.
• Decisions about which learning areas will be provided and which will be experienced are documented.
• Schools select the semester, the time allocated and whether the learning area will be reported on.
• Provide means to teach, assess and report on. Schools provide English, Mathematics and Health and Physical Education in every semester in Prep.
• Experience means teach and monitor – not reported on.

Reporting scales

• Schools use an A–E or equivalent scale to report achievement on academic reports. The scale acknowledges the range of performance against the relevant standard. Reporting scales describe the demonstrated learning in relation to the relevant standard.

• In Prep–Year 6, Behaviour and Effort also have an A-E rating.

Did you Know?

An academic rating of ‘Working With – WW’ or a ‘C’ means the student is demonstrating the expected knowledge, understanding and skills from the achievement standard.

NAIDOC Week 6 - 13 July 2025

National NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across Australia in the first week of July each year (Sunday to Sunday), to celebrate and recognise the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC Week is an opportunity for all Australians to learn about First Nations cultures and histories and participate in celebrations of the oldest, continuous living cultures on earth. You can support and get to know your local Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities through activities and events held across the country. 

NAIDOC Poster art is created by Jeremy Morgan Worrall. 

Ancestral Lines is a visual representation of the lines and ties that follow a generation and the songs that come with it. 

The 2025 NAIDOC Week theme, “The Next Generation: Strength, Vision and Legacy”, celebrates not only the achievements of the past but also the bright future ahead, empowered by the strength of our young leaders, the vision of our communities and the legacy of our ancestors.

RULE FOCUS

SUPER SURFERS

Look out for your parade dates via QParents/Events & the following Schedule.

You can now link an event to your Calendar for reminders.

TUFF CURRA

How TUFF were we?

On Friday 20 June, the 12th Annual TUFF CURRA was held. This obstacle course fund-raiser was inspired by Tough Mudder, with tunnels, walls and slip n slides just a few of the obstacles that students needed to conquer. 

Although a slight delay due to the fundraising truck breaking down on the way, the day was wonderful, with so many smiles on the faces of participants. As well as lots of fun the day also helps to raise money for the school to do projects that will benefit them. Last year, TUFF CURRA money along with a grant went towards the new basketball/netball court and the 1-2 playground.

This year we raised over an amazing $33,000 with us keeping approx. $21,000 profit. The fundraising company keep a percentage which goes on the fundraising online platform, coloured powder, prizes and 2 staff members with inflatables, foam machine including a visit from Monty the Mon-star.

Congratulations to Prep Red and 4T who each won a pizza party, Prep Red also took out the prize of a handball each as the most number of students to get involved. 6 students also got the chance to slime Mrs Tolliday and Mr Webb!

Thank you to everyone who got involved on the day and through support of fundraising, I think this might have been the best one yet. I look forward to the money raised benefiting the school.

How TUFF are you?

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STEVE BELSHAM CUP – RUGBY LEAGUE WRAP UP

Our Curra team proudly represented the school at the annual Steve Belsham Cup Rugby League carnival, competing with great spirit, determination, and sportsmanship throughout the day.

We finished 6th overall, a solid result in a strong field of teams. Every player gave their all on the field, showing grit in both attack and defence across multiple games.

Special mentions go to:

• Ethan 6G – for great leadership and silky touches 
• Lachlan 5/6C – for tireless effort and strong runs through the middle
• Gizelle 6J – for fearless defence and excellent positioning
• Archie 5/6C – for consistent effort and support play

Well done to all players involved – your teamwork and attitude made us proud!

SEQ CUP

Last minute heartbreak

On Wednesday 19June, selected students competed in the district final of the SEQ Cup. Currimundi played against Mountain Creek in a 9 aside game with the winning school going onto the next stage.

We started strong early with a quick goal to Zeplin, and kept up the early pressure with various chances. Finn made some wonderful saves in goal and just before halftime a long ball put Zeplin through, he was able to control and place it past the keeper. 

HT 2-0

In the second half Mountain Creek took advantage of a slow start by us and scored 2 quick goals. They started to put the pressure on with the boys fighting hard with Jesse particularly putting in a shift to get back to win back possession and clear any danger. With the game looking like it was going to penalties Mountain Creek scored a late winner.

FT 2-3

I would like to congratulate the team for their efforts and attitude during the game and training, we now look ahead to the Interschool Sport trophies where Yr6 students will look to go one better after making the Yr6 final as a Yr5 team last year.

2025 team

Zeplin                 6G
Jesse                  5/6C
Jimmy                5/6C
Braxyn                5F
Ash                      5F
Ashton               6G
Beau                   6G
Max                     6J
Cohen                               6J     
Kaelan               5F    
Archer                               6G 
Jackson             6K
Finn                     5G

Surfing Excellence & Development

Perfect One Day

Almost Perfect the Next

If your student has not participated in the program and would like to, please complete the expression of interest located via our Website Surfing Excellence Expression of Interest 

STUDENT RESOURCE SCHEME/BOOKLIST

Our Student Resource Scheme and Booklist have been combined to facilitate families with not having to rush around & purchase all school items for their students.  This system was agreed & approved by the Currimundi State School P&C Association.

All QParents families, current & future families will have the online updated version to complete & submit.  Families not on QParents would have received a hardcopy last year.

For those families who have GRANTED consent via the Participation Agreement form, invoices will be generated shortly after.

For payment plans, please contact the office via admin@currimundiss.eq.edu.au. All payment amounts will be accepted on a payment plan.

Regards
Stacey Hyder
Business Manager

QParents and Payments

Our preferred method of payment is online via the secure BPoint Portal. All other payments will need to be made via Eftpos. If you are registered with QParents you can access your school generated invoices and pay via BPpoint at any time. Watch this video for an overview of the payments screen and making online payments in QParents.

At our school, many parents/carers have registered for the QParents program.  Here are just some things that you can access at your own convenience.

• update your contacts/addresses
• enter absences for your child, current, future, early pickups, early departures & update unexplained
• access Report Cards past & present
• check your finance & make full & part payments
• notify you of any upcoming events & excursion/incursions

Once you receive the invitation code, you can follow through to register via the link below.  It is suggested to register via the website using google chrome as the engine.

Contact the office via our office group email admin@currimundiss.eq.edu.au or telephone 07 5436 6888 for your family’s reference numbers, assistance with 1^st time registration, payments etc.  We are here to help.

The Fathering Project

The Fathering Project is an evidence-based organisation that aims to promote positive fathering behaviours and fathers’ engagement with their children. The Fathering Project aims to inspire and equip fathers and father figures and help involve Dads and their kids through some hassle-free activities and events throughout the year. Furthermore, the Fathering Project Website has a variety of resources that are available for you to access at any time. Topics include; technology advice, managing your kid’s big emotions, cooking with your kids and fathers’ health and wellbeing.

2025 Fathering Project Proposed Activities –

Term 3 TBC - Fathers and kids – Father’s Day Morning

Term 4 TBC Fathers and kids – Pizza and paper planes

Please follow the below link to join our Currimundi State School Group and register your interest in the Fathering Project and our events.

Regards
B.Brown
Ben Brown
Prep - 02 Physical Education Teacher

DATES TO REMEMBER

NB: you can add your future absences via QParents.

Now for all of our exciting events coming up.

Some events can also be found on QParents/Events to assist families with reminders.

NB: A new option to add an event to your personal calendar is available on QParents/Events.

RESOURCE CENTRE NEWS | MRS MAREE FRENCH

END OF TERM INFORMATION

Prep - Year 02 End of Term Returns

Prep - Year 02 – Friday 20 June was the last day for Prep – Year 02 student borrowing.

Prep to Year 02 students are required to return all books before the end of the term.

Year 03 – Year 06  End of Term

Year 03 - Year 06 – Friday 27 June is the last day for student borrowing. Year 03 to 06 students are able to loan their books over the school holiday period. Please note all books from Term 2 are to be returned at the start of Term 3, for students to be able to commence borrowing in Term 3.

Digital Library – Education Queensland-Sora App

All Currimundi State School students access to a digital library which contains over 75,000 eBooks and audiobooks.

The e-library can be accessed by visiting the Sora website, or downloading the free Sora app on a mobile device, then searching for the school 'Education Queensland' and logging in using their MIS ID.

Happy reading!

Library Information

 Do you have any questions regarding the library? 

You might find the answers in our Library User Guide.

Click on the link below.

Happy reading!
Mrs Maree French - Library Teacher Aide

PAYMENT DUE DATES

P&C NEWS Including Fundraising, Tuckshop & Uniform Updates

📰 Currimundi P&C – Term 2 Wrap-Up

As we reach the end of Term 2, we want to take a moment to thank our Currimundi community for your ongoing support through what’s been a particularly challenging term for many. It hasn’t always been easy, but the strength and care within our school community continues to shine through.

👋 Farewell and Thank You, Jill

This term we say farewell to our principal, Jill, as she steps into retirement. Jill has given so much to Currimundi over the years — often in ways that aren’t visible to the wider community — and we want to acknowledge and thank her for her unwavering dedication to our school. Jill, we wish you all the best for the next chapter and hope retirement brings rest, joy, and plenty of time for the things you love most.

🥧 Pie Drive Impact

A big thank you to everyone who supported the Term 2 Pie Drive. Thanks to your generosity, we raised $1,300 in profit, which will go directly towards our P&C’s commitment to help fund new laptops for the school. We were also able to donate 13 pie packs to Currimundi families who could do with some extra support right now. This kind of practical kindness is what makes our community so special.

🏆 P&C Conference Recognition

At the recent P&C Queensland State Conference, our executive team was proud to represent Currimundi and connect with other school communities across the state. We’re excited to share that we received an award for Positive Community Partnership—a wonderful recognition of the work being done here at Curra. We also came away with fresh ideas and insights to help us grow even stronger as a P&C in the months ahead.

👀 What’s Ahead in Term 3

Next term is already shaping up to be an exciting one with the return of our much-loved Father’s Day Stall, and the big event everyone’s looking forward to — Frozen Jr – The Musical. We can’t wait to celebrate the talents of our incredible students and see our school community come together once again.

💚 Stay Connected – Become a P&C Member

If you haven’t already, we warmly invite you to become a member of the Currimundi P&C. It’s not about signing up to volunteer—unless you want to—it’s simply a way to stay informed, stay connected, and help us ensure the P&C reflects the voices of as many families as possible. The more members we have, the more representative we can be.
👉 Join Currimundi P&C Here

Wishing you all a safe, restful school holiday. We look forward to seeing you in Term 3!

Karleigh Wood
President
Currimundi State School P&C

WAVE BREAK TUCKSHOP | FOOD NEWS

Hi Curra Families

We have some new and exciting Winter Menu ideas planned as the weather cools off - so keep a look out on our P&C Facebook page for updates in the coming weeks. 

Can’t remember what our Daily Specials are? Check them out here: 

You can also see our Full Menu below. 

Tuckshop Ordering

As always, most items must be ordered on Munch Monitor by 8:00am each day. 

If cut off is missed, please either pack food for your child or contact the Office. 

Tuckshop may be able to offer a basic Emergency Lunch for your child in some situations. 

We have included some Tips & Tricks for ordering on Munch Monitor. 

Volunteers 

We’d love your help in the Tuckshop this Term, if you can spare some time! 

We have lots of shifts available each week plus have other jobs that can be done any time if you find yourself with some time during the week. 

You can sign up for our available shifts using the following link: 

You can contact our Tuckshop Convenor via email currimundi.ss.tuckshop@gmail.com if you have time to do some odd jobs in Tuckshop during the week. These things may include: folding forks & serviettes, writing on our sandwich bags, writing on our dino nugget bags etc.  

To volunteer in our Tuckshop, you don’t need a Blue Card if you’re a parent of one of our students. If you’re a Grandparent or Carer, then you can easily apply for a Volunteer Blue Card. We are more than happy to assist with this process. 

Uniform Shop News

We know we have lots of people eager for our next shipment of Polo Shirts! We have received updated information that they are due to arrive within the next couple of weeks. 

Once they arrive, we will put a post on our P&C Facebook page and they can be ordered online or purchased during Uniform Shop Hours. 

The Uniform Shop is open on 

Tuesdays: 8:00am – 8:30am & 
Thursdays: 2:00pm – 3:00pm

Now that it’s cooling off, you may be looking for your child’s jumper! If they have grown out of last year’s, we are well stocked with all sizes in our fleece Jumpers. 

Looking forward to a great Term,

Wave Break Tuckie Team
Keirra, Steph & Sharon 

YMCA OSHC NEWS

As we welcome the winter season, June has brought a flurry of fun and excitement to our program! The playground has come alive, new group games like Poison Ball and other creative challenges that are keeping everyone active and engaged. Outside, our brand-new Art Club has launched, giving students a chance to explore their creativity and develop new artistic skills.

Looking ahead to the holiday break, we have a jam-packed schedule full of exciting activities to keep the fun going! And as we plan for next term, we’re thrilled to announce that YMCA is looking to introduce afternoon incursions, featuring sessions run by experienced trainers in rugby, dance, and possibly even our very own walking club.

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We’re currently gathering expressions of interest—if your child would like to be involved, or if you'd like more information, please don’t hesitate to contact us at YMCA OSHC.

🏉 Discovery Rugby League at YMCA Currimundi OSHC!

Give your child the chance to build confidence, coordination, and connection through sport with our exciting 45-minute rugby league sessions—led by experienced rugby league coach Ryan Charles.

✔️ Suitable for Prep to Year 06
✔️ Focus on teamwork, skills, and gratitude
✔️ Safe, inclusive, and high-energy environment
✔️ Only $15 per session!

📍 YMCA Currimundi OSHC

With a strong background in coaching, community sport, and wellbeing, Ryan brings passion and purpose to every session. These sessions are a great way for kids to get active and start their day strong.

Thank you, The Y Staff.

REMINDERS

• OFFICE HOURS 6:00 – 9:30am & 2:00 – 6:00pm.
• The phone is not available between these hours.
• You are welcome to leave a message or send an email in between these hours.
• Please be mindful that we are with the children for most of the sessions. Thank you.
• Just a reminder all children’s enrolment needs to be updated before attending our service this term.

Sandra Parker | OSHC Coordinator
M 0436 618 872
E acm@ymcabrisbane.org
W http//www.ymcachildcare.org.au/oshc

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DENTAL VAN

The Dental Van is currently visiting Currimundi State School offering FREE dental care to:

• Queensland students or attend a Queensland school and eligible for Medicare
• And meet at least one of the following criteria:
  - aged 4 years or older and have not completed Year 10 or
  - aged 0 -17 years if eligible for the Child Dental Benefits Scheme
   or
  - hold or be listed as a dependent on, a valid Centrelink concession card.

If you would like your children to utilize this service, you can either access the forms through the link below or request a paper copy from the school administration staff.

Once forms are returned and the dental van has arrived, staff will contact you to organise an appointment for your children. Appointments will be at the dental van on site at Currimundi State School.

If you or your child feels unwell, we ask that you phone dental staff prior to the appointment. If you have any enquiries, please phone the dental van directly on 0419 799 367.  If staff are unable to answer, please leave a message and they will return your call as soon as possible.

Thank you for helping us ensure everyone stays safe and healthy. We look forward to seeing you and looking after your child’s oral health.

Kind Regards
The Dental Team

SUNSHINE COAST YOUTH PLAN – HAVE YOUR SAY

COMMUNITY NEWS

Last chance to apply for the 2026 Premier’s Anzac Prize - a message from the Premier and Minister to all QLD schools

Students can apply now for the once-in-a-lifetime Premier’s Anzac Prize.

This is an exciting opportunity for students and teachers to travel to Europe in April 2026, to deepen their understanding of Australia’s rich Anzac legacy.

The two-week tour to London, Paris and the Western Front, visits historical sites and key World War I memorials, concluding at the Anzac Day Dawn Service in Villers-Bretonneux, France on the Western Front, where our brave service people gave their today, for our tomorrow.

Eligible students in Years 8 to 11 are encouraged to apply online before student applications close at 5pm on Tuesday 22 July 2025.

The Premier’s Anzac Prize is proudly presented in partnership with RSL Queensland and with the support of State Library of Queensland.

For more information, visit the Department of Education website.

Kind regards

David Crisafulli MP
Premier of Queensland and Minister for Veterans

John-Paul Langbroek MP
Minister for Education and the Arts

SOCCER X PROGRAM

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