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This week’s Secondary and Senior Primary swimming carnivals were exciting days at the Coffs Harbour Swimming Centre. These carnivals mark the start of the inter-house competition at school, and they are always colourful days out. It was great to see so many students donning their House colours and supporting their team mates in their events.

The carnivals take an enormous amount of preparation. Particular thanks must go to Mrs Hilton and Mr Kelleher, who put hours into making the carnivals so successful. Mrs Hilton will offer a summary of results in the Sports section of next week’s newsletter. Needless to say, there were some outstanding performances from our swimmers, and a number of school records were broken.

At the Showcase evening last week, one of the booths had information about becoming a homestay family for one of our short, medium or long-term homestay visits by foreign students. We hope to host the first short stay (about 12 nights) in first semester. If you are interested in knowing more, please contact Mrs Wendy Mabey ([email protected]) or call 6651-5644.

Some students have approached me to write references to support their applications for the Climb 4 expedition to Mt Kilimanjaro. They should bring their completed applications to me before I complete those references. It is an exciting opportunity, and a reference from me is only one stage in the application process.

Good luck to our Year 7 students who will embark on their camp next week. This camp is very much about making new friends and forming relationships that will support students for the rest of their high school years. Invariably, our students return from this camp with a great deal more confidence as they start their secondary school journey.

Please mark Saturday, 13 June in your diaries for the P&F Trivia Night. These nights are always great fun, and we hope this year’s will be the biggest we have held.

Congratulations this week to:

Recent graduates Samuel Lynch and Ben Jones (12, ’14), who performed on Wednesday at the ‘Bravissimo’ concert at the Glass House in Port Macquarie. ‘Bravissimo’ is a showcase of the best Music 1 students from the North Coast from the previous year’s Year 12 cohort

The Anglican Church observes the season of Lent, which is the period of 40 days (not including Sundays) that comes before Easter in the Christian calendar. Beginning on Ash Wednesday, Lent is a season of reflection and preparation before the celebrations of Easter. By observing the 40 days of Lent, Christians replicate Jesus Christ’s sacrifice and withdrawal into the desert for 40 days. Why do we count 40 days?

40 is a significant number in Jewish-Christian scripture:In Genesis, the flood, which destroyed the earth, was brought about by 40 days and • nights of rain.The Hebrews spent 40 years in the wilderness before reaching the land promised to • them by God.Moses fasted for 40 days before receiving the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai.• Jesus spent 40 days fasting in the wilderness in preparation for his ministry.•

Lent is marked by prayer, fasting, and giving, (however, we do not encourage children under the age of 18 to give up healthy eating). The day before Lent commences is traditionally referred to as Shrove Tuesday. ‘Shrove’ means being forgiven for things that separate us from God. It happens on a different date each year depending on when Easter is. In 2015, Shrove Tuesday falls on 17 February. Another name for Shrove Tuesday is Pancake Day. Long ago this was a day for feasting and having a good time. People went to church to confess those things, which they sought forgiveness for and would be ‘shriven’ or forgiven before the start of Lent. Fasting during Lent is one of the traditional acts of discipline that Christians observe and rich foods such as eggs and dairy products were forbidden during Lent, one way of using them up was to make pancakes.

Many people make pancakes on Shrove Tuesday and in some parts of the UK run in pancake races. This custom grew up because of a legend dating from 1445. On Shrove Tuesday one woman was still making pancakes as the church bells rang. Rather than be late she took her frying pan and pancake with her. I hope that you can share pancakes with your family on Shrove Tuesday.

Christian churches that observe Lent in the 21st century (and not all do significantly) use it as a time for prayer and penance. Only a small number of people today fast for the whole of Lent, although some maintain the practice on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. It is more common these days for believers to surrender a particular vice such as favourite foods or abstain from alcohol for the duration of Lent. Whatever the sacrifice it is a reflection of Jesus’ deprivation in the wilderness and a test of self-discipline. If you would like to attend the Ash Wednesday service please join us in the Branson Centre on Wednesday 18 February commencing at 11.20 a.m.

Some parents have inquired about confirmation and I am happy to advise you that we will be running baptism and confirmation

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pastoral careso what’s with wearing a school uniform?According to Wikipedia, a uniform means a set of standard clothing worn by members of an organisation while participating in that organisation’s activity. People generally wearing uniforms are armed forces, police, emergency services, schools and workplaces. Uniform also means to be the same, and without any difference.

Many studies reveal that a school uniform can improve learning by reducing distraction, sharpening focus on schoolwork and making the classroom a more serious environment, allowing students to perform better academically.

Perhaps most importantly, a uniform means students don’t have to worry about peer pressure when it comes to their clothes. When everyone is dressed the same, worrying about what you look like isn’t so important. There is no competition about being dressed in the latest trend, which would put a great deal of financial pressure on students and parents. Potential bullies have one less target for their insults; it’s hard to make fun of what someone is wearing when you’re dressed exactly the same.

During an election campaign, the then Prime Minister Julia Gillard said: “Part of a high-quality education is learning how to present yourself to the world, and that’s what a school uniform is all about - having a uniform helps undercut the kind of unhealthy competition we can see at schools to have the latest, most expensive, fashionable gear.”

With all this in mind, I would like to ask our parents and families to have a conversation with our students as to WHY we are wearing this uniform and the importance of wearing it CORRECTLY. This being, not substituting a school item for a similar, but not quite right non-school item (including shoes); taking pride in the way they wear their uniform and adhering to the BDC jewelry policy (see diary).

If students are leaving the home dressed correctly it is at least a start to helping achieve all of this. I would love to see our primary and secondary staff having more conversations with our students about their well being and positive events in their lives, rather then having to pull them up for breaches of the school uniform!

Put simply, there are a number of things that students and parents agree to when they accept the offer of enrollment at Bishop Druitt College – one of these is wearing the correct uniform at all times. I look forward to your support in this matter and welcome any conversations about it.

preparation at Bishop Druitt College. Our college is a Ministry Unit of the Anglican Church of Australia in the Diocese of Grafton. Through baptism and confirmation we become members of Gods family and come together to worship God through the sacraments.

Many young people (but not all) who come to a confirmation class were baptised as babies. At that time their parents and Godparents stood and were asked: ‘Are you a follower of Jesus Christ and a member of his Church, sincerely believing the promises of God?’ And they replied ‘I am’. On the basis of this personal, confession of faith by those who accepted responsibility for spiritual upbringing for those who were baptised, and by the pouring of water on them this symbolised a new beginning and acceptance as a member of Gods family.

Parents can do a lot to guide their children but eventually children have to make up their own minds as to what they want for themselves. Confirmation is the time when young people can say ‘yes I want to be a follower of Christ. In Baptism you are made a member of God’s family; in confirmation you say ‘yes I do want to be a member’ you confirm your membership by making it your own choice. There is opportunity for those baptised at an early age to make a mature public affirmation of their faith, to commit to the responsibilities of their Baptism, and to receive the laying on of hands by the bishop.

Confirmation is, however, not just a time when you stand and confirm your faith in Christ, it is also a time when the Bishop asks God to confirm you in your faith. Candidates for confirmation should be at least 12 years of age. If you, or young people in your care, are interested, please email your expression of interest to [email protected] and come along to the Baptism and Confirmation information evening at BDC on the 26th February at 6.30 p.m. in the Chapel.

Throughout our journey may we grow and reap the good harvest as we too discover Jesus together.

Shalom my friends

Sue O’ConnorActing Director of Pastoral Care

Rev Marion TanfieldChaplain

from the head of secondaryCelebrAtionsThis week I had the privilege to travel to Port Macquarie for the Bravissimo concert. The performers for this concert are a collection of HSC Music students from the previous year. The concert on Wednesday acknowledged the talent and dedication of many HSC

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Welcome back to all parents and students to a new and fabulous year of creativity! To excite the senses I have included an example of a Year 7 Chinese New Year / Australian Icon task. It is by Jessie Woodward.

For our first after school public speaking training we had a glorious turnout of nine students, seven from primary and two from secondary.

I asked everyone what they wanted in particular, if they knew, then set a task for the secondary students, which I am happy to pursue individually, since they need help in preparing, polishing and presenting speeches at a different level from primary. Either that, or I will work on a couple of different timeslots.

For the primary we did a warm-up ‘pass the story’ activity, then moved to speaking for a minute using a scaffold of past present future on a succession of topics. You must try this over the dinner table, you can get some very inventive offerings. (Topic - Houses - long ago we lived in caves, now we live in mansions, who knows what homes will look like in another 100 years.)

Then we split into two teams, and played ‘just a minute’, with no hesitation, deviation or repetition, check it on the BBC radio website, it’s a hoot. By the end, everyone was very relaxed and prepared to join in with gusto. So this bodes well for how we shall go next time. If you get any good or bad feedback from your little angels, do not hesitate to share it with me, so we can target what we do for maximum advantage to all.

There was a request for debating to be part of the mix, and I am happy to travel that path as long as it keeps building confidence and a spirit of adventure. Several claim to be shy or terrified presenting in front of a whole class, so we will definitely be targeting that, and in fact did tackle it on this occasion.

Year 9 and Year 11 students have now had three weeks to experience the electives that they selected at the end of 2014. For most, this experience has confirmed their choices and most students are enjoying the challenges of a pattern of study that reflects the interests and talents of each individual. For some students, however, this period has been an opportunity to try something new, which may not be suitable.

I encourage any students who wish to discuss their elective choices to see me by next Friday 20th February. Due to BOSTES requirements this is the last day on which any changes can be made to Preliminary Course subjects.

Rebecca BrownVisual Arts teacher

Jeremy Nashenglish teacher

Kathleen CollinDirector, learning and teaching

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students from the region, among them were Sam Lynch and Ben Jones from last year’s Bishop Druitt College Year 12 group. Ben performed as part of the group ‘Eastern Province’ and so the talents of Jonathon Chan, Noah Bedford and Jordan Black were also on display.

The concert was wonderful and thoroughly enjoyable – not really work at all! I was in awe of our students and those from other schools. As the students were introduced there were many stories of instrument lessons started as young children and of young adults who had dedicated many, many hours to practice and performance. Other students had ‘picked up’ music in a couple of years but had also committed time, energy and effort to their craft. Behind each of the stories was an acknowledgment of support and encouragement from parents and teachers.

Our current Year 11 and 12 Music students also enjoyed this concert on Wednesday and were inspired to achieve their best for their HSC. Our Drama students are also in Sydney this week attending OnStage (Drama’s equivalent of Bravissimo). These are rich and dynamic learning experiences for our students and while they are more difficult to access due to our location they are worth the extra effort.

Thank you to everyone involved in the swimming carnival on Tuesday. It was wonderful to see the level of participation, healthy competition and enthusiasm during the day. Thank you to the teachers and senior students who worked tirelessly on the day to make everything work. A very special ‘thank you’ to Beth Hilton and Martin Kelleher for their organisation and hard work.



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Last Friday evening and Saturday the Student Executive were involved in a variety of leadership workshops to develop our leadership skills. Over the course of the weekend we became closer as a group through the sharing of the significant moments in our lives and the events that have shaped the people we are. In doing so, it allowed all members of the Student Executive to understand what people have and will go through, throughout the course of one’s life and how we can help people through such events. Various discussion exercises led to the realisation that small groups work best in the organising of fundraising events as 15 passionate teenagers all trying to be heard doesn’t work… After establishing small groups we discussed the organisation of our major fund-raising events, and the implications we may face throughout the process.

Presentations from our guest speakers Reverend Marion Tanfield, Mrs Karin Lisle and Mrs Carmel Spry left the group inspired as we started to understand the opportunities we have to help others and promote change throughout the school. It was a fantastic weekend we all came away from it enthused knowing that we can inspire others to ultimately change the world around us.

Year 11 Science students are invited to apply for the National Youth Science Forum, a residential program to be held in Canberra in January 2016. Read all about it in the report from Joshua Wilson-Douglas in this newsletter, talk to Josh directly or contact Ms Siwinski. Josh attended the session in January this year and thoroughly recommends the program. Applications will open 1st March and close 31st May 2015. Students need to work with a local Rotary Club to endorse their application. For more information: nysf.edu.au

nAtionAl YoutH sCienCe Form rePort From JosHuA Wilson-DouglAs (YeAr 12)Last Christmas holidays I was lucky enough to spend two weeks on the ANU campus in Canberra with 200 other year 12 students attending the National Youth Science Forum (NYSF). On the 19th January I flew down to Sydney, where I was met by the very enthusiastic NYSF ‘staffies’. From here I took a bus to Canberra with other students that had flown into Sydney, and although nervous, everyone was very excited. Upon arrival 200 students had to introduce ourselves to one another, and we got shown to our own rooms where we would stay for the next two weeks.

The next weeks were spent with activities on the campus, out in the field, or at the various labs and sites that Canberra had to offer. We were exposed to formal occasions, swing dancing, mock senates and debates, and lectures from some of Australia’s leading scientists. My interest group (Earth Science) got the chance to take control remotely of the Parkes Satellite Dish (filmed in the movie ‘The Dish’) and use it to scan space for Pulsars. Through this program I got the chance to do things that would otherwise be impossible for me to do.

Saying goodbye to these amazing places and other students was one of the hardest thing I’ve done in my life. I am so glad I got this opportunity and I would like to thank the school and my local Rotary club for supporting me. I would furthermore like to strongly advise year 11s who are passionate about science to consider this program.

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I was speaking to a first time Kindy mum the other day who was voicing concerns that her daughter was not getting home readers to take home. She had heard from her friend at another school that this was the case there and she was worried that her daughter was slipping behind. I almost said, “My goodness, it is only week 3” until I saw the look of genuine concern in her eyes.

There is so much pressure on parents and their children nowadays, I think we have lost the art of teaching our children to love


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Karin LisleAssistant Principal (Head of Primary)

learning. I read somewhere recently, “Education is a journey, not a race” and I feel like putting it on a big banner and flying it for all to see. Children are all born differently, some are very little, some are chubbers from the start, some cry, some sleep. As they grow and learn, they crawl at different rates, walk and run at various ages. And as adults I cannot tell which ones walked early or late, or which ones learned to read before they started school or which ones took a little longer.

The key to all learning is oral language and developing this is the focus for each child. It is really important that they learn to speak clearly, how to question and how to listen to others. There are lots of opportunities throughout the school day where oral language is enhanced and practiced. Children will be taking part in discussions like news, current events, values, inquiry, books and in all curriculum areas.

Each day your child learns to read and is exposed to reading in many different ways. They read independently where they practice and increase their reading mileage, read with a group where they have teacher support with the strategies they are learning and shared reading where the whole class enjoy enlarged texts and poems. Children also take part in literacy activities that are designed to cater for each child’s learning style and enhance their literacy learning.

One of the most important things for assisting your child in learning to read is to read with them or for them. The development of vocabulary, the way sentences are put together, all build a picture about what reading is…for enjoyment. We encourage you as parents to walk with us on this journey as we develop the love of learning.

sWimming CArniVAlsI must say I was most impressed with the way our students participated in both Junior and Senior swimming carnivals. Not only did we have many competing in the swimming races, but others were cheering them on. Our newly elected House Captains fulfilled their duties amazingly, getting their house members to cheer and support their peers. What a wonderful bunch of students! The elected House leaders for 2015 are;Cottee: Rohin Bagga, Xanthe Rose. Hollows: Luca Foster, Olivia Blythe. Kngwarreye: Max Haynes-Cooke, Paige Marr. Murray: Robbie Sullivan, Emily Barter. O’Shane: Fletcher Scott, Keisha Arena. Sutherland: Alex McMillan, Casey Wynne. Congratulations to all Houses and especially to Sutherland, the winner of the 2015 Senior Primary swimming carnival.

writers of the weeKMy HolidaysIn the holidays I went to Lamingation National Park. I went there with my mum and Michael and grandma and grandpa. First we drove to Lamingation National Park. When we got their we set up our tent and then we walked down to a building and got a map. The next day I went on a sky walk. We went on it lots of times. When grandma and grandpa came the next day we all went on a long walk. I loved Lamington because we saw blue crayfish.By Emma Martin 1I



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This program will recommence on Thursday afternoons in M1 at 3:20pm on 19 February. All new members and continuing singers are most welcome.

This exciting camp will take place on the weekend of 21st and 22nd March. Again this year we will be undergoing intensive workshops at the Coffs Coast Beach School from 9am on Saturday morning, culminating in a concert for parents and carers at approximately 1pm on Sunday afternoon. Permission notes for this important event will be issued in the next few days, and we would ask that these be returned promptly so that we can finalise numbers with the Centre. It is expected that all members of Superstrings, Primary Performance Band and the Primary Guitar Ensemble will attend.

If you are a budding guitar player, our two fabulous tutors Santo and Jono have a limited number of spots still available for tuition. Please see the music department for more information.

Congratulations to Jo Ashley, who secured a four-week residency at the Sawtell RSL Club. Jo and his partner Shanteya have been performing every Friday night from 8pm until 11:30pm. If you haven’t heard them yet, you have one more chance tonight, Friday 13th March.

My Holidays In my holidays I went to Sydney. I played with my friends Harry and Abiel. We played monopoly and we love monopoly. It was fun. Then we went to Sydney Pool. I did a race with my mum.It was a good day.By Azalea Singh 1I

My HolidaysIn the holidays I went to Japan with my family and we went skiing.First I went to ski lessons.Then I went skiing. Next I went home.My favourite snow mountain was Paradise.This was the best day of my life.By Alexei Benson 1I

5P have been practising writing short stories where quirky characters create interest for the reader. Here are some of our story starters.

Desperate Dave lived on the streets of New York. Everyone felt sorry for poor Dave but only some really generous people gave him a dollar or two. At the end of the day when the sun sets, Dave tries to go to sleep on the cold hard ground. One night he heard a strange noise out the front of the house he was at.By Oskar Farr

Rosie Red Rufus was the bluest person who lived on Mt Franklin in Tangiville. Her teardrops fell like a waterfall.By Eibhlin Keefe

“Courageous Corey!!! That’s what I’m going to call you from now on. Who in the world would think of doing something like that?” said Mika.By Stella Collin

Merry Mishap got up to no good. When people saw her coming, they started running.By Harry Ward

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Beth Hiltonsport Administrator and outdoor education Coordinator K-12

swimming carnivalsAll information will be placed on the College website when finalised.

Please check this link http://www.bdc.nsw.edu.au/sport for your child’s entries in the NCIS swimming carnival for both Primary & Secondary. It is assumed that each student will compete in all of the events qualified unless otherwise specified.

seConDArYOn Tuesday the 10th of February the secondary swimming carnival was held at Coffs Harbour Memorial Pool. Luckily enough the rain stayed away for the sun to shine on a great day of racing & display of school spirit. The nature of these carnivals requires a great deal of organisation and support from the whole school community. We thank all the staff, parents & students for their efforts in making the 2015 carnival a success.

The day offered students a chance to participate in competitive races, novelty events and the iconic “house shout.” All of which allow students to gain points for their house. As far as results go, these will be reported in next week’s newsletter. Any students that qualified for NCIS (top 2 competitors for secondary) need to collect a note from the sport admin office on Monday.

senior PrimArYThe Senior Primary carnival was held in equally good conditions for most of the day, which saw some familiar faces as well as the emergence of some future stars. The competitive races were of a high standard, with some close finishes and great times being swum. Just as entertaining were the novelty events in which students gained valuable points for their house with the aid of some extremely helpful year 9 & 10 students. The praise that onlookers had for the year 9 & 10 students in attendance was immense. They should be very proud of the way they conducted themselves, as they are an invaluable asset to the primary carnival.

As was announced at primary assembly this week, the winning house was SUTHERLAND! Congratulations to all students and particularly Sutherland students for taking out the 2015 Senior Primary Carnival. Age champions and other results will be in next week’s newsletter. Any students that qualified for NCIS (top 3 competitors for primary) need to collect a note from the Sports admin office on Monday.

Junior PrimArYSawtell pool held our junior primary swimming carnival on the morning of Friday the 13th of February. Unfortunately the weather was not as kind to us as in the previous two carnivals, with rain interfering towards lunchtime. Students were treated to swimming races in the 25m pool with help from some wonderful year 9 students. After the races, students took part in a rotation which included an aqua version of “rob the nest” and a water aerobic class. Despite the weather, students seemed to have a great time with the help of class teachers and high school students. They were all very well behaved considering the conditions.

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Secondary basketball start date has been pushed back to Friday 20 Feb. BDC will be starting in the competition for Primary on Sat 21 Feb due to registration forms still filtering in. I will be emailing parents during next week with training days and links to websites for draws and other relevant information. Singlets will be handed out in team sets this year and the BDC Basketball fee added to your College account.

Year 7 camp departs on Tuesday 17 February at 7.30 am sharp from BDC. If you have informed us that your child will be catching the bus at Urunga it will be 7.50am or Nambucca Heads at 8.10am. It is important that if you have nominated a Nambucca Heads, 1.50 or Urunga 2.10 drop off for the return journey that someone is there to meet the student. Students will be taken back to BDC if there is not a parent at either of these drop off points. Students returning to BDC will be back in time for buses home if required.

Congratulations to Zoe Burgess for receiving her Bronze level award at assembly this week.

Any students interested in completing their Duke of Edinburgh Award can follow this link to the DOE website which has a substantial amount of information for both participants and parents. We offer the DOE award through BDC and will endeavour to help participants wherever possible. http://www.dukeofed.com.au/home.html

Congratulations to Sam Lynch, Ben Jones and The Eastern Province who performed at Port Macquarie’s Glasshouse in the Bravissimo showcase of 2014’s best HSC Music performances in the region. Well done boys! In the words of a current Year 12 Music 1 student – Monica Omtha: On Wednesday 11th February, Year 10-12 music students went to The Glasshouse in Port Macquarie for Bravissimo which showcased outstanding 2014 HSC music performances from all courses - Music 1, Music 2, and Music Extension. There were many incredible performers from around the region including our very own Sam Lynch and Ben Jones featuring The Eastern Province. All the students who went had a great time and were amazed by the performances. We thank Mr Egan, Mr Condon and especially Mrs Day for organising this experience for us.

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alumni newsChris Janhz (HSC 2008) has been involved with the Coffs Harbour Cycle Club since 2011 and owns an electrical company in town.

Stephen Guy (HSC 2003) has announced his engagement to Mahnee and will probably get married on the Gold Coast. Stephen is still best mates with Michael Foster and his wife (they now have a little baby boy called Elliott), and with Tom Hogbin. They all live in Brisbane and see each other regularly.

Alexandra Flynn (HSC 2008) deserves congratulations on receiving the Dr Donald Tugby Prize in English Literature for the 2014 academic year and was invited to the Renaissance Club Luncheon in December at the UQ Art Museum Boardroom to receive the award. She has completed a Bachelor of Arts with First Class Honours.

Harrison Stanton (SC 2012) was announced dux of Year 12 at the Coffs Harbour Senior College last December.

Former students are encouraged to maintain their contact details on our alumni database by emailing [email protected] of The Collegian – 20 Years On – can be purchased from the College or online at www.bdc.nsw.edu.au/activity-payments

Scott RodhamAlumni Officer and Archivist

PArentsJoin us for quick, informative and friendly Parents and Friends Association meetings. Don’t worry, you won’t be given a job - all committee positions are already filled! Our focus is on building our school community and fundraising is only a small part of what we do.

We meet on the third Monday of each month (varies between daytime and night-time) for a one-hour meeting with refreshments and socialising after. Find out what is happening at your child’s school, as heads of primary, secondary and our principal Alan Ball, report each month.

CAn’t mAKe meetings?Contact us to join an email list of people we keep informed about P&F, or find us under “Our Community” on the school website for links to information and our Facebook page.

next meeting: 6pm, monday 16 February in the Roger Oates Centre.

ContACt usPresident: Claire Simmonds 0415 495 010 [email protected] P&F email: [email protected]

private vehicle conveyance suBsidyPVC Subsidy is available for eligible school students, who are residents of NSW, where there is no public transport available for all or part of the journey. PVC Subsidy is paid on a daily basis between home and the transport pick up point/school. PVC Subsidy may also be available on medical or safety grounds. A special return journey must be made each morning and afternoon.

Who is eligible? To be eligible for PVC Subsidy students must be:4 years, 6 months of age or older: and1. enrolled at a registered day school: and2. residing more than 1.6 kilometers walking distance from the nearest transport pick up point3. an infant student; ie attending kindergarten, Year 1 and Year 2 classes. Infants students are exempt from the distance criteria; 4. anda resident of New South Wales5. be eligible for free government education. Students who are not eligible for free government education are not eligible for 6. subsidised travel.

What other conditions must be met to be paid PVC Subsidy?

A special return journey must be made each morning and afternoon.• No payment is made when students drive or ride their own vehicle to school.• Motorcycles are paid at half the approved rate.• Payments will only commence from the semester the application is received.• Transport NSW reserves the right to withdraw PVC Subsidy payments if investigation shows the student to be ineligible. Any • subsidy paid as a consequence of false or misleading information will be required to be repaid.

Parents can now apply for the PVC Subsidy online. Please visit this link: https://appln.transport.nsw.gov.au/stms-parent/application/download, to download the application form or call 1800 010 123.

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