An inaugural fundraising dinner for the William Campbell College is being held in Kiama to help with the building of the College and sponsorship of a child’s eduction.

A long held dream of its founder, Minnamurra’s Bill Campbell AO, construction of the College at Nowra Hill began in August 2022 and doors will open to the first primary students in early 2023.

The William Campbell College will be a purpose built, special assistance school to support students whose specific needs are not being met by mainstream education. It will offer a holistic education system to support local students with social, emotional, behavioural or learning difficulties.

“I strongly believe that education is significant to a child’s success and growth into a positive future,” says Bill Campbell, who suffered a traumatic childhood himself.

Bill Campbell at the ground breaking ceremony

“It has been a long-term dream of mine to open a school to support the unique and individual needs of children who would otherwise be left behind in mainstream schooling environments.”

This event will feature performances by local school students, silent auctions and will be hosted by i98FM radio announcer, Marty Haynes.

Friday 7 October, The Pavilion Kiama, 6pm for 6.30pm

Tickets $120 each or $1000 for table of 10 for three courses with drinks

Book tickets or make a donation at their website.