Kambarang Prayer
Loving God,
As we begin this new term,
we give thanks for the beauty and new life of Kambarang.
Thank you for every child entrusted to our care
and for the privilege of helping them grow.
Give us patience for those who need more time,
wisdom to recognise what each person needs,
and generosity to encourage the gifts we see in one another
When the term becomes busy, give us perspective.
When we are tired, renew us.
When there is joy, help us pause and celebrate.
May we plant with hope, nurture with love,
and trust You with the growth.
Bless our children, our families and our staff,
as we journey together through this final term.
Amen
The Liwara Newsletter, Volume 17
30th October 2026
In this week's newsletter:
- Sacramental Programme
- Opening Term Mass
- Professional Development Day
- P & F Disco
and more...
FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Dear Parents and Caregivers
Welcome back
I hope you had some opportunities to break routine and relax over the school holidays. These resets, when we spend time with family and friends, are important for our well-being and give us the energy and enthusiasm to start the busy Term 4 ahead. We need to focus on this term, rather than rushing ahead to 2027. Students can become anxious if adults focus on the change and transition to the next year level sooner than necessary. As a community, let’s all enjoy all the wonderful moments that Term 4 has to offer. We wish our Year 6 students all the very best as they embark on their last term with us at Liwara.
Catholic Identity
Sacramental Programme
Our sacramental programme for this year is now complete. I wish to take this opportunity to express my gratitude to Gill, our parish sacramental coordinator, Angela Leddin and Stef Neri for their coordination and the teachers in Year Three (Mrs Weston, Mrs Rattray and Mrs Beckett), Year Four (Mrs Swift and Miss Cvetkovski) and Year Six (Mrs McCabe and Mr Vine) for their time and commitment to supporting our students in their faith journey.
Opening Term Mass
Our Opening Term Mass was a lovely celebration to start Term Four. Thank-you to the families who attended, Remy McGavigan for preparing the Mass, our musicians and choir and all those who participated.
Education Pillar
Professional Development Day
Staff worked together on Monday to review progress toward our 2026 school improvement goals and begin planning for 2027. Staff also analysed our school data to inform future directions. The final session was led by Clare Thompson, CEWA Behaviour Consultant, on Collaborative Proactive Solutions. The learnings drew from research and moved from the broad Why? through to practical strategies (When and How?), whilst linking with our Levels of Behaviour framework.
Community Pillar
P and F Disco
Our students are excited to attend the P and F Disco this evening. Thank-you to Linda for leading this event and to all the volunteers who have signed up to assist.
Small Scale Electoral Commitment Grant
Andrea Millar successfully secured a grant last year for the hall air conditioning and mural artwork. Additional funds were available for artwork, which we recently spent on Values Totem Artwork. We installed the first set near the top access road entry. A second set has arrived and will be installed at the front of the school soon. We thank the WA Government for their support through this grant.
- Stewardship Pillar
Staffing News
Jane Evans, our social worker, is currently on long-term leave and has confirmed she will resign at the end of the school year to continue supporting her family. Jane has supported the staff, students and families of Liwara for 11 years. We keep Jane and her family in our prayers.
Baby News
Congratulations to Sabrina Lecase (OSHC Manager) and her partner on expecting their first baby. We wish them all the best as they begin this new and exciting chapter of their lives.
Grandparents’ Morning
Grandparents are important figures in our family life. We look forward to hosting our annual Grandparents’ Morning on Thursday 29th October. To register for this event please click on the link below:
TERM DATES
Please refer to the school website for Term Dates, Pupil Free Days and the live School Calendar. This includes sacramental and key dates for the year.
ENROLMENTS FOR CHILDREN IN KINDY 2028 AND PRE KINDY 2027
We have a limited number of places available for 2026 across selected year levels. We encourage you to contact our Enrolment Officer as soon as possible to discuss the enrolment process, as we are currently meeting with both prospective and current families regarding 2027 Pre Kindy placements.
We have completed our 2027 Kindy interviews and we have a waitlist. Applications for Kindy 2028 are now open for children born between 1 July 2023 and 30 June 2024, and we invite families to submit their application promptly.
If you are aware that your child will not be returning in 2027, can you please advise the front office in writing ASAP.
Please note that Kindy runs on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, while Pre Kindy is held on Thursday and Friday.
Enrolment information and applications can be downloaded from our school website HERE or a paper copy can be collected from the school office.
Take care and God bless.
Mrs Dee Johnston
Principal
2027 CLASS PLACEMENT REQUESTS
This term, teachers will be compiling class groupings for 2027. Teachers consider several factors when placing students in classes. The children’s best interests in our educational setting are the main priority. Students also get the opportunity to list classmates they work well with and would like to have in their class. We aim to ensure that at least one child from the friendship list will be in the class for 2027.
If you have a valid class placement request (see criteria below), please complete this form: Class Placement Request - 2027. The form will be open to accept responses until Monday, 26 October. Requests cannot be made after this date. Please understand that not all requests can be accommodated.
Valid requests:
- Separating or keeping twins together.
- Providing insights into your own child’s personality or learning needs/style.
- Respectfully providing the school with insight into relationship issues a child may have with another student.
The following requests will not be considered:
- a) Requests for a particular teacher will not be considered as staffing is not finalised.
- b) Requests for a child to be in a class with a particular student will not be considered.
Please use the secure link above to the principal’s form.
FROM THE ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
Wishing everyone a great start to Term 4 and we hope that you are refreshed after the school holidays.
Opening Term Mass
It was great to open the Term on Friday with Mass. Students behaved beautifully. A special thanks to the choir, you sound amazing!
Book Fair
Thanks to Mrs Clark for organising the Book Fair. Please check details on Seesaw and below under Library News and support the event.
Interschool Athletics
Thank you to Mr Sanders for organising the Liwara team to attend on Thursday 22nd October. Good luck team Liwara!
Certificate Assembly
Our first Certificate Assembly of the term will be held on Friday 23rd October. We hope you can join us.
Grandparents' Day
We invite all Grandparents to RSVP and attend this special event. Please check Seesaw for details. Don’t forget to RSVP and share a photo of students with their grandparents to: remy.mcgavigan@cewa.edu.au
Ms Angela Leddin & Mrs Remy McGavigan
Assistant Principals
COUNTDOWN TO LIWARA FAIR - 6 NOVEMBER
Ticket sales for the 47th Annual Liwara Fair are now live!
Save 5% by buying your tickets ahead of the night.
- 10 Tickets for $9.50 save $0.50
- 20 tickets for $19.00 save $1.00
- 50 tickets for $47.50 save $2.50
Collection available before and after school Thursday 5th November, before school Friday 6th or at the fair.
Rides 5+ tickets or EFTPOS TBC as we are still securing vendors.
Sideshow alley 1 to 5 tickets other stalls approx. 4 to 5 tickets per game.
1 week and counting!
Our Fair is fast approaching, and we need your help to make it the best one yet. Start gathering your donations now and bring them in to support this exciting community event. Donations can be dropped into the classroom baskets or left at the Front Office. Every donation makes a difference!
SCHOOL VALUES - FAITH
In Term Four we are focusing on our school value of Faith. We display faith by having a positive attitude, include others, be welcoming, show kindness and care for others.
UPCOMING EVENTS
IMPORTANT DATES 2026
TERM 4 - 12 October to 11 December
Week 2 - Term 4 2026
19 Oct - PP-Yr1 Net Program @ 3.15pm
20 Oct - Book Fair
20 Oct - PP-Yr6 After School Soccer Program @ 3.10pm
21 Oct - Book Fair
21 Oct - K-Yr6 After School AFL Program @ 3.00pm
22 Oct - Book Fair
22 Oct - PP-Yr6 Before School Tennis Program @ 7.45am
22 Oct - Yr3-6 Interschool Athletics Carnival
23 Oct - PP-Y6 Before School Basketball Program @ 7.30am
23 Oct - Yr6 Parish Mass @ 9.00am
23 Oct - Certificate Assembly @ 2.20pm
Week 3 - Term 4 2026
26 Oct - SHC Yr6 Orientation Testing
26 Oct - Yr1 Whole School Prayer @ 2.40pm
26 Oct - PP-Yr1 Net Program @ 3.15pm
27 Oct - SHC Yr7 2027 Orientation Day
27 Oct - Yr3 Inc: Spare Parts Puppet Theatre
27 Oct - PP-Yr6 After School Soccer Program @ 3.10pm
28 Oct - PP Inc: The Worm Shed
28 Oct - K-Yr6 After School AFL Program @ 3.00pm
29 Oct - Grandparents' Morning Tea @ 8.30am
29 Oct - PP-Yr6 Before School Tennis Program @ 7.45am
30 Oct - PP-Yr6 Before School Basketball Program @ 7.30am
30 Oct - All Saints Mass - join Parish Mass @ 9.00am (TBC)
01 Nov - Family Mass @ 9.30am
2026 PHYSICAL LITERACY WEEK
COMING 2-8 NOVEMBER
Families can register for free at physicalliteracyweek.com to access fun play-at-home challenges and resources.
NEWS FROM LIWARA OSHC
OSHC Team
GREEN FOOTPRINTS
Encouraging small steps toward a more sustainable future.
Liwara Catholic Primary School is excited to introduce a new Sustainability Section in our parent newsletter! This initiative will highlight significant school, Australian and international sustainability events, along with practical tips and hints to support eco-friendly living. We are committed to fostering a culture of environmental awareness within our community, and we look forward to sharing valuable insights to help us all make a positive impact. Stay tuned for inspiring updates and ways to get involved! 
Mrs Tilka
Science & Sustainability Teacher
LIBRARY NEWS
Scholastic Book Fair starts next week!
Before school and after school - Tuesday 20th, Wednesday 21st and Thursday 22nd October.
This is a wonderful opportunity to do some early Christmas shopping.
Every sale will benefit our school, adding valuable resources to the library.
Welcome back to Library!
Library class visits are now well underway, with lots of exciting new books ready to be borrowed.
Please ensure your child owns a library bag and remind them to bring it on their library day to help keep our books safe.
Library Bags are Available for Purchase
Library bags can be purchased online through TryBooking and collected from the library.
https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/524560
We have a range of fun designs, with all profits going towards the School Fair craft stall.
2026 Library Days for Students
- Tuesday - Kindy and Year 1
- Wednesday - Pre-Primary, Year 4, Year 5 and Year 6
- Thursday - Year 2 and Year 3
Borrowing Information
- Loans are for one week.
- Students may renew their book if they need extra time.
- Students who return their book before school will go into the weekly raffle draw.
- Library open Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday from 8.15am.
We look forward to another wonderful term of reading!
Mrs Clark
CANTEEN NEWS
A reminder that canteen orders need to be submitted online by 9.00am. Check out the menu at https://www.liwara.wa.edu.au/wp-content/uploads/Canteen-Menu-Updated-15-July-2024.pdf - there is something for everyone to enjoy!!
Fridays Sushi order cut off is 9.00am Thursday.
Canteen Volunteers Wanted!
The Liwara Canteen is looking for 2–3 regular parent volunteers to help on Fridays (11.30 am–12.30 pm), 2 hours max. No experience required—just a willingness to complete a free Food Handling course.
It’s a fantastic way to support our school and our students. We’d love to welcome you!
Thank you for supporting the Liwara canteen.
Deb & Adriana
UNIFORM SHOP
The Uniform Shop is open Thursdays from 8.15am - 9.00am for all your uniform needs! Doors will not open outside of these hours.
Click here for a copy of the "Uniform Order Form".
We are pleased to offer Liwara CPS an enhanced level of service by making the uniform range available not only through the school’s onsite uniform shop, but also from our Osborne Park store, which is open Monday to Friday and Saturday morning. This will give working families greater flexibility and improved access to uniform purchases.
JFE Details
Phone: 9204 4646
Email: osbornepark@uniformconcepts.au
PARENTS & FRIENDS
To read this week's P & F Newsletter - NO NEWSLETTER - SEE FAIR INFORMATION ABOVE
To keep up to date, head to our private Facebook page by clicking here.
ALL SAINTS PARISH
ALL SAINTS GREENWOOD
7 Liwara Place
Greenwood, WA
6024
PARISH PRIEST
Father Elver Delicano
REGULAR MASS TIMES
Monday – Friday 6am & 9am
Saturdays 6pm
Sundays 7:30am, 9:30am & 5:30pm
Anointing every 2nd Saturday of the month
OFFICE OPEN TIMES
Monday, Wednesday and Friday 10am - 3pm
CONTACT
m: 0466604754
e: greenwood@perthcatholic.org.au
PERTH ARCHDIOCESE WEBSITE
www.perthcatholic.org.au
CHILDREN'S LITURGY VOLUNTEERS - PARENT HELPERS NEEDED
We're seeking parent volunteers to join our All Saints Greenwood parish children’s liturgy team! We need extra helpers to support our group leaders in supervising young children during the Sunday 9:30am Mass children’s liturgy sessions. Typically, we ask for a commitment of just one Sunday per term. Volunteers will need to secure a Working With Children check, and we’re happy to assist you with the process. If you’d like to get involved, we’d love to have you—please text Bianca at 0418 986 893 to sign up!
24:7 YOUTH MINISTRY
TUESDAY 13TH OCTOBER
Last week, 24:7 Greenwood enjoyed an evening of games, fellowship and community. The gathering began indoors with card games and time for the young people to catch up and connect. The group then moved outdoors for a range of energetic activities that encouraged participation and friendly competition. The evening concluded with a shared pizza dinner, providing a relaxed opportunity for everyone to socialise and strengthen their friendships.
NEXT YOUTH GROUP
Our next Youth Group is this Sunday October 18th and we will be breaking open our new term theme which is the Catholic Symbolism of the 12 Days of Christmas
COMMUNITY NEWS
VACSWIM
Enrolments for the summer school holiday VacSwim programs are now open.
Spots are limited and enrolments will close earlier at venues that are fully booked. Enrol now to secure your place!
VacSwim programs give children from 5 to 17 years of age across Western Australia the skills to stay safe and build their confidence in the water.
We offer a variety of programs for your child:
- that range from 5 to 10 days in length
- in pool or calm water environments and at surf centres.
We hold lessons in more than 175 locations at pools and beaches around the state.
With help from friendly and qualified swimming instructors, your child can progress through stages 1 to 16, including achieving their Bronze Medallion.
North Coast Tri Club's TRYstars programs are back for term 4.
We have 3 programs to offer.
TRYstars Hillarys
The original! 8 weeks of triathlon action alternating between Hillarys Harbour beach and Mawson park. Session time is 5:30 to 6:30pm with Coach Madi.
Cost for this course is $50. To find out more, and to register your child, press this link:
https://www.northcoasttriclub.org.au/trystarshillarys
TRYstars Carine
This highly successful course is back! 8 weeks of triathlon fun set at Carine Senior High School's pool and surrounding parks. Two session times, 4:30 to 5:30 and 5:30 to 6:30pm with Coach Jess.
Cost for this course is $60. To find out more, and to register your child, press this link:
https://www.northcoasttriclub.org.au/trystarscarine
NEW COURSE, TRYstars MAX
This is the next step up! Do your kids want a challenge? Here it is! 8 weeks of more serious triathlon TRAINING, set over 2 afternoons per week. Where? Hillarys harbour beach for the swim, Mitchell Freeway bike path for the bike, and Mawson park Hillarys for the run. Training days are Tuesday for the run, and Fridays alternate swim and bike. All session times are 4:30 to 5:30pm. Coaches Bill, Meg and Willow are looking forward to developing your athletes to the next level.
Cost for this course is $90. To find out more, and to register your child, press this link:
https://www.northcoasttriclub.org.au/trystarsmax
All participants need to be BASIC or STANDARD members of the North Coast Tri Club.
Not a member? Here is the link to join:
Dental Health Services
Greenwood Dental Therapy Centre
Greenwood Primary School | Merivale Way, Greenwood,Wa,6024
Ph: (08) 92035611 |
ENROLMENTS
We are now accepting Pre Kindy - Year 6 enrolments for 2027 & beyond. Please contact the school if you have any questions on 6224 2000 or via email: enquiries@liwara.wa.edu.au for more information.