As part of their studies on human impacts on land cover change, our Year 12 Geography students recently enjoyed a valuable field trip to Glenbourne Farm, where they were able to observe firsthand the complex relationship between land use, environmental management, and biodiversity conservation. The excursion was facilitated by Kate and Darcy from the Forest Education Foundation, Jo from Glenbourne Farm, as well as Molly from Private Forests Tasmania.

Glenbourne Farm provided an outstanding example of the many ways land can be managed sustainably. Students were given a unique opportunity to see how careful stewardship of the […]

The Australian CBCA Children’s Book Week 2026 celebrated a “Symphony of Stories” and ran from 22 to 28 August. As readers, we were encouraged to imagine books and stories as a great symphony, with different characters, voices, adventures and ideas all coming together to create something wonderful. The theme of Book Week 2026 was built around the three Rs: “Read, Relax, Repeat”. It encouraged children to see reading as something enjoyable and comforting, not just something they do for school.

Read: immerse yourself in a story and discover new worlds.
Relax: enjoy books as a […]

A reminder that students in Years 3–12 may wear either the Winter or Summer uniform during the final two weeks of Term 3, starting Monday 21 September.

The College Shop will be closed from Monday 5 October and re-open on Friday 16 October.

Opening hours:           

Friday 16 October                    9.00 – 5.00 pm
Monday 19 October                 9.00 – 5.00 pm
Wednesday 21 October           12.30 – 5.00 pm
Friday 23 October    […]

Scotch Oakburn College has an exciting opportunity to appoint a Sailing Coach for the 2026-2027 season. Scotch Oakburn College Sailing program has been steadily growing and we are looking for a passionate sailor to join the coaching team. Our Sailing is based at the Deviot Sailing Club an includes 10 days of sailing throughout Term 4 and Term 1, with one weekend trip to Kingston Beach Sailing Club for the State Mirror Titles in March.

The duties of the role would include helping and mentoring students to rig Scotch Oakburn Mirror Dinghy’s, teaching […]

We are pleased to provide a community news section in our news highlighting events in the wider Launceston community that may be of interest to families. Included this week:

• Launceston Swim School Holiday program
• Just Swim School Holiday program
• RoboCup Australia session for students and teachers – 19 September (hosted at Middle School, Penquite Campus)

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Opportunity, Responsibility and the Future

Recently, Scotch Oakburn College had the pleasure of hosting Professor Toby Walsh, one of Australia’s leading Artificial Intelligence researchers, for a thought-provoking community presentation in the Horton Auditorium. Presented in partnership with the Royal Society of Tasmania, the event attracted more than 250 members of the College and broader Tasmanian community, including Her Excellency the Honourable Caroline Wells, Governor of Tasmania.

Professor Walsh provided a balanced and accessible overview of the current state of Artificial Intelligence. While much of the public discussion around AI focuses on either excitement or […]

An update on a vibrant week of student achievement, from the energy of the Inter‑House Singing Carnival, to Year 8 EY8 Service Projects, and the upcoming civics learning experiences for Year 6. Across these events, students demonstrated connection, commitment and community spirit as they grow, serve and prepare for the next steps in their learning journey.

An update from our Community Arts Coordinator on our 140-Year Community Quilt project, being led by this year’s Artist in Residence, Mae Finlayson. The project invites students, families, Collegians and staff to contribute memories and quilt patches celebrating the College’s history and community.

Our Year 2 community had the wonderful opportunity to visit Clarendon House as part of their HASS inquiry learning. This rich heritage experience allowed students to explore a significant local historical site and develop their understanding of how daily life, transport, and work have changed over time.

A highlight of the excursion was the guided tour of Clarendon House, where students stepped back into the 1800s and compared home life, chores, and family roles with those of today. The children also visited the shearing shed, carriage collection, and nearby railway track, discovering historical transport methods and agricultural […]