Catholic Regional College North Keilor

Time & Space – An Evening of Connection
Last Thursday evening, our College community came together for a very special Time & Space event, facilitated by Dr Kelly Harris.

Dr Harris is a psychologist who works across primary and secondary school settings and brings with her many years of experience as a teacher, a psychologist and importantly, a parent herself. Her understanding of the joys and challenges of raising young people helped create an evening that was genuine, relaxed and incredibly meaningful.

Throughout the evening, Dads and significant father figures spent time with their sons and daughters – talking, laughing, playing games, sharing stories and exchanging gifts. But perhaps most importantly, they simply had the opportunity to stop and spend time together.

It was incredibly moving to witness some very special moments between our students and their dads. In the busyness of everyday life, we don't always get the opportunity to slow down and really connect with our children. Time & Space gave our families the chance to do exactly that.

There was plenty of laughter throughout the night, but also moments of reflection, emotion and genuine connection. It was a beautiful reminder that sometimes the greatest gift we can give our children is simply our time and our presence.

A heartfelt thank you to all of the parents, students and staff who embraced the evening so wholeheartedly, and to Dr Kelly Harris for facilitating such a meaningful experience for our College community. We are very grateful to have shared in something so special.

Give Your Old Boots a New Life!

Has your child outgrown a pair of football or soccer boots that are still in good, wearable condition? Why not give them a second life and help another young person get involved in sport? 💙

Our school community is supporting the Refurbished Rugby Boots Project, which collects, refurbishes and distributes quality boots to young athletes who may not otherwise have access to them.

We’re looking for:
⚽ Boys’ or girls’ football/soccer boots
✨ Clean and in good condition
👍 No significant damage or excessive wear

Why donate?
The cost of sporting equipment can be a barrier for many young people. Your donated boots could help another young athlete experience the teamwork, confidence, fitness and sense of belonging that sport provides.

📍 Please bring donations to school by 30 October.

Thank you for supporting this worthwhile cause and helping make sport more accessible to young people. 💙

📧 For more information:
Email Mr Attard at [email protected]

Every pair of boots can make a difference!

Our latest newsletter is now available on Schoolbox!
Another jam pack filled addition with highlights, celebrations and student achievements.

We encourage all families to take a moment to read through and stay connected with what’s happening across the College.

Thank you for your ongoing support of our students and community.

💙 Father’s Day Celebration at CRCNK 💙

We warmly invite our students to celebrate Father’s Day with their father, grandfather or special father figure on Friday, 4 September 2026, from 3:30pm–5:00pm in the Collaborative Space at the College.

This year we are delighted to welcome former AFL footballer Troy Simmonds as our special guest speaker for our Father’s Day event.

Troy enjoyed an impressive 197-game AFL career, playing for Melbourne, Fremantle and Richmond, including appearing in the 2000 AFL Grand Final. Since retiring from football, Troy has continued to inspire others through his work in performance, movement and leadership.

Drawing on his experiences both on and off the football field, Troy speaks about resilience, personal growth, leadership and the importance of being present and authentic. His journey has given him a unique perspective on what it means to be a positive role model and mentor to young people.

We look forward to Troy sharing his experiences, insights and reflections with our fathers and father figures as we celebrate the important role they play in the lives of young people.

The afternoon will provide an opportunity for students and their special person to relax, connect and enjoy some valuable time together.

🌭 BBQ and refreshments will be provided
📅 Friday, 4 September 2026
⏰ 3:30pm–5:00pm
📍 Collaborative Space, CRCNK

👉 RSVP by Tuesday, 1 September, including the number of people attending and any dietary requirements.

🎟️ Book your tickets now via the link on Schoolbox

We look forward to celebrating the special fathers and father figures who play such an important role in the lives of our young people. 💙

To celebrate the exciting announcement of our new partnership with the Western Bulldogs, CRC North Keilor Sports Academy is giving our community the chance to WIN TICKETS to see the Bulldogs in action!

This partnership marks an exciting new chapter for our Sports Academy and creates a unique pathway for our students to experience and learn from an elite AFL environment.

Now we want YOU to be part of the celebration!

The first 40 students to register their enrolment for the AFL Program in 2027 will receive 2 tickets to this Sunday’s game -

CARLTON v WESTERN BULLDOGS
📅 Sunday, 16 August 2026
⏰ 3:15pm
📍 Marvel Stadium
🏆 Round 23

Please note: This is not a school-led event and no supervising staff will be present. It is recommended that each student attends with a responsible adult.

Register your enrolment now:
https://www.crcnk.vic.edu.au/crcnk-sa

Get behind the Bulldogs and celebrate the beginning of an exciting new era for our students and community.

🔴⚪🔵 CRCNK SPORTS ACADEMY × WESTERN BULLDOGS 🔴⚪🔵

A new partnership. A new pathway. A new opportunity for our students.

Visit our school website for more information:
https://www.crcnk.vic.edu.au

Catholic Regional College North Keilor is incredibly proud to officially announce our new AFL Program in partnership with the Western Bulldogs, commencing in 2027.

This first-of-its-kind partnership will provide students from Years 7–12 across CRC North Keilor and CRC Sydenham with an exciting opportunity to be part of a genuine AFL development pathway connected directly with one of the country’s leading AFL clubs — the Western Bulldogs.

The program will be delivered with the involvement of Western Bulldogs Head of Development Luke Power and NGA Lead and Head Coach Russell Godson, giving our students access to elite-level knowledge, coaching and development.
More than just football, this partnership is about creating opportunities for our young people.

Students will have the opportunity to develop their football ability, athletic performance, leadership and understanding of what it takes to succeed within a high-performance sporting environment, while continuing their education at CRCNK.

For our College, our students and our wider community, this represents an exciting new chapter and another major step forward for the CRCNK Sports Academy.
We believe this is an incredible opportunity for young people across Melbourne’s west, and we would love the support of our entire CRC community as we begin this journey together.

🔴🔵 REGISTRATIONS FOR 2027 ARE NOW OPEN 🔵🔴

Years 7–12 AFL Program
🏉 In partnership with the Western Bulldogs
🔴 CRC North Keilor × CRC Sydenham

Register now:
https://www.crcnk.vic.edu.au/crcnk-sa

Visit our school website:
https://www.crcnk.vic.edu.au

For further information or enquiries, please contact:
Rudy Ramos
Head of Sports Academy years 7-10
📧 [email protected]

Andrew Mollica
Director of Sports Academy years 11-12
📧 [email protected]

CRC Sports Academy × Western Bulldogs
Developing the next generation. Creating genuine pathways.

On Monday our students took to the field at the SACCSS Senior Boys Hockey Tournament.

With the winter sun shining over the Footscray Hockey Centre, our team played with incredible determination and sportsmanship, narrowly missing a Semi Final spot by just one goal on percentage.

Showing true grit, the boys fought back from 2–0 down to secure a draw against Salesian in the playoff for 5th place.

A special shoutout to Chloe C (Year 9), the only girl in the tournament, who was outstanding - scoring our first goal and proving to be one of our best on field.

Well done also to Ethan P, Joseph P and James A for their strong contributions in a fantastic team effort!

Are the kids eating you out of house and home? Freezer looking a little… empty? We’ve got you covered!

Stock up AND support our school at the same time with our Parents and Friends Fresh Baked Fundraiser

In partnership with Glenroy Bakery, you can grab all your favourites:
✨ Pies & pasties
✨ Sausage rolls
✨ Mini custard tarts
✨ Pizzas, cakes, muffins, donuts & more

Perfect for busy nights, lunchboxes or a sneaky treat!

🗓 Orders close: 3pm, Friday 14 August
📦 Delivery: Thursday 20 August (fresh to school)

Everything is freshly baked AND freezer-friendly 🙌 The more you order, the more we raise for our students — so go on… fill that freezer!

Order here 👇
https://shop.glenroybakery.com.au/pages/fundraiser

Thank you for supporting our CRCNK community 💙