We celebrate the important role that mothers and women play in our families and within community. Many of us will have benefited from the unconditional love of our mums, their patience, their often unseen service and the special role they have played in guiding and encouraging us across all dimensions of life. Women, through many roles as mothers, family members, teachers, coaches and mentors, will have contributed strongly to our growth. As a community, we continue to benefit strongly from the generosity and tremendous capability of mothers and women.
We wish all mothers a very special Mother’s Day on Sunday and say thank you to all the women of this community for who they are and what they give. We pray that God would continue to bless all women and this community through the special and diverse roles that women play.
Principal’s Log
Over this week, we have the opportunity to respond to the needs of people in our local community through donating to the Salvation Army as part of the Red Shield Appeal. These small acts of kindness make a significant difference for people in our local area and also encourage the Salvation Army in their work. We thank our community for your generosity and Chaplain Mark Hauser for his leadership.
It has been a busy week for our Friends of Pacific. Last Friday, we welcomed and prayed for our Parent Connectors at Chapel and then met with them to provide further insights into the College and ways they can enhance community. We thank our Parent Connectors for their willingness to take on this important role and the Friends of Pacific team for their support. Our Parent Connectors appreciated the insights and guidance provided by Head of Student Engagement and Staff P-5, Mr Damian Davis and Director of Staff, Mrs Kim Bonello. The students then greatly appreciated the opportunity to purchase that special gift through the Mother’s Day stall this week. Thank you to Mrs Jane Hill and her team for providing this opportunity of joy!
Later in this newsletter, our College Counsellors provide some thoughts to assist young people and families to grow through friendship changes, including the challenges that can arise through the use of social media. Supporting young people to grow through times of hurt and disappointment, including the importance and benefits of being true to personal values of kindness and compassion equips young people to stand graciously strong, both now and into the future.
It was pleasing to see students embrace the opportunity to compete with enthusiasm in last week’s Cross Country events. We congratulate all students who gave their best and thank parents and staff who braved the variable weather conditions to support the students. A particular thank you to Heads of Sport, Mr Darren Hooper, and Mr CameronWest-McInnes and Sports Administrator, Mrs Lisa Muir for their very capable organisation and leadership of the event. Congratulations to Buran House who won both Championship trophies and to Wira House who won the Spirit trophy at both events.
Our Year 10 students have commenced planning for their future pathways. This has included the completion of a Career Cluster Quiz which provides insight for young people and their families into future career pathways. Year 10 families are encouraged to read the article from the Head of Career Development, Mrs Veronica Sanmarco and complete the actions listed to prepare for and book their SET plan consultation.
We encourage new and continuing families to join us for our Open Day on Sunday 18th May from 12:30pm to 3:30pm. This is a great opportunity for families to connect with our College community and explore the next stage of their child’s educational journey. Guided by our Middle and Senior College students, tours will showcase key learning areas including the Library, Wellbeing Centre, IT, Japanese, Outdoor Education, STEM and the Pacific Art Gallery, with hands-on activities throughout the day. Families can enjoy performances by our talented musicians and Senior students, who will preview scenes from the highly anticipated Into the Woods musical. Families can also explore our Prep, Early Learning Centre and Year 3 to 5 classrooms and sample food and drinks from our Coral Café or the Friends of Pacific BBQ. New families who wish to learn more about the College can register by visiting our website and following the Open Day registration process.
We say a prayer of thanks for the important role that mothers and women play within our community and trust that you all have a special Mother’s Day over the weekend.
Dr Bronwyn Dolling, Principal
From the College Chaplain
Seeing those in need
In Luke 16, Jesus gives us a story about a rich man (we don’t know his name) and a poor man named Lazarus. The rich man lived in comfort, wore expensive clothes, and ate well every day. Meanwhile, Lazarus lay outside his gate, sick and starving, hoping for scraps from the table.
What’s surprising in the story is that the rich man didn’t hurt Lazarus—he just ignored him. He stepped over him, walked past him, and chose not to see him. And Jesus’ message in this story is this: real justice begins with seeing the people who are so often overlooked.
When I hear this bible reading, I often think of how insensitive the rich man was. How could someone with such wealth be so selfish and ignorant of someone in need, right on his doorstep? I would never do that!
Or would I?
At times, I am as guilty as the rich man in overlooking those who are in need. Not because I don’t care—but because I get busy, distracted, or comfortable. I might get too comfortable in my own life, or only think about my own situation, or (even worse) tell myself someone else will help. It’s easy to miss those who are hurting when we’re focused on our own lives. But Jesus challenges us not to look away—to see, to stop, and to respond.
This week, our school is supporting the Salvation Army’s Red Shield Appeal, and it’s the perfect time to reflect on what it means to see and respond to those in need. The Red Shield Appeal isn’t just a fundraiser—it’s a lifeline for those in need in our local community. The donations raised go directly to helping people facing homelessness, family violence, addiction, financial hardship, and food insecurity.
For many of us, it's easy to assume everyone around us is doing okay. We often don’t see the single mum struggling to pay the next bill, the family choosing between heating and groceries, or the teenager going to school hungry. But organisations like the Salvation Army do see them—and they step in to help. And through the Red Shield Appeal, we get to be part of that.
This week, we have an incredible opportunity to donate food items or bring in a few dollars to buy a sausage or pikelet. These may seem like small actions, but they carry a powerful message: You are seen. You matter. You’re not alone.
The Red Shield Appeal reminds us that justice isn’t about big speeches or public acts of service — it’s about choosing to notice the people who are in need, and doing what we can to help. It’s understanding that we have the ability to make a difference, even in small ways. And one of the best parts about the Pacific community is that we can be those people who don’t just walk past—but who stop, see, and choose to act. Just like Jesus does for us!
Mr Mark Hauser, College Chaplain
From the Head of Student Engagement Senior College
Just and Being Just in an Unjust World
In Weeks 3 and 4 of this term, our College community turns its attention to justice—a fitting theme given our recent Easter celebrations and Remembrance as a community at ANZAC Day. Justice is a concept that underpins how we live together, how we learn, and how we grow. Justice can be seen as a cornerstone of civil society—upheld in institutions, taught in our homes, debated in classrooms, and lived out in our daily lives and relationships.
Yet, in a world rife with inequality, violence, corruption, and exclusion, we are often confronted by its absence. So, what does it mean to be “Just”, and how do we live out justice in a world that doesn’t always seem fair?
The Injustice Faced by Jesus
In the Gospel of Mark, we read the account of Jesus being betrayed, abandoned, falsely accused, unfairly tried, and ultimately crucified. His experience was one of overwhelming injustice. In Mark 14, Jesus is in the Garden of Gethsemane, deeply distressed and overwhelmed with sorrow for humankind. He knows what lies ahead. The betrayal by Judas isn’t just a personal rejection—it sets into motion a chain of events where truth is bent, power is abused, and innocence is disregarded. By Mark 15, Jesus stands before Pilate, a Roman governor who symbolises a broken political system. Though Pilate finds no fault in Jesus, he yields to public pressure and condemns him to death (Mark 15:15). This is a brutal scene of injustice. And yet, Jesus does not respond with hatred. Jesus forgives. Jesus endures. Jesus acts with dignity. This response reminds us that true justice isn't about revenge or self-preservation; it's about truth, compassion, and faithfulness to one's values, even when the world is unjust.
People the Focus
At Pacific, we begin with People the Focus. Justice, at its heart, is relational. It is not abstract; it lives in how we treat one another. When students feel heard, when they feel safe, when fairness is prioritised over control, we begin to cultivate a just environment. Being means recognising the value of every person—seeing beyond labels, appearances, or academic results. Jesus constantly placed people at the centre: the marginalised, the forgotten, the voiceless. He showed us that justice is personal. So, too, must our approach to student leadership, behaviour support, and peer relationships be rooted in the dignity of each person. Justice in our context means standing against bullying, racism, sexism, and exclusion—not only in response, but in prevention. It means walking alongside struggling students and asking, "How can we support you better?" In doing so, we live out the belief that every individual is created in the image of God (Genesis 1:27).
Learning the Purpose
Justice must also be taught—and caught—through education. Learning the Purpose means our teaching must go beyond content to character. Students need opportunities to develop ethical reasoning, empathy, and the skills to engage with the world critically and compassionately. Justice in the modern educational setting involves guiding students to understand systems of inequality and how their voice and choices can influence change. According to the Australian Curriculum (ACARA, 2023), promoting intercultural understanding and critical thinking is key to helping young people become active, informed citizens. Regardless of curriculum, educational or pedagogical context, we strive to create space for students to reflect on current events, examine ethical dilemmas, and practise respectful dialogue. This helps students not only understand justice but also become agents of it.
Christ the Way
Our final value—Christ the Way—grounds our understanding of justice in the example of Jesus. He didn’t just talk about justice; he embodied it. He healed the sick, uplifted the poor, confronted hypocrisy, and welcomed the outcast. His way was radical not because it overthrew empires, but because it changed hearts.
In following Christ, we are called to do likewise. Micah 6:8 reminds us:
“What does the Lord require of you but to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?”
Justice in the Christian life is not optional. It is a calling—to see the world as God sees it, to challenge what is wrong, and to restore what is broken. In Christ, we are shown that love and justice are inseparable.
Justice and Student Engagement
Justice within a school cannot exist without student engagement. When students are given voice, when they are invited to lead, and when their ideas are valued, students are empowered, and justice grows. According to the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL, 2020), student voice enhances wellbeing, improves learning outcomes, and strengthens school culture. Examples like peer mentoring, student-led initiatives through our Pacific Action Groups, and College-wide restorative practices allow students to practise and promote justice. They become not just learners, but leaders of integrity.
Being just in an unjust world can feel overwhelming. But justice isn’t just about grand reforms or public protests. It starts with small, courageous acts: speaking up for someone being excluded, owning up when we’ve done wrong, choosing kindness over cruelty, and asking hard questions. Jesus invites us to a different way—a path marked by truth, humility, and grace. As a College community, may we be known for honouring each other, teaching for life, and walking the way of Christ with courage.
Mr Nigel Farley, Head of Student Engagement Senior College
Head of Staff and Student Engagement P-5
Involvement to Engagement
Since the inception of the College, the parents and wider community have played an integral part in the formation of Pacific and the learning that happens both on campus and at home.
Last week we were fortunate to welcome our Parent Connectors at our P-5 Chapel. The work they do is crucial to the continuity of the College and their support of the Friends of Pacific ensures that College events and activities run smoothly. This coupled with welcoming new families to the College and organising social connections helps grow connections across all areas of Pacific.
Over the past year and a half, a select group of staff have engaged in the ISQ mastering Parent Engagement course. This year, we have continued to build on this by connecting in the Parent Engagement Plus course. The main message surrounds the movement of involvement to engagement.
We recognise that meaningful parent engagement is a powerful contributor to student success. When families and schools work together, students experience greater motivation, improved behaviour, and stronger academic achievement. Engagement goes beyond simply attending events—it includes ongoing communication, shared expectations, and collaborative support for each child's learning journey. By fostering positive relationships and open dialogue between home and school, we build a strong foundation that enhances student confidence and wellbeing.
Research consistently shows that students perform better when their families are actively involved in their education. This connection is especially important in building learning habits that last a lifetime. Whether it's through supporting homelearning routines, attending learning celebrations, or having conversations about school experiences, every act of engagement counts.
Over recent weeks in this newsletter, Mrs Sue Zweck, Head of Learning K-5, has outlined parent strategies, 9 Apps for Parents that will support engagement with your child’s learning and in turn, create the synergy between the College and home and enhance the learning environment in both.
At Pacific, we deeply value the partnership with parents and carers as co-educators and are committed to creating opportunities that nurture this vital connection. Together, we can empower each young person to flourish across all areas of life.
Outdoor Education
When the Pacific Way was being planned, there was an intentionality in involving Outdoor Education in the finished proposal. Engagement in Outdoor Education supports understanding of our connections to nature and grows many important capabilities including what achievement looks like in an unfamiliar context. Students learn to value their relationships with each other and God, assess risk, build their communication skills, self-awareness and appreciation of nature.
Next week, our Year Four students attend their outdoor education experiences and we look forward to hearing about their experiences and growth within themselves. I thank Mr Paul Brace, the Year Four Teaching Team and the many staff involved in preparing this rich experience for our students. I look forward to witnessing the learning connection between the College and the outdoor classroom.
P-2 Carpark.
A gentle reminder that the P-2 carpark has been designed to be used with specific purpose in mind. The drop-off zone has recently been re-marked to ensure that there are clear spaces for parents to utilise. Parents are reminded that when using this space, adults are to always remain with their car. Leaving vehicles unattended in this area creates unwanted congestion and frustration of others using this area.
At school, students are reminded that they are to use designated paths to access the middle parking spaces. Taking children across areas where there are vehicles moving is potentially dangerous to all involved. We thank you in advance for co-operating with these guidelines.
Take care and God bless
Mr Damian Davis, Head of Staff and Student Engagement: P-5
From the Head of Career Development
Careers News
Year 10 Career Exploration and Senior Education Training (SET) Plan Conversation
Over the past three weeks, Year 10 students have engaged in career exploration as part of their Personal Development classes. This included exploring various industries, occupations, and career clusters.
Step 1: Review Career Cluster Quiz Results
As part of this process, students completed the Career Cluster Quiz, a 30-question online quiz. Each question offers two statements, and students select the one that best aligns with their preferences. Instead of giving a single result, the quiz shows how students scored in each career cluster.
• Action: An electronic copy of the quiz results will be sent to the email address students registered under for the quiz. We encourage students and their families to review the results together.
Step 2: Complete the Careers Questionnaire
The next step in the Senior Education and Training (SET) Plan conversation is for students and their parent/carer to complete the electronic Careers Questionnaire. This will be sent to students via email this week. The questionnaire is designed to help students reflect on their interests, values, skills, and long-term goals.
• Action: Please complete the Careers Questionnaire as part of your SET Plan preparation.
Step 3: Book Your SET Plan Consultation
As part of the SET Plan process and to build student agency, we encourage students to book their own appointment for a consultation. Students are welcome to attend the meeting on their own, or they can choose to have a parent/carer join them, either in person or via Teams.
• Action: To schedule the Year 10 Senior Education Training Plan Consultation, please follow this link: Pacific Lutheran Careers Support.
During the consultation, we will discuss the Career Cluster report and the questionnaire, as well as provide recommendations for Year 11 and12 subject selection.
Important Dates
• Year 11 Information Evening: Tuesday, 3rd June 2025
• Year 11 Subject Selection Evening: Tuesday, 17th June 2025
We encourage families to attend these important events to learn more about Year 11 and 12, subject offerings and external qualifications.
Mrs Veronica Sanmarco, Head of Career Development
Food for Thought
Supporting Healthy Friendships in Young People
Friendships are vital in a young person’s life, offering connection, comfort, and a space to grow socially and emotionally. However, friendships can be complex and may change over time, which can be challenging for students still developing the skills to navigate these changes.
At Pacific, we observe the significant impact friendships have on student wellbeing, engagement, and self-esteem. Therefore, it's crucial for our school community to support students in building healthy friendships and learning to navigate friendship changes and conflicts respectfully.
Navigating Conflict and Change
Friendship challenges are normal and, in fact, an important part of development. However, they can be distressing—especially when emotions run high. Our role as adults is not to remove all discomfort, but to help students learn to:
· Recognise their own feelings
· Communicate clearly and respectfully
· Set and respect boundaries
· Apologise and forgive when needed
· Know when a friendship may no longer be healthy
Not all friendships last forever, and that’s okay. Change is part of life, and learning to manage change with maturity is a vital life skill.
The Digital Dimension: Social Media and Friendship Dynamics
In today's world, many young people communicate online and through messaging platforms. While these tools offer opportunities for connection, they also introduce new challenges in how friendships are formed and maintained.
Digital interactions can sometimes lead to misunderstandings, as the absence of tone and body language may cause messages to be misinterpreted. Additionally, the immediacy and public nature of social media can escalate conflicts, making it harder for young people to resolve issues privately and constructively. Studies have shown that the pressure to be constantly available online and to respond promptly to messages can contribute to "digital stress," which may strain friendships and increase the likelihood of conflicts.
Moreover, the curated nature of social media profiles can lead to comparisons and feelings of inadequacy among peers, potentially impacting self-esteem and the quality of friendships. It's important for young people to understand that online representations often don't reflect the full reality of someone's life.
To support our students in navigating these digital landscapes:
· Encourage open conversations about their online experiences and feelings.
· Teach digital literacy skills, including understanding the impact of their online behaviour.
· Promote the importance of face-to-face interactions to build deeper, more empathetic connections.
· Guide them in setting healthy boundaries for screen time and online engagement.
By fostering awareness and resilience, we can help young people manage their online interactions in ways that support healthy, respectful friendships.
How Can We Support Our Young People?
· Model healthy relationships: Young people learn from how we speak, listen, and resolve conflict.
· Listen without judgment: Sometimes they just need someone to hear them out before offering solutions.
· Validate their experiences: Let them know it’s okay to feel hurt or confused.
· Teach problem-solving skills: Help them think through next steps rather than stepping in to "fix" the problem.
· Encourage diverse connections: A broad social network gives students options and builds resilience.
At Pacific, we support these conversations through pastoral care, student wellbeing, and counselling where needed. We also encourage open dialogue between home and the College, as partnership plays a key role in guiding students through the ups and downs of growing up.
PLC Counselling Team
Mr Brendan Macaulay, Head of Student Support, Mrs Kelsie Munroe, Middle Years Counsellor and Mrs Sara Taverner, Learning Enrichment P -5 & Counsellor
College News
Health News
Year 7 & 10 Vaccinations
Pacific Lutheran College is participating in Queensland Health’s annual School Immunisation Program for Year 7 &10. The vaccination clinic for Year 7 & 10 students will be held on the 14th May 2025 by Oz Care. All Year 7 &10 students will be offered free vaccinations to protect against vaccine preventable diseases. Students who are vaccinated will be given a Record of Vaccination to bring home to ensure their immunisation records are kept up to date. The vaccination will be conducted by a team of authorised registered nurses from Ozcare which is the service provider for the Queensland Health School Immunisation Program.
An email to Year 7 & 10 parents was sent home on the 12th of March. If you have any questions, please contact the Health Centre.
Mrs Sigrid Davis andMrs Julie Clucas, College Nurses
Open Day
Join us at Pacific Lutheran College’s Open Day on Sunday 18th of May 2025 from 12:30pm-3:30pm and discover how we empower young minds to thrive. Meet our students and teachers who will showcase the skills, creativity and confidence that make a difference in the world.
Our College photography day is coming up soon- Tuesday 27th May. Group and portrait photographs can be purchased by following the advancedlife link below. If you prefer to order using an envelope please visit the College main office, collect an order envelope and hand your payment to the advancedlife photographer on the school photo day.
Two easy ways to purchase:
1. Visa, MasterCard or PayPal
2. Cash – complete the envelope supplied and return it to the advancedlife photographer on photo day
• Online orders - do not require an envelope returned to your school.
• Sibling Photos - Don’t forget to pre-order your sibling photos online up to 24 hours before photo day. The College is provided with a list of sibling orders, so no one misses out. Sibling photographs only apply to children enrolled at PLC and in Prep-12.
• Late fees - a late fee will be applied to each package purchased AFTER photo day due to the additional cost of producing these packages separately.
• Package delivery - School photographs will be returned approximately 6 weeks after the day of photography. Please note this delivery timeframe depends on proofing.
• Previous Years’ photos - Past years’ photographs are also available to order under the “previous years or group photo” tabs at your school’s advancedorder site when you click on the “Order School Photos Here” button above. You can also order past packages, portrait images and gifts from your child’s unique, individual and secure advancedyou image archive site using the unique 9-digit image code found on packages you have ordered in the past.
Chess Mates
Library News
Jane Austen Week
This week, the College library celebrated the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen’s birth. Library staff impressed students by dressing in costume and there was a range of exciting activities for all ages. Students bravely learned Regency-era dances, tried their hands at embroidery, found Jane Austen’s missing manuscript in an escape room, explored Jane Austen’s novels through a story walk, had fun at the College library trivia competitions and on Friday students will have a chance to make a Regency fan. Many thanks to Mrs Colleen Beattie, Head of Department Hospitality and Mrs Rhana Holt, Food Technology Aide for their wonderful job catering for the Regency high tea.
Ms Nell Keen, Teacher Librarian
Uniform Shop
The weather may not be cold just yet, but Winter is coming with the wearing of the Winter uniform commencing on Monday May 12th. The Uniform Shop stocks all the College’s Winter Uniform requirements.
Years 10 - 12 students are required to wear the Formal Blazer during Winter. Male students are required to be dressed in trousers, belt and tie. A trouser and blouse option is available for female students if they prefer to wear pants. Microfibre tights are also available at the Uniform Shop and an option for female students to wear in addition to the College dress.
Years 6 – 9 male students are also required to wear the College tie when the winter uniform begins.
Junior College students can purchase the College V-neck knitted jumper to wear with their Formal Uniform. Trousers are available for male and female students as well as ribbed tights for girls to wear with the College dress. Sports jackets and tracksuit pants are available to purchase to wear with the sports uniform only.
Sports jackets and tracksuit pants are available to purchase for those students in Prep. The tracksuit jacket and pants can be worn with the sports uniform from Prep to Year 12.
If you have any questions regarding the Winter Uniform requirements, please contact Peta King at the Uniform Shop.
The Uniform opening hours are -
Monday – Thursday 8.00am – 10.30am
Tuesday Afternoon from 2.00pm – 4.00pm
Please contact the College’s Main Reception on 5436 7300 to make an appointment.
Flexischools orders are also available for your Uniform needs. These orders are completed Monday - Thursday and delivered to the students’ classrooms in the Foundation and Junior College and to the PCG pigeonholes in the Wellbeing Centre for Middle and Senior College students. Please ensure ordered uniforms are collected promptly to ensure that they do not go missing.
Mrs Peta King, Uniform Convenor
OCEANfest 2025
OCEANfest ‘One World’ 2025 - Get ready for an unforgettable night!
We’re thrilled to announce some incredible partners joining us for OCEANfest One World 2025! A huge welcome to Educlean as our One World Partner, whose support is helping us bring our biggest celebration yet to life. We're also excited to have Sharp Line Interiors on board as our Silver Sponsor and extend our thanks to the Hon.Jarrod Bleijie MP for backing the event as a Bronze Sponsor. There are still amazing opportunities to get involved—Gold Sponsorship, the Lazer Show, Highflyers Bar, and stall sponsorships are still up for grabs! Every bit of support, big or small, goes a long way in making OCEANfest an unforgettable experience for our community. If you're interested in partnering with us, we’d be incredibly grateful for your support! See below for how you can get involved!
Moffat Beach Brewing Co. will be on-site with their award-winning beers, while favourites like Yassou, That Pizza Guy, Potato Slinky, and Mr Whippy will be serving up delicious treats. The Lions BBQ will be sizzling, and there will be a variety of parent-led food and activity stalls that are sure to please everyone. Enjoy exploring the animal farm, a mini disco for the juniors, exciting prizes and so much more! Don’t forget about the 8 carnival rides for all ages that will keep the excitement going all night long! This year, we’re also offering some exclusive perks to elevate your OCEANfest experience. Plus, stay tuned - soon, students from ELC to Year 6 will receive their themes for the highly anticipated Cent Auction*.
Become a Sponsor of OCEANfest ‘One World’
We invite our parent community to be a part of OCEANfest ‘One World’ 2025 – an event that promises to be bigger and better than ever before! Hosted by Friends of Pacific and Pacific Lutheran College, this vibrant festival is designed for the whole family and will be an unforgettable celebration of community. It’s an afternoon filled with fun, adventure, and surprises as you journey around the world, celebrating the environment and the diverse cultures that unite us all on our interconnected planet. Check out the video below to experience the energy from the 2023 OCEANfest event!
We are looking for exciting prizes for our Galactic Raffle! If you own a business or know of one that can donate, please reach out to Louise Walker at fop@pacluth.qld.edu.au or Mrs Jodi Nielsen at jnielsen@palcuth.qld.edu.au Any contribution, big or small, is greatly appreciated!
We also invite all families within our College community to help make OCEANfest ‘One World’ 2025 truly special by sharing a piece of your unique culture! Whether it's through food, dance, song or art, this is a wonderful opportunity to showcase the traditions, stories and talents that make our community so vibrant and connected. If you’d like to contribute, we’d love to hear from you and explore how you can get involved!
If you're interested in supporting and participating in this exciting event, we would love to hear from you!
Ms Samantha Barrass, Communications and Community Liaison
Friends of Pacific
Connecting College and Community
Parent Connectors Morning Tea
Last Friday we joined many of our Parent Connectors at a special Junior Chapel service followed by a College induction and morning tea. We look forward to working with our College Parent Connectors this year, especially with our upcoming OCEANfest stalls.
Mother’s Day Stall
This week we had an amazing morning with the Mother’s Day stall thanks to Jane Hill – a huge thank you to Jane who sourced so many beautiful gifts. We don’t want to spoil the surprise, so no photos of gifts yet. Thank you to all our volunteers, we hope all the mums and special ladies in our children’s lives enjoy their thoughtfully chosen presents this weekend. Thank you to Mr Ackerman for getting up before dawn to he
Mother’s Day Pop Up Stall
This Friday 8-8:20am and 3- 3-3:30pm near the library. Come and buy a beautiful gift for someone special in your life.
We are excited to help with our upcoming Pacific Athletics Carnivals – it has been great that we already have parents asking if they can assist – so we thought we would share the volunteer sign-ups for these events now. Both the Junior and Senior carnivals will be held at The University of Sunshine Coast.
Last Friday’s Cross Country Carnival brought a mix of sunshine, rain and wind, which didn’t stop the fun or the fantastic participation and performances from our students! A huge congratulations to Wira House for taking out the House Spirit Trophy at both the Junior and Senior Carnivals. Your energy and encouragement were electric. Well done also to Buran House, who claimed the Championship Trophy in both Junior and Senior events, this is an outstanding effort!
A big thank you to our incredible Sports Department, staff and teachers for all their hard work in setting up the course and running the event smoothly. Thank you also to parents who supported and cheered on our students throughout the day.
Congratulations to Pacific’s Age Champions:
Mr Cameron West-McInnes, Head of Sport and Mr Darren Hooper, Head of Junior Sport P-6
Student Acknowledgement
Congratulations Jessica. Jessica achieved a taekwondo bronze medal in her division at the NSW State International Open Tournament help on April 13th 2025. We are proud of her efforts and energy.
Congratulations Jye. It’s been a standout fortnight for rising motorsport talent Jye, who has showcased his versatility and composure with podium finishes in both circuit racing and karting. Just two weeks ago, Jye made his circuit racing debut at Queensland Raceway, stepping into a Subaru BRZ for his first-ever event in the category. Despite it being his maiden outing in a race car, he impressed by finishing 2nd in his class, an outstanding achievement in a competitive field. Building on that momentum, Jye competed at the Australian Kart Championships over the weekend at Monarto, South Australia. Racing in the KA2 class—the elite junior category in Australian karting—he delivered a strong performance to claim 3rd place overall, cementing his status as one of the top junior drivers in the country.
Mr Cameron West-McInnes, Head of Sport and Mr Darren Hooper, Head of Junior Sport P-6
PLC Kayaking Excellence
A small group of K1 students have been training hard each Wednesday morning at Lake Kawana in preparation for the school Marathon Competition held later this term. Students have been using the new K1 Hurley boats that were purchased in 2023. The school has several learner K1 boats called Zeus and also several advanced K1 boats called Neptune.
Year 4-7 students have been training on Thursday afternoons and the Year 8-12 students Monday afternoons in both doubles and singles. Many students start in TK1 boats and then gradually move up to the more unstable but super-fast K1 boats as seen at the Olympics. The program is currently full, but a few positions might become available at the start of Term 3 for the Sprint Season held over 200 and 500m.
Mr Gary Graves, TIC Kayaking
Rugby News
This week marked the second round of the Sunshine Coast Secondary Schools Rugby Union Boys 15-a-side competition. This year we have a record 3 teams playing in the SCSSRU competition in the U13's, U15's and Open 2nds division. The U13s had a win due to forfeit from the Good Samaritan’s team, and played in good spirit, lending players and matching numbers with the opposition. Our U15's had a narrow loss to Good Samaritans, going down by a single try, it was great to see the boys starting to come together as a team and support and link well with each other. Finally, our Open 2nds went down to the Good Samaritans. The boys, with many who are new to the team this year, are starting to gel together well and are showing good improvement in their commitment and structure. Congratulations to Brock, Cade and Joseph on their exceptional performances. We look forward to next week’s rounds of competition!
Mr Josh Cummins, Head of House - Wira
Club Sport
Club Sport
Pacific Lutheran College has several sports development programs outside of school hours. These programs encourage participation, giving students the opportunity to be part of a team, and learn basic skills of the game.
The parent-led Pacific FC Soccer and PLC Netball Clubs compete on Saturdays in community competitions throughout the Sunshine Coast.
Pacific FC
QCSA State Titles
Congratulations to all our representative players who participated at the 2025 QLD Christian Soccer State Carnival over the weekend.
Matthew and Xavier – U10 SC South
William and Xavier were part of the U10 South team. The team finished in a very close 3rd place overall (2nd and 3rd were split by a goal differential of 3 goals)! It was a fantastic experience for them playing at rep level and both of them did Pacific FC proud!
Zahlee - U11 SC Girls South
The girls put every effort in on Saturday with 4 tough games. Their determination carried through to Monday drawing 2 all and in the last game taking a win 2-0.
Ashlan – U13 SC Girls
The SC Girls won 3 of their 4 games and placed 1st place out of the 3 teams. Congratulations!
INTRA-CLUB GAMES at Pacific
We hosted a selection of friendlies at Pacific last Saturday as there were no club games due to the State Titles. We thank Mr Darren Hooper for organising the fields and our managers and coaches for leading the teams. Thank you also to the U6 and U9/10 teams from Currimundi FC who joined the fun.
Match Reports
Match Report U7 - Manager Jenna
It was an incredibly fun morning for the U7 friendly match! The Orcas and Piranhas joined forces to create one team, and they played the Dolphins. It was of course CrAzY Sock Day, with the kids having a bit of fun. Some incredible goals were scored by both teams, and the most important prize of all - who had the best socks! Congratulations to Addison and Hunter for winning the top prize. To finish it off, parents joined the kids for the last few minutes. We all had a blast.
Match Report U8
Our U8’s joined together to play a Pacific Wahoos v Pacific Jewelfish match last Saturday. It proved to be a wonderful opportunity for the players and families to be involved!
Match Report - U11s vs U13s Friendly – Manager Mel
It may have been billed as a friendly, but you wouldn’t have known it from the energy and intensity on the pitch! The U11s and U13s came together for a mixed-team showdown that was anything but casual – it was game on from the first whistle to the last. Players from both age groups split evenly into two sides, we saw an exciting and fiercely competitive match, full of end-to-end action, great teamwork, and some cracking goals. Final Score: Team 1 – 5 | Team 2 – 3. Goal scorers: U13 Harley – 2, U13 Ollie – 2, U11 Ryder – 1, U13 Ollie – 1, U11 Fletcher – 1, U11 Benji – 1
Special mention to the goalkeepers and defenders on both sides who kept the scorelines in check with some brave saves and crucial tackles. It was fantastic to see all players stepping up, encouraging one another, and showcasing their skills in such a spirited contest. Well done to all involved – a brilliant display of teamwork, talent, and tenacity!
Looking ahead
Round 7 (10.5.2025) and Rounds 8-18
Our teams have away games for Round 7. Click here for the draw.
Sharing a common mission and ministry with Pacific Lutheran College
“Growing in faith and sharing God’s love with others”
Weekly worship services are held at 14 Bombala Terrace Caloundra at 9.00am. We are thankful that we can meet together each week for worship. Our worship services are intergenerational with a blend of traditional and contemporary.
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