2026 Term 3 Week 3 7 Aug 2026

Dear Parents and Guardians,

It has been a full and rewarding week, with students embracing academic challenges, representing the School with pride and participating in experiences that extend learning well beyond the classroom. It is always a privilege to see the many ways in which our students continue to grow through the diverse opportunities available at Lindisfarne.

For our Year 12 students, the focus this week has been firmly on the HSC Trial Examinations. These important assessments mark a significant stage in their final year of schooling and are the result of many months of dedication and preparation. I know our students have approached this period with maturity and determination, and I thank our teachers and families for the guidance and encouragement they continue to provide. We wish every student the very best throughout the examination period.

On Monday, our Year 6 students departed for Canberra to explore Australia's capital and deepen their understanding of our nation's history, democracy and government. Experiences such as these bring classroom learning to life and provide lasting memories as students share this important milestone together. Thank you to the dedicated staff who supported and cared for the students throughout the time away from School.

This week we were delighted to welcome students and staff from the Take Off Study Group, Japan. We also had a visit from students from Yuanquing High School, China. Our international partnerships are a valued part of the Lindisfarne experience, enriching our School community through cultural exchange, friendship and shared learning. We trust our visitors have enjoyed experiencing life at Lindisfarne and thank our staff, students and host families for their warm hospitality throughout the week.

On Wednesday, Lindisfarne was proud to host the NCIS Athletics Carnival at Walter Peate Oval in Kingscliff. It was wonderful to welcome schools from across the region for a day that celebrated participation, determination and outstanding competition. My sincere thanks go to the many staff, officials and volunteers whose planning and commitment ensured the carnival was such a success, and congratulations to every student who represented Lindisfarne with enthusiasm and pride.

As this newsletter is published, I am in Sydney attending the Australian Education Awards, where Lindisfarne has been named a finalist and excellence awardee for Best Use of Technology and Innovation in Learning Design (Senior Center). To receive this recognition is a wonderful acknowledgement of the exceptional work undertaken every day by our staff, the commitment of our students and the ongoing support of our families. Regardless of tonight's outcomes, we are incredibly proud to see our School recognised on the national stage.

FunFest 2026 is shaping up to be a great celebration of our Lindisfarne community, with entertainment, activities, rides, food and plenty of fun for all ages. This year, FunFest will also incorporate the Student Art Exhibition, providing even more opportunities for our community to view and engage with the outstanding work of our students. Adding to the excitement will be our major raffle, with an MG3 car as the first prize. Details on how to purchase tickets will be shared shortly. I encourage everyone to save the date and join us for one of the highlights of the School calendar.

Next week, we are excited to welcome Kimberly Mathewson to Lindisfarne as our Assistant Head of Junior School. Kimberley brings more than 20 years in Primary Education to Lindisfarne, having served in a range of leadership roles throughout her career, including Leader of Pedagogy, Assistant Principal, Education Officer and Classroom Teacher. We look forward to welcoming Kimberly to our school and know that her expertise and collaborative approach will add great value to our Junior School community.

Today our longest-serving staff member, John White, retires after 44 years of service to Lindisfarne! We are so grateful to John for his significant contribution to our school and community. We’ll be officially farewelling John later this term at a special Junior School assembly. Congratulations, John, on a well-deserved retirement.

Finally, today, 7 August 2026 is Australia’s Primary Principals Day recognising those who lead Junior Schools and the Primary years of education in Australian Schools.

We celebrate the work of our Head of Junior School Angela Mundy (Preschool to Year 4) and our Head of Middle School Cathy Cox (Stage 3). We know that your leadership is both immensely rewarding and increasingly complex, and the support, encouragement and recognition offered by our school community matters greatly.

The work of a leader in the Primary years of education in Australia is particularly significant. These are the years in which children form their earliest impressions of themselves as learners and begin to develop the confidence, curiosity, resilience and sense of belonging that will support them throughout their education and beyond. Research continues to reinforce the importance of high-quality learning experiences in the primary years of schooling, not only for academic progress, but for wellbeing, engagement and long-term success.

Thank you for your continued support of our School. I wish all members of our Lindisfarne community a safe and relaxing weekend, and I look forward to another exciting week of learning and opportunity ahead.

Warm regards,

Stuart Marquardt
Principal

Dear Parents, Guardians, Staff and Students,

For my articles so far this year we have been focusing on the Six Ideals of Round Square. In this article we will look at Compassion as it is the first subcategory of the Ideal of Leadership.

Compassion is also the first of our three School Values (the other two being Wisdom and Respect), which is one of the reasons I was attracted to joining the chaplaincy team here at Lindisfarne.

When we explored the theme of Compassion in Chapel this week, I asked the students to break into small groups and to come up with their own definition of compassion. I was so impressed by their answers.

As a way of understanding compassion even deeper, we then considered the opposite.

We looked at the famous quote defining evil as an absence of empathy, which was stated by Captain G. M. Gilbert,, an American Army psychologist, who observed the Nazi defendants during the Nuremberg trials from 1945-9.

He stated; “I told you once that I was searching for the nature of evil. I think I've come close to defining it: a lack of empathy. It's the one characteristic that connects all the defendants. A genuine incapacity to feel with their fellow human. Evil, I think, is the absence of empathy.”

In line with the wonderful definitions of compassion that the students shared, I emphasized that empathy is the first step towards compassion - empathy is feeling for another person’s predicament, compassion is doing something about it.

Compassion is also deeply rooted, not only within Christianity, but the more ancient religion of Judaism from which Christianity is derived.

In Exodus 33, Moses asked to see God’s glory. The Hebrew word for ‘glory’ is ‘Kavod,’ which literally means ‘weightiness.’ What Moses was actually asking for was to know God’s very essence.

God accommodates Moses’ request by directing him to hide himself in the cleft of a rock, as God passes by. The primary way in which God then reveals himself is by offering Moses a description of his character.

And the very first word that God uses to describe his character to Moses in Exodus 34:6-7 is “compassionate,” which relates to the Hebrew (the language of the Old Testament) word for “womb.”

This means that God is actually being depicted as a nursing mother. The image is really powerful – a mother holds her nursing baby close to her heart and looks deeply into their big eyes and sustains them with her own life.

And so, there is a maternal nature to God that looks down upon us all as beloved children.

The English language also recognizes this connection between the words “woman” and "womb." Of course, women in general have a natural inclination towards compassion, not just mothers.

The Greek (the language of the New Testament) word for compassion means “to be moved inwardly.” It refers to feeling something so intensely inside that it drives you to action.

Not surprisingly, it is used of Jesus frequently throughout the Gospels to describe his immediate response to encountering desperate human need.

One of the most moving (excuse the pun) accounts is when Jesus encountered a leper in the very first chapter of Mark’s Gospel.

In ancient times, lepers were required to live in leper colonies, to keep their distance from those not contaminated by the disease and to ring bells whilst crying out “unclean, unclean,” to warn anyone coming in close proximity, to turn away.

But astonishingly, when Jesus encountered a leper, instead of turning away, he turned towards and touched the untouchable.

This act of compassion not only healed the leper, but actually gave him his life back, as he could now return to his family and reclaim his place in society.

At Lindisfarne, we want to help shape people of compassion.

We are all so privileged to be a part of this amazing school, which provides us with so many opportunities to learn and flourish.

It is my hope and prayer that we will take this privilege and use it compassionately whenever and wherever we encounter any need along the way.

Blessings, 

Reverend Lyndon
Chaplain

FUNFEST RAFFLE

Families should have received their raffle book via the eldest child in support of FunFest. 

• Tickets are $25.00 each.
• Each book contains five (5) tickets. Sell the first four (4), then you can enter your family on the last ticket free. Redeemable only when all other tickets are sold.
• Return the sold book and the $100.00 in a sealed envelope to Reception at either campus or Student Admin at Mahers Lane. Payment can be made online, full details provided with the rafffle book.
• Return any unsold tickets or the full unsold book prior to FunFest. We need to account for every ticket, so please take care.
• Every fully sold book goes in the bonus draw for an Xbox provided by JB Hi-Fi. Want more entries in the Xbox draw, return the sold book and ask for another.

Full details will be provided with raffle books when they come home. Be in it to win it and help support FunFest. 

Thank you for your support.

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HSC Written Trials continue next week.

HSC Trial Timetable can be viewed here.

Next week also marks the start of the hand-in of Major Works.

Industrial Technology Projects in Timber are due for NESA hand-in next Thursday, 13 August by 3:00pm

ICAS 2026 - Week 2

Next week the 2026 ICAS competition in English will take place on Monday, 10 August.

If you have entered your child into ICAS this year please make sure they are aware when these tests are, students at Mahers Lane will need to ensure that they have headphones and charged devices.

Caroline Jeffries
Dean of Studies

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children's Day “Living Our Truth”

On Tuesday, 4 August, our Lindisfarne community proudly comes together to mark Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children's Day with a special flag raising ceremony across both our Senior and Junior campuses. This year's theme, "Living Our Truth," invites us all to celebrate the strength, identity and voices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children while honouring the enduring cultures, histories and knowledge that have shaped this Country for tens of thousands of years.

At Lindisfarne, we believe that learning begins with listening. Through our shared values of Compassion, Wisdom and Respect, we strive to create a community where every child feels seen, valued and empowered to be proud of who they are. Today is an opportunity to recognise the unique contributions of our First Nations students and to reaffirm our commitment to walking together in truth, understanding and reconciliation.

As our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander flags are raised, they stand as powerful symbols of identity, resilience and hope. They remind us of the importance of acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we learn and play, and of ensuring that the stories, cultures and perspectives of Australia's First Peoples continue to be celebrated and respected.

May today's ceremony inspire us all to continue listening, learning and growing together as we build a future grounded in kindness, understanding and a deep respect for the rich cultural heritage that makes our school and our nation stronger.

Gypsy Togo
First Nations Cultural Engagement Coordinator

Our next and final visiting group needing homestay for 2026 is from Aoyama Gakuin Junior High School, Tokyo, who will be with us from Monday 17 August to Monday 24 August.

We are still looking for homestay families for six students. If you have a spare bedroom, the student would have access to a bathroom and a WWCC (volunteer), I would be incredibly grateful if you would consider opening your home for one (or two) of these wonderful young people.

Students requiring homestay

Ryota: 13-year-old male

• Favourite subject: Mathematics

• Looking forward to seeing Australia's beautiful scenery

• Enjoys outdoor sports, walking, board games, and spending time in nature

• No pets, please

Seima: 13-year-old male

• Favourite subject: Science

• Excited to experience an Australian classroom

• Loves playing sport

• No pets, please

Ko: 14-year-old male

• Favourite subject is Home Economics

• Loves cooking and singing - not too interested in greasy food but loves sweets.

• Pets would be fun.

Tai: 15-year-old female

• Favourite subject: Geography

• Interested in learning about Australia's First Nations cultures

• Friendly and excited to try an Australian meat pie!

• No pets, please

Ayana: 15-year-old female

• Favourite subject: Art and Science

• Interested in Aboriginal Culture and Robotics

• Looking forward to living with the wildlife in Australia and cooking.

• Is comfortable with pets.

Xinyue: 15-year-old female

• Enjoys History, reading, and nature walks

• Looking forward to experiencing Australia through its food and culture

• Loves pets

If you are able to help, or would like to find out more before making a decision, please email international@lindisfarne.nsw.edu.au

Homestay Dates & Information Below:

• Student Pick-Up from Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School on Monday, 17 August at 3:45pm

• Student Departure from Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School on Monday, 24 August at 4:00pm

(You will not need to attend the departure. Please simply ensure your student arrives at school on Monday morning with their luggage.)

Host Family Information

• Students may share a room with another visiting student if there are two separate beds available. (but not with a member of your family)
• Our visitors are excited to experience authentic Australian family life, so please do not feel that you need to change your usual routines, meals, or lifestyle.
• There is no expectation that you organise additional activities - the students have a full and exciting program planned throughout the week.
• All host families must hold a valid Volunteer or Paid Working With Children Check (WWCC) and provide these details.
• Students will need transport to and from school each day. This may be via your usual family arrangements, including school bus services if your children already use them.
• Please provide three meals per day, including a packed lunch and a reusable drink bottle for school.
• A fun bonus: FunFest will be held at Lindisfarne on Saturday, 22 August. This could be a wonderful opportunity to share a community event with your student if you wish.

Rebecca Wilson
Manager - International Development

We are aware of a number of confirmed and suspected cases of Influenza A within our school community.

We ask all families to help reduce the spread of illness by keeping students at home if they are unwell. Students who develop flu-like symptoms while at school will be sent home and should remain at home until their symptoms have resolved and they are feeling well. If a student has had a fever, they should not return to school until they have been fever-free for at least 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medication.

As we are entering the peak of the influenza season, NSW Health advises that annual influenza vaccination is one of the most effective ways to reduce the risk of serious illness from influenza. Vaccination is available through your local GP or pharmacy.

Please refer to the below NSW Health Influenza Fact Sheet for further information.

NSW Health Fact Sheet

It has been another wonderful week in the Junior School, with every day bringing new opportunities for learning, friendship and growth. Across our classrooms, students have continued to challenge themselves, ask thoughtful questions and celebrate their achievements, while our playgrounds have been filled with laughter, friendship and fun!

Next week, we are excited to welcome Kimberly Mathewson to Lindisfarne as our new Assistant Head of Junior School. Kimberly brings a wealth of experience in educational leadership, curriculum and teaching and learning, along with a genuine passion for supporting students, staff and families.

We look forward to welcoming Kimberly to our community and know her leadership, expertise and collaborative approach will be a valuable addition as she works alongside our staff, students and families in the Junior School.

Lunchtime Clubs in Action

There have been some wonderful additions to the lunchtime club program this term, providing students with even more opportunities to build friendships, explore new interests and develop new skills during their break times.

One club that has quickly become a favourite is the Paper Aeroplane Club, led by our wonderful Learning Assistant, Miss Tammy. Held every Wednesday and Friday at lunchtime, students design, build and test a variety of paper aeroplanes while exploring the science of flight. Through experimenting, refining their designs and encouraging one another, they compete in four fun categories: The Golden Flight, The Longest Ride, Spectacular Moves and Decorative Design.

It has been wonderful to see students celebrating one another's successes and enjoying some friendly competition as they work towards a place on the Champion Board and the coveted Lindisfarne Paper Plane Trophy.

Celebrating Student Leadership

Congratulations to our Term 3 House Captains and Sustainability Leaders, who have made an outstanding start to their leadership journey. Already, they have demonstrated enthusiasm, responsibility and a genuine commitment to serving our Junior School community. We look forward to seeing on them continue to grow in confidence and lead by example throughout the term.

Extend Parent Information Session

Following our Principal's recent communication regarding the transition of our Outside of School Hours Care (OOSHC) service to our new provider, Extend, commencing Monday, 24 August 2026, I encourage families to attend the upcoming online Parent Information Session hosted by the Extend Team.

The session will provide an overview of Extend's before-school, after-school and Vacation Care programs, explain what families can expect during the transition, and provide an opportunity to ask questions ahead of the service commencing.

Session Details

Date: Thursday, 13 August
Time: 6:00pm – 7:00pm (AEST)
Meeting Link: https://meet.google.com/pks-fufd-ihf

Extend Enrolment and Bookings

Extend will commence operating our Outside of School Hours Care (OOSHC) service on Monday, 24 August 2026.

To use the Extend service from Monday, 24 August, all students must be enrolled and have a current booking in the LookedAfter booking system

Instructions for setting up your LookedAfter account are available here, and further assistance is available by contacting support@extend.com.au

Bookings for Extend's OOSHC service, commencing Monday, 24 August, are now open. There are no enrolment or administration fees, and all enrolments and bookings are completed online.

Families intending to use the service from this date are encouraged to complete the enrolment and booking process as soon as possible to ensure everything is in place before the service commences and to take advantage of the available early bird rates.

Please note:

• Continue making bookings through the current KidSoft platform for care up to and including Friday, 21 August 2026.

• From Monday, 24 August 2026, students can only access the Extend service if their enrolment has been completed and a booking has been made through Extend’s LookedAfter booking system

• Once Extend commences on 24, August 2026, bookings can no longer be made through the KidSoft booking system.

Thank you, as always, to our students, staff and families for the many ways you contribute to making our Junior School such a positive, connected and supportive community.

Angela Mundy
Head of Junior School

This week, we were delighted to welcome students and staff from Collège de Magenta in Nouméa to Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School for a special cultural visit.

Our visitors were warmly welcomed across both the Mahers Lane campus and the Junior School, and they were deeply impressed by the beauty of our school and the friendliness of our community. The visit provided a wonderful opportunity for our students to connect with French-speaking students in an authentic and meaningful way.

Students who study French at Lindisfarne were absolutely outstanding. They generously shared morning tea at Mahers Lane and lunch at the Junior School, helping our visitors feel included and valued throughout the day. It was fantastic to see conversations flow naturally, new friendships begin to form, and students gain confidence in using their French while learning about another culture.

The visit was a rich experience of cultural exchange, language learning, and international friendship, and it was clear that everyone involved benefited from the opportunity. Our guests enjoyed their time so much that the exciting possibility of a future student exchange, including homestays, was even discussed.

A sincere thank you to all the staff and students who helped make this visit such a success. Their hospitality, enthusiasm, and support ensured that it was a memorable experience for everyone involved.

Nathalie Rennie
French Teacher

Please see the gallery below for all photos.

Every Day Matters

As the figures show, 90% attendance may sound high, but it equates to around four weeks of school missed across a year. Those are four weeks of lessons, discussions, practical learning experiences, pastoral care, friendships and opportunities that cannot be fully replicated.

For our Middle School students, being at school is about more than keeping up with classwork. It is also about establishing routines, developing independence, building positive relationships with teachers and peers, and feeling connected to the life of the School. These experiences contribute significantly to students’ confidence, engagement and overall success.

When students are absent, they often return having missed not only new learning but also the conversations, collaborative activities and shared experiences that help them feel connected and confident in the classroom. Catching up on missed work is only one part of the challenge; rebuilding continuity in learning and reconnecting with classmates can be equally important.

Wherever possible, we encourage families to prioritise regular attendance and avoid unnecessary absences during term time. By working together to support consistent attendance, we give our young people the best opportunity to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. Every day really does matter.

Year 6 Canberra Experience

It was wonderful to see our Year 6 students return from their Canberra experience this week. Camps and excursions provide opportunities for students to develop independence, strengthen friendships and create lasting memories beyond the classroom.

My thanks go to Mrs Kristina Diaz and the staff who accompanied the students throughout the week. Their care, commitment and willingness to invest in experiences such as these make a significant difference to our students.

I also extend my thanks to our Year 6 families for their support in preparing students for the trip. We look forward to hearing more about the highlights and learning from their time in our nation's capital.

Year 5 Camp Information Session

Our Year 5 Camp is fast approaching, and we look forward to sharing more information with families about this exciting experience.

Parents and carers are invited to join us for an online information session on Wednesday, 12 August, from 6.00 pm to 7.00 pm. During the session, Mrs Paula Drew and the Year 5 team will outline the camp program, discuss accommodation, activities, supervision and safety arrangements, explain what students need to bring, and answer any questions families may have.

The information session is a valuable opportunity to ensure students and parents feel confident and well prepared ahead of camp.

Year 5 Camp Information Session
Date: Wednesday, 12 August 2026
Time: 6.00 pm – 7.00 pm
Format: Online

We encourage all Year 5 families to attend.

Cathy Cox
Head of Middle School

This week, it was reported in the national media that an ACT school was investigating an incident in which male students allegedly created and circulated a list ranking 100 female students according to their appearance.

It is not the first incident of this kind to receive national attention. In fact, it seems that every six months or so we read another deeply troubling story involving students using lists, group chats or social media to rank and demean their peers. Each time, there is widespread condemnation and renewed discussion about respect. Yet, before long, the cycle begins again.

That cycle is a clear indication that our work in educating young people about compassion, wisdom and respect is never completely achieved.

These values cannot simply be addressed in a lesson or reinforced at an assembly and then considered mastered. They require ongoing conversations and consistent modelling from the adults in our young people’s lives. Most importantly, they need to be practised by students in the way they speak about others and conduct themselves online.

Ranking young women according to their appearance is not harmless fun. It reduces individuals to a score and invites others to judge their worth against a narrow and superficial standard. For the young women named, the consequences may be deeply personal and enduring. Digital content can also spread quickly, reaching an audience far beyond those for whom it was originally intended.

There is an important lesson here about the role of the bystander. Harmful behaviour often relies on an audience willing to laugh, share or remain silent. Respect sometimes requires the courage to interrupt the moment by saying, “This is not okay,” or by seeking the support of a trusted adult.

In the Senior School, we must continue to speak openly with students about respectful relationships and the responsibility that comes with belonging to a community. We must challenge language and behaviour that objectifies or humiliates others, while helping young people understand the very real impact their choices can have.

Schools cannot do this work alone. Our partnership with families is essential. The conversations taking place at school need to be reinforced at home, and the values taught at home need to be supported by the School.

I encourage parents and carers to use this incident as an opportunity for conversation. Ask your young person what they would do if this type of content appeared in a group chat. Talk about the difference between joining in, remaining silent and choosing to intervene. These discussions may feel uncomfortable, but they are necessary.

Compassion, wisdom and respect are not lessons our young people will learn once and retain without further thought. They need to hear these messages repeatedly and see them modelled consistently.

If we want to break this troubling cycle, schools and families must continue this work together.

Kate Cornell
Head of Senior School

Science Week is fast approaching, and we would like to invite you all along to our Science Fair, which will be held on Monday, 17 August, straight after school from 3:30-5:30pm in the Senior Center.

Bring your friends and family along to see a range of the work students in our Secondary School have produced throughout the year in Science classes as well as the finalists for the Science Photography Competition, which we will be launching to students on Monday 3rd August - see the Notices for more details of how to enter.

At 4:30pm, we will be hearing from a special guest speaker as well as our HSC Science Extension students who have wrapped up their Major Projects and will be sharing their findings.

On the day, we will also be running interactive STEM activities that you can participate in, including a Microscopy Challenge, Paper Aeroplane Contest, Slime Making Station and more with prizes to be won as well. If you’re interested in attending, please RSVP using the link in this poster. We hope to see you there!

BOOKING LINK

Ms Jo Mendoza
Director of Science

Titans Netball Finals Series

The Titans Finals Series is the culmination of the Titans Schools Netball League, with competition spread across four school terms and two venues at Coomera Indoor Sports Centre and Gold Coast Sports and Leisure Centre, Carrara.

More than 45 school teams had the opportunity to compete in a competitive environment across multiple divisions.

The Finals series saw Lindisfarne enter 7 teams across the 7/8 division, 9/10 division, open mixed boys, open girls, and open boys.

The 7/8 pool matches were against PBC, Trinity, Hillcrest, Helensvale, Pimpama, Marsden, and development team winners Emmanuel. Southport 7/8 team won the competitive division.

The 9/10 pool matches were against Hillcrest, Pimpama, Kingscliff, Emmanuel, and Southport, with PBC winning Pool A division and Robina winning Pool B, with Pimpama taking out the development 9/10 division.

The Open Girls had matches against Emmaus College, Benowa and Helensvale, with St.Andrews the division winners.

Lindisfarne entered the Open Boys and Senior Boys division, celebrating our first time that we have entered 2 Boys teams in the Titans Carnivals. The Boys pushed the boundaries of speed and vertical jumps, and demonstrated athletic skills,code-sharing with their other sports. The Boys matched up against Robina, Pimpama, Marsden, Loganlea, Helensvale and finished their day with a Lindisfarne V Lindisfarne match. The winners of the Boys division were Pimpama.

Our results can be viewed in our Netball Bulletin HERE, and we thank photographer Ryan O’Hehir for the fantastic action shots.

Suzanne Evans
Netball Teacher

For more photos, please see the gallery below.

Week 4 Key Dates

Tuesday, 11 August: Netball Hillcrest Gala Day

Thursday, 13 August:

• Football Pacific Pines Invitational (years 5&6 boys & girls

• Volleyball - Border Schools Gala Day

Friday, 14 August: Football Pacific Pines Invitational (yrs ⅞ & yrs 9/10 Boys

NCIS Athletics Carnival

Walter Peate Oval turned on perfect weather yesterday as more than 1,000 students from 15 NCIS schools competed in the 2026 NCIS Athletics Carnival.

FULL Results sheet HERE:

Age Champions and Placegetters in the table below:

NCIS ATHLETICS - Official NEW RECORD HOLDERS

A wholehearted CONGRATULATORY shout-out to these NEW Lindisfarne record holders:

8 Year Girls - 100m - Sophie Osuchukwu- 16.49

17 Year Boys - 200m - George Morgan - 23.36

11 Year Girls - 800m - Elle Down - 2:26.21

17 Year Boys Javelin - Oliver Watters - 47.96m

We are exceptionally proud of our athletes, who delivered outstanding performances across track and field, setting personal bests and showing great respect and school spirit on and off the track.

Congratulations to all competitors, and special mention to the following students who have earned selection for the CIS Championships:

Futsal QLD Champions of Champions

Over the past two weeks, several Lindisfarne teams proudly represented the College at the 2026 Futsal QLD Champion of Champions tournament, held at Nissan Arena.

Our students competed with determination, teamwork, and outstanding sportsmanship throughout the competition. Across all divisions, our teams performed exceptionally well, with most progressing through to the quarter-finals after some highly competitive matches.

A special congratulations goes to our 11 Years Girls team, who were crowned 2026 Futsal QLD Champion of Champions in their division. Their hard work, commitment, and teamwork were rewarded with a well-deserved championship title.

Congratulations to all of our players for their fantastic efforts and for representing Lindisfarne with pride. We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to our coaches for their time, dedication, and guidance throughout the tournament. Your support played a vital role in the success and enjoyment of this event.

Well done to everyone involved!

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RECENT GAMES

NSW RUGBY FNC 7s

Our Lindisfarne rugby 7s squads travelled to Casino for a valuable 7s trial tournament, using the day to build combinations, develop game understanding, and prepare for the remaining tournaments. Across all the matches, our squads showed exciting attacking rugby, resilience, and continuous improvement.

U18 Boys

Game 1 – Lindisfarne vs St Mary’s 43–7

Lindisfarne faced an unusual start after a mix-up with the draw meant our team arrived late to the field, conceding an early try before settling into the contest. Once the boys found their rhythm, they took complete control of the match. The attack flowed freely, with George Morgan and Zane Weston combining superbly to create opportunities, while Chase Wilson controlled the middle of the field and linked play effectively. From there, Lindisfarne ran away with the game, producing an impressive opening victory.

Game 2 – Lindisfarne vs Macaulay College 31-0

A complete team performance saw Lindisfarne keep their opponents scoreless while playing some of their best rugby of the day. Caleb Doevendans was outstanding over the ball, producing several crucial jackal turnovers to halt Macaulay’s momentum. Aiden Broadhurst consistently threatened the defence with sharp line breaks, crossing for a well-earned try, while the team impressed with excellent ball movement from sideline to sideline, making smart decisions to create space. It was a disciplined and clinical performance built on teamwork and unselfish play.

Game 3 – Lindisfarne vs Ballina Coast High School 31-14

Ballina entered the match as one of the strongest teams of the tournament and have traditionally been a difficult opponent. Lindisfarne responded with one of their most complete performances of the day. Archie Loemker was exceptional, dominating the aerial contest and providing confidence under the high ball. Aiden Broadhurst again demonstrated excellent game management, making quality decisions that created space for those around him. Will Stovin and Captain Tucker Groves combined well, attacking with speed and finishing off opportunities to help secure an impressive victory over quality opposition.

Game 4 – Lindisfarne vs The Rivers Secondary College (TRSC) 26–26 Draw

The final game of the day tested the team’s character after three demanding matches. Lindisfarne started slowly, with a couple of costly turnovers and poor option-taking allowing TRSC to build a 26–12 lead with just 90 seconds remaining. What followed was a tremendous display of resilience. Refusing to give in, the boys scored two late tries to level the match at 26–26, showing determination and belief until the final whistle. Archie Loemker again produced a strong all-round performance, while George Morgan was influential throughout the comeback, helping inspire the late fightback.

Tournament Summary

The Casino 7s tournament was an outstanding learning experience for the U18 squad. Across the four matches, the team displayed exciting attacking rugby, strong support play, and growing confidence with the ball in hand. Perhaps the most pleasing aspect of the day was the character shown by the group. Whether responding to an early setback in the opening match or mounting a dramatic comeback in the final game, the players continued to compete for one another and never stopped working.

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Sapphira Excels at Gold Coast Eisteddfod

Congratulations to Year 11 Music 2 student Sapphira on an outstanding achievement at this year's Gold Coast Eisteddfod.

Competing against talented pianists from across the region, Sapphira demonstrated exceptional musical skill and artistry, earning impressive results across multiple divisions:

• 1st Place – Baroque Piano

• 2nd Place – Open Age Championship

• 3rd Place – 16 to 20 Years Piano

These outstanding results reflect Sapphiera's dedication, disciplined practice, and passion for piano performance. Achieving success across both age and open championship categories is a remarkable accomplishment and highlights the high standard of musicianship developed through our Music program.

We are incredibly proud of Sapphira's success and look forward to seeing this musical journey continue throughout the HSC Music 2 course and beyond.

Congratulations on a fantastic achievement!

Neil O'Donnell
Teacher

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Last week, our Year 12 Drama students presented their HSC Showcase, sharing the practical works they have been developing throughout the course with family, friends, and members of the school community.

It was wonderful to see the confidence each student brought to the stage. Their performances reflected not only their individual talents but also the many hours of rehearsal, problem-solving, and perseverance that have gone into preparing their projects over the past few months.

Their willingness to take risks, embrace feedback, and continually encourage one another has been a joy to witness. Watching them grow as performers and as a class has been just as rewarding as seeing their final performances.

Thank you to the families, staff, and friends who joined us for the evening and continue to support our students throughout their HSC journey. Congratulations to our Year 12 Drama students on reaching this important milestone. I wish each of them every success as they continue refining their work ahead of the HSC Drama Practical Examination in September. It has been a privilege to be part of their journey, and I look forward to seeing all that they achieve in the mon

Leona Konik
Drama Teacher 

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