Goldsworthy House Service Initiative Builds Schoolwide Connections
Goldsworthy House Service Initiative Builds Schoolwide Connections
In a heartwarming conclusion to the Goldsworthy House Service Initiative, Senior School students recently led a reading program that brought together students from across the campus.
Students from ELC to Year 3 enjoyed shared reading sessions with older peers, creating meaningful and memorable moments.
Senior students brought in their favourite childhood books, sparking conversations and storytelling with younger students.
The activity celebrated the joy of reading while encouraging older students to reflect on their early reading experiences and pass on that enthusiasm.
This final stage followed earlier connections between Form Classes and Prep-Year 1 students, which began late last term. The sense of connection, care, and engagement across year levels was truly inspiring.
I'm proud of how our students embraced the opportunity to build relationships, share stories, and enrich our school culture.
Thank you to our Junior School teachers, Mrs Gina McPherson (Teacher Librarian), Heads of Houses, Mrs Amanda von Kanel (Director of Student Development), Mrs Georgia Skinner (Assistant Head of Goldsworthy House), and Goldsworthy leaders for their support in making this initiative a success.
Mr Nic Aldridge
Head of Goldsworthy House
Year 9 and 10 Dance Students Inspired by Contemporary Performance
Year 9 and 10 Dance Students Inspired by Contemporary Performance
On Thursday 15 May, Year 9 and 10 Dance students attended Blue by the Australasian Dance Collective (ADC) as part of their curriculum studies.
This excursion is a key element of the Dance program, offering students the chance to experience high-quality live performance and deepen their understanding of the art form.
Celebrating 40 years of dance, Blue featured a dynamic triple bill that honoured ADC’s past, celebrated its present, and envisioned its future.
The performance was not only artistically rich but also directly linked to the students’ current unit, Moving Stories, which explores narrative through choreography.
Seeing industry professionals perform live enabled students to critically engage with choreographic structures, performance techniques, and design elements.
It also provided valuable inspiration for their creative work.
Cathy Brown
Teacher - Senior School (Dance) | Coordinator of Co-curricular Dance
Alumni Spotlight | Sola Hughes (Class of 2017)
Alumni Spotlight | Sola Hughes (Class of 2017)
Violinist | Australian World Orchestra Academy Player 2025
We are thrilled to celebrate the incredible achievements of Canterbury alumni Sola Hughes, who has been selected as a 2025 Academy Player with the prestigious Australian World Orchestra (AWO).
Currently in her third year at the Australian National Academy of Music (ANAM), Sola studies under the guidance of acclaimed violinists Adam Chalabi and Zoë Black.
She previously completed her Bachelor of Music at the Queensland Conservatorium of Music, where she studied with Michele Walsh and Natsuko Yoshimoto.
Reflecting on this exciting opportunity, Sola shared:
“I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to play with the Australian World Orchestra. I’m going to be absolutely star struck and I’m so excited to absorb as much knowledge as possible. I can’t wait to get into it and to hear and experience the sound. Also, Mahler 4 is my favourite Mahler Symphony!”
Sola’s musical journey has already included standout performances such as Stravinsky’s Violin Concerto with the Conservatorium orchestra, side-by-side collaborations with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, and participation in chamber music festivals across Australia and internationally, including the Australian Festival of Chamber Music, Stradbroke Chamber Music Festival, and Musical Chairs in Montreal.
In 2021, her string trio took home the 4MBS Chamber Music Prize.
Known for her versatility and passion for chamber music, Sola continues to embrace new challenges and musical explorations.
We are incredibly proud of her achievements and can’t wait to see what’s next for her in the world of classical music.
Congratulations, Sola — your Canterbury community is cheering you on!
2025 Winter Music Festival
2025 Winter Music Festival
We are pleased to invite you to our 2025 Winter Music Festival, a celebration of the wonderful work of our music ensembles across five inspiring concerts.
Kaleidoscope
Tuesday 3 June | 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Canterbury Events Centre (CEC)
Featuring: Year 3 Strings, All Star Strings, and Junior Singers
Friday Night Rocks
Friday 6 June | 6:00pm – 8:30pm
Canterbury Events Centre (CEC)
Featuring: Canterbury Rock School
Panorama
Wednesday 11 June | 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Canterbury Events Centre (CEC)
Featuring: Year 5 Band, Year 6 Band, Junior Concert Band, Allegro Strings, Bravura Strings, and Junior School Choir
Symphonic Splendour
Wednesday 27 August | 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Performing Arts Theatre (PAT)
Featuring: Synergy, Sinfonia, Ritonello, Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble, and Big Band
Heavenly Voices
Friday 29 August | 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Performing Arts Theatre (PAT)
Featuring: Bella Voce, Taipan Tenors, Cantabile, and the Chamber Music School
Week 3 Assembly | Goldsworthy House Service, Sporting Excellence and Student Achievement
Week 3 Assembly | Goldsworthy House Service, Sporting Excellence and Student Achievement
On Thursday 8 May, students from Years 4 to 12 came together in the Canterbury Events Centre for a vibrant and inspiring assembly led by Goldsworthy House.
The assembly centred around Goldsworthy’s 2025 theme, ‘Stand Together, Shine Together’ — a message that celebrates the power of unity, collaboration, and support within the House community.
A key highlight was Goldsworthy’s reading program, where Senior students read with Prep and Year 1 students.
https://youtu.be/TM7VUfhKVw8
This week, all Houses will join in a mass reading session from ELC to Year 3. Students are encouraged to bring a favourite childhood book.
During the assembly, acting Principal Mrs Meagan King recognised outstanding achievements across the school.
Haydn Li – Named one of six state finalists in the Queensland Symphony Orchestra’s Young Instrumentalist Prize.
Premiership Wins
• Girls' Firsts Tennis – Back-to-back premiers in 2024 and 2025.
• Seconds Cricket – First win in 14 years.
• Firsts Cricket – First premiership in 25 years.
The assembly also recognised excellence through the presentation of Silver Colour Awards, honouring students who have demonstrated outstanding achievement:
Junior School: Margaret Savage, Lekith Sudhakaran
Senior School: Kaitlyn Bolger, Chloe Booth, Mia Chizzoniti, Isabella Franklin, Thomas Jenkins, Savannah Paniagua, Claire Plummer, Mikael Sandanayake, Milla Smith, Sophie Webb
TAS First Team Presentations followed, celebrating Canterbury’s sporting leaders and elite athletes for 2025:
Netball
2025 Netball Captain: Tayla Southall
First Netball team: Ty’ana Faimalo, Mamaeroa Falwasser, Jasmine Fidoe, Addison Imrie, Grace McGuinness, Jayda Penitani, Lahrey Southon, Bridie Stewart, Juliana Tamala, Harmony Topeto
Hockey
2025 Hockey Captain: Ruby Aitchison
First XI Hockey: Addison Alchin, Corey Bertsch, Chloe Booth, Phoebe Dyer, Isla Eastwood, Améya Evans, Kaela Guy, Lucy Johnson, Aoibhe Kerrigan, Milla Smith, Tiffany Tindall, Amelia Westin
Tennis
2025 Tennis Captain: Mitchell Dixon
First Tennis: Shubham Bhatt, Ryan Dilks, Lachlan Hegedus, Oscar Laredo, Henry Zhang
Rugby
2025 Rugby Captain: Riley Lynch
First XV Rugby: Keoni Brown, Cooper Carey, Liam Clarke, Zach Davies, Ryley Egstorf, Marcel-Jaime Ford, Bentley Horne, James Iva, Thomas Jenkins, Sebastian Keerie, Rohan Mendis-Galpin, Charlie Menzies, Max Newton, Tyrese Ngaru, Lucas Noy, Brayden Roos, Illanois Southon, Khalis Southon, Ben Stanley, Sitaleki Tafa, Ma'afu Takai, LeBron Tusitala, Henry Walker
The assembly concluded with recognition of our Interhouse Cross Country Age Champions.
Congratulations to the following students for their outstanding efforts:
12 Years
Girls: Amity Lynch (1st), Mia Chenouda (2nd), Asher Smith (3rd)
Boys: Riley Jordan (1st), Patrick Marr (2nd), Mihali Pavlou (3rd)
13 Years
Girls: Lily Prewett (1st), Chilli Roberts (2nd), Hayley Lim (3rd)
Boys: Benjamin Crane (1st), Nate Puhakainen (2nd), Oakleigh Meier (3rd)
14 Years
Girls: Melita Dodd (1st), Emma Blackman (2nd), Hannah Kelmanson (3rd)
Boys: Finn Watt (1st), Bear Newsham (2nd), Coda Lahrs (3rd)
15 Years
Girls: Eloise McKean (1st), Rubie Newman (2nd), Evelyn Savage (3rd)
Boys: Aden Schodel (1st), Billy Costello (2nd), Lincoln Crooks (3rd)
16 Years
Girls: Melanie Hamilton (1st), Amelia Neumeister (2nd), Elize Lee (3rd)
Boys: Tanerau O’Riley (1st), Tex Hamilton (2nd), Noah Meier (3rd)
Opens
Girls: Ruby Aitchison (1st), Sophie Webb (2nd), Pippa Sharp (3rd)
Boys: Riley Burton (1st), William White (2nd), Jesse Shin (3rd)
Queen & King of the Course: Amity Lynch and Finn Watt
A huge congratulations to all students recognised during this assembly. Your commitment to service, sport, and community is a shining example of what it means to stand together and shine together.
https://youtu.be/a4_Ob3QQ2LU
2025 Canterbury Interhouse Cross Country | Event Recap & Photos
2025 Canterbury Interhouse Cross Country | Event Recap & Photos
On Friday 24 April, our selected Junior and Senior students took part in the 2025 Canterbury Interhouse Cross Country Carnival.
Despite wet weather conditions and fewer participants and staff, our students gave it their all and displayed incredible determination and spirit.
It was truly impressive to witness.
Congratulations to the following students for their outstanding efforts:
Junior School
10 Years
Girls: India Buckard (1st), Georgia Warmus (2nd), Olivia White (3rd)
Boys: Owen Lahrs (1st), Ryder Smith (2nd), Oliver Buckley (3rd)
11 Years
Girls: Leila Dubiczki (1st), Isabella Hropic (2nd), Amelia Lowe (3rd)
Boys: Tate Huth (1st), Jesse Pickvance-Hall (2nd), James-Brave Newsham (3rd)
12 Years
Girls: Sophia Burton (1st), Amelia Webb (2nd), Margaret Savage (3rd)
Boys: Lachlan Plunkett (1st), Mason McNamara (2nd), Sam Kalokerinos (3rd)
* The 8 & 9-year-old Age Champions will be presented at the week 5 Junior School assembly.
Senior School
12 Years
Girls: Amity Lynch (1st), Mia Chenouda (2nd), Asher Smith (3rd)
Boys: Riley Jordan (1st), Patrick Marr (2nd), Mihali Pavlou (3rd)
13 Years
Girls: Lily Prewett (1st), Chilli Roberts (2nd), Hayley Lim (3rd)
Boys: Benjamin Crane (1st), Nate Puhakainen (2nd), Oakleigh Meier (3rd)
14 Years
Girls: Melita Dodd (1st), Emma Blackman (2nd), Hannah Kelmanson (3rd)
Boys: Finn Watt (1st), Bear Newsham (2nd), Coda Lahrs (3rd)
15 Years
Girls: Eloise McKean (1st), Rubie Newman (2nd), Evelyn Savage (3rd)
Boys: Aden Schodel (1st), Billy Costello (2nd), Lincoln Crooks (3rd)
16 Years
Girls: Melanie Hamilton (1st), Amelia Neumeister (2nd), Elize Lee (3rd)
Boys: Tanerau O’Riley (1st), Tex Hamilton (2nd), Noah Meier (3rd)
Opens
Girls: Ruby Aitchison (1st), Sophie Webb (2nd), Pippa Sharp (3rd)
Boys: Riley Burton (1st), William White (2nd), Jesse Shin (3rd)
Queen & King of the Course: Amity Lynch and Finn Watt
Save The Date - 2025 United Nations Day: Canterbury College Multicultural Celebration
Save The Date - 2025 United Nations Day: Canterbury College Multicultural Celebration
Each year, Canterbury proudly celebrates United Nations Day – a vibrant, community-wide event that recognises and honours the diverse cultures represented within our College family. Through a formal assembly, a Parade of Nations, live performances, and a dynamic multicultural festival, we come together to celebrate unity, respect, and global citizenship. We warmly invite all members of our community to join us for this special occasion – one of the biggest and most anticipated events on the College calendar.
Date
Friday 20 June 2025
10:00am – 2:15pm (Last Day of Term 2)
Program Schedule
10:00am – 10:55am | UN Day Assembly
Formal Ceremony | Parade of Nations | Select Performances
10:55am – 11:15am | Morning Tea Break
Years 5–6 Students | Venue Reset
11:15am – 2:15pm | UN Day Multicultural Festival
Food & Drink Stalls | Student Music & Dance Performances | Cultural Arts & Activities
Venue
Canterbury Events Centre (CEC) – Canterbury College
Entry via High Road Gate, Waterford | Onsite parking available
Attendees
UN Day Assembly:
All ELC–Year 12 students and staff. Parents, carers, extended family, non-Canterbury siblings, and alumni are warmly welcome.
Multicultural Festival:
Years 5–12 students and staff. Parents, carers, extended family, non-Canterbury siblings, and alumni are warmly welcome.
Hosted By
Canterbury College UN Day Committee – Students & Staff
Entry
Free Entry for all guests.
Food, drink, and activity stall tickets available soon. (Students can pre-purchase or purchase on the day.)
Featured Cuisines
Afghan | African | Chinese | European | German | Indian | Korean | Pacific Islander | Serbian | South American | Vietnamese | Australian
Dress Code
- Canterbury Students: School uniform or cultural attire
- Parents, carers, staff, alumni, and guests: Smart/business casual or cultural attire
RSVP
Required for all non-student guests (parents, carers, siblings, alumni).
Ticket booking link coming soon.
Additional Information
- Families wishing to contribute food or drinks will receive a full information pack.
- A detailed event schedule and campus map will be shared closer to the day.
We look forward to celebrating with you at Canterbury’s biggest event of the year! Checkout the highlights from 2024...
2024 Canterbury United Nations Day Highlights Video
https://youtu.be/P9ywaD4ZhIs
QSO Young Instrumentalist Prize | Finalist Haydn Li
QSO Young Instrumentalist Prize | Finalist Haydn Li
On Saturday 26 April, our talented student Haydn Li (Year 12, Performing Arts Captain) competed in the Queensland Symphony Orchestra’s (QSO) prestigious Young Instrumentalist Prize – one of the state’s most high-profile competitions for young musicians learning an orchestral instrument.
This competition is renowned for showcasing exceptional young talent across Queensland, with only six finalists selected each year to perform.
Haydn, who was a finalist in both 2022 and 2023, has once again made it to the finals this year, continuing to demonstrate his dedication and remarkable musical ability.
We are very proud of Haydn’s achievements and look forward to celebrating many more milestones in his musical journey.
2025 ANZAC Week Canterbury College Commemorations | Representing Our Community
2025 ANZAC Week Canterbury College Commemorations | Representing Our Community
As a proud member of the Logan community, Canterbury was honoured to commemorate ANZAC Day across five moving ceremonies held from Wednesday to Friday this week.
It was our chance to pause, remember, and salute the incredible sacrifices made by Australia’s and New Zealand’s armed services and their families, across two World Wars and many other conflicts around the globe.
A heartfelt thank you to all the staff, students, parents, carers, families, and Logan community members who reflected alongside us, supported us behind the scenes, and especially to those who worked so hard to bring these events together with such solemnity and gravitas.
LEST WE FORGET.
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Student Leader ANZAC Ceremony and Tour of Memorial – Wednesday Morning @ The Shrine Of Remembrance – ANZAC Square, Brisbane CBD.
On Wednesday morning, Canterbury’s Year 12 Student Leaders joined hundreds of other young Queensland students at ANZAC Square’s Shrine of Remembrance in Brisbane City.
They laid our College wreath and paid tribute to all those who have served our country in times of war.
Our students also toured the ANZAC Memorial Crypt’s interactive journey, spanning from World War One to today, exploring the people, places, and stories that underpin Queensland’s war experience.
2025 ANZAC Day Canterbury College Commemoration Ceremony – Thursday Afternoon @ Canterbury Events Centre (CEC)
On Thursday afternoon, during our Years 3–12 ANZAC Day Commemoration Ceremony, we gathered with students, staff, families, and special guests to honour the brave souls who selflessly stepped forward to defend our country in times of conflict.
We paid tribute not only to the original ANZAC soldiers but to all those who have served Australia, both at home and overseas.
Their hope, sacrifice, and service have deeply enriched our nation’s history, and we are forever grateful for the freedoms they secured for humankind.
As we approach ANZAC Day, we proudly remember their courage, compassion, and comradeship.
This ceremony at the CEC featured Canterbury’s own ANZAC Day Honour Roll, heartfelt tributes through video presentations, The Ode, The Last Post, One Minute’s Silence, The Rouse, the national anthems of Australia and New Zealand, as well as poetry, blessings, prayers, and the laying of wreaths.
A special mention goes to Cooper, William, and our dedicated cadets, who carried themselves with honour and respect throughout the event.
We also extend our sincere thanks to Dr Fletcher Mitchell, Coordinator of Band, whose moving story and voice added such depth and personal meaning to the occasion.
Finally, we extend our heartfelt thanks to our Performing Arts students for their beautiful performances, and to all staff, attending parents, students, and our special guest, Mr Geoffrey Walker, for making today’s ceremony so memorable.
ANZAC Story Tribute Video – Edward Teddy Sheean VC
https://youtu.be/HWVvsBRm_14
Canterbury Community ANZAC Heroes
https://youtu.be/eOtxMJU9wd4
2025 ANZAC Day Beenleigh Dawn Service – Early Friday Morning @ Beenleigh War Memorial
Early on Thursday morning, our Junior School and Senior School student leaders attended the Beenleigh Dawn Service at the Beenleigh War Memorial.
Junior School Captains Lekith Sudhakaran and Aisha Singleton laid a wreath representing Canterbury College.
2025 ANZAC Day Palm Lake Resort Retirement Home Service – Friday Morning @ Palm Lake Resort, Waterford
Our Year 6 Student Leaders attended the local Palm Lake Resort ANZAC Day Service on Thursday morning.
Our students spoke during the service about what ANZAC Day means to young Australians.
2025 ANZAC Day Beenleigh March & Commemorative Service – Friday Morning @ Beenleigh CBD & War Memorial
During Thursday morning’s 2025 Beenleigh ANZAC Day March and Commemorative Service, our staff and students marched solemnly, adorned with rosemary or poppy pins and cherished family war medals.
They paid tribute to the ANZAC legacy, honouring those who have served or are currently serving with deep respect and gratitude.
At the Beenleigh March, our School Captains, Ben Stanley and Amelia Ryan, delivered the United Resolution, while Year 12 student William Grimmer performed The Last Post and The Rouse.
Prefects Ben, Amelia, Ruby Simpson, and Shannel Almario laid wreaths on behalf of Canterbury College.
Thank you for your support — we were proud to have over 200 Canterbury students attend this march and service.
2025 Canterbury ELC–Prep Easter Hat Parade | Photo Gallery
2025 Canterbury ELC–Prep Easter Hat Parade | Photo Gallery
Last Friday, our CEC was buzzing with excitement for the annual ELC–Prep Easter Hat Parade.
From bird’s nests with eggs to pom-poms, flowers, bunny ears, twinkling lights, and more – the hats were bursting with colour, creativity, and Easter cheer.
It was clear that a lot of time and effort had gone into these headwear creations over the past few weeks at home.
A big thank you to our Canterbury families for making this ELC–Prep Easter Hat Parade so special!
To view the full photo gallery, hop on over to MyCC News.