Community & Business
5 December, 2025
Malanda students celebrated
STUDENT achievements were proudly celebrated by Malanda State High School at its presentation night recently.
Families, staff, and community members gathered in the school’s hall to acknowledge excellence across academic, cultural, agricultural, leadership, and sporting pursuits.
The evening shone a light on the dedication, resilience, and effort demonstrated by students throughout the year, with many recognised for embodying the school’s core values of learning, safety, and respect.
Principal Natasha Lyndon said the night was a powerful reminder of the strength of the Malanda community.
“Our students continue to inspire us with their commitment, character, and desire to excel,” she said.
“Presentation night is a celebration of not just their achievements, but of the staff, families, and community who walk alongside them every day. We are incredibly proud of each and every one of our young people.”
Malanda State High School extends its thanks to the families, staff, sponsors, and wider community who contributed to making the evening such a success.
AWARDS:
Senior Dux – Georgia Earsman
Vocational Dux – Courtney Ryan
Senior Sportsperson of the Year – Rhys Johnston
Outstanding School Service Award – Tom Ramsay and Gabriella Speare
Malanda Lions Community Bursary – Sophie Heers
Bega Bursary: Sporting Field – Nash Coghlan
Elders Real Estate Bursary – Amelia Holland
Elders Insurance Bursary – Elektra Noordijk
Tablelands Regional Council Year 12 Bursary – Heidi Brettschneider
All Rounder Award – Maya Taudevin
Malanda RSL Sub Branch Consistent Performer Award – Lauren Dickson
Vocational Pathways Student of the Year – Chase Kelly
TAFE at School Award – Scott Brettschneider
Year 12 Cert II in Agriculture Award – Morgan Moore
Manual Arts Award – Jared Crowley
Senior Visual Arts Award – Codie
Business Excellence and Encouragement Award – Courtney Ryan
Artistic Excellence in the Performing Arts Award – Isadora Milhinhos-Rayment
Merv Rankine Memorial Perpetual Trophy for Public Speaking – Amelie Cockrem
David Hughes Memorial Trophy for Community Service Award – Macey Hales
