COE – A Night of Excellence: Celebrating Student Achievement 2025 

We are delighted to share the wonderful news of our recent Celebration of Excellence, held on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, in the Brenda Quinn Hall. This significant event brought together students, staff, special guests, and family members to honour the remarkable accomplishments of our students across academic, sporting, and co-curricular fields.

The evening was a formal ceremony dedicated to recognising students who exemplify the College’s core values: hard work, resilience, and the unwavering pursuit of excellence.

A highlight of the evening was the insightful address delivered by our esteemed Keynote Guest Speaker, Dr. Rosemary Habib (Class of 2003). Dr. Habib, a highly accomplished Medical Oncologist, Researcher, and Advocate, shared her journey since leaving Domremy, highlighting how the support of her teachers and classmates shaped her passion for science, compassion, and service. Her inspiring message encouraged students to believe that with dedication and courage, their potential is far greater than they may imagine.

We thank Dr Habib for allowing us to reproduce her address here. COE 2025 Keynote speech – Dr Rosemary Habib

Recognising Achievement Across Year Groups

The core of the celebration focused on the presentation of awards from Year 7 through to Year 11. Academic Excellence was awarded to students achieving at the highest level, demonstrating perseverance and diligence. Dux was bestowed upon the student(s) for overall academic excellence in each year level.

We proudly announce the 2025 Dux recipients:

Creative Arts and Community Partnership

The evening was enriched by incredible performances showcasing our students’ exceptional talent:

• Flute Quintet Performance: Our Year 8 Extension Ensemble performed Mamma Mia and Les Moissonneurs.
• College Choir Performance: The Choir, fresh from placing 2nd at the Sydney Catholic Schools Eisteddfod, performed the inspiring “Circle of Life”.
• Closing Performance: The Hip Hop Troupe provided an energetic conclusion to the evening.

We also celebrated significant Community Partnership Awards, recognising leadership, teamwork, and commitment to the wider community:

Congratulations to our community award recipients:

We extend our sincerest gratitude to the special guests and the dedicated staff, whose continuous support and encouragement foster the potential within every student. Our Presentation Sisters: Sister Margaret Barclay, Sister Cecilia Wiltshire, Sister Lynne Crilley and Sr Mary Walsh; Stephanie Di Pasqua – Member for Drummoyne; Mr Robert Campbell – Five Dock RSL Sub Branch; David Conway Chief Executive Officer – Five Dock RSL Sub Branch; Rotarian Pino Lauria – The Rotary Club Five Dock; Dr Rosemary Habib – Keynote Guest Speaker.

Most importantly, we thank our parents and family members. Your crucial partnership with the College is fundamental to our students’ success. We are immensely proud of all our students and look forward to another year of growth and achievement.

Congratulations to all the award recipients!

Mrs Mellissa Vassallo, Assistant Principal