Scotch College Luncheon
2023-11-25 12:00 - 15:00 (Australia/Hobart) | 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.
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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.
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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.

TCE Drama Mid Year Play - Cyberbile
2024-06-14 19:00 - 20:30 | Horton Auditorium, 85 Penquite Road, Newstead, Tasmania, 7250
This year, our TCE Drama class will be performing ‘Cyberbile’ by Australian playwright Alana Valentine as their mid year play. This relevant contemporary play was written in 2011, with the assistance of the senior students at Presbyterian Ladies College, in Sydney. The play is based on real people and real events. Cyberbile brings awareness to important and confronting themes of, cyberbullying and derogative treatment of women online.

This a free performance and no tickets are required. We look forward to seeing you in the Horton Auditorium.

Join us and support our TCE Drama students at our free performance. We recommend this performance is watched by those aged 15 years and older as many of the themes are confronting.

Dance Showcase 2024
2024-06-19 17:00 - 18:00 | Horton Auditorium, 85 Penquite Road, Newstead, Tasmania, 7250
This year we welcome back an old regular – the College Dance Showcase. This showcase will take place on Wednesday 19 June at 5:00 pm. It promises to be a colourful and fun array of many dance styles, groups, duos and solos – with dancers and performers from Year 6 up to Year 12, it is sure to be a 1 hour feast for your eyes.
Tickets are available via at https://events.humanitix.com/danceshowcase24.
Tickets are free, but please book to ensure you have a seat as we expect the auditorium to be full.

100 Days of Prep
2024-08-02 08:45 - 11:00 | Elphin Campus, 74 Elphin Road, Launceston, Tasmania, 7250, Australia
Experience learning through the eyes of your child as we celebrate Prep’s first 100 days of full-time learning at the Elphin Campus.
Coffee@Laneway will be open from 8:00 am for families, this will be followed by a tour with your child’s class group and conclude in Laneway with a performance, presentation and morning tea.
Book here
RSVP for this event is Friday 29 July.
For more information, please contact our Community and Events team on 6336 3352.

The Theory of Relativity
2024-08-29 19:00 - 20:15, 2024-08-30 19:00 - 20:15 | Horton Auditorium, Penquite Campus, 85 Penquite Road, Launceston, Tasmania, 7250, Australia
Our Senior School production this year is The Theory of Relativity which will be help in the Horton Auditorium on Thursday 29 and Friday 30 August.

With music and lyrics by Neil Bartram and a book by Brian Hill, The Theory of Relativity is a short one Act song cycle which offers a fascinating look into the unexpected connections among unrelated people. Our Senior Students are doing a fantastic job at bringing each character’s story to life in what is arguably some of the most beautiful theatrical music written in modern times.

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Fathers' Day Breakfast
2024-08-30 07:30 - 08:30 | Elphin Campus, 74 Elphin Road, Launceston, Tasmania, 7250, Australia
POSTPONED: Due to the expected weather conditions on Friday morning, we have decided to postpone the event until Friday 6 September. While this decision was not made lightly, after considering various options, we believe that postponing is the best choice for the comfort and safety of our guests.
We invite fathers or a supportive figure in our students’ lives to celebrate Fathers’ Day with breakfast at our Elphin Campus.
Please remember to book for your child/ren who will be attending.
Book here

a trois - s.p.a.ce. Gallery Exhibition
2024-09-05 17:30 - 19:00 | s.p.a.c.e. Gallery, 85 Penquite Road, Launceston, Tasmania, 7250, Australia
We invite you to the opening of our next s.p.a.c.e. Gallery exhibition, à trois,an exhibition by three Launceston-based contemporary photographers, Dave Carswell, Minami Ivory and Sarah Rhodes. Both David and Sarah are also current parents at the College.
The title, a reference to a shared thought or discussion between three people, alludes to the convergence of the three artists’ work. All practicing within the expanded forms of portraiture, their differing approaches to creation and realisation all share an informed interest in the human condition.
To be opened by Megan Dick (’88), Collegian and current College parent and Cuator of The Glover Prize, Thursday 5 September 5:30 pm.
The exhibition continues until 27 September.

Aladdin
2024-09-25 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-09-26 18:00 - 19:00 | Horton Auditorium, Penquite Campus, 85 Penquite Road, Launceston, Tasmania, 7250, Australia
This year our Junior School students are performing Aladdin in the Horton Auditorium.
Embark on a magical journey to Agrabah with our enchanting junior school production of Aladdin! Join Aladdin, Jasmine, and the Genie as they soar through the bustling streets of this vibrant tale filled with adventure, friendship, and the power of dreams. With dazzling costumes, toe-tapping music, and unforgettable characters, our young stars will transport you to a whole new world of wonder and excitement. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable theatrical experience – book your tickets now and let your imagination take flight with Aladdin!
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Spring Concert
2024-10-29 19:00 - 20:30 | Horton Auditorium, 85 Penquite Road, Newstead, Tasmania, 7250
Join us for our Spring Concert, Tuesday 29 October. From 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm in the Horton Auditorium, the concert promises to be an evening of entertaining performances.

Hobart Reunion
2024-11-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Hadley’s Orient Hotel, 34 Murray Street, Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
We invite all Collegians based in Hobart and surrounding areas to join Principal Ross Patterson.
If you have any questions, please contact Nicole Willcox on (03) 6336 3368 or nicole.willcox@soc.tas.edu.au.
Book here

TCE Art Exhibition
2024-11-07 17:30 - 19:00 | s.p.a.c.e. Gallery, 85 Penquite Road, Launceston, Tasmania, 7250, Australia
It gives me great pleasure to invite you to the opening of our next s.p.a.c.e. Gallery exhibition,’Tales from the Campfire’, our 2024 TCE Art Exhibition.
Please join us in the s.p.a.c.e. Gallery, Thursday 7 November, at 5:30pm, when the exhibition will be opened by our Principal, Ross Patterson..
After the opening, the exhibition can be viewed by appointment only until Wednesday 13 November. Please email me should you wish to arrange this.

Melbourne Reunion
2024-11-14 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 our Principal Ross Patterson.
If you have any questions, please contact Nicole Willcox on (03) 6336 3368 or nicole.willcox@soc.tas.edu.au.
Book here

Celebration 2024
2024-12-10 18:00 - 21:00 | Silverdome, 55 Oakden Road, Prospect, Tasmania, 7250, Australia
Celebration is a very special event where the community comes together to celebrate and recognise our students’ achievements throughout 2024.
More details about the event and how to RSVP can be found here. For now, please mark this in your calendar.

Young Collegian Reunion
2024-12-18 17:30 - 19:00 | Elphin Campus, 74 Elphin Road, Launceston, Tasmania, 7250, Australia
UPDATE Monday 16 December: This event has now been cancelled. To find other reunions and events, please keep an eye on our website and social media pages.
We welcome all Collegians with a Peer Year of 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023 to our Young Collegian Reunion on Wednesday 18 December at the Elphin Campus.
For more information, please contact our Community and Events team on 6336 3352 or community@soc.tas.edu.au.
Book here

New Family Gathering
2025-01-30 17:00 - 19:00 | Helix, Penquite Campus, 85 Penquite Road, Launceston, Tasmania, 7250
This event is to welcome all families who are new to Scotch Oakburn College. This is a great opportunity for you to meet other families who are also new to the College and to meet your Year Level Parent Representatives.
If you have any questions at all, please don’t hesitate to contact our Community & Events team on 6336 3368 or community@soc.tas.edu.au
We look forward to you joining the College community in 2025!
Book here

Past Players Day
2025-02-15 11:30 - 15:00 | Scotch Oakburn Park, 132 Penquite Road, Launceston, TAS, 7250, Australia
All past players, coaches, officials, family and friends are invited to join us for the inaugural Past Players Day at Scotch Oakburn Park on Saturday 15 February.
Bring your picnics and blankets and enjoy an afternoon of cricket as our current First XI play their final home game of the season against St Virgil’s College. A BBQ lunch will be provided with donations going to the Year 12 Student Executive initiative to support the Pink Stumps Day and Jane Mcgrath Foundation.
We will also be celebrating a decade of cricket excellence and camaraderie since our First XI won the 2015 SATIS Premiership.
For more details, please contact Ali Foot on 6336 3415 or ali.foot@soc.tas.edu.au, or Dean Hawkins on dean.hawkins@soc.tas.edu.au.
RSVP Here

Dean House Family Gathering
2025-02-17 17:45 - 19:00 | Helix, Penquite Campus, 85 Penquite Road, Launceston, Tasmania, 7250
Our Senior students will be hosting a fun-filled afternoon featuring a barbecue, drinks and student-led entertainment. Bring along a picnic blanket and hamper if you wish and settle in for an evening of connection and community.
This gathering is also an excellent chance to meet our dedicated Pastoral Team, who are passionate about fostering your child’s wellbeing and sense of belonging. Your child’s Mentor, who serves as the primary link between home and school, will personally connect with you during the first fortnight of Term 1 and will also be available at the event to introduce themselves.
For more information, please contact your House Head, Kim Badcock on 6336 3300 or kim.badcock@soc.tas.edu.au
Book here

Briggs House Family Gathering
2025-02-18 17:45 - 19:00 | Helix, Penquite Campus, 85 Penquite Road, Launceston, Tasmania, 7250
Our Senior students will be hosting a fun-filled afternoon featuring a barbecue, drinks and student-led entertainment. Bring along a picnic blanket and hamper if you wish and settle in for an evening of connection and community.
This gathering is also an excellent chance to meet our dedicated Pastoral Team, who are passionate about fostering your child’s wellbeing and sense of belonging. Your child’s Mentor, who serves as the primary link between home and school, will personally connect with you during the first fortnight of Term 1 and will also be available at the event to introduce themselves.
For more information, please contact your House Head, Tim Batten on 6336 3300 or tim.batten@soc.tas.edu.au
Book here

Community Golf Day
2025-02-21 08:45 - 13:00 | Launceston Golf Club
6 December 2025 UPDATE – the Golf Day is full; however, we are offering a waitlist. You can add to the waitlist (using the event link below) or you can make contact with one of our committee members.
Ally Dennis (current parent) 0419 685 799 alisondennis2@hotmail.com
Anthea d’Emden (current parent) 0409 213 005 anthea.demden@legalaid.tas.gov.au
Michael Briggs (current parent) 0409 308 824 m.briggs@ironhouse.com.au
We’re thrilled to announce our College Golf Day. Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or have never held a club, this is an event for everyone! It’s all about having fun, meeting new people, and connecting with our wonderful College community.
No golfing ability is required, so don’t worry if you’re a beginner! Grab a team of four and join us for a day of laughter and camaraderie. Don’t have a team? No problem! You can register as an individual, and we’ll pair you with a group to ensure everyone feels welcome and included.
Hosted by our Principal, Ross Patterson, it promises to be filled with plenty of laughs, fun and be a fantastic opportunity to enjoy a day out with fellow parents, carers, and friends of the College.
When: Friday 21 February 2025
Time: 8:45 am Tee Off
Where: Launceston Golf Club
Cost: Team of Four $320 or Individual $80 (cost includes round of golf, lunch and beverages)

Register here

If you have any questions or would like some additional information, please contact one of us:
Ally Dennis (current parent) M 0419 685 799 E alisondennis2@hotmail.com
Anthea d’Emden (current parent) M 0409 213 005 E anthea.demden@legalaid.tas.gov.au
Michael Briggs (current parent) 0409 308 824 m.briggs@ironhouse.com.au
Community & Events P 6336 3352 E community@soc.tas.edu.au
