Foundation Day full of festivities

By Emily Donohoe and Jordan Townrow

Mar 27, 2025

Judd Morgan, Xander Eldridge and Blake Shandley. Photos: Jordan Townrow. Photo by JORDAN TOWNROW

On Friday, March 21, St Joseph’s College, Echuca students embraced Foundation Day, enjoying a range of activities at the Brigidine campus.

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The day marks 139 years since the Brigidine Sisters established the school, then known as Brigidine Convent High School.

Maia Allen, Audrey Giorgianni and Poppy Coombs. Photo by JORDAN TOWNROW

Beginning with eight pupils in 1886 at the Brigidine convent parlour, there are now almost 1200 students who attend the college across its two campuses.

In celebration of the anniversary, students hosted a mini market and games day, enjoying activities together and fundraising for Wellsprings for Women.