Passing the Light 2023

Acknowlegement of Country

We welcome you to the beautiful campuses of Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School, both Mahers Lane and Sunshine Avenue. We thank you for taking this time to learn with us and we acknowledge those learned people who have walked and taught on this land for many thousands of years, the Bunjalung people. This place has always been a place of learning and we trust it will always be so.

We acknowledge and pay tribute to leaders past and present for the lessons they have taught us and continue to share with us. We recognise and pay our respects to those emerging leaders in our community.

Our school here on the land of the Bunjalung people is named after the island of Lindisfarne which lies close to another Tweed River which forms the border between Scotland and England. As with our community and the people who have lived and taught on this country before, the monks on this island had as their guiding ethos: respect: an appreciation for all, to leave an honourable legacy for all who followed; compassion: to build genuine relationships through generosity of spirit and care; and wisdom: to gain the understanding which comes from learning.

We continue to travel on this land with compassion, wisdom and respect.

First Thought

“When you find your path, you must not be afraid. You need to have sufficient courage to make mistakes. Disappointment, defeat, and despair are the tools God uses to show us the way.”

To the class of 2023, thank you for your legacy.

Kate Cornell Head of Senior School

Authentic Harmonious Ambitious

Our Mission

Started by the Class of 2019, Passing the Light is now a tradition, a gift from each graduating class of Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School containing memories and the collective wisdom of their experiences. This is a magazine filled with pieces written by the Year 12 cohort of 2023.

We hope that you find inspiration, comfort and knowledge in our journey and hope you are guided by the light we have left behind from our time as Lindisfarne students.

The Class of 2023.

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Our Team

Contributors: Principal Stuart Marquardt, The Reverend Constantine Osuchukwu, Kate Cornell, Communication Prefects: Jacinta Kieffer, Amity Chaffey, School Captains: Gracie Lynch, Trishul Sivabalan, Zia Mowbray, Callum McNicoll, Year 12 students; Bailey Keay, Saharah Scalas, Caio Sousa, Emily Kearney, Sabina Dempsey, Amity Chaffey, Jesse Freier, Harry Davison-Long, Brodie McDowell, Annie Hammond, Rupert Fahy, Jacinta Kieffer, Olivia Copeland, Naiya Boschma-Wagner, Yasmin Scott, Ruby Stante, Tate Marquardt, Kai Croft, Baxter Fitzgerald, Keeley Hughes, Addison Born, Lucinda Joyce, Jack Furness and Mia McKinley.

Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School

Phone: +617 5590 5099

Email: reception@lindisfarne.nsw.edu.au

Mailing: PO Box 996, Banora Point NSW 2486

Website: www.lindisfarne.nsw.edu.au

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CONTENTS CONTENTS

We pay our respects to the land of the Bundjalung people with tribute to leaders past and present for the lessons they share with us.

Our Head of Senior School leaves words of wisdom to the 2023 Year 12 students.

Some of our Foundation students share their favourite primary school memories.

The importance of listening to yourself and taking care of your mental health.

Principal Mr Marquardt farewells the 2023 cohort and looks back on all that they have achieved throughout their years at Lindisfarne.

The Wellbeing team give their reviews on the best Podcasts that focus on looking after your mental health.

The Reverend Constantine farewells the students and encourges them to reach for the stars and strive to make the world a better place.

The 2023 School Captains reflect on their time as the leaders of the student body and the effect it had on them.

Speaking up for the voiceless and speaking out against those who wish to silence others.

What our food selections really say about us... read on if you dare!

‘Bahna’ means to stand up, rise up and emerge. We hear from some students who have been a part of the reopening of the cafe.

Extracurricular activities play a significant role in secondary school experiences. Finding your right one is the key to a healthy school/life balance.

We gain insight from two students who were involved in the formation of a new co-curricular program during their time at Lindisfarne.

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All the tips needed to navigate the secondary years successfully.

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The valuable connections formed throughout school are the ones to cherish forever.

Sport has a positive impact on mental health and overall wellbeing. Physical activity is a natural stress reliever with the ability to stimulate the release of ‘feel good’ hormones.

Students provide advice to study smarter!

In the heart of Lindisfarne, a school known for its sports passion, a rivalry unlike any other has taken centre stage.

Hear how the students of 2023 have evolved over the years and hear about their favourite memories 80

The staff of Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School share their words of wisdom and farwewell messages to the cohort.

We share some of the art pieces from the Year 12 Visual Arts students.

Farewell from the Principal

To the class of 2023,

It is not easy bidding farewell to a remarkable group of young people who have successfully navigated their way through 13 years of formal schooling. Your graduation from Year 12 signifies not just the closure of a substantial chapter in your lives but also the beginning of a new and exciting adventure.

Over the years, I have had the privilege of watching you grow and evolve into the remarkable individuals you are today. From the first day you stepped into our school, to the last steps you will take up the centre stairs, you have shown considerable dedication, resilience, and a thirst for knowledge that is inspiring.

As you stand on the threshold of the world beyond the school gates, I want to take a moment to reflect on the journey you have undertaken, a journey notably marked by your resilience in the face of a global pandemic, COVID-19. Throughout your years at school, you have encountered a multitude of challenges, not least of which was navigating the complexities of a world in the throes of a pandemic. However, it’s through confronting these very challenges that you’ve demonstrated significant growth. Whether it entailed conquering intricate mathematics, conducting scientific experiments, expressing your creative talents through the arts, or delving into the intricacies of the human experience through literature and history, you have consistently shown your commitment to learning.

It is important to remember that your education extends beyond the classroom. You have developed essential life skills - teamwork, leadership, time management, and problem-solving - which will serve you well in the years to come. These skills are the foundation upon which you will build your future.

As the class of 2023 you have left a positive mark on our school community through your involvement in the arts, sports, clubs, and community service projects, and through your exemplary leadership. Your dedication to making our school and the world a better place is testament to the strength of your character, and I have no doubt that you will continue to be positive agents of change in the local, national and international communities in which you will live. Finishing school is not just an end; it is a new beginning.

As you venture into the world beyond School, remember that the road ahead may not always be smooth, but it is the challenges and obstacles that will shape you into the incredible individuals you are becoming. Embrace every opportunity that comes your way, and never stop pursuing your dreams. Your potential is limitless.

I want to leave you with a quote by Eleanor Roosevelt: “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” So, dream big and believe in yourselves. Have the courage to chase those dreams. Remember that success is not measured by material wealth or fame but by the impact you make on the lives of others and the fulfilment you find in your own lives.

And always remember that “you never actually leave a school like Lindisfarne, you just stop attending every day.”

May God bless you, guide you and lift you up in the years ahead.

With deep appreciation and respect.

Stuart Marquardt Principal

Chaplain’sFarewell

Dear Students,

Congratulations on completing your secondary school education at Lindisfarne! It’s a special privilege and a huge accomplishment to have come thus far in your educational journey. Never take it for granted that so many around the world cannot access such a high quality education that has been your experience in our school. Permit me to offer you a few pieces of advice as you enter this new phase of your life’s journey:

You are fearfully and wonderfully made by God (Psalm 139:14)

Wherever the future takes you, I hope and pray that you’ll always remember that you are loved by God recklessly, purely, unconditionally and freely. This has been the underpinning message of your education at Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School. In a world that can sometimes make you feel worthless and inadequate, never ever forget the love of God revealed in the person of Jesus Christ who loved us to the end without end (cf. John 13:1). Allow God to accompany you in your life’s journey and you will not be disappointed.

God has a purpose for your life

Your time at Lindisfarne has enriched your life with so many important values and holistic education. Besides, your time with us has enabled you to discover your strengths, gifts and talents, as well as your foibles and weaknesses. In spite of these, always remember that your life has a purpose and that you’re not an accident of history. The Bible says that “we’re God’s masterpiece, created in Christ Jesus to do good works” (Ephesians 2:10).

You can make a difference

“We are born originals”, blessed Carlo Acutis said, “but many die as photocopies.” Never settle for mediocrity, but always reach for the stars and strive to make the world a better place. Your education at Lindisfarne has equipped you to go and make a difference beyond our gates. Wherever you are, look for opportunities to serve and to love. For “those who bring sunshine to the lives of others”, James M. Barrie said, “cannot keep it from themselves.”

Remember always these profound words of Etienne de Grellet, Quaker Missionary, who wrote: “I shall pass this way but once; any good that I can do or any kindness I can show to any human being; let me do it now. Let me not defer nor neglect it, for I shall not pass this way again.”

Above all, thank you for your immense contribution to our school’s history, and we look forward to hearing about your successes, adventures and contributions to the betterment of society and humanity.

Go with the grace of God and with his blessing and protection, as well as with our love, prayers, and good wishes.

The Reverend Constantine Osuchukwu Chaplain

Making a Positive Impact empowering leadership:

LLeadershipfor us has not just been a role allocated to us, or just a position to receive guidance and support others. It has been an opportunity to express our ideas, collaborate, engage with students and staff and become more connected to the wider school community. We have strived to create change to truly benefit the education and support of others. We have had the privilege to speak on behalf of the student body and effect real change, as well as aid in the initiatives of others, helping facilitate the incredible ideas of others to become tangible actions. This year we have attempted to change the SRC to become more inclusive so we hope this continues to change and adapt in the future to shift to the needs of the students. Additionally, each of us were fortunate enough to host both Men’s and Women’s Mental Health Day events which we hope becomes a tradition that can help young adults in our school reach out and share their stories.

As you may have seen, alongside Mr Ryan Murphy’s production team, we have established a social platform to update students and staff on recent events, excursions, extra curricular and other achievements of the School community. This process has allowed us to see the different aspects of running a team, leading, organising, supporting and most importantly communicating. Communication has become a strong point of our team this year, not only within ourselves but also in organinsing events alongside a wide range of staff and mentors, in particular Mrs Kate Cornell. We would like to thank you for your guidance throughout this year and can honestly say that we will miss our fortnightly meetings, as it became a space where we were able to initiate change as well as strengthen connections which extended to others facets of our leadership journey.

It is the core values of Lindisfarne; Compassion, Wisdom and Respect, and that of our Year 12 cohort; Supportive, Inclusive and Connected, that guided our actions this year, developing into an ethos that

we believe every person, labelled leader or not, should live by. It is this ethos we hope to leave with every person reading this article, as these key values create a level of consideration and appreciation every person and problem deserves to be held to.

The impact this past year has had on us all are monumental, and we will keep striving to make a positive difference long after we take our last steps up the steep staircases of this school. The support, connections and enthusiasm of our peers, teachers and other members of the community have been integral to the actions we were able to complete, and we hope we have reflected the character of those around us to better them in return. This opportunity to lead has had pivotal effects on us as we have navigated responsibilities, inititaives and relationships, making us grow in ways we never imagined.

When we look to the Year 11 students, and all future leaders of our school, we can’t help but get excited for all that they are about to undergo. All of the highs and lows string together to form the fabric of our rich experience, and we have found that, in time, you learn to appreciate every moment because you can’t fathom anything different. Reflecting on the four students we were a year ago, we remember the mix of emotions the younger students feel daily, mainly the unease of all that is yet to come. For them we give the advice to slow down and enjoy every moment, to make friends and prioritise deep connections with those that add to your life, and to take every opportunity possible. This chapter of our lives is more temporary than we had realised, and as we start dreaming of all that will be, we cannot deny the honour that has been our time at Lindisfarne and experience as your 2023 School and Vice Captains. We know everything we have learnt here will keep us grounded as we grow further, and we wish all the best to each member of this amazing community.

Gracie Lynch, Trishul Sivabalan, Zia Mowbray and Callum McNicoll

INDOMITABLE IRIDESCENCE INDOMITABLE IRIDESCENCE

Before I begin, I should make some clarifications. This little message of mine may come off as rather specific and directed at a certain audience, but what I wish to impart is certainly applicable to any and everyone, just directed to where my personal voice guides it. So, before I begin with my main message, I leave you all with this. No matter what sets you apart from the crowd, whether that be your race, your religion, your cultural background or any other intricacy, I want you to take these words to heart. Even if you truly believe yourself to be average and ordinary (which I can guarantee you are not, you just need to find your uniqueness), I still want you to take these words to heart. You are loved, just the way you are, and you should never try to

change what makes you intrinsically “you” for the world. You are valid, just the way you are, and anyone saying otherwise is wrong, and not worth your valuable time or energy. Be kind, above all else. Look out for your friends, your family and those who may have no one else looking out for them. Speak up for the voiceless and speak out against those who wish to silence others. And most importantly, as long as you live your life just the way you want, without bringing harm to others in the process, you are living the best life you possibly can. If you take nothing else from this little spiel, take these words to heart. Nurture them in your spiritual garden, and share the fruits of your labour with the world. In the end, that’s all we ask for a better world......

And a better world is what we desperately need right now. 2023 has been an overwhelming and draining year for lots of people - and I’m not just talking about the stresses of Year 12. Globally, the steady progress towards queer inclusivity and equality that has been occurring over the 21st century has not just paused but has arguably regressed in many parts of the world. The constant hatred perpetuated by media, extremist groups and the vocal minority filled with an unregulated loathing for these people simply trying to live their lives has caused a cataclysmic rise in anxiety and fear for the future for young queer people across the globe.

While our generation should be celebrating this freedom to express ourselves in a way that would have been unthinkable 40 years ago, we instead find ourselves doing everything possible to keep this progression anchored in the present as that hateful minority tries to drag us back. It’s exhausting, and while I (as much as anyone) wants to keep the fight going to ensure our place on this Earth and the place of future generations… it’s impossible to keep this up without feeling an overwhelming sense of dread. But, this is where I need to appeal to those people - my people, rather. It’s not all bleak. No matter how much the darkness may take hold over the world around you, influencing your emotional state as the horrors of the world converge around you… light always slips through the cracks.

To my fellow queer people reading this - now, or in the future after some glorious self-discovery - everything will be OK. You’re a part of the greatest and strongest family you will ever be a part of. A family that spans the world, that’s present in every facet of life. No matter where you go, someone who understands your struggles, your strength, your inner beauty and your battleswherever they may be fought - will be there. Take solace in that fact. Even when the world feels like it’s winning and you feel isolated beyond reason, you are never alone. And along the way, there is so much to love and to indulge in this world - those things that resonate with you on a level that transcends known emotions, that can’t necessarily be describe, just felt. And these are the things that will keep you going.

Personally, I find myself constantly motivated and comforted by the Ancient Greek myth of Achilles and Patroclus, in its myriad of storytelling forms. Whether that be across the ancient parchment of Homer, telling grandiose tales revolutionary for their time and beyond, within the modernised, equal parts passionate and bittersweet prose of Miller, or the tale of forgiveness found within the rich underworld of Kasavin’s creation, the message I draw always remains the same. These warriors, caught in the bloodiest war seen thus far in history, found their warmth within each other. And the world could throw anything at them, but they’d surpass it all, together. Intertwined in life as they were in the sweet release of death, with the Stygian river weaving their spirits together in its unending flow, ensuring that they remain together beyond the mortal coil. Within their mythos, I - and

I’m sure, many other people - find the strength to be unwaveringly, undeniably themselves - which brings me neatly to the title of this little excerpt.

“Indomitable Iridescence” may just seem like an excuse to show off some big, fancy Extension English words, but I promise, it will make sense soon. “Indomitable” is defined as “impossible to subdue or defeat”, while “Iridescence” is defined as “a lustrous rainbowlike play of colour caused by differential refraction of light waves that tends to change as the angle of view changes” - like how the colour of a bubble shifts in the sunlight. And that Indomitable Iridescence is great. It’s sheer beauty, everchanging and individual, with another new intricacy to appreciate when you find another perspective. It’s boundless strength, the resilience to bounce back from whatever impedes you, to fight for those who need it and to fight against those who would bring you down. It’s an undying queer voice, a voice that always existed throughout the eons of time, one that will live on as we humans live on, and it’s the comforting knowledge that those that try to silence it will never succeed.

That’s why Pride Month, Wear it Purple Day, the Lindisfarne Gender-Sexuality Alliance and so many other amazing movements are so essential to the benefit of humanity. There will always be an Indomitable Iridescence, and humanity would suffer without it. So live long, live a life filled with love for those around you and the world we live in. Celebrate your voice, queer or otherwise, and bolster those who have stories to share with the universe. Create a future, brighter than the bleakness surrounding us today. Shatter the sorrow with joy, pure unbridled joy, and if anyone tries to silence that song of yours? Just sing it louder.

Remember: Love is love. Trans rights are human rights. And you - yes, you, reading this right now - are an amazing, fabulous and brilliant human. You are going to succeed at everything you wish to achieve. You are going to do great things. And as long as you live a life that shares kindness with yourself and others, you are living that life correctly. Be good to each other, find your people, the people that celebrate you and love you for who you are. And most importantly, show your Indomitable Iridescence to the world.

Bailey Keay

by Jacinta Kieffer

HSC Visual Arts work

What CanteenyourOrder says about you!

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MILO CUP

You know what’s up, you are confident, and you have it all going on. Works best if you put it on a cookie and make an ice cream sandwich. You probably attempt to skip Homeroom but get called out by a teacher to go to class. You also take this confidence into the Assembly without wearing a blazer and end up getting an S1.

Rating: 8/10

HASH BROWN

You’re living for the Maccas bliss but it never meets up to your high expectations with the sogginess. Put it in a ham and cheese croissant or egg and bacon roll and you’re winning in life. You didn’t drop Advanced Math and regret life but at least you got your soggy hash brown. You’re definitely the kid who got told to move seats in Assembly.

Rating: 6/10

MARS BAR

You’ve had a long day you need that intense sugar hit. It works best if you eat it through class otherwise you leave it in your bag and it melts EVERYWHERE. You’re a very fun person to be around, always up for a good time. You probably have an ‘almond mum’ and this is your only access to sugar that doesn’t come from fruit. You probably don’t use a school bag, and alternately use a tote.

Rating: 8/10

CHICKEN AND CORN SOUP

You feel bad for the soup so you brave it out, expensive, but not too bad, but you accept it. Although it usually ends up being an ingredient in a witch’s potion with mud and other people’s leftovers. Whenever your parents go away on holiday they probably leave you with your grandparents where all you get fed is sausages and mashed potatoes.

Rating: 4/10

SEA SALT CHIPS

You’re very basic. You most likely own a pair of white Air Force 1s and have brown hair that you claim is dirty blonde. You’re probably failing English but are really good at geography and you enjoy listening to Ed Sheeran.

Rating: 4/10

SPRING ROLLS

If you choose spring rolls you’re feeling exotic. You were early enough to the Canteen to claim one. They slap at the start - for about 4 months, after that, you become sick of them and can’t stand spring rolls. You probably have a crack somewhere on your laptop but never got it fixed.

(The best sauce combo is soy sauce with sweet chilli sauce)

Rating: 7/10

APPLE

BEEF PIE

You’re either a footy boy, a wanna-be tradie, or you’re very brave to deal with the hot temperature of the filling - there’s no in-between. You most likely had a bad experience with an eshay and used to own a pair of high-top Converse. You always wear a hat inside and get asked to take it off by Mr Leach. You have probably been told to go outside of the classroom because you’re too disruptive.

Rating: 5/10

CHICKEN NUGGETS

If you’re 13 years and older buying chicken nuggets, you probably have no idea what you want to do after school and you probably shower once a week. You most likely wear Asics and have a fringe. The sogginess eventually gets you and you finally grow out of your nappy.

Rating: 3/10

If you buy any kind of fruit from the Canteen you either really wanted to eat healthily but didn’t have anything at home or you’re gluten, dairy, and sugarfree - no in between. You also probably ride horses and wear old vans with broken laces and whiteout pens all over them.

Rating: 2/10

CHICKEN WINGS

It burnt your butt off the first time you tried it. You expect yourself to conquer the spice but get hit by a truck with reality. You probably fake tan and come to school with orange hands. You also are really good at short-distance running but can’t stand anything over 800m.

Rating: 5/10

POWERADE

You need energy, drink half, feel sick, get a headachesugar high crashes and it becomes an extra thing to carry in your bag that usually stays there for a week. We need a better variety of flavours. You most likely are in the Matt Fydler Sports Academy but don’t play sports anymore.

Rating: 6/10

You can’t change our minds on this!

Saharah Scalas and Caio Sousa

‘Bahna’ means to rise, stand up, and emerge.

Thereopening of the Bahna Cafe has been quite a long time coming for Lindisfarne but we are happy to say that cohort of 2023 was successfully able to run a fully operational student cafe with guidance from Mrs Myers, Mrs McDonald and Mr Dwyer. The opportunity given to the cohort at the end of Year 11 was taken up by many, and while our numbers have dwindled, a group of students have been trained to run the cafe weekly. As the year has progressed we have moved from one day a week to opening twice on Fridays as well as recess on Tuesday. Plus even offering breakfast options for our loyal teacher and student customers. We were also able to purchase a brand new coffee machine for the cafe, which has made our lives much easier. The support from the School as well as Ground Control Coffee to purchase this, was very appreciated by all the baristas.

We would like to thank Mrs Myers for showing us her vision and assisting us in setting up and continuing the cafe. Mrs McDonald and Mr Dwyer, who have given up so much of their own time, never missing an opening, and guiding us through every step of running the cafe. There presence there, every time, made the experience so much easier for all who worked as some days were hectic and their

expertise was much appreciated. With Mr Dwyer’s barista abilities, we have all learnt many new skills that we are now able to carry with us into the world outside of school.

For us, running the Bahna Cafe has been a way to get to know one another, the teachers, and contribute to something beyond ourselves. It has been such a fun way to start our mornings and it’s so nice to see our repeat customers come in to enjoy a coffee, and a chat. This experience has been great for us to learn lifelong skills, give back to the School and grow together.

The Year 12s involved in the cafe have consistently shown their devotion to ensure that the cafe is kept smoothly running. We know that the 2024 cohort will carry on the Bahna Cafe and it will continue to grow and become an enduring legacy of our year.

Emily Kearney and Sabina Dempsey

What’s Your Cup of Tea?

Iamsure that at one point, you have been told how demanding and strenuous secondary school can be, especially in Year 12. Whilst this is undoubtedly true, I have found that there are ways to make this experience enjoyable instead of purely stressful. I have reflected on this most significantly now that I am in my final year of school, which has led me to reminisce on the opportunities I took up and the ones I regret passing by.

The truth is, secondary school doesn’t just have to be hard work. Our school provides many opportunities for students to explore new hobbies and facets of life to make high school more than just work. Without sounding preachy, I encourage you all to make the most of these opportunities so you will have precious memories to look back on years after you walk up the stairs for the last time.

Extracurricular activities have played a significant role in my high school experience. I involved myself in the school choir and debating teams, along with a few years of commitment to netball and public speaking. Obviously, these activities won’t be everyone’s cup of tea, but that is the message I am trying to convey. Find your cup of tea. It may take a bit of searching through different brands and brews, but there are so many options out there for you to search through.

There is something there for you, whether physically, socially, musically or academically inclined. Don’t forget the amazing things that are there for you to do. High school doesn’t just have to be spent in classrooms writing essays and maths equations - although there are certainly extracurriculars for those who like this, for example, the Maths and Science Olympiads and the Write a Book in a Day Competition. It is important to break up your day. Have those things you can look forward to when you wake up, the things you can tell your loved ones about when they ask you how your day was.

So, how do you find that perfect cup of tea? I believe the most successful way is to think about what makes you happy. In my case, I always enjoyed singing, and I found that public speaking wasn’t as daunting for me as it seemed to be for others. This led me to discover choir and debating, which I have eagerly participated in throughout high school. But what if you don’t know what makes you happy?

My answer: Try everything and anything. I wouldn’t know that I would like choir and debating if I didn’t sign up. Give it a go for a season. The worst that can happen is that it is not your cup of tea. And if that is the case, tip it out and brew a different one.

Amity Chaffey

Work by Khaya Wigley

LEAVING A LEGACY LEAVING A LEGACY

Lindisfarne

Rugby Journey

We gain insight from two students who were involved in the formation of a new co-curricular program during their time at Lindisfarne and get their insights as to how Rugby, or any cocurricular activity, can help you through the final years of study.

Asour schooling years come to a close, we sadly farewell this year’s remarkable chapter of schoolboy rugby at Lindisfarne, easy to say these were the best parts of my schooling career. Having the privilege to lead this group and watch our team grow is a great source of pride and gratitude. Looking back at where we began, in February 2022, and comparing it to the triumphs we celebrate today, it’s clear that we have transformed not just a program, but ourselves.

For these past couple of years, the Lindisfarne Rugby Program has seen exceptional growth and improvement. From a challenging start, where we faced tough matches and gruelling defeats, we’ve evolved into a force to be reckoned with. Here we now stand, at the pinnacle of our success, having clinched the Division 2 Ballymore Cup. The journey wasn’t without its trials, but it’s those very challenges that have moulded us into the brotherhood we are today and provided us with the success we have enjoyed this year. As well as success at the Ballymore Cup, winning both regional and zone finals to make the 7s State Finals in Sydney and winning the inaugural Len Diett Shield for Far North Coast Schools.

The success of the Rugby Program is not limited to on-field wins. It has provided all of the players with the opportunity to develop personally, grow and mature. We have been sculpted by the lessons, the camaraderie, and the unrelenting spirit that defines our team. I’ve learnt that rugby isn’t just about wins and losses, it’s about the resilience and character it instils in us. Being able to accept and reflect on our losses is just as important as celebrating our successes.

Today, as a First XV player we are not just walking off this field victorious; we’re leaving behind a proud legacy. A legacy that future players can build upon, one that showcases the dedication, determination, and passion that defines Lindisfarne rugby, hopefully for generations to come.

My gratitude extends to our coaches Dr Joseph Coyne, Mr Mick Hall, Mr Sam Dick and Mr Robbie Barone who have tirelessly guided us and pushed us to exceed our limits and reach new heights. To our parents and supporters, your unwavering cheers from the sidelines have been our driving force. As we say goodbye to this final chapter at Lindisfarne, let’s take the lessons learnt, the memories made and the bonds forged into the world, knowing that we have the strength to overcome any challenge that comes our way. This strength and resilience has made us stronger, early morning training, long bus trips and the learnings from wins and losses. This is what the rugby program has given us and we are incredibly thankful.

It has been a privilege to be part of this incredible journey together and the future is bright for the Lindisfarne Lions because of the foundation we have laid. I look forward to returning to watch the team play and reflect on how we helped to build this for future First XV Lions.

Jesse Freier First XV Captain

Istarted in the Lindisfarne Rugby Program in 2022 in its first year. I was very impressed with the organisation and opportunity to play the sport I love in various competitions and organisations. The feeling you get when you run out in front of your own school side by side with mates is something that will last a lifetime; it is second to none.

The Rugby Program is a great way to stay active in a supportive environment through various training sessions from early morning starts and the school gym sessions during classes. I have made many cherished memories during my time in the program, especially during the famous trip to Ballymore Cup where the teams stayed at St Joseph’s Nudgee College in the boarding houses. For new players this is a brilliant opportunity to get to know your teammates and build connections with your coaches and managers.

The Rugby Program, or any co-curricular opportunity, is a great way to have a break from the academic side of Lindisfarne and a release of stress from the various tests and assessments that all students at Lindisfarne endure. If you are serious about your Rugby and want to test yourself at representative levels the school provides various opportunities to trial for schoolboy teams such as the NSWACIES which gives players the opportunity to travel to Sydney and test themselves against the best school rugby organisations. In my opinion, for me, the Rugby Program has been the best part of my time at Lindisfarne and I strongly encourage anyone who has an interest in rugby union or league to give it a crack.

Harry

Davison-Long First XV

Down Memory Lane....

Our Foundation students take a trip down memory lane, reminiscing about their favourite things that shaped their childhood and defined their Primary School years.

Amity Chaffey

My favourite primary school memory is literally anything from Miss Rolfe’s Kindergarten Turtles class. Like when she would dress up as a bee to teach spelling but pretend it wasn’t her or when I got to tap the pattern to unlock the whiteboard screen. She was such a great teacher to have for my very first year of school. I attribute my time in her class to my desire to be a teacher after I graduate.

Brodie McDowell

My favourite primary school memory would be learning to spell in the Kindigarten class with Ms Brown, when, out of nowhere she would disappear into the kitchen claiming to be going to use the toilet, before returning in an almighty bee costume that made the whole class laugh to tears. Making learning to spell with Mrs Brown a lot more fun.

Rupert Fahy

My favourite primary school memory was when school captain Gracie Lynch got married to her Year 1 sweetheart Keaton Ebbott and held a wedding on the playground the whole grade attended to. All was going well until Gracie decided to change her mind, leaving Keaton and Year 1 dissapointed as she ran away to the undercroft.

Olivia Copeland

My favourite primary school memory is learning how to spell with Ms Brown. In Kindergarten, she always found a fun way to teach us new things. When learning how to spell she would disappear into the backroom and re-emerge dressed up as a bee! The students would laugh so hard as she would waddle through the classroom. Ms Brown made every day in that class so special and fun, that I will never forget.

Jacinta Kieffer

One of my core primary school memories would have to be the pets we would look after in preschool. From guinea pigs to rabbits to baby chickens, it was always so special to have these animals in the classroom. I remember being so excited to cuddle the animals at school and would come home after preschool beaming with excitement. However, the sadness kicked in when I wasn’t allowed to take them home each day.

The fun athletics carnivals were always a highlight of my primary years, the egg and spoon races, two legged races and potato sack races always brought smiles and laughter. Mrs Arnold was always there to make sure everyone was involved, cheering us all on as we tumbled across the finish line. It was always so special when family could come along and get involved, taking photos and videos of us to look back on. I look back on all those videos now and smile, remembering all of the fun times we had.

Wellbeing and Mindfulness

The ‘How To’ Guide to Positive Self Talk and Its Power to Shift Your Mentality...

People don’t realise how much of an impact our internal self-talk has on our confidence, our growth and our mental wellbeing. Often, the personal commentary inside my head can be misleading and will constantly feed off my fears. This is how I quickly become anxious and stressed. This negative voice is limiting, unhelpful and can keep you from realising your ambitions and full potential. Contracting this voice with positive self-talk has the incredible ability to empower you, build your confidence and shift both your motivation and optimistic outlook. The key to positive self-talk and affirmations is to recognise when you are using these harmful and condemning phrases towards yourself. Recognition allows you to evaluate the negative thought that entered your mind, rationalise it and respond accordingly with affirmations of what is good about you, about things you are grateful or thankful for in your life. This is a part of the 3 C’s method, catching, checking, and changing, helping reframe yourself with a positive mindset.

The people and things you surround yourself with also impact your subconscious thoughts and feelings. Try to utilise things like social media to increase the positivity you surround yourself with by following supportive people who send out good messages. Everything you surround yourself with gets subconsciously processed, so even just scrolling through your feed and reading a small message of kindness and positivity will have resounding impacts on your mindset. Having friends that speak kindly about themselves and others is also really important, so do your best to find people who have positive mindsets. This will make it easier for you

to have one too. Also, try your best to reciprocate their positivity towards others unpromptedly. If you’re struggling to have nice thoughts about yourself, try to express more gratitude towards your loved ones, as it is usually easier to find good things about them. Hopefully, over time, this habit of finding the good in others will subconsciously be transferred to how you view yourself.

Finally, when receiving compliments or praise, it is really easy to shut down somebody else’s perception of you. Usually, when complimented, we get uncomfortable and tell them they’re wrong. This actually disregards the person’s own thoughts and feelings and can be very disrespectful, even if you’re not meaning for it to be. This also reinforces your own negative self-image, and disregards the work you may have put into something. Instead, if you struggle to accept compliments, merely thank the person for their words, or reciprocate with something positive that you may admire about them.

Afterwards, it is also good to try and see where they were coming from with an unbiased opinion. Having an open mind to things like compliments can help broaden your understanding of yourself in a positive way! If someone does compliment or praise you on something you weren’t particularly proud of, feel free to share those feelings, but ensure that you also express gratitude for their perspective.

Yasmin Scott

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PODCASTS PODCASTS

‘hot Girl Walk’

The Wellbeing team’s recommendations for ‘Hot Girl Walk’ Podcasts:

She’s On The Money

Victoria Devine gives practical financial advice in this funny, upbeat podcast. Her goal is to educate women on how to become financially independent. However, her episodes are beneficial to everyone as she discusses a wide range of topics, such as how to buy your first home, managing finances in a relationship and personal stories about horror roommates. It’s a perfect podcast for in the car or walks on the beach.

Huberman Lab

Dr. Andrew Huberman discusses everything neuroscience! As a tenured professor at Stanford School of Medicine, Dr Huberman explains how our brain and its connections with the body control our perceptions, our behaviours, and our health. He also does some really interesting episodes about the impact of taking drugs and how this affects our brain. Favourite episodes are:

• Master Stress: Tools for Managing Stress and Anxiety

• How to Enhance your Gut Microbiome for Brain and Overall Health

• Balancing Caffeine, Decision Fatique and Social Isolation

• What Alcohol Does to your Body, Brain and Health

The HSC Biology Podcast

For any Yr 12 biology student this will be your saving grace! The podcast covers all 4 modules with reference to each inquiry question. It explains the content in ways that are easy to understand and clear to follow. It can be exhausting sitting at your desk staring at your laptop, so having access to this podcast allowes you to go for a walk or to the gym and still learn. The content is often broken up with interviews from University professors or professionals in their field, for example, Lauren Mcknight from the Garvan Institute did an episode on all things genetic sequencing, profiling and genotyping. They also do awesome discussions about interesting science articles, for example, the transmissibility of Ebola and bacteria that suffocates sea stars, turning the animals to goo. The biology course is very content heavy so it’s important to find studying methods that work for you. Other biology podcasts to check out include, Biotime, Boom Biology and Teach Me Biology.

Real Pod

Victoria Browne is an inspirational online content creator, a huge mental health advocate, a TEDx talker and a former Division 1 USC volleyball player. She began by sharing her story about how she battled and overcame depression & anxiety as a student-athlete. She now shares honest, unfiltered, and eye-opening conversations with guests every Wednesday. Real Pod is both authentic and real, featuring topics such as meaning, purpose, failure, body image, depression, anxiety, insecurities, motivation, burn out and relationships. As a listener, you receive advice and inspiration to keep you going, growing, and feeling just a little less alone!

Stuff You Should Know

The title says it all! This podcast explains a variety of different things from Xenobiotics to The Mysterious Disappearance of the Franklin Expedition. This is a favourite podcast to listen to when needing a break from school when you don’t have the energy to listen to anything too intense. Some favourite episodes are:

Pterosaurs: Not flying dinosaurs

• Red Snow

• The Time Nazis Invaded Florida

• The Mystery of the Lost Amber Room

Cave Diving: Totally Nuts

• True Crime: The Phantom of Heilbronn

• Dopplegängers: Hey you, you’re me!

TEDX Shorts

This podcast creates short, eye-opening episodes about ideas from some of the world’s greatest TEDx speakers. Hosted by Atossa Leoni, TEDx SHORTS give you the chance to immerse yourself in surprising knowledge, fresh perspectives, and moving stories. Some of my favourite episodes include:

Fish sex- it’s weirder than you think

The suprisng connection between brain injuries and crime

• It’s time to rethink public health

• Humanising the refugee crisis

Zia Mowbray, Naiya Boschma-Wagner, Yasmin Scott and Ruby Stante

SurvivingSchool...

Surviving secondary school can be a challenging but rewarding experience.

Here are some tips to help you navigate these years successfully:

STAY ORGANISED:

Usea planner or digital calendar to keep track of assignments, projects, and important dates, whether it’s a job, school work, family events.

Organise your study materials and keep everything of the same subject together so you can go back to it and dont have to make new notes.

STUDY EFFECTIVELY:

Find a study method that works best for you, whether it’s flashcards, notes, or group study sessions.

Minimise distractions while studying, such as turning off your phone or finding a quiet place to work.

MANAGE YOUR TIME WISELY:

Prioritise your tasks and allocate time for studying, extracurricular activities, and relaxation. Its important to plan time with friends (park, beach, picnic) as well as time for yourself (reading, art, hobbies)

Avoid procrastination by breaking larger tasks into smaller, manageable chunks.

SEEK HELP WHEN NEEDED:

Don’t be afraid to ask teachers, tutors, or classmates for help if you’re struggling with a subject, they are all there to help you.

Reach out to a school counsellor or trusted adult if you’re dealing with emotional or personal issues.

BUILD POSITIVE RELATIONSHIPS: Make an effort to get to know your classmates and teachers. Building good relationships can make high school more enjoyable.

Avoid drama and conflicts as much as possible. If problems arise, try to resolve them calmly and maturely.

Hopefully these tips will help you get through and survive secondary school. These years are so fundamental so try not to wish them away. Just enjoy the ride and have fun!

Keeley Hughes

Set Goals

Define your academic and personal goals. Having clear objectives can motivate you to stay on track.

Celebrate your achievements, no matter how small, and learn from any setbacks.

Get Involved

Stay Informed

Stay updated on school events, and opportunities by reading school newsletters and announcements.

Research universities, scholarships, and career options early on if you’re thinking about your future. There are also many more pathways to think about during the end of your schooling

Join clubs, sports teams, or extracurricular activities that interest you. It’s a great way to make friends and develop new skills.

Volunteering or participating in community service can also be rewarding.

Be Yourself

Don’t feel pressured to conform to others’ expectations or peer pressure. Be true to yourself and your values.

Embrace your individuality and pursue your interests and passions.

Stay Healthy

Get enough sleep, eat a balanced diet, and exercise regularly to keep your body and mind in good shape.

Manage stress through relaxation techniques like deep breathing or meditation.

Work by Eden Smith

Fostering Connections

To be reflecting on my years at school since my early Preschool days in 2009 feels surreal. The one thing that makes these feelings tangible is the valuable connections I have formed throughout my schooling experience. Through every high and low, especially in Year 12, my relationships with my peers and teachers were pivotal. When the teachers tell you that Year 11 and 12 fly by, believe them. This time is so special and filled with opportunities to grow individually and as a collective - I encourage you to talk with everyone, no matter how scary it feels, it is always rewarding to connect with those in your school community.

School is a place where friendships blossom. I can wholeheartedly say that I have met my best friends in school and this is something for which I will be forever grateful. I encourage you to cherish every moment and let these relationships brighten each and every day. Allow yourself to reflect and don’t take what feels simple for granted - be present. These experiences can be found in being asked to go to the canteen with a friend. Sitting in the common room and laughing over nothing and everything at the same time. Carpark chats. The post-exam catharsis debriefing with your mates. And simply bonding over the fact that sometimes, things do get really hard in school, especially in Year 12. I know this is a time when the weight of the world can seem to be on your shoulders, but I promise you, it will be okay. The most valuable thing is that in any school hardship, you are not alone. Allow yourself to lean on your friends during this time. You will most likely have over 100 people going through the same thing as you. Be there for your friends and allow them to be there for you.

In addition to your friendships at school, ensure to foster your relationships with your teachers. When getting to Year 12, you will quickly learn that your core subject teachers will be a central support system in your life. They will see your highs, and probably your lows as well. Don’t be embarrassed by this. It’s okay to make mistakes as you will not get it perfect every time - the point is to learn and grow from these moments. The teachers at Lindisfarne are here to help you as long as you are willing to participate. As I said earlier, take every opportunity. I encourage you to learn about your teachers, ask them questions about themselves and show genuine care and respect - it will make your schooling experience much more worthwhile.

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Jacinta Kieffer

SPORTS SPORTS The Power of

Sport has a positive impact on mental health and overall wellbeing. Physical activity is a natural stress reliever with the ability to stimulate the release of endorphins which many refer to as “feel good” hormones. For me, stepping out on the tennis court enables me to leave behind all my thoughts, life and school stressors and just focus on the sport I love and dream of playing in the future.

All team and individual sports provide opportunities for social connections and provide a platform for lifelong friendships to foster. Having connections is critical to mental and emotional wellbeing. These connections made provide you with a strong support system for the ups and downs of both sport and life, increasing your sense of belonging and confidence in yourself. My team who I train with, is like my second family, I know I can be myself around them and have fun.

Sport provides me with structure and routine, which is critical for my own mental health. It provides me with stability and predictability and allows me to have set times where I know I am going to get away from school or life stressors.

When competing and training, every player will face challenges whether it be mentally or physically. To overcome these challenges requires determination, discipline and perseverance which are all life skills that help to cope with setbacks, managing stress and persevering through the harder times of life outside of sport.

Tips for balancing school, sport and life

IDENTIFY PRIORITIES:

Writing a list or utilising a calendar (I use both weekly and monthly) helps me visualise what I have coming up but also allows me to see what I have achieved. Planning out my weeks enables me to block out specific amounts of time for study, working around my training schedule. Each of these blocks have a goal or focus which makes me more productive and helps prevent any procrastination. Less procrastination likely means less stress and anxiety as the work load will not have the chance to build up and overwhelm me, rather I am able to take time to focus on my sport.

BE FLEXIBLE:

I find being flexible with my training schedule difficult; however, being flexible when you have a period of heavy school work is extremely beneficial as it can relieve some pressure and stress. Even finding a little bit of time to do some physical activity in your backyard for 15 minutes may be all you need. Your schedule will not always go perfectly to plan, and that’s okay.

USE TRAVEL TIME TO STUDY:

I am travelling constantly for tournaments and I find this can cause some stress in regards to assignments and exams. However, I have utilised the car and the waiting time before matches to squeeze in some school work allowing me to stay on top of the heavy workload. Podcasts on spotify and flashcards are perfect for in the car and I always being my laptop for when I am waiting for matches.

MAKE TIME TO RELAX, REST AND RECOVER:

Recovery is just as important as training. Taking time to allow your body to reset to it’s pre performance state is critical for peak performance and your mentality in and out of sport. Relaxation can be in many forms such as going for a walk along the beach, meditation or journaling. Additionally, nutrition is important for the recovery process. For an athlete, nutrition is a huge part of performance but is also critical for mental wellbeing. When you are properly fueled you are able to perform athletically at your peak, manage your emotions and be focus on the task at hand.

COMMUNICATE AND CREATE RELATIONSHIPS WITH YOUR TEACHERS AND COACHES:

Having people who support you are essential for student athletes. Being open and honest with how you are and how you are dealing, particularly with your full schedule, is key to balancing it. If you are struggling or falling behind, there is always help just around the corner. These strong relationships with teachers at school, parents and guardians at home and your coaches allow you to access this help.

DON’T PLAN MORE THAN YOU CAN HANDLE:

Saying “no” is tough. Especially when it is saying no to something fun with friends. However, during busy times, saying no may be necessary to get on top of school work or to take more time for resting and recovering. Don’t feel like you are obliged to say “yes” to everything, you need to do what’s best for you mentally and physically. You can’t be the best version of yourself if you are not properly looking after yourself.

Yasmin Scott

HISTORY AND STUDIES OF RELIGION

Studies of Religion, Modern and Ancient History can seem daunting and content-heavy. However, with a few study tips up your sleeve and a positive mindset, success in these subjects is achievable.

As a visual and kinesthetic learner, I have found making flashcards and summary sheets very helpful for both synthesising information and breaking down the content into digestible chunks. In courses like M&A History and SOR, it’s important to try different study and note-taking methods in order to figure out what works best for you.

PHYSICS

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Callum McNicoll

When it comes to HSIE subjects, having a bank of resources is super important. Even though it took me years to finally use it, the first and arguably most important resource you should go to is the syllabus; especially for SOR. The syllabus acts as a road map, guiding you through essential content for each module in the course. While it’s still important to pay attention and participate in class, Edroloo and ATOMI also provide supplementary content for your course. Even better, they include module summaries and tests that specifically follow the syllabus! The final, and often forgotten resource that should be used is your classmates! Regardless of someone’s rank in the class, it’s important to read each other’s assignments to collate new ideas and sources. Collaboration is essential to the success of your cohort. PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE! Familiarity with the HSC exam structure and feedback from your teacher will help you be prepared for the exam.

Addison Born

MATHEMATICS

PDHPE

Studying for PDHPE can be daunting knowing how much content there is to cover. My biggest piece of advice is to ask questions, The PDHPE teachers are always available to answer any questions you might have as well as pointing you towards other resources to expand your knowledge further. Examples are vital. One of the best ways I’ve found to memorise examples is relating to a sport I know well. So if you play rugby, use rugby examples, if you play netball use netball examples, etc. Organising the syllabus dot points into colours based on understanding (Green for understanding, Yellow for working on it, Red for no idea) helps you to understand where you need to focus when revising and practising for exams.

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Lucinda Joyce

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AmityChaffey

STUDY TIPS

to “study hard”. During my time at school, I have sometimes felt confused on where to start or overwhelmed with what my peers were doing. But remember, everyone has a different way of studying, we can be visual, auditory, reading/writing and kinesthetic learners. So test out some different techniques and find which works for you. The endless lists of ‘how to’s’ on the internet didn’t always help, as often they did not feel applicable to my course and I could not see an actual result of them working. So, to give you some practical help and study inspiration I talked to some of the high achieving students in the Year 12 cohort and gathered their tips and tricks in each of their subjects.

SOME GENERAL ADVICE I HAVE LEARNT:

• Study Schedules - Great way to maintain ‘balance’. Block out times for work, study and personal time to ensure you are sustaining all aspects of life.

but also feel more confident in exam conditions. Feedback - Your teachers are here to help. If you write an essay or do a practise paper you can ask your teacher to assess your work. I totally understand that this can be daunting, but there is no judgement–they want you to succeed as well!

• Marking Rubric and Syllabus →- The rubric is honestly a cheat sheet for assignments. It is the most efficient way to achieve the mark you want as it directly tells you what is needed in the assessment. Additionally, in the senior years the syllabus (found on NESA website) outlines all of the content in your course. It can be used to revise in exam time as you can identify the specific content you need to work on.

• Practice Exams - The best tool for improvement is practice. By doing practice exams and getting feedback you will not only see what needs work

ECONOMICS

Economics is a tricky subject to study for as you need to understand real world concepts as they occur. For me, after I’ve learnt the content in class, I summarise each module into 1-2 pages (2 columns) so I can remember any of the concepts you need. Then, research and stay up to date with the news and economic situations (from News sources, the ABS and the RBA). Finally, practice! Past papers, topic tests, etc. Apply your knowledge of the content with real world statistics and that’s economics!

Jack Furness

EARTHAND ENVIRONMENTAL

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MiaMcKinley

LBL vs LTL

Friendly competition is often an outlet from study, bringing some banter and light-hearted rivalry to the common room. It is often the opportunities we create ourselves, outside of the formal academic or co-curricular spaces, that can often be our best outlets.

At the heart of Lindisfarne, a school known for its sports passion, a rivalry unlike any other has taken centre stage. The LTL (Lindisfarne Touch League), founded by Jay Anderson, and the LBL (Lindisfarne Basketball League), founded by Rupert Fahy, have become the epicentre of a competition that’s more than just about tries and dunks. It’s a clash of cultures, a collision of skills, and a rivalry that has captivated the school community.

The LBL, founded at the start of 2022, brings the grace and finesse of Basketball to the sports scene at Lindisfarne.

The LBL’s popularity surged rapidly, attracting players and spectators alike who were hungry for entertaining action.

On the other side of the spectrum is the LTL, founded in 2019, the LTL brings touch football to the scene at the school. With its fast-paced matches and exciting gameplay, the LTL has won the hearts of many, drawing crowds to its games day after day.

The clash of two ideals left only one outcome, a match that would decide which organisation is on top, which is better.

The touch football rivalry games of ‘LBL vs. LTL’ were formed leaving the School community hooked.

Kai Croft, Rupert Fahy, Baxter Fitzgerald and Tate Marquardt

LTL MATCH 1

The crowd gathered on the hill waiting for the fiery contest to ensue as the LTL challenged the LBL to the inaugural match on the top oval. The game was exhausting going from end to end throughout the match, some handy early kicking from Dan Lamb saw the LTL find some great field, however, the mass numbers for LBL suffocated the early attacking raid. The majority of the game was spent with both teams defending with little action. Until a full-field kick caught the LBL off guard as Dan Lamb strolled over for the opening try of the match.

Both teams went to their respective benches as there were many tired legs. LTL were looking the clear favourites getting through their sets and winning battle until a shoulder charge from Kynan Jones on Micheal Du Plessis saw Kynan sent to the bin by touch Judge, Mr Francis. This alongside some costly errors from Jesse Frier sparked an opportunity for the LBL in which their go-to Callum was at his tackle-busting best advancing up into enemy territory. Where Will Charmicheal weaved through the defence to score a highly controversial try with HDL still claiming a tap to this day.

This would mark an end to the scoring for the match but not the action. With late drama seing tensions flare between LBLs OJ and LTLs Jaando. The match ended in a draw at 1-1. The LTL felt as if a draw was a loss, they used this as motivation for the rematch later in the year. Whereas LBL where proud of their efforts and surprised by the 1-1 result. Both teams were left unsettled and a rematch soon followed.

MATCH 2

The game was opened in unity with both teams huddled to hear the special welcome to country performed by the LTL’s very own Jay Anderson. LTL captain Baxter Fitzgerald and LBL captain Rupert Fahy then huddled up their teams and gave a final word before the big game. It was a tight contest, LBL’s Callum McNicoll produced two elegant grubbers leading to two quick tries to put LBL up 2-0 in the first 5 minutes leaving the LTL in disbelief.

However, the lead was soon evaporated thanks to some nice tries from LTL including a textbook Jaando grubber that had the crowd on their feet, giving the LTL a 4-2 lead. The LBL didn’t shy away from the contest and soon responded. Once again thanks to their go-to man in McNicoll and some cheeky work from Tate Marquardt out of hooker, saw the LBL tie it up four a piece. The game entered the grind period of the match which saw some tired legs on both sides. Setting up an environment for the fast feet of both Fitzgerald and Oliver Henderson to take centre stage with two amazing tries. Baxter sold a huge dummy to quickly break the LBL open and burnt multiple defenders on his way to the line. Henderson pulled out one of his signature spin moves leaving Will Carmicheal lost as Henderson strolled over the line for the LTL. Putting the LTL up 6-4. Which was soon followed by some crafty LBL tries to put the game back in the balance at 6-6. Very soon after the LTL took the lead as Jaando launched one of his basketball-like cutout balls to fellow underdog Jed on the wing. With 5 minutes remaining it seemed certain that LTL would run away with victory however, LBL would not go away.

Captain Rupert had an inspiring intercept catch in which he pointed to the LTL as he strode out towards the line to tie it up 7-7. However, his brilliance wasn’t enough as LTL’s Levi Dangerfield made an intercept in the dying minutes to take the lead to 8-7. Tex then put the exclamation mark on the game for LTL and added a try after the siren to make it a 9-7 final score, leaving the LBL heartbroken.

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Class of 2023 2023

LUCAS ALFORD

Nickname: Lucas

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: Hanging out with friends.

JAY ANDERSON

Nickname: JAAndo

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 8

Favourite Memory: LTL.

HAYDEN AMBLER

Nickname: Haydos, Dosei

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 10

Favourite Memory: Year 12 Economics with Bryan Malone.

Nickname: Ivy

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 11

Favourite Memory: Camps.

IVY ANDREWS

Nickname: Bolaka

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: Year 10 camp.

SEBASTIAN AWAD

Nickname: Seb

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 11

Favourite Memory: Ski trip.

Nickname: Jam

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 10

Favourite Memory: Year 10 and 11 camps.

Nickname: Mia B

Started at Lindisfarne in: Preschool

Favourite Memory: My Year 4 and Year 6 Class.

Nickname: Lali

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 10

Favourite Memory: Year 11 camp.

Nickname: Phoen

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 8

Favourite Memory: Year 8 and 9 French.

BLAKE ARCHER

JAMERE ARNESEN

MIA BANTOFT

PHOENIX BENNETT

LALI BECKER

TYSON BENNETT

Nickname: Tyrone

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: Camps.

BRIDGET BORDISS

Nickname: Bridge

Started at Lindisfarne in: Kindergarten

Favourite Memory: When Nimah “fell” into the water at the Hastings rocky shore year eight excursion.

NAIYA BOSCHMA-WAGNER

LUELLA BOOKMAN

Nickname: Lulu

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 4

Favourite Memory: Mr Gabb’s bus trips in Year 4.

ADDISON BORN

Nickname: Addi

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 9

Favourite Memory: Doing the Cuthbert 2023 March Pass with my sister.

DECLAN BROWN

Nickname: Nai

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: Being in Mr Marriott’s math class and the Moreton Island camp.

Nickname: Browny

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 9

Favourite Memory: Year 10 Moreton camp.

POPPY BURDEKIN

Nickname: Pops

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 1

Favourite Memory: Year 10 camp.

CHARLOTTE BUTCHER

Nickname: Chaz

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 3

Favourite Memory: Makayla face planting infront of the whole business class and the Ski trip.

Nickname: Sophie

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 9

Favourite Memory: Year 10 camp on Moreton Island.

WILLIAM

Nickname: Will

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: Year 11 ski trip, trying to climb up to the highest peak at Perisher with a bunch of mates.

Nickname: Curry

Started at Lindisfarne in: Preschool

Favourite Memory: Mrs Chandler’s office.

Nickname: T

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: Year 10 camp on Moreton Island.

SOPHIE BURGESS

CARMICHAEL

TAINA CESTARI

CURRAN CARR

AMITY CHAFFEY

Nickname: Ami

Started at Lindisfarne in: Kindergarten

Favourite Memory: The 2022 ski trip and Bring it On the Musical.

HESTER CLARK

Nickname: Stitch

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: Friends.

SAMUEL COLEMAN

TOBI CHAPMAN

Nickname: Tobes

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 10

Favourite Memory: Year 10 Pass and PDHPE.

TILLY CLEARY

Nickname: Til

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: Moreton Island eclipse.

Nickname: Sam

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 6

Favourite Memory: When I crossed the line for completing the 96km of the Kokoda Challenge, can’t beat a feeling like that.

Nickname: Eves

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 11

Favourite Memory: The Year 12 Athletics carnival.

EVA COLLEY

Nickname: The Cond, Condo

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 9

Favourite Memory: Year 10 Camp.

SCARLETT CONN

Nickname: Scaz

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 9

Favourite Memory: LAGS interviews with Declan.

Nickname: Jade

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 9

Favourite Memory: Year 10 camp.

Nickname: Liv

Started at Lindisfarne in: Preschool

Favourite Memory: My Year 6 class with Mrs Foyster and playing lacrosse with Mr Fydler.

THOMAS COX

Nickname: Tim, Tommy

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 9

Favourite Memory: 10B 100%. Geography with Mr Wilson & Nick pushing Jarrah down the hill in his wheelchair.

Nickname: Miki

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: Seeing snow for the first time on the Round Square Europe trip!

FINN CONDON

JADE CONEY

OLIVIA COPELAND

MIKAYLA CRAIG

KAI CROFT

Nickname: Crofty

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: Lunch Basketball.

KEIRA DALEY

Nickname: Ra, RaRa

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: Year 10 camp at Moreton island ‘the desert’ watching everyone face plant into the sand at the bottom of the dunes.

HARRY DAVISON-LONG

SACHI CUNNINGHAM

Nickname: Sachi

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 9

Favourite Memory: Friends.

LEVI DANGERFIELD

Nickname: Levy

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: Lachy vs Hugo fight or LTL.

SABINA DEMPSEY

Nickname: Nibbles

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: Ballymore Cup 2022/2023 with the rugby lads.

Nickname: Bean

Started at Lindisfarne in: Preschool

Favourite Memory: 2022 Ski trip.

GRACE DENNY

Nickname: Grace

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: Staying in a five star hotel after our flight got cancelled on a Sydney Touch Footy trip.

MASON DUKE

Nickname: Mace

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 12

Favourite Memory: Ballymore cup 2k22 and 2k23.

CARTER ELLIS-CRAWFORD

Nickname: cMoney

Started at Lindisfarne in: Kindergarten

Favourite Memory: Gus crying after he got caught throwing pie in the toilet.

Nickname: Micky D

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 5

Favourite Memory: Canteen

THOMAS ELLIS

Nickname: Tom

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 5

Favourite Memory: Nick Wisler stealing a police officer’s handcuffs and cuffing himself, in Year 5.

RUPERT FAHY

Nickname: Roo

Started at Lindisfarne in: Preschool

Favourite Memory: Rite Journey with Fydes.

MICHAEL DU PLESSIS

KEIRA FARMER

Nickname: Smallfry

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 6

Favourite Memory: Writing stories in class with Olive and Manaia.

JED FELDMAN

Nickname: King D

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 9

Favourite Memory or Quote: Underdog.

BAXTER FITZGERALD

ANA FAVARO-COLOFATTI

Nickname: Ana

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 11

Favourite Memory: Swimming Carnival.

SAM FISHER

Nickname: Sammy fish

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory or Quote: If you dont know what port your sailing to, how do you know what wind is favourable? - Manic Mike

ERIN FITZGERALD

Nickname: Bax fitz

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 6

Favourite Memory: Playing LTL.

Nickname: Erin

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 8

Favourite Memory: Wednesday art tutors.

JASPER FOGGO

Nickname: Jasper

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 11

Favourite Memory: LTL.

JACK FURNESS

Nickname: Furness

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 8

Favourite Memory: Year 10 Camp.

NICOLA GEE

Nickname: Skip

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: First Ballymore Cup.

Nickname: Jack

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 11

Favourite Memory: The formal dinner at camp. All of us in our cabin were giving each other advice on what to wear and how to style our outfits, it was nice to see everyone dress up in the end.

Nickname: Nikki Gee

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: Playing sports.

Nickname: Jordo, The Glove

Started at Lindisfarne in: Kindergarten

Favourite Memory: Melbourne camp in Year 6.

JESSE FREIER

MAYAN GAGLIARDI

JORDAN GLOVER

Nickname: Goon/Goonie

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 6

Favourite Memory: Year 6 camp in Melbourne.

Nickname: Cami

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 10

Favourite Memory: Getting our year 12 jerseys and common room.

Nickname: Greeney

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: In double modern history, laughing about a costume with Finn for two hours straight.

Nickname: DragonShock

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 11

Favourite Memory: Year 11 camp.

Nickname: Kaydous

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: Year 11 camp and the high ropes.

Nickname: Radha

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 11

Favourite Memory: Camps.

CAMILLA GROGAN

KAYDN HALLIDAY

RADHA HAMILTON-YOUNG

IDO HADAD

OLIVER GREENEY

LACHLAN GONSAL

Nickname: Annie

Started at Lindisfarne in: Preschool

Favourite Memory: Going on the Ski Trip.

GUS HATCHER

Nickname: Gus

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 6

Favourite Memory: LTL-underdogs.

Nickname: Cass

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 9

Favourite Memory: Year 10 camp and all of the soccer trips!!

Nickname: Angi

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: Finn Condon falling off the J bar on the ski trip after doing the gawk.

Nickname: Hendo

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: LTL.

Nickname: Bubba

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: Year 10 camp was peak.

ANNIE HAMMOND

ANGUS HANSEN

OLIVER HENDERSON

JOEL HOLT

CASSANDRA HILL

Nickname: Zacho

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: The Rite Journey.

Nickname: Keelz

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 5

Favourite Memory: Year 10 camp when we all watched the moon and went night kayaking.

Nickname: Howie

Started at Lindisfarne in: Preschool

Favourite Memory: Moving from the junior school to high school.

MANAIA HYETT

Nickname: Magina, Manaenae, Mania

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 9

Favourite Memory: Friends.

Nickname: Captain

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: Camps.

Nickname: Jaala

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: Yr 10 camp.

KEELEY HUGHES

JOSHUA ILIFFE

JAALA IMBROGNO

FLYNN HOWARTH

ZACHARY HOLTSBAUM

Nickname: ZJ

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 10

Favourite Memory: Year 10 Camp.

OLIVER JEFFREY

Nickname: OJ

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 2

Favourite Memory: Fyd’s Rite Journey.

RAFAEL JACOBSEN

Nickname: Rafa

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 6

Favourite Memory: Year 10 camp.

Nickname: KJ

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 11

Favourite Memory: LTL.

Nickname: Lucinda

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 9

Favourite Memory: Everything from Mr Marriott’s Accelerated Math’s class.

Nickname: Fia

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: Definitely getting up at 6.ooam every Tuesday morning for rugby training in the rain and getting pneumonia because of it.

ZARA JACKSON

KYNAN JONES

SOFIA KEANE

LUCINDA JOYCE

EMILY KEARNEY

Nickname: Em

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 9

Favourite Memory: Round Square trip to the UK.

BAILEY KEAY

Nickname: Slayley, Bayleaf

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 6

Favourite Memory: Mr Marriott’s Accelerated Maths class. Latural Nog.

MORGAN KING

Nickname: Slinky – good for nothing but fun to push down the stairs.

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: Wood tech classes with the boys.

WILL KEAST

Nickname: Willie

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 10

Favourite Memory: Friends

JACINTA KIEFFER

Nickname: J

Started at Lindisfarne in: Preschool

Favourite Memory: Rite Journey with Mrs McDowell, Year 6 camp and Year 10 camp.

Nickname: Dion

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 9

Favourite Memory: Moreton Island.

DION KIRCHER

Nickname: Charlie

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 6

Favourite Memory: Year 9 Rite Journey.

TEX KROPP

Nickname: Mexican

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 10

Favourite Memory: Lindisfarne Rugby.

Nickname: Elliott

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: Year 8 camp. In the tent being loud. And saying

“Imagine there was a teacher behind our tent” And a teacher behind our tent replying with “Yes there is”.

Nickname: Erin

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 10

Favourite Memory: Flooding the kitchen in Year 4.

Nickname: Dan

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: LTL.

Nickname: Joe

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 10

Favourite Memory: There’s great people here.

CHARLIE KIRKWOOD

ERIN KONING

DANIEL LAMB

JOE LETHBRIDGE

ELLIOTT LATHAM

GRACIE LYNCH

Nickname: Gidget

Started at Lindisfarne in: Preschool

Favourite Memory: Year 6 - Class 6FG.

Nickname: Isla Smiler

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 11

Favourite Memory: Definitely anything to do with the performing arts, Music especially.

TATE MARQUARDT

Nickname: Lisone, Tatey180, Tatertot

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 5

Favourite Memory: Ski trip 2022, Joel holt standing on a tooth pick and his foot bleeding.

ANYA MCDONALD

Nickname: Mini-mint

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 9

Favourite Memory: Food Tech Year 9 ;)

Nickname: B-Mac

Started at Lindisfarne in: Preschool

Favourite Memory: Mrs Brown’s ‘spelling bee’ in kindy.

Nickname: Mia

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 6

Favourite Memory: Year 10 camp at Moreton.

ISLA MARTIN

BRODIE MCDOWELL

MIA MCKINLEY

Nickname: Jedda, Jed, Jedi, Hedda, Cheddar, Jeeeda

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 1

Favourite Memory: In year 3, when a classmate of mine tried to pick up a brown snake. It was covering our walkway down onto the oval. Luckily Mrs Arnold’s voice stopped him.

Nickname: Cal

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: Playing Wall-ball in year 8...Until a golf ball got involved, RIP Max’s eye.

ARDEN MIDDLETON

Nickname: Charli

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: Being in Yearr 12 Art class with Jane Brennan.

Nickname: Ember

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 10

Favourite Memory: Year 10, Sitting in the music rooms waiting to preform for big chill.

Nickname: Arden

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 10

Favourite Memory: Eating at lunch.

Nickname: Judo

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 10

Favourite Memory: Probably watching ****** play slots and win big during english.

JEDDA MCLAUCHLAN

CHARLI MCLENNAN

CALLUM MCNICOLL

EMBER MENTINK

JUDE MILES

ZIA MOWBRAY

Nickname: Zia

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 8

Favourite Memory: Dr and Mr Marriott. They were a second set of parents to so many of us. My accelerated math class could not have made it through three periods without our impromptu Rite Journey sessions with Mr Marriott.

TAYLOR NEWMAN

Nickname: Taylor

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 11

Favourite Memory: Year 11 Camp.

CHRIS NELLIKKATTU

Nickname: Chrispy

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: Performing with Thirsty Merc in Year 10.

APRIL ORFORD

Nickname: Ape

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 10

Favourite Memory: Camps.

Nickname: Sena, Si, SiSi

SIENNA PERDIS

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 10

Favourite Memory: Year 11 Camp.

GABRIEL PLESSER

Nickname: Jewy, Gabe

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 8

Favourite Memory: Filling the other boys tent with chairs on Year 10 camp.

OWEN REARDON

Nickname: Reardo, Oswald, Yozza

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 9

Favourite Memory: Playing Rugby for the school.

Nickname: The Jet

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: Getting 4% on my math prelim exam.

ISAAC RYNEHART

Nickname: Rino, IJ, Zick, Zum

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 3

Favourite Memory: Year 10 and 11 camps.

YASMIN SCOTT

Nickname: Yazzy

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory or Quote: “I really think a champion is defined not by their wins, but how they can recover when they fall.” –Serena Williams

SAHARAH SCALAS

Nickname: Desert

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 5

Favourite Memory: Breaking down in the common room as soon as getting to school laughing and crying at the same time.

MAKAYLA SEKAC

Nickname: Mak

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: When Poppy slipped and stacked it down the hill and was covered in mud.

FINOJET RUDD

TRISHUL SIVABALAN

Nickname: Black Sheep

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: ‘Champagne Pools’ at Year 10 camp.

DYLAN SMITH

Nickname: Dyl

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 12

Favourite Memory: Getting thrown into a corner by Brodie.

FINN SMITH

Nickname: Anika

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 8

Favourite Memory or Quote: Everything happens for a reason.

Nickname: Edes

Started at Lindisfarne in: Preschool

Favourite Memory: Year 7 core class (7C), Year 10 camp, rec sport, art classes with Mrs Brennan.

Nickname: Smitty

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 8

Favourite Memory: Moreton Island camp.

Nickname: Amit

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 9

Favourite Memory: Last year of school.

AMIT SONNENFELD

EDEN SMITH

ANIKA SMITH

Nickname: Brazo 1

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 9

Favourite Memory or Quote: Life is like a sandwich, no matter which way you flip it, the bread always comes first.

Nickname: Lu, Luc, looch

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 9

Favourite Memory: Lunch with my friends.

Nickname: Holden>

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: Year 9 camp - we were allowed a camp fire.

Nickname: Rubes

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: Fav memory cannot be chosen! Just all the laughs with my friends.

Nickname: Ava

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: Year 10 camp bus rides and Year 10 Formal.

Nickname: Keels

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 11

Favourite Memory: When Mr Robins and Dan Lamb had to get married.

CAIO SOUSA

RUBY STANTE

LUCIA STEWART

AVA STUART

KEELEY SUTHERLAND

ROMAN SULLIVAN

Nickname: Matt, Matty

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: Going on camp and doing lots of outdoor activities with the other kids.

Nickname: T

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: The Rite Journey.

GEORGINA WARMAN

Nickname: Baldy

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 10

Favourite Memory: Being in PA11 while the ‘Big Chill’ was on in Year 10, our music class was all together and making jokes with the adrenaline rush of being on stage. And then the next ‘Big Chill’ when Lucia did the worm!

Nickname: Jimmy

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 3

Favourite Memory: UK Cricket Tour.

Nickname: Georgie

Started at Lindisfarne in: Kindergarten

Favourite Memory: 2022 Round Square - UK.

Nickname: Fred

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 5

Favourite Memory: Dana Dowker’s 5D and Year 10 Formal.

TIANA THOMAS

FEDRICK WATSON

ELI VELDHOVEN

OLIVE THEOBALD

MATTHEW TAYLOR

KHAYA WIGLEY

Nickname: Snoop

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 10

Favourite Memory: Year 10 camp.

ZOE WILLIAMS

Nickname: Zoe

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 6

Favourite Memory: Year 10 Camp.

NICHOLAS WISLER

Nickname: Nicky Dubs, Nicky Wiss

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 5

Favourite Memory: In year 10. When Jarrah went down the top oval hill in a wheel chair and stacked it near the bottom at full speed.

NIAMH WILLIAMS

Nickname: Niamh

Started at Lindisfarne in: Kindergarten

Favourite Memory: Year 10 camp.

HUNTER WILSON

Nickname: Hbomb/Hunts/Huntsman

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 4

Favourite Memory: Year 11 camp, because of how unified we became as a cohort when we faced a challenge. The camp formal dinner, I sat in a great spot and really enjoyed the atmosphere of the night.

HUNTER YEATS

Nickname: Hunter

Started at Lindisfarne in: Year 7

Favourite Memory: Getting my first 100%... and ALL the ones that followed!!

[ Staff Message ]

CHARLOTTE LUSH

As you stand on the threshold of a new chapter, remember that change is an inevitable companion in life. Embrace it with courage. Be kind, empathetic, and compassionate; these virtues will enrich your journey. Let your dreams be your guiding stars, but also be open to unexpected detours that may lead to new horizons. The world eagerly awaits your brilliance and compassion. Make it a better place.

CATHY COX

CAROLINE JEFFRIES

Class of 2023Congratulations on completing Year 12 - take the memories you have made as you venture from Lindisfarne and keep learning.

The end of one journey marks the beginning of another. As you stand at this pivotal juncture, take a moment to reflect on all that you have accomplished, the friendships you have made. Your time at school was not just about academics; it was about growth, discovery, and finding your unique voice. As you venture forward, carry with you the spirit of perseverance, the joy of learning, and the warmth of shared memories. Congratulations on reaching this milestone. I have no doubt that your paths ahead will be filled with brilliance and success.

SIMON LEACH

Dear Class of ‘23,

Thanks for all you’ve contributed to the life and spirit of the school. I hope all of your futures bring you much joy and happiness.

“When Fortuna spins you downward, go out to a movie and get more out of life.”

John Kennedy Toole

JEREMY GODDEN

Today marks the end of a significant chapter in your lives and the beginning of an exciting new journey into the world beyond these school walls. Go forth, Class of 2023, armed with your dreams and fueled by your hopes. The world awaits the incredible contributions we know you will make.

“Do not follow where the path may lead. Go, instead, where there is no path and leave a trail.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson

DAN ROBINS

You’ve worked hard, overcome challenges, and grown in ways you might not have thought possible. As you step into the world beyond Lindisfarne, carry with you the knowledge that you are capable of remarkable things. Embrace the uncertainty that lies ahead, for it is within the unknown that your true potential resides. I look forward to hearing of your adventures when we stop to chat...

CATHY MYERS

[ Staff Messages ]

I believe that if you find your purpose in life, you will find your passion. Take opportunities when they come and know that you have within you the strength and the patience to be the best version of yourself that you decide to be. I encourage you to really live your life, to take your passion and create yourself! I wish you all the very best.

BRONWYN DANN

To our dear Year 12 students. It has been such a joy and privilege to walk beside you on your journey in the senior years. Thank you for bringing your wonderful individual qualities to our days together. I wish you safety, wonder and happiness in abundance as you embark on your next adventures. Go well our young friends!

JODIE DUGGAN

It has been wonderful to watch many of you grow from pre-schoolers to young adults and I have enjoyed getting to know so many of you over this time. Take the values that have been instilled in you at Lindisfarne - compassion, wisdom and respect and make the most of every opportunity that comes your way. I wish you all the very best for your journey ahead. Your future is in your hands – find something you love to do, be happy and remember to laugh.

ALYSSA MALONE

Congratulations on completing your schooling journey! This has been a dress rehearsal for a life that is yours to lead. Chase your dreams, remember to challenge yourself and always seek out opportunities for growth. It has been a pleasure getting to know so many of you over the years, a number of whom were in my first ever year 9 class and hold a special place in my memories. I wish you every success and happiness for your future.

JULIE MCDOWELL

Wow, this is a tough one to write. You were my first Year 7’s. The first year to have a coordinator. You arrived fresh faced and eager and over the years I have watched you grow into the incredible people you are today. As you now leave and move into this exciting and at times challenging world, I wish you nothing but good health and happiness. Enjoy the incredible journey which sits at your feet, embrace every moment and as I told you all those years ago “Kindness comes before everything”.

LAUREN WARD

Dear Year 12’s, You made it! You have the whole world at your feet, but don’t forget your roots. Your foundations have prepared you to go out and make a positive change in the world. Remember there will always be a way to get to where you want to be, the path just might look a bit different to what you expected. It’s your turn now to choose the life you want. Wishing you the best of luck and can’t wait to hear about where you end up!

[ Staff Message ]

HAYLEY MCDONALD

To the Class of 2023,

What a strange time in life you find yourself … A time of celebrations, farewells, and new beginnings. Celebrate all the bright moments in your journey, farewell the physical place you have come to each day, and finally, look forward to dreams that lie ahead and embrace every opportunity that comes your way. Congratulations and good luck!

JO HETHERINGTON

Foundation Students MessageAs you spread your wings and venture into the world, know that the memories you’ve created here will forever be a part of your story. Cherish the experiences, embrace the future, and always remember that you are a product of your dedication, perseverance, and the nurturing environment that has been your second home since Preschool.

TODD HARDY

In the words of Mark Twain “Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbour. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.”

DAMIEN CLUCAS

Dear 2023 LAGS Cohort,

Thanks for your contributions toward the LAGS cultural fabric in your time here - across all facets of school life. You are a pleasant and unique group of young adults, who have been a pleasure to deal with. Wishing you the best of luck in your transition and journey through adulthood.

KYLIE WHARTON

A wise playwright once said: “It is not in the stars to hold our destiny but in ourselves.” Step into your future confidently and know you are in control of your destiny.

SIMON MCKINLEY

I have the joy of wishing you all the best for your future, as both a staff member and the parent of a graduate. Work hard in the coming years to maintain your Lindisfarne friendships, they will stay strong only if you put in the effort.

Good luck.

FRANK MALONE

[ Staff Messages ]

Congratulations Year 12, what a great group of young Australians. I feel priveleged to have taught most of you and have fond memories of owur times together. Remember, it’s not America and it’s only manners.

Stay safe and live large!

BRYAN MALONE

What an amazing group! Many I have taught since Year 7 HSIE to today in Economics and Business. I leave you with this Wisdom “Don’t be trapped by dogma, which is living with the results of other people’s thinking. Don’t let the noise of others opinions drown out your own inner voice, and most important, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition. They somehow already know what you truly want to become. Everything else is secondary.” Be Your Yourself, Conquer the World, This is the Way!

DALE NORTON

Never Eat Soggy Weetbix...

COURTNEY KEAST

Embark on life beyond school with courage. Every challenge is a chance to learn, every setback a stepping stone to success. Embrace curiosity, chase your passions, and carve your unique path. The world is your canvas; paint it with dreams, resilience, and the joy of endless discovery.

MATHEW OSMOND

“Congratulations to our incredible Year 12 cohort!

As you spread your wings and step into the world, may your futures be filled with boundless achievements and unforgettable moments. Farewell and best wishes on this exciting new chapter of your lives!”

JAN MAKEPEACE

Continue to enjoy learning, Year 12. Remember, “to be ignorant of the lives of the most celebrated . . . of antiquity is to continue in a state of childhood all our days.” (Plutarch)

BELINDA HOPE

[ Staff Message ]

Remember in a world where you can be anything, be kind. Always let your light shine, and do your best and leave the rest. Celebrate all of you and your unique qualities, you are perfect the way you are, you are the ultimate masterpiece. I wish you all the best and will always be so extremely proud of who you are and your achievements. Well done class of 2023, go and continue to shine!!

KAREN WEST

Always remember that you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, smarter than you think, and loved more than you’ll ever know.

JOHN CADMAN

Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop to look around once in a while, you could miss it.

You are far more prepared than you think to handle what life will throw at you. Disconnect to connect. Then connect to disconnect. (let that marinate!) In a fastpaced world, remember that PEOPLE matter.

KELLY BEDFORD

“Congratulations, Class of 2023! As you step into the world, remember: Embrace challenges as opportunities, for growth follows adversity. Cherish the journey, not just the destination. Your potential knows no bounds; believe in your dreams. Spread kindness like wildfire, and let passion fuel your purpose. Forge your path with courage, determination, and resilience. The world is waiting for your unique brilliance to shine. Go forth and make your mark!”

ROBERT BAGGALEY

To the departing Year 12 remember education does not stop you from making mistakes but it inspires you to take lessons from your mistakes. Happy farewell the class of 2023

BROOKE MAGNUM

Dear Year 12, May boundless joy, courage for the unknown, and unwavering strength accompany you in the next stage of your lives. Embrace the power of choice at this time as it is your path which shapes your future. Find inspiration in your passions, leverage your strengths, and trust your instincts. May you shine brightly, learn eagerly, and craft an extraordinary future.

[ Staff Messages ]

JUSTINE DIVER

Congratulations, Year 12 Graduates!

The world is full of opportunities and adventures awaiting your exploration. Embrace the journey ahead with courage and enthusiasm. Make your mark on this incredible world!

EMMALENE WELLS

What a remarkable experience you have all had together. You have shown bravery, leadership and a desire to leave a memorable legacy for the Lindisfarne Community. Well done to all and best wishes for the onward journey.

MARGARET TAYLOR

It has been a pleasure watching you all grow and mature into the beautiful young adults that you are today. It feels like only yesterday that you were young year 7 students on your journey to graduation, always remember “Set your goals high and always dream big, because you are only as big as the dreams you dare to live. I will miss you all.

CLARE COOTES

Another Year 12 group to take on the world testing their independence, decision making and responsibilities. Will miss the variety of questions relayed with a mix of smiles, sleepiness, laughter and mumbles always entertaining my day. Be kind to yourself and those around you. Take care and best wishes. P.S. And always remember - the magic word is?

KAREN MCCREERY

“Embrace your journey ahead with courage and curiosity. Every step you take is a canvas for your dreams. Take on challenges, learn relentlessly, and let your passion guide you. Your potential is limitless - Year 12 go forth and shine!”

GAIL DESSMAN

Congratulations to the graduating class of 2023. Go forth and conquer. Make your mark, follow your dreams, always be kind to yourself and others, be bold and courageous and never forget where you came from. To my special study groups, you know who you are, I will miss you all and will always be available for a chat and a dip in the dinosaur jar. Best wishes always.

“Theylaughatmebecause I’mdifferent;Ilaughatthem becausethey’reallthe same.”-KurtCobain AddisonBorn

outstandingAlwaysstrivetohaveachievementsin thefieldsofexcellence. MayanGagliardi

“We have to remember these days. There is no guarantee they will last forever. Enjoy them as long as they last.”

- Sebastian Vettel

Ava Stuart

“Lifeislikearacecar...live lifelikearacecar”.

FinojetRudd

spelled“Remember,stressedbackwardsisjust dessertssoeatcakeand don’tstress.”

KeeleyHughes

cause“Dowhateveryouenjoy, you’lldogoodatit.”

AmitSonnenfield

Class of 2023

Quotes

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Inlife,there’sroadblocks” JasperFoggo

“You gotta water your plants. Nobody can water them for you.”

Kai Croft

“You live and you learn.”

Grace Denny

“There are two ways of spreading light: to be the candle or the mirror that reflects it.”

Dion Kircker

‘You can’t help theworld untilyouKendrickhelpyourself’Lamar

HaydenAmbler

“Someplayerslandonhigh ground,Othershaveto builduptoit” LachlanGonsal

“Let’sgoGolfing!“

CallumMcNicoll

“In a world where you can be anything, be kind!”

Poppy

Burdekin

“That’swherethey getyou.”

MiaMcKinley

Last Word

As your time at Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School comes to a close, I find myself filled with a mixture of emotions - pride in your accomplishments, excitement for your future, and sadness as we prepare to say goodbye.

You have journeyed through the ups and downs of Year 12, shown resilience in the face of challenges, and grown academically and personally. Watching you evolve into the capable young adults you are today has been so rewarding

While you may be eager to close this chapter and start a new one, always remember the friendships you’ve forged, the teachers who guided you, and the countless lessons learned. These are your roots, and as you shoot for the stars—whether at university or other adventures - don’t forget the solid foundation that got you here.

Make us proud, as you always have.

“Remember,youare masterpieceallowedtobebothaandaworkin progresssimultaneously.”SophiaBush

NaiyaBoschma-Wagner

Kate Cornell Head of Senior School

“Pipedownandenjoyit.It’s notthatdeep.”

Tom Cox

“MrBryanMalonetaught

meeverythingIknow”

Trishul Sivabalan

OllieJeffrey

“Therearenoshortcutsto anyplaceworthgoing” TateMarquardt “Failureislikeabruise,not atattoo.”

“When you can’t be taught, teach yourself.”

Zach Holtsbaum

“Ireallythinkachampion isdefinednotbytheirwins, buthowtheycanrecover whentheyfall.”-

SerenaWilliams YasminScott