House System
As with most Australian schools, Iona College utilises a house system. Iona currently has 8 houses, many of which are named after famous Oblates. They are:
- Albini (Gold) – named after Fr Charles Albini
- Anthony (Mauve) – named after Brother Anthony Kowalczyk
- Cebula (White) – named after Fr Jozef Cebula
- Charlebois (Orange) – named after Fr Ovide Charlebois
- Gérard (Green) – named after Fr Joseph Gérard
- Grandin (Red) – named after Fr Vital-Justin Grandin
- Mackillop (Maroon) – named after Saint Mary MacKillop
- Mazenod (Blue) – named after Saint Eugene de Mazenod
Many inter-house competitions are held throughout the year, such as swimming, athletics and cross-country. Although inter-house sport is an important aspect of inter-house activities, it is by no means the only area. Houses also compete in the arts and academic arenas. The winner of each competition receives points which contribute towards the Oblate Trophy.
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