Mercy SNAPSHOT - Term 3, Issue 6

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Sep 26
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Issue 6, September 2025

IMPORTANT DATES:

Friday 26 September: Term 3 Concludes
Monday 8 – Friday 10 October: Year 12 Exam Trial
Monday 13 – Tuesday 14 October: Year 12 Trial Exams
Monday 13 October: Student Free Day
Tuesday 14 October: Term 4 Commences
Wednesday 15 – Friday 17 October: Year 11 Surf Camp
Wednesday 22 October: Year 12 Graduation
Friday 7 November: Year 9 Grandparents Afternoon Tea

For all activities and events, please view the College calendar here.

Student Services Information

School Holidays Administration Office Opening Hours

Monday 29 September – Friday, 3 October (Week 1): College Closed

Monday 6 October – Friday, 10 October (Week 2): Open 9.00 am – 4.00 pm

Monday 13 October: Office closed due to Staff PD Day

Students Commence Term 4 on Tuesday 14 October

Uniform Shop Information

During the School Holidays the Uniform Shop is open on Thursday, 9 October 2025: Open 8.00 am – 4.00 pm

Please note that due to ATAR exams the opening hours of the Uniform Shop will change on the following dates:

Tuesday 4/11/25 - Open 12:30 to 4pm

Tuesday 11/11/25 - Open 12:30 to 4pm

We’re pleased to announce that Tara Uniforms, a trusted WA-based, family-owned business, has taking over the management of our uniform shop. Tara has been supplying our uniforms since 2020 and brings extensive experience working with Catholic schools across the state.

The shop will remain onsite at the College, with Vanessa continuing in her role as Uniform Shop Manager. Online ordering will be available through Tara’s dedicated platform.

Please note that Flexischools will no longer be used for uniform orders.

Normal Opening Hours:

Tuesdays: 8.00 am – 11.00 am

Thursdays: 12.30 pm – 4.00 pm

Online ordering is available through the Tara Uniforms website: www.tarauniforms.com.au.

Uniform Shop Phone: 0432 578 311 (During opening hours only)

Location: Mercy Centre at 101 Leisure Drive, Australind

College Calendar

The 2025 College Calendar can be accessed via the College Website using this link: College Calendar – Please note that this is subject to change.

Absentee Notification

When a student is absent from school, it is required that on the day of the absence, a parent contacts the College before 9.30 am. A medical certificate is required if a student is absent for a period of more than three consecutive days. Contact to the College may be made by:

1. SMS: 0481 883 568

2. Via the SEQTA app

3. Phone: (08) 9720 3300, Option 2

4. Email: admin@olmca.wa.edu.au

Please state Student Name, Year, Date and Reason of Absence.

IT/ SEQTA

Just a quick reminder that IT Help and How-To guides for SEQTA can be found on the IT page of our website.

School Bus Services 2026

To make sure your child has a seat on the bus for the start of Term 1, 2026, SBS are encouraging families to submit applications before 14 November 2025. Families do not need to reapply if there are no changes to current circumstances and you are already receiving transport assistance.

Applications received after 14 November 2025 may be delayed, which could affect your child’s ability to access the bus at the beginning of the school year. If you have any questions, please contact School Bus Services on (08) 9326 2625.

Pupil Free Day – Term 4, 2025

Upon reviewing the College calendar, a pupil-free day was omitted for 2025. However, the College has scheduled a pupil-free day for Friday 14 November 2025. This date aligns with the Catholic Day at Leschenault Catholic Primary School providing Year 11 students with a study day before their exams. Students involved in the College Workplace Learning Program will still need to attend their work placement on this day.

2026 Booklists

The 2026 booklists will be released in Term 4. Please be aware that there will be some changes due to curriculum updates introduced by the School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA) for Science and Humanities.

Because of these changes, several textbooks used in previous years will no longer be suitable. Updated resources will be included for the following subjects:

Science (Years 7–9): Students will use STILE, an interactive online learning platform.
Science (Year 10): Students will continue with the current digital textbook, supported by additional resources.
Humanities (Years 7–10): Students will require the Oxford Humanities and Social Sciences 7–10, 2nd Edition textbook.

For families interested in buying or selling second-hand uniforms and books, a community Facebook page is available. Please note this page is independently managed and not affiliated with the College.

Tutorials

The College offers a successful tutoring program for our students during school hours and after school. It is important that students access these extra classes to assist them in the areas where they are experiencing difficulties. If you have any questions regarding your child's need to attend these tutorials, please feel free to contact your child's teacher or Head of Year.

You'll find the timetable for the tutorials offered in 2025, by visiting this page.

Enrolment Information

Year 7, 2027 Enrolments: The Year 7, 2027 cohort is nearly at capacity. If you have not yet submitted an application, please call Enrolments as soon as possible to discuss availability and waitlisting options.

Year 7, 2028 Enrolments: Applications are also being accepted for Year 7, 2028. While the need for immediate action is not as urgent as for 2027, we still encourage you to submit your application early to ensure your child’s place in the future intake.

Year 7, 2026 Enrolments: Please note that this year group is currently at capacity. For further information, please contact our Enrolments Department on (08) 9720 3300.

If you require any assistance or additional information, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with our Enrolments Department on (08) 9720 3300 (option 1).

A Message from our Finance Department

Thank you to all families for their continued support.

Please note that all statements are being emailed once a month. If you have not received a copy of your updated statement, please contact the Finance Department as soon as possible.

For families who have chosen to pay their fees in three instalments, please note that the FINAL instalment is due Tuesday 30 September 2025.

Please be mindful that all fees must be paid in full by Friday 31 October 2025.

If you have any questions or need to discuss a payment arrangement, please contact our Finance department on (08) 9720 3300 or via email at accounts@olmca.wa.edu.au. More information regarding College Fees can be found on the website here.

Community Notices

Harvey Junior Netball Workshop with Australian Diamand Donnell

Bunbury Netball

Leschenault Social Cricket

Dolphin Discovery Holiday Program

Join Binningup Surf Life Saving Club

Shire of Dardanup School Holiday Program

Sea Scouts Open Day 4 October

Harvey Junior Cricketers Wanted

Harvey-Benger Cricket Club are on the lookout for juniors to join their Year 9/10 & Year 11/12 teams for the 2025/26 season.

Years 9/10 is for juniors in Years 7,8 & 9
Years 11/12 is for junior in Years 10 & 11

Game Days:

Years 9/10 - Saturday mornings
Years 11/12 - Saturday mornings and Friday afternoons

If you are interested in playing, please contact harveybenger@gmail.com

Australind Tennis Club Junior Players Wanted

Choir Scholarship Opportunity

The BUNBURY CATHOLIC DIOCESAN LITURGICAL CHOIR is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the Bunbury Catholic Diocesan Liturgical Choir Bishop of Bunbury Scholarship for 2026-2027. Two scholarships of $1500 over a two-year period are offered to students in Years 7-12 from within the Diocese who wish to join the choir and further their musical and choral talents.

Applications close Friday, 17 October 2025 and auditions will take place on Wednesday, October 29 2025. For further information, please contact : The Director, Bunbury Catholic Diocesan Liturgical Choir at millsmusic@bigpond.com.

VacSwim

VacSwim programs give children from 5 to 17 years of age across Western Australia the skills to stay safe and build their confidence in the water. Enrolments for the October and summer VacSwim programs are now open. Spots are limited and venues will close once fully booked.

Enjoy fun VacSwim lessons during the October and summer school holidays. October program enrolments close 26 August 2025. Summer program enrolments close 15 October. For more information, please visit this website: VacSwim - Department of Education

Join the Steelers Softball Club