The Lions' Roar 12/09/2025

At Tamborine Mountain College, we deeply value the time, care, and support our volunteers give to our community. Volunteering is a wonderful way to support your child’s learning, connect with other families, and contribute to the spirit of our College.

To ensure all volunteers are prepared and meet legislative requirements, a new process has been introduced. From 30 September 2025, all College volunteers must hold a valid Blue Card. 

If you are a current volunteer, or would like to become one, we require you to adhere to the below process please.

How to Become a Volunteer

Step 1: Registration
Complete the Volunteer Registration Form via Parent Lounge:
School Links > General Links > Volunteer Details Form

Step 2: Blue Card Application

Apply online (free of charge) here: Volunteer Blue Card. During the process, you will be asked to connect your application to an organisation. At this point, please email volunteers@tmc.qld.edu.au with your application/account number. Once you are linked to the College, you may continue with your online application.

Alternatively, you can submit a paper Application here: application form to volunteers@tmc.qld.edu.au

Once your Blue Card arrives, please email a photo of it for College records.

Step 3: Volunteer Briefing
After your Blue Card is confirmed, you will be invited to attend a Volunteer Briefing in Term 1, 2026, hosted by Head of Primary Mark Stevens and Business Development Manager Nikki Ward. Two sessions will be held in The Hall, with dates to be confirmed early next year. Attendance at one session is required.

Step 4: Ongoing Requirements
Once complete, you will be eligible to assist in classrooms, on excursions and camps, and at College events. The process remains valid for three years, with a simple refresher briefing required for ongoing participation.

If you have any questions, please contact Nikki Ward, Business Development directly.

We sincerely thank all our volunteers for their time and commitment. Your involvement makes a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and staff.

September

Friday, 19 September - Last Day of Term 3

October

Monday, 6 October - Kings Birthday Public Holiday

Tuesday, 7 October - First Day of Term 4

Tuesday 14 October - Year 11 Authentic Art Experience Excursion

Monday, 20 to Friday, 24 October - Year 12 Study Week

Wednesday, 22 October - Secondary Swimming Carnival

Monday, 27 to Friday, 14 November - Year 12 External Exams

November

Wednesday, 5 November - P & F AGM

Friday, 7 November - Primary Talent Show (NEW DATE)

Wednesday, 12 November - Year 10 Careers Mock Interview Morning

Friday, 14 November - Prep to 2 and Year 3 to 6 Swimming Carnivals

Wednesdsay, 19 November - Awards (Yr 3 to 12) & Year 12 Graduation Night, 6pm to 8.15pm

At Robina Community Centre - Attendance required for award winners (Yr 3 to 12), student performers and all Year 12 Students (parents to transport their own children to and from event.  Performers will be transported via bus from TMC to allow for rehearsal time).

Thursday, 20 November - Year 12 Guard ofHonour

Friday, 21 November - Year 12 Formal

Wednesday, 26 November - Year 6 Celebration Dinner

Thursday, 27 November - Year 7 Orientation Day

Friday, 28 November - Prep Gala

Wednesday, 3 December - Students Last Day Term 4

Thursday 4 & Friday 5 December - Student Free Days

Please note - dates for events may be subject to change

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.

Earlier this week, Year 11 student Teegan M, stepped aboard the Windeward Bound — ready to set sail at first light on an incredible voyage!
The Windeward Bound is no ordinary vessel — this magnificent 33m Brigantine has logged over 100,000 nautical miles, circumnavigated Australia, ventured to New Zealand and back, and sailed right around Tasmania.
Through the Windeward Bound Trust (est. 1993), countless young Australians have experienced personal growth, resilience, teamwork, and the thrill of the sea.
We wish Teegan fair winds and following seas as they embark on this life-changing adventure! 

Mr David Haskins

Year 11 student Luka H has recently completed a run of performances as a lead character in the Goat Track Theatre production of Drumroll Please; it's Stevie Louise. Luka has been performing on stage for the last 6 years and has true passion for the craft of acting. In fact, Luka has recently been an extra on a yet to be announced international film that has wrapped filming in Brisbane. When asked what it was that attracted him to the stage, Luka stated, "I really love being on stage and having fun with the other cast members. I also love entertaining a crowd and being able to embrace the comedy and joy in life". 

In this most recent production, Luka played the role of Alex, a flamboyant, dramatic and gregarious young man who dreams of a life on Broadway and who has an obsession with the musical Grease. Having seen the production, I can assure you that Luka shone bright. We can't wait to see what possibilities the future brings for Luka. 

Mr David Haskins

Do you have a child with an interest in coding?

The National Computer Science Workshop (NCSW) is a 5-day summer school bringing together talented young people from around Australia. The Workshop will take place for students in grades 8, 9, 10 and 11, in January 2026.  All NCSW students reside at home and will attend the workshops virtually for the duration of their sessions.

NCSW applications will be accepted from students who will complete Year 8, Year 9, Year 10 and Year 11 in 2025.  No prior knowledge of computing is assumed. The registration cost is $200.
See all the details to register at this website link: https://www.aubotacademy.com/ncsw

Mrs Rebecca Andrews

A big congratulations to year 11 student Jorja S., who has been successful in gaining a School-Based Traineeship with Gold Coast Health.

Jorja will be working as part of the administration team at the Gold Coast University Hospital, starting in the September school holidays and continuing to work one day per week for the next year.  As part of the traineeship, Jorja will be working towards completing a Certificate III in Business Administration.

Jorja was selected from hundreds of applicants from schools across the Gold Coast, and she is excited to start work.

Mrs Peita Parker-Browne
 

The Primary Talent Show will now be held in Term 4, rather than on the final day of this term. This change will allow our performers more time to prepare and showcase their talents with confidence. Families of students selected to perform will receive an email next week with details, ensuring plenty of notice for rehearsals and planning.

The Primary Talent Show will no longer run as a "competition", where a 1st place winner is announced. Similar to the Secondary show, the Primary Talent Show will now be a "showcase", where the performers create a show that celebrates their unique talents.

This morning, our Year 5 students were treated to a very special visit from wildlife expert Mark Culleton and his magnificent birds of prey. The display was the culmination of their term-long studies on the Powerful Owl, where students have dissected owl pellets, investigated adaptations, and even used Audiomoths as part of the Powerful Owl Project. The highlight was meeting Agatha the Powerful Owl and Rocky the Barn Owl up close, an experience that brought their learning vividly to life. Students were captivated by the birds’ presence and inspired by the chance to see first-hand the incredible adaptations they had been studying in class. It was a memorable conclusion to an engaging unit of study.

Mr Ben Forbes & Mr Robert Schönherr

On Wednesday 10th September, Prep had such a wonderful time on our excursion to David Fleay Wildlife Park in Burleigh! 

The children loved exploring the different animal homes and spotting the amazing creatures who live there. This tied perfectly into our Science and HASS learning, as we have been discussing where animals live and what materials are needed to build their homes. The students were especially fascinated by how waterproofing helps to keep habitats safe and dry and the animals different kinds of coverings!

It was a great day of investigating, adventure, and plenty of curious questions taking our learning outdoors for the day!

Ms Sara Plumb