Earlier in the year, DOBCEL shared the difficult decision that Our Lady Help of Christians Primary School, Murtoa, will close at the end of the 2025 school year. As we move toward this transition, we also take time to honour the school’s proud 62-year history and the many staff, students, families, and parishioners who have shaped its story. On Sunday, 14 December, the community is invited to come together for “Remembering Our Lady’s”. The day will begin with Mass at St Mary’s Church, Murtoa, at 12:30pm, followed by lunch at the school from 1:30pm. The gathering will continue at the Railway Hotel, Murtoa, from 5:00pm, where meals will be available.…

The Australian Teacher Workforce Survey is now open – and it’s an important opportunity to support the profession by encouraging participation. The survey captures teachers’ and school leaders’ experiences across Australia, including workload, employment conditions, career intentions, and work-related wellbeing. The results help shape national policies and supports for schools. The survey is anonymous and takes just 10 minutes. All registered teachers receive their unique survey link via email from their teacher regulatory authority. Your voice matters. Together, let’s help shape the future of education. Learn more at the AITSL website by clicking the image below:

  Lumen Christi Primary School, Delacombe Lumen Christi Primary School has successfully upgraded to SIMON and Microsoft Business Central, two integrated digital platforms that streamline school administration and finance. For Kristy Callanan, Finance Officer at Lumen Christi, the move has been a positive step forward for staff and families alike.   Modernising School Systems After years of using older software, the school embraced the opportunity to move to cloud-based platforms. SIMON, an Australian system designed for schools, manages student learning, attendance, reporting, and communication in one place. Business Central supports finance and operations, helping staff process transactions efficiently and accurately. “Staff have been very positive. Everyone has been happy with…