The first Belconnen Network Disability Expo was held on Wednesday the 25 September and was a fantastic success with a great turnout. This was a great initiative for us, along with Hawker College and Melba Copland, aimed at supporting students in years 10, 11 and 12 to explore future pathways. It showcased around 25 support services and providers ready to assist our young people in achieving their life and career goals, and building their wellbeing and sense of belonging and contribution to the community. The families, community groups and providers in attendance spoke glowingly of the event. Thank you to all our families and students who took the time to attend the event, it was lovely to see you all.

We were thrilled to welcome a very special visitor - alumni Marianna Tolo!

Tolo is an Australian Basketball legend, a mainstay of the Opals and the Canberra Capitals, and she is a 3 time Olympian and Paris Olympics Bronze medallist!

She was one of our students in 2006/07, and she recently spent time with our current students, many of whom hope to follow in her footsteps. While here, she also signed her 'Hall of Fame' poster. Students had the opportunity to ask questions about her career, how to balance life as a professional athlete and how she has maintained elite levels of fitness and endurance. They were even fortunate enough to be able to hold the Bronze medal, an experience they will never forget. Thanks for visiting, Marianna!

Congratulations to Amelia Tattam, year 12 student, for recently receiving the Order of Australia Association award for Outstanding Community Leadership and Citizenship! Her remarkable accomplishments at our college and beyond are making the world a better place!