Everyone from the St Peters community is invited to the Football Trivia Night hosted by the Football Parent Support Group. Enjoy a fun-filled, family-friendly night of trivia with Quiz Master and Old Scholar Caleb Greyman. No football knowledge is required.
Book a table for you and your family and friends.
Event details
When: Saturday 9 May, 6:00pm
Where: Café 45
Tickets: $25.00 single | $180.00 table of 8
BYO food. Drinks available at the bar.
Book your tickets here: bit.ly/Football-Trivia-2026
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a magical musical journey the whole family will love.
Join Symphoria, St Peters' Old Scholars String ensemble, as storytelling and music come together in two timeless tales: Peter and the Wolf and The Steadfast Tin Soldier. With live narration from Lower Primary teachers Mr Robin and Ms Robertson, these stories leap off the page and onto the stage, brought vividly to life through the colour and energy of a live string orchestra.
From brave heroes to unforgettable adventures, this enchanting concert is the perfect introduction to classical music for young listeners and offers parents a heartwarming and engaging shared experience.
Come along, sit back, and let your imagination take flight.
Event details
When: Sunday 10 May, 4:00pm
Where: Dron Auditorium, St Peters Lutheran College
Tickets: $20.00 each
The Visual Arts Faculty warmly invites families to attend Spectrum 2026 on Saturday 16 May, from 5:00pm – 7:00pm at the St Peters Performing Arts Centre, Indooroopilly.
This special evening will showcase Unit 3 IA2 Visual Art works and films, alongside a selection of pieces from IB Art students.
The program includes a Meet the Artist session at 5:15pm in the PAC Foyer, followed by 'Meet the Filmmakers' and film screenings in the PAC Theatrette from 5:30pm.
Attendance is compulsory for participating students as part of their course requirements. All students are to attend in full Winter formal uniform.
Spectrum is a free event and offers a valuable opportunity to engage with and support students as they present their creative work. Light refreshments will be provided.
Julie Seidel
Curriculum Leader Arts
We’re delighted to announce the inclusion of a Gourmet Lunch Box from Say Cheese (valued at $110.00) with every table purchased at the Long Lunch!
Gourmet Lunch Box options include your choice of a Sandwich & Rolls box or a Baguette Box featuring the following combinations:
*Vegetarian and gluten-free options available. Please advise of any dietary requirements. If you have not nominated your choice for Gourmet Lunch Box, you will automatically receive the Chicken option for the Sandwich & Rolls box.
Can I still bring my own food?
Absolutely! You are welcome to bring your own food as well. We will also have the cash bar and several food trucks on site.
Can I pre-order additional platters?
Yes, these are available as an add-on on Eventbrite.
Additional Platter Options:
All platters must be ordered by 5:00pm, this Friday 8 May.
The Long Lunch is envisioned as a celebration for our adult community — a chance to connect, socialise, and enjoy a long autumn afternoon in a stylish, relaxed setting. We look forward to seeing you there!
Event Details
Date: Sunday 17 May
Time: 1:00pm – 6:00pm
Venue: Campus Heart
Attire: Long Lunch Chic (sophisticated smart casual)
Tickets
$750.00 per table (10 guests)
Available now via Eventbrite: https://bit.ly/StPeters-Long-Lunch-2026
Inclusions
The Long Lunch is envisioned as a parents-only celebration — a chance to connect, socialise, and enjoy a long autumn afternoon in a stylish, relaxed setting.
Important Information
This is an 18+ event. In line with licensing requirements, alcohol must not be brought onto the premises. Beverages will be available for purchase at the cash bar.
Nicola Britton
Community Liaison Officer
2026 marks a significant milestone for the St Peters Arts program, as Year 8 Kaleidoscope celebrates its 20th anniversary. Over two decades, Kaleidoscope has become a much-loved and integral part of the Year 8 experience, offering students the opportunity to develop their musical, dance, and dramatic skills under the guidance of dedicated arts staff and industry professionals.
More than just a performance, Kaleidoscope provides a platform for students to build confidence, form new friendships, and experience the excitement of contributing to a large-scale stage production created especially for them. It continues to be a highlight of the Junior High calendar, fostering creativity, collaboration, and a strong sense of community.
Rehearsals for the 2026 production are now well underway, with over 115 students involved across cast and crew. Performances of 'Life is a Kaleidoscope' will take place on Friday 29 May and Saturday 30 May, commencing at 7:30pm.
This year’s production celebrates the rich history of Kaleidoscope, weaving together elements from past scripts and musical items into a new and engaging narrative.
Life is constantly changing. Especially as a teenager in Junior High. Life is multifaceted and unpredictable. The colours and shapes that make up your family and friends, school, sports and downtime all swirl and rotate. Just a slight turn of focus changes the pattern as they blend together to form a unique and intricate picture.
Life is a Kaleidoscope and this year we follow the journey of Year 8 students through the woven fabric of their ups and downs, their successes, evolution and growth. While change can cause anxiety, a turn of life's Kaleidoscope can offer endless possibilities and encourage young people to be active creators of their own life stories. This is Kaleidoscope.
Tickets
We warmly invite the St Peters community to come along and support these enthusiastic and talented young performers, and to enjoy what promises to be a vibrant and inspiring production.
The PAC Servery will be open for drinks and snacks from 6:30pm.
Christine Taylor
Kaleidoscope Producer
We are celebrating the unique tastes and interests of our community with a free afternoon of fun for the whole family. Whether you love a timeless classic, a modern marvel, or feel a need for speed, come along and enjoy the exotic, rare, and vintage vehicles on display, or take advantage of the coffee and food vans.
This event promises to be a wonderful opportunity to share your passion for cars, engage with fellow enthusiasts, and inspire the younger generation with automotive history and innovation — all while enjoying great coffee and company.
Event details
Date: Saturday 30 May 2026
Time: 3:30pm – 5:00pm
Location: Campus Heart
Tickets: Free entry, please register via the link below
Register HERE
Nicola Britton
Community Liaison Officer
Langer Library’s Firefly page links to a great many digital resources for both academic research and recreational reading. A recent addition is our new What to Read Next page, which offers reading suggestions based on some of our most popular novels. This page is a work in progress, but we have kick-started it with some great alternatives. Please take a few moments to visit the What to Read Next Firefly page.
When completing bibliographies, St Peters students are required to use the APA (7th Edition) referencing system. To help ensure sources are correctly referenced, Langer Library provides an Online Referencing Generator (ORG) tool that creates accurately formatted citations. This can be found on Langer Library’s Bibliographies and Referencing Firefly page. Please don’t hesitate to seek help at Langer Library should you require assistance.
Christina Wheeler
Head of Secondary Library Services
We were delighted to welcome our mums and caregivers to this year’s Mother’s Day Breakfast, as they shared this special occasion with their children. The Lower Primary Undercroft was filled with warmth and connection as we gathered to celebrate the important women in our students’ lives. The morning concluded with a time of worship, where we gave thanks and reflected on the gift of motherhood.
Thank you to all the families who joined us. It was a pleasure to share such a meaningful morning together. Huge shout out too, to the mums who stayed for the remainder of the day working at our Mother’s Day Stall in Lower Primary, particularly to Kupra R for her organisation and enthusiasm in leading this stall.
I subscribe to a weekly blog written by Adam Voight from Real Schools, and I was particularly interested in his view on talking less and listening more when engaging with our children. See below for his insights…
Every parent wants their child to succeed in school, but challenges are a natural part of any student’s educational journey. Whether it’s academic difficulties, social issues, or behavioural concerns, knowing how to approach these problems can make a big difference. Here are some tips for parents on how to effectively support their children when school-related issues arise.
Ask the Right Questions
If your child has been in a big argument or fight with a friend, it’s natural to want to jump in and fix things.
However, instead of leading with questions like, “Who started it?” or “Was it Max again?” take a breath and approach the conflict with curiosity.
Ask open-ended questions like, “Why do you think the conflict happened?” or “What could you have done differently?” Instead of immediately trying to resolve the issue, ask, “How are you going to work this out?”
This encourages your child to think critically and take responsibility for their actions.
Talk Less, Listen More
As parents, we often feel the need to do all the talking when conflict arises, trying to fix the situation for our children. This can lead to jumping to conclusions and overshadowing the issue.
Instead, ask one of the open-ended questions above and then count slowly to eight seconds. This pause creates a space for your child to share their perspective. Often, they just want to talk it through, not necessarily ask you to step in and solve the problem.
The Car Ride
Have you noticed that children often open up more when they are in the car, on a walk, or while kicking a ball around? One reason for this is the lack of direct, interrogative eye contact, which can be intimidating. These situations provide a more relaxed environment, making it easier for your child to talk through issues. Use these opportunities to have meaningful conversations without the pressure of sitting face-to-face.
Conclusion
Navigating school challenges can be tough, but with the right approach, you can help your child overcome obstacles and thrive. Stay curious, listen more than you talk, and take advantage of relaxed moments to have important conversations. By fostering a supportive and proactive environment, you’re setting your child up for success not just in school, but in life.
If you feel as though you need further conversation in supporting your son or daughter at school, the best first point of call is your child’s classroom teacher.
Are you keen to work in our Primary Years classrooms? Have you completed the Face-Face Volunteer Induction?
Please join me next Tuesday 12 May at 8:30am in Belfield Hall for the Term 2 Volunteer Induction. I look forward to seeing many of you there!
Lisa Challenor
Head of Primary Years
St Peters Lutheran College is proud to host the upcoming Women in Brass and Percussion concert on Saturday 9 May at 7:30pm in the Dron Auditorium. This inspiring event provides a national platform for outstanding female brass and percussion musicians, bringing together performers from Queensland, New South Wales, the ACT, Victoria, Tasmania and New Zealand.
Audiences will be treated to a performance of exceptional calibre, featuring internationally renowned tenor horn artist and educator, Sheona White. Under the direction of Musical Director Maureen Cameron and organiser Marissa Clarke, this remarkable ensemble represents some of the finest female brass players in the Southern Hemisphere.
In the lead-up to the concert, musicians rehearsed on campus in the Band Room over the weekend of 2–3 May, and the ensemble is already sounding fantastic. The energy and artistry developing through these rehearsals promise a memorable and uplifting performance.
As part of this unique opportunity, several of our advanced St Peters female musicians have been invited to perform alongside the ensemble. Congratulations to Grace O, Sophie C, Ella G, Monique H, River L, Madeleine N, Olivia P, Leona L, Georgia K and Eleanor P on this outstanding achievement.
In addition, all brass students at St Peters will have the opportunity to work with Sheona White in a special masterclass on Friday 8 May from 12:00pm – 1:30pm in the PAC Theatrette. This is an invaluable chance for our students to learn from one of the world’s leading performers.
We warmly invite members of the St Peters community to attend this exceptional concert and celebrate the artistry and contribution of women in brass and percussion. Please refer to the attached poster for ticket details.
Grantley Sutch
Co-Director of Cocurricular Music | Head of Bands
Congratulations to Lily E (Year 10) on her selection in the Australian U16 Women’s Water Polo Team — a fantastic achievement and recognition of her dedication and talent.
Lily will travel to Croatia in July to compete at the World Championships, following a series of preparatory residential camps at the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS). The team will then spend three weeks overseas training and competing against several European nations as part of their international preparation program.
We wish Lily the very best as she represents Australia internationally and look forward to following her journey.
Congratulations to Laver House on winning the Inter-house Cross Country at the end of last term!
A big thank you to all students, house patrons, and staff who supported the event and contributed to making it such a successful day. Your enthusiasm, encouragement, and organisation were greatly appreciated and helped create a fantastic atmosphere for everyone involved.
1st – Laver (76 points)
2nd – Leichhardt (68 points)
3rd – Bradman (63 points)
See below for some photos.
Season Launch & Boat Naming
On Saturday 2 May, we officially launched the 2026 Rowing Season at the Terrace Rowing Shed with our annual Season Launch and Boat Naming Ceremony.
It was a great afternoon bringing together students, families, and the wider College community to mark the start of the season. A highlight was the naming and christening of new additions to our fleet, including two quad sculls, Springfield and Mitchell Bridge (2021), the latter named in honour of an Old Scholar who has represented Australia in Rowing.
Five single sculls were also named. Four were named after our boarding houses: Ludke-Mutze, Schilling, Cameron-Herse, and Finger, while a fifth, Helen Allard, was named in honour of a past Director of Rowing and St Peters parent.
We thank Acting Head of College Lisa Delaney and Director of Sport Shaun Nodwell for attending and supporting the ceremony, as well as all members of the community who joined us on the day. With the season now underway, there is a strong sense of energy around the shed, and we’re looking forward to what’s ahead on the water.
Lutheran Shield Regatta
Our Year 8 and Year 9 crews competed at the Lutheran Shield Regatta on Saturday against Trinity College, gaining valuable early-season racing experience in challenging conditions at Coomera.
The Year 9 crews had a strong showing, dropping just one race across the day and setting a great tone for the season ahead. The Year 8s showed plenty of determination, taking on big fields, wind, and rain, and gaining invaluable race experience in the process. They are set for a big season of competitive racing in Terms 2 and 3.
It was a pleasing start to the season for both groups, with strong effort, resilience, and a clear platform to build on as we head into the coming regattas.
Rowing Information
We have created two dedicated Firefly pages packed with key information about the season, including training structure, expectations, and answers to common questions. These are a great first point of reference as you prepare for the season ahead:
Rowing Program Page
Rowing Support Group Page
Mr Andy Clatworthy & Mr James Chadwick
Rowing Coordinators
QGSSSA Cross Country Meet #4
On Wednesday 13 May (Week 4), we will compete in our final QGSSSA Cross Country Meet at Shaw Park before the QGSSSA Championships. This meet is an important opportunity for us to build momentum, gain more race experience, and put ourselves in the best possible position heading into the championship event.
With this being our last hit‑out, it is vital that we have as many students running as possible. Every race counts, and strong participation across all age groups will be crucial to our overall performance.
Key Dates – Term 2
Run Club
Run Club is a great way to improve your fitness in an inclusive environment! Plus receive a free Zooper Dooper at the end of your run!
Run club is open to all members of our community (including Staff), and available on Friday mornings. Meet at Internal Bus Stop, Indooroopilly Campus 6:30am – 7:30am. Students can run anywhere from 1–10km, at their own pace and ability.
Make sure you’re subscribed to Cross Country on the St Peters App to access the training schedule and to receive any notifications of Run Club cancellations.
Upcoming Dates:
Round 6 vs Somerville (Away) – Friday 8 May
Round 5 vs St Margaret’s (Away) – Tuesday 12 May (Rescheduled)
Round 7 vs St Aidan’s (Home) – Friday 15 May
To check your results and the ladders for each team, please visit the QGSSSA website.
Good luck to the U15 Maroon and U18 Maroon teams as they take the field in their semi-finals this week.
Thursday 7 May – Whites Hill Reserve
Best of luck as well to our U15 Gold team, who will contest their semi-final next week.
We’re incredibly proud of all teams and hope to see you progressing through to the grand finals next week.
Sign on and information for QGSSSA Winter Sports – Netball, Volleyball, Hockey and Tennis are now open! To join, use the link on the attached flyer.
Please check the St Peters App for calendars and training schedules as they become available.
If you have any questions about these sports, please contact the relevant coordinators listed on the flyer.
CLICK HERE to view the flyer.
Preseason Training
Please CLICK HERE to sign up for the QGSSSA Track & Field Season!
In Week 3, we will commence our pre-season training for QGSSSA Track & Field. Preseason training will begin on Tuesday 5 May, on Stolz Oval. Training times will be as follows:
Tuesday am: 6:15am – 7:30am
Thursday am: 6:15am – 7:30am
We look forward to seeing students attending the preseason sessions beginning soon and to a fantastic Track & Field Season in 2026!
Please note that the St Peters App will be updated with a full calendar and training schedule in the coming weeks.
Key Dates – Term 3
We would like to acknowledge student sporting achievements throughout the year. If your daughter has competed at a national or international level, please click here to share the details with us.
Ainslee Knight
Girls Sport Coordinator (Acting)
With Round 1 kicking off last weekend, it was great to have all teams playing at one venue at St Patrick's College. Chess got St Peters underway on Friday night with the boys bouncing back from a difficult matchup vs St Patricks College last year to mark some impressive opening victories for our young men. With both the Football and Rugby teams playing at Curlew Park, it was great to roam the flats and see as many matches as possible in one location before the start of the long weekend. This weekend, our Seniors will be away at Marist, and our Juniors will compete at home. We wish them the best of luck!
Last Thursday evening, we announced our St Peters Open Rowing Quad, 1st IV Chess, 1st XI Football, and our 1st XV Rugby teams. It was a combined gathering where we acknowledged and congratulated the selected members of each team. Mr Joel Butler addressed the players and presented them with their playing shirts and badges. It filled me with great honour to see the young men take pride in their uniform and to 'play for the crest', with many students being teammates for several years, and to hear many discussions of brotherhood.
Open Rowing Quad: Samuel M (C), Joshua W (VC), Sam B, Matthew J, Lucas C, Darcy W (Cox)
1st IV Chess: Oscar L (C), Milan S, Will S, Harrison L, Luke D
1st XI Football: Janis W (VC), Max A (C), Samuel B, Loic G, Roman G, Jesse S, Isaac K, Isaac L, Felipe LC, Sid M, Eddie M, Dahlair N, Ethan N, Heeyul N, Ben K, Seb T, Alex T, Hugo K
1st XV Rugby: James H, Nomis F (C), Noah T, Rheese B, Tom L, Finn M, Kasey G, Hayden M, Jim J, Beau G, Ramon S, Jack N, Lachie F, Loiston B, Kevin D, Josh A, Jaxson T, Thomas T, Sam F, Cleo M, Kona D, Archer K
Jonah E (Year 11) After a selection process that has been ongoing since January, Jonah was selected for the U16 Australian Water Polo Team, and will travel to Croatia to play at the World Aquatics World Championships in August. A phenomenal achievement, Jonah — well done!
Congratulations to Laver House on winning the Inter-House Cross Country at the end of last term!
A big thank you to all students, house patrons, and staff who supported the event and helped make it such a successful day. Your enthusiasm, encouragement, and organisation were greatly appreciated and helped create a fantastic atmosphere for everyone involved.
1st – Laver
2nd – Leichhardt
3rd – Bradman
For photos, please see the Girls Sport article
The Football Support Group would like to invite the St Peters community to the Football Trivia Night, which offers a casual, fun evening of trivia. Open to all students and parents, tables of up to eight can be mixed. No football knowledge is needed.
When: Saturday, 9 May at 6:00pm
Where: Café 45
BYO food, drinks available from the bar, and raffle tickets available.
CLICK HERE to view the flyer.
St Peters Rugby Union is pleased to offer a Rugby Union experience of a lifetime. With a planned interstate tour celebrating the upcoming 2027 Rugby World Cup. This tour is strictly open to students from Years 8–12 in 2027. This tour will only be available to boys who have committed to and played Rugby Union throughout the 2026 and 2027 AIC Rugby Union seasons
CLICK HERE for more information
CLICK HERE to register your interest
CLICK HERE to sign up for Meet 1 on Wednesday 13 May at Sherwood Arboretum.
AIC Meets – Wednesdays
Season Launch & Boat Naming
On Saturday 2 May, we officially launched the 2026 Rowing Season at the Terrace Rowing Shed with our annual Season Launch and Boat Naming Ceremony.
It was a great afternoon bringing together students, families, and the wider College community to mark the start of the season. A highlight was the naming and christening of new additions to our fleet, including two quad sculls, Springfield and Mitchell Bridge (2021), the latter named in honour of an Old Scholar who has represented Australia in Rowing.
Five single sculls were also named. Four were named after our boarding houses: Ludke-Mutze, Schilling, Cameron-Herse, and Finger, while a fifth, Helen Allard, was named in honour of a past Director of Rowing and St Peters parent.
We thank Acting Head of College Lisa Delaney and Director of Sport Shaun Nodwell for attending and supporting the ceremony, as well as all members of the community who joined us on the day. With the season now underway, there is a strong sense of energy around the shed, and we’re looking forward to what’s ahead on the water.
More photos below
Lutheran Shield Regatta
Our Year 8 and Year 9 crews competed at the Lutheran Shield Regatta on Saturday against Trinity College, gaining valuable early-season racing experience in challenging conditions at Coomera.
The Year 9 crews had a strong showing, dropping just one race across the day and setting a great tone for the season ahead. The Year 8s showed plenty of determination, taking on big fields, wind, and rain, and gaining invaluable race experience in the process. They are set for a big season of competitive racing in Terms 2 and 3.
It was a pleasing start to the season for both groups, with strong effort, resilience, and a clear platform to build on as we head into the coming regattas.
Rowing Information
We have created two dedicated Firefly pages packed with key information about the season, including training structure, expectations, and answers to common questions. These are a great first point of reference as you prepare for the season ahead:
Rowing Program Page
Rowing Support Group Page
Mr Andy Clatworthy & Mr James Chadwick
Rowing Coordinators
AIC Chess: Mr Andy Clatworthy A.Clatworthy@stpeters.qld.edu.au and Mr James Chadwick J.Chadwick@stpeters.qld.edu.au
AIC Cross Country Coordinator: Miss Hannah Le Sage h.lesage@stpeters.qld.eu.au
AIC Football Coordinator: Mr Liam Arkley l.arkley@stpeters.qdl.edu.au
AIC Rugby Union Coordinator: Mr Tyrell Barker t.barker@stpeters.qld.edu.au
Rowing Coordinators: Mr Andy Clatworthy A.Clatworthy@stpeters.qld.edu.au and Mr James Chadwick J.Chadwick@stpeters.qld.edu.au
The St Peters Athletic Development Program supports students’ physical development and athletic performance, with sessions held before and after school in the Indooroopilly weights room.
All experience levels are welcome, and students are encouraged to participate year-round to complement their chosen sports. The Term 2 schedule is available on the St Peters App.
Coordinator: Leigh Smith l.smith1@stpeters.qld.edu.au
The grey training shirt is compulsory for all students from 2026, replacing the white PE shirt previously worn to training. It is available via School Locker at St Peters Indooroopilly.
Please note: this shirt is for cocurricular sport training only and is not to be worn during the school day (8:00am – 3:10pm).
All students are expected to be correctly dressed for AIC training and games. Uniforms are available from Shop 45 or School Locker (see website for hours).
On matchdays, enclosed footwear must be worn to and from games. Slides and Crocs are not permitted at St Peters or AIC venues.
As Term 2 AIC sport continues, all members of the St Peters community are reminded to uphold the values of inclusion, respect and sportsmanship.
For more information, refer to the AIC Code of Conduct.
With regards to wet weather and any unforeseen or potential cancellations of AIC sports, please ensure that you keep an eye out for notifications and alerts via the St Peters App. We will endeavour to keep everyone updated on both training cancellations and game day changes as the week progresses.
As we commence the Term 1 AIC (Australian Rules/Cricket/Volleyball) season, I would like to share some important information regarding injury management, return-to-sport procedures, and concussion awareness. These processes are in place to support student safety and to ensure clear communication between the school, families, and medical professionals. All injuries or incidents that occur during training or matches are managed in line with the College’s risk management procedures. Where required, injuries are documented and followed up by the school and Sports Medicine staff.
Concussion identification and management are a priority across all AIC sports. To assist parents in recognising the signs and symptoms of concussion, we strongly encourage you to view the following Australian Sports Concussion Identification video:
Australian Sports Concussion Identification – YouTube
This short video provides practical guidance on what to look for and what steps to take if you have concerns about your child following a sporting event.
If a concussion or suspected concussion occurs during school sport, the College will follow its concussion management protocol and communicate directly with families regarding next steps.
To help celebrate student success at the State or National level, please submit achievements via this form.
Dan Fraser
Boys Sport Coordinator
Dan Fraser
Boys Sport Coordinator
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