Ignatian Newsletter: 2025 - Edition #6

Loyola Community News

Maytime Fair

This year’s Maytime Fair will be held TOMORROW 3 May from 9.00am – 4.00pm.

Xavier House and the Loyola Parents and Friends Association (LPFA) will once again be supporting the Maytime Fair at Xavier College by running a hot jam donut stand. The Fair will also include entertainment for parents and children with a huge array of food, music, rides, arts, crafts, games, a wine auction, sport, face painting, showbags and more.

Proceeds from this annual event support Jesuit Missions and every year, Loyola College happily participates in this wonderful day. We look forward to seeing many Loyola families at the Fair – which always proves a fun day for all. Thank you to the parents and students who have volunteered to run the stall.

For more information visit the Maytime Fair website

Maytime Fair 2025

Thank You – Canapés with Class Parent Dinner

A heartfelt thank you to all the parents who attended the Canapés with Class Parent Dinner on Thursday 1 May. It was a lovely evening of connection, conversation, and community.

A special thank you to our talented Hospitality students, led by Ms Gartland, for preparing and serving the delicious canapés. Their professionalism and warm service added a wonderful touch to the night.

We are grateful for the continued support of our Loyola parent community and look forward to more opportunities to connect throughout the year.

Open Day

A reminder that Open Day will take place on Sunday, 18 May from 1:00pm – 4:00pm. This day provides us with a great opportunity to welcome guests into our school and share with them all the things that make Loyola College special. If you know of family or friends who are interested in joining the Loyola College Community in the coming years, please advise them to register their attendance to this event online by clicking HERE.

LPFA Working Bee

We are seeking volunteers to assist at our upcoming Working Bee on Saturday, 10 May 9.00am – 12.00pm as we prepare the College for Open Day. Your help will make a huge difference in ensuring our school grounds and event spaces look their best. No special skills are required—just a willingness to lend a hand!

If you are able to offer your support we ask that you kindly email Monica Agius (College and Community Engagement Assistant) via lpfa@loyola.vic.edu.au

Working Bee

Good as New Uniform Sale

The Loyola Parents And Friends Association will be holding another “Good As New” Uniform Sale on Saturday, 10 May from 9.00am – 12.00pm in the Old Loyola Building. This is a great opportunity for parents to pick up items of second hand uniform at discounted prices. Please note that stock and sizes are limited. All proceeds from the sale assist the LPFA in supporting the College through their fundraising efforts.

LPFA Roaming the Ranges Winery Tour – Tickets Still Available!
Tickets are now on sale for the LPFA’s Roaming the Ranges winery tour

Enjoy a full day exploring the beautiful Macedon Ranges with visits to wineries, a brewery, and a bakehouse, plus a delicious lunch at Cleveland Estate. The day includes coach transport to and from Loyola College, so all you need to do is relax and enjoy.

Tickets on sale HERE until 7.00pm Monday, 5 May

Spaces are limited – gather your friends and don’t miss out on this fun and social day in support of the LPFA!

LPFA Trivia & Games Night – Saturday, 9 August

Get ready for a night of laughs, friendly competition, and community spirit at the LPFA Trivia & Games Night – the major fundraising event for the Loyola Parents and Friends Association in 2025!

Join us for a fun-filled evening featuring trivia, games, and plenty of opportunities to win great prizes. All proceeds will go towards supporting College programs and initiatives that benefit our students.

🎟 Tickets on sale Monday 2 June at 7.00pm!
Book a table with friends or join one on the night – we’d love to see you there!

Trivia Night

Donation of Loyola Uniform

Thank you to all the families who generously donate second-hand uniforms throughout the year to support our Good As New Uniform Sales. As we prepare for 2025, we are accepting donations of washed uniforms. If you have any items that you no longer need and are in excellent condition, please leave them with Reception. Your contributions help support families in need and are greatly appreciated.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE OLD STYLE SPORT UNIFORM CAN NO LONGER BE WORN BY STUDENTS AND MUST NOT BE SENT TO RECEPTION. 

Parent co-operation in this matter is kindly appreciated.

For more information, please contact Monica Agius at community@loyola.vic.edu.au or 9433 0228.

2025 Entertainment Guide

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Digital memberships can be purchased HERE