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19 Jun 2025

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Gilroy Day – Friday 13 June | Part 3: Relaxing Lunch and Mr Whippy Upon returning to the College, staff and students were greeted by Mr Whippy vans for a special lunchtime treat. Everyone enjoyed a relaxing and enjoyable lunch before heading off to the much-anticipated “Gilroy’s Got Talent” show!

18 Jun 2025

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Gilroy Day – Friday 13 June | Part 3: Relaxing Lunch and Mr Whippy Upon returning to the College, staff and students were greeted by Mr Whippy vans for a special lunchtime treat. Everyone enjoyed a relaxing and enjoyable lunch before heading off to the much-anticipated “Gilroy’s Got Talent” show!

18 Jun 2025

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Last week, Gilroy Catholic College senior boys and girls OzTag teams competed in the Sutherland Shire OzTag regional competition. The girls played in a very competitive pool, including the top team. They gave it all they had, unfortunately missing out on finals, but were proud representatives of the College. The boys team finished the day undefeated, scoring the winning try on the buzzer in the grand final. They were crowned the Sutherland Shire Champions for 2025, earning themselves a ticket to the NSW Champions of Champions tournament on the central coast in August. Congratulations to both teams who were the embodiment of our College values.

18 Jun 2025

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Last week, Gilroy Catholic College senior boys and girls OzTag teams competed in the Sutherland Shire OzTag regional competition. The girls played in a very competitive pool, including the top team. They gave it all they had, unfortunately missing out on finals, but were proud representatives of the College. The boys team finished the day undefeated, scoring the winning try on the buzzer in the grand final. They were crowned the Sutherland Shire Champions for 2025, earning themselves a ticket to the NSW Champions of Champions tournament on the central coast in August. Congratulations to both teams who were the embodiment of our College values.

18 Jun 2025

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Gilroy Day – Friday 13 June | Part 2: St Patrick’s Cathedral and Parramatta Park As shared in our earlier Gilroy Day post, the entire College community gathered for Mass at St Patrick’s Cathedral, Parramatta—the spiritual heart of our Diocese. It was a privilege to celebrate the Eucharist in such a beautiful and significant setting. Our students demonstrated admirable reverence and participated with genuine enthusiasm, reflecting the values of our College. Following Mass, students and staff gathered across the road in Parramatta Park to share morning tea. Although the weather was crisp, the sun shone brightly, and the joy of the day warmed everyone’s spirits. It was a wonderful opportunity to connect as a community and reflect on the significance of the day in a more relaxed setting.

17 Jun 2025

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Gilroy Day – Friday 13 June | Part 2: St Patrick’s Cathedral and Parramatta Park As shared in our earlier Gilroy Day post, the entire College community gathered for Mass at St Patrick’s Cathedral, Parramatta—the spiritual heart of our Diocese. It was a privilege to celebrate the Eucharist in such a beautiful and significant setting. Our students demonstrated admirable reverence and participated with genuine enthusiasm, reflecting the values of our College. Following Mass, students and staff gathered across the road in Parramatta Park to share morning tea. Although the weather was crisp, the sun shone brightly, and the joy of the day warmed everyone’s spirits. It was a wonderful opportunity to connect as a community and reflect on the significance of the day in a more relaxed setting.

17 Jun 2025

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17 Jun 2025

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16 Jun 2025

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Celebrating 45 Years of Gilroy – Gilroy Day 2025 Forty-five years ago, Gilroy College opened its doors in response to a growing need identified by local parents: a Catholic secondary school to serve the Hills area. In 2008, the College was renamed Gilroy Catholic College, honouring its deepening identity and mission. The College proudly bears the name of Cardinal Sir Norman Gilroy, the first Australian-born cardinal and a trailblazer in Catholic education. His motto, "Christ is My Light," continues to guide our community, placing Jesus Christ at the heart of College life. Last Friday, we marked this significant milestone with Gilroy Day with a whole-school pilgrimage to St Patrick’s Cathedral in Parramatta, the spiritual centre of our diocese. The Mass, celebrated by the Very Rev Peter Williams and clergy from St Bernadette’s Parish, was a beautiful expression of our shared faith and unity. Transporting around 1,000 students and staff to the Cathedral was no small task, yet it was accomplished seamlessly thanks to the outstanding behaviour of our students and the tireless work of our dedicated staff. Our students participated in the Mass with reverence and respect, after which they enjoyed a morning tea in Parramatta Park. Upon returning to the College, they were welcomed by Mr Whippy vans for a special lunchtime treat, before enjoying an afternoon of celebration with Gilroy’s Got Talent. We are incredibly proud of our students, who truly embodied the College values throughout the day, and deeply grateful to the many staff who made this event such a success. Here are a few photos from the morning—we hope you enjoy them. Be sure to check back soon for more photos and the results of Gilroy’s Got Talent!

16 Jun 2025

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Celebrating 45 Years of Gilroy – Gilroy Day 2025 Forty-five years ago, Gilroy College opened its doors in response to a growing need identified by local parents: a Catholic secondary school to serve the Hills area. In 2008, the College was renamed Gilroy Catholic College, honouring its deepening identity and mission. The College proudly bears the name of Cardinal Sir Norman Gilroy, the first Australian-born cardinal and a trailblazer in Catholic education. His motto, "Christ is My Light," continues to guide our community, placing Jesus Christ at the heart of College life. Last Friday, we marked this significant milestone with Gilroy Day with a whole-school pilgrimage to St Patrick’s Cathedral in Parramatta, the spiritual centre of our diocese. The Mass, celebrated by the Very Rev Peter Williams and clergy from St Bernadette’s Parish, was a beautiful expression of our shared faith and unity. Transporting around 1,000 students and staff to the Cathedral was no small task, yet it was accomplished seamlessly thanks to the outstanding behaviour of our students and the tireless work of our dedicated staff. Our students participated in the Mass with reverence and respect, after which they enjoyed a morning tea in Parramatta Park. Upon returning to the College, they were welcomed by Mr Whippy vans for a special lunchtime treat, before enjoying an afternoon of celebration with Gilroy’s Got Talent. We are incredibly proud of our students, who truly embodied the College values throughout the day, and deeply grateful to the many staff who made this event such a success. Here are a few photos from the morning—we hope you enjoy them. Be sure to check back soon for more photos and the results of Gilroy’s Got Talent!

12 Jun 2025

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Gilroy Catholic College Year 9 student Ashton, competed at the Gymnastics State Championships last weekend and won his division, making him the Level 7 Trampoline State Champion. He will go on to represent NSW at the National Championships on the Gold Coast in July. This is a wonderful comeback story for Ashton. He had a complicated knee injury which kept him out of action for two years, only returning to training in February this year. Congratulations on this amazing achievement Ashton!

12 Jun 2025

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Gilroy Catholic College Year 9 student Ashton, competed at the Gymnastics State Championships last weekend and won his division, making him the Level 7 Trampoline State Champion. He will go on to represent NSW at the National Championships on the Gold Coast in July. This is a wonderful comeback story for Ashton. He had a complicated knee injury which kept him out of action for two years, only returning to training in February this year. Congratulations on this amazing achievement Ashton!

12 Jun 2025

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In the third module of the Interfaith Dialogue Program, students from Gilroy Catholic College and the Australian Islamic College took part in meaningful visits to both Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church in Kellyville and the Auburn Gallipoli Mosque. Facilitated by Catholic Mission, the Interfaith Dialogue Program promotes cooperative interactions among people of different religions, faiths, and spiritual beliefs. The program is designed to foster mutual understanding, respect, and collaboration, with the broader goal of encouraging peace and tolerance in our diverse society. These visits provided students with the opportunity to experience the sacred spaces, practices, and perspectives of both Catholic and Islamic traditions. Through open dialogue and shared experiences, students gained deeper insights into each other’s beliefs and values—laying the foundation for lasting interfaith friendships and a more harmonious future.

12 Jun 2025

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In the third module of the Interfaith Dialogue Program, students from Gilroy Catholic College and the Australian Islamic College took part in meaningful visits to both Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church in Kellyville and the Auburn Gallipoli Mosque. Facilitated by Catholic Mission, the Interfaith Dialogue Program promotes cooperative interactions among people of different religions, faiths, and spiritual beliefs. The program is designed to foster mutual understanding, respect, and collaboration, with the broader goal of encouraging peace and tolerance in our diverse society. These visits provided students with the opportunity to experience the sacred spaces, practices, and perspectives of both Catholic and Islamic traditions. Through open dialogue and shared experiences, students gained deeper insights into each other’s beliefs and values—laying the foundation for lasting interfaith friendships and a more harmonious future.

12 Jun 2025

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Last week, the Gilroy Catholic College Silver Duke of Edinburgh students attended a route planning session for their upcoming Adventurous Journey, Route planning involves detailed preparation and consideration of various factors, including the journey's purpose, location, duration, and potential risks. Students are required to create a plan that addresses navigation, time management, and safety, ensuring the team is prepared for the challenges ahead.