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Friday, 08 Dec 2023

Be the Light at Christmas
During winter I had to say goodbye to my beautiful mum. I spent several weeks with her as she slowly slipped away. During those precious days and weeks there was a constant stream of people who came to visit from near and far. At a time when I was overcome...
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Friday, 08 Dec 2023

Salvation Army Food Drive
Thank you to all the families who donated to the Salvation Army Food Drive. Your generosity will support and bring joy to many less fortunate families this Christmas.
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Friday, 08 Dec 2023

Secondary Basketball Nationals
Last week 185 teams with a total of over 2,000 students from around Australia descended on the Gold Coast to participate in the Australian School Basketball Championships. Avondale School entered 6 teams with 57 students from Year 7 through to 12. Our students have been training throughout the year and...
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Friday, 08 Dec 2023

Year 4 Aussie Day
Year 4 celebrated Aussie Day last week to conclude their Geography unit on Australia. They participated in lots of activities that included sack racing, dunny relay, thong tossing, line dancing, baking ANZAC biscuits and a game of AFL. The students had a sausage sizzle at lunchtime followed by a game...
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Friday, 01 Dec 2023

Positive Alternatives
A group of 23 Year 12 students chose the positive alternative Service Trip that Avondale School provides rather than taking part in a traditional ‘Schoolies’. Even though it meant they had to meet at school at the unearthly hour of 3.15am to head off to the airport for their service...
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Friday, 01 Dec 2023

Kindy Concert
We are so proud of our Kindy cast and crew! What a fantastic concert on Wednesday night in the 19th consecutive We Are His Treasure Christmas Concert, showing their love of Jesus through the true meaning of Christmas.
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Friday, 01 Dec 2023

Year 6 E Day
Our Year 6 students turned $15 into vibrant businesses during E-Business Day, showcasing remarkable creativity and entrepreneurial skills. From crafting innovative products to offering unique services, each venture reflected the ingenuity and passion of our young minds. With 10 E-Dollars per Primary student, the day was an immersive experience in...
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Friday, 01 Dec 2023

Year 8 Medieval Day
On November 23, the Year 8 classes all came together in a combined Creative Arts and History Medieval Day. Both classes have been learning about Medieval Europe throughout the year. Even though it was a little bit rainy, the students were actively engaged and got involved with every activity, which...
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Friday, 01 Dec 2023

Year 5 Laser Cup Challenge
In the Laser Cup Challenge, Year 5 students showcased their creativity and engineering skills by crafting their own laser cut cars! The event not only emphasised scientific principles but also nurtured resilience and adaptability as students encountered and resolved obstacles throughout the design and testing phases. The competition fostered a...
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