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Updates - Week 1, 2026
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What's on: Week 1, 2026

Alexa Turnbull
Alexa Turnbull· President

Welcome back to Somerly for 2026! Here are some things you should know...

Welcome Back to Somerly for 2026!

It was so wonderful seeing the kid’s happy faces as they started back at school yesterday. We’re truly looking forward to a positive year ahead, and to sharing it with you and your families.

This Week – Week 1

Wednesday 4 February – Weekly P&C Sausage Sizzle 

Just $6 gets your child a yummy sausage in bread plus a chilled juice box or small water – delivered straight to their classroom. Order here: somerly-pnc.com/ss 👈

Every dollar helps fund extra programs and resources our kids love.

Thursday 5 February – P&C Annual General Meeting (AGM) 
6:00 pm | Staff Room

Come along for our first gathering of the year! We’ll elect our 2026 office bearers, welcome new faces, and share what’s ahead. Everyone’s welcome – no need to RSVP, bring the kids if you like. Curious about the P&C? Pop in, ask questions, or just say hi. Click here to visit the event page for more info! 👈

Friday 6 February – Celebration Assembly 
8:45 am | Undercover Area

Our very first assembly, where the 2026 student leadership team will be introduced. Parents and carers – we’d love to see you there.

Friday 13 February - Resilience Project Assembly
8:45am | Students Classrooms

Students and families will be introduced to the Resilience Project - Please feel free to join your children in their classroom where the students will be watching introductory videos to explain the program and what they can expect.

Quick Notices

  • Community Pantry – Open school hours in Block 1 (next to Room 4). Free food for any family who needs it – please help yourselves.
  • Breakfast Club – Coming back soon! Free, tasty breakfast 8:00–8:30 am on selected mornings.
  • Want to help out? There are plenty of casual volunteer spots available. Check what’s needed and sign up here: volunteer.somerly-pnc.com 👈
  • More about the P&C? Click here: somerly-pnc.com/about

We’re so grateful for this wonderful community. Here’s to a fantastic 2026 together!

Coming Soon…

Somerly Sundowner
Week 3 or 4 | 5:30 pm (exact date TBC) | Somerly Primary School

A laid-back, fun way to kick off the year! Join us for a picnic with a sausage sizzle, ice cream, music, and games as the sun sets. Especially great if you're new to Somerly – come meet other families in a relaxed, no-pressure setting.

We’d love to see you there!

Alexa Turnbull

Alexa Turnbull

President

Mum of three with a heart for justice and a background in humanitarian law. Thrives on connection and cares deeply about the people around her. Often found volunteering, collecting beach treasures, or tending to her ever-growing indoor jungle.