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On Delany Day 2016, we invited students from Patrician Brothers Blacktown and Fairfield, Brigidine Sisters from Randwick and St Ives, Holy Cross Ryde and All Saints Liverpool to join with us in celebrating the life and teachings of our founder, Bishop Daniel Delany.
Daniel Delany was born in 1747 to a relatively well-to-do family, however, his father died young and he was sent to live with his aunts in a nearby village, Mountrath. Daniel was encouraged by the local Parish Priest, Fr Lawlor, to enter the priesthood, which he did in 1770. He then returned to Ireland in 1776 to educate the children and teachers and establish his catechetical program. Consecrated as Bishop in 1783, Daniel continued his teachings, helping the sisters and brothers to educate the young in their finding of Christ.
At Delany, students were treated to a number of activities to help them in their understanding of the life of Daniel Delany, with the theme, "The Cross is the sure way to find Christ". A Patrician jukebox, the Daniel Delany election campaign as well as a number of workshops led by staff, a moving liturgy and of course, lunch, were all enjoyed by the students.
More photos are in the galleries.
Tracey Flynn
Delany College Granville
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28 Sep 2026
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Our Year 11 students took time away from their usual routines to come together for their retreat. ๐ฑ The retreat gave students the opportunity to pause, reflect and focus on their formation and spirituality. Through prayer, reflection and shared activities, they strengthened their connection with God, built meaningful relationships with their teachers and peers, and considered how they can continue to grow in faith and community. ๐๐ Thank you to everyone who helped make the day such a special and memorable experience for our Year 11 students. โจ28 Sep 2026
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๐๐ Celebrating the Class of 2026 ๐๐ A truly special day as we celebrated our Year 12 students at their Graduation Mass and Awards Ceremony๐โจ From their first days at Delany to this moment, our graduating students have grown, challenged themselves, created lifelong friendships and made memories that will stay with them forever ๐ The Graduation Mass gave us a beautiful opportunity to pause, reflect and give thanks for the journey they have shared as a year group. We then celebrated their achievements and the many ways they have contributed to our College community๐ To the Class of 2026... we are incredibly proud of the young people you have become. As you close this chapter and begin a new one, remember the people, friendships, lessons and memories that have shaped your time at Delany. You may be leaving our school grounds, but you will always have a place in the Delany family๐ Congratulations, Year 12! May your future be filled with courage, purpose, happiness and every success. ๐โจ #delanycollegegranville
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28 Sep 2026
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Our Year 11 students took time away from their usual routines to come together for their retreat. ๐ฑ The retreat gave students the opportunity to pause, reflect and focus on their formation and spirituality. Through prayer, reflection and shared activities, they strengthened their connection with God, built meaningful relationships with their teachers and peers, and considered how they can continue to grow in faith and community. ๐๐ Thank you to everyone who helped make the day such a special and memorable experience for our Year 11 students. โจ
28 Sep 2026
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๐๐ Celebrating the Class of 2026 ๐๐ A truly special day as we celebrated our Year 12 students at their Graduation Mass and Awards Ceremony๐โจ From their first days at Delany to this moment, our graduating students have grown, challenged themselves, created lifelong friendships and made memories that will stay with them forever ๐ The Graduation Mass gave us a beautiful opportunity to pause, reflect and give thanks for the journey they have shared as a year group. We then celebrated their achievements and the many ways they have contributed to our College community๐ To the Class of 2026... we are incredibly proud of the young people you have become. As you close this chapter and begin a new one, remember the people, friendships, lessons and memories that have shaped your time at Delany. You may be leaving our school grounds, but you will always have a place in the Delany family๐ Congratulations, Year 12! May your future be filled with courage, purpose, happiness and every success. ๐โจ #delanycollegegranville
26 Sep 2026
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๐ A Standing Ovation for Lamea Pirini! ๐ถ Congratulations to Lamea Pirini on receiving a nomination for ENCORE for her outstanding HSC Music Performance! ENCORE showcases a selection of the finest HSC Music major works from across New South Wales, celebrating excellence in performance, composition and musicology. The concert will be held at the Sydney Opera House on Monday, 22 February 2027. A heartfelt thank you to Mr Glen Child for his guidance and to everyone who supported Lamea throughout her HSC music journey. We wish Lamea every success in the final selection process - what an incredible achievement! ๐
25 Sep 2026
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Our Year 12 students celebrated their final year of schooling at a wonderful Formal evening filled with elegance, celebration and memorable moments. It was a pleasure to see our students dressed in their finest, enjoying the evening with their friends, teachers and celebrating the friendships and experiences that have made their Year 12 journey so special. We congratulate our Year 12 cohort on reaching this significant milestone๐โจ
10 Sep 2026
Bishops Awards celebrate student leaders across Parramatta Diocese
The annual Bishop of Parramatta Award for Student Excellence celebrates Year 12 students who demonstrate strong values of faith, service, leadership and learning, recognising their positive impact on their schools and wider communities.
04 Sep 2026
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๐ญโจ **Drama Beyond the Classroom!** โจ๐ญ Our Year 9 and 10 Drama students enjoyed a schoolsโ performance of David Williamsonโs Top Silk at Ensemble Theatre, Kirribilli ๐ฌ Students enjoyed the performance and a Q&A with the cast and creatives, gaining valuable insight into the world of professional theatre. ๐ญ๐ A fantastic experience for our budding performers! ๐
01 Sep 2026
From Facebook
๐ธโจ Lights, cameraโฆ Sebastian! ๐จ๐ท A huge shoutout to Sebastian El Khoury, Year 11, who was selected as a finalist in the Catholic Diocese of Parramattaโs Alchemy Photography Exhibition 2026! ๐๐ฅ Sebastianโs incredible photography was showcased at the exhibition held at Caroline Chisholm College, celebrating the creativity, imagination and talent of young photographers across the Diocese. ๐ Weโre so proud to see Sebastianโs work recognised at the diocesan level and to celebrate this fantastic achievement with him! ๐๐ธ ๐ธ Sebastian with Mr Bauer and Ms Nash at the exhibition. Keep snapping, Sebastian! ๐ทโจ We canโt wait to see where your creativity takes you next! ๐
28 Aug 2026
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We are incredibly proud to celebrate the achievements of our students and staff who have been recognised through the 2026 Rotary Youth Vocational Education Award๐ These awards recognise the dedication, skills and commitment shown across our VET programs, both by our outstanding students and the teachers who support and inspire them. We are so proud of you all! โค๏ธ๐ #delanycollegegranville #rotaryyouthvocationaleducationalawards
21 Aug 2026
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Our Stage 6 Music students had the wonderful opportunity to experience Disneyโs The Lion King live at the Capitol Theatre. ๐ฆ๐ญ๐ถ It was a fantastic opportunity for our students to see professional musicians and performers at work and to experience first hand how music, movement, staging and storytelling come together in a world class theatrical production. Experiences like this bring classroom learning to life and give our young musicians a chance to see where their own creativity, musicianship and performance skills can take them. A brilliant day of music, theatre and inspiration for our Stage 6 musicians! And, of course, thereโs only one way to finishโฆ Hakuna Matata! ๐ฆ๐
19 Aug 2026
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We love seeing our Delany students in action! ๐ถโจ Hereโs a great Reel from Vinnies capturing our students busking and helping raise funds for a wonderful cause๐ So proud of you, Delany! ๐
18 Aug 2026
From Facebook
Please join us in congratulating our Week 3 Academic Juggernaut winners from Year 9 and Year 10! ๐ These students are being recognised for their effort, determination, positive attitude and commitment to learning. They are stepping up, striving for success and setting a great example both in and out of the classroom. ๐YEAR 9 โ Rachel Habib Rachel consistently demonstrates a positive attitude and strong commitment to College expectations. She is prepared, organised and takes pride in her uniform and school community. Her respectful, friendly and cooperative approach makes her a wonderful presence around the College. ๐ YEAR 10 โ James Sarkis James consistently demonstrates care, respect and commitment across all areas of College life. His genuine concern for an opposition player during a PDSSSC Rugby League game showed great character, while his focus and persistence in his studies continue to shine. ๐ Congratulations also to our nominated students: Year 9: Noah Kouaider, Jayden Moore, Nardos Addisu, Kesaia Sikulu and Elena Tasdemir. Year 10: Savannah Koirala, Charbel Raidy, Rihanna Rizk, Olivia Chalhoub, Altiyan Victor and Jayden Nakhoul. Keep striving, keep learning and keep showing your Delany best!๐๐โจ #AcademicJuggernaut #DelanyCollege #StudentAchievement #DelanyPride
13 Aug 2026
From Facebook
๐ถโจ The Delany Vibe was in full swing at Parramatta Centenary Square!โจ๐ถOur talented Delany musicians brought the square to life with an incredible performance, spreading plenty of music, energy and joy ๐๐ต And what an amazing result $2,282 raised! ๐๐ An outstanding achievement for Delanyโs first year participating, coming very close to the best result ever! Well done, Delany! What a way to make your mark! ๐โจ #buskingforvinnies #delanycollegegranville
07 Aug 2026
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We're proud to have welcomed our Chinese exchange students to Delany College! ๐โจ Working alongside one of our talented teacher, the students created these incredible handcrafted clocks, showcasing their creativity, teamwork and craftsmanship. Experiences like these foster cultural exchange, build lasting friendships and celebrate learning beyond the classroom. Thank you to everyone who made this opportunity so memorable!
06 Aug 2026
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๐ถ Music with a mission! โค๏ธ Our talented students recently took to the streets to busk in support of the incredible work of the St Vincent de Paul Society (Vinnies). Through their performances, they not only shared their musical talents with the community but also helped raise awareness and funds for those experiencing hardship. A huge thank you to everyone who stopped to listen, donate and encourage our students. We are so proud of the compassion, generosity and community spirit they demonstrated. Together, we can make a difference. ๐๐ต #DelanyCollege #Vinnies #BuskingForGood #CommunitySpirit #FaithInAction #MakingADifference
05 Aug 2026
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๐ **Celebrating Excellence at Our School Assembly!** ๐ Our latest school assembly was a wonderful opportunity to recognise and celebrate the outstanding achievements of our students. ๐ Congratulations to our **Touch Football teams** and ๐ **Netball team** for their commitment, teamwork and sportsmanship in proudly representing Delany College. We are incredibly proud of your efforts both on and off the court and field. ๐ We also celebrated students who have demonstrated outstanding application and academic achievements. Your dedication, perseverance and commitment to learning are an inspiration to our entire school community. Congratulations to all of our award recipients. Your hard work, determination and willingness to strive for your personal best truly embody the Delany spirit. Keep up the fantastic work! ๐