Events

🌟Parents & Citizens (P&C) Meetings 2026

🗓️ When: First Tuesday of each month (during school term)

🌟 Parents & Citizens (P&C) Meetings – 2026

All parents and carers are warmly invited to join our vibrant P&C community. 🤝 The P&C is a wonderful way to stay connected, see what’s happening at school, share ideas, and support initiatives that benefit our students.

📅 Meeting Details

• 🗓️ When: First Tuesday of each month (during school term)
• 🕓 Time: 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
• 📍 Where: School Community Room

📆 2026 Meeting Dates

• Tuesday 3 February
• Tuesday 3 March
• Tuesday 5 May
• Tuesday 2 June
• Tuesday 4 August
• Tuesday 1 September
• Tuesday 3 November
• Tuesday 1 December

💬 Your voice matters! We welcome new members at any time. Come along, meet other parents and carers, and help make our school an even better place for our students to learn and thrive.

We look forward to seeing you there! 🌿

🐄 Show Cattle Agriculture Team – 2026 🐄

📅 Commences: Thursday 19 February 2026
📅 Concludes: Thursday 17 December 2026

🐄 Show Cattle Agriculture Team – 2026 🐄

Woodenbong Central School students who have shown interest are invited to join the Show Cattle Agriculture Team, held after school on Thursday afternoons at the Woodenbong Central School Agriculture Farm.

📅 Commences: Thursday 19 February 2026
📅 Concludes: Thursday 17 December 2026
⏰ Time: 3:30pm – 4:30pm
📍 Location: Woodenbong Central School Agriculture Farm
Unumgar Street, Woodenbong NSW 2476

The team will prepare show cattle to parade and groom steers at local shows throughout the Northern Rivers region.

Important Information:

🐄 Students will walk from school to the Ag Farm at 3:30pm under staff supervision.
🐄 Pick-up time is 4:40pm from the Ag Farm. Parents/carers are required to collect students promptly.
🐄 Parents will be notified if a session is cancelled (e.g. wet weather or staff absence).
🐄 This program will run throughout the school year.

What to Bring:

👕 A change of clothes (to protect school uniform)
👟 Flat, enclosed, comfortable footwear
💧 Water bottle
🥪 Snacks

We look forward to another successful year with our Show Cattle Agriculture Team.

For further information, please contact the school office.

🎯🌟 Clifton Interschool Shooting Competition 🌟🎯

🎯🌟 Clifton Interschool Shooting Competition 🌟🎯

Woodenbong Central School students have been invited to participate in the Clifton Interschool Shooting Competition, a 2-day clay target and benchrest shooting event to be held at Laurie Bowie Rifle Range, Clifton, QLD. 👏

📅 Dates: Thursday 14th May and Friday 15th May 2026
📍 Location: Laurie Bowie Rifle Range, Clifton, QLD
🕢 Start Time: 7:30am at the Clifton Gun Club
💲 Cost: $110.00 total to be paid at school
($55.00 per day)

🏡 Accommodation:
Parents are required to book their own accommodation.
A suggested venue is:
Leyburn Motel / Cabins
📞 0475 670 474

🚗 Transport:
Parents will be responsible for driving or organising private transport for their child.

📄 Permits:
Please ensure your child brings their shooting permit.

This will be a fantastic opportunity for students to represent our school, develop their skills and enjoy two exciting days of competition. 🎉

For any questions or further information, please contact the school.

🌾 Secondary Primex Field Day Excursion 🌾

🌾 Secondary Primex Field Day Excursion 🌾

Students have the opportunity to attend the Primex Field Day Excursion at the Lismore Show Grounds.

📅 Date: Thursday 21st May 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
📍 Location: Lismore Show Grounds
💰 Cost: $20.00 per student

🎟️ Tickets for the Primex event have been supplied for free, so there are no entry costs.

👕 Students are required to wear full school uniform.

✏️ Students need to bring:
• A pen or pencil
• A notebook

🍎 Students may bring a packed lunch or purchase lunch from the canteen facilities available at the venue.

Primex is a major event in the Northern Rivers region, showcasing the agribusiness sector with a focus on the Paddock to Plate experience. Exhibitors will include producers, educators, chefs, and others from a variety of industry sectors.

🛍️ There will be items for sale at Primex Field Day; however, any purchases will be checked to ensure they are appropriate for students and families.

📝 Permission notes can be completed through SchoolBytes. A paper copy of the permission note is available from the front office, or can be downloaded here.

⚠️ There are only 35 spots available for this excursion. Places will be allocated on a first-in basis with payment and permission note completed.

For more details, please contact the school. 📞

🏃‍♀️🌟 Primary Northern Rivers PSSA Zone Cross Country 🌟🏃‍♂️

🏃‍♀️🌟 Primary Northern Rivers PSSA Zone Cross Country 🌟🏃‍♂️

We are excited for the Primary Northern Rivers PSSA Zone Cross Country, to be held on Friday 22nd May 2026 at Corndale, NSW. 📍

This will be a fantastic opportunity for students to challenge themselves, do their very best and represent our school with pride. 💪👏 We are looking forward to a great day of energy, effort and school spirit! 🏅🎉

Permission notes have been handed out to qualifying students. Please return them ASAP. 📝

Please also remember there is a $5.00 levy to be paid to the front office. 💰

🎉 Woodenbong Central School P&C Presents... 🎉
🕺 80s Themed Trivia Night Fundraiser! 💃

🎉 Woodenbong Central School P&C Presents... 🎉
🕺 80s Themed Trivia Night Fundraiser! 💃

Grab your friends, dress in your best 80s outfit and get ready for a fun night of trivia! 🌟

📅 Friday 22 May
⏰ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
📍 Woodenbong Sports and Recreation Club

✨ Great prizes
👥 Teams of 4–8
🎟️ $20 per person
🥨 BYO nibbles
🏆 Prizes for best dressed!

Tickets are available through the school front office or online at stickytickets.com.au.

🏉🌟 Central School’s Regional Touch Football Carnival 🌟🏉

🏉 Central Schools Regional Touch Football Carnival 🏉

Students will be travelling to Inverell to participate in the Central Schools Regional Under 16's and Opens Touch Football Carnival.

📅 Departure: Tuesday 26th May at 6:00 am
📅 Return: Wednesday 27th May at approximately 8:30 pm
📍 Location: Inverell
🏕️ Overnight accommodation: Green Valley Farm, Tingha

💰 Cost: $125.00 per student
This covers transport, accommodation, dinner on Tuesday night and breakfast on Wednesday morning.

🍎 Food and spending money:
Students will need extra spending money for lunch on Tuesday and Wednesday. There will also be a stop on the way home on Wednesday afternoon where students will have time to purchase food.

⚠️ Please note:
There will be no stop for breakfast on Tuesday morning, so students will need to eat breakfast at home before departure and/or bring food to eat while travelling. Sandwiches and muesli bars will be provided when students arrive at the venue.

👕 Uniform and clothing:
School uniform MUST be worn while travelling to and from Inverell.

While playing, students are to wear:

• Touch football shirts
• Black shorts
• Socks
• Football boots

👟 Shoes must be worn while travelling — NO Crocs.

🥪 Students are to bring their own snacks. Canteen facilities will be available at the venue.

📝 Permission:
Permission for your child to attend can be completed through SchoolBytes. A paper version is available from the front office, or you can download it here.

For more information, please contact the school. 📞

📚 Primary National Simultaneous Storytime

📚 Primary National Simultaneous Storytime

Our primary students are looking forward to taking part in National Simultaneous Storytime on Wednesday 27th May 2026.

This year’s featured story is Luna Roo the Kangaroo Baller, and it promises to be a fun and engaging celebration of reading, imagination and shared storytelling. 🌟🦘⚽

National Simultaneous Storytime is a wonderful opportunity for students across Australia to enjoy the same story together and celebrate the joy of books and reading.

We are excited to join in this special event!

🐂 Casino Beef Week – Woodenbong Central School Agriculture Show Team 🐂

🐂 Casino Beef Week – Woodenbong Central School Agriculture Show Team 🐂

📅 Wednesday 27 May 2026
⏰ 6:00am – 8:00pm
📍 Casino Beef Week

We are excited to announce that Woodenbong Central School’s Agriculture Show Team will be presenting the steers and heifers our students have been preparing at the Ag Farm at the upcoming Casino Beef Week. 🌾🐄

This is a wonderful opportunity for our students to showcase their hard work, dedication and skills in agriculture and animal care.

Event Details
🏆 Competition: Steer and Heifer
📍 Venue: Casino Beef Week

Food
🥪 Students may bring their own lunch and snacks or purchase food at the venue on the day.

Transport
🚗 Students will need to organise private transport to and from Casino for this event.

What to Bring/Wear
Students will need to bring clothing suitable for washing and showing cattle, as well as:

👟 Flat, enclosed and comfortable footwear
👒 A wide brim hat
👕 Students will be provided with an Ag shirt for showing

Permission Note
✅ Permission can be completed through SchoolBytes.
📝 A paper version of the note is available at the front office, or you can download a copy here.

We encourage families to come along and support our students as they proudly represent Woodenbong Central School. 💚

If you have any questions or need further information, please contact the school office.

Thank you for your support. 🌟

🥩 Casino Food Company Tour and Carcass Results 🐂

🥩 Casino Food Company Tour and Carcass Results 🐂

📅 Friday 29 May 2026
⏰ 8:30am – 1:00pm
📍 Casino Food Company
10615 Summerland Way, Casino NSW 2470

Woodenbong Central School Agriculture students have the opportunity to take a behind-the-scenes look at one of the region’s leading beef processing facilities with the Casino Food Company Tour. 🐄🌾

Students will learn more about the local beef industry, processing operations and the journey from paddock to plate. 🍽️

Students will also be able to view the carcasses from the Led Steer and Heifer competitions. The results for the carcass competition will be announced during the visit. 🏆

What to Wear/Bring
👕 Students must wear full school uniform
👟 Enclosed footwear is required
💧 Students are to bring their own water

Permission Note
✅ Permission can be given through SchoolBytes.
📝 A permission note is available from the front office, or you can download a copy here.

This is a valuable opportunity for our Agriculture students to deepen their understanding of the beef industry and see the results of their hard work. 💚

If you have any questions or need further information, please contact the school office.

🦒✨ Life Education Van Visit ✨🦒

🦒✨ Life Education Van Visit ✨🦒

We are excited to welcome the Life Education Van to our school on Wednesday 3rd June 2026. 🚐🌟

This is always a fun and valuable experience for students, with engaging learning activities and important health and wellbeing messages. 💙📚

We look forward to a great day of learning, laughter and discovery! 😊

🔥 Woodenbong Central School Ag Farm Fundraiser 🔥

🔥 Woodenbong Central School Ag Farm Fundraiser 🔥

Get ready for winter with our Trailer Load of Firewood Raffle! 🪵

🎟️ $2 per ticket
🎟️ 3 tickets for $5

📅 Drawn: Friday 5th June 2026

Proudly supported by the Woodenbong Central School P&C. 🙌

Scan the QR code or follow the link to grab your tickets today!

Thank you for supporting our Ag Farm. Good luck! 🌱✨

🐝 Primary - NSW Premier’s Spelling Bee 🐝

🐝 Primary - NSW Premier’s Spelling Bee 🐝

Get ready, Primary students! The NSW Premier’s Spelling Bee will be held on:

📅 Wednesday 10th June 2026

This is a wonderful opportunity for students to showcase their spelling skills and challenge themselves in a fun and supportive environment.

📢 More information to come.

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ North Coast Regional Cross Country 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ North Coast Regional Cross Country 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

Best of luck to our Primary and Secondary students competing at the North Coast Regional Cross Country on Friday 12th June at Nana Glen! 🌟

We are so proud of your hard work, determination and sportsmanship. Run strong, support each other and enjoy the experience! 💚❤️

📣 More information to come.

Go Woodenbong! 👏🎉

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Secondary Northern Rivers Zone Athletics Carnival 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Secondary Northern Rivers Zone Athletics Carnival 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

Best of luck to our Secondary students competing at the Northern Rivers Zone Athletics Carnival on Friday 19th June at Lismore! 🌟

We are excited to see our students represent Woodenbong Central School with pride, determination and great sportsmanship. Give it your best and enjoy the day! 💚❤️

📣 More information to come.

GO TEAM WCS! 👏🎉

🖤💛❤️ Woodenbong Central School NAIDOC Week Celebrations 🖤💛❤️

🖤💛❤️ Woodenbong Central School NAIDOC Week Celebrations 🖤💛❤️

Woodenbong Central School will be celebrating NAIDOC Week from Monday 29th June to Friday 3rd July 2026. 🌿✨

This year’s theme is “NAIDOC Week Celebrates 50 Years of Deadly” — a wonderful opportunity to honour culture, community, history and achievements. 🖤💛❤️

We look forward to sharing a special week of learning, celebration and connection with our students and school community. 🌟

📣 More information to come.

🌊 Great Barrier Reef Excursion 🐠🐢

🌊 Great Barrier Reef Excursion 🐠🐢

📅 Monday 3 August – Thursday 6 August 2026
⏰ 8:30am Monday – 6:00pm Thursday
📍 Lady Musgrave Island & Coral Cay, Southern Great Barrier Reef

We are excited to offer students in Years 8 to 11 the opportunity to attend an educational excursion to the Great Barrier Reef. 🌏✨

Students will take part in hands-on learning while exploring one of the world’s most remarkable natural wonders. They will learn about marine biodiversity, conservation, environmental responsibility, tourism and sustainability. 🪸🐠

An itinerary will be provided to families closer to the departure date. 📝

Key Details
👥 Year Groups: Years 8 to 11
⚠️ Places are limited
💰 Total Cost: $650.00
💵 Deposit: $100.00 due by Friday 24 April 2026
✅ Final Payment: Friday 3 July 2026

Payment Information
Families can pay the balance in instalments or as a lump sum, as long as the total is paid by Friday 3 July 2026.

📌 $110.00 by 1 May
📌 $110.00 by 15 May
📌 $110.00 by 29 May
📌 $110.00 by 12 June
📌 $110.00 by 3 July

Permission Note
✅ Permission can be given through SchoolBytes.
📝 A paper version of the note is available from the front office, or you can download a copy here.

Behaviour Standard
⚠️ No student placed on a Formal Caution (Suspension Warning) or returning from suspension within 2 weeks of this excursion will be allowed to attend.

For further information, please contact the school.

We look forward to making this a memorable learning experience for our students! 🌊🐠✨