Pictured (L to R): Nathan Whitehead, Amy Edgerton, Courtney Davis, and Henry Chin.
Photos courtesy of Bianca Davis.
The rowing community remains one of the school’s most dedicated and resilient clubs, with students, coaches, staff, and families coming together year after year to tackle challenges head-on. Thank you for your continued support and congratulations on the successes achieved throughout 2024. We look forward to building upon these strengths in 2025.
Most Improved Rowers
Remi Schiappadori
Brielle Dodd
Ben Sharpe
Tom Jolly
Georgia Gordon
Isabella Williams
Encouragement Award for Effort and Commitment to Rowing
Sam Offerman
Coaches Award for Best Crew
Girls Year 8 Quad Scull (Coxed)
Makayla Penrose
Lucy Neilsen
Luella McKendry
Zoe Webster
Georgia Gordon
Schoolboys Open Eight
Ethan Warrington
Remi Schiappadori
Riley Hibble
Aiden Bryce
Henry Chin
Nathaniel Talbot
Braden Rebgetz
Nathan Whitehead
Charlie Patrick
Nicholaas Grobler
Presentation of Boys Open Eight Crew
Ethan Warrington
Remi Schiappadori
Riley Hibble
Aiden Bryce
Henry Chin
Nathaniel Talbot
Braden Rebgetz
Nathan Whitehead
Charlie Patrick
Nicholaas Grobler
Presentation of Girls Open Eight Crew
Courtney Davis
Amy Edgerton
Rosa Nzeakor
Tahlia Penrose
Isabella Williams
Alyssa Pang
Brielle Dodd
Hallie Burgers
Alexander Chapman
Northern Region School Representative Rowing Team
Riley Hibble
Amy Edgerton
Braden Rebgetz
Nathaniel Talbot
Nicholaas Grobler
Hamish Wright
Alexander Chapman
Jacob Groves (Coach)
Most Successful Female Rower
Courtney Davis
Most Successful Male Rower
Henry Chin
Most Invaluable Coxswain
Nicholaas Grobler
Exceptional Female Leadership and Teamwork Award
Amy Edgerton
Exceptional Male Leadership and Teamwork Award
Nathan Whitehead
2024 Coaches
Shanelle Flute
Leyla Kenneally
Jacob Pang
Elise Chambers
Jacob Groves
Micah Talbot
Recently the 12U, 15U and 18U Cathedral Netball Club teams celebrated the end of their season in style at the highly anticipated netball dinner. The Rock Centre was abuzz and looked spectacular with each team’s table decoration creation, based on the theme “Let the Games Begin”. Players, umpires and coaches were all celebrated for their efforts throughout the season, followed by plenty of high-energy dancing to finish off the night. Below is a summary of the awards presented on the evening.
Honorary Life Membership recipient Ms Kistern Gates with Rebecca Bulloch, Netball Coordinator.
Encouragement – Molly P, Shana J, Addison S, Georgia D, Emma C, Amy E, Miliame M, Caryse K, Claire S, Claudia C, Yasmin L, Olivia M, Lulu M, Bridget B, Ashley W, Eve M & Millie K
Service (10 games or more) – Maddi M, Bronte B, Madison A, Chelsea C, Natalie T, Zoe G, Madeline T, Alyssa P, Lilly J, Layla M, Sophia S, Caitlyn C, L, Vanessa T, Harriet C & Louise K
Competency – Georgia D, Lilly J, Layla M, Molly P, Sophia S, Harriet C. Caitlyn C, Eve M & Millie K
National C Badge – Bronte B & Chelsea C
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Student Coach of the Year (nominees) – Claire S, Abbygail V, Maddi M, Yasmin L, Madison A, Caryse K, Luke A & Olivia M
Winner – Luke A
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Cathedral Legacy: Lilly J
Cathedral Heritage: Amy E
Cathedral Spirit: Isabella W
Cathedral Pride: Alicia A
Cathedral Honour: Cassie M
Cathedral Classics: Lily D
Cathedral Chaos: Abbey G
Cathedral Cyclones: Harper R
Cathedral Clovers: Em W
Cathedral Chillies: Harriet L
Cathedral Cougars: Bronte B
Cathedral Coyotes: Abigail M
Cathedral Claws: Jemané N
Cathedral Chiefs: McKenzie L
Cathedral Cobras: Lucy R
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Cathedral Legacy: Rosa N
Cathedral Heritage: Keira Y
Cathedral Spirit: Maddi M
Cathedral Pride: Molly P
Cathedral Honour: Angelina K
Cathedral Classics: Macy T
Cathedral Chaos: Eleanor S
Cathedral Cyclones: Georgia G
Cathedral Clovers: Lulu M
Cathedral Chillies: Shelley-Claire W
Cathedral Cougars: Jana M
Cathedral Coyotes: Kailey W
Cathedral Claws: Olivia G
Cathedral Chiefs: Lulu G
Cathedral Cobras: Penzi M
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Club Contribution Award – Madison A
Honorary Life Membership – Ms Kistern Gates
Amongst a Hogwarts Hall full of Harry’s, the true wizards of Book Week were the parents (partnering with their young assistants), to conjure their favourite characters into reality with creativity and hours of costume crafting. The Junior School Book Week Parade transformed the Rock Centre stage into a magic storybook world, where children had the chance to step into the shoes of their literary heroes—with a few cheeky footy players huddled together in the mix.
During Book Week, Cathedral’s very own children’s author, Isaac Ferguson read his recently published second book ‘Little Goes A Long Way’ by Isaac and Sara Ferguson. The book can be borrowed from the Wonder Hub and Learning Hub, or purchased via Amazon.
JCU Townsville hosted their inaugural JCU Book Week celebrations, with six students from Years 9 and 10 experiencing literary talks, poetry games, fantasy immersion, and a tour of the Eddie Koiki Mabo Library. Well done to Gianluca B for winning the reading bingo and Oliver G for being awarded ‘best black out poet!
Students from the Middle and Senior School participated in a range of activities and competitions during Book Week. Congratulations to the following students:
In a collaboration with senior students from St Margaret Mary’s College and Ryan Catholic College serving as jurors, the trial showcased the remarkable skills of both the defence and prosecution teams – the audience split in their opinion over the final verdict.
Though a simulation, the Moot Court trial offers Year 11 students an unparalleled opportunity to experience the intensity and realism of a courtroom. This exercise transforms theoretical learning into practical experience, bridging the gap between textbooks and real-life legal proceedings.
Deputy Principal and Moot Court organiser, Tonia Gloudemans, praised the students’ dedication and resilience, especially those who stepped in at the last minute due to participant illness. “The Year 11 and 12 Legal Studies students delivered an outstanding performance. They were absolutely awesome, and I’m incredibly proud of how they rose to the challenge.”
We are grateful for the continued mentorship and support from Mr Greg Cudmore who has chaired the moot court trial annually since its inception at Cathedral in 2022.
By Nick Verhoeven, Cathedral Mountain Bike Academy Coordinator
On June 1st the Cathedral Mountain Bike Academy held its first ‘CMBA 4 Charity’ ride between Mt Fox and Greenvale. At a distance of 122km, this was going to be a test of physical endurance.
The Academy had decided to raise funds for Rare Ovarian Cancer and had a goal of raising $10,000. I’m pleased to advise we smashed the goal by organising and cooking at the TCS Open Day, assisting the Leos with a BBQ in the Senior School Quad, and hosting a couple of bake sales. Additionally, riders sought donations from friends and family, and by knocking on neighbours doors.
Some interesting facts from the ride:
The CMBA plans on holding another Charity Event in 2026.
To find out more about the Rare Ovarian Cancer charity, please visit: https://www.rocinc.org.au/
