Work Impacting Traffic Around the College

Parents and carers are advised that the demountables located at 48-50 Eurobin Avenue are being prepared for removal. A mobile crane and truck will be placed at 48-50 Eurobin Avenue for Tuesday 9 and Wednesday 10 September. Scheduled works are planned from 7:00am – 5:00pm. During this period, traffic control will be in place and street parking will be limited. For the safety of our student community, parents and carers are encouraged to avoid Eurobin Avenue.

For student drop-offs or pick-ups, we ask parents/carers to use the Kiss and Drop zone located in Iluka Avenue.

Thank you for your co-operation.

Change to Canteen Order Cut-off Time

From Monday 8 September, the lunch order cut-off time will change to 8.30am each day. If anyone is looking to help out in the Canteen, even if it is for serving time (recess period 11.00am-11.30am / lunch period 1.15pm-2.15pm), please contact Majella in the Canteen at canteen@stellamaris.nsw.edu.au

Reminder – Stella Maris College Withdrawal Procedure

We kindly remind parents that it is a condition of enrolment that one full term’s written notice is required if a student is to be withdrawn.

• For students departing at the end of Term 4 (5 December 2025), notice must be provided by the end of Term 3 (26 September 2025).

To submit a withdrawal notice, please email the Registrar at registrar@stellamaris.nsw.edu.au, including your daughter’s withdrawal date, intended destination, and the reason for withdrawal. If one term’s notice is not provided, parents will be charged a terms fee in lieu of notice and will be payable prior to your daughter’s departure.

Debating Success

by Alison Tedman and Jess Willson, Acting Debating Coordinators for 2025

Last term, Stella Maris had two debating teams who participated in the Masters Academy Australian National Virtual Debating Competition. Representing Year 8 were Sophie M, Millicent C, Mabel B, Alana H and Genevieve O. Representing Year 9 were Erin R, Sophie O, Violet P, Lauren O and Ella M.

Both teams did very well and made the finals this term.

The Year 8 team debated against Regents Park Christian School. The topic was “That Antarctica Should be Protected from Tourism”, Stella being the negative team. Our students raised some excellent points and teams were tied in the clash count, only narrowly defeated in the final adjudication.

The Year 9 team debated against Al Sadiq College. The topic was “That no one should be allowed to post on the internet anonymously”, Stella being the negative team. Again, our team worked hard and raised insightful and interesting points but were unfortunately defeated.

Congratulations and thank you to these students for doing such a great job in debating this year. Information about the debating program at Stella in 2026 will be released early next year.

Library News

Stella's Unsung Hero Award

Mrs Mia Callanan is Head of Year 10.

Mrs Callanan’s father, Max Hitchins, generously donated two well-loved books to the Stella Library. Year 12 English students will be immersed in 'Chasing Gold' in 2026, while 'How to Develop a Memory Like an Elephant' offers valuable memory techniques—perfect for students looking to enhance their study habits.

Term 3: Enrichment Reading for Year 7: Medieval Europe

Why Pair Historical Fiction with Research?

Reading historical fiction deepens empathy, letting us walk in someone else’s shoes—even from a different time—which helps us understand their struggles and emotions better.

It builds wisdom and critical thinking, encouraging us to question what we read, differentiate fact from fiction, and recognise lessons that still resonate today

Most importantly, it brings the past to life.

• Access Stella’s Encyclopedia Brittanica

• Pinterest reading recommendations list

The Persistent Puzzle Pit Award

This prestigious award goes to Erin R and Evie W, our Puzzle Pit high achievers! It has been fun to watch the 1,000-piece puzzle grow. This is the sixth puzzle to be completed in 2025, by Stella students.

Monday's Tutor - Amelia Wall (Class of 2024)

My HSC subjects: Biology, Advanced English, Standard Mathematics, Religion 2 unit, Textiles & Design, (and can provide tutoring for all Junior subjects).

Studying at UTS: Bachelor of Engineering (Biomedical) and Creative Intelligence and Innovation.

To Book a Tutor

Students can easily book a tutoring session by writing their name on the Tutoring Booking Sheet, which is available for viewing at the library desk. Tutors are available free of charge from Monday to Thursday after school.

Gift Cook: Serving Up Soup and Solidarity

Last Thursday evening, our students took part in Gift Cook, whipping up hearty minestrone soup in record time. With the Thermomix helping to conquer the teariest job (onions!), students from Years 9 to 11 worked side by side, showing teamwork and care. These nutritious meals are more than just soup; they’re a way for our young people to give back to the community and support those facing challenges in the current cost-of-living crisis.

A big thank you to Yi (Amanda) L, Ivy P, Sophie O’B, Eleni H, Grace H, Natasha C, Chloe S, Sacha C and Cody R.

We have one last Gift Cook this term, Thursday 27 September. If you would like to be a part of this important community service work, please email Ms Metcalfe.

Your effort can count towards your Duke of Edinburgh community service hours or simply be a chance to put social justice into action, knowing the results will be going directly to people in our community who will benefit.

My First Speech Competition

✨ Be the Change. Speak for Justice. ✨

At Stella, we believe in using our voices for the common good. If you are passionate about an issue in our world today such as:

• climate justice, renewable energy, fair access to water,
• housing and cost-of-living equity,
• peace and conflict resolution, or
• Reconciliation with our First Nations people,

This is your chance to step up.

The My First Speech competition invites students in Years 10–12 to imagine themselves as a newly elected Member of Parliament and deliver their first 90-second speech on the issue that matters most to them.

This is more than just a speech

It’s a platform for justice.

Winners will be flown to Canberra to:

• Deliver their speech in Parliament House
• Meet MPs and attend Question Time
• Share their vision for a fairer, more compassionate world

By taking part, you are not only developing your voice but also carrying forward our tradition of justice, compassion and courage, values at the heart of Good Samaritan education.

👉 Entries close 15 September 2025. Find out more by contacting Ms Metcalfe to follow the next steps to enter the competition.

Upcoming Hike

Our students are heading off on the Kangaroo Valley Paddle from the 15 – 19 September. We wish the girls the very best of luck on their adventure! A big thank you to Ms Christensen and Ms Morgan for supporting and accompanying them on this journey.

Beach2Beach Results

We are proud to share the success of our recent Beach2Beach event. With an incredible 250 girls participating, the event was a true show of teamwork and community spirit. Two major awards were presented on the day – Biggest Group and Best Team.

A special congratulations goes to Jules N, Zaylee Z and Kayla R who received the Outstanding Involvement Award for their exceptional efforts and commitment throughout the day. Well done, girls!

Duke of Ed Awards

Congratulations to the following students on achieving awards:

Athletics

Our athletics season has officially wrapped up, with the IGSA Championships marking the final carnival for our squad. It’s been an incredible season, with our best results ever!

The IGSA Championships were held on Thursday 21 and Friday 22 August at Sydney Olympic Park. Stella had a big squad competing across the two days. The rain held off enough to allow all events to go ahead. Our results were outstanding! Stella placed second in Division 2, and 9th overall. We will now move into Division 1 for the first time in 2026! This is a remarkable achievement in a very high level of competition!

A huge congratulations to Leanne B (Year 7) who broke the record in the 12 years 100m. Leanne also won the 12 years 200m, was 6^th in long jump and was a member of the junior relay team who came home with the silver medal.

Congratulations to the following students who won medals on the day:

• Ellie F: Gold in the 15 years 100m, silver in the 15 years 200m
• Leanne B: Gold in the 12 years 100m and 200m
• Elisabeth P: Silver in the 17 years discus and shot put
• Erin H: Silver in the 18 years high jump
• Junior Relay: Silver - Em C, Beatrix B, Pilard S, Leanne B

Well done to the other students who made finals:

• Pilard S, April U, Zoe B, Beatrix B, Cara F, Lara M, Louisa O, Bella R, Karina O.

The highlight of the day was the three relay teams making the finals:

• Junior team: Emily C, Beatrix B, Pilard S, Leanne B
• Inter teams: Violet M, Kayla R, April U, Ellie F
• Senior team: Charlotte B, Chanelle H, Brooklyn E, Zoe B

Well done to all members of the squad on an outstanding season of athletics. Best of luck to the students who are competing at the NSWCCC Championships on September 15.

NSW Futsal School Championships

Congratulations to the U14 and U16 Futsal teams who played at the State Final of the NSW School Futsal Championships at Windsor on Tuesday 26 and Wednesday 27 August. This is a huge tournament with schools from all over NSW. The Stella teams were outstanding!

The U16 team had a great day, going through the round games undefeated. They had a tough quarter final against Freeman Catholic College, which was drawn 0 – 0 at full time. The game went into golden goal extra time, with the Stella team unlucky to lose 1 -0. Congratulations to the U16 team who finished 5^th in NSW!

The U14 team also had an outstanding tournament. After winning all pool games, they had a great win in the quarter final against Endeavour Sports College. The team moved into the semi final against Mamre Anglican school. It was a tough game, with the Stella team going down 3 – 1. Congratulations to the U14 team who finished in 3^rd place in NSW and have now been invited to the National Schools Championships on the Gold Coast!

• U14 team: Evie M, Gracie B, Lola H, Siena A, Zoe A, Zoe V, Lily C
• U16 team: Charlotte C, Jess P, Lara M, Emily B, Camille C, Ellie E, Lyla R, Sophie L

Water Polo

Well done to the Year 8 and 9 Stella Red team who recently played in the grand final of the NSSWPA competition. The Stella team has had an outstanding season, only losing one game since the competition commenced in early Term 2. The Stella team faced a strong and experienced Brigidine team in the grand final, but dominated from the start! The Stella students played strongly as a team, and won the grand final 6 – 1!

Congratulations to Stella Red: NSSWPA Intermediate Champions 2025!

Stella Red: Alice J, Isabella L, Eve K, Amelia M, Liv M, Heidi H, Ella B, Flo W, Piper B, Freya C, Sara S

Congratulations also to the Stella Green team who also had a great season and finished in 5^th place!

Netball

‘The NSWCCC Netball Championships were on Friday 28 August at Penrith Netball Association. Stella had a strong junior and intermediate team playing at this event. Both teams had a great day, especially the intermediate teams who finished second in their division! Congratulations to all members of both teams:

• Junior team: Georgie P, Piper K, Annie M, Ines G, Vivienne O, Neve K, Charlotte S, Louisa O, Sophie R
• Inter team: Karina O, Mia T, Eve K, Jemima P, Asher S, Georgia B, Ava S, Ceyln E.

Touch Football

The NSW Touch Football Regional Championships were held in Penrith this week.

The Year 7 and 8 carnival was held on Tuesday 2 September. Stella had three strong teams playing at this event. All teams played very well, with Stella 1 finishing 2^nd in their pool, Stella 2 finishing 4^th and Stella 3 finishing 3^rd.

The Year 9/10 event was held on Wednesday 3 September. Both of the Stella teams had a fantastic day, playing a high level of touch and having fun as a team. Well done to the Year 9 team who finished 4th in their pool. A big congratulations to the Year 9/10 who made it into the semi finals! They had a great game and were unlucky to lose 3 – 2 to the eventual winners of the tournament, Westfield Sports. This Stella team has now secured a place in the State Final on September 17.

Congratulations to Ellie F (Year 9) who represented NSWCCC at the NSW All Schools Touch Football Championships at Tempe on Wednesday 27 and Thursday 28 August. Ellie’s CCC team won all of their round games to progress through to the final against NSWCIS. Ellie had a great tournament and was selected into the NSW team to play at the Australian All Schools Championships in Victoria in Term 4. Well done Ellie!

Cross Country

Congratulations to the Stella Cross Country stars who recently represented NSW at the Australian Cross Country Championships in Ballarat. The girls ran in tough, muddy conditions and all had great results against the best runners in the country.

• Sarah C (U13): 42^nd
• Bella R (U14): 18th
• Amelia M (U15): 8th
• Pip Q (U17): 24th

Cabaret - Broadway Through the Ages

Stella Maris College Performing Arts is excited to open our first ever cabaret show, Broadway Through the Ages. Playing over two sold out evenings (Thursday 4 and Friday 5 September) the show promises to be something special. The Polding Centre Rooftop Sunset Bar, with live acoustic entertainment, will be open from 5:30pm serving drinks and pre-ordered food options for double platinum, platinum and gold ticket holders. A huge congratulations and thanks to the work that students and staff have put in to make this show come to life.

Upcoming events

P&F Father’s Day Raffle – Win Incredible Prizes - Last Chance for Tickets!!

Support our Stella community and go in the draw to win, thanks to our generous sponsors. Raffle drawn at 10.00am on Friday following the Father’s Day Breakfast. Winners notified via email. Students will be selling tickets at tomorrow's Father's Day Breakfast.

Tickets: 3 for $10, 7 for $20, 20 for $50

🥇 1st Prize: 🏉Signed Waratahs Jersey + 2 Tickets to the Rugby Players Lunch
📍 Fullerton Hotel – 4 December
🎉 Celebrate with Australian Rugby Players
💰 Valued at $800
🙏 Thanks to Waratahs & Frontrow Group

🥈 2nd Prize: 4 x Manly Sea Eagles Category A Tickets (2026 season game)
🏟️ Includes Pre-Game Sideline Experience
💰 Valued at $700
🙏 Thanks to Manly Sea Eagles

🥉 3rd Prize: Trolley of Beverages
🍷 18 Bottles of Wine🥃 1 x 24 pack Jameson Dry & Lime + 1 x 24 pack Jameson Cola🍺 2 x 6 pack James Squire Lashes
💰 Valued at $600+
🙏 Thanks to Treasury Wine Estates, Pernod Ricard Winemakers, and Déjà Vu Wine

🏅 4th Prize: Signed Manly Sea Eagles Jersey
💰 Valued at $400
🙏 Thanks to Manly Sea Eagles

🎁 5th Prize: 4 Pines Brewery Tour
🍺 Discover and taste the best of 4 Pines
💰 Valued at $100
🙏 Thanks to 4 Pines Brewery

Stella Ladies Long Lunch – Friday 19 September

Join us for an afternoon of laughter, connection, and celebration at the Ladies Long Lunch – a special event for the fabulous women of Stella Maris College.

Enjoy a delicious long lunch at Teddy Larkin’s Seafood and Steakhouse, the perfect backdrop to catch up with old friends, make new ones, and share in the warmth of our Stella community.This is more than just a lunch – it’s a chance to relax, indulge, and connect. With great food, flowing conversation, and plenty of fun, it promises to be an afternoon not to be missed!

📅 Date: Friday 19 September
📍 Venue: Teddy Larkin’s Seafood and Steakhouse
⏰ Time: 1.00pm
💲 Cost: $60 (includes two-course meal and a drink on arrival)

Seats are limited, so gather your friends and book early for this not-to-be-missed event!

P&F General Meeting - Thursday 11 September

The next P&F General Meeting takes place on Thursday 11 September at 7.30pm in the Stella Maris College Library or online here. We would love parents to come along and get involved.

During term, the Uniform Shop is open Tuesdays to Thursdays from 8.00am to 4.30pm and can be emailed on uniform_books@stellamaris.nsw.edu.au

Summer Uniforms

Summer uniforms are now available. Year 9 are required to buy the senior dress for next year. If students are currently wearing the tailored shorts, there is no need to change for Year 10.

New students that started from Term 2 are also required to purchase the dress or shorts. Dresses are $86. Tailored shorts are $53, the short sleeve white blouse is $40.

Purchases should be made by the end of this term. Before and after school, recess and lunchtime are available.

From Term 4, fittings will be restricted to lunchtimes only.

Students in other years requiring a fresh dress can purchase online. A small number of skirts and blouses have been kept aside till the end of term and can also be ordered online.

Please follow this link to the Uniform Shop Online Store https://uniformshoponline.stel...

Many online orders are to be collected. Orders are ready for collection from Recess after the order has been placed. Reminders are only sent as a last resort.

Year 12 2026 Booklists

Year 12 2026 booklists are now available via the link below.

Please make sure your daughter has confirmed her Year 12 subjects, as digital items are non-returnable.

If using the Campion site to order, the required code is 6RQR.

Second Hand Uniforms

Lunch Orders

Please note that from Monday 8 September, the lunch order cut off time will change to 8.30am on that day. Also, if anyone is looking to help out in the Canteen, even if it is for serving time (recess period 11.00am-11.30am / lunch period 1.15pm-2.15pm), we would love to see you.

Many thanks!

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