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2018 Y4 Excursion to the The Big Dig Archeology Centre

03 Jul 2018

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On Friday 29th of June, Year 4 went on a fabulous excursion to the Big Dig Archeology Centre.

We discovered some fascinating information about the lives of three convicts that travelled on the First Fleet ships to Australia back in 1788. Their names were Anne Armsden, Margaret Byrne and George Cribb. We explored the area where their houses used to be because they were all so close together and lived in the area we now know as The Rocks.

Anne Armsden’s crime was highway robbery. She robbed two very wealthy women. Anne stole two rolls of cloth that were worth more money then Anne made in one year. Anne Armsden committed this crime because she was very poor and did not have very nice clothes. Her punishment was to be hung up by the neck until she died. Anne arrived in court and begged for a change in punishment so the judge gave her the choice to be hung or to go to Sydney, Australia for seven years. Anne chose to come to Australia. When she got here she met a very rich man named George Leg. Anne and George married one another hoping to live happily ever after. However, George was sadly eaten by a shark.

George Cribb’s crime was possession of fake money. George was travelling along the highway and the police pulled him over. They said, “Can we have a look in that suitcase?” and George tried to run away. When George got arrested he was sentenced to travel to Australia as a convict as punishment for his crime. When he arrived in Australia he became a butcher. He earned lots of money and he owned a butcher shop as well as a pub.

George was unlucky in love and had 3 wives. Their names were Martha, Fanny and Sophie. George’s nephew fell in love with Fanny and Fanny loved him back. Unfortunately, they ran off together leaving George alone.

The third convict, Margaret Byrne, stole objects that belonged to a rich lady. One day the rich lady saw Margaret take a plate so they called the cops and Margaret was arrested. Margaret was sentenced to seven years in Australia. After her sentence was over she became a baker and married a man who was also convict.

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Once we finished learning about the First Fleet convicts we got to visit the pit which was filled with sand.  We were put into groups and started to dig for artefacts.  When we entered the sand it felt like foam beads melting on a hot summer's day.  We got to take our shoes off and the sand started tickling the majority of our feet.  Some of the artefacts we found were broken plates, a toy bus, dominoes, a horseshoe, a lemon juicer and a hair brush.

The day was so much fun because we learnt so much about the convicts and the First Fleet ,which we have been learning about in History.

The bus ride was long but awesome because we got to sit next to our friends.

This was the best excursion that we’ve been on.

By Chelsy and Riley in 4R

 

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    πŸ“’ HUGE shoutout to our amazing school community for making our Athletics Carnival such a roaring success yesterday! πŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸ’¨ Your incredible support, enthusiastic encouragement, and helpful hands-on approach made all the difference. From cheering on our athletes to lending a hand with events, we couldn't have done it without you! πŸ™ŒπŸ’™ Thank you for your unwavering commitment to our students and school spirit! πŸŽ‰ #SchoolCommunity #AthleticsCarnival #ThankYou #Teamwork #SchoolSpirit #MakingADifference

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🌸Don’t forget to join us for the Mother’s Day breakfast at 7:45am - 9:00am and assembly at 2:15pm. We look forward to celebrating our mothers, grandmothers and mother figures! πŸ’

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πŸ“’ HUGE shoutout to our amazing school community for making our Athletics Carnival such a roaring success yesterday! πŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸ’¨ Your incredible support, enthusiastic encouragement, and helpful hands-on approach made all the difference. From cheering on our athletes to lending a hand with events, we couldn't have done it without you! πŸ™ŒπŸ’™ Thank you for your unwavering commitment to our students and school spirit! πŸŽ‰ #SchoolCommunity #AthleticsCarnival #ThankYou #Teamwork #SchoolSpirit #MakingADifference

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πŸ“£ Get ready to ROAR! πŸ“£ Our amazing students are putting in the work today, practising their awesome cheers for the Athletics Carnival TOMORROW! πŸŽ‰ Come ready to support your house and show your school spirit! Let's make some noise! πŸ“’ πŸ†

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This afternoon, our Holy Spirit school community gathered for a beautiful Memorial Liturgy to honour the life and legacy of Pope Francis. Students prayed, reflected, and created thoughtful tributes inspired by his message of compassion, peace, and care for creation. These special reflections are now proudly displayed in our MPA as a lasting tribute to his life of kindness and service

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02 May 2025

Criss Cross | Jump Rope for Heart

Get Ready to Jump this weekend! Get your skipping ropes ready because our awesome Jump Rope for Heart event is in full swing! It's going to be a fantastic fundraiser filled with fun, fitness, and raising money for a really important cause – helping hearts stay healthy. We have already raised $564.00. Remember, Jump Rope for Heart isn't just about skipping; it's about challenging ourselves and learning new things too! This week, we're encouraging everyone to give the criss-cross skill a go. It might look tricky at first, but with a little practice, you'll be amazed at what you can do!

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We're so excited to announce that we will be participating in Jump Rope for Heart again in 2025! πŸŽ‰ This is a fantastic way for our students to have fun, get active, and learn about the importance of keeping their hearts healthy. πŸ’ͺ Jump Rope for Heart is a great program that teaches kids about cardiovascular health while they skip, play, and raise vital funds for the Heart Foundation. πŸ’– Please check the newsletter about when the jumping will take place and how your child can get involved. πŸ‘€ Let's get ready to jump and make a difference together! 🌟

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Just a quick reminder for our Year 5 and Year 6 families: Registrations for the Sacrament of Confirmation are now open. Please ensure your child has already received the Sacraments of Reconciliation and First Holy Communion before registering. Sacramental Coordinator contact: Germaine sacraments@holyspiritstclair.com.au Blessings to you all this Easter season! 🌸✨

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