Loud Lunch – Canterbury Rock School Concert | 1:30pm – 2:15pm Lunch Break, THIS Monday 11 March @ Arts Centre Amphitheatre
Loud Lunch – Canterbury Rock School Concert | 1:30pm – 2:15pm Lunch Break, THIS Monday 11 March @ Arts Centre Amphitheatre
What: Loud Lunch – Canterbury Rock School Concert.
When: 1:30pm – 2:15pm (Recess 2 Lunch Break), THIS Monday 11 March 2024.
Where: Arts Centre Amphitheatre – Senior School.
Who: ALL Senior School Students & Staff Welcome.
Hosts: Canterbury Rock School Bands.
Cost: FREE!
Bring your friends and your lunch and listen to some very talented music student performances.
See you there!
Mr Simon Lane
Studio Instructor | Coordinator of Rock School / Music Technology
REMINDER: 'Find The Joy' Logo - Student Design Competition | CLOSES 9am THIS Monday 11 March (Week 8) - ENTER NOW!
REMINDER: 'Find The Joy' Logo - Student Design Competition | CLOSES 9am THIS Monday 11 March (Week 8) - ENTER NOW!
Are you a keen designer or even just a little creative???
We are looking for students to design a logo for the new Canterbury College focus or theme for this year - ‘Find The Joy’.
Please create your 'mini masterpiece' design and SUBMIT IT HERE: https://forms.office.com/r/F0CK4M7xBd
The competition is open to all currently enrolled Years 5-12 Canterbury students.
Your logo must include the text ‘Find The Joy’ and reflect this joyful spirit.
DUE DATE: 9:00am THIS Monday 11 March 2024 (Week 8).
The winner will be announced at Assembly at the end of Term 1!
We can't wait to see your designs...
GOOD LUCK!
2024 Brisbane Junior Metro Swimming Championships: Canterbury Taipans Race Results
2024 Brisbane Junior Metro Swimming Championships: Canterbury Taipans Race Results
Five of our talented junior swimmers represented the Canterbury Taipans team over the weekend at the 2024 McDonald’s Brisbane Junior Metropolitan Swimming Championships.
Led by Taipans Swimming Coach Yufen ‘Crystal’ Cao, their efforts and race outcomes below are truly remarkable.
Throughout the entire Long Course summer season, these swimming club members have demonstrated an exceptional level of dedication to training and regularly attending prep meets and club swimming events.
Special mention to Brody Huckin – who was both nominated and qualified for the Brisbane Junior Championships’ 200m Freestyle, but unfortunately was unable to attend due to illness.
Next up we have the 2024 Speedo National Prep Meet coming up on the 16-17 March weekend, with four Canterbury Taipans currently nominated to swim.
Here is the event registration weblink.
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Our five Canterbury Taipans swimmers’ results across 18 race events over the weekend:
Pegella:
100m Breaststroke: Improved Personal Best by 11.84 seconds!
Vienna:
50m Backstroke: Improved Personal Best by 5.76 seconds
50m Butterfly: Improved Personal Best by 0.93 seconds
50m Breaststroke: Improved Personal Best by 1.17 seconds
100m Individual Medley: Improved Personal Best by 1.64 seconds
50m Freestyle: Missed Personal Best by just 0.34 seconds
Zara:
100m Backstroke: Improved Personal Best by 6.95 seconds
100m Freestyle: Improved Personal Best by 4.21 seconds
50m Freestyle: Improved Personal Best by 3.22 seconds
Lelia:
50m Butterfly: Improved Personal Best by 5.53 seconds
50m Breaststroke: Improved Personal Best by 4.98 seconds – Top 10 Finish
100m Individual Medley: Improved Personal Best by 12.08 seconds!
50m Freestyle: Improved Personal Best by 4.64 seconds
Keenan:
25m Butterfly: Improved Personal Best by 1.57 seconds – Top 10 Finish
25m Breaststroke: Improved Personal Best by 1.61 seconds – Bronze Finish
100m Freestyle: Improved Personal Best by 5.13 seconds – Gold Finish
25m Freestyle: Improved Personal Best by 1.73 seconds – Gold Finish
25m Backstroke: Improved Personal Best by 2.66 seconds – Silver Finish
Go TEAM TAIPANS!
Want to join us? Get started by contacting: Canterbury Taipans Aquatic Centre - T: 07 3299 0900 | E:
REMINDER: 2024 Tennis Qld Term One Super 10’s Junior Tennis Competition | TWO Trial Day Training Camps: 4pm - 5:30pm, THIS Tuesday 5 & 12 March @ Canterbury Tennis Centre - REGISTER NOW!
REMINDER: 2024 Tennis Qld Term One Super 10’s Junior Tennis Competition | TWO Trial Day Training Camps: 4pm - 5:30pm, THIS Tuesday 5 & 12 March @ Canterbury Tennis Centre - REGISTER NOW!
Dear Canterbury Tennis Families,
Please see below the Tennis Queensland message promoting their exciting Super 10’s QLD Junior Tennis Competition.
This is a great step for those young players aged 10 Years & Under seeking to play with the National Tennis Academy.
So for any Canterbury College student or Canterbury Taipans Club Member aged 10 years old or younger on Trial Day – Sunday 24 March 2024 who registers, I will be conducting TWO special Training Camp afternoons to assist with your trial preparations.
These 90-minute sessions will be held at our Canterbury Tennis Centre THIS Tuesday 5 March and Tuesday 12 March 2024 from 4:00pm – 5:30pm.
This should help you feel fit and firing for Trial Day on Sunday 24 March from 8:30am – 1:30pm at the Queensland Tennis Centre.
Yours in tennis…
Mr Charlie Tsai
Head Tennis Coach
Canterbury College & Canterbury Taipans Club
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Subject: Registrations Open For 2024 Super 10’s Junior Tennis Competition
We are thrilled to announce that registrations for Super 10’s 2024 Term 1 are NOW OPEN.
The Super 10’s competition is an exciting opportunity for 10 & Under players to compete in a team environment.
Here are the key details regarding the Super 10’s:
Venue: Queensland Tennis Centre.
Age eligibility for Super 10s is as follows: All players must be aged 10 years old or under as of the Trial Day.
Players turning 11 years old during the season will be eligible to complete the competition for that term.
Super 10’s is a Green Ball team competition targeting aspiring tournament level players.
To register and learn more about the competition, please visit our website HERE.
We look forward to seeing young passionate and talented players on the court.
Thanks for your continued support, and let’s make Super 10’s a memorable and successful event.
Canterbury College's 2024-2027 Strategic Direction
Canterbury College's 2024-2027 Strategic Direction
This week, we launched our new Strategic Direction 2024-2027.
This document charts an ambitious agenda as Canterbury moves towards its 40th Anniversary in 2027 and our 50th Anniversary in 2037.
Included in the Strategic Direction document is a reiteration of what makes Canterbury 'Canterbury' - our motto, vision, values and expectations of our students.
But within the 25 strategies, spread across 5 spheres, I hope that parents, carers and staff are able to appreciate that we are embarking on some large scale reforms and improvements to the quality of our educational product and our campus.
I am ambitious for our students and our College.
What we are doing in the school is beginning to be noticed by other schools in the sector across Australia.
The profile of our talented staff is lifting.
The breadth and development of our students across the four dimensions of a Canterbury education - Academics, Sport, The Arts, Service and Leadership -- is also lifting.
The national awards and recognition that the College has received in the past five years is testament to the inspiring work occurring across all parts of our community.
We are responding in this document to some of the megatrends impacting education across the world -- generative AI, deregulated school days and blended learning, phonics-based literacy, 'big-data', character development, sustainability and the changing world of university and work.
Strategies sit within this document which actively engage with these issues at a school level, as they will impact the experience of our students over the next decade.
Importantly, within each Sphere, we have also acknowledged that there is continuous improvement required in the operations of the College and we have been careful to capture these priorities as well.
As our Junior School nears its capacity, our Senior School does have room to grow in size.
This will happen naturally as larger numbers push through from our Year 6 cohorts every year.
But we have a generous campus footprint, thanks to the foresight of the founders and early board members at Canterbury.
It is therefore not difficult to adjust our buildings and offerings to a larger Senior School of about 1,000 students by the end of the decade.
Planning will commence in this Strategic Direction cycle for at least one new state-of-the-art building for our Senior School students which transforms and amplifies their educational experience.
As is always the case, if there are any strategies or priorities in this document that you would like to discuss with me personally, my door is always open for conversations.
Kind regards
Mr Dan Walker
College Principal
Jasmine (Year 12) & Taylor (Year 9) Wheatley: 'Edgy And Hedgy' | Radio Appearances | December's Debut EP Release | EP Launch Tix ON SALE NOW @ Kingston Butter Factory!
Jasmine (Year 12) & Taylor (Year 9) Wheatley: 'Edgy And Hedgy' | Radio Appearances | December's Debut EP Release | EP Launch Tix ON SALE NOW @ Kingston Butter Factory!
Cranmer House’s Jasmine Wheatley (Year 12) and Taylor Wheatley (Year 9) have been pretty busy on the music entertainment front over this summer season.
It included releasing their debut EP back on 20 December 2023 titled ‘EST. 2019’ as the new band 'Edgy and Hedgy'.
To follow up, this dynamic musical duo performed two songs LIVE on air this morning (Monday 12 February) on Radio Logan 101FM at 10:15am on the Mike Bennett Show.
Two songs from their EP will also be played on Radio Logan 101FM's Songwriter Showcase this evening (Monday 12 February) around 10:15pm.
Talk about opening and closing the show!
Next on the gig calendar for this sister brother combo is officially launching their EP at the Kingston Butter Factory - 270 Jacaranda Avenue, Kingston on Saturday 16 March.
This will be a FREE event - but tickets still need to be booked online, as seating will be allocated, BY CLICKING HERE.
Canterbury students, staff and families are most welcome to attend and support Edgy and Hedgy in person!
This launch event will also feature the musical talents of Canterbury's Trio Bellissimo and recent Arts Captain - and extremely talented singing graduate - Nathaniel (Nate) Harris performing under his stage name 'N8'.
Their Spotify EP Link - EST. 2019 - EP by Edgy and Hedgy | Spotify
Their Instagram Account - @edgyandhedgy_official
Congratulations Jasmine and Taylor - unless you prefer 'Edgy and Hedgy' - and best of luck embarking on your musical careers!
PS: And just for clarification - Jasmine is Edgy and Taylor is Hedgy... :-)
Canterbury’s 37th Foundation Day Celebration! | 8:55am - 10:55am, Friday 15 March @ CEC & Oval 2 | Chapel Service, Principal’s Address, Special Guest Speaker, Alumnus of the Year Award, Cursus Magnus Annual College Relay Race
Canterbury’s 37th Foundation Day Celebration! | 8:55am - 10:55am, Friday 15 March @ CEC & Oval 2 | Chapel Service, Principal’s Address, Special Guest Speaker, Alumnus of the Year Award, Cursus Magnus Annual College Relay Race
What: Canterbury’s 37th Foundation Day Celebration!
Morning Chapel Service | Principal’s Address | Special Guest Speaker | Alumnus of the Year Award | Cursus Magnus Annual College Relay Race.
When: Friday Morning 15 March 2024.
8:30am – Form
8:45am – Move To CEC
8:55am – Morning Chapel Service: College Chaplain Reverend Dan Talbot
9:35am – Principal’s Address: Mr Dan Walker
9:42am – Special Guest Speaker: Mr Gordon Royall | Former Acting Headmaster, Dean of School (Secondary), Director of Activities, Secondary Teacher (1986 – 2000)
9:50am – Alumnus of the Year Award
9:55am – Move To Oval 2
10:15am – Cursus Magnus Annual College Relay Race
10:55am – Event Concludes | Morning Tea (First Break) Commences
Where: Canterbury College – Entry & Parking Via High Road Gate, High Road, Waterford.
CEC: Canterbury Events Centre – Morning Chapel Service | Principal’s Address | Special Guest Speaker | Alumnus of the Year Award.
Oval 2 Course Around Fields 3 & 4 – Cursus Magnus Annual College Relay Race.
NB: Moved from the Canterbury Athletics Track for the cooler grassed running surface.
Who: For Junior & Senior School Students & Staff. | ALL Parents & Carers Warmly Invited. | ALL Past Students & Staff Warmly Invited.
Hosts: Canterbury College Executive Leadership Team & Student Leadership Team.
RSVPs: Not Required.
Dress Code:
CEC Foundation Day Ceremony Attendees: Students – Summer School Uniform / Plus Blazers If On-Stage. | Parents & Carers, Past Students & Staff – Smart Casual.
Cursus Magnus Relay Race Runners: Student Teams – Please Change Into Your House Sport Uniform. | College Staff Team – FREE Official White Canterbury T-Shirt or Polo or Singlet Provided. | Past Students Alumni Team – FREE Official Grey Canterbury T-Shirt or Polo or Singlet Provided.
More Information
Canterbury celebrates its 37th Anniversary by reflecting on how far we’ve come, and looking forward to all the ‘milestones and magic’ still to come over the next 37 years…
Our official morning ceremony’s chapel service will give thanks and inspiration to our thriving Canterbury Community, followed by special presentations from our Principal and a former Acting Headmaster – who started with the College back in 1986, to honour our wonderful past.
And who will win our prestigious ‘Alumnus of the Year’ Award for 2024?
Then finally, it’s time for our much-anticipated Cursus Magnus, where eight teams of eight runners compete in our annual relay race, cheered on by the entire Canterbury Community:
- A Years 5–12 Student Team from each of the six Houses.
- Plus our Canterbury Alumni Past Students Team.
- Plus our College Staff Team.
Each runner must complete their required distance before passing the baton onto the next runner, until all eight runners have completed their turn, to find the overall winning team.
Best performing House WINS. Who will come out on top?
2023 Cursus Magnus Champions: Ramsey House
2022 Cursus Magnus Champions: Ramsey House
2021 Cursus Magnus Champions: Becket House
Come and show your House and College spirit as we host one of our biggest events for the year.
Happy Canterbury Foundation Day!
Contact: Senior School Admin – T: 07 3299 0843 | E: OR Junior School Admin – T: 07 3299 0847 | E:
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Dear Canterbury Alumni,
If you wish to…
Register for our Official Past Students Alumni Relay Race Team
OR
Nominate yourself or a fellow past student for the CAN: Canterbury Alumni Network ‘Alumnus of the Year’ Award
Thank you!
FREE Come ‘N’ Try Tennis Hotshots: Canterbury Taipans Open Morning | 7:30am – 10:30am, Saturday 16 March @ Canterbury Taipans Tennis Centre – For Ages 3 – 10 Years | Whole Logan Community
FREE Come ‘N’ Try Tennis Hotshots: Canterbury Taipans Open Morning | 7:30am – 10:30am, Saturday 16 March @ Canterbury Taipans Tennis Centre – For Ages 3 – 10 Years | Whole Logan Community
What: Come ‘N’ Try Tennis Hotshots: Canterbury Taipans Open Morning.
When: 7:30am – 10:30am, Saturday 16 March 2024.
Where: Canterbury Taipans Tennis Centre – Canterbury College.
– Entry & Parking Via Sports Precinct Gate, 182 Old Logan Village Road, Waterford.
– Venue includes full toilet, change-room, parent room, plus indoor and outdoor shower facilities.
Who: For Ages 3 – 10 Years | Whole Logan Community.
Hosts: Canterbury Taipans Tennis Centre Admin & Coaching Staff.
Cost: FREE Event!
RSVPs: Book your spot today! Simply email –
Dress Code: Appropriate Family-Friendly Club Social Tennis Gear.
Contact: Canterbury Taipans Tennis Centre – T: 07 3299 0900 | E:
Event Summary
Interested in joining our Canterbury Taipans Tennis Hotshots program to make new friends, improve your coordination and skills, and enjoy some tennis fun?
Then please come along…
To celebrate the launch of our new Blue Ball Tennis Hotshots program level – Launchpad Fundamental, we are holding a FREE open morning for all children aged 3 – 10 years-old.
Our Tennis Hotshots program is an excellent way for children to improve their coordination and fundamental motor skills, balance, movement, and ball-tracking skills, while developing a love and passion for what tennis is all about…
Class Levels & Times
Blue Ball Launchpad Fundamental – 7:30am
For Ages 3 – 5 Years | Coach:Class Ratio 1:6 | Mini Court | 30 Minute Lessons
Orange Ball Fundamental – 8:00am
For Ages 7 – 10 Years | Coach:Class Ratio 1:6 | ¾ Court | 60 Minute Lessons
Red Ball Fundamental – 9:00am
For Ages 5 – 8 Years | Coach:Class Ratio 1:6 | Mini Court | 45 Minute Lessons
Blue Ball Launchpad Fundamental – 9:45am
For Ages 3 – 5 Years | Coach:Class Ratio 1:6 | Mini Court | 30 Minute Lessons
See you there!
‘Find the Joy’ Logo Design Competition | Closes 9am Monday 11 March (Week 8) – ENTER NOW!
‘Find the Joy’ Logo Design Competition | Closes 9am Monday 11 March (Week 8) – ENTER NOW!
Are you a keen designer or even just a little creative?
We are looking for creative currently enrolled Years 5-12 students to design a suitable logo for our new Canterbury College collective theme: ‘Find the Joy’.
So please create your logo design, which must include the text ‘Find the Joy’ and reflect this joyful spirit, then SUBMIT YOUR ARTWORK ONLINE HERE.
DUE DATE: 9:00am Monday 11 March 2024 (Week 8).
The winner will be announced at School Assembly at the end of Term 1.
We can't wait to see your designs so good luck everybody!
FREE Come ‘N’ Try Swim Squad: Canterbury Taipans Open Trial Session | 3:30pm – 4:30pm, Monday 11 March @ Canterbury Taipans Aquatic Centre - Open ALL Age Groups | Whole Logan Community
FREE Come ‘N’ Try Swim Squad: Canterbury Taipans Open Trial Session | 3:30pm – 4:30pm, Monday 11 March @ Canterbury Taipans Aquatic Centre - Open ALL Age Groups | Whole Logan Community
What: Come ‘N’ Try Swim Squad: Canterbury Taipans Open Trial Session.
When: 3:30pm – 4:30pm, Monday 11 March 2024.
Where: Canterbury Taipans Aquatic Centre – Canterbury College.
- Entry & Parking Via Sports Precinct Gate, 182 Old Logan Village Road, Waterford.
- Venue includes full toilet, change-room, parent room, plus indoor and outdoor shower facilities.
Who: Open ALL Age Groups | Whole Logan Community.
Hosts: Canterbury Taipans Aquatic Centre Admin & Coaching Staff.
Cost: FREE Event!
RSVPs: Book your spot today! Simply email -
Dress Code: Appropriate Family-Friendly Club Social & Competitive Swimming Gear | Towel, Goggles, Swimming Cap, Footwear.
Contact: Canterbury Taipans Aquatic Centre - T: 07 3299 0900 | E:
Interested in joining our Canterbury Taipans Swim Squad program to make new friends, get fitter and more flexible, and enjoy some fun or fierce swimming competition?
Then please come along…
We have an amazing team of swimmers and coaches who love training and actively attend both Social and Competitive Swim Meets around Logan City, Brisbane and the Gold Coast.
Now Swim Squads are ability-focused, so anyone attending needs to have a reasonable level of competency across ALL four swimming strokes - freestyle, breaststroke, backstroke and butterfly.
And you must be able to complete laps of our heated, 10-lane, 50-metre Olympic-sized swimming pool in all strokes unaided.
Our qualified and experienced coaches will take you through warm-ups, stroke drills, diving practice, and fitness activities, with the intent of providing feedback on your recommended Swim Squad Level.
Our Canterbury Taipans Aquatic Centre’s Learn To Swim Coordinator and General Manager will be available to answer any questions regarding the different Swim Squad Levels and our Swimming Club membership options.
See you there and Splash On!
