Three historical Colleges amalgamated in 1998 to form Columba Catholic College. The foundational principles of the Sisters of Mercy, Good Samaritan Sisters and the Christian Brothers form the core values of the current P-12 Day and Boarding College now operating over two campuses. Generations of families have come to Columba in one or more of its earlier forms. Our current community of approximately 600 students is drawn from a vast area bounded by Papua New Guinea, the Cape and Gulf to the north, Darwin, Katherine and Alice Springs to the west, Sydney to the south and Palm Island to the east. Because many students come from largely rural backgrounds, there is a strong following in our Cattle Club, Goat Stud and Horse Club. Offering a full range of subject selections for students both academically inclined and those favouring hands-on activities. Columba is able to envisage a pathway to the future for all students who take advantage of the opportunities provided. The College’s Centre for Artistic Development provides our students with extensive opportunities to broaden their knowledge and experience in the visual and performing arts. Dance, drama and choirs provide performance experiences not readily available in many other colleges. February 2012 will see the completion of major building programs on both campuses. At Columba we are building for the future in a way that enriches the educational experiences of all our students.