2025 Term 2 Week 3 16 May 2025

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From the Principal

Foreword

Dear Parents and Guardians,

What a vibrant and fulfilling week it has been at Lindisfarne. It has been filled with celebration, recognition, and outstanding student achievements.

We are incredibly proud to share that Lindisfarne has been named a finalist in the 2025 Australian Education Awards. This recognition reflects the outstanding work of our students, staff, and wider community. We’ve been shortlisted in the following categories:

It is wonderful to see our School receiving well-deserved recognition on a National level and especially to see the leadership of our highly effective Deputy Principal, Charlotte Lush, being recognised in this way. Winners will be announced at the national gala in Sydney on August 8, and we are proud to stand among Australia’s leading schools in this celebration of excellence.

On Monday evening, our Year 11 (2026) Subject Selection Information Night was a valuable opportunity for students and families to explore the diverse pathways available in senior schooling. Thank you to our staff for guiding students through this important process.

Tuesday morning, I attended the Tweed Red Shield Appeal Business Breakfast, supporting the Salvation Army’s invaluable work in our region. That same community spirit was on display again today at our P&F Mother’s Day High Tea at Farm & Co – a truly beautiful event. Thank you to everyone who attended and to our hardworking P&F team for making it such a special occasion.

Looking ahead to next week, I’d like to invite you to Germinate Records Live, our annual fundraising concert for Tweed Palliative Care and Wedgetail Retreat.
Venue: The Citadel, Murwillumbah
When: Wednesday, 22 May at 6:30pm

All proceeds support this important local cause.

Our talented student songwriters and the Germinate Records Band will perform two sets of brand-new original music. It’s always a highlight on the Lindisfarne calendar and a great evening out.

Celebrating Sporting Excellence

Our students continue to represent Lindisfarne with distinction on state and national level.

  • Australian Age Swimming Championships:
    • Riley Johnston, battling tonsillitis, placed 6th in the 100m Breaststroke and won Bronze in the 50m Breaststroke – a truly courageous effort.

    • Koa Stotz delivered a phenomenal performance, earning three gold and three silver medals, and breaking two national records in the 50m and 100m Breaststroke.

Congratulations to Riley, Koa and Georgia Dunn for their outstanding representation.

  • Ayla Drury (Year 10) represented Queensland in the Rowing Pathway Program. Competing at the national interstate regatta, Ayla’s team placed 3rd overall in the quad scull – a remarkable achievement.

  • Elle Down (Year 4) continues to set new benchmarks in athletics, becoming the youngest Queensland Athletics State Champion in the 1500m (13-year-old division). Her time of 4:49 shattered a world record by 7 seconds – an astonishing result for a 10-year-old, and possibly a generational record.

As we settle into the rhythm of Term 2, I’m continually inspired by the drive and spirit within our school community. Let’s carry that positive momentum forward as we head into another exciting week at Lindisfarne.

Warm regards,

Stuart Marquardt
Principal

From the Acting Principal

From the Deputy Principal

From the Acting Deputy Principal

Chaplaincy

Chaplain's Column

Dear Members of the Lindisfarne Anglican School community,

Chaplains’ Update

As of term 2, I have gone from Full-time to Part-time (2 days a week) at Lindisfarne to take up the role of Parish Priest at Kingscliff and Pottsville Parish, 4 days a week. I will be continuing the Godly Play classes in the Junior School on Thursdays and will be at Mahers Lane Campus for half days on Monday and Wednesday. I will still be covering the Junior School and Stage 3 Chapel Services, and The Reverend Lyndon will be taking the rest of the Chapel Services and the Senior and Middle School Assembly chaplaincy reflections. We will both be available for the pastoral care and support of our students, staff and families.

Profound Gratitude

I would like to thank most sincerely all those who attended my Commissioning Service at St James Kingscliff on Saturday, May 3rd, 2025. My family and I feel very fortunate to be part of the Lindisfarne family. Thank you all for all your good wishes and prayers.

Helping our young people transform contemporary challenges

Modern life and contemporary society are increasingly marked by superficial relationships, individualism, and a lack of deep communication, leading to widespread loneliness and emotional instability. These challenges are compounded by relativistic thinking and fast-paced lifestyles that hinder meaningful reflection, dialogue and connection. However, the newly elected Pope Leo XIV encourages us, inspired by St. John Baptist de La Salle, to view these difficulties as opportunities to innovate in education and guide students with courage and faith toward fulfilling their God-given potential. Teaching our children and young people the art and practice of stillness and meditation is one of the ways we can assist them to find inner strength and peace.


A Blessing -St Theresa’s Prayer

As we conclude Week 3, I share this prayer of St Theresa with you:

May today there be peace within you.

May you trust God that you are exactly where you are meant to be.

May you not forget the infinite possibilities that are born in faith.

May you use those gifts that you have received and pass on the love that has been given to you.

May you be content knowing you are a child of God. Let this presence settle into your bones and allow your soul the freedom to sing, dance, praise and love. It is there for each and every one of us. Amen.

I wish you a restful and relaxing weekend.

The Reverend Constantine
Chaplain

Important Information

First Nations

Parents and Friends

Friends of the Arts

Safe on Social

ParentEd

1-2-3 Magic & Emotion Coaching

Managing Challenging Behaviours in Children Aged 2–12: Don’t Miss This Opportunity!

Are you looking for practical and effective ways to manage challenging behaviours in your children? Join us for an engaging series on 1-2-3 Magic and Emotion Coaching, a powerful, evidence-based approach designed to help parents and caregivers support their children through tough moments with calm and confidence.

This program is ideal for parents of children aged 2 to 12 years and offers easy-to-follow techniques that focus on setting limits, encouraging positive behaviour, and building strong emotional connections. You’ll learn how to respond to common parenting challenges without yelling, arguing, or losing control—while also helping your child develop essential emotional regulation skills.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain proven strategies that can make a real difference in your family’s daily life. Whether you're dealing with tantrums, defiance, or simply want to build a more peaceful home environment, this workshop is for you.

Starting next Thursday, 22nd May, this program runs over three sessions. Register now using the QR Code or https://www.trybooking.com/CYXEZ to secure your spot!


Julie Henry
Junior School Psychologist

Harmony Week

Student Voice

Upcoming Events

FunFest

Whole School News

School Fees and Lindisfarne Bus Information

School Fee Payments

If anyone wishes to pay their school fees in cash at either Mahers Lane or the Junior School, please call or email accounts@lindisfarne.nsw.edu.au in advance to make an appointment, outside of the start and finish bell times. Planning ahead will ensure you do not have to wait.


Lindisfarne Buses 

The Lindisfarne buses provide a service to and from the closest scheduled stop to the residential address of the family, this service does not have the capacity to meet requests such as transport for students to swap buses for travel to other locations for sport, work, social or other reasons. Should your child need to attend such an activity, we advise you to make alternative arrangements like carpooling to transport your child to their event.

Your understanding in this matter is appreciated.


Suzanne Halliday and Jodie Poole
Lindisfarne Accounts Team

SEQTA Engage App Reminder

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

Staff Bio

Teaching and Learning

Junior School

National Simultaneous Storytime

Waste Free Lunches

At Lindisfarne, we are encouraged to have waste-free lunches. This ensures the plastic we use does not impact the environment or animals.

Some alternatives to plastic that we can use for our lunches are reusable containers, homemade food rather than packaged food, and beeswax wraps. This makes sure our rubbish does not end up as litter.

It is important that we stop using plastic in our lunches so it doesn’t go into our oceans, where the sea creatures mistake it for food or get wrapped up in it, causing them to get entangled.

If we start having waste-free lunches, we can ensure that animals won’t eat the plastic that we use, while creating a cleaner environment.


Tessa Kelly and Max Piotrkowski
Junior School Sustainability Leaders

Junior School Sport

Dates for Term 2

Please find below some Term 2 - Junior School key dates to add to your calendar:

  • Wednesday starting 14 May (Wk 3) - AFL AUSKICK

  • Wednesday 21 May (Wk 4) - Girls Gold Coast Futsal Titles

  • Thursday 12 June (Wk 7) - DNK Cup Rugby

  • Friday 20 June (Wk 9) - LAGS P&F Golf Day

  • Monday 23 June - Total Football Academy Program concludes

  • Friday 27 June (Wk 10) - K-6 Athletics Carnival


FUN Cross Country

The FUN Cross Country was again postponed last Friday.


We will endeavour to run this carnival in Week 5 on Friday, 30th May.

Information relating to this carnival will be circulated in the week prior to the carnival.


Total Football Academy - After School Program

The Total Football Academy after school program will continue for the next 6 weeks and will conclude in week 9 on Monday, 23 June.

PLEASE NOTE MONDAY 9 June PUBLIC HOLIDAY WITH NO PROGRAM ON THIS DAY

This program is very popular and will fill quickly. These vacancies will be filled on a first come come first basis, so if you are interested, please register using the Parent Lounge.

The program will run again in term 3 and possibly term 4 this year.

Information about the program can be found in the Flyer here :

TFA Term 2 .pdf

AFL AUSKICK AND SUPERKICK are back

PLEASE NOTE THIS IS AN EXTERNAL PROGRAM RUN BY AFLQ, NOT LAGS

AFL Queensland will be running an AFL AUSKICK and AFL SUPER KICK program at Sunshine Avenue again in 2025. It will kick off in week 3.

WHEN: Starting Wednesday, 14th May for 6 weeks

TIME: 3.15pm - 4.15pm

WHERE: School Oval and Arkinstall Park

COST: $80. Includes an exclusive AFL goodies pack

To register, use the QR Code on this flyer:

AUSKICK.pdf

OR

Follow these Links:

Auskick (Kindy to Year 2) - https://www.playhq.com/afl/register/44b052

Superkick (Year 3 +) - https://www.playhq.com/afl/register/49504b

OR

Email Emily at emily.davis@afl.com.au

Football - Schools Challenge

PLEASE NOTE THIS IS AN EXTERNAL COMPETITION RUN BY TFA, NOT LAGS

The Total Football Academy will be running a Schools Challenge at the end of Term 2. Players can form teams from different Schools and can register for the Schools Challenge here.

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Register - Schools Challenge

Total Football Academy will be hosting a school tournament for players in Prep to Year 4.

The tournament will be held on Friday, 20th June.

Dates: Friday 20th June

Time: 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Age: Pre-Prep, Prep, Year 1, Year 2, Year 3 & 4 combined

Cost: $10 per player

Register:totalfootballacademy.com.au/school-challenge

Venue: Magic United FC, Birmingham Road, Carrara QLD 4211

Players are invited to form a team, or they can sign up individually and be placed in

to a team. The community tournament is non competitive and no scores will be kept.

Winning teams in each age group will be chosen by the club's core principles:

  • Team Work,

  • Fair Play and

  • Positive Attitude


General Information

All information relating to Sporting programs, Gala Days and Sporting Competitions run at the Junior Campus will be advertised at assemblies and in the Newsletter. Information will then be sent home to interested students and parents. Please keep an eye on the Newsletter for relevant information, events and sports meetings throughout the year.

Nathan Croft
Head of Sport - Junior School

The Round Square Heroes of Discovery


Over the past 3 weeks at the Junior School we have been spotlighting our latest Hero of Discovery ‘Compassionate Carlos!’

Compassionate Carlos reminds us that kindness and understanding are the heart of a strong community. Carlos inspires us to show empathy, offer help without being asked, and consider how our actions affect others. With Carlos as our guide, we learn that true compassion means listening with care, acting with love, and making space for everyone to feel seen and valued.

In classrooms across the Junior School, teachers have been sharing Carlos’ Hero Story, sparking meaningful discussions about how our interactions with others impact the world we live in.

Round Square Sidekick Writing Competition

We are incredibly proud of the Junior School students who entered the Round Square Sidekick Writing Competition at the end of last term, joining many other young writers from across the globe. While we eagerly await the final decision from Round Square, we want to take a moment to acknowledge and celebrate the creativity, imagination, and effort shown by our entrants.

To acknowledge their efforts, each student has received a certificate, an ice block voucher for the canteen and a much sought-after Hero Keyring—a special keepsake matching the Hero of Discovery they chose to write about.

To further honour their work, we will be showcasing these fantastic stories on our Hero Bulletin Board on our Junior School campus throughout the term, where staff, students, and families can enjoy and be inspired by their words.

Well done, young authors, you have brought our Heroes of Discovery and their sidekicks to life in a truly remarkable way!

Thank you to all our students for your ongoing efforts in building a school culture where we embrace compassion in our daily lives and make a positive impact on the world around us.

We look forward to spotlighting a new hero next week!

Angela Mundy
Assistant Head of Junior School

Green Team

Mahers Lane

Middle School

Head of Middle School

FUSE Cup

Many parents might hear the word “esports” and think it simply means more screen time, but the FUSE Cup is something quite different.

It’s a structured, values-based competition that helps students develop teamwork, resilience, integrity, and digital balance through face-to-face gaming in a safe and well-supervised environment.

This term, over 120 students from Years 5 to 8 took part in tryouts. After a competitive selection process, 24 students represented Lindisfarne in the regional competition, showing respect and sportsmanship throughout.

A special mention to Xavier Chittick, who was crowned Regional Champion after a closely contested final. He will now progress to the State Finals at Southern Cross University later this year.

​​Upcoming FUSE Cup Tryouts

Mr Jason Yates, our FUSE Cup Teacher in Charge, announced that tryouts for the next round of competitions began this week.

Students wishing to participate must sign up using the form shared via SEQTA and distributed by Middle School teachers.

Please note: Students must be able to commit to both training and competition dates, as this is a team-based event requiring consistent participation and collaboration.

For further information, students can speak directly with Mr Jason Yates.

Tournament of Minds

On Tuesday, during the Middle School Assembly, we shared the opportunity to be part of this year’s Tournament of Minds (TOM) with students who are curious about creative thinking, teamwork, and real-world problem solving.

Tournament of Minds brings together teams of students to tackle long-term, open-ended challenges in one of four disciplines: STEM, Language, Literature, Social Sciences, and the Arts. It’s an opportunity for students to think outside the box, explore big ideas, and work as a team under time pressure, with a strong focus on innovation and imagination.

As Evie shared in assembly, TOM is about more than just competition. It’s about "pushing the boundaries of innovation, teamwork, and imagination." Jack reminded students that if they’re ready to test their minds and embrace the challenge, this might be just the program for them.

We are once again proud to host the Regional TOM competition at Lindisfarne, with winning teams progressing to the NSW State Final in Sydney, and potentially the International Final later in the year.

2025 Tournament of Minds Key Dates:

Event Date

Regional Final (Lindisfarne) Saturday, 16 August 2025

NSW State Final (Sydney) Sunday, 7 September 2025

International Fina Saturday, 25 October 2025 (Location TBC)

A lunchtime taster session was held earlier this week, giving interested students a chance to experience creative problem-solving. If your child enjoys team challenges, performing, creative thinking, or simply loves a good puzzle, we encourage them to get involved.

Please note:

If your child is interested in participating, it is important that they are able to commit to the key competition dates listed above. Tournament of Minds is a team-based program, and regular participation is essential to building trust, collaboration, and momentum within their group.

For more information, students can speak with Miss Jacks or Miss Farmer, or parents can contact the Middle School Office directly.

We look forward to another exciting year of innovation, teamwork, and creative thinking.

Year 9 2026 Subject Selection Evening

We invite all Year 8 students and their families to attend the Year 9 2026 Subject Selection Evening on Monday, 19 May, commencing at 6:00pm in Ngahriyah.

This important event will provide insights into the subject offerings for Year 9, assisting students in making informed decisions as they transition into the Senior School. Staff will be available to discuss elective choices and answer any questions you may have.

Your attendance is highly encouraged to support your child's educational journey.

Middle School Photo Day – Tuesday, 20 May

A reminder that Middle School Photo Day will take place on Tuesday, 20 May. Students are expected to wear their full formal winter uniform, including:

Blazer and tie (compulsory for all students)

Polished black leather shoes

Hair neatly styled (tied back if longer than collar length)

Minimal jewellery in accordance with school policy

Please ensure your child arrives at school in their correct uniform, ready for their photo.

For any uniform needs, the Uniform Shop is open Monday to Thursday, 8:00am to 4:00pm. Online orders can also be placed via the Uniform Shop.

Helping Children Navigate Social Media

With growing national conversations about raising the age for social media access, now is a valuable time for families to reflect on how children engage with the online world.

Many Middle School students are already exploring social media, often in spaces not designed with younger users in mind. As a parent, your presence and guidance make a meaningful difference.

Here are a few small but powerful ways to stay connected:

Set up accounts together and explore privacy settings together.

Ask curious, open-ended questions, like “What’s something funny, confusing, or surprising you saw online this week?”

Agree on tech-free times or spaces - at dinner, in bedrooms, or during car trips.

Sit with your child regularly while they scroll or create. Ask them to show you what they enjoy, who they follow, or how they interact.

Parental supervision doesn't mean constant monitoring; it means being involved, available, and approachable. Children are far more likely to come to you when something feels off online if they know you’re already part of the conversation.

It’s not about restriction, it’s about relationship, trust, and walking alongside them as they grow in confidence and discernment.

Wait Mate Reminder – Holding the Line Together

As part of our ongoing support for healthy digital habits in Middle School, we continue to encourage families to consider the Wait Mate message: there’s no need to rush into smartphones.

We know that social pressure can build quickly, especially in Years 5 to 8—but it’s worth remembering that many families are choosing to wait. By talking openly with other parents and standing firm in your values, you’re helping create a culture where children aren’t isolated by doing things differently.

If conversations about phones are coming up at home, this might be a good time to revisit your family’s boundaries and check in with other like-minded families in your year group.

For supportive tools and conversation starters, visit waitmate.org.au.

Let’s keep reinforcing the message that childhood doesn’t need to be connected to a device.

Cathy Cox
Head of Middle School

Friday Focus: Training the Brain to See the Good

Understanding Our Evolutionary Wiring and Finding the Good First

Did you know that our brains are wired to look for what’s wrong before we see what’s right? This week, students in the Middle School learnt about negativity bias, an ancient survival mechanism passed down from our ancestors. Early humans had to be constantly alert to threats like predators or danger. This meant their brains were trained to notice what was “bad” first, so they could react quickly. That instinct has stayed with us, even though we’re no longer being chased by wild animals!

Year 5–6 Focus: “Good Before Bad”

For our younger students, the message is simple but powerful: start by finding what’s good in a situation. While it's natural to notice what’s wrong or disappointing, we are helping students to retrain their brains to notice the positive first. Whether it’s a group activity, a test result, or a new experience, asking “What’s good about it?” builds optimism and resilience.

Year 7–8 Focus: “What Is Good About It?”

As students enter adolescence, they face increasing challenges: social pressures, academic expectations, and constant exposure to the digital world. These factors can magnify their negativity bias. Adolescents are particularly sensitive to how they’re perceived and often scan for threats to their self-image or social standing. It’s no wonder they sometimes find it hard to stay positive.

Through guided discussions and activities, our Year 7–8 students are learning that self-awareness is key. While they can’t change the fight-or-flight response that kicks in when they feel stressed or threatened, they can learn to pause and respond rather than react. They are being taught practical strategies like:

  • Positive self-talk

  • Sharing concerns with a trusted adult or peer (“champions”)

  • Mindful breathing

  • Exercise and movement

  • Colouring and creative expression

  • Focusing on JOMO – the Joy Of Missing Out

By consciously choosing to look for the good, they’re building emotional strength and perspective, crucial life skills for navigating teenage years.

Parent Wellbeing: Breathe to Reset

As parents, your calm presence makes a big difference. Try this simple breathing posture to feel calm and confident:

  1. Stand tall and imagine an invisible wire gently lifting your head.

  2. Roll your shoulders back.

  3. Gently tighten your glutes.

  4. Take 10 slow, deep breaths, inhale through the nose, exhale through the mouth.

Repeat a few times a day. It only takes a minute, but you might be surprised by how much lighter you feel.

Amber Phillips
Dean of Students - Middle School

Year 6 - Courage to Care Incursion

On Thursday this week, all Year 6 students participated in the Courage to Care incursion. The Courage to Care Incursion is a talk and workshop where volunteers come in to speak about the survivors and upstanders of the Holocaust. We had a special guest come in, Peter, who shared with us his own story as a Holocaust survivor. He spoke to us about the struggles that his mother had to endure to keep him safe, such as hiding from the Nazi troops in a small, stuffy and confined bunker. Spending 13 months in a bunker, Peter's Dad going under a moving train to escape the cattle car, taking him to a death camp so he could go back to his home in Hungary, Peter has certainly gone through a lot.

We learned about upstanders during WWII such as Nicholas Winton, who saved over 400 children (not able to save the other 200 children left behind at the train station), and Irena Sendler, who dressed as a nurse and smuggled over 2500 Jewish children out of Warsaw Ghetto, through ways such as in an ambulance, in sacks for potatoes and even by placing an infant in a toolbox! The child who was in the toolbox is still with us to this day, and still has the spoon that was in the box with her at the time, given to her by her parents. We learnt about the struggle that Jewish people had to face under the Nazi Regime such as having to wear a golden star on their clothing to symbolise their Jewish background and having their shops vandalised, happening on Kristallnacht, or more commonly known as “The Night of Broken Glass”, where 91 Jewish people were killed and lots of houses and buildings were burnt down.

We then participated in a workshop where we discussed ways to be an upstander by contemplating quotes to delve deeper into their meaning to incorporate them into our daily life. We heard some very entertaining stories about the migration process from Hungary to Australia, including eating a banana for the first time and thinking cricket matches were held at a zoo. We are very grateful for the opportunity to learn about the Holocaust and WWII, and for all our special guests who came and spoke about it with us.

Jack Bennetts and Lachie Cornell


Senior School

From the Head of Senior School

Each week, I am reminded of the wisdom and compassion at the heart of our school.

I have often heard Reverend Constantine and Mr Marquardt remind our students that we are all a gift from God, and that we are all made equal in the eyes of God. These are not just words of comfort or tradition; they are fundamental truths that shape our identity as an Anglican school.

It is from these values that we draw our expectations for staff and students alike to model acceptance, tolerance, empathy, and kindness. These are not optional extras. They are integral to who we are and how we live alongside one another. Over the years, we have intentionally embedded these principles into our lessons, assemblies, pastoral care, and daily interactions. We do this not because it is easy, but because it is right.

That is why it is particularly disheartening when we see instances where students forget these values in the way they treat each other. No school is perfect, and I am not naive enough to expect a utopia. But what I will not accept is the idea that we cannot be better. I believe our students are capable of more and that they should strive for more. Words and actions matter. The way we treat others matters.

Discrimination based on sexual orientation is completely unacceptable. It is repugnant and has no place in the Senior School. We must do better, and we will. As a school, we must stand together in calling out prejudice based on sexual orientation when we see it, in educating with love and firmness, and in helping every child feel safe, valued, and included.

I ask all families to support their children in understanding this message. Talk about it at home. Reinforce it with your words and actions. Help us continue to create a culture where dignity, respect, and the worth of every individual are not just spoken, but lived. After all, every student has the right to feel safe at school.

Camps 2025

As we look ahead to camps in Week 5, I would like to take this opportunity to extend my thanks to our staff for the tireless work they have put into creating such rich camp experiences for our students in Years 9 to 11. The planning and preparation involved in running these programs is immense. These experiences will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression on our students and create memories they will carry for years to come.

A very special thank you must also go to Mrs Hayley McDonald, our Director of Careers and VET, for her tremendous efforts in crafting a rich and engaging “Activities Week” program for our Year 12 students who will remain at Mahers Lane. Mrs McDonald’s thoughtful planning ensures that our senior students continue to benefit from meaningful learning and career development opportunities during this time.

Camps are a vital part of our educational experience at Lindisfarne. They offer students the chance to build resilience, develop independence, strengthen relationships and step outside of their comfort zones. These immersive experiences support not only academic growth but also personal development and emotional wellbeing.

Participation in camps is not optional. It is an essential component of the Lindisfarne journey, and we expect all students to engage fully and enthusiastically in these programs. It is through such shared challenges and adventures that our young people truly grow.

Thank you once again to all who have made these experiences possible. We look forward to camp week.

Kate Cornell
Head of Senior School

Careers and VET Update

Year 12 Students Go Behind the Scenes at WSL with Bond University

Several of our Year 12 students recently demonstrated great initiative by independently taking part in the WSL Backstage Tour, an exclusive event hosted by Bond University in partnership with the World Surf League (WSL). Held at the WSL Championship Tour event at Burleigh Heads, this behind-the-scenes experience offered a unique glimpse into the dynamic world of elite sport and global media production.

By choosing to participate in this opportunity themselves, students showed a proactive attitude toward exploring future career pathways in sports journalism, broadcasting, high-performance sport, communications, and event management. The tour included rare access to live production trucks, the commentary desk, and the athletes’ preparation area, giving participants a first-hand look at what it takes to run a world-class sporting event.

Students also engaged with WSL professionals and Bond University academics, gaining insights into the real-world applications of skills and knowledge taught in university programs. The experience was both eye-opening and inspiring, helping students consider the many directions their future study and careers could take.

We commend our Year 12 students for seizing this opportunity and thank Bond University and the WSL for providing such an enriching and professionally focused experience.




La Trobe University

Aspire Early Entry Program

La Trobe University's Aspire Early Entry Program gives Year 11 and 12 students the chance to receive a conditional offer to university before final exams. It recognises community contribution, leadership, and academic potential.

Key Benefits:

  • Early offer to your preferred course.

  • Lower ATAR requirements via the Aspire ATAR.

  • Scholarship opportunities (up to $5,000/year).

  • Invitations to exclusive La Trobe events and webinars.

Aspire Streams:

  • Community Contribution

  • Year 11 Conditional Entry

  • Aspire Advance – study uni subjects in Year 12

  • Aspire Prepare – short online subjects to build uni-ready skills

  • Aspire Achieve Plus – uni subjects that can count toward ATAR

👉 2025 applications aren't open yet, but you can register now to stay updated:
🔗latrobe.edu.au/aspire


Macquarie University

Macquarie Leaders and Achievers Early Entry Scheme

Attention Year 12 students!

Macquarie University’s Leaders and Achievers Early Entry Scheme is your chance to receive an offer before final exams, based on your Year 11 results and contributions to school or community life.

Why consider it?
✅ Early university offer
✅ Recognition for leadership and involvement
✅ Eligible for scholarships up to $10,000/year

🗓 Applications open Monday, 16 June.

👉 More info:mq.edu.au/leaders-achievers


Camp Opportunity: Explore Agri-Science with the University of Tasmania

Are you a Year 11 or 12 student curious about where food comes from and how science can help feed the world?

The University of Tasmania’s 'Feed Your Mind, Feed the World' Camp is your chance to get hands-on with the science of agriculture in a free, fully supported three-day experience in stunning North West Tasmania.

What’s on offer:

🌾 Explore real-world farms and research sites

🧪 Get involved in science, tackling global food issues

🚜 Meet industry experts and discover exciting career pathways

Camp Details:

📅 When: 2–4 December 2025

📍 Where: North West Tasmania

👩‍🎓 Who: Year 11 and 12 students across Australia

💸 Cost: Free! (Includes transport, meals, and accommodation)

With only 25 places available, this is an exclusive opportunity to explore the future of food and your potential role in it.

👉 Learn more and apply now: utas.edu.au/feed-your-mind


University of Sydney

The University of Sydney Year 12 Information Evening 2025

Year 12 students are invited to a free online webinar with the University of Sydney. This session will provide key information about courses, entry pathways, and university life to help you plan your next steps.

🗓 Date: Wednesday, 11 June 2025
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM (AEST)
💻 Location: Online via Zoom
🔗 Register here: Click to register

Find out about:

  • Undergraduate course options

  • Admission pathways and support

  • What to expect as a first-year uni student

Don’t miss this valuable opportunity to get ahead in your transition from school to university.


SCA Portfolio Evening – Sydney College of the Arts

Year 12 students considering applying to the Sydney College of the Arts (SCA) in 2026 are invited to attend a free in-person Portfolio Evening. This is a great opportunity to receive one-on-one feedback and guidance to help strengthen your application.

🗓 Date: Tuesday, 3 June 2025
🕓 Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM (AEST)
📍 Location: Sydney College of the Arts, Old Teacher’s College (A22), Manning Road, Camperdown Campus
🔗 Register here: SCA Portfolio Evening

What’s included:

  • Personalised feedback on your portfolio from SCA academic staff

  • Tips for refining your visual arts submission

  • Info on Bachelor of Visual Arts and related courses

  • Insights into the creative community and facilities at SCA

Life of an Agricultural Scientist Webinar

Are you interested in a career that makes a real impact on the environment, food security, and sustainability? Join the University of Sydney’s free online session to discover what a career in Agricultural Science looks like.

🗓 Date: Tuesday, 21 May 2025
🕓 Time: 4:00 PM (AEST)
💻 Location: Online via Zoom
🔗 Register here: Life of an Agricultural Scientist Webinar

Hear from a current agricultural scientist about their daily work—from agribusiness and policy influence to sustainable farming practices and improving the food crops that feed the world. Learn about the University’s newly launched 3-year Bachelor of Agricultural Science and the 4-year Bachelor of Agricultural Science Honours degrees.

This webinar is perfect for Year 12 students curious about future-focused careers in agriculture and science.


Monash University

Discover Radiation Sciences, Radiography & Medical Imaging at Monash University

Year 12 students interested in health, technology, and patient care are invited to a free online webinar about Radiation Sciences, Radiography, and Medical Imaging.

🗓 Date: Wednesday, 21 May 2025
🕠 Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM (AEST)
💻 Online via Zoom
🔗 Register here: Monash Radiation Sciences Webinar

Learn about Monash’s Bachelor of Radiography and Medical Imaging (Honours) and Bachelor of Radiation Sciences degrees, career paths, and hear from current students.

Don’t miss this chance to explore exciting health technology careers!


Hayley McDonald
Director of Careers and Vocational Education & Training

Pastoral Care

Sport

Sport

As I type this, the Australian Interschools Surfing Championships are on at Kirra Beach. So many of our teams are progressing through to the pointy end of the tournament. Such thrilling viewing. Full write up next week.

We have had students representing NCIS at the NSWCIS Touch Football and Netball Championships throughout the week, with NCIS certainly punching above their weight for a small association.

Another massive week looming next week, as you can see below:

Week 4 Events:

Football CIS Cup

CIS Secondary Boys and Girls 19&U Hockey Championships

Border Schools Gala Day 2 (yrs 7-12) for AFL, Netball and Skateboarding

CIS Secondary Girls 16&U and 18&U Rugby 7's Championships

Netball Titans Secondary Schools Competition

Futsal Gold Coast School Titles (years 7-12)

21st - 10-12 Girls, 12 Boys

Sth QLD Regionals FUTSAL

22nd - 15 and 16 Girls

Sth QLD Regionals FUTSAL

23rd - 13 Boys, 13, 14 Girls

Rugby APS

NFL Flag 15 & U NSW North State Championships (yrs 7&8)

Rugby Scots PGC

NCIS Secondary Open Football

The consistent wet weather saw a revised version of this event, with only the Opens teams playing on synthetic pitches. Even then, the ball was struggling to move normally with the volume of water on the fake grass.

Both our teams went well, albeit we have handed the main silverware over to Bishop Druitt for the first time in 3 years, placing 2nd in both the boys' and girls.

Congratulations to the students selected to represent NCIS at CIS:

18&U Girls

18&U Boys

Asher Poole

Charli Wiegand

Ella Dombroski

Ivy Gilbert

Madison Fernance

Molly Eddy

Jack Edwards

James Letters

Maika Butler

Oscar Meulet

Rocco Bennett


Youth AFL Teams Impress at AFLQ Schools Cup

Last week, our Year 9 and 10 boys and girls represented Lindisfarne proudly at the AFLQ Schools Cup. Despite last-minute changes due to poor weather, with the venue shifting from Byron Bay to Brunswick Heads, both teams adapted well and showcased excellent sportsmanship and team spirit.

The boys’ team competed with determination across the day, securing a strong win in one of their three pool matches. They progressed to the consolation final, where they fought hard but were narrowly defeated in a competitive clash.

Our girls’ squad, made up of talented athletes from a range of sporting backgrounds, was outstanding. After clinching a close win in their opening match, the team grew in confidence and cohesion, going on to win both remaining round games. Their efforts earned them a spot in the grand final, where they dug deep in a tough contest to emerge as tournament champions.

The girls now progress to the AFLQ Schools Cup Quarter Finals, to be held on 24th July. We congratulate both teams on their efforts and look forward to seeing how the girls continue their journey in Term 3!



Rowing Squad Off to a Strong Start

The Lindisfarne Rowing Squad had an impressive start to the season at the SQSC Regatta held at Wyaralong Dam over the weekend. Our athletes showed great determination and teamwork across a range of events, with several standout results:

  • Ayla & Ruby – 2nd in the G2x

  • Ruby – 2nd in the G1x Division 1

  • Ayla – 1st in the G1x Division 2

  • Ash, Annabelle, Liv & Ivy – 3rd in the GY10 4x(+)

  • Liv & Ivy – 6th in the GY10 2x

A huge congratulations to all rowers for their commitment throughout the day. We’re proud of this strong start and excited for the season ahead!

If you’re thinking about joining the Lindisfarne Rowing Program, please contact Tara Townsend at tara.townsend@lindisfarne.nsw.edu.au for more information.

Spotlight on Astrid Young

Astrid (Year 9) achieved an outstanding result at the recent Queensland State Championships for Artistic Roller Skating, securing 2nd place in her competition. Congratulations, Astrid!


Damien Clucas
Head of Sport & Activities

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RECENT GAMES

QLD RUGBY ALL SAINTS 7s

The 2025 QLD Rugby All Saints Rugby 7s were held at Coomera Crushers Rugby Club on Tuesday 6th (Girls) and Wednesday 7th (Boys) May, and our boys’ U18, U16 and U14 squads and girls’ U18 and U16 squads all competed in the tournament.

U18 Boys

The U18 boys played four games in the All Saints 7s tournament, playing in the U18 Boys Division 1. Unfortunately, we were without our year 11 boys and had to take up a small squad with only 9 players being available and a number getting injured. In the first game against Trinity Lutheran, our boys went down 5-10, and this was followed up by another close loss to Emmanuel College, 10-15. After a break, we then played All Saints and unfortunately, went down by one try, 12-19 again. In our last game, we played Trinity Lutheran once more and ended up winning this game by default as we had to loan Trinity players to field an opposition. The standout on the day was Charlie Semler, who improved with every game, especially on attack. Charlie was supported by Sam Stovin, Koen Hodge and Finley Watson, who all brought energy, speed and skill to the 4 games.


U14 Lindisfarne Lions Rugby Report

The U14 Lindisfarne Lions have enjoyed a strong and encouraging start to their Term 2 rugby campaign, showing resilience, attacking flair, and a growing sense of cohesion across both 7s and 15s formats.

The term kicked off with a long and chilly trip inland to Armidale for the NCIS 7s tournament. Despite arriving in chilly conditions, the team put in a determined performance in their opening match, narrowly going down 5–7 to the hosts, The Armidale School. Undeterred, the boys bounced back superbly with a series of impressive wins. First came a hard-fought 12–5 victory over Emmanuel College (Ballina), followed by dominant displays against Bishop Druitt College (38–0) and Kempsey Adventist School (52–0). The tournament was an excellent first hit-out in the 7s format for the season and a great opportunity to build match fitness and chemistry. Special mentions go to Freddy, Oli Wilson, and Theo Searle, who each scored multiple tries throughout the day and were instrumental in the team’s attacking success.

Back in the 15-a-side format, the Lions faced All Saints Anglican School on 2 May in what turned out to be one of their best performances of the year so far. In a high-tempo and physical encounter, Lindisfarne controlled the match with disciplined structure and attacking intent, running out 42–21 winners. The result was a testament to the team’s improving set-piece execution, defensive organisation, and ability to capitalise on scoring opportunities, with Jack Brown and Coby Ellison scoring a double each.

The following week saw the team travel to Coomera for their APS fixture against St Stephen’s College. With the U14 squad split to allow the U13s to play their fixture, the reshuffled team rose to the challenge with another strong showing. The Lions secured a 43–19 win, highlighted by a hat-trick of tries from Frederico Tavares, who was a constant threat with the ball in hand. Coby Ellison provided stability and control from the flyhalf position, dictating the pace of the game effectively, while Jack Brown made an impressive debut at fullback, showcasing great positioning and confident counter-attacking play.

A challenging fixture against Somerset College on 16 May lies ahead, and the team is eager to test themselves once again.

With momentum building and confidence growing, the U14 Lions look set for a strong second half of the term.

U18Girls

Our U18 girls once again struggled for numbers with the bare minimum of 7 attending the tournament, and it wasn’t long until we battled away with even fewer numbers.

With the normal never give up attitude and positivity shown by our senior girls, they managed to pull through the day with 2 wins, a draw and a loss to finish second overall, which was a fantastic achievement under the circumstances. Our only loss came against the eventual winners, All Saints, who had the luxury of having a large squad.

The demands of 7’s require a high level of fitness, and not having subs really tested our girls. The team scored some good tries in challenging conditions with the mud sucking the life out of our girls' tired legs by the end of the day.

It was fantastic to have the ever impressive Ruby Power back, making huge contributions on both attack and defence for the team for the time she was on the field.

Player of the tournament for the U18’s went to Ruby Lynch, who continues this impressive journey she finds herself on. Never shy to commit to a tackle, and her understanding of the game is always improving.


U16 Girls

Our U16 Girls Rugby 7s team delivered a dominant performance at their recent tournament, finishing the day undefeated with a remarkable 143 points scored and only 35 conceded. The team showcased excellent cohesion, skill, and determination across all games. Sooke Paley was outstanding on the wing, using her pace and footwork to cross for an incredible 18 tries. Milla Sergiacomi was instrumental around the breakdown and in attack, contributing four tries and consistently driving the team forward. Sienna Wright impressed with her strength and resilience in defence, making crucial tackles throughout the day. Makayla Simmonds continued to grow in confidence, adding a try and expertly converting nine goals, while Remy Brown demonstrated her strong rugby IQ by setting up several tries with quick decision-making and smart ball movement. It was also fantastic to see Eden Davison and Pearl Baker step up in their first tournament, both showing great potential and commitment on the field. It was an exceptional team performance and a great reflection of the hard work and spirit these girls bring to the game.

KEY DATES

Please see the upcoming key dates for our rugby program below. You can find the full list of key dates HERE.

Wednesday, 21 May

CIS Girls Rugby 7s Trials (U16, U18 Girls)

Thursday, 22 May

NSW Rugby FNC Secondary 10s (U18)*

Friday, 23 May

APS Rugby RD6: U16/Somerset v All Saints (All Saints), U15 v All Saints (All Saints), U14 v All Saints (All Saints), U13 v TBD (TBD)

Monday - Thursday, 25 - 29 May

Camp Week

Friday, 30 May

APS Rugby RD7: Fixtures TBD

Wednesday, 4 June

ACISES Representative Rugby Trials (U16 and U18)

Friday, 6 June

APS Rugby FINALS TBD



OTHER ITEMS

NSW Rugby FNC Dolphins 7s Academy

The Dolphins Rugby 7’s Academy is being offered for boys and girls aged 13–17 who play rugby in the NSW Far North Coast. The key details are below:

What You’ll Get:

  • Expert Coaching to improve your skills, fitness, and game play

  • Training in key areas: Nutrition, injury prevention, fitness, ball handling, and more

  • Exclusive Academy Kit to wear with pride

Academy Dates & Locations:

  • May 25th – Casuarina

  • June 29th – Byron Bay

  • July 27th – Lennox Head

  • August 31st – Evans Head

Details:

  • For boys and girls aged 13–17

  • 24 players maximum per age group

  • A small fee to cover operational costs and the training kit

  • You don’t need to attend all 4 dates, but you must attend a minimum of 2.

Daily Schedule:

  • 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Field session 1

  • 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM: Classroom session

  • 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM: Beach fitness/fun games

  • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Field session 2

  • 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM: Games

To register, fill out the attached Expression of Interest (EOI) form below. Spots are limited, so get in quick!

https://form.jotform.com/250970472064053

Any questions, email Will Campbell (will.campbell@nsw.rugby)

Lindisfarne Rugby Game Footage

We will endeavour to record as many matches as possible for the remainder of the year, with preference given to U18 boys and girls, and add to the below list:


Salt Bar Sponsorship

We are extremely proud to have the Salt Bar as sponsors of the 2024 Lindisfarne Rugby Program.

As part of this sponsorship, Salt Bar has generously provided all members of the Lindisfarne rugby community (e.g., parents, supporters, friends) with a 10% discount on food and drinks.

You can use this discount anytime you are at the Salt Bar, and to access this discount:

  1. Download the Pass app via the App Store or Google Play

  2. Go to More > Promo Code and enter the code LINDISFARNE

  3. Make sure to use the Pass app when ordering food and drink at the Salt Bar




Player of the Day / Game

As part of our sponsorship with the Salt Bar, we are very lucky that all our Players of the Day / Game will receive a $25 voucher to spend on food and drink at Salt Bar.

List of Players of the Day

Term 1

1st XV

Kings

Sam Stovin

U16

Kings

Will King

U14

Kings

Oli Wilson

U12

Kings

George Taylor

1st XV

All Saints

Pipp Pheloung

U16

All Saints

Rhys Jones

U14

All Saints

Oli Costello

1st XV

Somerset

Mani Lopez

U16

Somerset

Adam Price

U14

Somerset

Campbell Patterson

U12

Somerset

David Dickens

1st XV

Collingwood

Koen Hodge

U16

Collingwood

Teo Martin

U13

Casuarina

Sid Beard

U12

Casuarina

Archie Kinnaird

U16G

Miami SHS 7s Girls

Milla Sergiacomi

U12

Miami SHS 7s Primary

George Taylor

U15

AB Paterson - APS

Leo Wadsworth

U14

Emmanuel College - APS

Sky Brebner

1st XV

St Patricks

Sam Stovin

1st XV

Narre Warren

Koen Hodge

1st XV

St Edmunds

Eddie Esgate

1st XV

St Brendans Yeppoon

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1st XV

Marist Emerald

Sam Stovin

U16

Kings

Teo Martin

U16

Brisbane Grammar

Will Stovin

U16

St Edmunds

Louis Jones

U16

Rockhampton Grammar

Archie Loemker

U16

Kings

Donovan Miller

U14

St Patricks

Oli Wilson

U14

Iona

Charlie Dunn

U14

Sunshine Coast

Coby Ellison

U14

Brisbane Grammar

Zander Rosser

U14

Downlands

Preston Robertson

U12

Armidale School Carnival

George Taylor


Term 2

1st XV

NCIS 7s

Finley Watson

U16

NCIS 7s

Donovan Miller

U14

NCIS 7s

Oli Wilson

U18G

NCIS 7s

Lois Diver

U16G

NCIS 7s

Jasmine Harrison

U16

All Saints - APS

Harvey Vecht

U15

Somerset - APS

TBD

U14

All Saints - APS

Jack Brown

1st XV

All Saints 7s

Charlie Semler

U16

All Saints 7s

Will King

U14

All Saints 7s

Frederico Tavares

U18G

All Saints 7s

Ruby Lynch

U16G

All Saints 7s

Makayla Simmonds



Physio Place Sponsorship

The Lindisfarne Rugby Program is very fortunate to have The Physio Place from Tweed Heads as a sponsor in 2025. Physio Place is one of the leading physiotherapy practices on the Gold Coast and is headed up by one of our Lindisfarne alumni, Dr Carly Jennar. Dr Jennar has an extensive background in contact sports and currently works with Tweed Seagulls Rugby League Cup squad, Brisbane Broncos NRLW team, QLD Women’s State of Origin team and has been to two Rugby League World Cups with both the Australian and Papua New Guinea Women’s National teams. You can find out more about the team of staff at Physio Place HERE.

As part of this sponsorship, Physio Place will provide Lindisfarne rugby players and families with discounted physiotherapy consultations ($30 reduction in charges) at Physio Place in Tweed Heads (next to Rebel Sport). They will also assist with:

  • Physiotherapy support and first aid during home games

  • Strapping at a suitable time before home and away games for players at school

  • Triage for any injured players at the school on the day after match days or tournaments;

  • Physiotherapy support for major tournaments (e.g., Ballymore Cup and QLD All Schools) at tournament locations.


If you need physiotherapy or have any injuries, please contact Physio Place on (07) 55239994 or you can also book online at their website HERE.

Monday After School (Y7-12) and Tuesday Before School (1st XV Wider Squad) Training

PLEASE NOTE THE WEDNESDAY AM SESSION IN TERM ONE HAS BEEN MOVED TO TUESDAY AM FOR TERM 2 FOR THE 1st XV WIDER TRAINING SQUAD. There will be 6 of these training sessions in term 2, and they will be held in W2 (6/5), W3 (3/5), W4 (20/5), W6 (3/6), W7 (10/6), and W8 (17/6).

In 2025, our main training sessions outside of school time are on Monday after school (1530-1645) for all Y7-12 players and Tuesday before school until the end of P1 (0700-0940) for our 1st XV wider squad. Rugby union is a team sport, and we still need as many of our players to be in attendance week in and week out to grow the Lindisfarne rugby program. If there is any way we can be of assistance to help facilitate this, please let us know.

Also, please note we will NOT be sending reminders for these training sessions (all players and families should assume our Monday afternoon and Tuesday morning training sessions will ALWAYS BE ON), however we will let you all know with as much time as possible if we need to cancel a session due to weather or other factors.


School Uniform and Training Attire

Students should be in proper training attire (NOT school sports uniform) with mouthguard, boots and any other equipment they play with for every training session. This requirement also includes integrated school sport on Thursday, i.e., students should wear our rugby training top or similar and not the school sports polo at this time. Alongside this, students should have a towel and a spare school uniform to change into in case there is wet weather.

Outside of rugby training times, students should be in the correct uniform, which includes wearing the school sports polo on Thursday in P1-2 and P5-6 and in PE lessons and not rugby training tops.



Stack Team APP

The Stack Team app will be our Rugby Union program’s main form of communication for all our squads.

As a reminder, both parents and Boys’ / Girls’ 7s students who have parental permission for smartphones will need to download the app and join the Lindisfarne Rugby Program in the app.

To download the Stack team app, use the following links:

● iOS: https://www.teamapp.com/ios-ap...

● Android: https://www.teamapp.com/androi...

Once downloaded, please search for 'Lindisfarne Rugby Program' and request to join.

More Information

If you have any questions about the above, please do not hesitate to contact Dr. Coyne (jcoyne@lindiisfarne.nsw.edu.au)

Joseph Coyne
Director of High Performance Athlete & Sports Development

Outdoor Education

Agriculture

Business, Entrepreneurship and Enterprise

English

Debate Club


Emily Brewer
Acting Director of English

Year 10 English

This term, Year 10 students are delving into the Codes and Conventions of Crime Writing. In this task, students were given the prompt:

Coffee is delivered to the police station by an anonymous donor. One of the cups does not have a name written on it. Instead, there is a creepy note, and the cup is filled with something far more sinister than coffee.

This prompt positioned students to employ a range of literary devices and conventions of crime to create suspense and intrigue in their stories. After completing their stories, students were asked to create a book cover and blurb for their stories. This allowed them to connect the elements of their story to different symbols and codes to communicate meaning and elements of the plot in their covers and blurbs.

“Ted’s heavy eyes moved across the room, weighing out his allies and enemies. He trained his eyes on the blood that speckled quietly on Sarah’s fingernails. Ted examined the interrogation room, a small room with a dusty navy coloured wallpaper. Some parts torn off, some with nail scratches sprinting down like a waterfall.”- Aura, Year 10

“Something was wrong. Not just strange or out of place, but deeply, unmistakably wrong. Another step, the room suddenly suffocating, the lights from the break room slowly dissipating.

Pat called out, “Guys, did someone-” the hallway was plagued by silence once more.”- Rob, Year 10


“This for me?” Oakley nodded, praying she got Lola’s order right.

“Sorry, I take almond milk in mine. Don’t let it go to waste, though. Jeff, you want it?”

The next few moments were like flashes of a horror movie. Screaming, though Oakley couldn’t tell if it was her own or Jeff’s, as he collapsed to the ground.” - Bella, Year 10

Aliah Whitesides,
Acting Coordinator of English

Creative Industries

Debating and Public Speaking

French

Humanities

Languages

Dance

Mathematics

Mathematics Assessments – A Reminder for Years 7, 8 and 10

As we approach the middle of the term, a reminder that students in Years 7, 8, and 10 will be completing Mathematics assessment tasks next week.

Students have received their Assessment Notifications through Google Classroom and SEQTA. It’s important they review these documents carefully so they are clear about the topics being assessed, the format of the task, and the expectations. Students should also be engaging in regular revision each night in the lead-up to their test to consolidate their understanding and improve their confidence.

If any student feels unsure about a concept or needs clarification, they are strongly encouraged to:

  • Ask their class teacher for help during lessons or at recess/lunch

  • Attend Maths Help, which runs every morning before school and every lunchtime in M13 (a timetable is included below).



We have been pleased to see some active revision strategies in action. One of our Year 7 classes recently revised Directed Numbers with a hands-on scavenger hunt activity, where students moved around the classroom solving task cards and applying their knowledge in a fun and engaging way. A few snapshots of the activity are included below.


Let’s continue encouraging our students to stay proactive in their preparation and seek support when needed.


Karen West
Mathematics Coordinator

Maths

Performing Arts

Finding Nemo Jr - The Musical

The Big Chill Festival

Is coming! Keep an eye out in future Newsletters for information on how to secure your tickets.

Mitsuki Burgener - Selected for Australian Honours Ensemble Program

We are thrilled to share that Mitsuki Burgener has been selected to represent Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School as a violinist in the prestigious Australian Honours Ensemble Program (AHEP) 2025, hosted by Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University.

This year, the program received an outstanding 695 auditions from across the country, making Mitsuki’s selection a truly remarkable achievement and a reflection of her dedication, skill, and musical excellence.

Mitsuki will join other top young musicians from around Australia in October for a four-day intensive of rehearsals and performance at the Conservatorium in Brisbane.

This exciting news comes just ahead of Mitsuki’s upcoming European Tour with the NSW Regional Youth Orchestra, where she will perform in some of Europe’s most iconic musical cities — Vienna, Salzburg, Munich, and Berlin — in late June to early July.

We congratulate Mitsuki on these exceptional opportunities and look forward to watching her continued success on the national and international stage.


Dale Norton
Music Teacher

Germinate Records

Germinate - Live at the Citadel

Tickets available via the following link: Book Here

Brett Canning
Recording Studio Producer/Manager

PDHPE

Photography and Digital Media

Science

Visual Arts

Learning Enrichment

Round Square

International

Sustainability

Sustainability

Patrick Brabant
School Assistant - Sustainability

Lindisfarne Recording Studio

Digital Space

Chess Club

Co-curricular and Extra-curricular

Library

Alumni

Uniform Shop

OOSHC

Buildings and Facilities

Careers@Lindisfarne

Careers at Lindisfarne

Are you interested in working at Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School or know someone in our community looking for their next role? The position title links will direct you to our Careers Portal for the latest opportunities and how to apply.


OOSHC Educator

If you have a genuine enjoyment in working with children, join our team as a part time OOSHC Educator. This position is based at the Junior School campus in Tweed Heads.

Expressions of Interest - General Hand

This is a casual grounds and general maintenance position, with potential for ongoing employment for the right candidate.

Casual Bus Driver

Applications are invited from experienced Bus Drivers for casual work. You must hold a NSW MR Drivers Licence (or higher) and a NSW Bus Driver Authority (or be willing to obtain one).

Enquiries can be emailed to employment@lindisfarne.nsw.edu.au.

Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School is a Child Safe organisation. The School actively promotes the protection, safety and wellbeing of all students, and requires all staff to be suitable and committed to upholding the Child Safe Standards. All staff employed by Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School are expected to undertake Child Protection training and hold a current NSW Working With Children Check clearance. Please see Working with Children Check (WWCC) for more information.

Angela Harris
Recruitment and Onboarding Officer

Jobs Vacant - External

Community News

Christianity Explained Sessions

Cultural Engagement

Cricket

Food Technology

Japanese

Rowing

Nurse

Lindisfarne TV

Lindisfarne TV - Episode 35

In this special episode of LTV, we honour the spirit of service, community, and creativity at Lindisfarne:

ANZAC Reflections – Lindisfarne students take part in ANZAC services broadcast across the nation, representing our school with pride and respect.

Cape York Highlights – Join us for a look at the unforgettable Service Trip to Cape York, where students spent meaningful time immersed in Indigenous communities.

Music Spotlight – We go behind the scenes at Meet the Music Tutors and Music Teachers Night, with special guest performances that showcase the incredible talent in our Lindisfarne music program.

Don’t miss this inspiring episode – a celebration of remembrance, connection, and creativity.

Tune in now!


Ryan Murphy
Lindisfarne TV Coordinator

Professional Practice, Innovation and Partnerships

Harmony