MKC MOB
The MKC Mob is the name we use for our Aboriginal and Torres Strait islanderstudents. These students get to fully immerse themselves in their own culture andlearn more about their own heritage and the history of First nations peoples. Ourgoal is for these students to embrace and be proud of their culture and the historybehind […]
Student Futures in the Making Today
It is always bittersweet as we reach the end of another school year. While this time can be sad as we get set to farewell our Year 12s, it is also an exciting time to see them start their future plans they have spent their journey at MacKillop working towards. For this semester’s Spirit Magazine, […]
A Bunnings of a Time for Daniel
Earlier this year, graduating Year 12 student Daniel began some small work experience visits to our local Mornington Bunnings as part of their DIY Teen Trade Program. This is an outreach program run by Bunnings to encourage school students to learn about trades in a fun, hands-on and engaging way. Students are invited in-store to […]
School of Rock – 2025 College Musical
In August, School of Rock was brought to life over five vibrant performances across three days at Guilford Young College. After six months of twice-weekly rehearsals in their own time, our dedicated students from Years 7–12 put on an awesome show that showcased their talent, teamwork, and passion. For many, this was their first time […]
Ski Trip 2025
Welcome to New Zealand! As part of MacKillop Catholic College’s extension into Year 11/12, we are excited to offer Senior students the opportunity to spend a week in New Zealand in Term 2 as part of the biannual Ski Trip. This year, the inaugural Ski Trip involved 39 students packing their bags and thermals as […]
Staff Profile – Liam Grace, Teacher
What was your background in and what led you to this new role with MacKillop? I have been teaching PE, Maths and Science in Queensland for the past several years and decided last year to move back home closer to family. I grew up on the eastern shore (loved every second of it) and was […]
Staff Profile – Tylisha Crawford, College Counsellor
What was your background in and what led you to this new role with MacKillop? After graduating in 2023 with a Bachelor of Social Work with Honours, I started a job in play therapy, before moving on to be a job coach, and have now started my role here as a school counsellor. Since beginning […]
Sunshine Coast Dance Eisteddfod 2025
From Tuesday 23 May to Sunday 18 May, 23 talented and enthusiastic students travelled to Queensland to represent the College at the Sunshine Coast Dance Eisteddfod. Over five incredible days, students participated in rehearsals, performances, shopping trips, and even enjoyed a fun-filled day at Dreamworld. Hannah Jackman and Karl Young (Year 12) proudly performed their solos, showcasing […]
Learning From Industry Professionals
During Semester 1 our Year 10 students had the exciting opportunity to undertake a week of both work experience and transition week activities as they move into Year 11 and 12 at MacKillop. While on work placement, students learnt from industry professionals at workplaces including Ninja Stadium, CSIRO, Dean Winter MP’s Office, SDR Plumbing, Helicopter […]
Alumni Spotlight: Careers
Some of our wonderful Year 12 graduates from last year have been great at keeping in contact with MacKillop Catholic College to let us know how they’re going as they have moved into their future pathways. I’d like to highlight 2024 graduate, Darcy Andrikonis, who has recently begun his journey in the Tasmanian Academy of […]