Moreton Bay College

Stories came to life across Moreton Bay College today as students and staff celebrated CBCA Book Week with colourful costumes, lively parades and plenty of enthusiasm for their favourite books.

Inspired by this year's theme, 'Symphony of Stories', students brought beloved characters to life and shared the stories that have captured their imaginations.

Book Week dress-up day is a celebration of the power of reading and storytelling. One of the highlights is seeing students share the characters and stories that have captured their imaginations.

Venue spotlight: Bougainvillea House 📍

Our Reconnect at Riverfire is fast approaching and we're excited to be gathering at Bougainvillea House, located at Howard Smith Wharves.

Set right on the Brisbane River, this premium waterfront venue offers stunning views and a front-row position for one of Brisbane's most iconic events. It's the perfect place to catch up with fellow MBC alumnae, share stories and enjoy the Riverfire atmosphere.

We look forward to seeing you there.

Book your place now: https://events.humanitix.com/reconnect-at-riverfire

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Ahead of our Book Week dress-up parades on Friday, we're revisiting some of the literary characters who once filled the College grounds.

Before we introduced Book Week celebrations in 2022, girls attended Fancy Dress Balls dressed as their favourite book characters. From classic stories to modern favourites, these events were a colourful celebration of reading and imagination.

From exciting incursions in Primary to hands-on investigations in Secondary, science learning at Moreton Bay College encourages girls to explore, question and discover. 🔬🌱

Year 1 and Year 3 students recently enjoyed a Street Science incursion, where interactive experiments brought scientific concepts to life. The sessions supported learning within their How the World Works Units of Inquiry while encouraging curiosity, questioning and exploration.

During National Science Week, Secondary students participated in a range of lunchtime activities that showcased science in action. Girls created bioplastic keyrings, took part in dissections, explored questions in the Curiosity Lab and planted seeds in the Glasshouse to observe and track their growth over time.

Across the College, girls are developing scientific inquiry skills through authentic learning experiences that encourage them to investigate, predict, observe and problem-solve.

What an incredible day at the QGSSSA Rhythmic Gymnastics Championships! 🤸‍♀️🩷

Congratulations to all of our gymnasts. Every routine reflected the hours of preparation behind the scenes.

A special shoutout to our podium finishers:

🥇 All-Ages Freehand
🥇 B Grade
🥇 A Grade
🥈 Year 7 (ii)
🥈 Open Pairs
🥉 Year 7 (i)

Champion School once again! 🚵‍♀️

Our Mountain Biking team claimed the South East Queensland Champion School title at the Rocky Trail Academy Schools Competition in Ipswich, just two weeks after securing the same honour on the Sunshine Coast.

Congratulations to our top-performing riders:

🥇 Sophie G
🥈 Millie F
🥉 Sophie H
🥉 Sophie P

An outstanding team effort, with every rider contributing to the overall result. Well done, girls!

Vale Dr Bronwyn Herbert OAM 💐

Moreton Bay College remembers MBC Old Girl Dr Bronwyn Herbert (née Irvine) OAM, who passed away on Friday evening surrounded by her family.

A proud alumna and dedicated advocate, Dr Herbert devoted her life to supporting victim-survivors of domestic and family violence and families experiencing homelessness. Her service was recognised with an OAM and as a 2009 MBC Medallist.

At 90, she completed her PhD, reflecting the determination, curiosity and lifelong love of learning that defined her life.

A devoted mother, grandmother, community member and proud Wynnum local, Bronwyn lived with purpose and generosity. While her achievements were significant, those who knew her will remember her kindness, compassion and commitment to others.

We extend our deepest condolences to the Herbert and Irvine families and honour the remarkable legacy she leaves behind. 🩷

Greene-ware Collective 2026 opens this Thursday 20 August. 🎨

Before we open the doors, take a look back at Greene-ware in recent years, showcasing the creativity and perspective of our students.

There’s still time to join us on opening night. Register now.

https://events.humanitix.com/greene-ware-collective-2026

A big congratulations to Sophie, Kirilee and Emma (Year 10), who showcased their designs at the EKKA Natural Fibres Make & Model Competition. They competed against talented fashion designers and garment makers from across Queensland and achieved some fantastic results:

🏅 Emma – Finalist, Open Class 9 (Adult Casual), with her design modelled by MBC Old Girl, Zara (Class of 2025).
🥈 Sophie – 2nd place, Open Class 4 (Recycled Denim)
🥉 Kirilee – 3rd place, Years 10–12 Class 2 (1940s)

A fantastic achievement for the girls, who should be proud to see their work recognised at one of Queensland’s biggest agricultural and cultural events. Well done! 💗

Our Year 10 Visual Art students recently had the exciting opportunity to work alongside artist Claudia Williams from Ilani Creative to develop innovative wearable art pieces exploring sustainability and social messages.

Through both collaborative and independent processes, students manipulated, deconstructed, reconstructed and reinvented a range of materials, transforming them into unique artworks that powerfully communicate their chosen themes and ideas.

Keep an eye out for these inspiring creations on display and see them brought to life by our student artists at this year's Greene-Ware Collective – Intersections: Where Creativity Meets Purpose.

Secure your tickets for opening night: https://events.humanitix.com/greene-ware-collective-2026

Special thanks to Ilani Creative – The Art of Wearable Waste Artist Designer Educator and Art to Wear for inspiring our students and sharing their expertise.

Llani Creative
Ilani Creative: https://www.llanicreative.com/
Art to Wear: https://www.llanicreative.com/hire---the-waste-wardrobe.html