In this edition of our ongoing video series 'In The Principal's Office' Catholic Education Diocese of Parramatta Executive Director Greg Whitby interviews St Anthony’s Primary Girraween Principal Linda Ducksbury.
Through this initiative, Greg hopes to capture insights from principals with a focus on what they learned from COVID-19.
Linda talks about the importance of communication and collaboration, how different ways of working continues to inform their work, and reflects on what she learned about herself as a leader throughout the pandemic.
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Greg Whitby is the executive director of schools for the Catholic Diocese of Parramatta. Follow him on Twitter @gregwhitbyLearn more about Greg |
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05 Apr 2026
From Facebook
Today we celebrate the joy and hope of Easter Sunday — a powerful reminder that love conquers all, light overcomes darkness and new life is always possible. May the resurrection of Jesus fill our hearts with peace, renew our faith and inspire us to share kindness and compassion with those around us. Wishing our St Anthony’s community a blessed and joyful Easter. 💛🐣
03 Apr 2026
From Facebook
Today on Good Friday, we pause to reflect on the deep love and sacrifice of Jesus on the cross. This sacred day invites us to slow down, to reflect, and to embrace the hope, forgiveness, and faith it represents. As we remember the meaning of the cross, may we be filled with peace and gratitude. Wishing our St Anthony’s community a blessed and reflective Good Friday.
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05 Apr 2026
From Facebook
Today we celebrate the joy and hope of Easter Sunday — a powerful reminder that love conquers all, light overcomes darkness and new life is always possible. May the resurrection of Jesus fill our hearts with peace, renew our faith and inspire us to share kindness and compassion with those around us. Wishing our St Anthony’s community a blessed and joyful Easter. 💛🐣
03 Apr 2026
From Facebook
Today on Good Friday, we pause to reflect on the deep love and sacrifice of Jesus on the cross. This sacred day invites us to slow down, to reflect, and to embrace the hope, forgiveness, and faith it represents. As we remember the meaning of the cross, may we be filled with peace and gratitude. Wishing our St Anthony’s community a blessed and reflective Good Friday.
02 Apr 2026
From Facebook
Today our students embarked on a meaningful Holy Week Visual Pilgrimage ✝️🌿, taking time to pause, reflect, and connect with the significant events of this sacred journey. At each stop, students explored a special moment of Holy Week, deepening their understanding through prayer, discussion, and reflection. From moments of celebration to times of sacrifice, they thoughtfully considered the importance of each event and its message. It was a beautiful opportunity for our students to slow down, engage spiritually, and walk together through the story of Holy Week in a meaningful and memorable way.
01 Apr 2026
From Facebook
On Tuesday, 15 students represented St Anthony's at the Heats Level of the Sydney Academy of Chess school competition. There were over 140 students at the competition and 12 different schools. We had some great results! Individual awards were given to: Alan - First place overall Aaran - 3rd place overall In the Under 8's division: Mokshagna and Arya. W, received medals for high scores in their age group. St Anthony's school team also came first! A small team has now qualified for the semi finals. We are very proud of the team's achievements. Congratulations! If you are interested in learning to play chess, we have lessons before school on a Tuesday. Teachers from the Academy of Chess teach these lessons. Chess club takes place at lunchtime on a Tuesday. All students are welcome to come to this club.
25 Mar 2026
From Facebook
🐰 Easter Raffle this Friday, 27th March! 🐰 Friendly reminder to purchase your raffle tickets by midnight tonight! Don’t miss your chance to win some egg-citing prizes this Easter 🐣 Grab your tickets before it’s too late!
24 Mar 2026
700+ Unite for Project Compassion Big Water Walk
More than 700 students and staff from 23 schools across Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD) came together for Caritas Australia’s Big Water Walk in support of Project Compassion. Beginning at Parramatta Park, students carried buckets of water along a 4km route, gaining a glimpse of the daily journey faced by people in developing communities, especially women and children, in search of clean water.
23 Mar 2026
From Facebook
A child in our school remarked..."Is this for real? Do children really not have enough clean water???" Our answer is YES and our hearts say this is not okay. Jesus would want us to help and today we did. We followed Jesus' footsteps. Today we bridged that gap by walking in solidarity with those who don't have access to clean water. We stopped 4 times to learn how precious water must be shared out to animals, washing up and drinking. A big heartfelt thank you to St Anthony's community for raising over $4000 for Caritas to provide these much needed water tanks to communities most in need. Thanks for bringing your buckets and walking for water! Thank you to the staff willing to be dunked to raise funds for Caritas.
22 Mar 2026
From Facebook
💧 Walk for Water – TOMORROW! 💧 Don’t forget to wear your sports uniform and bring a bucket as we walk in solidarity with those who don’t have easy access to water. Let’s make every step count 💙 If your sponsors haven’t donated yet, please use the link below:
21 Mar 2026
From Facebook
Don't forget your bucket on Monday for our Water Walk!! Make sure you put your name on it so it doesn't get lost.
20 Mar 2026
From Facebook
🌍🧡 Harmony Day at St Anthony’s — celebrating diversity, inclusion and that everyone belongs. 🧡🌍
