WHEN the bell rings at the end of term 4 this year at The Lake Primary School, it will signify the culmination of Rod Pearce's 13-year term as principal.

While Mr Pearce said he's "absolutely loved" his teaching career. in which he has educated students at six schools across the district, he is ready to embark on an entirely different career path in real estate.

"I've always had a real love and ...