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What a challenge. What a response. What a result.
Doco in a Day 2025 brought together 289 students from across Australia — all with one mission: to use the power of storytelling to champion access to education. In just one school day, 87 short documentaries were created. And the results? Absolutely inspiring.
From creative concepts and powerful messages to strong calls for justice, every entry showed heart, talent and a genuine desire to make a difference.
With so much quality, choosing a winner was no small task. That’s why we brought in the experts:
Sal Balharrie – an acclaimed Australian writer, producer and director
Archie Chew – a talented videographer and editor with a keen eye for powerful stories
These two had the tough job of reviewing our entries — and they were blown away by the originality, impact and storytelling on show.
Team UNT from St Patrick’s College, Strathfield has taken out the top prize! You and your teacher will be heading to East Africa in 2026, where you’ll witness firsthand the incredible impact access to education can have. Get ready for a life-changing journey!
TEAM 11 from St Joseph’s College, Geelong scored the Runner-Up for Best Doco, taking home a $500 JB Hi-Fi voucher, proudly sponsored by Paywise. The judges were seriously impressed by your storytelling skills and creative vision.
The judges were so impressed by the overall standard, they asked to introduce a Highly Commended category. We’re proud to celebrate three additional docos that stood out:
Jayden C | St Joseph’s Gregory Terrace
Team DCA | Christian Brothers College
Team 1 | Parade College
A huge shoutout to our fundraising legends. Your efforts help bring real change to communities who need it most.
Top Individual Fundraiser: Aaradhya U from St Joseph’s Nudgee College takes home a $500 JB Hi-Fi voucher, thanks to Paywise.
Top Fundraising Team: Team BEP from St Pius X earns a $1000 JB Hi-Fi voucher, also sponsored by Paywise. Incredible effort!
The competition may be over, but the impact isn’t.
There’s still time to keep fundraising — and every dollar you raise helps provide education, opportunity and hope.
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Together, we’re raising voices and changing lives. Thank you for being part of something powerful.
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