As we commence a busy weekend, can I encourage you to have a good time, be safe, look after each other and be mindful of the College's expectations and values. 

This afternoon, Greg and I have briefed the College Executive and Residential Leaders / Associate Deans around expectations, and these are also being passed on by them. In particular, we are disappointed that there has already been wilful damage to bathrooms which is not a great start. 

Please take note of the following...

• flats need to manage their flats. Flat members need to step up and manage their spaces.
• If something serious happens, the College will look for evidence to attribute blame. If no-one can be found, the flats will have the financial burden shared
• There is to be no food die inside any building.
• There are a lot of non-King's people already on site. King's residents need to keep this in mind around their personal belongings and security of their flat and rooms. Don't prop doors open, secure your flats and secure your rooms. 

I look forward to seeing you at the Ball. 

ANDREW EUNSON - DEPUTY CEO

Whooping Cough

Please be aware that students at other UQ colleges have been diagnosed with Whooping Cough. They are following appropriate Public Health measures. 

Internet Outage - Sunday 14 September

There will be an internet outage this Sunday 14th that would be a 30 min outage at 10am for the UQ Wi-Fi. 

ICC Sport & Cultural Program Review

Help Shape the Future of Inter-college Sports and Culture

As you may know, the Colleges have commissioned a review into the Inter-college Sports and Cultural Program. The aim is to ensure that the Program remains relevant, deliverable and reflects the interests and needs of our students.

To do this, we need your input.

Sharpe Advisory, the firm undertaking the review, is conducting a student survey to gather feedback and ideas for improvement. Your voice is essential in shaping a program that works for everyone.

📝 It only takes 15 minutes to complete
🎁 You could win one of ten $50 Coles Myer gift cards
📅 Deadline: Friday, 26 September
🔗 Survey link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DSKQVGJ

Returner Applications for 2026 + 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

• 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.

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Coming Up

• Rugby 7s vs Women's - 7.30pm Friday 12 September
• Rugby 7s vs Duchesne - 8.30pm Friday 12 September
• UQ in-semester Exams - Saturday 13 September
• Women's Badminton - 8.00am Saturday 13 September
• King's College Ball - 7.00pm Saturday 13 September
• Internet Outage - 10am Sunday 14 September
• King's College Recovery - 7.30am Sunday 14 September (Quad)
• ADSS Meeting - 9.00am Monday 15 September
• RL Meeting - 10am Monday 15 September
• KCSC Executive Meeting - 3.30pm Monday 15 September
• Dubai Tour Group Meeting - 7.45pm Monday 15 September
• Returners applications open - Tuesday 16 September
• KCBC Meeting - 9.30am Tuesday 16 September
• Fairholme College Tmba Visit - 11.00am Tuesday 16 September
• Bushcare (Middle CB / D Flat) - 7.30am Wednesday 17 September
• Netball vs St John's - 7.30pm Wednesday 17 September
• Men's Rugby vs Union - 9.00pm Wednesday 17 September
• Women's Basketball vs Cromwell - 4.30pm Thursday 18 September
• Men's Basketball vs John's - 7.30pm Thursday 18 September
• Theologs' Lunch - 12.00pm Friday 19 September