On Wednesday the 3rd of June the College hosted Denmark Secondary High School in an exhibition match in Volleyball and Basketball.

The senior schools girls put up a good display winning all three sets as they prepare for the upcoming Volleyball school sport competition in Perth during Term Three. It was good to see all of the early morning training paying off as Leilani controlled the net and Bridie and Antonia sizzled some serves. The Senior Boys unfortunately couldn't keep pace with Denmark in the basketball, who went into overdrive at the start of the second half and extended their lead to win by 7 points. All things considered it was a solid effort with Andre's first half keeping us in the match and Natale ensuring it wasn't a blowout at the end. It will be interesting to see how Denmark fare at school country week in a fortnight.

Thankyou to Mr Bogoni for providing the entertainment, Brayden for officiating and the P&F committee for providing the sausage sizzle. It was greatly appreciated.

Saint Andrew

Patronage: Fisherman

Life:

Andrew was Saint Peter's brother and was called with him to be an apostle. Matthew (4:18-20) writes "As Jesus was walking by the sea of Galilee, he saw two brothers, Simon who now called Peter, and his brother Andrew, casting a net into the sea; they were fishermen. He said to them 'Come after me, and I will make you fishers of men.' At once they left their nets and followed him". It is believed that Andrew preached the Good News in what is now modern Greece and Turkey and was crucified on an X-shaped cross.

Reflection:

While the Gospels give us little about the holiness of Andrew, he was an apostle, which tells us all we need to know. He was called personally by Jesus to heal and serve to others. This is no different today. Like Andrew, we are all called to do our part and love and serve others, just as Jesus would. Saint Andrew, pray for us.

Bishop George Kolodziej SDS DD invites everyone in our community to take part in a parish conversation that will help give us a vision for the future of the Bunbury Diocese.

Alongside Fr Vincent and Fr Marvin, please join Luke Bogoni, Angela Gorman and Anne Smith who will lead us in open conversations and an opportunity to speak and listen deeply to each other as we discern how the Holy Spirit is moving within us and our parish.

There will be two opportunities to attend:

1. Friday 12^th June from 6-8:30pm at New Camfield OR
2. Sunday 14^th June from 11-1:30pm at St Joseph’s College (undercover area)

Tea and coffee provided.

Everyone is encouraged to attend and participate in this most important conversation as we walk together towards our Diocesan Assembly in August.

Vinnies WA has launched its annual Winter Appeal for 2026!

As unprecedent demand for assistance across Western Australia continues with more people than ever being forced onto the streets, the College is committed to assisting those struggling in our community through our annual winter food and blanket drive.

Collection boxes will be in each classroom and homeroom for any non-perishable food items that you wish to donate. This year we will also be collecting blankets and warm clothing (jumpers, trackies, beanies, scarves) that are clean and in new or good condition - these can be dropped in at either Library.

On behalf of the College, I would like to thank you for the generosity and commitment that you show each and every year.

Mr Luke Bogoni

Director of Faith and Mission

Want to help your child grow up feeling good in their body? Butterfly’s webinar for parents of primary age children provides practical strategies to build body confidence, create positive relationships with food and movement, and know what support is available.    

Date: 17 June 2026 

Time: 7pm – 8.15pm (AEST) 

Via Zoom (time-limited recording available)  

Register: HERE  

Cost: $15pp 

(For info: Full registration link https://events.butterfly.org.au/portal/event/?id=170626_RBBC1751387700&Name=17/06/26%20RBBC 

Exam time is upon our students. With this comes increased study, feelings of pressure and for most extra anxiety and worry. Many students worry that by not doing well enough, they will not only disappoint themselves, but their teachers and parents. This makes the anxiety and worry considerably worse. ReachOut.Com has some fantastic resources to assist parents and students to have realistic and helpful expectations around exam time. To see if your expectations are contributing to your students exam stress, follow this link to the ReachOut website : https://parents.au.reachout.com/school-and-education/school-and-study/reflecting-on-your-expectations

With the rising cost of living putting extra pressure on household budgets, many families in school communities are finding it harder to cover everyday education costs. Saver Plus helps eligible families build savings for essential school expenses and ease some of that financial strain.

Saver Plus is available year-round to eligible parents and carers, with many families seeking support when larger school costs arise.

To be eligible for Saver Plus, participants must:

1. Be 18 years or older
2. Hold a current Health Care Card or Pensioner Concession Card
3. Receive an eligible Commonwealth social security benefit, allowance or payment
4. Have a child at school (or starting next year), or be studying themselves
5. Receive a regular income (including paid work, child support, or a carer’s payment, cash in hand)
6. Agree to participate in free online financial education workshops
7. Not completed Saver Plus previously

Eligible savings goals include school-related costs that support learning, such as uniforms, books, technology, and other essential items.

Families can check their eligibility and request a callback using our enquiry link:

Saver Plus – Join Australia's longest-running financial education and matched savings program

Alternatively, they can call our national number on 1300 610 355, and a coordinator will be in touch.

See you this 19th June (Friday) 5.45pm - 7.15pm at JS Under Cover Area.