Congratulations to John James, College Prefect, for his remarkable achievements in cricket. John has been selected in the Under 17 NSW State cricket squad for the Nationals competition.  We wish John continued success on his cricket journey.

Congratulations to Matthew Frost-Foster who embarked on an incredible journey to Japan during the school holidays, where he had the honor of training with Sensei Hidetada Ishiki, a renowned Okinawa Kobudo Master. In addition to this invaluable experience, he also had the opportunity to showcase his skills at the Okinawa Prefecture Kobudo Tournament. Kobudo is a traditional Okinawan martial art that focuses on the use of various weapons. In a remarkable display of talent and dedication, Matthew emerged victorious in his division, competing with the Bo. This remarkable achievement builds on his previous success in the global Ryukyu online championship for Bo last year. Matthew is a dedicated competitor, training in a variety of weapons at BBMA Gosford. His impressive accomplishments are a testament to his commitment and passion for martial arts. As he approaches his HSC year, he aspires to continue representing his skills on an international stage, showcasing his talent and determination to the world.

Congratulations to Mathis Limpkin in Year 10, who was a member of the Northern NSW Under 16 Futsal team that took part in the National School Futsal Championship held in Brisbane during the school holidays. With unwavering determination and exceptional teamwork, Mathis and the team remained undefeated throughout the tournament, showcasing their remarkable skills and sportsmanship. Their hard work paid off as they clinched the title, becoming the 2023 Under 16 champions, a testament to their dedication and talent in the world of futsal. An outstanding achievement Mathis.

Congratulations to Toa Paea in Year 10, on his well-deserved selection in the NSW Under 15's Waratahs! His exceptional skills, dedication, and unwavering commitment to the sport have truly paid off. Toa's outstanding effort on the field is a testament to his hard work and passion for rugby. As Toa embarks on this exciting journey with the Waratahs, we look forward to witnessing his talent shine even brighter. We wish Toa all the best in his upcoming endeavors with the NSW 15's Waratahs.

Congratulations to Charlie Jordan in Year 7 and Cooper Armstrong in Year 7 for their outstanding performance as they represented Central Coast at the NSW Rugby Union Country Championships recently in Yamba. Their dedication and skill on the rugby field truly shone through. The NSW Rugby Union Country Championships is a highly competitive event, and Charlie and Cooper's commitment to their team and their sport is commendable. They showcased their talent, determination, and teamwork throughout the tournament, and it's no surprise that they contributed significantly to their team's success of fourth-place.  A great achievement boys.  

Congratulations are in order for Harrison Mitchell in Year 12, who has achieved an exceptional feat. After the recent 2023 Australian Karting Championship held in Melbourne, Harry has solidified his position as the 3rd best Kart racer in  Australia within his class of X30. This accomplishment is nothing short of extraordinary and speaks volumes about Harrison's dedication and skill in the world of Kart racing. To earn this prestigious ranking, Harrison embarked on an arduous journey through the Australian Karting Championships, which consisted of five challenging rounds held in different states across Australia within a field of 77 competitors from Australia and New Zealand. We commend Harrison for his exceptional achievement and look forward to witnessing his continued success as he undoubtedly has a promising future in the world of motorsports. Congratulations Harrison on this outstanding accomplishment!

Congratulations to James Beatson and Kale Puata, both Year 11 students who are embarking on incredible journeys of personal growth and leadership. James will be taking on the Kokoda Track challenge on 14 September, supported by Wamberal SLSC as part of his Duke of Edinburgh Award.  Likewise, Kale Puata will be participating in the Kokoda Track challenge through the RSL's Kokoda Youth Leadership Challenge on 26 October.  We applaud their courage and wish them all the best as they conquer the Kokoda Track. [caption id="attachment_46454" align="alignleft" width="200"] James Beatson[/caption] [caption id="attachment_46455" align="alignleft" width="200"] Kale Puata[/caption]

Congratulations to Joshua Judd in Year 12 who has been selected to receive a Youth Community Service Award by the NSW Branch of the Order of Australia Association. The Award recognises NSW senior High School students who have shown commendable service to their local communities.  Some of Joshua's notable examples of his service include:  Service at Coast Shelter; Service as a Surf Life Saver at Macmasters Beach SLSC; Service to local nursing homes; over 100 hours of community service each year between 2018 and 2023. Joshua will be presented with the award by Her Excellency, The Honourable Margaret Beazley AC QC, Governor of NSW at a ceremony at Government House in September. An outstanding achievement  Joshua.

Congratulations to Jayden Redfern in Year 12, who recently competed in the Sharkskin Surf Life Saving Australian IRB Championships at Kingscliff. Jayden, together with Old Boy Jacob Curcio, won a gold medal in the Under 23 Tube Rescue event. An outstanding achievement Jayden.

Congratulations to Noah Nakagawa in Year 12, for breaking the College Athletics record in the Opens 100 m sprint at the recent athletics carnival.  Noah achieved a remarkable time of 11.37 seconds.  This is truly an outstanding accomplishment, Noah.