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Friday The 13th Party

July 30, 2010 · Leave a Comment

Dragons with scales and witches with hats
It’s time to dress up and avoid black cats
Come to GV Noosa there will be plenty of treats
for goblins and ghosts who like to eat sweets.

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Noosa Throw Down The Challenge

July 29, 2010 · Leave a Comment

We say BRING IT ON!!

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University Tour

July 29, 2010 · Leave a Comment

Yesterday some students visited the University of the Sunshine Coast. They had a guided tour of the campus, where students were shown the modern buildings of the different faculties, the student accommodation (complete with gym, pools and BBQ areas!)  and of course the resident kangaroos who enjoy the grasslands surrounding the uni.

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THE WHALES HAVE ARRIVED, SEE THEM THIS WEEKEND!!!!!

July 26, 2010 · Leave a Comment

Tribal Travel are arranging a full days tour to get up close and personal with the Humpback whales as they play in the calm waters off Hervey Bay.

Experience the Whale Watch trip of a lifetime aboard Tasman Venture.

Get up close and personal with the majestical Humpback Whales, and enjoy their close encounters. The luxurious 20 metre catamaran is especially designed for whale watching, giving you clear viewing decks, underwater viewing windows, hydrophone (so that you can hear the whales sing), unique viewing platform (gets you to eye level with the Whales) and underwater camera. The friendly, experienced and accredited staff will give you an amazing experience you will never forget.

BOOK NOW to secure your place, as there is only a limited amount of seats available.  Kayley will be in school on Tuesday and Thursday during lunch, so if you have any questions, feel free to ask her!

These animals are truly inspirational and will be a lifetime memory of your time in Australia!

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Watch Out Noosa!

July 23, 2010 · 2 Comments

The GV Maroochydore campus soccer stars had a group shot taken to put fear into the Noosa side. The two schools will clash on the 11th of August!

Unfortunately Ronaldo, Maradona and Gonzalez were out having their morning coffee but they will be in the line up come August 11th.

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Surfing and Beach Pics

July 22, 2010 · 1 Comment

Yesterday’s surfing session proved that Jose was the only brave one. Although the other students decided the water was to chilly for them the beach was still a nice place to spend the afternoon. With lots of promises of trying again when the water is a little warmer the next Surfing Session is going to be a big one!

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Surf Session Tomorrow!

July 20, 2010 · Leave a Comment

Tomorrow (Wednesday) at 2.30pm students who want to join in the GV Surf Session will head down to Maroochydore Surf Club. Students who have a surfboard are encouraged to bring it with them otherwise they will have to be patient and share. Dont forget to bring your swimwear, a towel and some warm clothes for when you get out of the water!

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We Love Our BBQ’s

July 19, 2010 · Leave a Comment

With the beautiful sunset we had on Friday night its hard not to love a BBQ in Cotton Tree Park. Students enjoyed sausages, hamburgers and a few drinks with friends. Some old GV students (as well as Angelo’s dog) came along and joined in. Long term student Stiffany was also farewelled before she takes off on her travelling adventures around Australia.

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Gold Coast Getaway

July 16, 2010 · Leave a Comment

   

This could be you taking amazing photos and enjoying what the Gold Coast has to offer!

Please see Maddy for more information!

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WIN A 3 DAY WHITSUNDAY SAILING TRIP AT TRIBAL NIGHT

July 16, 2010 · Leave a Comment

Tribal Travel are giving away a 3 day live-aboard Whitsunday sailing trip at Tribal Night this Monday (19 July).

The winner will go on a boat named ENID.  Steeped in history, she sails at great speed and has a well established racing career. 

Recently restored, she has polished timber throughout and spacious uncluttered decks to allow her passengers to experience some of the purest sailing in the Whitsundays.

Enid comfortably takes guests through one of the world’s best sailing grounds -The World Heritage listed Whitsunday Islands. Visit the famous Whitehaven Beach, and experience first class snorkelling, sailing from destination to destination on this beautiful Australian yacht!

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Friday Arvo Free BBQ

July 15, 2010 · Leave a Comment

This Friday its time to relax and welcome the start of the weekend!

There will be a free BBQ in Cotton Tree Park starting at 3pm. Food and softdrinks will be provided.

See you there!

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FREE TSHIRT WITH GV EXPLORE PACKAGES

July 15, 2010 · Leave a Comment

Tribal Travel would like to thank all the lovely Global Village students who supported the opening of the GV Explore Travel Desk last week. To show our appreciation, the next 4 students to purchase a GV Explore weekend package from our desk will receive a free TRIBAL tshirt.

GV Explore is all about helping Global Village students get out and about at the weekend.  The cheap, easy and fun packages cover destinations such as Byron Bay, the Great Barrier Reef, the Gold Coast and more.  So if you’re in need of a break get more information from Kayley at the desk on Tuesday lunch break or Thursday from 2pm.

Go on … have some fun!

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Rainbow Beach Prize Drawn Today!

July 8, 2010 · Leave a Comment

Yes that’s right make sure you stay back after school today, you might be going home with a free trip to Rainbow Beach to feed wild dolphins!

The Tribal girls will be here at 2pm so make sure you dont miss them!

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Chocolatey Fun

July 7, 2010 · Leave a Comment

Today Maddy taught students her favourite game:

 The Chocolate Game!

Students had to put lots of funny clothing on and use a knife and fork to cut pieces of chocolate up before they could eat them. Some very funny photos were taken! The funniest would have to be DOS Becky and Intermediate teacher Suzie, check them out!

 

 

 

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Whale Tails

July 7, 2010 · Leave a Comment

At Global Village Sunshine Coast we love WHALES! The International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) launched the global grassroots campaign “Tails for Whales” to show governments around the world that there is widespread support to protect whales. Many students gave us their best  whale tail to show how much they love whales.

This photo has been uploaded onto the website http://www.tailsforwhales.org/ along with many other whale lovers!

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Come and Sing up a Storm!

July 1, 2010 · Leave a Comment

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THIS FRIDAY

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2PM!

Show us your singing skills! You can perform solo or as a group, so come and join the fun!

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GV Maroochydore Explore Theme Park Weekend in July

June 30, 2010 · Leave a Comment

There are limited places for the 24th and 25th July GV student weekend break so book now!
Grab all your new friends from GV Maroochydore and let’s go to the Gold Coast for a fun weekend of theme parks, shopping and nightlife! This price is exclusive to GV students and is the cheapest Gold Coast package offered. You will visit Movie World on Saturday and Sea World on Sunday. The accommodation is located in central Surfers Paradise and is close to all shops, beach, markets, bars, clubs and other attractions.

See Maddy in reception to book now!

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GV Maroochydore Murder Mystery

June 29, 2010 · Leave a Comment

GROUNDS FOR MURDER

A classic mystery with a challenging twist. Read about the mystery brewing at Spill the Beans Coffee Shop: the suspicious meetings over cappuccino, the roundtable of gumshoe regulars and the murder that shocks them all. Next, assemble the 1000-piece puzzle to discover the hidden clues. Let your mind percolate through the evidence, then filter out the red herrings and solve “Grounds for Murder”. BEWARE!! The puzzle is different from the box cover.

The mystery has been set up in room 9, anyone can have a go or try as a group.

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GV Maroochydore Explore Theme Park Weekend in July

June 28, 2010 · Leave a Comment

There are limited places for the 24th and 25th July GV student weekend break so book now!
Grab all your new friends from GV Maroochydore and let’s go to the Gold Coast for a fun weekend of theme parks, shopping and nightlife! This price is exclusive to GV students and is the cheapest Gold Coast package offered. You will visit Movie World on Saturday and Sea World on Sunday. The accommodation is located in central Surfers Paradise and is close to all shops, beach, markets, bars, clubs and other attractions.

See Maddy in reception to book now!

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WIN A GV EXPLORE WEEKEND BREAK IN BEAUTIFUL RAINBOW BEACH

June 28, 2010 · Leave a Comment

To celebrate the launch of the new GV Explore packages Tribal Travel will be giving away a wonderful weekend in Rainbow Beach.

Kayley (from Tribal Travel) will be in school at lunch break on Tuesday and on Thursday at 2pm, handing out information about the new Tribal Travel Desk and the fantastic new GV Explore Packages. 
 
Simply take the information and answer the three questions on the back of the form.  Then hand in your answers at the FIRST GV EXPLORE TRAVEL DESK ON TUESDAY 6 JULY.  Everyone who enters will receive a FREE gift.  
 
The winner will be announced at the following GV EXPLORE TRAVEL DESK ON THURSDAY 8 JULY at 2PM.  Be there to win.
 
Good luck

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Big Goodbye BBQ

June 22, 2010 · Leave a Comment

Last friday night Caloundra students had one last party together to farewell their friends. While the party was lots of fun there were many sad goodbyes and promises of future visits. It is always sad to say goodbye so we prefer to say “See Ya Later!”

We wish the students all the best in the future and would love to hear about their new adventures.

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Tribal Travel Visits Maroochydore

June 22, 2010 · Leave a Comment

Today in the morning break we had a special visit from Tribal Travel. Students enjoyed meeting Lucy and Kayley especially seeing that they gave out free Coke and Chupa Chups! We are lucky enough to have Kayley visiting the school every Tuesday and Thursday to help students plan and organise their holidays and travels. Next time you see her please make her feel welcome and say hello.

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Soccer Stars and Cheer Squad Wanted!

June 22, 2010 · Leave a Comment

For a friendly game at Cotton Tree Park on Thursday after school. All are welcome to play or watch, the game will start at 3.30.

This will be great practice for our upcoming clash with the Noosa school in the GV Sunshine Coast Cup!

We are also after a cheer squad for when we play our big game. If you think you have what it takes come and show your support on Thursday afternoon.

 

More information on the GV Sunshine Coast Cup to come!

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FREE BBQ MEAL FOR ALL STUDENTS

June 21, 2010 · Leave a Comment

Tribal Travel host Tribal Night every Monday at Irish Murphy’s in Noosa Junction. 

Kayley from Tribal Travel runs the Tribal Nights, and is always there to make new students feel welcome.  Come in a group, or come alone and meet new people.  Feel free to speak to Kayley during the night with any travel questions you have.  She’s always happy to help and can offer you invaluable advice about local tours, Australia, New Zealand or Fiji.

Come and join in the fun.  Grab a ticket from Maddy on the Activities Desk.

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Red Nose Day Picnic in the Park

June 18, 2010 · Leave a Comment

Next Friday is Red Nose Day

This is an anual event which raises money for SIDS and Kids. This organisation is dedicated to saving the lives of babies and children during pregnancy, birth, infancy and childhood.

For you it means PARTY TIME!!!

There will be a picnic in Cotton Tree Park (some beer will be provided!) but you are more then welcome to bring along more of your own drinks.

The only catch is that you must be wearing a red nose!

You can purchase red noses from many shops in Sunshine Plaza including Target, Best and Less, Crazy Clarks and Big W. They are only $2 to buy. You might also like to wear red clothes to really get into it the party mood. If you need some help finding a red nose come and see Maddy.

The picnic will start at 3.30 in Cotton Tree Park.

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Ten Pin Bowling Time!

June 17, 2010 · Leave a Comment

To kick off activities at our new school Friday night is Ten Pin Bowling night! Lets put our bowling shoes on and have some fun! Suncity Tenpin is located in Mari Street Alexandra Headland, which is just off the main road along the beach. Students pay only $11 to play one game, $18 for two. Please book with Maddy if you would like to go.

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Maroochydore Orientation Day

June 9, 2010 · Leave a Comment

Last week’s orientation day was a big success; students loved their new school and are looking forward to starting there next week.

If you don’t believe me read what these students had to say about it:

“The school was very good, I look to move to Maroochydore” - Martha, Pre-intermediate

“Perfect, it was the best!” – Julio, Upper Intermediate

“The school is better because it is newer and bigger and the balcony has a view plus there is more places to go out” – Corinne, CAE

“The school was very good because there is more space, a nice view and the computer room is much better” – Angelica and Anja, Intermediate

“It was very nice, and very modern. It was a really nice day.” – Patrick, Upper Intermediate

“It had a really good view and is in a very good location in Maroochydore. It has a beautiful beach behind the school. I feel better to study here because I will have more things to do, I’m really excited for the move to Maroochydore” - Jose

The afternoon picnic in Cotton Tree park was also a highlight, students can look forward to many more BBQ’s and activities by the calm beach. Students were also happy to discover that there is a little more nightlife around Maroochydore with some not arriving home till 4am!

We can’t wait to see you all on Tuesday morning at our brand new school!

 

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Photo Competition Results

June 4, 2010 · Leave a Comment

And the winner is…Patrick with this amazing action shot taken at Lake Birrabeen, Fraser Island. Patrick is still deciding which prize to go for!

Congratulations also to Charles for taking out second place with this spectacular photo, he took home a free pass to Australia Zoo thanks to Tribal Travel!

And Angelo who took out third place with this beautiful sunset photo, he won a free pass to Underwater World also courtesy of Tribal Travel.

Thanks to everyone who sent in their photographs, some of your are very talented! Your friends and families back home will love seeing your beautiful Queensland pics. Many of your photos are going to be used as teachers resources for future classes.

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So Many Pancakes!

June 2, 2010 · Leave a Comment

Seeing that it’s getting colder in the mornings and harder to get out of bed students were bribed into coming to school early for a free breakfast. On the menu were yummy pancakes, they were so good that teachers had to drag students away! Luckily more pancakes were cooked during the morning break so everyone got to enjoy them with their favourite toppings.

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Surfing Photos

June 2, 2010 · Leave a Comment

Some brave boys hit the chilly waters of Happy Valley yesterday for a surf lesson. Teeth were chattering and bodies were shaking but you couldn’t miss the smiles on their faces. It should also be noted that Maddy was brave enough to get in and take the photos!

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