As we conclude Term 2, I wish to extend my deepest gratitude to all members of our school community for your support of the special HRS education that we are working together to provide for all our students.
As we conclude Term 2, I wish to extend my deepest gratitude to all members of our school community for your support of the special HRS education that we are working together to provide for all our students. This term has been filled with enriching experiences and significant achievements that have contributed to the growth and success of our students.
I am proud of the collaborative efforts of our staff, students, and parents in making these events successful. As we look forward to Term 3, let us continue working together to provide our students with the best opportunities for growth and learning.
Here is a brief sum
mary of just some of the Term 2 happenings:
• House Athletics days across all areas of the School
• National Reconciliation Week
• Years 5, 6 and 8 Outdoor Education camps across the Northern Territory
• The Junior School Ethics Olympiad
• Mother’s Day breakfast events
• Senior Students Petition to stop the duplication of Berrimah Road
• St John Ambulance - community education program
• Visit from Haileybury Melbourne Year 12 student leaders
• Preparation to launch Tournament of the Minds
• Rehearsals and sneak previews of “The Addams Family” Musical
• The annual Quiz Night and Auction
• The Year 12 Formal
• Two DBA Basketball Premierships
• The Clontarf Staff vs. Student AFL Match (students won)
• Connection Day in the Junior School
• End-of-semester 1 Academic Awards Assemblies
• Careers Week
• Nearly 200 students performed at the Seabreeze Festival
Andrew McGregor
Principal
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Term 2 Concludes
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Friday, 20 June
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Term 3 Commences
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Tuesday, 15 July
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VCE Information Evening
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Tuesday, 22 July
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OHA Day
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Wednesday, 23 July
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Darwin Show Public Holiday
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Friday, 25 July
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Movie Night
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Friday, 1 August
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Picnic Day Public Holiday
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Monday, 4 August
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The Addams Family - The New Musical
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September 12 & 13
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As we come to the end of another busy and successful term, I would like to take this opportunity to thank all our students, families, and staff for making it such a positive and enriching time in the Junior School.
This term has been filled with many memorable highlights. Our vibrant House Activities have been a consistent source of joy, helping to build friendships, strengthen connections, and spark a wonderful sense of school spirit. It has been a pleasure to see students engaging enthusiastically, supporting one another, and always striving to do their personal best.
Special congratulations go to the Year 5 and 6 students who represented us in the International Ethics Olympiad. These students worked hard throughout the term, preparing thoughtful and respectful arguments on a range of ethical dilemmas. They demonstrated excellent collaboration and maturity on the day and should be incredibly proud of their efforts.
Thank you also to our teachers for their hard work and dedication this term. The support and partnership between families and staff continues to be one of the great strengths of our school, and it plays a key role in helping every child to thrive.
Thank you once again for your ongoing support. I hope everyone enjoys a safe, restful, and fun-filled holiday break. May you all take the time to relax and enjoy the beautiful weather with your loved ones.
Lisa Doyle
Head of Junior School
Our Year 2 Magenta string students gave a thoughtful and joyful performance at the Junior School Assembly, marking their debut on stage.
In recognition of Reconciliation Week, they shared two contrasting pieces—On Top of Old Smokey and Carnival - using music as a powerful medium to convey messages of understanding, respect, and unity. Although a little nervous before their first assembly appearance, the students approached the performance with incredible positivity.
Their focus, teamwork, and growing confidence shone through. The final pose, bows held high in perfect unison, was a striking finish that captured the spirit of connection and celebration. Congratulations to all our young performers for their courage, commitment, and joy in sharing music.
What a special moment for our school community to witness!
Wan-Ling Chang
Music Teacher
During the last week of term, a group of young writers had the exciting opportunity to work with Mrs. Leonie Norrington, a published author known for her engaging stories rooted in Northern Territory life.
During the workshop, students explored storytelling techniques, character development, and how to draw inspiration from their own experiences. It was a memorable session that sparked creativity and inspired the next generation of storytellers.
Mimi Woolley
Junior School teacher
As we reach the end of Term 2, it’s a pleasure to reflect on the many achievements and highlights that have taken place across our Senior School community.
Our Unit 3/4 students recently completed the General Achievement Test (GAT), a significant milestone in their VCE journey. Well done to all students for approaching this with focus and determination.
Academic excellence has also been on show, with many students recognised for their outstanding achievements at our recent Academic Awards assembly. Congratulations to all recipients – your hard work and commitment are to be commended.
Another major highlight was the Year 12 Formal. Held under the enchanting theme of a ‘Secret Garden’, students looked incredible and danced the night away, celebrating friendship and the final year of schooling in style.
A special mention must go to the Eco-Committee, led by our Sustainability Prefect, Charlotte (Year 12). In collaboration with Junior School students, the team has begun revegetation efforts at the pond located at the bottom of the school grounds. A working bee was held over the weekend with approximately 30 staff, parents and students volunteering their time. The clean-up was a huge success and marks the beginning of an exciting project to encourage native wildlife back into the area and work towards an environmental sustainability rating for our school.
Thank you to all staff, students, and families for your contributions this term. Wishing everyone a safe, restful, and well-deserved holiday break.
Kylie Mobilia
Head of Senior School
This term, our talented Year 10 Art students have turned their creative skills to an exciting new challenge — designing and constructing the cemetery scene stage sets for the school’s production of The Addams Family.
Inspired by the show’s dark humour and gothic style, students worked collaboratively to transform simple materials such as cardboard, tissue paper, tape, and paint into eerie gravestones and crypts that capture the quirky atmosphere of the Addams’ world.
Throughout the project, students applied their knowledge of stage design, learning about scale, proportion, and how to create a strong visual impact from the audience’s perspective. They experimented with texture techniques to give the tombstones a weathered, stone-like appearance and carefully considered grey colour choices to enhance the spooky mood.
The teamwork displayed by the class was outstanding, with students creating a set that not only provides the perfect backdrop for our performers but also showcases the creativity and dedication of our Year 10 artists.
Be sure to look out for their impressive work when you come to see The Addams Family on stage! Book your tickets here!
Anne McMaster
Visual Arts Teacher
In an exciting competition that showcases the financial acumen of students across Australia, the ASX School Sharemarket Game offers participants $50,000 in virtual cash to invest in more than 300 companies listed on the ASX. This game simulates real sharemarket conditions, providing an invaluable learning experience about investing and portfolio management. This year, the competition saw strong representation from the Northern Territory, particularly from students at HRS. Among them, a standout performer was Sam, a Year 10 student, who emerged as the NT state winner.
His success in the game reflects the hard work and dedication he put into researching companies and making informed investment decisions. Sam not only achieved this prestigious title but also earned a cash prize of $500 along with several other rewards. Throughout the duration of the game, participants had to navigate market fluctuations, including the challenges posed by the Trump tariffs. Some students thrived, recording gains, while others were prompted to reassess and refine their strategies to adapt to the ever-changing market landscape. The ASX School Sharemarket Game culminates in celebrating the top three winning teams from across Australia and recognizing the highest-ranking team in each state and territory, all of whom go home with cash prizes. A huge congratulations to Sam for his impressive performance and success in this competitive environment!
Douglas Bender
Commerce Teacher
The mission of the Parents and Friends Committee is to enhance the educational and social experiences of Haileybury Rendall School’s community of students, families, staff and friends of the school. This Committee is an avenue through which the parent voice is heard on a range of issues, and our committee has been actively supporting a number of events this year.
Let’s hear from some of our wonderful committee members:
Quiz Night and Auction
On 9 May, HRS hosted its 5th annual Quiz Night & Auction Fundraiser. The event brought together over 190 parents, teachers, staff, and friends of the School, who came together for an amazing garden-party themed night of engaging trivia and socialising, as well as some healthy competitive bidding on the wide range of auction items on offer. There were a lot of laughs, with Maria Cicchiello (Head of Operations), acting as our MC on the night, and one lucky guest should be expecting a knock on their door any day now from Mr. Brendan Evans (our Head of Middle School), after successfully bidding on his offering of lawn mowing and garden maintenance!
This year's event was a resounding success, raising over $22,000 to support the launch of a master-planned grounds beautification.
Of course, none of this would be possible without the incredible generosity of the Darwin business community, as well as the support we receive from our HRS families, and so we would like to extend a huge thank you to all those who donated. We look forward to another amazing Quiz Night in 2026!
Kim (Year 7 and 10 parent)
Hi, I'm Jonathan. I helped out at the Quiz night, assisting people with check-in and tallying up the scores. It was an excellent opportunity to get involved and meet the wider Haileybury Rendall School Community! The garden party theme featured a wide array of costumes, and a great range of donated auction items was available.
Jonathan (Year 7 parent)
Mother’s Day Breakfast
Hi, I'm Mick, a Year 3 parent.
Nisita (parent of a preschooler and Year 3 student) and I helped with flipping some pancakes at the Mother's Day breakfast at the Junior School. We had two barbeques running hot to keep up with the constant flow of parents and students.
It was a delicious and delightful way to celebrate our mothers at the start of the busy day.
We are looking forward to more fantastic involvement throughout Semester 2.
Mick (Year 3 parent)
Parents and Friends Committee
As we conclude Term 2, I wish to extend my deepest gratitude to all members of our school community for your support of the special HRS education that we are working together to provide for all our students. This term has been filled with enriching experiences and significant achievements that have contributed to the growth and success of our students.
I am proud of the collaborative efforts of our staff, students, and parents in making these events successful. As we look forward to Term 3, let us continue working together to provide our students with the best opportunities for growth and learning.
Here is a brief sum
mary of just some of the Term 2 happenings:
• House Athletics days across all areas of the School
• National Reconciliation Week
• Years 5, 6 and 8 Outdoor Education camps across the Northern Territory
• The Junior School Ethics Olympiad
• Mother’s Day breakfast events
• Senior Students Petition to stop the duplication of Berrimah Road
• St John Ambulance - community education program
• Visit from Haileybury Melbourne Year 12 student leaders
• Preparation to launch Tournament of the Minds
• Rehearsals and sneak previews of “The Addams Family” Musical
• The annual Quiz Night and Auction
• The Year 12 Formal
• Two DBA Basketball Premierships
• The Clontarf Staff vs. Student AFL Match (students won)
• Connection Day in the Junior School
• End-of-semester 1 Academic Awards Assemblies
• Careers Week
• Nearly 200 students performed at the Seabreeze Festival
Andrew McGregor
Principal
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Term 2 Concludes
|
Friday, 20 June
|
|
Term 3 Commences
|
Tuesday, 15 July
|
|
VCE Information Evening
|
Tuesday, 22 July
|
|
OHA Day
|
Wednesday, 23 July
|
|
Darwin Show Public Holiday
|
Friday, 25 July
|
|
Movie Night
|
Friday, 1 August
|
|
Picnic Day Public Holiday
|
Monday, 4 August
|
|
The Addams Family - The New Musical
|
September 12 & 13
|
As we come to the end of another busy and successful term, I would like to take this opportunity to thank all our students, families, and staff for making it such a positive and enriching time in the Junior School.
This term has been filled with many memorable highlights. Our vibrant House Activities have been a consistent source of joy, helping to build friendships, strengthen connections, and spark a wonderful sense of school spirit. It has been a pleasure to see students engaging enthusiastically, supporting one another, and always striving to do their personal best.
Special congratulations go to the Year 5 and 6 students who represented us in the International Ethics Olympiad. These students worked hard throughout the term, preparing thoughtful and respectful arguments on a range of ethical dilemmas. They demonstrated excellent collaboration and maturity on the day and should be incredibly proud of their efforts.
Thank you also to our teachers for their hard work and dedication this term. The support and partnership between families and staff continues to be one of the great strengths of our school, and it plays a key role in helping every child to thrive.
Thank you once again for your ongoing support. I hope everyone enjoys a safe, restful, and fun-filled holiday break. May you all take the time to relax and enjoy the beautiful weather with your loved ones.
Lisa Doyle
Head of Junior School
Our Year 2 Magenta string students gave a thoughtful and joyful performance at the Junior School Assembly, marking their debut on stage.
In recognition of Reconciliation Week, they shared two contrasting pieces—On Top of Old Smokey and Carnival - using music as a powerful medium to convey messages of understanding, respect, and unity. Although a little nervous before their first assembly appearance, the students approached the performance with incredible positivity.
Their focus, teamwork, and growing confidence shone through. The final pose, bows held high in perfect unison, was a striking finish that captured the spirit of connection and celebration. Congratulations to all our young performers for their courage, commitment, and joy in sharing music.
What a special moment for our school community to witness!
Wan-Ling Chang
Music Teacher
During the last week of term, a group of young writers had the exciting opportunity to work with Mrs. Leonie Norrington, a published author known for her engaging stories rooted in Northern Territory life.
During the workshop, students explored storytelling techniques, character development, and how to draw inspiration from their own experiences. It was a memorable session that sparked creativity and inspired the next generation of storytellers.
Mimi Woolley
Junior School teacher
As we reach the end of Term 2, it’s a pleasure to reflect on the many achievements and highlights that have taken place across our Senior School community.
Our Unit 3/4 students recently completed the General Achievement Test (GAT), a significant milestone in their VCE journey. Well done to all students for approaching this with focus and determination.
Academic excellence has also been on show, with many students recognised for their outstanding achievements at our recent Academic Awards assembly. Congratulations to all recipients – your hard work and commitment are to be commended.
Another major highlight was the Year 12 Formal. Held under the enchanting theme of a ‘Secret Garden’, students looked incredible and danced the night away, celebrating friendship and the final year of schooling in style.
A special mention must go to the Eco-Committee, led by our Sustainability Prefect, Charlotte (Year 12). In collaboration with Junior School students, the team has begun revegetation efforts at the pond located at the bottom of the school grounds. A working bee was held over the weekend with approximately 30 staff, parents and students volunteering their time. The clean-up was a huge success and marks the beginning of an exciting project to encourage native wildlife back into the area and work towards an environmental sustainability rating for our school.
Thank you to all staff, students, and families for your contributions this term. Wishing everyone a safe, restful, and well-deserved holiday break.
Kylie Mobilia
Head of Senior School
This term, our talented Year 10 Art students have turned their creative skills to an exciting new challenge — designing and constructing the cemetery scene stage sets for the school’s production of The Addams Family.
Inspired by the show’s dark humour and gothic style, students worked collaboratively to transform simple materials such as cardboard, tissue paper, tape, and paint into eerie gravestones and crypts that capture the quirky atmosphere of the Addams’ world.
Throughout the project, students applied their knowledge of stage design, learning about scale, proportion, and how to create a strong visual impact from the audience’s perspective. They experimented with texture techniques to give the tombstones a weathered, stone-like appearance and carefully considered grey colour choices to enhance the spooky mood.
The teamwork displayed by the class was outstanding, with students creating a set that not only provides the perfect backdrop for our performers but also showcases the creativity and dedication of our Year 10 artists.
Be sure to look out for their impressive work when you come to see The Addams Family on stage! Book your tickets here!
Anne McMaster
Visual Arts Teacher
In an exciting competition that showcases the financial acumen of students across Australia, the ASX School Sharemarket Game offers participants $50,000 in virtual cash to invest in more than 300 companies listed on the ASX. This game simulates real sharemarket conditions, providing an invaluable learning experience about investing and portfolio management. This year, the competition saw strong representation from the Northern Territory, particularly from students at HRS. Among them, a standout performer was Sam, a Year 10 student, who emerged as the NT state winner.
His success in the game reflects the hard work and dedication he put into researching companies and making informed investment decisions. Sam not only achieved this prestigious title but also earned a cash prize of $500 along with several other rewards. Throughout the duration of the game, participants had to navigate market fluctuations, including the challenges posed by the Trump tariffs. Some students thrived, recording gains, while others were prompted to reassess and refine their strategies to adapt to the ever-changing market landscape. The ASX School Sharemarket Game culminates in celebrating the top three winning teams from across Australia and recognizing the highest-ranking team in each state and territory, all of whom go home with cash prizes. A huge congratulations to Sam for his impressive performance and success in this competitive environment!
Douglas Bender
Commerce Teacher
The mission of the Parents and Friends Committee is to enhance the educational and social experiences of Haileybury Rendall School’s community of students, families, staff and friends of the school. This Committee is an avenue through which the parent voice is heard on a range of issues, and our committee has been actively supporting a number of events this year.
Let’s hear from some of our wonderful committee members:
Quiz Night and Auction
On 9 May, HRS hosted its 5th annual Quiz Night & Auction Fundraiser. The event brought together over 190 parents, teachers, staff, and friends of the School, who came together for an amazing garden-party themed night of engaging trivia and socialising, as well as some healthy competitive bidding on the wide range of auction items on offer. There were a lot of laughs, with Maria Cicchiello (Head of Operations), acting as our MC on the night, and one lucky guest should be expecting a knock on their door any day now from Mr. Brendan Evans (our Head of Middle School), after successfully bidding on his offering of lawn mowing and garden maintenance!
This year's event was a resounding success, raising over $22,000 to support the launch of a master-planned grounds beautification.
Of course, none of this would be possible without the incredible generosity of the Darwin business community, as well as the support we receive from our HRS families, and so we would like to extend a huge thank you to all those who donated. We look forward to another amazing Quiz Night in 2026!
Kim (Year 7 and 10 parent)
Hi, I'm Jonathan. I helped out at the Quiz night, assisting people with check-in and tallying up the scores. It was an excellent opportunity to get involved and meet the wider Haileybury Rendall School Community! The garden party theme featured a wide array of costumes, and a great range of donated auction items was available.
Jonathan (Year 7 parent)
Mother’s Day Breakfast
Hi, I'm Mick, a Year 3 parent.
Nisita (parent of a preschooler and Year 3 student) and I helped with flipping some pancakes at the Mother's Day breakfast at the Junior School. We had two barbeques running hot to keep up with the constant flow of parents and students.
It was a delicious and delightful way to celebrate our mothers at the start of the busy day.
We are looking forward to more fantastic involvement throughout Semester 2.
Mick (Year 3 parent)
Parents and Friends Committee
In the spirit of reconciliation, Haileybury acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
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