St James College celebrated student excellence at the Annual Presentation Evening. The event recognised academic success and student distinction in leadership, sports, the arts, innovation, and community service. From the College Dux and the ADF Leadership Awards to creative arts, sportsperson honours, and vocational training, the evening highlighted the remarkable talents, determination, and diverse skills of Jimmies students.

In true Jimmies style, the night featured several cultural and choral performances, as the community came together to commend and celebrate student achievement. Alumnus Raiden Phan returned to the college to share his reflections on life after school. 

In the Principal's Address, Ms Ann Rebgetz shared the importance of education and encouraged students to be their best. 

"Finally, to our students – thank you - your youth is so inspiring and hopeful - you are the future of our world – your education is the single, most important investment that any country can make and that you make."

“Always believe in yourselves and strive to be your best self.

"And remember, the Jimmies Spirit will always be with you," she added. 

 The Major Award Recipients for the 2024 College Awards were:

College Dux: Mina Mayahi
Br Finbar Mulry Award: Uatau Tau
The Principal’s Academic Excellence Award: Fatima Hazara and Emily Pham
Indigenous Reconciliation Bursary: Lennon Vitale
ADF Long Tan Leadership and Teamwork Award: Zakius Matthew (Yr 10) and Say Lai Mu (Yr 12)
ADF Excellence in Innovation: Emma Corbett (Yr 10) and Ngoc-Hoa Thi (Emily) Pham (Yr 12)
Sportsperson of the Year: Kon Guet and Mahlia Henare
Multiclass Sportsperson of the Year: Molly Carter
Sports Star of the Year: Mahlia Henare and Oliver Hutchison
Outstanding Contribution to the Cultural Life of the College: Ella Bloomfield, Mikahlia Saltner, Shakinah Faialaga, Maximus Lemoto, Uatau Tau and Say Lai Mu
Outstanding Contribution to Creative Arts – Visual: Georgiana Creagh
Outstanding Contribution to Creative Arts – Performance: Amanda Lee and Blessings Tukumbane
School Based Trainee of the Year for 2024: Ella Beard and Mackenzie Johnson
Vocational Education Student of the Year for 2024: Madisyn Blacker
Maunsell’s Fine Furniture Award: Kaylan Jackson
Outstanding Contribution to Advocacy –St Stephen’s Cathedral Award: William Baker
International Student Ambassador of the Year: Ryan Kwok
Character and Leadership Award: Shakinah Faialaga and Remy Mukendi
Ampol All Rounder Award: Madisyn Blacker
Young Person with Determination to Succeed: Ella Cooper, Katrina Hopkins, Eric Kaniki, Bi Nazeir Muradi, Hunter Roadley and Ava Watson
Past Students’ Association for Academic Integrity: Aether Brill, Latifa Hazara, Bi Nazeir Muradi