Secondary News

Friday, 22 May 2026

Multicultural Connection Day
This week, our school community celebrated Multicultural Connection Day, highlighting the rich diversity that makes Avondale School such a special place.Students enjoyed a wonderful range of cultural foods, music, and performances from around the world. We are sincerely grateful to the parents, staff and students who contributed their time and...
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Friday, 22 May 2026

Year 11 Urban Challenge
Last week, our Year 11 students embarked on their Urban Challenge in Sydney, a three-day experience designed to build resilience, independence, teamwork, and social awareness. After arriving at the YHA on Wednesday morning, students were placed into groups, encouraging them to connect and work with others across the cohort. A...
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Friday, 22 May 2026

Year 9 Food Tech Excursion
Year 9 Food Technology students recently ventured to Paddy’s Markets in Haymarket to experience first-hand the multicultural influences that shape Australian cuisine. Surrounded by vibrant food stalls and diverse ingredients, students explored new flavours, tasted dishes from different cultures, and discovered how traditions from around the world contribute to what...
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Friday, 15 May 2026

Police Liaison Officers Visit our Senior Students
Zac Hearn, our Police Youth and Engagement Officer, came and spoke with our Year 10 and 12 students this week on the important topic of domestic and family violence. His presentation was a valuable opportunity for students to understand better the seriousness of domestic violence, the importance of respectful relationships,...
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Friday, 15 May 2026

Scone and District School Horse Sport Competition
Five talented students proudly represented our school at the Scone and District School Horse Sport competition, competing across a variety of events including dressage, hacking, and sporting events. Students competed in highly competitive age divisions and demonstrated outstanding sportsmanship, determination, and teamwork throughout the day. Our riders achieved some fantastic...
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Friday, 15 May 2026

Year 10-12 Paul Dillon Sessions
Paul Dillon, Director of DARTA (Drug and Alcohol Research and Training Australia), presented to our Year 10, 11 and 12 students this week, continuing a valued partnership that has been part of the Avondale community since 2012. Widely respected for his evidence-based and engaging approach, Paul shared the latest research...
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Friday, 08 May 2026

School Captains Visit NSW Parliament
Our School Captains spent a great day at NSW Parliament House as the guests of Speaker of the House and local member, Greg Piper. They enjoyed behind the scenes tours of the historic building, they observed a lively question time and learned more about what it means to be a...
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Friday, 08 May 2026

Year 11 PROPEL Visit Rhema FM
Our Year 11 PROPEL students recently took their learning beyond the classroom with an exciting and highly practical excursion as part of their PROPEL NEWS simulation unit. A main part of the day centred around a visit to Rhema FM Newcastle, where students stepped inside a live radio environment and...
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Friday, 01 May 2026

HRIS Cross Country
Avondale School once again hosted the annual HRIS Cross country at Avondale University. It was a great day as we had sunshine and no mud for a change. A huge thanks to the Avondale University PDHPE students who helped as officials on the day. Terrina and her band of volunteers...
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