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St Joseph's College 140th Anniversary - 2026

St Joseph's College Echuca will celebrate a remarkable milestone in 2026 - our 140th anniversary.

This historic occasion provides a meaningful opportunity to honour the legacy of the Brigidine Sisters in Australia, celebrate our vibrant community, and reflect on the enduring impact of our College over more than a century.

Our official birthday will be on Sunday 22 March, and we will be celebrating the anniversary with a full weekend of highlights on March 27-29.

Anniversary Highlights - March 27-29, 2026

A vibrant student celebration at Brigidine Campus
Guided College tours
A formal Gala Dinner at Brigidine Campus
A special Mass at St Mary's Parish

These events will unite Brigidine Sisters, alumni, staff, students, families and the wider community to honour the past and celebrate the future.

Sponsorship Opportunities:

To help bring this vision to life and ensure our 140th anniversary is a truly memorable celebration, we're offering our valued community and business partners a unique opportunity to be part of this historic milestone. By joining us as a sponsor, you will play a key role in honouring our rich heritage while supporting the continued growth and success of St Joseph's College.

Business/Commnity Sponsorship Opportunities:

Platinum Sponsor – $15,000
Premier logo placement on event materials, dedicated spotlight during anniversary dinner, VIP invitations, and premier recognition in press releases, social media and website.
Gold Sponsor – $10,000
Prominent logo placement across event materials and media, VIP invitations, and formal recognition throughout the anniversary weekend.
Silver Sponsor – $5,000
Logo inclusion in printed programs, digital platforms and event signage.
Bronze Sponsor – $2,000
Name recognition in printed materials and event acknowledgements.

Alumni Sponsorship Opportunities:

$500
$200
$100

All sponsorship contributions are tax-deductible and can be deposited into the following NAB bank account:

BSB: 083 543

Account: 47 56 59 722

A formal receipt will be provided for your records upon confirmation of your sponsorship.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss further, please contact:

Cheryle Ryan - cryan@sje.vic.edu.au

James McDougall - jmcdougall@sje.vic.edu.au

140th Anniversary

Anniversary Weekend

Join in the Celebration: 27-29 March 2026

In 2026, St Joseph's College will celebrate 140 years of faith, learning and community. This significant milestone provides an important opportunity for us all to reflect on the enduring contribution of our College, honour the legacy of the Brigidine Sisters, and acknowledge the strong partnerships that have supported generations of young people to learn and grow.

ORDER OF EVENTS

Friday 27 March

Foundation Day Liturgy & Market Stalls (Staff & Students Only)

Saturday 28 March

Guided Campus Tours at 10am, 11.30am & 1pm
Brigidine Remembrance Ritual lead by Sr Cecilia Merrigan - 2.30pm (Echuca Cemetery, Homan St)
Gala Dinner at 6pm (21 Dickson St, Echuca)

Sunday 29