Good afternoon

Thanks to everyone for the relative ease of transition to “Phase 1” return to school during the week and your continued support throughout these unique circumstances.It was certainly a breath of fresh air to see everyone again and to make some face to face contact with the majority of those that we teach. The feedback from students and staff was that they were also very happy to be surrounded by some familiar faces. 

The following link NSW Government - Managed return to school for families is one source that may provide assistance to families as we continue to adapt to the easing of restrictions. Please be aware that each school site adopts their own independent implementation of these recommendations and that if you have specific questions, please contact the College. At this point, current arrangements for the past week will remain in place as originally intended. 

As we enter another weekend of gradual relaxing of restrictions in NSW, I have included the latest changes courtesy of the State Government. This may be of assistance for yourselves over the weekend, or to help clarify questions from your students over the course of the upcoming week.

COVID 19 Update From NSW Givernment - What You Need to Know

From Friday 15 May, the following is allowed:

• public gatherings of up to 10 people

• food and drink premises can open, but only to seat a maximum of 10 customers at any one time – this includes cafes and restaurants, a restaurant within a registered club or pub, or a cellar door that serves food

• up to 5 visitors may visit another household at any one time

• weddings can have up to 10 guests plus the people conducting or assisting in the conduct of the service, a photographer, a videographer, and the couple

• indoor funerals and memorial services can have up to 20 mourners and outdoor funerals up to 30 mourners

• religious gatherings and places of worship can have up to 10 worshippers

• outdoor playground and exercise equipment can be used with caution

• outdoor pools can open with restrictions.

Mr Simon Huntly

Pastoral Care and Wellbeing Coordinator