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Riverside
Rap
Edition 11
2012
Friday 20 July
23 Royle Street
Maryborough West
Queensland 4650
P O Box 2069
Maryborough DC
Queensland 4650
Telephone: 4123 1031
Fax: 4123 2545
Email:
college@riverside.qld.edu.au
River Side
OFFICE HOURS:
8AM — 4PM

LAST EDITION’S ENGLISH CHALLENGE:
Which of the following objects is least like the others?
Poem, Novel, Painting, Statue, Flower
What is the word coiled
inside this circle?
Congratulations to
Tristan Miller who supplied the
first correct answers:
Flower & Stronger
A $20 Music Card was awarded to Tristan.
This Edition’s English Challenge.
Proofreading is really important when writing any task.
Most students now re ly on spell check. When completing
the QCS, students have no access to computers, so they
must re ly on their own skills. The students are also marked
on how well they have written their piece in regards to
grammar, spelling and punctua tion.
Task: proofread the following paragraph.
he most influential writer in all of english literature, william
shakespeare was born in 1564 to a successful middle class
glove‐maker in stratford‐Upon‐Avon, England. Shakespeare
attended g rammar school, but his formal education
proceded no further in 1582 he maried Anne Hathaway, and
had three children with her Around 1590 he left his family
behind and traveled to London to work as an actor and
playwright. Public and critical success quickly followed, and
Shakespeare eventually became the most popular playright
in England and pa rt owner of the globe thea ter. His carer
bridged the reigns of elizabeth I and james I (ruled 1603–
1625), and he was a favorite of both monarchs. Wealthy and
renowne d; Shakespeare retired to Stratford and died in
1616 at the age of fifty‐two. Shakespeare’s At the time of
death, literary luminaries such as Ben Jonson hailed his as
timeless works.
“Be the best. It’s the only market that’s not crowded.”
LAST EDITION’S MATH PROBLEM:
This one had everyone stumped. No winner :‐(
THIS EDITION’S MATHS CHALLENGE:
This Maths problem has some good physics in it.
Students celebra ting the finish of Year 12 drive along the
street at a speed of 60 km per hour* while sounding a
whistle that has a frequency of 1200 Hz. Other students
standing on the side of the road hear the noise as the ca r
approaches and goes away. What is the appa rent frequency
of the whistle
as the car
approaches
and as the car
goes away?
(The speed of
sound is 330
metres per
second*)
Preparing students for a life of worth ...
Not merely a life of work.
The Office
Desk
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Colonisation Conversations
Riverside students in Year 4 examined the life of
Indigenous people before and after colonisation.
Trinity Hart had this to write about colonisation,
"Colonisation means the start of a new
community. The first colonies to start in Australia
were made up of British people, convicts,
explorers and free settlers. In 1788, the British first
fleet of ships had 1500 people and 60 000 convicts.
These kept arriving until 1868. The first colony was
in Sydney."
Chelsea Roberts looked at the differences for the
lives of Indigenous people before colonisation and
after colonisation. "We discussed how they used to
make lots of things and get a lot out from nature.
Like materials for their homes, cooking equipment,
clothes, musical instruments and food."
Noah Martin had this to say from wha t he had
learnt, "The British people forced them to change
and live like white people. I don't think that was
right."
The class also
enjoyed designing
and making
Indigenous model
shelters which they
also showed to
Year12 students
who had lots of
wonderful encouragement and feedback for
Year 4 students.
Miss Davie and Mrs Wendt
JUNIOR COLLEGE News
Athletics Carnival—Junior College
There will be two separate Athletics Ca rnivals this year.
Junior College will be divided as follows:
Prep to Year 4 will be held at the College on Friday 27 July.
Years 5—7 will be at the T inana Athletics Oval on Friday 27 July.
Parents should drop students in Years 5—7 at Tinana Athletics Oval
between 8:20am and 8:40am and collect them from the Tinana Oval
before 3:00pm.
Students who regularly use College buses will be collected as
normal and taken to the Tinana Athletics Oval.
Comments from Year 4
“School Camp should be great! Years 4 and 5 from Rivers ide are
going to School Camp on Monday August 27 until Wednesday
August 29. I am really excited. There are going to be fun activities
like giant swings, archery, bush skills and orienteering. That is a lot,
isn’t it? We sleep there for 2 days. We will get there on a school
bus. Adam Bull said, “I am very happy about going on school camp,
it should be great.”
We will sleep in separate rooms for boys and girls. It will be at
Mapleton in the mountains. We are all looking forward to it.”
Written by Kynan Machen 4W
“The Amazing Disco! The College disco on Thursday June 14 was
incredible and heaps of people were there. There were two funny
dances, they were the Chicken Dance and the Macarena. It was at
the Hall from 5:30pm to 7:30pm for Prep to Year 5. At the end of
the disco we all got a packet of chips and a popper. They had a
Photo Booth that was $1 per person or g roup. Rose Browning‐Reid
had this to say about this years disco, “I wouldn’t change a thing
about this years disco.” “My best friend went to the disco. “ said
Jorja Hood. People worked very hard to organise the disco. There
was a fog machine on the stage. Three teachers were there to
judge on how good people danced. Not everyone got a prize for
best dance. Everyone had fun. You should have been there.”
Written by Paris Berry 4W
“Awesome Brolga Time! Every Tuesday heaps of people from the
Riverside Ensemble group go to the music room with Miss Kathryn
Marshall to practise for big events. Like when we went to perform
at the Brolga, they all had to practise like crazy. Beth Dale had this
to say about the Brolga, “It was sort of nice and my favourite songs
were Tumba and John Ryan’s Polka.”
Written by Rika van Gerrisheim
Junior
College
News
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Middle College Youth Trek Afternoon
MUD, ROPES, MUD, NETS, MUD, BOATS, MUD,
CHALLENGE….. DID WE MENTION MUD?
In the last week of Term 2 all Middle College leaders
participated in an afternoon of leadership activities by
completing the Youth Trek course at Aldershot Scout
grounds. Youth Trek is an Outdoor Educa tion program
designed to increase confidence, discover leadership
abilities, test coping skills and build team spirit.
Students pa rticipated in small team building activities
like the giant tug of war and the toxic wall challenge
followed by the obsta cle course. Mr. Ross, Mrs.
McCarthy and Ms. Matthew were very pleased when it
rained for the 3 days prior to the obstacle course as it
meant all students were going to be getting very dirty.
(see pictures) All students participated very well,
displaying lots of courage and determination. The
Middle College should be very proud of their leaders.
Well done!!!
20 of our top Year 8 Math students were lucky enough
to take part in a Maths Enrichment Day. The day began
with our team captains, Curtis, Alysha, Robert, and Matt
P, giving a brief history of their team’s namesake. After
learning about Pascal, Archimedes, Euler and
Pythagoras we were all a little in awe of the beauty of
Mathematics when we looked at Fibonacci and how his
theory is represented in Architecture, nature and
history. It was then down to business with a game of
dice prisoners, relays and potentate of the rose. We
were pumped and the day was quickly disappearing so
after a quick feast of pizza we got straight back into it
with fast money, mental guru semi finals, maths bingo
and some extra challenging problems. However, a
competition is not a competition without a grand
final! Our two top players from mental guru went head
to head with some tricky mental computation
questions. Team Pascal fought ha rd but the winner of
the day was team Archimedes. Congra tulations to all
our participants it was a day that was enjoyed by all.
A huge thank you to Mr and Mrs Garnett who have
been running this event from Brisbane to Gympie for
many years.
MIDDLE COLLEGE News
Welcome to Term 3
Welcome back to another busy term in Middle College. We
would like to especially welcome our newest Year 9 student,
Mitchell Simpson and his family.
Important Dates
18‐20 July – Yrs 6/7 Camp @Maranatha
20 July – Relay For Life
25‐27 July ‐ Yr 9 Camp @Flame Lily (Burrum Heads)
27 July – Yrs 6&7 Athletics Carnival (with Junior College)
28 July – Riverside Garage Sale and Middle College Fair
30 July – Eisteddfod begins
31 July – Middle College‐led Whole School Assembly
(Wakakirri dress rehearsal performance)
2‐3 August – Interschool Equestrian Competition
8 August – Yrs 8‐12 Athletics Carnival
21 Sept – Last day of term and Book Character Day
Staffing changes
This term, Riverside welcomes Mr Peter Ball to the teaching
team. Mr Ball will be teaching 6/7 HPE, Computing and some
Junior College classes. Mr Michael Lovejoy will also be taking
some practical 6/7 HPE lessons. Mrs McCarthy will take over
teaching Visual Arts to Years 6/7 and 8 this semester.
Middle College Fair
As part of our fundraising effort for Riverside’s Mission Trip to
Fiji in the September holidays, Middle College classes have
organised to run Fair Stalls at the annual Riverside Garage
Sale, on Saturday 28 July. Each Form class is responsible for
running a stall, and students will be required to assist at the
Fair throughout the day. We encourage as many families as
possible to attend the fair, to make all the students’ hard work
worthwhile.
Community and Recreation ‐ Soup Kitchen
Mrs Downes' Community and Recreation are continuing to
supply The Soup Kitchen at St Paul's Anglican Church with 4
large pots of soup on Friday nights. We make the soup in class
on Thursday afternoons and Mrs Downes delivers the soup
Friday after school. We would appreciate any donations of
vegetables (fresh or canned), split peas, lentils, stock powder or
cubes, pasta or anything else tha t can be
used in soups.
We particularly need pumpkins,
potatoes, tins of tomatoes or toma to
puree. If you are able to donate items
please bring them to Student Reception
to be collected by Mrs Downes.
Thank you in anticipation
of your response.
Middle
College
News
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This letter was received recently ....
Dear Principal
As you may know, one of your students, Verity Simpson,
is currently undergoing a Traineeship with the Brolga
Theatre. Verity worked on the internationa lly acclaimed
Men in Pink Tights show, which was held at the theatre
last night. The Production Manager for the show has
written to me today to thank our technical team for their
professionalism and support. They made special
mention of Verity which I thought should be brought to
your attention. Kind regards,
Ron Murray
Manager Brolga Theatre and Convention Centre
Well done Verity ... Staff and students are very proud of you!
Year 11 Leadership Camp
Last week, a group of the Year Eleven students, along
with Mrs White, Mr Slater and Mrs Meyers, visited the
Luther Heights Youth Camp in Coolum Beach. The idea of
the camp was to form stronger bonds of friendship,
along with leadership and communication skills.
We left from Riverside early in the morning, arriving at
the camp at around 9:30am. The 3 days were spent
getting to know each other as leaders and fellow
classmates, through multiple group activities, such as
‘Mission Impossible’, the flying fox and a high or mid
ropes course; all of which re quired cooperation and
communication from every member. We also broke into
smaller groups, participating in games and activities,
testing both physical and mental focus. On the last night,
we were presented with a speech on leadership. The
presentation focused on self‐worth, with a background
of Christianity, supporting the leadership roles that the
Year Elevens will come into in 2013. Although plagued by
rain, the camp produced many new friendships, and
provided a strong basis of ‘kfc’ – kindness, fun, and
communication, which we will all certainly value in the
future!
Considering a Gap Year ? Looking for a break after
school to travel, volunteer or earn some money?
Whatever you decide, the Cons idering a Gap Year
event will support students to develop an essential
plan on how they want to spend their gap year and
what they want to get out of it.
When: Thursday September 13 5pm – 7pm
FREE ENTRY
Where: Sunshine Coast TAFE
Maroochydore Campus 170 Horton Pa rade
Who: Students, parents and teachers
RSVP and registration:
Considering a Gap Year? Event Registra tion
For further information contact:
Queensland Youth Industry Links
Ph: 07 5443 4322 or visit: www.qyil.com.au
SENIOR COLLEGE News
Fraser Coast Jobs and Career Expo (PCYC Hervey Bay)
Thursday 26 July 2012 (All Ages)
The Fraser Coas t Careers Expo will be a great place to link up
with education providers, community organisations and
industry professionals. Find out about the diverse range of
careers available in the region. Talk with the many exhibitors
and discover future options you may not have even considered.
We look forward to seeing you there!
USQ Open Day (USQ Fraser Coast Campus)
Sunday August 5 2012
Ever wondered wha t USQ looks like? They are opening the
doors to show you what really goes on at USQ.
Head Start Results for Distance Education
and Online Students
If you are a high achieving Year 11 or 12 student, and believe
you have the capability, maturity and motivation to undertake
university study while still finishing school, then maybe Head
Start is for you. Regardless of your university preference,
there is a wide variety of units across multiple faculties
available. However, to truly benefit, upon successful
completion of a course, will guarantee you entry into a re lated
USQ program upon the completion of your schooling,
provided students put a related USQ program as first
preference when applying through QTAC. Guaranteed entry is
on the condition that all program prerequisites are met.
Student
Name
Course Result
Lily Lynch JRN1000 Journalism Practice C – Pass
Jack Holtby LAC1001 Language Survival Skills HD ‐ High
Distinction
Elrick Quinn ENG1100 Introduction to Engineering Design B ‐ Credit
Shane
Seaton
Current Year 10 students will
be attending with their
parents/care rs, the
Set Plan and Subject
Selection
meeting on
Wednesday 25 July
Time: 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Location: Multi-Purpose Hall
THE1001 Introduction to History and Theory of
Drama 1 B ‐ Credit
Alex Walker ENG1002 Introduction to Engineering and
Spatial Science Applications C ‐ Pass
Students passing their course will re ceive two QCE points.
Congratulations to all, and what an outstanding result for Jack,
Elrick and Shane for the high distinctions
and credits. Well done!
Senior
College
News
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News from the CHAPLAIN
Rap from the Chap Mr Ross Harrold
Love Crosses Culture
During the first week of this term I had the privilege of being asked to help lead a
Mission trip to the remote communities of Normanton and Doomadgee. A good
friend of mine is the CEO of an International Humanitarian Aid Organisation
called World Hope Network, and World Hope Network has been sending a team
to these communities for the past 7 years. As a member of the first team to go
to Normanton I formed a friendship with the local Indigenous Pastor and a few
years later moved to Norma nton with my family and worked alongside the
Indigenous community. This year the World Hope Network Team consisted of
people from many different cultural backgrounds; Vietnamese, Russian, Pakistani, Aboriginal and Maltese.
An Indigenous choir of young school children travelled from Mount Druitt, Sydney along with some of their community
elders. The purpose behind all these people from many different cultures travelling to remote Queensland was to
express God’s love and to show that love crosses cultural borders. It does not matter what we look like on the outside,
God sees the heart of each person and wants to show them how great His Love is.
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son”. John 3:16
Acknowledgement We would like to acknowledge that the chaplaincy/student welfare services under the Nationa l School
Chaplaincy and Student Welfare Program have been funded by the Australian Government Department of Education,
Employment and Workplace Relations. Riverside Christian College currently employs a full‐time Chaplain. Approximately
20% of the position is funded under the NationalSchool Chaplaincy and Student Welfare Program.
Tinana Christian Church
115 Gympie Road, Tinana
Fridays 7:00pm to 9:30pm
Term 3, 2012
JULY 13 Fruity Fun
20 Truth or Dare
27 Olympic Games
AUG 4 (Saturday)
Climbing a Mountain
10 Noodle Night
17 Mattress Run
24 Trust Me
31 Mega Munchies
SEPT 7 Real Video Games
14 Youth vs . Wild
Dave Shipp Ph: 0439 661 209
20 July—the Exodus ... This epic game will take your team on an
amazing journey. Can your team complete the challenges, avoid getting
plagued and get to the Promised Land before everyone else?
27 July—Kid’s Party ... Don’t you miss those great games, Pass the
Parcel, Pin the Tail on the Donkey, Musical Chairs? Join us for some
childish fun and plenty of fairy bread!
3 August—C Night ... We’ve done A Night and B Night so come
dressed as something starting with ‘C’ and join us for a chocolaty
celebration of all things ‘C’
10 August—Bowling ($10) ... Meet at the
Bowling Centre (Quarry Court, 4650) for a night of ten pin
action!
17 August—Bubble Bonanza ... Join us for a
bubbly bonanza. From Aero Bars to bubble wrap,
we’ve got tonight popping with bubble ballistic
brilliance!
Chaplaincy
Missions
Youth Activities
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Riverside's
Interschool Equine Competition
2 and 3 August
If you have an interschool saddle cloth from last year please
return to Riverside ASAP
Please feel free to contact Tina Leishman should you
require help with nomina tions or any further information.
Tina Leishman
E: tina.leishman@riverside.qld.edu.au
P: 4123 1031
School Tennis Coaching
Coaching has commenced for this term so now is the time to
join. Coaching is conducted at the school court by a Tennis
Australia Certified Coach and players are able to develop their
skills using a ball machine. To reserve your place please call
Bruce Rayner on 0408740418.
Association Coaching
‘Mini Tennis’ (4‐8 year olds) is conducted at the Association
Courts in Alice Street from 3:30‐4pm of a Tuesday afternoon
using low compression balls with racquet provided. Group
coaching is also conducted on a Wednesday afternoon from
3:30‐4:30pm and is tailored to individuals aged 8‐17 years old.
If interested in rese rving your place in any of these lessons
please call Bruce Rayner on 0408740418.
Saturday Afternoon Fixtures
A new fixture season is commencing at the Association Courts
from 3‐5pm on a Saturday afternoon including singles and
doubles. Players are able to practice on a ball machine and
win weekly prizes. Membership includes FREE games on a
Saturday afternoon as well as FREE daytime court hire for all
family members. All sta ndards are catered for. For more
information please call Bruce Rayner on 0408740418.
OUTDOOR ED. & SPORTING News
A reminder that practice sessions are available
for this year's HPV challenge
There is a sign up sheet in the Student Reception
area. Sessions are available on Tuesdays
(Mr Slater), Wednesdays (Mr Harvey) and
Thursdays (Mr Harrold) 3.00 ‐ 4.30 and on
Saturdays 9.00 ‐ 11.00.
We need a few students attending at each time to
make it worthwhile. In the meantime you should
be riding your bikes and we are looking at offering
a spin class too.
The Sports Department recently rece ived fantastic
sporting resources that was the direct result of parent
and community support through the collection of Coles
Sporting Vouchers in 2011 ... Thank you to all those
who contributed.
The Coles Sports
vouchers are still
running for 2012
Keep collecting and
make our sporting
resources even better.
A huge thank you to
Coles Supermarkets
too!
Mark Your Calendar
Annual Sporting Awards will be held on campus on
Friday 14 September.
Sporting
News
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Art Society
Students represe nted
Riverside with pride at
this year's
Maryborough Art
Society Exhibition.
As the largest art
competition in
Maryborough, the
annual exhibition
attracts entries
from professional and
amateur artists
from all over
Queensland.
Riverside students
entered paintings and
drawings in various
age categories from
Junior through to Year
12. Emma Cooper was
awarded first prize in
the Year 9 and 10 age
group for her gra phite
drawing of Jordan
Jensen. Billie Dries
won the Year 11 and
12 category for her
highly detailed
drawing of her horse,
Willway Anchorman.
Both artists were
awarded a $75
voucher for art
materials at Wide Bay
Gallery.
Congratulations to all
of our students who
entered work in the
exhibition.
Emma & Billie pictured below.
ART, MUSIC & PERFORMING ARTS News
The Eisteddfod is looming and students need to be in full
practice to ensure they do their best and enjoy the
experience. Here are some of the dates and timings for the
bigger groups, I will let you know other timings as they come
to hand:
String Quintet 15 August 1pm – 5pm
Rock Band 15 August 8.30am – 12pm
Junior Choir 13 August 1pm – 5pm
Secondary Choir 13 August 1pm – 5pm
We have some new music teachers in the music department:
Mr Ken Martindale (Senior piano); Mrs Lyn van Huysteen
(Junior piano); Mr Liam McKenna (drums). Welcome to them
all and they are in addition to: Ms Katie Marshall (strings);
Mr Andre Carpenter (brass and woodwind) and Mr Shaun
Manning (guitar and voice). Mr Manning is full at the
moment but there are vacancies in all other areas. If you
would like your child to commence lessons please ask them to
see me or drop me an email.
Students performed the Taming of the Shrew
Musical on the last day of Term 2.
Tayla Ellis and Samuel Ryan pictured left and the
awesome orchestra
pictured above.
Music Tutors
Quality Music
Tutors available
at Riverside
Andre
Carpenter
Brass &
Woodwind
Tutor
Katie
Marshall
Violin
Tutor
Shaun
Manning
Bass
Guitar
Tutor
Ken
Martindale
Senior Piano
Tutor
Lyn
Van Huysteen
Senior Piano
Tutor
Liam
McKenna
Drums
Tutor
Calisthenics Success
Congratulations to College students Shauna Smith, Kate Smyth &
Jannah Klein who competed at the National Calisthenics
Championships in Da rwin last week. Their team was rewarded
for the many months of travel, training and commitment with a
well earned 3 rd place. Well done girls – we are proud of you!
Performing Arts
News
8

Dance News
What an exciting Term to be a dancer!
This term th e dance d epartmen t in bus y working on man y diff eren t projects, one jus t as impor tant as th e o ther.
Wakakirri Story‐Dance competition – FINALS ‐Friday 3 August 2012 – Caloundra Events Centre 6.30pm
Yrs 5,6 & 7 students have been working very hard in Term 2 and 3 learning and polishing a choreog raph created by Mrs
McGann. The story is mix of events from Mulan and the dreamtime story of how the Chinese Dragon came to life. The two
stories have been fused to create a very entertaining story about the Emperor (Tristin Miller), full of courage and hope for
his people. But when war breaks out he is devastated at the result and he looses all his belief in himself. When praying he
was visited by a guardian (Jacy Hyland) and the Dragon Tamer. Telling him to pray for courage, hope and faith. Telling him
if he shows this within himself then his people will follow. The Dragon appeared as a symbol of all the things he required
to be the best leader he could be. Tickets are on sale at The Caloundra Events Centre $30 pp. Come and support this hard
working group.
Maryborough Dance Eisteddfod – Friday 17 August 2012 – Brolga Theatre 1pm‐4.30pm
The Maryborough Dance Eisteddfod has finally re turned after its 15 year absence. The Eisteddfod is a wonderful
opportunity for the Year 8 – 12 Dance students to perform in a healthy competitive environment.
The students will be performing in two categories Jazz and Contemporary. The Yrs 8,9,10 students will compete against
the Year 11 & 12 students. I am proud to announce that both teams are training very hard for the honour of performing in
the eisteddfod.
RIVERSIDE DANCE EXTRAVAGANZA CONCERT – Tuesday 21 August 2012 – Riverside Hall ‐ 5pm–7pm
Wakakirri team, Eisteddfod teams and all dance students will perform at this GREAT event. As well as Special Guest
performers from local Dance Companies: L.A.D Studio, Fraser Coast Calisthenics, plus more.
Entry fee: $2 all money will go towa rds paying for Transport towards dance events. Please come and support these
events.
Dance
News
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Wednesday 25—
Friday 27 July
Wednesday 25 July
Thursday 26 July
Thursday 2—Friday 3
August
Friday 3 August
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
TERM 3 EVENTS
Year 9 Camp Year 9 Students
Student Set Plan
Night
Fraser Coast Careers
& Job Expo
Friday 27 July Athletics Day Junior College
Saturday 28 July
GARAGE SALE &
FAIR
Interschool Equestrian
Competition
Wakakirri
Competition
Year 10 & Parents On Campus
Equine Riders Fraser Coast Show Grounds
Friday 3 August Jeans for Genes Day All College On Campus
Wakakirri Students Sunshine Coast
Friday 3 August Heritage Excursion Year 4 Wharf Street
Friday 14
September
Friday 21
September
Year 10 Off Campus
Everyone!!! On Campus
Prep to Year 4 on campus
Yr 5 to Yr 7 @ Tinana Oval
Annual Sports Awards All College Multi-Purpose Hall
September Holidays All College As from 3pm!!!
Tuesday 9 October School Resumes All College Term 4 Begins
PAY YOUR FEES BY CENTREPAY Did you know that you can arrange for regular deductions from your Centrelink
payments to pay for school fees? Centrepay is a free direct bill‐paying service offered to Centrelink customers.
You can:‐ Phone Centrelink; Use online services (After logging on, go to ‘Deductions’); As a new option, we can
fax your request to Centrelink for you. Just hand in your completed form at the College Reception.
You will need:‐ 1. Centrepay deduction form (online or from Reception) 2. Your Customer Reference Number
(CRN) and Riverside’s CRN ‐ 555 055 130A 3. Your College account number (the name used on your fee
statement)
For more info go to http://www.centrelink.gov.au/internet/internet.nsf/services/centrepay.htm
RIVERSIDE BREAKFAST CLUB
Come on down to the Canteen area if you need some brain fuel on Wednesday and
Thursday mornings.
Helpers are needed ... So if you would like to become a volunteer please speak wi th Mr Ross Harrold.
Calendar
of Events
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COLLEGE NOTICES
RIVERSIDE’S ‐ P & F ASSOCIATION
“Empowering OUR College Community Through Authentic Partnerships”
Update from Riverside Parents and Friends Committee:
Thank You
A big thank you to Cassandra Payne for her role as President of the P &
F this year. Cassandra resigned from her position as President at the
end of June due to health concerns. Tanya Boyce has been filling in for
Cassandra but has now stepped back into her Vice President position.
Maria Sten was elected President.
Important Notice
During recent months the attendance at P & F meetings has been
dwindling, therefore a decision will need to be made at the next
meeting (29 August) as to whether we continue with the P & F for the
remainder of the year or start fresh in 2013. If you are passionate and
want the P & F to continue for the res t of the year (there are only 3
more meetings), then you need to attend the next meeting. We would
love to see some new faces. Please feel free to come along and give
your ideas. The P & F aims to foster and promote a co‐operative
caring relationship and sense of community between all members of
the College community. We help to support parents and staff in the
enrichment of the children’s education whilst being a positive and
supporting influence within our College.
Tuckshop Helpers
This term the tuckshop will be opening both Wednesday and Friday.
A new order and ordering process will be sent home with your child. It
is also not too late to help out in the Tuckshop – either Wednesday or
Friday. Please contact the Tuckshop Co‐ordinator – Tanya Boyce on
0478 124 224 to advise if you are able to assist.
School Banking
Welcome to our new Banking coordinators—Tina Pont and Linda Hall.
A huge thank you to Cassandra Payne for all of her work in setting up
the school banking system. If you have any school banking questions
please leave a note at the College Reception. Don’t forget tha t
Thursday is School Banking Day and students should bring in their
weekly deposit. For every deposit made at the College, no matter how
big or small, students will receive a cool Dolla rmites token. The first
token will be received upon the first deposit. Once students have
individua lly collected 10 tokens they can be redeemed for a range of
great exclusive reward items in recognition of their continued savings
behaviour.
Pauls Collect a Cap
This promotion is still running. Please if you drink any Pauls milk
including Pauls Full Cream, Smarter White, Trim, Rev, PhysiCAL Low
and No Fat and Skinny Milk, bring your caps into the College reception.
Alternatively, you can drop them into IGA on Alice Street (the old
Andys) at the back where the milk fridges are. Riverside will re ceive
10c for every cap which we will use to purchase much needed
resources for the College.
Woolworths Earn and
Learn Promotion
Once your card is completed,
make sure your name and
Riverside Christian College is
on the bottom and either
send to the College or place in the appropriate
bin at Maryborough's Woolworths.
Each family should have already received a
'my sticker card' via your youngest child.
More cards will be available from Student
Reception. Promotion closes 12 August.
Welcome to all of our new students who
have joined us in Term 3:
Seiarn Rankine (Yr 11)
Rachael Watkins (Yr 10)
Mitchell Simpson (Yr 9)
Cody Scott (Yr 5)
Katie (Yr 5) & Ryan (Yr 2) Fearnley
Christopher (Yr 4) & Jorja (Yr 1) Nichols on
Heydon Wilson (Prep G)
Seth Logan (Prep F)
We trust that you all feel welcomed and make
some great lasting friendships as you journey
with us.
Please note the Multi‐purpose Hall is currently
having a Rock Climbing feature built on the inside
wall. Cons truction may alter some classes that
regularly use the Hall.
PARENTS PLEASE CHECK YOUR CHILD’S
UNIFORM
We have a number of jumpers and hats that
parents have labelled, however they have
gone missing. Please check that your child is
wearing their own items and not someone
else’s.
Please label your child’s clothing
and accessories.
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Attention Parents and Friends
Each Monday 9:00—9:30am you are invited to join
a prayer group held at “The Shed” Wesleyan
Methodist Church.
Praying for our children, each other’s children,
teachers, other staff and for the College.
(Small children welcome)
Chewing gum is NOT permitted
on the College grounds.
This year we have students and staff who suffer from
allergies and they must be very careful not to come into
contact with certain foods. Therefore we request that where
possible, the following foods: Eggs, Peanuts and Seafood
be avoided at the College.
We value the well-being of each one in
our Riverside community, let’s make the
College a safe place for all.
Thank you!
Homework and Assignment Assistance
After School
Supervised by Mrs Downes and Mrs Slater on Tuesday
and Wednesday afternoons from 3 to 4 pm.
On Tuesday the venue is E‐Zone.
On Wednesday the venue is G Block (Mrs Slater’s
classroom).
This activity is open to students from Years 6 to 12
who want to use the time to work independently on
homework or assignments, and students who would
like some teacher assistance with their work. Please
support us by checking with your child/children
whether they have work to do and if they don't, make
the usual arrangements for them to go home at 3pm.
Head Lice are sneaky
little critters!
Please make sure tha t they have
not decided to hide in your ha ir.
Comb and check hair daily and treat
immediately if you find any
crawlies!!!
COLLEGE NOTICES
The Annual Report is now on the
College website for viewing, or
hard copies are available from
College Student Reception.
Link is http://
www.riverside.qld.edu.au/uploads/
publications/Annual%20Reports/
AnnualReport2011.pdf
WASTE MANAGEMENT AT RIVERSIDE
Riverside students are asked to put their rubbish in
different bins in order for the College to better
manage our waste. 3 bins are available in eating
areas ‐ yellow top recycle bins (like the ones at home),
red top bins for garbage that can't be reused or
recycled, and small green top bins for food waste that
can be composted. Our aim is to
decrease our 'landfill' rubbish by 1/3, simply by
recycling and composting.
Please encourage your child/ren to put their
rubbish in the correct bins.
MULTI‐PURPOSE HALL & COMPUTER LAB
IS 100%
NO FOOD, NO DRINK areas
There are no exceptions
Jeans for Genes Day –
Friday 3 August
Raising $$$’s
for geneti c
disorder research
Wear your jeans and support with gold coin donation!
Iceblocks will be on sale during 1st break for $1.
Entertainment and sock wrestling in the Hall during
2nd break. Sock wrestling 20c a turn.
Be part of a great cause!
Mark Your Calendar
Annual Middle/Senior Academic Awards will be held at the
Brolga Theatre on Wednesday evening 31 October.
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Koorong Kids Catalogue is out NOW!
Bring your order form and money by
Friday 7 September.
Excitement! Excitement!
Riverside’s next building project is about to
commence. At the back of the Administration
building construction will begin soon on the next
two storey building which will contain Science and
general classrooms as well as storage and office
areas. The building will be finalised for the
commencement of 2013. The College thanks both
the State and Federal Governments for their
financial assistance with the project.
FREE DRESS FUNDRAISER FOR FIJI
Friday 24 August
Clothing must be sunsmart, modest and inoffensive.
Shorts or skirts must not be shorter tha n current uniform
length. Shoes must be enclosed.
Gold coin donation!
Japanese students are visiting Maryborough in August
The coordina tors are desperately seeking placements for
Japanese students with host families. August 5—17
If you are interested please contact:
Michael Duggan 4122 3352 or Sharon Polley 4123 1715
COLLEGE NOTICES
PROGRESSIVE
STIMULATING
PURPOSEFUL
Call now for a personalised tour
Scholarships on offer
to qualifying Year 8 students!
CONTACT
Riverside Christian College
Building futures, shaping lives!
Ph: 4123 1031
www.riverside.qld.edu.au
2013/14
Enrolments
Filling fast ... Don’t miss out!
FOR SALE:
Standard bred mare.
14.2 hh. 16 year old.
Good to shoe, rug and float. No bite or kick.
Good nature. Not for riding beginner.
Has old injury hind left leg. Still works fine.
Good with cattle, dogs, cars, motorbikes and stockwhip.
Go to good home only. $800 ono. Phone: 0448 551 804 after 4pm.
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COMMUNITY NOTICES
Crime Prevention
Did you know that a Police Officer and/or Volunteers in Policing from Maryborough or Hervey
Bay Police Station can conduct a free security assessment on your home?
Should you want to participate in this service please contact the Crime Prevention Unit on
4123 8141 in Maryborough or 4128 5309 in Hervey Bay.
National Healthy Bones Week National Healthy Bones Week National Healthy Bones Week
This year National Healthy Bones Week is encouraging everybody to team up exercise and
dairy foods for healthy bones. And what better way to do this than with a ‘Milkshake’!
Every Body Shake. Get your body moving. Everybody Milkshake. Give your bones a calcium
boost with a milkshake.
National Healthy Bones Week National Healthy Bones Week National Healthy Bones Week
Maryborough West Scout Group
Invites you to come along and try Camping, Abseiling, Cooking, Bushcraft and more.
Learn Lifelong skills with adventure, discovery and teamwork. Ages 6 to 26.
Ph – Brenden (41230018) Group Leader, Maryborough West. For more info www.scoutsqld.com
Joeys (6‐7 ½ yrs) Weds 6.30‐7.30pm, Cubs (7‐10yrs) Wed’s 6.30‐8.30pm & Scouts (10‐14yrs)
Tues 6.30‐8.30
Zumba classes run by our very own Kirstene Wallace are open to all staff who
are encouraged to join in for some addictive fun each
Thursday afternoon at 3.30pm.
Kirstene is also offering classes at St Mary’s Parish Hall on Tuesdays, 5‐5:45pm.
Bring a water bottle, comfy clothes and sneakers.
BOY’S BRIGADE NEEDS YOU!
BB meets weekly during the school term on Friday Nights from
7.00pm – 9.30pm, and is run by trained leaders at the Door of Hope Church (Church of Christ)
in Kent Street.
ANCHORS AGE 5 – 7 YEARS – 7.00PM – 9.00PM JUNIORS AGE 8 – 12 YEARS – 7.00PM – 9.00PM
SENIORS AGE 12 – 18 YEARS – 7.00PM – 9.30PM
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT CAPTAIN – MR COL ENCHELMAIER PH 07 41 23 3293
By developing your concentration sk ills ... Education becomes easier. At Rhee Tae Kwon‐Do they believe that children
who study the Martial arts develop a higher mental focus and a longer attention span. The self defence techniques
improves co‐ordination, flexibility and muscle development. Students also learn the peaceful and effective Anti‐Bully
strategies while cultivating self control. Call today to re ceive FREE trial lessons. 4124 7835 or 0404 747 413
Immigration Celebration in which the 150th anniversary of the a rrival of the Ariadne will be acknowledged.
Concert in the Park 29 September 2pm—4pm FREE
Oztag Clinics—free Come And Try Day at Doon Villa Soccer fields on Sunday 19 August for Juniors and Seniors, and
school teams would be most welcome. So "Come And Get Tagged, You'll Love It" 140,000 Australian players can't be
wrong! Phone 0414 893 840 or 07 4125 8424 for more information.
Need a reliable babysitter or tutor?
Graduated Rivers ide Christian College student, with curre nt blue ca rd. Holds a drivers licence, and available on short
notice. Tutoring Grade 7 and below. Can travel locally, for no extra charge.
Also walks dogs, pet‐sits, and house‐sits. Ra tes on request. Call Sarah Dalton 0499 329 691
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COMMUNITY NOTICES
Maryborough Blue Light Disco
Maryborough Town Hall 7:00pm to 10:00pm Friday July 26. Theme: Christmas in July Costume Party Age: Year 1 to
Year 10. No pass out after entry and doors open for departure at 10:00pm. Great prizes. This is a Qld Policing
Initiative proudly supported and supervised by Maryborough Police and Volunteers. Enquiries: 4123 8111
Sunday in the Park—Whale Festival Feature
August 5 at the Urangan Pier Park, 10:00am to 3:00pm. Story telling and music, stalls, raffles and sausage
sizzle. BYO blanket/chair. Enquiries: www.herveybayartscouncil
2012 Wide Bay & Fraser Coast Home Show & Caravan & Camping Expo
Friday 17—Sunday 19 August. 9:00am to 5:00pm Cost: Adults $8, Aged Senior Card $6, Children free with
paying adult. Fraser Coast Showgrounds.
Fraser Coast’s Got Talent—Open to anyone OVER the age of 50!
Sunday 19 August, Hervey Bay RSL 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Entry forms can be obtained by contacting Kerrie on
0417 718 490 or from website www.herveybayartscouncil
Have a Hair Party!!!
Dionne Hairdresser/Barber at Blush Hair Design, Shop 1, 93 Adelaide Street for all your hairdressing needs.
Angel Haircare products (made from deep sea mineral, sulphate and paraben free).
All day Fridays and Tuesday mornings by appointment. Phone 4123 0432
Parents & Kids Funtime Playgroup
Babies to Pre‐Prep children may join in on Wednesday morning 9:30am to 11:30am
Held at the Door of Hope, Church of Christ 569 Kent Street, Maryborough.
Interested in learning French? Adult Beginner Course or Adult Intermediate Course, night classes
(10 weeks). For more information contact Cecile Espigole 0438 195 443
Saurus Massage & Beauty
Remedial Massage Therapist & Aesthetician Paediatric Massage Consultant—Rebecca Bargenquast
Deep Tissue, Remedial, Sports, Clinical Aromatherapy and Infant Massage. Body waxing, Tinting, Pedicure,
Manicure and Facials. Phone: 4121 0714 or 0402 777 889 for your enquiries and appointments.
Entry—Adult $4 Student/Child $2 Family $8
Children’s Book Week 2012
Monday 20 to Friday 24 August
At the Maryborough
Library
Group session times:
9:30am, 11:00am, 1:30pm
Don’t for get to book, as
session num ber s ar e limit ed.
For bookings phone
4190 5788
Stampin’ Up! Girls’ Day Out
On Saturday 22 September
9:00am to 4:00pm
At the Brolga Theatre
(Federation Room) Cost $60
Morning Tea, Lunch & Refreshments
3 Craft Projects (You make and you take!)
New 2012/2013 Stampin’ Up! Catalogue
&New Holiday Catalogue (Display s
Recycled Rubber Table (retired goodies for
sale), Competitions, Random Prizes, Silent
Auction (bid on some great Stampin’ Up!
Goodies!), Creative Showcase (your
opportunity to shine...& win prizes!)
All Silent Auction proceeds will be
donated to the B reast Cancer In stitute
of Australia to support breast cancer
resear ch
RSVP by Friday 30 August
Details Please contact Amanda Brown
0409950830 or
amanda-n-ben@hotmail.com
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