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Mother's Day at Farrer
Not all our boys were able to spend Mother’s Day at home. That didn’t stop them thinking of the important women in their lives as they spent the morning preparing something special for next time they see them.
Dubbo Prime Lamb Competition
Students James O’Brien, Jack Rees, Hayden Benson, Archie Crowe, Harrison Hine and Drew O’Connor represented Farrer at this year’s Dubbo Prime Lamb Hoof & Hook Competition and gained success.
Great Nundle Dog Race
Last Sunday a group of boys volunteered their time to support Nundle Public School at the ‘Great Nundle Dog Race’.
Yamba Fishing Trip
It was a bad day to be a fish in Yamba last weekend. The rain and wind didn’t stop our boys from having an epic time on the water Saturday morning.
Farrer at Greater Western Rugby
A group of Farrer students participated in the Greater Western Rugby League Trials in Coonabarabran on Friday, May 3rd. The students who attended were Ted Haire, Preston Latham, Ollie Sawyer, Darcy Weatherall, Lance Latham, Luke Jeffreys, Dustin Wyrzykowski, Harrison Thrift, Leif Deitrich, Lachlan Hawkins, and Jordan Hamlin.
Community Spirit at Farrer - Rotary Park
Last Saturday, Farrer General Assistant Brad Hoad brought a group of senior Farrer boys to help assemble the second backboard on the Rotary Calala Park half basketball court.
Farrer Principal On Tour
Our Principal Clint Gallagher has been spotted travelling to Walgett recently with few photo moments along the way at Burren Junction and Rowena Public Schools.
New Zealand Rugby Union
The first week of the holidays saw a team of Year 11 and 12 students take off to New Zealand to represent Farrer in Rugby Union.
Term 1 and Holiday Highlights
Congratulations to the following Farrer students on their individual achievements during term 1 and over the school holiday period. We thank parents and carers for sharing these stories with us.
ANZAC Day March 2024
Farrer took part in ANZAC Day marches around the state this year to great community feedback. Farrer takes pride in its marching each year and we were delighted to see wonderful community engagement.
Mother And Sons Dinner 2024
An evening to remember... Year 12 Mother and Son Dinner Thursday 11 April 2024
ANZAC Day Assembly 2024
Farrer students gathered for one final marching practice followed by an assembly for ANZAC Day this morning. This year's theme Remembering Indigenous Service was presented by Zak Power, Rex Barwick and Tom Gwalter with Jack Herden on the bugle performing The Last Post.
Farrer First VII Water Polo
Farrer’s First VII Water Polo team travelled to Newcastle on Wednesday and Thursday 4/5 April to contest the Water Polo State Knockout.
Year 8 Science Flower Dissection
Today in Miss Bishop’s Year 8 science class, students explored the different structures in pink lilies through a flower dissection.
Under 14s Coleman Shield Cricket
Lachlan Mason and Lachlan Swain, who passionately and enthusiastically shared their victory in March at the school assembly.
NSWCHSSA Under 15 Touch Football Championships
Daniel Rushbrook, Kobhan Nean and Lewis Crough all represented Farrer and North West at the NSWCHSSA Under 15 Touch Football Championships
in Mudgee last week
Elective Visual Arts Gallery Visit
On Monday the 25th March, Farrer Visual Arts elective students were fortunate to have an opportunity to visit the Tamworth Regional Gallery to view their current Art Express exhibition.
Deputy Principal's Award Term 1 Week 9
The award recipient for Term 1, Week 9 is Oliver Wilson. The award recipient for Term 1, Week 10 is Leif Dietrich.
Farrer Year 7 Opportunity Hub
Farrer Year 7 students welcomed Sam, Matty, and Latrell from the Tamworth Local Aboriginal Land Council’s Opportunity Hub, who conducted a story telling program at the school.
Farrer Year 7 Cricket Competition
On Friday 22 March, the Year 7 Cricket competition ended with a round of finals.
Under 15s and 17s Water Polo
Congratulations to the Farrer Under 15s and 17s Water Polo teams, victorious in the all-Farrer Grand Finals last Saturday.
Farrer 2024 Swimming Carnival
The annual Farrer twilight swimming carnival was held on Wednesday 27th March with the house captains starting the first race, setting a spirited tone for the rest of the carnival.
Farrer Year 11 'Just a Farmer' Private Screening
On Friday 22 March, Year 11 were treated to a private screening of ‘Just a Farmer’ at Forum 6 Cinemas in Tamworth to support our very own
superstar Oliver Overton.
North West Swimming Championships
Last Tuesday 18 students competed at the North west Swimming Championships. Our 13, 14 and 15 years relay teams won and qualified for the
NSW CHS Swimming Championships next term.
Stage 4 Science and Engineering Challenge
On Wednesday 20th March, the Year 8.1 Science class ventured to the TRECC to compete in the Stage 4 day of the Science and Engineering Challenge.
Harmony Day 2024
Today marks Australia's Harmony Day, a significant occasion dedicated to honoring the cultural diversity within our nation.
Deputy Principal’s Award Week 7+8
The award recipient for Term 1, Week 7 is Seamus Ryan.The award recipient for Term 1, Week 8 is Sebastian Burrows
Stage 5 Science and Engineering Challenge
Farrer showcased their STEM skills at the Science and Engineering Challenge for Stage 5 at the TRECC on the 19th March.
Congratulations Will Hamel
Congratulations to Farrer Year 12 student Will Hamel who won the Tamworth Region Lion Youth of the Year Public Speaking Competition last weekend.
Bush To Beach
Students travelled to Copacabana this weekend to complete their Bush To Beach Surf Rescue Certificate.
Water Polo NSW Championship
Farrer had 11 students representing Tamworth at the Water Polo NSW Junior Country Club Championship which was held in Tamworth over the first weekend of March 2024.
Year 7 and 11 Peer Support
Year 11 mentors have recently begun leading the Peer Support program with Year 7 students on Friday mornings during roll call.
Pi Day 2024
Pi day celebration at Farrer began at assembly this morning with some Pi number recital fun.
Year 10 and 11 Health Careers Forum
Year 10 and 11 students took part in the Health Careers Forum organised by the University of Newcastle.
Year 11 & 12 Visual Arts Art Express Webinar
Year 11 and 12 Visual Arts students were fortunate to gain insight into the Art Gallery of New South Wales Art Express exhibition through a webinar last friday.
Deputy Principal’s Student in the Spotlight Award - Term 1, Week 5+6
The award recipient for Term 1, Week 5 is Jack Southwell for his consistent application and a positive attitude in English. The award recipient for Term 1, Week 6 is Archie Allan for his sustained effort for this semester - both in class and at home in Mathematics.
Farrer in the North West Basketball Team
Congratulations to Farrer students Riley Williams, Oliver Blinman, Charlie Whale and Paddy Roods for making the NorthWest Basketball team with Ned Hagon named as a reserve.
Farrer Open Day 2024
We were excited to welcome our enthusiastic young visitors and their families to our annual Farrer Open Day.
Tamworth Show Junior Judging Event
Several Year 7 students had the opportunity to compete in the Junior Judging event at the 2024 Tamworth Show.
WGS - The Countdown is On!
On Tuesday 5th March, the Farrer community will bid for a chance to shave the head of their chosen auction item.
Farrer 1st XI vs Kingscliff High
Farrer 1st XI cricket team made their way northward over the range to play Kinsgcliff High in the quarter-finals of the Alan Davidson Shield State Knockout competition.
Year 11 & 12 Farrer Angus Stud
It has been a busy start to the year for the Year 11 & Year 12 Certificate III Agriculture students in the Farrer Angus stud.
Farrer Open CHS Basketball Gala Day
On Monday 26th of February, the Farrer Open CHS basketball team competed at the Gala Day held in Tamworth.
2024 NEGS Leadership BBQ
Farrer captains, Iva Haling, Will Hamel and Riley Gentle attended the annual Leadership Event at NEGS Armidale.
Gomeroi Culture Academy
Each of the four Farrer students who nominated themselves for the Gomeroi Culture Academy (GCA) in 2024 was selected for one of the fifteen available spots out of 45 applicants.
Deputy Principal’s Award Term 1 Week 3 + 4
The award recipient for Term 1, Week 3 is D'Arcy Cassidy for his confident start and regular contributions to Year 11 Chemistry.
McCarthy Friendly Chess Tournament
Thank you to McCarthy Catholic College for visiting Farrer today for our first Friendly Chess Tournament of the year. We look forward to the next event.
Year 12 Southern Universities Tour 2024
Several Year 12 students from Farrer took part in a collaborative tour of Southern Universities alongside students from across Tamworth last
week.
World's Greatest Shave 2024
The Farrer Gentleman of 2024 are keeping the legacy alive, as they take on the shave for cancer on Tuesday 5th March 2024.
Year 7 Weekend Activities Program
Our new Year 7 students are half way through their Year 7 Weekend Activities Program which encourages both day and boarding students get to know each other outside the classroom.
Farrer Students Exploring STEM
During the school holidays, Farrer Year 12 student Jesse Giles joined some of the brightest young minds across the country at the 40th National Youth Science Forum (NYSF) Year 12 Program.
Practice Makes Perfect
Farrer students have begun practicing for their Anzac Day March today! Looking good gentleman.
Year 8 Science
Year 8 Science have started their topic; Body Systems for the term. Students had some fun exploring different cells and making connections to the body system they belong to.
Where are you now? Stuart Maunder - Class of 1976
“After a homesick first month my English teacher, Mrs Young, cast me in a play. From that moment I never looked back. A reasonable student but an appalling sportsman, there was never a moment I felt unsupported by this extraordinary school and by my totally trusting parents."
The Magic of Learning
Y12 Advanced English were up to their elbows in stuffed animal entrails, casting spells to fulfill their greatest desires. Just like Prospero from "The Tempest" and Felix from "Hag-seed", our set texts for study this term.
All Students Return for 2024
We welcomed back all our students for 2024. Students were buzzing with excitement as they reconnected with their friends and teachers while getting ready for another busy year of learning at Farrer.
Year 7 Into the Farrer Family
Farrer experienced a overwhelming sense of energy and excitement as we welcomed the newest members to our school community.
Year 7 & 8 Bush to Beach Program
The weekend between ODAS camps last year saw eighteen year 7 and 8 students participate in the Bush to Beach Program
