All-age local music event
Saturday 24 August, 4.30pm-8.00pm.
An exciting all ages event is coming up at Phillip Island Boardriders Club in Cape Woolamai. Newhaven College alumni, Maddy May is the headliner, supported by Archie Robson (Year 11) and Jasmine Turton (Year 12).
The skate ramp will be up and running, bring a board along or borrow one from us. Eesy Peesy Sushi food truck will also be on site.
Book your tickets Free tickets available for those experiencing financial hardship. Get in touch with @basscoast.freeza to organise this.
Tickets $10 or $15 if you need a lift on the buses running from Cowes and Inverloch. Government-sponsored, YMCA affiliated, Freeza drug-and-alcohol-free youth music events.
Support Simon's climb for charity
On 7 September, our Year 6 Teacher Simon Furniss, a Volunteer Firefighter with Phillip Island Fire Brigade, will be climbing 28 floors in 25kg of kit and helping to raise $1,000 supporting Lifeline, Peter MacCallum Cancer Foundation and 000Foundation. Please help him “Step up to fight cancer, depression and suicide” by sponsoring him if you can.
So far the students and staff have helped him raise $630 – by recycling bottles and cans – so if you have any spare, please send them to the school for him to collect.
You can also donate directly. Thanks to sponsors, 100% of every dollar donated will go to cancer research and crisis support.
Campion Vouchers
Campion Books are supporting families to ease the cost of living. By purchasing vouchers throughout the year, families can effectively start a lay-by program to spread the cost out and alleviate financial pressures at the end of the year. Families can stop by a retail service centre to pick up Campion vouchers, redeemable for their child’s back-to-school needs online or in-store.
Newhaven College's closest Campion store is: Unit 5, 151-155 Princes Hwy, Hallam.
Eating Anxiety
The complexity of eating anxiety stems from a combination of social, psychological, and environmental factors. Young people may develop this anxiety due to social pressures related to eating in front of others, fears about body image, or due to more ingrained issues such as eating disorders. Additionally, cultural norms or dietary restrictions can also play significant roles, as can direct experiences like bullying or teasing related to food choices or eating habits.
Whilst not a formally recognised condition, eating anxiety is a genuine and often overwhelming experience that can significantly hinder a young person's ability to participate in everyday activities comfortably. This condition can lead to serious nutritional deficiencies and social withdrawal, impacting overall health and academic performance.
Recognising and addressing eating anxiety is crucial for parents, carer, and educators. Through education, policy changes, and community support, we can help young people manage their anxieties and improve their relationship with food, thereby enhancing their overall well-being and social interactions.
This Special Report will help you understand how best to support a child experiencing anxiety around eating.
Here is the link to our Special Report
