St Joseph’s celebrates achievements

The evening doubled as a pre-Christmas celebration, with a visit from Santa and a shared barbecue for school families and staff.

It was also an opportunity to welcome in the new leadership team for 2026, Franky Bryce and Isla Girdwood officially inducted as school captains.

Special awards presented were as follows.

Christen living awards - Matilda Ick, Izabel Sijo, Monique Rockford, Aibel Sijo.

Learning awards: Kingergarten - Theo Rorato; Year 1/2 - Indie Parker and Lorcan Moran; Year 3/4 - Marlee Shaw and Blake Parker; Year 5/6 - Bailey Miller and Ryder Billing.

Nathan Kelly Award - Dom Gurciullo.

Penguin Public Speaking Award - Nakshu Purim.

RSL Award - Jackson Haas-Laing.

CWA Citizenship - Lara Hercus.

John Burke Award - Hope Rochford.

Mother’s Day Award - Mary Catena.

Father’s Day Award - Glenn Rorato.