an Innovation Award from Catholic Education South Australia and a trip to Abu Dhabi, as a finalists in the Zayed Future Energy Prize for the Oceanic region. Looking ahead,Tenison Woods aims to be zero-waste by the conclusion of 2025 and energy self-sufficient by 2030 through expanded solar infrastructure— another bold target that reflects the school’s determination to lead by example. SPACES THAT INSPIRE The college’s forward momentum is mirrored in its physical environment. The recently completed McKillop Junior School building—named after Saint Mary of the Cross MacKillop, Australia’s first saint— has become a regional landmark for contemporary educational design. The facility emphasizes connection, autonomy, and collaboration, housing Years 1–6 in open yet intimate learning hubs.“It’s a space that encourages independence while still feeling like a community,” Mezinec notes. Next on the horizon is Stage Three of the master plan: a Health, Physical Education, and Dance Studio Complex, set to begin construction in early 2026. The project will include new gym and fitness facilities, changerooms, and a performing arts studio, developed in partnership with the Football Federation of South Australia. Plans also include the installation of Mount Gambier’s first synthetic sports pitch, reinforcing the college’s status as a regional High-Performance and Sporting Academy School. “Our sporting academies in basketball, football, netball, soccer, hockey, tennis and cricket are thriving,” says Mezinec, proudly noting several alumni now Specialising in education, aged care, commercial, and residential projects. www.edgearchitects.com.au TENISON WOODS COLLEGE MOUNT GAMBIER SINCE 2005 CRAFTING INNOVATIVE ENVIRONMENTS IN SOUTH AUSTRALIA STAR OF THE SEA SCHOOL HENLEY BEACH 74 BUSINESS VIEW OCEANIA VOLUME 07, ISSUE 10
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