The Lions' Roar 07/08/2026

August 

Monday, 10 August - Public Holiday, Scenic Rim Show Day, Science Week

Wednesday, 19 to 21 August - Years 5 & 6 Primary Camp

Wednesday, 19 August - HIA Round 3 Secondary

Tuesday, 25 to Friday 28 August - Scholastic Book Fair, Book Week

Thursday, 27 August - Book Week Costume Day

September

Wednesday, 2 September - Primary Father's Day Stall, Daddy Drop Off BBQ

Thursday, 3 September - College Photo Day

Friday, 4 September - QLD Student Free Day

Please note - dates for events may be subject to change

When rugby league legends take over the oval… you know it’s going to be a good day! Tamborine Mountain College students didn't just meet sporting heroes, they learnt what greatness really looks like.

Scott Prince – former Brisbane Broncos premiership winner and Queensland representative

Jack Reed – former NRL star and international representative

Jharal Yow Yeh – former Brisbane Bronco, Queensland representative and one of rugby league's most inspiring voices.

Our Prep to Year 2 students enjoyed some HUGE laughs and of course some free stuff, walking away with signed posters, and new heroes!

Our Our Years 3–6 students were straight into action, running drills, learning new skills and soaking up every tip, trick and story from the experts. There were plenty of big smiles, plenty of laughs and maybe a few future rugby league stars spotted on the oval!

Then it was time for our Years 7–9 students to get the inside scoop, not just about the glory moments, but what really happens behind the scenes. They heard about the hard work, the setbacks, the injuries, the sacrifices and the mindset needed to make it to the top.

A huge thank you to Scott, Jack and Jharal for bringing your swagger, passion, stories and incredible energy to TMC. You didn't just teach our students about rugby league today… you showed them what it takes to chase a dream! 

This week we also celebrated Principal's Appreciation Day and we paused to celebrate and thank the incredible leader at the heart of our College, Mrs Stevens.

Great Principals do so much more than lead a school. They inspire, encourage, challenge, listen, support and create a place where every child has the opportunity to thrive. Their influence reaches far beyond the classroom, shaping futures, strengthening communities and leaving a lasting impact on the lives of students, staff and families.

We are incredibly grateful for the difference she makes every single day.

Thank you, Mrs Stevens, for your leadership, your passion and your heart.

Happy Principal's Appreciation Day! 

This week we celebrated Heads of School Appreciation Day and here at TMC we love to celebrate the incredible people who guide and support our students, staff and families every day.

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to Head of Primary, Mr Stevens and Head of Secondary, Mr Andrews, for the passion, dedication and care they bring to Tamborine Mountain College.

Today, we simply say thank you.

Thank you for your dedication.

Thank you for your guidance.

Thank you for the countless ways you make a difference!

Tamborine Mountain College supported Genes for Jeans Day, Australia's iconic fundraising campaign for the Children's Medical Research Institute.

Students and staff swapped their uniforms for denim, filled the College with a sea of blue jeans, and generously donated gold coins to help fund life changing medical research into childhood genetic diseases.

It was wonderful to see our community come together in support of such an important cause. Every donation contributes to groundbreaking research that is helping scientists find new treatments and cures, bringing hope to countless children and families across Australia.

A huge thank you to everyone who wore their jeans, made a donation, and embraced the spirit of the day. Together, our TMC community helped make a real difference as we continue working towards making the incurable... curable.

magine standing beneath the towering peak of Mt Fuji, racing through the countryside on the world famous Shinkansen bullet train, stepping into the incredible digital world of teamLab Planets, exploring the magic of Tokyo DisneySea, wandering the ancient streets of Kyoto, and discovering the vibrant energy of Osaka.

In June 2027, this won't just be a dream, it could be your reality.

Tamborine Mountain College has long held partnerships with Japanese schools who visit our College regularly throughout the year! This time TMC is thrilled to invite students currently in Years 9, 10 and 11 to be part of the Japan Tour 2027, an unforgettable 11-day adventure and once in a lifetime experiences with lifelong friendships.

This is an opportunity to:

Discover one of the world's most fascinating cultures.

Build confidence and independence.

See the world from a new perspective.

Create memories with friends that will last a lifetime.

Tour Highlights include:

Tokyo DisneySea

teamLab Planets

Tsukuba Space Centre

Mt Fuji & Hakone

Shinkansen Bullet Train

Kyoto's historic temples and cultural treasures

Osaka Castle

Kaiyukan Aquarium

Expressions of Interest close Monday 10 August 2026.

Secure your place early, with deposits due by Monday 24 August 2026.

Families are encouraged to read the Parent and Student Information Pack for full details, including the itinerary, costs and eligibility requirements. A Parent Information Evening will also be held soon, with details to follow.

The world is waiting. Will you be on board? 

Our College has long held strong partnerships with the many Japanese schools who have experienced College life here at TMC. Our campus has again been filled with new friendships, shared experiences and plenty of smiles as we warmly welcomed our visitors from AICJ Osaka, Japan.

Our guests joined classes and explored Australian school life while connecting with our students through culture and conversation. 

At Tamborine Mountain College, we believe some of the most valuable learning happens beyond the classroom. By opening our doors to students from around the world, we are helping our young people develop confidence, cultural understanding and the skills to thrive in an increasingly connected world.

To our Japanese friends from AICJ, thank you for sharing your culture, your kindness and your enthusiasm with us. We hope your time on the mountain is filled with wonderful memories, and we look forward to strengthening this special international friendship for many years to come! 

Tuesday afternoons at TMC have been packed with energy, enthusiasm, and incredible talent! Our weekly Brisbane Roar Clinics are officially a massive hit, bringing together students aged 4 to 12 every Tuesday from 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM for an hour of action-packed football development.

Guided by professional coaches from the Brisbane Roar, our young athletes are:

• Building Core Skills: Mastering dribbling, passing, positional play, and ball control through expert-led drills.
• Growing Confidence: Developing teamwork, communication, and sportsmanship on and off the field.
• Having Fun: Staying active, making new friends, and developing a lifelong love for the game!

The response from our school community has been overwhelming! The pitch is buzzing every single week, and with high demand, we currently have a growing waiting list for upcoming spots. We couldn't be prouder of the dedication, effort, and sportsmanship our students bring to every session.

Want to get involved?

While current sessions are full, please keep an eye out for future term announcements.

Mr David Evans

- Year 5 & Year 6 Students 

- Thursday Lunch Time: 1130am - 12pm 

- Trial students are encouraged to wear their sports uniform and their football boots. 

- Competition Day: Wednesday 9th of September at TKIS

- Training: Begins Week 7 (Thursday Lunch Time: 1130am - 12pm)

In Term 3 each year, our Primary SRC undertakes an Act of Service project, providing students with the opportunity to live out our College values of Kindness, Integrity, Equity and Success (KIES) by making a positive contribution to our community.

Following a student-led voting process, this year's SRC selected a gardening project that they believe will make a lasting difference to our College grounds. Students were keen to choose an initiative that would involve everyone working together while creating something that can be enjoyed for years to come.

The project will focus on restoring and maintaining a garden space within the College. Through this work, students will demonstrate kindness by serving others, integrity by caring for shared spaces, equity by creating an environment that everyone can enjoy, and success by working together towards a common goal.

The SRC will meet with our groundsman next Tuesday to identify the most suitable location and begin planning the work ahead. This will include preparing the garden area, identifying any plants and materials required and organising a planting day for students.

We look forward to sharing updates as the project develops and celebrating the positive contribution our Primary SRC is making to the College community.

Last Friday, our Senior, Junior and Yr 4 Band members enjoyed our final incursions with the Southern Cross Soloists (SXS). We built on our improvisation skills and collaborated to make our own piece. SXS were particularly impressed with our volunteer soloists, and our Senior Band's preparation of Engine 26. 

The Senior Band will join with SXS, TMO and other schools to perform at the opening concert of the SXS Chamber Music Festival next weekend at Shambala Estate. 

There's something at the festival for everyone! Families with young children are invited to attend the Meet The Instruments family session at 9:30am on Saturday August 15 - child tickets are very affordable, and parents attend free: https://www.sxsfestival.com/meet-the-instruments. Enjoy a free community folk music night at Fortitude Brewing Co, a peaceful Sound Healing session, or browse during the Secret Concert afternoon. How lucky we are to have such beautiful music right on our doorstep!

Ms Kristy Jewell

Tamborine Mountain College is incredibly proud to announce that our youngest TMC Equestrian Team rider, William, has been selected to represent both Tamborine Mountain College and the Queensland State Team in the Primary CT65 class at the Australian Interschool Equestrian Championships this September.

We are thrilled to have officially accepted this prestigious position and can't wait to see William compete on the national stage. His selection is a testament to his dedication, determination and countless hours of hard work in the saddle.

From everyone at TMC, we congratulate William on this outstanding achievement and wish him every success as he proudly wears the maroon for Queensland and represents our College among Australia's best young equestrians.

A special thank you to our proud TMC Equestrian Team sponsor, Professionals Tamborine Mountain for your continued support of our riders and our growing equestrian program.

Good luck, William, we'll all be cheering you on!

Congratulations to Harlow, who has received an exciting invitation to compete in the CT50 class at the Australian Interschool Equestrian Championships this September!

Already set to compete in the Novice class, Harlow will now proudly represent Tamborine Mountain College and Queensland in both the Novice and CT50 competitions, an incredible achievement that reflects her talent, versatility and commitment to the sport.

To earn the opportunity to compete across two classes at the national level is a remarkable accomplishment, and we couldn't be prouder of everything Harlow has achieved.

The entire Tamborine Mountain College community wishes Harlow every success as she takes on Australia's best young equestrians. We know you'll represent our College with pride, determination and sportsmanship.

A heartfelt thank you to our proud TMC Equestrian Team sponsor Professionals Tamborine Mountain, for supporting our riders as they continue to achieve extraordinary milestones.

Congratulations, Harlow! We'll be cheering you on every stride of the way.

Tamborine Mountain College students proudly represented the College at the District Athletics Championships.

Our athletes gave every event their all, displaying resilience, teamwork and the courage to compete at their very best. We are incredibly proud of every student who wore the green and gold with pride.

A special congratulations to some of our standout performers:

Lovisa stormed home to claim 1st place in the 800m District Final.

Sophia delivered an incredible run to secure 2nd place in the 800m, making it an outstanding TMC one, two finish.

Will leapt to victory in the 18 Years Triple Jump, taking 1st place with an impressive performance.

These achievements are a testament to the commitment, perseverance and hard work our students put into their training. Congratulations to all of our competitors for representing TMC with excellence, we can't wait to see what comes next!

Go TMC!

Why futsal is valuable for students

Futsal is a fast-paced and exciting sport that gives every player plenty of opportunities to participate. Because it is played on a smaller court with fewer players, children receive more touches on the ball and remain actively involved throughout the game.

Futsal can help students develop:

• Confidence and self-belief
• Teamwork and communication
• Coordination, balance, speed and fitness
• Quick thinking and decision-making
• Ball control, passing and movement
• Resilience and problem-solving skills
• Friendships and positive social connections

For students who already play outdoor football, futsal is one of the best ways to continue improving during the off-season. The skills developed through futsal transfer directly into football and can help players return to their outdoor clubs next season sharper, more confident and more comfortable on the ball.

It is also a great opportunity for children who may not currently belong to a sporting club to become active, meet new people and experience being part of a team.

Players do not need an existing team

Students can enter as a complete team with school friends, football teammates or family members.

They can also register individually without having a team. Our friendly games and information sessions are designed to help players meet others, form teams and find a suitable competition for their age and experience.

Students are welcome to join one competition or play at more than one venue if they would like additional games and further development opportunities.

Local Term 4 and Term 1 competitions

Baskerville Sports Centre

Parklands Christian College

Mondays: Juniors U7–U10
Tuesdays: U11–U17
Time: 5:00pm–7:00pm

Friendly games, sign-on and information sessions will be held on Monday 7 September and Tuesday 8 September.

Register here:
https://austfutsal.spawtz.com/registration/leagues?venueids=21

Cornubia Indoor Sports Centre

Mondays: Juniors U7–U10
Thursdays: U11–U17

Friendly games, sign-on and information sessions will be held on Monday 14 September and Thursday 17 September from 5:00pm–7:00pm.

Register here:
https://austfutsal.spawtz.com/registration/leagues?venueids=20

Mt Warren Indoor Sports Centre

Wednesdays: U8, U10, U12, U14, U16, U18 and Men’s
Thursdays: Men’s and Mixed

Students can register individually, enter with friends or register a complete team.

Register here:
https://austfutsal.spawtz.com/registration/leagues?venueids=23

Further playing opportunities

Our club competitions also provide players with the opportunity to progress into future Logan City Vikings or Scenic Rim Berserkers teams.

Players who demonstrate commitment, improvement, teamwork and a positive attitude may have opportunities to represent their region and continue progressing through the Australian Futsal Association pathway.

While these opportunities are exciting, our main goal is to provide every child with a supportive environment where they can enjoy playing, improve their skills, build confidence and make new friends.

We are delighted to announce a new Community Partnership between Tamborine Mountain College and Medland Orthodontics. You may have noticed they were also our Major Prize Sponsor for our $10,000 Invisalign Package so kindly given away at our 30 Year Anniversary Gala. This ongoing partnership offers exclusive benefits to our families, staff, and alumni, while also supporting our College community.

Here’s how it works:

All TMC students, families, staff, and alumni will receive a $250 discount off orthodontic treatment at Medland Orthodontics.

In addition, Medland Orthodontics will generously donate $250 back to Tamborine Mountain College for every new patient who commences treatment.

To access this exclusive offer, simply mention the code VIPTMC25 at your new patient consultation.

This is a wonderful way to invest in your smile while also giving back to the College. We thank Medland Orthodontics for their partnership and commitment to supporting our community.

Platinum Sponsor: Professionals Tamborine Mountain

Gold Sponsor:  Thank you to our generous silent partner

Silver Sponsor:  Collequted Physiotherapy