Canterbury's (Weather Delayed) Tonga Appeal NOW Begins Friday 4 March! 🇹🇴

Canterbury's (Weather Delayed) Tonga Appeal NOW Begins Friday 4 March! 🇹🇴

On Friday 4 March 2022, we are starting our journey to support the families affected by the devastating effects of the volcanic event on the Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha’apai people, which left many children and parents with psychological trauma and without critical resources.

To support this cause, we are hosting a Sausage Sizzle with soft drink and Otai (a traditional watermelon drink) also available.

This will be held at Friday’s Second Break (Lunchtime) outside P Block under the pergola facing the ovals on that new later date.

Additionally, we will be holding an appeal to collect necessities over the next week ending Friday 4 March 2022.

Any donations can be brought to Mr Chris Nield’s Office (K5).

Donations can include:

  • Canned Foods
  • Clothes
  • Bags
  • Shoes, Slippers
  • Toys, Books, Colouring Pens, Pencils & Crayons
  • Girls Sanitary Products
  • School Backpacks
  • Towels
  • Wipes
  • Water Bottles
  • Dignity Kits
  • Sports Equipment

Your support would be appreciated. See you Friday!

From Jordan Grant - Canterbury College Social Justice Captain And the Prefect Team


2022 Canterbury Business Network Breakfast

2022 Canterbury Business Network Breakfast

Dear Valued Business Partners,

You are warmly invited to join us at our popular…

What: 2022 Canterbury Business Network Breakfast.

When: 6:45am For 7:00am Start – 8:30am, Friday 11 March 2022.

Where: Canterbury Functions Centre (Trade Training Centre Restaurant) - Canterbury College.
- Use Sports Precinct Gate, 182 Old Logan Village Road, Waterford.
- Plenty Of On-Site Parking.

Who: Canterbury Business Network Members.

If you wish to join our Canterbury Business Network to access our school community and student employment opportunities, please contact Mr Greg Wacker:
Tel - 0437 699 840  |  Email -

Canterbury Business Network Webpage

Dress Code: Business OR Smart Casual.

Breakfast Event Cost: $15 per person.

• Full Breakfast Buffet & Barista Coffee Van.

• Guest Speaker: Peter Maddock: Director - Advocacy, Engagement & Operations at the Office of the Queensland Small Business Commissioner.

With Jeni Walters: Marketing & Communications Team Member.

There are also representatives from the: Logan Office of Economic DevelopmentAustralian Retailers Association and the Beenleigh Yatala Chamber of Commerce.

Please RSVP via the 'Get Tickets' button on this Humanitix weblink.

Bookings Close 5:00pm Monday 7 March 2022.


Canterbury ‘Laps For Life’ Swimming Fundraiser – How Far Can We Go???

Canterbury ‘Laps For Life’ Swimming Fundraiser – How Far Can We Go???

What: Canterbury ‘Laps For Life’ Swimming Fundraiser – How Far Can We Go???

Swim laps, have fun and donate money to support our great cause helping youth mental health through Official Charity Laps For Life!

Laps For Life: Dedicated Canterbury Taipans Webpage

When: 11:00am – Until All Laps Are Done!, Saturday 19 March 2022.

Where: Canterbury College Aquatic Centre.
- Use Sports Precinct Gate, 182 Old Logan Village Road, Waterford.
- Plenty Of On-Site Parking.

Who: Open to ALL Canterbury Taipans Members, College Students, Families & Staff.
Open to ALL Waterford & Logan City Residents.

ALL ages and abilities welcome with professional swim instructors on-hand to assist any lap swimmers.

Cost: $5 Entry Per Person - To cover costs and goes towards the final donation with our thanks.

RSVP: Please book in with the Canterbury Taipans Swim Staff:
Tel – 07 3299 0900  |  Email - 

Featuring:

Lap Swimming: Everyone’s laps will be tallied into kilometres to see how far we can get as a team!

Waterford Coles = 3.3km, Brisbane’s Queen Street Mall = 30km, Australia Zoo = 109km, Byron Bay = 138km, Sydney = 888km, Melbourne = 1,724km, Perth = 4,318km, Hollywood = 11,556km, Buckingham Palace = 16,546km!

- Games & Dancing

- Bouncing Castle

- Sausage Sizzle and Splash & Smash Café Foods

- PLUS lots more…

So come along on the day and be part of the ‘feelgood’ fun!

Donations: Please click this weblink to donate directly with our BIG THANK YOU! - Laps For Life: Dedicated Canterbury Taipans Webpage


From The Principal: College Master Plan Consultation

From The Principal: College Master Plan Consultation

At the end of 2021, I announced that our Master Plan for the future buildings and grounds priorities of Canterbury College was drawing to a close.

This was the culmination of a wide consultation process involving parents, students, staff and the expert guidance of Wilson Architects, who were selected to lead the design.

The quality of the Master Plan has certainly been enhanced by the collaborative process we embarked on with our community.

We are now seeking to implement the delivery of this Master Plan through a Ministerial Infrastructure Designation (MID).

A MID is a process used by many independent schools, whereby final approval is granted by the Minister for State Development, Infrastructure, Local Government and Planning.

This MID community engagement process will commence in the coming days.

It will involve our local neighbourhood, the Logan City Council, elected representatives, and of course our Canterbury families.

The attached snapshot flyer and proposed diagram of our Master Plan captures the priorities for our buildings and grounds over the next decade and beyond.

Although our College is growing steadily to its enrolment cap in 2027, there are no plans for rapid expansion.

The decisions we will make about our facilities will always be driven by a commitment to deliver the best-quality learning environments for our students, that inspire them to reach their full potential.

This may involve removal of some older buildings, extensions and refurbishments, as well as some brand new buildings.

We will be hosting an information session for parents regarding the Master Plan and our immediate priorities.

Please stay tuned for the date claimer for this opportunity.

Kind regards

Mr Dan Walker

College Principal

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2022 Canterbury College - MID Proposed Site Masterplan PDF


Girls Hockey: Come And Give It A Go!

Girls Hockey: Come And Give It A Go!

Interested in trying out a new sport?

Want to meet some great girls and make a few new friends?

Well, hockey could be the sport for you!

We are holding a 'Come And Try' Session for any girls who are willing to try hockey out one afternoon here at the school.

You won't need any equipment, just a positive attitude and a willingness to give it a go...

What: Girls Hockey 'Come And Try' Session

When: 3:30pm - 4:45pm NEXT Wednesday 23 February 2022

Where: Canterbury Hockey Fields (down at the Athletics Track)

Dress Code: Sports Uniform

The girls will be commencing their pre-season training - so if you would like to try hockey, but can't make it next Wednesday - feel free to pop down during any training session on Wednesdays or Fridays from 3:30pm - 4:45pm.

I hope to see a few new faces down at the hockey fields!

If you need any further information, please contact Gian Bilston (Hockey Captain) or myself.

Thanks

Ms Kathy Simpson - 


TAS Trimester 2 Sports: Nominations OPEN NOW

TAS Trimester 2 Sports: Nominations OPEN NOW

Nominations are OPEN NOW for TAS Trimester 2 Sports: 🏑🏐🏉🎾🏆🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️👟

Girls: Hockey and Netball.

Boys: Rugby and Tennis.

Individual: Cross-Country and Track & Field.

Simply complete the Nomination Form by clicking HERE.

Come join the mighty Canterbury Taipans!

Nominations CLOSE 11:59pm THIS Sunday 20 February 2022.


2022 Canterbury Annual Alumnus Awards: Call For Nominations!

2022 Canterbury Alumni Network: Annual Alumnus Awards - Call For Nominations!

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Brekkie Buskers Start This Week!

Brekkie Buskers Start This Week!

As we get into 2022, the Brekkie Buskers are ready to kick off their performance schedule for the year ahead.

Please join us on Wednesday mornings at the Yalburru Cafe to support our students performing from 7:20am.

This week we will have performances from Year 12 Rock School Captain Charli Spiteri as well as Jordan Grant (Year 12) and Rory Walker (Year 11).

Check the Brekkie Buskers MyCC Page for updates and to see the performance schedule for the next few weeks.

If any students are interested in being part of the Brekkie Buskers, please contact Mr Simon Lane - 

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Flashing School Zone Safety Signs Coming Soon

Flashing School Zone Safety Signs Coming To Old Logan Village Road

In the coming weeks, flashing school zone safety signs will be installed on Old Logan Village Road.

Canterbury College was nominated to receive these new signs as part of a Queensland Government commitment to improve road safety around schools.

You will notice the new signs look similar to standard school zone safety signs, but with the addition of a red flashing ring around the speed limit, as well as two flashing yellow lights at the top of the sign.

The lights only flash during school zone times and only on school days.

The installation of flashing light school zone signs is proven to improve visibility of school zones, serving as an active reminder for motorists to slow down.

So next time you’re dropping off or picking up your child, keep an eye out for the new signs and make sure you stick to the signed speed limit.

Thank you!