Reconciliation Week – Bridging Now to Next

Each year, National Reconciliation Week (27 May – 3 June) invites all Australians to reflect on how we can contribute to building respectful relationships between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and non-Indigenous Australians. The 2025 theme, 'Bridging Now to Next,' encourages us to carry forward the lessons of the past as we work toward a more just and united future.

To mark the week, students and staff from both campuses gathered for a College Welcome to Country, cultural reflection and Smoking Ceremony, led by Jack Buckskin, a proud Kaurna and Narungga man.

As the smoke, drawn from dried native bluebush, passed over us, we took part in a sacred act of cleansing. In that moment, we were reminded that the smoke carries a deep symbolism: it lingers on us, unites us, and leaves us all as one, even in smell.

What a powerful moment of cultural awareness and learning, and a meaningful way for our community to show respect and continue walking the journey of reconciliation together.

‘Wear It Yellow’ Day – Monday 2 June

As part of our commitment to Reconciliation, CBC will take part in Wear It Yellow Day.

Students and staff are encouraged to wear all or some yellow and bring a gold coin donation to support Children’s Ground, a First Nations-led organisation creating lasting change in education, health and culture for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Digital donations can be made here on the CBC 'Wear It Yellow' fundraising page.

Reflecting on the ‘Road Ahead’

Year 12s embraced the opportunity on the Road Ahead Retreat, spending three days across picturesque locations with a focus on connection, humility, and spiritual reflection.

Thanks to all staff who supported the Retreats – your presence and contributions make all the difference.

We hope the students continue to now ‘live the retreat’, building upon this experience in their everyday lives as they continue to grow over the course of this year, and on the road ahead.

Year 12 Retreat

Marian Procession

Recently, a number of our students proudly represented CBC in the 76th Annual Marian Procession - a long-standing tradition in South Australia celebrating Mary, the mother of Jesus. Thousands gathered for this special Jubilee Year event.

CBC Students Participate in the Marian Procession

This year, Javale M and his family had the honour of carrying the Marian banner and a mix of our CBC First 8 Rowers and Prefects played key roles in the procession, continuing CBC’s strong tradition of support at this significant event.

Javale with CBC Rowers and Prefects for the Procession

CBC x Vinnies Winter Sleepout

As part of our support for Vinnies and in acknowledgment of Refugee Week, CBC students in Years 7–12 are invited to register for the Vinnies Winter Sleepout on Friday 20 June (Week 8) using the link below:

This year, the event will be held across both campuses:

• Mini Vinnies will host and participate in the Junior Campus Sleepout
• Social Action Group will host the Senior Campus Sleepout

Information for Mini Vinnies students has already been shared, and we are now taking registrations of interest from Years 7–12 students for the Senior Campus event.

Event:

Includes a simple meal, a Vinnies guest presenter, activities, and a film, before taking on the challenge of ‘sleeping rough’ for the night.

Participation donation: $10.00 to St Vincent de Paul

Permission: An Operoo form and donation details will be sent to parents/guardians once registrations close.

Over 100,000 Australians are homeless each night. Let’s put a face to this suffering and remember that a home is a human right.  

Mr Anthony Callisto
Director of Identity and Mission