Bushranger Students Commemorate NAIDOC Week
To mark the beginning of NAIDOC Week 2025, a few of our dedicated Bushranger students participated in a commemorative ceremony at the North Metropolitan Education Office. The event was led by Cheryl Townsend, Director of Education for the North Metropolitan Education Region, and served as a meaningful way to honour the week’s theme of celebrating the history, culture, and achievements of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
As part of the ceremony, students planted a native Tuart tree — a species deeply rooted in Western Australia’s natural heritage and a powerful symbol of resilience and connection to Country. This act of planting was not only environmental but deeply cultural, representing a commitment to reconciliation and respect.
The morning began with a heartfelt Welcome to Country, grounding the ceremony in tradition and cultural significance. It was a moment of reflection and unity, reminding all present of the importance of acknowledging and respecting the traditional custodians of the land.
Now standing proudly on the site, the Tuart tree serves as a living tribute to the enduring spirit, culture, and custodianship of First Nations peoples. It will grow as a reminder of the values NAIDOC Week represents — respect, recognition, and reconciliation.
Last week, our Year 9 and 10 students adventured onto a camp full of fun. There were evenings around the campfire, sharing stories under the stars and enjoying the simple joy of being in nature.
Daytime brought a burst of energy with arcade games that sparked friendly competition and rock-climbing challenges that pushed students to new heights.
More than just activities, the camp was about building friendships, creating memories and stepping outside of comfort zones together. Until next time, camp legends! 🔥🎮🧗♂️⛺✨
Dear Parents and Caregivers,
We’re pleased to announce that we have a new Canteen team along with a convenient online ordering system to make recess and lunch orders easier for families.
You can now place canteen orders online via My School Connect.
How to Get Started:
- Visit https://myschoolconnect.com.au/
- Create an account
- Add a student and select Dianella Secondary College Education Support Centre
- Access the menu and order via My School Tuckshop via the Dashboard
🕘 Please ensure all online orders are submitted before 9:00am on the day of service.
🧑 Students are still welcome to purchase prepared menu items in-person.
💳 Cash and EFTPOS payments are still accepted at the canteen for students wishing to purchase directly.
❓ Need Help?
The following short videos provide step-by-step guidance:
- How to register and place an order
- How to re-order
- Topping up your account balance
- Set up auto top-up
If you have any questions or require further assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact us via the College office.
Early mornings and fresh air marked the beginning of another rewarding year with the Bush Care Program, in partnership with the City of Stirling, where some of our students and staff headed to Cottonwood Reserve
Guided by Patxi and Chanel, we followed a thoughtful planting plan to ensure each new addition found its ideal place in the landscape. Some plants proved reluctant to leave their containers but with patience and care, they were safely settled into the soil.
Starting the day with hands in the earth and a focus on restoration was a meaningful way to continue our ongoing efforts, helping the local environment flourish for the future.







































skills in literacy, numeracy, communication and register operations; and building confidence, independence and preparedness for the future.















































