NEWS FROM DEFENCE

ANZAC ART COMPETITION 2025 WINNER
LUCY BACALES - YEAR 8
RSL NSW, the Department of Education, Catholic Schools NSW and the Association of Independent Schools NSW launched an art competition for NSW school students.
Not only was Lucy a finalist, but Lucy's artwork was chosen for the cover of the 2025 service program.
All finalists, including winners, receive:
A session with the Anzac Memorial Veteran Artist in Residence.
Artwork on display at the Anzac Memorial in April 2025
Finalist certificate and medal
Invitation to the 2025 RSL and Schools Remember ANZAC Service and Exhibition Launch.
In addition, winning artists also get:
An invitation to attend the 2025 NSW ANZAC Day Dawn Service in Martin Place as VIPs
Artwork featured on the cover of the 2025 RSL and Schools Remember ANZAC Service Program.
Finalists and Winning Entries











Congratulations to Lucy for winning the secondary division of the competition, we are so proud of you, what an amazing achievement.
TEDDY BEARS PICNIC
Mrs Lawrence, the librarian, kindly hosted a day for teddy bears to visit the library on November 28th. The idea came after Legacy Week. We had an excellent turnout, and all the bears received a treat.
Thank you, Mrs Lawrence. We all had fun.



Mrs Julie Lawrence
Defence School Mentor