Waratah Weekly - Term 1, Edition 3 - Friday, 18 February 2022

Message from the Headmaster

I was so pleased to go and visit the Year 7 Camp this week. It was great to get amongst the students while they engaged in some fun and challenging activities. The raft building adventure was a lot of fun for the students even if the final products were not ready for true ocean-faring, but they did get across the pool and back multiple times! It was great to watch the students working together, encouraging each other and acting like a team. Who even knew that 28 Year 7 students could raft across the pool and disassemble their rafts in complete silence; now that was a challenge! Amongst the various outdoor activities of Archery, Sailing, Fishing, Rope Course and more, our students were able to hear about the amazing plan that God has for them. The students learned that God created this world to be perfect and for us to enjoy, yet we often mess it up in the way that we act. Unfortunately, we are always going to make mistakes, sometimes intentionally and sometimes accidentally, but God, out of his deep love for us, enacted a rescue plan for each one of us. Through Jesus' death on a cross we can all be accepted back into his family and if you have accepted Jesus as your Saviour, then when this temporary life ends, we will enjoy a perfect life with him for eternity. 

If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.
Romans 10:9

Mr Trevor Norman
College Headmaster

From the Deputy's Desk

Motivation
At the commencement of the year, it is good to consider setting up good study habits. 

Motivation is an important consideration when developing good study habits. Students are often motivated either extrinsically (from things such as rewards, praise) or intrinsically (from satisfaction and desire from within to achieve). Both forms of motivation can have their place. As I reflect on my own study when completing my Masters of Education Leadership, both forms of motivation were important to me. Intrinsically I had a desire to complete my studies and had a real sense of satisfaction from this. Extrinsically, I enjoyed rewarding myself with a nice meal (usually seafood) after submitting an assignment. 

While providing a reward or incentive to your child for study may help in the short term (and be particularly helpful for younger students), there may also be a need to help them develop some clarity around long term goals. Highly motivated students often have a sense of purpose in their study and almost always have some direction (if only general) where they are headed. The students who achieved excellent results in the 2021 HSC had a specific goal and purpose for which they were working. 

If your child lacks some goal clarity, it may be helpful to have a conversation around possible career directions post their time at the College. A good question to ask is 'If you had three hours, what would you want to do with it right now? Such a question may prompt areas of interest that could be explored further. For example, your child might say ‘play football’. Football may be a career prospect, but there are so many other options related to football: Exercise Science, Physiotherapy, Strength and Conditioning, Sports Psychology, Nutritionist to name a few. 

To further explore career possibilities, there are some wonderful resources on the College Careers Website and I would encourage you to speak to the College Careers Adviser, Dr Bearlin.

Mr Paul Burns
Deputy Headmaster

Teaching and Learning 7-12

‘The first and most important educator in any child’s life - is their parent(s)’

Gabbie Stroud – Author of ‘Dear Teachers’ and ‘Dear Parents’

Parents play an important role in the education of their children. A parent/caregiver will often teach their children many important skills before they even begin their formal education. They teach their child morals, values, ethics, manners, social interaction and a whole range of other skills. As a College and as a Teacher we build upon this foundation that has been taught at home.

I personally have the privilege and honour of working alongside my husband and being the parent of three children. However, I find the job of parenting a lot harder than my job as a teacher. I am not the perfect parent (just ask my husband) and I never have claimed to be. Each of our children have brought unique challenges and differences, what technique/s worked with one child may not necessarily work with another, and I was not given a ‘parenting handbook’ as I left the hospital after having my firstborn. I have had to rely on my own family upbringing and background – often turning to my own parents for parenting advice (some taken and others not), I have had to rely on my network of other parents – whether they be friends from church, mums that I had met at a pre-pregnancy class or parents I have met along the way through Dance, sporting commitments or even neighbours. Parenting is hard… Parenting changes as children move through the various stages… and parenting can even be harder when working with blended and diverse family backgrounds and situations. Parenting is harder when two (or in some families) more adults are not on the same page about upbringing and parenting. In general, parenting is not easy!

For effective Teaching and Learning to occur at the College, we need the support from our student’s parents or immediate caregivers. Support given for our Homework Policy, support for our College Diary as our main source of communication, support for the Uniform Policy, support for College events and activities, support of College Distinctives and ethos, support of our Pastoral Care Team who care for your children during the College day when you’re not there, and support in terms of asking how your child is going and have they got any assignments/assessments to do. Support of the Christian ethos of the College and an understanding that we are passionate about Jesus and we enjoy sharing our personal testimony with students. 

In 2022, I hope to strengthen the relationship we have with our parents to ensure we are educating your children in the best possible manner, to ensure they know they are cared for, to embrace learning and to ensure that they have an understanding of the importance of a having a relationship with God. I want the students to know that they should embrace all the opportunities that the College provides and that having a sense of Christian faith is really important in life beyond the College gates. I hope that in due course when COVID restrictions ease, we can have parents back on-site and enjoy together some of those learning experiences the College provides.

Mrs Kelly Evans
Director of Teaching & Learning 7-12

Passing on Messages or Forgotten Items

We have had an increasing number of parents calling or visiting Student Reception requesting that messages or items be passed on to their child in Primary. Firstly, I would like to say that if there are important or urgent messages/items we will pass these on. An example of this would be to let a child know that they are being picked up and are not to get on the bus as usual OR a diabetic/anaphylactic child has forgotten their bag that contains essential medical supplies.

From time to time children forget hats, sports equipment, instruments etc. Just like adults, they need to learn that there are consequences when we forget things and that sometimes we can find other solutions. The Administration staff are very busy and do not have time to be dropping off items or run non-essential messages to students.

If children forget their lunch, we will try to pass this on to them if parents drop it in. The Canteen can provide a sandwich and a piece of fruit if needed. Parents will be notified that this has occurred and payment will be arranged.

Parents should never go to a classroom or playground to pass on items that have been forgotten or to give a student a message.

Phone calls between students and parents during College hours are not to happen unless permission has been given by a College staff member.

Parent volunteers should not seek to contact or visit their children while at the College. We value your contribution, however, we need to keep children in the areas they should be in and allow them to have their normal day at the College.

In summary, please be aware that the College Administration staff are very busy and that in most cases children will survive the day if they forget things.

Ms Jacqui Huxtable
Director of Teaching & Learning T-6

Co-curricular Groups

Art Club
A time to either work on personal art projects or to complete tasks from previous Art lessons with the assistance of the Art teachers. Open to Secondary students throughout lunch on Fridays. 
Mrs Taylor
b.taylor@wac.nsw.edu.au

Debating
Allows students to participate in either the HICES or MISA Debating competitions, with the opportunity to visit other schools and attend Debating workshops/training meetings. Open to students from Years 5-12.
Mrs Wellington
s.wellington@wac.nsw.edu.au

Dance Company
Students can practice and refine their movement skills with their peers while getting the opportunity to perform at a range of events throughout the year. Open to students from Years 7-12 by audition.
Ms Valente
k.valente@wac.nsw.edu.au

College Band
The College Band allows students who play Brass, Woodwind, Percussion instruments or Piano/Keyboard to further develop their musical skills and perform in a range of College events. Open to all students from Years 7-12.
Mr Denley
s.denley@wac.nsw.edu.au

Strings
The College Strings Ensemble provides music for Formal Assemblies and other College events, allowing students to further refine their string instrument skills while participating in a group environment. Open to all students from Years 7-12 who play a string instrument. 
Ms Bridge
j.bridge@wac.nsw.edu.au

Aaron Landrigan and Eliza Eaton
Cocurricular Prefects

Secondary Sport

Round 1 MISA
The MISA Sport competition is back in full swing with Round 1 matches taking place this week. It was a strong opening round for our WAC sides with six wins from seven matches. Both OzTag teams secured maximum points with the Girls' side winning 6-1 thanks to some strong defence from Emma Windred and stand out performances by Keira Jobson and Rebecca Mills. It was a closer win for the Boys' team with a 5-3 scoreline against Mount Annan Christian College.

Our Junior Girls' Hockey side had a positive win against Broughton 2-1. Matilda Contre secured the first goal for the season and was well supported by Madison Eddie who also found the back of the net. It was also a big win first up for the Junior Girls' Indoor Cricket team against John Therry. Lauren O'Sullivan and Khloe Sutton started the innings with 24 runs, which was the highest partnership in our score of 76. Tight fielding kept the opposition to just 17 runs.

In Basketball our Senior Girls' team dominated their match with a significant 46-2 win over Broughton. In the Boys' match, it was a tough 25-46 loss.

Students and parents are also reminded that the MISA website is up and running. You can access all draws, results and competition tables at https://www.misaonline.org.au/   

NASSA Touch Football Gala Day
This year we will be sending four teams (Opens and U/15 Boys and Girls) to compete at the NASSA Touch Football Gala Day. Trials for the Open Boys' side has been selected earlier this week. The Open Girls' side and U/15 Girls' trials will take place on Monday, 21 February. The U/15 Boys trials will take place on Wednesday, 23 February. All trials will take place at lunch on the WACA.

WAC Swimming Carnival
Thank you to all the participants at last Friday’s Secondary Swimming Carnival. Despite the restrictions, it was a fantastic day to showcase student performances and achievements in the pool. Congratulations to the following students who have been named Swimming Age Champions. 

Representative Pathway Sports
NSW CIS and AICES have representative pathways available for high performing students across most sports. If your child is currently competing at a high level in their chosen sport please contact Mr Goldsbrough so he can inform you of the various trials or pathways available for your child to represent at these higher levels. Many of these trials begin in early Term 1 so get in quick so you don’t miss out. 

Upcoming Events:
CIS Girls' Cricket Trials - 18 Feb

NASSA Open Basketball Trial - 21 Feb

NASSA Tennis Gala Day - 25 Feb

NASSA Swimming (PM event) - 2 March

NASSA Touch Football Gala Day - 4 March

Mr Mark Goldsbrough
Secondary Sports Coordinator

Performing Arts News T-12

Performing Arts Ensembles
Get involved in the Performing Arts! Parents are encouraged to take a look at the table below which outlines our offerings for Performing Arts this year and discuss options for getting involved in the Performing Arts with their children. 
All Secondary ensembles intend to commence in Week 2 (except for College Choir, commencement date TBA).
All Primary ensembles intend to commence in Week 3.
Children simply need to meet the criteria in the table and attend the rehearsal in order to participate (with the exception of Dance Company which requires an audition - see below). 

Please note: We are still finalising arrangements for our College Choir and Primary Band. These ensembles will not start until further notice. 

Musical
We are delighted to announce that we will be having our next College Musical in Term 4 this year, Shrek!

Secondary students in Years 7-11 who would like to be in the cast are invited to stay after hours on Monday, 14 February until 4.15 pm for an 'audition support' session during which time we will outline the available roles and expectations for those who choose to commit to the Musical. We will also work to familiarise the students with the Musical and to prepare them for auditions in the following weeks. 

On Monday, 21 February we will hold auditions for students in Years 9-11, finishing at 4.15 pm.
On Monday, 28 February we will hold auditions for students in Years 7 & 8, finishing at 4.15 pm.
The remaining Monday afternoon rehearsals in Term 1 (2.45 pm - 4.15 pm) will be used to work with our lead cast members.

The whole Secondary cast will join rehearsal (2.45 pm - 4.15 pm) in Term 2.

The Primary cast (Years 5 & 6) will join us for rehearsals (2.45 pm - 4.15 pm) in Term 3. 

The 4.15 pm finish time will allow students to catch the late bus or be collected promptly by a parent/carer. We may need to review this finishing time as we approach performances later in the year.

Thirlmere Festival of Steam
Mark your diaries! The Thirlmere Festival of Steam will be taking place on Sunday, 13 March and will feature some of our performers. Ensemble leaders will communicate details to their students. Please note that the format is slightly different to years past, and so there are different opportunities for student involvement compared to previous years. 

Mrs Sarah Talbot
Performing Arts Coordinator T-12

Transition News

A warm welcome to our Transition students and families. We are enjoying getting to know our students and we are so proud of the way they are settling into the classroom environment.

Learning
Students have been engaging in the PreLit Program. This is a skills-based, early literacy preparation program for children in the year before Kindergarten. It is designed to complement an investigative learning environment and provides children with a sound foundation for learning to read. So far we have been learning about words and syllables. Students have also started to learn letters and sounds. As part of this program, we will be focusing on a book each week to develop students’ oral language development and comprehension. This week we are reading ‘Aaaarrgghh Spider’.

This term we have an ‘Australian Animals’ theme in the classroom. We are learning about different animals that live in Australia and we will be decorating our classroom with some fabulous craft. Please make sure you keep an eye out for some photos on Seesaw.

We have also started our rotating groups. This is a great opportunity for students to experience a variety of literacy, fine-motor and mathematics-based activities that they may not naturally gravitate towards. Students work in small groups of four students.

Eating
Thank you for your support in packing yummy, healthy lunchboxes. Some of our teachers on duty have found it difficult to encourage students to eat their sandwiches at lunchtime, this is normal as the children settle into a new environment and routine. Please let us know if you are concerned about the amount your child is eating.

Library
The students are really enjoying their Library lessons with Mrs Belusic. Please remember to put your child’s library bag in the College bag on their Library day.

Toto – Thursday
Tembo & Twiga – Friday

Thank you for your ongoing support and encouragement. Please contact us if you have any questions or concerns.

Mrs Anita Belusic
Tembo Teacher
a.belusic@wac.nsw.edu.au

Mrs Danielle Barnes
Twiga Teacher
d.barnes@wac.nsw.edu.au

Mrs Emily Clayton
Toto Teacher
e.clayton@wac.nsw.edu.au

College Nurse

Year 7 Vaccinations
The NSW School Vaccination Program will be onsite at the College for Year 7 Vaccinations on Friday, 11 March. All students in Year 7 should have received their vaccination information pamphlet and parental consent form. Consent forms need to be returned to Student Reception. If your child does not return their vaccination form, they will not be vaccinated. Vaccinations for Year 7 include Human Papillomavirus (HPV), diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis (whooping cough). 

Masks at the College
Following the Public Health Order, students in the Secondary Years are reminded that they need to be wearing masks indoors at the College. It is recommended that students in the Primary Years wear masks but not mandatory. Students are reminded that they need to bring their own masks to wear to the College each day. The College has purchased a number of masks, so if a student forgets their mask, they are able to pick one up from Student Reception. The first time a student forgets their mask it will be replaced for free but after that $1.00 per mask will be added to a student's fees. The aim of this process is to help students to be responsible for remembering to bring a mask to the College.

Rapid Antigen Home Testing
It has been great to hear stories from students of how whole families have been involved in the RAHT. Families have been quite creative to make the process go as smooth as possible and ensuring their children have completed the tests twice weekly as recommended.

We have College staff members/students and their families that have a range of medical conditions such as diabetes, asthma or being immunosuppressed for example. These medical conditions would pose a great risk to these individuals if they were infected with COVID. 

We appreciate our College community and their efforts in keeping our College safe by following current NSW Health guidelines. 

Mrs Sally Lloyd
College Nurse

Secondary - 'MyTech'

How Will Devices Be Used?
Parents (particularly parents who are new to the College) often are intrigued by how the Secondary BYO devices are used in classes. Our staff currently use technology in a variety of ways to teach students. This ranges from setting specific tasks through to giving open-ended tasks where students are expected to use technology to solve a problem. Much of the content and many of the teaching activities will be delivered to students through our Learning Management System, ‘Canvas’. 

It allows students to take greater ownership of their learning and provide them with the opportunity to collaborate, communicate and research on a global level in real-time, whether they are in the classroom with the teacher, or at home at their desk or kitchen table. It also provides an avenue for students that are physically away from the College for a variety of reasons, sickness or family business, to stay connected with the allocated work in most subject areas (provided that Internet access is available). 

It was a blessing to have the facility of such devices and ‘Canvas’ during our two stints of Off-Campus Learning in recent years. Students were still able to complete and submit work, receive both written and verbal feedback and collaboratively work with other students despite being physically restricted to the confines of their homes.

The technology won’t replace the explicit teaching of concepts or the interaction between the teacher and the students. Its purpose is to enhance the method and practice of teaching, as we learn, teach and live in the 21st Century. It is expected that, where appropriate, devices will be used in most subjects. Therefore, it is vital that students bring their devices fully charged to the College every day.

Another area that intrigues parents and students with the implementation of ‘MyTech’ and BYO devices is … “What effect will the program have on exercise books?” Students will still continue to use exercise books as it is important that their handwriting skills are maintained. After all, the HSC written examinations held each year are still handwritten. The College will use a blended learning environment meaning that traditional classroom methods, such as the use of exercise books and textbooks, are combined with the Internet and digital media. Depending on the type of activity, the teacher will decide on the best tool to use and will clearly communicate this to the students. It is envisaged that the device will be an integral part of most, but not all lessons. Students will still be required to complete handwritten tasks, particularly in Years 11 and 12.

Please remember, if you have any specific questions regarding ‘MyTech’, please check the ‘MyTech’ section of the College website https://mytech.wac.nsw.edu.au/index.php or feel free to email mytech@wac.nsw.edu.au

Mr Lloyd Grant
Secondary Learning Innovations Coordinator

Secondary Homework Club

Hi Secondary students and parents,

Just in case you missed the news... WE'RE BACK!!!

Secondary Homework Club recommenced this week. We have a great team of teachers available and we'll use separate classrooms to keep students and staff COVID-19 safe.

You may have noticed that your homework has built up in the past few weeks or there are some assessment items that are looming on the calendar. We encourage students in Years 7-12 to attend Homework Club to make use of the generous guidance provided by teachers to help them with these items. 

When: Wednesday afternoons 3.00 pm-4.30 pm (Term 1, Weeks 3-9)

Where: Flynn IRC and selected Flynn classrooms

What to bring: Homework, assessment tasks, puzzling questions, necessary equipment and a positive attitude! It is essential that you have a work plan for the time you attend Homework Club and can work productively on your own. However, there are plenty of staff to help if you need assistance.

Pick up: Students need to be picked up by 4.30 pm in the Melba carpark or catch the late bus ~ 4.20 pm.

Contact: Dr Bearlin, Mr Aquilina, Mr Beckinsale, Ms Bodor, Ms Caughey, Ms Clark, Mr Jordan, Mrs Madden, Mr Smiltnieks & Mrs Talbot. 

See you there!

Dr Rob Bearlin
Careers Adviser & Science Teacher

Stage 6 Dance

On Tuesday, 15 February, Stage 6 Dance students attended a matinee performance of Callback at the Seymour Centre, which is a repertoire of exemplar HSC Dance performances, compositions and major study works from the 2021 cohort. There was also a Q&A session involved in this event which allowed students to gain an insight into the process of undertaking the HSC Dance course. Year 11 Dance students were able to reflect on the value and effect of a Dance production and Year 12 Dance students took away inspiration and key points of advice for their own HSC Dance works.

Miss Kara Valente
Dance/PDHPE Teacher

Library News

Library Lunchtimes 
Lunchtimes in the Libraries will temporarily be restricted to year groups or stages in order to limit the number of students in these spaces.

Senior Secondary Years 11-12: The Flynn Library is open from 7.50 am - 4.15 pm for Stage 6 students.

Secondary Years 7-10: Lunch 2 in Johnson and Sturt Libraries
Games and books are available. Makerspace will be held in the Sturt Library.

Johnson: 
Monday, Year 7 
Wednesday, Year 8 
Thursday, Year 9 
Friday, Year 10 

Sturt: 
Monday, Year 10 
Wednesday, Year 9 
Thursday, Year 8 
Friday, Year 7 

Primary: Quarmby Library
Monday: Year 1
Tuesday: Year 3
Wednesday: Year 2
Thursday: Year 4
Friday: Years 5 and 6

Please note: all Primary students have Library lessons in which they have the opportunity to borrow either weekly or fortnightly. Kindergarten will not access the Libraries at lunchtime during this restricted time.

Click and Collect Library Books!
Click and Collect borrowing is available via OLIVER Library Catalogue (see student cloud). Students request the books online and library staff bring the book to their Roll Class the next day. Limit of four reservations at one time.

Book Club Orders Due Sunday 20th February
The Book Club Issue 1 catalogue will be handed out this week during Primary Library Lessons. Secondary students can find them at Student Reception and Johnson and Flynn Libraries and should select the class ‘Secondary’ when ordering.  All orders are to be made online or through the LOOP App. Orders are due Sunday, 20 February.

Mrs Justine Colombo
College Librarian

Flowers Cafeteria

Thank you to all of you that have put down your name as a Volunteer for the Canteen this year. We appreciate and value your time and are looking forward to working with you as we continue to build and strengthen our College community. 

New items will be added to the Canteen menu in the near future. Please keep an eye out for these. 

Mrs Lucy Londregan
Canteen Manager

Equestrian Team Building Clinic

Employment Opportunities

Enrolment News

Application For Enrolment
Applications continue to pour in for 2022 and beyond, across all Year Groups, but especially our entry years of Transition, Kindergarten, Year 5, Year 7 and Year 11.

All current College families looking to enrol siblings for the coming years are encouraged to do so without delay to avoid disappointment. 

Enrolment packs are available from the College Office or from the College website www.wac.nsw.edu.au

Mrs Kristy Biddle
Enrolments Officer
Ph: 4684 2722

Clothing Pool

Phone Access
Let your fingers do the walking! The College Clothing Pool now has a telephone line which you can call to check stock availability! The Clothing Pool's direct line is 4623 0286 extension number 286.

Donations
Thank you for all your great donations, please keep them donating them at the Clothing Pool during opening hours or neatly leave them at Student Reception.

New Socks 
We have sold out of most sizes and styles of Socks. We have placed an order with Lowes and will notify you when they arrive.

New Volunteers 
Thank you and Welcome to our newest volunteers -  Renu and Amanda. If you would like to join our team, we still require volunteers on Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday Mornings. Please call Melissa for more information on 0415 402 013.

Locations and Opening Hours 
Located at the back of White Cottage (Transition) 
7.45 am to 8.30 am Monday to Friday
EFTPOS available

Mrs Melissa Whishaw
P&F Clothing Pool Coordinator

Church Services

Wollondilly Anglican Church
Currently posting pre-recorded messages and services on their YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1LQDtFMRt1RFZQ8KhRC2kA  
If you are interested in attending a Bible Study, or Youth Group and connecting with the community this way, please visit these links for more information
https://wollondillyanglican.org/grown-ups/  
https://wollondillyanglican.org/youth-ministries/  
We also encourage you to check out their website to stay updated with any new information https://wollondillyanglican.org/
Contact them about any enquiries at
https://wollondillyanglican.org/contact/

C3 Picton and Camden
Live-streaming their services on their YouTube channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCV-SaFqz0okwO85XQE01CKw.
If you would like to find out more information about C3 connect groups, please visit these links:
https://www.c3picton.church/groups
If you would like to know more information about C3 and keep updated please visit their website:
https://www.c3picton.church/
Facebook page:
https://m.facebook.com/C3Picton/
Contact them at:
https://www.c3picton.church/contact

Campbelltown Christian Community Church (C4) 
Services run on Sundays at 10.00 am. Also currently streaming their services on their YouTube channel:

Wollondilly Presbyterian Church
Sunday Service starts a 9.15 am. 
The Service is also streamed on their YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClGGkiM_xP5rCdViW3uo6Xw/featured
They are also holding Church Zoom Calls at 9.15 am on Sundays, if you are interested in connecting to the community in this way, please visit their Facebook page for the links as well as updates, information and to contact about any enquiries.
https://www.facebook.com/WollondillyPC/

Tahmoor Baptist Church
Sunday Service starts a 9.50 am. 
Also streamed at https://www.tahmoorbaptistchurch.org/
If you are interested in attending a Bible Study, or Youth Group and connecting with the community this way, please visit this link for more information
https://www.tahmoorbaptistchurch.org/activities.html

Picton and Wilton Anglican Church
Picton - Sundays 9.30 am – 10.50 am all welcome.
Also live-streamed on Youtube: http://youtube.com/PWAChurches/
Wilton - Sundays 5 pm – 6.20 pm all welcome.
Also live-streamed on Youtube: http://youtube.com/PWAChurches/

Most importantly, we encourage all to meet with God directly and personally through daily reading of The Bible and prayer. This is the best way to get to know who God is and further trust in him during this time. If you don’t have a Bible or don't know where to start, we encourage you to download “You Version” on your device, this is a great resource to assist you in your journey and relationship with God.

The Oaks Anglican Church
Sunday at 10.00 am. Services will also be streamed online live: toa.church/livestream/

Douglas Park Evangelical Church
10.00 am Sundays at Douglas Park Community Hall or online via Zoom.
Contact David Luxford on 0404754105 or via Facebook.com/DPEChurch

Staying connected in the Southern Highlands area.

Highlands Christian Church: 
Sundays at 10.00 am
Online Service:
https://www.facebook.com/highlands.au/videos/highlands-church-online-experience/930979114318498/
Website:
https://www.highlandschristianchurch.org.au/

Highlands Baptist Church
Sundays at 10.30 am
Website:
http://www.highlandsbaptistchurch.org.au/

St Judes (Bowral Anglican)
Traditional Church Building - 8.00 am, 9.30 am & 4.00 pm
Church Auditorium - 9.30 am & 5.30 pm
Website:
https://bowralanglican.org.au/
Online Service:
https://bowralanglican.org.au/online/

Mittagong Anglican
Sundays at 9.30 am & 11.30 am
Website:
https://www.mittang.com.au/
Sermon Archive:
https://www.mittang.com.au/sermons/

C3 
Sundays at 10.30 am
Website:
https://c3destinychurch.com/
Livestream/Video Archive:
https://c3destinychurch.com/sunday-live-stream/

Bowral Baptist
Sundays at 10.00 am
Website:
https://bowralbaptistchurch.net/wordpress/
Video Archive:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCED4wlEz42j6thR9-OsVn4A

Community News

WAC Kids Care
From time to time, families undergo trauma such as severe or terminal illness. There are short term support structures in place at the College to assist families during these times.

We have a collection of beautifully prepared meals that are ready for distribution for any families in need.

The WAC Kids Care Program offers support to families in the way of meals. Please contact Mrs Hay or Mrs Rockwell at the College. Confidentiality will be respected. If you know of anyone who may need meals at this time, please contact the College office.

Wollondilly Wellbeing - Free Self-Defence Classes
Wollondilly Shire Council was successful in gaining a grant from the Consumers Health Forum of Australia to provide our new project “Wollondilly Wellbeing”

The aim of this project is to support 18 to 30-year-old Wollondilly residents to look after their wellbeing through a holistic approach.

As part of this project, there will be free Self-Defence classes available for 18 to 30-year-old Wollondilly residents.

Click here to register for these classes- https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/wollondilly-wellbeing-self-defence-classes-tickets-266364843417

Rugby League Ready Program 2022
It is an exciting time for our game moving into season 2022 with a lot of exciting opportunities for our area.

As a game, we are looking for SUPERSTAR coaches and deliverers for the upcoming Rugby League Ready program which is a program designed to get young participants in the Under 6 ages group “ Rugby League Ready”. The successful Coaches and deliverers will possess an ability to communicate effectively with volunteers, be confident and have experience working with young children. This is a paid role.

The Rugby League Ready program runs over a period of 6 weeks of an afternoon at local junior rugby league clubs. This position is suited to an existing junior league coach or school teacher. 

To apply please follow the link below. Alternatively please circulate within your club or school network.

Click Here to Apply

Football Star Academy

Heidi Jones Super Swim Fundraiser

https://superswim.org.au/heidijones

Reaching 4 Korina
The annual Trivia Night is on Friday, 11 March 2022, at Mittagong RSL. Tickets are $60.00 per head. This includes a two-course dinner and trivia. if you would like to join us and meet Korina (if you haven’t already), please come along. In the past, we have had a wonderful time with a lot of laughs.

 We are currently selling raffle tickets (2 for $5.00)
1^st Prize # $1,500 Hello World Travel voucher
2^nd Prize # Posh Picnic Co voucher for 2 with Mumm champagne
3^rd Prize  # Rochelle Adonis Cakes & Confections High Tea

Auskick AFL

MW Physie & Dance

Come and try MW Physie & Dance.
Your first lesson is free!
See the flyer below for times

Picton Rangers Football Club

Tahmoor Netball Club

Picton Netball Club

Buxton Netball Club

Online Road Rules Information Session

How well do you know the road rules?

Council invites you to join us for an online information session where you can brush up on your driving skills and knowledge of the NSW road rules including the top 10 most misunderstood road rules.

This information session is aimed to increase knowledge and gain an understanding of new road rules and the most misunderstood road rules in NSW.

Registration is available online - https://www.eventbrite.com.au/x/top-10-most-misunderstood-road-rules-9-march-2022-tickets-170075364995

ANNUAL WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
Friday, 4 March 2022
VENUE: St Anthony of Padua Church, Tahmoor
START: 10.00 am Refreshments to follow
Prayer for England, Wales and Northern Ireland
Theme: Jeremiah 29:11 God's promise to his people in exile in Babylon, found in the book of Jeremiah.