By Ms Kath Notley, Director of Service Learning

A group of students from Years 9 to 12 have been taking part in the Hats for Homeless initiative, a project initiated by the Uniting Church. Under the thoughtful guidance of Reverend Sharon Cutts from St Ninian’s Uniting Church in Lyneham, students began their knitting journey halfway through Term 2, each equipped with a loom, wool and plenty of encouragement.

The project, which aims to provide warm beanies to those experiencing homelessness, has seen steady and heartfelt progress. For many students, this has been their first experience with loom knitting, and they have taken to the craft with enthusiasm and dedication.

This week, we were thrilled to welcome Reverend Sharon back to the College to hand over the first batch of completed beanies. It was a rewarding moment to see students' efforts come full circle, knowing their work will provide warmth and comfort to someone in need this winter.

This initiative not only teaches practical skills but also fosters compassion and social awareness. We look forward to continuing this initiative and seeing even more beanies made with care in the weeks to come.