From the Principal

Prayer for Corpus Christi Sunday

Lord Jesus Christ, 

We come before You today,

We thank You for the gift of Your Holy Body and Blood,

The Eucharist, which strengthens our body, soul and mind.

Help us to live lives of love and service, 

following your example. 

We make this prayer in the Name of the Father,

and the Son and the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

Venerable Nano Nagle, Pray for us.

Dear Parents, Carers, Students, Staff and Friends,

A Stitch of Compassion, A Thread of Hope

When we think of saving a life, we often imagine the heroic – acts that make headlines: pulling someone from a fire, rescuing a swimmer caught in a rip, or performing a dramatic rescue. But not all acts of saving are loud or visible.

Sometimes, saving a life looks like a group of teenage girls gathering at lunchtime in a quiet room, learning to knit and crochet with patience and purpose. It looks like a 90-year-old woman, living with fading memory, still contributing by crafting a single square. It looks like our Domremy students thoughtfully preparing sandwiches for someone they may never meet, giving quietly and generously.

At Domremy College, our Knitting Club and Vinnies Sandwich Making Afternoons are humble yet deeply meaningful acts of service and solidarity. Each stitch in a handmade blanket, each sandwich wrapped with care, speaks of compassion and dignity. These are not just meals or warm items – they are symbols of community and hope.

This week, we received feedback from the St Vincent de Paul Society, who reminded us that what we create and give can be life-saving. Our donations of scarves, beanies, blankets and sandwiches don’t just protect against the cold and hunger; they remind people they are seen and valued. These gifts say, “You matter. Someone took time to care for you.”

And as much as these acts bless others, they also enrich our students and staff. The Knitting Club and the Sandwich Making group have become a space of friendship, mentorship and shared purpose, a tapestry of compassion that strengthens the fabric of our school community.

We are so grateful to every student, staff member and volunteer who participates in these quiet, powerful ministries. You may not make the evening news, but you are changing lives.

NAPLAN and Academic Data

Individual NAPLAN student reports will be sent to schools in early Term 3 for distribution to families. National results will be published by ACARA in August, at which point we will better understand our students’ performance relative to national benchmarks.

We have already received writing results, which place our cohorts largely in the “Strong” performance band. We are analysing the data to determine our priority areas for each cohort. These results, combined with data from the Academic Services Assessments in Years 6 and 8, give us a comprehensive view of student progress from pre-commencement through to Year 10, just prior to senior subject selection.

These assessments, aligned with NAPLAN Years 5, 7 and 9, provide strong evidence that literacy – particularly reading and writing – must remain a core priority. We are committed to implementing strategies that continue to enhance our students’ learning outcomes in these areas.

End of Term 2 Preparations

• Year 11 Subject Selection Interviews
  Bookings are now open for Monday 30 June, 10:00am–3:00pm. These meetings are essential in supporting Year 10 students in their senior pathway choices.

• Semester One Parent/Teacher/Student Meetings
  These will be held via Zoom on:
  📅 Thursday 3 July, 9:00am–7:00pm
  📅 Friday 4 July, 8:30am–2:00pm
  Relevant information has been sent home to guide the process and expectations. Students are expected to attend with their parents in full school uniform.
  📌 Please note: the last day of formal classes will be Wednesday 2 July.
  
  

Celebrating a Vibrant Term

As we approach the final fortnight of Term 2, I am filled with immense pride in all that has been achieved. There is simply too much to fit on one page. Our students have shone brightly in every corner of school life.

✨ Our College Musical, Grease, opens soon and judging by the energy and talent seen in rehearsals, it promises to be a truly spectacular event, continuing Domremy’s tradition of excellence in the performing arts.

🎓 We’ve celebrated success on the sports fields, in SCS Eisteddfods, the Da Vinci Decathlon, and Speaking 4 the Planet, to name just a few. The spirit of enthusiasm and achievement is alive and well at Domremy.

This newsletter is brimming with these stories because our College is brimming with life. It is a joy to witness and share this with you.

New Appointment

I am delighted to announce the appointment of Mrs Caroline Morizzi as our new Religious Education Coordinator (REC). Mrs Morizzi, an experienced and dedicated REC from Marist Sisters Woolwich, will commence at Domremy at the start of Term 3. We warmly welcome her into our College community and look forward to the faith leadership she will bring.

And Finally…

As students continue assessments across their subjects, I encourage them to stay focused, organised, and committed to finishing the term well. Every effort counts.

Thank you for your continued partnership, encouragement and trust. It is a privilege to lead such a vibrant and faith-filled community.

Blessings on you and your family,

Mrs Antoinette McGahan
College Principal

Prayer

A young girl recently told her Mum something that stopped me in my tracks. 

She said, “I saw God in the clouds today. 

You know, He was sneaking out in those little rays of light.” 

No big speech, no theology, just a moment of wonder.

My child’s eyes caught something the rest of us 

often miss: light spilling through a cloudy sky, and in it, the quiet presence of God.

It’s easy to think of God in grand gestures like burning bushes,

 parted seas, and voices from heaven, 

but Nano Nagle taught us to seek God in the ordinary, 

the hidden, the everyday. 

That quiet presence, the hand on a shoulder, 

a thoughtful text message, a warm smile from a stranger, 

a cuppa shared without hurry.

Maybe God sneaks out in more ways than we realize, 

not to hide, but to surprise and gently awaken.

 St. John of the Cross reminds us, “God walks into your soul with silent steps.

”Let’s be people who look for light breaking through the clouds, 

classrooms, and conversations, 

and may we learn to trust that God is always near, 

with the knowledge that His “light shines in the darkness, 

and the darkness has not overcome it” 

(John 1:5)

Community Announcement – Assistant Principal Appointment

Celebrating the Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus

Thank you to Sister Susan, PBVM, who has shared with us and for our community, a Prayer & Reflection for the Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus on 27 June.

Walk With Christ

Thanks once again to our VSM vollies

Year 8 Japanese cooking – Sushi with Chef Hideo Dekura

Year 8 students had a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in Japanese culinary traditions through an engaging, hands-on workshop with renowned Chef Hideo Dekura.

Under Chef Dekura’s expert guidance, students learnt the art of sushi-making—from preparing sushi ingredients to rolling their own inside out sushi as well as flower sushi. The session blended practical skills with cultural appreciation, giving students insight into the precision, care, and etiquette behind Japanese cuisine.

In addition to sushi, students sampled matcha (green tea) and traditional wagashi—beautifully crafted Japanese sweets often enjoyed during tea ceremonies. This authentic tasting experience introduced students to new textures and flavours while deepening their understanding of Japanese culture and hospitality.

The workshop was a memorable celebration of food, culture, and creativity—arigatou gozaimasu, Chef Dekura!

Mrs Rebecca Godfrey, Japanese & EAL/D Teacher

Year 8 Italian: Pasta making with Chef Luca

We absolutely loved the Italian cooking incursion last Wednesday! It was a brilliant, hands-on way to explore Italian culture and the language we’re studying. The lesson was fun filled, as it allowed us to see what it’s like to be an Italian chef for a day. Head Chef Luca, accompanied by his two assistants, was not only funny and entertaining but also very knowledgeable. We learnt how to make pasta from scratch, and our Italian vocabulary even got a boost thanks to Chef Luca speaking in Italian and using helpful flashcards. We are very grateful for this engaging opportunity as it was the perfect way to support us in our learning. The pasta was also Buonissima! 

We would like to thank all the teachers involved in particular Mrs Clarke for organising this fun incursion as well as our teachers Mrs Vari, Miss Intilli and Mr Thomas. 

Grazie mille!

Isabella and Amelia, Y8

Sharlotte is in to the National Art School HSC Intensive Studio Practice program!

Romeo and Juliet Incursion – Year 9

The Romeo and Juliet incursion by the Shakespeare Company was an exciting and memorable experience that helped me understand the play in a deeper way. At first, I was surprised to see that only three actors were performing, but I was impressed by how well they brought the story to life. They changed costumes and personalities so quickly and effectively that it felt like there were many more characters on stage. Their performance skills and energy made the whole play come alive in front of us.

One part that really stood out to me was the prologue. The actors performed a short dramatic scene that gave us a clear preview of what would happen in the play and how Shakespeare prepares the audience for the tragic events to come.

The portrayal of Juliet was one of the most powerful parts of the performance. It showed her bravery and how deeply she loved Romeo. I was struck by how willing she was to sacrifice her family’s expectations for love, which highlighted her loving and caring nature. I also saw the Nurse in a new light – in the performance, she came across as motherly and genuinely caring toward Juliet, which made me rethink her role in the story.

The actors made Shakespeare’s language easier to understand by explaining sections and acting them out clearly. Their explanations and their emotional delivery helped me feel connected to the story. Watching the play made the experience feel more real.and I was able to relate to the characters and engage with the storyline on a deeper level.

There were many moments throughout the incursion that were funny, emotional, and even a bit surprising. The actors did a great job balancing the dramatic and humorous parts of the play, which kept us interested the whole time.

I definitely enjoyed the live performance and would love to see more Shakespeare incursions in the future. Seeing the play performed helped me understand it so much better and made the experience more fun. Next year, when we study another Shakespeare text, I hope we get to have another incursion like this. It really brings the story to life and helps us learn in a different, more exciting way.

Chelsea, Year 9

College Choir places 2nd at SCS Eisteddfod

  

Amadeus and String Ensembles place with a Highly Commended and a 2nd place at SCS Eisteddfod

Year 8 Extension Amadeus Ensemble – Highly Commended

College String Ensemble – 2nd Place

Year 11 Drama places 2nd at SCS Drama Ensemble Eisteddfod

Congratulations to Domremy College’s Year 11 Drama Ensemble  – Placing 2nd at the Arts HQ – Sydney Catholic Schools Drama Ensemble Eisteddfod today!

Speaking 4 the Planet

Domremy students joined schools across Canada Bay Council for this year’s Speaking 4 the Planet competition at Rosebank College. 

Our girls were exposed to the innovative ideas of Dr Karl, a renowned environmentalist and scientist, who implored his knowledge on climate change to the group in the hopes that we, as future leaders, will utilise this information and make a positive change to our world. Dr Karl enlightened many students and teachers across our community on the staggering statistics climate change has imposed on our world, and most importantly, the ways we, as enablers of change, can improve our world. 

Along with Dr Karl’s impressive insight, speakers included our local government representatives, Ms Stephanie Di Pasqua, Mr Jason Yat-Sen Li, and Ms Sally Sitou. 

The organisers as well as student speakers, actors, artists, writers and helpers all came together to make the competition an enlightening experience that resulted in Domremy gold. Significant accomplishments including:

Our amazing Year 10 Drama group (Sarah, Addison, Olivia, Lucia, Maeve) won 1st place with a powerful performance

Kaya (Y8) wowed the judges and won 1st place in the Recycled Art category

 Allanah (Y10) took out 3rd place in the Writing category

Well done to all of the girls who entered the competition last week. Speaking 4 the Planet 2025 was another successful event of group learning, environmental awareness, and fun for all who came. 

Mariella, Sophia and Mia

Mr Gregory Sciortino, HSIE Teacher 

Year 8 Amadeus Music Concert

Our Year 8 Amadeus Music Concert will take place on Wednesday 2 July at 12.30pm in the Brenda Quinn Hall.

All Parents, Guardians and Carers are welcome to come along. No RSVP necessary. 

Environment Committee Update

Thursday June 5 was World Environment Day, where millions around the world recognised the urgent need to protect and restore our natural environment. Led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and held annually on 5 June since 1973, World Environment Day is the largest global platform for environmental public outreach and is celebrated by millions of people across the world. This year’s theme, #BeatPlasticPollution, calls for global action to tackle the growing crisis of plastic pollution. It highlights the impact of plastic on land, water, and air, and emphasises the need for collective action to address plastic waste.

More than 400 million tonnes of plastic is produced every year worldwide, half of which is designed to be used only once. Of that, less than 10 per cent is recycled. An estimated 11 million tonnes end up in lakes, rivers and seas annually. That is approximately the weight of 2,200 Eiffel Towers all together.

Time is running out, and nature is in emergency mode. To keep global warming below 1.5°C this century, we must halve annual greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. Without action, exposure to air pollution beyond safe guidelines will increase by 50 per cent within the decade and plastic waste flowing into aquatic ecosystems will nearly triple by 2040.

World Environment Day is a moment to reflect on the role each of us plays in shaping a more sustainable world. Our Environment Committee continues to raise awareness around important environmental issues. This term, we have focused on the environmental impact of fast fashion, the persistent issue of microplastics, and the environmental footprint of artificial intelligence technologies. All students are welcome, and encouraged to join the committee every Monday Week B in the theatrette at lunch time.

Lucinda Godwin, 2025 Environment Prefect

Canada Bay Council Community Environmental Grant

We are delighted to announce that Domremy College has been successful in securing a Community Environment Grant from the City of Canada Bay Council. This grant will support the revitalisation and expansion of our on-campus vegetable and herb garden.

The funding will go toward upgrading garden infrastructure, improving sustainability practices, and increasing student involvement in growing fresh, organic produce. The enhanced garden will serve as a dynamic outdoor learning space where students can engage with environmental education, healthy eating habits, and the importance of local food systems, also using the food grown in our food technology and hospitality classes.

We thank Canada Bay Council for their generous support and look forward to sharing the progress of this exciting project with our school community. Keep an eye out for updates as we grow … together!

Check out the ‘before’ and “Ai projected after’ photos.

Mr Greg Sciortino, HSIE Teacher

The Dolce Vita Collection: A Celebration of Wearable Art

This term, Year 9 Design and Technology students brought the Mediterranean to life through The Dolce Vita Collection,  a jewellery design project inspired by Australian brands Erstwilder and Gorman.

Using laser cutting techniques, students created vibrant, one-of-a-kind pieces including brooches, earrings, necklaces, and charm bracelets. From layered gondolas and lemon slices to scooters and pasta charms, each design captured a playful sense of summer with bold colour and personality.

The girls showed impressive technical skills and a willingness to think outside the box, blending fun with function. Their work highlighted creative storytelling, clever layering, and an eye for aesthetic detail.

Have a look at their amazing work below!

Ms Stephanie Ricciuti, Acting TAS Coordinator

Amelia

Lily

Chiara

Jana

Isabelle

Tiana

Charlotte

Jazzy

Ethics Club and the Senior School Ethics Olympiad

This semester, Domremy’s Ethics Club has focussed its lunchtime conversations around the set cases for the 2025 Senior School Ethics Olympiad. This year’s cases have led to really thoughtful discussions from a variety of perspectives. Our girls have particularly enjoyed discussing the ethical implications of eating some animals over others (or none at all), the use of curfews as a means of reducing youth crime, the revision of literature (and other art works) to better represent current world views and the ethical collection and use of data. 

We entered a Year 10 team and a Year 11 team into this year’s Senior Olympiad. All students represented our College with pride and engaged enthusiastically in very thoughtful and respectful discussions around the cases. They explored these through a variety of ethical frameworks and considered perspectives from a variety of cultures, genders, ages and experiences.

It is with great pleasure that we congratulate all involved and, in particular, our Year 11 team members who were awarded an Honourable Mention in this year’s competition. Below is a reflection from two members of this team, who have been involved in the Olympiad over the last three years.

“We were fortunate enough to have the opportunity to participate in the Senior Ethics Olympiad with three other Year 11 girls where we competed with fellow senior students across Australia in various ethical discussions. We spent hours reading and discussing cases, hearing from other students and learning each others’ various ideas. Over the years these events have given us the opportunity to strengthen our empathy and critical thinking skills, allowed us to share our thoughts and encouraged us to step beyond our comfort zones and broaden the landscapes of our mind.” Georgia and Juliet (Year 11)

Ms Sarah Thompson, Leader of Innovative and Global Connections

Flight Centre Travel Academy  – Tourism Shapers Youth Advisory Workshop

This week, five students had the opportunity to take part in a Youth Advisory Workshop about studies and careers in Travel and Tourism, led by BOP Industries and Flight Centre Travel Academy (FCTA).

FCTA offers a Diploma of Travel and Tourism which focuses on job ready learning and allows students to work with experienced professionals in the industry. It supports students who wish to pursue a career in a variety of travel or tourism roles including hotel management, aviation, cabin crew hosting and travel agency work. It can be commenced in Year 12 and also serves as the first year of a Business Degree which provides students with a variety of early entry pathways.

During the workshop students were asked to reflect on metacognition (how they think and learn) and their preferred style of assessment. They were taught about the current Diploma and asked to undertake a SWOT Analysis of this, identifying Strengths, Opportunities, Weaknesses and possible Threats. Students were asked to consider others’ perspectives and developed a Persona (a common entrepreneurial process). They then reflected upon their own academic resilience and how they persevere with learning when faced with challenges or a lack of motivation. Finally, the group took part in an Ideation task where they considered new ways of incorporating assessment in a creative, practical and real-world way.

When asked to contribute, our girls spoke about the importance of teacher support and the feedback they receive here at school as a crucial step in their academic and personal development. They spoke about their enjoyment of collaborating with others and how they focus on the achievement of their personal goals as a means to remain motivated. It was a pleasure to hear that what they learn here at Domremy is serving them well!

Through today’s experience, students contributed to shaping new ways of learning and assessment in the Travel and Tourism industry which was appreciated by FCTA and will be used by them to shape the future of their Diploma. They experienced a variety of reflective tools and entrepreneurial processes and were able to consider their own approach to learning; an experience that will serve them well in all future studies at school and beyond.

Some student reflections follow.

“On Wednesday, the 18th of June, we were given the opportunity, alongside 3 other students, to attend the FCTA workshop where we engaged in insightful tasks and became educated on travel and tourism and the opportunities offered within the Flight Centre Diploma. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity allowed us to collaborate with the FCTA team to brainstorm possible strengths and weaknesses of the program, whilst presenting our ideas on how we may build on these factors to benefit the future of the Diploma for all students. We are grateful to have been a part of and experienced this event, as we grasp skills that we can apply in different aspects of our lives.” Mariam and Lara (Year 10)

“Our experience today was insightful and interactive. We learnt about various career pathways that are very flexible and cooperative with your needs and give you the benefits of the domain. We learnt valuable opportunities and collaborative activities that can assist us in future. We met new people which benefited our understanding by hearing their thoughts. One activity that stood out to us was creating a project for a student who’s currently studying which enabled our problem solving and critical thinking. This program was a very positive experience for us that we enjoyed and we hope to come across more events like this.” Liana, Victoria and Taylor (Year 9) 

Ms Sarah Thompson, Leader of Innovative and Global Connections

Ethical Explorations Day 2025

Year 11 students represented Domremy College at this year’s inter school Ethical Explorations Day, hosted by Rosebank College and facilitated by staff from The Ethics Centre. The day consisted of three main sessions.

Students began by mingling as they started to explore the concept of Identity, discussing their ideas within 30 different paired groups. They reflected upon their values and what continues to shape them as individuals and openly listened to the perspectives of others. After morning tea, students participated in Philosophical Communities of Inquiry. They collaboratively explored and ranked the criteria used to make good choices. Areas under consideration included personal and cultural values, human rights, fairness and justice, the long term and unintended consequences of decision making, harm and suffering, the role of emotions and bias and the relationship between ethics and rules. After lunch students engaged in an interactive discussion in which they were asked to apply their criteria and values to particular scenarios and explain the reasoning behind their choices.

It was a wonderful day, which allowed our students to deeply reflect upon their own values and ethical decision making. Students commented on their unexpected learning that not all people their age hold the same or similar positions and were challenged on occasion by some perspectives that were very different to theirs. 

It is via opportunities such as these that we, as global citizens, can genuinely listen to try to understand the perspectives of others and strengthen our own ethical approaches and decision making. It was very pleasing to hear our students reflect upon the need for greater respectful discourse and their willingness to be open-minded while still holding true to their core values.

Congratulations to all Domremy students who took part. Your input was invaluable and your respect for others was notably front and centre of all discussions. Well done!

Ms Sarah Thompson, Leader of Innovative and Global Connections

Da Vinci Decathlon Update and Final Results 2025

A few weeks ago we included an article about our students’ participation in the Da Vinci Decathlon. We now have the final results across all ten events.

As previously reported our Year 10 Team achieved 2nd Place in the Creative Producers category. We also congratulate them for 10th Place in Code Breaking and 14th Place in English.

Our Year 11 Team are congratulated for their achievement of 6th Place in Engineering and 8th Place in Creative Producers.

These are outstanding results amongst over 150 high calibre teams who participated on the day. All students will be presented with a Certificate at our next Assembly.

Well done, Domremy!

Ms Sarah Thompson, Leader of Innovative and Global Connections

‘Baked by Sof’ Workshop – Year 9 Food Tech gets a Taste of the Sweet Life

Our Year 9 Food Technology students recently enjoyed a deliciously creative experience during the ‘Baked by Sof’ Cupcake & Cookie School Workshop. Led by ex-student and baking talent Sofia Sgroi, the workshop offered a hands-on look into the world of baking and cake decorating.

The session began with a live demonstration on how to make light and fluffy vanilla buttercream from scratch. They were then introduced to the art of colouring buttercream using gel-based dyes and experimented with a variety of piping techniques to create swirls, stars, and rosettes. A few lucky students even had the chance to try piping a cupcake themselves!

In the second half of the session, the focus shifted to fondant decorating. Students were guided through rolling, cutting, and embossing fondant to design two pre-baked cookies. Each student was provided with tools, fondant, and packaging to bring their creations to life and take them home.

This workshop not only gave students a fun and memorable experience, but also equipped them with real-world decorating skills they will apply in their upcoming assessment task, where they will be designing and creating a custom cake for a special event.

A huge thank you to Sofia for her time, energy and generosity in sharing her skills — and inspiring the next generation of creative bakers!

Ms Stephanie Ricciuti, Acting TAS coordinator

Year 7 Mobile Dairy Incursion

On Wednesday, 4 June, our Year 7 Technology students were treated to an engaging and hands-on visit from A Smart Farmer, a mobile dairy incursion that brings the farm experience directly to schools.

Farmer Jess and her assistant Tiana arrived with three friendly cows from their Camden property: three Jersey Heifers, named ‘HD’, ‘Memory’, and ‘Shamrock’. 

Throughout the morning, students had the opportunity to milk a cow, observe the process of separating milk and cream, and even try their hand at making soft cheese. Farmer Jess also shared valuable insights into how a dairy farm operates, explained the various breeds of dairy cows in Australia, and explored the journey milk takes from cow to consumer.

It was a fun, educational, and very memorable experience for all involved!

Ms Stephanie Ricciuti, Acting TAS Coordinator

STEM Week 2025

Domremy College celebrated STEM week with a Homeroom straw tower building competition, a lunchtime paper plane competition and the highlight of the week, the STEM assembly with our guest keynote speaker, Dr Vanessa Huron from the University of NSW School of Aviation.

Dr Vanessa Huron is the Deputy Head of School of Aviation at the UNSW.  She holds a Bachelor of Science in Medical Microbiology and Immunology, Diploma in Innovation Management and a PhD in Microbiology from the University of New South Wales. 

Dr Huron spoke to our students about how skills in STEM are perfect for aviation, and what being a woman in aviation can look like.

Being a woman in aviation

Homeroom Straw Tower building competition 

And the winner is … Martina 5, with a height of 100cm.  Congratulations on an outstanding tower.

Honourable mentions go to:

       Martina 1 – 96 cm

       Joseph 5 – 92 cm

Paper plane flying competition

The lunchtime paper plane flying competition was held on wednesday 11/7/25.  The plane that flew the furthest with a distance of 12.75 m was made by Elodie from Siena House.

Tech Explorers

Tech Explorers – our participants in Tech Explorers (Alice, Bronte, Roseanne, Shennah and Olivia) have been working hard programming their Lego robots to be fighting machines.  There will be a lunchtime smackdown in the Theatre.  We will try to have it in Week 10 or Week 1 next term.  Check the Daily Student Notices for more details.

Mr Sam Fleri, STEM Coordinator

STEM Assembly – Thank you to Dr Vanessa Huron

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Dr Vanessa Huron for taking time out of her busy schedule to attend Domremy College and be the keynote speaker at our recent STEM Assembly. Her engaging and insightful address on how STEM skills are essential in aviation careers was both informative and deeply inspiring. Dr Huron spoke with passion and clarity, offering real-world examples that highlighted the exciting possibilities awaiting our young women in STEM fields. Her presence and message were a powerful reminder of the importance of perseverance, innovation, and confidence — qualities we hope to nurture in all our students.

Combined Schools Book Club

We were certainly excited to welcome students from several schools in our Inner West region to Domremy College for a morning of celebration and everything books. The number of students attending proved that reading is still a popular and exhilarating activity amongst our young people, and that enjoyment of a good read and social interaction is both entertaining every bit as much as it is educational.

We welcomed students from St Patrick’s College, Strahfield, Trinity Grammar, and Christian Brothers Lewisham. 

We heard from Paul McDonald, President of the CBCA (Childrens’ Book Council of Australia) and an inspiring advocate of all things Young Adult Fiction. His knowledge and ability to captivate a young audience is truly inspirational!

The Junior (Years 7-8) and Senior Club (Years 9-12) then divided into two groups where they forged friendships and talked about the latest Fantasy novels they had been reading. This was then followed by a provided morning tea.

Thank you to Jessica Lonard, Head of Library, from St Patrick’s as well who led the Senior group book discussions whilst I led the Junior students.

Here is a brief perspective on the events of the morning by Lara from Year 10;

This week, Domremy College was thrilled to host the first  7-10 Booknook club of 2025 where we came together to share our common interest and love for books. This event was a fun and memorable way to celebrate the power of books as well as form new friendships with students from other schools.

Mrs Nicole Harada, Teacher/Librarian

Knitting for those in need – Knitting Club is back!

 

 

 

Last call – GREASE, the musical

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Gᵣₑₐₛₑ ᵢₛ ₜₕₑ wₒᵣd

 

𝙹𝚘𝚒𝚗 𝚞𝚜! ♩♪♫

𝟸𝟼 & 𝟸𝟽 𝙹𝚞𝚗𝚎 – 𝟽𝚙𝚖

𝙱𝚛𝚎𝚗𝚍𝚊 𝚀𝚞𝚒𝚗𝚗 𝙷𝚊𝚕𝚕 – 𝟷𝟸𝟷 𝙵𝚒𝚛𝚜𝚝 𝙰𝚟𝚎, 𝙵𝚒𝚟𝚎 𝙳𝚘𝚌𝚔.

 

Senior Football Team at Semi Finals

Our Senior Football Team competed in the SCS Semi Finals yesterday, playing in a very even battle against Marist Sisters Woolwich. Every single player displayed grit and determination and persevered for the duration of the game. The end score of normal playing time was 1-1. The game then went into penalty shoutouts, where we were unfortunately defeated. The girls should all be very proud of their amazing season and can definitely hold their heads up high!

Nicole Kanis, Assistant Sports Coordinator

Gabrielle’s achievement at NSWCCC Cross Country!

Shout out to netballers Anna, Sophie and Ava

Chloe returns from Table Tennis Championship decked out in Gold, Silver & Bronze

In all she returns sparkling Gold, Silver and Bronze!!!

Awesome Chloe!

 

Mrs Rina Angilletta, Sports Coordinator

Giorgianna at the Synchronised Swimming National Championships – Melbourne  

We congratulate Giorgianna, who had the incredible opportunity to compete at the Synchronised Swimming National Championships in Melbourne with her team, the “Sydney Emeralds” who placed 3rd!

“It was an unforgettable experience where I performed youth figures and took part in the Tech Youth Team routine alongside some exceptionally talented athletes. We had the opportunity to watch and talk to the Australian olympic team for Synchronised Swimming, it was truly an amazing experience.

The competition was fierce, with six teams battling for podium positions—some even representing international clubs. After a lot of dedication and teamwork, we proudly secured third place. It was an amazing achievement, and I couldn’t be happier with how our team performed.  

Beyond the results, the entire experience was fantastic. From the energy of the competition to the friendships formed along the way, it was a memorable journey that I’ll cherish. I had so much fun and learned so much, making it an event I’ll never forget.” Giorgianna 

Try Domremy for a Day – Year 6

On Monday 16 June, Domremy College proudly hosted 50 Year 6 students from local primary schools for a dynamic and engaging Entrepreneurship Day. This event was designed to give students a taste of high school life while developing their creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking skills through entrepreneurial challenges.

You can read all about the day in the linked Year 6 Try Domremy for a Day 2025 Report.

Mrs Kelly Smit, Leader of Learning and Teaching

College Tours

Our College tours for this Term have finished.

Dates for Tours in upcming Terms 3 and 4 are as follows.

If you know of family and friends who would like to take a tour of the College, please pass on this information and the website link for registration. We do not offer impromptu tours of the College, other than on the scheduled Tour dates.

College Tours registration link.

TOUR DATES REMAINING in 2025

Term 3 – Wednesday 30 July, 1.30pm

Term 3 – Friday 5 September, 9.30am

Term 4 – Tuesday 21 October, 5.00pm

Term 4 – Friday 14 November, 9.30am

Celebrating 100 Years of St Martha’s Catholic Primary School – Gala Dinner

Connect Newsletter – Archbishop Anthony Fisher’s Newsletter

Please see the link to the latest edition of the Connect Newsletter by Archbishop Anthony Fisher, OP, dated 19 June 2025.