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Iona Brisbane

Locality: Wynnum, Queensland

Phone: +61 7 3893 8888

Address: 85 North Road, Lindum 4178 Wynnum, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.iona.qld.edu.au

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24.01.2022 Spring around the grounds - 16 September This lovely flower has appeared along the bus pathway. For all our horticulturists out there - what is it called?

24.01.2022 - Did you know? - That you can search the Iona College Archives online? Simply visit the College website, select Servicesin the left-hand column, then double click on "Archives". You can then click on the Archive Browser link and enter your search terms. If you are not sure of what to enter but are sure of a year or subject, just enter either of them. The currently catalogued material will appear. There may be an image as well if the item has been scanned. Currently almost ...1,700 items have been catalogued and further material will be added in the future. Happy browsing! To visit the Archives page of the Iona College website: https://www.iona.qld.edu.au/services/archives/

23.01.2022 Spring around the grounds - 15 September The diamond frost plants on the lawn in front of our Administration building feature some very special letters. Can you make out what they spell?

23.01.2022 - Iona Sport News - Here is the link to our Week 9 Sport Newsletter - the last for Term 3: https://www.iona.qld.edu.au/news-events/newsletters/

23.01.2022 - In Hoc Signo - We invite you to enjoy our September (Spring) edition of In Hoc Signo, our quarterly publication for the community and friends of Iona. Stay up to date with all things Iona! http://online.fliphtml5.com/dgwy/jpte/ If you would like a hard copy of our magazine mailed, please contact the College [E] [email protected] or [T]07 3893 8888.

22.01.2022 - Year 9 Drama Workshop - Actors from Zeal Theatre recently conducted an exciting skills-based workshop on Physical Theatre with the Year 9 Drama students. This workshop was designed to assist the students in developing their own performances for assessment. It was a dynamic and very worthwhile workshop which the boys really enjoyed and valued.

21.01.2022 - Year 7 Camps - Our Year 7s have been enjoying their camps at Glendalough this week and this is an important part of the belonging that is necessary for an Iona education. It is great to hear that many boys have practiced character strengths while away. Arriving safely back is always the greatest goal for camps, but a close second is their respectful and meaningful engagement with the programs and their relationships with each other and God. We look forward to welcoming Camp 2 back this afternoon.

21.01.2022 Spring around the grounds - 14 September 'Here we go round the mulberry bush.' This fruit is growing outside our Priests' House. Who's eaten a mulberry straight off the bush?

20.01.2022 Spring around the grounds - 11 September This fiery croton plant is spectacular. The lattice in the background may give you a hint as to where this plant is flourishing.

18.01.2022 Looking for some family fun this school holidays? 'Swimming for Gold' is in cinemas now! This new G rated Aussie film stars Old Boy Johrel Martschinke (2017) and features current Year 11 swimmer, Hayden. 'When Claire Carpenter's dad sends her to Australia to coach an elite boys swim team, Claire finds herself face to face with long-time rival Mikayla Michaels, and the news that the camp will close if the team loses the next meet. To save the camp, Claire must overcome a secr...et fear, put aside her differences with Mikayla and rediscover her passion.' Release Date: 17/09/2020 Running Time: 91 mins Director: Hayley MacFarlane Cast: Peyton List, Lauren Esposito, Daniel Needs, Olivia Nardini, Johrel Martschinke

18.01.2022 - Iona Rugby League - Thank you to Mt Maria College for hosting three days of 1st XIII Rugby League. Congratulations to the 1st XIII teams from Padua College Kedron (Official) and Iona, recipients of the Matt Gillet Cup. Both Padua and Iona won four from five games to share the cup. Kia Kaha!

18.01.2022 Lindum Station Precinct News The Federal Government has made a massive decision as they try to fast track the $125m fix of a dangerous Brisbane intersection. Federal Member for Bonner Ross Vasta (LNP) announced the $85 million of funding committed to the long-awaited removal of the dangerous Lindum Level Crossing will be redirected to the Brisbane City Council. Mr Vasta said he would work directly with council, who have also committed $40 million for the crossing. State Membe...r for Lytton Joan Pease (ALP) said the state government is committed to improving the safety of the Lindum Station Precinct. We’re investing an additional $40 million for safety upgrades at the station including a new footbridge, lifts and a park ‘n’ ride expansion just as the technical study has recommended, she said. The changes to the station came from the Lindum Station Precinct Study, jointly-funded by the State and Federal Governments.

18.01.2022 Spring around the grounds - 24 September 'Silver Falls' is a great groundcover plant and our Spring gorilla almost gets lost in this foliage. Which main building do you think has this around its exterior?

18.01.2022 What is God calling you to? Join the Online Vocations Experience on 26 September.

17.01.2022 - Vinnies Christmas Appeal - Many thanks for all the generous donations. Together we have filled 40 baskets with amazing Christmas gifts and food. These baskets will be shared with 40 local Wynnum families. Hopefully it will make their Christmas a little brighter. Merry Christmas from the Faith and Mission Portfolio.

17.01.2022 - P&F Lads' and Dads' Breakfasts - Thank you to the many families who supported our Lads and Dads Breakfasts this week, which were proudly presented by our Parents and Friends Association. Yesterday morning we welcomed over 300 Ionians to the first of two events. The organisation of a second event was necessary following an overwhelmingly positive response from our community. Such a response demonstrates the value that is placed on community events at Iona, and a genuine ne...ed for Ionians to connect with each other. Thursdays picnic breakfast took place in the beautiful outdoor surrounds of Harron Oval and we cautiously moved this mornings event indoor and under cover due to the weather forecast. Our Lads and Dads enjoyed live music by Year 11 student Oliver Peel, beautiful food catered by Winegum Café at Gumdale, and positive messages of hope, strength and togetherness from our guest speakers - Iona Old Boy Dave Jorna (1996), Founder of Project Hatch, and Mr Bruce Sullivan, Chief Wellbeing Officer at Metro North Hospital and Health Service.

16.01.2022 - Brisbane City Council Libraries - The Brisbane City Council Library offers a fantastic free service. One free Library card allows you access to print books, eBooks, free wifi in City Council Libraries, and a myriad of events and workshops on offer over the school holidays. Libraries - What's on in Brisbane: https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au//l/whats-on-at-the-library

15.01.2022 Spring around the grounds - 13 September The garden surrounding our Daly carpark is one of our newest, containing a variety of different plants and flowers, and has featured several times in our Spring posts. These 'blushing brides' form part of this garden and don't they make a lovely addition.

15.01.2022 - Holiday Message - As Term 3 draws to a close (on Friday afternoon), we share with you a holiday message from Fr Michael and Mr Goodwin in the form of a five minute video. The text of their message will also be included in this week's newsletter. May everyone enjoy the company of family and friends during our September (Spring) break. Kia Kaha! https://youtu.be/v4n8xmwlcSY

14.01.2022 Spring around the grounds - 12 September Gerberas never fail to produce a smile. Do you know someone currently in lockdown somewhere in the world? Feel free to share our spring images. You never know, it might just brighten someone's day!

14.01.2022 - End of Term Prayer for Students - Often the prayers we offer are from an adult perspective. Today we offer the following reflection for our students to contemplate as they begin their holidays. We hope that they may find reminders and perhaps some personal challenges to focus upon, from the prayer below, during their time away from the College. We wish each and every one of our students, staff and their families a safe and relaxing break and we look forward to seeing lots of refreshed and enthusiastic faces on Tuesday 6 October for the commencement of Term 4.

14.01.2022 - 2020 | 2021 Entertainment Digital Memberships - Support our Parents and Friends Association by purchasing an Entertainment digital membership. Iona receives 20% from every membership sold. Plus, until 13 September, Iona will receive an additional $10 for Single City Membership or $20 for every Multi City and Multi Plus Membership we sell!... Hundreds of great value offers, ready for your enjoyment, while also supporting Visible Wellbeing at Iona! It's also a great way of supporting local businesses with many local offers available. To purchase an Entertainment digital membership: https://www.entertainment.com.au/orderbooks/2214c19

14.01.2022 Spring around the grounds - 17 September These striking purple hearts make a lovely addition to our Chapel garden, but did you know that they are actually toxic to dogs, cats and people if ingested?

13.01.2022 | Provence Centre - Connections | Part lighthouse, part fortress, part sacred place of pilgrimage, La Bonne Mère (the Good Mother), as Notre Dame de la Garde is universally and affectionately referred to, is the symbol of Marseille. The first place of worship built on the top of the hill overlooking the city was built in 1214. In 1830 the Oblates were asked to provide pastoral care for the pilgrims climbing the hill to pray to the Blessed Virgin. Commissioned by St Eugene de... Mazenod, Bishop of Marseille, the foundation stone of the basilica was laid on 11 September, 1853. In 1903 the Oblates shared the same fate of all the other Religious Orders in France as they were expelled from the country. Before they left, they placed a little plaque 'To Our Good Mother' in the Shrine. There is a 10 metre tall statue of the Virgin Mary on the top of the bell tower, which is said to watch over the entire city including the Old Port and out to sea. The engraved stones on the wall in the old Provençal dialect are people’s thanks to Mary for protecting them. Watching over the Old Port, the city's maritime connections are apparent everywhere, from the anchor motifs to the intricate models of boats hanging from the ceiling. How perfect to note the inclusion of Notre Dame de la Garde in our Provence Centre's mosaic design. #ionaprovencecentre See more

13.01.2022 - 25th Anniversary of Priesthood - Today Fr Michael celebrates the anniversary of 25 years of priesthood: 'I give thanks to God for the many blessings I have received during this time. I have been blessed to minister in Indonesia, New Zealand, Perth, Melbourne and here in Lindum. I also give thanks to everyone I have met along that journey and who have challenged, nurtured, loved, supported, guided and inspired me. I value being an Oblate and I value being an Ionian and I am ...so very blessed to belong to these great families. I do sincerely ask you to continue to pray for vocations as there have been no Iona Oblate ordinations since mine in 1995. If it’s God’s will and there is an openness to say yes, then there must be vocations out there for consideration. For Iona to remain an Oblate ministry of presence, there does need to be people choosing to discern their vocation. Please keep those discerning in your prayers.' Fr Michael Twigg OMI The photograph taken in 1989 shows Fr Michael with his parents Adrian and Margaret, and brother Christopher as Fr Michael made his first profession as an Oblate at St Mary's Seminary, Melbourne. God Bless!

13.01.2022 Are you taking the family on a road trip over the school holidays? What a great opportunity to engage everyone in an audio book. Our Iona online library - SORA - has a selection of over 120 audio books available to loan. Try a classic like 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory', 'The Hobbit' or 'My side of the Mountain', or maybe a modern winner such as 'Wonder', 'The Invention of Hugo Cabret' or 'War Horse'. Download the app on any device and ask your son to sign in using his Iona user-name and password.

13.01.2022 Spring around the grounds - 27 November Flashback Friday! The roundabout on the main driveway was constructed in 2014 and is now succulent central, home to many different species of succulents, along with other plants and flowers which have featured in our Spring posts over the past three months.

13.01.2022 Spring around the grounds - 18 September Look at this pretty tea tree! The gorilla patrolling the building in the background may give you a hint as to where this beauty is blossoming.

13.01.2022 Spring around the grounds - 23 September Grevilleas love warm climates and this Grevillea banksii overlooks a sporting area where our students can work up a sweat. Where is it?

12.01.2022 - Did you know? - That after a third place at the Catholic Colleges Music Festival in 1992, the Junior Choir comprising two teams was awarded First Place in the same competition in 1993? The boys sang, Shine Jesus, Shine in two parts and Over the Rainbow. They performed beautifully and were complimented for their technical correctness and musical interpretation. The victory was a great result in a field of twelve other schools and in the context that Iona had not won a first place since 1984!

12.01.2022 Christmas Masses are being celebrated at Iona on both Christmas Eve and Christmas morning. There are still available seats for both masses. https://www.iona.qld.edu.au/events/christmas-mass-at-iona/ [E] [email protected]

12.01.2022 - Iona News - Here is our last newsletter for Term 3 - enjoy! https://ionac.schoolzineplus.com/enews?nid=20

11.01.2022 - Iona News - Enjoy our last College Newsletter for 2020! https://ionac.schoolzineplus.com/enews?nid=28

11.01.2022 - Week 9 OMAT Events - Here is a wrap up of events for the final week of OMAT. Thank you for your support throughout the term. Week 9 OMAT Video: https://youtu.be/xWkvgtDpMv0

10.01.2022 Spring around the grounds - 19 September This Red Robin looks like it's reaching for the sky. Perhaps it's trying to escape the hedging.

10.01.2022 - Provence Centre - The construction of our new gathering space continues to grow and take shape. It is exciting to see the development of this facility which will play a pivotal role in fostering and enhancing connections for the entire community.

10.01.2022 - Week 9 OMAT Events - Our final week of OMAT has some great activities on offer. Students - dont forget to pre-order your pizza for lunch on Wednesday. The order link is below. * Monday (Cebula): Raffle ticket selling, $1 (1st & 2nd break) * Tuesday (Albini): Rugby Kicking comp, $2, Davine Oval (1st break)... * Wednesday (Year 5): Pizza lunch, pre-ordered (see link below), Green Room carpark (2nd break) * Thursday (MacKillop): Hot Shots, $1, Green Room carpark (2nd break) * Friday (Anthony): Lob a Choc, $1, Green Room carpark (2nd break) * Friday (Cebula): Raffle is drawn To order Pizza for Wednesday 16 September (orders close 9pm Monday 14 September: https://www.trybooking.com/BLLUV

09.01.2022 Christmas @ IPAC - 7.30pm Christmas Eve College Chapel - 7.30am Christmas Morning Taking advantage of the commercial theatre status of IPAC, Iona is hosting a Christmas Eve Mass at 7.30pm within the Iona Performing Arts Centre. This gives the College the capacity of hosting upwards of 400 people in the theatre. Given that demand is likely to be high, any Iona family or staff wishing to access Christmas Eve Mass in IPAC will be invited to offer an expression of interest via [E...] [email protected]. This expression of interest would include the number of seats you would like and the necessary contact details. A follow-up email will provide all of the necessary COVID safe details to follow as we make this a very safe event for everyone attending. We will also be celebrating Mass on Christmas morning at 7.30am in the Chapel for 90 people. This will also require expressions of interest and confirmation to ensure that the Chapel is COVID compliant for regulations. You would need to send expressions of interest and specify the 7.30am Mass via [E] [email protected].

09.01.2022 Religious Education / PROSPER Week 9 - Term 3 Summary As we welcome the final week of Term 3, we as Ionians have much to be grateful for. While sporting competitions may have been cut short, we were able to play. OMAT saw a new level of connectedness. The senior formal was celebrated. What are you most grateful for during Term 3? Religious Education / PROSPER Term 3 Video: https://youtu.be/60Cq5qo1GY8

09.01.2022 - Year 11 Arts Showcase - Here is a video showcasing works from our Year 11 students. We have some great emerging talent! Year 11 Arts Showcase: https://youtu.be/TkK3CO52Mxk

09.01.2022 Spring around the grounds - 20 September The Dietes bicolor may sound like a medical condition, but it makes a lovely addition to the driveway towards Administration.

08.01.2022 - Theatresports recap - Enjoy this wrap-up video of our 2020 Theatresports competition. Congratulations to everyone involved. As you can see by the footage, it was a lot of fun! 2020 Theatresports: https://youtu.be/uL7NLjx1WHE

06.01.2022 - Week 8 OMAT Events - Here is a wrap up of this week's events. Thank you for your support. Week 8 OMAT Video: https://youtu.be/zdDiEOkfSzw

06.01.2022 Spring around the grounds - 22 September This beauty lives behind the Chapel and is named after an insect because of it's striking resemblance. What do you think it looks like?

05.01.2022 - Pizza Day for OMAT - Students and staff can order Domino's pizzas for their second lunch break on Wednesday 16 September. Pizzas can be collected from the Green Room carpark and an ID card will be required when collecting. * BBQ Meat Lovers Pizza (whole) - $12 * Hawaiian Pizza (whole) - $12... * Gluten Free Ham and Cheese Pizza (whole) - $12 Parents please order in your sons name (not the parent's name). Orders close on Monday 14 September at 9.00pm. All profits will go to OMAT. To order pizza: https://www.trybooking.com/BLLUV

05.01.2022 - Iona News - Enjoy our Week 8 College Newsletter: https://ionac.schoolzineplus.com/enews?nid=19

03.01.2022 Spring around the grounds - 21 September This beauty is called Brunfelsia, but it has a more common name - do you know what it is?

01.01.2022 Callum McKerr (2016) Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace. Amen

01.01.2022 Spring around the grounds - 26 November These lovely gardenias can be found near the College uniform shop. They are often prized for the strong, sweet smell of their flowers, and are also used in some countries as food and medicine.