Padua College, a Franciscan boys’ school in Kedron, Brisbane, is celebrating its 70th anniversary in 2026, marking seven decades of educating “Good Men” since its founding in 1956. Founded by the Franciscan Friars, the college has grown from 89 students to over 1,550, focusing on faith, community, and service.

The anniversary highlights the long-standing tradition of forming young men through Franciscan values of joy, courtesy, humility, simplicity, and peace.