Exams. For most, the mere mention conjures images of intimidating rooms with desks laid out in daunting rows, memories of stern-looking invigilators, and breaking out in cold sweats. And this is just amongst those of us who have finished school, we who never again need sit writing frantically as the clock ticks.

Our Head of Mathematics, Nick Brooking, has been investigating coping strategies to reduce exam anxiety in his students, who will be the first to experience the new external examinations. Nick was asked by Teacher Magazine to write about his strategies and the positive impact they have had on his students. One of those strategies included putting a Post-It note with a message of encouragement on each students' exam paper.

Peace students Kyle and Kenny represent their Pormpuraaw community on the fashion runaway at this year's CIAF fashion show.