Year 10 Camp
This year was such a great one for our Year 10s on camp at the Maroochydore beach resort. Here's what they had to say:
Taylor King:
I enjoyed the Dragon Boats, Stand up Paddleboarding, Kayaks, and the different challenges.
I learnt that different people have background stories, and you generally don’t know people have those things happening unless they verbally tell you which is why the Circle for My Story was incredibly useful and showed that after finishing your story there were people there to support you.
I was able to connect with different people in Grade 10 in this Camp, which also brought me out of somewhat of my comfort zone. I really appreciated the teachers support as well through the My Story (Circle Groups).
Jennifer Smith:
I really enjoyed this camp because I felt that I was actually able to connect to the other people in grade 10. It was really fun to have the boys want to join in on the makeup night and how they were a good spirit about it. When we broke off in the smaller groups to do my story was the most meaningful part due to the fact I was able to see a different side of the people I was with and able to build that bond with them.
Overall, I think this camp was the most effective for this grade in the fact that we actually took something away from it, in the sense of now wanting to make those new connections and not being told we have to.
Thank you for the opportunity
Blayke Windon:
The best things - 1. Connecting people, I haven’t spoken to much. 2. Hanging out with friends. 3. The Activities
Caitlin Doak:
I enjoyed the fact we had some time to hang out in our cabins or outside and not constantly doing an activity, and I liked the Big Ups because I got to talk to people and say things that I’d been too scared to say before and I had people come up to me and do the same. I also liked when we had to go outside with our group and talk about an experience in our life and what we learned form it because I learnt a lot about the other people in my group and I think I understand them better now.
Riley Griffin:
What I liked most about camp is connecting with people I don’t usually connect with or talk to: camp made me learn there are more things about a person then what’s on the surface and I enjoyed talking to everyone
Keera Sakdikornthanasiri:
I enjoyed connecting with other people who I don't normally talk to. I enjoyed the activities, especially the team activity, and I enjoyed talking with my friends.
Coby Perrin:
The 3 things that I enjoyed at camp were Fishing, Water activities, and the food
Jaccob Soars:
I enjoyed the food at camp
I enjoyed the cabins at camp and the activities
I also enjoyed getting to know more about other people around me that I had no idea about
Yuvraj Randhawa:
The things I liked the Most at Camp were the Stand-up Paddle Boarding, Canoeing, and the food.
Luke Frost:
The 3 things I liked about camp were firstly being introduced to people I haven’t spoken to before and learning their stories, secondly I enjoyed the food and lastly I enjoyed the water activities - mainly the dragon boat racing.
Brock Withey
Year 10 camp was very fun and what I got out of it was I became a lot more comfortable around all my classmates and I now do not care if they judge me. I've also found out people notice what I do that I don’t notice I do and a lot more people notice me in general then I thought. I also found out a lot about how people's characters have been built by their stories.
Flu Season Cometh!
As we navigate cold and flu season, we kindly ask all families to continue supporting a healthy school environment by keeping children at home if they are showing any signs of illness.
Please keep your child at home if they have symptoms such as:
- Runny or blocked nose
- Sore throat
- Cough
- Fever or chills
- Fatigue
- Body aches
- Headache
- Sneezing
- Nausea or vomiting
Even mild symptoms can indicate the early stages of a cold, flu, or other respiratory viruses—and children are often most contagious in the first few days. According to Queensland Health, respiratory viruses can spread quickly in schools, and children are more likely to pass on viruses even if they appear only mildly unwell.
Why does this matter?
Recent studies show that:
- Children can spread respiratory viruses like the flu to others even before they feel sick.
- Viruses like the flu and RSV can linger on surfaces for up to 24 hours.
- Classrooms with sick children can see a much higher rate of student and staff illness, affecting learning for everyone.
We ask that families please notify the school if a student will be absent due to illness. For Year 11 and 12 students, a medical certificate is required if they miss an assessment due to illness, as per QCAA guidelines.
Let’s work together to keep our community safe, healthy, and focused on learning!
Hills Netball Teams Shine at RIVERS Competition
The Hills netball squads made their presence felt in the Pacific District RIVERS competition, delivering outstanding performances across all attending year levels.
The combined Year 9/10 team led the charge with grit and determination, securing a string of convincing victories and setting the tone for a day of competitive excellence. Meanwhile, the Year 8 team showed remarkable growth, elevating their gameplay with each match—demonstrating teamwork, resilience, and a true passion for improvement.
But it was the Year 7 team who stole the spotlight, dominating much of their competition with skill and confidence. Their tenacity and sharp play carried them all the way to the finals, where they clinched a proud second place overall — a phenomenal achievement for such a young team.
👏 A heartfelt thank you to the Hills P and F for graciously providing the fantastic new uniforms worn by the girls. Not only did they feel great on the court; they looked great, too! Your generous support helped the teams shine with pride and unity.
Congratulations to all players and coaches for their dedication and sportsmanship. The Hills spirit was well and truly alive on the court! It was wonderful to see the girls stepping up into leadership roles such as umpiring, co-coaching, and team management and scoring to ensure every match ran smoothly. You are a credit to our College.
Jimboomba Thunder - Girls Development Program
Jimboomba Thunder Rugby League Club is proud to launch a 7-week Girls Development Program designed specifically for girls aged 6 to 17 who are interested in playing rugby league — including those who may not yet be ready to play in competitive games.
This program will be held once a week, starting July 23, and is run by a team of qualified coaches who will tailor sessions to suit different ages and abilities, all aligned with the QRL Player Development Framework. It’s a fun, inclusive, and safe environment aimed at building skills, confidence, and interest in the sport.
Key Details:
- Open to girls aged 6–17
- No game day commitments required
- Focus on skill-building, teamwork, and confidence
- Based at Jimboomba Thunder Rugby League Club
This initiative is an important step toward strengthening female participation in rugby league within our local area. We would love to have Hills students be part of this journey.
Know the Law: e-Scooters, and e-Bikes
Please see below for information regarding the laws regarding these vehicles in QLD. This information has been provided by the Queensland Police Service.
Gold Coast School Handball Competition
The Term 3 Tournament is on Sunday 17th August, at Gold Coast Sports and Leisure Centre, 296 Nerang Broadbeach Road, Carrara 4211 (Hall 2, Court 8) from 10:00am - 12:00pm
www.handballaustralia.com.au
