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Also in this Edition
Catherine McAuley College Newsletter
Newsletter 21, 2025
Friday 14 November 2025
- A Word from the Principal
- Access to PAM - Important Update
- End-of-year Arrangements - Years 7 to 11
- St Mary's Exams and Headstart Arrangements
- Magazine Orders Close Monday 17 November
- Year 7 News - 13 November 2025
- Year 8 News - 13 November 2025
- 11 News - 13 November 2025
- Sports Awards Night - Invitation
- Year 10 Class Masses at St Mary’s Chapel
- Junior Seeds of Justice Conference
- Term 4 Social Justice and Fundraising Focus - Bendigo Foodshare
- Mental Health Week at Coolock
- VCE Biomedical Sciences Excursion
- VCAA Exam Update
- Hands-on Learning at Its Best!
- More Students Join the "Millionaire" Club!
- Booklists 2026 - Order Online
- Victorian All Schools Athletics Championships
- Intermediate Boys Cricket State Quarter Finals
- Lilly Rule - State Champion
- Social Media Age Restrictions Hub
- From the Healthcare & First Aid Coordinator
- Bus Travel for Year 9 Students (Year 10, 2026)
- Travel Update for Country Buses
- 150 Years - Celebrate with us in 2026
- Alumni Notices
- Finance Notices
- College Notices
- Key Dates and Class Times 2025
- Sandpiper
Friday 14 November 2025
2026 News Update 1
| CMCB 2026 |
Read about the exciting opportunities, changes, and key information for the 2026 school year.
Below is information about the Camps, Retreats and Excursions co-curricular program for 2026. Also, in response to extensive consultation this year, we are introducing Mercy Homegroups as a key element of our Pastoral Care.
The 2026 Family Tuition Fees have now been set. Despite financial challenges, the College has managed to keep fee increases to a minimum whilst still maintaining a fee which incorporates tuition, ICT (laptop) levy, camps, excursions, Encounter days and retreats.
Throughout 2026, Catherine McAuley College Bendigo will celebrate 150 years since the arrival in 1876 of Sister Aloysius Martyn and the Sisters of Mercy to commence their ministry of Catholic education in Bendigo. We look forward to celebrating with our whole community during this sesquicentenary year.
Co-curricular Update
Camps, Retreats and Excursions 2026
Catherine McAuley College Bendigo (CMCB) offers a wide range of co-curricular opportunities to enrich our students’ learning experiences.
For many students, these are the highlights of their year. It is an opportunity for them to engage in learning activities beyond the classroom and experience the many positive benefits of spending time away with their peers.
Pastoral Care - New in 2026
Introducing Mercy Homegroup
In 2026, as part of our commitment to strengthening pastoral care and community connection, the College will introduce a Mercy Homegroup structure for students in Years 7–12. This initiative follows careful review and feedback from our College community to ensure a program that is both sustainable and responsive to the needs of students, families, and staff.
Mercy Homegroup is designed to connect every student and their family with a specific teacher, providing a consistent point of contact and daily support. By fostering strong relationships and clear communication, we aim to create a connected and caring environment that promotes wellbeing and engagement for all.
Family Fees 2026
Family Fees Confirmed
Each year the College fees are prepared and approved under the guidance and direction of Mercy Education Limited to ensure any fee increases are kept to a minimum. Family Fees cover tuition, ICT (laptop) levy, camps, excursions, reflection days and retreats.
Whilst the cost of fees includes camps, excursions, reflection days and retreats, refunds do not apply for non-attendance at any of these activities.
Please note that subject-specific fees, as noted on the booklist, are additional.
Download the flyer below for 2026 Fee Amounts, Payment Schedules and further information.
2026 Dates For Your Diary
Ready to Learn
We look forward to welcoming all students back to school for 2026.
KEY DATES
- Students Return: Friday 30 January 2026
- School Photo day: Friday 30 January 2026
TERM DATES
- Term 1 begins: Friday 30 January 2026 | Term 1 ends: Thursday 2 April 2026
- Term 2 begins: Monday 20 April 2026 | Term 2 ends: Friday 26 June 2026
- Term 3 begins: Tuesday 14 July 2026 | Term 3 ends: Friday 18 September 2026
- Term 4 begins: Monday 5 October 2026
- Final Day for Year 12: Wednesday 21 October
- Term 4 ends for Years 7-11: Friday 4 December
PUPIL-FREE DAYS
- Wednesday 29 April: Student-led Conferences
- Thursday 30 April: Staff Spirituality Day
- Monday 13 July: Staff Professional Learning
- Monday 7 September: Student-led Conferences
- Friday 27 November: Correction Day
CLASS TIMES
With the introduction of Mercy Homegroups, there are slight adjustments to the Class Times at each campus in 2026. Download the flyer below for full details.
