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.
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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.
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Anniversary Highlights - March 27-29, 2026
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A vibrant student celebration at Brigidine Campus​
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Guided College and township heritage tours
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Light Luncheon and formal opening of the restored Brigidine Courtyard, followed by a campus tour
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A formal Anniversary Dinner at Brigidine Campus
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A special Mass at St Mary's Parish
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These events will unite Brigidine Sisters, alumni, staff, students, families and the wider community to honour the past and celebrate the future.
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​Sponsorship Opportunities:
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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 milestong. 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:​
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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.
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Alumni Sponsorship Opportunities​:
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$500
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$200
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$100
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All sponsorship contributions are tax-deductible and can be deposited into the following NAB bank account.
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BSB: 083 543
Account: 47 56 59 722
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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:
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Cheryle Ryan - cryan@sje.vic.edu.au
James McDougall - jmcdeougall@sje.vic.edu.au
140th Anniversary
'Giving Back'
Tuition Fees Giveaway
Win a Year of Free Tuition in 2026!
In 2026, St Joseph's College will celebrate 140 years of faith, learning and community. To mark this very special milestone, we are excited to launch our 'Giving Back' Tuition Fees Giveaway, offering one lucky student the chance to receive a full year of free tuition in 2026!
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The giveaway is a fundraiser with a purpose – a way for our school to give back while also supporting future generations of students.
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Who Can Enter?
The giveaway is open to everyone! Parents, grandparents, alumni and community members can purchase a ticket for a student in their family or for a student of their choosing.
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Key Dates:
Ticket Sales: Open Thursday 11 September, 2025. Close 5pm Wednesday 3 December, 2025.
Winner Announced: Thursday 4 December, 2025, in a live draw at our end of year Awards Night.
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Be part of this special milestone and help us kick-start the celebrations of 140 years of excellence at our proud and historic school!
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To purchase a ticket, click on the button below.
For more information contact us on 5482 2577.
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