2024 Term 4 Week 7 29 Nov 2024

Dear Lindisfarne Parents and Guardians,

As we near the end of another enriching school year, I'm thrilled to share the past week's highlights and look forward to the significant events that will close out the 2024 academic year.

This week began on a high note with our Junior School Nativity Play at Sunshine Avenue. The students shared the heartwarming story of the birth of Jesus, beautifully capturing the joy and true meaning of Christmas. Seeing such a fantastic turnout of parents and loved ones gathered to share this cherished tradition was wonderful.

Tuesday, the Year 4 to Year 5 Transition Service, was a significant milestone for our students as they prepare to embark on their Middle School journey. The ceremony was a meaningful event celebrating our Year 4 students' readiness to tackle new challenges. The class of 2032 will have a special place in the history of our school as the Olympic Games will be held in Brisbane that year.

Also, on Tuesday, we celebrated the Year 9 Rite Journey Homecoming. This special ceremony marks a pivotal moment in our students' development, reflecting on their growth and experiences throughout the Rite Journey program. It was a poignant evening that brought together students, families, and staff to honour our students' journeys as they move towards becoming responsible and reflective young adults.

Wednesday's ELC End-of-Year Concert was themed "Under the Sea," and it was a splash hit! The children delighted their audience with energetic performances that showcased their imagination and enthusiasm. The large attendance of family members made the event all the more memorable, and the shared morning tea that followed was a joy, with beautiful food shared and prepared by our Lindisfarne Hospitality students.

I am proud to announce that several Year 12 students have had their artwork selected for ARTEXPRESS 2025. Congratulations to Daisy Burke, Tahlia Coleman, and Indy Iliffe for this prestigious recognition. Their work, reflecting exceptional creativity and skill, will be exhibited in prominent galleries across New South Wales.

Today, we announce with a heavy heart the departure of Mr Todd Hardy, our Director of Performing Arts, at the end of the School year as he returns with his family to Sydney after seven years of outstanding service to Lindisfarne. Todd has made an outstanding contribution to Lindisfarne, building on the significant work of Mrs Charlotte Lush to grow the Performing Arts program at Lindisfarne.

We also recognised Mrs Jan Makepeace's retirement at the end of the School year after an exceptional career and an impressive 26-year tenure with us. We extended our deepest gratitude to Jan for her service.

Yesterday, I wrote to our school community regarding the school fee schedule (here) for 2025. You can find the correspondence for those who may have missed it (here). It's important for all families to review this information as we prepare for the 2025 academic year.

Please join us this Sunday, 1 December, for the Community Christmas Carols in the Mahers Lane Chapel. The evening will begin with refreshments at 5.30 pm NSW and a Carols service at 6.00 pm NSW. This service is a perfect opportunity to gather as a community and share the joy of Christmas.

It was uplifting to share the Christmas message with Middle and Senior School students today. The service featured beautiful music, dance, and a short nativity film that told the story of Jesus's birth. As part of the service, proceeds from our annual Christmas Giving Tree were donated to the Tweed Women’s Refuge and Kids in Need Association.

As we conclude the year, we invite all families to attend our Speech Day Awards Ceremonies next week:

• Junior School: Tuesday, 3 December, 9.45 am

• Middle School: Tuesday, 3 December, 1.00 pm

• Senior School: Wednesday, 4 December, 11.00 am

These Ceremonies are an integral part of our school calendar, celebrating the accomplishments of our students across all year levels. All ceremonies are in NSW time.

Finally, I share with all School families the Term Dates for the 2025 and 2026 School years. I understand and appreciate the demands of family life, but I ask families to please review the School dates and prioritise school attendance by organising time away during the regular School holiday breaks rather than during the School term.

2025 Term Dates

2026 Term Dates

Thank you for your continued support and involvement in the life of our School. Enjoy a relaxing weekend, and I look forward to seeing many of you next week as we culminate the year of learning and achievement at Lindisfarne.

Warm regards,

Stuart Marquardt
Principal

We would love to have you join us to celebrate the Birth of Jesus.

Kingscliff – St James
122 Marine Parade, Kingscliff
Contact Phone: (02) 6674 1513
Christmas Eve Tuesday 24th December 6:00pm Nativity Play, carols, prayer and a blessing
Christmas Day Wednesday 25th December 8:30am Holy Communion

Murwillumbah – All Saints
32 Byangam Road, Murwillumbah
Contact Phone: (02) 6672 6070
Christmas Eve Tuesday 24th December 5:30pm Holy Communion
Christmas Day Wednesday 25th December 8:30am Holy Communion

Pottsville – St Marks
15A Coronation Ave, Pottsville
Contact Phone: (02) 6674 1513
Christmas Day Wednesday 25th December 9:00am Holy Communion

Tweed Heads - St Cuthberts
Cnr Florence and Powell Streets, Tweed Heads
Contact Phone: 07 5536 1060
Christmas Eve Tuesday 24th December 6:00pm Family Service
Christmas Eve Tuesday 24th December 10:00pm Traditional Mass
Christmas Day Wednesday 25th December 9:00am Christmas Celebration

Tyalgum – St Johns
2 Wollumbin Street, Tyalgum
Contact Phone: (02) 6672 6070
Christmas Eve Tuesday 24th December 6:00pm Traditional Carol Service

Uki – Holy Trinity
Kylogle Road, Uki
Contact Phone: (02) 6672 6070
Sunday 22nd December 9:00am Christmas Service

Dear Students, Staff, Parents and Guardians,

The last article I wrote was on our first cultural driver here at Lindisfarne - Leadership. In this article I would like to draw your attention to our second cultural driver - Standards.

To understand what is meant by ‘Standards’ it would be helpful to consider the opposite, and to do so we will again turn to the Judeo-Christian tradition for insight as we focus on the original meaning of the word ‘sin.’

The Hebrew word (the language of the Christian Old Testament - the Hebrew Scriptures) most often translated as ‘sin’ in English Bibles is the word chata’ah, which literally means, “missing the mark” or “falling short of the standard.” It was used to describe an archer falling short of the target when shooting an arrow.

The Greek (the language of the New Testament) equivalent is hamartia and was used in Classical Greek Tragedies to describe when a hero or heroine fell short of their raison d’être - their very reason for being, due to a fatal flaw. For example, Achilles’ heel was his hamartia - his fatal flaw of overconfidence as he learned that his body was not vulnerable to injury except on his heel.

Scripture teaches that the tragedy of the human condition is that we are all susceptible to sin, in as much as it is our hamartia - our fatal flaw. Romans 3:23 (NLT) sums up our predicament in this way; ‘For everyone has sinned; we all fall short of God’s glorious standard.’

This may all sound rather fatalistic but a ray of hope shines through in the very next verse; ‘Yet God, in his grace, freely makes us right in his sight. He did this through Christ Jesus when he freed us from the penalty of our sins’ - our Achilles’ heel, as it were.

And the only reason why this is possible is that Jesus is the only human being in history to have not fallen short of God’s glorious standard, in as much as ‘he was tempted in every way that we are, but he did not sin’ (Hebrews 4:15b, NCV). This is because Jesus was not only human but also divine - God incarnate, the Word made flesh (cf. John 1:1, 14).

And so, from a Christian perspective, the standard/s we aim for, need always to be based on the life and teachings of Jesus as we model our lives on his. This is because Jesus exemplified how to live a fully flourishing human life - the way God always intended us to be.

May the Standards we aim for here at Lindisfarne be undergirded by our values of Compassion, Wisdom and Respect as we seek to reach God’s glorious standard made manifest in Jesus Christ.

Blessings,

The Reverend Lyndon Mulholland
Chaplain

A reminder for all parents: you should have access to the SEQTA Engage app. It’s the easiest way to log absences, check reports, and stay updated.

If you haven’t set it up yet, please carefully follow the instructions via this link.

For assistance, please email helpdesk@lindisfarne.nsw.edu.au

Scott Mellis
Director of Digital and Emerging Technologies

Last Friday, over 100 talented string students took to the stage to showcase their hard work and musical growth at our End of Year String Concert. The performance was a celebration of dedication, teamwork, and passion for music, with students from across the Junior, Middle and Senior Schools delighting the audience with diverse repertoire.

We are fortunate to offer our students access to an exceptional Strings Immersion Program, where they can learn and thrive under the guidance of our dedicated string specialists. This fully school-subsidised tuition program is available to students entering Year 2 or Year 3 in 2025. To express your interest and provide your child with this incredible opportunity, please complete the form here.

We are so proud to be able to provide this unique musical journey to our students and families! If you have any questions about the strings program, please don’t hesitate to contact Mr Dean Kennedy dean.kennedy@lindisfarne.nsw.edu.au.

Congratulations to all of our string students for a truly memorable performance! We can’t wait to see what you achieve in 2025.

Dean Kennedy
Head of Strings

On Thursday morning, 74 excited Kindergarten students, along with a team of brave parent helpers and our fearless teachers, set off on an unforgettable excursion to Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. This adventure was the perfect way to culminate our Science Unit "Living Things".

The day was full of incredible encounters. We met Boss Hog, the Estuarine crocodile, got friendly with a coastal python and met a bushranger who brewed a delicious cup of lemon myrtle tea. The children loved feeding the kangaroos, meeting the capybaras and searching for other marsupials and monotremes. Everyone was amazed by the free flight bird show—though we had to watch out for a swooping wedge-tailed eagle and a rogue barn owl who became best friends with Ms Brown!

One of the highlights was visiting the wildlife hospital, where the children saw a flying fox being nursed back to health and a koala undergoing surgery. This experience taught us all the importance of protecting our environment and the creatures who call it home.

Despite the hot and sunny weather, the children were incredibly well-behaved and engaged throughout the day. A huge thank you to the parents for their help—they were definitely exhausted by the end of the day, but their support made the trip a success!

It was a fun, educational, and memorable day that brought our lessons to life in the best way possible.

Angela Dickens
Kindergarten Teacher

The Australian government’s recent decision to implement a ban on social media for children under 16 has sparked significant discussion across schools, families, and communities. As Head of Senior School at Lindisfarne, I find myself reflecting on what this legislation will mean for our students and their families, as well as the broader implications for adolescent mental health and wellbeing.

Social media has long been a double-edged sword for young people. While it provides platforms for connection and creativity, it also introduces challenges such as cyberbullying, social comparison, and an often overwhelming need for validation. This new legislation, effective in a year’s time, mandates that major social media platforms enforce a minimum age of 16, with hefty penalties for non-compliance. The intention is clear: to create a healthier online environment and reduce the pressures that social media often places on young people.

In the Senior School, we are acutely aware of the role social media plays in the lives of our students. For many, these platforms have become an integral part of their social identity, a source of entertainment, and a tool for self-expression. However, we also see the challenges it brings - instances of online bullying, distractions from learning, and the impact on self-esteem. This new landscape will require all of us - educators, parents, and students - to adapt thoughtfully and intentionally.

For our families, this legislation may prompt some challenging conversations. How do we navigate the potential resistance from young people accustomed to unrestricted digital access? How do we support them in finding alternative ways to connect and express themselves? These are questions that we will need to address together.

I am optimistic about the potential benefits this ban could bring. By limiting access to social media during formative years, we may see reductions in cyberbullying and lessening of the pressure to curate a 'perfect' online persona. More importantly, it could encourage our young people to engage more meaningfully in face-to-face relationships and focus on their academic and personal growth.

However, there are complexities to consider. Not all online interactions are harmful. For some students, these platforms have been a lifeline, a way to connect with like-minded peers or find support in difficult times. We must ensure that in supporting this legislation, we also provide spaces for meaningful, real-world connection and emotional support.

In the coming months, we will continue to explore what this means for students in the Senior School. I encourage families to begin having conversations now about the purpose of social media, its potential impacts, and how we can navigate this transition together.

This is a pivotal moment in shaping the digital lives of our students. While challenges lie ahead, I look forward to seeing what benefits this new legislation may bring.

Kate Cornell
Head of Senior School

Definitely on the countdown folks - only two sport events remaining, but both very large competitions. For Basketball - the Australian Schools Cup (ASC), and the Australian Volleyball Schools Cup. Both of these mega tournaments are on the Gold Coast.

We have two teams representing us in the ASC Basketball, which is next week. A copy of the draw can be found - HERE. Please wish these boys the best of luck:

U15

• Saxon Chaseling
• Oliver Clark
• Felix Conn
• Beau Hewitt
• Luke Moses
• Aidan O’Brien
• Arlo Short
• Harry Thomas
• Wallace Thompson
• Finn Whitaker

U17

• Billy Blair
• Jackson Brims
• Talon Chilcott
• James Douglas
• Tom Hirst
• JJ Pearse
• Bill Stokes
• Oliver Watters
• Evan Williams

Muster Days

Lions Basketball

As indicated last week, our Muster Days were run in very efficient fashion. It brings me much pleasure to have largely placed our basketball teams already, and only have a handful of loose ends. Mark Bradke - royalty in Australian Basketball - spoke to the squad, and had them captivated with stories, one of which included sparring with none other than the ‘GOAT’ Michael Jordan. Mark is now an employee of GCJBL, and is tasked with helping grow grass roots.

Our squad split into age groups and had skill clinics and match play, all with very well behaved students. Thanks to everyone that participated.

Lions Netball

For Netball, we had ninety players experience the Netball Muster Day with clinics run by Guest Coaches, Bond University Bull Sharks players and coaches - not to mention our own Lindisfarne Coaches. Within the Match Play there was the opportunity to play with a range of different players and an opportunity to explore some really different combinations. Having the two time National Netball medal winner and Queensland Netball Coach Bec Stower and Head of Bond Netball Kim Boland have time to watch our players and identify them for any future Pathways programs was an outstanding opportunity for our Lindisfarne students. Valued feedback, fresh drills and netball experience from Sapphire and Ruby players from the Premier League allowed strong Netball role models for our players.

Anglican Schools Sports Day

Last week we had the Anglican Schools Country Sports Day in Coffs Harbour, with multi sports and activities, including; Chess, Golf, Football and Volleyball. Full write up next week.

Volleyball

Our mixed volleyball teams competed at the Anglican Schools Cup held in Coffs Harbour, showcasing determination, adaptability, and impressive skill throughout the tournament.

The teams faced an exciting challenge, playing in a new format of volleyball they had never experienced before. Despite this, their teamwork, resilience, and quick learning shone through, earning them well-deserved recognition.

One of our teams reached the grand final and secured second place, a phenomenal achievement given the level of competition and their introduction to this new style of play. Their commitment to supporting each other and adapting to the game proved to be key to their success.

The second team also performed exceptionally well, finishing in a strong fifth place. Their energy, enthusiasm, and teamwork throughout the tournament were commendable.

Congratulations to all players for representing the school with such positivity and determination. They have set an incredible example of perseverance and sportsmanship, and we look forward to seeing their continued success on the volleyball court!

Golf

Josh Marsh (Year 11) and Myles Roberts (Year 9) recently represented Lindisfarne at the

Anglican Schools Cup was held at the Sawtell Golf Club on Thursday, the 21st of November, where they both showcased their talent in perfect golfing conditions.

Josh Marsh, displaying remarkable skill and consistency, made history by winning the Open Boys Champion title for the second consecutive year with an impressive score of 77. His outstanding performance ensures his place in the Anglican Schools Cup history books. Josh’s victory is a testament to his dedication and hard work, and it’s a proud moment for Lindisfarne.

Meanwhile, Myles Roberts, in his first appearance at the Cup, gained valuable knowledge on the course. Though he did not secure a top finish, Myles is eager to build on this experience and is already looking forward to improving his game in 2025.

Congratulations to both Josh and Myles for their sportsmanship and effort, and we look

forward to their continued success in the future!

Mr. Gilliland

Football

On Thursday, 21st November, our students traveled to Coffs Harbour to compete in the Annual North Coast Anglican Schools Cup. The 6-a-side tournament showcased incredible skills, teamwork, and effort from all participants, even in the sweltering heat.

Our Year 7/8 boys played well but narrowly missed out on victory, while the Year 7/8 girls fought hard and finished second in their group by just two goals. A huge congratulations to our Year 9/10 boys, who took out the top spot in their tournament, and to our Year 9/10 girls, who secured a well-deserved second place.

Overall, it was a fantastic day, with most students representing our school with pride and demonstrating great sportsmanship. We look forward to returning next year for another exciting day of competition!

Chess

On Thursday, 21st November, our talented chess players, Ashton Schneider and Xavier Galle, represented Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School at the Annual North Coast Anglican Schools Cup in Coffs Harbour. The tournament brought together schools from across the region to compete in a round-robin chess competition.

Ashton and Xavier faced tough opponents from the very beginning but demonstrated remarkable determination and strategic growth as the day progressed. Each game sharpened their skills and showcased their resilience under pressure. By the end of the competition, both boys had displayed significant improvement in their play, earning respect from their peers and competitors alike.

Well done, Ashton and Xavier—you are excellent ambassadors for our school!

Mr. Aled Temperly

Iron Series

Last weekend, on 16th November Izzy Tate, Fletcher Burdekin, Jules Loemker, Layla Hutchinson and Lily O'Sullivan competed in the trial round of the Iron Series.. This event was to qualify for the 2024/2025 Shaw and Partners Iron Series which will begin in December.

These students demonstrated what it is like to truly encompass being a Lindisfarne student athlete. The grit and determination they showed over multiple disciplines was outstanding. What truly stood out also was the sportsmanship and support they show each other (not only athletes from their own club but also others.)

Former student Lily O'Sullivan has now qualified for the Iron Series which begins in December - we wish her all the best of luck for the upcoming series. Special mention also goes to Izzy Tate who competed in the enduro race on the Saturday narrowly missing Sunday's final.

Carla Petty
Strength and Conditioning Coach

Spotlight on Harlem Selvey and Isaiah Mammen

Harlem Selvey (Year 8) and Isaiah Mammen (Year 7) attended the NSW state Champion of Champions in Penrith, Sydney. Both Harlem and Isaiah made it to the quarter finals in the U14. Harlem came 5th and Isaiah 8th out of 32 in their age group.

Spotlight on Jack Kane

Wishing all the best to Jack Kane (Year 5) who is competing at School Sports Australia for Athletics this weekend. Good luck Jack!

Spotlight on Buzz Mecham

Buzz in Year 8 will be representing Queensland at the Australian Youth Championships in Baseball tournament in January. This is a really important time for Buzz as there will be Major League Baseball and College scouts from all over the USA attending. On behalf of everyone in the school, we hope you crack the big time Buzz!

Damien Clucas
Head of Sport and Activities

A Popular Choice for Years 7 to 10

In Term 3, 2023, horse riding at Kyllarie Retreat commenced and it has become a much-loved Thursday recreational sport for students in Years 7 to 10. The program has successfully catered to a diverse group of participants, from enthusiastic beginners keen to learn about horse care and riding, to experienced riders returning to refine their skills. These seasoned riders have also played an invaluable role in supporting and mentoring their peers, fostering a wonderful sense of friendship within the groups.

We’re thrilled to see such enthusiasm and growth among our students and look forward to continuing this rewarding program in 2025.

Two wonderful testimonials from current students Clare and Hannah:

Horse riding at Kyllarie Retreat is so much fun! The horses are really friendly, and after just a few lessons, you can see how much you improve. The instructors are super helpful, and you get more confident every time you ride. It’s the best place to learn and have a great time!

Clare Year 7

Horse riding is not something you would expect to see on a school sports list, which is why it is the best one! Kyllarie Retreat has given many students the experience that we will have for a lifetime. We would like to thank the wonderful instructors who put time and effort into making horse riding a wonderful experience each week. All the horses at Kyllarie are very well behaved and well trained which made it easier to learn to ride. In this short term we have learned how to get on the horse, safely get off the horse, ride up and down hills and to trot on the horse, we have also been involved in how to care, feed, brush and wash horses. Thank you to Mrs Mac, Mrs Konik, the lovely bus drivers who drove us to and from there every week, and all the instructors at Kyllarie. Horse Riding at Kyllarie has hands down been one of the best experiences that we have had.

Thank you
From Hannah and Allira Year 10

                                                                                Please use the link here to watch a video

Karen McCreery and Leona Konik
Horse Riding Teachers

On Wednesday, we had the pleasure of welcoming back Tiffani Seaton, a proud Alumni from the Class of 2016, who returned to our school as a representative of Young Change Agents. Young Change Agents is a not-for-profit social enterprise dedicated to empowering young people to identify challenges in their communities, reframe them as opportunities, and develop innovative solutions through an entrepreneurial lens.

Young Change Agents' social entrepreneurship programs help youth to see problems as opportunities. 51 students took part in an Academy for Enterprising Girls Workshop. Students worked in teams in this "hackathon-style" workshop to address community problems in the 1-day Discovery Program, through social entrepreneurship, and worked through the design thinking process to ideate, validate, prototype and finally pitch their social enterprise ideas back at the end of the day.

The enthusiasm in the room was infectious, with students embracing the opportunity to brainstorm, share ideas, and work collectively to design practical solutions. Each participant left the workshop not only with a sense of pride and accomplishment but also a keepsake t-shirt or tote bag to remember the experience. It was a privilege to witness our young leaders embracing entrepreneurial thinking and preparing to make a positive impact in their communities.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Tiffani and the Young Change Agents team for delivering such a meaningful and engaging programme. Opportunities like this are invaluable in helping our students realise their potential and take their first steps towards becoming agents of change in their own right.

Courtney Keast
Acting Director of BEE

This semester, our Year 9 Commerce students have worked tirelessly to bring their business ideas to life. As part of their Entrepreneurship unit, they embarked on the exciting journey of building a business from the ground up, navigating through the stages of idea generation, production, and promotion.

Last Wednesday, we had the pleasure of welcoming parents to campus to witness the incredible creativity and effort of our students. Their diverse range of products included slime, sunglasses, stress balls, hair spray, Polaroid photos, men’s fragrances, coasters, lanyards, bracelets, ceramics, flower bouquets, T-shirts, candles, soap, body butter, tie-dyed socks, and AirPod cases.

Through this experience, students continued to develop vital entrepreneurial skills such as design thinking, creativity, problem-solving, collaboration, and communication. These are invaluable skills that will serve them well, no matter the pathway they choose in the future.

Congratulations to all the students involved in yet another outstanding BEE Market Day. Your hard work and innovation have truly shone!

Courtney Keast
Acting Director of Business, Entrepreneurship and Enterprise

This week O Commons was abuzz with excitement on the 25th and 26th of November as some of our Year 8 and Year 9 students donned their sports uniforms and brought their sharpest minds to compete in the regional Junior Qualifier World Mathematics Championship!

Over two days of fierce competition, students faced challenges that pushed their critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity to new heights. From deciphering complex codebreaking puzzles to crafting intricate mazes, from lightning-fast racing challenges to head-to-head duels of strategy and logic, the competition showcased just how much fun math can be!

The air was electric as teams collaborated, strategized, and cheered one another on, proving that mathematics is more than just numbers—it’s about solving problems, thinking critically, and having fun along the way. The participants demonstrated incredible enthusiasm and resilience, embodying the spirit of friendly competition and teamwork.

Mrs McCann, Mrs Letters and Mr Malone are very proud of all the students who participated. A special mention to the top achievers on the day: Archie Wilson, Charlie Frazer, Charlie Buchan, Cooper Broxup, Elizabeth Cook, Ella Dombroski, Hugo Creagh, James Letters, Jay Hou, Marcus Fox, Olive Campomolla, Rob Cahill, Sam Ort, Thomas Stone and Violet Soady. Events like these remind us that math is not just a classroom subject but a tool to unlock creativity and innovation.

A big thank you to Giles Jacobson and Yvonne Tee who came across from Singapore to help make this event a success. Let’s hear it for our mathletes! 👏

A Short Poem about the event.

‘Twas the night before the Maths Championship, jitters were high,
To math books and calculators, students would say goodbye,
As OCommons was prepped, with anticipation and delight,
To transform the days into math challenges, thrilling and bright.

The students arrived, with sharp minds and their hands,
Ready to face all the brain-teasing plans.
From codebreaking puzzles to mazes so grand,
Each round brought excitement—it was truly unplanned!

The racing was fast, and the duels were full of flair,
With critical thinking floating and pages high in the air.
Math wasn’t just numbers; it came to life here,
In moments of triumph and rounds full of cheer.

All through the day,
Students did not dismay,
As their teamwork and spirit shone brilliantly through,
Substituting brilliant brainpower in all that they do.

Mrs McCann and Mrs Letters cheered them on with pride,
As students met challenges with “joy squared” on their side.
And as the event wrapped, a tradition was born,
A celebration of math to be yearly adorned.

Caitriona McCann
Maths Teacher

On Monday, the 18th, the Lindisfarne School of Rock brought the campus alive with a spontaneous pop-up concert held just outside the Commons. Showcasing the immense talent of all four of our rock bands, the event featured electrifying performances of hits from iconic bands such as The Eagles, AC/DC, Wolfmother, and many more.

The energy was contagious as the crowd of hundreds of students gathered to clap, cheer, and sing along to their favorite rock classics. The Commons transformed into a vibrant hub of live music, with the atmosphere buzzing from the enthusiasm of performers and audience members alike.

A heartfelt thank-you goes out to the rock ensembles for their hard work, passion, and for delivering such a memorable lunchtime experience. Events like these highlight the incredible musical talent within our school community and remind us of the power of music to bring people together. Bravo to everyone involved!

Johnny Grant
Music Teacher

Good to see some of our students making their way in the local music scene.

PureMotion Band comprising of Lindisfarne students:

Bronte Lee Woodger
Christopher Anderson
Sam Davies
Lachy Clear
Ben Kelly

Our very own LAGS students will be playing at the Coolangatta Hotel on Sunday, 8 December at 4pm. Also at The Iron and Resin in Currumbin on January 4th from 5pm. Please come down and support through these Christmas holidays.

Todd Hardy
Director of Performing Arts

The music video for ‘Say You’ll Stay’ the fourth song from the new EP from year 12 student, Josh Geoghegan, is now available on the Germinate Records YouTube Channel.

The video features Josh and year 11 student, Scout Bee Jones.

You can watch it right here.

Josh’s EP is now available on all major streaming platforms.

You can listen to it here.

Please support this talented student and the work of our recording studio students!

Brett Canning
Recording Studio Producer/Manager

Penny Moore
OOSHC Coordinator

This episode features live music from the Bay Street Block Party, new tracks from Jamie Misfud, updates on how to donate to the Giving Tree, and highlights from the Apple Vision Pro experience. Tune in now! 🎶🎧🎁🍎

Ryan Murphy
Head of House - St Andrew