From the Dean of Identity

Rice House Supporting Eat Up Australia

Last week, students from Rice House came together with their House Action Group to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others by preparing more than 1,000 sandwiches to support Eat Up Australia, a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to helping students in need.

Many families may be surprised to learn that 1 in 3 Australian students at schools supported by Eat Up Australia arrive at school without lunch. Access to nutritious food is essential for students’ well-being, learning, and development, and organisations such as these play a vital role in bridging this gap. As Australia’s only national organisation providing free school lunches, Eat Up Australia has now delivered over 5 million lunches to children across the country.

Through their efforts, the students of Rice House played an important part in supporting the organisation’s broader mission of providing tens of thousands of lunches to vulnerable students.

We are incredibly proud of our students for the compassion, generosity, and sense of service they demonstrated during their visit, demonstrating that as a College we are fully committed to fostering an inclusive community where all feel supported and valued.

If you would like to learn more about Eat Up Australia or would like to support their program through volunteering or donations, please visit Home | Eat Up

Shore2Gate: It’s Not Too Late to Make a Difference!

Today, our St Patrick’s College community came together for the much-anticipated Shore2Gate 10km Walkathon. An event that is a powerful celebration of community spirit, compassion, and purpose. While the walk itself may be complete, the impact is far from over, and there is still time to make your contribution.

This event is so much more than a walk, Shore2Gate is an opportunity for our young men to take meaningful action and support causes that make a real difference both locally and globally. Funds raised will go towards our House Action Groups, as well as key outreach initiatives including the Redcliffe Breakfast Club, SANDBAG, and our ministries in India.

As the College’s largest annual fundraising event, Shore2Gate brings together fitness, fun, and the shared goal of giving back. Thanks to the incredible generosity of our community so far, we have already made a strong start, every additional contribution helps extend that impact even further.

Donations are still open and can be made via the fundraising cards or emails sent home, or through the EVENT LINK.

Our top fundraisers will go into the draw to win the following:

$500 and Above – Nintendo Switch 2 or a Playstation 5. Courtesy of Aspley Mazda and Wellio Pty Ltd.

$350 – $499 - $400 JB Hi-Fi Gift Voucher - Courtesy of Aspley Mazda, Wellio Pty Ltd and the Deagon Ward Office of Councillor Jared Cassidy.

$100 – $349 - Eligible to win one of the following prizes:

• E88 Drone – Courtesy of the Office of Hon. Anika Wells MP
• JBL Tune 520 Headphones – Courtesy of the Office of Hon. Bisma Asif MP
• Dolphins Training Shirt & Shorts – Courtesy of The Dolphins
• $100 FMH Dining Voucher – Courtesy of the FMH Group

We extend a heartfelt thank you to those who have already given so generously. And if you haven’t had the chance yet, it’s not too late to get involved and make an impact, with very donation—big or small—making a meaningful difference.