Oakhill College

As part of our 90 Year celebrations, Oakhill held a Recreate a Past Photo Competition and our Tutor Groups rose to the challenge!

The creativity and effort on display were outstanding, with staff and students going above and beyond to recreate original images. From carefully chosen locations to clever props and impressive attention to detail, the response was fantastic.

Entries were judged across three categories: Best Overall Recreation, Most Accurate Lookalike and Most Creative Interpretation. Winners are announced in our Newsletter: https://www.oakhill.nsw.edu.au/community/newsletter

A great example of community spirit and a willingness to get involved.

A great result for Zachary Olic (Year 7), who competed at the NSW State Championships for Men’s Artistic Gymnastics. Zachary delivered outstanding performances across all apparatus - pommel, high bar, floor, parallel bars, vault and rings, earning medals in every event.

He was crowned Overall Gold Medallist and named NSW MAG Senior Level 7 Under Champion.

Zachary has also qualified for Nationals, where he will proudly represent NSW. An exceptional achievement.

The Agriculture Show Team proudly represented the College at the 2026 Hawkesbury Show, delivering outstanding results.

Congratulations to Isla Smith, named 2026 Hawkesbury Youth Rural Ambassador, and to alumni Mr Conor Daly (Class of 2020) awarded Hawkesbury Rural Ambassador.

Across the three days, students demonstrated exceptional teamwork, skill and sportsmanship, showcasing confidence, leadership and a high standard of agricultural excellence.

Junior Judging Results

Fleece Judging
Grand Champion – Isla Smith
Reserve Champion – Jack Griffin
4th place – Riley Seipolt
6th place – Rory Tunks

Junior Beef Judging
Reserve Champion (15–17 years) – Emma Dreeves
Reserve Champion (11–14 years) – Brae Hughes
4th place (15–17 years) – Lachlan Broomes
5th place (15–17 years) – Rory Tunks

Team Achievement
3rd Overall – Zac Conasch, Oscar Widdup and Aidan Kafkis

Sheep Meat Breed Judging
Champion Senior Judge – Riley Seipolt
4th place – Jack Griffin
3rd place (Junior Age Category) – Will Ryan

Poultry Judging
2nd Overall (Poultry) – Lorelei Graham

Baking
3rd place (Honey Biscuits) – Oscar Widdup

Parading Results

Junior Paraders (Years 12–14)
2nd / Reserve Champion – Brae Hughes
1st U14 Heat – Brae Hughes
2nd U14 Heat – Kevin Johnson
2nd U14 Heat – Owen Lane
3rd U14 Heat – Hayden Sherwood

Intermediate Paraders (Years 15–16)
1st U15 Heat – Luca Compton
3rd U15 Heat – Liam Boys
1st U16 Heat – Jake Conasch
2nd U16 Heat – Spencer Robson

Senior Paraders (Years 17–25)
2nd U17 Heat – Isla Smith
4th U17 Heat – Oscar Widdup
6th U17 Heat – Zac Conasch

Led Steer Competitions

Lightweight Steer
Champion Lightweight Steer (Led) – ‘Keith’ (Galloway)
Reserve Champion – ‘Irwin’ (Murray Grey)

Midweight Steer
3rd Overall – ‘Russel’ (Shorthorn)

School Steer Competition
4th – ‘Minto Keith’ (Galloway)
5th – ‘Glanmire Irwin’ (Murray Grey)
6th – ‘Tregoen Russel’ (Shorthorn)

Carcass Competition Results:
Champion Lightweight Steer Carcass – ‘Minto Keith’ (Galloway)
3rd Lightweight Steer Carcass – ‘Glanmire Irwin’ (Murray Grey)

This week, Oakhill was privileged to attend the Young Lasallians Evening at Holy Spirit Catholic College, Lakemba. Senior students from De La Salle schools across Sydney came together in a shared mission, centred on the theme Social Justice - Beyond Left and Right.

In a time when conversations around justice can feel divided, the evening challenged students to look deeper, grounding their understanding in dignity, compassion and our Lasallian heritage.

Oakhill students were invited to reflect on the role they can play in responding to social justice issues with courage, purpose and empathy. The challenges are significant, but our shared values continue to guide and inspire meaningful action in a world that needs it.

Oakhill College took centre stage recently hosting the Improv Australia Theatresports Schools Challenge - Senior Heat. With five outstanding schools battling it out for a coveted Semi Final spot, the night delivered a thrilling showcase of lightning fast creativity, razor sharp wit and fearless collaboration.

From the very first round, the competition was fierce, with Oakhill locked in a gripping three way tie alongside Arden and William Clarke. Round Two saw the intensity rise as rivals surged forward, nudging Oakhill into third place as the leaders began to pull away. Undeterred, Oakhill responded with a strong technical performance in Round Three, earning top marks for technique and saving their most impressive score for the final round.

While the team remained in third place, their consistency, resilience and confident stage presence paid off, securing them a well-deserved place in the semi-finals.

Final Results
1st Place: William Clarke College
2nd Place: Arden Anglican
3rd Place: Oakhill College

A huge congratulations to our outstanding performers:

👉Tillie Sebire
👉Jack Cruickshank
👉Jake Towers
👉Luca Puglisi
👉William Abouhamad
👉Callum Tyler

Their courage, creativity and ability to bring spontaneous theatre to life captivated the audience and made for an unforgettable evening.

With strong momentum building, Oakhill now sets its sights on the Semi Finals at St Patrick’s College, Strathfield on 10th June from 7.00 pm to 9.00 pm. Don’t miss what promises to be another electrifying night of theatre.

Oakhill’s Winter Appeal is on again. We are collecting blankets, gloves, beanies, doonas, sleeping bags, warm jackets and yoga mats each day at both roundabouts from 8.00am daily.

Donations will be made to St Vincent de Paul, Babaayn, Yourtown and The Sanctuary.

Oakill's Sports Lunch is fast approaching on Friday 19th June, and ticket sales are closing this Friday 5th June.

Don't miss an outstanding afternoon featuring host Tim Gilbert, alongside Jordan Smith (Class of 2014), Australian Open One Point Slam Champion, and Wallabies legend Matt Burke. Expect elite insights, behind the scenes stories and lots of laughs at Doltone House, Darling Island.

Book your tickets here: www.trybooking.com/DKSRX

Thank you to our valued sponsors for their support.

Oakhill was blessed with sunshine and an outstanding turnout for our P&F Gala Day on Saturday.

It was great to see such a strong involvement from across our community, with staff, alumni, students, parents and friends all contributing to the day. The sense of pride and connection across the College was evident.

Congratulations to Stephanie Rae (Year 7 family) who won the 2026 Hyundai Venue QX.V5.

A sincere thank you to our P&F Committee for the months of planning behind the scenes to ensure a seamless event, and to P&F President, Jenny Woodward for her dedication in bringing it all together. Final figures are still being counted, but we have raised substantial funds to support improvements to furniture and facilities across the College.

Of course the day wouldn't be possible without our sponsors and we thank them for their generosity:

PLATINUM
Eagers Automotive Fleet
McGrath Liverpool

GOLD
Western Sydney Acquatics
Hills Prestige
Mint Fresh IGA
GWS Giants

SILVER
Evettes Lunchbox

BRONZE
Midford

Rehearsals are in full swing, and Jersey Boys is set to be an outstanding College Musical for 2026.

Oakhill College is very proud to present Jersey Boys: School Edition - the story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, brought to life with energy, talent and heart.

Tickets are now on sale: www.trybooking.com/1580733

Shows are on: Thursday 18th, Friday 19th, Saturday 20th, Thursday 25th and Saturday 27th June at 7.00pm, and Saturday 27th June at 2.00pm.
Shows are on: Thursday 18th, Friday 19th, Saturday 20th, Thursday 25th and Saturday 27th June at 7.00pm, and Saturday 27th June at 2.00pm.

After Gala Day, these students backed it up and headed out early to raise money for the Red Shield Appeal! In two hours they raised $3,000 in cash and about the same in online donations. ❤️💛