Inlet Views Newsletter

Issue 2, 2026

A WA College of Agriculture Denmark publication.

In this issue

Welcome to the latest edition of Inlet Views News, where we bring you the latest updates, stories, and events from WA College of Agriculture Denmark.

Our Regulars

Principal - Michele Walker
Deputy Principal - Alf Mungioli
Corporate Services & Upcoming Events
Trades & Training - Mark Boynton
Student Services - Brad Woodruff
Farm - Kevin Marshall
Residential - John Overton
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In the Spotlight

Peaceful Bay Camp
Year 10 Science

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Michele Walker

College Principal

It’s been an exceptionally busy term!

As we move through what has been an exceptionally busy and rewarding term at WACOA Denmark, it has been wonderful to see our students engaging so positively in a wide range of learning opportunities, events and celebrations across the College.

Our Year 12 students are certainly embracing their final year, proudly wearing their leavers’ jumpers. They look fantastic and represent the strong sense of pride and belonging that comes with being part of our college community.

Our Year 10 students recently had the opportunity to attend the Peaceful Bay camp, an experience designed to strengthen connections with peers, build relationships and further develop teamwork skills. Camps such as this play an important role in supporting student wellbeing and fostering positive peer relationships.

We were also extremely proud of the students who represented the college at Wagin Woolorama. Once again, WACOA Denmark students showcased their skills, professionalism and passion for agriculture, walking away with several awards. Their efforts and achievements reflect both their hard work and the dedication of staff who support these valuable learning experiences.

In addition, our Year 11 and 12 students participated in the University Tour, broadening their understanding of the wide range of agricultural industry pathways available at a tertiary level. These experiences are invaluable in helping students make informed decisions about their future study and career options.

Our College farm activities have also been a significant highlight this term. We are coming to the end of our first calving for the year, providing students with hands-on learning opportunities and real-world experience. Students have thoroughly enjoyed interacting with and feeding the Friesian cattle, as well as learning to safely operate agricultural machinery under staff supervision. We also recently celebrated a successful grape harvest, further showcasing the diverse agricultural programs available to our students and the strong practical focus of learning at the College.

The College Ball was another highlight of the term and a truly fantastic event. It was wonderful to see students enjoying a formal evening together, celebrating friendships and creating lasting memories.

We are also delighted to share that our history wall celebrating the 1940s and 1950s has now been completed and is proudly displayed in the dining hall. This project honours the rich history of our College, with plans already underway to continue adding displays for each decade. A sincere thank you is extended to our Old Collegians for their support and contributions to this initiative.

As always, we continue to closely monitor students’ academic progress. Progress reports will be released at the end of term, and families will receive information on how to book interviews with your child’s teachers. These conversations provide an important opportunity to discuss learning progress and set goals for the remainder of the year.

Thank you for your continued support of WACOA Denmark. It has been a busy term, but one filled with outstanding achievements, meaningful experiences and strong community connections.

Alf Mungioli

Deputy Principal

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A very positive start

Seeing the Year 10 students and new Year 11 students arrive and commence their first day was similar to watching Pre-Primary students on their first day of school. There was a mix of emotions, including eagerness, nervousness and excitement about starting a new chapter. Most students have settled in well and are engaging positively with the variety of dynamic programs on offer.

Corporate Services

2026 Contributions, Fees & Charges Handbook

The 2026 version of our handbooks were released in November 2025 and can be downloaded here.

Looking for a College document, form or policy?

Our website is always being updated with the latest information.

Student Allowances

The following student allowances are now available:

  • Boarding Away from Home Allowance - Agricultural Special Subsidy - $1,461

  • Boarding Away from Home Allowance - Assistance for Isolated Children - $1,461

  • Secondary Assistance Scheme - $235 Education Program Allowance, $115 Clothing Allowance

For full eligibility criteria and application forms, visit our Financial Assistance page.

Did you know you can enter attendance notes in Compass?

If your child is going to be away from school or has been marked not present without an explanation, you will need to add an Attendance Note.

Use of General Email Addresses

In this time of staffing changes and staff leave, it is important to remember when emailing the College to use one of our general contact email addresses. This is to ensure your query will be dealt with efficiently by the correct team.

Our contacts are:

denmark.wacoa@education.wa.edu.au
for all general queries, complaints, and feedback.

denmark.wacoa.adminstaff@education.wa.edu.au
for all queries relating to students including attendance, excursions, appointments, and any other front office query.

denmark.wacoa.finance@education.wa.edu.au
for all queries relating to student billing, subsidies, allowances, payment plans, accounts payable and accounts receivable.

Upcoming events

Whilst every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the above information, please refer to the Compass calendar for the most up-to-date details.

Jess Lewis

Program Coordinator
Teaching & Learning

A very positive start

Seeing the Year 10 students and new Year 11 students arrive and commence their first day was similar to watching Pre-Primary students on their first day of school. There was a mix of emotions, including eagerness, nervousness and excitement about starting a new chapter. Most students have settled in well and are engaging positively with the variety of dynamic programs on offer.

Mark Boynton

Program Coordinator
Trades & Training

A very positive start

Seeing the Year 10 students and new Year 11 students arrive and commence their first day was similar to watching Pre-Primary students on their first day of school. There was a mix of emotions, including eagerness, nervousness and excitement about starting a new chapter. Most students have settled in well and are engaging positively with the variety of dynamic programs on offer.

Brad Woodruff

Program Coordinator
Student Services

A very positive start

Seeing the Year 10 students and new Year 11 students arrive and commence their first day was similar to watching Pre-Primary students on their first day of school. There was a mix of emotions, including eagerness, nervousness and excitement about starting a new chapter. Most students have settled in well and are engaging positively with the variety of dynamic programs on offer.

Kevin Marshall

Farm Manager

A very positive start

Seeing the Year 10 students and new Year 11 students arrive and commence their first day was similar to watching Pre-Primary students on their first day of school. There was a mix of emotions, including eagerness, nervousness and excitement about starting a new chapter. Most students have settled in well and are engaging positively with the variety of dynamic programs on offer.

John Overton

Residential Manager

A very positive start

Seeing the Year 10 students and new Year 11 students arrive and commence their first day was similar to watching Pre-Primary students on their first day of school. There was a mix of emotions, including eagerness, nervousness and excitement about starting a new chapter. Most students have settled in well and are engaging positively with the variety of dynamic programs on offer.

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