Gold Coast Senior Interschool Chess Tournament Results
Gold Coast Senior Interschool Chess Tournament Results
This term, we took 20 students to King’s Christian College in Reedy Creek to represent our school in the 2025 Gold Coast Senior Interschool Chess Tournament.
Across the day, all students played seven competitive matches, with merit badges awarded to those who won 4.5 games or more.
Medals were presented to individuals and teams who placed in the top three.
Our students represented the school with pride, displaying excellent behaviour, wearing their uniforms impeccably, and engaging in each game with focus and genuine excitement.
It was wonderful to see their strong sportsmanship and team spirit throughout the tournament.
Competition Highlights:
B Division – Darcy Taylor, Sachiel Paniagua, Kassiyus Anapa, Calvin Saul
- Darcy Taylor placed 3rd individually, earning a bronze medal.
- The B Division team placed 3rd overall, with all team members receiving bronze medals.
- Merit badges: Sachiel Paniagua and Kassiyus Anapa
CC1 Division – Hunter Collinson, Sai Aungthan, Marcus Wylie, Anthony Leang
- The CC1 team placed 2nd overall in the C Division, with all members receiving silver medals.
- Merit badges: Hunter Collinson, Sai Aungthan, and Anthony Leang
CC2 Division – Matthew Barnes, Jordan Bolger, Alec Wylie, Harrison King
- Merit badges: Matthew Barnes and Jordan Bolger
CC3 Division – Somya Bhatt, Yulia Kovalev, Lewis Saul, Archer Theil-Paul
D Division – Joshua Blackman, Benjamin Crane, Llwellyn Van Eck, Felix Zheng
- Felix Zheng placed 2nd individually, receiving a silver medal.
- Llwellyn Van Eck placed 3rd individually, earning a bronze medal.
- The D Division team placed 2nd overall, with all team members receiving silver medals.
Overall, the day was a great success, and our students thoroughly enjoyed the experience.
We extend our sincere thanks to Gardiner Chess for hosting such a well-run and welcoming event.
Mr Harley Macbeth
Senior Teacher
Student Parliament in Action: A Push for Wellbeing
Student Parliament in Action: A Push for Wellbeing
The Push-Up Challenge was brought to our school by Year 11 student Aoibhe Kerrigan, who proposed the idea to Student Parliament and gained full support from her peers.
She and Cooper McIntyre then trained as 2025 Push-Up Challenge Ambassadors, leading wellbeing workshops with the Year 11 cohort.
Aoibhe and Cooper, along with Kiya Watkins-Rameka, Lucas Noy, Harrison Cato, Cooper Carey, and Destinee Pickvance-Yee, ran an informative session to raise awareness about mental health and the purpose behind the Push-Up Challenge.
They wrapped up with fun, high-energy House competitions and games.
A highlight was the full support from the Year 11 cohort in running a Junior School session - with a fantastic response.
Our older students joined in push-ups and dance games with the youngest students, showing leadership, joy, and energy across campus.
Congratulations Aoibhe and Cooper, and well done to all involved!
Mrs Amanda von Kanel
Director of Student Development | Teacher – Senior School
Young Business Leaders 8-Week Program Finale | Breakfast Showcase & Five Winners
Young Business Leaders 8-Week Program Finale | Breakfast Showcase & Five Winners
This morning, our select group of entrepreneurially-minded Canterbury students were involved in the Breakfast Showcase Finale, for their eight-week Young Business Leaders Program hosted at Canterbury College.
This Breakfast Showcase provided an opportunity for our young business students to advertise and pitch their products, services and ideas to the wider Logan community, parents, carers and other schools’ business students.
After a light breakfast, Maddie Panther from BOP Industries – the agency which oversaw the overall program, announced the category winners judged from the showcase stalls.
So we are excited to announce that Canterbury College received five awards!
Congratulations to the following Canterbury students:
Elly Barnes, Sienna Neilan and Agatha Johnson from Crumb Craft received the award for Best Branding with their custom cookies.
Best Showcase Display was awarded to Brody Huckin from Poppin Bro, with an outstanding display full of life, colour and of course, Popcorn!
Isabella Clout from Taybella Crafters, won the award for Most Innovative Idea with her specialised, handcrafted designs and wireless chargers.
Lucas King from Luxe LK was awarded Most Viable Business Idea with his unique take on perfume distribution for all.
Rylan Mead from Urban Threads was voted the People's Choice award with his streetwear clothing business.
It was a fantastic morning celebrating the efforts and achievements of our Young Business Leaders, who have worked extremely hard on their commercial creations throughout Term 2.
The Young Business Leaders Program is organised by BOP Industries with the support of event partner the Beenleigh Yatala Junior Chamber of Commerce, and event sponsors Bendigo Bank, Quota Beenleigh Inc, Rotary Club of Beenleigh, Logan City Council, Logan Office of Economic Development and Logan Mayor Jon Raven.
A big thank you to our Special Guests:
MP Rowan Holzberger Member for Forde · Mayor Jon Raven and Mayoress Alison Raven · Councillors · Cr Nathan St Ledger · Cr Paul Jackson · Cr Miriam Stemp · Cr Karen Murphy · Small Business Commissioner Dominique Lamb · Michelle Martin & Paul Bailey from LOED · Acting Principal of Canterbury College Mrs Meagan King · The team from BOP Industries · Staff and of course the students of the Young Business Leaders Program!
We look forward to seeing how these businesses develop and grow in the real world into the future, along with the entrepreneurial mindsets of these motivated Senior School students.
See more photos of this event on our MyCC News here.
Mrs Georgia Skinner
Teacher – Senior School
Canterbury Takes On The Kokoda Challenge
Canterbury Takes On The Kokoda Challenge
Three dedicated teams of Year 12 students are stepping up for this year’s Kokoda Challenge on Saturday 19 to Sunday 20 July — Australia’s toughest team endurance event that honours the spirit of the soldiers who fought on the Kokoda Track in 1942.
These students will hike through rivers, scale steep hills and push past exhaustion - all in the name of teamwork, resilience, and raising funds for the Kokoda Youth Foundation, which supports local youth through life-changing programs.
Each team needs to raise a minimum of $350 by Saturday 12 July, and every dollar counts!
If you’d like to support them, donations can be made through their supervising teachers:
Team Navy - Mr Andrew Porter | Team Red - Ms Kathy Simpson | Team White - Mr Michael Bowden
Team Navy - $297 left | Team Red - All Set! | Team White - $54 left
Let’s get behind our Kokoda teams, Canterbury!
Year 11 Students Attend Brisbane Careers & Employment Expo
Year 11 Students Attend Brisbane Careers & Employment Expo
Today, Year 11 students attended the Brisbane Careers & Employment Expo – Queensland’s largest event of its kind.
With over 160 organisations and employers present, it was a valuable experience.
Students connected with tertiary providers, industry professionals, and career advisors, gaining insights into a wide range of career pathways.
They explored job opportunities, received expert guidance, took part in hands-on activities, and learned about careers with the Australian Defence Force and other industries.
The event was both informative and inspiring, helping students clarify their interests and start planning their post-school paths with confidence.
Events like this are a key part of our commitment to helping students make informed decisions about their futures.
Tracey Clarke
Head of Student Pathways | Teacher – Senior School
Support Canterbury’s Young Stars - Voting Open Now!
Support Canterbury’s Young Stars - Voting Open Now!
From 29 talented finalists, our under-25 Logan Young Guns are shining bright!
Celebrate current Canterbury students Joshua Brass, Isabella Franklin, George Li, Haydn Li, Kayla McCormick, Cooper McIntyre, Connar Smith-Miller, Taylah Smith-Miller, and Ashutosh Vaitha.
And to our incredible Canterbury alumni Class of 2024 Lilly Rider and Class of 2016 Ryan Murphy for their amazing community work!
VOTE NOW at ➡️ The Courier Mail (subscription required) to champion their impact!
To read about their achievements, please head over to MyCC News here: https://mycc.qld.edu.au/news/24690
2025 Cursus Magnus Relay Race
2025 Cursus Magnus Relay Race
Eight teams. Hundreds of cheers. One goal… to win The Great Race!
Yesterday, our annual Cursus Magnus saw select Years 5–12 students, staff, and alumni blaze around the track - all chasing glory, with House teams eager to claim Canterbury Cup points.
Last year, the alumni team took the overall win - but this year?
Ramsey House took the lead!
That’s four straight victories among the Houses for the Raptors, cementing their relay dynasty.
Check out the photos and video on our MyCC News Story here.
2025 Canterbury Years 3–6 Interhouse Athletics Carnival | Photos & Event Wrap
2025 Canterbury Years 3–6 Interhouse Athletics Carnival | Photos & Event Wrap
Rain or shine, the 2025 Canterbury Years 3–6 Interhouse Athletics Carnival ran full speed ahead today - complete with House colours, personal bests, and just a touch of drizzle for dramatic effect.
From Shot Put and Discus to Long Jump, High Jump and a jam-packed program of running races, our young athletes gave it their all across the field.
The suspense isn’t over yet - the Age Champions and the winning House will be revealed when we present the Interhouse Athletics Shield at the next Junior School Assembly on Thursday 12 June.
Photos from this event can be found on our MyCC News Story here.
2025 Year 12s QLD vs NSW State Of Origin Night Party – Game One | Wrap-Up
2025 Year 12s QLD vs NSW State Of Origin Night Party – Game One | Wrap-Up
Last night may not have gone QLD's way on the scoreboard (NSW 18 – QLD 6), but our Year 12s still scored a win in the fun department!
From free pizza and soft drinks to plenty of laughs and loud cheers (and maybe a few dramatic boos), the big screen Origin Party brought the spirit, the energy, and a whole lot of team pride.
Whether you were mocking a Maroon or booing a Blue, thanks for making it a night to remember.
Huge shoutout to our Senior School Staff legends – Mr Gillin, Mr Paul, Mrs Baiada, Ms Johnston and Fr Dan – for hosting an epic night.
Green Zone Drop-Off & Pick-Up Procedures
Green Zone Drop-Off & Pick-Up Procedures
Let’s Keep the Green Zone Flowing!
To help keep our school community safe and our Easterly Street car park flowing smoothly, please take a moment to read the important information below about using the Green Zone during drop-off and pick-up times.
Morning Drop-Off
Time: 8:00–8:30am (Supervised at the Meadow)
Location: Easterly Street Car Park – Green Drop-Off Zone
Who: Prep – Year 2 students
Helpers: Year 6 leaders in orange vests are available to walk children to the gate.
Two Options for Drop-Off:
- Use the Green Drop-Off Zone (stay in your car)
- Park in designated carparks if you prefer to walk your child/ren to the gate
Tip: Parents are encouraged to leave children with yard duty staff instead of waiting with them. This helps build resilience and supports peer socialising before class.
Afternoon Pick-Up
Time: After 3:15pm (supervised until 3:45pm)
Location: Easterly Street Car Park – Green Pick-Up Zone
Who: Prep – Year 1 students and older siblings
Pick-Up Instructions:
- Enter via Easterly Street Gate
- Follow the roundabout to the pick-up zone
- Stay in your vehicle – a teacher will bring your child/ren to you
- Drive slowly and exit left past the Early Learning Centre
Important Reminders:
- No parking in the Green Zone – it’s for moving vehicles only
- Park only in designated carparks