We had a lesson in Boomerang throwing today. Lyndon gave us a great lesson! All of the students got to try throwing a boomerang. Lots of them had to run after them, but a few actually came back!!! Well done!
Lyndon also played the didgeridoo and showed us Aboriginal artifacts that were really interesting; spears, axes, different boomerangs and beautiful artwork.
Then everyone got to paint a boomerang of their own. How talented the students are!!! Fantastic artwork!!!
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Chiyoda HS students have demonstrated Japanese games, paper craft and youth culture to PBC students.
Prep school students loved making a popular character faces with eyes covered! It is called Fukuwarai in Japanese. Students are asked to say ‘down down, right, left or up’ to help a student. Prep students did very well to make a perfect face!
There is a special day called the Start Festival. Many children write a wish on paper and hang it on bamboo to make the wish come true. Chiyoda HS students brought lovely paper and made an oblong card with year 2 students.
One more group did a power point presentation to introduce Japanese youth culture. Y10-12 students have also shown Chiyoda HS students Australian culture with a lot of demonstration! Of course they had to introduce well-known Australian Steve Irwin. Chiyoda HS students all learned his catch phrase:“ Crikey”!!!
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Hiyoshigaoka students were able to enjoy the Noosa River today, just a short walk from the classroom. Half of the group went on kayaks while the other half went on a pontoon boat. Next week they will change around so all students get to see the river from both angles.
We got to see some really nice houses and some very nice boats. There was also some tiny tinnies fishing and some elegant pelicans enjoying the sunshine. Some students had a swim in the river after the activities to cool down before returning to class.
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5 Chiyoda students have decided to join the General English population at GV Noosa during their stay here. By making this choice, they are able to meet students from all over the world and interact in a more multicultural environment.
General English includes activities on Monday, Wednesday and Friday afternoons. Today’s activity was water volleyball at Koala Beach Resort, Just a short walk from the school. Chiyoda students formed their own team and challenged a team of Brazilian and Swiss students. The result was close, but team Chiyoda did not make the final round unfortunately. Lots of fun was had by all involved.
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Hiyoshigaoka HS students visited the famous Sunshine Coast Eumundi Market where more than 500 stall holders gather to sell a huge variety of local products. Everyone enjoyed the shopping in the morning, some had face painting done!
When they returned to the college, A traditional Aussie BBQ welcome lunch was waiting for them.
We hope Hiyoshigaoka HS students will enjoy their stay here in Noosa and make long-lasting memories with their host families.
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On Friday we went shopping at Woolworths to buy ingredients for Anzac biscuits. After a fun hunt through the supermarket shelves, Hiyoshigaoka students returned to their classrooms to cook.
Expert taste tester Ryuichi Kobayashi,on being asked to assess the standard of the biscuits, declared they were “nicely soft”
Great job everyone!
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We joined the Chiyoda classes today for a “Find Someone Who…”Bingo Game! We all had a great time. They even had to ask the teachers questions. Everyone got Bingo and won a “Gummy Bear,” yummy!!!
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38 students from Hiyoshigaoka High School in Kyoto, Japan arrived yesterday. We had a local tour which included a trip to Mount Timbeerwah lookout. From the elevated vantage point we were able to see all of Noosa and the surrounding area.
This group has a schedule that is jam-packed with classes and excursions during their 17 days here in Noosa, including school integration with Noosa District State High School, which is a sister school to Hiyoshigaoka in Japan.
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Chiyoda students got to visit the biggest shopping mall on the coast yesterday – Sunshine Plaza.
With more than 100 specialty stores, Sunshine Plaza is a great place to look for just about anything. The most wanted item on students shopping lists was ice cream, and all got to enjoy some delicious New Zealand flavours.
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The didgeridoo was enjoyed by everyone. Playing it was much more difficult than we all thought, but it was a lot of fun trying and we laughed so hard at the funny sounds we produced. We were a little surprised that some were really good at the technique used to blow into the instrument to make sound!! We were also amazed when Scott played songs on each of the didgeridoos that he brought. The songs were magical. A great time was had by all.
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28 students from Chiyoda High School in Japan arrived on Friday and went straight to Australia Zoo from the airport. After meeting all the cuddly (and not so cuddly) creatures at the zoo we went to Noosa Civic for some free time in the shopping centre, then to Peregian Beach College to meet up with host families.
It was a long day but all students enjoyed their first day in Australia with just a couple of power naps on the bus between stops. This week is jam packed with classes and afternoon activities so keep watching for lots more photos!
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The March Teen Activity Program schedule has been confirmed and is now available for downloading.
The March TAP runs from March 23rd until April 3rd, and includes English classes in the morning followed by a range of activities each afternoon.
Download the schedule here – March 2010
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Students shared their final presentation in class with great confidence and English skill.
They talked about life in their own countries and their experience in Noosa with GV.
The TAP teacher, Aaron, was very proud to see all students improve dramatically just in a few weeks. He says “Congratulations, class! Keep working hard, and remember to practice English and have fun”.
Our TAP group joined the school BBQ in the afternoon. It was farewell for TAP students and welcome for Cambridge Course students.
Motoki says he really enjoyed his English lessons and enjoyed meeting a lot of friends from around the world.
Ryujyu says he gained confidence with his English and would like to come back to GV Noosa.
Yoon Jae enjoyed surfing very much and wants to join TAP again in July and August.
Saad also enjoyed surfing and other activities. He shared his culture and his language with other TAP students.
Thank you for joining TAP Christmas and New Year! We hope to have you again here in Noosa.
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The Noosa River is spectacular even on a cloudy day. TAP’s enjoyed the ride up river and took a short swim to cool off.
Everyone had a turn at driving the boat and we didn’t even crash into anything! We saw Pelicans and other water birds, and lots of fish at the jetty.
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The students were tired and sore, but begging for more at the Cable Ski Park
After listening to the safety video we got our kneeboards and had a go. Ryuju even tried a wakeboard (standing up) after mastering the kneeboard
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We welcomed new students this week. Saad from Saudi Arabia and Rio from Indonesia. They soon made friends and started enjoying their English lessons.
Lots of laughter and noise was coming out of their class room! Saad teamed up with Sei, Rio teamed up with Yoon-Jae and Ryuju, Motoki and Yudai were in a team.
Everyone was trying to get a chance to give answers to build their points. Rio and Yoon-Jae won the competition. Yoon-Jae soon asked what her prize was going to be. The prize was a huge hug from everyone!
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TAP students had a whale of a time at Underwaterworld in Mooloolabah.
We saw silly Seals and got up close to some hungry Sharks. Students were in awe of the colourful creatures of the sea!
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Poole Gakuin finished their stay with us with a farewell party.
All students gave a great speech about what they have learned and thanked host families. Misa could not hold her tears while she was making her wonderful speech. It was very nice to see her host mother come to her side and gave her support her to finish. Tears can be contagious, though!
Although their stay was for a short time, it was great to see how students and host families got so close to each other.
We would like to thank host families again for taking students during the busy festive season. We hear was that they had a special Christmas time with you, and a memory of an Australian Christmas that they will never forget.
We will miss Poole Gakuin High School students (you’ve been great!) and we hope to have them back with us in the future.
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By the time TAP got back to school from their surfing lesson, they were exhausted beat by waves! But they seemed very satisfied with what they achieved with their surfing lesson.
There were a lot of feet in the ocean at the beginning, but finally we all managed to stand up on the board.
There is a special course which you can train your surfing skill. Please join TAP surfing in July and August to have intensive surfing training sessions.
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It was a day in the National Park and at the beach today!
We hiked the beautiful Noosa National Park and its beaches. Students played in rock pools at Tea-Tree Bay, spotted a koala waving from a tall tree and bonded over delicious ice-creams at Noosa Main Beach.
There is a Koala hiding in the photo!
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One of the nicest things about TAP in December is the small class sizes.
Students are truly enjoying their intimate classes. Our TAP English teacher Aaron gives TAP students a special project each week. This week, students were to do 5 minutes presentation about their home country, town, school and culture. Students were to observe each other’s presentations and write 3 good points and 1 area for improvement. They were also expected to ask at least 1 question. Misaki, Midori, Yoon Jae and Motoki used project papers with pictures to present their project. They really did well explaining about their life in Japan.
Great effort, guys!
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After lunch the students took a short bus ride to Noosa River. It was another beautiful, sunny day and the blue sky and sparkling water made a wonderful sight. Students were given instructions on how to paddle and control a kayak and they were soon the on the river, trying to follow the instructors .
For some, steering was difficult and paddling against the wind was very hard and tiring. But they managed to make it to a lovely sand island in the middle of the river. There they could have a rest and walk in shallow clear water where they could see young fish and crabs before getting back on the kayaks. This time they were paddling with the wind so it was easier and they made it back quickly…..so they had time for a little shopping and ice-cream before the bus arrived.
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After lunch the students took a short bus ride to Noosa Surf Life Saving Club.
First they were given a short lecture and shown a video about beach safety. Bryce, the lifeguard, warned them about “rips” and other dangers of the surf and instructed them to ALWAYS swim between the flags to ensure their safety while at the beach in Australia.
Then the lifeguards took them onto the beautiful beach and showed them how to catch waves with bodyboards.The girls learned quickly and were soon riding the waves.
After a sunny day on the beach everyone had a yummy ice-cream before catching the bus back to Global Village.
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Students had lessons with David at Noosa Tennis Centre today. It was very hot but we still managed to have a few laughs.
Aaron will join the group for activities next week. Have fun kids, and have a very Merry Christmas!
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Motoki joined the girls yesterday for Surfing lessons at Noosa Main Beach. Everyone managed to stand up and their smiles were huge.
Students are looking forward to their next chance to get in the surf, maybe after their tennis lessons today!
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We welcomed Poole Gakuin High School students yesterday evening. The group escaped from cold weather to enjoy their summer Christmas on the beach!
They will of course learn English in the morning and off to the beach or the river in the afternoon.
Special thanks to host families who welcomed students to their home and celebrate Christmas together as a part of their family. It will become their most memorable Christmas day ever!
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And it’s a lot easier when the wind is behind you.
These ocean kayaks have a small sail on the front so when the wind is with you, there is no need to paddle, and you can steer with your feet!
The girls had a great time and got to experience one of Noosa’s best assets, the river.
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Three students from Japan, Midori, Misaki and Yoon Jae got a tour of Noosa today, and they liked what they saw.
Midori said “I have never seen a National Park so big!” Yoon Jae said “I like this place.”
We saw a variety of bird life including an albino Bush Turkey which really impressed the girls. They are looking forward to Canoeing on the river tomorrow.
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Sarah who was a TAP student for 5 weeks in July and August 09 has posted her happy news to us.
“Now, I got my first mark in English!! It was really very good!! I’m so happy”.
Her friends Laura, Antonia and Lisa from TAP program will visit Sarah on New Year’s eve.
We are glad to hear Sarah is doing well with her English and has developed a new friendship from the program. We hope the same things are happening to all our TAP students.
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Hatsushiba Hashimoto HS students celebrated their last day of school. Following certificate awards each class presented a small skill on what they learnt while they were here. This was followed by a party feasting on tasty snacks they had prepared during their cooking lesson. They departed very early Friday with the usual tears. We wish you all the best and hope you will come back to Noosa in the future.
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One afternoon at Mount Tinbeerwah, they rode down the Noosa Hill Climb track, then took to the forest down a narrow sand track. They had fun cycling over pot holes and drop offs and there were no accidents or mishaps!
Another afternoon while Sydney had a dramatic dust storm day, we were having wonderful journey around the canals. We thought it was happening down NSW, then we were faced with a wall of dust coming towards us. The Catalina cruise disappeared in the clouds – photographs show the difference in backdrop. An adventurous experience for our Japanese visitors. It was all cleared by the next day!
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Hatsushiba HS Students are participating in international Classes in the morning. In the afternoons they are in closed group lessons to really focus on speaking and listening skills. They are studying in the most suited level in the morning classes, and are allocated elementary to intermediate classes. They enjoy the international and serious studying atmosphere at Global Village Noosa. Teachers and other students enjoy having Hatsushiba HS students in their classes.
They are now preparing for their Farewell session on Thursday. Students have been given recipes in english and are making cake and balls for the party. If you are Hatsushiba Students’ friend, teacher or Homestay family, please join Hatsushiba Hashimoto HS Farewell Party.
Thu 24 Sep 2:10 Farewell Speech and Class Certificate Presentations
2:30 Class Presentations
3:00 Class Parties in the Kitchen Area
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Hatsushiba students joined other students on Friday for a couple of games at Noosa Ten Pin
We didn’t set any records but all students had a great time at Noosa Ten Pin on Friday. Most people scored better on their second game, especially Emi who just needed a little bit of help to find her game, and scored very well after a quick lesson.
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September 16, 2009 · 1 Comment
We have received photos from Yuki’s host family taken on Saturday night.
Yuki says…
“My host family, Karen and Justin took me to the Thai Restaurant, Jazz festival and took me to Hasting street for ice cream. It was a very nice night. My host family is very kind to me.
If I cannot understand what they say, they always say it slowly again. I appreciate their help and support. I enjoy learning English here and spending time with my host family.”
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Yuki, Sophie and Halle in front of the Noosa Long Board surf shop on Hasting st.
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Yuki at the Thai Restaurant
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Yuki and the Kids (Sophie, Back-Halle and Ethan) in the car on the way to dinner.
Thank you very much to our host families who are taking such great care of our students.
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Hatsushiba Hashimoto High School students joined the GV School activity on Friday.
We had a BBQ at Sunshine Beach Park and went for beach activities (volleyball and swimming) in the afternoon.
There were dozens of students surrounding Don the chef to get some sausages and burgers, and everyone enjoyed the taste of a true Aussie BBQ. Thank you Don!
Scott from Bushlab joined us and gave students a free Didgeridoo Lesson. Hatsushiba Hashimoto students were more interested in enjoying the waves on the beach than taking the lesson.
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It was back into uniform for a visit to Coolum State High School today!
Hastushiba Hashimoto students received a warm welcome from the staff and students at Coolum High School, and the students headed straight out for a hike to the top of Mount Emu. They also enjoyed a session of communication games and ball games, followed by morning tea.
Everyone was a little shy at first, but as time passed we were all well on the way to forming good friendships.
The Hatsushiba Hashimoto students were happy to receive an Australian gift, beautifully wrapped with a native flower.
Special thanks to Deputy Principal Denise Shultz who mae de it such a special day for all the students.
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The school was busy on Friday evening, as we welcomed 28 students from Hatsushiba Hashimoto High school.
We endured a nervous wait together while we prepared for meeting homestay families, but everyone was all smiles when they finally met. Hatsushiba Hashimoto students are joining international classes to meet new friends from around the world. In the afternoons, they are in a closed group to really focus on their speaking and listening skills.
On Monday afternoon, we’re all heading down to meet students from a local Australian High school.
Welcome to Noosa, guys! I’m sure the visit will go well.
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Well, what a great season of study we had here in Noosa this July and August!
We were delighted to welcome 102 junior students from France, Japan, Germany, Austria, Belgium, Switzerland, Italy, Russia, Saudi Arabia and Morocco through July and August.
We hope you enjoyed your time here in Noosa, and perhaps these photos will bring some happy memories of your time in Noosa.
Make sure that you stay in touch with us on Facebook!
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Todays activity was just what the doctor ordered after a late night on Thursday and a hot afternoon.
The hardest part about a visit to Noosa Aquatic Centre is getting everyone out of the pool when it’s time to leave. Everyone enjoyed ball games and the challenging rocket run, with only 2 students making it all the way to the end of the rocket. Tomas and Sabastian have been crowned as the rocket run Kings!
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9 out of 11 remaining TAP students did surfing today, but for Junichi and Tomoyo, the exclusive treatment that comes with being the only two to go boating on the Noosa River was not hard to take
Tomoyo was brave enough to take the wheel for a moment but Junichi did not think that was such a good idea and chose to sit back and just enjoy the ride. Pelicans are plentiful on the river and this one thought we had some fish for him. Needless to say he did not hang around long when he discovered we were just sight seeing.
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The Noosa River was a great place to be on Friday as we eased our way around the canal front homes
The cruise turned out to be a little too relaxing for Eriko who was caught out having a little nap. We woke her up for the next photo but I don’t think we gave her quite enough time to open her eyes. Sorry about that Eriko! Rikuto was also making new friends and seemed to enjoy being on the water.
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We’ve had students from 10 different countries studying on our Junior programs this year, but Zoe is our first Moroccan!
Zoe has been to many countries like Malta and the United States, but she thinks GV Noosa the best. She says she just has been here over a week now but she has met so many friends around the world including Saudi Arabia, Italy, Spain, Korea, Japan, Croatia and Russia.
One thing she says crazy about Australia is curfew for under 18yo. Her curfew is after midnight in Morocco but she has an early curfew in Australia. Zoe’s host family has been generous and being flexible with her but she has to go home at certain time.
Overall though, she is loving the Noosa life style!
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Winter time in Noosa is a little different to most other places….today it went up to 28 degrees!
TAP English + Surfing students are making the most of the amazing weather to sharpen up their board skills. Some students are on their 4th week of the English + Surfing program, and their skills are looking great.
Balancing on the board with different waves is the most challenging thing that most of students found. Now everyone can ride and even have a time to pose for camera shot.
Looking good, guys!
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West African drum beats (and a bit of laughter) echoed through the park on Friday afternoon as students enjoyed the sunshine.
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Our TAP students study very hard in the morning before they hit off to afternoon activity.
We got the camera out to catch people with their books out. We found some students studying in classrooms, and some out in the nice sunny court yard working on speaking drills.
Nice to see everyone hard at work in their morning classes!
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Indoor Rock Climbing is a fantastic activity that everyone can enjoy. TAP students today tested their skills with a very fun afternoon!
Ayano now has a new nickname, after her amazing performance on the rock wall…she is now known as Spider Barbie! She beat all other students in the race to the top of the rock wall, in a time of about 21 seconds!!
After students had completed their rock climb, they were split into two teams for a Basketball playoff. Dark team were the winners, with the final score being 12-16.
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Global Village Noosa offers a unique experience for its students……The opportunity to participate in an English and Surfing program!
Students participate in morning English classes at the college, followed by group surfing lessons 4 days per week. Currently we have 15 students enrolled in the program from Austria, France, Germany, Italy, Japan and Russia.
We might just find ourselves a professional surfer from this talented group! We’ll keep a watch on their progress through this blog.
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Beach Volleyball was originally designed to give bored surfers something to do when the surf was down. Our TAP’s were anything but bored today when they competed in a beach Volleyball Championship.
Students were split into two teams, A and B. The final scores were 27 -7, 21-18 and 21-12. Team A, Johannes, Ayumi, Ayaka, Ayano, Erika and Yukari won the title. Ayumi and Ayaka were the stand out performers! They outplayed all the other students (including the boys) and were still seen working on their serves once the game had commenced.
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Noosa National Park, regarded by many as one of the most beautiful places on earth!! Today our TAP’s had the opportunity to make up their own minds.
The weather did not disappoint, with clear blue skies and crystal clear ocean waters on display. Once the students reached their final destination “Hells Gates”, a school of dolphins appeared from the ocean depths and provided some amazing photograph opportunities. I’m sure all our TAP’s will sleep well tonight and return to school tomorrow nice and refreshed for Tuesday’s activity…..Beach Volleyball!!!
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