RISING STARS | St Mary Star of the Sea College is delighted to share the selection of four of our talented students to the NSW Country U16 Girls Basketball Team. Year 9 students Addison Bonham and Sarah Campbell and Year 10 students Taylah Curtis and Olivia Pupovac. All four are members of the Illawarra Hawks program. They recently showcased their talents at the 2025 John Martin Country Tournament, held from 7–9 June at the Illawarra Sports Stadium in Berkeley. Competing against top regional teams from across NSW. Next up, they will represent NSW Country at the Foot Locker U16 National Championships in Bendigo, Victoria, from 6 to 13 July 2025. Congratulations Girls! #StMarysProud #NSWCountry #BasketballChampions #FootLockerNationals #IllawarraHawks #WomenInSport

WE ARE NEARLY THERE | A big thank you to all the families who have already volunteered to host students from Keika Girls’ High School in Japan. We still need 3 more billets for their visit from 21 July – 1 August. This is an amazing chance to share cultures, make friendships, and welcome Japan into your home. Daily allowance + full support provided. EOIs due by this Wednesday via link https://forms.office.com/r/VR8ySyP6FA #JapaneseExchange #StMarysSpirit #HostAFriendship

GREAT BARRIER REEF | While we have been rugged up in scarves and jumpers, our adventurous Year 11 Geography students were soaking up the sunshine and studying the stunning Great Barrier Reef! Last week, the girls headed north to Fitzroy Island for an unforgettable field trip investigating coastal landforms, exploring marine ecosystems, and experiencing geography come to life in one of Australia’s most spectacular natural environments. #SMCGeography #FitzroyIsland #LearningBeyondTheClassroom #GreatBarrierReef #StMarysStarOfTheSea