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Iona College seeks to provide a dynamic Catholic learning community
within the Oblate spirit, so that its members are faith-filled, resilient,
courageous, well-balanced and prepared to make a difference.
COLLEGE CONTACTS
Senior School Office 3893 8888
Junior School Office 3893 8858
Absentee Line: 3893 8889
Facsimile: 3893 8800
Email:
Website:
admin@iona.qld.edu.au
www.iona.qld.edu.au
PO Box 351
Wynnum Central Qld 4178
COMING EVENTS
OPEN DAY
Monday 25 August
YEAR 8 SUBJECT SELECTION
EVENING
Monday 25 August
7.00 pm, IPAC
BOOK WEEK
Monday 25 - Friday 29 August
YEAR 5 BOOK WEEK
CHARACTER PARADE
Tuesday 26 August
Period 1 and 2, IPAC
ART EXHIBITION
Saturday 30 August -
Wednesday 3 September
BLESSING & OPENING OF NEW
BUILDINGS
Sunday 31 August
QCS TEST
Tuesday 2 - Wednesday 3 September
Oblate Missions
Term
22 AUGUST 2014 No. 25
Dear Parents
HOW WOULD YOU FEEL IF GOD SUDDENLY WALKED INTO THE ROOM?
I believe that we live with too much fear of God. This will have many causes but perhaps a central
reason we fear is that we’ve never experienced the kind of love that’s shown in Jesus and we take for
granted that anyone who sees us as we really are (in our unloveliness, weaknesses, pathology, sin,
insubstantiality) will, in the end, be as disappointed with us as we are with ourselves. We presume that
God is disappointed with us and will greet us with a frown.
The tragedy and sadness here is that, because we think that God is disappointed in us, we try to avoid
meeting the one person, one love, and the one energy, God, that actually understands us, accepts us,
delights in us, and is eager to smile at us.
In fidelity to the example of the Master, it is vitally important for the Church today to go forth and preach
the Gospel to all: to all places, on all occasions, without hesitation, reluctance or fear. The joy of the
Gospel is for all people: no one can be excluded.
Pope Francis
OPENING AND BLESSING OF THE BUILDINGS
Be a part of something important – come and celebrate
this occasion with the community. There is a lot of
positive and excited talk about this day. The community
rejoices in the new facilities that are going to provide so
well for Iona students. Over one thousand people will
gather to pray for those who will study in these facilities,
tour the facilities and enjoy each other’s company.
This day will go ahead whatever the weather.
Tomorrow (Friday 22) is the last opportunity to order platters, http://www.trybooking.com/92290 .
There will be great activities all day such as jumping castles, touch football, Brisbane Roar with an
inflatable soccer field, Queensland cricket on ovals; a community art mural, art stations for children,
and the art show. A bar is open and you can bring your own picnic or buy food.
Eat while you relax and enjoy the music from the different ensembles and choirs; come and contribute
to the school art mural and kids can use the art stations; see the art show; come back to quadrangle at
1.30 pm to see our rock band close out the day.
We have reserved some parking at the top of the hill for those who are less abled. If your family
requires such parking please contact Mrs Watterson on 3893 8814.
Also, we are looking for volunteers to help with the pack down and clean up at the end of the day and
to help with the car parking in the morning.
OPEN DAY
We are holding our Open Day next Monday 25 August. It is an occasion for
those who would like to see our school in action, have a tour, talk to some of
our students and ask questions. Please promote this with friends and family
who you believe might appreciate this opportunity.
Current families are very welcome also. I invite you to come and see the
school through the eyes of a proud senior student.
OPEN DAY PARKING ARRANGEMENTS
It would be appreciated if parents could use the pick-up/drop off zone on this day to alleviate traffic
congestion in North Road. Access is via Bulgin Avenue. Students who drive to school will be asked to
park on Fuller Oval.
THE IONA ART PROJECT
Our major exhibition of student art will be the first event held in the new Fr Daly Art Precinct. Friday 29
August is the opening night (6.30 pm – 8.30 pm) and it is always a memorable occasion with a guest
artist, judging the prizes, canapés and a cash bar.
The Art Project will also be a major event for the official Opening and Blessing of the new buildings on
Sunday 31 August.
Do come and admire the work your sons are producing.
OBLATE TRIENNIUM
Year 1:
“A New Heart: Life in
Apostolic Community”
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QCS TEST
On Tuesday 2 and Wednesday 3 September, our Year 12 students will
sit the Queensland Core Skills tests. The results of the cohort on these
tests are central to determining our 2014 OP scores. As well, the results
of individuals are recorded on their Senior Certificate.
We have worked hard with our students to prepare them for this
important occasion.
I ask parents of Year 12 students to note these dates, please, and to
plan ahead so that your sons get a good night’s sleep on the Monday
and Tuesday nights.
YEAR 8 SUBJECT SELECTION ON MONDAY NIGHT
It is important that parents of Year 8 students come for this evening at
IPAC on Monday. I look forward to seeing you there.
SCHOLARSHIP EVENING
I thank Ms Murdoch for organising the very helpful scholarship evening
for our Year 12 students on Monday night. There have been many very
positive comments.
PARENT TEACHER STUDENT INTERVIEWS
Many parents and sons were able to come to our Parent Teacher
Student interviews on Tuesday. This is a very important opportunity for
us all to connect and to close the triangle between home, student and
teacher. I thank those who were able to come.
I thank the Staff for the professional and caring way they approached
these conversations with you. I also acknowledge Mrs Byrne and Mrs
Johnston for their organisation and thoughtfulness for all.
CATHOLIC COLLEGES MUSIC FESTIVAL
Last weekend, eighteen Iona ensembles and choirs performed at the
Catholic Colleges Music Festival which was held at Villanova College.
Hundreds of Iona students across four days executed skills they have
been polishing, sometimes over many years. We are proud of their
efforts and of the sounds they made. They were great.
LEARNING AND TEACHING
NAPLAN RESULTS
Last Friday, schools received students’ results for the 2014 NAPLAN
Tests. We were very pleased to see that Iona has exceeded the state
and national averages in every category in every year level. This is an
excellent outcome, particularly given the widespread controversy over
this year’s writing task which has been criticised as being too difficult
and/or confusing for primary school students. Analysis of our data over
the last few years has reflected an upward trend in our results,
confirming that our literacy and numeracy programs are working well but
also reaffirming our belief in the difference quality teaching makes. It
also reinforces the importance of positive home/school partnerships and
the vital role parents play in supporting their children’s educational
outcomes.
Over the next few weeks, our Head of Academic Development, Mr John
Christie, will analyse our NAPLAN data and track cohort performances
over their participation in the tests. His analysis will identify focus areas
for further growth and then he will work closely with our staff to
implement strategies for remediation, improvement and extension.
These discussions and strategies will be specific to the needs of each
year group and the individuals within the groups so that we can continue
to see growth in our students, not just in NAPLAN but in their general
knowledge and skills.
Reports presenting individual student results are currently being
photocopied and will be posted to families early next week. When
looking at your son’s results, please remember to view the NAPLAN
data as a point in time diagnostic exercise. It is important to remember
that the tests are intended to complement the teaching and learning
cycle and therefore any consideration of a child’s results should be
viewed in conjunction with class assessment and demonstrations of their
learning over a longer period of time. We also need to be careful not to
use the results to unduly influence our expectations about what content
schools should deliver or we will end up “teaching to the test”. The risk
of this is that the teaching and learning process becomes results
orientated rather than providing innovative, rich learning experiences
that focus on the growth of all students.
2014 NAPLAN – PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ABOVE
NATIONAL MINIMUM STANDARD
I am grateful to their parents for prioritising this weekend. It is not
possible without your dedication and support.
I particularly thank the Iona music staff under the direction of Mr Francis
and Mrs Corkeron for their talent, energy and genuine excitement in the
achievements of their students. Their ability to bring out the best in our
students is both wonderful and appreciated.
AUSTRALIAN PERCUSSION EISTEDDFOD
This weekend, Iona hosts the Australian Percussion Eisteddfod. This is
a huge event with many, many categories of percussion competition.
You may like to come and experience a taste of this on Sunday 24
August when we have two ensembles performing.
Iona Percussion Ensemble 2 competes at 12.15 pm
Iona Senior Percussion Ensemble competes at 2.00 pm
Currently, Iona’s Senior Percussion Ensemble is the reigning national
champion. This is an opportunity to see some of the best percussion
ensembles in Queensland and Australia and to grasp how outstanding
our music program is.
GRANDPARENTS DAY
I look forward with anticipation to Grandparents Day tomorrow. The
Year 5 students and their teachers look forward to sharing a little of what
Iona is about with the grandparents and it always goes well. Students
who drive to school will be asked to park on Fuller Oval.
FR MARK EDWARDS O.M.I.
RECTOR
Year 5
Iona
Year 5
State
Year 7
Iona
Year 7
State
Year 9
Iona
Year 9
State
Reading Writing Spelling Grammar & Numeracy
Punctuation
100% 98% 99% 98% 100%
94% 89% 94% 94% 95%
98% 98% 96% 97% 98%
96% 88% 93% 94% 97%
99% 91% 95% 94% 100%
93% 81% 91% 91% 96%
Mrs Deanne Johnston
Dean of Learning and Teaching

FAITH AND MISSION
SUPPORTING AID ORGANISATIONS
In our true missionary spirit, Iona does a great deal to help the poor and
needy each year. Additionally, our approach is broad and balanced,
contributing to local and international charities. In Term 1 we support
Caritas Australia through the Project Compassion program. In Term 2
we focus on Rosies, a predominantly Queensland-based Oblate work.
Iona’s efforts in Term 3 assist international Oblate mission needs,
especially China, Indonesia and Kenya, and in Term 4 the focus is
assisting the good work of the St Vincent de Paul Society,
predominantly in our local area.
These significant efforts:
a. contribute to the missionary culture of our Catholic school;
b. further develop a social conscience among all members of our
college community; and
c. make significant financial contributions to agencies who
directly help the poor and needy.
COMMERCIAL SURROGACY
As young Australians, boys at Iona are acutely aware of the range of
controversial moral issues presented in the media, including the recent
case of baby Gammy. Still in Thailand being cared for by his surrogate
Thai mother, Gammy is separated from his twin sister and likely
biological parents who are in Australia. This case is certainly
complicated and perplexing. While all of the key players in this scenario
claim to have rights, the Catholic Church maintains a justified stance on
the preservation of human dignity and the upholding of human rights,
especially those of children and the unborn. In these scenarios, it is the
children and the unborn who are genuinely at the mercy of others.
Clearly, adults must be aware of potential opportunities to reflect the
goodness and love of God in the world and act accordingly.
God bless the children
A PRAYER FOR MY KIDS
Loving God,
I thank you for the gift of my children.
I love them very much and I hold them up to you
for your blessing and your protection.
May they always be kept safe from harm
and may they grow into good, happy, healthy people
who embrace the life they lead.
In Jesus’ name.
Amen
Mr Wayne Wilden
Dean of Faith and Mission
STUDENT AFFAIRS
YEAR 11 SEMI FORMAL PHOTOS
Semi Formal photos are now available for viewing through Ranald
Simmonds Photographers. All students have been emailed their order
form, user name and password.
GRANDPARENTS’ DAY AND OPEN DAY
PARKING ARRANGEMENTS
Grandparents’ Day will be held tomorrow Friday 22 August and the
College Open Day will be held on Monday 25 August between 1.30 pm
to 4.00 pm.
Students who drive to school are asked to park on Fuller Oval on both
days.
Mr Mark Harvey
Dean of Students
JUNIOR SCHOOL NEWS
ICAS SCIENCE COMPETITION
Last term, eighty Junior School students were selected to participate in
the ICAS Science competition and this week, each student was awarded
a certificate for their efforts.
Well done to the following boys for receiving Distinction awards: Earl
Tonogbanua (7S), Jake Hrstich (6M), Gabriel Brits (5G), Noah Harris
(5J) and Matthew Thompson (5M).
Congratulations to Anthony Scodellaro (6M) who was the only student in
Year 5, 6 or 7 to receive a High Distinction. Anthony was also awarded
the Principal’s Award for his result.
The results of the recent ICAS English and Maths competitions will be
available later this term.
YEAR 5 GRANDPARENTS DAY
This Friday we welcome to Iona over two hundred grandparents, and a
few great-grandparents, of our Year 5 students. For some grandparents
it will be their first opportunity to look around our school but for others,
an opportunity to see how much the College has grown since their last
visit. My thanks to the Year 5 staff, the Music Department and Mr Ould
in IPAC for their preparation towards the concert and the organisation of
the day. I know the Year 5 boys are very excited to have these special
members of their families visit Iona.
BOOK WEEK 2014—CONNECT TO READING
To celebrate Book Week, our Year 5 classes will participate in a Book
Character Parade on Tuesday 26 August in IPAC. The idea is to have
each boy dress up as a favourite or popular character from a book. The
Book Character Parade is always great entertainment and we welcome
all parents and family members along. The parade will start at 9.00 am.
The Resource Centre staff have also organised for two authors to visit
the College and speak to the students about their profession and love
for books. Matt Porter, who writes the Crazy Relief Teacher stories, will
conduct a writing workshop for our Year 6 students this week and
Andrew King, author of the Engibear series, will conduct a workshop
based on environmental engineering and design, for all Year 5 and 7
students next Tuesday. I’m sure the boys will find these sessions both
informative and interesting and I thank Mrs Shaw, Ms Harrison, Mrs
Taylor and the Resource Centre staff for organising this.
BLESSING AND OPENING OF NEW BUILDINGS
Next Sunday 31 August, we have the official blessing and opening of the
St Joseph’s Industrial Design and Technology Centre and the Fr Peter
Daly Arts Precinct. The day will begin with Mass at 9.30 am and will be
followed by the official proceedings in the quadrangle and then a variety
of activities on the oval. I encourage all families to join us for what is
sure to be an enjoyable day.
ROTARY PUBLIC SPEAKING
Each year the Rotary Club of Wynnum and Manly host a Public
Speaking Competition for the local schools. We invite any interested
boy in Years 5, 6 and 7 to register their name at the Junior School Office
if they would like to take part. If more than three boys register their
interest, heats will be held in the coming weeks and the Junior School
staff will select three finalists to represent Iona in this competition.
Further information will be given to interested students.
BOOK CLUB
Catalogues for the latest issue of Book Club were distributed this week
and the closing date for orders will be 1 September. Please note that
orders cannot be accepted after this date.
Mr Damian Courtney
Dean of Junior School
THE WEDDING SINGER
MEGA-PARTY PACK
The winner of The Wedding
Singer Mega-Party Pack was
Mr Shane White (Joshua
Year 10).

PEDAGOGY
TEACH LIKE A CHAMPION
Last week our teaching staff had the opportunity to be part of
workshops and observe a guest teacher to assist us in using different
strategies in our teaching to improve outcomes for our students. We
had the opportunity to discuss teaching techniques, and share ideas
that work for us in our classrooms. We are going to follow through with
more conversations and workshops in the coming weeks on improving
our teaching, building relationships and teaching like champions. As
part of the visit, we had a lucky door prize of the book “Teach Like a
Champion” by Doug Lemov which was won by Mr Gavin Baumber.
MUSIC DEPARTMENT
CATHOLIC COLLEGES MUSIC FESTIVAL
Thank you to those music students and families who attended and
performed at the Queensland Catholic Colleges Music Festival. It was
a big weekend for many of us and the college appreciates your ongoing
commitment to our music program. Iona had a very successful
weekend overall, and considering our very busy music term received
some great feedback and awards. Well done everyone and
congratulations!
Ms Ursula Witham-Young
Head of Pedagogy
UNIFORM SHOP
QCS STATIONERY PACKS
LIMITED STOCK AVAILABLE - DON’T MISS OUT
The pack includes everything your son will need for his QCS exam:
2 X 2B Pencils
2 X Black Pens
1 X Eraser
1 X Protractor
1 X Compass
1 X Ruler
1 X Highlighter
1 X Correction Tape
1 X Sharpener
6 X Coloured Pencils
All in an approved clear document wallet.
Items are also sold separately.
BASKETBALL SHORTS
Basketball shorts MUST be worn by all players and are available for
$48.00.
Phone orders with credit card — 3893 8863 or email orders to
uniformorders@iona.qld.edu.au. Orders can be filled and sent home
with your sons.
TRADING HOURS—TERM 3
Monday and Thursday
Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday
Cost $15.50
Closed
8.00 am—3.30 pm
OFFICIAL OPENING AND BLESSING
You will have received by email this week your schedules and
notifications in relation to this event. Iona Wind Ensemble and
Percussion Ensemble 1 are required to assist with set up on Friday
afternoon. There are several bands required for rehearsals and sound
checks on the Saturday. Then of course all ensembles are required to
perform on Sunday 31 August. Please note again that all performers
on Sunday must wear the performance uniform while performing. As a
college we are looking forward to a wonderful day of celebration.
We appreciate your consideration with RSVPs via return email,
particularly during this very busy music term. It can be very time
consuming for our music office to follow up families who have not
responded in relation to their son’s participation. RSVPs are a very
important part of the process as they assist with determining our final
performance schedule for all music events.
Thanks to those who have already sent their RSVP for all upcoming
events. We are still chasing RSVPs for Music Concert 5, Australian
Percussion Eisteddfod and our Official Opening and Blessing
weekend.
We look forward to seeing you soon at one of our music performances.
Mr Peter Francis
Director of Music

CAREERS CENTRE NEWS
AVIATION CAREERS EXPO
This Expo is to be held on Saturday 23 August from 10.00 am – 4.00 pm,
at 25 Boronia Road, Brisbane International Airport. Explore the diverse
range of career pathways available in the aviation and aerospace
industries. For more information, go to www.aviationaustralia.aero/expo.
QUEENSLAND POLICE EXPO
This is being held on Friday 22 August from 9.00 am – 7.00 pm and
Saturday 23 August from 9.00 am – 4.00 pm at the Brisbane Convention
and Exhibition Centre at South Brisbane. Admission by a gold coin.
Find out more about the Queensland Police Service – recruitment and
the many different types of jobs.
BILLY BLUE COLLEGE OF DESIGN OPEN DAY
The Billy Blue College of Design is a private college with campuses in
Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Perth. It provides tertiary and
certificate level accredited courses in various aspects of design (e.g.
communication, interior, fashion, digital media). FEE-HELP is available
for eligible students undertaking degree courses. The Brisbane campus
will hold its open day on Saturday 23 August 2014. For more information
and to register your attendance, go to http://www.billyblue.edu.au/newsevents/upcoming-events.
CATC DESIGN SCHOOL OPEN DAY
CATC Design School offers accredited diploma level courses in graphic
design, interior design and photography. VET FEE-HELP is available to
eligible students. The School will hold open days at its campuses in
Queensland on the following dates:
11.00 am – 3.00 pm on Saturday 23 August 2014 Brisbane Campus.
For details and to RSVP, visit http://www.catc.edu.au/events.
2015 GRIFFITH UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS NOW OPEN
Applications for scholarships for 2015 are now open. Griffith offers more
than seven hundred scholarships with a total value exceeding $5 million
dollars. Our scholarships support and encourage students from different
backgrounds and are available across a range of categories including,
academic, equity, sports, study area, accommodation and Aboriginal and
Torres Strait Islander.
» Find out about applying, key dates and eligibility for Griffith
scholarships
2015 GRIFFITH CONNECT APPLICATIONS OPEN
Applications for the following schemes under the Griffith Connect Valued
Partners Program are now live for students to access:
Griffith Connect Guaranteed Admission Scheme
Griffith Connect Academic Excellence Bursary
Applications are now open and close at 5.00 pm on Friday 19 September
2014. Information relating to each of the connect schemes is listed on
the Griffith Connect website.
» Find out more about applying for the admissions scheme or bursary
GRIFFITH CONNECT ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE BURSARY
Principals nominate three high achieving students who are completing
Year 12 in 2014 at a Griffith Connect Valued Partner School to apply for
an Academic Excellence Bursary. The Griffith Connect Academic
Excellence Bursary Scheme will be awarded to one of these students
and is valued at $3000. The Bursary consists of a one-off payment as
well as a guaranteed early admission offer for applicable degrees.
Online applications will open in July and close 20 September 2014. For
more information, see Ms Murdoch.
WANT TO STUDY ENGINEERING BUT DON’T HAVE THE
PREREQUISITES?
Griffith University offers a pathway into its engineering courses through
the Aptitude for Engineering Assessment (AEA) examination.
Registrations to sit the exam are open now and close in early September
2014. The exam will be held on 30 September 2014 in Brisbane and on
the Gold Coast. Exam dates differ for other test centres. Visit http://
www.griffith.edu.au/engineering-information-technology/griffith-schoolengineering/future-students/aptitude-engineering-assessment
to find out
more.
LIFE IS A ROAD TRIP: STUDY IS PART OF THE JOURNEY
This website at http://www.innovation.gov.au/AboutUs/Study/pages/
index.html is a one-stop shop where you can find out about training and
tertiary courses, learn about the facilities at your future campus, find out
what financial support is available and check out how much you can earn
when you complete your training/education and get a job. This site uses
the resources of My Skills, My University and Study Assist websites.
PREPARING FOR UNI – A WEBSITE TO HELP YOU WITH
CAREER AND COURSE PLANNING
This website, developed by the Queensland University of Technology,
provides structured activities that cover the following topics:
Self-understanding
Course exploration and decision-making
Assessing readiness to study
Thriving at university
Information interviewing.
A free activity book can be downloaded from the site. Go to http://
www.bridgetostudy.com.au/uniprep/ to get started.
AUSTRALIAN DEFENCE FORCE (ADF) OFFICER ENTRY
There are many different pathways to become an officer in the ADF.
For example:
Direct Entry Officer http://www.defencejobs.gov.au/airforce/
officersAndManagement/howToBecomeAnOfficer.aspx
Graduate Officers http://www.defencejobs.gov.au/education/
graduate/
Australian Defence Force Academy
http://www.defencejobs.gov.au/education/adfa/
Defence University Sponsorship
http://www.defencejobs.gov.au/unisponsorship
For more information about these pathways phone 131901. Year 11 and
12 students interested in gaining entry to the ADF should begin their
application as soon as possible.
DEFENCE UNIVERSITY SPONSORSHIPS
You might be interested in these sponsorships if you are considering
studying administration, engineering, law or a health science discipline in
the future. To be eligible for a sponsorship, you need to commence your
university studies at the university of your choice and successfully
complete one year of a three or four year degree or two years of a five or
six year degree.
Some of the benefits of the Defence University Sponsorship are:
you get paid to study (up to $45,456 per year for undergraduates)
and your remaining HECS fees are paid for by the Australian
Defence Force (ADF)
18% superannuation contribution
free health care (medical and dental)
subsidised accommodation if required
text book allowance
guaranteed job with the ADF at the end of your studies.
UQ LINK PROGRAM
The UQ Link Program is an equity program for students suffering
financial hardship. The key benefits are:
A guaranteed scholarship valued at $3 000 per annum for up to
three years
5 bonus ranks applied to any UQ preference
Access to a range of helpful university transition and support
services.
More information is available at: http://scholarships.uq.edu.au/
scholarship/uq-link-program
THE 2015 UNIVERSITY OF QUEENSLAND (UQ) ACADEMIC
SCHOLARSHIPS ARE NOW OPEN
The university wide academic scholarships available at UQ are:
UQ Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships (awarded to applicants
achieving at the very top of the OP1 band or equivalent) valued at
$12,000 per year for up to five years
UQ Excellence Scholarships (awarded to OP 1 applicants who
demonstrate outstanding academic leadership and/or community
service achievements during their senior secondary studies) valued
at $6,000 for up to four years
UQ Merit Scholarships (awarded to OP 1 – 3 applicants who
demonstrate significant leadership and/or community service)
valued at $6,000 for the first year of study.
All three scholarships can be applied for on the one application.
Applications close on 31 October 2014. Specific information about these
scholarships and the application process can be found at http://
scholarships.uq.edu.au/program/uq-academic-scholarship-program.
Ms Helen Murdoch
Careers Guidance Officer

G E N E R A L I N F O R M A T I O N
We are seeking volunteers to help install the Art Show from Tuesday 26 – Friday 29 August during the day. If you are able to spare some time it
would be greatly appreciated. Please contact Mrs Kelly Dee Knight in the Visual Art department knight@iona.qld.edu.au .
NAZARETH HOUSE
Garage Sale/Mini Fete
Craft/White Elephant/Locks and Keys/
Raffles/Sausage Sizzle/
Kiddies Corner etc
Saturday 30 August - 7.30 am to 12.30 pm
272 Wynnum North Road, Wynnum North
Please come and support the Sisters of Nazareth in their work - caring
for the residents at Nazareth House.
IONA COLLEGE RACE DAY - SATURDAY 11 OCTOBER
ADDITIONAL TICKET RELEASE
120 tickets only, on sale from 5.00pm, Friday 22 August. Full details of
the event are attached to this newsletter. Bookings only available
through TryBooking. Click on the link below to purchase your tickets
http://www.iona.qld.edu.au/news-a-events/295-race-day-2014.html .
English Tutoring Term 3
Where: St Eugene de Mazenod Resource Centre
When: Tuesday and Thursday 3.15 pm – 4.30 pm
Students from Years 8-12 are welcome to come to English tutoring to
develop their English skills, for help with homework and assessment
tasks or to work independently on homework and assessment tasks
knowing that support is there if required. Tutoring sessions are staffed
by English teachers.
REQUIESCAT IN PACE
Please remember the following Iona family in your prayers as they
mourn the recent passing of a loved one.
† The Baguley Family, Jared Yr 9/ANT on the passing of his uncle
Mr Michael Baguley.
May he rest in the Lord’s everlasting peace.
TUCKSHOP AND L I B R A R Y R O S T E R S
MONDAY 25 AUGUST TO FRIDAY 29 AUGUST
IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO ATTEND TUCKSHOP PLEASE CONTACT THE CONVENOR
Mrs Lucille Allen on 3893 8852 or 0421 136 116 .
IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO ATTEND LIBRARY PLEASE CONTACT Mrs Catherine Shaw: 3893 8817.
DAY DATE TUCKSHOP ROSTER LIBRARY ROSTER
Monday
25 August
Group 3:
Paula Howes-Onraet, Sandra Kennedy-Lucre, Christine Ensinger,
Samantha Stines.
Nicole Dargin, Jackie Hinchy.
Tuesday
26 August
Group 2:
Brenda Moncrieff, Silvana Yabsley, Jennifer Raddeker, Alison Muller,
Shelley Cord, Narelle Hamilton.
Nguyet Thu Bui, Gina Reynolds.
Wednesday
27 August
Group 1:
Breakfast:
Veronica O’Neil, Phoebe Batstone, Tanya Milburn, Julie Watson,
Joanne Stariha.
Lauren Hayes, Emma Brown.
Helen Batchelor, Leanne Sleigh.
Thursday
28 August
Group 1:
Danielle Ferrari, Jane Scott, Margaret Campbell, Karen Russell,
Jennifer Knight.
Fiona Hafner.
Friday
29 August
Group 4:
Karen Witherow-Ellis, Ann Harrington, Cathy Dakin, Belinda Cooper,
Julie McDonagh.
Louise Plath, Marissa Ehmer,
Tracy Pfeffer, Nicole Miller.

I O N A C O L L E G E S E N I O R S P O R T S I N F O R M A T I O N
IONA SPORTS NEWS
AIC spring sport begins this weekend with Iona hosting St Peters. Our
tennis and basketball teams will need to begin their seasons with
determined effort and be supportive of each other. Our track and field
squad will continue their training in preparation of the first AIC meet at
the State Athletics Facility on Friday 29 August. A reminder to all
players and spectators that only Iona sports gear may be worn to
weekend sport.
AFL
Congratulations to the following players who received awards after
playing well in the short AIC season:
AFL Player of the Year
Jeremy Siviour
16 Years Most Valuable Player Cody Ryland
16 Years Team Contribution Nathan Dickinson
14 Years Most Valuable Player Joshua-Nirvana Coombes
14 Years Team Contribution Finn Moncrieff
BASKETBALL
Our recent trials against Villanova and Padua were worthwhile, results
are as follows:
Villanova: 1st V, 15A, 13A and 13B won; 16A, 15B and 14B teams lost
Padua: 16A, 14A, 14B, 14C, 13A, 13B and 13C teams won; 1st, 2nd,
3rd, 15B, 15C teams lost and the 15A’s drew.
All players should now have their singlets for the Round 1 clash with St
Peters at home. Basketball shorts MUST be worn by all players and
are available from the Uniform Shop for $48.00.
Congratulations to the following players selected to represent the Iona
College 1st V for 2014:
Harry O’Kelly (Captain), Samuel Treby, Max Dillon, Declan Walters,
Oliver Plowman, Dominic Dingwall, Brandon James, Andrew Pilecki,
Logan Crausaz, William Smith, Ethan Deighton and Aidan Graham.
TENNIS
Trial results v Padua
1st IV won 6-2 2nd IV drew 3-3 3rd IV lost 2-4
16A lost 2-4 16B lost 1-5
15A won 5-1 15B won 6-0
14A lost 2-4 14B won 6-0
13A won 5-1 13B lost 2-4
Congratulations to the following players selected to represent the Iona
College 1st IV for 2014:
Daniel Groundwater, Daniel Freeman, Nathan Stewart and Scott
Davies.
TRACK AND FIELD
One of the traditions of OMAD is the annual running of the Iona Gift.
The handicapped race see Iona’s best track athletes competing.
Andrew Imlah won the Open Gift for the second year running in a final
that also comprised of previous winners, Sam Leadbetter and Jordan
Munro. Jack Devoy took out the Junior Gift and new staff member, Ms
Connie Richards won the Staff Gift over 60m.
Unfortunately, the perpetual Gift Trophy has been misplaced. Please
contact Mr Harron in the Sports Office if you can assist in finding it.
AIC BASKETBALL AND TENNIS
ROUND 1 v ST PETERS LUTHERAN COLLEGE
Saturday 23 August
Basketball
Tennis
Coordinator: Mr Devlin
TEAM VENUE TIME
1st V Iona College Oblate Hall—85 North Rd Wynnum West 2.00pm
2nd V Iona College Oblate Hall—85 North Rd Wynnum West 1.00pm
3rd V Iona College Oblate Hall—85 North Rd Wynnum West 11.00am
16A Iona College Oblate Hall—85 North Rd Wynnum West 12.00pm
15A Iona College Oblate Hall—85 North Rd Wynnum West 10.00am
15B Iona College Oblate Hall—85 North Rd Wynnum West 9.00am
15C Iona College Oblate Hall—85 North Rd Wynnum West 8.00am
14A Iona College Oblate Hall—85 North Rd Wynnum West 1.00pm
14B Iona College Oblate Hall—85 North Rd Wynnum West 12.00pm
14C Iona College Oblate Hall—85 North Rd Wynnum West 11.00am
13A Iona College Oblate Hall—85 North Rd Wynnum West 10.00am
13B Iona College Oblate Hall—85 North Rd Wynnum West 9.00am
13C Iona College Oblate Hall—85 North Rd Wynnum West 8.00am
Coordinator: Mr Bush
TEAM VENUE TIME
1st IV
2nd IV
3rd IV
16A
16B
Wynnum Tennis Centre—Colina St Wynnum
Wynnum Tennis Centre—Colina St Wynnum
Wynnum Tennis Centre—Colina St Wynnum
Wynnum Tennis Centre—Colina St Wynnum
Wynnum Tennis Centre—Colina St Wynnum
Warm up
8.00 am
All games start
HIGH PERFORMANCE SPORT
Connor Russell (Year 10) recently refereed at the State U15
schools football titles. This was in addition to refereeing at
the National Primary schools championships last year.
Congratulations to the Hamanne Family, both Kyle and
Nathan represented Queensland in the Junior Dragon Boat
team and mum Vanita, a staff member here at the College
also represented Queensland over the summer period and
will now travel to Italy next month to defend her world
champion crown. A fantastic achievement.
15A
15B
14A
14B
13A
13B
UQ Tennis Centre—Blair Dve St Lucia
UQ Tennis Centre—Blair Dve St Lucia
SPLC Lohe St Courts—Lohe St Indooroopilly
SPLC Lohe St Courts—Lohe St Indooroopilly
SPLC Lohe St Courts—Lohe St Indooroopilly
SPLC Stolz Courts—Lambert Rd Indooroopilly
8.30 am
**Please note 13yrs
teams are split venue
at St Peters**
C O N T A C T I N F O R M A T I O N
Director of Sport: Mr Keith Harron - 3893 8851 AIC Sport Information Line - 3893 8887
Director of Coaching: Mr Sean Devlin - 3906 8905 Senior School Sports Fax - 3893 8877
Sports Administrator: Mrs Kerri Stariha - 3893 8805

I O N A C O L L E G E J U N I O R S P O R T S I N F O R M A T I O N
CIC BASKETBALL RESULTS—ROUND 3 v SPC
7A TBC 6A Won 33-31 5A Won 35-0
7B TBC 6B Won 17-12 5B Drew 14-14
7C Won 23-12 6C Lost 11-19 5C Won 18-4
Team
CIC TENNIS
ROUND 4 v ST LAURENCES
Saturday 23 August
Venue – (All games commence at 8.00am)
7D Won 22-17 6D TBC 5D Won 16-0
CIC TENNIS RESULTS—ROUND 3 v SPC
Team 1 Won 7-1 (36-23)
Team 2 Lost 0-8 (9-40)
Team 3 Won 5-3 (30-21)
Team 4 Lost 1-7 (18-37)
CIC BASKETBALL—ROUND 4 v SLC
This week Iona play against St Laurence’s College. SLC have entered
two teams in each Year Level this year which means that we have had
to source a number of supplementary games. Please take special
notice of this week’s schedule to ensure that you are aware of the time
and venue of this week’s matches. For those teams playing ‘Away’ the
transport permission forms were handed out earlier in the week and are
posted on Moodle. Please return these to the Junior School Office by
Friday morning.
1 & 2
Griffith University Mt Gravatt Tennis Centre – Messines Ridge Rd, Mt
Gravatt
3 & 4 Iona College Courts – 85 North Rd, Wynnum West
CIC TRACK AND FIELD MEET
Saturday 23 August at UQ
The fourth of five track and field meets will be held this Saturday 24
August at UQ. The boys involved will need to be present at least 30
minutes prior to their first event for appropriate warm-up. Our relay
teams have started training and will compete for the first time this
Saturday. Relays start at 10.20 am.
Time
7.45am
1500m (all age groups)
TRACK AND FIELD SCHEDULE
Saturday 23 August at UQ
Event
PLEASE NOTE.
The 6C and 5D team will play Villanova at Villanova College. The
boys will travel to the venue on a mini bus, but parents will need to
arrange private transport home.
The 6D team will play SPC at SPC. A mini bus will take the team to
and from the venue.
The 5C and 7D team have a bye.
7.45am
9.00am
9.40am
10.20am
100m & 200m (for anyone interested in competing)
800m/Hurdles (12/13yrs); Shot Put (10yrs); High Jump (11yrs); Long
Jump (12yrs)
800m/Hurdles (10/11yrs); Shot Put (11yrs); High Jump (12yrs); Long
Jump (13yrs)
Shot Put (12yrs); High Jump (13yrs); Long Jump (10yrs)
Time
3.50pm
4.35pm
5.20pm
CIC BASKETBALL
Round 4 v ST LAURENCES
Friday 22 August
V ST LAURENCES (AWAY)
82 Stephens Rd South Brisbane
Brady Hall – 82 Stephens Rd South Brisbane
5B
5A
7A
V ST LAURENCES (HOME)
Oblate Hall Iona College
Time Oblate Hall Outdoor Court 1
4.00pm 6B 7C (vs Pad)
4.45pm 6A 7B
4.00pm
4.45pm
4.00pm
5C
7D
SUPPLEMENTARY GAMES
6D v SPC @ Morven Outside Court #2 – Park Parade, Shorncliffe
6C v Villanova @ Multi Court #1 Villanova College – Eighth Ave
Coorparoo
5D v Villanova @ Multi Court #2 Villanova College – Eighth Ave
Coorparoo
BYE
BYE
11.00am
Shot Put (13yrs); High Jump (10yrs); Long Jump (11yrs)
LYTTON DISTRICT TRACK AND FIELD
Congratulations to the following boys who were recently selected in the
Track and Field Team to compete at the Met East Carnival on the 5 and
6 September: Charles Cole, Ryan Cole, Tom Firth, Samuel Heeremans,
Riley Higgins, Will Higgins, Ben Hogan, Nicholas Hogan, Isaac Irving,
Connor O'Neill, Tom Paljakka, Jay Sahlqvist, Campbell Staal, Matthew
Thompson.
We wish these boys the best of luck!
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TWITTER - @IonaJuniorSport
For up to date information please follow all things ‘Iona Sport’ on
Twitter.
Deliver ‘live’ updates, scores and performances from sporting
venues (Including the upcoming CIC T&F Champs)
Communicate cancellations and changes
Recognise outstanding achievements
Promote upcoming events
To receive daily updates simply download the Twitter app to your
smartphone (or visit the Twitter website), register an account and follow
@IonaJuniorSport.
WYNNUM JUNIOR CRICKET SIGN ON DAYS
Saturday 23 August 9.00 am - 12 noon Boundary Road Tingalpa
Sunday 24 August 9.00 am - 12 noon Boundary Road Tingalpa
Saturday 30 August 10.00 am - 2.00 pm Wynnum Plaza
C O N T A C T I N F O R M A T I O N
Deputy Director of Sport Jnr School: Mr Brayden Teece - 3893 8869 CIC Sports Information Line - 3893 8898
Sports Administrator: Mrs Kerri Stariha - 3893 8805 Junior School Office - 3893 8858

The Mass of Dedication and
Official Opening & Blessing
of the
Fr Peter Daly Art Precinct &
St Joseph’s Industrial Design & Technology Centre
The Dedication Mass, Blessing and Official Opening of the
Iona College Fr Peter Daly Art Precinct and the St Joseph’s
Industrial Design and Technology Centre will be a day for
the whole family and community of Iona to celebrate.
Among the features of the day will be the debut of our
Pathway for the Future along which hundreds of inscriptions
present a lasting and rich kaleidoscope of the students
and families of Iona. The day will also include tours of the
new buildings and demonstrations of their facilities, live
entertainment by the College’s music ensembles, the painting
of a commemorative people’s mural at the new art precinct
in which the Iona College Annual Art Show will feature, and a
host of sporting activities for all ages on the main ovals.
The new Piazza and adjoining College quadrangle will be
transformed into an alfresco lunch area for the occasion.
Bring a picnic or pre-order a platter to share.
Sunday 31 August 2014 – 9.00am for 9.30am
Followed by a community day hosted by the Iona Parents & Friends Association
Order platters by Friday 8 August
Platter Options
Catering supplied by Fraiche Catering
All serve two people
Platter A
Selection of dips, gourmet cheeses, antipasto served with breads $10.00
Platter B
Selection of dips, gourmet cheeses, antipasto, carved meats served with breads
and toasted lavosh. Includes cutlery and napkins $15.00
Platter C
Selection of dips, gourmet cheeses, antipasto, carved meats served with breads
and toasted lavosh and including a selection of homemade desserts.
Cutlery and napkins included $20.00
Sausage on bread with caramelized onion $2.00
Steak burgers with salad $6.00
Click here to order
Please note platters must be preordered and prepaid using trybooking (click here). Platters will not be available for purchase on the day.
Steak burgers and sausages can be preordered or purchased at the event. Beer, wine and soft drinks will be available to purchase as will ice-creams,
slushies and potato tornadoes. All preordered food must be selected and paid for through trybooking (click here) by Friday 8 August.
St Joseph’s Industrial Design & Technology Centre
Fr Peter Daly Art Precinct

Sponsored by
ona
2014College
RACEDAY
11October
Sat
www.iona.qld.edu.au
Parents, Old Boys, friends and colleagues are invited to the
IONA COLLEGE RACE DAY
Iona’s blue-ribbon social day
presented by the Iona College Foundation & the Iona College Old Boys
Hosted in the comfort of the Hometurn and Vo Rogue enclosure from 11.30am - 6.45pm
enjoy spectacular panoramic floor to ceiling glass views of the racecourse
experience the horses thundering past from our exclusive trackside grassed area
and feast on the abundant all day grazing menu
private totes and bookmakers at your fingertips
feather guessing competition jackpots to $1,500 in prize money
best dressed prizes for the ladies and the gentlemen
meet popular racing industry indentities
the Hobby Horse Handicap makes a return
entertainment trackside following the last race
Buses to Iona or City at 7.00pm
Tickets: $82.50 per person Or $97.50 per person within the VIP seating area
Bus to Iona or City $5.00 per person. Departing at 7.00pm on close of post last race entertainment
NB: The VIP area is strictly limited to 100 persons. A maximum of six tickets per VIP booking applies.
Both ticket prices include course entry, all day menu & above features. Cash bar throughout the day.
Tickets can by purchased via TryBooking. The event cannot accept telephone, email or cash sales.
Tickets cannot be reserved or held and refunds for payments are not possible.
Enquiries: Email the College on: foundation@iona.qld.edu.au
or to Darren Barber (‘87): 0418 745 686
Dress code: Ladies: Classic racing style with vibrancy - it’s the start of spring!
Gentlemen: Jacket & Tie. Jeans are not permitted.
Click Here: http://www.trybooking.com/FIZG

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Pricing for Iona College Students/Parents/Teachers
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Other new and pre-owned vehicles available at VIP pricing upon
request. All new or pre-owned vehicles purchased will receive
a free Defensive Driving Course at Driving Events, Mt Cotton.
BARTONS
220 - 228 Old Cleveland Rd, Capalaba.
For every vehicle purchased OMAD will receive a $100.00 donation from Bartons Capalaba.
ROAD SAFETY IS IMPORTANT TO BARTONS
All new or pre-owned vehicles purchased will receive a free Defensive Driving Course at Driving Events, Mt Cotton.
Present this voucher to redeem offer.
Valid until 30th September 2014 at Bartons Capalaba.
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Offer is valid at Bartons Capalaba and is exclusive to Iona College Teachers, Students and Parents. Coupon must be presented at time of introduction. Offer ends 30th
September 2014.
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