NAIDOC week celebrates the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. It is celebrated by all Australians and is a great opportunity to recognise and learn more about the history and culture of Indigenous communities.
NAIDOC stands for National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee. Its origins can be traced back to the Aboriginal rights movement, when on Australia Day 1938, protestors marched through the streets of Sydney to highlight the status and treatment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians. Today, it is a week-long celebration held in July that consists of range of traditional and contemporary activities
NAIDOC Week is an important event that helps build positive relationships between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people. It enables a deeper understanding of our differences and similarities and is a great opportunity for all Australians to eliminate bias and discrimination by reflecting and reconciling the wrongs of the past to facilitate hope and build a fairer future. Families are encouraged to join in and support young people in learning the significance of NAIDOC Week.
This Special Report offers suggestions on how families can celebrate NAIDOC Week together. We hope you take a moment to reflect on the information offered, and as always, we welcome your feedback. If this raises any concerns for you, a loved one or the wellbeing of your child, please seek medical or professional help.
We are delighted to invite St Peters Lutheran College community to attend the Opening Reception and Recital of the inaugural Marilyn Meier Chopin Award — a new national biennial competition celebrating the life and legacy of Dr Marilyn Meier, one of Australia’s most revered concert pianists, teachers, and mentors.
Date: Friday, 20 June Time: 6:30PM Location: St Peters Lutheran College Auditorium Free Admission for St Peters students and staff
This prestigious award honors Dr Meier’s extraordinary musicianship, passion for teaching, and her lifelong devotion to the music of Frédéric Chopin — a composer who remained central to her career in both performance and research.
The evening will feature a special recital with live performances of Chopin’s works by four of Queensland’s most notable pianists: Mark Hooper; Daniel Johnson; Jenni Flemming and Max Foster.
We look forward to welcoming the St Peters community to an inspiring evening of music and tribute.
Christine Taylor Co-Director of Cocurricular Music
St Peters Gala Ball – 18 October 2025
Mother Son Breakfast – Wednesday 23 July 2025
What happens when you buy a one-way ticket to Africa with no set plan? For St Peters Old Scholar Will Szalay (2014), it sparked a transformational journey of curiosity, courage, and calling.
At this year’s Mother Son Breakfast, Will will share his remarkable adventure of living and working in remote Ghanaian communities for over two years, navigating unexpected challenges, and discovering a sense of purpose along the way.
Will's story is about stepping into the unknown and the impact that can have, not just on yourself but on the lives of others.
We encourage all mothers and sons to attend this special event.
IB in Action: Year 11 Language and Literature Explorations
In IB Language and Literature, students engage with a diverse selection of literary and non-literary texts, all linked to the IB’s core concepts for the course: identity, perspective, representation, communication, culture, creativity, and transformation.
This term, Year 11 students examined the work of Italian street artist Blu, using his murals as a springboard to explore key concepts and inquiry questions, such as:
How may artists use their work to represent or reinterpret different perspectives?
How is street art used as a creative medium to communicate social issues?
What is the role of the audience in street art, and why is this significant?
Through this exploration, students considered how art and other visual texts can function as a form of social commentary—shedding light on social, political, economic and environmental concerns. Students completed their initial inquiries in their Learner Portfolios and then worked collaboratively to develop interpretations and share their work. Experiences throughout this unit challenged students to think critically about the role of visual texts as means for social change and deepened their understanding of how communication is shaped by both context and audience.
Interested in learning more about the IB? Prospective students can visit our ‘IB Q&A Cafe’ on Mondays over lunch in the CLI. Interested parents can contact Cassandra Magar, IB Coordinator, at c.magar@stpeters.qld.edu.au.
Cassandra Magar IB Diploma Programme Coordinator
Primary Years
Celebrating a Remarkable Term in the Primary Years
As we come to the close of another rewarding Term, it’s a wonderful opportunity to pause and reflect on the many achievements, experiences and moments of joy that have defined learning and life in the Primary Years.
From the first days of Term 2, our students embraced every opportunity to grow, learn and connect. Our Cross Country meets and Track & Field Carnivals were filled with energy, teamwork and personal bests, as students from across the Primary Years ran, jumped and threw with courage and determination. It was a joy to see so many of our young athletes supporting one another and proudly representing their Houses.
Our community gathered once again for the much-loved Mother’s Day Breakfast, a heartwarming event that honoured the incredible role mothers and mother-figures play in the lives of our students. Thank you to all who joined us for this special morning and Chapel.
Under 8’s Day brought colour, creativity and community spirit to campus, as our youngest learners explored hands-on activities and celebrated the wonder of early childhood. This year’s theme, “Unleashing Scientific Thinking Through Play,” inspired children to investigate, experiment and discover through joyful, curiosity-driven experiences.
In the classroom, students have been deeply engaged in rigorous and thought-provoking Units of Inquiry, developing critical thinking skills and making meaningful connections across Subject areas. The strength of the Primary Years Programme lies in its ability to foster both curiosity and depth—and this Term has been no exception.
Our Year 6 students experienced a highlight of their final Primary Year with the much-anticipated Canberra Tour, exploring our nation’s capital and engaging deeply with their Civics and Citizenship learning. This memorable trip was rich in experience, independence and learning beyond the classroom.
Academic enrichment was on proud display with our students’ exceptional performance in the Da Vinci Decathlon, where they worked collaboratively to solve complex problems and think laterally across a range of disciplines. Their success is a testament to their creativity, teamwork and determination.
The Arts have continued to flourish this Term, with students sharing their gifts during a series of inspiring Music concerts. Whether performing on stage for the first time or as seasoned ensemble members, our students demonstrated both skill and confidence, supported by our dedicated Music staff.
Our values of service and compassion were powerfully lived out during the Walk My Way fundraiser, as students walked with purpose to raise awareness and support for displaced children around the world. It was inspiring to see our community rally together for such a meaningful cause.
As we look ahead to the holidays, teachers are finalising Semester 1 reports, which will provide a valuable overview of each student’s progress, effort and areas for growth. We are proud of how hard our students have worked this Semester, and we thank our families for your continued partnership in their learning journey.
Thank you for being part of such a vibrant and caring community. We wish you a safe and restful break and look forward to an exciting Semester 2.
Lisa Challenor Head of Primary Years
Junior High
Camps and Term 2 Highlights
As Term 2 draws to a close, it has been wonderful to see Junior High students embracing every aspect of life at St Peters. From concerts and Sport, to Kaleidoscope and busy assessment schedules, students have given their best and supported one another.
This week, our Year 7 students head off to camp, marking a key moment in their journey as they build friendships and confidence outside the classroom.
Looking ahead, our Year 8 camp will take place in the first week of Term 3. This outdoor education experience is central to the ethos of our College, encouraging resilience, teamwork and growth. We look forward to starting the term with such a valuable opportunity for our students.
Max Forbes Head of Junior High
The Arts
Visual Arts News
As Semester 1 draws to a close, Visual Arts students are celebrating the outcomes of some inspiring projects. Year 9 Tradigital Art students have installed their sculptures in the gardens around the Chandler Arts Centre in response to the natural environment. These abstract forms, crafted from recycled plastics and zip ties, create striking contrasts with the landscape, filling spaces and highlighting the inherent structures and beauty of nature.
The life drawing series with guest artist Maureen Hansen has produced confident and sophisticated figure studies. The students’ commitment to this challenging program over the Term has resulted in a strong collection of well-developed figure studies.
We look forward to Semester 2, with more opportunities for creative exploration and innovation across our Visual Arts programs.
Julie Seidel Curriculum Leader The Arts
Sport
Girls Sport
QGSSSA TRACK & FIELD
Please click here to sign on for the QGSSSA Track & Field season!
The Term 3 training schedule and season calendar are now available on the St Peters App. We encourage students to continue attending the preseason sessions as we look forward to a fantastic Track & Field season in 2025!
NORTHERN EAGLES TRACK & FIELD NOMINATIONS
Students interested in the Representative Track & Field pathway are invited to nominate for the Northern Eagles Track & Field Trials. Please be aware that this is a competitive trial. For instructions on how to nominate, please see the information on the St Peters App.
This trial will be held on Wednesday 23 and Thursday 24 July at the State Athletics Facility (SAF). Students born in 2015 (10 years old) or earlier can nominate for these trials.
The full nomination package will be sent to students early in Week 2 who have gained selection in the St Peters Lutheran College District Track & Field team.
TOUCH FOOTBALL SEASON REPORT
Despite the challenges posed by numerous washed-out training sessions and rescheduled fixtures, this season has offered invaluable learning opportunities for our Touch Football program.
We extend our congratulations to the 10A team for achieving 2nd place in the 2025 QGSSSA season — well done, girls!
This year also marked the introduction of BMTA Club Touch Football. Since February, over 50 of our players have been competing at Whites Hill on Thursday evenings. This competition has provided our athletes with more opportunities to develop their skills, improve playing structures and gain valuable match experience. We are confident that this competition will significantly contribute to the continued growth of our Touch Football program in future seasons.
Congratulations to all five of our BMTA teams for progressing to the semi-finals last week. Good luck to our U18 Maroon (Open) and U15 Gold (Year 8) teams in the Grand Final this Thursday!
A special congratulations to our U13 Maroon (Year 7) team, who won their Grand Final last week with a fantastic 7–1 result. This is an incredible accomplishment, especially for many of the players who were new to Touch Football this year.
We are looking forward to carrying this momentum into the Queensland All Schools Tournament in October. Information regarding this tournament will be sent out to families early next Term.
Finally, a big thank you to all the players, coaches and families for their support throughout the QGSSSA and BMTA Touch Football seasons.
BMTA Touch Football Grand Finals | Thursday 19 June – Whites Hill Reserve, Camp Hill U15 Gold – 5:50pm v St Aidan’s U18 Maroon – 8:30pm v Southern Storm Please note: Game times may change, so please check the St Peters App for the latest information and field allocations.
Laura Buckby Touch Football Coordinator
QGSSSA WINTER FIXTURES – HOLIDAY TRAINING
Holiday Training
Various Sports training sessions are occurring over the school holiday period. Please check the St Peters App for details or contact your relevant Sport Coordinator for further information.
Round 1 vs Brisbane State High School – Saturday 19 July
In Round 1, St Peters teams are scheduled to play at home against Brisbane State High School in the QGSSSA fixtures. Game times are currently being finalised and will be released via the St Peters App on Monday of Term 3.
We look forward to seeing the girls compete in Hockey, Tennis, Netball and Volleyball next Term!
STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS
World Aquatics Championships – Swimming
Good luck to Year 10 student Anahira M, who has qualified for the World Aquatics Swimming Championships in Singapore early next Term. She will be representing Fiji in the 50m and 100m Freestyle.
This selection follows her outstanding results at the Australian Age Championships, where she won Gold in the 50m Freestyle. We wish her all the best!
Share Your Achievements!
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
Boys Sport
CONGRATULATIONS
A huge congratulations to our AIC Chess students, who won the AIC Chess Aggregate in a top-of-the-table clash against St Laurence’s College. This marks the third straight year St Peters has claimed the aggregate, along with Premierships in Senior A, Senior B and Intermediate A. The result reflects the incredible commitment across year levels, with 72 students trialling each week for just 40 positions.
Congratulations to Hugo K (Year 11), who has been selected to represent Japan in the U19 team for the upcoming ICC World Cup Qualifiers. This is an outstanding achievement, and we wish Hugo all the best on the international stage.
BOYS ROWING TROPHY REGATTA
It was a huge day at the SQSARC Trophy Regatta last Saturday 14 June, with outstanding performances and even better sportsmanship across all age groups.
Saints had a stellar showing, with highlights including:
Open Boys
Clean sweep in every Division 1–10 and every Quad Division 1–4
Open Boys Eight was the fastest boat at the regatta, showcasing dominance — a truly impressive row!
Won the Open Cup again and claimed the Jarrod Lord Shield for the age group win
Grade 9
Finished 2nd overall by just 3 points
Every sculler and double medalled across all divisions
First Quad set the fastest time ever in Grade 9–3 seconds faster than the previous record!
Grade 8
All Quads medalled across Divisions 1–4
Jai C won an Open double race with his brother Dheeraj
Overall Results
Boys: 2nd overall
Combined: 3rd overall
Well done to all our rowers, Captains Flynn G and Sam M, and coaches for their incredible effort throughout the season.
Athletic Development
The St Peter's Athletic Development Program supports students' physical growth and athletic performance, with sessions available before and after school in the Weights Room at the Indooroopilly Campus. Juniors (Years 7–9) focus on mastering fundamental movement patterns, while Seniors (Years 10–12) build on these skills with tailored programs for all levels. Regardless of gym experience, we cater for all levels and encourage all students to take advantage of this opportunity. Boys are encouraged to attend Athletic Development.
ST PETERS ACHIEVEMENTS
To help St Peters celebrate the sporting achievements of students who have competed in a State or National teams, please complete the Microsoft form – CLICK HERE
With hundreds of athletes competing in dozens of sports, this will help us ensure your child's achievements are not left unnoticed and can be considered for College celebrations.
Please also CLICK HERE to access the AIC Sport Calendar for 2025.
Matchday expectations
A reminder that all St Peters boys must be dressed correctly at both AIC training and games. All uniforms can be purchased from Shop45 or via School locker, please refer to the respective website for opening hours. For matchday, enclosed footwear must be worn to games; no slides or Crocs are to be worn at St Peters or AIC schools. They are not part of the school uniform and are a risk for Workplace Health and Safety.
Football
Training and Playing Uniform Requirements
Training – students must wear their St Peters training uniform to training, including shin guards and boots.
Games – students must wear:
St Peters numbered Football shirt (NO Sports/PE shirts)
St Peters maroon PE/Sports shorts
Long St Peters maroon socks with shin guards
Joggers/sneakers MUST be worn at all times before/after games – NO slides or thongs are to be worn at any time
Rugby
Training and Playing Uniform Requirements
Training – students must wear their ‘program shirt’ to training.
Games – students must wear:
St Peters ‘program shirt’ and then get changed into your Rugby jersey
Mouthguard (mandatory)
Long St Peters maroon socks
Joggers/sneakers MUST be worn at all times – NO slides or thongs are to be worn at any time
Chess
Students are to wear their formal uniform to their matches.
ST PETERS STUDENT SPECTATORS ON GAMEDAYS
Should any St Peters student be attending a St Peters sporting event/game outside of normal College hours, they are expected to be dressed in St Peters formal uniform. Should a student not be wearing the correct attire when attending a sporting event/game, they may be asked to leave the venue.
WET WEATHER AND CANCELLATIONS
With regards to wet weather and any unforeseen or potential cancellations of AIC sports, please ensure that you check the school app for notifications and alerts. We will endeavour to keep everyone updated on both training cancellations and game day changes as the week progresses.
Daniel Fraser Boys Sport Coordinator
Henschell Cricket – Personal Coaching Services
Digital
FTC Teams Compete at Rookie Robotics Challenge
On the weekend, three of our St Peters FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) robotics teams took part in the inaugural QLD FTC Rookie Challenge, hosted at Grace College. This event was designed to give valuable drive time and match experience to newer team members. A key rule of the competition was that each drive team had to include at least one rookie in every match, ensuring hands-on opportunities for all participants.
We are thrilled to announce that two of our teams, #11505 Flaming Galahs and #11505 Flaming Tacos, were part of the winning alliance—an impressive result that reflects their teamwork and adaptability.
A big congratulations also goes to #25827 Flaming Marshmallows, who showed determination and persistence throughout the day, working continuously to improve their robot and their performance.
This event was a fantastic opportunity for our rookie members to build confidence, develop skills, and strengthen team dynamics as we continue the FTC season.
Simon Canfield Digital (Robotics) Coordinator FTC National Steering Committee
Community
Staff Spotlight: Gold Medal Achievement
Congratulations to Anngela Rigby (Lower Primary Teacher Assistant) and her Netball team on winning the Gold Medal at the recent Barrier Reef Masters Games in Cairns.
After an impressive 19 games over three days, Anngela’s team triumphed in a thrilling one-point victory over the previously undefeated gold medal favourites. A remarkable achievement—well done!
Second Hand Uniform Shop – End of Term 2 Update
Please note that the Second Hand Uniform Shop is now closed for the remainder of Term 2, as our volunteers will be attending the Homeless Connect event.
The shop will reopen on Thursday 17 July and will operate every Thursday during Term 3 from 8:00am – 11:30am.
Kindly note, we are unable to accept returns or exchanges. If you are unsure of sizing, we recommend visiting Shop 45 to confirm sizes prior to purchasing.
