ICPA CWN Branch

26/05/2026

We're going to be in Perenjori and Dalwallinu next week! Ross Barron, Head of College, and Rod Steer, Head of Boarding, invite current, past and future families to join them for drinks and refreshments.

Perenjori - Thursday 4 June at 6pm
Dalwallinu - Friday 5 June at 6pm

Please email [email protected] for your invitation and for more information. We can't wait to catch up!

26/05/2026

📣 Invitations to attend the 2026 ICPA Australia Federal Conference have now been sent! 🌊📚

We look forward to welcoming delegates, members and guests to the Gold Coast for two days of connection, advocacy, learning and friendship at the 2026 Federal Conference.

📍 St Hilda’s School, Gold Coast, QLD
📅 29–30 July 2026
🎟 Registrations are now open!
https://icpa.com.au/conference/register

Be sure to check your inbox and start making your travel and accommodation arrangements early. We encourage delegates to register as soon as possible.

🌊 Riding the Waves of Learning 🌊



ICPA QLD INC - Isolated Children’s Parents’ Association Queensland Inc ICPA NSW Access to Education ICPA TAS ICPA - SA ICPA WA NT

26/05/2026

Reminder to members 📣

Last week, members were emailed information about an opportunity to participate in a research activity focused on improving awareness and understanding of the Assistance for Isolated Children (AIC) scheme.

If you are interested in taking part, please use the link in the email to register your expression of interest.
🖥 1-hour online session
💬 Share your feedback and experiences
📅 Sessions during the week of 22 June 2026

Places are limited (around 4 participants per session) and will be offered on a first come, first served basis.

⏰ 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝟓 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔.

ICPA QLD INC - Isolated Children’s Parents’ Association Queensland Inc ICPA NSW Access to Education ICPA NT ICPA TAS ICPA - SA ICPA WA

11/05/2026

🎉🏫 National Boarders Day 🏫🎉

Today we celebrate the heart of every boarding community - our boarders!

Thank you for the energy, resilience, leadership, humour, and spirit you bring to boarding life each and every day. Your willingness to step outside your comfort zone, support one another, and embrace every opportunity is what makes boarding communities so special.

Today is all about celebrating YOU. 💙

11/05/2026

11/05/2026

National Families Week is a time to celebrate the many different families, carers, kin and communities that support children and young people.
This year’s theme, Every Family, Everywhere, reminds us that families come in many forms. Every child and young person deserves to feel safe, loved, connected and supported.
Find local events and activities happening in your community.
Link in comments.

11/05/2026

📣 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐁𝐨𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 | 𝟏𝟎–𝟏𝟔 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

This week, we recognise and celebrate the incredible boarding communities across Australia.

From lifelong friendships to the support of dedicated staff, boarding plays such an important role in the lives of many rural and remote students, creating opportunities, building resilience and providing a true home away from home.

To all boarding students, families, and staff, thank you for the role you play in strengthening our communities. 💛

ICPA QLD INC - Isolated Children’s Parents’ Association Queensland Inc ICPA NSW Access to Education ICPA TAS ICPA - SA ICPA WA ICPA NT Australian Boarding Schools Association

07/05/2026

Thinking about uni? 🎓

Don’t miss the Choosing Your Uni Virtual Expo – a free online event packed with practical info on university options, funding support, pathways and further education.

Hear about some of the department’s initiatives that give financial assistance to students including:
• Tertiary Access Payment
• Commonwealth Prac Payment
• Higher Education Loan Program

Perfect for students, parents, schools and advisors looking to plan what’s next ✅

📅 On-demand online sessions are available during National Careers Week from 11-17 May 2026. Mark your calendar and explore your options!

07/05/2026

🌱 Next week is National Careers Week 2026!

Did you know there are 1000s of careers in agriculture?

No matter where your interests lie, there could be a place for you in Australia’s agriculture, food and fibre industries. From technology and science to farming, communications, logistics, marketing and more — agriculture offers endless opportunities to build a career you’ll love.

Discover the exciting and diverse pathways shaping the future of agriculture and stay tuned as we share inspiring career opportunities throughout National Careers Week. 🚜💻🌾