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Salisbury Downs SA 5108
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Principal's Report

Tavella_Corey.jpgDear Families,

Official Opening and Blessing of the Faulkner Centre and Gabriel Expansion
A few weeks ago, we proudly celebrated the Official Opening and Blessing of the Faulkner Centre and Gabriel Expansion, marking an exciting milestone in our school’s growth and educational excellence journey. These new facilities reflect our commitment to creating contemporary learning environments that empower our students to Learn More. Live More. Be More.

The Faulkner Centre holds our Year 11 and 12 students, the building features expansive general learning areas and versatile breakout spaces designed to foster both individual and collaborative work. This building was completed and opened in 2020, so it was great being able to finally celebrate and officially bless this building, as it now stands as a testament to our dedication to creating optimal learning environments for our senior students.

The Gabriel Expansion, completed and opened in early 2025, now housing our Year 10 students and connecting three of our major learning areas. As our student numbers continue to grow, this development has significantly enhanced our ability to provide innovative and modern learning experiences.

As part of this celebration, we also commissioned two contemporary artworks by artist Aidan Lee Smith of our building patrons. St Gabriel, the revered Archangel, and Emeritus Archbishop Leonard Faulkner, a dedicated servant of Catholic education. These two figures, though different in their roles, share a mission of spreading the Gospel - a meaningful inspiration for our students as they shape their own futures.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Archbishop Patrick O’Regan, Dr Neil McGoran, Mr John Neate, Ms Debbie Bittoto, Edge Architects, and Partek Builders for bringing these beautiful spaces to life. A special thank you also to Ruth Taylor, Claire May and supporting staff members for organising such a memorable event and to our amazing choir.

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Appointment of new Business Manager at Thomas More College
After a rigorous process and from an excellent field, I am very pleased to announce Tracie Dawber as our new Business Manager. Tracie has excellent qualifications and outstanding experience across a variety of roles. These include:

  • General Manager, Corporate Services - Campbeltown City Council
  • Finance Director - Calvary North Adelaide & Central Districts Hospital
  • Associate Director Finance & Procurement - Adelaide City Council
  • Associate Director of Commercial - City of Adelaide
  • Director of Finance - Statewide Clinical Support Services
  • Business Performance & Continuity Manager - SA Pathology (SA Health)
  • Manager, Shared Services SA - Department of Treasury & Finance

Tracie spoke powerfully about a key element of this role: a deep appreciation for Catholic Education, partly due to her son and daughter’s experience at Catholic Schools. She is connected to the Catholic Ethos and wants to play a part in leading it. She was attracted to TMC for this ethos and our diversity which she has become aware of.

We again wish our outgoing Business Manager, Brian Trumble, well as he relocates back to Melbourne this week. It has been great to have Brian work with Tracie over this week to ensure that our school does not miss a beat.

Take care,

Corey Tavella
Principal