Stage Three and our Japanese visitors went to Australiana Pioneer Village.
We were able to see what life was like in Australia over 100 years ago. It was a wonderful experience for the Japanese students and their teachers, as well as for OLA. We watched a cheeky sheep being shorn and received some of her wool to bring back with us. Caroline, the sheep shearer, also showed us how she could spin wool!
For the rest of the day, we split into six groups and explored the rest of the village. This included meeting (and feeding) some very friendly goats and visiting an olden day bank, blacksmith and barber. We sat in an old primary school where we wrote on slates with chalk. We were also lucky enough to have a ride on the horse and carriage and around the train track, too!
Towards the end of the day we were able to purchase sweets or souvenirs to bring back with us. There were many excited children! Many of the students are looking forward to visiting the Pioneer Village with their families. It was a wonderful day for us all.
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30 Oct 2026
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Today we celebrate and thank the incredible teachers and staff at OLA for the dedication, care and commitment they show to our students each and every day. Thank you for the difference you make in the lives of our children and families through your passion, expertise and support. A special thank you to our school leaders for leading us in prayer as we celebrated World Teachers' Day, reminding us of the important role teachers play in shaping young lives. We also extend our sincere thanks to our wonderful P&F for providing a delicious morning tea and helping make the day so special. Today, we shine a light on our amazing teachers and staff and all that they do!
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