Each year, our College recognises the generosity, service, and leadership of a Year 10 student through the Nuwan Amarakoon Community Action Award, an award honours the memory and legacy of past student Nuwan, and is presented to a student who reflects his spirit of service — someone who demonstrates a genuine commitment to volunteering their time, skills, and energy to support a college or community initiative. It is a powerful reminder of the impact that one individual can have on the world around them.
Last year Community Action and the College have been incredibly fortunate to be supported by such a large number of generous Year 10 students. Throughout 2025, these students have willingly given their time and talents, showing enthusiasm, compassion, and a strong sense of responsibility to others.
We were, quite simply, spoilt for choice when selecting a recipient for this award. Every student named on the slide before them were a worthy recipient, and each has made a meaningful contribution to our Community Action program – all continue to be active and enthusiastic participants in our Community Action program, consistently showing reliability, initiative, and a genuine willingness to contribute wherever they were needed.
This year we have dual winners for this award, Hamish Adlard B10 and Harry Pitts (L08)
Both Harry and Hamish, have been outstanding examples of what Community Action is all about — stepping forward, getting involved in meaningful ways. Both were active volunteers at the Bluestone Café and led many Community Action initiatives. Their commitment and positive attitude made a real difference to the success of these programs
However, what truly set both students apart was their shared commitment to Eddy’s Brekky Van. Their consistent involvement, compassion, and willingness to serve those in need reflect the very heart of Community Action and the values this award seeks to recognise.
Congratulations Hamish and Harry!
At the Commencement assembly Year 12 Prefects, Orlu Hadley-Searle A1A and Noah Jordan B05, introduced the 2026 Student Year Level Leadership program for students in Years 8 to 11.
Orlu expressed why she chose to be a Prefect:
“I wanted to represent the female students and ensure their voices and experiences are heard. As a student leader, I can listen to their experiences, raise their concerns, and help create positive change within the school.”
“l became a Prefect, because I wanted to give back to the College, as it has given so much to me. Being a school leader is giving me the opportunity to work for you the student body by representing your voices, supporting your wellbeing, and helping create positive change within the school” says Noah.
The new student Leadership program will see one Year Level Leader per House at Year 7, 8, 10 and 11. At Year 9 there will be two Year Level Leaders per House, 1 Captain and 1 Vice-Captain. Interested students will need to fill in an application form which can be collected from each House Leader’s office. All nominations are due on 27 February. Once applications are in, student Year Level Leaders will be voted in by students within their house. We encourage all students who want to make a difference in your Year Level and House to apply.
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