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Also, I remind parents and caregivers that student bags should not be in the boot of the car. It is our policy, due to the significant risk of students walking between moving vehicles, that students place their bags in the back seat of the car instead.

I always think it is interesting for the community to be aware of the dedication of our current staff members to their professional growth. The following staff across many departments in the school are currently studying in 2026 towards the Masters’ level (or postgraduate) qualification. It is heartening to see this demonstration, at a high level, of the professional engagement and commitment to lifelong learning of our staff.

• Ciara Cescotto - Master of Education (Educational Leadership Specialisation) – Queensland University of Technology  
• Jake Compton - Master of Educational Studies (Science of Learning / Guidance, Counselling and Careers) – The University of Queensland
• Kerry Daud - Graduate Certificate in Business (Digital Transformation) - University of South Australia
• Alison Davis - Master of Education (Leadership/Management) – Queensland University of Technology
• Reverend Jazz Dow – Master of Education (Leadership) – Queensland University of Technology
• Nadine Dunstone - Graduate Diploma of Psychology - University of New England
• Georgi Easton – Master of Education (Leadership) – Queensland University of Technology
• Adam Hand – Master of Educational Studies - Leadership – The University of Queensland
• Rebecca Newman - Graduate Certificate in Trauma Aware Education – Queensland University of Technology
• Talia O’Callaghan - Graduate Certificate in Education (Career Development and Counselling) - Queensland University of Technology
• Camille Poupardin - Master of Education (Leadership) – Queensland University of Technology
• Sarah Singleton - Graduate Certificate in Education (Language and Literacy) - La Trobe University 
• Nicole Walker - Master of Educational Neuroscience – Central Queensland University
• Alison Ward - Master of Educational Leadership (Leading Learning) - Australian Catholic University
• Talia O’Callaghan - Graduate Certificate in Education (Career Development and Counselling) - Queensland University of Technology
• Sally Lee-Archer Master of Teaching (Secondary) – Queensland University of Technology

I look forward to seeing you and presenting the Strategic and Master Plans at the 2026 P&F AGM and Welcome drinks on Tuesday 17 March in the Arts Centre Foyer at 6.30pm. The P&F Association welcomes all parents to attend and to become involved at whatever level they can manage given work and family constraints.

Ros Curtis

One program that truly embodies this philosophy is the St Margaret’s Global Exchange Program.

The Global Exchange Program provides students with the opportunity to explore life and learning in cultures beyond their own, while also welcoming international students who wish to experience the diversity of Australia. Through their exchange experience, students develop vital skills in problem solving and communication, foster new friendships, and gain a deeper appreciation for home, family, and the global community.

For some, the experience brings moments of challenge: a student may spend weekends travelling through Europe with a host family, while another may find herself contributing to daily household routines very different from her own. These variations enrich the program, cultivating adaptability, independence, and resilience. What matters most is that students embrace each moment - whether they are missing home, navigating new relationships, or adjusting to unfamiliar foods and traditions.

“Exchange pushes students beyond the familiar. It helps them discover who they are, who they can become, and how wonderfully diverse our world really is.”
— Shauna Crabbe, Global Exchange Coordinator, St Margaret’s Anglican Girls School

In 2026, the program will see 50 Year 10 students embark on exchanges across the globe. At present, we have two St Margaret’s students experiencing life in New Zealand, four in France, and two in England. Here at home, we are delighted to be hosting six students from Canada, with nine students from South Africa arriving later this term, enriching our school community with their perspectives, stories, and cultural insights.

In the weeks ahead, I look forward to meeting with the girls who are currently visiting or returning from their exchanges and hearing firsthand what they have learned about other cultures—and about themselves.

Nicole Devlin

The students asked brilliant questions. Questions about how we deal with disappointment, how we deal with the pressures of life, questions about life’s origins, meaning, and purpose.

Questions are a part of being human. We spend our entire lives asking the questions and exploring answers. Listening to the opinions of others, learning from the communities we are a part of.

As humans we never have all the answers. There is a danger in thinking we do know it all. That we’ve learnt all there is to know. The danger is that we shrink, we stop wondering, we limit ourselves. Curiosity expands us… allowing us to connect with others and be open to wonder and creativity, with gratitude.

Faith is also not about having answers, it’s about seeking to understand. This process of questioning, doubting and seeking understanding are themselves a demonstration of faith.

In all of life’s big questions, like: Where am I going?  What am I supposed to be doing? What is my purpose? God is holding us and assuring us that despite the uncertainty, we are made in the image of God and loved unconditionally.

Some important dates:

Years 4 to 6 Baptism and Admission to Holy Communion: Wednesday 6 May, 6pm, St John’s Cathedral.

Our annual service of Confirmation (Year 7 and above) – Thursday 14 May, 6pm, School Chapel.

More details about these services will be sent home in the coming weeks.

Rev’d Jazz Dow

The weekend began with a relaxed outdoor cinema night on Circular Drive. Students gathered on picnic rugs and beanbags to watch ‘Yes Day’, a feel-good comedy, enjoying popcorn and treats while the sun set behind us.

Saturday was the heart of the weekend and showcased the creativity and leadership of our senior students. Throughout the morning, Year 12 students prepared and ran a series of activity stations, including arts and crafts, painting, outdoor games, and creative dancing.

Students were placed in mixed‑year groups and dressed in their assigned group colours. With guidance from staff and enthusiastic student leaders, groups moved through each station, demonstrating cooperation, energy, and team spirit.

The day concluded with a community barbecue on Circular Drive. As evening arrived, everyone gathered in the Philip Harris Gym for a lively group dance competition, where each colour group went head‑to‑head. Glow sticks and a final round of Just Dance added to the excitement, finishing the day on a joyful and memorable note.

On Sunday, the whole boarding house travelled to Wet n Wild for a day in the sun. This outing offered an opportunity to connect with students from other Queensland boarding schools who were also visiting.

Moments like these highlight the importance of every boarder being together. When the whole community is present, students feel a strong sense of belonging and shared identity. These weekends allow younger boarders to learn from older students, give seniors the chance to lead with purpose, and help everyone build the kind of relationships that make boarding feel like a home. We are strong believers in community, and having all boarders together reinforces the supportive, inclusive culture that defines our boarding house.

The success of the Closed Weekend reflects the leadership of our senior students and the positive, supportive culture within our community. Collaboration across year levels, thoughtful planning by the Year 12 cohort, and the involvement of both staff and students contributed to a welcoming and enjoyable experience for every boarder.

We look forward to carrying this energy into the year ahead.

Gracemere Mataia

Our current students received words of wisdom from those who have gone before them and are encouraged to implement this advice into their studies for the year. An electronic copy of this booklet is available on each Year Level page on the POD and a hardcopy will be provided to all Year 12 students. In addition, I will be including a piece of this advice in my eNews each week and for a time, an electronic copy of the booklet with be displayed on the screen in the Canopy Cafe.

Assessment Calendars

Assessment calendars for Years 10 and 11 students were released earlier in the week. The Year 12 assessment calendar was released last year. Students should be using the information in this calendar to plan out their term. Occasionally, there are adjustments to due dates, so students are reminded to use the electronic copy on their Year Level POD pages.

Year 12 Meetings

This term, I am meeting with all Year 12 Portfolio Pathway students to discuss their progress so far and help them to plan their time moving forwards. All students will receive an appointment in their emails and parents are welcome to attend, if they wish.

Caitlin McCluskey

Students were eligible for two awards at the Assembly:

• Progress Certificate – awarded to students who improved their GPA by at least 1 whole point.
• Academic Pocket – awarded to students who achieved a GPA of 13 or above.

My sincere congratulations to the following girls:

Year 7 – 2025

Pocket Awards

Sofia B., Florence B., Georgina B., Olivia B., Arabella B., Morgan B., Esther B., Caitlyn B., Yujiao C., Yuna C., Holly C., Molly D., Charlotte D., Bonnie E., Camilla F., Madison H., Eloise H., Ha Eun K., Alice K., Haeun L., Florence L., Jialiyu L., Sarah L., Dain P., Harriet P., Amelia R., Charlotte R., Charlotte R., Harriet R., Jiayi X.

Pocket & Progress Awards

Charlotte B.

Progress Awards

Nina C., Jessica J., Ava V., Laqualai W.

Year 8 – 2025

Pocket Awards

Thamanna A., Olivia A., Charlie B., Annabel B., Sofia B., Thea B., Cassandra C., Jiwon C., Gia C., Maya D., Chloe D., Grace E., Hanna F., Agnes F., Juniper F., Isabella G., Ashley J., Chloe J., Alekhya K., Harang L., Cheuk Yi L., Lanarita L., Anabelle M., Mia M., Amelia M., Millicent M., Blaire M., Sienna M., Clara O., Zara P., Rosanna R., Lila S., Sophie S., Zara S., Jessica S., Caitlin S., Ada S., Isabella S., Arabella T., Uyen Bao Dang T., Annabel W., Tilly W.

Progress Awards

Ruby B., Lucy D., Isabella G., Maria-Elena H., Georgina H., Holly I., Lola S., Kaitlyn W.

Year 9 – 2025

Pocket Awards

Zara B., Emily B., Lucy B., Sophie B., Ashleigh C., Emily C., Piper C., Evie C., Ava C., Greer C., Penelope C., Chloe D., Chloe D., Ritz F., Jade F., Zali F., Chelsea G., Danica G., Ashlyn H., Emma H., Sophie H., Lata H., Phoebe J., Scarlett J., Emma K., Isla K., Ella K., Danielle L., Eilish L., Lauren L., Neve M., Sophie M., Georgia M., Siena M., Stella M., Lauren M., Chloe N., Sophia P., Valentina P., Charlotte-Grace P., Isabelle P., Allegra P., Ella P., Emily Q., Jiayu S., Isobel S., Angelica S., Lily T., Eva V., Yueming W., Scarlett Y., Natascha Z., Year 9  Pocket & Progress C., Dakin S.

Progress Awards

Marianne B., Amelia D., Charlotte K., Imogen M.

Year 10 – 2025

Pocket Awards

Holly B., Isabella B., Mia B., Olivia B., Abigail B., Abigail B., Hope C., Emily C., Ruby C., Harriet C., Lucy D., Charlotte F., Clara F., Ha Yeun K., Gina L., Ysabella M., Estelle O., Lucinda R., Madeline R., Talia S., Georgia S., Grace T., Ava T., Inès V., Emma W., Bronte W., Ella W.

Pocket & Progress Awards

Edith B., Tanisha D., Helena G., Harriet L., India M., Madyson W., Siena W.

Progress Awards

Abigail A., Adelaide B., Scarlet B., Lucy B., Isabela C., Madeleine C., Bella D., Olivia D., Elka G., Lucy G., Gabriella H., Cheeky 1 H., Scarlett L., Mabel L., Zchatria Cloe M., Rose-Ethel O., Emma P., Amelia R., Meg S., Annabelle S., Edith S., Makayla W.

Year 11 – 2025

Pocket Awards

Charlotte A., Charlotte B., Claire B., Madeline B., Matilda B., Hannah B., Esther D., Sofia I., Lauren J., Adel K., Lucy L., Xinyi L., Vania L., Andie M., Abby M., Tayla M., Matilda O., Charlotte T., Hiu Ching T., Phoebe W., Chloe W., Polly Y.

Progress Awards

Neve A., Georgia B., Amelie C., Alika C., Sophie H., Emily K., Millicent M., Matilda R.

Assessment Calendars

Assessment calendars for Years 7–11 have been released this week. Students should use these calendars to plan their term.

Chris Dunn

For adolescent learners, predictable patterns—such as consistent sleep, homework schedules, and time for relaxation—help regulate emotions and improve focus. Research shows that structured routines contribute to better academic performance and wellbeing (American Academy of Pediatrics, 2014). At St Margaret’s, we encourage students to set small, achievable goals and stick to them. For example, packing bags the night before or setting aside 20 minutes for reading can make mornings calmer and evenings more productive.

Parents play a vital role in supporting these habits. Simple strategies like creating a quiet study space, modelling healthy routines, and checking in regularly can make a significant difference. As Dorothy H. Cohen wisely said, “No school can work well for children if parents and teachers do not act in partnership on behalf of the children’s best interests” (Cohen, n.d.).

Together, let’s help our girls build routines that empower them to thrive—not just this week, but all year.

References

American Academy of Paediatrics. (2014). Healthy sleep habits for children and teens.

Clear, J. (2018). Atomic habits: An easy & proven way to build good habits & break bad ones. New York: Penguin Random House.

Cohen, D. H. (n.d.). No school can work well for children if parents and teachers do not act in partnership on behalf of the children’s best interest

It is hard to believe this is a quote from a man who survived the horrors of war and despite his harrowing experiences, Eddie Jaku referred to himself as the happiest man on earth, publishing a book by the same name at one hundred years of age. The bedrock of happiness is gratitude. Gratitude is defined as ‘affirming that there are good things in the world – gifts and benefits that we’ve received – and recognising that these sources of goodness come from outside ourselves’ (Zakrzewski, 2013).

Gratitude is an element of our spiritual practices. What is interesting is that emerging research highlights that gratitude is a potential bridge between students’ academic and social wellbeing. It has found that grateful youth have higher results, experience more positive emotions and ultimately go on to live more meaningful lives. Research also suggests that practising gratitude at a young age promotes later development of self-control and self-regulation: both qualities that contribute to lifelong success.  For egocentric, 6- and 7-year-old children, gratitude can be fostered but it doesn’t fully materialise until ages 10-14 when students develop the ability to empathise. Last week I discussed the ways we can develop empathy.

Teachers and parents have a significant role in encouraging children, from an early age, to say why they are grateful. Adults should model this again and again for children to think more deeply in terms of why they’re grateful for someone or something. When a child expresses gratitude, it is recommended that the adult should encourage them to notice intentions (the thought behind the gift that they have received), appreciate costs (someone went out of their way or made sacrifices to help them) and recognise the benefits (someone provided them with a gift or a kind act that has personal value).  

Gratitude does start with the adults in a child’s life because by modelling gratitude, you encourage your child to do the same and together you will value others more and strengthen your relationships.  

As a school community we can be grateful for staff, friends and loving families committed to giving children in our care the best education. 

Angela Drysdale

At assembly on the first day back our Principal Ms Curtis AM introduced the school theme for the year; ‘Optimism and Gratitude’. These mindsets and behaviours are ideal for you to encourage your daughters to cultivate and practice not only at school but also at home. Ms Curtis spoke of finding three people to thank each week, offering thoughtful and authentic explanations for gratitude. She also suggested an approach to developing positive self-talk with the “…yet” concept. For example, if your daughter is struggling with a component of her learning and says, “I can’t do it” or “I’m no good at it”, encourage her to add the word “yet” to the end of the phrase so that she is actively developing an optimistic approach to her capacity to grow, earn and achieve.

If you are looking for further ways to support your daughter in her mindset, behaviours and organisation that will contribute to how she approaches each day, the school’s ‘Expectations of Students’, otherwise known as the ‘Non-Negotiables’, is the perfect companion to ensuring that behaviours adopted for school can be continued into the home context, a crucial aspect of the home-school partnership we value at St Margaret’s. These expectations can be found in the Primary Information Guide on The POD, on the walls of all the student classrooms and in the student diary.

Our ‘Manners Matter’ approach further supports this, with suggestions for how the Non-Negotiables may translate into actions and behaviours, as well as easily being applied to the home context. You will also have the opportunity to hear more about our approaches to learning as well as supporting your daughters to be engaged, contributing members of our community at the Primary Classroom Parent Information Night next Wednesday 11 February at 5.30pm, for which you will have received an invitation on The POD. We look forward to supporting you and your daughters this year to make 2026 a success.

Annette Box

Boarder Music

All boarder musicians have been emailed details regarding boarder music practice. Boarders are able to sign up for thirty-minute sessions of supervised practice from Monday to Thursday via the sign-up sheet on the Boarder Music POD page. They are also more than welcome to use music practice spaces before or after school. If requiring a space before or after school, please see Ms O’Connor (Music Dept Administration Assistant) who will be able to assist in opening rooms. A list of performance opportunities was also be provided to boarder musicians with all dates listed on the Boarder Music POD page. An important date to pop into the diaries is the Boarder Music Recital which will occur in the Arts Centre Foyer on 13 August. We look forward to hearing lots of music-making in the boarding house this year!

Music Ensemble Expectations

With ensembles commencing for 2026, it is timely to remind all students involved in music groups of the St Margaret’s Music Ensemble Expectations. They are as follows:

1. Be on time and prepared for rehearsals with instrument, sheet music and pencil. If music has been misplaced, it is your responsibility to organise replacements in advance.
2. Assist with set-up and set-down of rehearsal space and keep the physical environment tidy. This includes the SHOR instrument storage area. No food or gum to be consumed during rehearsals.
3. Be positive and actively engaged during rehearsals. Listen and revise your part quietly while another part is rehearsing. Mobile phones must be kept in school bags or lockers. Use the bathroom prior to rehearsals rather than during.
4. Practice your part in advance of rehearsals. Be ready to perform your part individually or in small groups if asked by your conductor. Check the POD for resources to assist with practice.
5. Be inclusive and build positive relationships. Sign up for mentoring when required. Communicate respectfully with staff, captains and other students in ensembles.
6. Consistently attend all rehearsals and performances. Be responsible for checking the POD regularly for ensemble notices. Avoid making appointments during rehearsal times where possible. Discuss sport clashes with your ensemble conductor. Please note students in top-tier ensembles, the ensemble rehearsal needs to take priority. If unable to attend, an email must be sent from parents, or if from students, parents (or boarding house) must be cc’d on the email.
7. Always be kind. Practice the St Margaret’s Way. Think about how you want to feel in music rehearsals and think about what you are doing to help others feel that way.

Ensemble performance congratulations

Congratulations to Belle Voci who provided a wonderful performance this week at the Scholars’ Assembly. They performed the highly rhythmic piece entitled Si Si Ni Moja, a Swahili piece that emphasised the power of connection within our communities. Thank you also to Ms Langford who conducted the choir and Mrs Walker for her accompaniment.

Music Day Camp

On Saturday 28 February, the St Margaret’s Music Department will be running a Music Day Camp for students involved in our core ensembles (Jackson Wind Ensemble, Sister Helen Wind Symphony, Volare, Exultate, Stradivari Strings, Chamber Strings). The day will run from 9:00am – 5:30pm at St Margaret’s and will involve a combination of rehearsals, and fun activities, to enable strong relationships to develop across the different ensembles and year groups. The objective for the day is two-fold: we will aim to further build musical capacity in each of the ensembles whilst providing opportunities for students to get to know one another better. This will also be an important opportunity for ensembles to fine-tune their Open Day performances that will occur the following weekend. A letter will be distributed soon with further details regarding the day.

Music Support Group

The St Margaret’s Music Support Group is a committee of dedicated parents who meet regularly to support the girls who participate in the school’s Music Program. The Music Support Group fundraises to purchase a range of instruments/equipment to enhance the department’s resources and organises and assists with refreshments at school concerts. The next Music Support Group meeting will be held on Tuesday 17 March 2026 at 5:00pm in the Canopy Cafe. We encourage parents from both primary and secondary schools to become involved.

Brad King

QGSSSA Swim Camp 2026

Over 60 secondary swimmers hit the St Margaret’s pool and were put through their paces in preparation for the QGSSSA Championships that will be held on 4 March.

During the Tuesday morning swim session, the girls were split into a white team and a navy team. Both groups put down eight fast 50 times each, showing great spirit and camaraderie as each group attempted to get a point over the other to take the win.

Canopy Café was our refuelling hub for the camp providing a place to recharge and recover before the next activity. Fresh fruit, yoghurt, granola, ice cold fruit juice and a hot item of an egg and bacon burger or a ham and cheese croissant was on offer.

Pip Moran lead a Yoga session in the Philip Harris gym. The session focused on releasing and strengthening our swimmers’ shoulders and hips along with core and balance. It was lovely to see everyone embracing this opportunity to be mindful, synchronising their movement with their breath work.

On the Wednesday, Old Girl Amanda Rhode (’98), nutritionist and swimming coach, lead the girls through an informative, fun session around pre-fuelling before racing. Many QG girls named this session a highlight, and one they would put into practice with their day-to-day training and racing. 

Our camp concluded with a visit from Annabel from Swimming Queensland who presented on relay change overs and dryland activation for dives. This was all put into practice with specific relay drills and station work.

It was an absolute delight to see so many girls work in different teams and groups through the three days. Their attitudes towards training hard, learning new information and embracing challenging situations was extraordinary. I can’t wait to see what they can do in the pool at the Championships! Go Maggies!

Andrews Cup Swimming Camp

Over 110 primary school girls attended the Primary Swimming Camp. Activities working on dryland included Speed and Agility, Yoga, team building and understanding the Andrew Cup Championship before the pool sessions each day. The pool session saw the girls continuing to learn, develop and strengthen their four strokes. To top off the week we saw some fast swimming at the Sisters’ Meet with St Aidan’s. The coaching team is very excited to see the girls through the term and into the Championship event held on 9 March. 

In other sports news, the sport office is already moving through trials and training sessions with Cricket, AFL Seniors and Artistic Gymnastics and Touch Football starting in these first few weeks of the term and last Saturday was the return for Club Water Polo. Our first QG fixtures for 2026 began on Wednesday this week with our first round of Cricket for our Open and Div 1 teams.

Whilst many of our community have enjoyed some relaxation time over the Christmas holidays, some of our sporting students have continued working hard and competing in their chosen sports. In early December, St Margaret’s took a team of students to Melbourne to compete at the All Schools National Challenge. Of our two teams competing, our Intermediate came in 4^th place, only 1 point before 3^rd and two points from 2^nd! A very tight competition! Of particular note, Ashley B won the High Jump and Lucinda R won the Javelin in their respective divisions. Ashley also became the National U17 High Jump Champion with a new PB of 1.76m with the Maggies team watching in support!

St Margaret’s also participated in the Queensland State Titles for Water Polo with two teams representing the school. Thanks to Angela Crowe and Zac Hudson for working with these teams during the holiday break. We had some great results and our Under 16s came in 3^rd place.

There was also some individual recognition for some Maggies girls who were selected as "Queensland State Titles Tournament All Stars" at the tournament. Congratulations to our students.

- Molly D (U14) 

- Ruby C (U16)  

The sport team are happy to recognise the outstanding achievements and representation of students participating at a national level, outside of the school sport pathway. I look forward to continuing to hear from our community regarding such outstanding achievement. Please directly contact Ms Williams via awilliams@stmargarets.qld.edu.au.

Anne Louise Williams

The 2026 Captains have introduced a Junior Category (Years 7-9) and Senior Category (Years 10-12) for Artists of the Month, so keep your eyes peeled for the February instalment of the award. Both artworks showcase exceptional skill and a creative approach in artistic expression.

Well done to Olivia for her lino print—Eye of the Tiger, and Gina Lee for her social comment painting—Just Say No. Congratulations again to these girls!

Evie, Sofia, Elysia and Stella

Love Art? Wish it was a co-curricular?

Today is your lucky day! SmART Club is the Visual Art co-curricular open to any student from Years 7-12. Come along on Tuesday afternoons from 3:30-4:30pm. Sign up closes 17 February, but our first session starts in Week 3 for Years 8-12. Any questions, please email Mrs Lucy Hulme lhulme@stmargarets.qld.edu.au.

Parents are welcome to grab a coffee or drink from the café when dropping off or picking up their daughters and students attending before or after school sport training, music rehearsals or study sessions will be able to fuel up with nutritious food and drinks.

The café window will also be open 8:30am to 12pm on Saturdays when Water Polo games are scheduled at St Margaret’s Pool, serving drinks and light snacks.

Today, one in six Australians lives with disability - directly impacting talent pipelines, procurement, ESG strategy and community expectations. As Queensland accelerates toward 2032 with a bold inclusion agenda, early adopters will hold the competitive edge.

Join us as Clare shares insights into Youngcare’s growth and learn how your organisation can embed practical inclusive practices into your operations to strengthen performance and stay competitive. 

Time:                    6:45am arrival for 7:00am-8:45am 
Venue:                  Arts Centre Foyer, St Margaret's Anglican Girls School
Format:                Sit down breakfast with grab and go barista coffee on arrival 
Tickets:                 $90 adults, $55 students (Years 10 to 12/tertiary)
Corporate tables: $850 (10 seats), includes company logo displayed on table and acknowledgement during event. 

To purchase tickets or a corporate table:Click Here

We thank our series sponsors, Major Sponsor: Pitcher Partners. Supporting Sponsors: Wolff Coffee Roasters, Clear Insurance.

Don’t forget to save the date for the remainder of our PWN events this year:

PWN 2: Thursday 14 May with guest speaker, Peta Bistany (née Dee) (’86),

Specialist Advisor, International Sports Expansion (London); Board Member, Great Ormond Street Hospital

PWN 3: Wednesday 26 August, Panel - Urban Transformation ahead of 2032

PWN 4: Thursday 29 October with guest speaker, Chelsey Drake, Chair, Allens | Member, Australian Government Takeovers Panel

Limited sponsorship opportunities for the 2026 PWN Series are still available. Download the Prospectus and learn more at Professional Women's Network - St Margaret's or please email the Development and Community Office via developmentandcommunity@stmargarets.qld.edu.au

Secondary Mother Daughter Summer Social

The St Margaret’s P&F Association invites all girls in Years 7 to 12 and their mothers or significant women in their lives to the Secondary Mother Daughter Summer Social.

Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of fun, laughter, and bonding at a premier Brisbane rooftop destination! Enjoy delicious food, refreshing drinks, and fabulous entertainment, including a live DJ spinning your favourite tunes!

Date:                    Sunday 22 February 2026
Time:                    11:00am - 3:00pm
Venue:                 Lina Rooftop Bar, 74/80 Tribune St, South Brisbane

Cost:                     $140 Adult (includes a Lina Spritz on arrival)

                               $110 Student (includes 4-hour soft drink package)

Dress:                   Summer Chic

We realise that it is not possible for all girls to invite their mothers and we would encourage them to invite a significant woman in their life, a relative or family friend.

Tickets are available here: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1469168 (until 5 February unless sold out prior).

St Margaret’s Fathers’ Dinner

The St Margaret’s P&F Association invites all St Margaret's fathers and father figures to the 2026 Fathers' Dinner, featuring guest speaker, Wally Lewis AM.

Date:     Friday 13 March 2026

Time:    6:30pm arrival for 7:00pm start

Venue:  Rivershed at Howard Smith Wharves  

Cost:     $229 per person - includes a meal and drinks package for the evening.

Tables:  Maximum table capacity is 10 people. Seating requests can be made by nominating a Table Captain or Year Group at the time of booking. Best efforts will be made to meet any requests.

Tickets are available here: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1459800 (until Wednesday 25 February 2026, unless sold out prior).

This event is proudly supported by Supporting Sponsors: Morgans

Wine tree raffle – can you help?

The wine tree is back for the 2026 Fathers’ Dinner and the P&F need your help!

Do you have a nice bottle of wine sitting at home looking for a great cause to be donated to? Don’t have a bottle to donate but would like to help with a Dan Murphys gift voucher? If so, the P&F Association would love to hear from you.

You can choose to donate anonymously or have your name displayed with your contribution. On the night of the Fathers’ Dinner, all the wine will be offered via a live auction.

If you can help us grow the tree and donate a bottle (or two), please email p&f@stmargarets.qld.edu.au with details of the wine so we can update the tree.

Donations can be delivered to the Development and Community Office by a parent or guardian between the hours of 9am and 4pm during the school week. Please note that students are not permitted to deliver wine tree donations.

If you would like additional information, please contact the P&F Association via p&f@stmargarets.qld.edu.au or (07) 3862 0825.

Tickets for the 2026 Past Student Awards Dinner are on sale now

Join us for an inspirational evening to hear the journeys of this year's Past Student Award winners, Professor Catherine Greenhill (’87), Natalie Charlton (’12), and Magie James nee Leung (’72) as we celebrate their outstanding achievements.

We invite you to join us with your daughters to hear from and celebrate inspirational St Margaret's women who have made outstanding contributions to our society and achieved great success in their chosen field.

Event Details

Date:                    Wednesday 25 March 2026
Time:                    Pre-dinner drinks and canapes at 6.30pm
                              Dinner at 7.00pm (including Awards presentation)
Venue:                  Arts Centre Foyer, St Margaret's AGS
Tickets:                 $99 adult, $69 student

Please purchase your tickets here.

For enquiries please contact the Development and Community Office on (07) 3862 0767 or email developmentandcommunity@stmargarets.qld.edu.au.

Lara Pickering