Canterbury Rock School | Award-Winning Composer Marty Hailey Visit: Photos & Event Wrap
Canterbury Rock School | Award-Winning Composer Marty Hailey Visit: Photos & Event Wrap
Award-winning composer Mr Marty Hailey, visited our Canterbury Rock School last Friday afternoon, giving our students the opportunity to work with someone who has operated at a very high level in the international music industry for over 20 years.
Marty discussed his wide range of experiences as a performer, music producer and composer - working all over the world including - West End, Broadway and Las Vegas.
Students posed lots of questions as Marty discussed the roles each player has in a band, how developing technology is shaping the future of the music industry, and pathways into building long-lasting careers in music.
He even played a few songs on guitar, with the support of our very own Junior School Teacher Mr Jonathan Wheatley on drum kit, as they reminisced about their younger days playing in the same band!
Marty then went around to listen to each of our Rock School bands, giving them advice and tips for their upcoming performances.
It was an extremely valuable experience for all who were involved.
Thank you Marty and... Rock On! 🤟🎸😎
More photos from Marty's visit can be found HERE.
REMINDER: Taipan Tutors Tuesday Club | 7:30am - 8:15am, THIS Tuesday 21 February (Every Tuesday Morning In-Term)
REMINDER: Taipan Tutors Tuesday Club | 7:30am - 8:15am, THIS Tuesday 21 February (Every Tuesday Morning In-Term)
Dear Students, Parents and Carers,
What: Taipan Tutors Tuesday Club.
When: 7:30am - 8:15am, THIS Tuesday 21 February 2023 (Every Tuesday Morning In-Term).
Where: Secondary Library Digital Hub - Please enter through the lower library doors.
Who: Open invitation for ANY Years 7-12 Secondary Student to come and join us.
Hosts: Mr Tory Mills, Mr Jason Baber, some Taipan Tutors, and some Learning Support Staff.
Whether you want to allocate some time for doing homework, exploring extension opportunities, getting help with any subjects, or collaborating with your peers - ALL are welcome!
This will be a rich learning environment, where the focus is on extending our understanding - irrespective of if you are a high achieving student or a student who is finding something challenging.
This study group is FOR EVERYBODY OF EVERY ACADEMIC ABILITY!
Mr Mills, Mr Baber, some Taipan Tutors and some Learning Support Staff will all be there to offer their skills and assistance.
Looking forward to seeing more students there to share their love of learning, and to show compassion and respect for each other's learning journey!
Mr Tory Mills
Assistant Head of Secondary School (Years 10-12)
Term One Week 4 | Junior School Weekly Wrap Up
Term One Week 4 | Junior School Weekly Wrap Up
Dear Parents and Carers,
We have enjoyed another great week in the Junior School.
Our top swimmers participated in the Pacific District Swimming Carnival on Monday, and our Year 6 students from Becket, Goldsworthy, Cranmer and Kime enjoyed a catered breakfast in the Secondary School getting to know their Heads of House.
Temple and Ramsey will head up next Thursday.
Our classrooms were opened up one morning each this week, providing an opportunity for students to show their parents around the space and their learning.
Who Is Who In The Junior School
I hope that parents have had an opportunity to see our new Junior School Leadership Team around campus in the mornings, afternoons, after school and at Junior TAS weekend rounds.
If you are not yet sure who is who, here are the details:
First port of call for parents or carers is always the class teacher, however - if a concern is not resolved at the classroom level, the classroom teacher will refer it to the Leadership Team.
Like myself, these staff are always open to communication from parents and carers.
Homework Club
A reminder that our Homework Club is a service provided to students who require support to complete their homework or assessments.
Staff and Secondary School tutors are available to guide students as they complete their tasks.
Students who do not have any work to complete should not attend.
Our Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden
Due to the popularity of this hands-in-the-dirt, real-world program, we are happy to announce that all students from the Early Learning Centre to Year 6 now have the opportunity to engage with our Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden, under the instruction of our resident plant whisperer, Mr Paul Penny.
While the bulk of the program is focused on the Years 2, 3 and 4 students, classes from all year levels have now been allocated time in the garden, including a specialised Spark elective for our Years 5 and 6 students.
If you missed it, here is a lovely snapshot of a recent Lilly Pilly harvest, with the products now well on their way to becoming a delicious jam: Link to Video.
Community Of Kindness
We are implementing a whole College theme in 2023, A Community Of Kindness, to encourage our College community to strengthen their sense of togetherness and belonging, and as a way of making our own community a better place for the entire community.
Evidence suggests that real-life acts of kindness really do create a positive ripple that lifts the whole community.
This study has shown that generosity and kindness propagates and spreads.
It shows we feel happier when spending money on others instead of ourselves, and that acts of kindness increase not only the receiver's, but also the giver's sense of wellbeing, autonomy and competence.
People not only reciprocated acts of kindness by taking the initiative to find out who had been kind to them, but also paid it forward to others, thereby spreading that feeling of generosity.
There has been work done in classrooms with students and meetings with staff in the first few weeks.
Below is a display in the Junior School Admin Office which has been contributed to by the entire Junior School.
In line with this approach, we would like to extend and encourage our parent/carer members of the College community to join this initiative by performing random acts of kindness too.
Today is actually International Random Acts Of Kindness Day so students and staff have made additional efforts today to be kind to each other.
Community Code Of Conduct
An imperative aspect of a child's education is the partnership between the parents and carers and the school.
These partnerships include parents and carers with: teachers, support staff, leadership or any other persons employed by the school.
It is accepted by all parties at completion of enrolment, that the student is at the centre of decisions made and their best interests and safety are always considered.
It is also the responsibility of the school to consider the interests and safety of other staff and students in decision-making.
We value the partnership we have with our parents and carers and often with other extended family members.
As a community, Canterbury has worked with and supported families for over 35 years, to successfully see thousands of students graduate.
To ensure continued success in our partnership within our community, we would like to direct you to our Community Code of Conduct: Link to Community Code of Conduct.
Canterbury OSHC Update
Thank you for your patience as we have worked through the process of onboarding the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) registration for our Outside School Hours Care service.
We understand the delay in securing this registration was frustrating for many families.
And we appreciate the efficiency with which most families have ensured that Complying Written Agreements (CWAs) have been consented to for students.
A very important communication has been sent to all OSHC families regarding some changes to the way fees are being charged.
If you have not yet read this communication, please follow the link here: Link to News Item.
'It Takes A Village' Partnership Program
We have a Parent Volunteer Induction Session next week on Friday 24 February from 8:45am - 9:15am in the Junior School Library.
This course must be undertaken by parents or other community members every 12 months to ensure currency of understanding.
This is a measure to keep our children safe and we welcome parents coming into the College to assist in our classrooms.
Please follow this link here to register: Link to Register.
Partnership Article: Keeping Your Child Active
Physical activity is so important.
Research has shown that exercise is beneficial for helping your child think, concentrate and solve problems, all of which are essential skills when it comes to learning.
This week’s article is all about ways we can encourage and support our children to be active to develop necessary skills: Link to Article.
Upcoming Events
| Saturday 18 February | Junior TAS Sport Round 3 |
| Monday 20 February | 4THH Open Classroom 8:00am |
| Tuesday 21 February | Year 5 Open Classroom 8:00am |
| Wednesday 22 February | Ash Wednesday |
| Thursday 23 February | Years 6-12 House Breakfast - Temple & Ramsey |
| Thursday 23 February | 1JOW Open Classroom 8:00am |
| Friday 24 February | Prep, Year 1 (not JOW), Year 2 and Year 6 Open Classrooms 8:00am |
| Friday 24 February | Parent Volunteer Induction Session |
| Saturday 25 February | Junior TAS Sport Round 4 and Co-Curricular Photos |
I hope all members of our Junior School community enjoy a restful weekend with plenty of active family time.
Yours faithfully
Michelle Leftwitch
Head of Junior School
UPDATE: Waterford-Tamborine Road & Easterly Street Intersection: Late 2022 - End March 2023 | Signal Project Roadworks
UPDATE: Waterford-Tamborine Road & Easterly Street Intersection: Late 2022 - End March 2023 | Signal Project Roadworks
The Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads has posted a project duration update on the Waterford-Tamborine Road and Easterly Street Intersection on their website.
The completion date has been extended until 31 March 2023 as shown here online - https://qldtraffic.qld.gov.au/?id=534650
These major roadworks include:
• Installing new traffic signals.
• Installing advance traffic signal warnings on all approaches.
• On-road bicycle lanes through the intersection.
• Additional guardrail with motorcycle protection and modification of the existing guardrail.
• New giveway signs on both slip lanes.
• Replacement of some street lights and poles.
• Road shoulder widening.
• 60km/h speed zone which will start from south of Cambogan Road for northbound traffic.
Survey work and construction began late last year and early this year, and is proceeding based on weather and construction conditions.
Signalising this intersection will improve road safety and improve traffic flow during peak drop-off and pick-up times.
Please see the original attached letter below and project map above top for the background information.
2023 Junior Development Series: Gold Coast Region | Canterbury Taipans Singles & Doubles Tennis Tournament - Sundays 5 & 12 March
2023 Junior Development Series: Gold Coast Region | Canterbury Taipans Singles & Doubles Tennis Tournament - Sundays 5 & 12 March
What: 2023 Junior Development Series: Gold Coast Region | Canterbury Taipans Singles & Doubles Tennis Tournament.
When: Sunday 5 March & Sunday 12 March 2023.
Junior Boys and Girls Singles and Doubles matches will be played over the course of two Sundays.
Where: Canterbury Tennis Centre - Canterbury College.
- Please enter via the Sports Precinct Gate, 182 Old Logan Village Road, Waterford with plenty of on-site parking.
Who: For Beginner to Intermediate Tennis Players younger than 17 years old as of 31 December 2023 and have a Tennis ID Number.
Cost: $50.00 Per Entry.
RSVP Information: Tennis Australia Official Website Event Listing HERE.
Entries Open: NOW.
Entries Close: 11:59pm Monday 27 February 2023.
Hosts: Tennis Queensland and our Canterbury Taipans Tennis Club.
The Junior Development Series (JDS) is a group of tournaments for beginner to intermediate tennis players, designed to give them crucial competitive match-play and skill development opportunities throughout the year.
The 2023 series will see players grouped using the Universal Tennis Rating (UTR).
Competition Entry Requirements
- Must be 17 years or younger as of 31 December 2023.
- Must have Tennis ID Number.
- Must be registered through UTR.
- Players must commit to both days’ competition when entering the two-day event.
- Doubles entry is compulsory on two-day events - this is included in your entry fee.
Match Format
Singles: Best of Two Sets FIRST TO 6, first to 7 tiebreaks at 6-6, with a 3rd set match-tiebreaker (10 points) | Normal Deuce.
Players will be grouped into 8 with a match guarantee of three singles.
Draw Release: 5:00pm 2 March 2023.
Food and drink will be available from Canterbury's on-site Splash & Smash Cafe.
Court Surface: Hard-court
For more information on the tournament, please visit the official Tennis Australia tournament listing HERE.
For more information on Tennis Australia's Gold Coast Region 2023 JDS Tournament Circuit, please visit this web link HERE.
Think U Know: Online Safety - Parent Information Session | 5:30pm - 7pm, Wednesday 8 March @ Performing Arts Theatre: RSVP NOW
Think U Know: Online Safety - Parent Information Session | 5:30pm - 7pm, Wednesday 8 March @ Performing Arts Theatre: RSVP NOW
Dear Parents and Carers,
You are warmly invited to our...
What: Think U Know: Online Safety - Parent Information Session.
- Includes Q & A Session on how you can support your son or daughter to engage safely online.
When: 5:30pm - 7:00pm, Wednesday 8 March 2023.
Where: Performing Arts Theatre – Canterbury College.
- Best parking via the Easterly Street Gates with plenty of onsite parking.
Who: For All Parents Of ELC - Year 12 Students.
Hosts: Canterbury College with Senior Constable Mitch Collins from the Edens Landing Police Beat.
Cost: FREE!
RSVP: If you would like to attend this valuable Parent Information Session, please RSVP via Humanitix HERE.
Dress Code: Smart Casual.
Contact: Secondary School Admin - T: 07 3299 0843 | E:
The Think U Know Online Safety Program was developed by the Australian Federal Police, and will be delivered by Senior Constable Mitch Collins from the Edens Landing Police Beat, who has been working in partnership with Canterbury College.
GREAT NEWS: Logan City Council Upgrading High Rd, Easterly St & Old Logan Village Rd Around Canterbury College
GREAT NEWS: Logan City Council Upgrading High Rd, Easterly St & Old Logan Village Rd Around Canterbury College
Improvement Works
Logan City Council is upgrading sections of High Road, Easterly Street and Old Logan Village Road adjacent to Canterbury College.
This project is jointly funded by both Logan City Council and the Federal Government, which has committed $2.5 million through the Urban Congestion Fund.
Project Details & Benefits
The project is designed to improve safety around the school and reduce congestion during school drop-off and pick-up times.
The project will:
• Widen sections of the roads to introduce dedicated turning lanes into the school to ease congestion.
• Provide formal new on-road car parking bays to ease congestion and reduce verge parking.
• Provide new footpaths and shared paths to support safer active travel for all users, especially students.
• Alter line markings and signage to improve traffic flow.
• Relocate some existing services.
• Install new street lighting to support active transport users.
• Install kerb and channelling (where required) to improve road drainage.
Design Update
The design phase of the project is almost finished with environmental and cultural heritage investigations now complete.
Consultation with key stakeholders, including Canterbury College, is ongoing to finalise the design phase.
The Logan City Council has sent letters to all residents in the area as per their distribution map.
The preliminary overall project plan and detailed plans of the individual work sections, are all displayed in this story for downloading or closer viewing.
You can find these proposed works plans for the project on the Logan City Council website here too - logan.qld.gov.au/roads-upgrade-plan.
Project Work Zone
High Road: From Sabre Street to just before the roundabout with Easterly Street.
Easterly Street: From just before the roundabout to Old Logan Village Road.
Old Logan Village Road: From Easterly Street to 157-159 Easterly Street.
Internal campus roadways and carparks are also being upgraded and streamlined – based on advice from professional traffic engineers, with support from the Logan City Council – to further reduce traffic congestion, in response to the changes to entrances and exits along Easterly Street.
Next Steps
Logan City Council will be back in touch with the College and the community, as the project moves into the construction phase, with more details - including timings and what you can expect.
They are still in the final stages of the design phase, but construction is expected to commence in late 2023, pending weather and site conditions.
Joint Canterbury & Logan City Council Activity Idea
Canterbury College and Logan City Council are also investigating a joint activity to provide spaces for native fauna amongst the project.
Some ideas so far have included nest boxes and tree planting, so stay tuned for more news on this front.
Get In Touch
If you have questions or feedback about these planned improvements, please contact the Logan City Council Team - T: 07 3412 4551 | E:
Marty Hailey: Canterbury Rock School's Special Guest THIS Friday!
Marty Hailey: Canterbury Rock School's Special Guest THIS Friday!
During this Friday's 3:30pm - 5:30pm rehearsal, our Canterbury Rock School will host a very special guest - award-winning composer Marty Hailey!
Marty works internationally as a composer, producer and musician, and has performed on West End and Broadway, in Las Vegas, across the UK, Europe, Australia and the South Pacific.
He has over 20 years' experience in the music industry, made over 70 records, produced and engineered countless single sessions, and written and produced soundtracks for broadcast, independent film and the stage.
In 2018, Marty was nominated as Rock Producer Of The Year at the Independent Music Awards in New York City.
Working from his studio over at Edinburgh in Scotland called Metro 13 Music HQ, previous clients have included: BBC TV and Radio, the Discovery Channel, Hopscotch Films, Arpeggio Pictures, Infinite Content, Baille Gifford, Pirate Productions, GNWTV and The Gate Worldwide.
His performance and recording credits feature a diverse range of names in international music, from Jimmy Somerville to Human Nature and James Blunt, and Ireland's Ronan Keating to Senegal's Pape Mbaye.
Marty is the musical director for international cabaret sensation Le Gateau Chocolat, The I Hate Children Children’s Show from San Francisco, and punk cabaret outfit The Little Death Club.
Marty was also musical director for La Clique's return to London's West End in 2019.
This dedicated professional musician plays electric and acoustic guitars, lapsteel and even the mandolin!
Additionally, Marty is a talented arranger and producer for small and large ensembles and recording projects - regularly scoring for brass, string quartets and small chamber groups.
Much closer to home, he actually played some parts in our 2021 Performing Arts Captain Briana Dinsdale's album Beginnings.
On Friday, Marty will be talking about his music industry experience and giving our students the opportunity to ask questions, and get to know more about music as a professional career.
He will also be working with some of our Rock School bands - giving them tips and advice for their upcoming performances.
Welcome to Canterbury Marty Hailey!
More information about Marty can be found on his website HERE.
NB: Big thanks to Canterbury Music supporter Mrs Louise Wheatley for the connection! :-)
REMINDER: Years 6-12 House Spirit Breakfasts | Find Your House Event Details & RSVP HERE!
REMINDER: Years 6-12 House Spirit Breakfasts | Find Your House Event Details & RSVP HERE!
What: Years 6-12 House Spirit Breakfast: Becket & Goldsworthy Houses.
When: 7:30am - 8:15am, THIS Thursday 16 February 2023.
Where: Covered Area Near Canterbury Chapel.
- Best Parking: Via Old Logan Village Road Gates.
Who: For All Years 6-12 Becket & Goldsworthy House Students, Their Parents & Carers, and House Staff.
Hosts & Contacts: Heads Of House | Becket – Mrs Jennifer Russell, Goldsworthy – Mr Warren Musk.
Cost: FREE!
RSVPs: 11:59pm TODAY Tuesday 14 February 2023.
BECKET HOUSE Humanitix Booking Weblink Here.
GOLDSWORTHY HOUSE Humanitix Booking Weblink Here.
Dress Code: Parents & Carers - Smart Casual | Students – Summer School Uniform.
Contact: Secondary School Administration - T: 07 3299 0843 | E:
What: Years 6-12 House Spirit Breakfast: Cranmer & Kime Houses.
When: 7:30am - 8:15am, THIS Friday 17 February 2023.
Where: K Block Wolf Den Area.
- Best Parking: Via Old Logan Village Road Gates.
Who: For All Years 6-12 Cranmer & Kime House Students, Their Parents & Carers, and House Staff.
Hosts & Contacts: Heads Of House | Cranmer – Mr Alan Lyle, Kime – Mr Glen Walker.
Cost: FREE!
RSVPs: 11:59pm THIS Wednesday 15 February 2023.
CRANMER HOUSE Humanitix Booking Weblink Here.
KIME HOUSE Humanitix Booking Weblink Here.
Dress Code: Parents & Carers - Smart Casual | Students – Summer School Uniform.
Contact: Secondary School Administration - T: 07 3299 0843 | E:
What: Years 6-12 House Spirit Breakfast: Ramsey & Temple Houses.
When: 7:30am - 8:15am, Thursday 23 February 2023.
Where: Secondary School Meadow.
- Best Parking: Via Easterly Street Gates.
Who: For All Years 6-12 Ramsey & Temple House Students, Their Parents & Carers, and House Staff.
Hosts & Contacts: Heads Of House | Ramsey – Mrs Holly Westphal, Temple – Mr Shannon Blackmore.
Cost: FREE!
RSVPs: 11:59pm Tuesday 21 February 2023.
RAMSEY HOUSE Humanitix Booking Weblink Here.
TEMPLE HOUSE Humanitix Booking Weblink Here.
Dress Code: Parents & Carers - Smart Casual | Students – Summer School Uniform.
Contact: Secondary School Administration - T: 07 3299 0843 | E:
Taipan Tutors Tuesday Club | Starts 7:30am - 8:15am, THIS Tuesday 14 February @ Secondary Library Digital Hub
Taipan Tutors Tuesday Club | Starts 7:30am - 8:15am, THIS Tuesday 14 February @ Secondary Library Digital Hub
Dear Students, Parents and Carers,
What: Taipan Tutors Tuesday Club Study Group - First Morning!
When: 7:30am - 8:15am, THIS Tuesday 14 February 2023.
Where: Secondary Library Digital Hub - Canterbury College: Please enter through the lower library doors.
Who: Open invitation for ANY Years 7-12 Secondary Students to come and join us.
Whether you want to allocate some time for doing homework, exploring extension opportunities, getting help with any subjects, or collaborating with your peers - ALL are welcome!
This will be a rich learning environment, where the focus is on extending our understanding - irrespective of if you are a high achieving student or a student who is finding something challenging.
Mr Mills, Mr Baber, some Taipan Tutors and some Learning Support Staff will all be there to offer their skills and assistance.
And in the spirit of Valentine's Day, we hope to see everyone there to share their love of learning, and to show compassion and respect for each other's learning journey!
Mr Tory Mills
Assistant Head of Secondary School (Years 10-12)