From the Vice Principal – Term 3 Week 10
Uniform Change – Winter 2026
To support a neat and consistent appearance during our Winter uniform period (Terms 2 and 3), the College will introduce a College black belt to be worn with the College trousers from Term 2, 2026. Families will need to purchase the belt from the Uniform shop for a cost of $20.
Trousers will now be sold with belt loops. If your child’s current trousers do not have loops, please arrange for loops to be added prior to the commencement of Term 2, 2026. The College Uniform Shop can assist with this alteration for a charge of $10 per pair of trousers, or you may use your preferred alterations service or make the adjustment at home.
Thank you for your support in implementing this change to keep our students looking smart and ready to learn. If you have any questions, the Uniform Shop team is happy to help.
Arts Week
In Week 2 of Term 4, we’ll be celebrating the incredible creativity and talent within our community through a vibrant series of showcases. Each day will highlight a different artistic discipline, offering something for everyone to enjoy and be inspired by:
- Monday: Drama Showcase featuring performances from both Primary and Secondary students — a celebration of storytelling and stagecraft.
- Tuesday: Media Showcase and Awards — an evening dedicated to recognising the creativity and innovation behind the camera.
- Wednesday: Visual Arts Exhibition and Music Collective — a chance to see and hear the heart of our artists and musicians in a stunning display of colour and sound.
- Thursday & Friday: Dance Showcases — bringing energy, expression, and connection to the stage in two unforgettable performances.
Tickets can be purchased via the links in the attached flyer.
Child Safeguarding – Policy Updates
The College has recently completed a comprehensive review of our Child Safeguarding policy suite to ensure that it continues to meet the evolving needs of our students and complies with best practice and regulatory requirements. Please find below links to the updated policies.
- Child Safeguarding Policy
- Student Child Safeguarding Code of Conduct Policy and Procedures
- Marist Child Safe Adult Code of Conduct
- Staff and Student Professional Boundaries Policy
- Further information on the Newman College Child Safeguarding Program and other policies
Social Media Ban – Online Parent Information Session
On 10 December 2025, new legislation will take effect, banning children under the age on 16 from accessing social media platforms. The College seeks to support parents and students as they navigate this change and has engaged Paris MacNeill, a consultant who specialises in student mental health and the challenges of “Gen Z.”
Paris will unpack the new legislation, what this will mean for our children, and provide practical advice and resources on how parents and the College can work together to minimise the anxiety and uncertainty that this change may create for students.
This online session will take place on Thursday 30 October at 6.00pm, and further registration details will be available to families in the first week of Term 4.
Year 7 – 11 Annual Awards Evening – Save the Date
This year, the Annual Awards Assembly will be held as an evening event. The evening will serve to acknowledge the hard work and achievements of students across all the College Portfolios.
The Annual Awards Evening will take place on Wednesday 26 November at 5.30pm in the Marist Auditorium. Award recipients and their families will receive a formal invitation closer to the day.
Mr Michael Chiera
VICE PRINCIPAL