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Year 11 Textiles: Upcycle Task

Year 11 Visual Arts

Student News

Whilst travelling on the Gibb River road in the Kimberley's (Western Australia) Louise and Thomas Patterson were invited to join the Wananami Remote Community School on country day. Wananami remote community school is in the Kupungarri Indigenous community near Manning Gorge. The day involved creating 'Art in Nature' with repeating patterns. After creating their art, students participated in a gallery walk showcasing and responding to questions about their creations. The fun filled day with new friends concluded with a BBQ lunch and swim.

Term 2 eSafety Parents & Carers Webinars

Webinars for parents run by the eSafety Commissioner are held throughout Term 2. Go to the eSafety Commissioner website to find out more or register for a free webinar.

T25 Clinic: Free nurse-led health and wellbeing service

Careers

Student placements at university: Everything you need to know

Student placements are a practical, course-required component of many university and vocational degrees, where you work in a real professional setting to build the experience your future career needs.

How to study through the year vs how to study for exams

Studying throughout the year and studying for an exam look different and treating them the same is where a lot of students come unstuck. Understanding the difference makes both approaches more effective, and exam time a lot less stressful.

Busting the myths about hiring people with disability

There’s a lot of outdated thinking floating around when it comes to hiring people with disability. If you’re a young person living with a disability and wondering whether the working world has a place for you, the answer is a resounding yes.

Where the performing arts can take you

Performing arts covers a wide range of disciplines, from drama and music to dance, and develops skills in communication, collaboration, and creative thinking that carry well beyond the stage. Find out more.

What working hours look like across different careers

Most people picture the same working day when they think of a job, but the reality is that people work in all kinds of patterns across different industries and careers.  

3 interesting carers in the alpaca industry

The alpaca industry is one of Australia’s  quieter success stories, producing premium natural fibre, meat, and stud genetics for both domestic and international markets.

How to become a Materials Recycler

Materials Recyclers sort and process recyclable materials at recovery facilities, playing a hands-on role in keeping valuable resources out of landfill and back in circulation. If this sounds like something you’re interested in, find out more in this week’s Job Spotlight.

Scholarships

Equity Scholarships application guide

Equity Scholarships are awarded to students who demonstrate the greatest financial need, helping with the costs associated with going to university. The Equity Scholarships application guide [PDF] outlines how to apply, key dates and circumstances students can claim.   REMEMBER: Applications for the Schools Recommendation Scheme close on the 11 September. It is apart of your UAC application and does not incur any additional application fees. So make sure you don’t miss out and apply NOW. Early offers will be released from the 12 November.

Educational Access Scheme application guide

EAS can help students who have experienced significant educational challenges receive a uni offer. The EAS application guide [PDF] provides details of the circumstance’s students can claim in their application and the documents they need to provide.   Educational Access Scheme 2026 – Guide

DISSH Pride Scholarship for creative industries

At DISSH, we celebrate diversity in all facets and acknowledge the continued work and achievements of the LGBTQIA+ community in making the fashion industry what it is today. To show our support and invest in the future of fashion, we are proud to share the return of our Pride Scholarship in 2026.

Global Footprints Scholarship

A Global Footprints Scholarship gives young Australians like you the opportunity to travel the world, learn about sustainability and shape a better future for yourselves and the world. Scholarships are available for young people in Agriculture, Horticulture and many Trades.

Pinnacle Foundation Scholarships

The Pinnacle Foundation provides educational scholarships, mentoring and opportunities for young LGBTQIA+ Australians to realise their full potential. Find out more. Applications close: August 31, 2026

Snow Scholarships Open For Application

The Snow Schoarship is a life-changing opportunity for passionate and purpose-driven students who face barriers to higher education living in Canberra or regional and rural New South Wales.   Snow Scholars can receive financial support of up to $30,000 per year for their living expenses, on-campus accommodation and travel, along with dedicated wrap-around academic, personal and leadership support designed to help students unlock their potential.   The Scholarships have been specifically designed for applicants who:  

• face financial hardship; and/or
• live with a disability or ongoing medical condition; and/or
• have experienced unforeseen challenges.

  Applications are now open for student planning to begin their university journey in Semester 1, 2027. Submissions close 12 July. FIND OUT MORE

NSW Tertiary Health Study Subsidies

The NSW Tertiary Health Study Subsidies offer financial support to new and graduating students in eligible health qualifications who begin their careers with NSW Health and commit to a minimum five‑year service period. The subsidies are available to students across nursing, medicine, midwifery, paramedicine, allied health professions and Aboriginal health practice. The program aims to attract future health professionals to Australia’s largest health system by providing up to $12,000 for commencing health students and a one‑off $8,000 payment for graduates starting their roles with NSW Health. Applications are open now. Visit the Tertiary Health Study Subsidies page for more information on how to apply. FIND OUT MORE

Interested in finding out what else is out there in the way of Scholarships? Click the link below

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UAC News

How to apply for uni through UAC

This short video, available on our UAC Digital YouTube channel, provides a step-by-step guide for domestic Year 12 students applying to university through UAC. The video shows our new application portal, launched in April 2026.   How to apply for uni through UAC as a Year 12 student

Applications opened on 8 April for study in 2027. Details of hundreds of semester 1, 2027 courses offered by UAC’s participating institutions are now available. More will be added over the next few months. Students should log back in to their application in August to take another look at the courses being offered and review their course preferences. Starting an application: the essentials You will need the following details to start your UAC application: Personal email address: Before you start your application, you will need to create an account using a personal email address and a password. You will then be sent an email to validate your details. Once you've done that, you will use your email address and password to start/log in to your application. Year 12 student number and UAC PIN: UAC PIN were emailed to students on 8 April using the email addresses NESA has on file. If you have not received this email, please call UAC on (+61 2) 9752 0200. Don’t forget to register a personal email address in your NESA Students Online account. You will need to enter your Year 12 student number and UAC PIN early in the application. These details identify you as a 2026 Year 12 student, which meansyou'll be able to apply for an early offer through the Schools Recommendation Scheme.  Unique Student Identifier (USI): This is a mandatory field for domestic applicants who are Australian citizens or permanent residents. You can quickly and easily create your USI or check if you already have one. Institutions are still confirming details of their 2027 courses and admission processes. UAC are updating their website as information is provided. COURSE SELECTION When thinking about selecting your course preferences consider the following:  

1. Dream degree – the course you want most, your top pick no matter what
2. Another top choice – a similar course or one you’d be just as happy to study
3. A strong match – a realistic course based on your results and interests: could help you transfer to your dream course
4. Your safe option – a course you feel confident you'll get into and that could help you transfer at a later stage
5. Your back-up – your ‘just in case’ course to give you the best opportunity to start your study journey.

Scholarships and schemes Applications for the Schools Recommendation Scheme, Educational Access Scheme, Equity Scholarships and the Elite Athlete and Performer Scheme opened for domestic students on 8 April. On UAC’s website you can find application instructions, document requirements and more.

• Schools Recommendation Scheme: FREE to apply for SRS (or early entry). Submissions close 11 September. Course preferences need to be in by 5 November, offers released on 12 November.
• Educational Access Scheme: There are several categories that you can apply under and you can apply for multiple categories: Financial support, health and disability, difficult circumstances at home, caring for yourself or others, english language, distance education or regional school.
• Equity Scholarships
• Elite Athlete and Performer Scheme

University Information & Open Days

University of Wollongong: Early Admission Applications Open

Early Admission applications for current Year 12 students are now open! Apply Now - https://www.uow.edu.au/early-admission/ UOW Early Admission is UOW’s early entry offer program for students completing the HSC in 2026. When you apply for Early Admission, UOW considers your unique skills and experiences, alongside Year 11 results, so you may earn an offer to university before you sit your first HSC exam! All applicants will need to answer the following four questions:

• Academic Readiness: What are your study strategies when preparing for an important assessment task?
• Motivation and Passion: What has influenced your decision to pursue your course or courses of interest?
• Communication and Collaboration: Describe a time when you worked with others to achieve a goal.
• Planning and Persistence: Tell us about a time when you set yourself a goal and worked really hard to achieve a good result.

More information about Early Admission can be found on the UOW website.

Western Sydney University: Open Day Sunday 5 July

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University of Canberra

UC Early Offer Scheme The UC Early Offer Scheme is an admissions pathway that lets eligible Year 12 students apply for a place before their final ATAR results are released. Assessment will be based on their Year 11 results and a personal statement. To be eligible, applicants must be a current Year 12 student enrolled in a school located in the ACT or NSW and intend on going to university (demonstrated by undertaking a tertiary package, or pursuing the HSC). The majority of undergraduate courses at UC are included in the Early Offer Scheme, but there are some excluded. Make sure you check our list of Early Offer Scheme-eligible courses before applying. A step-by-step application guide is available on our EOS website. Application Open: 27th March 2026 Application Close: 9 August 2026 Document Deadline: 23 August 2026 Offer Release: 7 September 2026 MORE INFORMATION

Aspire UC Open Day Camp Aspire UC is offering fully funded places for regional and rural Year 12 students, along with their parents/guardians, to attend the UC Open Day Camp on Saturday, 12 September 2026. This include:

• One nights' accommodation: at a 3.5 star hotel on 12 September
• A personalised experience: Student Success Coach meet and greet
• Petrol vouchers: to assist your travel to Canberra
• Follow up suport: assistance with the application and enrolment process

  To apply, please complete the form by scanning the QR code provided above. As part of the application, you will need to submit a 200-word statement outlining your plans after finishing high school and explaining how attending the UC Open Day Camp will help you achieve your goals. Places are limited, so be sure to apply by 18 July. Successful applicants will be notified by 31 July.

La Trobe University

La Trobe’s Aspire Early Offer Program is now open. The program offers students the chance to secure an early offer to uni before you finish Year 12. Aspire recognises a range of different student strengths, whether it’s their impact on the community, their academic results in Year 11 or their motivation to study. There are 3 Aspire streams to choose from: Aspire Community Impact – applications close 4 September 2026  Aspire Academic Impact – applications close 4 September 2026  Aspire Everyday Impact – applications close 4 September 2026

Resources for Students

The Importance of a USI - A Unique Student Identifier (USI) is a student’s education number for life. All students undertaking nationally recognised training such as VET or a First Aid course, must have a USI to get their certificate. Higher education students need it to access a Commonwealth Supported Place, HELP loans and to graduate. Students can create their USI in under 5 minutes using their ID. For more information visit www.usi.gov.au or email stakeholders@usi.gov.au.

Learning & Wellbeing Coaches 2026

• Primary - Emma Marmont
• Year 7/8 - Michelle Hill
• Year 9 - Mark Huynh & Kerrie McKinlay
• Year 10 - Aamir Aftab & Tracey O'Leary
• Year 11 - Dylan Wood
• Year 12 - John Preston

Wellbeing links

To access the school counselling service students from year 6 to year 12 can self refer.

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