PREPARATIONS are in full swing to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Emerald Secondary College. On Saturday 24 October, from 10am to 2pm, organisers are preparing a variety of musical performances, student displays, hourly tours of the school, a sausage sizzle, jumping castles and plenty more. Many past students are expected to support the event. Meanwhile, staff who have been involved over the past 30 years will attend a dinner on the Friday night. Pictured are singers who will perform at the celebration. From left are Pia, 17, Magenta, 16, and Hayley, 17. Picture: ROB CAREW 145628_03