EVENT WRAP: Inaugural Canterbury Boys First VI vs Past Students Mens Alumni VI Volleyball Showdown!
EVENT WRAP: Inaugural Canterbury Boys First VI vs Past Students Mens Alumni VI Volleyball Showdown!
With the week’s rainfall mercifully ending, and a beautiful early evening rainbow shining over the campus Sports Hall, our Inaugural Boys First VI vs Past Students Mens Alumni VI Volleyball Showdown was finally on Wednesday night 30 March - after two years of COVID-cancellations…
Our ‘sleeper hit’ event attracted 105 RSVPs shared between past students and their families and guests, current Years 10-12 secondary students, College staff and members of the Canterbury Alumni Network Committee, plus another 431 total online engagements over our event’s Facebook Livestream.
Watch the Facebook Livestream Recording HERE.
After the delicious free post-school/work BBQ outside, everybody gathered indoors at 6:00pm for the much anticipated showdown, hosted by fresh MC, past student, AND current Canterbury Junior School Teacher Mr Michael Brown.
Special guests included College Chairman Mr Jeff Thomas and his wife Mandy – there to watch their son Brent Thomas playing for the alumni team, Principal Mr Dan Walker and Volleyball Coach Mr Andrew Porter – there to (hopefully) guide his Boys First VI onto victory.
Canterbury’s undefeated 2022 TAS Trimester 1 Boys First VI were probably feeling pretty confident until the fit-looking tall timber (over six-foot) alumni squad showed up, bolstered by some recently graduated Class of 2021 Boys First VI Players.
This is how both teams lined up for the ‘best of three sets’ showdown:
2022 Canterbury Boys First VI Volleyball Team: Jalen Harrison (Captain), Elijah Walters, Hunter Edwards, Jack Henry, Jack Addley, Jackson King, Jeremy Kriletich. Coach: Mr Andrew Porter.
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Past Students Mens Alumni VI Volleyball Team: Brent Thomas (1996), Michael Holland (1997), Rob Joseph (2013), Will Glass (2017), Baxter Hood (2019), Jack Danbury (2020), Cam Andrews (2017), Casey Milne (2021), Anderson Som (2021), Brad Elms (1999), Tony Packenas (2001), Connor Addley (2021).
COVID Late Team Change: OUT - Baxter Hood. IN - Connor Addley.
There were no lead-up training sessions – players just brought their ‘game face’ and ‘game skills’ on the night - which suddenly had that exciting live ‘after dark’ sport audience atmosphere echoing throughout the hall.
SO… How did the fight for glory, bragging rights and the new shiny trophy actually go?
First Set: Past Students Alumni WON 25 - 15.
Wow – we have a game on our hands here!
Second Set: Current Student Firsts WON 25 - 23.
Phew - now that was a tense, close, tight tussle all the way…
Third Set: Current Student Firsts WON 25 - 11.
The fast-tiring alumni players battled uphill against the well-drilled current students, who enjoyed the advantage of a full Term 1 of TAS match cohesiveness, combinations and training drills behind them, as it all clicked together.
So CONGRATULATIONS to the 2022 Canterbury Boys First VI Volleyball Team - Inaugural event winners!
And a BIG thank you to everyone who attended, as we now look forward to the Inaugural Canterbury Girls First VI vs Past Students Womens Alumni VI Volleyball Teams Showdown scheduled for Term 3.
FUN FACT: That alumni player wearing the white singlet with the shaved head is Mr Brent Thomas (Class of 1996) - the man behind the legend behind the shield, that is the Canterbury Brent Thomas Volleyball Shield awarded each year to the College’s Best Volleyballer Player.
The FULL 71-image event photo gallery is in our College Facebook Albums collection.
Junior School: Boys Only Dance Group - BoyZone: REGISTER NOW!
Junior School: Boys Only Dance Group - BoyZone: REGISTER NOW!
What: Junior School Boys Only Dance Group - BoyZone: REGISTER NOW!
Starting in Term 2 and running into Terms 3 and 4, our experienced studio dance teacher will coach this group and work with the boys on their dance choreography and general enjoyment of dancing.
We warmly welcome ALL boys with ANY experience levels into this new ensemble.
When: 3:30pm - 4:30pm, Monday Afternoon Dance Lessons - Terms 2 and 3 plus some of Term 4.
Where: M12 Dance Studio (Near the College Auditorium / Performing Arts Theatre).
Who: ANY Interested Years 1-6 Canterbury Boys.
Coach: Miss Taylah Newton.
Dress Code:
- Years 1-3 Boys: Please do not change after school - simply wear your school uniform with sneakers or jazz shoes.
- Years 4-6 Boys: Please wear your Canterbury PE uniform with sneakers or jazz shoes.
Performances: There may be opportunities for:
- A Junior School Assembly Dance Performance.
- A Canterbury 'Dance Spectacular' Concert Performance.
Cost: $150 Once-Off Payment - Billed through sundry billing.
Entry: This group does NOT require an audition to enter.
RSVP: To enrol your son/s in this fun, healthy and social dance experience, PLEASE CLICK HERE by 5pm Good Friday 15 April 2022.
Please contact me at if you have any questions at all.
Kind regards,
Ms Rhiannon Ottrey
Dance and Drama Co-Curricular Coordinator
Canterbury College
Years 7-10 Students: Sign Up NOW For Australia’s Big Science Competition!
Years 7-10 Students: Sign Up NOW For Australia’s Big Science Competition!
What: Australia’s Big Science Competition.
The Big Science Competition is a nationwide 50-minute, multiple-choice questions competition that tests students’ science knowledge, critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Questions are set in real-life contemporary contexts, making them relatable… and interesting!
Participating in Australia’s Big Science Competition could lead to selection in Science extension programs like the Australian Science Olympiads and Curious Minds - Girls In STEM.
When: 1:30pm - 2:20pm, Thursday 12 May 2022 (Assembly Time Period).
Where: Venue TBC.
Who: ALL Canterbury Years 7 - 10 Students are invited to enter the competition.
However, ONLY the first 10 students in each year level will be chosen to enter - so please be quick to register your interest!
Cost: FREE!
Marketing items display an entry cost, but the College will cover this fee for all its participating students.
RSVP: Students wishing to enter this competition should please email Mr Emmanuel Hatzioannou - with Big Science Competition in the subject line before 11:59pm Friday 22 April 2022.
Your email should include your: Full Name, Year Level, Form Class and Science Teacher.
Important Information:
Students MUST bring their own laptops/devices as the test is conducted online.
For more information on Australia’s Big Science Competition please visit THIS WEBLINK HERE.
FINAL REMINDER: Inaugural Canterbury Boys First VI vs Past Students Men's Alumni VI Volleyball Showdown!
What: Inaugural Canterbury Boys First VI vs Past Students Men's Alumni VI Volleyball Showdown!
When: 5:30pm – 8:00pm, THIS Wednesday 30 March 2022.
5:30pm – Doors Open & FREE BBQ Starts.
6:30pm – Match Commences: 3 Sets x 20 Minutes Each.
7:30pm – Match Concludes.
8:00pm – Event Concludes After 30 Minutes Post-Match Social Time.
Where: The Sports Hall - Volleyball Courts.
- Access via Sports Precinct Gate, 182 Old Logan Village Road, Waterford.
- Plenty of on-site carparking available.
Who: ALL Current Canterbury Years 10-12 Secondary Students AND Past Students Alumni Spectators MOST WELCOME!
2022 Canterbury Boys First VI Volleyball Team: Jalen Harrison (Captain), Elijah Walters, Hunter Edwards, Jack Henry, Jack Addley, Jackson King, Jeremy Kriletich.
VS
Past Students Men's Alumni VI + Rotating Bench Volleyball Team: Brent Thomas (1996), Michael Holland (1997), Rob Joseph (2013), Will Glass (2017), Baxter Hood (2019), Jack Danbury (2020), Cam Andrews (2017), Casey Milne (2021), Anderson Som (2021), Brad Elms (1999), Tony Packenas (2001), Connor Addley (2021), (Spare: Andrew Porter).
NB: There will be no lead-up training sessions – just bring your ‘game face’ and ‘game skills’ on the night!
Years 10-12 Student Dress Code: School Uniform please.
*FREE BBQ FROM 5:30PM*
EVENT MUSIC & MC: Mr Michael Brown - Past Student & Current Teacher.
Cost: FREE!
Please come along to cheer on YOUR team of past OR present students, as they go head-to-head in a fight for glory and bragging rights…
AND enjoy the FREE BBQ after work or school!
NB: The Canterbury Girls First VI vs Past Students Women's Alumni VI Volleyball Teams Showdown scheduled for Term 3.
Student Free Days NOW Regular School Days: Tuesday 19 April And Monday 11 July 2022
Student Free Days NOW Regular School Days: Tuesday 19 April And Monday 11 July 2022
Dear Parents, Carers and Students,
To add some much-needed face-to-face teaching time back into our College’s academic calendar, we are converting the next two Student Free Days on Tuesday 19 April 2022 (after Easter Monday's public holiday) and Monday 11 July 2022 into normal school days.
We will never gain back all the regular school days we lost during Term 1 with the lengthy COVID-delayed start to the school year, and then during the recent Logan floods.
However, reclaiming these two days as regular school days will kick-start Term 2 and Term 3 one day earlier in the best spirit possible, of providing the maximum education experience here at Canterbury.
There are no plans whatsoever at this stage to convert either the QCAA Student Free Day or the December Student Free Days.
Your advance support of this necessary change is greatly appreciated in the best interests of our entire student body.
Kind regards
Mr Dan Walker
College Principal
TERM DATES: First School Day to Last School Day (Inclusive)
Term 1
Years 11 & 12 – Monday 31 January to THIS Friday 1 April 2022
All Other Year Levels – Monday 7 February to THIS Friday 1 April 2022
Term 2
Tuesday 19 April to Friday 17 June 2022
Term 3
Monday 11 July to Friday 16 September 2022
Term 4
Tuesday 4 October to Wednesday 30 November 2022
Final Day For Year 12: Friday 18 November 2022
STUDENT FREE DAYS
Tuesday 19 April 2022 - Cancelled
Monday 11 July 2022 - Cancelled
Friday 2 September 2022
Thursday 1 December 2022
Friday 2 December 2022
Canterbury Aqua Aerobics: Every Tuesday Evening + Wednesday Morning
Canterbury Aqua Aerobics: Every Tuesday Evening + Wednesday Morning
What: Canterbury Aqua Aerobics With Ms Vickie
When:
EVERY Tuesday Evening: 6:15pm – 7:00pm (45 Minute Class)
EVERY Wednesday Morning: 9:30am – 10:15am (45 Minute Class)
*EXCEPT Easter School Holidays 3-Week Break*
Where: Canterbury Taipans Aquatic Centre – Canterbury College.
- Heated Magnesium Pool.
- Use the Sports Precinct Gate, 182 Old Logan Village Road, Waterford.
- Plenty of onsite parking.
Who: EVERYONE WELCOME - College Families | Students | Staff | General Public.
Cost: $15 Per Person Per Class – Casual Public Entry.
RSVP: No need to RSVP – just come along with your swimwear and towel.
For more information – Tel: 07 3299 0900 | Email –
See you there – splash on down!
Top Benefits - Aqua Aerobics
1. Water supports your body, putting less stress on your joints and muscles.
2. Working out in water helps build strength, as pushing against the water activates your muscles.
3. Water pressure helps put less strain on your heart by moving blood around the body.
4. The impact of gravity is less in water, allowing a greater range of motion.
5. Working out in water helps prevent overheating, helping you exercise for longer.
6. And… it’s fun! How often can you say that about a workout?
Canterbury Taipans – Easter School Holidays: 4-Day Athletics Development Camps: BOOK NOW!
Canterbury Taipans – Easter School Holidays: 4-Day Athletics Development Camps: BOOK NOW!
OPEN TO ALL COLLEGE FAMILIES | STUDENTS | STAFF | THE GENERAL PUBLIC.
Experienced and fully qualified coaches.
Quality sport programs.
Professional standard athletics running track and facility.
Large fully equipped changerooms with parent rooms plus indoor and outdoor showers.
NEW Splash & Smash Café.
Canterbury student discounts.
WEEK ONE OPTION: Monday 4 – Thursday 7 April 2022
WEEK TWO OPTION: Monday 11 – Thursday 14 April 2022
• For ages 4-10 years old.
• Includes: Running Technique, High Jump, Long Jump, Discus, Shotput, Javelin.
• All events are rotated through each 3-hour session to maximise engagement.
• Our program teaches basic skills & fitness for each event in a safe & fun environment.
• Participants need to bring a hat, sunscreen, water bottle and morning tea snack.
• Ice block provided each day after the session is finished.
Time: 8:00am – 11:00am each morning.
DAY 4 Thursday Both Weeks: Participants MUST pack swimming gear for a special 11am - 12pm noon swim session AND 12pm noon Pizza Party at the adjoining Aquatic Centre.
Cost: $110 for all 4 sessions OR $35 per session.
BOOK NOW
Tel: 07 3299 0900 | Email: | ONLINE BOOKING WEBLINK HERE
LOCATION: Canterbury College - Athletics Track.
- Please use the Sports Precinct Gate via 182 Old Logan Village Road, Waterford.
- Then follow the signs with plenty of onsite parking.
YOUR HOSTS: Canterbury Taipans Athletics and Canterbury College.
Canterbury College - Sports Facilities Virtual Tour
Canterbury Taipans Sport Webpage
Canterbury Taipans – Easter School Holidays: 3-Day Tennis Camps: BOOK NOW!
Canterbury Taipans – Easter School Holidays: 3-Day Tennis Camps: BOOK NOW!
OPEN TO ALL COLLEGE FAMILIES | STUDENTS | STAFF | THE GENERAL PUBLIC.
Experienced and fully qualified coaches.
Quality sport programs.
8 International tournament standard hardcourt tennis courts.
Large fully equipped changerooms with parent rooms plus indoor and outdoor showers.
NEW Splash & Smash Café.
Canterbury student discounts.
WEEK ONE OPTION: Tuesday 5 – Thursday 7 April 2022
WEEK TWO OPTION: Tuesday 12 – Thursday 14 April 2022
• Players just need to bring their tennis racket, hat, sunscreen and water bottle.
• All players receive a certificate.
• Half AND Full Day Tennis Camps include Day 3 Pizza Party.
TENNIS CAMP OPTIONS
*Tiny Taipans Red Ball Tennis Camp*
• Three fun-filled mornings of Hot Shots classes for little champions aged 4-7 years.
• Perfect for young players looking to start their tennis pathway while making new friends.
• Loads of skills, games & prizes.
• New Hot Shots players get a FREE t-shirt with their registration.
• Morning tea fruit break provided.
Time: 8:00am – 9:30am each morning.
Cost: $90 for all 3 sessions OR $40 per session.
*Half Day Tennis Camp*
• Three intensive half-day clinics for beginner to mid-range players aged 8-12 years.
• Greatly improves playing technique in a Learn Through Play environment.
• New Hot Shots players get a FREE t-shirt with their registration.
• Morning tea fruit break provided.
Time: 8:45am – 12 noon each morning.
Cost: $130 for all 3 sessions OR $60 per session.
*Full Day Tennis Camp*
• Awesome three-day challenge for players keen to improve their match-play & fitness.
• Includes a morning of technique, athlete education, plus fun & games.
• Swimming 12:30pm - 1:00pm then Match-Play 1:15pm - 3:00pm.
• Morning tea fruit break & lunch provided.
Time: 8:45am – 3:00pm each day.
Cost: $160 for all 3 sessions OR $75 per session.
BOOK NOW
Tel: 07 3299 0900 | Email: | ONLINE BOOKING WEBLINK HERE
LOCATION: Canterbury College - Aquatic, Tennis & Athletics Centre.
- Please use the Sports Precinct Gate via 182 Old Logan Village Road, Waterford.
- Then follow the signs with plenty of onsite parking.
YOUR HOSTS: Canterbury Taipans Tennis and Canterbury College.
Canterbury College - Sports Facilities Virtual Tour
Canterbury Taipans Sport Webpage
Tiny Taipans – Easter School Holidays: 4 OR 5-Day ‘Learn To Swim’ Intensive Programs: BOOK NOW!
Tiny Taipans – Easter School Holidays: 4 OR 5-Day ‘Learn To Swim’ Intensive Programs: BOOK NOW!
OPEN TO ALL COLLEGE FAMILIES | STUDENTS | STAFF | THE GENERAL PUBLIC.
Experienced and fully qualified coaches.
Quality sport programs.
Heated 10-lane Olympic-sized 50-metre Lap pool.
Dedicated heated marquee-enclosed ‘Learn To Swim’ pool.
Large fully equipped changerooms with parent rooms plus indoor and outdoor showers.
NEW Splash & Smash Café.
WEEK ONE OPTION: Monday 4 – Friday 8 April 2022 - FULL 5 DAYS.
WEEK TWO OPTION: Monday 11 – Thursday 14 April 2022 - ONLY 4 DAYS DUE TO GOOD FRIDAY PUBLIC HOLIDAY (Friday 15 April).
• For ages 3 years & up.
• Five swimmers per 30-minute class.
• Levels: Cuttlefish, Crayfish, Lobsters, Swordfish, Marlins, Dolphins, Sharks.
Morning Class Lessons - Start Times (Half Hour Sessions): 8:00am, 8:30am, 9:00am, 9:30am.
WEEK ONE
Class Option A: 5-Day Week Cost: $80 per swimmer for 5 x Half Hour morning class lessons plus 1 x FREE Term 2 lesson.
NEW Private Option B: 5-Day Week Cost: $100 per swimmer for 5 x 20 Minute private lessons from 10am onwards.
WEEK TWO
Class Option A: 4-Day Week Cost: $65 per swimmer for 4 x Half Hour morning class lessons plus 1 x FREE Term 2 lesson.
NEW Private Option B: 4-Day Week Cost: $80 per swimmer for 4 x 20 Minute private lessons from 10am onwards.
BOOK NOW
Tel: 07 3299 0900 | Email: | ONLINE BOOKING WEBLINK HERE
LOCATION: Canterbury College - Aquatic, Tennis & Athletics Centre.
- Please use the Sports Precinct Gate via 182 Old Logan Village Road, Waterford.
- Then follow the signs with plenty of onsite parking.
YOUR HOSTS: Canterbury College and Canterbury Taipans Swimming.
Canterbury College - Sports Facilities Virtual Tour
Canterbury Tiny Taipans Swim School Webpage
UPDATED: Inaugural Canterbury Boys First VI vs Past Students Alumni VI Volleyball Showdown!
UPDATED: Inaugural Canterbury Boys First VI vs Past Students Alumni VI Volleyball Showdown!
What: Inaugural Canterbury Boys First VI vs Past Students Alumni VI Volleyball Showdown!
When: 5:30pm – 8:00pm, NEXT Wednesday 30 March 2022.
5:30pm – Doors Open & FREE BBQ Starts.
6:30pm – Match Commences: 3 Sets x 20 Minutes Each.
7:30pm – Match Concludes.
8:00pm – Event Concludes After 30 Minutes Post-Match Social Time.
Where: The Sports Hall - Volleyball Courts.
- Access via Sports Precinct Gate, 182 Old Logan Village Road, Waterford.
- Plenty of on-site carparking available.
Who: ALL Current Canterbury Years 10-12 Secondary Students AND Past Students Alumni Spectators MOST WELCOME!
2022 Canterbury Boys First VI Volleyball Team: Jalen Harrison (Captain), Elijah Walters, Hunter Edwards, Jack Henry, Jack Addley, Jackson King, Jeremy Kriletich.
VS
Past Students Alumni VI + Rotating Bench Volleyball Team: Brent Thomas (1996), Michael Holland (1997), Rob Joseph (2013), Will Glass (2017), Baxter Hood (2019), Jack Danbury (2020), Cam Andrews (2017), Casey Milne (2021), Anderson Som (2021), Brad Elms (1999), Tony Packenas (2001), (Spare: Andrew Porter).
NB: There will be no lead-up training sessions – just bring your ‘game face’ and ‘game skills’ on the night!
Years 10-12 Student Dress Code: School Uniform please.
*FREE BBQ FROM 5:30PM*
EVENT MUSIC & MC: Mr Michael Brown - Past Student & Current Teacher.
Cost: FREE!
Please come along to cheer on YOUR team of past OR present students, as they go head-to-head in a fight for glory and bragging rights…
AND enjoy the FREE BBQ after work or school!
