School holidays provide many of us with the opportunity to rest and refresh. Even mini breaks where we get to slow down, read a book, connect with nature, spend time with family and friends or engage in hobbies and interests provide opportunity for renewal and resetting. Having time to be still and notice the beauty of what surrounds us on a daily basis can help to reset. Even small moments of time where we make a conscious decision to notice and be in the moment can provide that time of calm that helps us to reset.
God invites us to rest and be still in Him. He is constantly with us in each moment offering that time of rest. He invites us to leave our worries with Him and start each moment renewed. Unburdened we are free to appreciate the beauty of what surrounds us and to respond with kindness and compassion even in times of challenge.
Principal’s Log
Congratulations to our Future Problem Solving Team who have once again excelled with students from Year 6, 7, 8, 10 and 11 qualifying for the Future Problem Solving National Finals to be held at Knox Grammar in Sydney in October of this year. In the Global Issues Problem Solving, students’ high quality submissions on the future of agriculture earnt them places in the national finals where they will investigate the subject of nanotechnology. Our Year 7 Project Paws team also have reached the national finals of the Community Problem Solving. We thank our staff of Mrs Jo Belchamber, Mr Tim Barrett, Mrs Emma Lendrum, Mrs Linda Sydes, Miss Adelle Byerlee, Ms Tammy Schincariol and Mr Rob Belchamber for their support of the students.
In a very successful week of finals we congratulate the Fireballs team who won a very tightly contested Caloundra Netball Association Division 1 final on Saturday. It was a great game to watch as the girls played with great skill and determination encouraged by a large enthusiastic crowd. We congratulate all of our netball players and thank Head of Netball Development Mrs Michelle Dufty, Club PLC Netball President Mr Doug McKinnon and the executive and all coaches, managers, umpires, parents and students for the part they have played in enabling a great season of netball.
Congratulations to our Junior Girls Basketball 1sts team and coach Mrs Emma Burdon who played skillfully as a team to win their grand final of the Friday Night Basketball competition. We also congratulate our U14 Rugby Girls and coaches Mrs Kim McFadden and Jack Packer who won their Division 2 rugby grand final last week. Thank you to Head of Basketball, Mr Brad Burdon, Head of Rugby Mr Josh Cummins and all coaches, managers and players who have supported the basketball, rugby and touch competitions this term.
We congratulate the following students who have been appointed as the2026 House Captains. We wish them well as they make the transition to leadership in the coming weeks:
Mumba Captains: Cayley Slevin, Cam Costa
Vice-Captains: Indie Kentispeare and Thomas Ackhurst
Buran Captains: Matthew French, Zoe Woods
Vice-captains: Charlie Ford, Mac Gallagher
Bula Captains: Cooper Turnbull and Zaria Burkhart
Vice Captains: Mia Locke and Layla Bingley
Wira Captain: Jacques Florent and Amelia Pike
Vice-captains: Brian Iredia and Mahli Gates
We look forward to the return of our Year 6 students from Canberra at the end of the week. They are learning a great deal through their experience not just about Canberra but also about themselves, their relationships and their place in the world. They were truly lucky and honoured to meet Her Excellency the Honourable Ms Sam Mostyn AC, Governor-General of Australia on their trip. We thank Mr Paul Brace for his leadership of this activity and staff Mrs Melanie Percival, Miss Sophia Rule, Mr Stuart Pohlner, Mr Tim Barrett, Mr Darren Hooper, Mrs Sharon Middleton, Mr Rob Belchamber, and Mrs Karen Vorster for their leadership and support of this important learning opportunity. It was a delight over the week to receive a call from a member of the public in Canberra who rang to congratulate the students on the respectful way he had seen them interact.
We thank Mr Adam Burdon who has very capably fulfilled the role of Acting Head of Buran House and Ms Amy Geraghty, who supported our hospitality team very well in her role as Food Technology and Hospitality aide this term. We look forward to welcoming back Mrs Leah Croke, Head of Buran House and Mrs Rhana Holt Food Technology and Hospitality aide from long service leave, and Mrs Martina Bennett, Middle and Senior College Mathematics and Science teacher, from maternity leave. We wish Year 4 teacher Mrs Sarah Atkinson and Visual Art Aide Mrs Rowena Marshall all the best as they take long service leave next term. We look forward to welcoming Mrs Jessica Doodson as a Year 4 teacher.
It was a delight to hear and feel the talent of the Cashmere High School music students who our New Zealand Music tour had visited earlier this year. Their talented performances were greatly appreciated by our students and staff this week. We look forward to more entertaining and talented performances at the Senior Broadway concert this evening, as we celebrate and thank our Year 12 students for their very significant contribution to our music program.
Thank you to all staff, students and parents who have helped to make Term 3 a strong term of opportunity and growth. Students have embraced the opportunity for growth and connection in learning spaces, through sporting activities, music and the arts, in outdoor education and through addressing the needs of peers and the broader community. Our parents have provided tremendous opportunities through their support of sporting clubs and the leadership of OCEANfest, other events and in partnership of the learning process throughout the term. Teachers have generously and very capably supported the learning of young people and also engaged in learning to enhance the quality of learning and opportunity available to young people. It has been a dynamic term of learning, growth and fun. Thank you for the part you have played.
We wish everyone a time of rejuvenation through the change of rhythm that school holidays provide.
Dr Bronwyn Dolling, Principal
From the College Pastor
Where to find True Wisdom
We come to the end of another term with a mixture of thoughts and feelings. Some may feel relieved that exams, assignments and other deadlines are completed. Some may have feelings of satisfaction about having worked hard, learned new things, and improved in certain areas. Others may be excited looking forward to holidays, rest, and time with friends and family. Still others may be filled with pride at having completed goals, projects, or overcoming challenges during the term. Whatever our feelings are at the end of term we can look forward to the next two weeks of relaxation and refreshment.
I wonder what you have planned for these weeks. How will you get refreshed for the upcoming final term of 2025? What will you be doing and who will you be spending time with? For me, I intend to take some time reading those books and articles that give me rest and refreshment. I will definitely spend time with family and friends sharing times of relaxation, and I will take time to get out into nature to be refreshed in this God given environment where we live.
This last week’s text, 1 Kings 3:1-15, has focused on God’s offer to Solomon, “ask for anything you want, and I will give it to you.” (1 Kings 3:5) If God came to each of us with this offer, I wonder what we would ask for. Perhaps we would ask for financial security, peaceful times, less stress in our lives, good health, restored relationships with family and friends, or even the correction of various injustices we believe we have experienced. What would we most desire for our future? Solomon requested “wisdom” to be able to perform the duties that were placed on him by becoming King of Israel. Solomon wanted to be a wise ruling King who would lead the people with true justice. He was focused on God supplying him with the wisdom he needed to rule wisely. Would we also want to gain this type of wisdom?
This final week’s thread has been reading for pleasure. This is a major activity that I intend to be doing during our two weeks holiday. Could we also say that reading can be a great way to gain wisdom? Of course, this depends on what we are reading and how we go about our reading. I’m most interested in where true wisdom can be found.
For me personally, I have found the Bible to be the best source of true wisdom for my life and reading it has enabled me to gain the best wisdom for living. But reading the Bible, which is more like having a library of sixty-six books in one, can seem very daunting and difficult. So let me share with you a few of the tips that have helped me in my search for true wisdom from the Bible.
Firstly, before I start reading, I want to get the best assistance I can to identify true wisdom. I, therefore, pray for the Holy Spirit to guide me. In this way I approach reading the Bible with a humble attitude of an open heart and mind to hear the clear wisdom that the bible is giving.
To gain the most from my Bible reading, I read slowly, deliberately, and if possible, aloud. This gives me a chance to properly hear what the Bible is trying to say to me and encourages me to reflect carefully on what I am reading. I also like to take the time to meditate on what I have just read, so that I recognize what it is saying to me personally at that particular time.
Finally, I try to answer the following questions for my personal reflection:
What does this passage reveal to me about God, about people in general, and about me?
What truth or principle can I see that can guide my decisions, words and actions towards today?
How can I live out the truth that I have discovered today?
Who can I share this discovery with to see whether I have understood it correctly?
How has God’s word in the Bible guided me in the past and where can I now grow?
My prayer for us all is that we enjoy our holidays and are refreshed for Term 4. We can do some reading just for pleasure and we can also do some reading to gain wisdom. It would be great to hear what you read over the holidays and what wisdom you gained.
God bless,
Pastor Mark Winter
From the Director of Student Engagement
Plugging Into Term 3: A Celebration of Learning, Leading, and Serving
This term, students were encouraged to plug in, to their learning, their community, and the many opportunities available at Pacific through service and co-curricular life. It has been uplifting to see students embrace this challenge this term, stepping forward as active contributors and leaders within our College community.
A highlight of the term came this week when our Senior College Leaders and Spirituality and Service Captains hosted their third fundraising initiative for Youturn, an organisation that provides housing, mental health, and wellbeing support for young people experiencing homelessness or family breakdown. The Lunch on the Lawn celebration, complete with a sausage sizzle and live music from the rock band, was filled with connection and generosity, showcasing the joy that comes when students work together for others.
Next term, our student leaders will be invited to present the money raised from this term’s Senior College Sleepout for the Homeless, Father’s Day Breakfast, and fundraising events directly to Youturn at a Middle/Senior College Assembly. This will be a special opportunity to celebrate the impact of student action and service.
A huge thank you is extended to the Year 12 Student Leadership Executive, particularly our Spirituality and Service Captains and Year 12 College Captains, whose dedication and energy have been inspiring. Supported by a number of equally passionate staff, they have modelled servant leadership, giving generously of their time and talents to support both the College and the wider community. Together, they have embodied what it means to truly plug in and make a difference.
Monitoring Student Attendance – Before School
We kindly remind families that students should arrive at the College between 8:00 am and 8:15 am each morning. Teacher supervision of playground areas begins at 8:00 am.
As outlined on page 9 of the College Parent Handbook, parents and guardians are responsible for the supervision of children before 8:00 am. We appreciate your support in helping us keep all students safe. If you have any questions, please feel welcome to contact either myself or Mr Damian Davis, Head of P-5 Staff and Student Engagement.
Thank you for working in partnership with us to support the safety and wellbeing of all students.
Ms Leigh Finter, Director of Student Engagement
Head of Staff and Student Engagement P-5
Learning to Read, Reading to Learn.
This fortnight’s thread of “Reading for Pleasure” is a powerful way to nurture not only a love of literature but also the personal and social capabilities that underpin the You Can Do It! program. When students immerse themselves in stories that spark curiosity and imagination, they build confidence in their ability to explore new ideas and express themselves. Choosing books that challenge and inspire them encourages persistence, as they learn to stick with longer texts, decode unfamiliar words, and make sense of complex narratives. The act of reading independently also supports organisation, helping students develop routines and take ownership of their learning journey.
Moreover, stories offer rich opportunities to build getting along and resilience. Through characters who face adversity, solve problems, and navigate relationships, students gain insight into empathy, emotional regulation, and respectful communication. They learn that setbacks are part of growth and that different perspectives enrich our understanding of the world. By fostering a culture of reading for pleasure, we’re not just growing readers, we’re growing capable, connected, and confident learners who embody the values of You Can Do It! in every chapter of their lives.
Being a creative problem solver.
At last week’s assembly, the focus of our message was around the Pacific Way statement of “As a learner, I think curiously-I approach challenges with a range of strategies”. Being a learner applies to all aspects of our lives. Certainly, we learn academically around content and how to apply and connect concepts, but our students and staff continue to learn around several areas both inside and outside the classroom.
When we have social interactions, we are learning. When we make a mistake, we are learning or when we are in heightened emotional states, we are learning how we respond. This all makes an enormous impact to the road ahead.
During assembly this week we spoke of a multi-layer approach of calming our bodies, talking it out and finally choosing a solution.
At the College, we’re supporting students to develop positive problem-solving skills using a simple three-step approach: Calm your body, talk it out, choose a solution. When children face challenges—whether in the classroom or the playground—they’re encouraged to first pause and calm their body, helping them manage strong emotions and think clearly. Next, they talk it out, identifying the problem and expressing their thoughts respectfully. Finally, they choose a solution that is fair and respectful to everyone involved. This strategy not only builds emotional resilience but also empowers students to take ownership of their actions. Families can support this approach at home by using the same language and encouraging children to work through everyday problems with confidence and care.
Rest and Recuperation.
As we approach the end of Term Three, on behalf of the Prep-5 staff we would like to thank all families for the support and insight you provide for the students in our care. Without your encouragement and feedback, we couldn’t provide the rich learning opportunities that exist across the College. We are hopeful that the holidays provide sustenance and relaxation for you and your families.
Take care and God Bless.
Mr Damian Davis, Head of Staff and Student Engagement P-5
From the Head of Career Development
Careers News
Discover What Your Student’s Been Learning — Take the Cadi Cluster Quiz!
Have you ever wondered what your student has been up to in careers class? Here’s your chance to find out and maybe even learn something about yourself along the way!
Our Year 10 students in Term 2 explored career options through the Cadi Cluster Quiz, a fun and simple tool that helps them identify career clusters that match their interests, strengths, and goals. Now, we’re inviting parents and families to take the quiz too.
Why take the quiz?
• Understand what your student is learning — See the same career language and clusters your student is using in class.
• Spark meaningful conversations — Talk with your student about their quiz results, future ambitions, and how their interests are evolving.
• Reflect on your own career journey — You might be surprised how your own skills and passions align with new career possibilities!
The quiz only takes a few minutes, and it’s designed to be approachable and informative, no prior knowledge required.
This is a great way to stay connected with your student’s learning, build career awareness as a family, and maybe even rediscover a passion of your own.
Sunshine Coast Health School-Based Traineeship Program closes in just one week – Sunday, 21st September 2025.
Current Year 10 students (who will be in Year 11 in 2026) are encouraged to apply for a two-year traineeship in one of the following pathways:
• Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance – placements at SCUH, Nambour, and Gympie
• Certificate III in Dental Assisting – placement opportunities at Caloundra, Maroochydore or Gympie
• Certificate III in Business Administration (NEW in 2026!) – placement at SCUH
New next year is the introduction of the Business Administration traineeship. It’s a great option for students who are interested in health but not sure exactly where they’d like to head. Administration Officers are the backbone of our health service – working across front and back-of-house, inpatient and outpatient areas, and gaining a broad view of how the health system operates while building valuable connections.
I’m thrilled to see our Year 12 students beginning to receive their university offers, an exciting milestone in their journeys beyond school. As you celebrate, I encourage you to also take time to explore the wide range of scholarships available at universities. These can provide valuable financial support and often recognise achievements in leadership, academics, and community involvement. Applying early and broadly can make a real difference in easing the costs of study and create new opportunities. Please reach out if you’d like guidance with applications.
The Power of Pausing: Why Children Need Time to Stop and Rest Over the Holidays
The College year is busy - full of learning, activities, friendships, and challenges. As we move into the holiday break, one of the most valuable gifts we can give our children is the chance to stop, pause, and recharge. Just as adults need rest after a busy time at work, children also need space to recover and reset before the new term of learning begins.
Allowing children to slow down is not about doing nothing; it’s about creating balance and giving their minds and bodies the time they need to grow. Here are some simple ways families can encourage meaningful pauses during the holidays - and why they matter:
1. Quiet Play and Imagination
Encouraging children to spend time in free, unstructured play - whether it’s building with blocks, drawing, or creating imaginative games – helps them process the busyness of the term. These quiet activities allow their brains to consolidate learning and strengthen creativity. Without the pressure of schedules, children have the freedom to explore at their own pace.
2. Time in Nature
Heading outdoors for a walk, bike ride, or picnic provides not only physical exercise but also mental restoration. Research shows that time in nature reduces stress and boosts mood. Simple activities like lying on the grass and watching the clouds or collecting shells at the beach can give children a sense of calm and wonder that structured routines can’t always provide.
3. Rest and Sleep
Holidays are a perfect time to restore healthy sleep routines. Adequate rest is crucial for memory, focus, and emotional regulation. Letting children sleep in a little, nap when needed, or simply enjoy slower mornings can make a noticeable difference in their wellbeing.
4. Family Connection
Shared downtime is an opportunity for children to feel secure and valued. Cooking a meal together, playing a board game, or even just watching a favourite movie creates moments of connection that strengthen family bonds. These pauses remind children that they are loved for who they are, not just for what they achieve.
5. Technology Breaks
While screens can be entertaining, encouraging breaks from technology helps children reconnect with the real world and reduces overstimulation. Even short periods of tech-free time allow space for reflection, creativity, and meaningful conversation.
By encouraging children to pause, rest, and recharge, we help them build resilience, creativity, and emotional wellbeing. This holiday break, give your child the gift of slowing down - it may be the most important preparation for the final term of the school year.
PLC Counselling Team
Mr Brendan Macaulay, Head of Student Counselling, Mrs Kelsie Munroe, Middle Years Counsellor and Mrs Sara Taverner, Learning Enrichment P -5 & Counsellor
College News
20- and 10-Year Reunion
It’s not too late to join us to celebrate our 20- and 10-Year Reunion for graduating classes of 2005 and 2015. Please pass this information onto your 2005 and 2015 Graduate to help us celebrate and share memories with old friends at the 20- and 10-year reunion for Pacific Lutheran College graduating classes. We would also love to feature graduates in an upcoming newsletter if they are happy to share a photo and a paragraph about their life's journey and how the College shaped them.
Past students, parents, families, and staff are invited to attend Saturday 18th October 12:00pm- 3pm at Pacific Lutheran College.
Nibbles and drinks provided and join us for a tour the College.
Pacific Lutheran College Students Head to Future Problem Solving National Finals
Congratulations to our students from Year 6, 7, 8, 10, and 11 who have qualified for the Future Problem Solving National Finals Australia, to be held at Knox Grammar School in Sydney this October.
After months of dedication, including weekly lunchtime sessions, students in Global Issues Problem Solving submitted high-quality booklets on the future of agriculture. Their efforts have earned them a place at the national finals, where they will now tackle the topic of nanotechnology. Special thanks to Mr Tim Barrett, Mrs Emma Lendrum, Mrs Linda Sydes, and Mrs Jo Belchamber for guiding students through the six-step process and supporting them in refining their skills. Isla and Amy have attended the National or International Finals each year since 2022.
One of the Year 7 Pacific Plus groups, Project Paws, has been very busy this year working on their initiative around responsible pet ownership. The students have developed a website, created a scratch game, established a lunchtime club where students make snuffle mats and are planning the production of a documentary. They also organised a donation drive to support 4 Paws Animal Rescue and are now preparing for the Future Problem Solving National Finals, where they will present their project in the Community Problem Solving program. We sincerely thank Miss Adelle Byerlee, Ms Tammy Schincariol and Mrs Linda Sydes for the time and dedication they have given to supporting these students during Pacific Plus lessons and many lunchtime sessions.
We also celebrate Evie in Year 8’s second consecutive qualification in the Scenario Writing Finals—a remarkable achievement! Thank you to Mr Rob Belchamber for his ongoing support of Evie in this division.
A special shout-out to the teams and individuals who narrowly missed qualification. Vienna in Year 8 under the coaching of PLC alumni Miss Makani Campbell submitted a scenario titled ‘The Floods of Norway’ in the Scenario Writing division. We await the results of this division and congratulate Vienna on her efforts. Their creativity and commitment were outstanding, and it’s worth noting that many of this year’s finalists did not qualify on their first attempt. We encourage all students to continue with their Future Problem Solving endeavours and look forward to seeing all teams continue their journey next year.
Mrs Jo Belchamber, Head of Learning Middle College
Project Paws
Teaching people about animal care helps prevent cruelty and builds a more caring, responsible community. How you can help: Share what you learn about animal welfare with your friends, family, and classmates.
Support for Animals in Need – Thank You!
The Year 7 Project Paws Team would like to sincerely thank the Pacific community for the generous donations supporting animals in need on the Sunshine Coast. A representative from 4 Paws was delighted to collect contributions on Wednesday. We were so excited to discover that due to the volume of donations a second collection is needed. If you still have blankets, towels or cat and dog food to donate, there’s still time to help. Please drop off your items at the Library foyer before the end of Term 3.
Thank you for your kindness, it’s truly making a difference!
Year 7 Project Paws Team
School Photos
School photos have arrived and were handed out to students who ordered them. If your child was away, they can collect their photo from the main office. If you did not order photos and would like to, you can still order on-line at www.advancedlife.com.au with code B7H 8V9 RRH. Parents who requested to collect from the office when ordering the photos, have their orders now available to collect from the main office.
Lunch on the Lawn to support Youturn
This week at Pacific, community spirit was on full display as our student leaders hosted a vibrant Lunch on the Lawn in support of Youturn who provide community support for child safety, homelessness, and mental health. The Senior Courtyard came alive with the sounds of our incredible Senior Rock Bands, providing the perfect backdrop for a delicious sausage sizzle and lunchtime connection. A huge thank you to Hamish, Symiah, the Spirituality and Service team and everyone who came along, supported the cause, and helped make a difference.
Library News
Sewing Stars in the Library
This term, a dozen Year 2 students came to the library on Monday afternoons to learn some basic sewing. Our Sewing Stars started with hand-sewing and learnt how to do running stitch, backstitch and whip stitch and to sew on a button. They made little pillows, a bookmark, a brooch and a felt patch with their initial. They then tried machine sewing and made a scrunchie and a tote bag, which they had a lot of fun decorating. Well done to all our Sewing Stars!
The library has some sewing machines and fabric that students may use at lunchtimes, with supervision, if they would like to try their hand at sewing. There are also many books on basic sewing projects that students can borrow.
Ms Nell Keen, Teacher Librarian
Cashmere Music Tour
This week, we were delighted to welcome Cashmere High School — one of the schools we had the pleasure of visiting during our New Zealand Music Tour back in June. Cashmere High School treated us to a fantastic concert in our gym, featuring performances by their concert band, orchestra, stage band, and choir. It was an incredible showcase of talent and passion for music. A huge thank you to the talented musicians and dedicated staff from Cashmere High School — we thoroughly enjoyed your visit and performance!
Blake Prize
Week 10 - Students are encouraged to capture Light and Reflection scripture theme photographs over the holidays and submit a print before the closing date - 16th October.
Week 2 Term 4 - Final week to submit photographs for the P-12 Photography Blake Prize!
Get points for your House!
Submit your prints to the Art Department staffroom by Thursday, 16th October.
Friends of Pacific
Connecting College and Community
Thank You – Term 3 Wrap-Up
A heartfelt thank you to the Friends of Pacific team members, parents, staff, volunteers, and the wider Pacific community for making Term 3 truly memorable for our students.
It has been an exciting term filled with wonderful events such as the Celebrating Dads Breakfast, Gala Day, and OCEANfest, to name just a few. These occasions not only support our students but also strengthen the important connection between the College and the broader community.
We deeply appreciate your continued support and look forward to working with you all in Term 4.
You could be parking in the much sought after Friends of Pacific Junior Car Park space at Pacific for a Term 4, 2025.
This raffle is open to all Pacific families and all you need to do is purchase your raffle tickets by 7pm Monday 13th October.
Tickets are $20 each and go on sale here tomorrow morning.
Prize will be drawn at 8.30am Tuesday 14th October 2025. Winners will be announced on our FoP Facebook page.
Funds raised from our car park raffle will be invested back into the College community.
Sports News
Year 7 – 12 Sport
Competitive Sports News:
Basketball
Last Friday our Junior Girls Basketball 1sts defeated Siena College in their grand final. The girls got off to a big lead early and refused to be rattled by a very aggressive and physical Siena side. Congratulations to our Junior Girls Basketball Champions.
Year 8 Players: Maddison, Billie, Bailee, Ivana, Anita, Honor, Georgina and Tahli. Coach: Mrs Emma Burdon
Rugby
Last week, we had our Pacific U14 Rugby Girls competing in the Division 2 Sunshine Coast Secondary Schools Rugby Union Finals at Matthew Flinders College. The girls started the night strongly against St Johns’s Catholic College, scoring a whopping 7 unanswered tries in their semi-final show down, defeating St John’s 37-0. This gave the girls the opportunity to compete in the grand final against a strong Matthew Flinders side. The girls started their game strongly, scoring two tries early on, Flinders were able to get over the line and come close to evening the scores up! The PLC girls dug in and continued to score a further four tries to convincingly seal the game against Flinders before the final whistle, winning the SCSSRU Grand Final 32-10!
A huge effort from the girls this season, who have continued to show excellent commitment and enthusiasm at all training sessions and have grown and developed well as a squad and as individual players across the season! I look forward to continuing to see their solid growth and development in the game over the coming years. A huge thanks to coaches; Mrs Kim McFadden and Jack Packer for their continued support of the girls Pacific Rugby program throughout the season, as well as the strong support of all the parents who are cheering enthusiastically from the sidelines each week.
Student Acknowledgement
Sophie from Year 7 competed in Townsville for the 11-12 Girls Rugby League State Championships. Well done Sophie for representing at a state level in rugby league.
Mr Cameron West-McInnes, Head of Sport
Junior Sport
Year 2 – 5 Learn to Surf Program
As part of our Pacific College Lear to Surf Program, we are pleased to announce that we will be offering a four week Learn to Surf Programfor students in Year 2 – 5 in Term 4. The program will be run through the North Caloundra Surf School in conjunction with Pacific Lutheran College staff. A range of topics will be covered in this four-week program including: reading ocean conditions, board handling and developing fundamental movements such as balance, agility and co-ordination.
Details of the program are as follows:
• Monday mornings before school - 6:00am arrival for a 6:15am start. Sessions will conclude at 7:15am.
• Program begins on Monday 20th October (Week 3) and runs through to Monday 10th November (Week 6).
• Students will surf at various Caloundra beaches (Kings, Dick Beach, Happy Valley) depending upon conditions.
• Parents are responsible for transport to and from different venues.
A portion of the cost of the program will be subsidised through the College but will still cost $20 per student which will cover four surfing sessions as well as use of a foam surfboard and wet shirt supplied through North Caloundra Surf School.
Participation in this program is limited with only 24 places available. Spots will be given on a first come first served basis.
If you are interested in your child participating in this program, please email Mrs Lisa Muir lmuir@pacluth.qld.edu.au to register.
Hockey Ballinger Cup
On Wednesday nine talented students from Year 2 to 7 proudly represented Pacific at the inter-school hockey tournament held at Ballinger Park. It was a fantastic day of sportsmanship, teamwork, and skill as our young athletes took to the field with determination and enthusiasm. PLC students competed strongly throughout the day, showcasing great effort and resilience against tough competition. In a thrilling playoff match against Matthew Flinders College, our team secured a commendable third place overall – a fantastic achievement! A big congratulations to all of our players for their hard work and positive spirit. We’re proud of the way they represented our school, both on and off the field.
Mr Darren Hooper, Head of Junior Sport P-6
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
ADERMANN AWARD NIGHT - Sunshine Coast Churches Soccer Association
The Adermann Night, SCCSA’s end of season gala presentation, was held last Friday evening at Unity College. Congratulations to all our members who received nominations, with special mention to Mieka (Seahorses), who was named Best and Fairest of the U12/13 Girls Category for 2025.
Adermann U12/13 Girls Category Winner- Mieka
Adermann Nominees (Best and Fairest Award) - Mieka,Phoebe, Harley andNicholas
Chaplain’s Award Nominees (Service to the Community)- Tyron, Rod and Sheldon
10 Year Medallions – Charlie and Rod
2026 SCCSA Rep Trials
Dates - 11th, 18th & 25th October 2025
Age groups/zones – U9-U16 (see SCCSA website for exact age groups). Players will need to register their attendance when registrations open.
Sharing a common mission and ministry with Pacific Lutheran College