87th Annual Awards EveningLast Friday evening, the College celebrated our students’ academic, cultural, and sporting achievements of 2016 at the Annual Awards Evening. The event was attended by special guests, Mr Bob Manning (Mayor of Cairns), Br Neville Solomon (Qld Regional Director Marist Schools Australia), Mr Diarmuid O’Riordan (Assistant Executive Director, Catholic Education Services), Mrs Ursula Elms (Assistant Executive Director – Teaching and Learning, Catholic Education Services), and Fr Frank Gordon (Vicar General, Diocese of Cairns), who all took part in the presentation of various awards.

We were extremely pleased to see Lennon Hall almost filled to capacity with parents and guests who had come to acknowledge the students’ accomplishments. They were entertained by a variety of performances, from the Music Department’s Big Band Swing to the Combined Colleges Choir to Lachlan Doyle’s recital of the monologue “Freedom.” The entertainment was an integral component of the evening and complemented the program perfectly.The successes of students from Years 7 to 12 were recognised and commended, though the highlight of the evening was the presentation of the Major Awards. The College congratulates all students who received awards at the Annual Awards Evening.Mr Lance Helms - Director of Studies

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College DuxLuke Mlikota

Champagnat Award for Outstanding Contribution to College Life Jack McMenamin

Junior DuxFinn Niesler

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SPECIAL ACHIEVEMENTS

ORIENTATION DAYIt was with a mix of nerves and excitement that the future Year 7 students entered the College for the first time yesterday. Many schools from the district and beyond were represented as the boys proudly entered the gates in their Year 6 uniforms. Nerves were quickly settled as the young men were introduced to the senior leaders of 2017 and also as they shook hands with Br Darren and had their photo taken. Still a little unsure, the boys were then lead by the senior leaders to Lennon Hall where many other introductions began and many eventful activities were planned for the day.The first activity for the day was a College tour lead by the prefects. Each senior leader led a small group of boys around the College taking in all the wonderful facilities. The highlight of this tour of course was the morning tea stop at Tolle's where the boys indulged in some lovely muffins, fruit and juice. After morning tea, the activities really heated up with half of the group heading off to science to complete an experiment and the other half staying in Lennon Hall to do some more energetic activities.Science was a real eye opener for the Year 6 boys. Their first task was to learn some animal biology and experience the dissection of a rat. Strong stomachs were the order of the day for this activity. Following the dissection the boys got to do what all boys love to do and that is to blow something up. Science was a real treat for this group and a clear popular choice of subject for 2017. I would like to thank the Science staff for the organisation and professionalism they brought to this awesome experience for the boys.Back at the Hall the other group was up to some fun stuff also. The PE staff started them off with a fun warm up of name change tiggy. This really got the boys' hearts pumping. Following this were a number of games

including, human knot, human carry and captain’s call which were a heap of fun and a great opportunity for boys to start getting to know each other. The boys were deliberately placed into groups that comprised of different schools to avoid boys grouping with their mates and allowing them to mingle more effectively. Following these activity rotations, they headed off to their favourite facility ‘Tolle's Cafeteria’ to get some lunch.The final activity of the day was a concluding liturgy in the Chapel, with Mr Brett Toombs, to discuss the Marist Pillars and the expectations of St Augustine’s College. The gathering also gave the boys a chance to reflect on the day and share some thoughts. It was clear that many of the boys were much more comfortable about coming to Saints and the day was a success. We all look forward to these young men joining our Saints family in 2017.Mr Aaron HumeHead of Year 7

Baiden Sager (Service), Lachlan Doyle (Arts), Joseph Krebs (College Vice-Captain & Public Speaking), Brendan O'Sullivan (Liturgy), Nathan Readman (Heavey), Bill Hedley (Reginald), Thomas Dobb (Service), Will Patmore (Walter), Br Darren Burge, Oliver Koch (College

Captain), Nicholas Lauder (Academic), Bailey Hurst (Phelan), Matthew Lynch (SRC) and Tyrell Adams (Boarding)

COLLEGE PREFECTS FOR 2017 ANNOUNCED

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Dear Members of the Saints Community,The announcement of our new school leaders signaled the beginning of the end. The conversations I have had with our Year 12 students have indicated a real mix of emotions at this stage of the year. They are on the threshold of an exciting new phase in their lives. However, there are fears about the immediate future and sadness at leaving this community. The Year 7 class of 2017, who joined us for their orientation day yesterday, are bright eyed about the possibilities at Saints and nervous at the same time. We have entered the ‘time of transitions’ in the school year and they have much to teach us.The transition might be more obvious for the departing Year 12s and the new Year 7s but it is a time of transition for all of us in some ways. In a community such as this, we are all influenced by those who are leaving us as we reflect on their unique contribution to the College and celebrate their achievements with them. The graduation day will be filled with emotion as we do this. More importantly, we can’t help but stop for a moment to consider how they, as people, have impacted on our lives. Our memories of certain individuals will stay with us and we will be sad to see them leave us because they have had an influence on who we are. Our reflections can cause us to look beyond the surface of our existence to something deeper.The reflections we can have at such times of transition or change can take us into a new space within ourselves and this invites us to look at our lives from a different perspective. We don’t have to engage this invitation but there can be a good deal of personal insight and growth if we do. The experts who write about transitions speak of ‘liminal experience’; that space at the edges of our normal reality which can take us to other deeper places within ourselves and from which we can view our experience differently. You might call them ‘new insights’. The end of year celebrations always reminds me that our relationships and the individuals in our lives are what is important. We can so often run around in our busy lives giving time and attention to things that are less important and lose sight of the time we need to give to those who are closest.

As I shake the hands of the boys who graduate from the College on their last day, I think more about what sort of person they are than what they have achieved.Each year, I also sit at the Graduation Mass, delighted to be part of such a wonderful community of people. Collectively we have something special happening here and that is tangible on that day. We can call it ‘family spirit’ and the boys so often call it ‘brotherhood’. I also love highlighting this to the new families and inviting them into our community as I did yesterday with the enthusiastic charges who will join us in a couple of months.As these end of year events play out again this year, I encourage you to pause, take notice and reflect. What do these events evoke in you? How does it feel? This can take you into the ‘intangible’; those things we can’t necessarily see or pick up in our hands but which we know to be true. Instinctively, we also know these are the most important things in our lives.I hope that we pause and consider what underpins all of this. What animates family spirit/brotherhood? When people talk about these aspects of our College and shared experience here and attribute them to something we do, I often feel uncomfortable. I think we are missing the mark when we do this. These are ‘things of the spirit’. They are there for us to share and enjoy. They are as close to us as our own breath. What WE can do is create an environment for these spiritual realities and virtues, which I believe are God given, to flourish and thrive. And, these are the things that unify us, not just here at Saints, but wherever we are. They can be very tangible here and the only reason for this, in my opinion, is we value them, nurture and promote them.As we experience the ‘special moments’ at the conclusion of the year, let’s pause, take notice and reflect. We can glean new insights from these transitions. As we do, let’s remember the spiritual source from which they come.With best wishes,Br Darren Burge FMSPrincipal

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87TH ANNUAL AWARDS

Bishop's Prize for Christian Leadership Tayshaun Mosby

Good Conduct Medal Luke Angus

Graeme Cruden Prize for Senior Mathematics David Pan & William Webster

Year 8 Student of the Year Jack Jenkins

Excellent Contribution to the Arts, Junior Mike Christensen

Year 7 Student of the Year Fintan Churchward

Brother Leonidas Memorial Award for Christian Leadership in Junior School

Adam Takai

Old Boys' Prize for All Round Effort and Achievement

Adam Dobson

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Sam Pappalardo Memorial Bursary for Effort and Achievement in Year 10

Benjamin Ryan

87TH ANNUAL AWARDS

Lionel Williamson Award for Initiative & Service

Kobe See Kee

Lou Piccone Prize for General ProficiencyEusebio Goncalves

Matthew-John Mauro Award for Outstanding Effort by a Senior Student

Connor Wright

Junior Orator of the Year Nicholas Reed

Laurie Blampied Memorial Trophy for Senior Orator Eusebio Goncalves

Film Maker of the Year Jeremy Robertson

Musician of the Year Connor Wright

Outstanding Contribution to the Arts Kobe See Kee

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World Teachers' day

World Teachers' Day was celebrated on Friday 28 October. The Student Representative Council organised a thank you card and a small gift for all the staff at Saints, be they teachers, administration staff, grounds staff or staff involved in the boarding program. In addition to this the Parents and Friends Committee, on behalf of all Saints parents, provided a wonderful morning tea as a sign of appreciation to the staff of Saints. It is no secret that the key to a good school lies in the teachers who journey with their students each day. At Saints we have some of the best.

a sTrong Finish

As the year draws to a close there is no winding down at Saints. Teachers are aware that at Saints we teach and assess through to the final bell. The boys know that the College’s expectation regarding application, behaviour, uniforms, grooming and assessment never waivers. Part of building resilience is to see things through to the finish and this applies to the Saints boys' academic year. I ask that all parents reinforce this message at home.

are you leaving sainTs?Thankfully, apart from our senior cohort, we do not farewell many students each year. However, we are aware that family situations may change that require students to move to another College to complete their education. If this is your reality please contact the College office as soon as possible to ensure that all exit requirements are fulfilled and to give the Saints community time to farewell your son in a proper fashion.

Mr Frazer RigbyDeputy Principal

As we prepare to move to a new database it is important that your contact details are current and up-to-date.

We remind our families to notify the College office should any of their details or circumstances change.

DEPUTY PRINCIPAL

World Teachers’ day

World Teachers’ Day is a UNESCO initiative celebrated since 1994, intended to acknowledge the work of teachers in primary and secondary schools, as well as caregivers and teaching staff at early childhood centres.

It is celebrated internationally on 5 October, but because this date usually falls in the Australian school holidays, Queensland celebrates World Teachers’ Day on the last Friday of October. This year, it fell on Friday the 28th, appropriately coinciding with both State Education Week and Children’s Week.

In celebration, many schools held morning teas, events, assemblies and certificate-giving ceremonies amongst other acknowledgements, as well as promoting the event to show their appreciation. At St Augustine’s College, teachers were treated to a morning tea provided by the Parents and Friends Association, and senior students presented every staff member with a greeting card and gift as a token of appreciation.

In addition, students were encouraged to join in the spirit by displays around the school, which showcased teachers’ sentiments about their jobs and what they got out of them.

“Seeing students getting into something is what teaching is all about”, said Mrs Kerry McKenzie, Art teacher. “You’re opening up a whole new world to these students because they might not have anyone in their family that’s interested in art, or they might not have even been to an art gallery before”, she explained.

“It [teaching] makes you reflect on things a lot, the way you do things and the reasons you do them”, said Nick Cutuli, Maths teacher. “It’s definitely a rewarding career; you feel like you’re doing something worthwhile, you feel like you’re contributing something significant to the community”, he added.

Our classrooms and communities are indebted to our teachers, who tirelessly educate and inspire our young people. On behalf of the students – from the back-row jokers to the fledgling academics – thank you.

Jesse Hyden, Year 11

WORLD TEACHERS' DAY

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TRADING HOURSSHOP HOURS – NOVEMBER

During the month of November, the Saints Shop will be open each Monday and Wednesday from 8:00am – 4.30pm.The last day of trading for 2016 is Wednesday 23 November.

NOVEMBER SALEThe Saints Shop will offer 10% off during the month of November. We encourage parents to take advantage of the sale. We are happy to exchange sizes in the new year if required.

VOLUNTEERS – HELP NEEDEDThe Saints Shop requires the assistance of volunteers during the month of November. The Shop will be open Mondays and Wednesdays in November from 8.00am – 4.30pm. This is a busy month as we prepare our Year 7 students for school in 2017. If you are able to help in the afternoons it would be most appreciated. We will also require assistance from 16-20 January 2017 (the week before school starts). If you can help in any way, please contact Helen in the Saints Shop.

STATIONERY PACKS – YEAR 7Year 7 Stationery Packs are now available for purchase. Cost is $180.00 which includes all of your son’s stationery requirements.

GRADUATION GIFTSWith Year 12 Graduation Day just around the corner, the Saints Shop may be able to help you with a special gift for your son. We have our Old Boys’ Polo for $35, or a giftboxed pen for $20 as well as sets of glasses. We look forward to seeing you in the Saints Shop soon.

BOARDING STUDENTSCASH’S NAME TAGS

If your son/daughter will be boarding in 2017, please phone the Saints Shop to order Cash’s name tags now. We require your son’s laundry number and address details. Cost for the standard 12 dozen (144 pieces) is $48.00. Tags are mailed to your address and normally take one to two weeks to arrive.

TRADING HOURS FOR JANUARY 2017The Saints Shop will be open the week prior to school commencing for Term 1, 2017.

Monday 16 January – Friday 20 January 20178.00am – 4.30pm

Normal trading hours will resume on Monday 23 January 2017.

Monday and Wednesday8.00am–3.30pm

SAINTS SHOP WEBSITEWe invite all parents/carers to have a look at the Saints Shop website www.shop.sac.qld.edu.au. The website provides:• Uniform requirements• Online purchasing of uniforms• Stationery lists for Years 7-12• Hours of operationPlease do not hesitate to contact the Saints Shop direct on 4052 9137 or email saintsshop@sac.qld.edu.au

The online payment system for orders from the Saints Shop will be unavailable from 4.00pm 23 November 2016 until 8.00am 1 January, 2017. Orders placed after 1 January 2017 will be available for collection from Monday 16 January 2017.Parents can still access the website during this time.

SAINTS SHOP NEWS

COLLEGE CALENDARFri 11 November Boarders' Free Weekend

Fri 18 November Year 12 Graduation Mass 10.00am Year 12 Graduation Assembly 11.30am Year 12 Graduation Dinner 6.30pm

Thu 24 November Classes finish–Year 11

Fri 25 November Years 7-10 Advent Liturgy & Farewell Classes finish–Years 7–10

Are Your ContACt DetAils Current?HAve You MoveD reCentlY?

HAve Your CirCuMstAnCes CHAngeD?Are Your son's MeDiCAl DetAils Current?

Please update your details by emailing the College on reception@sac.qld.edu.au

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Awards Evening: Congratulations to all award winners and performers at the Awards Evening last week. It was very pleasing to see so many students who are involved in the College Arts programs receiving major awards, including Senior Outstanding Contribution to the Arts, Kobe See Kee; Junior, Mike Christensen; Film Maker of the Year, Jeremy Robertson and Musician of the Year, Connor Wright. All groups played at a very pleasing standard and showcased the wide variety of musical styles and genres that our students produce. Well done everyone.

Yarrabah Band Festival: Congratulations to the Saints Big Band and Mrs Spannenburg for their excellent performances at the Yarrabah Band Festival last weekend. The band played to a big crowd at Bishop Malcolm Park and was very well received with an excellent vocal solo given by Connor Wright. Our students also played alongside members of the Yarrabah Band and in the finale with headline acts, Archie Roach and Montaigne.

Year 12 Recording: The Year 12 Music class spent two days recently at Pegasus Studios recording a CD for their final assessment task. The recording gave students experience in performing in the exacting environment of the recording studio and our students rose admirably to the challenge. In total, the CD will have 7 tracks and will be posted on the College website when it becomes available.

Music Ensembles Breakup Breakfast: With the completion of Awards Evening, morning rehearsals have now stopped for the year. All students must return all ensemble music and folders to the Music Department for sorting. Our annual Music Ensembles Breakfast Breakup will be held on Tuesday morning 15 November from 7.30am to 8.10am on the deck at Tolle's. All players and singers are asked to bring a small plate of breakfast food to share. Our Year 12 musicians are acknowledged at this event.

Farewell to Year 12 Arts students: To all our Year 12s and, in particular, to the students who have been involved in the Saints Arts program over your five years here, we say a fond farewell and good luck. We hope you will continue to develop as artists, actors, musicians and film makers and extend best wishes in all that you do.Dr Malcolm Cole - Head of Arts

ARTS DEPARTMENT

Saints Big Band performing at the Yarrabah Band Festival

Year 12 Music Class at Pegasus Studios

Year 12 Music Class at Pegasus Studios

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design and Technology deParTMenTThe St Augustine’s Design and Technology Department has again been very successful in the DATTA Awards, with nine boys winning prizes this year. The awards, conducted by the Business Liaison Association and sponsored by many local businesses, are to encourage excellence in design, drawing and manufacture. The competition is open to all schools in the Cairns and surrounding district with many excellent and innovative projects presented for judging.

Many of the entries were on display at Cairns Central where the presentation to prize winners was held. Some of the Saints projects were also on display in the foyer of Lennon Hall on Awards Evening. A special mention must go to Daniel Knowles and Nicholas Marino who won the senior and junior most outstanding awards respectively. Certainly a magnificent achievement. Congratulations to all of the boys and a special thank you to their teachers who have done that bit extra to ensure we maintain our high standards.

A complete list of our winners follows:Daniel Knowles – Winner- Senior Technology and Senior Outstanding OverallBen Gooden – 3rd place – Senior Graphics Aspect of a HouseNicholas Marino – Winner – Junior Technology and Junior Outstanding OverallBrock Taylor – 2nd place – Junior TechnologyEthan Andrejic – 3rd place – Junior TechnologyDylan Shakespeare – 2nd place – Junior Mechanical DesignRiley Gadek – 2nd place – Year 8 DesignWaya Vincent – 3rd place – Year 8 DesignMason Beattie – 2nd place Junior Graphics

Mr Stan JohnsonHead of Industrial Technology & Design

DATTA AWARDS

Nicholas Marino with his award winning coffee table

Above: Daniel Knowles with his trailer dolly.

Left: Br Darren and Mr Stan Johnson with the Award winners at the DATTA Awards evening.

ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS FOR 2018The College offers two Academic scholarships for students entering Year 7 and Year 11 in 2018. These scholarships are awarded on the basis of a competitive test which is independently set and marked by the Australia Council for Education Research (ACER).The Scholarship exam for 2018 will be held on Saturday 25 February 2017. The closing date for applications to sit the exam is Monday 6 February 2017. For further information on Scholarships please contact the Enrolment Secretary. Registration for these scholarships can be made on the College website at www. sac.qld.edu.au. Go to the Enrolment tab and click onto the Bursaries and Financial Assistance heading.

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As a final Service initiative to draw the College’s year to a close, St Augustine’s staff, students and families are participating in collecting Christmas food items to assist in the annual St Vincent de Paul Christmas Appeal. Last year, St Augustine’s College collected over 100 baskets of items during the five week Appeal. Items such as drinks, chips, chocolates, biscuits, bonbons and other items that our own students and families themselves would hope to enjoy on Christmas day are highly encouraged. These non-perishable items are donated through Homeroom classes each morning and will be delivered to St Vincent de Paul at the end of the school year. Saints is very proud to support the St Vincent de Paul Christmas Appeal and thanks to all the families for supporting this great cause. Mr Brett Toombs - Director of Mission

adolescenT resilience‘Resilience’ is a bit of a buzz word at the moment. Yet resilience picks up a lot of big ideas: the sense of being able to bounce back when life’s inevitable up and downs bump us off the best course. Resilience is about getting back up and having another go; hopefully doing it better or smarter. Resilience clusters around these eight personal features:1. Connectedness to adults, measured by the strengths of

relationships in the community and the school;2. Empowerment – a sense that each student has abilities

to improve; 3. Effective and consistent boundaries and expectations in

family and school; 4. School engagement – being able to see that their

presence in school makes a positive contribution to the school and peers and teachers;

5. Personal and family values; 6. Social skills; 7. Personal identity; 8. The balance and integration between these factors, one

not swamping to the detriment of the others.Here are some digital links that I can recommend to parents for students.

Youth beyondblue Information, resources and support for young people dealing with depression, anxiety and suicide. (beyondblue) [https://www.youthbeyondblue.com/]

Brave Program Online Program for young people experiencing anxiety and their parents. (University of Queensland) [https://brave4you.psy.uq.edu.au/teen-program]

ReachOut Online information helping young people with everyday questions through to tough times. (ReachOut) [http://au.reachout.com/]

Take a stand together – Bullying. No Way! Tailored online information for students on bullying. (Department of Education) [https://bullyingnoway.gov.au/]Some resources that might help:• Reachout Toolbox: A collection of endorsed health and

wellbeing apps such as ReachOut Recharge, ReachOut WorryTime and ReachOut Breathe. (ReachOut) [http://au.reachout.com/sites/thetoolbox ]

• Smiling Mind: A modern meditation for young people. It is a unique web and app-based program, designed to help bring balance to young lives. [ http://smilingmind.com.au/ ]

• MoodGYM: An online program that helps young people and adults learn about cognitive behaviour therapy skills for preventing and coping with depression. (Australian National University) [https://moodgym.anu.edu.au/welcome ]

• Breakup Shakeup: An app that provides ideas for fun, easy things to do to help young people cope after a breakup. (Young and Well CRC) [free at https://itunes.apple.com/au/app/breakup-shakeup/id1017200579?mt=8 ]

I do not pretend that the above apps are ‘sure-fire’ solutions. Ideally the use of the app should be accompanied by work with a counsellor or parent, and some issues can arise that may better to addressed face-to-face. However, as a first step, almost first aid, for matters before they become serious, these apps are a well tried, arising from grounded and good research, are mostly locally sourced, well respected in the health professions, and convenient ways to work on some common adolescent mental health issues. And, if you want to discuss these issues, or your son wants further help, I can be contacted at school counsellor@sac.qld.edu.au.Br Roger Vallance

COLLEGE COUNSELLOR

CONFIDENTIAL COUNSELLINGPh: 4052 9135 Email: counsellor@sac.qld.edu.au

SVDP CHRISTMAS APPEAL

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Term 4 is past the halfway mark and many significant events have occurred as 2016 draws to a close. Since the last newsletter, we have announced the 2017 Boarding Captains, had the final Boarders Chapel for Year 12s this year and participated in some exciting outings.2017 Boarding CaptainsCongratulations to Tyrell Adams, Nicola Samson and Rosie Knuckey who were elected by their peers to lead the boarding community. The three captains are respected by staff and I believe will make excellent leaders. Congratulations also must be extended to three more boarders who will take up significant leadership roles in their schools. Brendan O’Sullivan is the College’s Liturgy Captain and Matthew Lynch the Student Representative Council Captain. Darcie Hockings is St Monica’s Community Captain. It is great to see boarding well represented in leadership roles at both St Augustine’s and St Monica’s.Year 12 Final Boarders Chapel & Spirit AwardOn Sunday the boarders met for a special mass as it was the last time the Year 12s would be present. To mark the occasion, a few formalities were included at the end of Chapel. This included a speech from Mrs Jane Keilar, a reply from our boarding captains and a final blessing led by Br Darren. Of note were the Spirit Awards for our senior residences. These awards were created to acknowledge those boarders who live up to the ideals of Francois and Chavoin. Congratulations to Glen Marriott who was the recipient of the François Spirit Awards and to Eliza Markham who received the Senior Chavoin Spirit Award.Saturday Outings – A snapshotAs a full time boarder I always look forward to our Saturday outings. The outings are always full of fun and exciting with the Cairns weather never ruining it. The outings gives us a great opportunity of getting out of the dorms to have a great time with the other boarders. Last Saturday we went out to Sugarworld Water Park out in the Cairns suburbs. The weather was great and it couldn’t have been a better day to go down the waterslides to get out of the heat. After a couple of hours there, we had to go back to school.When we got back from Sugarworld we got ready for the Cairns Taipans vs Sydney Kings. With the Kings taking the early lead, it was an intense game to watch. With the crowd on their side and nonstop cheering, the Taipans were leading with the points going into half time. None of us wanted to miss a single moment of the game and kept seated even during half time. In the second half the intensity was still there with both sides trying to win. Fortunately the home team got the win making it free Maccas for ticket holders. After a short walk to Maccas and back we ended a great day with a full stomach.Graham Thiele – Year 9 Burke Residence.Many thanks to Graham for describing last Saturday’s outing. I wish everyone, especially Year 12, the very best in their final weeks of school.Best WishesGlen Seivers - Director of Boarding

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Liturgy Captain Brendan O'Sullivan, Student Council Representative Captain Matthew Lynch and Boarding

Captain Tyrell Adams

St Monica's Community Captain Darcie Hocking, with boarding captains Nicola Samson and Rosie Knuckey

Ryan See Kee, David Grant and Alex McInnes enjoying the win over the Sydney Kings on Saturday night

Lionel Williamson with boarders Connor Lindsay, Ben Elgey and Aaron Allwood at the Taipans game on

Saturday night.

Alex, David, Brock and Shaun racing down the slides at Sugarworld.

Francois Spirit Award recipient Glen Marriott and Chavoin Spirit Award

recipient Eliza Markham

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INDIA NIGHT - PRIZE WINNERS

BCF Frostbite Esky Jack McMenaminBCF 5 fishing lures De LaiBellshaw Family Blue Ray Theatre Br Michael HaynesBellshaw Family Picnic Hamper Rhonda OldfieldBidvest Hamper Jackie KnowlesBig Cat Green Island Reef Cruises Trip for 2 to Green Island Chris WrightCairns Harbour Cruises Trip for 2 on a Calm Water or Sunset Cruise Marie OldfieldCable Ski Cairns Family Wake Pass valued at $154.00 Allana OatesCairns City Dental Electric Toothbrush Terry McDonoughCairns Hardware $100 gift voucher Phil GoodenCaPTA Group Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas - Entry for two people Brad DowdCCW Cabinetworks Two tickets to a 2016 Masterclass R LendonCoxen Cleaning Supplies Vacuum Cleaner Cherie SpannenbergFisher, Desmond & Sharon 5kg box of Spanish Mackerel Fillets Sally HansenGo Bowling Cairns Family Pass to Go Bowling valued at $60.00 Sharon FisherGo Bowling Cairns Family Pass to Go Bowling valued at $60.00 WandaHartley Crocodile Adventure Grand Hotel $50 Gift Card Amanda JasharHartley Crocodile Adventure Grand Hotel $50 Gift Card Phil GoodenHartley Crocodile Adventure Grand Hotel $50 Gift Card Theresa RedgwellHartley Crocodile Adventure Grand Hotel $50 Gift Card Nikki FieldHartley’s Crocodile Adventures Complimentary pass for One Adult & One Child Kristen LumHoppens Carpets $1,000 voucher towards any flooring of the prizewinner's choice JodeIndependent Seafood Producers P/L $25 Gift Voucher BarbaraIndependent Seafood Producers P/L $25 Gift Voucher Luke ParsonsIndependent Seafood Producers P/L $25 Gift Voucher Kirk DonaldsonIndependent Seafood Producers P/L $25 Gift Voucher John ParsonsIvy Florist Gift voucher - for fresh flowers - value $100.00 Andrea BellshawJump Mania 1 Hour pass for Two People Miguel GrothJump Mania 1 Hour pass for Two People Ana BellshawJungle Surfing Jungle Surfing Gift Voucher Jack GoodenJungle Surfing Jungle Surfing Gift Voucher R KeeversLendon Family Adesso Coffee Capsule Machine with Milk Frother Maurice AndrejicSports Department Leader 406 Companion Notebook BenMax Stocks Mudcake Gift Voucher BarbaraMax Stocks Almond Cake Gift Voucher Ollie HoffmannMontezuma's Restaurant Montezuma's Gift Voucher to the value of $25.00 Terry McDonoughMontezuma's Restaurant Montezuma's Gift Voucher to the value of $25.00 Brad DowdNatural Evolution Hamper of Banana Flour Products Sarah CollinsNorweld $100 Gift Voucher Luke ParsonsNorweld $100 Gift Voucher Peter NarducciPet Stock Foods $200 Gift Card Jemma PatonPort Douglas Boat Hire 2 hour boat hire for up to 6 people valued at $90.00 Zoe McKenziePullman Cairns International Hotel One night's accommodation with breakfast for two SorensensQuicksilver Connections Great Adventures Green Island Eco Cruise, 2 adults Natasha DempsterSaints Boarding Department 1 Carton of Crown Lager SorensensSaints Swimming Voucher for Learn to Swim Lessions Rocco BiancottiSkyrail Pass for two adults valued at $150.00 SorensensSteve McDonough Football Card of Lionel Williamson L De LaiVan Dorssen’s Tobacconist & Gifts 6 Bottles of Red Wine Steve HuntVan Dorssen’s Tobacconist & Gifts 6 Bottles of Red Wine Theresa RedgwellVan Dorssen’s Tobacconist & Gifts 6 Bottles of White Wine Theresa RedgwellVan Dorssen’s Tobacconist & Gifts 6 Bottles of White Wine Janette Jashar

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RELIGIOUS EDUCATIONinside The Walls oF a sTudy oF religion classrooM

Study of Religion is a relatively new elective at St Augustine’s College which provides students with an opportunity to expand their knowledge on a range of religions and their role in the lives of religious adherents and communities. It does not just focus on Catholicism but, instead, analyses a variety of branches within the five major religions of the world (Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism and Buddhism). Currently the Year 11 class is studying the role of rituals in the lives of religious adherents. In order to expand their knowledge and assist in their assessment, students have been honoured to have the opportunity to interview two people who have had first-hand experience in rituals, Jo Prestia and Brother Jack O’Sullivan.Jo Prestia is a Religion and Art teacher in Melbourne and recently embarked on a pilgrimage to the Holy Land, Israel. The class interviewed Jo over Skype about the role that the pilgrimage has had in her life and the impact it has made on her faith. Jo explained that her mother had always wanted to make a pilgrimage to the Holy Land, and that she died 26 years ago, so Jo took the opportunity to become a pilgrim in memory of her mother. Her other motivation was learning more for her teaching. She showed the class excerpts from her journal as she was on the Sea of Galilee and described other important moments along the way. Jo’s final reflections on the pilgrimage related to how it had impacted on her relationship with God, in making her feel closer to God through praying and going to Mass each day in a different place, all of which were significant to Jesus in his human life.Br Jack O’Sullivan is a recent addition to the Brothers' House in the Saints community and has illuminated the students on

how his perspective on rituals has altered as he transitioned from a layperson to a Marist Brother. Additionally, Br Jack provided insight into the differences between some rituals amongst the different cultures through a discussion on the time that he spent in Manila, and the influence of the Spanish tradition on the rituals in the Philippines. Jack gave us an insight as to how his family were not “super-religious,” but that his dad encouraged him to pray as a child, and they celebrated the major festivals.These interviews gave students two perspectives on the impact of a variety of Catholic calendrical rituals and pilgrimage. This has assisted in the formation of the students’ assessment pieces in which they analyse two specific rituals. These first-hand accounts have become primary sources of evidence to support our hypotheses.Lachlan Doyle, Year 11

ITALIAN EXCHANGE

Over the past three years, the Italian Department at St Augustine’s with the generous hospitality of College families, has had the pleasure of hosting three delightful young Italian gentlemen, Matteo, Alessandro and Andrea, all of whom have greatly benefited from a couple of months living with Australian families and attending our College.We would like to continue this into 2017 and, not only as a way of sharing our Marist Family Spirit with foreign students, but also as an opportunity for our students to broaden their horizons by interacting with students from another culture. This is a mutually beneficial program.In 2017, during Term 3, we hope to find a willing and generous

host family for an Italian student arriving on 15 July and staying till the end of the term.We would also like to invite students, especially Year 11s, to consider spending two months either in Italy, France or Spain, similarly living with a host family and attending a school. The departure from Australia is on 25 November 2017 and returning 23 January 2018*.If you are able to host an Italian student in 2017 or are interested in an exchange program, please contact Br Joachim at the College: brjoa@sac.qld.edu.au (*NB dates are flexible)

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Senior Pathways & Careers

2017 Aspiring Teacher GrantsThese Queensland Government provides grants of $2,500 for up to 25 high-achieving secondary students commencing a teacher education program in 2017. Visit the SmartJobs website.

Adam Scott Foundation Sports Business Scholarship

This scholarship is for a student who has overcome adversities in life and is passionate about business and sport. Applicants must apply and gain entry to Griffith’s B Business (Sports Management) programs. Visit the Griffith Scholarships site for more information.

CQUniversity ScholarshipsThere are more than 90 scholarships on offer to students from all types of backgrounds and academic strengths (not just OP 1 students). Interested students should visit the Scholarships website for information on available scholarships and eligibility requirements

JCU Access FundThere are three different awards under this fund, two of

which are for full-time students in their first year of study experiencing financial hardship. Applications open on 1 November 2016 and close on 31 July 2017. See the JCU

Scholarships webpage for more information.For more information, visit our scholarships page: http://saccareersandpathways.weebly.com/getting-a-scholarship.html

The most important skills for tomorrowThe following item is adapted from an article published by the World Economic Forum. The world of work is changing: 35% of the skills necessary to thrive in a job today will be different five years from now. Five experts from the Forum’s Young Global Leaders community suggested that the following skills will be required:

Soft skills – These include teamwork, knowledge of digital tools, an understanding of rules and regulations, responsibility and commitment.

Data literacy with a strong dose of empathy–Data is one of the driving forces of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. However, without empathy (i.e. the ability to understand and share the feelings of others), data-driven models can make it harder to see the humanity behind the numbers.

Skills that computers will never master–Jobs that require human character traits e.g. empathy, the ability to persuade and to work well with others, the ability to retrain/ adapt to new situations as old skills become obsolete and the resilience to thrive in an uncertain world.

Transferable skills – These transferable skills include critical thinking, adaptability, problem-solving, leadership, flexibility and teamwork.

An entrepreneurial spirit–It is not enough to be innovative or collaborative, it’s also about knowing when to apply each of these skills and how they can be used in a business context. Financial literacy is also important.

For more information on the future of work: http://saccareersandpathways.weebly.com/future-employment-trends.html

Don’t forget to visit the Careers Weebly for all your Careers & Pathways news

http://saccareersandpathways.weebly.com/

Having trouble making career decisions?Start your journey here: Researching careers: A great place to begin. The tips include:• Developing a job ideas list by using the My career

profile• Reading about the jobs on your job ideas list in the

Occupations section of the website.

How to choose a course if you’re not sure about a future careerConsider a dual degree – If you are interested in a couple of fields of study, investigate the possibility of doing a

dual/double degree. Choose a generalist degree–Generalist degrees are a good choice if you have a broad area of interest but aren’t sure which exact career is for you. They allow you to explore your options without committing to a single specialisation in the first year.

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Rising Star AwardZachary Tabuai

Bernie Mullins Trophy for Senior Sportsman of the Year

Liam Hensler

Director of Sports Prize for Outstanding Contribution to Sport

Finn Cameron

Fred Innes Trophy for Junior Sportsman of the Year

Brayden Cramp

SPORTS AWARDS FOR 2016I would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the St Augustine’s Sports Awards recipients from our recent Annual Award Evening. Congratulations must go to Zachary Tabuai (Rising Star), Brayden Cramp (Junior Sportsmen of the Year), Liam Hensler (Senior Sportsman of the Year) and Finn Cameron (The Director of Sports Prize) for taking out the major awards. All boys are more than worthy winners.Although these four boys stole the spotlight for sport on the night, we should not take anything away from our other sports awards winners. The numerous State and Peninsula Representatives who were presented with awards highlight the depth of talent at the College.Credit must go to all the boys who have contributed to sport at Saints in 2016. Your continued efforts will ensure that Saints remains the premier sporting school in the Far North. Your endeavours are appreciated by staff, students and the College community..Mr Matt WalshHead of Sport

SAINTS SPORT

ForMidable FirsT Xi, a diaMond runCricket is alive and strong at Saints. Saints First XI again clocked up mileage with its recent journey to Mackay, after progressing through to the T20 Queensland Country final.

This stage of the tournament saw the boys face a well-oiled and disciplined Rockhampton Grammar School. After winning the toss and the pitch being described as a “road,” (extremely flat), Saints elected to bat and did so very impressively.

Starting promisingly, openers Joel “Skippy” Ashby and James “Mr Cricket” Lindsay steadied the ship early. The best was yet to come with an astonishing display of batting from “Master Blaster” Oliver Koch wielding his weapon of choice, “1980” and clubbing a score of 91 off just 46 balls. Most impressive were his 10 maximums; sent into car parks, over fences and had spectators ducking for cover in their front yards of surrounding houses. This was a major part of a strong partnership with fellow top-order batsman Kai “Clinical” Stuchbery, making the Grammar boys chase the red for a 130 run partnership.

Rocky Grammar were looking down the barrel of a daunting, torturous total of 180. Their only option was to come out and play aggressive cricket. Alas, Saints in-form bowlers made this task Mission: Impossible. No ghost protocol was going to lighten the assignment. Wickets were castled by Kai Stuchbery taking a clinical 4 for 14 off three overs.

Assisted by fellow bowlers, bowling tight line and lengths, notably James Lindsay 2 for 10.

180 became further and further out of reach as an initial required run-rate of 9 an over slowly became 12 and then 13 runs per over. Hitting out and bleeding wickets at a rate of knots, Saints were victorious, bowling Grammar out and limiting them to 102 off 15.2 overs.

This now qualifies the boys to play in the State Final at Allan Border Field in Brisbane today. Congratulations and God speed for your next match boys.Mr Heath McKenzie - Coach

St Augustine’s has capped off another stellar JSS season by collecting 7 major trophies on the final day of competition. The boys made a clean sweep of the five Grand Finals by collecting the five trophies in convincing fashion and they also took home the Champion Boys and Overall Champions (combined with St Monica’s) trophies. A brief summary of the five grand final victories was as follows.

Firstly, Saints took on Peace Lutheran in the AFL match at Watsons Oval. The team was looking to cap off a dominant season in which they went through undefeated, and they did just that, by cruising to a 21 point victory. Well done to the coach, Mr Frazer Rigby, and Alastair Molony who was named MVP for the final.

In our next game, Saints took on St Mary’s in Basketball. Like our AFL team, our basketballers had completed a faultless season and they continued their seasonal form with a comprehensive 15 point win. Acknowledgement must go to the coach Mr Brett Toombs and Kai Mountney who was Player of the Final.

In our 3rd game, Saints played St Mary’s in Soccer. After a couple of strong wins against St Mary’s throughout the regular season, Saints were looking to replicate this form in the final. However, St Mary’s had other ideas and pushed the boys to the limit. In the end, Saints prevailed 2 – 1 in what

was an entertaining match. Well done to the coach, Mr Aaron Hume, and Jack McDonald who received the MVP award for the final.

Our 4th game of the day saw Saints taking on Peace Lutheran in the Touch Football. Like the AFL, Basketball and Soccer teams, the boys had gone through the season undefeated. And the final was no different, with the team controlling the play from the start of the match. In the end, the boys managed to come away with a solid 9 – 5 win. Congratulations to Will Wright who was named Player of the Final and coach, Mr Matt Di Salvo for his efforts throughout the season.

In our final game of the day, our Volleyball team took on St Mary’s. Despite an up and down season, the team saved their best form for the final and managed to take out the final with a 2 sets to 1 victory. Congratulations to coach, Mrs Tania Bellerby, and Blasius Semei who was named Player of the Final.

Congratulations to all teams and coaches for their efforts, not only in the finals, but throughout the season. They displayed character and sportsmanship and represented the College with distinction at all times. Our humble in victory, gracious in defeat motto held true throughout the season and I couldn’t be more proud of the way in which this success was achieved!Mr Matt Walsh - Head of Sport

SAINTS SPORT

Mr Lee MacMaster, Principal of St Andrew's College, presents Zaide Slade with the

JSS Boys Trophy

Mr Lee MacMaster, Principal of St Andrew's College, presents Zaide Slade (SAC) and

Naihm Hall (SMC) with the JSS Overall Trophy

GRAND FINAL RESULTSAFL: STS 71 def PLC 0Basketball: STS 81 def St Mary’s 24Soccer: STS 4 def St Mary’s 0Touch Football: STS 9 def PLC 3Volleyball: STS 2 def St Mary’s 1

SAINTS COMPLETE A CLEAN SWEEP

Our JSS Champions Boys teams