Meet your Year Level Parent Representatives (Elphin Campus)
2023-02-02 08:00 - 09:00 (Australia/Hobart) | Laneway@Elphin, 74 Elphin Road, Launceston, Tasmania, 7250
Join us for a coffee and meet your Parent Reps for your child/children’s year level (Early Learning Elphin – Year 5). A great chance to meet new parents and catch up with others after the summer break.
No need to book just drop in. More information about your Year Level Parent Reps can be found here.
If you have any questions please contact the Community & Events team a call on 6336 3352 or community@soc.tas.edu.au

New Family Gathering
2023-02-02 17:30 - 19:30 | Middle Scool, Penquite Campus, 85 Penquite Road, Launceston, Tasmania, 7250, Australia
An event especially for those families who are new to Scotch Oakburn College. A chance to meet other new families, your Year Level Parent Reps and other staff. The whole family are welcome.
Invitations with all details about this gathering will be emailed for this event mid-January.
More information about your Year Level Parent Reps can be found here.
If you have any questions about this event please contact Nicole Willcox, Community & Events Manager on 6336 33689 or nicole.willcox@soc.tas.edu.au

Rowing Reunion
2023-03-16 18:00 - 21:00 | Helix, Penquite Campus, 85 Penquite Road, Launceston, Tasmania, 7250
Please join us to celebrate rowing at Scotch Oakburn College and the 50th anniversary since our First VIII crew won the Head of the River.
It will be a fabulous evening to reconnect with the rowing community and hear from John Keogh, Rowing Australia’s Women’s Head Coach.

Where: Scotch Oakburn College, Penquite Campus
When: Thursday 16 March 2023
Time: 6:00pm – 9:00pm
RSVP: Thursday 9 March
Cost: $35:00 per person (including food & beverages)
Should you have any queries please don’t hesitate to contact the Rowing Reunion team on 6336 3368 or rowingreunion@soc.tas.edu.au
Book here
We look forward to seeing you at the reunion.

Andy Müller
Principal

Lucy Wilson
Matthew Russell
Rowing Captains

Amelia Corrigan
Sam Brown
Rowing Vice Captains

Harvest Harmony
2023-03-23 16:00 - 19:00 | Middle Scool, Penquite Campus, 85 Penquite Road, Launceston, Tasmania, 7250, Australia
An evening of family fun, food, activities and entertainment.
Harvest Harmony is a cashless event. All food vans and the bar will have EFTPOS facilities available.
Some College run stalls and activities will require payment via $1 coupons purchased from our coupon tables. Coupons can be pre-purchased now by completing the form below.
Photo Booth: $2.00 (2 coupons) per photo
Sponge Throwing: $1.00 (1 coupon) per throw
Pedal Power Milkshakes: $2.00 (2 coupons) per shake
Fresh Produce Stall: $1 – $3.00 (1 to 3 coupons) for items
Please note: Unused coupons are non-refundable.
Pre-purchase Coupons

The Lion King Kids
2023-06-28 18:00 - 19:00 | Horton Auditorium, Penquite Campus, 85 Penquite Road, Launceston, Tasmania, 7250, Australia
The African savannah comes to life in the Horton Auditorium with Simba and Rafik, as our Year 5 students take you on an unforgettable journey with the well-known cast of characters who journey from Pride Rock to the jungle… and back again, in this inspiring, coming-of-age tale.
Music and Lyrics by
Elton John & Tim Rice
Additional Music and Lyrics by
Lebo M, Mark Mancina, Jay Rifkin and Hans Zimmer
Book by Roger Allers & Irene Mecchi
Based on the Broadway production directed by Julie Taymor
Licensed exclusively by Music Theatre International (Australasia). All performance materials supplied by Hal Leonard Australia.
Book Now

Book Launch: Struck Down by John Woodroffe
2023-07-27 17:30 - 18:30 | s.p.a.c.e. Gallery, 85 Penquite Road, Launceston, Tasmania, 7250, Australia
Please join us for the Launceston launch of John ‘Woody’ Woodroffe’s (Scotch, ’62) book Struck Down on Thursday 27 July at 5:30 pm in the s.p.a.c.e. Gallery
No RSVP necessary, everyone welcome.
Here’s a link to an article which was published in The Examiner about John’s memoir
If you’d like more information please contact John via johnwoodroffe@hotmail.com

Cold Hands, Warm Heart
2023-08-04 19:00 - 22:00 | Alida, Penny Royal, 1 Bridge Rd, Launceston, TAS, 7250, Australia
EVENT CANCELLED: Unfortunately, due to low guest numbers, our community event “Cold Hands, Warm Heart” has been cancelled.
If you would still like to donate to Vinnies, please bring your warm clothing or blankets to Coffee@Laneway on Thursday 27 July and Thursday 3 and 10 August.
Coffee@Laneway is open from 8:00 am – 8:45 am at the Junior School.
If you have any questions, please contact our Marketing and Community team on 03 6336 3352 or community@soc.tas.edu.au.
We hope to see you at another College community event soon.

A celebration of performing and visual arts at Scotch Oakburn College
2023-08-08 - 2023-08-31 | s.p.a.c.e. Gallery, 85 Penquite Road, Launceston, Tasmania, 7250, Australia
A celebration of performing and visual arts at Scotch Oakburn College
This exhibition, curated by Veronica Macno, College Archivist, celebrates the 20th anniversary of the Performing Arts Centre and the performing and visual arts as an important part of school life since the early days of the College.
The photographs and objects included in the exhibition are from the College Archives to illustrate the ways in which the arts provide community engagement, education and inspiration to our students and broader College community.
The exhibition closes on Thursday 31 August.
For more information about the exhibition please contact Veronica Macno, College Archivist or Nicole Willcox, Community & Events Manager.
Veronica Macno
College Archivist
6336 3352
community@soc.tas.edu.au
Thursdays & Fridays

Sydney Reunion
2023-08-12 09:30 - 11:00 | Fullerton Hotel Sydney, 1 Martin Place, Sydney, NSW, 2000
We invite all Collegians based in Sydney and surrounding areas to join Principal Andy Müller for breakfast at 9:30 am.
There is no cost but we do need an RSVP for numbers and catering purposes.
Book here
If you have any questions, please contact Nicole Willcox on (03) 6336 3368 or nicole.willcox@soc.tas.edu.au.

Seussical The Musical
2023-08-30 | Tasmania
We are very excited to advise that tickets are now on sale for this year’s Middle and Senior School production – Seussical The Musical.
Join us at the Princess Theatre from Wednesday 30 August to Saturday 2 September.
“Oh, the thinks you can think” when Dr. Seuss’ best-loved characters collide and cavort in an unforgettable musical caper!
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Seussical The Musical
2023-08-31 | Princess Theatre, 57 Brisbane Street, Launceston, Tasmania, 7250
Join us at the Princess Theatre from Wednesday 30 August to Saturday 2 September.
“Oh, the thinks you can think” when Dr. Seuss’ best-loved characters collide and cavort in an unforgettable musical caper!
Book Now

Seussical The Musical
2023-09-01, 2023-09-02 | Princess Theatre, 57 Brisbane Street, Launceston, Tasmania, 7250

Fathers' Day Breakfast
2023-09-01 07:30 - 08:30 | Junior School, Elphin Campus, 74 Elphin Road, Launceston, Tasmania, 7250, Australia
Fathers and support figures in our student’s lives are invited to celebrate Fathers’ Day with a special breakfast at the Junior School.
If you have any question about this event, please contact our Community & Events team on 6336 3352 or community@soc.tas.edu.au.
Book Now

MLC & Oakburn College Morning Tea
2023-09-26 10:30 - 12:00 | Elphin Campus, 74 Elphin Road, Launceston, Tasmania, 7250, Australia
Collegians of Methodist Ladies’ College & Oakburn College are invited to Morning Tea being hosted on the Elphin Campus.
Tuesday 26 September
Kate Perrin Dining Room, Elphin Campus
10:30 am – 12:00 pm
$20:00 per person
RSVP by Thursday 21 September
Book here
If you have any questions, please contact Nicole Willcox on (03) 6336 3368 or nicole.willcox@soc.edu.au.

Year 12 Boarders' Celebration
2023-10-20 18:00 - 21:00 | Elphin Campus, 74 Elphin Road, Launceston, Tasmania, 7250, Australia
Please join Mr Bo Power, as we celebrate our Year 12 Boarders finishing at Scotch Oakburn College, with a cocktail party.
Book here

For more information, please contact Robyn Ockerby on 6336 3386 or robyn.ockerby@soc.tas.edu.au.

Early Learning Erina Celebration
2023-11-02 09:00 - 11:45 | Elphin Campus, 74 Elphin Road, Launceston, Tasmania, 7250, Australia
Parents and carers of our Early Learning Erina students are invited to celebrate their learning this year. This morning will include a tour of the campus, which will give you an insight into a day in the life of your child at Scotch Oakburn College, followed by a morning tea in Laneway.
Elphin Campus
Thursday 2 November
9:00 am – 11:45 am
Book here

Students are requested to be in class by 8:45 am and parents and carers are to gathering in Laneway. Coffee@Laneway will be open from 8:30 am and coffees will be free for guests.
If you have any questions, please contact our Marketing and Community team on 6336 3352 or community@soc.tas.edu.au.

Melbourne Reunion
2023-11-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Seminar Centre, University College, 40 College Crescent, Parkville, Victoria, 3052, Australia
We invite all Collegians based in Melbourne and surrounding areas to join Principal Andy Müller for a casual catch up and drink.
There is no cost but we do need an RSVP for numbers and catering purposes.
Book here
If you have any questions, please contact Nicole Willcox on (03) 6336 3368 or nicole.willcox@soc.tas.edu.au.

Year 5 Grandaparents' and Friends' Day
2023-11-10 09:45 - 12:30 | Elphin Campus, 74 Elphin Road, Launceston, Tasmania, 7250, Australia
Grandparents’ and Friends’ Day is a special day on the Scotch Oakburn College calendar. We invite all Year 5 grandparents’ and special friends’ to join us as we celebrate the Year 5’s last days at the Elphin Campus.
This morning is celebrated with an assemblty, morning tea and a tour of the Elphin Campus.
To RSVP for this event, please contact the Elphin Campus on 03 6336 3377.

Hobart Reunion
2023-11-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Hadley’s Orient Hotel, 34 Murray Street, Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
We invite all Collegians based Hobart and surrounding areas to join Principal Andy Müller for a casual catch up and drink.
There is no cost but we do need an RSVP for numbers and catering purposes.
Book here
If you have any questions, please contact Nicole Willcox on (03) 6336 3368 or nicole.willcox@soc.tas.edu.au.

Scotch College Luncheon
2023-11-25 12:00 - 15:00 | Briggs House Dining Room, Penquite Campus, 85 Penquite Road, Launceston, Tasmania, 7250, Australia
Collegians of Scotch College are invited to the Scotch College Luncheon in Briggs House at the Senior School.
Sunday 25 November
Briggs House Dining Room
12 noon for 12:30 pm
$45:00 per person (3 course lunch & beverages)
Book here
If you have any questions, please contact Nicole Willcox on (03) 6336 3368 or nicole.willcox@soc.edu.au.

Celebration 2023
2023-12-08 18:00 - 20:30 | Silverdome, 55 Oakden Road, Prospect, Tasmania, 7250, Australia
Celebration is a very special evening where the community comes together to celebrate and recognise all our students’ achievements as members of the College.
It’s an event where students, families, Collegians, and staff come together to celebrate a wide range of student successes from throughout the year. This event has a student-led focus with presentations of music, drama, dance, visual art, public speaking and sport as a celebration of the year’s activities at the College. It also includes important traditional elements including prize-giving, our final farewell to the Year 12s and announcement of the 2024 student leaders.
The 2023 event is confirmed to take place at the Silverdome in Launceston on Friday 8 December, commencing at 6:00 pm.
For more information and to to RSVP

If you have any questions at all please contact our Community & Events team on 6336 3368 or community@soc.tas.edu.au

Penquite Coffee Morning
2024-02-01 08:00 - 09:00 | Middle School, Penquite Campus, 85 Penquite Road, Launceston, Tasmania, 7250
Penquite families are invited to join us at the Middle School as we welcome in the start of the 2024 school year.

A fantastic opportunity for you to meet your Year Level Parent Representatives and catch up with your community after the holidays.

There is no need to RSVP, just turn up, the coffees are on us!

Coffee@Laneway
2024-02-02 08:00 - 08:45 | Laneway@Elphin, 74 Elphin Road, Launceston, Tasmania, 7250
Elphin families are invited to join us in Laneway as we welcome in the start of the 2024 school year.
A fantastic opportunity for you to meet your Year Level Parent Representatives and catch up with your community after the holidays.
There is no need to RSVP, just turn up, the coffees are on us!

Year 7 Grandparents' and Friends' Day
2024-04-03 10:50 - 13:00 | Scotch Oakburn College, 85 Penquite Road, Launceston, TAS, 7250, Australia
Grandparents’ and Friends’ Day is a special tradition at Scotch Oakburn College, where guests are given the chance to experience College life through the student’s eyes.
Book here
Please contact our Marketing and Community team on 6336 3352 or community@soc.tas.edu.au, for more information.

Commissioning of Ross Patterson as the Principal of Scotch Oakburn College
2024-04-04 18:30 - 19:30 | Launceston Conference Centre, 50 Glen Dhu Street, Launceston, Tasmania, Australia
Please join the College community for a special occasion – the Commissioning of Ross Patterson as the 21st Principal of Scotch Oakburn College.
Date: Thursday 4 April 2024
Time: 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Venue: Launceston Conference Centre, 50 Glen Dhu Street, Launceston
RSVP: RSVP by Thursday 28 March
The evening promises to be a momentous one as we celebrate this significant milestone in the College’s history and also welcome Ross and his family to the community.
Book here
For more information, please contact our Community & Events team on 6336 3368 or 6336 3352 or community@soc.tas.edu.au.

James and the Giant Peach
2024-05-09 19:00 - 20:15, 2024-05-10 19:00 - 20:15 | Horton Auditorium, 85 Penquite Road, Newstead, Tasmania, 7250
We are excited to present this year’s Middle School play, the Roald Dahl’s classic story James and the Giant Peach.
There will be two public performances in the Horton Auditorium, on Thursday 9 May and Friday 10 May (the second week of Term 2), starting at 7:00 pm.
Around 50 students are involved this year both on and off stage; it would be great to see the Auditorium packed out with friendly faces to support our students in their Performing Arts pursuits.
Tickets:
Adults $15
Students $10
We can’t wait to welcome you to the Performing Arts Centre.
Book Now

Mothers' Day Breakfast
2024-05-10 07:30 - 08:30 | Elphin Campus, 74 Elphin Road, Launceston, Tasmania, 7250, Australia
We invite mothers or a supportive figure in our students’ lives to celebrate Mothers’ Day with breakfast at our Elphin Campus.
Book here

Please remember to book for your child/ren who will be attending.
For more information, please contact our Marketing and Community team on 6336 3352 or community@soc.tas.edu.au.

Autumn Concert
2024-05-23 19:00 - 20:30 | Horton Auditorium, 85 Penquite Road, Newstead, Tasmania, 7250
Join us for our Autumn Concert, Thursday 23 May. From 7.00pm to 8.30pm in the Horton Auditorium, the concert promises to be an evening of entertaining performances.
