Over the break, I read with great interest that there is now a national day to celebrate your neighbour. Whilst it would be easy to laugh at the notion of a National Neighbour Day, there is also a deep sadness that attaches itself to the occasion – the fact that we now need a day a year to try to build relationships with our neighbours.

Loneliness is an epidemic around the world. Although, we are surrounded by people, there is also a seeded emptiness of others not truly knowing who we are at our core, and how we are doing.

Mother Teresa recognised this many years ago when she said, ‘loneliness and the feeling of being unwanted is the most terrible poverty.’ It is for reasons such as these that three of our core values at Nudgee College are community, authenticity and justice.

We have an amazing opportunity at Nudgee College to be known as a College committed to building community with others through loving, respectful relationships. It is our hope and desire that every young person at in our community would experience this love every single day from their teachers and peers, invoking the courage within themselves to live truly loving lives and become, as our motto states, a “Sign of Faith.”

Last term, my Religion and Ethics class spent time discussing the Parable of the Good Samaritan. The parable tells us that all people are in fact our neighbours, and that we are to show love, respect, kindness and forgiveness to all people. If we can teach our boys to have this attitude and then, in turn, work to ensure the rest of our community are living out these truths, we could really call ourselves an inclusive community. Therefore, although National Neighbour Day may have passed, I would encourage our community to continue to make loving thy neighbour a regular way of life.

Speaking with our Year 12s at the start of the new term, I reminded them that Monday to Friday is always the main game at the College. Term 3 is full of various distractions.  I can be just as guilty as the boys in allowing my enjoyment of the weekend to play too great a role in College life.  It is important that we do not overemphasise its importance and that collectively we focus on our studies and commitment to the rigours of a good study plan. This message is just as important for all boys across the College, not just the Year 12s.

Finally, on the topic of community, thank you to everyone who supported our boys last weekend for our first home rugby and basketball games of the season. There were so many highlights from the weekend - probably too many to list.  Like most who enjoy their rugby, I marvelled at the courage and heart displayed by the First XV in the last 15 minutes, to hold on for a win. It was an amazing day all round.

Looking forward, we have another major community event on Sunday with our annual Long Lunch.  Only five years ago, we started with 250 people and a Deputy Principal who said the concept would struggle to get off the ground.  I write this with egg all over my face now.  We are hosting 1500 people on Sunday.  Simply mind blowing and a true indication of where we sit as a community - together and proud.  I hope those coming have a great afternoon.

Mr David Johnston 

Acting Principal

New Prefect Model in 2022

Leadership is not about personality; it is about behaviour—an observable set of skills and abilities (Kouses and Posner, “The Leadership Challenge”)

Last Friday, we had a Year 11 Assembly to launch the process of selecting the College Student Leaders for 2022.

At that launch, a context was given to what student leadership means at Nudgee College for Senior Students. Mr Stephen Meara led a ritual to commence our process. Significantly, the roles for 2022 were advertised, and this year sees an expansion of Prefect opportunities beyond House and Boarding Prefects. This follows a two-year process of review and discussion looking at models from other schools, models over a 30 years history of the College, an acknowledgment of the size and talents of the student population and the College’s strategic directions.

The positions for next year are listed below.

• College Captain
• 2x Vice Captains (General Duties) team of 3 with College Captain
• 15 Committee Prefects made up of -
• 3 x Identity (Liturgy/Faith, Social Justice, Sustainability, Equity possibly represented)
• 3 x Studies (ATAR and Work And Further Study, WAFS)
• 3 x Community (Well-being, Community and Spirit)
• 3 x Arts
• 3 x Sport

27 House Prefects - 3 x 9 Houses

• 3 x Boarding Prefects - one per Senior House

48 Positions from 265 students

These roles were explained. The skills required and types of students for the roles were discussed. The process of application was explained. All boys are encouraged to apply if they feel they can be a Prefect in their Senior Year.

The process acknowledges that our Year 11 students are young adults. It mirrors that of a genuine employment process. Boys will need to write a covering letter and produce a simple CV which they will attach electronically to a College link. They will be interviewed and make a simple presentation. A discernment process will follow. It is a thorough and professional process.

We are so blessed with so many outstanding young men. If previous years are any guide, up to 50% (or more) of the cohort will apply for leadership positions. This is exciting and encouraging. However, for all of our wonderful young men, there are only so many jobs - even with this expansion of roles. Some who apply may miss out on some of these roles, but will still genuinely be a leader as a Senior student; in PC, on the buses, for sports teams, in cultural activities, in boarding houses, etc. As Mr Peter Fullagar often says to our Year 11s: he has missed out on far more promotional positions in his career for which he has applied, than he has been successful. I am certainly similar. In taking the exciting risk of putting yourself forward, it is expected that there may be the disappointment of not being successful. If that risk is too much to possibly accept, it is better not to apply.

We look forward to the process ahead and all the possibilities of leadership for the Senior class of 2022.

For boys in younger grades - how might all of our boys from Years 5 to 12 illustrate leadership?

• ‘Model the way’ in your relationships with other boys and staff, and in how you ‘carry yourself’ in everything you do.
• Ask their PC Tutor how they might help the group.
• Regardless of academic ability get 100% “G” for “Good” in all subjects on their Report Card, i.e. do your best whatever your ability.
• Thank teachers or coaches each day.
• Join our social justice groups and get involved in something each term.
• Participate in many College Activities - actually be in team with others often. Building relationships while doing so.
• Be present, looking your best, at many College events supporting your peers - not just the popular events.
• Be inclusive of students who seem to have fewer mates than themselves
• Do the Duke of Edinburgh program if you are in Year 9 or above.
• Captain a sports team or lead a cultural activity.
• Focus on getting to know the name and a bit of the story of everyone in their own year level - be the ‘friendliest guy in the room’. 
• Support your House Charity with action.
• Ask to be an Altar Server or Eucharistic Minister if old enough and Catholic
• Ask their House Dean - how I can help my House?
• Be part of a unified team in pursuit of positive common goals, BUT never be part of a ‘mob’ because by definition, your membership of such means you are a follower not a leader.
• Be a Signum Fidei: sign of faith in everyday life at Nudgee College - a person of humility, respect, courage, collaboration, justice and someone who is getting the most from their liberating education.
• Actively think in each context in which they are - how can I be a leading person in this ‘space’.

If all of our young men were trying the above strategies, regardless of age, the College would be even more special than it is now. It is our hope that as our College men walk their path they are learning leadership skills and seeing leadership in action; it is just as much a deliberate part of the curriculum as Maths, Science and English.

Mr Peter Todd

Deputy Principal

NUDGEE LONG LUNCH - Sunday August 1,  12pm- 6pm

We are so excited and cant wait to welcome you all on Sunday to Wilkes Oval at 12 Noon to our very special 5th Nudgee Long Lunch. 

On Saturday, all table captains will receive their table allocation via email and we ask you to please kindly share with all your table guests so they can easily find you on Sunday. Please note that table requests are now closed.

As we spend the next few days setting up for you for the weekend, Nudgee Long Lunch emails wont be able to be responded to so please refer to your info letter that was sent to all table captains for all information.  Further details can also be found over the weekend @nudgeelonglunch on instagram. 

THIS IS CATHOLIC EDUCATION WEEK

Catholic Education Week is celebrated annually in Week 3 of Term 3.  Catholic Education Week is an opportunity for all 309 Catholic schools in Queensland to celebrate and promote their distinctive spirit and ethos.  Let us pray for the Catholic community in Queensland and its mission -  striving to make a difference in the lives of those in our schools and in the wider community by challenging young people to live out the message of Jesus and to reach their full potential as compassionate, contributing, life-giving members of society.

Lord, God of all Creation,

As we celebrate the great gift that is Catholic Education in Queensland,

we give thanks for the many ways You walked beside us, comforted and inspired us.

In embracing our Spirited Tomorrow, we also rejoice in the knowledge that our stories

are woven into the Spirit that flows through all our faith-filled communities.

As we look towards new horizons, may we walk boldly forward, together in hope,

trusting in the plans you have for us.

We make this prayer in Jesus’ name. 

ALL:    AMEN

Live Jesus in our Hearts …

ALL:    FOREVER!

Mr Stephen Meara 

Dean of Identity

Business Education Faculty teacher biographies

The teaching staff at Nudgee College includes many dedicated professionals. Please see below for biographies of the teachers of the Business Education Faculty. 

Mrs Julianne Daunt, House Dean of Magee House

Julianne has tertiary qualifications in English Literature, Modern and Ancient History and Social Sciences. She has completed a Masters of Education (Leadership and Religious Education) and a Masters of Clinical Counselling. She has taught in both co-educational and single sex Catholic schools. Julianne has taught at the College for 12 years in the areas of Legal Studies, English and English Literature. She also fulfils various QCAA roles such as external exam marker (Legal Studies) and lead confirmer (English).

Mrs Kate Fraikin CA

Kate has tertiary qualifications in Business (majoring in Accounting) and Education. She is a member of the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand. Prior to teaching, Kate worked as a Financial Accountant and Finance Advisor for Shell International Trading and Shipping Ltd in London for six years, in the area of financial derivatives. Previously, she worked for the UK Government as a forensic accountant and as an auditor in Brisbane for a medium sized practice. She is a director and part owner of a coffee company based on the Sunshine Coast. Kate’s main teaching areas are Business and Accounting.

Mr David Fraser, Head of Faculty of Business Education

David has tertiary studies in Economics, Government, Strategic Studies and Education. Prior to teaching, he worked for government and in a range of small businesses. He has taught at the College for more than 25 years, across curriculums with a focus primarily in Economics and Legal Studies. As well as being a teacher, he also actively serves as an infantry officer in the Australian Army Reserve.

Mr George Goves, Subject Coordinator Certificate II, III and Diploma Business

George has tertiary studies in Business (Human Resource Management), Arts (Psychology) and Education. He has taught in co-educational and all boys’ schools in Townsville, London and Brisbane. George recently finished four years in Cotter Boarding House as a Senior Supervisor. He teaches senior Business and Certificate III Business, oversees the Business Diploma and has a QCAA role as an external marker in Business. This is George’s twenty-third year of teaching and his seventh year at Nudgee College.

Mr Paul Kehoe, House Dean of McKenna House

Paul has tertiary studies in Business (Marketing And Public Relations), Commerce, Counselling and Education. Prior to working in education, Paul worked at News Corporation, Astrazeneca Pharmaceuticals and a range of small businesses. Paul has taught at Nudgee College for eight years in the areas of Business, Study of Religion, STEM and Physical Education.

Mrs Robyn Mann, House Dean of Shaw House

Robyn has tertiary studies in Political Science, Anthropology, Asian Studies and Education. She has taught in both co-educational and single sex Catholic schools in Sydney and Brisbane. While teaching in Sydney, Robyn was also a HSC external marker for Ancient History and Economics.  Robyn owned and operated a childcare centre for seven years in Brisbane.  She has been teaching for 25 years and 17 of those at Nudgee College. Robyn’s teaching areas are Economics, English, Geography, Legal Studies, Japanese and Ancient History.

Mr CJ Massingale, Basketball Director

CJ has a (USA) major in Sociology and a minor in Criminal Justice along with (Australian) tertiary studies in Education. Prior to teaching CJ played professional basketball in various countries before settling in Australia. He has taught in both Lutheran and Catholic schools here in Australia and in the state sector in the United States. CJ’s main teaching areas include Legal Studies, Economics, Business, Humanities and Religion.

Mr Ken Mitchell, Head of the Hodda Boarding House

Ken has a Bachelor of Economics, Graduate Diploma in Education and a Master of Educational Leadership. He began teaching at the College in 2001. Prior to Nudgee College, Ken worked at Waverley College in Sydney where he was also a HSC Economics marker. His subjects include Economics, RE, Law, and SOR.

Mr Michael Phillips, Subject Coordinator Business and Accounting

Michael has tertiary studies in Business (hospitality management) and Education. Prior to teaching, he worked in a variety of managerial positions in tourism (island resorts), hospitality (hotels), and retail (supermarkets and pharmacy). Michael has taught for more than two decades in co-educational and single sex Catholic schools. He has taught at Nudgee College for seven years in the areas of Accounting and Business.

Mr Sam Proctor

Sam has tertiary education in Business, Event Management, Education and Vocational Education. Prior to teaching, he worked in small and large business enterprises. For seven years, he owned and operated a firm that manufactured surfboards. He then worked in marketing for seven years for Australia’s largest healthcare supplier. Sam has taught in both the state and private education sector. Sam’s main teaching areas include Business, Economics and Certificate of Business.

Mr Andrew Scotney

Andrew has tertiary qualifications in Education. He has been teaching at Nudgee College for five years in the areas of Maths, Business/Accounting and Physical Education. This is his second stint in education after earlier teaching for seven years across a variety of schools in Brisbane.  Andrew is also the College’s 1st XV Rugby Coach and has previously played and coached at a professional level in Australia, Italy and Japan. 

Ms Dee Tyrrell, Director of Pathways

Dee has qualifications in Business (majoring in Accounting) and Economics in addition to Education. She is currently studying her Masters in Educational Studies (Careers, Guidance and Counselling). She worked in the financial services industry for 16 years before joining education 12 years ago. Dee has been at the College for two years and in addition to teaching the Business certificate courses, she oversees the RTO Management, careers education and other pathways issues within the Learning and Teaching team at Nudgee College.

Ms Tara Townsend

Tara has tertiary education in Business, Exercise Science and Education. Prior to teaching, she worked as a program manager for a pain rehabilitation service which aimed to provide patients with strategies to deal with their chronic pain and return to a more functional life. Tara has been teaching at Nudgee College for nine years in the areas of Business/Accounting and Physical Education. During her time at the College, Tara has also been involved in the rowing program and has previously been a member of the Australian Rowing Team, winning multiple world titles. 

WHITECARD COURSE NOW ON SCOPE AT NUDGEE COLLEGE

The Construction staff in the Connors Centre for Industry Skills and Training have spent the last few months working to develop resources for the CPCCCWHS1001 - Prepare to work safely in the construction industry. This mandatory section of the Certificate I Construction course allows students to be able to enter construction sites within Queensland.

Late last term, students studying both Engineering and Construction had the opportunity to experience the implementation of the new course by the staff. It included both theory training, practical training and assessment through practical demonstrations and verbal questioning.

The boys underwent the training, which has a minimum course requirement of six hours and conducted themselves extremely well. I want to thank Mr Mark Rieken for his help in teaching sections of the course on the day. I would also like to extend our appreciation to Ms Lyon and Mrs Morley for their behind the scenes work with organising documents and certificates through WorkSafe Queensland and their support in allowing us to implement the course so that Nudgee College is now able to deliver this unit into the future.

Mr Trent Palmer

Head of Faculty Trade Training Centre

Tonight, we have our annual Boarders Christmas in July dinner. We are using the new marquee this time in the Edward Rice Mall for a different experience than previous dinners. The boys no doubt will look great in their crisp uniforms and the marquee has been transformed into a Christmas wonderland by our events team: Larissa Patti, Raoul Carmody and their team of eleven helpers as well as our House mums Tracey Hoffman, Gaby Morrison, Kym Wissemann and Denise Johnson. A heartfelt thank you to you all for making it a magical evening for the boys and staff in attendance. With our boarding houses now just over 300, this is the first formal occasion for a number of boys who have just joined us in Boarding this term.

Thank you to Basil Nolan who is the Master of Ceremonies for the evening, and to Kai Combarngo and Atticus Johnston who assisting with the Acknowledgement of Country and Grace. Whilst the event is certainly designed to be a relaxed evening with some light-hearted entertainment; there was still some formality within the evening.

A small section of the speech:

Nudgee College (and in particular our Boarding community) prides itself on living out the touchstone of “Inclusive Community”. As brothers and sisters, we are a community whereby a person’s background, race, religion, sexuality, gender, age, economic background are not taken into consideration. What we look for is the person next to us, living the same Blue and White journey, learning from each other, and embracing the values of what is on our chest 'Signum Fidei', a sign of faith.

‘Unquestioned acceptance’ means a willingness to allow others to do or say what they want without criticizing them. It is a quality which enables one to accept the presence of others, regardless of your opinions or differences.

I leave you to collectively think about the following:

What does inclusivity and respect mean to you right now at this very moment?

What do you want inclusivity and respect to look like within this community?

Key question: Once we identify, what it looks like? How do we get there?

Tonight, I have tasked each house with coming up with a performance and we were pleasantly surprised with the level of enthusiasm and creativity some of the boys had to create entertaining performances.

Health Centre Protocols on testing for COVID-19

Most importantly, a reminder that our current COVID-Safe plan with QLD Health (which ensures we can open at full capacity) states that any boarder who presents with any symptoms related to COVID-19 MUST be sent for testing and quarantined whilst waiting for the test result.

Please note: that our Health centre is consistently at full capacity to cater for boys under quarantine conditions. Families that live close to Nudgee are asked to have their son return home during this period to ensure we can cater for the high number of boys being tested and quarantined during this typical flu season.

Mr Sean Toovey

Dean of Boarding

Basketball

A solid round for the program as we had plenty of wins across the board. Our A and B teams were able to secure a few victories that would have seen a different result in years passed.  

The 1st V let a game slip away that could have been a solid win for the boys. Inexperience play and foul trouble became an issue as the game played out. Jed Richardson continues to be the catalyst of the team whilst Mason Davis displayed some very strong play despite still not being 100%. The boys will hit the road for round 2 travelling to TGS seeking their first win of the season. 

The 9A team is developing to be a very strong side coached by Andrew Hook. With 1st V player Tyson Warren and Rylan Carlisle leading the way, the boy have a well rounded squad. After dropping a very tough match versus BSHS last round the boys were able to bounce back quite well. 

Please support those who support us!

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Mr CJ Massingale

Basketball Director

Rugby

We’ve had an exciting and eventful start to the GPS rugby season over the first two weeks, with our season launch, U11/ U12 Gala day on the Flats, Round 1 against BSHS; and last weekend’s first Home Game of the season against BBC. I’m sure we would have blown up a few heart rate monitors in the final few minutes of the 1st XV match last Saturday and I don’t think it’s healthy to put ourselves through that emotional rollercoaster every week. What a day though! It was so good to have the whole community back together enjoying schoolboy rugby at its best. The fields looked amazing, the weather was perfect, stands were packed, and every Nudgee College team was at their best. We had an incredible day in terms of results, winning every single game against BBC, and a total of 34/37 Round 2 fixtures. 

Some other highlights from Round 1 & Round 2:

• hosting 51 teams on the flats for the U11 & U12 Gala Day, which included the presence of 25 QLD Reds players!
• the community gathered for the Season Launch at Tierney, which included rides, games, 1st XV squad announcement and the U11 Welcome to NC Rugby 
• The Post match function hosted by the RSG. Lots of smiling faces!
• Full grandstand cheering all the way to fulltime in the 1st XV game against BBC
• Bringing the Halley Appleby trophy back to Nudgee College

RUGBY SUPPORT GROUP

A huge thanks to our RSG for the amazing work done executing the Season Launch, U11 & U12 Gala Day, and then our first Home game. All events were extremely successful and provided our boys, particularly our newest members of the rugby community, with an epic experience which will no doubt be one of the highlights of the season.

The RSG needs help each week with the Flats BBQ. We will target an Age group each week to assist. Keep an eye on your email during the season and please add your name to the roster if you can assist.

Specialist Training Sessions Wednesday mornings 

We are excited to offer the weekly Wednesday morning Specialist sessions to all players, 6:30 to 7:30am on Wilkes Oval.

Reds players Alex Mafi & Dane Zander are working with our front rowers; Reds outside back, Joshua Flook, is working with our outside backs; Rebels Scrumhalf, Bobby Tuttle, is with our goal kickers; and Scott Gale is with our halfbacks. ICONZ rugby are running the tackle & passing schools.

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Rugby Luncheon

There are still tables available at the St Joseph’s Rugby Luncheon. This is tracking to be the biggest luncheon yet. Bookings here: https://straight2.eventsair.com/2021-st-josephs-college-rugby-lunch/table-bookings/Site/Register

Mr Sean Graham 

Rugby Director 

The Locker Room

Nudgee College White Long Sleeve Formal Shirts - EXCHANGE

A recent batch of Nudgee College White Shirts had a manufacturing fault. The Nudgee College Crest is located on the pocket (incorrect) when it should be located above the pocket (correct). We have been waiting for the correct White Shirts to arrive. 

Could you please check your White Formal Shirts. If you have the incorrect shirt/s please bring them to the Locker Room and we will give you new replacement/s. Eg. If you have 3 incorrect shirts Size 20, we will give you 3 correct shirts Size 20. No receipt required. It’s a simple swap. 

Please note: We can only exchange for the same size. Please bring in your incorrect shirts/s. 

Incorrect white formal shirt below

Dimensions 

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