Loreto College Coorparoo

MISSION DAY 2026 | Loreto College Coorparoo came alive for Missionfest, a vibrant day of spirit, community and purpose.

From our whole-school Liturgy and tribute to Mary Ward International Australia, to the Band Slam Finals, High Tea and Music Lounge, Interhouse Dance and Choir Competitions, Cent Auctions, Side Show Alley and the legendary Staff Act, the energy across the College was electric.

Congratulations to💙Ward House (Dance) and💛Barry House (Choir)!

Together, we raised funds to support MWIA and its mission to empower children through education, a true reflection of our commitment to compassion and action.

NETBALL | Our Junior and Senior netball teams recently competed in the Vicki Wilson Netball Championships – Met East, taking on strong competition from across the region.

Both teams showed great resilience, teamwork and pride in representing Loreto, supporting one another on and off the court with outstanding sportsmanship throughout the tournament.

Congratulations to all players on their effort, enthusiasm and commitment. 💙💛

LORETO LOOKBACK | From First Pitch to Final Season: Softball at Loreto
Loreto Coorparoo students have always embraced sport with enthusiasm, determination and school spirit, and the recent successes in Netball, Cross Country, Volleyball and AFL amongst other things, continue that proud tradition.

A little-known part of Loreto’s sporting history is the place softball once held in school life. Introduced in 1972, as noted in that year’s Yearbook, softball quickly became the most popular of the new sports offered and gave many students opportunities for teamwork, friendly competition and school spirit. For more than three decades, Loreto girls took to the diamond with enthusiasm, and the sport became a valued part of the school’s co-curricular program. Although softball came to an end after the 2008 season, it remains an important chapter in Loreto’s sporting story and a reminder of the many ways students have represented the school over the years.

One of my personal favourite archive items is a pair of softball ‘knickerbockers’ from the early days of the sport at Loreto—they certainly do not make them like they used to. Did you play softball at Loreto, or do you have a memory or photograph to share? The Archives would be delighted to hear from you. Email [email protected].

SHOWCASE CONCERT | Our 2026 Showcase Concert was a wonderful celebration of music last Friday evening.

Across two vibrant performances in the Mary Ward Centre, our Loreto ensembles showcased the repertoire they’ve been preparing for QCMF and other festivals, bringing a fantastic semester of music to a close.

Thank you to our students, staff and families for your support and to everyone who joined us on the night. It was a joy to share such talent and energy with our community.

INTERHOUSE ATHLETICS CARNIVAL | What a fantastic day at our 2026 Interhouse Athletics Carnival! Students brought incredible energy, enthusiasm and House spirit to every event, creating a vibrant and supportive atmosphere throughout the day.

A big thank you to our staff and students for their dedication and organisation in making the carnival such a success.

Winners and Age Champions will be announced soon once final events are completed.

BRAVO, SORELLE | On Saturday, our talented Sorelle group took to the stage at Coorparoo Square as part of the annual Big Little Fest. Performing to a lively crowd enjoying pop-up stalls and local eateries, our musicians proudly showcased their talents to the wider community.
A wonderful afternoon of music, community and celebration!

💙 Felicity celebrations at Loreto College Coorparoo 💙

It is wonderful to see Loreto College Coorparoo exploring the Loreto value of Felicity this year through the theme “Live with joy. Grow in love.” This phrase reminds us that joy and felicity are things we choose to find in simple yet meaningful, moments, and that love extends beyond ourselves, remaining present and sustaining us even in times of darkness.

Lucia Elliot, 2026 Art Council Leader, worked with students to design the College’s Felicity banner and reflects on the creative process:

“We chose to use the symbol of a shooting star to represent a small moment where felicity can be found, while also symbolising hope, faith and guidance. Woven throughout the clouds are strings of pearls, included to commemorate Mother Gonzaga Barry, and symbolise the journey and legacy of Loreto over the last 150 years.”

These creative expressions of the Mary Ward charism capture the hope, legacy, and light that continue to inspire and guide the Loreto community, now and into the future.

Read more in the latest issue of the Loreto Networker, where we explore how Loreto schools across Australia are expressing Felicity in diverse and meaningful ways this year: https://www.loreto.org.au/felicity-in-action-across-loreto-schools/

🎨 Artwork credit: Loreto College Coorparoo

PAST PUPIL SUCCESS | Congratulations to past pupil Victoria Belando Nicholson (2025), who has qualified for the 2026 Commonwealth Games Paralympic team for swimming. We wish Victoria all the very best as she prepares to represent Australia on the international stage.

LIVEWELL@LORETO DAY | Today at Loreto, LiveWell@Loreto Day brought incredible energy across the College. Students took part in Athletics Carnival field events, practised for Mission Day jazz and choir performances and connected with external agencies supporting our pastoral program. It was a massive day filled with enthusiasm, excitement, wellbeing and community spirit. 💙💛🩷