Caritas 1998

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STAFFNEWS

Brenda (right) with friends .

MRS BRENDA SAUNDERS

Ms.EMMA MORRISSEY We regret to report that Ms. Morrrissey will be leaving at the end of the year. We will miss her bright personality and her friendly manner that endeared her to both staff and students.

She has broken new ground at C.L.C with work she has done with the new S.R.C. and S.E.C. and with the introduction of the teaching of Indonesian to the curriculum. When we asked her to reflect on her time at C.L.C. she made the fo ll owi ng comments.

Mrs. Brenda Saunders who left us at the end of August to take up an appointment at Presbyterian Ladies College, came to C.L.C. in 1987 as the Principal 's Secretary and She was also responsible for fee Enrollments Officer. collection and processing. For many parents Mrs . Saunders was their first point of contact with the school and they invariably found her understanding, patient and thoroughly charming. Staff and students also found Brenda always ready to li sten and to help with their concerns. Hardworking and meticulous, she did everything thoroughly and with great attention to detail , but was never too busy to give her attention to whoever called on her. We thank her for her considerable but self-effacing contribution to C.L.C. over nearly twelve years.

I started teaching at C.L.C. in 1996 - my first teaching pos1t1on. I was employed to introduce Indonesian to the L.O .T.E. curriculum.

I have loved being at C.L.C. The school is set in such beautiful surrounds and the atmosphere is very caring. Staff at C.L.C. are dedicated and really care about the well being and education of their students.

Moments I will remember and laugh about include repeatedly being mistaken for a student, leading students up paths in King 's Canyon (in the wrong direction), sliding down sno w on my stomach to the cheers of year S's and si nging and dancing with the Year 7's Amongst the C.L.C. community, I have met some remarkable people, some with outstanding language skills , some kind and warm hearted, so me strong leaders , and others wi th a strong sense of humour to get you through the worst days . I feel privileged to have known students who will certainly be the strong women leading our future .

I will remember the kindness shown to me at C.L.C. by staff, students, and parents, and wish you all success and happiness for the future .

Sampai bretemu lagi , Emma Morri ssey Good Luck Ms. Morrissey we will miss you.

Mr. DAN ROONEY We were all impressed with Mr. Rooney 's gentle manner and Irish accent; it made the telling of a story sound like poetry. Although he only spent two terms at C.L.C. as part of the English faculty we felt we had known him a lot longer. When he left, he was farewelled in fitting manner by the English faculty who led the staff in the singing of "Danny Boy". We all hope that maybe one day 'Danny Boy' will return.

Ms. LEONIE FORGIONE Another member of the L.O.T.E. faculty leaving is Ms .

Forgione. She replaced Mrs. Privitelli who left to have a baby at the end of term three. We wish Ms. Forgione well for the future .

FAREWELL MBBLAKE

We were glad and but also saddened to hear that Mr Chris Blake C.L.C Deputy Principal had been appointed Principal of Sacred Heart College (South Australia. ). We asked him to reflect on his time at C.L.C. and to tell us what changes, highlights and memorable moments he has experienced during his 19 years at C.L.C. At the end of 1998 I will have completed nineteen years of continuous service as a teacher and administrator at Catholic Ladies ' College. I was appointed to the college as Science Co-ordinator at the beginning of 1980 by the Principal Sr Patricia Nunan, and I remained in this role for seven years. For many years I taught year 7 and 8 Science as well as year 11 and 12 Chemistry, and I also had Religious Education classes at years lO, 11 and 12.

In 1987 I was appointed as Senior Teacher for two years and I have been Deputy Principal since 1989.

Many things have changed over this time. The H.S .C. was replaced by the V .C.E.; marks and grades were replaced by goal-based assessment, which was replaced by work requirements and more recently learning outcomes. In 1980 there were no computers in the school and students learned keyboarding on manual and electric typewriters . Most of the classes in years 7-10 had 36 students and there were three classes at each year level. Videos were shown using huge machines which were wheeled from class to class.

Most students travelled to school by bus or train; the uniform was brown. There were only two science laboratories in 1980, room 29 was built during that year and room 30 in 1990; the lower corridor ended at room 14 and the upper corridor ended at room 20. The R.E. Centre, Gymnasium, and Home Economics Centre were yet to be built. Mrs Wilkinson, Mrs Warrell and Mrs Pendavingh are the only current members of staff who were on the staff with me in 1980.

Schools are always busy places and each year seems filled with activities and events, not to mention the dayto-day work of teaching and learning. I have many memories of these years but I think some of the significant ones would include various liturgies such as the beautiful Easter liturgies, Carols evenings, the family Masses and the Masses for celebrations, openings and festivals . Other highlights would include year 12 camps at Gembrook, Millgrove and Mt. Macedon and year 7 camps at Pt. Lonsdale, Healesville and Lancefield. There have been some truly memorable assemblies at which I

have been privileged to li sten to inspirati onal speakers including Anna Healey this year and the many productions, musical evenings and arts festi vals have always made me feel very proud of the talents and achievements of our students.

The celebrations surrounding the Silver Jubilee in E ltham including the Festival Day, the Mass , the unveiling of the statue Ma ry of the Magnificat and the whole school photo captured fo r me the essence of the C.L.C. communi ty . Amongst the more unusual occurrences of the past years were the fl ooding of the Diamond Creek which resulted in students having to walk around the large block to get to school (with suste nance provided at McDonald ' s en route), the goat who took up residence on the school property and enj oyed eating the convent roses, and the night the roof blew off Room 4 .

There have been some sad times as well. The deaths of Connie Casey, Sr Patricia Lynch , Mi ss Janette Cl arke, Mrs Anne Green, Natalie Vita and members of students' families , were all reminders to us of the goodness of people, the legacy of lives well li ved and the extraordinary gift that life is. The spirit of the C.L. C. community was so beautifully demonstrated at the funeral service for Janette Clarke held in our college hall , and I shall never forget standing in the guard of honour with all our staff and students, bathed in the silent Autumn sunshine, as we said goodbye to Janette.

The best thing about being at C.L.C. has been belonging to a community which is engaged in the important and significant task of helping young women to learn and to take their place in the wider community. Around 2500 students have come and gone during my years here, and whilst I do not remember all of them I certainly remember many for their energy and enthusiasm, their idealism and their achievements. I have been fortunate to work with visionary principals who have been not just wonderful role models of women in leadership , but who have given witness to leadership as a service. I wish to pay particular tribute to all that Sr Patricia Nunun and Miss Patricia Ryan have contributed to this college, and especially to Patricia Ryan for her unfailing trust and support of me during the past ten years . I wish to say thanks also to the C.L.C. parents for the many ways they have assisted me and for their loyal and generous support. More than anything else I shall mi ss my colleagues, too numerous to mention individually, who have been such an important part of my life. I would like to say thanks especially to Jennifer Willis, Margaret McKenna and Mary-Ann McCudden for their friendship and help. I say farewell to C.L.C. with sadness but thank God for the privilege and richness of these years .

Chris Blake Deputy Principal On behalf of all staff, parents and students, we thank you for all you have done for C.L.C. For your sensitivity and leadership. We wish you well for the future.

The magazine editors.

STAllllEWS WELCOME TO-

CONGRATULATIONS TO-

JARRAD JOHN BONA VIA OCT. 16™ 1998. 41bs. 8 ozs.

MARISA D' ALESSANDRO who married ARTHUR TSOUKA TOS AT St Francis Xavier Box Hill on the 25th April 1998.

A WORTHY ACHIEVEMENT. Congratulations to his parents Frank and Doris.

AND CHIARA MADELINE PRIVITELLI OCT. 22°d 1998. 81bs. 12ozs.

Sister for Peter.

Congratulations to Mrs Jenny Gersch B.Sc. (Hons) Biochem. (Melb) Dip. Ed. (Monash) who was recently short-listed for the 1998 Teacher of the Year awards.

Jenny, a science teacher for over twenty years, was nominated in recognition of her outstanding efforts and success with the introduction of Systems Technology at C.L.C. Jenny' s commitment involved extensive and on-going professional development; she attended live-in weekend courses and obtained further qualifications that enabled her to teach Systems technology CSF levels 5 to7 and V.C.E. Jenny' s innovative approach to the subject is inspiring, she presents the subject in an interesting and entertaining way and her classes are abuzz with activity. Her very popular Open Day displays have encouraged parents and others to gain hands-on experience with systems Technology and to have fun at the same time.

Jenny has also helped others to incorporate technology into science teaching; for example, she assisted Physics classes to use lntellecta in datalogging magnetic field strengths. She has also been invited to give a workshop at Technology Education Association of Victoria' s Conference later this year. Jenny has also developed valuable links with industry and T AFE in her development of this area of the curriculum .

Congratulations to her parents Rosetta and Michael.

We congratulate her on her valuable contribution to the school curriculum and her commitment to instigating a shift in the culture of the College by encouraging our students to believe that "Girls can do it" with respect to Systems Technology.

S.8.C.andS.lC. At the end of 1997, the C.L.C. leadership council devised a new structure for the S.R.C. With a smaller team than in previous years, the S.R.C. was able to achieve the goals of representing the student body and work to build School spirit through improving student facilities, organizing activities and raising awareness of issues affecting life outside the school. Congratultions to the members of the 1998 S.R.C. on their many achievements this year.

S.R.C. MEMBERS BACK: K. Maloney, K. Gilbert, M. Cotter, S.Fox, K. Ioannidis, C. Gioules. MIDDLE: A. Bawden, M. Watson, E. Mankey, T. Cosgriff, C. Raleigh. FRONT: A. La Terra, A. Vaughan , C. Renny. ABSENT: E. Rubira.

SENIOR EXCUTIVE COUNCIL The aim of this council is to connect the leaders of the school. To provide support for one another and to interconnect the different aspects of the school, which it did very successfully. Having only six members the S.E.C. made it able to meet regularly, operate efficiently, and create a strong base for each member.

S.E.C. MEMBERS. BACK: D. Van Oosterom K. Gilbert, K. Petrucco.

FRONT: L.Gardner, K. Maloney.

ABSENT: H. Petropoulos.

S.R.C. REPORT

KATE MOLONEY

KA THERINE GILBERT

1998. The year has come and gone with the blink of an eye, the year that was without a doubt amazing, and definitely phenomenal. It is difficult to describe such a year in only a few words, when so many accomplishments were made by so many people. It feels like only yesterday that I slipped on my beloved black jumper, my new T-bar shoes and moved into Year Twelve. I am so proud that I was the S.R.C. President of 1998, a role which proved very challenging, however, I loved every minute of it and if only I had the chance I would do it all over again.

Leadership moved onto a new level this year with the introduction of a more versatile, but more structured system. This year for the first time the S.R.C. had only 17 members, rather than the 30 representatives as in previous years. In particular, the role of the S.R.C. Vice-President was revolutionized, so that the Vice-President Katherine Gilbert held a substantially more significant role in the school, essentially halving my responsibilities, and proving to be an essential part of the system.

The S.R.C, for the first time, consisted of five Year 12 SRC reps which were each responsible for a year level, and two reps from each other year level. Because the S.R.C. was a much tighter unit, it proved to be extremely productive, personal and efficient. The introduction of the Senior Executive Council, consisting of the Performing Arts Captain and Vice, Danielle Van Oosterom and Katie Petrucco, Sports Captain and Vice, Hannah Petropoulos and Lizzy Gardner, Katherine Gilbert, Mr. Morgan and myself, was a great success. The aim of the council was to connect the leaders of the school in such a way that they could easily gain support from one another and interconnect the different aspects of the school, which it did very successfully. Having only six members, the S.E.C. was able to meet regularly, operate efficiently, and create a strong base for each other in our roles.

The highlights of the year included the fantastic Footy Day, in which C.L.C. talent shone through in the lunchtime staff/student footy match, the Founders Day Talent Quest which was entertaining, once again showcasing extraordinary originality, and Memorial Day which was highlighted by a touching speech by Walter Mikac.

I could never have survived the year without the help and on-going support of a number of people in the C.L.C. community.

Ms. Morrissey's tremendous guidance to me and to the S.R.C. throughout the year, her energy and hard work will be sadly missed at C.L.C. next year. The Year 12's particularly the Year 12 S.R.C. and the S.E.C. girls, have been gorgeous all year, as have all of the dedicated members of the S.R.C. Holly Veale of Year 8 did a great job as S.R.C. Secretary and Andrea Vaughan was a very cool and diligent Treasurer. I can't thank Katherine Gilbert enough for everything she has done for me this year. She is a wonderf~l leader and remarkable person. Mr. Morgan and Mrs. McCudden have been wonderful, extremely patient and supportive at all times. The office ladies, Mrs. Selleck and Mrs. Hosking, have been wonderful , as has Mr. Nilsson. I must thank Mr. Blake for everything he has done for C.L.C. over the past eighteen years, and wish him the best of luck at his new school. Miss Ryan has given me great encouragement all year, and Sister Jude has been unique, to say the least.

I wish my successor, Belinda Cattapan, every success as S.R.C. President in 1999. She has already taken on the role with commitment and vitality, proving that she will make an excellent School Captain. With Belinda's talents and those of the 1999 Vice President Cody Moore combined, I am positive that they will leave a significant mark on C.L.C. as I hope that I have.

So again thank-you to everyone, and all the best for the future.

Kate Moloney S.R.C. President

S.R.C. IVlllTS "It's more than a game day" Blood, sweat and tears, it had it all! Bodies thrown in regardless of the consequences and that was just with the toss of the coin!

A windy Wednesday lunch down on the mighty muddy C.L.C. oval provided the setting for this grand battle between Bonavia's Bonecrushers (yellow) and Marshall's Man-eaters (blue).

The tactics were simple: "Get in there, get the ball and get it through the two big sticks down the end!" With the umpiring expertise from Mr. Morgan, Mr. Pearce, Mr. Blake in full attire and Mr. Garkel manning the goals together with Mrs . Francesconi and Mr. Salmic running up the line, it was a fair and entertaining, if not hilarious, contest for the cup.

SRC TALENT QUEST On Founders day 14'h of August, everyone hu stled into the hall for what was to be one of the funniest SRC Talent Quests of all times. There were acts ranging from some brave Year Ts to some hysterical Year 12's.

It was a great day with "Perchance" taking first prize.

At half time the girls came round with our welldeserved orange quarters, while the frantic coaches hatched their plans of attack. Meanwhile Peta and Danielle were recovering from their head-on collision and Megan was left nursing a dislocated elbow!

With rules abandoned, the clash between yellow and blue proved to be one continuous dive for the ball.

Undoubtedly the stars of the match were Carla who was presented with the Marg Cross medal for best on ground and the Brownlow votes going to Carla, Lizzy and Erin .

Naturally the best team won with Marshall's Man-eaters walking away with the cup!

Erica Graham Year 12 This day had begun with a footy clinic organized by the SRC for the Year 9 students and run by the Collingwood players Shane Watson, Andrew Schauble and Scott Crow.

Money raised from the Talent Quest was used by the SRC to sponsor a child from Papua New Guinea allowing her to attend school for a year.

SPORTS UNIFORMS The SRC was able to donate money for the much needed purchase of soccer tops for the senior and intermediate teams as well as tops for the senior Basketball team. With the help of these uniforms the CLC teams presented professional looking and playing athletes.

LEADERSHIP TRAINING In early February, Katherine Gilbert, Kate Moloney, Clare Gioules and Katherine Ioannidis (plus an illegitimate student, otherwise known as Tony Morgan) attended an SRC leadership weekend at Amberley . It was quite a fun weekend involving problem-solving and group activities centered on the theme of being successful leaders of the school.

Memorial Day _ The SRC invited Walter Mikac and Vanessa Di Battista to reflect on the deaths of Alannah and Madeleine Mikac who were killed at Port Arthur and of ex-student Natalie Vita who was killed in a road accident earlier this year. Walter and Vanessa both gave inspirational reflections about the people who meant so inuch to them. Plaques were erected to commemorate this moving occasion. The SRC were proud to have the opportunity to give thanks for Natalie, Hannah and Madeleine and the love they gave.

SRC TALENT QUEST

LEADERSHIPDAY On Thursday the twelfth of March all C.L.C. leaders gathered at the Eltham Community Centre for our Leadership Training Day. These leaders included the representatives from the S.R.C, classes, magazine, Performing Art's Captains, Sport's Captains and Student Councillors.

We started the day by each of us being given a sticker with the name of a famous person, a cartoon character, a book or some other category. These included James Hird, The Great Gatsby, Road Runner and Hanson.

We then found our groups of ten by the category of our stickers. These were movie stars, footy players, bands and a lot of others. After the inspirational talk by a former C.L.C. student Kelly Longton, who talked to us about the challenges of being a good leader, and the way to go about being a good leader with a five step plan, we got into our sticker groups and listed the qualities of a good leader.

This was followed by donuts and cordial for morning tea.

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Girls enjoying lunch ...... and deep in discussion

The influence of this day was soon felt around the school as various girls, and groups exerted their drive initiative, and leadership. The following is an example of this.

LAPTOPS FOR YEAR 11 The next session was led by Trish Bergin from the C.E.O. who talked to us about the commitment of being a leader and how a badge doesn't make us a leader but our commitment does . After this we got into our groups again and played a "Communication" game followed by a list of things necessary for a good speech. Then we selected five things that are important in a speech and showed everyone else. When this was over we had pizza and soft drink for lunch which was delicious. After this lunch break we got into our other groups (eg. S.R.C. , Class reps) and listed what we needed for a good meeting. When we completed this task the groups all joined together ,to sum up their findings and share their ideas of leadership. We then went home. All in all it was a great day .

Andrea Kelly Year 8

With the arrival of term two the year elevens began to complain. Their complaints ranged from the colour of their hair through to the itchiness of their jumpers and while many of these complaints could not be helped the S.R.C. did pick up on one idea. That year eleven students should be able to access the school's set of laptops.

Being the S.R.C . representative for year eleven I took thi s task on myself and conducted a survey to see how widespread the feeling was. With the results in my favour I ventured forth in quest of the Informati on Technology staff. After much grovelling it was a success.

The Year elevens are now able to borrow the laptops for both after school and weekend usage. Thi s is so methin g I'm sure has benefited a lot of students thi s year and will do in the years to come.

A big thank-you from whole of year eleven to the S.R.C. , the Information Technology Department and also to Courtney Renny for her help and support.

Andrea La Terra Year 11 SRC

SPORTS CAPTAIN'S REPORT Bei ng the successful year it was, 1998 was defi nitely a challenging one fo r all.

It too was a co mmend able one, especiall y in sport due to the on going support from the PE Staff, teachers, students and the House Captains. Th roughout this year we have fo und many talented sports stars who have ri sen from below to excel in many of the new spo rts introduced this year. The introd ucti on of Soccer was a hit and with only a few months to train , we decided on flas hy uniforms to at least make us look th e part! Softball and vo lleyball were also additions to th e team sports and were also very successful and enjoyed by all.

The Inter-house Swimming Sports were held at Greensborou gh as usual, and thi s ki cked off the sport fo r the year. Many students supported their house colours and their House Captains, whi ch made th e say a great success. With outstanding individual efforts by the usual fi sh, many students advanced on to the S.C.S .A. lnterschool swimming carni va l held at the Melbourn e Sports and Aqu ati c Centre.

We would like to take thi s opportunity to th ank the school swimming team fo r their dedication to sport and fo r their dedi cati on to earl y mornin g training sessions.

Following the swimming came the Inter-house Athl eti cs carnival held at the Doncaster Athl eti cs Track. This day was full of participati on from all students whether it was co mpeting in an event, supporting or helping out with the run ning of events. All of the House Captains dressed up madl y for the day showi ng their enthu sias m for sport at C. L.C. Ou r majo r hi ghli ght fo r th e year was the honour of hostin g the S.C. S.A Athletics at Olympic Park . A lot of time and effort was put into making thi s a momentous day fo r both spectators and co mpetitors. With everyone ' pitching in' thi s was the day we hoped it would be and Mr Pearce fo und hi s hidden talent in keeping us up to date with the weath er and wh at was going on around us.

Lizzy Gardner & Hannah Petropoulos

Throughout the year, many students were identified fo r th eir sporting capabilities and were awarded medals at the last school assembl y for their on going perfo rmances.

A special menti on must go to our very own Vice Sports Captain - Li zzy Gardner for receiving the Janette C larke Sports Award.

This was an extremely well deserved award, as her on going contribution to sport and her personal perfo rmances have helped to enhance the sporting reputation of the school.

The endl ess enco uragement and support from the PE staff was what got us throu gh the year and all of th e sporting events. Their dedicati on to PE at C. L.C is honourable and they each put in an immense effort to ensure the best programs for the students. We would like to take thi s opportunity to th ank the PE staff, es peciall y Mrs Willoughby who organised all the events and made them what they were.

A special menti on and HUGE th anks must go to Mrs Cross, who once again found the time in her busy schedule to help us out on sports days and with sporting teams. Her contribution to spo rt at C. L.C is admi rable and Mrs Cross is always welcome back fo r her spot on ad vice in Netball. Thanks heaps Mrs Cross - yo u' re a Gem !

We woul d also like to th ank all of the House Captains fo r a superb year. They helped us out all year and we couldn ' t have done it wi th out th em. Their continu al support and enthusiasm brought sport to a hi gher level and was recogni sed by all.

To the sports captains next year - Nacara Co nstance, Bree Boyl e and Kathryn Di Bell a, we wi sh you the best of luck and we hope th at you receive the same amount of, if not even more support that we got thi s year and we wi sh you every success. Last but not least, we would like the thank C. L.C. and out peers in Year 12 who nomin ated us fo r thi s inspiring role; it was definitely a challenge and experi ence neither of us will ever fo rget. THANKS!

Hannah Petropoulos Sports Captain

HOUSECAPTAINS VINCENTIA C. Meehan, N. Constance L. O'Sullivan, M. Phan.

MARITA V .Rischitelli, G. Cumberland K. Jones

LOYOLA A.Costa, V. Hewson, K. Bell, E. Harrington

AIKENHEAD N. Costanzo, J. Taylor, J. Maher, A. Vaughan

TOWARDS2000 CURRAJEEN Plans to convert the former convent building Currajeen into a senior campus for Year 12' s in 1999, heralds a new era for C.L.C. The Currajeen Committee presented its 'Vision for Currajeen' to the Board of Directors, following several months of deliberations and consultations with staff and senior students. At this stage the architectural firm of 'Smith and Tracey' has been appointed to translate this vision into reality .

The unique character of the building lends itself to the provision of an adult environment and enables us to create a new educational and social environment for our Year 12 students, one which recognises the fact that they are young women about to make an important transition from school to tertiary education and to the wider world of work. The internal layout of the building provides wonderful opportunities for diversity and flexibility - ideal attributes for the technological complexities of education in the 21 51 Century .

A senior campus in the Currajeen will also release spaces within the main building and provide opportunities to address future curriculum needs across the whole school. These exciting developments will greatly enhance the College facitlites and are integral to 'Towards 2000 Strategy Plan ' presented earlier this year.

YEAR12RETREAT In March the Year 12 students enjoyed a relaxing break for four days , retreating at either Mt. Macedon or Marysville camps. By having this retreat, the students were able to make some new friendships, focusing on their past experiences and working towards brighter futures , growing spiritually amongst the beautiful surroundings.

Annette Aloi (Netty) Don ' t pani c!

Loredana Alvaro I'm dazed and confused!

DAGNAMMIT ! Stoli

Megan Amos Don ' t call me AMOS! TG9

Lauren Ansell (Lozza) Ah . ...... Now I get it!!

Louise Antonello I can't handl e this, she is so annoyin g.

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Andrea Barker (Angie Barks) That's so bad .. .. .I love it!

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Rachel Barry Alic ia, wanna chip in for a diet coke?

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Katherine Bell (Bill) I'm a thundabird rave dancer man!

Loretta Bolzonello Oi Nuts! VA FA TE . ...

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Judi Chambeyron I don' t wanna be cute, I wanna be Sexy!

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Marni Cleland Who wants to come to Macca's with me?

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Lauren Colbert (Lozza) I' m sooo ready to be a pop star! !

Kellie Coleman (SmellKel) I should have paid more attenti on to my VCE.

Annmarie Collins They don' t have whips anymore!

I love a good whip!!

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Moira Cotter (Moi) My parents are coming back a week early. NOT!

Carla De Angelis Bitchy? But I'm just being honest.

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Susan Dessmann (Susie Boobie) Shh .. .. .I ' m thinking.

Felicity Dobson Thi s mornin g I had a pimple argume nt with my face!

Megan Dobson Just call me Candy Girl!

Rachael Elso (Rach, Rachie) Don' t hurt my duc k! !

Kate Evans I'm 18 and I still don' t even fee l like a grown up' B3

Sally Collins (Grot) Let's get up to some mischief!!

Alicia Fleming Hey Rach , wanna go another diet coke?

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Julianna Franco I didn't mean it!

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Renee Forbes But I'm only littl e !

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Sarah Fox Are you sure thi s doesn ' t have chicken salt on it?

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Nicole Gaff (Gaffo) I can ' t decide!

Lizzy Gardner (Lizzay) I still write my name on my milk.

Love ya Lane.

Terese Garreffa (Gazz) I don ' t get it either man!

Katherine Gilbert (Gilbo) My nose is normal!

Clare Gioules I'm so excited!

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Erica Graham My friends mum ran over my ankle.

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Vanessa Hewson Oh, I forgot that too!

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Kate Howard (Howie) Who's up for a cartwheel?

SASSY#8

Kathryn Ioannidis Can I hand it in at the end of the day?

Alyssa Heim (Lyss) I can't feel my face!!

Kim Hennessy What? What? What was that?

Leanne Higham Am I a nerd?

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Kathy Houlihan It's over now ...... and it's highly amusing.

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Lisa Howard Does anyone wanna come to the phone with me?

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Teresa Iaconis (Ian) I wasn't in class, I had period pain man!

Michelle Jakovac Not straight away ... ... maybe after a week!

Kristen Jenner (Jones) No, really! Jason and I are going out!

Kelly Jones (Kel, Smell, K.J) I could so be buffy !

Laura Keegan You're silly!

Ciara Lambe (Kia) If I die tomorrow, will this problem be important?

Adriana Lostia Boodanclan - Does the radio go any louder . . .. .... crappe TG3

Bianca Lucantonio Homework! What's that?

Anna Maguire (Spanna) Do you want a paper-cut in your eye ball ?

Jennifer Maher "Jen" My finger 's stuck in the chair.

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Natalie Marsh (Natty) I need a coke. Can I borrow $1.20

Laura May (Lauz) It's not STD to call my house!

Katie Maynes Do, do , doo - Yes , that's right!!

Amanda Mc Donald (A.Mac) Innocent? . . .I can be a bad girl!

SASSY#5

Clare Meehan I'm illegitiment, I can ' t read.

I'm choking.

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Sara Molloy Just "GREAT!

Kate Moloney I don't want to touch, just look !

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Deborah Micallef I don ' t know. Don ' t ask me stupid questions .

Bree Moriarty Hey Kel, I don' t have one. Can I borrow one of yo ur 's?

Amy Moylan It's AMY , not Amalia.

W ho's selling choco late?

Susan Motyer l can ' t, my dad won ' t let me!

Andrea Muller G ive me pi gs in mud '

Justine Mowlam Say it with GUTSO!

Nadine Muscat Leave me alone, I'm not in the mood.

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Justine Petersen (Pete) I do n' t get it man !

Hannah Petropoulos You get that though - yeah . . ... naturally

Katie Petrucco You don' t understand . . .I need a banana !

Emma Porter I ' ll as k Michele first!

Sarah Price (Eric) What hair colour this week man? !

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SASSY#6

Heidi Richardson No Comment.

Vanessa Rischitelli Hey waiter, I reed a nefill !

SASSY#4

Natasha Robinson (Tasha) I've gotta get me some of those! !

Brooke Ryan Is Galileo still alive?

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Belinda Salvucci (Chich, Belli) Me, a bitch? Never. Whatever!

It' s so not funny!

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Michele Scarce Hey Gorgeous! Call me at Emma's!

Melinda Schmidt Hey Kate, here's some advice from an expert. . ...

Erin Shannon I'm going to be doing History homework for the rest of my life!

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Daniela Soccio VAFACAFFEE .. . . ... . .

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Lauren Sonza (Loz) Missed the lights perving at 2 guys.

Full on hardcore embarrassing!

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Daniela Sozio BO'

Joanna Stekel (Joseph) Don't make me touch the nipple, man!

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Lisa Strickland Is there an ATM on Ayres Rock?

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Peta Sullivan I've got 20 cents, can I please have a Burbourn?

Sarah Sweeney (Sweaty)

Lucy Tanfara

Tania Tartaglia (Tunny)

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Ri ght is right. Left is wrong.

Nobody ever listens to me . . ...

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Jennifer Taylor " Jenny" What? M organ' s looking fo r me?

W hy? Am I in trouble ?

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Sarah Thomson (To m) I wa nna steak, man !

Cassandra Turner Are you fo r real ? What a loser. ..... .

Danielle Van Oosterom Do what makes you happy !

Carla Villani Just one more questi on . . .. .

I still don ' t get it !

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Olivia V rancic l' m going home soon ... Naaa, l'll go now'

Katharine Walter "Kate" I'm sorry I was late . . . .I th ought it was recess.

Tamara Warren (Warrick) What time does the 7 .30 report Start, man? '

Helene Warrillow (Lane) Mmm ... Me n in uniform , that rocks , Li zzay ! !

Catherine Woodhouse "Cathy" I hate June Jones . . . I want to be a ballerina !

Marielle Yeoh Don ' t sleep. Sleep when you're dead' LOLLIES#4

Sarah Williamson I promise I'll like him tomorrow' SASSY#7

11.C.£ '91 Our 1997 Year 12 students are to be congratulated on their V.C.E. results and tertiary placements. The college is proud of the achievements of every student and would like to thank the girls' families for their support throughout the year and the V.C.E. teachers who give so much individual time and attention to each student. Thanks too, to the staff as a whole who have played such a vital role over the last six years in helping each girl realise her personal potential.

challenges of the future but also make a real difference in the world around them.

Lindsey Hendry Careers Counsellor

SPECIAL AW ARDS

All I 06 students in Year 12 1997 successfully completed their V .C.E. In particular, congratulations go to our highest achieving student, Lucinda Mason who achieved a TER (Tertiary Entrance Rank) of 99.00 and to the students who achieved TERs over 90: Nicola Fitzgerald, Barbara Bonetto, Louise Robinson, Reema Abouzeid, Jamie Hartigan, LisaJayne Mifsud, Mariella McKinley, Fiona Wong, and Leifa Singleton.

Students in all subjects obtained high results with 63 study scores of 40 or above being attained. Scores of 45 or over were achieved in one or more subjects by Barbara Bonetto, Katherine Gilbert (Yr I I), Clare Gioules (Yrl I), Jamie Hartigan, Kate Howard (Yrl I), Alicia Kegele, Lucida Mason, Katie Maynes (Yrl I), Mariella McKinley, Lisa-Jayne Mifsud, Louise Robinson, Brooke Ryan (Yr. I I) Lefa Singleton, Fiona Walsh and Fiona Wong.

In addition 4 7 Year I I students successfully completed a Year 12 V .C.E. subject which wi II contribute to their final V.C.E. results at the end of 1998.

Mariella McKinley had her quilt chosen for the Top CA Ts Exhibition at the National Gallery of Victoria

Katherine Gilbert received a Premjer' s A ward for her outstanding VCE Dance achievements

TERTIAR Y ENTRY Most students were successful in gaining a tertiary place of their choice with 75 % enrolling at university, 18% at TAPE, 2% in apprenticeships and 5% in the workforce.

The pleasing academic results outlined were achieved against a wider backdrop of school and community involvment.

Many girls held responsible leadership roles in debating, sport, dramatic and musical productions and other activities both within and outside the school.

We feel confident that all our students have develop~d lifelong skills and personal qualities which will help them not only face the

Lucinda Mason was presented with the Outstanding Academic A ward for 1997.

Tessa Sibbel was awarded a scholarship to study Speech Pathology at La Trobe University

SPEC/Al AWARDS

CAL TEX ALL-ROUNDER AW ARD

SCHOOL SPIRIT AW ARD The school spirit award was given for the first time this year. This award was sponsored by the Old Collegians Association and is to be presented to a Year 12 student who, over her time at the college has shown a depth of commitment to C.L.C. by her involvement and encouragement of others in a variety of areas of school life .

The inaugural recipient of this award has certainly filled these criteria. She has been an outstanding role-model to younger students of what it means to be a C.L.C. student. She has publicly displayed her enthusiasm for and devotion to the college. She has worn the badge of C.L.C. with pride on many occasions.

She has represented the college in netball and volleyball competitions. She was selected as a delegate to the Victorian schools Constitutional Convention . She has received a Certificate of Honour in leadership for her outstanding contribution to the S.R.C. She has also been a student representative of the college Curriculum Committee.

However it is not just for her public achievements, but also her day to day involvement in the life of the school that marks thi s student as a worthy recipient of the School Spirit Award, many of her acts of kindness, encouragement and support being noticed only by a few and receiving no formal recognition but in subtle and significant ways improving the tone and quality of life fo r all.

The winner of the 1998 "School Spirit Award" was won

by Stephanie Puls . Congratulations

Katherine Gilbert, the winner of this year's Caltex allrounder award has been a student who has been outstanding in academic, cultural, sporting and leadership areas throughout her time at C.L.C .

She has represented the college in netball and athletics for a number of years. ~er

academic results have been outstanding, culminating m. V.C.E. Academic Awards in RE, English, Chemistry, History and Specialist Maths . In 1997 she received a "Latrobe University Outstanding Achiever in Maths Award".

Katherine has been a major participant in the Performing Arts events since year 7 including Rock Eisteddfods in 1994 and 1996, Aspects of Eve, Grease, and The Wiz. She also assisted with the choreography for the production of the "Wiz" Dance is her great love and in 1996 she received the Australi an Academy of Dance Junior Ballerina of the Year Award . In 1997 she was awarded a Premier' s Award for V.C.E. Dance. She has often delighted us with her elegance, poise and skill in the area of dance. She has always been willing to share her time and expertise in helping younger students learning to dance.

In leadership positions she has represented the College with distinction . She was a member of the One Australia Youth Congress and in 1997 attended the Australian Youth forum and participated in the 1998 Victorian Youth Forum as a group Facilitator. Also in 1998 she was a finalist in the Em Ainger public Speaking Competition.

She has been a Peer support Leader and this year was elected S .R.C. Vice-President and has been an active member of the Senior Executive Council.

We congratulate Katherine and wish her every success for the future .

SPECIALACHIEllEMEllTS 118 At our last full school assembly for 1998 a number of awards were made to students for Academic and Endeavour achievements in the different V.C.E. subjects.

ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AND ENDEAVOUR AW ARDS-UNITS 1 AND 2 SUBJECT

ACHIEVEMENT

ENDEAVOUR

R&S Unit 2: Ethics English 1&2 Literature 1&2 General Maths (Spec) l &2 General aths (Fur) I &2 Maths Methods 1&2 Chemistry 1&2 Biology 1&2 Physics 1&2 Psychology 1&2 Art 1&2 Graphic Communication 1&2 Drama 1&2 Legal Studies l &2 Accounting 1&2 Economics 1&2 Geography 1&2 History 1&2 Information Tech. l &2 Materials and Tech. l &2 Physical Education l &2 Italian 1&2 German 1&2

Laine McCully Gianna Bunney Tanya Goodison Emma Northrop Andrea La Terra Holly Gray Belinda Cattapan Holly Gray Belinda Cattipan Carley Johnston Alesandra De Luca Elizabeth Davies Tarin Kearney Sharmila Bose Megan Cosgriff Mare Ioannou Kate Byrne Charlotte Bailey Jade Torcasio Kate Byrne Kathryn Di Bella Liana Campobosso Dhineli Perera

Carla Madaferi Elizabeth Davies Amanda Parmenter Lisa Davi s Erin Brown Stephanie Otto Stacey Frangos Megan Dyer Emma Northrop Sharmila Bose Katrina Galle Cody Moore Kathleen Spaul Rhiannon Bux Julie Poci Claire Pitcher Danielle Buccella Emma Northrop Kate Byrne Emily Towan Chantel Nunan Lauren Gatto Kate Galea

ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AND ENDEAVOUR AW ARDS UNIT 3 AND 4 SUBJECT

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English

Kathryn Gilbert

Literature Specialist Maths Further Maths Maths Methods Chemistry Biology

Kate Howard Julianna Franco Carla de Angel is Katherine Gilbert Katherine Gilbert Judith Chambeyron

Kate Maynes Vanessa Hewson Laine McCully Judy Chambeyron Danielle van Oosterom Erica Graham Julianna Franco Amy Moylan

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Physics Psychology Art Graphic Communication Music Craft Drama Legal Studies Accounting Economics Geography History Information Processing and Management Technical Design and Development Human Development Physical Education German Italian

Julianna Franco Kate Howard Rachael Nolan Brooke Ryan Catherine Woodhouse Danielle van Oosterom Melinda Schmidt Kate Howard Stephanie Puls Audra Liubinas Katherine Gilbert Megan Cosgriff

Kate Evans Jennifer Maher Tamara Warren Rachael Nolan Anna Moran Catherine Woodhouse Marielle Yeoh Jennifer Maher Annette Aloi Renee Haddock Sarah Thomson Annette Aloi

Claire Bastow

Adriana Lostia

Bree Boyle Jennifer Maher Alyssa Heim Nicole Condemi

Rhiannon Bux Brooke Ryan Erica Graham Leanne Higham

Rio Tinto National Youth Science Forum Belinda Cattipan of Year 11 has won a scholarship to attend this forum to be held in Canberra in January . Belinda will attend the forum and stay at the University of Canberra for two weeks.

Congratulations to Belinda.

S.R.C. AWARDS 1998 During the year several girls have given most generously of their time and talents to help with the many events and activities that we have all enjoyed. In recognition of their contribution to the school the S.R.C. have given awards to the following girls:

SERVICE Samantha Ryan, Carla Davies, Stephanie Puls, Holly Veale, Vanessa Hewson, Jennifer Dove, Claire Gardner, Danielle Jenner, Kylie Handford, Andrea Muller, Cathy Woodhouse Katherine Gilbert.

LEADERSHIP Lizzy Gardner, Katie Petrucco, Danielle van Oosterom, Kathryn Ioannidis, Chantelle Raleigh, Kate Moloney.

ACHIEVEMENT Jennifer Maher, Rachael Nolan, Lizzy Gardner, Katie Weston

SPIC/AlACH/llllMINTS NILUMBIK YOUTH ART SHOW

Lizzy Gardner JANETTE CLARKE AW ARD Janette Clarke was a much loved popular young Physical Education teacher at C.L.C. at the time of her sudden death.

Janette was an outstanding athlete herself and excelled in swimming. She was the holder of a long standing State record and was awarded a scholarship to train in America. It is in her memory that this award is made to the girl who has shown the same dedication , enthusiasm and love for sport that she did.

This year the award was made to Lizzy Gardner who has shown she is a champion in many areas. Lizzy (who incidentally is the school Vice-sports captain) finished fourth in the vault in the National Gymnastics Championships held in Darwin in October. She came I 2th overall and was a member of the Victorian team which came third overall. She has represented Victoria five years in a row as well as being a member of a national champion team twice. At State level she won the level 10 Victorian Championship with some spectacular routines to win vault bars and beam.

Lizzy not only excels in gymnastics, her name can be found in nearly every possible team al C.L.C. and she is a talented athlete and swimmer.

Apart from her personal achievements, Lizzy has assisted with the training of students at C.L.C. and assisted with the organizing and running of both the Athletic and Swimming sports.

C.L.C. has developed a reputation over the last eight years for the positive contribution our students have made to the success of this show which is supported by the secondary schools and also includes independent entries from young artists in the Nillumbik Shire. The C.L.C. members of the student committee (R. Allen , C. Bailey) joined students from other schools to play a responsible role in the organisation and presentation of this show.

C.L.C. preformed exceptionally well. Congratulations to all the girls who participated and to the girls who were selected by the judges for awards.

YEAR 7-8 ; E.Mosca (painting 2nd prize), R.Shepherd (Drawing 1" Prize) B.Stephens (Sculpture Commendation) YEAR 9-10: I.Machuca (Drawing 2nd prize), A.Thake (Mixed Media 1st Prize), I.Machuca (Mixed Media Commendation) YEAR 11-12: L.Campobasso (Mixed Media 1" Prize) T.Warren (Mixed Media 2nd Prize) A.De Luca (Sculpture 1" Prize) K.Crea (Textiles 2nd Prize)

NILUMBIK REVOLVING ARTS PROGRAM This is a new initiative by the Nillumbik Shire. The Youth Centre in Eltham is in the process of being upgraded to provide a number of services to the youth of the community. As a consequence of this, two of our students, Christine Jowett and Kristen Mathews, worked on the Steering Committee to develop policy for this centre. They also participated in the organisation of an Inaugural Art Show held at the Youth Centre. This show was purely for involvement and not competitive. The aim was to encourage youth in the area to use the facility and to feel ownership of the space.

Congratulations to Christine and Kristin for their involvement and input.

INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF THE OCEAN AW ARD Congratulations to Ines Machuka who won 2 00 Prize for her mixed media art work at this competition run by the Soroptimist Society

She is a worthy winner of the Janette Cl arke Award.

Congratul ations Lizzy !

Siobhan Robinson with Marg Cross

MARG. CROSS AW ARD This year a new sports award was introduced to recognise the girl who has excelled in school sports. This year the awarcLwas made to Siobhan Robinson who has excelled in both swimming and athletics.

'SPINAL INJURIES AWARENESS WEEK' POSTER AW ARD. Congratulations to Liana Campabosso who won 2"d prize in this competion.

YEAR 12WRITING PARIS WINTER With her dark hand she clutches the flowers , holding them close to her rounded breast. Her long, white arm reaches out to the bare, isolated tree, gently plucking the sweet coloured blossoms from its fingers. The air is dim ; crowded with expectation and rain . It is winter. Her eyes mourn the life she once possessed, as she gazes down onto the people in the street.

She sees an old man coming home from work; tired, dissatisfied and lonely.

He opens the door to his apartment which is as dull as hi s present situation. The mat outside his door reads BONJOUR! - but there is no sign of welcome on his face. She wants to touch him and hold him and give him back a piece of the happiness she knew he would have had when he was young. This is her ai m. To give the miserable folk a part of her angelic soul, to help them smile and to help them live.

She sees the women through the window , working tirelessly over needle and thread, making clothes for those who can enjoy them. They ' re hunched over, surrounded by clouded candle light; sewing, stitching, cutting, pu lling, threading, squinting, piercing, sighing. A day's work is never done, and a smile has not entered this room since the women's hair was dark and they had been flirting with the young men of their dreams. All so long ago now. Her eyes shut close; the women have not fo rgotten - they only push the memories away. She is breathing hard now. Why can't they see that they are livi ng? Why must they act like the dead? - they have eternity to live like that... Her large wings of emotion slowly droop as she realises they cannot hear or see her.

She sees a broken man , bending under the weight of confusion and his endless struggle to conform to a life whose laws are written by an unfeeling society. He cowers behind the shabby facade of hi s cramped dwelling ... searching for meaning through his few possess ions. He too - like the women - dreams of the past when he had been young, attractive and in love. She hangs her head in sorrow now . It 's all too late; he wishes to end it all ; he thinks he wants to j o in her in the sky. Her heart screams "Open your eyes! You are alive!" But the broken man 's eyes close firmly , locking m his soul ... forever.

She cries tears of despair. Blue agony shades the night.

A lone bird flies the fruitless skies, as she continues her search.

She thinks she hears music - sweet melodies rising and falli ng with the wind . Her head cocks up - ears prick crani ng her neck, she peers through a dirty window. It's the attic; grime lines the glass - but the blood filled shadows of the dancers can still be seen. A small calming hope showers her - or is it rain? No, it's hope. These young people are dancing, laughing . She sees two lovers, close and trembling from deep burning desire. Heated energy and life-giving emotions fill the small, rottin room . She cries tears of thankfulness now.

Such a small light in a world of bleak darkness. But it is worth the pain, she thinks. She still must try to help those who suffer, but the greatest reward is to see those who are genuinely happy. She lets go of her flowers now - letting their wild yet beautiful blossoms float down over the misery below. Blowing a kiss, she moves away, the sad faces slowly disappearing. She takes a final glance at the street.

Rachael Nolan Yr. 12

YEAR 11WRITlllG SHEER BLISS At first glance you ' re speechless for no words can describe the wonder of what you see. Drawn I by its splendor, all doubts disappear and without hesitation you move in further.

Although simple in appearance, despite its glamour, the appeal of it is so complex that one must step back to fully grasp it. So delicate in its beauty, like a cloud, that one might expect to see it floating above the heavens. No longer satisfied by visual pleasure, you take the next step into the oasis of delight and imaginings.

You open your mouth and seductively lick your lips, as if in some erotic fantasy. As it touches your lip a cold chill runs right through your body and excited by this strangely delightful agony, you take it further into your mouth.

Your mind wanders, like on an erotic journey, through flavors and tastes like no others. However your concentration is soon regained by a sickly yet sweet smell, which takes you further, further into your arousal.

At this moment your entire body is alive with pleasure. As it enters your mouth you feel the creamy liquid drip down the front of your face, onto your hot sweaty body. Each drop is like a dagger piercing your skin, but the pain is sweet and simply adds to your excitement.

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Not yet satisfied you go for a third time. This time you 're a professional. You know the pain, you know the delight, but you're still more excited than each time before. It is no longer just a desire, it has mutated into a need, you can no longer control it and you don ' t want to . You wish that this moment could last forever, that you could always have it, that it would always be there for you. However you know that this can't be, the weather is warm and soon it will lose its firmness, cease to be hard and melt away. You slowly lick up around the edges, and scoop up what's left lying around using your tongue like a spoon.

As you finish up a tear comes to your eye. You smile and say to yourself, "Next time I'll have Chocolate" Year 11 Student

••••••••••••• MY ANGEL BABY Ten little fingers and ten little toes, streamlined but floppy, with impossibly dainty, pearly white, nails.

Fingertips with swirly patterns that are too small to take as fingerprint. My hardened hand against yours, so white and small, shows just the beginning of so much to grow into.

Resting against the bed-end two tiny crinkly feet, soft and cool as a moistened cotton ball, so out of proportion to the chubby little legs. They surely could never be called upon to hold weight. Knees with fold s and crevices behind show an attempt at movement.

Soft lose skin folds around the body, like that of a fuzzy 'Roly dog' needing soon to be grown into.

Finally understood is the saying "Soft as a baby' s bottom" so smooth so white. The rounded pudgy tummy with a newly acquired belly button makes no sound, full of mum's food it is content and at rest.

The exposed, silken whitened chest yet to meet the sun, to wonder at its glory, to have a little fun . A quiet arm lays to each side with dimpled flawles s elbows.

With a tender touch to the hand, spongy but satin palms are revealed ; the skin is dewy fresh , a little cool.

The shoulders new and rounded are yet to be developed, they cannot hold the elfish head high. The fuzzy head fits into the cradle of my hand, feels velvety, covered with baby fluff. A perfectly placed button nose holds precedence at the centre of the peaceful face. When looked into, the flecked blue, bright eyes, completely calm, the watcher with their crystal clarity. Little velvet eyelids with downy lashes threaten to fall. A moistened mouth with rosy lips, soft pink tongue and toothless gums ; the opening to the little lungs. Born still and silent. Fault lies with the recently unnecessary lungs, they couldn't cope with the task of a breath. My motionless beautiful.

Blue angel baby. Spread your pure white downy wmgs.

To touch your skin with tortured bliss. Taste salty lips with a motherly kiss. Sweet smell, pure baby skin.

We hear no sound come from within. See you there in body only.

Cody Moore Year 11

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WORKIXPIRllllCI ATTHIAUSTiii&RIPAl MEDICAL Cl/1181 From the 23rd to the 27th of March the Year I I 's became part of the Melbourne workforce. Although there were "horror stories" my experience was nothing short of amazing. I was pri viledged enough to be given the opportunity to attend my week of work experience at the Austin & Repatriation Medical Centre.

I found it a very worthwhile and rewarding experience due to the variety of tasks I completed and the fa ct that each day was different.

In my week I managed to work in clinical photography, neuropsycholog y and pathology, and interesting events such as the dissection of a human brain.

Work experience was a chance for me to explore an occupation in the workforce keeping in mind future career prospects.

Belinda Cattapan Year II

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YEAR 11 FORMAL As one by one the shiny limousines pulled into the crowded parking bay everybody craned forward to see the next glamorous couple step out into the night air.

No it wasn't the Oscars, nor the Academy Awards, (though it may well have been). But in fact it was an annual event of equal importance: the Catholic Ladies' College Year Eleven Formal.

The dress ..... the shoes .... the hair and make-up appointments... the limo hire.. the partner... the tickets . .. the after party. This was just about all anybody had talked about for weeks, if not months.

There were a few last minute horror stories of partners pulling out, or make-up appointments being cancelled, or dresses still being made with only three hours to go!

But the big night arrived without too many hitches.

The photographer had a tremendous feat ahead of him, as it became apparent throughout the night that this gorgeous group of students was not particularly camera-shy. Looking as sophisticated as we did on this occasion, photo sessions were an essential order. The guys even scrubbed up all right in a suit and tie and didn't complain too much as they were dragged over to the photographer.

This night could never have been such a huge success without the long hours spent organizing the reservation for Lincoln Receptions, the floor space for all the extra last minute tables, the caterers, the photographer and the multitude of tickets. Thank-you to Mrs. Young and the year eleven year level reps for their dedication to this great night, which is still the source of many lunchtime discussions.

Only six months until we do it again.

Cody Moore

Year 11

ULURU Well I was fortunate enough to have an amazing experience of the 'great outdoors' this year with my best friends: the 1-998 Central Australia Trip! Boy! Was it an experience and a memory of a lifetime. Ten days in a tent, in a climate that was supposed to be the hottest in the country. I was really expecting to feel the heat, with 'good old' us dragged up in the Melbourne weather. Of course with our luck we got the most rain the area had experienced in FORTY YEARS!! But you know what? It made it an even more memorable holiday.

Along with the weather conditions, we injured a mighty lot, and we're not just talking wet tents, cold and fights for the clothes dryers at 3.00am in the morning but also the jolly climb up 'The Rock" Of course we were very disappointed when we arrived in our climbing gear to find it was closed. We were determined not to let it wreck our day so we went for a walk along the bottom of the rock.

Later in the day we drove past the climb to find that it had been opened because of the sunshine. Excited we all jumped out of the bus and got started on the huge Mama hill. Two and a half-hours later Megan, Cody, and I were the first to reach the top and not long afterwards the others had arrived too. While we were taking photos and checking out the overwhelming views the clouds were setting in. Then all of a sudden the sky began to stir and the wind became vicious. In the panic of the terrifying wind and rain we all began hurrying towards safety before it got really slippery. Woops! Too late, I fell seven metres down the Rock screaming in panic! But I would have to say the highlight of the day was when the park rangers had to come with ropes to rescue the others!

However I will never forget the excitement and beauty of this part of our country and thank the teachers- Ms .

Twigden, Mrs. Mason, Mrs. Flanagan, and Mrs . Seow, for making this experience possible Elisha McCormack Year 11

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YEAR 10LEADERSHIP PEER SUPPORT Peer Support played a significant role yet again in assisting primary students with their transition into secondary school. Thirty Student leaders were chosen and trained in December. These leaders were involved in the Year 7 Orientation day. After the training days the girls are ready and eager to start their small Year 7 groups.

Peer Support enables Year 7 students to gain confidence in their new school and, with the assistance of their leaders, to resist harmful peer pressure. The planned activities assist in increasing self-esteem, confidence, decision making and friendships. Through the program the young people can explore their own talents and attributes.

Year 10 leaders become more confident, better organised and their communication skills become highly developed. The skills that the girls learn as leaders will be very effective in the many situations the girls will need to face in later life.

K.Darling and A.McKay

PEER SUPPORT LEADERS BACK: R.Palumbo, K.Tancredi, E.Flanagan, R.Nisbet, E.O'Sullivan, N.Gilmartin, J.Gooden, E.McKenna, N.Leech, D.Hanlon , C.Audley.

MIDDLE: L.O' Malley, C.Vincent, D.Meehan, K.Weston, L.Droge, K.Bugeja, L.Guille, B.Green, N.Pettolino, E.Strickland , S.Whiteside.

FRONT: M.Henry, K.Baxter, R.Stekel. ABSENT: K.Davis, Y.Formica, A.Heard, J.Kennedy, C.Satori , F.Shaw.

PEER MEDIATION Sixteen Year I 0 girls spent three half days training to be Peer Mediators at C.L.C. this year. Their task is to act as medi ators at years seven, eight and nine. Medi ation is a structured problem solving process designed to encourage people in conflict to identify the issues that are in dispute, consider options and work towards agreements that will meet the needs of all parties.

The skills that are required for mediation are numerous. They include active listening, questioning, analysing, empathising, speaking clearly and logically, and a lot of creative thinking. The values that mediation are based on include respect for self and others, valuing differences, personal integrity and belief th at if handled properly, can result in a change for the better.

PEER MEDIATION LEADERS BACK: C.Milczuk, D.Falleti , A.Studdert, A.Thake.

MIDDLE: J.Zaccaria, G.De Luca, Z.Banner, S.Scott, B.Zolis , M.Thorose.

FRONT: R.McVeigh , L.Taranto.

ABSENT: J.O' Brien, A.Neil son , C.L' Huillier.

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STDDl/11ARTIKH/8/T/011 Once again the C.L.C . Visual Arts Exhibition was held in the school hall and was a brilliant success. It consisted of work from all year levels and as Liana Campobasso (year 11) noted, the purpose of this exhibition was to show student work in a fun , relaxed, non-competitive environment. On review it was realised that the show created an exemplary example of co-operation between staff and students who worked hard over a long period of time to prepare the displays.

The work was set out in the hall creating some interesting spaces. "The small room featuring the mermaids on a mirror floor was beautiful and magical" commented Ellie Swindon (year 11). The ceramics exhibit and the mermaid centre-piece were brought to life as the coloured lights danced around ' Neptune's chair'. The use of the theme "Year of the Ocean" was evident in all forms of artwork from each of the year levels and this created a fantastic unity throughout the whole exhibition. Senior students remarked on the fact that the exhibition was well constructed - the theatrical entrance was an inviting touch.

During the night the year twelve vocalist Cathy Woodhouse and pianist Ms Hopping added to the charismatic atmosphere. Local artist, Janet Brody, had the audience enticed as she spoke about women and art. The familiar faces of parents and students wandering around the displays were kept well fed with the dedication of the catering team.

There was a wide range of art forms and styles displayed. C.L.C. has many talented artists and we were able to give recognition to them and enjoy the Visual Arts within the school.

Congratulations must go to one talented artist of C.L.C. in particular. Elena Di Monte, a year twelve student of 1997, has had her 'Angel' piece exhibited in Parliament House during Catholic Education Week. It was part of a display examining ' Life after Death' and will soon be hung here in the R.E. centre.

Cody Moore Year 11

Y11ar10 COMMUNITY SERVICE

SYDNEY AND CANBERRA TRIP

As part of their Religious Education, students from Year I 0 are involved in community service in the Eltham area.

The program aims to encourage students to recognise their own giftedness and talents and to share them with others. They are given the opportunity to make a difference in someone else's life. It may be taking time to sit and talk with an elderly person or helping a busy mother with housework or child minding. Since the program started six years ago, students have found the experience to be a very rewarding one.

During the second week of term two, forty Year I 0 students and a few brave teachers boarded the luxury coach at the tennis courts on the annual Year lO Canberra/ Sydney tour.

Community service was an interesting experience. I had to care for two children, Alex and Aaron, for ten weeks, every Tuesday for an hour. It was hard to get used to because I had never cared for little children before and I didn't know what to expect. The children were good but demanding. I realised that it is not easy to care for a child. They are not only fun and games. You have to care for them through the hard times as well as the good times.

I enjoyed community service and I think I learnt a lot from it.

Jessica Donnelly Year 10

YEAR TEN SOCIAL

After feasting at the Golden Arches in Albury we headed into downtown Canberra to visit the High Court, War Memorial and to visit Parliament House and witness first hand Parliament in session.

The words were fierce as we watched Howard, Beasley, and Costello do battle at close range. A 'moving stop ' at the Vietnam memorial and then it was time to reflect at the War Memorial.

The pictures or bowling at night were relaxing and then we said farewell to Canberra and headed for Sydney.

As the bridge approached on the horizon the bus was full of excitement. We had a leisurely walk through the Rocks and harbour area and then went to our hotel to unpack. Our third night included a 15km walking tour of Sydney - Mr Nilsson's revenge. Day four was fantastic as we rode the ferry, checked out the seals at the Aquarium, went to the top of Centrepoint Tower, and packed onto the monorail. Oh what a trip! We arrived home at l.OOam exhausted but still able to reflect on the great experiences of our dynamic tour.

L Nilsson

The days leading up to the social event of the year for the Year Tens was all "What are you going to wear" and" I don ' t know what I'm wearing yet!!"

But everyone there that night looked the part - ready to have a good time. Guys form Parade College and Marcellin made the social all the better and with the fantastic music and strobe lighting flickering all night - it was a night enjoyed by everyone. Thanks go to the parents and teachers who gave up their time to supervise. A night of techno music, short skirts and spilt coke cans will be remembered by all the Year Tens.

K. Weston Year 10

"It's tough but someone has to do it" C.L.C. Staff on Manly Beach, Canberra - Sydney trip.

F. Bonavia, R. Bowyer, R. Privitelli, L. Nilsson and the Coach Driver.

YIA/110 WI/IT/Ill WHO AMI?

GROWING UP

Who am I? I am the child who has the world spread before me Who contemplates the future with expectant eyes Who dreams of things yet to come, Of lifetimes I've yet to experience.

I am the teenager who often sits alone Worried by thoughts of an uncertain future Troubled by notions of the possibility of failure Often overwhelmed by the burdens of simply being.

But I am the person who has the power within me To overcome my fears and conquer the world To mold the future and make it my own To visualize my dreams and see them achieved.

I am the one who is different from all others A unique creation who speaks out loudly in my voice Yet one who in concept is the same as all others An equal amongst them who is not alone in their Journey.

I am the child of yesterday The keeper of today I am the owner of tomorrow, the hopeful generation And the future is mine.

Who am I? I am you .

Ines Machuca Year 10

Ines Machuca won the 1998 Inaugural "Natalie Vita Writers Award" for the student who has demonstrated a love, interest and ability in the art of creative writing.

As a tree grows from its roots, So have I grown from the womb.

My life, like the branches of a tree Is going in different directions - ' My family, my friends, My hobbies, my schooling.

Life's problems are fungi, Growing on the leaves of trees.

As the seasons change, So do my leaves.

I grow like a tree in a forest, Surrounded by many othersPeople growing up, just like me.

Anita Costa Year 10

I HA VE HERE A MAP Excuse me sir, I have here a map It is a good map I'm sure of that I've been using it a while And I like where it has been leading me.

But, I have come to a dilemma Along the road I travel upon There is a crossroad up ahead Without a sign nor post And, my dear map tells me nothing Of which road to embark upon Or where the roads May lead.

I ask you sir, with due respect Which road should I take?

For if I choose the incorrect one Who knows where it will carry me?

The map surely has no clue.

In fact, Why am I asking you?

I have to follow my heart at this arduous point And make my own decisions .

Yes, My own decisions .

Don't need my map anymore, But thanks for your help.

K. Weston Year 10

'Portrait' by Claire Yaxley

C.l.C. DIBATlllG The final round saw the C.L.C. teams performing at the same high standard they presented throghout the year. Our winners were Al, Bl, Cl, C2, C3, and D2. Our girls won five best speaker awards. N. Leech, L. McKenna, K. Lund, E Wiltshire all won awards for best speaker on the night. A delayed debate was also won by our DS team.

Throughgut the season our ~chool gave'90 girls experience in debating against other''se!ltp Dl,!01!

Our teams produced excellent results with several teams only losing one debate. Twenty three times we provided the' best speaker with six of our girls gaining best speaker on more than one night. Congratulations to E. lleardon, S. Wilkinson, A. Enright, E. Wiltshire, N.Leech and G. Suri for ou~tanding achievements.

DEBATING TEAM A Back: T Palaia, S, Motyer, K, Walter, S. Collins Front: N. Marsh , L. Higham

DEBATING TEAM B Back: C. Bailey,, M. McKinley, R. Haddock, K. Schulz Front: R. Bux, C. Madafferi , M.loannou, D. Perera

C.LCDEBATlllG DEBATING TEAM C Back: N. Leech , C. Milczuk, I. Issa, J. Laserra, E. Lucas, B. Denato, R. Thomson, A. Vinton, L. O ' Donavan, S. Easton, E. Mankey, J. Mill er, J. O ' Brien .

Middle: E. Bishop, L. Droge, R. Palumbo, A. Hewson, M . Buckley, A. Vaughan , R. Sexton, J. Cumberland, S. Mcmanus , C. Sartori, L. Mckenna, S. Wilkinso n.

Front: G. Potesta, S. Collins, E. Bailey, I. Machuca, K. Stefanile, K. Petersen, M. Thorose, J. Scolieri , L. Peressini , A. Soccio.

DEBATING TEAM D Back: S. O ' Connor, J. White, E. He nry , E. Reardon, A. Gray , J. Williams, P. Fruehwirth, N. Rowe, J. Lowe, Y. Kraut, P. Wilson.

Middle: C. Murray, K. Loughnan , T. Cosgriff, E. Wiltshire, L. Strauch, C. Miller, A. Enright, A. Genio, S. Hookens, A. Kelly .

Front: L. Cotter, G. Suri, E. Home, J. Pasinis.

OUBWOBLD THE YEAR OF THE OCEAN AW ARD We were all very proud of our Year Eights during term three when they won a National Environment Competition.

You're probably thinking that this was part of the Science course but, in fact, it was for a Religious Education unit on CREATION and STEWARDSHIP of the EARTH. The girls made magnificent posters that not only spread the message of "Protect Our Oceans" in keeping with the International Year of the Oceans theme, but also featured in 3D some of the garbage which threatens life there, both plant and animal. The prize was presented by Fr Brian Gore, a famous Australian activist, on behalf of the St. Columban's Mission Society.

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SOCIAL JUSTICE GROUP This group of girls ably assisted by Mr. Nilsson, Ms. Privitelli and Ms. Forgione, and have worked hard throughout the year to assist people in need throughout the world . They have raised money for Project Compassion, Lions Club Preston (Assisting children with special needs), Freemasons Hospital Senior Research Centre and the Helping Hand Association . They have also assisted with Relief Funds for areas effected by wars and natural disasters (eg. Sudan and Central America). Funds have also been raised for Diabetes, SIDS , Cystic Fibrosis, Epilepsy and the Red Cross.

Back: V. Rowe, A. Molinaro, S. Barca, T. Barry, S. Jordan , C. Kuzia, A. Wein , N. Micallef, A. Soccio Middle: K. Havoka. M. Cusick, K. Martin, S. Ryan , S. Mason, J. Scoleri, E. Harrington Front: P. Harding, M. Thorose, I. Machuca, K. Sonza, J. Sneddon

MATHS AUSTRALIAN MATHEMATICS CHALLENGE

AUSTRALIAN MATHETMATICS COMPETITION

How does a Stone Age calculator powered by burning mammoth hair work? How many emeralds and diamonds can you trade to pass an angry dragon? These two problems and four others were presented to fifteen of our students as part of the Australian Mathematics Challenge.

Students from all levels at C.L.C. participated in this competition which attracts more than half a million entrants.

The Challenge was conducted over a three-week period in May and was open to students from Years 7 - 10.

Congratulations to all students who participated.

Results were High Distinction: L.Strauch Distinction: T.Cosgriff, L.O'Donavan, A.Brandon, S.Cain, A.Gooden.

Certificate of Participation: A.Doupe, C.Hyland, A.Ching, J.Donnelley, E.Walter, E.Fijalski, J.Kempen, S.Denchisen, E.Blackwood.

YEAR 8 MATHS GAMES DAY In July, eight Year 8 students represented C.L.C. at a "Maths Games day" that was held at Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School. The students were Eliza Wiltshire, Theresa Cosgriff, Ellen Rankin, Leah Strauch, Laura Nikolopouos, Deanna Trento, Loretta Cotter and Amy Nielson.

The day included problem solving puzzles and games to be solved both individually and as a team of four. Over eighty schools from around Victoria had teams representing them. C.L.C. did extremely well with one team coming 5th.

The day turned out to be challenging and a lot of fun .

We met people from other schools and learnt many new skills.

Eliza Wiltshire and Leah Strauch

Congratulations to Leah Strauch (year8) who won a prize ($40) and a Special Achievement Certificate in the Junior Division.

She gained a percentile ranking of 99 and was in the top 0.3% of students for the whole competition in her age group.

Congratulations too to Teresa Cosgriff (year8) and Alicia Nielsen (year 10) who were awarded Certificates of High Distinction, and were in the top 2% for their level.

Congratulations to the following students on their very fine results.

Year7 Distinction - S.Wong, S.Alexander, C.Cosh, E.Blackwood, K.Jordan, S.McGuinness, R.Stafford.

Credit Certificates were awarded to 47 of our Year 7 students.

Year8 Prize L. Strauch High Distinction - T.Cosgriff Distinction - E.Rankin, E.Wiltshire, B.Stephens, D.Trento, A.Kelly, C.Murray, L.Boff, M.Fitzgerald, K.Crea, M.Samson, H.Davis.

Credit Certificates were awarded to 35 of our Year 8 students.

Year9 Distinction - C.Hyland, M.Khalil, B.Donato, K. MacGowan, S.Cain, C.Brandon, T.Garma, C.Norfolk. Credit Certificates were awarded to 50 students.

Year 10 High Distinction - A.Nielsen Distinction - S.Whiteside, S.Porter, S.Wilkinson, L.O'Malley, K.Nakamura, C.Yaxley, D.Mills, A.Hewson, M.Phan and I.Machuca.

Credit Certificates were awarded to 37 students.

Year 11 Distinction - L.Hannan.

Credit Certificates went to 30 students.

Year 12- Of the 5 students who entered 3 gained Credit Certificates

SPORTS TEAMS SCHOOL EQUESTRIA N CHAMPIONS IDPS On the 271h of February eight girls and their horses from C.L.C made up two teams of four riders. They faced an extremely early morning

to travel down to the national equestrian centre, Werribee in order to be warmed up and ready to ride at 9am. But weather was on our side with the fine sunny day. It was a tough competition with three different show jumping events for each rider. It was a huge event attracting riders from many schools all over Victoria, this meant that there were more than 100 competitors in each age group which meant that getting a place in the top six was an extremely difficult task. But despite this, all riders from our school rode very well and were all very competitive. At the end of the day we headed back to Eltham with some exceptional results. Stella Carmody from year 8, riding in the 12-14 age group received 51h prize in both AM7 and Top Score events. Casey O'Sbannassy also year 8, was awarded 51h for her performance in the 12-14 age groups Power and Speed class. I rode to 3'd position in the over 16 age group jumping equitation class.

Thanks to all the dedicated parents, friends and our teacher representative Miss Hick for their time and effort in coming along and helping our riders have a successful day. The equestrian team will be out and competing again in 1999.

Kate Bolmat (team captain)

EQUESTRIA N TEAM Back K.Bolmat, S.Carmody, M.Buckley L.Cullen Front B.Hartigan, C.Yaxley, K.Loughnan C.O' Shannassy

CNTER - SCHOOL SKI CHAMPIONS IDPS Congratulations to the C.L.C. ski team who competed in the Inter-school Ski Championships at Mt Buller from 23 - 26 1h of August. Our leading results were - Danielle Jenner I441h out of 253 (Alpine) and Claire Gardner 20th out of 55 (CrossCountry). Other competitors were Year 7 - J.Walker, (Alpine) S. Wong (Alpine.) Year 9/1 0 E. Harrington, A. Vaughan, K. Nakamura. Special thanks to the following fathers who helped with training- Mr. Walker, Mr. Jenner, Mr. Harrington and Mr. Wong.

INTER-SCH OOL SKI -TEAM Back J. Walker, A. Vaughan, K.Nakamura Front S. Wong, D.Jenner, C.Gardner, E. Harrington

NEWTEA/If SPORTS This year has seen team sports boom at C.L.C. To add to the Equestrian and Ski teams (introduced last year) we now have teams competing in soccer, volleyball and teams soon to be competing in softball and cricket.

Although the girls have already played these sports as part of their P.E. program, it is the first time C.L.C. has entered into competition with other local schools.

SOCCER These teams entered the competition with great enthusiasm and looked splendid in their new uniforms . Even though they didn ' t win they learnt a great deal and found that C.L.C. has some most promising players. Wait 'till next year!

Thanks to Mr.Bonavia for coaching the seniors and Mr.Garkel (assisted by Ms.Hopping) for coaching the juniors. A big thank-you also to Mr.Nilsson for raising the money to enable the teams to participate in the soccer competition.

BAS/fETBAll The C.L.C. basketball teams are proving to be a formidable force in all levels of competition.

PARADEALL SCHOOLSTO URNRMENT C.L.C. entered three teams in this competition (organized by K. Ioannidis). The senior team missed out on the grand final after losing by one point and a draw. The intermediate team were undefeated until the semi-finals which they lost to M .L.C. by 4 points. A big thank -you to Rachel Croall (an ex- student) who coached the team. The juniors finished up overall winners defeating M.L.C. in a thrilling final by four points. Congratulations to all the players.

C.L.C. VS ST. MARY'S -NEW ZEALAND. St. Mary's College visited C.L.C. and played our senior team in both netball and basketball. St. Mary 's has a great tradition of Maori, Tongan and Samoan culture and runs its own cultural festival each year. The girls performed several traditional songs at the conclusion of the matches. All the teams are to be congratulated on their efforts and excellent display of sportsmanship.

A big thank-you to Mrs. Marg. Cross and Kelly Sonza (Yr. 9) for umpiring the matches.

S.C.S.A. DIVISION 1 BASKETBALL TOURNAMEN T. This was a tremendously successful day for C.L.C. The junior team (coached by Bernadette Rees) finished runners up in the Grand Final to Sacred Heart Girl's School Geelong. (22 to 14) The Intermediate team (coached by R.Croall) won their Grand Final and the trophy for that section. Undefeated all day they beat Kilbreda College 39 to 5. The senior team (coached by V. Rischitelli Yr. 12) ... well what a team! Using intricate psychology - the team warmed up with various pieces of music and stunned their opponents with their 'style.' The team was undefeated all day and won the Grand Final beating Star of the Sea 17 to 16 to win the trophy . Congratulations.

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Intermediate Trophy Winners

Senior Trophy Winners

MCDONALD'S VICTORIAN SCHOOLS CHAMPIONSH IPS Both the Senior team and the Intermediate team who had qualified to participate in this State wide competition performed extremely well and are to be congratulated on their outstanding performances.

The Intermediate team won their section and are the "Victorian Champions" of 1998 and this has qualified them to play in the National Titles in Canberra from the 7th to the 11th of December. This is an outstanding achievement, we congratulate them and wish them well.

BAS/fETBAll TEAMS JUNIOR BASKETBALL TEAM BACK: A. Pace, J.Pasinis, D.Cristini, L.Cuk, K.Lister FRONT: J.Costanzo, J.Cooper, K.Bunney, F.Phan. Absent. E.Macartney, H.Grimes. COACH: B.Rees

INTERMEDIATE BASKETBALL TEAM BACK. M.Phan, S.O'Meara, J.Dobson, E.Caddy, L.Alexander. FRONT. J.Russell , N.Costanzo, K.Sonza. COACH: R. Croall. Congratulations to M.Phan who made the State Basketball team thi s year. She is a real asset to the schoo l team and a gifted and talented athlete.

SENIOR BASKETBALL TEAM BACK. P.Sullivan, K.loannidi s, V. Ri schitelli , T. Pay ne, K.Bell FRONT. C.Y illani , E. Brown , K.Di Bell a, K. Coo per, M.Dobson. COACH: V. Rischitelli

NETBALL This year has proven to be another successful year for our netball teams. In September of thi s year C.L.C. entered five tea ms in th e Secondary, Catholic Sports Association Netball competiti on at Royal Park. In each section there were thirteen schoo ls in opposition. It was the first time C.L.C. had entered this competition and our results were tr.e mendous. The Year 7 and Year 9 tea ms won and were rewarded with trophies. Year S's were runners up in the grand fin al and onl y missed out by two goals. The Year I Os and Seniors fini shed 3 rd in their section. Congratul ations to all th e girl s, the P.E. Staff and Mrs. Cross fo r coaching and umpiring.

Trophy Winners YEAR 7TEAM: BACK: V.Dove, L.Cuk, C.DeYos, K.Li ster, S.Mc Guinness .

FRONT: J.De ' Antoni o, G. Audley, E.Fijalski

Trophy Winners YEAR9TEAM : BACK: J.Cumberl and, L.O' Dono van, E. Mankey, L.Homann , S.O ' Meara.

FRONT: L.Al exander, A.Gray, F. Clancy, _f. McKinl ey.

A game th at was more th an just a game, but a cultural exchange, and a fin e di splay of spo rtsmanship , too k pl ace wh en St Mary 's New Zealand vi sited C.L.C. to play our Seni or Netball and Bas ketball girl s. All wh o parti cipated enj oyed the day.

SPORTS TEAlfS VOLLEYBALL On the 19th o f June C.L.C. entered junior, Intermediate and senior teams in the Secondary Catholic Sports Association Volleyball Champi onships (Division 2) Feeling nervous but confident at the beginning of the day we (the juniors) competed in six games and fini shed with o nly one win unclaimed . The games were both fun and exciting. It was a great opportunity to m~et and catch up with old and new fri end s from different catholic schools. It gave us all the chance to find a new talent that we could enjoy. After five tiring preliminary games we made it to the Grand Final! By the end of the day we arrived home with the winner's trophy.

Angie McCormick, and Sarah Larsen, Year 8.

JUNIOR VOLLEYBALL TEAM TROPHY WINNERSBACK: A.Genio, J.De Angelis, K.Hewson, T.Cosgriff, G.Audley.

FRONT: R.Lucas, L.Smith , E.Wiltshire, S.Larson, A.Mc Cormi ck.

INTERMEDIATE VOLLEYBALL TEAM BACK: J. Wiltshire, E. Mankey, L. Alexander, C. Audley, H.Lee. FRONT: L.O'Donovan, J.Cumberl and , S.Easton, E.Henry, S.O'Connor, K.Lund .

SENIOR VOLLEYBALL TEAM BACK: L.Gardner, S.Puls, H.Warrillow, R.Nolan .

FRONT: A.Liubinas, C.Gi oules , B.Boyle, K.Jenner, C.J owett

LUNCHTIME SPORT Lunchtime sport in 199 8 was a fantastic opportunity to meet new people , get fit and have fun ! W e were never bored at lunchtime as there was always somethin g go ing on in the gym . W e were able to participate in such sports as voll eyball , pateka, netball , indoor hockey, bad minton and softball in soc ial teams. These games had a great balance between the soc ial aspect and the co mpetiti ve side of sport. W e could always partic ipate in some way whether it was th ro ugh pl ayin g, umpirin g, cheering or scoring. Lunchtimes when there is no organi zed sport or training can also be used to borro w any sports equipment (s uch as badminton) just fo r a hit with fri end s.

Eli za Wiltshire, Laure n Smith, and T eresa Cosgriff, Year 8

YEAR 8 NETBALL TEAM

YEAR 10 NETBALL TEAM

SWIMMlllG SPORTS HOUSE SWIMMNG CARNWAL. Sports Captains Hannah Petropoulos and Lizzy Gardner and several students assisted the P.E.Statfto ensure that the day ran smoothly.

Final results were Junior Aikenhead Marita Loyola Vincentia

Place 1

2 3 4

Intermediate Vincentia Aikenhead Loyola Marita

Place I

2 3 4

Senior Aikenhead Vincentia Loyola Marita

Place I

2 3 4

AGGREGRATE Loyola 1. Vincentia 2, Aikenhead 3, Marita 4.

New records were made in the following events Year7 4x50m Relay Year I 2 50m freestyle Year I 2 Backstroke

Loyola J. Maher J. Maher

Year 9 4x50m Relay Marita Senior 50m Butterfly J.Maher Year l I Breaststroke S. Robinson

50m Freestyle Final 'Medal' winners.

T. Petropolous, E. Figalski, L.Rouw, Y. Millar, L.Boff, B. Cleland, K.Rigg, S. Hadrian, A. Vinton, L.King, C. Donnan, J.Wiltshire, E. Northrope, J. Maher, L.Gardner, V. Hewson.

INTERSCHOOL SWIMMING C.L.C. came second in the aggregate behind Our Ladies of Mercy Heidelberg, with our Intermediate girls coming first in their section.

Outstanding results were: C. Gardner 2nd Inter. Diving A. J. Walton 2nd Inter. Diving B. T. Petropolous 1st Yr. 7 breast/s, 2nd Yr7 freels and member of two successful relay teams. K. Percy 1st Yr. 9 Freels A, 1st Yr. 9 Bacl<ls A, 1st Yr. 9 Breast/s B, and first and second in Intermediate relay teams.

S.Hadrian 1st Yr. 9 freels B, member of the winning Yr. 9 Relay team. J. Cumberland 1st Yr. 9 breast/s A member of both Yr. 9 Relay teams. S. Wong 2nd Yr. 8 Back/s, junior Butterfly, member of Junior Medley team. C.O'Brien 2nd Yr.11 Back/s. C . Wilkinson 2nd yr. 7 breast/s B. K. Hewson 2nd Yr. 8 Breast/s A, member of the junior Medley team. S. Elmore 2nd Yr. 8 Breast/s B, Junior Medley team (2°d) Intermediate Medley team (JS') Yr. 7 Freels team 2nd Yr. 9 Freels Relay team 1st. Yr. 12 Freels Relay 1st.

Special mention to S. Robinson (Yr. 11) 3rd Yr.11 free/s, member of the Senior Medley team (l"') and 1st with a record breaking time in the year 11 Breast/s. L. Gardner competed in 5 events and came 151 in them all including senior diving. J. Maher came 151 in 4 events and 2°d in the Yr.12 free/s. V. Hewson 3rd Yr.12 Breast/sand two firsts for her part in the Relay teams.

ATHLETIC SPORTS Congratulations to the school sports Captain Hannah Petropoulos and Vice Captain Lizzy Gardner for their efforts in keeping the day running smoothly, and encouraging fellow students. Thanks too, to the P.E. Staff, other teacher helpers and parent helpers. Also Mr. Nilsson and his BBQ troops who kept staff and parent helpers supplied with coffee/tea and donuts RESULTS JUNIOR

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I ST Loyola 459 2"d Vincentia 411 3rd Marita 396 4th Aikenhead

I" Aikenhead 384 2"d Loyola 377 3rd Vincentia 364 4th Marita 320

I" Vincentia 384 2nd Loyola 290 3rd Aikenhead 238 4th Marita 235

2"d Loyola 1126 3rd Aikenhead 4'h Marita 951

l" Vincentia 1165

Congratulations to all the house captains for their magnificent efforts. As well as competing in a number of events themselves they still managed to organize and motivate their house students. Congratulations to them all.

RECORDS BROKEN Year 8 - 50 metres was broken by F.Phan and Y.Miller. Triple Jump records were made by the following students S.Mc Guinness, F.Phan, L.Hayes, M.Phan, A.Kilpatrick and J.Taylor. Triple jump is a new event just introduced to school sports.

Year 10 - 50 metres was broken by E.Flanagan. Year 11- 500 metres was broken by S.Robinson Medal winners were: Year 7: - J.D' Antonio 1st, S.McGuinness 2"d, J.Costanzo 3rd Year 8: F.Phan l st, Y.Miller 2"d A.Nielson 3rd Year 9: S.O'Meara l st , F.Clancy 2"d , E.Caddy 3rd Year 10: M.Phan 1st , E.Flanagan 2"d C.Audley 3rd Year 11: S.Robinson l st, M.Cosgriff2"d, C.Moore 3rd Year 12: V.Hewson lst I.Taylor 2"d , M.Dobson 3rd Lastly we must mention the staff versus students race "The Ryan/Blake Gift". Many student teams were entered. However it was our own men's team which took the honours -The Awful Foresome - Tony Morgan, Brian Pearce, Marshall Toohey and Frank Bonavia.

INTERSCHOOL ATHLETIC ACHIEVEMENTS. C.L.C. hosted this year' s S.C.S.A. Division 2 Athletics carnival. Special thanks to Mrs. Willoughby, and the P.E. statF, Mrs. Cross, Mrs. Maynes for providing food and refreshments and all the C.L.C. teachers and students who assisted with the day.

Results. C.L.C. came 2"<l out of the 8 schools competing, The following students received l't placings. S.Mc Guinness, A.Nielson, E.Flanagan, M.Cosgriff, M.Phan, Y.Millar, E.Caddy, C. O'Shannassy, L.Blackwood, G.Audley, S.Cassar, S.Panaccio, F.Phan., J.Taylor, R.Nolan, M.Dobson, V.Hewson, P.Sullivan, A.Moylan, K.Gilbert, T.Payne.

2"d Placings; K.Hewson, C.Moore, F.Phan, Y.Millar, E.Caddy, N.Constance, J.Taylor, B.Purcell, L.Homann, V.Hewson, E.Flanagan, P.Sullivan, J.Pasinas, C.Villani, K.Cooper.

3n1 Placings: M.Phan, R.Nolan, J.D' Antonio, N.Constance, A.Nielson, L.Gardner, S.McGuiness, T.Bates, E.O'Sullivan., M.Cosgriff, E.Walter, J.Taylor, K.Hewson, C.Gardner, H.Warrillow, D.Falleti.

SCHOOL ATHLETICS TEAM

DUR GERMA6EIPERIEllCES Ti

After our twenty-six ur flight, five of us C.c1rC. girls arrived in Frankfurt. As only one of us had met our hosts, most of us we verwhelmed with nerves. Before we had time to think, we were all whi sked off to what was to be our new famjJies and homes for three week$.

Fittin,g into the family brought different challenges for us'an: 1 was luckly enough to experience a German birthday and was awoken much to my suptjse to candles, cake, cards and Tommy Girl perfume. Caroline had a somewhat less memorable experience when s foqnd herself lost in a forest for two hours after deciding to e a quick stroll before tea.

Our excursion to Heidelberg W picturesque. The magnificent, old castl~ that overlooks gorgeous city, lining the River Neckar,d at least two rolls of film for some girls!!! G e .all loved the food.

Feeling obliged to sample all the different chocolates, and ice creams in the 'Icecafes ;, qs managed to gain a few, well earned kilos.

A few shoe s included a cruise down the 'autobahn' which has no speed limit and when we were doing 180km and being overtaken, you begin to w1pder how safe those Mercei:s;i~~IY are!! +!I'hen there were the communal showers in the Berlin Youth Hostel. Berlin being the eye opefi'e r tnaeit is, ~itHWthe outrageous fashions, cranes, and historic sites, we managed to enjoy an awesome time there too. After four weeks and only 25 Pfennig (cents) left to spare, we were really sad that the best exchange ever, was about to end. However, most of us were dyin to s·si11 our families and get ~?ck to the place where we ride kangaroos to school apparently!!

Emily, Clare, Kerry, Jessica and Caroline.

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llCIAllGIITU/111111 SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY EXCURSION

Astrid from Norway I come from Norway, which is a small country with snow for half of the year in the north of Europe. It is said that Norwegians are born with skis our feet but I don't think so because I can't ski at all.

Coming to Australia was a big change for me. I knew no one and could hardly speak English at all and everything was new for me, so I had to learn everything all over from the beginning.

The school here is very different from home. In Norway we have only co-ed, state schools and no uniforms, so when I heard that I was going to go to a private Catholic girls school with school uniform I got quite a shock. I didn't know that this kind of school existed any more and I saw for me a really strict school the way schools were 100 years ago in my country, and I thoug~t to myself "I'm never gonna make it a whole year in a school like that" But of course it wasn't like I first thought it was. I have never met as many caring and loving teachers in my whole life before, and all the people in my year level were really nice. I am amazed how patient you all were and still are in explaining everything to me and helping me. But as I said before my English was really bad when I first came here, and it was really strange sometimes just sitting there listening to my friends talking and not having an idea what they were talking about.

As some of you already know, Rachelle Saini in Year Eight and her family have been my host family here. They have welcomed me really well and it has been great living with them. They have taught me about the Australian culture but also about their Lebanese culture. They have even taught me how to speak Arabic.

You probably think, "culture" well it can't be that much different. But I'll tell you what , it is. The first few weeks I didn ' t know how to eat the food. The only things that are the same in Australia and Norway are that both countries have McDonalds, drink Coca Cola and also play some of the same music. The rest is different.

But even though Australia is so different from what I'm used to; 1 love it. You don ' t know how lucky you are to live in such a multicultural country full.of lovely beaches, what I call summer almost the whole year through, all kinds of restaurants, movies and di sco everywhere, a lovely nature and a great outback.

In April I went on a trip around Australia . 1 climbed Ayres Rock, rode a camel, went to an opal mine, the Sydney Opera House, Bondi Beach , and dived on the Great Barrier Reef.

Thanks to all my teachers, the year twelves and my host family for making my stay so memorable and enjoyable. I hope to get back one day.

Takk-Thank you .

Astrid Oterholm Maere

enjoyed visiting some factories, which use robotics and controls very much. I think they use robotics or controls so that they can work more safely and more rationally.

Machines must not be cheap, but they can do works more completely than people, so sometimes using robotics are cheaper than employing laborers. But when I imagine if the systems were broken by any accident . . .It is very hard for them to work normally. I think the companies that use systems technology as very good way but have weak point about it. So ideal situations are that people and robotics get along well, I mean, people should use systems technologies carefully and in a way good for themselves. We shouldn't depend on the robotics for all the things we have to do and it is very important as the technologies are getting more convenient. Anyway, robotics and control systems are very nice though.

We don't have this kind of subject at junior/senior high in Japan although Japanese technologies are well known all over the world, so everything has been very new for me in class.

Kayo Nakamura Middle School (Japanese student visiting Australia and studying at C.L.C. for 12 months)

HOFBRAUHAUS EXCURSION As the end of the year draws near the Year Nine students await 'till the day for their expedition to the German restaurant The Hofbrauhaus. All students would agree that excursions are eventful and delightful in the way of learning outside of school. But the excitement and joy, which was upon each student as they spent the day at The Hofbrauhaus, seemed to conquer over most school excursions.

We were served chicken or pork schnitzel, creamy mashed potatoes, sauerkraut, and for dessert, apple strudel or black forest cake. The meal was fabulous and no one could refuse second helpings. We ate 'till our stomachs were full then danced and sang in true German tradition, and even one of us had the pleasure of dressing in Lederhosen. The day was a memorable experience as if we were in Germany.

Sophie Scott Year 10

LO.ll NATIONA L AUSTRALIA BANK LANGUAGE CERTIFIC ATES Earlier this year several language students from years eight to eleven participated in this Australia wide competition.

Students sat two tests: Reading comprehension, and Listening Comprehension and were awarded Certificates of Achievement in both areas according to how well they performed. Distinction is the highest level, and we would like to congratulate the following girls who attained a Distinction in either or both sections.

Indonesian Beginner S Cain T. Cosgriff A. Doupe E. Henry C. Hyland N. Micallef A. O'Brien E. Rankin E. Reardon A. Rough G. Suri S. Torcasio G. Winstanley

Italian Intermediate

German Intermediate

L Bolzonello L. Campabosso C.Franzo L. Gatto H. Johnston C. Moore R. Palumbo F. Sciacca

M Cosgriff K.Galea C.Johnston C.Milczuk D. Perera S. Wein

Italian Beginner L. Abouzeid T. Barry L. de Amicis B. Donato A. Lazzari E. Quilty K. Sonza S. Spadetto K. Trigg

German Beginner F. Clancy M. Fitzgerald L. Homann A. Milczuk

Congratulation s to Carla Franzo of Year 11 who was ranked in the top ten percent statewide for both the reading and listening tasks.

GERMAN REGIONAL POETRY COMPETITIO N On Tuesday July 28 1h three Year Eight students and three Year Nine students participated in the Goethe Regional Poetry Competition at Korowa Girls School. The competition was very tough and the standard very high.

Congratulations to: Year 8: Megan Fitzgerald, Stacey Micallef, Leah Strauch Year 9: Althea Hookens, Jacquelina Majer, Alicia Wein.

ITALIAN POETRY COMPETITIO N Congratulations to the following girls who were very successful in the Dante Alighieri Society Poetry Competition.

Certificates of Honorable Mention were awarded to Luisa Bolzonella, Hannah Johnston (Yr 11) Jessica Donnelly, Alicia Nielson (Yr. 10). Tania Barry, Laura de Amicis, Brooke Donato, Oriana Tessari, and Sharonna Barca (Yr9) Auguri a tutte queste ragazze!

INDONESIAN ORAL COMPETITIO N In July Year Eight and Nine students took part in a state wide Indonesian Oral Competition - Sayembara Lisan.

Each student was individually examined in three areas - including previously unseen questions. Congratulations to the following girls who achieved certificates for their performance. Year 8: A. Kelly, T . Cosgriff, and E. Rankin.

Year 9: S. Cain, E. Henry, C. Hyland, E. Harrington and P. Harding. Selamat berbahagia!

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Being a little confused is not the same as being lost" "Yeah yeah whatever" I listened for about another five minutes or so while Fiona jabbered on about whistle blowing and calling out if any of us managed to find ourselves a little 'Geographically Embarrassed' It was cold, dark, starting to rain and none of us wanted to be standing in the bush listening to all Fiona's boring and irrelevant safety regulations.

Twenty-four hours later, three of us wished we'd been more patient. ..

"I've found some water", called Laura.

"It's not flowing though" "We'll have to keep searching then," the voice of our guide, Dean echoed through the trees. I stepped aside to let Dean pass and then we headed in the other direction .

Bush bashing was hard, really hard and it hurt.

"Ahhh!"

"Sarah?"

"Help my leg 's in a hole!"

I move hastily towards Sarah's voice, shining my torch as I went.

"Where are you Sar?" "Right to your left" "Right?"

"No left!"

Shining the torch, I could see that Sarah had managed to free her foot but it was caked in mud .

"Come on guys. Catch up!" Laura called.

"I don't want to go any further, Dean. I think I'm gonna die" I whined, pleading with our guide.

Dean turned around, "Alright you

three, we'll come back in the morning" Finally thank God we were going back to have dinner. On and on we walked, through the trees, under low hanging branches, over rotten logs and into .. . a tea-tree plantation? My eyes grew wide, this couldn't be right.

"Laura, do you remember our campsite being in or around a teatree plantation?"

"No"

Nervously I stepped up to Dean, "Be honest "I demanded. "Are we Geographically Embarrassed?" held my breath and prayed but it did no good. The reply was short but incredibly sharp, "Yes" "Oh my God," Sarah's frightened voice came from behind me.

"We're all going to die" "No we're not, don't be so drastic!" exclaimed Dean.

"We're going to be fine but we'd better not go any further. We ' ll have to sit down here and try to keep warm" Once again Sarah's only response was, "Oh my God!" We sat down but after thirty seconds Sarah jumped up, "What if we need to .. Umm .. go?"

Dean looked bewildered, "Go where?"

"Go to the loo!" I almost yelled.

"Oh ," Dean looked back at Sarah. "The logical thing would be to go then. Just move a little way to the left"" Sarah disappeared into the blackness. After she returned, we tried several times to call for help but all to no avail. Eventually Laura asked what we all wanted to know, "How long can we survive our here?" Dean must have figured there was no point in lying because his answer was very straight forward, "Two days" "Oh my God" came Sarah's response before she began to cry.

Unlike last night, we no longer felt desperate to go home to our nice soft beds and ducted heating. We just longed for our measly little tents, cold dinners and our awkward twenty kilogram packs that had to be lugged around four or five hours a day.

"Can we try calling for help one more time Dean?" Sarah asked.

"Sure" came the reply so we all stood up and took a deep breath "On the count of three," ordered Laura. "One two, three!"

"HELP!" We stood in absolute silence trying desperately to hear a reply. There was nothing.

Dean smiled and turned around "Did you guys hear that?"

"Hear what?"

"Sshh, listen, there it is again!"

"It's a whistle!" Laura cried. "They've found us! ' "Oh my God ." Said Sarah breathing a sigh of relief.

I turned to hug my friends rejoicing in the fact that we were not going to die!

"Dean," Laura said, "about collecting water tomorrow morning, I'm not coming!"

"Me neither!" Sarah called.

Smiling I echoed, "Me neither but right now all I want to do is get back to the campsite and even though dinner will be cold it will be a treat!"

Claire Hyland Year9

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BOOKCLUB MEMBERS: BACK: L. Strauch, L. Taylor, C. Gaffney, D. Trento FRONT: V. Dove, A. O'Brien, L. Jenkinson, M. Collins K. Dalgleish, H. Davis.

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11/SUAL ARTS IXH/8111011

MDlTICDlTDRAl/SlfandSORRYDAY AUSTRALIANS AS ONE During "Reconciliation Week" earlier this year, the Aboriginal flag flew from the C.L.C. flagpole. We wanted to acknowledge that we are not the first people to live on this piece of land we call Eltham, and also that within the our whole country there is a need for greater awareness of the richness and wisdom of traditional history and culture.

Over three hundred members of the college community accepted the invitation to sign pgges of the 'Sorry Book' . This book has been developed to express sorrow and regret that aboriginal children were forcibly taken from their mothers and brought up in deliberate ignorance of their own personal identity and culture. The signed papers were passed on to become part of the national 'Sorry Book', a gesture which will, it is hoped, help in the reconciliation between indigenous and non-indigenous Australians.

NILLUMBIK GA YIP - A CELEBRATION OF JOY During "Reconciliation Week" each shire or community was responsible for celebrating in their own way. Nillumbik Shire Council chose to celebrate this event through the Nillumbik Reconciliation Forum and exhibiting various displays. Through the promotion of this festivity a reconciliation logo has been used including an outstretched hand of both black and white reaching over the yellow sun of the Aboriginal flag. Nillumbik means 'poor land' and Gayip means 'celebration of joy after differences'.

C.L.C. became involved in this celebration by creating an array of 'Message Sticks'. These contained personal messages of regret and gestures of friendship. A tranquil Community Walk' was organised by the committee. It stretched from Alistair Knox Park all the way around to Wingrove Park. The 'Message Sticks' were placed all along the walk.

FLAG DAY Our Mission Statement describes our school as a Celebrating Community. Our Eucharist to mark the opening of the school year was a wonderful celebration of the rich diversity of ethnic origins among our school population, and of our pride both in our varied backgrounds and in the Australian identity which unites us .

The procession of flags , and the altar cloth decorated by Year 8 students with symbols of the continents of the world, highlighted the richness of our heritage. This encouraged us to reflect on the many and varied stories which have brought us all to this country and on the blessings which we share.

During the Eucharist our elected school leaders for 1998 were presented with their badges which mark the fact that as Christian leaders they have been called to serve the sc hool community in a very special way.

CELEBRATING BEING AUSTRALIAN During 1997 all year ten and eleven R.E. classes participated in the If I could make a difference Postcard campaign . The campaign was run by the Victorian Multicultural Commission and they received over seven thousand entries from thoughtful students all across Victoria reflecting on what it means to them to be Australian. One hundred best entries were chosen and five of these were from students of C.L.C . These were Anna Maguire, Marni Cleland, Kelly Billingham, Clare Meehan and Nicole Gaff.

Compiled by Cody Moore, Year 11

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YEAR 9 REFLECTIO N DAY The thought of a day off school, for most C.L.C. students, is quite a happy thought. But when there is unfortunately, a catch, like say .. . .. . a reflection day or RE Retreat, most thoughts tum sour.

At this year's Year Nine Reflection day though, most students were in for a surprise. Gone were the endless games of "fruit salad", and sing alongs of "Cumbaya", in place was a sleek, 90's progr:-m suited for the youth of today.

All issues were discussed; friends, parents, drugs. But a middleaged know-it-all was not lecturing us, it was someone who had been to hell and back, and survived to tell the tale.

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Chris, who took the program, was in his late twenties/ early thirties and devoted his life to telling us kids about the real world.

He was a confessed problem child and a former drug addict. He had stood the test of degradation, by doing almost anything for drugs, and in the end, was spat on and beaten to a pulp. It has been seven years since Chris has touched drugs, and now he is happily married and has a baby girl.

We all respected Chris. He was someone who had already been through what most people wouldn't even think about, and he isn' t even halfway through his life yet.

When we had group discussions, we astounded our teachers by speaking of the meaning of Life, not about the usual spiel on boys and sex. We sang together, and we all did ridiculous role-plays on child and parent scenarios.

The surprise was that we all came out of the community centre feeling happy and high-spirited. We all knew how much the youth of today were important and vital in our society, and that each and every one of us had meaning. What was first cast off as a hippie love-fest, turned out to be one of those special occasions when !.<ids are actually taken seriously.

Tanya Garma Year9

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Iron, fint found In Egypt In aboat 4000BC In the form of a group of oxidized iron be.&, wu clu)rwed witll. rutiq a Ford Falcon late last year. The ~,a deYOted metal and aeiglsbou of Mr M. Mangane.se,aiiifMS C. Cobalt~ oa doe ~moon of Friday 13tla of~ Ith bdieffd daat it melted itself down t.o Rt~ file cdl oftlCer In dlnie aaill daat tJds WU veJY UaJiielY HC:iuue if woaJd've aeeaed f.O fi'.int: ftidaed a temperattue of l~to melt.

The lrial In Ncna11ber last year heud Iron's elm-, Jae told the Hoaoarable Fnmk Periodic daat lae wu Dmoca.t. He told the court th.tt the 'moUt air 111111 bad l'olUd laim to corrode (nut) the Fonl. The Falcoa wept In c:out wliea recaWnr the eftllU. His aormaDy ,team.Ing ext.erior WU rep_lacecl wit.la a reddWa· browu, flaky subscaoce, wbida wu mc:...i;teand ~le. hon bad aJwa)'S beat a -..hiable &Uet to the commmdty lae!piar out ha aay way poaJble, beina ued ha procased ncla u wroqltt iroll, c.- iroa~d ~hon wu abo an emp~ collUllel'dal worker for the production of phudzed.steel and eledomapea. hon lau alwa)'I been a loft, mallealJJe, ad dmc:dle -~ ..... lmowu to bewaprdc up to 790k..

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I HA VE HERE A MAP Excuse me sir, I have here a map It is a good map I'm sure of that I've been using it a while And I like where it has been leading me.

But, I have come to a dilemma'along the road I travel upon There is a crossroad up ahead Without a sign nor post And, my dear map tell me nothing Of which road to embark upon Or where the roads May lead.

I ask you sir, with due reapect Which road should I take?

For if I choose the incorrect one Who knows where it will carry me?

The map surely has no clue.

In fact, Why am I asking you?

I have to fo)low my heart at this arduous point And make my own decisions .

Yes, My own decisions.

Don't need my map anymore, But thanks for your help.

K. Weston Year 9

YEAR 8 WBITlllG LADY "Stay out and don't come back!"

I claw at the door but I know that it's no use. I am probably better off without him. As the car speeds off into the horizon, I know it isn't going to be easy.

My stomach rumbles as I haven't eaten in three days and I'm becoming very weak. The sun is going down and the air is becoming chilly.

I can see very bright headlights coming towards me and all of a sudden I am in a daze. The yellow light is

coming closer and there is a loud and frightening noise coming from it, but I can't move. To my surprise the thing just keeps on coming and to my astonishment I am swept off my legs and am being tossed around a wheel. I am thrust back and land very hard on my rump. My whole body is aching and a trickle of blood is running down my head from a deep cut on my forehead. My mouth is numb and tastes of blood. A large pair of hands picks me up by my legs and roughly throws me to the side of the road.

"Heh, that'll teach ya, ya mongrel" With that I am left on the side of the road to bleed to death.

I close my eyes and try to remember the good old times; the times when Lillian was around. My real owner. After she died I was taken away from the home I loved. I was taken to a smelly old apartment where I was fed once every two days and was pushed around. I was never walked and .....

Suddenly my stream of consciousness is broken and a big strong pair of hands grasp around my waist. I am hauled into a warm and comfortable car and from now on I know that I am going to be all right!

Kate Hewson Year 8 THE BULLDOG

A bulldog was watching his weight.

He watched and watched while he ate. " It defies understanding why I keep expanding" he said as he licked clean his plate. .Danielle Rovere Year 8

NOT GUILTY The wagon swayed back and forth, and the wind blew cold on my dirty face, causing wisps of hair to stray from the tight bun at the back of my head. The others in the wagon were softly moaning and crying, tears creeping down their pale cheeks, feeling lost and alone.

The old moldy straw that covered the rotting wooden seats was sharp and scratchy, making sitting very unpleasant. Suddenly a crowd of angry people, buzzing and screaming enclosed the rickety wagon and shoved it from side to side. The shaken passengers were flung from their seats and a sickening feeling entered my stomach. I was so afraid, my hands were sweating and my knees were shaking. A gale started up and blew hard; the icy cold was eating through my thin rags and burning my skin.

My body went numb as the wagon stopped. I was grabbed by my arm, hard fingers boring into my flesh: the others were screaming for life as they were dragged to the block, the menacing silver blade gleaming in the wet of the rain. The sting of the leather whip was on the back of my weak shaking legs. I collapsed with no breath left in my ragged, rasping lungs. I heard the thud of the sharp blade hit the blood stained wood and panic flooded through me like a river breaking its banks.

I smelt the foul, musty breath of my captor on my cheek, as my small neck was tied to the moist, smelly wood. Suddenly there was a pounding of horse hooves on the muddy ground, slipping and squelching.

"What you be wantin' man?" growled my captor. His breath forming white in the cold air.

"The girl is not guilty," the horseman cried, gasping for breath. Tears filled my gritty eyes, and relief filled me like sun after a storm.

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YEAR I POETRY FOUR LITTLE ELEPHANTS Four little elephants, Sitting by a tree.

One became piano keys, Now there were only three.

Three little elephants, By a pool of blue, One became a statuette, Now there's only two.

Two little elephants, Shining like the sun.

One's a taxider mist's dream, Now there's only one.

-FAREWELL YEAR 12'S!!!

Leaving school is hard to do, Missing people you once knew.

Passing exams, writing up C.A.T.s, Staying up all night with all that stress on your back.

So if you smile the day will be bright.

If you think good thoughts you will be happy, And everything will work our all right.

So don't let a frown tum you sour: don't let bad thoughts tum you blue.

Just always remember to think positively, For who you become is up to you.

Chantel Sciola and Lisa Cuk

GOBBLE IN - THE DAY BEFORE CHRISTMAS

One little elephant, Lonely as can be.

Crying in the darkest night, For the other three

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0 BUTTERFLY DAY Wormi ng along a leaf of a tree Looking for something to eat Hoping that no-one will find me So I can curl up and sleep The draught of coldness coming my way I squeeze my way in and close up the hole I fall asleep and find it's been day Now I'm a butterfly hey what's that mole?

It's coming to get me It's coming real fast What should I do?

I run into the grass I forgot I had wings I started to'fly I pulled myself up And went straight for the sky Kate Lister and Chelsea De Vos · Year 7

"Ohh dear, I don ' t believe it! It 's already the twenty-fourth of Decemb er and I thought old Farmer Ted was being nice feeding me all that yummy food . Ohh, did I mention my name? Well anyway it's Gobble, Gobble me up, not pleased to meet you.

Oh, I mean pleased to see you, sorry, I'm still trying to get over yesterday when one of our dear gobblers died . Here 's the sad tale of how she passed away.

I looked around . I'd spent my whole life on this farm. I breathed in the crisp, chilly air which smelt of the cosy warm barns. The sounds which I thought I would never hear again Robert the rooster, Daisy and Buttercu p the cows mooing. "Ohh the pain, I'm too young to die." I wailed. I glanced around for what I thought was the last time. I rememb ered the children playing in the snow, laughing and enjoying themselves . Then I walked into my hut and closed my eyes.

I awoke to the horrifying sound of Farmer Ted sharpening knives. I felt giddy and my tummy was churning that was when I knew what I had to do. I had to go out there and do what any brave turkey would do - which meant that I had to go out there and get my head chopped off with pride, so I did . I stood out there with my feathers all ruffled making me look like a million dollars. Then as I heard Farmer Ted 's shoes sloshing in the mud I shut my eyes and prayed to God . But, to my absolute surprise, he passed me and as I wiped the sweat from my forehead I heard a blood curdling gobble. It went a bit like this "GOBB LE", then silence. I knew straight away that it was this groovy little turkey named Chelsea Kate - she was the hottest turkey around . Every guy was after her.

Thank goodnes s it wasn' t me. I am now a proud father of twenty-one turkeys with my wife Allison. Only another three hundred and sixty-five days left.

Jayde Craven Year 7

YURI YEARS CAMP It was a chilly Monday morning when I (Vanessa Furnari) put on a pair of warm thermal knickers, school tracksuit pants, two pairs of socks, three skivvies and two woollen j umpers. You're probably thinking I'm a weirdo, but actually I was just getting ready for the Year Eight Camp.

After I had eaten breakfast and packed a large lunch Yolanda came by to pick me up.

When we arrived everyone was a bit tired, people were still taking photos and singing. Everyone was fitted with ski boots and overclothes. Finally we saw some snow, only a bit but it was enough to make everyone scream and jump around .

One hour later and we were there, a few instructions from our teachers and then we lugged our skis up a muddy hill, looking for snow. We spotted some and put our skis on. It was really hard at first, but we finally got the hang of it.

After about an hour and a half of sking we stopped for lunch and photos.

The cabins were cool! I was with Michelle, Danni and Fahy.

After unpacking (or should I say tipping the contents out our bags) we ate dinner, roast lamb, vegies and jelly! I had two serves of each!

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Nobody really felt like sking on the second day but once again once we got stuck into it, it wasn ' t too bad. While we were in pairs, Fahy accidentally sat on my neck, which really hurt for a while, but it was also pretty funny!

Well as the saying goes, time flies when you are having fun and soon enough the day was over.

Vanessa Furnari Year 8

NILLUMBIK JUNIOR COUNCIL NILLUMBIK JUNIOR COUNCIL: E. Henry, S. Cain, J. Grace, P. Fruehwirth, C. Brandon, C. Hyland.

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- " 1.1::..:~ We all went back to our cabins after dinner and I visited some of my friends . After that we went to the Waterfalls.

They were really cool except that we heard about the four people who died there, and that got us talking about death and superstitions, which really freaked us all out, but luckily I fell asleep straight away .

During the year the following girls made a great contribution to the life of the Shire by their participation in the Junior Council. They came to understand the processes involved in planning and preparing submissions and the need to work co-operatively with others. Congratulations to Sarah Cain, Christine Brandon, Claire Hyland, Jessica Grace and Elizabeth Henry.

The girls in a planning session .

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YEAB l EllEllTS REFLECTIONS ON FIRST TERM AT C.L.C.

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YEAR SEVEN BREAKFAST

"Chit, Chit, Chit" was the noise my teeth were making as they hit each other. It was my first day at secondary school and I was really nervous. I had my bag filled to the top with books and my sports bag had my brand new PE clothes in it. As I walked up the stairs towards the student's entrance my teeth started to chit again. "Stop that", I kept saying to myself, "Its only school, there' s nothing to worry about"

On Tuesday May 7th, the Year Sevens gathered in front of their classrooms to share breakfast with each other. Delicious hot cross buns. Scrumptious, fluffy croissants, and freshly squeezed orange and apple juice were on the menu for the day's breakfast.

I remember first day at school so well it is hard to believe that I have almost finished my first year at C.L.C. I have had no trouble at all fitting in and I'm used to all the exercise I get from walking up all those stairs to the science room.

From boxer shorts to dainty velvet nightgowns, everyone was dressed in their own unique way. There was an amusing range of teddy bears and animal look-alike slippers, some even made sounds. Overall there was a colourful and crazy dress sense.

What I remember most about term one is Adolescent Skills day. It was the first time I had talked to half of the people in my class and I got to know a lot more things about them .

Some of the VIPs who joined us for breakfast were Sister Judith, Mr. Wilkinson and the rest of the Year Seven teachers.

Unfortunately, Mi ss Ryan could not attend and we were very disappointed that we wouldn't be seeing her in her sleeping attire.

I now know that Jaqui Taylor likes dancing and drama; Chelsea likes to play tennis: Tara, Simone and Siobhan are the next Susie O ' Neils; Jessica Frangos likes to have a good laugh and that Anna is nearly broke from all the fifty-cent fines she has had to pay for leaving her books lying around.

I think went on more excursions in first term than I'd been on in my whole life. "I feel like I'm on top of the world" was one of the remarks describing the beautiful view from the top of the Rialto. The excursion to the beach was just as enjoyable but very cold. I think everyone was very impressed by the bright colours of the bathing boxes and liked collecting the starfish.

So that has been my first term at C.L.C. I've never met so many new people in my life. I've enjoyed every minute of C.L.C. (not including the homework) and I hope to have just as much fun in the future.

Allison Newton

Yep, that's right. We came to school in our pajamas. At first I thought it was going to be very embarrassing but once you saw everyone else in their PJ's you felt right at home.

As the bell sounded for first period everyone flew into an immediate panic, as no one was ready to change. One or two lucky classes got to stay in their PJ's ' till recess and I don't think they got much done as everyone was still half asleep.

I don ' t think I even woke up properly that day and neither did anyone else. We all just wanted to stay in our sleeping gear all day but we knew we could not.

All in all everyone had a great morning full of fun and laughter and we hope the Year Sevens next year have as much fun as we did .

Allison Newton and Jayde Craven Year?

PIRIORlllllGARTSREPORT

KA TIE PETRUCCO DANIELLE VAN OOSTEROM

As Performing Arts Captain this year, I would like to thank the staff and students for assisting Katie and me in making this year a good one, no, a great one. No, that is an understatement, a fantastic experience. Not only have we been able to perform and take part in all the things that we do best, but we have learnt and witnessed the 'unleashing' of some brilliant actors! Not only have they performed on our stage, but at many around the community including the Darebin Arts and Entertainment centre.

This year has been an exciting year in all areas of the performing arts with many students taking part in a wide variety of activities throughout the year. There were three highlights to the year; First the successful school band, Bambine, recorded a new CD. The students involved in this project were able to experience how to professionally record their own compositions, an experience they will never forget.

Secondly we held our first drama night which showcased a variety of acts including the Year 12 solo CATs. The drama club presented a moving piece about living in a community, called 'The Wall', and many classic and comic pieces entertained us all.

Thirdly we hosted an Interschool Performing Arts Festival. The Festival was held over two nights. The first highlighted our students in ensembles, choirs, bands, dance troupes and orchestras. The second night we shared the talents of our local community with many schools presenting their work. We heard from Ivanhoe Grammar's Mernda Band, Marcellin College's Stage Band, Eltham College's Choirs, and we enjoyed an extract from Parade College's Barnum. Our Students entertained the audience with a contemporary portrayal of Romeo and Juliet done through drama and dance. This was a very successful evening with a large audience and a very high standard of performance work presented.

As well as these larger events students have been able to participate in many other performances including: Liturgies - Singing and dancing. Open Days - workshops and special presentations. Founders day drama performances. Assemblies - Special Performance presentations. Carols Service - Dane~, drama and music.

Information nights. The Visual Arts Show - Year 12 music Presentation. Year 12 mass entertainment - flute ensemble, Chamber choir. Community Performances - Judge Book - Chamber choir, flute ensemble, The memorial service for Natalie Vita, and Alannah and Madeleine Mikac was enhanced by the playing of the flute ensemble and the singing of the choir. Orientation Day - Concert of dance, drama and band performances.

We also had Musical soirees for singers and wind instrument players. Junior school year level meetings also saw many performances.

This year many of our students also participated In Parade College's successful show Barnum. We enjoyed their talents and were proud of their accomplishments.

This year has been a great year for students to join in and experience the performing arts. Classes have been lucky enough to experience fantastic shows such as Phantom of the Opera, Chicago, The Club, Away, A Dolls House, Les Miserables' , Madame Butterfly and the Australian Ballet, giving them an opportunity to develop an appreciation of the performing arts and all they have to offer.

C.L.C. offers every girl a chance to find and develop her talent. Over the years many of our actors have become great successes and so nQW I wish everyone well as they head off to follow their dreams.

I am proud to hand on my badge to Kathryn Fitzgerald, the 1999 Performing Art's Captain, and to congratulate Kathleen Spaull and Monique Warrillow who will be the joint Performing Arts Vice-Captains for next year. I wish them all the best as they take the Performing Arts at C.L.C. to the end of a magnificent century.

Danielle Van Oosterom Performing Arts Captain

PEB/0811/NGABTS DRAMA CLUB This club, run by Mrs Boyle, is made up of a group of drama enthusiasts looking for something fun and creative to do. Mainly girls from year seven and eight were involved, but it is open to all students. This club encourages full participation and the sharing of ideas.

Drama club is an extension ofC.L.C.'s currant Performing Arts Program. We take part in such things as Drama Night and C.L.C.'s Carols by Candlelight. Everyone is given a role in each play, where we work on character study, voice study and movement.

The girls involved feel it gives them a chance to perform without having the stress of auditioning. For many of them Drama Night was their first time on stage so the excitement was buzzing. It also gives inexperienced girls the chance to gain so me experience that can be good for references and future performances.

The whole gro up has become a lot better acquainted with each other and Mrs Boyle, so Drama Club is a great way to meet people of different year levels. Everyone is encouraged to join and take part in this great activity.

Angela Enright Year 8

DRAMA CLUB MEMBERS: BACK: C. Mc Kenna, N. Rowe, A. Enright, J.

Milczakowsky, M. Collins.

FRONT: Y. Dove, M. Violi, J. De Angelis, A. Dunning, K. Dalgleish.

FLUTE ENSEMBLE:

BACK: M. Cosgriff. M. Ioannou, C. O ' Brien.

FRONT: C. Yaxley, M. Buckley, A. Mull er, A. Herd, C. Gaffney

PERIORlllNGARTS BACK: A.Genio, M.Hocking, I.Machuca, M.Warrilow , J. Dove, T. Cosgriff, C.Hyland. MIDDLE: M.Collins, M.Doyle.

A.Herd, J-F.Gooden, M.Thorose, J.Machuca, A.Moran. FRONT: J.Mosca, M.Jaccobs, O.Howard,

CHAMBER CHOIR:

, BACK: D.Yan Oosterom, A.Spozio,A. Soccio, V.Dove, C.Woodhou se, J.Dove, K.Fitzgerald, M.Warrilow J.Machuca, , K.Spaull FRONT: T.Cosgriff, K.Pettruco. MIDDLE: C.Hyland, J-F.Gooden , I.Machuca, C.Brandon, S.Styring, M.Thorose.

K.Weston , A.Moran.

B NATURAL CHOIR:

A.Heard, BACK: K.Gafney, J.O ' Major, A.Gray, S.McManus , J.Saldaneri, I.Machuca. MIDDLE: C.Yaxley, M.Buckley, M.Kalinis. d, T.Bates, L.Strauch . FRONT: M.Samson, E.Blackwoo

ORCHESTRA:

BAMBINE HEALTH Y, WEALT HY AND WISE APPEA RANCE

National T.V! Our big break! Our 15 MINUTES of fame! (Well, maybe only 5 minutes) . Anyway , it all happened on the 3'd of August, this year, when the school band "Bambine" (previou sly "Le Cattive Bambine") appeared on Healthy, Wealthy and Wise.

The segment wasn' t solely about us; we just featured in it. It was actually about the 'Kool Skools' program, which is a program that enables school bands like us to record their own CDs.

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We recorded the segment on the 25 1h of June. We arrived at Studio 52: all dolled-up and ready to smile for the cameras, early in the morning. We had to wait a little whilst Felicity Kennett and the Healthy, Wealthy and Wise crew got there, but as soon as they were there we started filming.

They recorded an original track called 'Reign,' interviews with a few of us and Ms. Hopping, band members designing the album booklet and all of the 'Bambin e' just hanging out. After a whole morning of filming, the part of the segment that was on us went for a few minutes, but it didn ' t matter. We all had a great time and enjoyed watching ourselves on TV. Jessica Kennedy

Bambin e are .. .K.Jenne r, L.Alvar o, A.Mulle r, C.Wood house, K.Petru cco, J .Franco, A.Robe rts, A.Heard , M.Thor ose, I.Machu ca, R.Palum bo, L.O'Ma lley , J.Kenne dy, K.Spaul l , K .Fitzger ald, D.Cotte r, K.Westo n, M .Amos, L.Gardn er . .. and of course, H .Hoppin g!

' Later on in the year, Bambine returned to Studio 52 to record their CD, "House of Cards."

Featuring all original songs - I 0 number one hits! it was a great success and can be purchased from the school ... a definite must for everyone ' s CD collection!

TOASTllASTIRS We drove home in high spirits, and we rang almost everyone we knew to tell them the good news . Because I had won the Best Speaker award, that meant that I was in the final round which was to be held in June. I spent the next few weeks, planning my speech. A few days later, my mother accompanied me to old Pentridge Prison, and that was where the idea of a speech began unfolding in my head. I spent nights working diligently on the concept of whether or not prisons were a good place to put , juvenile offenders.

When the night came, I was ready. There was a huge crowd of parents and family gathered in the hall of Marcell in College.

We were all very nervous as we had never spoken to a crowd larger than our group. Over the past few weeks, we had grown to be friends with everyone in the group and felt comfortable speaking to them, but now faced with speaking to their families, it was a totally different situation. However, when I was called to deliver my final speech, I was in complete control of my e motions . The room grew quiet as I lunged into the role playing of a scared, lonely drug addict in Pentridge Prison. I spoke about the influences other criminals have on the younger prisoners and how that might influence their way of thinking.

Looking back now, I do believe th at I had complete control of the audience. I had the power to play with their emotions.

I finished my speech and received applause from the audience. Then it was David 's turn to speak. David was a very talented speaker, with a lot of emotion incorporated into his speech. I had a rival. We both battled for the place of Best Speaker. The Judges retired to discuss the speeches and arrive at a decision , while the rest of the group sat waiting.

They fin ally emerged from their tightly knitted group and announced that Adrian Ooi was the winner of the Table Topics award. They then declared that the runner up Best Speaker was Katie Lund. In a whirl of excitement, I walked up to get my trophy and certificate, and to pose for the photographer (Andrew Maynes). I could see by the expressions on my family's faces, that they were proud of me. I left the limelight beaming. This left the Best Speaker award to be given out. I really felt that David deserved to win the award. He was so enthusiastic about speaking in front of people that he was a perfect candidate.

The rest of the night was filled with many congratulations from different people. Even some that I didn't know.

The night ended well, leaving the cleaning up to be done. It was convenient for some members of the group to need a ' breath of fresh air' and they mysteriously disappeared until there was nothing was left to do.

After even more "Well done's" and "Congratulations Katie", it was time to leave. I said goodbye to many of the people I had met during the course of the Toastmasters program, knowing that I wouldn't see many of them again.

In the morning at school, the word had got around that I had won runner up. I had so many people coming up to me again. relived the glory of my win for the next week, receiving mentions in the weekly bulletin , school assembly and the year level assembly.

Even now, I feel that I have gained many useful skills during the program. It has taught me an invaluable lesson , that to speak to an audience, you must have confidence in yourself.

Katie Lund Year 10

BACK. J.Wiltshire, E.McKenna, C.Audley, C.Milzcuk.

FRONT. M.Hocking, A.Heard, K.Lund, S.F.Gooden .

EXTEllS/011PROGRAMS FUTU RE PROB LEM SOLV ING The 'Future Problem Solving" class involved twenty very keen students- five teams of four girls. The group consisted of Year 8 and Year 9 students who using a sixstep problem solving process devised solutions to complex issues facing society today.

Topics for this year were :

Final

Natural Disasters Freedom Women in the Workplace families

Students very enthusiastically collected information on the topics, analysed and synthesised the information and came up with a solution to the problem .

The term booklet represents the collective effort of the group. This booklet was forwarded to Deakin University where it was assessed by F.P.S evaluators. The teams received their assessed booklets, they learnt their strengths and weaknesses, hopefully using this feedback to good effect in the write-up of their next booklet.

One of the teams: Jacqueline Kemper, Elizabeth Hayes, Catherine Gaffrey and Deanna Trento qualified for the State Finals.

All groups worked very efficiently and collaboratively to achieve wonderful results . Great effort girls!

A. McKay

FUTUR E PROBL EM TEAMS .

Back

N.Rowe , E.Hayes, J.Kempen, E.Henry, A.Enright, T.Cosgriff, L.Strauch.

Middle

E.Reardon, T.Bates, C.Murray, M.Collins, L.Jenkinson, C.Hyland

Front

L.Taylor, M.Cusick, C.Gaffney, A.Kelly

Absent

D.Trento , J.Hunter , H.Veale

NORTH EASTE RN ENRIC HMENT CLUST ER A new initiative this year was the formation of an enrichment cluster group involving four schools Marcellin College, Catholic Ladies ' College, Santa Maria College, and Loyola College. All the schools involved felt that the more able and talented students needed to be given the opportunity to work in cluster groups with more able students in order to extend their level of creative thinking. It was decided that activities should be offered across the eight key learning areas.

Each term an activity was offered C.L.C. Term 1 - Future problem Solving Workshop Marcellin Term 2 - Writers Workshop -Andy Griffiths Santa Maria Term 3 - Music Master Class (bands) Loyola Term 4 - Forensic Science Workshop All the girls who participated were challenged and became totally involved in the various activities offered. Next year we will be offering four new activities.

A. McKay

Excerp t from Adele Ching 's report on the Writer s Works hop held at Marce llin Today we participated in a writing workshop with Andrew Griffiths, author of "Swinging on a clothesline" and many other wonderful books. At first he talked to us about his books. He is a really funny man and we were all laughing at his jokes. Then it was time for us to write.

We had to write about a memory that we could never forget and while we were writing he came around and helped us with it. Then it was time for us to share our memories, some were quite funny.

Afterwards we had to do a frozen moment in time situation, which is setting, who was talking and the place and so on. Lastly we had to think of something different or weird that could happen in the situation and write a paragraph about it.

It was a wonderful day that was educational and fun .

Adele Ching Year 7

La Trobe University became a major sponsor of Tournament in Victoria and they hosted the first Northen Metropolitan Regional Tournament. We really enjoyed the new venue and the experience it provided the teams.

T.O.M. provides the opportunity for students to experience group participation in creative problem solving. Each team consisted of seven members. We entered four teams this year and they all performed exceptionally well.

Maths Engineering - Toying with an Idea. Language/Literature - Just another brick in the wall. Social Science - D.E.C.I.D.E. At the tournament all teams also attempted to solve the same short term problem or spontaneous problem.

Team Three: T. Bates, H. Veale, L. Strauch, T. Cosgriff, A. Enright, C.Hyland and L.Henry were awarded Honours for their creativity, perseverance, co-operation and general fair play.

A wonderful experience for all participants.

TOURNAMENT OF MINDS

BACK: E. Wiltshire, E. Rankin, C. Gaffney, A. Gooden, S. Jordan, K. Hewson, J. Kempen, L.Taylor, L.Henry, L. Hayes.

MIDDLE: C. Gardner, T. Bates, M. Collins, A. Enright, T. Cosgriff, L. Strauch, G. Suri, H. Veal.

FRONT: I. Jenkinson, E. Blackwood, A. Hall, A. Ching, C.Hyland, D. Trento.

INMEMORY..

NATALIE FILOMENA VITA BORN 7.10.78 ENTERED ETERNAL LIFE 1.1.98 O ne of the saddest mo ments of my li fe occurred when I heard about the tragic death of Natalie Vita who had completed her V .C.E . at C.L.C. in 1996. I was so shoc ked to hear that thi s beauti ful bubbl y girl with so much to offer, and so much to li ve fo r, had been killed in a car acc ident.

M y memory of Natalie was her love of wri tin g and o f lookin g at things from a d iffe rent perspecti ve; the unusual, the funn y; her so ul searching poetry. She bro ught all thi s to her ro le as an Editor of the schoo l M agazi ne. It was no supri se whe n she chose to stud y journali sm after co mpl etin g her V. C.E. Natalie took time to write the fo ll ow in g thought in her di ary a fe w hours before she died .

"Life onl y makes sense when we look bac k at it, and analyze it.

It is confusing, sometimes hostile, travelling th ro ugh it.

The las t day of an exc itin g wo nderful challenging year.

God Bl ess 1997!

3 1. 12.97" It was with a heavy heart that I we nt to her funeral.

B ut I was glad I d id . I was so impressed with the love with wh ic h her yo un g fr iends had prepared the service.

T heir support fo r one another, the ir happy memori es o f Natali e and the ir stro ng belief and statement that "Life is Changed Not Ended". I am sure everyo ne fe lt that Natalie wo uld li ve in our hearts fo re ver.

To her parents we o ffer our cond olences and thank them for their lovely daughter who shared six years o f her li fe with us here at C.L.C. D. W arre ll

SISTER MARIE-JOAN GOUGH RSC The li fe o f Si ster M arie-Joa n Gough RSC , Principal of C.L. C., East Melbourne 1956-1 96 1, and the fi rst Principal o f C.L.C. Eltham 1971 -77 was celebrated at her requiem early in July. A fo rmer student o f C. L.C. East M e lbourne, Sr. M ari e-Joan is re membered with gratitude by many of her fo rmer students as an inspi rati onal teac her and a wise and enli ghtened educator.

Sr. M arie Joan had a great love of Language and her exstudents will te ll yo u ho w she imparted a love fo r reading and apprec iati on o f poetry.

It was wo nderful to see so many parents of ex-stude nts at the requiem. Si ster was always pro ud of the work done by the parents assoc iati o n and had a wo nderful relati onship with man y parents.

W e who fo ll o w in the foo tsteps of her inspi rational leadership and others wh o over the years have built th is community o f learners must translate the message of "the love o f C hri st urges us on" into the best educational practice fo r today's and to morro w 's world . W e must seize the learnin g opportuniti es o ffe red by new tec hno log ies , co nside r alternate ways of structuring the learning experi ence of our stude nts and make the best poss ible use of the beautiful enviro nment with whi ch we have been bl essed . We must pray too, that we be blessed with the wisdo m, the fo resight, the courage and generos ity of Sister Marie-Joan Gough and others li ke her who have gone before us.

Sr. Jud ith Peart

CREATIVlWRITlllG MY BACKYARD Cast your eyes back thirty years. Imagine a large block of land, a hillside covered in over thirty gum trees, most tall and straight with the blue-green leaves of the Australian eucalypt, some bearing the blackened scars of a past bush fire. At the foot of the slope is a small, well-hidden dirt road that makes its way through the surrounding empty blocks and bush land.

Over time the backyard has changed, but no one can predict just what the future holds . It has gone from native bush land to a suburban block of land ,with a house; pool and many more man made features. As the years go by the backyard will continue to stray even further from its original state, but hopefully will always be someone's paradise.

Holly Gray - Year 11

WHY? Now bring yourself to the present and imagine this same block of land after the hard work of man has drastically altered the picture.

The back of the block shows evidence of what it once was, but as we move forward many changes have been rought. What was once nothing but a slope, has now been excavated into several levels.

Many new plants have invaded the home territory of the Australian Gum and Wattle trees to produce gardens and flower beds held in place by blue stone walls. Each blue stone wall has a history of its own, some bearing the possibility of a former life as a front wall as numbers are still attached to them.

One large Gum tree stands prominent in the bac kyard taking on the appearance of a man with one arm. Its branches have been cut to protect the new pool beneath which now dominates the backyard. In this tree nest many birds such as Kookaburras, Magpies and Rosellas, which don ' t only brighten up the backyard but bring back the noises of the bush, once frequently heard in this area.

A birdbath, which formerly stood towering over small shrubs in a garden, now fights to be seen as these once small shrubs hover over it as they continuously grow, swallowing anything in their way . A single ivy, which was planted many years ago, now winds its way up several trees in a desperate attempt to reach the sky .

The dusty tracks of bicycle wheels are still visible and are a reminder of the children, now grown up who once zoomed down the backya~d on their bikes squealing with laughter. If the ground is closely examined, the foundations of a former cubby house can be seen. A child's house of dreams, where frequent tea parties were held with dolls, bears and all kind of stuffed creatures.

The tracks made by a young puppy that was once eager to investigate his backyard for any sign of movement are gradually becoming overgrown as he sits at the back door, too old and tired to patrol the yard - once his kingdom.

The heavy torrent of rain belted down on my face, weighing me down. The cold mud was an icy blanket covering me as I did continuous push-ups.

"C'mon Kelly, you weak pathetic excuse for a soldier. Even Mosca and Moses are doing better than you ." The young Major loved being our evil tormentor. He lived for it. Why, oh why did I agree to be in the Army Reserve? Was it selfish pride?

W as it blind foolishness? I think so . It was my first dreadful week in hell, and already I wished more than anything, I could go back to my loving family in sweet 'ol Melbourne, far away from this hell hole.

Instead here I was crawling through the unknown bush in the dark rain, and doing an abundance of torturous push-ups in the squelching mud .

My feet were block of concrete. My legs were weak and unsteady. My stomach was stretched rubber.

My arms had been run over by Mac Trucks . As I climbed in-elegantly in between the thin sheets, I looked wistfully at the well worn, handled photo of my loving family in front of our suburban home in Melbourne, and warm tears trickled down my tired face as I sobbed myself into a restless sleep. I awoke at 0600hrs after a nightmare filled slumber. My eyelids were as heavy as lead while I dragged my exhausted body under the stinging spray of the steaming hot shower. I could go home, oh sweet home, but that would be admitting defeat, one thing I' II never do.

Andrea Kelly- Year 8