What’s going on at LTC?

• End of Term 2

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Secondary Scholarships are now open

• Success Assembly

• YMCA Youth Parliament Participation

• Semester 1 Dance Showcase

• Design Processes Students Create Pet Solutions

• Graphic Design Students Showcase Zines

• Pathways to Learning Students Build Interview Skills

• Winter Pop-Up Op Shop

• University Information at Tuggeranong Library

• Bus Timetables Available Ahead of July Network Improvements

• Travel with the right fare using MyWay+ 

• Online Safety Presentations for Parents and Carers

• Thank You to Helping ACT

• Thank You to Lions Club of Kambah

• Thank You to Woolworths

• Legal Aid Support Available at LTC

• Legal Assistance in College

• 2026 School Term Calendar

• 2026 school year Equity Fund now open

• ACT public school term dates

• Free Period Products Available at ACT Schools

• Become a Homestay Host

• Menslink – Supporting Young Men in Canberra

• Parentline ACT

• Blog information

End of Term 2

Thank you to our students, staff and families for a great Term 2. We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable break and look forward to welcoming students back for Term 3 on Tuesday 21 July.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Secondary Scholarships are now open

The ACT Education Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Secondary Scholarships Program is now open for applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students currently in Years 10 and 11.

Applications are made through the Smarty Grants website: Secondary Scholarship Program 2027 – ACT Education Directorate

Applications close on Friday 28 August 2026.

Success Assembly

Students, families and staff came together for our Success Assembly to recognise and celebrate student achievement across the college. The event acknowledged students through three award categories: Learn Awards for academic success, Thrive Awards for students who have thrived in their studies or extra-curricular areas, and Connect Awards for those who have supported others and demonstrated strong citizenship.

Congratulations to all award recipients, and thank you to everyone who joined us in celebrating the achievements of our students.

YMCA Youth Parliament Participation

Congratulations to Thane on his involvement in the YMCA Youth Parliament program. Thane recently attended a Youth Parliament event at Government House, meeting with Her Excellency the Governor-General of Australia and fellow participants from across the ACT.

As part of the program, Thane is working with his peers to develop a Bill that will be tabled and presented at the ACT Legislative Assembly during the upcoming school holidays.

Semester 1 Dance Showcase

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the LTC Semester 1 Dance Showcase. The evening featured original dance works created by our Dance students as their final assessment for the semester, including a range of solo and small‑group compositions developed throughout the term.

We appreciate the support of our students, staff, families and community members who attended the showcase.

Design Processes Students Create Pet Solutions

Year 11 and 12 Design Processes students designed contemporary solutions for pets of different shapes, sizes, breeds and species as part of their major assessment task. Students developed and refined their ideas through cardboard prototyping before using digital fabrication techniques to produce final plywood scale models.

The project encouraged creativity, innovation and design thinking as students worked through each stage of the design process.

Graphic Design Students Showcase Zines

Graphic Design students showcased their major projects at the Lake Tuggeranong College Zine Fair. Throughout the semester, students designed and created original zines, comics and manga, drawing on personal interests, pop culture, storytelling, illustration and graphic design techniques.

It was encouraging to see the college community supporting our young creatives by browsing, reading and taking home these student-made publications. Congratulations to all students for their creativity, hard work and willingness to share their ideas.

Pathways to Learning Students Build Interview Skills

Our Pathways to Learning students partnered with members of the Tuggeranong 55 Plus Club Inc to develop communication and interview skills in preparation for future work experience and employment opportunities. The project began with an informal meet and greet, giving students and volunteers the chance to share interests, life experiences and career journeys. Volunteers later returned to conduct mock interviews, offering students valuable practice in a supportive environment.

Thank you to the volunteers from the Tuggeranong 55 Plus Club for generously sharing their time and experience. The sessions helped students build confidence, strengthen their interview skills and make meaningful connections within the community.

Winter Pop-Up Op Shop

Our Social and Community Work class hosted a Winter Pop-Up Op Shop, bringing students and staff together to support the initiative. The event featured donated clothing, items for purchase, a bake sale, a jelly bean guess, and a sausage sizzle.

Funds raised will help stock the Communities at Work Food Pantry. Remaining clothing will be donated to Vinnies and the Salvos. Thank you to everyone who contributed.

University Information at Tuggeranong Library

Have questions about university? Meet with the University of Canberra team at Tuggeranong Library to learn more about university courses, entry pathways, and choosing the right degree.

Bus Timetables Available Ahead of July Network Improvements

Bus timetables, school information packs and network maps are now available on the Transport Canberra website ahead of bus network improvements starting on Monday 20 July 2026. Improvements include reinstating the Rapid 2 and Rapid 3 to service west Belconnen, increased frequency for Rapid 4, 5 and 6 services, and timing adjustments to a range of school bus services.

These changes follow ongoing monitoring of traffic conditions associated with the Commonwealth Avenue Bridge Renewal project, with stable traffic allowing services crossing the bridge to operate more reliably and efficiently. A detailed summary of all improvements, including school services, is available on the Transport Canberra website or by contacting the Transport Canberra team.

Travel with the right fare using MyWay+ 

Transport Canberra would like to remind students, parents and carers that MyWay+ student concessions are set to expire on Tuesday 30 June 2026, based on predefined concession validity periods. This applies to all MyWay+ concession customers, including those travelling with a registered MyWay+ account and those travelling anonymously. 

If your MyWay+ concession expires and your MyWay+ travel card is not registered, the fare will automatically revert to a full adult fare unless the concession is revalidated. Please note that MyWay+ student concession expiry dates are different from the expiry dates shown on your student ID. 

To continue paying the correct student fare after Tuesday 30 June 2026, create a MyWay+ account, apply your student concessions and link your MyWay+ travel card. A MyWay+ account allows students to stay informed about concession expiry dates, update concession and travel details and ensure the correct fare is applied when travelling. 

MyWay+ also supports more ways to pay for your bus and light rail travel, including the MyWay+ travel card, Mastercard and Visa, printed tickets and the MyWay+ QR code pass.  

Why set up a MyWay+ account? 

A MyWay+ account is the easiest way to manage your student concession and keep paying the discounted fare. It helps you: 

• Manage your student concession so you always travel with the discounted fare 

• Get reminders when your student concession is about to expire (Note: Your account will revert to a standard adult account if the concession is not revalidated.) 

• Top up online anytime or set up auto top‑ups (5% discount on single fares) 

• Track your travel and transaction history, including when you reach the monthly fare cap  

• Order or link your MyWay+ travel card with your student concession applied 

• Manage multiple payment methods in one place 

• Protect your balance if you lose your card 

 Travelling without a MyWay+ account? 

If your concession expires and your card is not registered, your fare will automatically revert to a full adult fare unless your concession is revalidated. You can: 

• Create a MyWay+ account and link your existing card allowing you to keep your balance, receive expiry reminders and reapply your concession online at any time. Once your concession is revalidated through your account, the concession fare will apply to all linked payment methods. 

• Purchase a new MyWay+ travel card (card fee applies) with your concession applied and travel anonymously using the new MyWay+ travel card at the concession fare. You will need to purchase a new discounted or free MyWay+ travel card (depends on your concession eligibility) at a MyWay+ retail outlet each time your card expires. Proof of concession (i.e. a valid student ID card) must be presented at time of purchase. The MyWay+ retail outlets cannot adjust or reapply concession on your existing MyWay+ travel card. 

• Keep using your current card but you will be charged a full adult fare won’t receive expiry reminders. Concessions cannot be reapplied to unregistered cards unless you have a MyWay+ account. 

The recommended option is to set up a MyWay+ account, register your student concession and link your card. 

Support and assistance 

If you require assistance or have further questions, call Transport Canberra on 13 17 10 during business hours.  

Detailed information about MyWay+ including account and app registration, student concession details and tutorial videos is available at www.transport.act.gov.au/mywayplus 

Online Safety Presentations for Parents and Carers

Join our free online webinars to learn online safety foundations for simplifying the digital load.

This session acknowledges that parenting in a connected world brings unique challenges and will look different for every household. Regardless of how much technology is used within your own home, online safety is a critical life skill. You will learn:

• how to empower children with the knowledge to navigate technology safely
• ‘screen time’ alternatives
• building the confidence to seek help when things go wrong
• practical tips for establishing digital habits that protect children now and prepare them for their future.
• more about the Australian social media age restrictions.

Webinar dates:

•  Wednesday 6 May — 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
•  Thursday 7 May — 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm

Register for the webinar

Visit the Parent and Carer Online eSafety Webinar registration page.

Explore past webinars and resources

Access the online eSafety resources for parents and carers.

Thank You to Helping ACT

Thank you to Helping ACT for supporting the LTC Breakfast Club. This program is made possible through your contribution.

Thank You to Lions Club of Kambah

Thank you to the Lions Club of Kambah for donating to the LTC Pantry and for providing funds to help subsidise courses for our students. Your support is greatly appreciated.

Thank You to Woolworths

Thank you to Woolworths for their $250 donation to the LTC Pantry. The pantry provides essential items such as personal care products, ready-to-eat meals and snacks to support our students.

Legal Aid Support Available at LTC

Legal Aid support is available every Friday in the N.E.S.T. Free legal assistance is offered to students and families in the Library from 9:30am to 12:30pm.

Legal Assistance in College

You can get help with any legal concerns including:

· your rights at work

· personal and family safety

· discrimination

· sex and consent

· scams and debts

· car accidents and traffic issues

· cyberbullying

· tenancy

· issues with police.

A lawyer can help by:

· giving legal advice on your specific situation

· representing you when communicating with other organisations

· drafting a letter of demand

· referring you to other services.

2026 School Term Calendar

The 2026 school term calendar has been published on the ACT Government website.

This calendar includes:

• start and end dates for each term
• public holidays
• student-free days.

Download the calendar now to plan for the 2026 school year. 

2026 school year Equity Fund now open

To ease the pressure of back-to-school costs, eligible Canberra families can apply now for 2026 Future of Education Equity Fund payments.

The Equity Fund supports eligible low-income families and independent students from preschool through year 12 with a one-off, annual payment to help cover the costs associated with schooling such as uniforms, sport equipment and activities, tuition and music lessons.

Check your eligibility and find more information about supporting documents on the Equity Fund webpage.

ACT public school term dates

The ACT public school term dates for 2026-2030, including student-free days, are now available on the Education Directorate’s website.

Each year, the first day of every term is a student-free day. We use student-free days for staff development, enabling us to plan in a student-free environment.

Use these dates when planning your future holidays.

Free Period Products Available at ACT Schools

All ACT public schools are stocked with free period products so students can access them no matter their circumstances. This is part of the ACT Government’s commitment to ensuring students feel comfortable and confident within our schools.

Free period products are available at our school’s front office. Students can access them at any time by talking to our helpful front office staff.

Sanitary pads are available from the front offices of primary schools, while pads and tampons are available at the front offices of high schools and colleges.

Because menstruation is a fact of life, we believe free access to period products should be too.

fTo learn more about this equity initiative and other places where free period products are available, please visit: https://www.act.gov.au/community/women/free-period-products

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Become a Homestay Host

Are you interested in broadening your family’s cultural experiences and forming lifelong friendships?

The ACT Education Directorate is seeking Homestay hosts for international students planning to study at an ACT public high school or college.

By becoming a Homestay host, you’ll not only provide a room and meals, but you’ll also welcome a young person into your family and support their growth as they gain new perspectives, confidence, English fluency, and academic and essential life skills.

International students participating in the Homestay program are aged 16 years or above. If you have the time to support a student’s social wellbeing and academic endeavours, and have an interest in other cultures, we would love to hear from you.

A weekly payment will be provided to help cover the costs of living expenses.

Find out more at bit.ly/HomestayCanberra or email ieu@act.gov.au, or call 02 6205 9194.

Menslink – Supporting Young Men in Canberra

Menslink has provided free counselling to young guys throughout the Canberra region for 20+ years.

If your young guy is having a hard time, is anxious, uncertain or fearful of his future and could really use someone to talk to, get in touch!

Our wait times are relatively low so we’re ready to help when your young guy needs it.

We provide a welcoming and supportive environment for young guys to share their concerns and worries and we provide tips and strategies to get them through those tough times that many of them are facing right now.

Menslink Counselling sessions are completely confidential and are available to any young guy aged 10-25. There are no fees or charges, and no limits to the number of sessions. You don’t need a mental health plan and we are available during school terms and school holidays.

Do you think your young guy would really benefit from a counselling session? If so, have a chat with them and head to www.menslink.org.au, hit the ‘Get Help’ button, fill in the form and we’ll get back to you, generally the same or next business day.

If you need more info on how to have that chat with them, just email admin@menslink.org.au or call 6287 2226 and we will send you some information.

Parentline ACT

Parentline ACT offers free and confidential telephone counseling for parents and carers in the Australian Capital Territory. This service provides guidance and assistance on various parenting issues, ensuring you have the support you need with no appointment necessary. Parentline ACT is open on Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. For support, call (02) 6287 3833.

Blog information

Do you have a positive story to share about our students, alumni, staff, or the wider college community?

We’re excited to showcase stories, photos, and artworks on our blog.

Please send your submissions to scott.montoyaval@ed.act.edu.au