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.
End of Term Chapel and Easter Service
End of Term Chapel and Easter Service
On Thursday 3 April, we gathered for our End of Term 1 Chapel and Easter Service at the CEC, with students from Prep to Year 12.
Led by College Chaplain Father Dan Talbot, the service focused on the true meaning of Easter - beyond chocolates and bunnies.
Our Drama team beautifully portrayed Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, and The Last Supper, bringing these key moments to life for the audience.
A heartfelt thank you to our community for the generous donations to support foster care children. Brooke from Anglicare shared how these contributions make a real difference.
We appreciate everyone who donated and helped those in need. It was a memorable and meaningful way to end Term 1.
A special thanks to our talented musicians for their beautiful performances.
Wishing everyone a joyful Easter break - see you in Term 2!
For more photos from this event, please visit MyCC news HERE.
2025 Canterbury Kitchen Garden Pizza Day | Recap & Photo Gallery
2025 Canterbury Kitchen Garden Pizza Day | Recap & Photo Gallery
Today, our Prep, Years 1, 2 and 4 students took part in our annual Pizza Day.
Under the guidance of Mr Paul Penny, students handpicked herbs from the Canterbury Kitchen Garden and assembled their own delicious pizzas, which were then baked in a wood-fired oven.
The best part? Enjoying the pizzas they made themselves - fresh, flavourful, and straight from the oven - perfect for a rainy day!
Check out the full gallery on MyCC News HERE.
Year 2 Excursion: Beenleigh Historical Village and Museum | Recap & Photo Gallery
Year 2 Excursion: Beenleigh Historical Village and Museum | Recap & Photo Gallery
Today, our Year 2 students embarked on an exciting educational adventure at the Beenleigh Historical Village and Museum.
This excursion was designed to enhance their Humanities and Social Sciences lessons, where they have been exploring the differences between life in the past and the present.
During the visit, students explored the village in small groups, immersing themselves in history through hands-on experiences.
Highlights of the day included live demonstrations of:
- An operational fire engine
- A working printing press
- The Loganholme ‘one teacher only’ school classroom
- Traditional blacksmithing techniques
It was a fantastic opportunity for students to step back in time and gain a deeper appreciation of history through interactive learning.
Check out the full gallery on MyCC News HERE.
2025 Canterbury World Ready Futures Expo | Event Wrap and Photo Gallery
2025 Canterbury World Ready Futures Expo | Event Wrap and Photo Gallery
This morning, our Years 9 and 10 students explored future pathways at the 2025 World Ready Futures Expo, engaging with over 30 organisations, universities, trade experts, and inspiring Alumni.
With hands-on activities, workshops, and industry insights, students gained a valuable glimpse into career and study options.
A big thank you to all our participating providers, professionals, and Alumni who made the day a great success!
