Principal's Report - Neale Armstrong (Neale.Armstrong@education.wa.edu.

au) August—Issue 5

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 commissioned to complete entry gates, water pond and
Principal - Neale Armstrong signage to integrate the water wheel as part of the
Email: Neale.Armstrong@education.wa.edu.au landscape committees entry statement. Once the
landscape work has been completed, plants will be
Welcome back one and all to what is probably the best purchased and planted. We look forward to improving
term of the year and a very hard one for all students the aesthetic for everyone.
attempting the TER exams. These students will need to
keep their ―eye on the ball‖ to attain a useful Tertiary Improvements at Woky and Transportables from
Admissions Rank. Harvey—We have been authorised to transfer some of
the transportable buildings from the old site, and
For other students working on attaining their certificates, horticulture and equine will be the chief recipients. I
I was greatly heartened to hear of the large number of expect these to be relocated when the weather improves.
Year 12 students who have already secured the We look forward to better facilities for all.
Certificate II in Agriculture. Congratulations! Now to
either begin work on Cert III or broaden your skills at I congratulate and thank Mr Foster and his team for
other competencies at Cert II. I also heard recently that getting the motor bike track experts down to view the
Mr Daryl McDonald has almost completed his Certificate proposals for a future track. Some great ideas have been
III. Congratulations also. The trade industry areas are floated, and the track as marked out was considered to
also motoring towards the final certification phases. be very good. Affiliations with the professional
association was also discussed and we are happy to go
The success of the traineeship model for Mr McDonald to the next phase. The track will also include a training
has given cudos to students wishing to continue at the track for motorised vehicles.
College past Year 12, and a recent meeting with
Technical Officers considered that up to one trainee per PBS
enterprise hub could be both be possible.
Positive Behaviour Support is a framework for students
So far, 7 Year 12 students have sought the opportunity of and staff alike to agree on the fundamentals of
being employed by the College in 2014 as ―Ag trainees.‖ acceptable behaviour across the campus, and an
We are still not sure how many we will be able to afford, agreement on the interventions as necessary.
but given that we will have at least one, I am
commencing the selection process by advertising the
I have been heartened by the cooperation shown and
position on the government RAMS system . This should
manner in which the whole community is taking it on
occur by end of August and we will inform all students of
board. Congratulations and thanks to the leadership
the process.
team who are driving this long term process to make our
College a better place for all.
Countryweek/Tryouts
Staffing Changes Coming Up
A sincere thanks to Mr Rodsjo, Mr Watt, and a whole
range of staff who chaperoned our students at
 Welcome to Mr Shaun Cantwell who will
Countryweek. It was a great effort with some terrific
temporarily replace Mr Dean Pfitzner as the
successes. All interviewed contended that it should be
Program Coordinator of Trades whilst he takes a
made available next year.
well deserved long service leave. Also welcome
to Mrs Katherine Olney, and Mrs Rae. Both who
I also thank the many people who attended and managed have taken up a fixed term position within the
the ―Tryout‖ system during last week of Term 2. Some 38 boarding environment.
prospective students attended, and about 30 offers have
since been sent. The next Tryout block is for the 11 th -  Mr Ed Longville a well renowned mathematician,
th th th
14 August, and another 25 – 28 August. It is has also joined the staff in the capacity as a part
expected that about another 20 or so offers will result time teacher for the Tertiary entry bound students
from this group. in Year 10. He replaces Mrs Boyhan who has
reduced her work fraction. ―Welcome to HAC Ed
and thank you!‖
BUILDING ISSUES
 Sadly I have to report that we have had to fill and
Entry statement—Many comments have been received will need to fill some positions falling vacant as
about the seemingly lonely and inoperable Water Wheel. staff seek and have chosen alternate employment.
I am pleased to announce that a landscaper has been  Ms Sharon Woods commenced with the College in

CONTENTS CONTENTS
Countryweek Pics 1 Phy Ed/Residential Report 6
Principals Report 2-3 Residential Report 7
Business Manager‘s Report 3 Farm Report 8
Vice Principal‘s Report 4 Student Council News 9
Trade Training Centre 5 Notice Board/Term Planner/Weekend Roster 10-12
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 2009 as an Education Assistant and has been hence travel day for students. This also coincides with
greatly valued. Recently Sharon took up a post at the School Ball which will be held for any students on
Challenger TAFE to lecture to students wishing to GOOD STATUS on the evening of Saturday 31st August.
become qualified in these positions.
 Mrs Ruth Monks has been with us since 2011 as a The Ball this year, will be held at the Koombana Bay
Maths and more recently, English teacher and has Sailing club in Bunbury and students are very much
chosen to move to training first aid with the St looking forward to the event. All parents should note the
John group. requirements set down for students to bring partners
along, and that any student or their guest turning up
 We have had to move very quickly to find short under the influence of drugs or alcohol will not be allowed
term replacements for our departing staff, and at to enter the premises. Students WILL NOT be permitted
this time, Mr Longville will take the Year 12 TER to depart from the ball until the end of the evening, and
Maths students, and Mrs Bronwen Fowler, the NO AFTER BALL social activities are condoned by the
remainder of English and Maths from Mrs Monks. College. Students attending these do so under their
Mr Graham Lymbery will be rejoining the staff to parents authority and responsibility.
take on the Practical students as they complete
their Certificate in General Education, and Mrs
A special thanks to all the staff and students who form
Olney will also join the staff in the short term for
the ball committee. It should be an amazing event.
Ms Woods.
 Permanent positions for 2014 will be advertised in College Dinner
due course.
 Other staff changes for 2013 include the The COLLEGE FORMAL THANKYOU DINNER
movement of Mr Elice Foster from Horticulture to scheduled for Friday 13th September will have a classic
an all round relieving Technical Officer position. ―Long Table‖ theme this year. It is expected that all
Mr Foster will take up the challenge of teaching Year 12 students will be in attendance, and students will
students to master a whole range of vehicles, not be authorised to depart of their own accord after the
work on machinery maintenance, and take on event due to the lateness of the evening unless
students when Technical Officers are absent. He accompanied by an adult. Please talk to me directly if
will also be asked to fill in vacant positions in the this becomes an issue for you. Good luck to the team
farm management team as they fall vacant. Mr making this wonderful event happen.
Jeff Gale will formally move to horticulture for 3
days per week. After School Offerings -Continue to be enhanced with a
wide variety of trade and sport related activities being
Closed Weekend and School Ball offered to all students. I hope to enhance this even
further in 2014 with the appointment of a residential
Please note the calendar for Term 3 and the upcoming based person to manage these activities, and cajole all
mid term student free break for Father‘s Day. Students into taking part in some form or other.
can depart at 3:00 pm on Friday 30th August, and
should return in time for school by 8:00 am on Tuesday HAVE A GREAT TERM AND ENJOY THE FRUITS OF
the 3rd of September. Monday 2nd September will be a YOUR LABOUR.
designated Professional development day for staff, and

Payment By Electronic Banking

Business Manager - Teresa Hickman
If paying via this method, it is extremely important to
Email: Teresa.Hickman@education.wa.edu.au
include the student‘s name in the reference field.

Accounts The College account details are:

Enclosed with this newsletter is an account statement Name of account: Western Australian College of
showing the updated balance of your account. Please Agriculture – Harvey
be aware that all fees should be have been paid in full Bank: Westpac
by now unless there is an approved payment plan in Branch: Harvey
place with the College. Please arrange immediate
clearance of your account. BSB Number 036 152
Account Number 450697
Boarding Away From Home Allowance
Cheques can be posted to:
This allowance of $2105 will be deducted from your
PO Box 496 Harvey 6220.
account in September if you have returned the
application to the College. Please contact me if you have
any concerns. EFTPOS
EFTPOS is available at the college for payments.

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 Student Vehicles
Vice Principal Report - Stephen Watt
Email: Stephen.Watt@education.wa.edu.au
Student personal vehicles and their safety whilst driving are a
concern to us. This is why our aim is to keep such a tight
Year 10 TER Stream Changes
reign on their use during the week. The student vehicle
contract that parents and students signed stipulates that
I am pleased to report that the changes to upspec‘ the Year vehicles can only be used for transport to and from approved
10 TER Maths have gone smoothly and positively. Those leave, and that keys must be handed to the office. Some
students who demonstrated or felt that they were not up to students seem to have an expectation that they can work on
the standard required have shifted to the VET stream and the their vehicles during Design and Technology time. This will
TER students I have spoken to indicate that they are happy only be possible under the following conditions:
with the outcome of the new courses and direction. Thankyou  The student is up to date with theory and competency
to Mr Ed Longville for joining our staff and taking on the task sign off
enthusiastically.
 The work carried out fits within competency signoff for
qualification completion
Late Students
 The student seeks approval from the staff member in
charge of the workshop and obtains a note to release
Recently we have noticed that a number of students return the keys from the front office.
late after weekends or day students arrive at school late.  The vehicle is driven in an appropriate manner and
Late students inconvenience staff and disrupt the learning there are no passengers
environment when they enter classes that are settled into
work. This is particularly the case when students are
rostered to farm and their group may be some distance away Year 12 Qualification completion
from the office. Parents are asked to return their children in
good time before 8am. Students who return late will remain
in the front office until the end of the period or a suitable The Design and Technology staff have concerns that a
break so as not to disturb classes and to make transport to number of Year 12 students are not taking these final weeks
farm sections more efficient and convenient. of their time at Harvey seriously and attempting to finalise full
qualifications from the various workshop areas. Parents and
students are reminded that as Year 12‘s they only have
Behavioural Status seven weeks of this term (six for TER students due to exams
in week 10 this term) and two weeks of next term to compete
their various qualifications. The voluntary weeks in weeks 3
A student‘s behavioural status describes where they sit in the and 4 are open only by application and only available for
College‘s Behaviour Management system. Students on Good students who have been active and engaged in the next nine
status have full access to all programs and opportunities. As weeks. Students should not assume that this time is
the student shifts to Conditional and Pre-exclusion status available.
their movements and opportunities are curtailed. Attendance
at the Ball, non-essential day trips, town run, Countryweek
and the like are all activities associated with Good status. To assist with full competency completion and a positive
More detailed information on this is in our College Handbook. finish to Year 12, staff have produced a snap shot of each
students progress and phone calls will be made to parents to
alert them where concerns exist. There will be some staff
With the Ball soon approaching it is pertinent for parents and initiated swaps between workshop areas to maximise
students to be reminded that students not on Good status chances of students receiving full qualifications.
may not attend.

Year 12 TER exams

PBS- Positive Behaviour Support

The external exam timetable is now available and the exams

A group of staff from all sectors of the College along with our that relate to our students are outlined below. All exams will
two Year 10 student councillors are working towards setting be sat in Harvey and we arrange transport to and from. The
up a new system to manage and encourage positive 12 TER students may remain onsite without application
behaviour in our school. So far we have sought feedback during weeks 3 and 4 but their program will be focused on
from all staff and students about the sorts of behaviours that exam preparation and not include a farm/D&T program.
cause all of us concern and then refined these into a set of
overarching positive behaviours that we wish to promote.
These over arching behaviours are: Respect, Care and Friday 1 Nov AM Animals
Consideration, Aspiration, Safety. Monday 4 Nov AM Plants PM Biology
Wednesday 6 Nov AM English
Our next step is to consider how each of these positive Friday 8 Nov AM Maths
behaviour groups look in each of our College sectors (farm,
class, residence, D&T). I invite any parents with views about
behaviour to contact me to give me a parental perspective on
behaviours that they believe are an issue and we need to
consider.
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 We were wondering where all the buckets went?
Trade Training Centre Report—Shaun Cantwell
Email: Shaun.Cantwell@education.wa.edu.au

Hello One And All

My name is Shaun Cantwell and I have a fixed term

contract to fill Dean Pfitzer‘s role at the College for this
term. I am delighted to be here and have enjoyed the
warm welcome that has been extended to me from all the
staff and students. ‗My door is always open‘ so feel free
to contact me at the College if you have any queries,
concerns or just want to say hello.

Competency Progress

All students need to be proactive and responsible for
checking with their respective instructors about their
individual progress each session that they are in the
workshops. All of the Trades instructors will be following
up with the students each week when they are in the
workshops.
The students and staff will also be relocating the old
gazebo from the Harvey site. The gazebo will be re-
erected at the Wokalup site and will assist creating
another recreational area for student use.
Metals

In particular, the Year 12 students need to be on top of Mr Richard Knight has

their studies now as this term will go very quickly. They a job ahead of him.
do not want to get caught out at the end of the year. The old extraction
ducting will be used to
As we begin to finalise their results, gaps may appear in fabricate new
some students application and ability. Some Year 12 extraction for the oxy
parents will receive feed back about their son/daughter‘s acetylene work bays.
progress if their projected results are looking The bays will also be
unsatisfactory. This is a critical time for Year 12 a new design to suit the workplace and meet the needs of
students, please make sure that all your parents are the student.
aware of your academic progress.
Verandah Enclosure
If there are any queries or concerns please contact the
respective instructors. We are also waiting on approval to commence the
enclosure of some verandah areas on the Trade Training
Centre. The enclosure will help create more work space
Automotive for the student‘s projects.

Mr Campbell has been the successful recipient of a grant. Generally all classes are progressing well. Don‘t forget to
The money will be put towards the procurement of a follow the College policy on personal projects.
wheel alignment machine. This will be a great addition to
an already comprehensive list of machinery and
Year 10 Work Experience
equipment in the automotive workshop.
As mentioned previously, students will be required to find
On a lighter note, a very
suitable work experience hosts for this program. They are
happy Brad Brookes
encouraged to find these placements in their home town
standing next to his pride
or surrounding areas as this is potentially where they will
and joy Patrol. Brad
seek future employment or apprenticeships and training.
efficiently fitted a 3 ½ inch
Work experience for Year 10 students is scheduled for
lift kit which should help
the end of Term 4 this year, December 9th -13th and 16th
out on those hard to get to
-19th.
places.
If there are any questions in regards to your son/
Building and Construction
daughter‘s progress or the courses on offer please do not
hesitate to contact the respective Trade staff member at
The BC students have commenced building a gazebo the College.
outside the dining room. The area will be a communal
student hangout area.
Thankyou for your support in advance.

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Physical Education—Kent Rodsjo
Email: Kent.Rodsjo@education.wa.edu.au
Country Week 2013
41 students and 8 staff headed to Perth in the final week
of Term 2 to participate in the Annual Country Week
Sports Carnival. Schools from as far south as
Esperance, as north as Derby, and even as west as
Christmas Island, converged on Challenge Stadium and
surrounding sports grounds to compete in 14 different
events. This year WACoA Harvey entered teams in Boys
Soccer, Girls Netball, Boys Basketball, and Mixed Touch.
Mixed Touch
Coached by Mr Olney, the Touch Team went through the
week undefeated, and were up against a very fast, nimble
Katanning SHS side in the Grand Final. The game was
played at a hectic pace, with neither side dominating the
other. Harvey were able to gain a 2 point lead near the
end of the match, and were able to hold on until the final
whistle, becoming B Grade Touch Champions for 2013.
A great effort!
Boys Soccer
Coached by a very enthusiastic Mr Landwehr, the team
put in some fantastic performances throughout the week,
not losing a game in round robin play, which placed them
into the Grand Final against Ocean Forrest Lutheran
College, the pre competition favourites with whom Harvey
had previously drawn with 1-1 earlier in the week. The
final was a tough, physical affair with neither team able to
broach the others defence. The final whistle went with the
scores locked at 0-0, which meant the winner would be
decided on countback from the round robin results.
Unfortunately for Harvey, Ocean Forrest had scored more
goals during the week, which meant they were named
winners. Disappointing for our team, but a fantastic effort
Residential Report - Lorene Nepe & Bernie Murnane
Email: Lorene.Nepe@education.wa.edu.au
Bernard.Murnane@education.wa.edu.au
Welcome back to all staff and students. This term is
particularly important for our Year 12 students as it is
their last full term here at Harvey Ag. This means there
is still a lot to be done over the next 10 or 12 weeks.
Some will need to complete competencies etc, while
others need to concentrate on exams and being well
prepared. We advise students to make the most of your
time left.
During the last week of Term 2 we had 38 prospective
students come into the College whilst our Country Week
team was away. This is always a massive undertaking
and many thanks to all those students‘ who packed up
their belongings for these Tryout students to use their
rooms.
to go through the whole week undefeated!!
Girls Netball
With Miss T at the helm, an energetic, enthusiastic group
of girls took on a heavy workload, often playing 2
matches with little break between. After some close
losses to start the week, the team began to get its
combinations working, and registered 3 wins to put them
in the play off for 7th place. The busy week seemed to
have taken its toll on the girls, who were unable to lift for
the last game, and finished in 8th place for the week. A
great effort from all players throughout the whole week.
Boys Basketball
Coached by Mr Jones, the team suffered an early setback
with the injury to one of their tall forwards, putting them a
player down for the rest of the week. However, this did
not deter the team, who, after suffering a heavy loss early
in the week, rallied together to put themselves in a
position to make the Grand Final. A win against
Bullsbrook DHS would do this, but unfortunately the team
fell agonisingly short, losing by 1 point, meaning they
would be playing for 3rd spot. The playoff was a close
affair, but fatigue seemed to effect the boys, eventually
finishing 4th. A great week of Basketball and a great
result for the team.
As well as the sporting events, students were kept
occupied with evening events around the Perth area,
including movies, late night shopping, a meal at Sizzlers
and a stay home pizza night. A great week was had by
all, the students represented WACoA Harvey extremely
well and were a great bunch to take away on this trip.
Thanks to all the staff involved and a big thank you to all
the parents and families for supporting the students and
the school at this event.
Ball
A number of events are scheduled for this term. Our
Annual School Ball is to be held on Saturday 31st
August, this is a closed weekend. The ball will be held at
the Koombana Bay Sailing Club in Bunbury. The Ball
Committee together with our organising panel consisting
mainly of Mrs Fimmano, Mrs Hickman and Mrs
O‘Shaughnessy have been working extremely hard
organising this wonderful yearly highlight. No doubt it will
once again be brilliant.
College Councillor’s Camp
On the 17th and 18th of August our student councillors will
be going away for the weekend. This is a reward for
their efforts as Councillors for 2013 and also a team
building exercise. They will be staying in Fremantle
overnight as well as participating in some activities at
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Woodman Point Recreation Camp. We will also include will work with you on these occasions. Unfortunately we
some strategic planning for the remainder of this year are regularly chasing up Parental approvals as late as
and beyond. Friday which makes planning difficult to say the least.
Thanks for your co-operation, it is a huge undertaking to
Dorm Competition organise around 90 different students departure details
accurately each weekend.
Congratulations to Stirling Dorm, for once again being
judged by Residential Staff as the best run dorm. It was Students Leaving The College
once again voted the winner because of the way it is
managed by the students who participate in a roster All students MUST sign out upon departing the site.
drawn up by them to keep the dorm neat and tidy. Whether it is for an organised outing, overnight leave,
Everyone plays a role in staying on top of things. Great weekends or holidays etc. After Country Week we had
Effort!!! several students who left without signing out. This
caused staff to waste a lot of time running around looking
Our Monday House faction sport comp this term is for students who still showed up on our records as being
Handball. This is a great game which is being enjoyed by on site. They had however already departed and had
all who are taking part. neglected to inform anyone. It is not only a duty of care
issue but also one of common courtesy.
Town Sports
College Visitors
Our girls are really having a red hot go in the Town
Netball comp. Winning regularly and being very Students need to be aware that visitors to the school site
competitive at all other times. Well Done Girls!! are only allowed during daylight hours until Dinner time
unless, special arrangements have been made with the
Heads of Residence. All visitors must come through the
Our Boys are once again participating in the Indoor
Admin office, be introduced to staff and sign in. Visitors
Cricket comp in the local competition. We may not win a
are not allowed in the dorms and must stay in public
lot of games but we always compete well, enjoy
areas at all times.
ourselves and above all participate. Last week we had an
exceptional game and came very close to our Maiden win
in this competition. Great Effort Boys!! Additional Note

Quiz Night Parents and Students, please be aware that ―Trophy‖

empty bottles of alcohol are not permitted on the school
th site at anytime. In future these will be deemed to have
Thursday 19 of September is the date planned for what
been consumed here and appropriate action will be taken
has become our Annual Quiz Night. Once again we have
with regard to alcohol on site.
secured our Auctioneer extraordinaire, Mr Tiny Holly
(from Have Gavel, Will Travel). These have been brilliant
events in the past and we expect this year to be no
different. Again we will ―auction off‖ some of our
intelligent staff to assist the students on the night. There
will be lots of prizes etc.

We are asking any parents if they would like to make a

donation for prizes. As with last year, these can be left at
the office and will be very much appreciated. We
thankyou very much in anticipation.

Weekend Leave

Parental approvals for Student Weekend Leave

applications are due in by midday Wednesday prior to
their departure. Written permission for all public transport
or travel arrangements for anyone other than immediate
family. A phone call is acceptable for immediate family.
No student‘s weekend leave arrangements are
considered confirmed until parental approval is received.
We require these permissions to satisfy School Duty of
Care and also staffing and catering needs for the
weekend.

Could all parents please assist us by adhering to this

request. We know that things can and do change and we

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Farm Report - David Hart
Email: David.Hart1@education.wa.edu.au
I am pleased to report that the Harvey region has
experienced normal winter rainfall in July, receiving
185mm. In saying that, the College is mindful that there
is only 3 more weeks of August and then we say
goodbye to winter. We are very aware of our wheatbelt
cousins who are doing it very tough in certain parts of
the state. The College farm is currently cold and wet,
however there is plenty of feed and travelling in vehicles
in flat paddocks is a big challenge.
Certificate II in Agriculture Completion
Congratulations to the majority of Year 12 students who
have completed the minimum number of competences to
attain their Certificate II in Agriculture at the end of
Semester 1. I indicated in Semester 1 reports, that all
students who have attained this qualification should be
aspiring to complete additional qualifications such as
Certificate II in Horticulture, Certificate II in Wool
Production, Certificate III in Agriculture units or extra
Certificate II units. It is a waste of student‘s time and
parent‘s money if students coast until the end of the
year.
Farm and College Development
As the College continues to grow in size and diversity,
the farm is planning for the future to ensure it remains
relevant, is sustainable and can generate an acceptable
income stream. This involves many initiatives including
the provision of adequate facilitates i.e. farm sheds,
vehicles, yards, fences etc, the delivery of appropriate
courses i.e. Certificate III in Horse Breeding, Meat
Processing etc the expansion, deletion or restructuring of
farm section enterprises i.e. more vegetable production
instead of citrus product in horticulture and allocating
staff resources to the greatest area of need.
The College annually has the challenge of sorting out a
large list of competing development priorities with only
limited funds. To some extent, the IPS model of
operation has liberated how this school can spend
surplus funds, however bureaucracy can get in the way
of timely project completion.
Although there was significant excitement regarding the
commissioning of the new Wokalup campus late in 2012,
the College will continue to be an exciting place to live,
learn and work for the foreseeable future.
Current Farm News
 All lamb mulesing/marking and related
competencies have been completed
 Citrus (oranges) harvest is underway
 The College acquisition of 3 brood mares and the
establishment of a Stock Horse Breeding program
for 2014
 Fencing – both new and repairs on various parts
of the property
 The weaning and immanent sale of the spring
drop weaner steers
 Preparation of the RAS Trade Cattle Competition
 Farm Skills coaching and Dowerin Fencing
Competition preparation
 Jillian Linning (Yr 12) and Tarryn Gray (Yr 11) are
representing the College at the Merino Challenge
in Dubbo, NSW on 10th & 11th August.
Short Courses
From time to time, students have the opportunity to
participate in industry run courses which the College is
unable to offer. Chainsaw Operation and Artificial
Insemination course are 2 which will be available to
students in the near future. These are often not cheap
but may have the benefit of being linked to an Accredited
Training Package, where any competency attained can
be credited to a College students Certificate II in
Agriculture.
Student Responsibilities Regarding Horses
A friendly reminder to all students and their parents
regarding the College policy requiring every student
horse owner to feed and care for their horse on a daily
basis. Cold and wet weather, feeling tired or sick or
saying you don‘t have enough time, are not excuses the
College will accept. If horses are not looked after
correctly, the offending student will be instructed to take
their horse home.
Farm Vehicle Policy
The College has recently reviewed its policy related to
student operation of farm vehicles on College property.
Unlike other College farms in the system, Harvey is quite
hilly in spots and is a challenge for experienced staff
drivers, let alone novice students.
The College‘s highest priority, is to ensure student
welfare and safety in all faculty areas, however the farm
poses unique risks which must be correctly managed
and regulated. All students are aware of the College
Driver Guidelines and any reckless, dangerous or
unauthorised use of farm vehicles is regarded very
seriously. Agricultural Colleges and Schools have the
unique opportunity from the Education Department to
allow its students to learn to drive and operate farm utes,
tractors, side by side RTV‖S etc. Any serious breach
pertaining to student operation of Education Department
vehicles could result in the removal of the privilege not
only from Harvey, but across the whole Agricultural
Education systems. I ask all parents to discuss this
issue with your son or daughter to help reinforce the
College‘s viewpoint.
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Wet Weather Gear Monday Morning – Student Returns to College Late

There are still some students coming to farm without any
suitable wet weather gear. If students get cold and wet
during the day they can become sick and waste their
time keeping warm, rather then being involved in the
learning process or farm work. I ask all parents to check
whether their child possesses the correct weather
clothing. Thankyou
Recently there has been an increasing tendency for
some students to return late on Monday mornings
following weekend leave. This is particularly disruptive if
students are rostered onto farm on Mondays because
farm section hubs are distributed over a large area of the
farm and valuable staff time is taken up transporting any
late student arrival out to their farm section. Please
ensure your child is at College before the
commencement of school.

HOPE VALLEY NURSERY—HORTICULTURAL APPRENTICESHIP

We are a large wholesale production Nursery on the southern suburbs of Perth. We are currently seeking
Apprentices for Horticulture. Any more info needed please contact Matthew Hall Director Hope Valley
Nursery on 0427 740 001

Trainee Farm Manager Position - for students interested after Graduation

The Rosenthal family operate 2 farms between Bridgetown and Manjimup (total 800 acres on South West
Highway).
The activities include commercial and stud (charolais) breeding and hay production. The current manager wishes
to retire so the maximum training period will be 2 years during which there will be a gradual transition of
responsibility.

The duties will include some truck driving cattle transport and the successful applicant will receive assistance in
obtaining a licence. Both farms have modern equipment including a dedicated shed for preparation of stud stock for
sales and shows if applicable.

Accommodation is not at the moment available on farm but the package will include accommodation assistance.
Interested graduates should in the first instance write to Dr John Rosenthal PO Box 1458 South Perth 6951.For
any technical queries contact the current manager Gerald Richings 0428611617 or 97611613

Part of the Councillors roles is for two students to attend

Student Council News—Bradley Brookes
the Admin meeting each week. This is an opportunity for
the student leaders to raise ideas and concerns to the
College Administration. In return, at the meeting students
At the start of 2013 the Year 12 Students Councillors are given the feedback of any request or concerns raised.
began the year with helping to build a solid foundation for
the coming year. Josh Hynes, Bradley Brookes, Stuart
Rae and Ryan O‘Neil organising the 2013 Leavers At present Ben Hynes and Zeehan Vale are showing
Jumpers, fundraising for Country week and Farm Skills. great initiative in attempting to create a safe archery club.

Newly appointed Year 11 Councillors; Nicole Warner and

Zeehan Vale, and Year 10 Councillors Ben Hynes and
Hannah Barton helped organise discos and free dress
days throughout the year.

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University Open Days
University of Notre Dame
Sunday 18 August 2013
Curtin University
Sunday 4 August 2013
Murdoch University
Sunday 18 August 2013
ECU Joondalup
Sunday 11 August 2013
Perth Convention Exhibition Centre
13th—15th September 2013
Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturday & Sunday 10am—4pm
Careers, Employment, Education & Training
FREE Entry
Harvey Ag College’s Facebook Page
Our facebook site will keep you posted on the happenings, news and
events.
You can ‘like’ Harvey Ag on facebook at:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Harveyag-College/423656074376009
Royal Ag Society Youth Scholarship
The Royal Agricultural Society of Western
Australia with the generous support of the
Bendat Family Foundation is offering a
substantial scholarship (paid over three
years) to provide financial assistance to a
worthy student to commence
undergraduate tertiary study in an
agricultural related discipline in 2014.
A scholarship application is to be submitted prior to
acceptance into an agricultural related university course.
Award and payment of the Scholarship is dependant on the
successful enrolment in a Bachelor level course at an
Australian University in an agricultural related discipline
with a duration of at least three years.
Applications close 29 November 2013 with interviews
of shortlisted candidates expected to
take place in late January 2014.
Now is time for graduating Year 12 students to think
about what they are going to do next year. There are
numerous companies advertising positions. Check out :
The Apprentice and Traineeship Company
http://www.gtsw.com.au
CCI Apprenticeship Solutions
http://www.cciwa.com/Apprenticeships_WA
ApprentiCentre
www.trainingwa.wa.gov.au/apprenticentre
Jobs South West & Community Services
www.jsw.org.au (also a contact for if you need
insurance for
work experience
Job Seeker
http://www.jobseeker.com.au
Seek
http://www.seek.com.au
BHP Billiton—Worsley Alumina
Calling for apprentices to commence Dec 2013 in Collie.
Heavy Duty Mechanical Fitter, Electrical, Mechanical
Fitter and Fabrication. Visit: jobs.bhpbilliton.com
Applications close: 18th August 2013
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 Teenagers, like never before, are bombarded with messages that influence their minds and shape who they are. Not to
mention the constant technology and internet presence in their lives from Facebook, Twitter and mySpace just to mention
a few.

Being a teenager is tough. We all remember those days. Times certainly have changed, but sometimes there's a basic
message that every teenager should hear from the Baby Boomer to the Y Generation and everyone in between.

This letter was written by Judge Philip B. Gilliam of Denver. Judge Gilliam was a highly respected judge in the Denver
Juvenile Court and Juvenile Hall from 1940 until his death in 1975. During his time on the bench, he spent his time
protecting children and ensuring their proper treatment in the court system.

His message may sound harsh at first, but when you stop and think about it, it comes from a guy who had probably seen it
all.

Open letter to Teenager—by Judge Philip B. Gilliam

(published Sunday December 6th 1959)

Always we hear the plaintive cry of the teenager. What can we do?...Where can we go?

The answer is GO HOME!

Hang the storm windows, paint the woodwork. Rake the leaves, mow the lawn, shovel the walk. Wash the car, learn to
cook, scrub some floors. Repair the sink, build a boat, get a job.

Help the minister, priest, or rabbi, the Red Cross, the Salvation Army. Visit the sick, assist the poor, study your lessons.
And then when you are through - and not too tired - read a book.

Your parents do not owe you entertainment. Your city or village does not owe you recreational facilities.

The world does not owe you a living...You owe the world something.

You owe it your time and your energy and your talents so that no one will be at war or in poverty or sick or lonely again.

Grow up; quit being a crybaby. Get out of your dream world and develop a backbone, not a wishbone, and start acting like
a man or a lady.

You're supposed to be mature enough to accept some of the responsibility your parents have carried for years.

They have nursed, protected, helped, appealed, begged, excused, tolerated and denied themselves needed comforts so
that you could have every benefit. This they have done gladly, for you are their dearest treasure.

But now, you have no right to expect them to bow to every whim and fancy just because selfish ego instead of common
sense dominates your personality, thinking and request.

In Heaven's name, grow up and go home!

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Farm Skills
Year 12 TER Mock Exams Perth Royal Show

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