Tambrey Primary School P&C Meeting Minutes
Date:
2 June, 2015
Present:
Maxine Trainer, Troy Withers, Nicole Storey, Sue-Ann Scobie, Aaron Bruce, Kylie Miller, Anne-Marie Horn, Ceanne England, Anrie Oosthuizen, Amy
Pilkington, Bianca Gibbs, Briony Aston
Apologies:
Stuart Dale, Darren & Lyn Gillon, Stacey Oxley
Meeting opened:
7.30pm
Action Required / Person Responsible
Due date
1. CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING:
Accepted by: Amy Pilkington
Seconded by: Maxine Trainer
2. BUSINESS ARISING FROM PREVIOUS MEETING MINUTES:
Stuart has had a few people offer assistance with materials for playground equipment, and will keep
Kylie Miller on behalf of Stuart Dale
working at getting some of the ideas made.
3. CORRESPONDENCE:
In Correspondence
Out Correspondence
Anne-Marie Horn
Westpac Bank Statements
P&C Post – May 2015
ATO payment
WACSSO – P&C Training
4. REPORTS:
4.1 Presidents Report
Firstly, apologies for my absence, it wasn’t planned but an opportunity arose for some family time
Prewritten by Stuart Dale
away from Karratha, so we have disappeared this morning.
The fun run has been and gone. I sent off the prize requests this morning, so am hoping they get back
here before the end of term to be dispersed. I was extremely happy with the parent support, the
teacher’s participation and the student’s response on the day, and with fundraising. We managed to
raise considerably more money this year than the last couple, $14,000 to $15,000; which I think is a
reflection on how well the school is travelling.
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I have attached a rough estimate of how much each class raised, the number of students participating
and how much we should approximately expect back to class. In this evenings general business I
would ask the P&C members to make a decision as to how to disperse these funds. I would like to
see them go straight back to the classroom teachers, so that they can purchase things and the kids
can see where their fundraising dollars go. This I think would make them most happy and also reward
them for pushing the fundraising as hard as they obviously did.
It would be remiss of me not to thank Briony Aston before she leaves town, and if she is present
tonight, my apologies Briony, but hope to see you upon my return. Briony has done more time on the
P&C than me, and has done a heap of work and fundraising over the years that has made my job a
lot easier and has been very much appreciated. Thank you and all the best in Darwin.
With no further events for this term planned, and only two minor events next term (athletics carnival
and learning journey), we probably need to start thinking of other ways to raise some more funds to
pay for the fan in the undercover area. Open to suggestions, and happy to work through any
possibilities with anyone who has any ideas before the next meeting.
4.2 Treasurer’s Report
Main Account
$ 51,720.23
Library Account $ 138.02
Canteen Account $ 7,292.61
4.3 Uniform Shop Report
No news.
4.4 Canteen Report
Last day for canteen operation for Term 2 will be Wednesday 24 June. Anne-Marie will be a leave. A
draft version on Term 3 menu was passed around. Everyone was happy with the new specials and
new selection of recess items. Canteen will open Term 3 Wednesday 22 July. Anne-Marie has offered
the canteen to the P&C for a fundraising event ie. Hot dog day.
4.5 Principal’s Report
I am very proud of the students, staff and parents of our school. There is a very positive atmosphere in
classrooms, out in the playground and in the wider community. This is a credit to each and every one
who calls Tambrey “My School,” and you should all take a bow. There is always room for improvement
and I encourage everyone to reach for the stars, remember our motto – With Excellence and Equity,
and wear our uniform with pride.
NAPLAN
Year Three and Five students recently completed their NAPLAN assessments. While it will be
interesting to see their results later in the year, from all reports everyone tried their best to demonstrate
their achievement against what they are expected to know of the Australian Curriculum. As well as
Stuart Dale / Anne-Marie Horn
Maxine Trainer
Anne-Marie Horn
Troy Withers
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individual student results, we get valuable whole school data that helps guide our planning at all levels;
strategic, operational and classroom. It is what it is and I am very glad that the hype that can sometimes
surround NAPLAN has been kept to a minimum with children simply encouraged to do their best and
reminded that everyone shines in unique and special ways.
Book fair and National Simultaneous Storytime
Library and Information Week was held last week which included The Book Fair and National
Simultaneous Storytime. Our special guest readers of the hilarious The Brothers Quibble by Aaron
Blabey include Mayor Peter Long, Daphne Trevurza from the Smith Family and yours truly. Thank go
to Ashlen Taylor our library officer who has coordinated these events.
A huge thank you to Ashlen in particular for organising this event. The book fair takings were close to
$4 000 and the commission was close to $1 000.
Fun run and National Walk Safely to School Day
The P&C Fun Run fundraiser coincided with National Walk Safely to School Day on Friday 22 May.
There was a great turn out of parents and friends.
A huge thank you to Stuart in particular for the P&C support of this fundraiser. The total raised is close
to $10 000!
Cross-County postponement
Due to waterlogged Pindan and possible showers, the decision was made to postpone the crosscountry event until this Friday 5 June. While it was disappointing to have to postpone, in the interests
of health and safety, it was a necessary one. I appreciate everyone’s understanding.
Student Reports
Student reports will be sent home in the last week of school this term. Our teachers invest a great deal
of time and effort into providing very detailed reports outlining your child’s progress. At Tambrey, we
value both academic and social development. When reading your child’s report parents should consider
all of this information. Our reports show academic progress against what is expected for students at
this time of the year; the social information outlines your child’s efforts and attitudes towards school this is very important information. Be sure to discuss your child’s report with them as this shows your
interest in their education and also gives a great opportunity to offer praise and support.
Attendance
I am very pleased to acknowledge the successful efforts of our school staff to work collaboratively with
families to improve student attendance. Mrs Kerry Mallard, Mrs Latoyia Geary and Mrs Di Hall are to
be commended. Congratulations to those students and families who have improved their attendance
this term. Keep it up. Every day at school matters.
School Security
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We often see evidence of vandalism of our school on Monday mornings. This is very disappointing.
Presence on school grounds after hours without permission is trespassing. It is against the law. The
vandalism is costing us money that we could better spend on education. No one should be playing on
school equipment, traveling through or loitering on school grounds after hours. If you do notice people
on school grounds out of school hours please do not approach them. Instead, please call the local
Police or Education Security on 9264 4632 and they will call security patrols to investigate.
Staff changes
John Balfour is soon to join the team in the role of education assistant supporting the Yr 3-6 students
as risk.
With Briony Aston’s last day this year with us last week, we welcome Anna-Marie Oosthuizen to kindy
while a staffing process is being run.
Leave
Please let the school know in writing if you child/ren will be absent from school for holidays that don’t
fall in the designated school holiday period.
5. GENERAL BUSINESS
WACSSO P&C Training Sessions
Anne-Marie Horn
WACSSO have sent information to Tambrey P&C regarding training sessions being held in the
Pilbara. Anne-Marie has emailed all the details to all members. There is two training sessions, giving
flexibility for members to attend either session. Monday 22 June 6.30pm – 9 at Dampier PS and
Tuesday 23 June 9am -11.30 at Baynton West PS. Anne-Marie will be attending the Monday session
at Dampier PS, Troy has also stated that he will be attending this session also. Members need to
RSVP if they would like to attend either.
Fun Run Money/Funds
Kylie Miller / Stuart Dale
After some discussion the present members at the meeting agreed unanimously that all funds raised
will go towards the whole school. Teachers will be asked to collaborate together with either there
corresponding Year teachers or work in Blocks or as a whole school. Sport and Science area to put in
requests also. Troy and Stuart will talk regarding the teacher request form. The forms will be sent to
teachers and then to be returned to Troy. Troy will look at what is being requested, and see what the
school can fulfil from their budget and what can be asked from the P&C.
Fundraising Ideas
 Briony suggested a Xmas Raffle. Ask each class to donate a particular item to make up raffle
baskets.
 Kylie mentioned raffling off a staff carpark bay where the winner will be able to park and do
drop off / pickup from that bay. Troy said there isn’t enough staff parking bays as it is, and
believe it might cause some friction with staff.
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
Sue-Ann suggested having a drink stand at markets or events. Asking parents to donate
cans of soft drink and selling them at these events. No out of pocket expense for P&C, all
profit. Anne-Marie said that idea would be great for the upcoming P&C events; faction
carnival, learning journey and disco. Anne-Marie said we needed to find when all the
markets are all on and what the cost is to hold a store.
 Ceanne suggested doing the moonrise cinema catering.
 Amy suggested that Harvey Norman are looking for people to run the sausage sizzle. This is
a community event and held out of school hours where working weekday parents can help
and also get the students involved.
 Xmas wrapping in shopping centre. Not many schools offer to do this service. More
profitable when the ‘post n pack’ period is happening.
 Kylie suggested a food festival at Tambrey. Offering a variety of food staffs instead of having
a fate.
Quiz Night
Year 6 fundraiser will be happening on Saturday 20 June, 2015. Tickets are $15 each and $120 for
table of 8. Bianca has applied for liquor license; which has been approved. Apex will run the bar.
Silent auction happening. Funds raised will be going towards extra activity at camp, graduation and
disco after graduation, graduation present and end of year pool party. BYO food, beef and gravy rolls
will be available to be purchased on the night. No BYO alcohol. A range of alcohol and soft drinks will
be available on the night. Ceanne has offered to donate rolls for the night. Tickets sales begin June 3.
Stationary Supply 2016
Maxine asked the P&C if we would like to use OfficeMax as preferred supplier for 2016 stationary
supplier. Tambrey will not be getting the free delivery this year. Troy asked if there was anyone local
we could use. Anne-Marie said that we could approach Office National for new quotes. Committee
members agreed not to use newsagency over previous history. Maxine passed previous year’s lists
and OfficeMax handbook to Troy for him to pass onto teachers for amendments.
New Ovens
With the remaining money left from the 2014 Year 6/7 fundraising, Briony and Bianca would like to
purchase 5 new ovens for the school. They will also provide a cooking pack for each block. Aaron
Bruce has offered to look at the installation of the new ovens.
Bianca Gibbs
Maxine Trainer
Briony Aston / Bianca Gibbs
Meeting closed at: 8.43pm
6. NEXT MEETING: 4 August, 2015 at 7.30pm
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