If you've got kids, grew up in Heathmont, or just like a good community day, put Sunday 25 October in the calendar. Marlborough Primary School is turning 50, and the school's 50th committee has planned a free celebration that's open to everyone, not only past and present families.
When: Sunday 25 October 2026, 11am to 3pm
Where: Marlborough Primary School, Hardy Crescent, Heathmont
Cost: Free entry and free activities for all ages. Food, drinks and 50th merchandise are for sale.
Weather: It goes ahead rain, hail or shine.
Access: The school says the event is fully pram and wheelchair accessible.
The program
Here's what the school has listed for the day:
A whole-school performance on the main stage at 11.45am
Tennis clinics
Make your own insect hotel and nature crowns
A history display covering 50 years of school life
A native animal experience
A butterfly tent
Scout-led activities and games
Roving entertainment by Mr Marvel
A visit from the Ringwood Fire Truck, from about 11.30am to 1.30pm
Special activities for preschoolers and toddlers
Special guests on the poster are the Heathmont Historical Group, the Ringwood Highland Band, the Salvation Army Just Brass Band and Heathmont College.