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Semester 1 Week 2 – Friday 7 February 2020
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Principal .......................................................................... 1
Thank you for your Service ............................................. 2
2020 School Leaders ....................................................... 3
New faces at Mercy ........................................................ 6
Assistant Principal Mission .......................................... 12
Parent Involvement - 2020 ........................................... 14 Wed 12 Feb ...................... ..Academic Awards Assembly
School Catch up photos
Mercy College Counselling............................................ 16 Fri 14 Feb .......... Pupil Free Day – Bishops Inservice Day
How are nutrition and mental health linked? .............. 16 Sat 15 Feb .....................Youth Mass – St Mary’s Church
Finance Department ..................................................... 17 Wed 19 Feb .............................................. Opening Mass
Tue 24 Feb ...................... Inter-House Aquatics Carnival
Futsal Coordinator ........................................................ 17 Wed 25 Feb ..............................................Pupil Free Day
Sports Coordinator ....................................................... 18 Wed. 26.Feb .......................................... Ash Wednesday
Fri.28.Feb ......................................... Yr 7 Immunisations
Home Economics Department ...................................... 19
Tuckshop ....................................................................... 20
Community News….. ..................................................... 21 Wed 4 Mar ........................................Triton House Mass
Mon 9- Fri 13 Mar ...................... Yr 10 Work Experience
Wed 18 Mar ..................................... Pindar House Mass
Be inspired….
“He who truly knows has no occasion to shout.”
– LEONARDO DA VINCI
WORD ON THE STREET….
Word
Quorum – noun; the number of members of a group required to be present to
transact business legally
Sentence
There was no alternative but to cancel the meeting when a quorum of eight
attendees was not reached
Source: Dictionary App
Principal
Role Models of substance
The Sports headline on Friday 31 January read “Barty an inspiration even in defeat”. Making the semi-finals
in a Tennis Grand Slam tournament is a feat of some note, but the way a sportsperson conducts themselves
can be even more memorable. Ashleigh Barty says little and it’s usually self-effacing and restrained in any
criticism of her more petulant male counterparts. She is of course the ‘Young Australian of the Year 2020’
with a trophy presented by Pat Rafter just prior to Barty going on court for the quarter final. The Federal
committee deliberating on the Australia Day awards got this award very right. Many a ‘sporty kid’ at Mercy
could be inspired by a very human story of hard work, passion, setback and success. Every child could take
note of the synergy in humility coupled with celebrity.
I’m not sure that many schools make much mention of the Australia Day awards but I consider them an
important yearly milestone in an age of Instagram, celebrity, influencers and self-esteem measured in ‘likes’.
The Australian of the Year in each of the four categories (Local Hero, Young Australian of the Year, Senior
Australian of the Year and finally The Australian of the Year) have particular qualities in common. Most
notably they are nominees based on consistent application to an endeavour of benefit to the community.
They make a difference to people’s lives and have done so with little attention to accolades.
Being the age they are, the students at Mercy have little realisation that the recipe for success and fulfilment
in later life is as available to them as any of the very worthy awardees. Work hard to find your passion in
life and hopefully gainful employment within. Give something back and credit to those who sustain and
believe in you. There is every chance that like the Cane crop this time of year, we have some future
Australians of the Year just starting to shoot.
Use the link below to read of the truly impressive work done by each awardee and remember they were all
school-age kids once upon a time.
Australianoftheyear.org.au
Local Hero: Bernie Shakeshaft, ( Founder of Backtrack Youth Works program)
Young Australian of the Year: Ashleigh Barty (Professional Tennis player)
Senior Australian of the Year: Professor John Newnham AM (Leader of Modern Obstetrics)
Australian of the Year: Dr James Muecke AM. (Eye surgeon and blindness prevention pioneer)
Mr Jim Ford
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THANK YOU FOR YOUR
SERVICE
Congratulations to the following Mercy teaching staff who were recognised for commendable
service to Catholic Education at our Regional Opening Mass. Our heartfelt thanks for your
outstanding dedication to the education of students.
Mr Chris Sorbello - 20 Years; Mrs Margaret Floyd - 30 Years; Mrs Helen Patroni - 21 Years; Mrs Sandra Bayliss - 23 Years
The 9-minute egg
I like my eggs to be boiled for exactly 9 minutes. The problem is that I have no way to measure time except for
two egg timers that are able to measure precisely 4 and 7 minutes respectively.
There is more than one way to set up the timers to measure exactly 9 minutes, but I am keen to eat my egg as
soon as possible. Can you help?
ANSWER NEXT NEWSLETTER
Source: New Scientist 21/9/19 by David Bedford
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2020 School Leaders
Congratulations to our 2020 Student Leaders.
Paving the way for achieving great things
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New Additions to the
Mercy College Teaching
Family - 2020
We warmly welcome back our teachers and support staff for the 2020 School year.
Congratulations to our current staff moving into new positions and a warm welcome
to our new staff members.
Current teaching staff moving into new permanent or acting positions in 2020:
Tania Attard - continuing Acting Head of Department, Science
Kirsty Mitchell - Head of Department, Languages
Natalie Porter - Head of Department, The Arts
Natalie O’Neill - Head of Department, Inclusive Curriculum
We warmly welcome new and continuing Staff in 2020
Permanent new Teaching Staff
Jonathan Stock (French/English/Learning Support)
Cherie Hess (French/Japanese)
Adrianna Soncin (Science/English)
Courtney Rutland (History/Religion/Maths/HPE)
Benjamin Palise (Technology/HPE/IT)
Natalie O’Neill (Head of Department, Inclusive Curriculum)
Shaunagh Bella (Learning Support/Maths/HPE)
Danae (Dee) Meigan (English/HPE)
Contract Teaching Staff (New or Current Relief staff)
Kristine Clancy (Maths/Science)
Teaching Staff Returning from leave
Cassie Gillespie (Cultural Coordinator/Maths)
Lisa Bottcher (Maths)
New Support Staff - commencing in 2020 in varying capacities i.e. relief, part-
time etc
Cleilia Shields - Student Reception
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New Faces at Mercy!
All staff play an important part in your child’s educational experience at Mercy. Quite often it’s easy to forget they are real
people who contribute much more to the classroom than the theory they’ve practiced whilst completing their degrees or
other study. Learn a little more about our creative educators and support staff…
Jonathan Stock
Q: What are some interesting things about you, which people may not know?
I have taught middle and high school most of my life here, in three states and abroad in the US and Nauru,
however, I have also spent around 15 years working outside of teaching mainly in sport admin and
promotion, where my teaching skills were of great value. After my business experiences became less
interesting, I decided to return to teaching, which has been a wise decision as I have rediscovered my love
of teaching.
Q: Why do you love doing what you’re doing?
I started teaching at age 19 back in the day when the shortage of teachers allowed me to graduate as a two year trained
teacher. Some of the kids were only a few years younger than me at my first school in Springsure, but those two years
helped me realise I am a born teacher. Having six children and four grandkids (another on the way) I have a pretty good
understanding of what makes kids tick. My success in the classroom is largely due to this understanding and my humanist
approach to teaching. Mercy is the perfect environment for me as its visual learning and Leader-In-Me approach is a very
good match with my professional practice.
Adrianna Soncin
Q: What are some interesting things about you, which people may not know?
My name is Adrianna Soncin and I feel very privileged to have been given the opportunity to join Mercy
College and the Mercy community as an English and Science teacher in 2020. I grew up in Mareeba in far
North Queensland before moving to Cairns to complete my Bachelor of Education (Secondary) majoring in
English and Biology at James Cook University. I am no stranger to Catholic Education having taught at a
Catholic secondary school in Cairns, as well as completing my own secondary education at St Stephens
Catholic College, Mareeba
Q: Why do you love doing what you’re doing?
I am passionate about encouraging students to experience and explore the world around them, both in and outside the
classroom. I am thrilled to be here and look forward to a long and rewarding partnership with the Mercy community.
Benjamin Palise
Q: What are some interesting things about you, which people may not know?
Whilst I appear to be yet another mild mannered teacher I have a background in athletics and represented
Australia in Pole Vault during my senior year of high school. I am married and have a son that is nearly 2
years old. I am an avid mountain biker and have been enjoying exploring the trails around Mackay.
Q: Why do you love doing what you’re doing?
I have taught in schools around Queensland for 6 years and I love teaching because it allows me to help guide students
towards interests and paths they might not have considered. I believe technology will continue to play a bigger part in our
future and that these young people will lead the way in how the technology will be put to use.
Cleilia Shields
Q: What are some interesting things about you, which people may not know?
I am not a Mackay local and am not sure how many years until you can claim to be a local. I enjoy playing
netball and cooking. I am a mum of 3 children, kept busy after school and weekends with their various
sporting activities. I grew up in Yeppoon, still claim beautiful Yeppoon as home and enjoy visiting there as
often as I can.
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Q: Why do you love doing what you’re doing?
I love doing what I do working in Administration as every day is different and the varied duties keep it interesting; I am
enjoying my new position here at the College in Student Reception. It has been so great to observe the new 2020 school
year roll out, getting to know the large staff and meeting some of the students. Should there be anything I can assist with,
please do not hesitate to come by and see me; I shall do my best to help. If not, I will find out.
Happy 2020 school year to all parents and students!
Danae Meigan
Q: What are some interesting things about you, which people may not know?
After spending 15 years in the primary school system, I am excited to be associated with Mercy College. This
year I will be teaching English and HPE. I am a busy mum of 2 children who always keep me on my toes. I
love keeping active through running and playing touch footy. I am also excited to be a part of the Touch
Footy Excellence in Semester 2 as well.
Q: Why do you love doing what you’re doing?
I have taught in both Sydney and Mackay over the last 15 years as both a PE and classroom teacher. I love that every day
and every child is different. I love teaching because it allows me to get the best out of all students. Most of my afternoons
are spent coaching students with touch footy. I love watching them grow and develop into wonderful players. I am excited
and thrilled to be a part of this wonderful Mercy community.
Mrs Natalie O’Neill
Q: What are some interesting things about you, which people may not know?
I have always been deeply involved in education. I was an enthusiastic and dedicated learner as a student
and continue to be passionate about learning and teaching. I have found my calling in helping students with
diverse learning needs to achieve success. I am very excited to be a part of the Mercy community and I look
forward to getting to know all the wonderful students and staff as we move through the year. Within the
Inclusive Education Department, I am seeking to embrace the Catholic ethos founded on the ideals of
equality and equity and building ‘education for all’ in its truest sense.
Q: Why do you love doing what you’re doing?
At home, I have a husband, four young daughters and two cats. You will find them spread through the yard engaged in
various energetic pursuits such as trampolining, playing in the pool, or challenging themselves on our DIY-built Ninja Warrior
Course. You will find me reading in the hammock. Since moving here 5 years ago, we are enjoying all that Mackay has to
offer, often frequenting the beach and joining in the many community events.
Mrs Kris Clancy
Q: What are some interesting things about you, which people may not know?
I am a mother of 2 adult children and a nana (a role which I love). In recent years I have become a keen
walker. Last year I walked the 'Aussie Camino', following Mary MacKillop's footsteps from Portland, Victoria
to Penola, South Australia. This pilgrimage was approximately 330kms. This year I am walking the Brisbane
Valley Rail Trail.......just a short walk of approximately 160km. In my spare time I am the Mackay Co-ordinator
for The Pyjama Foundation, which is a not-for-profit organisation supporting children in foster care.
Q: Why do you love doing what you’re doing?
I have taught for approximately 32 years in various school settings from a one teacher school to a large Brisbane
boy's school. During this time, I have held many roles. I love the variety and adaptability of my job and enjoy providing
opportunities for the students I teach; opportunities that open the world to endless possibilities for them. While some of
the challenges of being a teacher in the 21st century are profound, I enjoy developing positive relationships with my
students and nurturing them as they blossom and mature. I'm looking forward to the challenge of being a high school
teacher. 'The future of the world is in my classroom today.'
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Mrs Shaunagh Bella
Q: What are some interesting things about you, which people may not know?
I am a past student of this beautiful school and my two children also attended Mercy College and are now in
their final years of schooling at St Pats, so I certainly know the struggles that teenagers (and their parents)
go through! The values and ethos of the staff at the College can be seen every day in and out of the
classrooms, and clearly makes an impressive difference in the students of Mercy College.
Q: Why do you love doing what you’re doing?
I am extremely excited to have the opportunity of beginning my first full year as a teacher at Mercy College. Being able to
help students realise their dreams and goals is something that I am passionate about.
Cherie Hess
Q: What are some interesting things about you, which people may not know?
I am so excited to return to Australia after living and working in Germany for the last 18 months. I am from
Perth and grew up in the port city of Fremantle. Prior to moving to Germany I taught Japanese and French
at another Mercy school called St Brigid's College located in the Perth hills in Lesmurdie. I am married with
two sons, 8 and 21 years old. I enjoy swimming and like to watch tennis and cricket. I am looking forward to
exploring the incredible natural beauty of Mackay, Queensland.
Q: Why do you love doing what you’re doing?
I have been teaching languages mainly French and Japanese for over 20 years. I also retrained in ESL (English as a Second
Language) teaching and was able to take some classes in Germany last year. There are so many benefits to learning second
languages and I strive to make the lessons enjoyable and relevant for my students. Highlights of my career include taking
two separate groups of students to Japan. Seeing the students enjoying their in-country immersion experience, gives me
such job satisfaction. In the future, I hope to be given the opportunity to organise a study tour for Mercy College students
to New Caledonia, located just at our doorstep.
Courtney Rutland
Q: What are some interesting things about you, which people may not know?
I have lived in Mackay my whole life and have been teaching for 11 years in Catholic Schools. I enjoy playing
netball and basketball (when I can) and love to watch most sports, particularly live AFL games. I am looking
forward to a new challenge in High School and am enjoying returning to Mercy as a teacher, after being a
student.
Q: Why do you love doing what you’re doing?
I love to see the faces of others when they understand something and get to share their knowledge with others. Every day
is different and a new opportunity to be better than the day before. Watching students grow in confidence and
independence is amazing.
Math: Mondays 3:00 – 4:00pm in Room D04
Science: Monday 3:00 – 3:45pm in Room S02
English: Wednesdays 3:00 – 4:00pm in the Library
Opening hours:
Wednesdays by appointment – please send an SMS to 0475 619229 Thursdays
2:30 - 3:30pm
8Human Powered Vehicle Challenge
Mercy’s HPVs will compete in a series of events this year culminating
in the Maryborough 24-hour endurance race. This is an exciting
physical and technical competition that we plan to have several
teams compete in. Each team needs a vehicle (see photos) and we
are looking for sponsorship support for Mercy to buy a new ‘flash’
Human Powered Vehicle. Note: these vehicles are peddle powered by
students up to a maximum of 50 to 60 kilometres per hour. Students
work on the technical aspects such as fabrication, gear ratios, IT type
technology and aero dynamics.
Would you like to sponsor our new vehicle that we wish to purchase
in Term 1? Contact the College Office for details if you would like to
assist. Any donation/contribution would help. Total cost of our new
HPV is $11,000.
Please note that naming rights for the vehicle are available.
Mr Michael Duggan and
Mr Jim Ford
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Assistant Principal Mission
Keep on giving this special gift
The holidays seem to bring about frequent trips into town and ample opportunity to listen to my favourite
podcasts. On this particular day I just happened to leave the radio on and caught the end of an interview with
the topic of Religion being the focus. Of course I became alert to what was being discussed. I didn’t catch the
interviewee’s name but the main message concerned Religion being all about relationship.
Over the Christmas holidays I tried to catch up on some reading both personal and
academic. This is one aspect of my life that tends to get lesser attention, maybe it’s
due to not setting aside a specific time in the day to do so. Maybe I don’t see it as a
priority! I do know that usually by the time I get to pick up a book I am far too tired
to read, let alone comprehend what I’m reading, so the book usually gets put aside
shortly after. However, I actually finished reading a book which was a gift I received
from my children a couple of years ago
This could also be said for our relationships….. many of us have spent some time
during the Christmas holidays with family, relatives and friends that we may not see
too often, or which involve strained relationships. Some friends have even
mentioned that they couldn’t wait to ‘get out of there’ after travelling and spending four days with family over
Christmas. Relationships are rarely easy. It is so important to see that in relationships, the gift of time and the
gift of presence we give to one another are vital. How can we be truly present to one another and to our God?
As I was preparing for the beginning of the year staff development days I pondered
on the relationships amongst our now one hundred and twenty plus staff. There are
some days where we may think we are failing, we may feel useless, we may feel that
we are ‘wasting’ our precious time, but from life’s experience, quality time given to
one another is never wasted! It may not be what we say that matters, but deep
inside the other person senses that they are worth wasting time with and for.
Perhaps that is the greatest gift we can give to them. Each day let us waste time
with those we love, with our God and perhaps hardest of all, with ourselves.
God of abundance, You bless us with gifts of creation. Send us your Spirit to make us strong in faith and active
in nurturing relationships filled with love and respect that brings peace and joy to others. We ask this through
Christ our Lord. Amen
Mrs Jeanette Refalo
12Assistant Principal Students
Uniform
Welcome to 2020. Hoping by now all students new and returning have settled into Mercy College and are
excited and enthusiastic about the start of a new era. This year we have begun with some new school rules
which I am sure your child has spoken to you about. These are published in our Student Diaries and I just
wanted to highlight some of them for you.
As you would be aware we have introduced the rule of no wearable technology at Mercy. If students have smart watches,
fitbits or other wearable tech, they are to be kept in their bags or lockers throughout the day. This also applies to mobile
phones which must not be kept on their person, they must be in a student’s bag or locker. If these items are seen, heard or
used during the hours of 8:00am – 3:00pm, they will be iLogged and returned to the student at the end of the day. On the
third occasion, the item will need to be collected by a parent/guardian and a meeting arranged with the Assistant Principal,
Students to discuss further consequences if this was to happen again.
Your child would have also informed you of the new rule regarding hats. A school hat must be worn at all times except
indoors. I have been very impressed with the attitude of students towards this new rule. The first day of school we had
approximately 40 students without hats and the next day there were only 10 students which has decreased every day.
Students have been informed on Assembly that they are required to wear their hat before entering the school, as they hop
off the bus or out of their car, during all break times and moving between classes. If for any reason your child doesn’t have
their hat or is wearing the incorrect uniform, they require a note from their parent/guardian explaining the reason why.
The final rule I would like to draw to your attention is ‘hair’ which can be found in the grooming section of our Student
Diary. We have had a number of male students return to school with inappropriate hair styles and I thank those parents
who have been working with us to correct this situation. Our guidelines are very clear with photograph examples included
in the Diary for parents/guardians and students to refer to. Please do take the time to read over these rules with your child
and ensure you sign pages 7, 13 and 15 before Week 3 begins. If you have any questions or concerns with regard to these
rules or any other rules, please feel free to contact your child’s House Coordinator or myself.
Mr Chris Sorbello
13Parent Involvement - 2020
P&F and Mercy Board working together
Mercy P&F
Discuss school events
Plan P&F support for school functions
Allocate P&F levy monies to curriculum
development P & F Meetings start at 6:00pm in the College
Discuss rules & routines and future improvements Library *Catherine McAuley Information & Resource
Generate sub-committees for uniform updates Centre
and Bikeathon On 2nd Wednesday of the Month
Plan for guest speakers and presentations of
interest
Mercy Board
Prayer, reflection & discernment
Undertake consideration of the impact of new
Catholic Education policies
Oversee school finances and master planning of
facilities
Informed of and have input into College strategic
planning
We need your support - How?
For Mercy P&F, please turn-up at the front of the Library 7:00pm joint meeting of P&F and Board
building; entry via Juliet St gate. For presentation of the Principal’s report
The first P&F Meetings for 2020:
Wednesday 12 February at 6:00pm in the
College Library (Annual General Meeting and General Meeting)
”We take our job seriously”
7:30pm P&F depart and Board meeting
commences
P&F and Board for presentation of the
Principal’s report
9:00pm Finish
Photo: 2019 combined P&F and Board Christmas Party
14Cultural Coordinator
Miss Cassandra Gillespie
15Mercy College Counselling
How are nutrition and mental health linked?
Healthy eating helps young people cope more effectively with stress, better manage their
emotions and get a good sleep – all of which assist learning.
Most research about nutrition and mental health has
focused on adults. We know that good nutrition is
associated with better mental health outcomes, whereas a
poor diet is associated with a greater risk of depression and
anxiety. However, emerging research that focuses on
children and young people has also found a relationship
between unhealthy diets and poorer mental health
outcomes.
Poor nutrition has been associated with:
externalising behaviour (such as hyperactivity, aggression, disobedience)
symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
poor concentration and tiredness, which interfere with learning
immune system function, which is also linked to mental health
delayed brain development – high-fat, high-sugar diets can affect proteins in the body that are important
for brain development
iron deficiency, which has been linked to cognitive function impairments associated with learning and
memory
nutrient deficiencies, which have been associated with mental health conditions including depression and
anxiety (we know that fruits and vegetables, grains, fish, lean red meats and olive oils are rich in important
nutrients such as folate, magnesium, vitamins and zinc which all impact on body and brain functions,
including mood regulation).
The good news is that improving what you eat can lead to improvements in your mental health, so it’s never too
late to encourage healthier eating patterns.
If you have any concerns regarding your child’s eating habits and how its impacting on their mental health, feel
free to contact me at the College, or through email on lynn_wirtz@mercymackay.qld.edu.au
Mrs Susan McKay / Ms Lynn Wirtz
16Finance Department
As advised previously, Mercy College will transition to annual billing in 2020.
Therefore, accounts for fees will be processed annually in Term 1. Parents can choose
to pay the annual amount, due within 30 days of the Statement of Account being
issued by the College and receive a $100 discount. Alternatively, parents can choose
to pay these fees in weekly, fortnightly, monthly or quarterly instalments and receive a $40
discount, if these fees are paid by the end of the year.
We encourage families to contact our Finance Office if assistance is required in setting up these regular payment plans.
Payments can be made by either cash, cheque, BPay, credit card, direct debit or internet banking transfer.
If you have not already done so, please complete and forward your 2020 Account & Discount Information Form to the
Finance Office, to allow us to calculate any family discounts due. This form is to be completed by all parents/guardians
yearly and is a requirement for College audit purposes.
If you have any concerns with the payment of your account, please contact the Finance Manager to discuss your situation.
We have a number of concessions and payment options that we can put in place to assist you. All conversations will be
treated with the utmost confidentiality.
Mr David McKie
Futsal Coordinator
During first term, the Mercy Futsal League (run by the students in Futsal
Excellence) will be up and running! All students are invited to take part in
the exciting and entertaining sport of futsal (a variant of indoor soccer).
The League is open to students of all ages, both boys and girls, futsal is a
sport that is easy to pick up and very enjoyable. Students can organise
and nominate their own teams and will face off against teams of their
own age split into boy’s and girl’s competitions. Games will take place in
the morning before school, during lunch and in the afternoon in the
school Hall. Finals will take place in Week 9 and 10 where each division
will crown a winner for the competitive competitions. However, players
are not only competing for grand-final glory. Students are also playing for
MVP (most valuable player) and top goal scorer.
No experience is required. It’s a great opportunity for students to be
active and have loads of fun! Students can access updates for the
competition on the MFL google classroom page (code: 9zx2wr).
Damian Coles
17Sports Coordinator
Representative School Sport
Representative school sport has kicked off for 2020 with a number of trial days already being completed.
Nominations for the following sports are currently open:
Mackay District Trials
AFL - Under 14 Boys & Girls
Netball - Under 15 & Under 18 Girls
Squash - Under 13 - 19 Boys & Girls
Rugby League - Under 15 & Under 18 Boys
Volleyball - Under 15 & Under 19 Boys & Girls
Hockey - Under 12 & Under 18 Boys & Girls
Southern Suburbs Trials
Netball - Under 12 Girls
See below for the process that Mercy College students need to follow if they wish to nominate for a Southern Suburbs or
Mackay District trial day:
● Trial days will be advertised in the morning notices each day. It is the responsibility of the student to check the
notices, even if they are away from school.
● Students interested in attending a trial day need to see one of the staff members in the Sports Office. Paperwork
will usually be distributed from here.
● Completed paperwork then needs to be signed by Mr Comerford.
● Money and paperwork then need to be taken to the Finance Office.
Please note that late paperwork will not be accepted under any circumstances. Due dates for paperwork are clearly stated.
On the day of a trial, parents/guardians are responsible for transport to and from the venue. If students are
leaving/returning to school, they must sign out and in via the main office.
Aquatics Carnival
The Mercy College Aquatics Carnival will be held on Monday February 24 (Week 5). Students
will attend school as normal on the day and will then be transported to the Memorial Pool at
the conclusion of Period 4 with the carnival starting at 2:00pm. The carnival will conclude at
9:00pm. Parents/Guardians can collect students at the conclusion of the carnival. Buses will
also be available to transport students to Walkerston and Sarina. Students are not required
to attend school on Tuesday February 25.
Attendance and participation at the Aquatics Carnival is compulsory for students at Mercy
College. The carnival is designed to create an enjoyable atmosphere where every student has
the opportunity to participate and gain points for their House whilst also giving our elite
swimmers the chance to showcase their skills in a competitive environment. The Cheer Squad
(war-cry) event also gives students the opportunity to demonstrate their House spirit.
More details will be given in the Week 4 Newsletter.
Michael Comerford
18Home Economics Department
Mini Pavlovas
Ingredients
150ml egg white (approximately 4 eggs) Icing sugar, for dusting
1 cup caster sugar 150ml thickened cream
2 tbs cornflour 1 tsp caster sugar
2 tsp white vinegar ½ tsp vanilla essence
125g strawberries ¼ cup passionfruit
Method
1. Preheat oven to 150˚C. Place the egg whites in the bowl of an electric mixer and whisk until stiff
peaks form.
2. Gradually add the sugar, whisking well until stiff and glossy.
3. Add the cornflour and vinegar and whisk to combine.
4. Spoon ½ cup of the mixture at a time onto baking trays lined with non-stick baking paper OR pipe
into even sized mounds onto baking tray.
5. Reduce oven to 120˚C, place the trays in the oven and bake for 20 – 30 minutes.
6. Turn the oven off and allow the pavlovas to cool completely in the oven.
7. Add cream, caster sugar and vanilla essence and beat until whipped cream consistency.
8. Spoon cream over the pavlovas, top with strawberries, passionfruit and dust with icing sugar to
serve.
Bacon and Vegetable Bake
Ingredients
1 medium zucchini ¾ cup self-raising flour
1 carrot, peeled 2 tsp oil
½ onion, finely chopped 1 egg
2 slices bacon, diced
½ cup grated cheese
¼ tsp pepper
½ tsp salt
Method
1. Preheat the oven to 180C. Spray baking dish with cooking oil spray.
2. Grate carrot and unpeeled zucchini coarsely.
3. Finely chop onion.
4. Dice bacon.
5. Combine zucchini, carrot, onion, bacon, cheese, flour, oil, beaten egg, salt and pepper in a bowl.
6. Pour into a well-greased baking dish.
7. Bake in a moderate oven for 30 minutes.
19Pikelets
Ingredients
1 cup flour SR flour
Pinch of salt
2 tbs caster sugar
190ml milk
1 egg
Oil spray
1 tbs butter
Jam
METHOD:
1. Sift flour and salt in a medium bowl. Stir in the sugar.
2. Whisk milk and egg together, then add to dry ingredients, whisking until smooth.
3. Heat a non-stick frypan over medium heat and lightly spray with oil spray. Drop level tablespoonful
of the mixture into the pan and cook for half a minute or until bubbles appear on the surface.
4. Turnover and cook other side for 1 minute until golden.
5. Allow to cool and serve with butter and jam.
Tuckshop
Fortnightly Volunteer Roster
If you have not received your roster or you are able to assist by volunteering, please contact Margaret Floyd on
4969 4155.
Group 3
Monday 10 February Michelle Goodman, Nikita Kinnane, Elizabeth kennedyr
Tuesday 11 February kylie John, Sarah Colleton
Wednesday 12 February Julie Harding, Jody Zimmermann
Thursday 13 February Joy de Froberville, Jenny Scott, Marnie Walsh
Friday 14 February Michelle King Deirdre Comerford
Group 4
Monday 17 February Colleen Best, Sadeta Jakupovic
Tuesday 18 February Rania Heke, Kirsty Hoani
Wednesday 19 February Rob Ely, Judy Orr
Thursday 20 February Shirley Sorensen, Amanda Zammit
Friday 21 February Lucia Atta, Lisa Sorbello, Lauren Henaway
20Community News…..
COUNCIL UPDATE: MILTON & GEORGE STREETS
INTERSECTION UPGRADE PROJECT
Council is currently installing traffic lights at the Milton
and George streets intersection. Please be advised the
date for the second temporary road closure has been
brought forward.
To minimise the impact on motorists, council is
temporarily closing one side of the George Street
intersection at a time as construction of the traffic lights
takes place.
This project is ahead of schedule and the eastern side of
the George Street intersection will reopen on Monday,
January 20, weather permitting. There will be full road
closure on the western side of the George Street
intersection, from Milton Street to Field Street, the same
day, weather permitting. This section of the road will be
closed for approximately five weeks, weather
permitting.
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