Jarlmadangah Burru Immersion – Applications Now Open for current Year 10s for 2026

Since 2009, Sacred Heart College has shared a special relationship with the Jarlmadangah Burru community in the Kimberley region of Western Australia.

Each year, eight students have the life-changing opportunity to walk gently and justly alongside the Jarlmadangah Burru community—immersing themselves in Country, culture, and the deep wisdom of First peoples.

The 2026 Jarlmadangah Burru Journey will take place from 28 June – 2 July 2026.

One of this year’s participants reflected:

"I still find it hard to find the words to describe the Jarlmadangah Immersion. We formed meaningful connections with both the school and Jarlmadangah community, learnt more about Country, and gained a deeper understanding of the culture in Jarlmadangah. It changed our lives in ways more than any of us could have imagined. There hasn't been a day that goes by where I haven't thought about Jarlmadagah, the relationships we've been able to create with each other and the land but also what the Country has been able to give me."

Students on the immersion plan and lead classroom activities for the local primary school, take turns cooking for the group, and share in community life and reflection. The experience forms part of our College’s enduring commitment to Mercy Justice and the work of reconciliation.

Applications are now open for current Year 10 students and will close on Thursday 14 November.

While the College continues to do everything possible to keep costs down, families should anticipate an increase, with an estimated cost of $3,500.

Families are encouraged to discuss and reflect together on this opportunity and to support their child’s application should they wish to apply. Further information will be provided to those who are shortlisted for the 2026 journey.