The Cornish College Bulletins were sent to interested community members to keep everyone informed of the frequent developments and processes required in establishing the new college. It was also accessible via 'Facebook' with feeds on 'Twitter'.

After the lack of transparency from the St Leonard's Board, the new Cornish College was determined to be as open and inclusive as possible, thereby keeping everyone informed on a regular basis.

Sixteen bulletins (emails) consisting of 81 printed colour pages in total.

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Crosslight issue number 225, September 2012. Crosslight is a monthly newspaper published by the Uniting Church in Australia, Synod of Victoria and Tasmania.

The article described the College's growth during the first eight months of operation. The college Principal, Mr Kerry Bolger described the school's philosophy, a range of activities and community involvement.

A half page article on page 19 of the UCA newspaper 'Crosslight' written by Megan Graham. A colour photo of ELC3 students playing in the grass taken by ELC Director Kirsten Liljegren.

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The Inaugural Cornish College Cocktail Party was held on Friday 16 Dec 2011, on the lawn outside the Sustainability Centre overlooking the lake.

It was held on the day when the transfer of land title of Cornish Campus to Cornish College happened i.e. the first official day of Cornish College.

Two A4 colour printed pages sent as an email to Michael and Pam Sutton. A photo of the school lake is on the top section of the page, followed by the invitation to attend, listing date, time, venue, dress and ticket cost. The school logo is on the right hand side.

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'The Pirates of the Curry Bean' was performed by the Primary students on Thursday 6 and Friday 7 September 2012, under the direction of Mrs Marilyn Cameron, Head of Music.

This was the first musical performed by students of Cornish College.

Printed in colour on both sides of heavy A3 paper. Decorated with seven student drawings. Contains a synopsis, list of scenes, songs, cast and characters in the centre pages, printed over a drawing. The back page contains thank-yous to those who helped with the production and a list of the backstage and FOH crew.

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The enrolment form used by Cornish College in 2012. It displays the ABN - 42926419181 and the web address (.vic.edu.au) which means it was printed after VRQA registration was completed.

Completed enrolment forms were required to be lodged with a $75 non-refundable fee. ELC enrolments also required a $1000 non-refundable deposit to Prep fees.

Printed in colour on both sides of heavy A3 paper. College emblem in top right corner, Uniting Church of Australia symbol at the bottom corner.

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Made in 2012 and sold as a fundraiser for $5 each.

The background colour was changed to white so that the logo would stand out better. The original blue car stickers did not stay waterproofed for long. The College web address was also amended as it was no longer an organisation.

A car bumper printed in colour\. A white background with the Cornish College logo, motto, name and website.

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For the month of September, Cornish College was featured. The students were from the 2011 ELC3 group which shows them playing in the grass.The photo was taken by ELC Director Kirsten Liljegren.

'Future graduates of Cornish College relish in the campus' rebirth' describes the photograph. As part of the Uniting Church, Cornish College was included in the 2012 calendar.

A4 14 page calendar with sepia beach photo on cover. Uniting Church logo in top right hand corner. White writing in bottom section. Each month has a colour photograph, quote and dates.

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The photos were taken on Tuesday 31 July 2012 on a foggy morning. There are twelve class photos from ELC 3 to Year 9. There are six School Leader photos, one House and Sport Captains photo, one Student Council photo and one Staff photo.

This is the first album of official photographs for Cornish College.

A4 spiral bound book with twenty-one class, leadership and staff photos. The spiral is blue. A plastic cover protects the cover page. The college logo is in the top right hand corner.

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The first Years 9 and 10 Breadth Studies Course Guide. It lists the subjects offered in 2013 and details the subject content. It also includes a Preference Form for the students to fill in.

2013 was the first year that Year 10 was offered at Cornish College.

An A5 booklet with a navy and red watermarked design including the school logo in bottom right hand corner. Twenty-two pages in length.

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The second price list for the new Uniform shop. It also contains the College "Uniform Policy" explianing the requirements of clothing, hair styling. jewellery and make-up for students during College hours.

As the registration with the VRQA had been finalised, the Price List shows the updated contact details for the College which was no longer an organisation but an educational facility.

An A4 sheet folded into three parts ( 21 cms x 10 cms ). Printed in colour on both sides.

School logo on front.

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Made in 2011 and distributed to the College community to help promote the College.

The brochure lists the College website as “www.cornishcollege.org” which was used until VRQA registration was completed. After the College opened in 2012 the web address became “www.cornishcollege.vic.edu.au”

A car bumper sticker printed in colour. A light blue background with the Cornish College logo, motto, name and website.

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The first price list of the new uniform shop. It also contains the College "Uniform Policy" explianing the requirements of clothing, hair styling. jewellery and make-up for students during College hours.

The brochure lists the College website as “www.cornishcollege.org” which was used until VRQA registration was completed. After the College opened in 2012 the web address became “www.cornishcollege.vic.edu.au”

An A4 sheet folded into three parts (21 cms x 10 cms) printed in colour on both sides.

School logo on front.

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The first brochure produced by the Cornish Project Committee, soon after agreement was reached with St leonard's for the purchase of the property. 45,000 brochures were printed and distributed by volunteers throughout suburbs around the College, to as far afield as Beaumaris, Hampton & Lyndhurst.

The brochure lists the College website as “www.cornishcollege.org” which was used until VRQA registration was completed. After the College opened in 2012 the web address became “www.cornishcollege.vic.edu.au”

A brochure printed in colour of on both sides of glossy paper folded to A4.

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A programme listing the times of the various events at the Cornish Campus Celebration held on Saturday 26/11/2011 from 3:00pm to 9:00pm. Includes the words for the song, 'In This Place' which was sung during the celebration and a list of acknowledgements for people who helped make the day possible. The day was enjoyed by all who attended depite the frequent showers which meant the group photo had to be taken in the gym instead of out on the oval.

A day to celebrate the achievements of the Cornish Campus of St Leonard's College. A time to reminisce and catch up with past students, staff and families, a few days before the final closure of the campus.

An A4 sheet printed in colour on both sides.

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The first Annual Church Service of Cornish College. Held at 7.30 pm on Wednesday 21 March 2012 at High Street Uniting Church, Frankston

The Annual Church Service is a time for the staff, students and their families and friends to come together for Worship. The inaugural service was led by the Chairperson of the College Council Reverend Dr Robert Johnson at his parish church in Frankston

An A4 sheet folded to A5, printed in colour on both sides.

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Printed to advertise the official opening of Cornish College to the wider community and invite people to attend.

Advertising an important day for both the Uniting Church in Australia and the Cornish College.

An A4 colour poster on glossy paper. With the Uniting Church symbol in the top left corner and the Cornish College emblem in the top right corner.

Grand Opening Sunday 12 February 2012

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The portrait was commissioned by St Leonard's College in 1989. Mr Cornish sat for the artist in his office dressed in his cap and gown. Initially the portrait was hung in the main school hall, before being moved to the Cornish Campus in the mid 1990's.

Richard Burnet Cornish was principal of St Leonard's College from January 1971 to October 1989. He was a dreamer, a driver, a doer and a visionary leader who purchased the land for Cornish Campus in July 1981 and presided at the official opening in February 1987. Another of his achievements was the introduction of the International Baccalaureate for year 11 and 12 students in 1982.

An oil painting of Richard Cornish in accademic gown in 1989, his last year as principal.

Signed by the artist "Stanley Ballard '89"

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Designed by Dave Clark in mid 2011 as part of his project to design all the emblems, logos, letterheads and visual branding for the College prior to it's opening. The flag of Cornish College, which flies alongside the Australian flag in front of the general office.

The first flag of Cornish College, displaying our College emblem which proudly proclaims our commitment to educating students to live sustainable lives. A visual welcome to the college community and visitors as they drive into the college.

A white polyester flag with the college emblem printed on it.

The college emblem,a crest including our motto "MAKE A DIFFERENCE" above the words "CORNISH COLLEGE"

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With much fanfare and anticipation the Grand Opening of Cornish College was held on Sunday the 12 February 2012. The hall was filled to capacity. It commenced with a Welcome by Rev Dr Robert Johnson, the Welcome to Country, National Anthem and Official Opening and Unveiling of the Plaque. This was then followed by a Musical Item, the dedication of College and Commissioning of the Leaders, a Visual Presentation and short speech by the Reverend David Pargeter. Next was a Musical Item and The Principal, Mr Kerry Bolger's Address. Then the Benediction.

White brochure printed on both sides of glossy, heavy A4 paper, folded to A5 size. With a teal upper 10mm border and a black lower 10 mm border. 15mm below upper border is the Cornish College emblem, followed by Cornish College name

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Mr Mark Dreyfus, Member for Isaacs, gave a speech in the House of Representatives on Thursday 16 February 2012, after attending the official opening ceremony on Sunday 12 February 2012.

He spoke about the closing of St Leonard's Cornish Campus in 2011, the community determination and achievement in establishing a new school and of Richard B. Cornish and his vision for the future. He also thanked Mr Kerry Bolger, the principal elect and the four student leaders, Robbie Boag, Georgia Bell, Kathleen Kiddell and Eliza Wilton.

Two page document with the Australian Coat of Arms at the top of page one and a graphic of Parliament House underneath. Page two contains a speech by Mr Mark Dreyfus, Member for Isaacs dated Thursday 16/02/2012.

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