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10 Nov 2026
From Facebook
📣 ALL INVITED 📣 Join us on Wednesday 25th November 2026 for an evening of creativity and talent at the Catherine McAuley Westmead CAPA Showcase. 🎭🎵🎨 Come and see the amazing student works on display, both performing and creative! The Art Exhibiton will be open from 5:30pm until 6:30pm, and the Performing Art Performances will commence at 6:30pm and conclude at approximately at 8:30pm Light refreshments available. You can purchase your tickets through the QKR app and via Eftpos ONLY. 🎟 See you then!
10 Nov 2026
From Facebook
CELEBRATING 60 YEARS! 🎉🎉 A special part of the school’s 60th anniversary celebrations was the unveiling and blessing of a commemorative statue of Venerable Catherine McAuley, set within a new garden beside Mercy Square. The first photo shows students from the Class of 1967 with the statue and the second photo shows Catherine McAuley staff who are also alumnae of the school. The statue is an original design, featuring Catherine with a cup of tea as an invitation for students and staff to sit with her. It reflects the familiar 'comfortable cup of tea' adage at Catherine McAuley Westmead, a reminder of the welcome, hospitality and comfort we offer one another. The statue and garden were unveiled and blessed during the 60th Anniversary Student and Staff Liturgy, with School Principal Mary Refalo, Director of Catholic Identity & Mission Genevieve Banks, staff alumnae and Year 7 representatives taking part in the ceremony. "On the occasion of our 60th anniversary, inviting Catherine into our midst was an important symbol of our continued connection with her story and her invitation to support one another," Mary Refalo said. “The beautiful statue we have installed in the gardens of Mercy Square calls us to sit together in one another's company, and reminds us to do this with hospitality and love.”
09 Nov 2026
From Facebook
👩🏻🎓💡PATHWAYS & PARTNERSHIPS 💡👩🏻🎓 Before school, Thursday morning, a number of students attended a STEM Careers Networking Breakfast, where they had the opportunity to meet and connect with women working across a range of industries. Each professional brought a unique perspective and shared their individual career journey, highlighting how STEM had influenced and shaped their professional lives. Three of the guests were referred through the University of Sydney’s Khuda Women in STEM program, another four were members of our very own McAuley Alumnae community, and we were also fortunate to have two of our own teachers share their experiences. A huge thank you to Mary and Sedalia from SMEC, Shayal from CyberX, our McAuley Alumnae, Claudia, Melissa and Alannah, and of course, our very own Mathematics teacher, Ms Mai, and Science teacher, Ms Mahajan (also part of our Alumnae). Thank you for sharing your stories, experiences and insights, and for inspiring McAuley students to explore the possibilities of a STEM pathway, embrace new opportunities and recognise the many different directions a career in STEM can take them. Ms J.Xuereb Leader of Learning Pathways and Partnerships
09 Nov 2026
From Facebook
👩🏻🎓💡PATHWAYS & PARTNERSHIPS 💡👩🏻🎓 Before school, Thursday morning, a number of students attended a STEM Careers Networking Breakfast, where they had the opportunity to meet and connect with women working across a range of industries. Each professional brought a unique perspective and shared their individual career journey, highlighting how STEM had influenced and shaped their professional lives. Three of the guests were referred through the University of Sydney’s Khuda Women in STEM program, another four were members of our very own McAuley Alumnae community, and we were also fortunate to have two of our own teachers share their experiences. A huge thank you to Mary and Sedalia from SMEC, Shayal from CyberX, our McAuley Alumni, Claudia, Melissa and Alannah, and of course, our very own Mathematics teacher, Ms Mai, and Science teacher, Ms Mahajan (also part of our Alumni). Thank you for sharing your stories, experiences and insights, and for inspiring McAuley students to explore the possibilities of a STEM pathway, embrace new opportunities and recognise the many different directions a career in STEM can take them. Ms J.Xuereb Leader of Learning Pathways and Partnerships
08 Nov 2026
From Facebook
Happy 60th Birthday, Catherine McAuley Westmead! 🎉 🎉 Today marks 60 years since Catherine McAuley Girls’ High School (now known as Catherine McAuley Westmead) was officially blessed and opened by His Eminence Cardinal Gilroy on 6th November 1966. From its beginnings with 400 - 450 students and just twelve classrooms, two science laboratories and a library, Catherine McAuley has grown and changed over the decades. But one thing has remained constant - the strong sense of community and school spirit that was there from the very beginning. As the school celebrates this special milestone, we look back with pride on the generations of students, staff and families who have been part of our story. Here's to 60 years of learning, friendship and the Catherine McAuley spirit!
07 Nov 2026
From Facebook
CELEBRATING 60 YEARS! 🎉 🎉 What’s a birthday celebration without a birthday cake! Following today’s 60th Anniversary Student Liturgy, the whole school joined in singing Happy Birthday to Catherine McAuley Westmead. School Captains Olivia A. and Mia E., joined by Year 7 students Georgia G. and Bicole B., had the honour of cutting the cake. Every student was then given a cupcake decorated in the school colours to enjoy before heading home. Happy 60th Birthday, Catherine McAuley Westmead! A special shout-out to our cake supplier, Essence Patisserie, Rouse Hill. 🎂 @essencepatisserie
06 Nov 2026
From Facebook
60 Years of Memories 🥰 To mark Catherine McAuley’s 60th anniversary, the Library staff has created a wonderful exhibition celebrating each decade of the school’s history. Now on display in the school library, the exhibition was opened to students today, who enjoyed taking a look back at the people, places and moments that have shaped the school over the past 60 years. Tomorrow evening, alumnae attending the 60th Anniversary celebration will also have the opportunity to explore the exhibition and revisit memories of their time at Catherine McAuley.
05 Nov 2026
From Facebook
Year 11 Hospitality - Barista Basics ☕ Year 11 Hospitality students recently headed to CBD College in Haymarket to take part in a Barista Basics Course. Students had the opportunity to learn how to operate a commercial coffee machine and develop practical barista skills as part of their Hospitality studies. A great opportunity to build skills and gain some hands-on experience! ☕
05 Nov 2026
CSPD students strike gold at NSW All Schools
Eighteen gold medals marked another outstanding year for Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD) schools at the 2026 NSW All Schools Athletics Championships, with students building on the Diocese’s strong tradition of success against the state’s best athletes.
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