From Classroom to Cattle: Georgia's Experience at Beef Week 2024

Downlands Senior Japanese language students create lifelong memories and immerse themselves in culture during an unforgettable 2025 tour. Our Senior Japanese language students have returned from the 2025 Downlands Japan Tour, an excursion that offered deep cultural immersion and a chance to sharpen their language skills. This unique opportunity allowed students to step beyond the classroom and experience the beauty and diversity of Japanese life firsthand. Downlands students, Evy and Ivy, shared their reflections on the trip. "As Senior Japanese students, we feel very privileged to have been a part of the 2025 Downlands Japan Tour," they said. "It was not only an immersive cultural experience, but an opportunity to make connections with both our own peers and the students of Fukuyama High School. Engaging with the daily lives of Japanese students our own age gave us a once-in-a-lifetime experience that we will never forget. Their kindness towards us is held close to our hearts." The tour offered a perfect blend of traditional and modern Japan. Students participated in serene tea ceremonies and soaked in the beauty of ancient temples. They also experienced the thrill of Universal Studios and soaked in the energy of bustling Tokyo. Evy and Ivy noted it was "nothing short of phenomenal," giving them a feel for Japan "through both traditional and modern lenses." Beyond the cultural highlights, the tour fostered a strong sense of camaraderie. The trip allowed students across different year levels to form new friendships. Evy and Ivy expressed gratitude for the dedicated Downlands teachers who guided them through Japan's busy streets and train stations, ensuring a safe and connected group. "It could never have been the same without our teachers with us all the way," they shared. "The memories we made travelling across Japan will be memories we have for a lifetime." The 2025 Downlands Japan Tour was an immersive experience that deepened our students’ appreciation for Japanese culture and created lasting bonds. At Downlands College, we are proud to offer enriching opportunities like this that extend learning beyond the classroom. From international tours to co-curricular programs, our students gain real-world insights and personal growth through experiences they’ll cherish for years to come. We are incredibly proud of our students for embracing this opportunity with open hearts and minds. We look forward to seeing how this experience shapes their futures.

A wedding you'll remember forever. On the eve of her wedding, Sophie, a spirited young woman, embarks on a quest to uncover the identity of her father. Her search brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited two decades ago, setting the stage for unexpected reunions and joyful chaos. Powered by ABBA’s timeless hits, this enchanting story celebrates love, laughter, and friendship in a way that audiences never forget. With a vibrant cast, dazzling dance numbers, and non-stop humour, Mamma Mia! delivers an unforgettable theatrical experience. It’s a feel-good journey filled with music that will have you singing along and dancing in your seat. A mother. A daughter. Three possible dads. And a wedding you’ll remember forever—this smash-hit musical is pure entertainment from start to finish! DATE & TIME Friday 29 May (7pm) & Saturday 30 May (1:30pm & 7pm) LOCATION The Empire Theatre, 54-56 Neil Street, Toowoomba City QLD 4350 PRICES Empire Theatre Cardholder: $35.00 Adult: $45.00 Concession: $35.00 Child U15: $35.00 Groups 6+: $35.00 *a fee of $5 applies per transaction for online bookings.