Columba Catholic Primary School Bunyip
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28-38 Hope Street
Bunyip VIC 3815
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Email: principal@bunyip.catholic.edu.au
Phone: 03 5629 5933

Principal Message 13th June 2025

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Dear Parents and Guardians

A reminder to all parents that the Fight MND beanies are a valued part of the Columba school uniform. Students are free to wear these beanies as part of their winter uniform.

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As a school, we deeply value the Fight MND charity as it funds vital research into Motor Neurone Disease, provides care and support for those living with MND, and ultimately seeks a cure for this devastating condition. Beyond its direct impact, supporting Fight MND also unites us as a community, encouraging us to work together in fighting issues, diseases, or problems that we or a loved one may face. Our children connect with this because many of them love footy, so we as a school can use this opportunity to teach our children how important it is to care for the 'other'.

This spirit of collective care and action resonates deeply with the teachings of Christ. Jesus consistently demonstrated compassion and actively sought to alleviate suffering, particularly for those who were vulnerable and in need. He taught us to love our neighbours as ourselves (Matthew 22:39) and to care for "the least of these" (Matthew 25:40).

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By supporting initiatives like Fight MND, we embody these Christian values, extending a hand of hope and solidarity to those battling immense challenges.

This year, the school has purchased a digital Fight MND beanie as a way of donating to the foundation, but also as a visible way to show our solidarity and connection to the wider community.

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The challenge I put to you is: How can you help your local community and the people in it? How can you reach out to those who need the most help, just as Jesus did?

How You Can Help Your Community

The most impactful ways to help generally fall into a few key areas:

  • Volunteering Your Time: Local organizations are always looking for an extra set of hands. Consider food relief volunteering, tutoring, or social groups, or check with local aged care facilities to visit residents. You could also help out at community events, support local schools, sporting teams, or even join the CFA or SES as an emergency services volunteer. Don't forget simply checking in on neighbours, especially those who might be elderly or living alone.

  • Donating Resources: If time is tight, you can still contribute. Financial donations to charities like Fight MND or local community groups are always appreciated. You can also donate non-perishable food items to local food banks (St. Vincent De Paul), gently used goods to op shops, or even donate blood if you're eligible.

  • Supporting Local Initiatives: Keeping our community vibrant means supporting local. Shop at local businesses in Bunyip, Garfield and Longwarry to keep money circulating in the area, and attend community events like markets or festivals. Spreading the word about local initiatives on social media or by word of mouth also makes a big difference.

No matter how big or small, your contribution can strengthen our community.