December 6, 2025
Another round of PBL winners announced Week 7 PBL winners.
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Another round of PBL winners announced

THE Term 4 Week 7 winners of Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) awards have been revealed. Week 7 winners: Irrawang PS: Aria has been nominated for demonstrating school and community expectations during a recent League Tag inter-school competition. She was an exceptional role model for others, showed great sportsmanship and proudly represented IPS Raymond Terrace […]

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Raymond Terrace maths whiz wins invitation to elite challenge
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Raymond Terrace maths whiz wins invitation to elite challenge

A PASSION for problem-solving and a sharp mathematical mind have earned St Brigid’s Primary School student Luca Melia an invitation to the Newcastle Permanent Mathematics Challenge Day at the University of Newcastle’s NUspace. The exclusive event is open to a select group of students from across NSW who have demonstrated exceptional skill in the Newcastle […]

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Another round of PBL winners announced
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Another round of PBL winners announced

THE Term 4 Week 3 winners of Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) awards have been revealed. Week 3 winners: Irrawang PS: Stephanie has been nominated for consistently helping others at preschool. She demonstrates patience, cooperation, and a willingness to support her peers in their learning. Stephanie greets everyone with a smile and ‘hello’, making preschool […]

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Splash of colour and lashings of talent at Anna Bay Public School Anna Bay Public School teacher Jennifer Blyth with members of the Highly Gifted and Talented Education (HPGE) Art Group in front of their mural.
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Splash of colour and lashings of talent at Anna Bay Public School

Anna Bay Public School teacher Jennifer Blyth with members of the Highly Gifted and Talented Education (HPGE) Art Group in front of their mural. HPGE students and their storeroom ‘masterpiece’. WHEN Anna Bay Public School teacher Jennifer Blyth discussed revamping a storeroom as a potential art project with her students, she didn’t anticipate the amazing […]

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Wirreanda Public School to celebrate 40 years of learning, growth, and connection Wirreanda Public School will celebrate its 40th anniversary with an event on 14 November.
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Wirreanda Public School to celebrate 40 years of learning, growth, and connection

THIS year marks a major milestone for Wirreanda Public School, with the Medowie community celebrating 40 years of learning, growth, and connection. Since opening its doors, the school has transformed into a thriving, modern hub of education and community life. “Our story is one of growth, community, and the shared goal of helping every child […]

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Another round of PBL winners announced Week 1 PBL winners.
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Another round of PBL winners announced

THE Term 4 Week 1 winners of Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) awards have been revealed. Week 1 winners: Irrawang PS: Mason has been nominated for his outstanding teamwork, encouragement and respect to everyone at a Bridge Building Competition. Mason represented Irrrawang with pride and demonstrated that he is a safe, responsible learner who shows […]

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Karuah kids help rehabilitate Longworth Park The KPS kids are shown how to handle the seedlings before they plant them into the slope. All photos: supplied, Karuah Landcare Group.
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Karuah kids help rehabilitate Longworth Park

The KPS kids are shown how to handle the seedlings before they plant them into the slope. All photos: supplied, Karuah Landcare Group. The slope at the end of the day, all replanted and ready to grow again. Lily was involved in the planting. Myles planted some regenerative flora. Zayne with trophies from the many […]

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Premier turns sod on new high school at Medowie Joining the Premier at Medowie was Acting Education Minister Courtney Houssos, Member for Port Stephens Kate Washington and students from Wirreanda and Medowie public schools. Photos: Amanda Green.
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Premier turns sod on new high school at Medowie

Joining the Premier at Medowie was Acting Education Minister Courtney Houssos, Member for Port Stephens Kate Washington and students from Wirreanda and Medowie public schools. Photos: Amanda Green. Joining the Premier at Medowie was Acting Education Minister Courtney Houssos, Member for Port Stephens Kate Washington and students from Wirreanda and Medowie public schools. Photos: Amanda […]

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Latest round of Community PBL award winners announced
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Latest round of Community PBL award winners announced

THE Term 3 Week 6 winners of Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) awards have been revealed. Week 6 winners: Irrawang PS: Drewe has been nominated for his generosity, kindness and empathy. Without hesitation, he gave another student the extra money he needed to buy a school hat when he didn’t have enough. Raymond Terrace PS: […]

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Upgrades officially unveiled at Hunter River High School Some of the upgrades at Hunter River High School.
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Upgrades officially unveiled at Hunter River High School

Some of the upgrades at Hunter River High School. Some of the upgrades at Hunter River High School. Some of the upgrades at Hunter River High School. Some of the upgrades at Hunter River High School. MAJOR upgrades were unveiled last week at Hunter River High School in Heatherbrae. Eight demountables have been removed and […]

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