Prayer Father's Day
On this Father’s Day, let us ask St Joseph for his intercession on behalf of all dads and that his holy example continue to be an inspiration to all fathers, using a beautiful prayer from the Carmelite Sisters:
Oh, St Joseph, whose protection is so great, so strong, so prompt before the throne of God, I place in you all my interests and desires.
Oh, St Joseph, do assist me by your powerful intercession, and obtain for me from your Divine Son all spiritual blessings, through Jesus Christ, our Lord. So that, having engaged here below your heavenly power, I may offer my thanksgiving and homage to the most Loving of Fathers.
Oh, St Joseph, I never weary contemplating you and Jesus asleep in your arms; I dare not approach while He reposes near your heart. Press Him in my name and kiss his fine head for me and ask him to return the Kiss when I draw my dying breath.
St Joseph, Patron of departed souls, pray for me.
Amen
The Liwara Newsletter, Volume 14
5th September 2025
In this week's newsletter:
- Greetings from Cairns
- Yr6 Confirmation Retreat
- Assistant Principal's Conference
- Athletics - Jumps & Throws
and more...
FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Dear Parents and Caregivers
As I write to you from Cairns, where I’m attending the Australian Catholic Education Conference 2025 alongside delegates from across Australia and beyond, I’m reminded of the strength and spirit of our Catholic education community. It’s been inspiring to engage in conversations about faith, leadership, and innovation, and I look forward to bringing back ideas that will continue to enrich our beautiful school.
With the theme ‘Hope, Anchored in Faith’, the conference is focussing on the strategic vision and mission of Catholic education across three key areas – Faith, Excellence and Access. They are featuring a broad range of speakers, presentations and workshops focused on Catholic identity, mission and formation; learning and teaching; leadership and governance; parent engagement; parish and community engagement; resourcing and infrastructure; advocacy and marketing; and more.
Back at Liwara, it’s been a joy to see our students thriving in so many areas—from spiritual growth and sporting achievements to musical performances and community celebrations. I’m incredibly proud of the way our staff, students, and families come together to create such a vibrant and supportive environment.
As Term 3 continues to unfold, our school has been buzzing with activity, joy, and meaningful moments that reflect the heart of our Liwara community.
Year 6 Confirmation Retreat
Next Tuesday, our Year 6 students will be engaged in a deeply enriching Confirmation Retreat. Guided by faith and reflection, the day will offer students a chance to explore the significance of the Sacrament of Confirmation, deepen their relationship with God, and bond with their peers in a spirit of prayer and unity. We are proud of the reverence and maturity we know they will display throughout the retreat. We are so fortunate to have our 24/7 Youth Group facilitating this retreat once again.
Assistant Principal’s Conference
Our Assistant Principals will be attending the Catholic Assistant Principal’s Conference next week, where innovative ideas and collaborative strategies will be shared to enhance learning and wellbeing across Catholic schools. It will be a valuable opportunity to connect with colleagues and bring fresh inspiration back to Liwara.
Athletics – Jumps & Throws
Already the energy is electric as our students showcase their athletic talents in the ‘Jumps and Throws’ events. From soaring long jumps to powerful shot puts and Turbo Javelin, every participant will be giving their best effort. Congratulations, in advance, to all students for their sportsmanship and determination!
2025 Book Week Parade
On Tuesday, 19 August staff and students gathered in the hall for the annual Book Week Parade, with students eager to display their costumes and once again the staff outdid themselves by reinacting the book "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" by Eric Carle that tells the story of a caterpillar's transformation into a butterfly.
Mr Sanders (PE Teacher) starred as the caterpillar who hatched from an egg and ate everything for a whole week and then builds a cocoon around himself and emerges from the cocoon as a beautiful butterfly which Mrs Shilkin (Kindy Red) played the part with grace and style.
One Big Voice Concert
Next Friday, our choir will join over 8,000 children from 165 primary schools when they come together to form Australia’s largest and most inclusive children’s choir. The numbers cover two concerts where all children shine brightly at the One Big Voice concerts, joining voices with thousands of students from across Perth. Months of practice will culminate in a roof-raising climax of joyous song and celebration, as the entire floor of the venue transforms into centre-stage! Built on a 23 year tradition the One Big Voice Festival stands as a beacon of positivity for children as they get the chance to sing uplifting, life affirming songs in an experience neither they nor the audience will ever forget! A huge thank you to Ms Natalie Mandry who is preparing them for their performance which will be a beautiful celebration of unity and music, and we commend them for their dedication and enthusiasm during rehearsals and on the big stage. I look forward to enjoying the event with many of our Liwara families.
Celebrating Our Students
Across all year levels, our students continue to impress us with their creativity, kindness, and commitment to learning. Whether in the classroom, on the sports field, or performing on stage, their efforts and achievements are a testament to the vibrant spirit of Liwara.
.ENROLMENTS FOR CHILDREN IN KINDY 2027/2028 AND PRE KINDY 2026/2027
We currently have a limited number of vacancies for 2025 across selected year groups, I urge you to contact our Enrolment Officer, as soon as possible, to discuss the enrolment process as we are currently meeting with future and current families for our 2026 Pre Kindy placements. We have now completed our Kindy interviews for 2026 and currently have a waitlist. Please note, that Kindy will be conducted on Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday and Pre Kindy will be held on Thursday & Friday from 2026
Enrolment information and applications can be downloaded from our school website HERE or a paper copy can be collected from the school office.
Mrs Andrea Millar
Principal
FROM THE ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
Music Assembly
We look forward to celebrating our very talented musicians at our Music Assembly on Friday, 12 September at 2:20pm in the Hall. All are welcome to attend.
Learning Journey
Learning Journey is always such a wonderful celebration of all the hard work the students are putting into their class and Specialist lessons. There is a wonderful atmosphere in the school seeing all the parents and grandparents moving around to various classrooms. Please join us on Thursday, 11 September from 4-6pm.
Liwara Athletics Carnival
Mr Sanders is busy preparing the final touches to the Liwara Athletics Carnival which will be run on Friday, 19 September. We will start our prayers to ask for a lovely Spring day for our carnival.
Ms Angela Leddin & Ms Stefanie Neri
Assistant Principals
SAVE THE DATE
SCHOOL VALUES - MERCY
In Term Three we are focusing on our school value of Mercy. We display mercy by accepting others for who they are and by showing compassion and care for their needs.
UPCOMING EVENTS
IMPORTANT DATES 2025
TERM 3 - 21 July to 26 September
TERM 4 - 13 October to 12 December
Week 8 - Term 3 2025
7 Sept - Father's Day
8 Sept - K- PP Health Checks
8 Sept - Yr5 Tough Stuff Program
8 Sept - Whole School Prayer @ 2.40pm -Yr5
9 Sept - Running Club @ 8.00am
11 Sept - Running Club @ 8.00am
11 Sept - R U OK Day - Yellow Accessories
11 Sept - Robotics Club - Cancelled
11 Sept - Learning Journing - 4.00-6.00pm
12 Sept - Music Assembly @ 2.20pm
13 Sept - Confirmation Certificate Mass @ 6.00pm
14 Sept - Confirmation Certificate Mass - All Masses
Week 9
15 Sept - Y5 Tough Stuff Program
15 Sept - Yr7 2026 Parent Info Evening at Sacred Heart
16 Sept - Running Club @ 8.00am
17 Sept - Sausage Sizzle Orders for Athletics Carnival close @ 9.00am
17 Sept - Neurodiversity Meeting @ 2.00pm
18 Sept - Running Club @ 8.00am
18 Sept - Yr5 Exc: Perth Hills Discovery Centre @ 9.00am
19 Sept - Liwara Athletics Carnival @ 9.30am
CLASS NEWS
NEWS FROM YEAR 4
Our Year 4 students have been working incredibly hard on their latest writing project, focusing on the important issue of plastic pollution. They have been busy researching the causes and impacts of this problem, with a particular focus on the Great Pacific Garbage Patch – a huge area of floating rubbish in our ocean! Students were amazed and shocked to learn about the size of this environmental issue and the effect it has on marine life and ecosystems. Using their research, they have been drafting and publishing detailed information reports that explain what plastic pollution is, how the Great Garbage Patch was formed, and the ways we can all work together to reduce waste and protect our planet.
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! 
LIBRARY NEWS
Library borrowing has been growing in leaps and bounds!
Please ensure your child owns a library bag and remind them to bring it in each week to keep our books safe.
Thanks to the fantastic result of last year’s Scholastic book fair, we have lots of new books to enjoy! Library loans are for one week, however students can renew their loan and extend the borrowing time if needed. Students who return their borrowed books before school, go into the weekly raffle draw.
2025 Library Days for students:
- Tuesday - Kindy, Year 1 & Year 2
- Wednesday - PP, Year 5 & Year 6
- Thursday - Year 3 & Year 4
Library Bags for Sale
The Liwara Craft Group have made Library bags. The bags are $10.00 each and all profits go towards the craft stall for the School Fair.
If you are interested in purchasing one or more of these beautiful bags, they can be purchased through Trybookings:
https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/524560
Take your receipt to the Library and select a bag!
Mrs Clark
CANTEEN NEWS
With the end of term fast approaching, if you have an IOU with the canteen, can you please settle this account as soon as possible.
If you would like a nice warm lunch on a chilly day, orders can be made on-line at www.quickcliq.com.au, by entering Liwara and your child’s class details.
Please note we cannot change the toppings on the Foccacia or change the make up of the sushi as we order these in fresh for us. Please note that we can provide GF bread and also lactose free margarine which can be ordered by adding a note to your order in the message area provided.
We also have some GF options available at recess, however these will need to be ordered prior to recess please, so we can have them warm and ready for pick up.
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!!
Thank you for supporting the Canteen.
Deb & Adriana
UNIFORM SHOP
The Uniform Shop is open Thursdays from 8.15am - 9am for all your uniform needs! Doors will not open outside of these hours.
Reminder to families that we will be switching to "Summer Uniform" for the commencement of Term 4, therefore you have 3 weeks to visit the onsite shop before Term 4 commences.
JFE Details
Phone: 9204 1701
Email: saes@jfe.net.au
PARENTS & FRIENDS
To read this week's P & F Newsletter - CLICK HERE
To keep up to date, head to our private Facebook page by clicking here.
NEW BIKE RACK
Our very generous and productive P & F have kindly donated an additional bike rack for the students bikes (which was put together by Ken) and makes a great addition to the school.
Great to see so many students riding to school on a regular basis.
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!
PARISH YOUTH MINISTRY NEWS
TUESDAY 2ND SEPTEMBER
Last week at 24:7 Greenwood, we enjoyed another awesome night of games, fun, and faith-filled content. We began with board and card games before moving into our main activities for the evening. Our first game, Bopper, brought lots of energy and laughter, followed by a competitive round of Wall Tag.
We were especially blessed to welcome guest speaker Ruby Soh, who led us in exploring the theme Shelter the Homeless. Ruby shared her personal experiences of serving on mission trips with Buckets For Jesus, where she was involved in building houses for the homeless in different communities. Her stories, photos, and videos really brought the topic to life and inspired us all.
Earlier in the week, on Tuesday 26th August, our Youth Ministers and leaders had the privilege of facilitating the Confirmation retreat for the Year 6 students at Liwara Catholic Primary School. We then joined the parish at the 6:00pm Mass on Saturday, where many of the students — including two of our own youth — received the Sacrament of Confirmation. It was such a special and joy-filled occasion to celebrate with them.
NEXT YOUTH GROUP
This Sunday the 7th of September we’ll be holding a Confirmation Party to celebrate with the newly confirmed Year 6 students! Alongside the celebration, we’ll continue our term theme on the Corporal Works of Mercy, focusing on Visit the Imprisoned. Our Youth Minister, Jesse, will be sharing about his own experiences and how we, too, can live out this call in our daily lives. It’s going to be a meaningful night!
God bless,
Jesse and Lucy
24:7 Greenwood Youth Ministers
www.247youthministry.org
COMMUNITY NEWS
VacSwim Program
Enrolments are not open for the October & December/January school holiday programs.
VacSwim provides children 5 to 17 years of age with the opportunity to develop and progress their swimming and water safety skills during the school holidays across the State. There are programs for beginner, intermediate and advanced swimmers.
Further information, details of locations and information on how to enrol is on the Department of Education website https://www.education.wa.edu.au/vacswim
Enrolments are not open, and families can enrol online:
https://www.education.wa.edu.au/vacswim
Dental Health Services
Greenwood Dental Therapy Centre
Greenwood Primary School | Merivale Way, Greenwood,Wa,6024
Ph: (08) 92035611 |
E: GreenwoodDTC@health.wa.gov.au
W: North Metropolitan Health Se
ENROLMENTS
We are now accepting Pre Kindy - Year 6 enrolments for 2026, 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.