Week 8B / 9A

Looking Ahead:
Thursday 2 April: Grandparents' Day, Last day of Term 1
Tuesday 21 April: Students return for Term 2 (winter uniform)
Thursday 7 May: Mother's Day Breakfast
Thursday 14 May: Foundation Night

Thursday 2 April: Grandparents' Day, Last day of Term 1
Tuesday 21 April: Students return for Term 2 (winter uniform)
Thursday 7 May: Mother's Day Breakfast
Thursday 14 May: Foundation Night
This week we celebrated all of our new Year 12 students in our Year 6-12 Leadership Assembly, and presented the 2026 Student Leadership Team of College Captains, College Vice Captains, Prefects, House Captains and Co-Curricular Captains. In addressing the assembly, I spoke about what I believe are essential to Leadership: purpose and service:
In today’s world, leadership is often associated with power, prestige, and position. Yet, true leadership is not about rising above others—it’s about lifting others up. As we reflect on what it means to lead, I invite our students to consider a different path: servant leadership. This approach asks not, “How can I rise?” but “How can I lift others?”
Leadership is more than titles or achievements. It begins with purpose—the reason behind our choices, the values we uphold and the way we treat others. Purpose gives direction to our leadership, transforming it from something performative to something truly meaningful.
But purpose alone is not enough. It must be paired with service. Service is what turns purpose into impact. It’s about using our time, energy and influence to benefit others. It’s not about being in charge—it’s about being responsible. It’s about asking, “How can I help?” rather than “What do I get?”
History’s most respected leaders didn’t seek applause. They responded to needs with humility, conviction and a deep commitment to others. Their stories remind us that leadership begins with purpose and grows through service. Let me share three inspiring examples:
Jacinda Ardern: Leading with Empathy
As Prime Minister of New Zealand, Jacinda Ardern’s response to the Christchurch mosque shootings in 2019 was praised across the world. She showed deep empathy, met with affected communities, and wore a hijab in solidarity. Her leadership focused on healing and unity. Her policies prioritized mental health, child poverty reduction, and climate action, always putting people first. During the COVID-19 pandemic, her clear and compassionate communication built trust and calm. Ardern’s humility and willingness to listen exemplify servant leadership. As she said, “It takes courage and strength to be empathetic, and I’m very proudly an empathetic and compassionate leader.”
Fred Rogers: Kindness as Strength
Fred Rogers, known as Mister Rogers, was a children’s television host in the USA for over 30 years (and subject of the 2019 Tom Hanks movie A Beautiful Day in the Neighbourhood) who used his platform to serve children and families. Although he didn’t have title, he was a leader - his show was quiet and thoughtful, addressing difficult topics with honesty and compassion. In a world that often values charisma over character, Fred Rogers showed that kindness is a form of strength.
Harriet Tubman: Leadership Through Sacrifice
Born into slavery, Harriet Tubman escaped and risked her life to lead others to freedom through the Underground Railroad. She had no title or wealth, but she had courage, conviction and an unwavering commitment to serve. Tubman led more than 70 enslaved people to freedom. She later served as a nurse, spy and scout for the Union Army, and later became a champion for women’s rights and care for the elderly. Her leadership was about liberation, not recognition. She led by lifting others, even when it meant walking into danger.
What Does This Mean for Us?
Leadership isn’t confined to positions. It’s in how we show up for our peers, mentor younger students, and challenge injustice -even when it’s uncomfortable. We lead when we speak up for those who are excluded or experience mean behaviour; organise a study group to tackle a tough assessment; volunteer our time without seeking reward; and when we choose integrity over popularity. Leadership is not about being the loudest voice, but about being the most consistent, compassionate and committed to something bigger than ourselves.
So - What kind of leader do you want to be? Do you want to be remembered for your title- or for your impact? The world doesn’t need more leaders. It needs servant leaders - people who lead with purpose, humility and courage. Remember, you don’t need a badge to lead - you just need a reason.
The combination of our Junior School and Senior School OLE! Week Programs, along with Year 9 Rites of Passage, Year 10 Service Trips and Year 11 ‘Outback’, which have taken place over the past month is a unique and distinctive feature of an Oxley education that is about the whole child: from building the confidence of our smallest students in learning to ride bicycles without training wheels, through to our oldest students on the undertaking the remarkable journey to and from Uluru, and all that entails physically, mentally, socially and emotionally This sequential program of outdoor adventure and service provides invaluable learning experiences beyond the classroom - developing resilience, independence, confidence and vital social-emotional competencies. We are very deliberate in calibrating these trips to the five principles of our Wellbeing Framework: Build Connections, Stay Fit, Find Meaning, Be Authentic and Show Gratitude. We will be sharing the stories of these trips and experiences over the coming weeks.
A reminder for parents of children in Years 6-12 that they may opt-in to the School-Issues (and School Managed) Device Program in 2026. To do so, please complete this Expression of Interest by 4.00pm on Friday 28 November. Parents/carers of children currently in Year 4 who may wish to provide a Parent-Owned (School Managed) Device for Year 5 2026 and Year 6 2027, rather than have the School-Issued Device, will have an opportunity to make this choice; we will be in touch shortly about this.
On Friday this week you should receive an email from MMG Education with a link to this survey. Your feedback via this survey will provide me and the leadership team with important data that will help us to know what we are doing well and where we need to improve; thank you in advance for sparing some time to participate.
Kind regards
Mark Case
Acting Head of College
Following yesterday’s letter from our Board Chair, Mrs Jane Crowley, I wanted to take a moment to thank our families for their continued support of Oxley College.
We are proud to report that the College remains in a strong and stable financial position, with both our 2025 operational and capital budgets delivered within target. The completion of the six new classrooms and commencement of the Hoskins Hall redevelopment are important milestones that strengthen our facilities for students now and into the future.
As Mrs Jane Crowley outlined, the 2026 fee schedule reflects both our commitment to maintaining excellent teaching and learning. Our fee structure has been carefully considered to balance these priorities while continuing to provide the breadth of programs and opportunities that define an Oxley education.
Should you wish to discuss your family’s circumstances in confidence, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me at businessmanager@oxley.nsw.edu.au before Monday 10 November.
Thank you for your partnership, trust, and ongoing investment in our community.
Warm regards,
Em Cassin
Business Manager
Supporters Day, See the New Classrooms, and International Women's Day 2026.
This Saturday 1 November is set to be a massive day of sport, fun and community spirit.
The Hungry Ox will be sizzling (we’d love some extra hands to help out!) You can sign up via the link below.
The Coffee Van will be serving up your favourite brews.
Games kick off at 9:15am and run all day long.
Bring your cheer, grab a bite and soak up the action!
There's also the opportunity to pick up some donated items of uniform - free of charge. Rather than storing items that were left over from the Uniform Exchanges this year, Supporters Day provides the opportunity for remaining items to find a new home. We are not accepting additional donations but please drop into the Pavilion between 9am and 11.30am on Saturday to see if there is an item of uniform that may be of use for free to your child. We have shorts, trousers, shirts, sports items and much more for both Junior and Senior School.

Any parents/carers who would like to have a tour of the newly opened classrooms are welcome to join us on Thursday 30 October at 2.45pm in the Pavilion. The tour will conclude at approximately 3.30pm.
Please be aware that there has been an increasing number of students and families contracting Influenza A within the community. I’d like to take this opportunity to inform families that the best way to protect yourself and others against infectious illness is to:
-Increase hand-washing practices at home, school and in the wider community
- If you or your child is experiencing symptoms of fever, chills, runny nose and cough as well as generalised body aches, nausea, vomiting or bowel symptoms it is recommended to self-exclude from school, childcare, and work until 24 hours post last fever or until symptoms resolve
-Annual influenza vaccination is the most important measure to prevent illness and its complications as well as decreasing the risk of morbidity and mortality within our wider community
-Infectious timelines will vary from person to person. Most adults are infectious for the first 3-5 days of their illness and children can remain infection for 7-10 days depending
-Management for influenza includes plenty of rest, regular paracetamol and ibuprofen if necessary (strictly no aspirin-containing medication to be given to children under 16 unless approved by a medical doctor) and lots and lots of fluids
Please visit your usual family GP if you are concerned about your child or yourself. Please also see attached NSW Health influenza fact sheet for more information
As part of Oxley’s ongoing commitment to celebrate the achievements and voices of women, we are excited to invite expressions of interest from inspiring women who would like to speak at our International Women’s Day 2026 breakfast event.
This year’s United Nations theme, Give to gain, reminds us that interconnectedness of gender equality, suggesting that achieving equality benefits everyone, and encourages actions that create a more equitable society. It calls for unity, collective effort, and the determination to push forward in our ongoing fight for gender equality and women’s empowerment, aligning with the vision of the United Nations and its work to ensure a more equitable world for women everywhere.
The event will be held at Oxley in the first week of March (day to be confirmed) from 7.30am - 8.45am, with an audience of current and former students, parents, community members and friends of the College. We are looking for speakers who can share their personal journey and experiences as women in their respective fields, inspire and motivate others through their work or activism, engage in thought-provoking discussions about the global movement towards gender equality and women’s empowerment and reflect on the significance of Give to Gain theme and how we can collectively take bold steps toward meaningful change.
We would love to hear from you if you are passionate about amplifying women’s voices and contributing to this essential dialogue.
Please submit a brief expression of interest by November 7, including your bio (max 200 words), a brief overview of how you would speak to the topic 'Give to Gain' and a brief overview of why you would like to participate in this event.
If you have any questions or need more information, please feel free to reach out to the 2026 Oxley College Empowerment Group, care of Stacey Taylor at stacey.taylor@oxley.nsw.edu.au.
Thank you to everyone who has already contributed to the Community Cookbook! We’re excited to create a special collection that captures our favourite recipes along with the stories and memories that make our school community unique.
To give more families the chance to participate, we’re reopening and extending the submission timeline. The last Oxley College cookbook was published 30 years ago, so we want to gather as many family recipes as possible to create a true keepsake.
We especially welcome Breakfast and Lunch recipes, though all categories are appreciated:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Afternoon Tea
Dessert
If you haven’t submitted yet, or have another recipe to share, please do so here Oxley College — Create Cookbooks. Every contribution helps make this a rich and meaningful reflection of our community.
Thank you for helping us create something lasting and special!

It is wonderful to have the whole school back from all their OLE week activities and we look forward to hearing from each group over the next few weeks. Year 12 2025 are well into their HSC Examinations, with some having finished their entire program already and others locked in for another week or so.
We also inducted our student leadership team for 2026 yesterday and heard from Mr Case – you can see his speech in his section linked here, and College Captains Georgie Albert & Flynn O’Brien. In my speech I spoke about linking leadership to our Graduate Attributes. By the time they leave Oxley we hope you students will be:
Independent critical thinkers
Creative and curious problem solvers
Confident, socially aware communicators
Purposeful collaborators
Challenge ready
If students live these attributes, they won’t just lead events — they will shape a culture that others want to join. I asked the student leaders to embrace possibility, look beyond the challenges of today and believe in the opportunities of tomorrow. To have the courage to take risks, the resilience to grow from setbacks and the vision to inspire others to do the same. As leaders, we should not only imagine what can be done now, but to empower others to join us on that journey of possibility.
Kind regards
Tristan Bevan
Head of Senior School
Students will depart from school at 9.30am and return at approximately 5.00pm. Please ensure full school uniform is worn. There will be an opportunity for students to purchase lunch if they wish to.
Students will depart school at 8.45am and return at Mentor Group time. Students should wear their sports uniform and bring a hat and raincoat.
Year 9 will participate in a wellbeing session run by Batyr during period 2.
Year 8 students will be completing the MMG survey during class on Monday. Students should ensure they have a charged laptop with them.
Year 8 Geography students will depart from school at 7.45am and return at approximately 3.30pm. Students should wear sports uniform and bring lunch and recess, and a hat and raincoat with them.
Oxley’s Sustainable Futures Group aims to inspire and educate our school and wider community about practical steps that individuals can take to create a more sustainable future for all. Given that Australia discards approximately 2,000 tonnes of school uniforms each year (https://wornup.com) the group decided to address the issue of textiles waste and hold a uniform exchange. Following the success of the Term 1 event, we held another exchange at the end of Term 3 and over 500 items of uniform were claimed for use by other students. Rather than storing items that were left over from these events, on Saturday 1st November, with many sports teams playing at Oxley, Supporters Day provides the opportunity for remaining items to find a new home. We are not accepting additional donations but please drop into the Pavilion between 9am and 11.30am on Saturday to see if there is an item of uniform that may be of use for free to your child. We have shorts, trousers, shirts, sports items and much more for both Junior and Senior School.
It is now time for current Y10 students to get their Senior uniform organised for 2026. The Shop becomes very busy with new student fittings soon, so now is a good time! The items can be ordered online, or students can come to the Unform Shop to try on various sizes. Uniform requirements are listed on the Online Shop or can be found on the Oxley Shop Uniform Booklet on the website.
Social media is a big part of how many young people connect, learn and express themselves — but it’s also an area that continues to evolve rapidly. The Australian Government, through the eSafety Commissioner, has recently introduced new social media age restrictions that come into effect from 10 December 2025. These changes mean that most platforms will no longer allow Australians under 16 to create or maintain accounts.
The goal isn’t to punish or limit connection — it’s about giving children a little more time to grow the social, emotional and digital skills they need before stepping into the world of social media. Many parents will know firsthand how fraught this space can be: long screen hours, comparison pressures, exposure to inappropriate or distressing content, and even cyberbullying. The new regulations aim to give families and schools some extra breathing space to help children develop healthy, balanced online habits.
If you’re wondering what this means for your family, the eSafety Commissioner’s page Social Media Age Restrictions and Your Family is an excellent starting point. It explains the changes clearly, offers practical advice for different age groups, and includes conversation starters you can use at home.
The key, as always, is connection. Talk with your child about how they use social media now — what they enjoy, what worries them, and what helps them feel safe. Be open about the changes, explain that they’re designed to protect rather than restrict, and reassure them that there are still many ways to stay connected with friends both online and offline. You might also want to revisit your family’s approach to technology — where devices are used, how long for, and what boundaries feel right for your household.
If you’d like more guidance, the eSafety team is also running a series of free webinars for parents and carers to help unpack the new rules and offer tips on managing this transition.
As a school, we’ll be talking to students over the rest of the term about what this means for them, what actions they can take to preserve any photos they have online before accounts are deleted (or in some case deactivated) and we will continue to support students in building digital literacy and wellbeing skills. This is a great chance for families and schools to work together — helping young people use technology in ways that strengthen, rather than strain, their sense of connection and confidence.
Please see the Parent Resources page on Oxley Connect for all the information relating to Visit 3 for Vaccinations. Vaccinations will occur on Monday 10 November. Paper consent forms are available at Student Services if required.
What a fabulous OLE! week we had with our K–6 camps! From our youngest students having their first taste of outdoor adventures here at school, to our older students heading away and taking on bigger challenges, it truly was a week full of excitement, learning and courage.
Every student experienced something new, something that stretched them a little. For some, it might have been sleeping away from home for the first time. For others, it was trying a new activity like rock climbing, orienteering or paddle boarding. And for many, the challenge might not have been physical at all — it could have been encouraging a friend, facing a fear or simply giving something a go when it felt a bit uncertain.
Prompt your children to take a moment and think:
👉 What was your biggest challenge during camp?
👉 How did you deal with it?
👉 And what did you learn about yourself through that experience?
Challenges aren’t meant to stop us — they’re meant to help us grow. When we face something difficult and choose to give it a go, we build resilience. We strengthen our spirit. And we discover that we’re capable of far more than we realised. Those moments when their heart was racing and they weren’t quite sure they could do it — are often the ones that teach our children the most.
I want to congratulate every student for the way they embraced the adventures and challenges of camp week. They supported each other, showed determination and gave their very best effort. That’s what true learning looks like - not just learning facts or skills, but learning courage, teamwork and perseverance.
Heidi Shvetsoff
Head of Junior School
Oxley’s Sustainable Futures Group aims to inspire and educate our school and wider community about practical steps that individuals can take to create a more sustainable future for all. Given that Australia discards approximately 2,000 tonnes of school uniforms each year (https://wornup.com) the group decided to address the issue of textiles waste and hold a uniform exchange. Following the success of the Term 1 event, we held another exchange at the end of Term 3 and over 500 items of uniform were claimed for use by other students. Rather than storing items that were left over from these events, on Saturday 1st November, with many sports teams playing at Oxley, Supporters Day provides the opportunity for remaining items to find a new home. We are not accepting additional donations but please drop into the Pavilion between 9am and 11.30am on Saturday to see if there is an item of uniform that may be of use for free to your child. We have shorts, trousers, shirts, sports items and much more for both Junior and Senior School.
Parents/Carers of students in Year 5 and 6 who would like to find out more about the Senior School are invited to join Tristan Bevan, Head of Senior School for a small group breakfast in the Pavilion. This is an opportunity for parents to ask questions regarding the Senior School in a small, informal setting. A light breakfast will be provided along with coffee and tea. Please note this breakfast is designed for parents only and is limited to 16 parents at a time. Bookings can be made via this link: https://www.trybooking.com/DGLGJ.
On Wednesday 12 November Junior School K-5 students will spend the morning session as a cohort in the classrooms allocated for 2026. This will give them the opportunity to experience what their potential classrooms will be like as they move up a grade next year. They will not find out who their specific teacher is for 2026, as classes and their teachers will be announced towards the end of term. On this day we will also have new students joining classes for Orientation. This day will be mufti day for all Kindergarten to Year 5 students, and normal classes will resume after recess. Year 6 students will join in the Senior School Orientation Day on Thursday 13 November.
As the end of the year is fast approaching it is now also time to start thinking about ordering your Senior School uniforms for 2026. All items are currently in stock, but we need you to please contact the Oxley Shop regarding your size to enable us to order additional stock if required.
The changes to the uniform between Junior and Senior school are not extensive but as the end of the year is traditionally a very busy time with bookings for new student fittings, please contact the Oxley Shop via nicky.moran@oxley.nsw.edu.au as soon as possible or place your order via our online shop: Oxley Uniform Shop | Oxley College
Girls uniform changes: Year 6 – Year 7
Senior dress
Bucket hat, cap or visor
Sports bag
House Hoodie
Boys uniform changes: Year 6 – Year 7
Grey shorts with belt loop
Black belt
Long sleeve white shirt
Long school socks
Bucket hat or cap
Sports bag
House Hoodie
A slight change to the usual logistical information this week was inspired by an article I read in The Sydney Morning Herald titled “Sport helps kids do better at school. Here’s the best time to get them started.”
It reminded me why Oxley places such strong emphasis on sport and why all Senior School students are required to play at least one season each year (encouragingly, nearly 50% of our students choose to participate in both).
While physical fitness, skill development, and the simple joy of playing sport are important, it’s valuable to remember the broader lessons sport teaches:
Building emotional resilience and overall wellbeing by broadening social interactions and experiences on and off the field.
Developing life skills such as time management, organisation, and perseverance.
Strengthening teamwork, communication, and leadership skills through shared goals and accountability.
Fostering belonging, commitment, and a culture of support across the College community.
The SMH article cites a major study showing that regular physical activity also enhances academic results. An increased focus on academics, especially in the senior years, is sometimes used as a reason to opt out of sport. Yet this study (and many others) proves that idea outdated. As it states: “The idea that sport and academic success compete is completely misguided.” In fact, research shows that regular physical activity can lead to the equivalent of two additional months of academic progress over a single school year — a finding consistent across both primary and secondary students.
For all students at Oxley College to gain the full benefit of our sporting program, it’s vital that students and families remain committed and prioritise training sessions and games throughout the season.
It has been disappointing, at times, to hear excuses for missing training or to see students fail to show up without notice. This not only affects their own development but also their team’s performance and cohesion.
A Call to Parents, Students & Supporters
Make training a priority. When you sign up for a team, show up.
Saturday games matter. Your attendance makes a difference — not just for your team but for the entire program. Arrive on time, wear the correct uniform, and be ready to play.
Support other Oxley teams. Arrive early or stay after your game to cheer on another team. It’s inspiring for younger students to watch our 1sts play and see what’s possible, while older students gain valuable experience as role models and leaders.
Attendance and commitment are key. When everyone — from top teams to our Juniors — shows up and gives their best, we build lasting momentum and ensure Oxley Sport continues to thrive.
Oxley Sport is about personal growth, teamwork, resilience, and doing our best — together. Let’s lean into this vision, commit to our teams, our training, and our Saturdays games, and keep supporting one another as we grow and improve.
I look forward to seeing many of you on the sidelines over the coming weeks seeing our students’ growth and development throughout the season.
Mr Joshua Hurkett
Head of Senior School Sport
Article: Sport helps kids do better at school. Here’s the best time to get them started
Come and Join the Hungry Ox this Saturday, Trivia Night Update and the Upcoming AGM.
Supporters Day this Saturday is shaping up to be fun day out. We will be firing up the Hungry Ox and are calling for some willing volunteers to join in the spirit. Please come along and help out - newbies welcome!
Please join us for the P&F Annual General Meeting on Wednesday 5 November. 5.30pm (Please note change of date).
Everyone is most welcome , we do have a quorum quota of 15 so would love your support in voting in the new office bearers for 2026 whilst thanking the outgoing committee members and also celebrating our community engagement in 2025 .
The P&F has made the sad decision to cancel the Mad Hatters Trivia Night. With the end of the year fast approaching and many families juggling full calendars, we felt it best to pause and look out for more opportunities for connection in the new year.
Thank you to everyone who expressed interest and support — we look forward to seeing you at future P&F events. Apologies for any inconvenience caused. Refunds will be actioned via Trybooking.
Kind regards
Sooz Heinrich
P&F President

This week, our Junior and Senior School Student Leaders, Senior School staff, and many Oxley College parents and carers attended the annual Highlands Wellbeing Forum at Bowral Memorial Hall, proudly supported by the Youth Impact Foundation and the Bowral District Children’s Foundation.
Following last year’s focus on Digital Wellbeing, the 2025 theme centred on Brave and Safe Conversations. Leading experts in Positive Education, Justin Robinson, founding Director of the Institute of Positive Education at Geelong Grammar School, and Matthew Johnstone, author, illustrator, and former creative director at The Black Dog Institute, led the sessions with warmth and authenticity.
The forum began with an inspiring student leadership session, attended by representatives from 27 local schools -over 250 students in total. Justin and Matthew spoke with students about the importance of “Worrying Well” rather than “Worrying Wild”, encouraging them to build resilience and approach challenges with courage and compassion. Mayor Jesse Fitzpatrick closed the session, emphasising the importance of community connection and supporting young people in the Highlands.
Educators then participated in a professional learning session exploring how to support students through tough conversations, using practical strategies to balance care with challenge and foster psychological safety. Justin and Matthew also introduced their innovative HAT Wellbeing Program. This practical resource is designed to help young people make sense of their worries, build resilience and find healthy ways forward through bite-sized wisdom, practical tools and guided discussions. More information is available at www.hatwellbeing.com.
Students are invited to contribute an idea for a HatChat illustration for Matthew to create as the 100th HatChat poster resource. These posters feature thought-provoking prompts designed to spark classroom conversations that continue around the dinner table at home. Students can submit their ideas to Mrs Rasheed at alison.rasheed@oxley.nsw.edu.au by Wednesday 5 November.
The final session of the day was for parents and carers, where Justin and Matthew shared personal insights and practical advice on supporting young people through difficult topics, using the W.O.R.R.Y WELL framework:
W – Welcome the worry
O – Open the conversation
R – Reflect and recognise
R – Regulate together
Y – Yes to an action plan
We are fortunate to have such a valuable annual community event in the Highlands, reinforcing the power of shared language and collective wellbeing. To stay informed about future forums, follow Highlands Wellbeing Forum on Facebook and Instagram.
Kind regards
Alison Rasheed
Director of Curriculum P-6
Our ‘Ready, Set, School!’ Pre-K program is designed to ease the transition for our Pre-K children as they prepare for their exciting journey into formal education. Through engaging activities, interactive play, and hands-on learning experiences, the children develop essential skills such as independence, social interaction, and emotional readiness. The program includes a variety of experiences like school-themed storytelling and role-playing classroom routines, aimed at building confidence and familiarity with the school environment. By fostering a positive and supportive atmosphere, our goal is to ensure that every child feels excited, prepared, and ready to take on the adventure of starting school.
This week the children engaged in Orientation Day where they were given the opportunity to see their new classroom, teachers, and routines before the year begins. The aim of Orientation Day is to reduce first-day nerves, build confidence and allow the children and teachers time to get to know each other a bit better. We hope this will support the children in a smooth transition to Kindergarten in 2026.
Audrey: “I am excited about starting Kindergarten. I look forward to still being able to see my friends and meet my new teacher. I hope I learn all about animals. I might also meet some new friends.”
Josh: “I am excited about starting Kindergarten and I hope I get to play lots of games like Lego. I don’t know what I will learn about, but I do get to play in the big playground and get to do all sorts of things.”
Congratulations to all the Oxley students who recently performed in SHYAC's Production of Oliver With A Twist.

Thank you for your ongoing support and for helping us share the exciting news about the New Bowral Market at the Bowling Club, and the return of the much-loved Bowral Public School Markets — starting with a special Christmas event on Saturday, 29th November 2025, from 9am to 2pm.
The Highlands community has been eagerly awaiting the return of our quality, curated markets, and we’re thrilled to announce the return under all NEW management!

Workshops Available!
Highlands Youth Hub is offering Barista Workshops every fortnight from 21 October - 12 December. Find out more here: Barista Course Community
Positive Partnerships is running a one day autism workshop for families in Bowral on Tuesday 11 November. The families will have the opportunity to discuss their child, work through a planning tool and learn about the home school partnership. This is a Federal Government initiative and there is no cost involved.
The families will have the opportunity to discuss their child, work through a planning tool and learn about the home school partnership.
Interested families can learn more about the workshop and register here: Positive Partnerships - Registrations

A Free Community Event on Wednesday 3 December
Join us for this community FREE event celebrating
International Day of People with Disability
December 3 at Lake Alexandra Mittagong
Hosted by Interchange Australia and Proudly Supported by Mittagong RSL
RSVP essential for lunch to events@interchangeau.org otherwise just turn up and enjoy the day!

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