By Mrs Monique Glavonjic, Community Engagement Manager

Our 2025 Twilight Fete truly had it all: a little rain, a rainbow and plenty of sunshine to cap off a vibrant afternoon. The weather may have kept us guessing, but nothing could dampen the incredible spirit and energy that filled the College grounds from start to finish.

From the moment the gates opened, the Fete buzzed with excitement. The air was filed with music, chatter, laughter and the delicious aroma of food. Families browsed colourful stalls brimming with sweet treats, plants and handmade goods, while thrill-seekers flocked to the rides. The pony rides were a big hit with our younger visitors, leading to many magical moments and big smiles.

The car show drew a steady crowd, with enthusiasts admiring an impressive display of classic, vintage and modern vehicles gleaming in the afternoon sun.

Over in the T.B. Millar Hall, the friendly rivalry of the cupcake competition had bakers of all ages putting their best creations forward. College Principal, Mr Christopher Bradbury had the tough job of judging the entries, tasting, admiring and ultimately crowning the 2025 cupcake champions. Ryan (Year 7) took home the prize for the best overall decorated cupcake. Here are the names of the other winners:

Mini bakers (Pre-Kindergarten to Year 3)

1^st – Alex (Year 2) for Penguins
2^nd – Rhys (Year 3) for Chai Latte
3^rd – Rhys (Year 3) for Toffee Apple

Junior bakers (Years 4 to 6)

1^st Roman (Year 4) for Christmas Reindeers
2^nd Charlie (Year 5) for Under the Sea
3^rd Aniq (Year 6) for Spring Bloom

Senior bakers (Years 7 to 12)

1^st Eloise (Year 7) for Green, green grass
2^nd Constance (Year 11) for Munch Madness
3^rd Maya (Year 7) for Chocolate Delight

Elsewhere, visitors were treated to a variety of experiences, from meeting some scaly friends at the reptile display, to enjoying a refreshing cup from Teddy’s Matcha, or cheering on our beloved mascots during the always-entertaining mascot run. The friendly Collegians vs Year 12 basketball and football games rounded out the afternoon with energy and school spirit, as crowds packed the sidelines to support their teams.

As twilight settled in, the sense of joy and togetherness was unmistakable. The Radford College Twilight Fete once again showcased everything that makes our community special – connection, creativity and a shared spirit of celebration.

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible Parents & Friends committee, parent and student volunteers, music and dance performers, Radford College staff – in particular the College caretaker, Mr Florin Suciu and our facilities team – and every member of the Radford community who helped make this event possible. It was your generosity, hard work and enthusiasm that made it a truly spectacular celebration.

Thank you to our sponsors: Taman Kuda Club and Tailored Accounts for their generous contributions that supported our giant slide and whirlwind rides this year. We further thank the following business and groups for their generous contributions towards our successful silent auction: Radford science and sports departments, Oscar's Bakery Café, Good Fills, Kumon Florey, Thoroughbred Park, Maker2Market and Café Mizzuna.

Thank you for making the 2025 Radford College Twilight Fete a day to remember!