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eLinkThe Girton Grammar School Newsletter

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FROM THE HEADMASTER

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At TEDxBendigo last Saturday, our irrepressible Junior School Head of Music, Mrs Laura Dussuljee, convinced the audience that if we are prepared to celebrate youth, then surely, we should

be prepared to celebrate those who are young at heart. With this kind of pragmatic logic and staunch loyalty to her proud senior-citizens choir, it comes as no surprise that the annual Forever Young concert at Ulumburra Theatre was such a success.

Singing to an audience of more than 750 people, and with a special guest appearance by much-loved 60’s rocker, Normie Rowe, the concert was a real tribute to all that is possible when compassion and inclusion are the main aims.

The Girton Senior String Orchestra and Rock Band “Standing Room Only” accompanied the choir as they performed an all-Australian repertoire of songs. Their musical ability was abundantly clear but their very participation, particularly in what is a truly community based forum, is commended.

TEDx events are well known for featuring high calibre speakers, but it was our student Audio Visual and Technical Team who really stitched the day together in a seamless show of theatre tech prowess. The technical running sheet for the day was a kaleidoscope of coloured chaos which the students navigated with a level of competence usually reserved for professional performances. Meanwhile, the TEDxBendigo Student Committee introduced speakers on the day and made sure logistics, from catering to entertainment, were soundly in hand. Well done to all.

The VCE Style and Composition class had their works performed this week at the Young Composer of the Year concert and my congratulations go to Jennifer O’Sullivan (11 Millward) for her composition of “Train Stop” which was awarded First Place by audience vote.

The Girton Dragons, our Year 12 Boys’ Basketball Team played a gallant Grand Final this week and although they did not win, they have had a fine season and have displayed an excellent example of what can be achieved when best efforts are applied week in and week out.

I would like to announce that we are offering an Arrowsmith class for 2016. Could I ask please, that any Girton parent who is interested in the Arrowsmith Programme be in touch with Mr John Pease via email [email protected] to register their interest.

I am delighted also to announce the appointment of two new Heads of House. Mr David Martin is already well settled in his new role as Head of Riley while Mrs Christine Phillips will take the helm of Jenkin House in 2016.

The Senior School Formal is tonight, a great way for our Year 10, 11 and 12 students to round off a Term of hard work. I know they will have a wonderful “enchanted” evening and I look forward to welcoming back all students, refreshed after the holidays, ready for a final Term of endeavour and growth.

I wish all parents, students and staff a very safe and happy holiday.

Matthew F Maruff Headmaster


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FROM THE HEAD OF JUNIOR SCHOOL

As we draw to the end of another term, it is a good opportunity to reflect on the successes and challenges we face. The students should be very proud of their achievements across the term,

from Ensemble Performances to Sporting Achievements. Our most recent success the Junior School Art Exhibition and Grandparents’ and Special Friends’ Day. The event commenced with the Opening of the Junior School Art Exhibition on Thursday 10th September. The work displayed at the Art Exhibition never ceases to amaze parents, staff and the students themselves. The theme for this year was ‘Creatures’: with artwork displaying elephants, birds, monsters, bugs on flowers and, of course, the ever popular skateboards. The talent of the students under the watchful eyes of Mrs James and Mrs Allan delighted all our guests at the opening and throughout the day on the Friday. A huge thank you is extended to all the parents who assist with the Artshow, from framing work to hanging birdcages. The support of parents is what makes this event such a great achievement for all. Grandparents’ and Special Friends’ Day was well attended and the students did themselves and school proud with their talented musical performances. Thank you again to all the parents who helped out throughout the day, ensuring urns were hot with tea and coffee and lunch was served on time. Thank you also to the businesses that support our annual event – BMP for the invitations, Twenty 2 for providing lunch, Country Cakes for providing morning tea, The Complete Garden for props in the artshow and Kate Monotti Photography, who not only take all the wonderful ‘Friendship Photos’ that are available to purchase but who also comes along on the day to take those much loved photos with special guests.

Term Three Progress Reports for your child are now also available online for viewing. As with the two major reports sent out at the end of each semester, the Term Report is a factual and direct account of student performance to date. It is written and sent to the parents for your information. Whether or not you choose to share this information with your child is a matter for you.

I would like to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday and look forward to seeing all our students return well refreshed in Term Four.

Mr Donald Thompson Head of Junior School


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This term, with the support of Country Cakes Bendigo, the Junior School ran a Cake/Slice & Pie Drive. The Junior School Community has raised $2,116.70 for the Father Ray Foundation in Pattaya, Thailand. This has well exceeded our expectation. Thank you for your most kind and generous support of the Father Ray Foundation.



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On Friday the 11th September Junior School Football Training came to an end with our annual Staff vs. Students match.

This game was played in great spirit with the skill and talents of the Staff team being matched by the tenacity and sheer numbers of students. For the fifth year in a row, the students were victorious, this time by one point just as the final siren sounded, much to the delight of the students.

With an enrolment of 63 students, this co-curriculum activity continues to grow in Junior School through our emphasis on fun,

participation and skill development. We sincerely thank all students, girls and boys, who were involved in Junior School Football in 2016 and particularly thank our senior leaders in Dale Baker (11 Jenkin), Haydn Musgrove (11 Millward), Peter Shearman (7 Jenkin) and Max Beever (8 Frew).

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Running alongside Grandparents’ and Special Friends’ Day is the annual Book Fair. Students enjoyed perusing the displays and making wish lists in the weeks leading up to the Book Fair. The Junior School Library was a hub of excitement with students taking parents there before and after school all week to purchase those special books off their wish list. Thank you to all the parents who assisted in the Library across the week. Your generosity of time and assistance was very much appreciated. The Bookfair reached a record breaking total in sales which in turn will give the Junior School Library scholastic points to purchase new books.

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Girton Navy Netball Grand FinalOn Saturday Girton Navy played in their Grand Final at the Golden City Netball Courts. The girls fought a hard game and came out victorious over St Monica’s Maroon, 33 to 14 goals.

Congratulations to Olivia Richards (6 Jenkin), Serryn Eenjes (6 Jones), Eliza O’Sullivan (6 Jones), Angelica Jack (6 Jenkin), Emma Mattiske (6 Aherne), Ruby Fletcher (6 Millward), Mercedes Gill (6 Jenkin), Millie Lourie (6 Frew) and April Thurrowgood (6 Aherne).



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Ruby Conti-Moore (3 Millward) and Alessia McCaig (6 Jenkin) placed 3rd at Aeroskool State Championships and went on to win 4th place at the National Championships.

Mac Hilson (4 Frew) and Hamish Walker (4 Jones) have been selected for Victoria to play in the National Futsal Championships in Sydney during January. During the school holidays they are representing Victorian Country in the National Schools’ Championship in Brisbane also.



our venues:CENTRALCity - 50 Lonsdale StSt Kilda Rd - Wesley College NEW

NORTH EASTERNBalwyn North - Balwyn North Primary TBCDoncaster - Birralee Primary NEWTemplestowe Heights - Templestowe Heights PS NEWPark Orchard - Park Orchard Primary NEW

EASTERNAshwood - Park Hill PrimaryBlackburn North - Whitehorse Primary NEWBurwood - Wattle Park PrimaryCamberwell South - Camberwell South Primary NEWGlen Iris - Glen Iris Primary NEWKew - Xavier Burke HallGlen Waverly - Wesley College NEWRowville - Park Ridge Primary TBC

SOUTH EASTERNOakleigh - Oakleigh PrimaryCheltenham - Kingston Heath Primary NEWElsternwick - Wesley College NEWElwood - Elwood PrimaryBentleigh East - GESACBrighton - HaileyburyMentone - Mentone Girls GrammarAspendale - St Louis De MontfortWheelers Hill - Waverley Meadows

WESTERN SUBURBSAvondale Heights - Avondale PrimaryYarraville - Wembley Primary NEWHoppers Crossing - Bellbridge Primary NEW

PENINSULAMt Eliza - Toorak CollegeMt Martha - Osborne Primary

GEELONGHighton - Bellaire Primary NEWManifold Heights - Manifold Heights Primary NEWNewtown - Chilwell Primary NEW

BENDIGOStrathfieldsaye - Strathfieldsaye Primary NEW

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SEE OTHER SIDE FOR full list of VENUES!

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IF YOUR CHILD IS ABSENT FROM SCHOOL, PLEASE CALL THE ABSENTEE LINE:4408 5992


School Holidays Monday 21st September to Friday 2nd October

WEEK 1Monday 5th October Day One Term Four for Staff and Students

Girton Parents and Friends MeetingThe Morey Building5:30pm

Tuesday 6th October Year 5 CampNarmboolReturning Friday 9th October

Thursday 8th October Year 2 CampLake EppalockReturning Friday 9th October

WEEK 2Monday 12th October Junior School Regional AthleticsFlora Hill Athletics Track

Aherne House Dinner The Bendigo Club6:00pm - 9:00pm

Jones House Dinner Bendigo and District RSL6:00pm - 9:00pm

Tuesday 13th October Millward House Dinner Bendigo and District RSL6:00pm - 9:00pm

Riley House Dinner The Bendigo Club6:pm - 9:00pm

Wednesday 14th OctoberFrew House Dinner The Bendigo Club6:00pm - 9:00pm

Jenkin House Dinner Bendigo and District RSL 6:pm - 9:00pm

Thursday 15th OctoberOGA 50 Year Reunion for Past Staff and Students

Friday 16th OctoberSenior School Staff vs Students Netball Match The Gymnasium

WEEK 3Tuesday 20th, 21st & 22nd OctoberJunior School Production Aladdin JnrThe Capital Theatre

Friday 23rd OctoberYear 12 Final Day

Junior School State Athletics ChampionshipsMelbourne

WEEK 4Monday 26th OctoberSports Presentation EveningJohn E. Higgs Hall5:00pm - Junior School6:15pm - Senior School

Wednesday 28th OctoberBendigo Cup DayPublic Holiday

Thursday 29th OctoberSenior School Keys Please ProgrammeYear 10 Students

Friday 30th OctoberJunior School Regional Sports Day (Basketball)Swan Hill

WEEK 5Monday 2nd NovemberYear Eleven Examinations Commence

Girton Parents and Friends MeetingThe Morey Building5:30pm

Tuesday 3rd NovemberMelbourne Cup Day

Headmaster’s Tour MorningThe Black Box9:00am

Wednesday 4th NovemberYear Four CampThe Grampians, Halls GapReturning Friday 6th November


2016 Term Dates Students

Term OneThursday 28th January 2016 to Thursday 24th March 2016

Term TwoMonday 11th April 2016 to Friday 17th June 2016

Term ThreeWednesday 13th July 2016 toFriday 16th September 2016

Term FourMonday 3rd October 2016 toThursday 1st December 2016

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WEEK 6Monday 9th to Friday 13th NovemberYears Seven to Eleven Examinations

Friday 13th NovemberJunior School Bendigo Schools Tennis Championships

OGA Headmaster’s School TourGirton House

Saturday 14th NovemberSenior School Second Hand Book SaleThe Morey Building

WEEK 7Monday 17th NovemberCheryl Long’s Piano Students RecitalThe Black Box5:30pm

Wednesday 18th NovemberYear Seven, 2016 Parent and Student Information EveningThe Gymnasium5:30pm

Friday 20th NovemberValedictory DinnerAll Seasons Bendigo

WEEK 8Friday 27th NovemberFriends of Junior School Staff LuncheonJohn E. Higgs Hall12:00pm - 1:00pm

WEEK 9Monday 30th November1st Fee Instalment 2016 closes at 5pm to be eligible for prompt payment discount.

Tuesday 1st DecemberService of Carols

Thursday 3rd DecemberSpeech NightBendigo Stadium End of Term Four

Bunnings BBQ Fundraiser Saturday 19th September 2015 9:00am - 4:00pm

If you are able to assist with the Fundraiser, the Committee will be grateful for your assistance.

Please make contact with Vicky Matthews on 0401 688 998 and advise when you would be available during the above time slot.

Otherwise, come along and purchase a sausage in bread when you come to Bunnings Kangaroo Flat to do some Spring Shopping.

Mrs Vicky Matthews President of FoPA


Speech Night 2015 AwardsPlanning of Speech Night 2015 is underway and we invite interested families, individuals or businesses to sponsor our student awards.

Speech Night Award sponsors are given priority seating and recognised both on stage

and in the printed program.

For further information or to express interest in providing a Speech Night Award please email Mrs Kristen Beever, Events Manager

[email protected]

Previous year sponsors have now been contacted directly in relation to their sponsorship.



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On Sunday the 13th September, six Girton teams travelled to the Latrobe Bundoora campus in Melbourne to compete in the Victorian State Finals for Tournament of Minds. It was a successful day for our teams, as three won their category and two received honours.

The Senior Applied Technology team, Senior Social Science team and the Junior Maths Engineering team all achieved First Place in their division. The Senior Maths Engineering team and the Junior Applied Technology team were awarded Honours.

Unlike the Regional tournament, the students could not completely prepare for the State tournament. During the event, competitors were seated in a classroom with their team, their problem and some basic materials. They had three hours to solve the problem and produce a ten minute performance to show to a panel of judges and the other competing teams. During this time they were tested on their team work skills in an impromptu spontaneous challenge. Due to the limited time available to prepare, ‘Lock down’ tests students’ ability to work cohesively with others to form a functional team.

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Three hours may seem like an immensely long period of time, but I’m sure all TOM members will agree that the three hours doesn’t seem very long at all. Compared to the weeks allowed to prepare for Regionals, the State Finals feel like a completely different experience.

The three winning Girton teams will now have the amazing opportunity to compete at a national level at the Australasian National Finals. They will travel to Sydney to represent Victoria in their categories on Thursday 15th October. This competition will emulate the State competition with a lockdown and spontaneous challenge.

The 2015 State Competition was a wonderful day. Girton students had the opportunity to watch a variety of different performances from their categories and gain experience from watching other schools perform. Thanks to the endless effort and dedication of the Girton facilitators, the Girton TOM teams were able to perform to the best of their ability.

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Saturday’s TEDxBendigo event left the audience in no doubt that young people are worthy of protection, encouragement and celebration.

The internationally licensed conference featured 9 prominent speakers who unleashed their ideas about youth to inspire and inform the Bendigo community and beyond.

Mr Matthew Maruff, who hosted the day, said that the event was a huge success and anyone with an interest in the welfare and influence of young people in our community should view the 9 talks online in the coming weeks.

“TEDx is a great concept, allowing people to share ideas internationally through the hosting of local events that are uploaded to the TED website.

“The talks from our 9 speakers will be on the TED website soon, helping to promote conversations that genuinely matter on a world-wide stage.

“We heard a fascinating range of views on the topic of “Celebrating Youth”. From singer and composer, Adam Lyon, whose mantra to youth is BTFO (Bother To Find Out), through to nationally acclaimed Psychologist, Shona Innes, who talked about what young people need when their mental health becomes shaky.

“Elly Hunter, the 19 year old Director of Project Outward, spoke flawlessly for 15 minutes with no notes, leaving people with a fresh understanding of young people’s strengths and capabilities, inspiring them to step out and chase their dreams.

“We had an entertaining and highly engaging address from Laura Dusseljee, Founder and Director of the Forever Young Community Choir, who argued that if we are going to celebrate youth, then surely the young at heart also deserve celebration.

“The show concluded with an incredible break-dance demonstration, preceded by a very moving talk from Tom Sanderson, who turned his life around from a teenage “junkie” to a devoted husband, father and mentor. He talked about how his creative outlet ultimately saved him from a destructive and toxic lifestyle,” said Mr Maruff.

The 9 TEDx talks from the 2015 TEDxBendigo event will be available on the TED website in coming weeks.

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On Wednesday September 9th, Girton Grammar School was greatly privileged to host the History Roadshow.

The day was a great success with students from regional schools in attendance.

Years 10, 11 and 12 History students were treated to discussions on where careers in History could lead them, followed by ‘master classes’ in three of the VCE History courses. Dr Charles Fahey from Latrobe University conducted 2 classes on Australian History and Professor Joe Siracusa from RMIT brought 20th Century History to life. The Assistant Chief Assessor for Revolutions History gave the students many helpful insights into the examination process.

The rich content of the lectures was deeply beneficial to all the students and staff who were in attendance. The obviously extensive knowledge and experience of the presenters and the myriad of amusing and enlightening anecdotes kept the audience interested and amused throughout.

I would like to make special thanks on behalf of the students to Ms Terrie Dempster for her hard work in bringing this event to Girton and allowing it to function so smoothly.

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PROFESSOR JOE SIRACUSA FROM RMIT

MRS ELIZABETH MORGAN, THE ASSISTANT CHIEF ASSESSOR FOR VCE HISTORY (REVOLUTIONS)

MRS MARGARET BIRTLEY, FROM HISTORY COUNCIL OF VICTORIA





On Monday August 31st three groups of Year 9 students left Bendigo at 7.30am to travel to Melbourne. The “City Challenge” excursion links directly to the Year 9 REPD programme, in particular, the Youth Homelessness Challenge.

Students attended three activities - a session on Youth Homelessness at the Salvation Army Centre, a Street Art Tour and a Street Art Workshop at Blender Studios. It was fabulous to see our budding artists create their own street art canvases, with a winning artist selected from each class.

These artworks will be on display during the Homelessness Challenge Expo students will be running during lunchtime on Monday October 19th. Students will be raising funds and awareness of the Youth Homelessness issue in our region and actively working towards real change through education and empowerment of young people.

Stay tuned for more news about this exciting venture next term...

Mrs Melinda Naughton

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As part of the Salvation Army talk, were given a tour of some of the spots where they have found and helped homeless people in the past. I found it so heartbreaking seeing the horrid conditions in which

they were forced to live. After the tour we headed back to the street art studios for a chance to do our own canvas. I loved how we got to create our own mini masterpieces, they even allowed us to use some of their stencils. If I had the chance, I would do this day again and again and again. I have gained so much knowledge and appreciation for what I have from this day.

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On Monday 31st August 2015, 9M,9H and 9V embarked on an excursion to the inner city streets of Melbourne. The students went on a tour of the iconic alleys of our State

capital, viewing the eccentric street art and graffiti. They later mustered their newfound knowledge, and used it to create their very own street art. But the fun didn’t stop there. The classes received an in-depth, insight into the reality of homelessness. They were taken on a confronting journey of the homeless gathering spaces. This, accompanied by the statistics, gave us a strong awareness of what’s happening in the hidden parts of our society. Overall, it was an enlightening experience that shall be one to remember.

Harrishman Shobanan and Liam Radford (9M)

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On the 31st of August my class went down to Melbourne for a REPD excursion.

When we arrived we ventured down to Federation Square, where we met James, who kindly took us for a two hour Street Art tour. I found it incredible looking at all the beautiful artwork hidden in those alley ways. Next, he took us back to Blender studio where we met some other street artists. It was amazing watching how they work on their masterpieces.

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The music staff and selected students performed 13 new and eclectic compositions ranging from works for Big Band, Rock Bands, Piano/ Instrumental pieces and Jazz Combo. The students spoke beautifully about the influences on their works and brought tears to many parents.

The winners were announced after an audience vote and the results were as follows:

First Jennifer O’Sullivan (11M) Train Stop

Second Linyue Dwyer (11Je) Passion for Her

Third (shared equally) Eleanor Moller (11A) Orpheus and Eurydice Oliver Northam (11A) Indigo Dance

All students are congratulated on such a fine concert.

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BASKETBALL

Sandhurst Division Junior Basketball

On Friday 28th August our Year 7 & 8 boys and girls competed in the Sandhurst Division Junior Basketball competition.

Our two teams played well and it showed in their results

Year 7 Boys ended up 2nd in their pool and came up against Catholic College for the chance to play off in the Grand Final but went down by 6 points.

Year 7 girls ended up 3rd in their pool and won their 3rd position Final against Weeroona by 1 point.

Year 8 boys ended up 4th in their pool and won their 4th position Final against Weeroona by 2 points.

Year 8 girls had a really good day, ending up top in their pool undefeated. They had to beat arch rivals Catholic College for the chance to play in the Grand Final which they won by 6 points.

They then played Marist College in the Grand Final going down by 10 points.

Thank you to our coaches on the day:

Year 7 Boys: Lewis Beks

Year 7 Girls: Dalton Lewis

Year 8 Boys: Tanner Rayner

Year 8 Girls: Taylor Snell

Sandhurst Division Intermediate Basketball

On Wednesday 2nd September it was our Year 9 and 10 Boys & Girls competing in the Sandhurst Division Basketball Intermediate Tournament.

The boys’ teams ended up 3rd in their pool, winning their allotted Final, ending up 5th overall.

The girls’ team ended up 6th, also winning their allotted Final ending up 6th overall.

Thank you to our coaches:

Girls: Rani Jayasekera

Boys: Marko Mitic-Novoselek

Thanks must also go to all the students who represented Girton Grammar School with great sportsmanship.

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SANDHURST DIVISION JUNIOR HOCKEY

Last Friday two teams went down to the hockey pitches to compete in the Years 7 and 8 Sandhurst Division Hockey competition.

The boys won their first game against Eaglehawk 4-0 and their second game against Weeroona 3-1. They won their Semi-Final against Crusoe 1-0 and placed First overall, winning their Grand Final against BSE 5-0.

The girls had a slow start with their first two games against Eaglehawk and Weeroona both resulting in a tie, 0-0. They went on to play a Semi-Final against BSE, which again ended in a draw, but Girton won on penalty shootouts. In the Grand Final the girls lost to Marist 2-0.

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On Saturday the 12th of September a Year 8 Girton netball team, Girton Red, competed in the Under 14 section 3 Grand Final in the Golden City Netball Competition.

The team coached by Ms Loraine and assistant coach Year 9 student Paris Bickley and managed by Mrs Kristenson took the court to play a wonderful game.

It was close the entire game but the girls eventually surged ahead and took the game 33 to 39.

The girls represented Girton Grammar School fantastically, showing great sportsmanship to their opponents. Well Done to Girton Red!

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Congratulations to Girton Lime for coming Runners Up in Under 17 Section 2.

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Congratulations to Girton Red for being Premiers in Under 14 section 3.

Congratulations to all players, coaches and managers for a successful season.

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NETBALL - GOULBOURN VALLEY GRAMMAR SCHOOL

On the 13th of August three Girton netball teams made their way out to Huntly Reserve to compete against Goulbourn Valley Grammar School in the annual Schools’ Cup Competition.

With all three teams winning, this allowed us to take out the winning trophy once again.

Sophie Shoebridge was awarded Best on Court for Juniors, Avril Price won Best on Court for Intermediate and Carly Moloney was awarded Best for the Senior team.

All of the girls played a great game and thoroughly enjoyed playing GVGS.

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On the first Friday of August, about 67 Girton students in Years 8-12 travelled up to Sydney for the annual City 2 Surf fun run.

After a long 12 hour bus trip on Friday, the Saturday was well spent allowing the runners to explore and experience one of the most iconic cities in Australia.

On Sunday it was race day so we had an early start to make it to the race on time, getting up at around 6am. City 2 Surf is the largest fun run in the world and was the first

event many of the Girton runners have experienced, making it even more exciting and thrilling to encounter.

Approximately 80,000 people make it difficult to find a good place at the start line, yet the positive vibe from all of the other runners and the glorious weather meant it was hardly a problem! Although the 14km run is hilly and quite difficult at times, most runners were still able to enjoy the fun atmosphere and stunning scenery.

Matthew Heislers achieved an outstanding time of 50.54, breaking the Girton record previously held by Mr Munro. The next placing boys were Alexander Nielsen (54.31) and Alexander O’Shea (58.12).

Congratulations to the three fastest girls, Alex Liacos (1:05.31), Chloe Hobson (1:09.35) and Matilda Moore (1:13.08). Each year the times are getting more and more competitive.

Congratulations also to every

runner, especially those who completed the challenging course for the first time or who achieved a Personal Best time.

On behalf of all the students, we would like to say a huge thank you to Mr Lorincz, Mr Langley, Mrs Tunzi, Mrs Douglas, Mrs Showler, Mrs Peter, and all the parents who came on the trip. The commitment and effort you put into this co curricular activity is greatly appreciated.

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This year the Girton Community Action Group (GCAG) embarked on a mission, to raise funds and awareness for RUOK Day. To do so, we held the third annual Student vs Staff Soccer Match on Monday September 7th.

Rain made the event difficult at first, but the teams battled on. Sausages and Spiders were available to purchase for those who had the persistence to wait in the rain. Split Decision gave the day a festive element by playing for everyone yet again, making the game entertaining to both the eyes and ears. Eventually the rain cleared and the game became a bit more pleasant to watch (and play!). For the first time, Team Student defeated Team Staff - a momentous occasion and well worth celebrating, as Staff could no longer claim an unchallenged winning streak.

Three days later, on the official RUOK Day (September 10th), volunteers from GCAG handed out

Funds raised from the BBQ and Spiders will be donated to the campaign to raise the Aboriginal Flag on the Senior School Campus. With almost $400 being raised towards this, the day has provided the school with a big step towards acknowledging formally our indigenous history. Not only was the day an opportunity to take a stand against mental illness and suicide, it was also a chance for students to contribute to a fairer, more educated Australia, one flag at a time. Our sincere thanks goes to all staff and students who supported the day and we look forward to celebrating RUOK Day in 2017.

Ruby Stone (10R) and Emma Hindson (10Jo)

lollipops, encouraging students to ask each other “are you okay?”. Handing out lollipops, while having a conversation, introduced us to so many people who we may never have spoken to otherwise and created a real sense of community.

RUOK Day is all about working together to raise awareness for suicide and mental illness. This day was a chance for everyone to ask, ‘are you okay?’ to show that they care and that they can help. It was also a time for people to thank those who were always there for them.

In the lead up to RUOK Day students became aware of facts such as:

• In a 12-month period, it is estimated that 65,000 Australians make a suicide attempt, with an average of 2,320 people committing suicide every year

• For every suicidal death, it is estimated that as many as 30 people make an attempt.

• Recent data shows that almost twice as many people have died from suicide, than in road related deaths.

• Around 45 per cent of Australians will experience mental illness in their lifetime, while 20 per cent are affected every year.

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FOREVER YOUNG CHOIR AND GIRTON STUDENTS ROCK WITH NORMIE ROWE

On Wednesday September 16, the Forever Young Rock Choir accompanied by Girton Students rocked the Ulumbarra Theatre with popular star from the sixties, Normie Rowe.

The Girton Grammar String Orchestra and the Girton Jazz Band provided a musical powerhouse for and all-Australian repertoire of songs including Beds are Burning, Down Under, Don’t Dream It’s Over, Solid Rock, My Happiness, To Love Somebody and Friday on My Mind.

The theme for this year’s concert was “Play”, taken from the choir’s motto, “Live Love Laugh Play Shine”.

The ‘Forever Young’ choir was established in 2011 by Mrs Laura Dusseljee, Head of Girton Grammar Junior School Music Department. It is a community choir made up of approximately 80 senior citizens, the youngest being 64 and oldest 94. The choir sings rock songs of all genres.

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The Class of 2010 had a great night at the GPO Bar & Restaurant on Friday 11th September, for their 5 year reunion.

More than 40 Old Girtonians came together from near and far to swap stories, catch up on news and rekindle friendships.

Old Girtonians travelled from as far as Port Macquarie in NSW, Burdell in Queensland and Sandy Bay in Tasmania, showing the strength of loyalty in the Old Girtonians’ Association.

2010 Boy School Captain, Ewen Pickles, said a few words and conducted a pop-quiz which revealed that one Old Girtonian has had 13 part time jobs since leaving school and another is half way through their third degree!

Thank you to all who attended, including current staff members. The OGA looks forward to welcoming the class of 2010 to your 10 year reunion!



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A reminder that to be eligible to apply for the 2015 OGA Departing Girtonian Scholarship, students must first become a member of the OGA. This means paying the once-off lifetime membership fee that appeared on September school accounts and providing a personal email address to the OGA. The closing date for Scholarship applications is Friday 9th October, 2015. The Scholarship application form has been given to students and copies can be obtained from the OGA website: www.oga.girton.vic.edu.au

Please contact Alumni Manager, Mrs Alex Fisher, if you have any queries: [email protected] or phone (03) 4408 5985.

50 YEAR REUNION: FINAL REMINDER

A final reminder that the “Jean d’Helin” years’ reunion, incorporating the 50 year reunion, will be held on Thursday 15th October, 2015.

This event is open to Old Girtonians who attended the school from 1952 – 1970 when Miss Jean d’Helin was Headmistress.

Bookings at: www.trybooking.com.au/14327 or contact Alex Fisher, Alumni Manager: [email protected] or phone 903) 4408 5985.

Mrs Alex Fisher Alumni Manager


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Withdrawal of Students Parents are reminded of Point 4 of the Business Regulations regarding withdrawal of students.4. WITHDRAWAL OF STUDENTS To withdraw a student from the School, at least one complete term’s notice, including the preceding vacation, must be given in writing to the Headmaster. If the required minimum notice of one complete term’s notice, including the preceding vacation period (in writing to the Headmaster), as described in the following examples, is not given for withdrawal from the School, a Tuition Withdrawal Fee equal to one tuition fee instalment will apply. There is no Prompt Payment Discount for a Tuition With-drawal Fee. For example: (a) Students leaving at the end of the school year (except Year 12 students) or during the following vacation or during First Term the following year will need to have provided notice in writing to the Headmaster no later than 5 p.m. on the last school day of Third Term (in September).(b) Students departing at the end of second Term or during Third Term will need to have provided notice in writing to the Head-master by the last school day of the First Term. Please also note that once the signed enrolment Form is received, and the first instalment of the Capital Fee is paid, the student is deemed to be enrolled in the School. Hence the notice of withdrawal period as described in Clause 4 is required to be given if a parent subsequently decides not to proceed.

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HOMESTAY From time to time we receive requests from country, city and overseas families for homestay accommodation for their child to enable them to attend Girton Grammar School. This is usually required from Monday to Friday, but in the case of overseas students may be for the whole year or term.

We are hoping to set up a list of parents who may be interested in offering homestay accommodation to a student in the future.

This can often suit a family whose child/children have moved to a city to attend university or work.

If you are interested in finding out more about this, I would welcome your enquiry. I am happy provide you with homestay policies and further information.

Please contact me on 03 5441 3114 or email me at [email protected]

2016 and 2017 Thanks are owed to those parents who have already accepted the offer for their child to enter in 2016. Please note that parents are asked to respond within 30 days if they wish to accept, defer or decline these offers.

Parents of students entering 2017 will be invited to contact the School in the near future to arrange an enrolment interview.

Current parents are reminded to submit applications for younger siblings in the future.

ENROLMENT PROCESS I would like to remind parents of the enrolment process which was articulated in the 2015 Business Regulations. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me.

If parents wish their student child’s future enrolment to be viable, the Application Fee of $110 must be paid. If an Application Form and Fee are received, parents will be contacted, in order of receipt, and invited to arrange an Enrolment Interview. This will normally start to occur approximately twelve to eighteen months prior to the year of entry. An offer for a place in the School will follow if vacancies exist.

• Prep students are immersed in the nurturing Girton culture from the beginning of their education.

• Girton’s Prep teachers are highly experienced and have undertaken specialist training and personal development programmes focused on early learning.

• Social skills and emotional intelligence are developed through programmes exclusive to Girton Grammar School, such as the RULER method.

• Prep Students enjoy classes taken by specialist teachers in Drama, PE, Art, Music, Japanese and French. Students at other institutions often don’t receive exposure to specialist learning such as this until they reach secondary school.

• Prep at Girton is a joyful, enriching experience for the children and their families alike with extensive communication between teachers and parents.

Benefits of commencing a Girton Grammar School Education at Prep.

CONTACT DETAILS CHANGED? The School tries to maintain an accurate database of students’ and parents’/guardians’ contact details to ensure communications reach you. If you have changed any of your contact details in the last six months and have not notified the School, could you please email [email protected] and include your student’s full name, Year level and House, along with the correct contact information. If you feel other pertinent details may be missing from your student’s record, please also email them to Mrs. Louise McWaters at the same email address above.

Louise McWaters Registrar


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Tavish Eenjes (12Jo) and Jordan Rogers (8M) who are both recipients of the Debaters’ Association of Victoria Schools’ Competition ‘Swannie’ Award. This coveted prize is won by the best speakers in each grade for the each region, in this case Tavish for A grade and Jordan, equal First for D grade. They will receive their awards with the other regional winners in a presentation at the Methodist Ladies’ College on October 12th.

Maeve Delahunty (12M) (pictured below) who came Runner Up for A Reserve in the Heathcote District Netball League Best & Fairest, Maeve plays for White Hills.

Jack Armstrong (11Je) who won the 17 & under 2015 Loddon Campaspe Regional Masters Series at the Bendigo Lawn Tennis Tournament and was Runner Up in the 18 and under Northern Squad Challenge in a hard fought tournament lost in a 7:5 Tiebreaker. This was a great achievement for Jack who was playing in an age group above his age.

Max Rowley (10M) who was awarded the ‘Most Disciplined Award’ by Hockey Central Victoria.

Girton Dragons the Year 12 Boys’ Basketball Team (pictured below) who came Runner-Up in the recent Grand Final.

Abby Rowley who has been selected as a mmber of the School Sport Victoria Team in Diving. She will compete in the School Sport Australia Pacific School Games in Adelaide in November.

Jacob Port (10Jo) (pictured below) who has been notified that he is the winner of the Victorian Final of the CPA Plan Your Own Enterprise competition. He presented his plan o a panel of Judges in Melbourne. He was up against two other students in the Final and has come out the Winner.

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Alexandra Liacos (11A) (pictured right) who recently competed in the FISAF National Championships for Sport Aerobics. She placed First in Level 4 individual Senior and Level 4 Pair Senior. Alexandra also previously competed in the State Championships for Sport Aerobics and placed Second in Individual Level 4 Senior, First in Pair Level 4 Senior and First in Aerodance/Hip Hop Senior.

Congratulations to the following students who have been selected to play in the Bendigo Junior Braves Squad 2015/2016

Under 12s Lily Harvey (4V), Phoebe Radford (5V), Elise Richards (4V), Jacaila Dettmann (3M), Patrick Byrne (4V), Alex Carr (5M), Joshua Smith (4V), Deakin Bartolo (4M)

Under 14s Angelica Jack (6D), Georgia Cox (5D), Olivia Richards (6D), Jayda Drummond (5V), William Douglass (6V)

Under 16s Kate Douglass (8F), Sophie Shoebridge (8Jo), Levi Geyer (7Je)

Under 18s Reece Wheelhouse (11M)





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96 students from Years 7-10 completed The Premier’s Reading Challenge this year. This is an increase of 6 students compared to last year! Congratulations to these students, and to the other students who participated but just fell short. Keep on reading!

7 Aherne Baelea Collins Bailey Keck Dominique Cox Ethan Shepherd Felix Bickley Jacob Ware Leonard Keats Ellen Anthony Emily Turnbull Ernst Milbret Stella Moss Tess Kelly Will McKinstry

7 Frew Ava Ueno Cabe Walz Lucie Griffin Millie Ovenden Jessica Chandler Stellina Baxter Zoe Hilson

8 MillwardJordan Rogers

8 FrewEmily Earl

YEAR NINEAlicia McGovernElla Fraser Ella Kuchel Georgia Bowen Amelia Fogarty Chaise Priestley Ella Doble Hally Nyhus Sankalpa Gamage Stephanie Brunner Tiahna Agnoletto Lieselotte Connor-Gantinas Olivia Mattiske Ri Zi Chia Tara KellyAleksandra Babovic

YEAR 10Emma Hindson Bailey Stone Hritik John Miranda Knowles Kavindu Hathurusinghe

Oliver Davis Olivia Russell Leo Hams Jordan Barclay Lauren Cox

7 MillwardAvanish Dhaliwal Jessica Iuliano Sei Pailthorpe

7 RileyAnika Weibgen Bridie Hansen Esther Nies Felicity White Emma Greenall Caitlin Bishop Callum McConachy Flynn Black Si Chi Tong Tayla McArthur Lachlan Nemet Jack Garnett Jemma Boromeo

8 RileyAlexi Ginis Ella FisherImogen Handley-Kurzke Grace Whyte

Scarlett Bischoff Mykaela Jones Noah Ashby

7 JenkinChloe Black Dinith Tennakoon Dominic Tune Levi Geyer Mason Conquer Mikhayla OxleyMila Grant Scott Johnson Zahli Drummond Zoe Lillie Peter Shearman Pip Robertson Pranami Gamage Cadi Kuchel Aden Shanahan Blake AgnolettoAlex Murphy

7 JonesAmy Morgan Aliya Noonan Chelsea Dillon Drew Fitzsimmons Eliza GriffithsElla Fletcher Hugo BeggJessica Dalgleish

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Congratulations to the Sandhurst Division Year 8 Table Tennis teams who achieved outstanding results in their recent competition.

Both the Girls’ and Boys’ teams were undefeated for the day. The girls played a seven team round-robin and were the overall winners. The boys played three matches, a Semi and defeated CCB in the Grand Final.

The students were keen and sportsmanlike, and excellent representatives of the school. Mr Paul Green, parent, assisted the students on the day and his support was greatly appreciated.

Sandhurst Junior Table Tennis Abbey Saxon (8F) Kate Douglass (8F) Olivia Russell (7Jo) Emma Spencer (7A) Xavier Green (8A) Zachary Harith Brewer (8R) Isaac Green (8A) Ethan Shepherd (7A)

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Just a reminder there is a change of uniform for Term Four—back to summer! A few items which need review prior to the start of Term Four are:

• Ensure the dresses of the ladies are at the correct length (no more than two centimetres above the ground when kneeling is a good rule of thumb)

• Only Girton white socks for the ladies and Girton blue socks for the gents.

• Hats will need to be worn at all times when at Recess, Lunch and all outside activities (Sun Smart)

• Shoes need to be serviceable and polished please. Some may even need to be replaced, given the condition of some I’ve seen

• Hair for ladies needs to be pulled back and completely out of the face; hair for gents cannot touch the top of the collar and must be out of the face, with no ponytails or knots permitted

Senior school parents were sent a letter on 14 September; please refer to this for more information.

Mr Tim Schofield Operations and Student Standards Manager

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FROM THE REPORTS DEPARTMENT

Junior and Senior School - Term Three Reports The Term Three Reports will be published electronically to the Parent Portal by the end of the term. An email will be sent to parents when they are available.

Senior School - Term Three Reports The Term Three Reports were published electronically to the Parent Portal on Friday 4th September and an email was sent to parents.

Unit 3/4 VCE Reports In Term Three there were two rounds of VCE reports. Round 5 was processed on the 24th July and Round 6 was processed on the 28th August to the Parent Portal. In Term Four the final round (Round 7) is expected to be published electronically to the Parent Portal by the end of Week 2.

Accessing Reports on the Parent Portal You can access your child’s Report via the Girton Grammar Website. (“Parent Access”) tab.

http://www.girton.vic.edu.au

When you have accessed the Parent Portal (First select your child’s name, right of screen), select the appropriate tab called “Docs” and the Reports will be under the subheading of Academic Reports.

You can also use the link below to go directly to your login screen: http://parent.girton.vic.edu.au

If you are having trouble accessing the Parent Portal or need login details please contact the Reports Administrators via Reception. You can also email the Reports Administrators directly.

Email and Mailing Contact details An email is sent to parents from the Reports Administrators, notifying them when reports are available on the Parent Portal. Please contact Reception if you need to update your current email or mailing address.

Reporting Overview For information on reports for both Junior and Senior School please refer to the Girton Grammar School website http://www.girton.vic.edu.au via the “Curriculum” tab.

Mr Rod Smith (Head of Senior School Reporting and Assessment) Mr John Gibbs (Head of Junior School Curriculum Organisation) Mrs Heather Waterston (Senior School Reports Administrator) Mrs Debbie Hansen (Junior School Reports Administrator, Junior and Senior Instrumental Reports Administrator)



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As John Steinbeck, Nobel Laureate in Literature, wrote: “No man really knows about other human beings. The best he can do is to suppose that they are like himself.”

Getting to know another person, especially one from a different culture, can be exciting, challenging, and has its unique benefits. Department of Education-registered Southern Cross Cultural Exchange is providing a unique experience to help your children and family learn through bridging cultures, grow closer with one another, understand one another better and see the world in a new light.

International exchange students from France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Finland, Denmark and Sweden are arriving in Australia to live as a local with volunteer Australian families and attend a local secondary school. The students, aged 15 – 17, arrive from February 2016 for 3, 5, or 10 months and are fully insured, with their own pocket money. If you have a spare room or bed, and a place at the family table, why not be the “heart” of cultural exchange by becoming a volunteer host family?

Expand your world for the whole family – all without any air tickets. Call S.C.C.E. now on 1800 500 501 or email [email protected] or visit www.scce.com.au and ask for our incoming student profiles, choose the nationality you prefer, and start having fun matching up your hobbies and interests.

Capture the spirit of fun and friendship, and build your global cultural network. After all, it is different cultures that make the world go ‘round at the end of the day.


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Who are these Japanese Leadership students? These students are handpicked by the Japanese government as part of a national leadership campaign. They have exceptional qualities, positive attitude and they are high achieving in their studies. The students will attend a local secondary school and pay their own school fees and uniform expenses. The students will arrive with their own spending money and comprehensive insurance cover, all arranged by Southern Cross Cultural Exchange.

When do the students arrive into Australia? They will all arrive Friday, 29th January 2016

These Japanese leadership students wish to share family life to: obtain firsthand knowledge about Australian cultural values improve language skills develop their personal tolerance of different values understand other people and cultures, thereby understanding themselves and their own

culture better

Can you see yourself being part of this great adventure of volunteering to host a Japanese leadership exchange student arriving in late January 2016 through Southern Cross Cultural Exchange? Prepare to be amazed at the way this unique and rewarding opportunity helps your family to become closer, to understand themselves better and to see the world in a new light. To become part of a global friendship campaign, visit our website www.scce.com.au email [email protected] or contact Inga Hoeltz (Program Coordinator at S.C.C.E.) toll free on 1800 500 501.



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Ulumbarra Theatre, Bendigo

Registration 6pm for a 6.30pm start

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The 2015 National Clubs Gymnastics Carnival and Australian Aerobics

Gymnastics Championships are coming to Bendigo!

From the 17-27th of September be prepared to be entertained by the

explosive fusion of fun and athleticism on show at Bendigo Stadium and Ulumbarra

Theatre.

Bendigo Stadium Premium Sessions:

Men’s Artistic Gymnastics World Championship Trials at 7pm Sat 19th

Trampoline World Championship Trials at 2.30pm on Sat 26th

Ulumbarra Theatre Premium Sessions:

Aerobic Gymnastics Finals at 4.30pm on Sat 19th

1400 athletes from around Australia will be descending on Bendigo, and with tickets

starting from $11 for concession and $38.50 for families, this festival of

gymnastics is not to be missed!

For a full schedule of events and to purchase tickets visit:

www.gymnastics.org.au/tickets

See you there!

Bendigo Little Athletics Season 2015/16

Little Athletics involves track and field events for children of all abilities ages between 5 and 15 held Saturday mornings and some Friday nights beginning on Friday 9th & Saturday 10th October at the Athletics Track, Retreat Road, Flora Hill.

Registration is on-line at www.lavic.com.au . Early bird fee is $100.00 prior to September 30th. From October 1 the full fee is $130.00. PIck-up of registration pack and number patch is Wednesday 7th October 4-6pm.

For more detailed information visit www.bendigolac.org.au or email [email protected].


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Pasties ............... $4.00Sausage Rolls (Large) ............... $2.50 Roll SandwichParty Pies ............... $1.00 Ham & Cheese ............... $5.00 ...... $4.70Hot Chicken Rolls ............... $5.50 Tomato ............... $3.20 ...... $3.00Party Quiche ............... $1.30 Tomato & Cheese ............... $3.80 ...... $3.20Mini Hawaiian Pizza ............... $3.00 Cheese ............... $3.50 ...... $3.20Ham & Cheese Croissant ............... $3.50 Chicken ............... $5.50 ...... $5.00Chicken Nuggets ............... $0.60 Chicken & Salad ............... $6.00 ...... $5.50Potato Pie (Large) ............... $4.50 Egg ............... $3.50 ...... $3.20Vegetarian Pastie ............... $4.50 Virginian Ham ............... $4.80 ...... $4.50Homemade Egg & Bacon Pie ............... $3.00 Ham & Salad ............... $5.50 ...... $5.00Chicken & Leek Pie ............... $4.50 Salad ............... $4.50 ...... $4.20Quiche Lorraine ............... $4.50 Roast Beef ............... $4.80 ...... $4.50Spinach (Veg) & Cheese Quiche ............... $4.50 Roast Beef & Salad ............... $5.50 ...... $5.00

Honey ............... $3.00 ...... $2.50Vegemite ............... $3.00 ...... $2.50Tuna ............... $4.50 ...... $4.20

Fruit Salad ............... $4.00 Tuna & Salad ............... $4.80 ...... $4.50Garlic or Herb Bread ............... $2.50Hamburgers ............... $5.00Hot Dogs ............... $3.00 ...... $1.00Vegie Patties ............... $5.50 ...... $0.50Dim Sims ............... $1.00Hash Brown ............... $1.00Chicken Schnitzel ............... $5.50 Fresh Seasonal Fruit ............... $1.50Focaccia ............... $6.50 Yoghurt ............... $2.00(Chicken, Avocado & Camembert) Home Made Cookies ............... $1.50Baked Potato ............... $5.00 Vanilla Slice ............... $3.00(Coleslaw, Cheese & Sour Cream) Hedgehog Slice ............... $3.00Pasta Bolognese (Small) ............... $4.00 Mud Cakes/Muffins ............... $3.00Pasta Bolognese (Large) ............... $6.50 Muesli Bars ............... $1.00Gluten Free Pasta (Small) ............... $4.50 Roll Ups ............... $1.00Gluten Free Pasta (Large) ............... $7.00 Iced Donuts (Small) ............... $1.50Chicken Tender Wrap ............... $6.50 Cinnamon Donuts ............... $1.50

Caramel Slice ............... $3.00Peppermint Slice ............... $3.00

Paddle Pop Thickshake ............... $2.00 Jam Donut ............... $1.50Paddle Pop ............... $1.30Magnum ............... $3.60Mini Calippo Frost ............... $1.00 Flavoured Milk (Large) ............... $4.00Sunny Boy ............... $1.20 Flavoured Milk (Small) ............... $3.00Zooper Dooper ............... $0.60 Fruit Box ............... $1.50Cruncha ............... $1.20 Still Mineral Water ............... $2.50Frozen Yoghurt ............... $2.50 100% Apple Juice ............... $3.00Icy Twist ............... $1.00 100% Orange Juice ............... $3.00Cyclone ............... $2.00 Gatorade ............... $4.00Slushy ............... $2.00 Iced Tea ............... $4.00Zing Zing ............... $1.00 Nippies ............... $3.00Moozie ............... $1.00

DRINKS

Avocado, Sun Dried Tomatoes, CapsicumTomato Sauce, Mayonnaise, Mustard

DELICIOUS EXTRAS

March 2015

ICY POLES

SANDWICHES AND ROLLS(Please state if White or Multigrain bread is required)

Multigrain 50c extra - Toasted 50c extra

EXTRAS

ROOM 4A - CANTEEN MENU 2015

Please write name, class and order on an envelope, enclose money and place in the lunch box in the classroom.

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BENDIGO COACHLINES IS PROVIDING A DEDICATED BUS SERVICE TO OUR STUDENTS LIVING IN SPRING GULLY, STRATHDALE AND STRATHFIELDSAYE.The cost of this service is $3.00 per trip and $1.50 for siblings.

Please call Bendigo Coachlines on 5446 3144 for more information.

REMINDER – DEECD COUNTRY BUS TRAVELLERS ON THE LAST DAY OF TERM.DEECD Country Buses will not be available to take Girton students home on the afternoon of Friday 18th September.Please make alternative after school travel arrangements on this day. The Castlemaine, Kyneton and dedicated buses will run as normal.

Strathfieldsaye Rd & Saxby Drive 7:51Strathfieldsaye - IGA 7:55Lawrence & Sinclairs Roads 7:58McIvor Highway & Reservoir Road 8:05Cousins & Harley Streets 8:07Harley & Butcher Streets 8:09Harley Street & Landale Drive 8:10Condon Street & Marnie Road 8:12Retreat Road & Keogh Drive 8:14Retreat Road & Kristy Drive 8:15Spring Gully Reserve 8:17Girton Grammar - Junior (Don Street) 8:25

Girton Grammar - Junior (Don Street) 3:50Spring Gully Reserve 3:58Retreat Road & Kristy Drive 4:00Retreat Road & Keogh Drive 4:02Condon Street & Marnie Road 4:04Harley Street & Landale Drive 4:06Harley & Butcher Streets 4:07Cousins & Harley Streets 4:09McIvor Highway & Reservoir Road 4:11Lawrence & Sinclairs Roads 4:18Strathfieldsaye - IGA 4:20Strathfieldsaye Rd & Saxby Drive 4:24

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Route details – Maryborough to Bendigo via Dunolly

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Maryborough 705 1720Dunolly 725 1700Laanecoorie 735 1650Hazeldene’s 800 1625Marong 810 1615Marist College 825 1600Bendigo RS 835 1550BRIT – McCrae St 845 1540La Trobe Uni 855 1530

Distance Annual Term Weekly Daily Single< 10.00 $1,075.00 $295.60 $29.50 $6.00 $3.3010 to 15 $1,315.00 $361.60 $36.10 $7.30 $4.0015 to 20 $1,553.00 $427.10 $42.70 $8.60 $4.7020 to 25 $1,793.00 $493.10 $49.30 $10.00 $5.5025 to 30 $2,031.00 $558.50 $55.80 $11.30 $6.2030 to 35 $2,271.00 $624.50 $62.40 $12.70 $7.00

>35 $2,511.00 $690.50 $69.00 $14.00 $7.70

The service will depart the Maryborough Railway Station bus stop and provide access to the following locations en-route to Bendigo, Maryborough CBD, Whirakee Rise Estate, Bet Bet, Dunolly, Laanecoorie and Marong. Destinations will include Hazeldene’s (Calder Alternative Highway), Marist College, Bendigo Railway Station, Bendigo Senior Secondary, Girton Grammar, Bendigo TAFE & La Trobe Uni, other destinations including Bendigo Health can be accommodated in the timetable.

For further information please contact Bendigo Coachlines on Ph. 5446 7018 or email [email protected]

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