Families may be on the move shortly with the school year coming to an end.  If you have a posting order, we can help with your child with the transition of moving, just contact Zita or myself if you wish for any assistance. 

hstanhope@hsstsv.catholic.edu.au

zwhiteside@hsstsv.catholic.edu.au

Some dates to keep in mind.......

Disaster Ready Day – 3 November

The cyclone season is from 1 November – 30 April. Learn how to prepare for a natural disaster at this free community event.

Come to Disaster Ready Day for demonstrations on sandbagging and emergency repairs to windows, get to know your storm tide zone, and find out what to do in a disaster situation. Visit over 30 exhibitors and pick up a few giveaways along the way. Stay for the food stalls and free kids amusements!

Visit disaster.townsville.qld.gov.au, Townsville's one-stop shop for critical information about the local area in times of disaster.

Are you disaster ready?

The (almost) Amazing Race is back

Same fantastic venue but brand new clues and challenges

ADF members and families are invited to join us for our version of the Amazing Race. Jog, walk or sprint your way through a series of checkpoints and challenges in a race against the clock to find the most clues. Enter a team (2-5 people), test your skill and have some fun. We will be looking for the most original team name and the best dressed team. The event is suitable for everyone from families with prams through to teens, couples and single members. Sausage sizzle provided. We’ll be doing a free sausage sizzle with refreshments provided.

Where: Jezzine Barracks, cnr Cook & Isley Sts, North Ward

When: Friday 8 November 4.30 – 6.30pm

Click here to register

Defence Holidays – Magnetic Island – November special

Is a trip to Maggie Island on your to do list? Why not plan a trip in November. The team at Defence Holidays has a great special for travel during November.

Take your car and up to 5 people, return Townsville to Magnetic Island from $98. That’s a saving of $108. Travel dates must be in November and bookings must be made through Defence Holidays NQ to receive the special rate.

Contact Sarah & Amanda on 4725 3842 or via email admin@defenceholidaysnq.com.au

Save the Date: Welcome to Townsville Expo 2020

Defence Community Organisation invites Townsville families to join us to find out about the services available in the region. Visit information stalls for community agencies, sports and recreation groups, employment and recruiting agencies. There will be plenty of free activities for the children.

Where: Townsville Stadium

When: Saturday 9 February 2020 from 10.00am – 1.00pm