Two Celebrations, One Unforgettable Weekend At Collinsville State High

School fetes, chocolate drives and raffle books are the typical norm when it comes to fundraising, but Collinsville State High School has been doing things a little differently for more than a decade.

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When the school’s Parents and Citizens Association floated the idea of a Collinsville Bacon Busters fundraiser, it's fair to say it was met with a fair degree of scepticism. And yet, twelve years later the event has become one of the region's most anticipated events, drawing visitors from far and wide and raising thousands of dollars for the school and local causes along the way.

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On Saturday 22 August, Collinsville will celebrate not one milestone, but two. The Collinsville State High School P&C Association will host the 11th Collinsville Bacon Busters, while Collinsville State High School celebrates 40 years of secondary education at its Walker Street address.

Chances are, if you've lived in Collinsville over the past forty years, Collinsville State High School has been part of your story in some way. Whether you attended the school yourself, had children or grandchildren graduate, worked there or supported it from the sidelines, the school has helped shape generations of Collinsville families. For former students, Bacon Busters weekend offers the perfect reason to come home.

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Collinsville is one of those towns that never really leaves you. No matter where life takes you, there is always a connection that draws people back — family, friendships, memories and a strong sense of belonging.

This August, former students, staff and families are invited to return and celebrate 40 years of Collinsville State High School. Reconnect with old classmates, share stories from your school days and see how the school continues to provide opportunities for the next generation of Collinsville students.

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Throughout the day, Collinsville State High School will host school tours and historical displays featuring photographs, newsletters, uniforms, trophies and memorabilia from across the past forty years. Whether you're searching for a familiar face in an old photograph, reliving sporting triumphs or simply reflecting on how much has changed, there will be plenty of opportunities to celebrate the school's rich history.

While the school celebrates its past, Bacon Busters will provide plenty of reasons to celebrate the present.

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Visitors can enjoy dog events, the Ironman competition, bikekhana, touch football, carnival rides, market stalls, food vendors, camping facilities and a licensed bar. Crowd favourites including the Mullet Competition and Best Piggin' Rig Competition will also return.

As the sun goes down, the celebrations will continue with live music until midnight. Ron and Deb from Mackay, together with local favourites Luella and Shayne, will provide the soundtrack to a fantastic day of community celebration.

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At their heart, both Collinsville Bacon Busters and Collinsville State High School's 40th anniversary are about people. They are about the students, staff, parents, volunteers, sponsors and community members who have helped shape our school and our town over the past four decades.

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So if Collinsville has ever been part of your story, make plans to return on Saturday 22^nd August.

Come back to catch up with old friends. Come back to celebrate 40 years of Collinsville State High School. Come back to see how the school and community continue to thrive.

Then join us for the Boars, Bands and Bikes, live music until midnight and a community celebration that has become one of the highlights of the year.

Because if there's one thing most people know about Collinsville, it's that no matter where life takes you, it's a town you always return to.

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