Open Morning and Alumni Reunion - Saturday 14 March
Open Morning
Our upcoming Open Morning will be bigger than ever, with many of our student leaders guiding visitors around our campus. Students are encouraged to sign up to help out on the day. The Open Morning will run from 9am-12pm this year and we anticipate lots of families taking the opportunity to see our stunning campus.
Alumni Reunion
Do you know any Newhaven students who graduated in 1986, 1996, 2006 and 2016? We warmly invite all students from those graduating years (whether they graduated or not) to attend their Alumni Reunion from 10am-12pm on Saturday 14 March. The event will start with a complimentary morning tea, followed by a guided tour around campus.
More information about these important dates on the College calendar will be shared via SEQTA and online.
Updated Morning Bus Timetables
We have experienced ongoing issues this year with late bus arrivals at the College each morning, which have affected the timely start of the school day for our students.
After carefully reviewing the schedule and working closely with our bus company to minimise disruption, we will be adjusting morning bus timetables forward by 5 minutes, whilst the Inverloch–Pound Creek and Tarwin–Kilcunda routes will move forward by 10 minutes.
These new morning timetables will take effect from Wednesday, 11 March – the day after parent-teacher interviews.
Revised bus schedules are now available for parents to review on our website, link below:-
We understand that even small changes to daily routines can require adjustment and sincerely appreciate your support in ensuring that students are at their stops ready for collection at the revised times. This change will help ensure that students arrive at school punctually, settled, and ready for the start of learning each day.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact:
- Mrs Cath Huther, Head of Junior School
- Mr Ralph Arceo, Head of Middle School
- Mr Brett Torstonson, Head of Senior School
Tony Corr
Principal
SEISA Summer Sports Captains
A new year brings new opportunities and new responsibilities. Whilst Year 12 leadership portfolios were decided last year, further leadership responsibilities were offered and snapped up by Senior students this week, with the onset of the summer sport season.
This year’s summer SEISA Sports Captains are:
Boys’ Basketball – Griffin Hamley
Boys’ Tennis – Mitchell White
Girls’ Tennis – Kordelia Kossena (Year 11)
Girls’ Netball – Jasira Derham
Cricket – Harry Arceo
Softball – Tilly Stecher
Surfing – Finlay Cameron
I would like to congratulate each of the leaders listed above and look forward to seeing them inspire their teams throughout the summer SEISA season.
Brett Torstonson
Head of Senior School
College Charity Fundraiser
Bake Sale
Wow, what a delicious effort! Our recent bake sale was a huge success, raising an incredible $1,333.70 for Carrie's Beanies for Brain Cancer. Our school community should be very proud of this achievement. A massive thank you to every student, family, and staff member who contributed. What a great way to start the year! Check out the photos below.
‘Dress Up as One of Your Teachers’ Day
Get ready for one of the best days of the school year! On the last day of Term 1, Thursday 2 April, students are invited to come dressed up as one of their teachers! Teachers, consider yourselves warned (and possibly flattered). We kindly ask that anyone who dresses up bring a gold coin to contribute to our school charity. More details to come soon, so stay tuned!
Easter Raffle
Exciting news! We are launching an Easter Raffle as our next big fundraiser event! Tickets will be on sale soon and will be available to purchase until the end of term, with the winners to be drawn at lunchtime on the final day of term (same day as teacher dress up!). As usual, all profits will be donated to the 2026 school charity, Carrie’s Beanies for Brain Cancer. It’s the perfect way to get into the Easter spirit while supporting our school community. We have some pretty fantastic prizes up for grabs, don’t miss your chance to win! Keep an eye out for more information.
Donations to Carrie's Beanies for Brain Cancer are welcome at any time via our own fundraising page.
Harry Arceo, Kadek Humphris, Isabel Mahon, Tilly Stecher
College Captains
College Captains
Our College Captains - Issy Mahon, Kadek Humphris, Harry Arceo and Tilly Stecher - have received their official Captain’s blazer pockets.
All four are already demonstrating strong leadership and setting a wonderful example for younger students.
Come to Maths Club
Need a hand with your maths homework, preparing for a test, or catching up on topics you’ve missed? Maths Club is the perfect place to get support, strengthen your skills, and study in a friendly, relaxed environment.
Our Maths teachers will be on hand each week to guide you, answer questions, and catch you up on work you have missed. We’re also lucky to have some of last year’s high‑achieving Year 12 students joining us to share their tips, explanations, and study strategies.
When: Every Wednesday 3:30 pm – 4:45 pm
Where: Senior School Room 2
Everyone is welcome, come along, bring your questions, and make your maths learning a little easier (and even enjoyable!).
Melinda Kelly
Mathematics and Numeracy Leader
Baking Club
We welcome students from Year 7 to 12 to participate in our Newhaven College Baking Club. Each Blue Wednesday throughout Semester 1, we will bake a variety of recipes, sweet and savoury. Using some of these for our SRC Fundraisers, and some to be brought home and enjoyed. Beginning on Wednesday 4 March, 3.30pm.
Please note that spaces are limited due to kitchen size and staffing.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to get in touch - aisling.fagan@newhavencol.vic.edu.au
Aisling Fagan
Art Club
Art Club is up and running again!
It will be held every blue Wednesday at lunchtime in the Middle School art room from 1:45pm to 2:20pm.
Students from Years 5 to 12 are welcome to attend. Visual Arts Captain Elsa Osabutey and Ms Suidgeest will be running the sessions. They have some fun activities planned!
So come and join us if you want to get involved in activities or if you just want to work on your own thing. Can’t wait to see you there!
Elsa Osabutey
Visual Arts Captain
Aoife Sings at Superbikes
Newhaven College Music Captain, 2026, Aoife O'Connell was given the honour of singing the Australian National Anthem to open last weekend's World Superbike Championships, WorldSBK.
Although it had started to rain, Aoife gave it her all. Her performance was seen around the globe.
Watch Aoife's performance:Matthew Goss
Director of Music
Red & Yellow Day
On Wednesday this week, Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA) launched the very first national Red & Yellow Day, a nationwide celebration of the volunteers who dedicate their time, energy, and courage to keeping Australia’s beaches safe. Many of our staff and students are Life Savers at local beaches around Phillip Island and Bass Coast. They were invited to wear their Life Saving uniforms to school on Wednesday to celebrate Red & Yellow Day 2026.
Year 10 student Scarlette Hill was one of those who proudly wore her uniform.
Spoonbill Cafe
Every Friday, Spoonbill Cafe is open to parents, friends and staff. Located in the College Pavilion, there is nothing better than looking out over the green oval with a hot cuppa. Come along and sample Lachie Gale's own delicious Sun House Coffee Roasters brand. Tomorrow there will be a limited supply of delicious scones available, baked by students from the Baking Club.
Spoonbill Cafe offer a 50c discount for squeaky clean keep cups and 25c from each purchase will be donated to the Year 12 charity, Carrie's Beanies for Brain Cancer. Please be sure to drop your children off to school before visiting the cafe.
Open every Friday from 8am-10am. Come along!
Parents and Friends Association (PFA) Report
The PFA has a busy and exciting month ahead with several wonderful opportunities for our school community to connect, get involved and have some fun together!
PFA Information Meeting – Friday 6 March 2026
This Friday, at 2pm in the school boardroom, we’ll be holding an information meeting to share what the PFA is all about, the events proposed for the year ahead and how you can get involved. Whether you’re interested in joining the committee or helping organise an event, we would love to see you.
School Open Morning – Saturday 14 March 2026
On the Open Morning, we’ll be running the BBQ and food stall with popcorn and snow cones. It’s always a fantastic day showcasing our school to prospective families. If you have an hour or two to spare, we’d greatly appreciate your help. You can sign up to volunteer here.
Outdoor Movie Night – Friday 20 March
Our much-anticipated Outdoor Movie Night is coming up on Friday, 20 March! Bring a blanket, chair or beanbag and settle in on the oval to watch Lilo and Stitch (2025) on the big screen under the stars.
There will be a BBQ and food stalls with popcorn and snow cones available on the night, though you’re very welcome to bring your own picnic if you prefer. We’ll also be running a licensed bar for the adults (please note this is strictly no BYO alcohol).
You will also be able to visit our Second Hand Uniform stall, where you can pick up quality items at bargain prices.
Tickets for the movie night are $5 and are available now via TryBooking.
We are also seeking volunteers to help on the night. If you’re able to assist, please sign up here.
Your support makes events like this possible!
PFA AGM – Monday 30 March
To round out the month, our Annual General Meeting will be held at 2pm on Monday, 30 March. We warmly invite you to attend if you’re interested in being part of the PFA in a more formal capacity.
March truly is a big month for our PFA, and we’re looking forward to seeing many of you at these events. As always, any questions can be sent to newhaven.pfa@gmail.com
Angel Chambers
President | Parents and Friends Association
