On the 16 th of February before the sun had risen, nine grade 6 students departed from
Trafalgar station towards Melbourne to attend the National Youth Leader’s day in Melbourne
at the Royal Exhibition Centre.
National Young Leader’s Day is an exciting opportunity for students in grade 6 and 12 across
Australia to listen to personalities speak about what it takes to become a leader. This year
our students heard from memory champion Anastasia Woolmer, Ninja-Warrior winner Bryson
Klein, Matilda’s goalkeeper and ex-captain Melissa Barbieri and weather reporter Jane
Bunn. Each speaker shared their wisdom about leadership, from overcoming social barriers,
to treating people with respect, and the importance of developing resilience.
Our grade 6 students had a great time, reflecting positively on the quality of the speakers
and the excitement of travelling and navigating inner-Melbourne. For more information on
the event, please visit www.halogen.org.au.