Congratulations to five ACT Catholic primary school students who were recently honoured by the Fred Hollows Foundation. Each year, the Fred Hollows Humanity Award celebrates Year 6 students who display qualities of kindness, compassion and integrity. Recipients are recognised for their dedication and commitment to making positive changes within their communities.

Ava Brassil (St Jude’s Primary School, Holder), Mischa Warwick (St Michael’s Primary School, Kaleen), Harry Labouchardiere (Good Shepherd Primary School, Amaroo) and Veronika Rover (Holy Trinity Primary School, Curtin) were recipients of this prestigious award.

Abigail Van Ballegooyen (Holy Trinity Primary School, Curtin) was also acknowledged in the ceremony as ‘Highly Commended.’

“It is so wonderful to recognise and celebrate our students who display qualities of integrity, compassion and kindness,” said Phillipa Brearley, Principal of Holy Trinity Primary School, Curtin. “It is their contribution that truly makes a positive difference to our school and the wider community.”