Australian Boarding Schools Association

27/08/2026

This is your reminder to submit a nomination for the ABSA Annual Awards!

Our awards are an opportunity to shine a light on the schools and leaders making a genuine difference across the boarding sector - and sometimes, all it takes is one person to put their name forward.

If someone or a boarding school came to mind while reading this… that might be your sign. 👀

Nominations closing September 11!

⭐ Submit a nomination today and help us celebrate the very best of boarding.

https://www.boarding.org.au/our-community/annual-awards

22/08/2026

21/08/2026

We have officially hit the half way mark! ✈️🎉

Stop 6 of the 2026 ABSA Regional Symposiums officially marks the half way point of our tour - and what a successful journey it has been so far!

A huge thank you to Rostrevor College for welcoming us and helping us host another fantastic day of learning, conversation and connection with the boarding community.

And, of course, a massive thank you to Daniel Sih, who continues to bring the energy, insight and plenty of laughter at every stop. Six symposiums down now… we’re fairly certain Daniel could officially deliver this presentation in his sleep! 😅

We’ve loved seeing so many boarding professionals come together across the country so far - but now there’s a challenge on the table…

Which one of our remaining stops can take out the record for the most staff attending a 2026 Regional Symposiums?
The bar has been set… Let’s see who can beat it! 👀

6 down. 6 to go. Bring on the second half! 🔥

19/08/2026

Secondary students boarding at Torres Strait Kaziw Meta (TSKM) are benefiting from modernised living and learning spaces after a $4.9 million upgrade funded by the federal government.

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18/08/2026

Today at Xavier College for stop 5 of the ABSA Regional Symposiums! ✈️

A massive thank you to Xavier College for hosting us, to Daniel Sih for yet another incredible keynote session, and to Chartwells for keeping us well-fed throughout the day!

And of course, thank you to everyone who joined us for a day full of insight, conversation and connection.

Next stop: 📍 Adelaide ✈️

18/08/2026

https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/i-just-want-to-help-my-mob-out-the-indigenous-teens-who-left-home-to-chase-their-potential/news-story/677fa0a6f1339ab7e6d3e4ff713b6a06

Jaxson Taylor swapped a mango farm in Tully, far north Queensland, for a boarding house almost 2000km away in Brisbane, while Larvo Nona left Badu Island in the Torres Strait in her first year of high school, travelling 1000km to board at St Patrick’s College in Townsville.

17/08/2026

Stop 4 of the 2026 ABSA Regional Symposiums is officially ticked off! 📍

Last Friday, we were in Cairns for another fantastic day of learning, conversation and connection.

A huge thank you to St Augustines College Cairns for hosting us and helping make the day possible.

The feedback from the symposiums so far has been incredibly positive, but one of the best parts for us has simply been seeing boarding professionals from across Australia come together, share ideas and invest in their own development. It’s been great to see so many people taking time out of their busy roles to learn, connect and continue becoming the best leaders they can be.

And we’re not slowing down yet! ✈️

This week, we’re heading to Melbourne and Adelaide for Stops 5 & 6.

We can’t wait to see many of you there!

10/08/2026

Friday last week marked stop 3 of the Regional Symposiums!

Stop 3: 📍Sydney.

A massive thank you to Pymble Ladies' College for hosting us and for supporting our vision.

We love seeing the room filled with boarding professionals investing in themselves!
Will you be next?

Next stop….. Cairns! ✈️

09/08/2026

https://nit.com.au/09-08-2026/25839/49m-upgrade-modernises-torres-strait-boarding-facility

Secondary students living at Torres Strait Kaziw Meta on Thursday Island will benefit from upgraded accommodation, study and administration facilities following a $4.9 million investment from the Fede...