Dear Lindisfarne Parents and Guardians,

Welcome back to Term 2. I trust the Easter break provided time for rest, reflection, and renewal, and that our students have returned with renewed energy and readiness for the term ahead.

At Lindisfarne, we often speak about education extending beyond the classroom, about shaping character, building resilience, and providing experiences that prepare young people for life. The closing weeks of Term 1 were a powerful reflection of this in action.

Our students were immersed in a remarkable breadth of opportunities, from the excellence of our School Musical ‘Beauty and the Beast’, Round Square trip to Ballarat, Germinate Records collaboration with fellow Apple Distinguished School, Lakefield College School Canada, our Rugby teams representing our school at the Ballymore Cup and the Armidale Carnival, and the Australian Rowing Championships. Each of these experiences represents more than participation; they are moments where confidence is built, friendships are strengthened, and students discover more about themselves and their potential. None of this would be possible without the extraordinary commitment of our staff, and I extend my sincere gratitude for the time, care, and energy they invest in our students.

As a community, we are also reminded that our values must guide how we treat one another, both in person and online. Following my recent communication to families regarding TikTok, I want to reaffirm that behaviour which disrespects or demeans others has no place at Lindisfarne. We continue to address this matter seriously and thoughtfully, and I ask all families to support us in reinforcing the importance of respect, responsibility, and integrity in all interactions, particularly in digital spaces. Together, we play an important role in ensuring our School remains a safe and supportive environment for all.

Over the Easter break, a number of important facilities projects progressed across both campuses. At Sunshine Avenue, the dry creek bed works funded by our P&F are well underway, alongside the installation of new custom-made Kindergarten lockers. At Mahers Lane, the Year 7 Centre continues to take shape, with the ground-floor slab now poured, while works on the Creative Industries precinct, relocateable grandstands on the top oval, and upgrades to DS1 and student facilities have progressed significantly. These developments reflect our ongoing commitment to providing environments that support learning, wellbeing, and connection.

This Saturday, we will pause as a nation to observe ANZAC Day. It is a time to reflect on the courage, endurance, mateship and sacrifice of those who have served our country, and to honour the values and selflessness that continue to shape our community. For our students, it is an important reminder that the freedoms we enjoy today have been built on the sacrifices and great suffering of previous generations. I encourage families to attend a local Anzac Day service, take a moment for quiet reflection, and share with your children the meaning of commemorating this significant day.

These sentiments have been so well captured in the powerful video clip put together by Year 11 student James Letters, which honours Lance Corporal Walter Anderson of Murwillumbah. Please take a moment to watch James’ video of reflections on the 1941 Greek campaign.

Looking ahead, we are excited to celebrate our Foundation Day in Week 3 on Tuesday, 5 May at our Mahers Lane Campus, including the Official Opening of the Senior Centre and Food Technology Classrooms. Thursday, 7 May at our Junior School, Sunshine Avenue Campus. This will be a significant milestone in the life of our School, not only in the completion of facilities, but in what they represent: our continued investment in the future of learning at Lindisfarne. We warmly invite you to join us for this special occasion. Further information can be found on the invitation below. See the link HERE to register your attendance.

As we begin Term 2, we do so with a clear sense of purpose: to continue nurturing young people of character, capability, and compassion.

With a long weekend ahead, I hope you enjoy the opportunity to spend time with family and friends.

Warm regards,

Stuart Marquardt
Principal

Please use the following link to register your attendance: LINK 

Dear Parents, Guardians, Staff and Students,

For my articles this year we are focusing on the Six Ideals of Round Square and their subcategories. In this article we will look at the Ideal of Adventure.

At its heart, adventure is about stepping out of our comfort zone and trying something new.

In this week’s Chapel Service, I based my talk on the Apostle Peter having the courage to step out of the boat, to come to Jesus, who was defying the laws of gravity, by miraculously walking across Lake Galilee.

When the disciples first saw Jesus walking on the lake they, understandably, couldn’t believe their eyes. But Jesus answered their bewilderment by saying “take courage, it is I, don’t be afraid.”

However, if we were to translate Jesus’ words more literally, it would read, “take heart, fear not, I AM is here”,

In trying to polish up Jesus’ actual response into grammatically correct English, most translations miss the gravitas of Jesus’ response, as he’s actually claiming God’s Covenant name, Yahweh, meaning, ‘IAM WHO I AM.’

So, what Jesus was saying to his disciples was, in effect, “what are you worried about? God is here!”

But when Peter challenged the hypothesis of Jesus’ gravity defying divine stroll, much to his amazement, he was able to walk on water too.

This was until he took his eyes off Jesus and became anxious about the reality of the situation that he began to sink.

Peter, with no time to lose, prayed the most important prayer request anyone could ever pray to Jesus, “Lord, save me!”

We read that, ‘immediately Jesus reached out his hand and caught him, saying, “you of little faith, why did you doubt?”’ Two things are significant here:

Firstly, the opposite to fear is often considered to be courage, but from a Christian perspective, it’s actually faith that is the opposite to fear - a faith that leads to courage.

Secondly, Jesus’ immediate action of saving Peter, is exactly why he came. In fact, Jesus’ name, literally for the Hebrew, Yahshua (Joshua in English), means ‘Yahweh saves.’ And this is exactly what Peter experienced, first hand.

There is so much anxiety and fear in our world today, especially among our young people, due to a myriad of reasons - the impact of social media, cost of living, political polarisations, natural disasters, global conflicts, and also the micro stressors they experience every day.

The Christian answer to this, is not just to pluck up the courage from anywhere, but to base it on a faith response to God, made manifest in Jesus Christ.

It is a faith response which I have sought to inhabit each and every day for more than 30 years and I can testify to the fact that it has resulted in an amazing, ongoing, adventure.

However, it needs to be said that adventure is not about being reckless but about taking calculated risks.

We now know, hat in regards to neurological development, the prefrontal cortex, which is the part of the brain responsible for assessing risk and consequence, doesn’t generally reach full maturity until around the mid to late 20s.

This is important for our young people to be aware of, and also for us as parents, caregivers and teachers to keep in mind.

We want to encourage our young people to step out of their comfort zones by taking calculated risks, not for them to take dangerous risks that may have catastrophic consequences.

Finally, adventure comes from the Latin word ‘adventurus’ which means ‘about to happen.’

It is why Christians call the period leading up to Christmas, ‘Advent’ because, celebrating the birth of Jesus is ‘about to happen!’

This sense of adventurus - ‘it’s about to happen’ - is very timely for our year 7-11 students who are to embark on the adventurous journey of camp this term in week five..

My encouragement to all campers is to take this opportunity to step out of your comfort zones by taking calculated risks and encourage your friends to join you in that adventure.

For you will never grow if you never have a go!

Blessings, Reverend Lyndon
Chaplain

School Photos 2026

School photo days are scheduled across both campuses in early May. Families are asked to note the following dates carefully, as students must be present on their allocated day to appear in class photos.

• Tuesday, 5 May: Preschool Joeys and Possums, Sunshine Avenue sibling photos, and cross-campus sibling photos
• Wednesday, 6 May: Preschool Echidnas and Koalas, Kindergarten to Year 4 class and individual photos
• Tuesday, 12 May: Middle School homeroom and individual photos, Mahers Lane sibling photos
• Wednesday, 13 May: Senior School House tutor and individual photos, Mahers Lane sibling photos
• Friday, 15 May: Catch-up day (individual photos only, Mahers Lane
  

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School Fee Cash Payments

If anyone is wishing to pay their school fees in cash at either Maher’s Lane or the Junior School, could you please call or email accounts in advance to make an appointment, outside of start and finish bell times.

Planning ahead will ensure you do not have to wait.

Events and Payments

Please ensure you check in SEQTA/Parent Lounge, under “Accounts & Payments” drop down menu, to see if you have any invitations outstanding under “Events & Payments”. There are many outstanding Events that require your attention before the Event closes. This also includes Elective Subject Levies that remain outstanding for Term 1, along with Camps, excursions etc.

We appreciate your assistance in keeping on top of your Event acceptances, which will ensure that you are not sent further email reminders to accept/pay.

Email: accounts@lindisfarne.nsw.edu.au

Lindisfarne Buses

The Lindisfarne buses provide a service for students registered to travel to and from the closest bus stop to the residential address of the family. The Lindisfarne Bus 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.

We write to provide a reminder regarding the scheduled departure times for our School provided bus service. To ensure all students arrive at School safely and on time each morning, it is essential that the buses depart promptly at their designated intervals.

The full schedule including all routes and times can be viewed here on our website. We ask that you please review your route and stop time, and that students arrive at the bus zone prior to the departure times listed.

If you use the Route A intercampus bus, please note that the last morning departure for this service is 8.20am. Students must be at the Chapel to meet the supervising staff member by 8.15am at the latest to allow time for roll taking and boarding.

Please note that for the safety of our students and to maintain our route schedules, drivers are unable to wait for late arrivals.

We appreciate your cooperation in helping us maintain a reliable and efficient service for all families.

Also note, that with daylight savings coming to an end over Easter long weekend, Queensland residents will need to ensure they follow the scheduled departure times for Term 2.

Your understanding of these matters is appreciated.

Please direct any Lindisfarne bus inquiries to bus@lindisfarne.nsw.edu.au

Brett Dinsdale
Business Manager

Make Mother's Day extra special this year by purchasing school grown flowers. The Year 9 Agriculture class has been hard at work since February, nurturing 1000 chrysanthemum cuttings as part of their latest enterprise project. Every sale directly supports our students' hands-on learning and agricultural efforts.

The cost is $15 per bunch, and flowers will be ready for collection on Friday, 8 May, at both campuses. Collection details will be communicated closer to the date.

Click HERE to place your orders.

Tracy Foyster
Teacher - Agriculture

BOOKING LINK

The Parents and Friends Association is currently seeking donations for our Mother’s Day High Tea raffle.

We warmly welcome contributions such as gift items, vouchers, experiences or services. If you are able to assist, we would love to hear from you. Every donation makes a meaningful difference and helps support our school community. Email pandf@lindisfarne.nsw.edu.au

Kim Brown
Vice President

All members of the Lindisfarne Community are invited to the next meeting of the Parents and Friends Association.

Annual General Meeting
Tuesday, 5 May at 6.30pm
Senior Centre
Mahers Lane Campus

Penny Brady
President

Term 1 Key Dates – Junior School

Please add the following important Term 1 dates to your calendar:

• 6 May - AFL Auskick - Every Wednesday afternoon until 10/6

• 8 May - NCIS Cross Country Mahers Lane Campus (Selected students)

• 14 May - Boys Futsal Gala Day Yr3 and 4 only

• 29 May - Girls Oz Tag Gala Day (selected students)

• 17 June - 400m & 800m Races for Athletics Carnival

• 19 June - K-6 Athletics Carnival

AFL AUSKICK

AFL Auskick will return in Term 2

Starting Wednesday, 6 May

3:10 - 4:10PM | $80 + Exclusive AFL goodies

Free come & try session Week 1

Choose Suns as your club of support to receive a free suns flexi 4 membership.

For more information use the QR code on this Flyer: AFL

or email or call Tom at thomas.standish@afl.com.au | 0447 597 070

Total Football Academy – After School Program

The Total Football Academy after-school program will commence in Week 3 on Monday 4 May and run until Week 10, Monday 22 June..

This popular program still has limited vacancies available, which will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Registrations can be completed via Parent Lounge.

The program will also run again in Terms 2 and 3, and possibly Term 4 this year.
Further information can be found in the flyer here: Lindisfarne - Term 2 - 2026.pdf

General Information

All information relating to sporting programs, gala days, and competitions at the Junior Campus will be communicated through assemblies and the school newsletter. Relevant details will then be sent home to interested students and families.

Please continue to check the newsletter regularly for updates, events, and sporting opportunities throughout the year.

If you have any questions about Sport at the Sunshine Avenue campus, please email Mr Nathan Croft - ncroft@lindisfarne.nsw.edu.au

Nathan Croft
Head of Sports - Junior School

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Welcome back to Term 2. It has been lovely to see students return settled and ready for the term ahead. We have had a strong start, with consistent habits playing an important role in creating a calm, focused learning environment where all students feel supported and ready to learn.

A reminder that throughout Terms 2 and 3, students are required to wear their blazer and tie each day. Thank you for your support in ensuring students present themselves with pride in their formal uniform.

Lockers

We are aware that some students are having difficulty using the school-issued padlocks. If this is the case for your child, you are welcome to purchase an alternative lock and send it to school. Our priority is that students can access their lockers confidently and independently, so we are happy for them to use a lock that works best for them.

ANZAC Day - Saturday 25 April

Students are encouraged to attend a local ANZAC Day service with their families. Wearing the Lindisfarne formal uniform is a meaningful way to show respect and represent our school within the wider community. Many schools across the Tweed attend these services in full uniform, and it is always a proud moment to see our students standing alongside them.

If there is a march included in the service you attend, students are welcome to walk with the Lindisfarne staff. Please see the details below for meeting points.

Please also note that Monday is a public holiday, and school will resume on Tuesday.

Local Services

Coolangatta / Tweed Heads

Chris Cunningham Park, Tweed Heads

• Dawn Service: 5:45am – meet Mrs Cox and Mrs Phillips

• Main Service: 10:30am – meet Mr Dick, Mrs Mundy and Mrs Foyster (corner of Boundary Street and Coral Street)

Kingscliff

Kingscliff Beach, Cenotaph

• Dawn Service: 6:00am – meet Mr Alterator and Mrs West

• Main Service: 10:30am – meet Mr Alterator and Mr Norton

Byron Bay

Cenotaph, corner of Tennyson and Marvell Streets

• Dawn Service: 5:30am – meet Mr Coulter

• Main Service: 10:30am

Murwillumbah

Cenotaph, near the Civic Centre

• Dawn Service: 5:15am - Ms Ward and Mr Davies

• Main Service: 10:00am

Tumbulgum

Bawden Street

• Dawn Service: 4:28am – meet Mrs Bedford and Mr Bedford

• Main Service: 10:30am - Reverend Lyndon

Cudgen

War Memorial, Cudgen Public School

• Dawn Service: 4:28am 

Pottsville

Cenotaph, ANZAC Park

• Main Service: 7:30am – meet Mrs McDowell (Berkleys Lane, near the pharmacy)

Mullumbimby

Cenotaph, corner of Dalley Street

• Dawn Service: 4:30am

• Main Service: 10:40am

Brunswick Heads

Memorial Park, Fawcett Street

• Dawn Service: 4:50am – meet Mr Clucas and Ms Diaz

Stage 4 Camps - Information Evenings

Camp Week is fast approaching in Week 5. Our Outdoor Education program is designed to build cooperation, resilience and teamwork, while also providing students with the opportunity to strengthen friendships and challenge themselves in new environments. Participation in camp is compulsory and forms an important part of our Middle School curriculum.

If you have not yet confirmed your child’s attendance, we ask that you please do so via Parent Lounge in SEQTA Engage, Events, and Payments at your earliest convenience.

Parent information evenings will be held on Tuesday, 28 April via Google Meet:

Year 8: 6:00pm - (Google Meet link)

.Year 7: 7:00pm - (Google Meet link)

Year Coordinators will share details regarding activities, accommodation and rooming, medical and dietary requirements, as well as departure and return arrangements. There will also be time to answer any questions.

Daniel Principe - Student & Parent Sessions (Thursday, 30 April)

We are pleased to welcome Daniel Principe back to Lindisfarne. Daniel will be speaking with our Year 8 students, engaging both boys and girls in important conversations around respect, relationships and personal responsibility.

Daniel is a highly engaging and insightful presenter who connects exceptionally well with young people. His sessions are both thought-provoking and practical, offering students strategies they can apply in their everyday lives. His visit last year was very well received by our students.

Parents are also strongly encouraged to attend his ParentEd session

It is an informative and worthwhile opportunity to hear directly from Daniel and gain valuable insights into supporting young people in today’s world. Further information can be found on his website: Daniel Principe

Thank you for your ongoing support. We look forward to a positive and productive term ahead.

Cathy Cox
Head of Middle School

I hope the Easter break provided an opportunity for rest and renewal for all. It has been a pleasure to welcome students back, and already, Term 2 is shaping up to be a full and engaging period, with a wide range of events and opportunities ahead.

This weekend, we mark ANZAC Day, an important occasion in our national calendar. We look forward to strong student representation across local services and marches. Senior School students are asked to attend in formal uniform and to check in with staff at the event. We value and recognise student participation in these significant community events, and such involvement contributes to students’ co-curricular records.

Next week, students in Years 10 and 11 will take part in a workshop with youth advocate Daniel Principe. Daniel is a highly respected speaker who works extensively with young people across Australia, and his sessions are both engaging and thought-provoking.

On the evening of Thursday, 30 April, we are also hosting a ParentEd session with Daniel in the Senior Centre at Mahers Lane from 6.00 pm to 7.30 pm. This session is offered at no cost, and refreshments will be available. I strongly encourage all parents and caregivers to attend.

In the Senior School, we recognise that parents are vital partners in supporting student success. When we work together with shared purpose, we create an environment that supports not only academic achievement but also the social and emotional development of our young people. This ParentEd session is designed to strengthen that partnership.

Daniel will explore the complex and often challenging digital landscape in which our young people are immersed. Drawing on current research and his extensive experience, he provides practical tools to help parents understand and engage in meaningful conversations with their children about relationships, behaviour, and the influences shaping their world. His approach is thoughtful and respectful, while also addressing the realities that young people face.

This session is particularly timely as the School continues to navigate complex issues arising from student use of social media, including behaviours that have caused harm to members of our staff. It is essential that we, as a collective, seek to understand the motivations behind such behaviour, while also maintaining clear expectations and accountability. Supporting young people to make better choices requires both insight and a shared commitment between home and school.

The ParentEd evening will provide valuable guidance in this space, equipping families with strategies to support their children and contribute to a respectful and responsible Lindisfarne culture.

Please register your attendance via this link.

We look forward to working together with you throughout the term to ensure a supportive and enriching experience for all students.

Kate Cornell
Head of Senior School

Choosing Your Uni – Virtual Expo 2026

Students and families are encouraged to explore the upcoming Choosing Your Uni Virtual Expo 2026, a free, online event designed to support students in navigating their post-school options.

Running across a full week during National Careers Week, this virtual expo provides access to a wide range of live and on-demand sessions covering universities, alternative pathways, career options and the application process.

Students will have the opportunity to hear directly from universities, industry experts and current students, gaining valuable insight into course options, entry pathways, funding and what to expect from university life. Sessions will also explore alternatives to university, including vocational education, gap years and other pathway options.

A key advantage of this event is its flexible online format, allowing students to attend sessions live or access recordings afterwards, making it easy to engage around school, sport and other commitments.

Date: 11–17 May 2026
Location: Online
Cost: Free

This is a valuable opportunity for students at all stages of their career planning to explore options, ask questions and gain clarity about their future pathways.

Further information and registration details can be accessed here.

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The Duke of Edinburgh Award is in full swing at Lindisfarne, as students prepare for their Adventurous Journeys and complete their weekly Skill, Service and Physical Recreation sections - logging these hours on the Online Record Book.

Bronze
The Bronze Practice Expedition will be incorporated as part of Year 9 camp to Emu Gully.

Students will be camping for 3 nights and in charge of cooking and preparing meals in their groups, whilst participating in a range of exciting and immersive challenges. The skills learned on this adventure will place them in good stead to attempt their Qualifying Expedition in Term 4.

Silver
Our intrepid Silver adventurers will be stepping out onto the Northern Rivers Rail Trail next Tuesday-Thursday, hiking and riding their way along the track. They will be camping along the way at Hosanna Farm. They have undertaken a number of training exercises to help them with navigation, camp craft, food preparation and team work.

Gold
Unfortunately, our Residential Project during the Easter break had to be postponed due to Cyclone Maila making landfall in Far North Queensland. The group will now be attending at the end of the Term 2 break, as they continue to prepare for their Adventurous Journeys later in the year to the Blue Mountains (Practice) and Cradle Mountain (Qualifying).

Other
It is exciting that some of our 2025 graduates will be awarded their Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award by Governor Margaret Beazley at a vice-regal ceremony at Government House in Sydney. Some of our 2026 Gold students are on track to be the first Lindisfarne students to achieve the full suite of Bronze, Silver and Gold. We will also be hosting the Northern NSW Networking event for Duke of Edinburgh staff, with speakers from NSW Sport and Black Diamond Adventures.

Nathan Alterator 
Head of House - St Margaret

Year 9 - Tahlia Rosborough-George

Tahlia Rosborough-George was awarded Miss Teen Bangalow Showgirl, and went on to represent our local agricultural show at the Casino Showgirl Finals, where representatives from across the region competed for the next level title.

As part of the judging process, Tahlia spoke confidently and thoughtfully about her passion for agricultural shows and their importance in keeping younger generations engaged. She highlighted the value of participation in cattle, horse, and dog showing, as well as the strong sense of community these events create for towns.

When asked what she would do for her show if she had a million dollars, Tahlia spoke about improving existing facilities such as toilets, parking, and storage, while also preserving the heritage stables. She shared her vision of integrating new equestrian facilities alongside the original structures, something close to her heart given her love of horses.

Overall, it was a wonderful experience that helped the girls build confidence, develop public speaking skills, and form new friendships across the region.

RECENT GAMES

QLD RUGBY BALLYMORE CUP

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1st XV

The 2026 Ballymore Cup 1st XV competition delivered one of the strongest fields in recent years, with 18 teams competing, including GPS schools and sides travelling from Brisbane, Rockhampton, Sydney, and Canberra. The step up in competition was clear — faster, more physical, and tactically sharper across the board. For Lindisfarne, it proved a demanding but valuable campaign that will serve as a strong foundation for the season ahead.

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Week 2 Events

Welcome to Term Two, arguably the busiest of them all. A cursory glance at the school calendar will paint a picture of how much representative sport is getting wheeled out the door in the next few weeks.

Our Open Girls Football are down in Sydney on Friday for a MASSIVE game vs Roseville College in Round 3 of the CIS Knockout. A victory today, should our girls manage to prevail, will see us play one of the tournament's top seeds - Pymble Ladies College - on our home turf.

Wishing these girls all the best below:

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Congratulations to our Lindisfarne representative Netball players who competed in the two following events during the recent holidays.

The Netball Queensland Senior State Age featured 183 teams from 53 associations contesting 1,614 matches across four action-packed days. More than 2,000 players took the court, supported by over 200 coaches and 192 managers, creating an incredible atmosphere of participation and community celebration in Townsville, North Queensland.

Congratulations to our Lindisfarne coach, Ellie Cusack, with the 18s challenge Team, Lindisfarne Coaches from the Zarina Team, Lauren and Bianca Smith, and Sienna Prendergast, Nala Coach Audrey Sneesby, and Assistant Simba Coach Luca Godden.

Our Lindisfarne players were outstanding across the four days, showing grit and intensity in the North Queensland heat, with Emily Daniel, Amber Sullivan, Kayla Mupunga, Charlotte Slack-Smith, Sophie Parkes, Abi Grier, Isabelle Daniel, Sienna Rosser, Kiara Morgan, and Mackenzie Schubert representing Lindisfarne strongly. Well done, we are so proud of your State Age campaign.

The Tweed 18s Challenge Team finished in 5th position, the 16s Challenge Team finished in 7th position, and the 15s Challenge Team finished in 16th position.

Lindsifarne in the NSW Netball Academy Games

Lindsifarne Player Abi Grier, Lindsifarne Assistant Coach for the Simba Team Luca Godden, and NSW Netball Academy Head Coach, Suzanne Evans, competed in the NSW Academy games throughout the recent school holidays. Netball NSW delivered the NSW Academy Games in Tamworth with an event that brought together emerging talent aged 15-16 years to showcase the next generation of potential State players and provided a valuable development opportunity for coaches, umpires, and officials within the NSW Netball academy system.

The North Coast Academy performed at an elite level in these competitive games, and players presented themselves with talent ID scouts and development pathways programs watching performances throughout the weekend. This was a fantastic opportunity for our players and coaches' growth and development on the Netball Australia pathway.

Netball Competitions

Netball training is back with our countdown to the Tweed Saturday Netball competition Season in just a week.

Our Netball Representative Program is also ramping up with many upcoming competitions across Term 2 and Term 3.

The Netball Bulletin HERE will keep you up to date with all of the latest news.

Suzanne Evans
Teacher - Netball

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Just a reminder that subject specific Assessment Task instructions are available on SEQTA- Engage and that Assessment Tasks dates are published on the school calendar.

All the Assessment Rules and Regulations and Assessment Schedules can be assessed via SEQTA - Engage all via the links below.

Year 12

Year 11

Year 10

Year 9

Year 8

Year 7

2026 HSC Timetable

The 2026 HSC timetable will be released to students next Friday, 1 May.

Caroline Jeffries 
Dean of Studies

Dear Students and Families,

As we begin Term Two, I would like to acknowledge the efforts and achievements of our debating teams in Round One of the Gold Coast Debating Competition.

Our Junior A team (Elzin Abbey, Noah Galle, Calvin Barlow, Riva De Sousa Grimes, Miles Dawes-Sullivan) achieved a fantastic win on the topic “Influencers are more harm than help,” demonstrating strong teamwork and thoughtful argument.

Both Junior B teams (Amelie Borrelli, Kahlia Bosward, Ally Borrelli, and Charlotte Goodwin, Mackenzie Riddle, Evie Berryman, Chloe Manwarring) also had a very successful start to the season, each winning their first debates on the topic “Everyone should have to learn a foreign language,” held at Trinity Lutheran College. This is a wonderful achievement for their first debate of the season.

At All Saints Anglican School, our Intermediate A (LAG2 - Daisy St George, Emily Eldridge, Gracie Davies, Claire Godden, Ajay Arun) team competed on the negative side for the topic “We should criminally prosecute companies that use sweatshops.” While they were unsuccessful, they approached a challenging topic with maturity and thoughtful arguments.

At Somerset, our other Intermediate A (LAG1 - Laurie Glasson, Anouk Schlueter, Mason O’Gray, Aziah Phoenix-Coy, Lillia Abbey) team achieved a win as the affirmative side on the topic “We should criminally prosecute companies that use sweatshops”. Well done to the team on this excellent start to the season.

Our Open A team (Nicolas Leotta, Leo Lush, Tahlia D’Amici, and James Cunnah) also faced strong competition at A.B. Paterson College against Somerset and, despite a loss, showed persistence and commitment in a highly competitive round.

Finally, our Open B team, many of whom are new to debating and are being expertly coached by Communications Prefect Ben Reeve, debated the topic “Instead of being elected, members of Parliament should be randomly selected.” Although they were unsuccessful as the negative team, they should be commended for their willingness to take on a complex topic and for their growth and commitment throughout the term.

Overall, it has been a positive and productive start to the season. I am proud of the effort, resilience, and enthusiasm shown by all teams. I look forward to seeing continued development for all teams as they begin Round Two.

Julia Treacy
Debating Coordinator

Our French language students recently enjoyed a cultural excursion to Byron Bay for the French Film Festival, where they attended a screening of the animated featureArco. The film captivated the group with its stunning visuals and a uniquely positive environmental message. Experiencing the cinema in a different language provided a fantastic opportunity for students to immerse themselves in French outside the classroom, sharpening their listening skills in a real-world setting. To top off the day, the group stopped at Ben’s Patisserie on the return journey to indulge in delicious, authentic croissants, making for a truly "magnifique" blend of cinema, culture, and cuisine.

Samantha Weterkamp
Teacher

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We invite you to join the Lindisfarne Business Network

The Business Network serves as a dynamic platform for fostering strong, ongoing partnerships between the School and the many outstanding businesses that support and enrich our region.

Membership provides valuable recognition for your business, enhanced brand visibility, and direct access to our vibrant and connected school community. It offers a unique opportunity to showcase your organisation while building meaningful relationships with families, alumni, staff, and fellow business leaders.

Our Business Network events create powerful opportunities to connect with established professionals and aspiring business leaders, expand your reach, and position your business at the heart of a thriving and engaged community.

To formalise your support of the Lindisfarne Business Network, please refer to the Lindisfarne Business Network Expression of Interest form HERE.

We invite you to promote your business in the Lindisfarne Business Directory.

Showcase your business to school families, local customers, and fellow professionals by advertising in our Business Directory. Boost your visibility, build connections, and highlight what makes your business unique.

To express interest, please refer to the Business Directory Expression of Interest form HERE.

If you would like to discuss partnership opportunities or explore ways your business can be involved, please contact:

Dr Kane Bradford Head - Professional Practice, Innovation and Partnerships

Email: kane.bradford@lindisfarne.nsw.edu.au

Please use the following link to access the Corporate Benefits Program. LINK

A friendly reminder that we have transitioned to a new booking system for our Out of School Hours Care (OOSHC) service at the Junior School.

Families who previously used Qikkids to make their bookings will not automatically transfer to the new system. If you plan to use OOSHC or Vacation Care at the Junior School, you will need to complete a new enrolment before your child can attend.

To enrol, please use the link below:

Kidsoft Enrolment Link – OOSHC

Once your enrolment is complete in the Kidsoft portal, you will need to make all OOSHC and Vacation Care bookings through this system.

Please note:

The End of Day Arrangements entered in SEQTA Engage ensure the Junior School staff know where your child is going after school. However, this does not replace the need to make an OOSCH booking in Kidsoft.

If your child will be attending OOSHC after school, please ensure that:

• OOSHC is selected in SEQTA Engage for the End of Day Arrangement, and

• A booking has been made in the Kidsoft system.

If you have any questions or need assistance with enrolment, please contact our OOSHC Coordinator, Michelle Hobbins, at ooshc@lindisfarne.nsw.edu.au

Angela Mundy
Assistant Head of Junior School