On Sunday 24 April, 27 students and 4 staff members made the journey to Tasmania. For 5 days everyone was treated to fresh food, lofty heights, spooky ruins and clear blue skies as the group travelled around the state. Some of the main attractions that we visited were:

- Port Arthur Historic Site and Ghost Tour
- Port Arthur Lavender Farm
- MONA
- Tasmania Museum and Art Gallery
- Tahune Airwalk
- Mt Field National Park
- The Salmon Ponds
- Barilla Bay Oyster Farm and Tasting
- Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary
- Richmond Historic Town
- Cataract George

There were many highlights from throughout the trip, and each student connected with something different. New friendships were made as the group worked through all the challenges together, despite most not knowing each other beforehand. A huge thankyou must be given to the College and all staff involved, as this trip wouldn't be made possible without them. But a thank you also needs to be given to the students for taking advantage of every opportunity that was presented to them.

Ava Nesci from Year 9 sums up the trip in this wonderfully written summary:

When I left Melbourne, I felt excited and slightly anxious. I felt this way because I was going to be experiencing so many new experiences but in a place I had never been before. Even though I was scared I knew that I would have so much fun. On the trip we made so many unforgettable memories in so many incredible places that I think it would be impossible to pick a favourite place. Although, in saying this, one of my favourites and a big standout for me had to be the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary. I loved this place so much because I absolutely love animals and being able to interact with such amazing creatures was definitely a huge highlight on the trip. We got to learn about wombats, Tasmanian devils, echidnas, and of course you can't forget about kangaroos. We got to feed and touch the kangaroos which was such a crazy and once in a lifetime opportunity that I would recommend to anyone.

Another standout on this trip was the Tahune Airwalk. If you don't like heights this may not be one for you, but it was so much fun. It was so cool to see and learn about the surrounding nature that we walked through along the metal airwalk that was in line with most of the treetops. This is a trip I would definitely recommend to other students because I have made new friends and made so many memories that will last a lifetime. Most of the things I learnt on the trip were about nature. I learnt about so many interesting plants that I had never even heard of before. Everything was so intriguing and could engage anyone. If you get the chance to go on this trip, I would highly recommend you go.