Ignatian Newsletter: 2026 - Edition #6

Loyola Community News

Written by
Monica Agius
College & Community Engagement Assistant

Maytime Fair

This year’s Maytime Fair will be held TOMORROW 2 May from 9.00am – 4.00pm.

Xavier House, the Loyola Parents and Friends Association (LPFA) and Partnership With Parents Group (PWP) 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, live music, rides, arts, crafts, games, a wine auction, sport, face painting, showbags and more. Take your friends and family along for a day packed with excitement, fun and community spirit – all for a great cause.

All proceeds from this annual event support Jesuit Mission’s work, empowering vulnerable communities in Southeast Asia and Africa. 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 and to pre-purchaser ride and raffle tickets, visit the Maytime Fair website.

Maytime Fair

Open Day

A reminder that Open Day will take place on Sunday, 17 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, 9 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! Lunch will be provided as a thank you for your time and effort.

If you’re able to assist, please register by clicking HERE

We look forward to seeing you there!

Working Bee

G & T High Tea – BOOKINGS MUST CLOSE 14 MAY

Join the Loyola Parents & Friends Association for a relaxed and indulgent day out at our upcoming LPFA Gin & High Tea social event at Black Sheep Distillery, Geelong. This adults-only event is a wonderful opportunity to connect with other parents while enjoying a beautifully curated high tea experience.

For $97 per person, your ticket includes return travel (total time 9.00am – 3.00pm) and a two-hour gin high tea featuring a selection of handcrafted gin cocktails and spritz, bottomless sparkling wine, and alcohol-free options. Guests will also enjoy a delicious spread of European-inspired savoury and sweet treats.

Coach transport to leave Loyola College at 9.00am and return 3.00pm, with a coffee stop (at own expense) along the way.

• Saturday 23 May
• 9.00am – 3.00pm (including travel time)
• Black Sheep Distillery, Geelong
• Adults 18+ only

We look forward to sharing this special experience with you.

Bookings can be made online from Tuesday, 31March at 7.00pm. Ticket cost $97 per adult over 18 years of age, (plus booking fee). To book your tickets online please click HERE

G&T

LPFA Trivia Night & Online Auction – Save the Date!

Get ready to put your thinking caps on for our Trivia Night on Saturday 29 August! This will be the Loyola Parents & Friends Association major fundraiser for the year, with plenty of fun, friendly competition, and great prizes up for grabs.

An online auction will run alongside the event, giving everyone even more chances to support the cause and score something special. More details coming soon.

Trivia

Two Wolves Coffee Co.

Introduced in 2025, the Loyola College Coffee Fundraising Program was developed following our Coffee Survey, where parents shared their taste preferences. We are pleased to partner with Two Wolves Coffee Co., offering a coffee blend crafted to suit the preferences of the Loyola College community.

Proceeds from all sales support the Loyola Parents & Friends Association fundraising initiatives, contributing valuable items and services back into the school community each year. 500g and 250g bags of Two Wolves Coffee Co. beans are available for purchase via Main Reception or by clicking the link below.

This initiative is a great way to support our school and also makes a thoughtful addition to gift hampers, particularly with Christmas approaching. Orders can be placed online at https://bit.ly/47wj7tb, with online purchases available for collection from Main Reception the following business day.

TWH Coffee

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 2026, 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.

Morning Tours 2026

Morning Tours for 2026 take place from 9.15am – 11.00am on the following dates:

Tuesday, 9 June

Wednesday, 29 July

Wednesday, 26 August

Wednesday, 16 September

Wednesday, 14 October

Tuesday 24 November

Please visit the College website at www.loyola.vic.edu.au to book a Tour.

2026 Entertainment Memberships

Support LPFA fundraising efforts and enjoy hundreds of everyday savings!

Entertainment Guide is the easy to use App packed with incredible savings of up to 50% off and 2-for-1 offers, so you can save on takeaway, dining, shopping, groceries, gift cards, activities and more! And what’s more, 20% of every membership purchased via the following link goes towards supporting the College through the Loyola Parents and Friends Association (LPFA)

Digital memberships can be purchased HERE

Entertainment