Bayside Bulletin Newsletter, 27 May 2025

Principal’s Message

While we all know that certain events help sell news, the reality is there is so much good around us, but as we only ever hear of the negative, it shapes our perceptions and world view. Likewise, there are many good things that exist in our lives, many blessings that we have and share with others, but these often are overshadowed by the worry, the pressure we experience, and the negative in our lives. It would seem that for a great many, the negatives have a burden far greater that the lifting of our spirits for the blessings we receive.

Don’t believe me? Make a list of all the things you have that make your life better – and I am sure they will greatly outnumber the negative, and yet the negative brings an overbearing burden on us that affects our mindset, approach, and wellbeing.

I suggest there are two main reasons for this:

1.  We do not reflect sufficiently on how fortunate we are and how grateful we are for all we have; and
2. We do not hand our burdens to the Lord.

For the rest of the article, I will focus on the first reason, but the second is truly important as well.

To demonstrate my point, I will focus on something that the vast majority of us have in common – a job, and will commence with the following questions:

• Does your role truly inspire you every moment?
• Does it bring you a burden that you must carry?
• Are there things you feel could be better?
• Are there too many burdens? Workload that is demanding?
• Could you make better decisions than the boss?

If these matters trouble you, perhaps there is a re-framing that would help:

1. Do you trust the people leading your organisation? If not, why follow them … look for a leader elsewhere who does inspire you.
2. Every job will bring a burden. The higher the responsibility, the higher the accountability, and generally the higher the salary. If you seek a less demanding role, perhaps consider a career change? Perhaps another way to look at this is to ask whether the burden you carry reflects the goodness you are doing. When we act as Christ’s hands and feet and do His work, there will always be opposition, and this will bring burdens upon us. Perhaps a burden may reflect the goodness you are doing?
3. There will always be things that could be done better, but are you are aware of the inner workings of the business that may need more immediate addressing. Do you know the business, stresses, and challenges to make a genuinely knowledge and informed critique?
4. The work we do is demanding. Some of this is through man’s own doing and some of it is because the nature of the work that we do. When we contribute to the good of another whether in teaching, administration, financial planning, construction, counselling, emergency services, building roads, transport industry … when we do this with a heart and knowledge that our performance affects others, helps and benefits others, when we do the work God has planned for us, we will face opposition, to encourage us to give in.

Perhaps we need to reflect on the following:

1. Our world is not perfect;
2. No person (other than our Saviour Christ) was, is, or will be perfect – so why do we expect them to be? We need only look in the mirror to see where our failings are, and if we cannot attain perfection, why should we expect this of others?
3. Are we not fortunate to have a job? Perhaps instead of complaining about our work, we can accept that we are the catalyst that improves (or destroys) culture; accept that our work makes a difference to others, and this is why we may often feel the burden and spiritual opposition to what we do.
4. If we have a job in which we receive money to support ourselves and our families we should be thankful. If we can see how our role provides a great benefit to others then we should be truly grateful. We need to remember that every role that exists does so, because we need it, and without it there is an aspect of our life that would be missing – so be grateful for your ability to make a difference, and accept there will be a cost in doing good works.

In all of this, we have the choice to walk our days in pain, in constant complaint or criticism, or to reflect a more joyful and grateful persona. When we are grateful, the burdens are far easier to manage, they have less impact, and because of our ultimate belief in what we do and the gratefulness to do it, we overcome these burdens with far greater ease.

The way we cognitively reflect on these issues has a significant burden on others, on our ability to perform well, and our well-being. Instead of looking through all we do and seeing the half-empty glass, perhaps change the lens and see it as still have full – such a deviation in thought can change lives – yours and all around you.

Be grateful for all you have and remember that what we have could be taken away in an instant, as is seen in so many places around the world and more recently in NSW. Let us be thankful for what we have; let us see the glass as half full not empty and let us accept that our approach and attitude affects all others.

There is also one other very helpful suggestion, and that is to lay our troubles on God, but this deserves a greater discussion than this article allows!

Wishing you a blessed day and a revival in the way we view all we do.

Brian Grimes
Principal/CEO

Deputy Principal’s Message

Warmest greetings to all our families. This fortnight, we experienced slight changes to our calendar, with events postponed due to weather. While we were looking forward to gathering together, the rain reminded us that even our best-laid plans can be interrupted.

These changes create an opportunity for us to reflect on the importance of trusting in God’s perfect timing and purposes. We may make our plans with care and effort, but sometimes things simply do not go the way we expected or hoped. I am reminded that patience and trust go hand-in-hand. Patience is often far from easy. To wait patiently on the Lord’s timing, we must first trust in His heart for us — even when His ways are beyond our understanding.

Proverbs 19:21 reminds us, “Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails.”

These words have brought me great comfort, not just in the context of school events, but in the everyday realities of life. We all face seasons where things do not unfold as planned. There are times of disappointment, unexpected changes, or daily interruptions that leave us feeling unsettled. Yet even then — especially then — God is still sovereign. He is still good. He is still working all things together for our good and His glory.

What I continue to learn is that trusting God does not require full understanding — it requires full surrender, trusting who is truly in control. Our plans may change, but His love for us never does. His faithfulness is not dependent on sunshine or the weather. He is always working, even in the waiting and the unexpected.

Whether it is a cancelled event, a season of difficulty or a day that did not go the way we hoped, may we be a community that leans into faith rather than discouragement. Let us model for our children and each other what it looks like to walk in faith — not just when everything goes to plan, but especially when it does not.

Thank you for your continued support, your patience during changes and for being part of a school community that keeps Christ at the centre of all things. May you know His peace, even in the unknown.

Please enjoy this fortnight’s Bayside Bulletin and take note of some exciting upcoming events to look forward to.

Barracudas Broncos Challenge Finals Update

What a fantastic result for our Girls’ teams in the Broncos Challenge against Xavier — our Year 7/8 team brought home the trophy and our 9/10 Girls played their heart out, drawing 3 tries aside, however, extra time could not break the tie, and the result went Xavier’s way as they scored the first try.

The boys Year 7/8 team had 16–4 win against Xavier in a well fought game. Our boys Year 9/10 team had a tough battle, Xavier taking the trophy with a 22–nil scoreline.

We are incredibly proud of all our Barracudas students — not only for their hard work and determination on the field, but also for the way they come together as a team, encourage one another, and show respect to their opponents. Their sportsmanship and unity are to be congratulated.

Let’s celebrate our Girls and Boys for an outstanding Broncos Challenge season.

Coming up this Friday:

Our Year 6 Barracudas team will compete for the J’Maine Hopgood Cup — we wish them all the best!

Next Wednesday:

Our Girls team will compete for the Karyn Murphy Cup.

Bayside Ladies Brunch

Ladies of Bayside, you are invited to our Bayside Ladies Brunch on Saturday 14 June 2025, just near our Castaway Café.

This is a beautiful opportunity to come together as mums, encourage one another as women, and simply enjoy good company and conversation.

I hope to see you there!

Upcoming dates:

Wednesday 28 May – Barracudas Trial Day (4:00pm)

Friday 30 May – J’Maine Hopgood Cup

Tuesday 3 June – Wide Bay Cross Country Trial

Wednesday 4 June

• Karyn Murphy Cup
• Fraser Coast Industry and Careers Showcase (Years 10–12)
• Year 11 & 12 RACQ Driver Distraction Presentation (1:30pm)

Saturday 14 June – Bayside Ladies Brunch

Monday 16 June – 5–9 Year Old Athletics Carnival

Thursday 19 June – 10–12 Year Old Athletics Carnival; School Captains’ Breakfast

Friday 20 June – Last Day of Term 2; 13–18 Year Old Athletics Carnival

God bless,
Edelle Broadhurst
Deputy Principal

News from Prep T

Watch out, we have authors, poets, spelling stars and handwriting masters in Prep T!

Each morning, we practice our letter writing. We discuss the grapheme (the letter), how we form it and what phoneme it makes (the sound). Writing practice is crucial in helping young children reach their developmental milestones. By practicing their formation and writing skills, children can improve their fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and cognitive potential.

We have also been practicing how we ‘say it, stretch it, write it, check it’ when spelling our CVC words. The teachers say a CVC word, the students then repeat it, stretch out the word to see how many phonemes there are, write it and then check it. Look at us go with our spelling!

To top it all off, we have been learning about alliteration. We have read a variety of books that contain alliteration and have discussed what the connection/pattern is. We then created our own alliteration sentences!

We are so proud with how much progress everyone has made! What SUPERSTARS! 🌟

ANZAC Day, Lest We Forget. In our HASS unit this term, we are learning about celebrations and commemorations. We understand that celebrations are things that we can all celebrate, such as Easter, Christmas and birthdays. We also learnt that commemorations are special days for us to remember something that has happened in the past. Families can commemorate ANZAC Day by attending the ANZAC Day march or Dawn Service, laying wreaths by monuments or wearing poppies and rosemary sprigs. To commemorate ANZAC Day and to remember the soldiers who fought for our country and still continue to do so, we create some precious poppy artwork.

Beautiful Bee-bots! In our technology unit, we have been learning how to create algorithms to program our Bee-bots to move. First, we learnt that an algorithm is a set of instructions that we can give to someone or something to complete a task. We then explored the functions of the Bee-bots and looked at how we can give our Bee-bot an algorithm to perform, travelling from point A to point B. So much fun!

Our very first excursion!! We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Bunnings. First, we gathered on the bus, very exciting stuff! Then when we arrived at Bunnings. We participated in a DIY experience where we decorated our own ceramic pot plants. We then planted some beautiful flowers inside our pots ready for us to take home! Following this, we went on a materials scavenger hunt. We had to look around certain areas of the store to find things made from different materials. Some of the items we found were:

Wheelbarrows, shovels, hoses, and gloves.

After our activities, we were lucky enough to participate in story time with some lovely library helpers!  We had so much fun!!

Year 12 Science

Across the year 12 Science classes we are working on Research Assignments. From Chemistry, Biology, Psychology to Physics, our students are looking at peer-reviewed articles and trying to understand cutting edge science.

As we have gone through this process the parallels to Christian life have been very apparent. We build on the foundations of those who when before, we all make mistakes and we need critical and supportive friends. Also the truth is often very complex and needs effort to be understood!

Some of the Physics topics include; how the wavelength of electrons limit the resolution of electron microscopes, how decay products of the Higgs boson are the only evidence we have for its existence, whether it is possible to send unmanned probes to another star using lasers, and whether neutrinos are their own antiparticles.

This assessment has helped us develop the school values of Humility, Resourcefulness and Tenacity.

Bumper Sticker Competition Winner!

Congratulations to Renee whose car was spotted driving around with a Bayside Bumper sticker. She has won this fortnight’s bumper sticker competition prize of a $50 voucher for the school’s Castaway Café.

To be in the running for our fortnightly prize, grab a bumper sticker from reception, stick in on your car and register using the button below.

Year 1 News

In Year One we have been learning about tens and ones in Maths. We had fun learning this by using MAB blocks and counters to make tens and ones. The students were engaged and showed a good understanding of the concept taught.

We have also been exploring different aspects of design and have learnt to be creative with simple objects that we use everyday.

Dolphins Star

Interview with Utah Blaikie

How long have you been playing?

I started playing in the under-12s at the Hervey Bay Seagulls.

How important has Buyside’s Barracudas program been to your development?

The program has provided me with an excellent opportunity to further improve my rugby league skills.

How proud are you to represent your area and school in this squad?

Representing my area and school has made me very proud and has boosted my confidence in my rugby league journey.

How are you balancing the workload of study and elite-level youth sport?

I am still learning to balance and manage the workload and expectations of both my studies and sport.

Is NRL the ultimate goal?

I would absolutely love to represent the NRL Dolphins in the future.

Are there any people you would like to thank?

I would like to thank my Mum and Dad for their ongoing support throughout my journey. I also want to thank Bayside Christian College for accepting me into the rugby league development program, my Bayside Barracudas coach, Mr. Carter, and all my Seagulls coaches.

How excited are you to attend the Dolphins Academy every month for the second year in a row and showcase your skills to some of the best coaches in the country?

It is such an honour to be selected again. I am very excited and grateful for the opportunity to demonstrate my skills alongside players from around the state, as well as to show the coaches how eager I am to learn from them.

Staff Spotlight

Mrs Farrelly — Out-rigger Canoe and Swimming Champion!

3Q English

3Q have thoroughly enjoyed English this term. They have crafted a persuasive advertisement for their communities they are building in HASS. The students created a colourful poster filled with persuasive devices such as rhetorical questions, hyperboles and repetition to persuade people to come to their community. This week they have been creating poems in class. So far they have written an acrostic poem, a haiku and a cinquain poem using lots of literary devices including alliteration, metaphors and similes. The students love sharing their writing with each other and are very proud of their hard work.

“Family” — an Acrostic Poem by Beckett M

First people I ever saw
Admit I’ll love them forever
Me and them forever in history
I’ll never let go
Love with family is amazing
You’re my forever people

“Mum” — a Haiku by Josiah L

Makes my heart explode
My mum is the best ever
My mum gives me love

“Australia” — a Cinquain by Amalia W

Australia
Huge, amazing
Baking, sizzling, boiling
Aussie people live here
Home

“Life” — a Haiku by Spencer C

Is a beautiful adventure
Is like a rollercoaster
A beautiful thing

“Love” — an Acrostic Poem by Willow M

Lots of love ’til the end
Only you know my deepest saddest secrets
Very hard to find a word to describe your love
Everyday is amazing with your love on me

“Blue” — an Acrostic Poem by Rico V

Beautiful waters shining
Like the clear sky
Under the water, swimming with the turtles
Everywhere I go is so beautiful

More From Year 3

In mathematics students are learning the skill of regrouping between place values for addition and subtraction of two-digit numbers. Students have been enjoying making and programming robots in technology using the Lego WeDo app. While the building of the robots is familiar process to many of the students, programming, and the patience required can be challenging. Health has seen the students pair up to role play assertive communication as part of the ‘Recognise, React and Report’ personal safety steps. Role playing always reveals the thespians in the class.

6T News

6T have had an amazing start to Term 2. We have researched historical events that have changed society and also identified the best plants to grow in Hervey Bay/Fraser Coast.

Each Friday we have enjoyed visiting our Year 1 Buddies to connect and work with them on reading and many other creative tasks.

The highlight for Term 2 would have to be the Grade 5 and 6 Camp. We developed our skills in team work through solving problems together. Learning about bush skills to help survive and pretending to be convicts that came out on The First Fleet were also enjoyable activities. The outdoor movie night, talent show, teacher quiz and disco were also a lot of fun and a great way to end our days.

We are looking forward to more exciting things to learn and do in Term 2.

6Q News

6Q set off for an incredible adventure at QCCC Mapleton a couple of weeks ago—and what a time we had! We threw ourselves into a huge range of activities designed to build teamwork, resilience and friendships. Whether we were building bridges, navigating through orienteering courses, or learning how to make fires, every challenge was met with enthusiasm.

There was also plenty of time for fun and laughter, with pool games, outdoor movies under the stars (complete with popcorn and marshmallows!), and our talent show/disco night. The creativity and confidence on display was amazing, and the dance moves were next level! Of course, no camp would be complete without a competitive game of dodgeball—although students may not admit it, the teachers took out the win! Mapleton Camp was a wonderful experience filled with laughter, learning, and lasting memories. I am so proud of how 6Q embraced every moment.

Year 11 and 12 Fashion

Year 11 and 12 Fashion students are currently exploring the fashion industry by examining fashion designers and fashion categories such as costumes, activewear, daywear, and racewear. Students are required to demonstrate skills used in the industry, including investigating the properties of fabrics in terms of weight, drape, durability, softness, and structure. Using movable mannequins and fabric samples, students can experience how different fabrics perform.

Fraser Coast Agricultural Show Winners

Congratulations to Year 10 student Rivah Burge, whose artistic talent was recognised at the recent Fraser Coast Agricultural Show. Rivah took out First Place in the Fine Art division, impressing judges with her creativity and skill. A fantastic achievement, well done, Rivah!

Mia-Bella Sainsbury achieved 2nd place and Bella Murphy was highly commended. Well done to all!

Auslan in the Junior School

Did you know our Junior students in P–3 have been learning Auslan, the sign language used by the Australian Deaf community? This term, we have been exploring farm-themed signs, including animals and tractors, and the students have absolutely loved it!

We have even been signing along to the song Old MacDonald Had a Farm. Through this, the students made a fun discovery: MacDonald is actually a man – so we use the Auslan sign for “man” – and with just a small twist of the hand, the same sign becomes “goat”!

Auslan, which stands for Australian Sign Language, is a uniquely Australian language developed by Deaf and hearing-impaired Australians. It is not signed English, it has its own grammar and structure, which does not follow English rules. The language is around 200 years old and uses not just hands but facial expressions, body movement and space to communicate meaning. Interestingly, only about 10 per cent of Auslan involves fingerspelling, with most communication happening through dedicated signs.

In our lessons, we use interactive games, songs, and verses to introduce new signs and practise familiar ones. The students are enjoying each lesson and are so proud when they are able to greet each other, introduce themselves, and ask about names and well-being. Our most recent activity involved combining signs for numbers, family members, colours, and farm animals into sentences, then illustrating them in their workbooks. One favourite sentence was, “I have 10 rainbow chickens!” – which sparked some very imaginative drawings and a lot of laughter. It has been a joy to see how confidently and enthusiastically our students are embracing this vibrant and inclusive language.

Head of Junior School – PC  Message

A warm welcome to all the new families who have joined us mid-term! We are so pleased to have you as part of the Bayside family, and we trust that your children will feel right at home here, growing, learning, and thriving in our nurturing environment.

We find ourselves already halfway through Term 2, and what an exciting journey it has been! From special events to classroom participation, this term has been filled with joy, growth, and resilience. We look forward to what the rest of the term will bring!

We value the partnership we share with our parents and carers in creating a safe, joyful, and productive learning environment for every student. Your ongoing support means the world to us.

A phrase I came across while travelling on the London Underground has stayed with me: “See it, say it, sort it.” This motto rings true for our school community as well. If your child is experiencing any unhappiness at school, social, emotional, or academic, please let us know. We can only support and act if we are aware. Let us continue working together to ensure all our students feel known, cared for, and empowered to learn.

We have had a lovely term so far, with highlights that speak to the heart of what Bayside is all about: community, character, and celebration.

ANZAC Day March was a meaningful occasion, and we extend a heartfelt thank you to the many students and families who attended. Your presence was powerful and I was so proud of our college. During our Cross Country and Pre-Athletics events, students demonstrated grit, determination, and teamwork. Well done to all who participated.

At the Fair Haven visit, some of our students performed two beautiful songs for the elderly residents, creating a touching moment of giving and connection. Our Mother’s Day Assembly and Morning Tea was a sweet celebration of the amazing women in our community, complete with delicious treats and loving performances. The Year 5/6 Camp at QCCC Mapleton was a wonderful experience, with 104 students building resilience, forming friendships, and stepping out of their comfort zones. A huge thank you to the dedicated staff, Ms Bianca Carter, Ms Keegan Cirillo, Ms Tace Withers, Ms Carmen Yeatman, Ms Regina Price, Mr Tyson Clancy-Jones, Mr Glover, and me, as well as the camp leaders and site staff for their support, engaging activities, and fantastic meals.

Parent-teacher interviews were another highlight, and we sincerely thank everyone who attended. These conversations are invaluable in supporting student growth. Congratulations to all students who achieved their personal best, and to those still working toward their goals. Keep going, we are cheering you on!

At our Prep Open Day, our future Preppies lit up the room with their smiling faces, bright eyes, and curiosity while parents attended an informative session. We eagerly await welcoming them next year. Thank you to all families for your continued support of our school’s uniform policy, especially regarding jewellery and socks. Wearing the uniform with pride fosters unity and responsibility. Finally, our Book Fair was a great success thanks to your generous support, allowing us to stock the library with exciting new books that will nurture our students’ love for reading. A few important reminders:

• Please stay informed by checking updates via the school website and social media platforms.
• Update your contact information in our online system if you’ve recently changed your address or phone number.
• We encourage all families to stay involved in your child’s learning journey. Your presence matters, whether at home, events, or parent meetings, it all makes a difference.

A Final Word

There is a well-known proverb that says, “It takes a village to raise a child.” At Bayside, we are proud to be part of that village, standing together with you to nurture and guide our young learners as they grow into kind, capable, and courageous individuals.

As we look ahead, let us remain hopeful and committed. Every day is a new opportunity to support our children and help them flourish. To all our families, thank you for your faith in us. May we continue to persevere together, knowing that the journey is just as important as the destination.

“Perseverance is not a long race; it is many short races one after the other.” – Walter Elliot

Smartie Maths in Year 1Q – Learning Through Play!

The Year 1Q students have been diving into maths with a sweet twist — using Smarties! This colourful and exciting activity, fondly called Smartie Maths, has been a wonderful way for students to explore important mathematical concepts through hands-on learning and play.

Throughout the sessions, students have embraced opportunities to practice addition, solve number problems, and explore turn-arounds (understanding that 3 + 2 is the same as 2 + 3). Using Smarties has made learning these skills both fun and meaningful, helping the children stay engaged and excited about maths.
But that’s not all! The young mathematicians in 1Q have also been showing off their understanding of part-part-whole relationships. By grouping and organising their Smarties, students have gained a deeper understanding of how numbers can be broken apart and put back together — a key foundation in early number sense.
As Fred Rogers once said, “Play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning. But for children play is serious learning.” The Smartie Maths experience is a perfect example of how play and learning go hand-in-hand, especially in the early years.

It’s been inspiring to see how confidently the Year 1Q students are using their mathematical thinking — all while having lots of fun. Smartie Maths has proven that learning really can be both playful and powerful!

Senior School Coordinator’s Message

As we reach the halfway point of Term 2, I’ve been reflecting on what a rich and rewarding term it has already been for our Senior School.

We began with a burst of colour and community spirit at our Cross Country Carnival, where students gave their all, cheered each other on and celebrated house pride and perseverance. In that same week our students demonstrated genuine reverence and maturity during our ANZAC Day College Service, honouring those who served with respectful silence and thoughtful reflection. It was also pleasing to see so many of our students represent the College at the Hervey Bay ANZAC Day March, standing shoulder to shoulder with our wider community.

The energy hasn’t slowed down since. Our musical rehearsals are well underway, and it’s been inspiring to hear of students coming together on a joint project across many year levels. On the rugby league field, our Barracudas have displayed tenacity, courage and sportsmanship during the Broncos Challenge, a testament to their resilience and determination.

Recently, our Drum Corps and Believers contributed to the atmosphere and sense of community at the Broncos Challenge Indigenous Round, where our students again modelled what it means to be a connected College community. These moments, both big and small, show that our College is not just a place of learning, but a community where students are encouraged to grow, serve and shine.

I also want to acknowledge the efforts of our Year 12 students, who have been working diligently to complete their IA2’s and are now working on their IA3s. The focus and determination they are showing is commendable, and we are so proud of how they are navigating this important stage of their journey.

While we celebrate these many successes, I’d also like to remind families of a few key messages that help us maintain a safe and respectful school environment.

Nut-Free Policy

Our school is a nut-free environment, a policy in place to protect students and staff who have severe allergies to nuts, including those at risk of anaphylaxis. Even small traces of nuts can be life-threatening for some members of our community.

To support this, we ask that students do not bring nut products in their lunches or snacks.

Bikes and Scooters

Students who ride to school are reminded to secure their bikes and scooters with a lock to the designated metal racks provided. These are in areas that are easily monitored by staff, but less visible from the road. For safety reasons, bikes and scooters must not be locked to other structures or left under ramps, as this increases the risk of theft.

Winter Uniform Reminders

As the weather cools, please take a moment to ensure your child has the correct College winter uniform. A few important notes:

• Only Bayside jackets and jumpers may be worn at school.
• The Barracuda hoodie is only permitted on Barracuda days.
• Students may wear long formal BCC pants with their formal uniform, but sport track pants should only be worn with the sport uniform.
• Girls are welcome to wear navy stockings as part of the winter uniform.

I am continually encouraged by the way our students are growing, not just academically, but also in character. Thank you for partnering with us as we support and guide them through these important years.

Term 2 Hervey Bay School Captains Breakfast

On Thursday 22nd May, Jack, Katelyn, Mason and James represented Bayside at the Term 2 Hervey Bay School Captains Breakfast, hosted by Hervey Bay State High School.

The morning included a delicious breakfast and a collaborative workshop where student leaders brainstormed ideas to revitalise underutilised spaces in Hervey Bay, aiming to foster stronger connections among young people in our community.

The students also heard from two inspiring guest speakers, Tanya Stevenson, CEO of the Hervey Bay Neighbourhood Centre, and Matthew Hillier, Fraser Coast’s Young Citizen of the Year. Both shared valuable insights into youth leadership and community engagement.

We extend our thanks to the Fraser Coast Regional Council for supporting opportunities like these for our student leaders, and to Mayor George Seymour and Deputy Mayor Sara Faraj for joining the students at this event.

Bayside Barracudas thank their Platinum Sponsor!

It’s been a busy term in Digital Technology

The year 7/8 classes have been learning to program a virtual robot.

They started by writing the instructions to make a Jam Sandwich and, after a few false starts and some very stick fingers (mine!) the class got to enjoy the spoils of their efforts.

Year 9/10 classes have been learning to write simple web pages, and are embarking on their journey to develop a web-based adventure game based on a story they helped write together.

In year 11 the ICT students started the term learning how to write a simple 3D computer game. For their assessment this term, the students are designing an educational 3D driving game for young children.

Photos show Year 9/10 students working on their web pages, and year 7-8 students programming the virtual robots.

Barracudas Visit World Gym

The Barracudas visited World Gym Hervey Bay and tried out Les Mills Fitness Circuit class. See more of what World Gym can offer: World Gym Hervey Bay