Trivia night for a great cause

Kiama High School’s Year 12 Class is thrilled to host a fun-filled Trivia Night Fundraiser at the Kiama Leagues Club on Friday 29 August from 6pm–8:30pm.

Tickets are on sale with a percentage of each ticket sold donated to the Black Dog Institute, a nationally recognised leader in mental health research.

The class of 2025 at Kiama High School has chosen to support the Black Dog Institute because mental health is an issue that deeply resonates with the cohort.

Many students have shared personal experiences or witnessed loved ones struggle with mental illness, making this cause both relevant and meaningful.

Mental health is a key focus within the school community, as everyone navigates challenges like academic pressure, body image concerns, and the impact of social media.

Email the school for information about tickets at [email protected] or visit https://www.teamblackdog.org.au/fundraisers/KHSClassof2025/trivia-night

Basketball girls go undefeated

Kiama High School recently competed in the Under 15 Boys and Girls divisions at the Basketball Zone Championships.

The tournament showcased a very high standard of play, with Kiama’s Under 15 Boys team holding their own against some strong opposition.

The Under 15 Girls team had a particularly impressive tournament, going through undefeated.

Thanks to their dominant performance, and the expertise of student coaches Harrison Smee and Aiden Gibson, the girls have now earned a spot at the upcoming Regional Championships in Goulburn later this term.

On the run for cross country

Six students represented Kiama High School recently at the Sydney International Equestrian Centre at the NSW All Schools Cross Country Championships.

India Binks, Finn McNeilage, Payton Garvey, Harrison Smee, Indi Garvan and Ebony Winston lined up against competitors from Combined High Schools, Combined Catholic Colleges and Independent schools.

With over 100 competitors in almost all divisions, the Kiama students ran exceptionally well, with most placing in the top third of the elite field.

A special congratulations to Finn McNeilage who placed 25th overall and seventh out of the NSW CHS division, which includes all public schools.

NAIDOC Week a significant milestone

On 31 July, Kiama High proudly held its NAIDOC Assembly to commemorate 50 years of NAIDOC Week, a significant milestone for acknowledging the contributions and culture of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

This year's theme, "The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy," resonated deeply within our school community as the school celebrated the resilience and creativity of Indigenous youth.

The assembly featured Kristian Jarrett who provided the Welcome to Country and smoking ceremony and Julie Street-Smith as guest speaker.

They shared their insights on the importance of cultural heritage and the role of the next generation in shaping a brighter future.

It was a powerful reminder of our collective responsibility to honour and promote the rich legacies of Indigenous cultures while encouraging our students to carry forward the vision of strength and unity for generations to come.