I'm sure many of you have enjoyed er-introducing yourself to the pool this week as the weather starts to warm up. Probably the most talked about thing in enrolment interviews.... 'the weather and the pool'... 

Please remember that there is a dress code for the Dining Hall. Especially important if you have been enjoying the pool. 

• No towels and swimwear
• Footwear must be worn
• No singlets

I'm looking forward to another busy week of ICC and College events. In particular the Henry Jenning's Long Lunch and Quad Sesh on Sunday!

ANDREW EUNSON - DEPUTY CEO

Captains of Boats 2025/2026

CLASSIFICATION: CAPTAINS OF BOATS x 2 (Men’s & Women’s

The Captains of Boats will be required to manage all aspects of the College rowing program throughout the l a t e 20 2 5 a n d 202 6 rowing season, including post the 2026 ICC Regatta and other engagements (TBC).

The captains ensure the efficient management of all aspects of rowing at King’s commencing with planning and ending in a season review with the Deputy CEO.

SELECTION CRITERIA

• Extensive experience in the sport of rowing with a willingness to coach other crews.
• Detailed knowledge of Brisbane City Council safe waterways guidelines
• Hold, or be eligible to hold, a boat license (tinny)
• Ability to meet deadlines and to manage time efficiently
• An understanding of the importance of Workplace Health and Safety regulations
• Ability to develop and implement a training program/roster and ensure that it is followed
• Ability to organize and work with others

BENEFITS

• The Captain of Boats will receive a total payment of $1,500 for the period outlined, paid in two instalments.

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

Expressions of Interest should be in writing, addressed to the Deputy CEO, and include responses to the selection criteria, and your Curriculum Vitae. Expressions of Interest should be received (via email) by 5.00 pm on Wednesday 10 September 2025.

Suitable candidates shall be required to present themselves for an interview at the College on Friday 12 September 2025.

Formal Expressions of Interest should be directed to:

The Deputy CEO

King’s College Upland Road

St Lucia Q 4067

a.eunson@kings.uq.edu.au

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Returner Applications for 2025 + Key Dates

As is the case this time of year, the College would ask you to start considering whether you are looking to return to the College in 2026. As you do so, I would encourage you to also ‘check the market’ relating to living costs and availability outside of the College. It is currently a complex environment.

This year, Returner Applications will open on Tuesday 16 September**, and your application needs to be submitted no later than COB Friday 17 October. Please note, a non-refundable* Application Deposit of $500 will need to be paid with your application, and will be applied as a payment against next year’s fees.

*The $500 non-refundable deposit will only be refunded if King’s does not offer you a position in 2026 in either the Round 1 Offer (26 Nov) or Round 2 Offer (10 Dec).

**Students who have recently submitted an application, or submit one prior to 16 September, will need to be redone. Applications submitted prior to 16 September will be deleted.

KEY DATES TO KEEP IN MIND

• 28 August - Captains of Boat's advertised
• 2 September - Advertise RL & ADSS positions (due 30 September)
• 10 September - Captains of Boats closes
• 12 September - Captains of Boats interviews
• 16 September – Returners applications open
• 30 September – RL/ADSS Applications Due
• 7-8 October – Blue Bus Workshops (for all students considering leadership positions in 2026)
• 9-10 October – ADSS / RL Interviews
• 12 October – KCSC Elections
• 13 October – KCSC Executive, RL’s and ADSS endorsed by College
• 14 October – 2026 fees released
• 15 October – Advertise Student Positions – Gym Convenors, Captains of Boats, Rugby Captains, Community Convenors, Netball Captains etc.
• 17 October – Returners Applications due ($500 non-refundable Deposit*)
• 20 October – Returner rooming commences
• 29 October – Interview Student Positions – Gym Convenors, Captains of Boats, Rugby Captains, Community Convenors, Netball Captains etc.
• 5 November – Student Positions Endorsed by College
• 15 November - QUT Move out Day (or pay an extra week)
• 22 November – UQ Move Out Day
• 22/23 November – Leadership Team Planning Days
• 23 November – Dubai departure (Rugby, Netball)
• 26 November – Returner Rnd 1 Offers
• 27 November – Returner Rnd 1 Rooming Released
• 9 December – Returner Rnd 1 Deposits Due $4,000 ($3,000 to be applied as payment against next year’s fees and $1,000 refundable* Code of Conduct Deposit)
• 10 December – Rnd 2 Returner Offers
• 11 December - Returner Rnd 1 Rooming Released
• 17 December - Returner Rnd 2 Deposits Due $4,000 ($3,000 to be applied as payment against next year’s fees and $1,000 refundable* Code of Conduct Deposit)
• 9 January – Balance of Returner Fees due (either Full Year or Part Payment 1 of 2)

*The $1,000 Code of Conduct Deposit is refundable within 7 days of departure after room is left in a suitable condition and no other issues.

Christmas Holiday Period Accommodation

The following acts as a guidance document to how Christmas Holiday room allocations are managed at King’s College.

• There will be 9 rooms available for students to stay during the Christmas Holiday period.
• Positions will be preferenced to those returning to the College in the following year.
• The incoming President and Vice-President will be prioritised amongst these applications.
• Residents must have the capacity to assist the College with RL and Conferencing duties associated with this period
• Fees will be $225 per week or $33 per day. If you do more than 4 RL duties in the week, that week of accommodation with be gratis. If you do less than 4 duties in the week, accommodation will be gratis for the day you do a duty.
• Applications for Holiday Stays will be released in October.

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Coming Up

• Captains of Boat's advertised - Thursday 28 August
• Wear it Purple Day - Friday 29 August
• KOCA AGM - 5pm Friday 29 August (City)
• ICC Rugby 7s vs Union - 7.30pm Friday 29 August 
• KCNC Club Netball - Saturday 30 August
• Henry's Long Lunch & Quad Sesh - 12pm Sunday 31 August (Quad Sesh 3.15pm)
• UQ Census Date - Sunday 31 August 
• ADSS Meeting - 9am Monday 1 September
• RL Meeting - 10am Monday 1 September
• KCSC Executive Meeting - 3.30pm Monday 1 September
• Advertise RL & ADSS positions (due 30 September) - Tuesday 2 September
• How to not be a Financial Mess - 2.30pm Tuesday 2 September (Chapel)
• Rotary Dinner - 6.30pm Tuesday 2 September
• 2026 Offer Round - Wednesday 3 September
• Bushcare (H Flat) - 7.30am Wednesday 3 September
• KCRUFC Meeting - 4.30pm Wednesday 3 September
• Netball vs Emman - 7.30pm Wednesday 3 September
• Men's Basketball vs Grace - 4.30pm Thursday 4 September
• Women's Basketball vs Grace - 7.30pm Thursday 4 September
• Women's 7s vs Cromwell - 6.30pm Friday 5 September
• Women's 7s vs Emman - 7.30pm Friday 5 September
• Grace College Ball - Friday 5 September
• Father's Day - Sunday 7 September
• ICC Art Show - Sunday 7 September
• ICC 1 Act Play - Tuesday 9 September