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Festival of Redlands

Tickets now now available! Secure yours here now!

Please join us for the Festival of Redlands, an unforgettable 140^th Birthday Celebration, shining a light on 140 years of exceptional Redlands education, to explore the past, present and future of our amazing School.

When: Saturday 19 October, 1pm-5pm
Where: Redlands Junior Campus, 2 Allister St, Cremorne

Bring your Redlands spirit to life by participating in the school-wide ultimate House Challenge, culminating in the awarding of  the Festival of Redlands Trophy.

Enjoy the showcase of our extraordinary Performing Arts, Sports, Academics, Visual Arts, Innovative Design and Outdoor Education programs, as well as the history and heritage of Redlands.
Please register your attendance here. Entry is free and you can also purchase a selection of ticketed activities while registering.

What’s on at the Festival?

House Challenge

Show your family’s House spirit by collecting all-important House points through participating in the many activities available during the Festival including Sports, Music, Drama, Dance, Academics, Innovative Design and Volunteering.

Come dressed in your House colours on the day for a chance to win House points for the best dressed; and prior to the day, help dress the House Marquee. At the end of the Festival, the winning House with the highest points will be awarded the coveted Festival of Redlands Trophy!

What’s On at the Festival?

Sporting Activities: Earn House points through the following free activities

• Field and Rowing Games
• Netball, Basketball and Slider Hockey
• Climbing Frame Ninja Courses
• Handball Tournament

Entertainment and Food

• The Entertainment Quarter
• Visual Arts and Academics Alley
• Art Auction
• International Food Extravaganza
• Alumni Cafe
• The Foundation Wishing Tree

Ticketed Activities
$5 per ride  (Purchase tickets here or on the day, subject to availability)

• Kindi Farm (All ages)
• Mechanical Snowboard Ride (Age 8 and up, maximum weight 125 kg)
• Bubble Soccer (Kindergarten and up)
• Climbing Wall (All ages, under 5 years must be accompanied by an adult to belay the rope)
• Silent Disco (All ages)

Grand Finale
Don’t miss the ultimate House Tug-o-War that will wrap up the festivities! Register on arrival and battle it out for House bragging rights in this exciting end-of-festival showdown.

What do I need to do now?
We can’t wait to celebrate with you and make this a birthday to remember so here’s what to do:

• Register your attendance to assist us with planning
• Ticketed activities: You can either book your activities tickets here in advance or buy your activities tickets on the day. Please note that some activities may be booked out prior to the day so consider booking in advance to avoid disappointment!

On the Day

• Upon entry, students will receive their House Wristband (no one else requires one)
• Collect your Festival map to plan your afternoon.

Calling all Festival of Redlands Volunteers

Help at our 140th Birthday Celebration! The Festival of Redlands relies upon our Community to make this special celebration happen.  Please consider lending an hour of your time during the Festival on Saturday 19 October, demonstrating your House Spirit and garnering points for volunteering! Sign up here.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you and make this a birthday to remember! Proudly brought to you by the Redlands Parents and Friends Association (RPFA), Friends of Groups, and in collaboration with  Redlands staff, students and alumni.

Signup to Donate to the Bake Sale Here!

Alumni Birthday Wishes

As we gear up to celebrate this major milestone, some of our alumni from across the years have messages to share. If you’re Alumni and would like to share a birthday message please email us!

Redlands Melbourne Cup Luncheon 2024

This year the tradition continues as we host the event that stops the nation at Sergeants’ Mess in Chowder Bay overlooking stunning Sydney Harbour. Join us for an unforgettable afternoon with French Champagne on arrival, a gourmet three course meal with fine wines, raffles and sweeps, entertainment and fashions on the field.

Early bird tickets for Melbourne Cup are on sale now. Buy yours here.

Redlands Parents and Friends Association

Notice of Annual General Meeting

All parents and guardians of current students are invited and encouraged to attend the Redlands Parents and Friends Association Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Thursday 24 October 2024 at 6:30pm. The meeting will be held on the Redlands Senior Campus, 272 Military Road Cremorne, specific location TBC. 

The Redlands Parents and Friends Association (RPFA), Parent Contact Groups and Friends of Groups work together to support our school and the wider Redlands community. All volunteer members play a vital role in the growth and prosperity of Redlands by keeping us connected, included and informed.  Details can be found here and also via the RPFA.

Upcoming Parent / Family Get-togethers 

Contact us to list your event.

Walks on Tracks

Weekly guided walks around the northern Sydney area are organised by Ann Marie, a wonderful RPFA volunteer. This is a great way to meet other Redlands parents and get in shape, plus a wonderful way to spend a morning discovering the many paths of the Sydney area.

The invitation for walks is open, so if you have friends or family who you think would like to come along, please feel free to bring them. Dogs are also welcome on most walks, look for the ???? below .

Walks start at 8.40am and are roughly 1 1/2- 2 hours. For those with the time, we love to stop for a coffee afterwards. In case you’re running late, just text Ann Marie so they can wait for you. Walks for the remainder of the year:

Any questions, please contact Ann Marie on 0406 691 533. See you walking!

Book Club

The Redlands Book Club is a group of Redlands parents – past and present – who share a love of reading. New members are always welcome! The Book Club meets twice each school term to discuss a book, rotating among members’ homes. Occasionally, outings are also organised to events, movies or shows that are tied in with books. If you would like to join Book Club, and learn where we are meeting this month or simply want to know more, please contact Monica or Sabiha.

Our next meeting will be during the week of October 28, when we will be discussing Safe Haven by Shankari Chandran.

Seen a book you’re dying to read and discuss? Recommend it for our next read!

Behind the Scenes with the RPFA: Meet your Class Parents 

A wonderful group of volunteers, Class Parents are in place from Redlands House all the way up to Yr 12. Their efforts in welcoming new parents, organising teacher celebrations and facilitating class social events go a long way in maintaining the connected and engaged school community we enjoy here at Redlands.

Check back here each week to meet 2024 Class Parents and discover how you can get involved!

The Week in Pictures

4 Yellow Family Picnic at Clifton Gardens

Yr 11 parent drinks at The Oaks.

Do you have event pics you want to share? Please send them to RPFA Note Day.

RPFA Committee

President: Brittne Whitelaw
Vice President: Carrie Taylor
Secretary: Jennifer Mast
Treasurer: Joe Russo
Committee: Monika Crennan, Michelle McDonald, Lisa Middlebrook, Karen Nicholson, Emma Okhovat, Sophia Stewart-Kasimba