1998 Silver and Green

^cfafaVLEDGsMsATrs The combined talents of the English and Art Departments have culminated to form the 1998 Silver and Green magazine. Ms Walsh and Mrs McLean Davies, our wonderful staff supports, must be thanked for their enormous contribution of time and perseverance.

Without them, our magazine would not have existed. Both teachers have been instrumental forces in organising regular meetings, and maintaining our submission deadlines and photo sessions. The efforts of our proof readers Ms Gill and Mrs Miller were also much appreciated. In addition, the Dungeon and Print Room staff were also most helpful in assisting with technical difficulties and the advertising of our creative writing competition.

The Editorial Team has worked extremely hard to successfully complete this project. We are particularly grateful to the Layout Team who gave up the first week of their September holidays, while Jenny and Nadia did a wonderful job with all the photography. The Maintenance Team was, as usual, a great help in organising important things like ladders!

Our committee of Olivia Heaton, Eliza Lockhart, Thaya Kotoridis, Sally Stead, Sophie Breheny (Grade 3), Gillian Phillips, Lauren Donozzan (Grade 4), Fiona Doig, Michell Li, Alex Murphy (Grade 5), Sophia Tsiligiannis, Whitney Campbell and Sarah Robson (Grade 6), supported by Mrs Harrison and Miss Robinson were invaluable representatives from Junior School. Thank you to our JSS reporters, Yvonne Chow, Laura DAIessandri and Sarah Wongaleeshote, and our MS reporters, Hilary Peterson and Henrietta Jones, who did a brilliant job on their 'assignments.'

Many thanks to all our contributors, including those who participated in our writing competition. We wish all aspiring editors luck and success in future editions which we look forward to reading!

Special thanks to Mr Jim Davies, for the coffee and 'homework. 1 We hope that this year's theme of 'Growth' inspires and guides you as much as it has us, as we collated this edition of Silver and Green.

From the Editors:

Senior Text Editor: Edwina Scott, Text Editors: Dale Thistlethwaite and Olivia Ostojic, Graphics Editor: Louise Kent

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Nadia Babaro Sarah James Jenny Brown

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EDITO QlA L The major editing session of Silver and Green takes place at a very decisive time of year. In many ways, it really is the psychological end of Secondary Education for the Year 12s. It's the time of year when you enter your University preferences, scholarship forms and brush up your folio. So it's not surprising that Year 12s start to get nostalgic and reflect upon where we've come from and question where we are going.

The four of us were thrilled to be chosen as editors, and it was in this state of excitement that we decided on our theme of 'growth.' From the moment Edwina suggested it, we were all enthusiastic, and after much discussion, we agreed that we had inadvertently stumbled on a most appropriate starting point for the magazine. To all of us, the theme seemed a very important choice; it is the frame of reference and sets the tone. The feel of the magazine, education and indeed MLC, is all about growth. In a sense, we are all here to grow physically, academically, socially and emotionally, and by the end of our schooling, there are few students who would argue that they haven't been changed and influenced by the MLC community.

The chance to edit a magazine representing over two thousand students and more than three hundred teachers was just one of the many fantastic opportunities we have enjoyed as students at this college.Our years at MLC have been full of excitement, joy, learning and challenges making a rich and colourful experience. It's not just the opportunities, the facilities and the range of choices, it's also the people who have made our education such a pleasure. Teachers staying back after school and on weekends to help with CATs, participating in teacher/student sports matches despite sometimes being unable to run, swim, kick, jump or even just coordinate four limbs - these things symbolise the support we have received. The friends, who have entertained us for years in various corridors, shared Marshmead with us and sat through endless explanations of Mendel's Second Law or the principle of conservation of mass, have completed the picture.

Editing Silver and Green has been an experience that has certainly helped us to grow.

We've had a few hitches and hair-pulling moments, but we've also got to know many people in other year levels, especially our highly motivated and invaluable Year Level Representatives (thanks girls!). We've also had a lot of fun.

Silver and Green is not just a magazine summarizing the year's events, it's the best opportunity we all have to celebrate the wonderful community that has watched and nurtured our growth.

Dale Thistlethwaite, Edwina Scott, Olivia Ostojic and Louise Kent, Year 12 1998 Editors of Silver and Green.

Ms f?0S^4 STOPSLLr Ms Storelli's light, airy office is no reflection of traditional images of 'Principal's rooms', furnished with archaic portraits or a large intimidating desk.

Rather, there is plenty of space to talk comfortably. A photograph of her baby son reminds me of the very reason I'm here to discover her vision of growth that lies behind the smile we have become so accustomed to.

Ms Storelli characterises growth at MLC in terms of the emotional, intellectual, personal and the physical, which can be developed through the opportunities and experiences the school provides.

Importantly, she emphasises that these are not limited to students, but necessary for staff, parents and the society to which we belong.

In view of the significant age range of students, Ms Storelli is particularly interested in the "potential being unlocked." This approach is highlighted by the constant development evident from Kindergarten to Year 12. She cites that MLC's commitment to the diversity of individuals in the community has been articulated to a high degree in 1998. However, she would like to encourage the student body to further develop "multi-interests," and to avoid the categorisation of students in a specific area of the school. In the future, we may see this goal implemented on special 'days', where there is scope for students to participate in activities which they may normally be hesitant to try.

The acknowledgment that "each person who comes through our gate will be very different" has influenced the introduction of the International Baccalaureate in 1999 and the expansion of the VET courses which will allow students to grow further in their own directions. In addition, the Year 10 exchanges to countries such as South Africa and New Zealand, and the Year 8 trip to Canada have enhanced the range of opportunities for students to experience pathways to learning that would not be possible at the Kew campus.

Ms Storelli claims that while students and staff give of their time, "it is also important to understand that they learn an enormous amount from the experiences." The Middle School Contribution to the Community Program, MYLE tutoring, and the visit from Tongan students, exemplify the kinds of extensive service MLC has made this year. Ms Storelli believes that "young people are much more politically aware than we give them credit for."

She sees the issues of Aboriginal reconciliation, multiculturalism, the republic debate, and equity of opportunities for young people as paramount to the growth of future Australia.

In her role as Principal for the first full year, one gets the feeling that great things lie ahead for the next generation of young women to grow, in "preparation, and creation of the world."

Edwina Scott, Year 12

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"I've liked this year very much. I thought it was a very interesting Year 12, there have been many good leaders. The creativity of the students has been quite striking; the year has seemed to me to be very intellectually alive and aware of the societal issues of the time. I think the girls have a global vision. They seem to have a strong sense of Australia as a whole and a strong sense of the wider community."

"Guided freedom" is the philosophy behind the opportunities offered in Senior School.

Mrs McKenzie believes that at MLC we have created "a young adult community that provides an environment where there is mutual respect between students and teachers." She is adamant that this respect is vital to effective learning. The structure of Senior School has undergone much development in recent years with the introduction of a more flexible working environment bringing about spare periods and more opportunities to participate in field work outside the campus. This style of learning is to be pursued at MLC with more online and off campus study which Mrs McKenzie hopes will help relieve the stresses of VCE and provide an alternative to traditional learning. Confident that a progressive approach to education will be successful, Mrs McKenzie notes, "I've liked the way the students have responded to their freedom. I like the way the majority of the age group can always be relied upon. I've been impressed by their willingness to listen."

Encouraging open communication Mrs McKenzie is keen to establish opportunities for open discussion forums at the school noting that "young people are very interested in the social issues of the day." She believes that MLC has a particular culture that inspires students to believe "in a fundamental way that women can do anything because you see them doing anything." She also feels that "there will be more opportunities for women if we have a less gender defined society." The task that faces young adults today is to create "rich and supportive family life," while remembering and appreciating how far we've come. Mrs McKenzie reflects, "there are a number of women of my generation who feel that we have lived through very exciting times. The challenge now is to create a society where all citizens have every opportunity to realize their full potential and it's the power of people collectively that will do it."

Dale Thistlethwaite, Year 12

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• Tug too short skirt • Button (or pin) up collar • Fiddle with star • Cough nervously We entered with trepidation, for were we in over our heads! This was, after all, our first big assignment - perhaps if we were real journalists the butterflies tap dancing in our bellies would take their final curtain call!

Thankfully, the interview was smooth sailing. Once through the formalities, Mrs Debbie Dunwoody was eager to detail her thoughts, and reveal to us what she has learnt and how Middle School has 'grown' during 1998.

Having survived her first year as the Head of Middle School (some students might find it odd to see Mrs Dunwoody in such a setting, being more used her flannelette shirts and gumboots worn at Marshmead) her aim, "to provide an opportunity rich program for our students," is clear. So far, Mrs Dunwoody is certainly succeeding in this challenging area of the curriculum!

Through the numerous exchange programs, forums and conventions (whether they be environmental, political, or more general) an increasing awareness of the outside world is blossoming in the Middle School community. Clearly, this is due to Mrs Dunwoody's vision for Years 9 and 10; "Young Australians of the future really need to have a global perspective. I hope to strengthen Middle School students' world-wide connections... for Middle School is a time when students can experience so many different things." Mrs Dunwoody suggests that, "before we can look outwardly, we must look inwardly and understand our own people and culture." An example of this is the Reconciliation Conference Mrs Dunwoody and two Middle School students attended earlier this year.

Mrs Dunwoody "recognises that schools are wonderful for providing a broad education, but what about lessons learnt outside school walls? Experiences external to school are as valid a form of education as what is learnt in the classroom." With the new millennium drawing ever closer, it seems that increased pressure is being placed on schools to extend their learning horizons. Mrs Dunwoody would like to continue to see Work Experience as a vital extension of the academic curriculum.

Mrs Dunwoody believes she has learnt a lot about herself this year, in terms of what is important and how her priorities change because, "throughout our life we do just keep growing; the process never stops!"

Henri Jones and Hilary Peterson, Year 10

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In the Cato Wing the distant memories of crumbling ceilings disappeared as I passed purple walls and 'learning areas'.

What is striking is the large expanse of space allowed for interaction; a place not only to do, but to 'be'. As a leader of these liberated corridors, Mrs Fran Reddan is obviously passionate about the potential of the Junior Secondary School environment, as she describes the constant growth which is taking place in so many areas.

The introduction of the French Immersion Program at Year 7 this year is a great interest to Mrs Reddan, as the Monet posters reveal. Her eyes sparkle with deep enthusiasm, which is evident for the duration of the interview.

"I think the growth which occurs during life in JSS is about adventure. A large part of the JSS adventure is about making friends, and how students handle their own friendships." She affirms that students are at critical stages of their development in Years 7 and 8, and that it is a time to test the formation and maturity of these relationships.

It is her belief that the newly discovered opportunities for decision-making which students are able to venture into, characterises the spirit of the group. Mrs Reddan emphasises that it is the individuality of students which adds to the "colour and excitement" of the friendships which evolve. In her first year as Head of JSS, Mrs Reddan has particularly enjoyed observing students overcome challenges; "the successful transition from the Primary to the Secondary School environment is always rewarding to watch." She also likes to see students enjoy and improve in their studies, and is stimulated by the Year 8s as they prepare for growth in Middle School, and as they approach the next stage of finding their own identity.

Mrs Reddan cites the events in 1998 such as the Year 8 Musical, 'The Boyfriend,' the House Drama Festival and the Athletics and Swimming Carnivals as events where large student bodies highlight their ability to work together. However, she is just as interested in the spontaneity of students in Assemblies, Chapel Services and presentations they give in various subjects and activities.

Life in JSS is a time for experimentation, group collaboration, space and time.

An eclectic mix of enthusiasm and verve in a nurturing environment, it is a place "on the go," ready to cater for students of the new millenium.

Edwina Scott, Year 12

M P s T o i f r G ^ PuWIAfssic Head of Junior School, Mrs Toni Gray Planinsek, bubbles with excitement when asked to characterise "growth" in the MLC Junior School. She details how Junior School is like a collection of flowers, "some quite different and in need of different things at different times, but, collectively, they make up this wonderful garden...a garden of children."

With this analogy in mind, Mrs Gray Planinsek points out how Junior School helps its "flowers" to grow and develop.

"Sometimes hot sunshine is the best for some flowers, whilst sometimes the cool of the shade for others." Rather than inspiring "growth" in students, Mrs Gray Planinsek sees Junior School as the provider of "roots" for the girls. She feels that "within this garden, there are a variety of pathways."

Physically, Junior School has maintained its size, the numbers of classes staying the same in 1998. A new Principal has obviously influenced the functioning of not just the Junior School, but MLC as a whole. Future growth is imminent, with the very likely addition of a creche and a three-year-old kindergarten. This pattern of change also includes continual developments in the curriculum in order to provide maximum opportunities.

On a personal level, being Head of Junior School has helped Mrs Gray Planinsek "learn about relationships and being with other people." She feels that "there's also the challenge of providing the best for the students." Overcoming this challenge pushes Mrs Gray Planinsek "to be out there seeking knowledge."

When asked how Junior School prepares girls for moving onto "bigger" things, Mrs Gray Planinsek suggests that there's a "certain amount of seeding and transplanting each year as we move mature plants to bigger gardens and we introduce new seedlings to take their place. We think MLC is an outstanding garden as it provides the best conditions for strong, healthy growth."

Olivia Ostojic, Year 12

3 o o U s oM PPs^scts Amongst the many adjectives used to describe the Year 12's 1998, one of the most popular (and flattering) appears to be 'diverse'. However, whilst the students' talents are varied, these differences have been embraced, allowing the formation of a cohesive body which feeds on these individual skills. This situation has been reflected in the Prefect group. The Prefects this year have worked hard to serve the MLC community, and in particular the Senior students. Working as a group, rather than individuals, the Prefects have worked hard to encourage students to participate in College life.

Following a tradition started last year, one of the highlights of the Prefects' year was 'Funky Week'. The aims of the week's activities were to bring the entire student body together and raise money to support the United Nations Fund for Women and a Muscular Sclerosis Research Group. The week started very successfully, with the highly entertaining Scotch/MLC Netball match. We continued this sporting tradition with the teacher/student Softball match on Tuesday. On Wednesday a debate was enjoyed by many students, and a picnic on Thursday lunchtime brought the school together in the front gardens, for food, fun and sun. Friday was the last day of 'Funky Week', and we knew it would be sadly missed. Students and staff had enjoyed the diverse activities and opportunity to contribute to both our College and the wider community. Funky Week finished in style with the back -to-the-seventies disco day. Everyone arrived in their flares and 'fluoro' clothes. The Assembly Hall was transformed for a lunchtime of Saturday night fever, as we 'grooved' through to the end of an amazing week.

The Year 12's of 1998 are now the 'senior citizens' of the MLC community. For many years, MLC has been their home and has provided support and friendship. Whilst it is challenging to move to new and unfamiliar places, we know that we have been equipped with the skills to do our best, and face any challenges that we encounter in life. Thank you to our year level and MLC for the opportunities we have had to discover ourselves, and all our best wishes for the future.

Clare Looker, Laura Crommelin and Alice Forsyth Senior Prefects

Ms Sf20 8 l^Q 11 COMMITTEE Middle School SRC Report

Year 11 Committee

It has been a very busy and successful year, with Middle School raising an enormous amount of money for various charities through Casual Clothes Days and individual Form Group activities. In Term 3, we will be supporting Amnesty International by lighting Freedom Candles throughout the School.

Each Wednesday lunch during first semester, members of the Year 11 Committee attend the weekly meeting.

Lead by our President Shen and Secretary Suzanna, the meetings were always interesting and often proved to be entertaining! Although we sometimes struggled for numbers, the committee members present enjoyed the occasionally heated discussion over issues ranging from partners at the Year 11 Formal to the uniform policy. The most successful event organised by the committee would have to have been the MLC vs Scotch debate.

The topic 'That Boyfriends are not worth the trouble' proved to be an 'entertaining' one, (much to the amusement of the MLC girls and Scotch boys present). All the money raised was donated to the Tan Le foundation, and we hope the debate will continue in future years.

The SRC, whose meetings are chaired by the President, have developed committees within the large group that address issues such as uniform, Speech Nights and dances.

SRC sub-committees that involve representatives from both Senior and Junior Secondary School are the Tuck Shop Action Group, and the Sun Smart Action Group.

We also have students working in collaboration with our Parents'Association.

Significant changes have been made throughout Middle School this year.

Students will notice clocks in every classroom, cleaner eating areas and a brand new SRC suggestion box in its new home, outside the Middle School office.

Currently, we are in the process of choosing a song for Speech Night, while also considering the idea of bags in classrooms, and the types of bags we are allowed to use. The reform of SRC is also being discussed.

We would like to thank Mrs Dunwoody for her guidance this year and wish next year's SRC all the best.

Rebecca Parsons and Stephanie Chan, Year 10

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^SPOROS PSPOPT Powerful push-ups, splits on both legs and holding your entire body weight on your arms characterise Aerobics at MLC. This year the advanced team took the sport to a new dimension. Competing under the name of LEAP (Lexi, Emily, Annie and Penny), the team made history as the first MLC Aerobics Team to qualify for the State finals in at least five years! This historic event was a great feat after team members overcame i l l n e s s and injuries, and coped with the departure of the former coach, Mrs Pilioglou. The team even managed to be placed 3rd in one of the competitions and was rewarded for its hard work and dedication with a Bronze Medal.

The Open Team, otherwise known as the A q u a m a r i n e s , c o n s i s t e d of e i g h t dedicated Year 10 students.

Unfortunately, due to point deductions they didn't make the finals, but their skill and energy levels on the day were amazing, and they were congratulated on their performance.

Under the new direction of Mrs Davies, the Aerobics Squad which was previously offered to Years 10-12 will now be opened to Years 7-12. This expansion will enable an increased number of girls to participate, ensuring that the 1998 high standard of performance continues in the future.

Penny Opie, Year 12

M lsttcs/ The Athletics season commenced in Term 4 1997. Training several times a week preceded the Premier League Competition, which continued into Term 1.

The new year brought an influx of junior students into the squad, which boosted numbers to an impressive 60 members. Specialist coaches, helped team members to improve skills and further develop ability.

Our main competitions for the year commenced two weeks into Term 2 with the GPSVA and the GSSA. There were some outstanding team and individual performances with personal best and meet records created by Naomi Manning, Kate Rosengren, Rachel King, Fiona Buchanan, R. Manahara and Annie Dobson.

A memorable performance at the GSSA from Georgie McCallum in the 800m leg of the medley relay was inspirational for all competitors.

The Cross-country season commenced with the House Cross-country on May 1st leading to team selections for forthcoming Inter-school Competitions.

Our Senior and Junior Teams dominated w i t h impressive results in the GPSVA and the GSSA.The Senior runners continued with victories by the Under 20 team at the Cross-country and Road Relay State Championships. Impressive results at the individual Victorian Championship culminated in a Gold Medal for the Under 17 team, a Silver Medal by the Under 20 division. In addition, Kate Rosengren was selected for the Victorian Squad. Congratulations to all competitors who completed a gruelling season. Special thanks must go to Miss Warrick and Mr Nelson for their time and d e d i c a t i o n to the A t h l e t i c s and Cross-country Squads. We wish both teams the best of luck in 1999.

Athletics Captain: Danielle Lynch, Cross-country Captain: Fiona Galbraith, Vice Captain: Kate Rosengren.

Badminton is a Term 3 sport played by a variety of athletes. A fun approach and competitive spirit make Badminton an enjoyable sport for all team members. The strength of the team lies in the friendships that have formed throughout the year. Each competitor in the Badminton Team gets involved in junior development, which proves to be an enjoyable experience and enables us to develop our leadership skills.

The Badminton Team loves playing their Thursday afternoon matches then munching on juicy oranges. We'd like to thank our e n t h u s i a s t i c coach, Mrs Berell w h o s e time and effort are appreciated. We've had a great start to the session; fingers crossed that we finish just as well...

Felicia Brown, Year 12

KASKETBJ The Basketball season commenced in Term 4 of 1997. Through all the fun and laughter, the A Team managed to finish the season with an undefeated record while the B Team also scored several mpressive wins. Our fierce rivals, Ivanhoe Girls Grammar, were our biggest competition for the season; in matches which always managed to be close encounters.

LL Our well-earned victory by over 30 points dissolved any chances that Ivanhoe had of receiving the trophy for undefeated season performance.

A memorable highlight for the season was our 94-10 victory over PLC. We look forward to continuing this overwhelming success into Term 4, 1998. Good Luck and PLAY HARD! Kylie Sweetman and Danielle Lynch, Year 12

Yes, MLC does have a Cricket Team.

You may ask why it is not usually displayed in the Silver and Green? The reason is that cricket is played in Term 4, after the magazine has been put together.

MLC has two cricket teams, Years 7 -9 and 10 -12. Mr Shipp is our Senior Coach. MLC has a great cricket record as most years we are undefeated. In 1994, 1995 and 1997 MLC had a team represented at the Victorian Schoolgirls Cricket Championship.

To participate in this event schools are required to be the winner of their group.

MLC won the Schoolgirls Championship in 1994 and 1995, which means we were State Champions. Even though in the past years we have had players in our team that represent Victoria in cricket, we are still capable of winning our group and then winning the Victorian Schoolgirls Championship in 1998.

Playing cricket for MLC is a lot of fun and it is great to represent such a dominant team. GO MLC for 1998!

Emma Bartlett, Year 12

D I W f?£PO QT MLC provides students with the opportunity to learn basic diving skills within the normal PE Curriculum. From this program, students then have the opportunity to join the Elective Diving Program.

The MLC Elective Diving Program is in its second year and already producing some excellent results.

Headed by Jenny Donnet, four time Olympian and twice Commonwealth Games Champion, the diving program caters for beginners and recreational divers through to state and national level divers. Classes are held each lunchtime and afternoon and run throughout the year. Students are taught individually within groups so that they can progress at their own rate. Diving clinics are run through Community Education during the holidays, which promotes MLC and diving to the wider community.

This year, MLC is participating for the first time in the schools section of the Victorian Diving Association Interclub Pennant series.

Divers compete for their club or school and are awarded points for each placing, which are tallied at the end of the series. The club or school with the most points receives a pennant. MLC has students competing in C, D, E and F Grades and divers are already placing highly.

Some MLC students have been training seriously for a number of years and have been competing at State and National level with excellent results.

Special mention must go to Amey and Emily Moors-Chantry who are currently Victorian Champions in their age groups.

Amey is also the current Australian Champion in her age group.

Other divers competing at State level include Alicia Williams and Clare Fagan.

During 1998, it is expected that a further eight MLC divers will develop into State level divers. Best wishes for an exciting and energetic year!

GflMAMsTTCS Vaulting Through 1998!

Once again Terms 3 and 4 were the gymnasts' focus for the year. The most important dates in our diary in 1998 were Inter-house Gymnastics on the 9th of September and the Inter-School Competition held between 12th and 14th of October.

Inter-house Gymnastics involved students from Prep to Year 12. This year the emphasis was on 'the more the merrier'.

It w a s f a n t a s t i c to s e e t h e m a n y tumbling, twisting students we had in the g y m on S e p t e m b e r 9th.

This competition kept all our 1998 captains very, very busy! Training for Inter-house Gymnastics started at the beginning of Term 3.

At the I n t e r - s c h o o l C o m p e t i t i o n , MLC students presented their perfected routines to the outside community. A variety of our students from the interested beginner gymnasts, to retired gymnasts a n d g y m n a s t s w h o t r a i n in o u r competitive program after-school, w e r e i n v o l v e d in Inter-school training which also commenced at the beginning of Term 3.

All students from Grade 6 to Year 12 are eligible to be part of the MLC Gymnastics Team.

Ingrid Lim, Year 12

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The 1998 Hockey season was both a fun and successful season for all team members. There was some classy work, and goal conversions from the forward line of Fiona Galbraith, Jodie Harrison, Katie Davies, Kathryn Savage, Meg Hutchins, Stephanie Waters and Clare Barnett. Our defence, Susanna Fischer, Edwina Oostergetel, Amy Frew and Veronica Loras, also proved highly effective. Special congratulations go to Cathy McBride, our newly recruited goalkeeper. She managed, with a little help from the rest of defence, to maintain the season without any goals scored against her. Without any doubt, the goal of the season should be awarded to the vice-captain Kathryn Savage, for her amazing undercut in the second match.

It was simply inspirational - well done Kathl After playing our usual draw, the team entered the Buchanan Cup. Joined by other members (Emma Scarff and Jane La Nauze from Middle School, and Helen Feddersen and Phoebe Smith from Junior Secondary School), the team managed two wins and a draw, and was defeated only once. This was a fantastic day for everyone involved, and a great finish to a most rewarding season. Thanks to Mr Nelson for coaching the team, and good luck to the 1999 team.

Penny Watts, SS Hockey Captain

(o4(p4k£AfG Kayaking is a developing sport at MLC. Each year our team enjoys increasing success. We started 1998 with 15 members, a number that grew to 40 throughout the course of the year. The team is continually striving for the ultimate goal - to win the Murray Marathon.

For the past 6 years, MLC has come 4th in the school division on the Murray. In the hope of improving both our endurance and style, we have commenced jogging sessions, weights training and aerobics. Hopefully, these extra activities and our shared motivation will give us the edge for the 404km Marathon from Yarrawonga to Swan Hill.

Our training sessions throughout the year have been directed towards many races including the State Marathon and Sprint Championships. At these events, the team made MLC proud, winning medals and showing competitive skills.

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The MLC Kayaking Club trains all year round on the Yarra River during both the sweaty summer months and winter's cold and drizzly weather. The MLC Kayaking Club was developed six years ago by a student, Susan Tegg (who is now one of our coaches). The Tegg family has built this club and all are still totally dedicated to it. The kayakers of MLC wish to thank the Tegg family and Mike, our coach, for their continual support.

This sport is available for years 10-12.

The retiring MLC kayakers hope that Kayaking will continue to grow within MLC and b e y o n d and wish all kayaking athletes the best for the future.

Felicia Brown, Year 12

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M T E A i l The Senior School Netball Team was undefeated in 1998, achieving the objective that had been set prior to the start of the season. Matches were of a high standard and were fiercely contested, but with our experienced team, we proved to be a formidable line up.

Cherry Gedre proved to be a skilled and consistent goal shooter with excellent agility. The wing attacks, Anna Smith, Kirsten Brown and Rhiannon Ingram all demonstrated excellent passing and court coverage. Jo Brown, Laura Crommelin, Rochelle Barclay, Bree Todorovic and Claire Matthews all worked together well to provide a tight defence.

Q£?OQT During the season, the team aimed at being successful in the Annual School Girls' Tournament held at Royal Park.

The evening was filled with tightly contested matches and unexpected results. Korowa Girls' School, boasting several State players, prevailed on the night, but MLC scored a gallant 2nd place in our division. This made those wintry mornings well worth the effort!

We were privileged to have such an experienced and good humoured coach as Ms Nankervis, who extracted the best from all of us.

I'm sure the Senior School Netball Team will continue its great form in the New Year. Good luck and all the best for 1999!

Catherine Courtis, Year 12 1998 Netball Captain

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We wait, our hearts nearly busting through our ribs with every beat. As the final 400 metres approaches, muscles are in agony with the growing pressure of lactic acid.

T h e n , the mixture of relief, elation, satisfaction and despair swells through our bodies, after we realise twelve months of hard training is over.The MLC Rowing Squad of the 1997-98 season was close to the largest squad on the Yarra, with 72 junior members and 41 seniors. The quality of physical performance was accompanied by an equally rewarding number of personalities off the water. The season commenced in May 1997 in the Weights Room, building strength and endurance.

To maintain fitness we played arduous games of soccer, training until the week before Christmas and had a break until the annual Bairnsdale camp at the end of January. Whilst many were eating pudding, dedicated rowers ran the football fields, and trained on the ergos, and prepared for the dreaded ergo test.

The Senior Squad's first major victory was at Head of the Yarra, an 8km race from the city to Hawthorn.

Our pre-season training proved successful and we won the gruelling event in both the 1st and 2nd eight divisions.

Special congratulations must go to the 3rd Four (Bree Todorovic, Sarah Coxen, Sarah Raisbeck, Lucy Adams and cox Alex Patric) who won MLC's first national title from Nagambie, and to the 1st and 2nd Year 9 Fours who one at Head of the Schoolgirls.

Another excellent effort was by the 1st Quad Scull (Mary O'Connor, Kari Entwistle, Angela Moore, Sarah Dalley, Katie Davies and cox Bee Lawton) who won the Head of Schoolgirls. It is the third year in a row that MLC has won this title. The 1st Four (Tanya Johnston, Elissa Conlon, Cherie Gendre, Meg Hutchins and cox Lauren Harry) did extremely well to place 3rd behind national title holders Lauriston, and joined forces with the 1st Quad in the eight to win a State title and place 2nd at Head of Schoolgirls.

Thank you to all parents who supported us at, the Silverstar Rowing Club Committee and our coaches. Congratulations to every member of the 1998 squad, to all those who experienced the greatest feeling, when the hours of training finally came together and the boat started to fly.

Katie Davies and Jean Tait, Year 12

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The Waterpolo Team had a great year.

We were moved from B Grade up to C Grade, where we managed to come a respectable third in the inter-school Round Robin, competing against schools like Lauriston and Tintern.

We also competed in another competition at PLC with such schools as Genazzano, S t r a t h c o n a a n d P L C in a six hour

night of waterpolo. Here MLC blitzed the pool coming out on top in the Grand Final and downing PLC 8-2.

Thanks to all of the girls who competed this year and to Miss O'Connell for coaching us.

Claire Holdsworth and Kim Boyd, Year 12

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1st base: Our Senior School Softball Team was geared up for a big season and with personalised white wally-hats - we looked the part. Our matches started unusually late into the term, so we were able to have extra practices, brushing up our skills from last year.

2nd base: By the time it came to play our first game Diane Apostolopoulos, Clare Barnett, Emma Bartlett, Ruth Caldwell, Ebony Clotz, Laura Crommelin, Hillary Holland, Clare Kinnear, Doreen Nhonhtachi, Renee Pollard, Amelia Prowse, Kathryn Savage, Penny Watts, Jo Wotton and coach, Mr Shipp, were ready for anything.

3rd base: The teams we played varied in strengthour closest game was against Camberwell, where Laura saved the day with a three run home run in the last innings. Our season victory was 32 runs- 0.

Home: Our last match against Ivanhoe was also a success, resulting in an undefeated record for the season. We managed to survive the season even with Jo's knee and Penny's hyper-extension of the arm.

The strong combination of players, practice and chocolate biscuits made for a great team and an enjoyable term.

Thank you to everyone involved and good luck for 1999.

Ruth Caldwell Kathryn Savage, Year 12

sSi/rMMlAfO PsPoPT MLC Rules The Pool.

School Swimming kicked off to a dazzling start in the GPSVSA and GSSA Swimming Carnivals. As the GPSVSA trophy spent the year in St Catherine's commemoration cupboard, we were all determined to bring the shield back to MLC. So we spent Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings training and practicing relay changeovers. Two weeks later we triumphed again at the GSSA, defeating another six schools in both Swimming and Diving.

In preparation for the big event, The All Schools Swimming Carnival, we 'bonded' as a team, with picnics, sausage sizzles and pom-pom making sessions.

On the night of the competition, the MLC stand was filled with parents and friends donning the glittery silver and green capes, hats and pom-poms and cheering our swimmers down the pool.

With the help of the fabulous supporters, MLC produced amazing results, winning almost every event, thrashing all the other girls schools and beating the boys in point score. Traditionally, we all headed off to Fast Eddies in Bourke Street to fill up on chips, mud cake and hamburgers before going home to sleep.

Clare Holdsworth and Melissa Wong, 1998 Swimming Captains

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In the game against Ivanhoe, MLC faced tough opposition. In this match their team boasted State representative players as their first pair. However, it was the determined performances of the team which proved decisive in achieving this win.

Some members of the team were also involved in a challenging tournament at the National Tennis Centre for a School Girls' Competition. MLC put up a creditable performance against high quality competition and all participants rated this a worthwhile experience.

Miss Nankervis always gave the team encouragement and support through the season. Thank you very much for a fantastic 1998 season! Good Luck for 1999.

Catherine Courtis, Year 12 Senior Tennis Captain

^VDLLSOS^LL The highlight of this year's Volleyball season was the match against Ivanhoe Girls' Grammar. The team's effort suggested that all the training paid off.

Volleyball is not a specialist sport that athletes need to begin when they are still in Primary School. It was really g o o d t o s e e l o t s of p e o p l e c o m i n g a n d participating. Volleyball is a fun school sport to pick up.

Congratulations to: A team: Alice Forsyth, Laura Crommelin, Clare Barnett, Penny Watts, Ruth Caldwell, Felicity Robb, Katherine Savage, Claire Burns, Veronica Partowidjoj, Ena Fukumura and Sophie Guillard.

B team: Annie Dobson, Coco Pinnis, Katie Davies, Amelia Prowse, Kirsty Seares, Natalie Canzoneri, Emily Bond, Sally Law, Marcelle Gray, Kaitrin Both, Susie Wharton, Justine Browne, Suzi Young and Betty Vong.

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It was a brilliant season as both teams remained undefeated. Keep up the good work in '99.

Penny Watts, Year 12

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Big Band

Concert Band rehearses on Thursday nights under the direction of Mr Nevile Shade. The band performs annually at the Gala Concert, the State Championships and the Twilight Concert. Band is fun and also challenging at times but everyone has a great time performing. Rehearsals, performances and fun are what makes being a Concert Band member so great!

1998 saw a major revamp for Big Band the addition of a vocalist. After learning the vocal part for chosen songs over a few weeks, the first rehearsal with the band was quite disastrous, being much more difficult than anyone had anticipated. However, we kept practising every week, and it started to come together enough for the band to enter the State Band Championships.

Emilie Ash, Year 8

The Championships were held at Box Hill Town Hall on 15 August, and proved to be a fantastic evening. The ten competing bands performed to an audience seated around tables in 'cabaret style'.

Big Band played a great version of "Summertime", followed by the vocal numbers "Over The Rainbow" and "Fever". This was well recieved as our performance was very different to anything the other bands had done. The audience seemed to enjoy it (especially the MLC contingent in the corner, which was almost as loud as the band itself)! We won 4th place overall, which was a fabulous effort as it was only the second time we had entered the competition.

Symphonic Band Under the guidance of the ever-encouraging Mr Robert Burns, Symphonic Band comprises flutes, clarinets, oboes, bassoons, saxophones, trumpets and French horns.

Band members are from years 9 to 12.

Term 1 was a period of experimentation. By Term 2, we were working towards the Gala Concert. The rhythms and colourful harmonies of a band arrangement of 'God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen' and the Scottish melody 'Highland Echoes' proved a delightful choice.

We competed in Division A at the Box Hill Band Competition. Symphonic Band is great fun and a rewarding experience too!

Julia Madden, Year 11

I wish next year's Big Band even more success. I also thank Mr Shade for giving me the opportunity to sing with the band, as it was a wonderful experience, and one not many people are able to enjoy.

Kate Wilcox, Year 12

Junior School Concert Choir

Year 8 Choir

The year started off with Ms Price and Mrs Kenway choosing girls for the Junior School Choir. After some practice, we were ready to perform.

It's been a busy year for the Year 8 Choir. The choir's first performance was T h e Boyfriend', a light-hearted musical comedy set in the 1920s on the French Riviera.

This year's performances include singing at Open Day, the Junior School Chapel Service, the Gala Concert and Carmina Burana, which were all exciting and fun. Term 3 included performances at a wedding, the JSHAA Festival and the Junior School Music Evening.

Thank you to Ms Price, Mrs Kenway and Ms Shewan for giving us the opportunity to achieve such a high standard.

Alexandra Whelan and Kate Brown, Grade 6

Auditions and rehearsals put our singing and acting skills to the test well before Term 2. An enormous amount of time and effort was put in not only by the enthusiastic cast of over 100 girls, but also by our Director, Mrs Jane Steele, our Music director, Ms Kareene Deppler and our talented choreographers and vocal tutors. Our dedication and hard work really paid off - T h e Boyfriend' was a great success.

Within a week we were back in Flockart Hall preparing for the Gala Concert. This year's theme, 'Christmas in June', sparked our work on a medley of old Christmas favourites. Floppy red and green bows and bright Santa hats helped to make this performance very lively.

Georgina Galbraith and Sarah Wongseelashote, Year 8

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As the sorceress' heard the angelic sound, a smile spread across her face.

The Senior Madrigals were born and the sorceress became friend, not foe. Their friendship strengthened and the sorceress had so much faith in the girls that she allocated three student leaders.

They performed thrice in 1998 and lived happily ever after. /As this year's Senior Madrigals sign out, we would like to thank Mr Horowicz, our rehearsal pianist, and Mrs Elton-Brown, our wonderful director, for their support and magic spells cast throughout the year.

Kirsten Bakyew, Louise Kent and Elise Turner, Joint leaders 1998 Year 12

Concert Choir and Senior Madrigals the reality Visualise countless hours in the cold, dark Assembly Hall, on a Saturday afternoon.

Although the rehearsals seem never-ending, the pain was all worth it after standing on centre stage, singing our hearts out!

On a different note (get it ...eds), Choir and Madrigals have become the only accepted excuses for lateness to class.

This is reason enough to endure EB's interesting choreography skills.

Our two performances of Carmina Burana at Dallas Brooks Hall were both rewarding and exhilarating experiences that required a huge amount of preparation from everyone involved.

From Benjamin Britten to Carl Orff, we have had a strange and exciting year.

We have even recorded our own Christmas Carols C.D.! As a group, we have worked well together and performed admirably Thanks to Mrs Elton-Brown and Mr Horowicz for their continued dedication and hard work.

Anna Smith,11 and Liz Sloane, 12

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My Fair Lady'

Under the guidance of Mr Michael Loughlin, Assistant Music Director and the leadership of Jenny Liddell, Katherine Lukey and Katrina Shilton, the 85-member-strong MLC Concert Orchestra burst into the New Year with the performance of a Concerto Concert, performed in March. This was a highlight for many accomplished players who featured in solo performances of their own choice.

While MLC girls were enjoying the last, precious minutes of their summer holidays, 22 girls from Years 10, 11 and 12 and 22 CGS boys, began rehearsing for the Camberwell Grammar School Senior Musical, 'My Fair Lady'.

The orchestra presented 'Hanging Rock', a piece composed by staff member, David Horowicz.

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Melinda Miles, Year 12

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Senior String Orchestra 1998 has proven to be a busy year for the MLC Senior String Orchestra. Every Wednesday afternoon, dedicated musos arrived at the Auditorium.

A Concerto Grosso for the Gala Concert has become a part of the Senior Strings tradition. Under the guidance of Mr Clive McCullough and the tutors, we were finally ready for a rewarding evening.

Laura Downie, Year 11

We rehearsed for four fun months. The production was under the direction of Mr Colin Black, the baton of Mr Trevor Henley, and was choreographed by Mr Peter Faux. All three encouraged the cast to work extremely hard, but also provided entertainment, especially Mr Henley's attempts at singing Soprano parts and Mr Black's "sad" Alfie Doolittle interpretation.

Performances were held on the 14th, 15th and 16th of May and were unforgettable. We performed to rave reviews while Mr Black was ecstatic that the show he had dreamed of directing for so long was so unbelievably successful.

Thanks goes to Mr Black, Mr Henley, Mr Faux, Mrs Elton-Brown and Miss Francis for all their time and assistance in making the show so great. Everyone involved had a magnificent time being a part of such a large production and will always have wonderful memories of 'My Fair Lady' '98.

Miranda Lukey, Year 11

GO PUPPLS TURTLES! MS Berry achieved excellence in the House Swimming Sports. Led by Senior Captains Nicole Kee, Eliza O'Shaughnessy and Lucy Hodgeson, Berry was placed 2nd. From the poolside, we moved to the athletics tracks, where girls were seen throwing and running every lunchtime. Athletics brought Berry and its Senior Athletics Captains Kathryn Savage, Georgia Berry and Cherie Gendre a 3rd place. Berry then went on to slaughter the opposition at the finals of the Debating season raking in a 1st place, thanks to the efforts of Captain Simona Gory whose 'evict the fat fools' speech won her Best Speaker.

Berry has been fantastic this year with everybody participating enthusiastically in all House events. We would like to thank all the captains, who have been particularly dedicated and supportive throughout the year. We wouldn't have survived without our unreal Recorder, Olivia Wilson, and our absolutely legendary House Teacher, Ms Smith.

We have won most of the House events this year and we hope that next year Berry is just as good!

MS Captains:Kelly Bucca and Rebecca Parsons, Year 10 JSS

On the stage, Berry performed 'The Four Cornered Triangle'. Rowena McPherson and Katy Brooksbank were our captains, with Katy's impression of Filinia winning her the Milne Award (MLC's version of an Oscar). Thanks to the efforts of Jane Summers and Natalie Au, we won the massed singing, 'Like An Eagle'. Berry has shown fantastic enthusiasm, which we hope will continue. A huge round of applause goes to Ms Walsh who has been a terrific House Teacher all year round. Good luck Berry!

SS Captains: Fiona Maher and Felicia Brown, Year 12

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What a great year it has been for JSS Berry! A special thanks to our Athletics Captains, Holly Andrews and Danny Harnson, our Swimming Captains, Katherine Lee, Casey Gosper and Sarah McNicol, and our Drama Captains, Zsofi Paterson and Katie Molloy. Their time and effort resulted in very successful Swimming and Athletics days and an entertaining Drama performance. Thank you to Roslyn Wong, our very organised House Recorder and our unreal House Teacher, Mrs Tinsley.

JSS Captains: Melissa Meek and Tascha Gendre, Year 8

GO -RUS-KEMPs! ss Pooh gave a sly grin- "Even though eating honey is a very good thing to do, there's a moment just before you begin to eat it which is better!" In other words...even though we're in TOP form, it's the preparation that counts!

We'd like to thank every Catoite for their immense spirit, especially to Carla for bestowing so many Redates. Well done to Mrs. Morane for her first year as CATO's House Teacher, under her guidance, Catoites will have many wunderBEAR years to come.

Zoe Lane and Coco Pinnis, Year 12

The new year has indeed been a fanBEARtabulous one. Thanks to Janelle, Alison, Melian, Sophie, Carly and Fiona for their efforts as Swimming and Athletics Captains. Our rowers plunged over the line with a BEARilliant first - and that was just the tip of the honey jar. From there we soared as high as Piglet with his blue helium balloon, taking second in Drama with our BEARdacious interpretation of 'Lovers in the Midsummer.' Well done Nat and Clare.

Pooh's stomach rumbled, as he dipped his paw into his honey jar, speckling golden raindrops over his t-shirt. He then began contemplating the second semester...

"I do believe with our BEARious ways we will be rewarded as Barbie and Ken sit on the Simpson's couch, Shoop-shooping along to 'Spice Up you Life' at the Music Festival with the help of Amy and Jane."

MS Cato has had an absolutely terrific year, getting off to a great start in Term I with House Swimming. Heaps of fun novelty events, our ever-present enthusiasm and plenty of wins in the pool helped to make the day a great success. We were given another chance to display our tremendous team spirit and sporting prowess at the House Athletics, where we ran, jumped, threw and cheered our way to an excellent third place. We had a brilliant win in House Drama, collecting the Proficiency Award, all thanks to a talented, dedicated cast and our great captains Pia and Ginny. We've had fantastic participation in all House sports, and were successful in Waterpolo, Cross-country and Table-tennis.

Well done Cato - thanks for a wonderful year.

Sarah Wongseelashote and Jess Tribe, Year 10

GO 6)£LLOV Lroifs! ss Our fighting "tuff-stuff" spirit started early this year. House leaders met at 7:45 am on the first day for a pep-talk before visiting the masses. Urged on by our brilliant war cries, our Athletics and Swimming Captains took on their roles with pizzazz. The move to the Aquatic Centre posed no problems for Kate, Clare and our talented junior members, who brought home our seventh consecutive win. In March, we exchanged our fins for runners and with the help of Rachael and Dan, convinced even the biggest skeptics that Fitchett was still a force to be reckoned with.

We jumped, threw, rowed, ran, swam and roared our way to glory. The captains and players showed a ferocious spirit. This paid off, with Fitchett winning Cross-Country, Hockey and Badminton.

Megan's successful oratory was quickly followed by our powerful House Drama performance. Dan and Kelly skillfully directed the cast and crew. Our victory was a surprise to all!

In August we performed the "Eye of the Tiger" and our Variety dancers and Choral girls performed 'Grease,' creating a colourful spectacle. Thanks to Kate and Shannon for great leadership during

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the busy season. Thanks to the undying support from Mrs. Rawling, her yellow wardrobe inspired our successful year.

We all enjoyed our roles as Fitchett leaders and wish Fitchettites every success in 1999.

SS Captains: Jo Wotton, Kari Entwistle and Clare Barnett.

JSS Fitchett had a fantastic year. We won the JSS division of the Swimming Sports in Term I, due to the great effort of our Swimming Captains Romy Zyngier and Amy Cross, and our team of swimmers,divers and supporters. We came second in the Athletics, thanks to Maylin McLeish and Sara Yeoman and all the competitors and our supporters.

Recently, we participated in House Drama, performing the third Act of 'Rosalie's Big Adventure'. Many thanks to Peta Jeffries, Felicity Sinncock and everyone who dedicated much time and effort to Fitchett. Our Waterpolo and Soccer Teams have been successful with many eager people participating.

Thanks to Ms McKimmie and Emilie Ash, our fantastic Recorder.

JSS Captains: Phoebe Smith and Ellana Bobenko

GO P[Afc P^AfRJSPsi In 1998, Nevile's continued tradition of enthusiasm and House spirit helped us to, once again, blitz the field.

At Albert Park we swam our hearts out, and many thanks to our swimming leaders Mandy Lloyd, Amelia Prowse and Tanya Johnston.

At Olympic Park, we donned our spikes and stalked our opposition to the finishing line. Although not leading on the score board, our spirited cheerleaders spurred on fantastic cheering. Special thanks to our Athletics Captains, Fiona Galbraith, Vanessa Arcadi and Holly Ames.

Nevile had an extremely successful House Music Contest. Congratulations to all of SS Nevile House who, in the Massed Singing Item, performed "Throw Your Arms Around Me". Our performers brought the house down, snaring 2nd place for the Variety item. Nevile also won the Proficiency Cup, a recognition of the hard work put in by our Music Captains, Natanya Milton and Gene-Lyn Ngian.

Our cast of actors and a professional technical crew performed 'Once a

Catholic', directed by our SS Drama Captains, Cassie Duncan and Sam Ng. Nevile also triumphed when we took home the tennis, hockey, cricket, soccer and football 1st place trophies.

A BIG thank-you to our House teacher Mrs Dawborn-Gundlach for all her encouragement throughout the year and good luck to captains and participants next year - keep up the traditional Nevile enthusiasm!!!"

SS Captains: Linda Harding and Katie Davies, Year 12 MS We have been extremely impressed by Nevile's effort and house spirit in 1998.

We have had a great number of Nevile participants in each of the House events.

Earlier in the year, we did very well in House Music, especially in the Variety item where we did a snappy dance from Pirates of Penzance. Recently, we won the House Oratory with a wonderful speech from Charlotte Elder and claimed victory against the other Houses in squash. Well done all the Nevile girls and captains and keep it up!

MS Captains: Katie Bond and Bridget Basham, Year 10

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Our Krome reign could only get better as the year progressed. After gorging ourselves on a 'green' energy breakfast, consisting of green cordial, cake and pancakes at our traditional pre-athletic breakfast by the Yarra, we sprinted on to the track, taking the gold.

handsome princes... and ugly princesses but... don't judge a frog by its warts!

Instead, judge them by their hair.

"Gimme lots of hair, shoulder length or longer...". In Term 3, with the support of Alison and Erica, our music program consisted of Sister Act and the clothed version of Hair, complete with afros, beehives and bobs.

This fabulous combination of musical talents once again contributed to Krome's winning musical success.

Ruth Caldwell and Melissa Wong, Year 12 JSS

Enthusiastic Kromerians shrivelled under the hot summer sun whilst playing a variety of outdoor sports. A notable success included Kate's winning 4km 'dash' in House Cross-country.

And we proved to be just as successful indoors. Our Krome frogs are not just brawn, but do have brains, as runners up in the Debating final, and a great display by Edwina in House Oratory, demonstrated.

Amphibians to Thespians, we presented the fairytale of The Ugly Duckling.

Thanks to Emma and Meg, we were transported into a world of courtiers,

Krome has participated in many activities this year, ranging from physical to the more musical types. We have achieved excellent results in all areas of competition and recently participated in the JSS House Drama Festival where we came 2nd. We also came 2nd in House Gymnastics. We performed excellently in House Swimming and House Athletics, being placed 1st in Athletics - thanks to everyone's hard work. With House Football approaching in Term 4, we hope to finish the year with more great results.

Stephanie Sloan and Vanessa Wood, Year 8

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VRAJAATtaARTs JSS House Drama Festival Rosalie's Big Adventure Huge applause signalled the end of the second and last successful performance of Rosalie's Big Adventure. JSS has, for several weeks, worked so hard and diligently in preparation for the Drama Festival. The finished product was very professionally delivered and appealing.

This production was written especially for MLC and was divided into five parts for each of the five Houses. The stunts, dancing and singing involved were marvellous and deserve much credit. The winners of the 1998 JSS House Drama Festival were Cato. Well done to all of those who participated in the production, while a speical thanks must be given to the efficient backstage crew.

Yvonne Chow, Year 7

Year 10 Video Production

Three nights of fame You stand in the darkness behind a door, a feeling of nervousness that has taken over all of your senses. You throw open the door and walk out into the spotlight in front of over 100 people. The feeling is amazing! You take a deep breath and say the lines that you have been living for the last month, giving the best performance ever.

These things were more than just fiction for the Semester 1 Year 10 Theatre Arts class. We all got our three nights of fame in the Year 10 Cabaret, 'Once in a lifetime'.

Work on the Cabaret commenced early in Term I. Problems with auditions, scripts, music and costumes soon arose.

Rehearsals on most nights and on weekends brought class members, despite the complaints about how tired we were.

The Semester 1 Year 10 Television Production class won First Prize in the video section of the Soroptomist International Year of the Ocean Competition.

With the Cabaret approaching, there seemed to be an endless amount of things to do, but finally, the first performance arrived, resembling a dress rehearsal with a small audience of parents and teachers.

To promote the work of young students, the Victorian Chapter of Soroptomist International established a competition this year where students were required to address the theme of T h e Ocean - its decisive role in shaping the life of the planet'.

The next performance was a bit more exciting, with the foyer with photos and posters, BJ Hall was set up with all tables and chairs while costumes were confirmed.

The 20 TV Production students created a piece called 'Crystal Bay'.

The Award Ceremony took place in August at Parliament House. The prize was accepted by Jenny Kohn, Margaret Rogers and Bee Plummer, selected to represent the class as they had been responsible for the writing, directing and vision mixing of the video. The prize was a full day on the set of Neighbours and Blue Heelers, hosted by Charles 'Bud' Tingwell.

We had dinner together that night in the Boarding House which was nice. The last night of the performance was much the same and was successful.

I doubt that any of the cast members would swap our Cabaret experience for anything in the world!

Ursula Harris-Grubb, Year 10

SSVQAfAA Check Mate - The VCE Play.

Even though I doubt any of us could actually play, the VCE drama students of 1998 spent many hours of Term I on a large chessboard in BJ Hall. Mere pawns in the hands of King Duncan and Queen Donnoli, around thirty of us rehearsed for six weeks, eventually presenting the polished play 'Crude Poetry', written by 1997 student Rosa Holman. Initially a little hesitant, we soon developed excellent working relationships and realised it was a time for growth, both socially and professionally, and a lot of fun!

The play was a contemporary drama that occasionally stepped into the surrealist world of the chorus in order to explain symbolically, the action of the play. The central theme being friendship, 'Crude Poetry' also focused on loyalty, identity, growth and sexuality. Set in the living room of 'Thelma's' house, seven uni students spent the evening conversing across couches, giving plenty of room for the clashes of personality which eventually lead to the climaxes of the play. Playing to packed (sardine style) houses on the 25th, 26th and 27th of March, the cast and crew were highly charged.

Special thanks are due to Dana Duncan, Felicity Donnoli, Rosa Holman, Chantal Faust, and of course the Maintenance Department.

Katy Brooksbank, Year 12

PSPOPT^ A Merry Regiment Of WomenHouse Drama Festival.

Holla ho! I shall listen to thee. For the Drama Festival hast cometh and goneth, fast like the wind, and thou bears good news upon the matter to spread forthwith.

Ai. Thou the sun dost sleep in her chamber at 7:45 in the morn, thy House Drama participants rise for the call of duty and belt forth their lines in such cold and callous places as Fitchett Hall.

Though thy heaters be on the blink, these fearless thespians conglomerate thus. O, for the spirit of these comrades and the mightiness of their Captains! O, for the relentlessness of health in their attitudes! The Captains all chose comedies, thus the knavery produced forthwith was riproaring fun both for the knavers and the knavees. It hast ta'en o'er six weeks to 'pull together' and hast been a mighty nuisance, but alas! That thy exultant cries pounded out herewith on stage on May 26th hast been proof enough that the participants would it t'were never o'er and that the drama festival continueth through eternity.

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After dinner, we went on a walk to see the famous Baptistry. The rain and darkness didn't dull the experience, but merely gave the building an increased beauty.

Florence was lit with a greenish light, and as we rounded the Baptistry and passed the imitation Gates of Paradise, we were faced with the Duomo, which was a moving and impressive experience. The long fuzzy plane hours were lost amongst this strange newness of our surroundings.

When we visited the famous Uffizi Gallery, the excitement of actually being in such an important artistic place so early in our lives increased our appreciation markedly. Despite spending four hours there, I still felt I hadn't seen enough of the works in the enormity of the gallery. The first room we entered was filled with the gold and gilt of Byzantine influence, where the Three

TOVQ Madonnas were situated next to each other on the left wall. Evidence of religious patronage was strongly highlighted by these and other Florentine frescos which hung in the Uffizi. The greatest realization of our presence in Italy was when we saw Michelangelo's sculpture of David in the Academia of Florence. It was a beautiful dark night when we walked together through the streets.

The unfinished sculptures of Michelangelo's slaves, still entrapped in their marble blocks which lined the sides of the path, commanded our immediate attention, yet it was the statue of David which immediately dwarfed and overpowered everyone in its presence. It was positioned under a glass dome.

Night was just starting to fall outside, which allowed the lights around the dome to illuminate the space.

It reminded me of a song lyric about 'a million points of light.'

Ultimately, it was the Duomo which gave me a sense of security in the Florentine streets, from the first day when we were full of respect, to the last day when we waved it good-bye. The chartreuse glow of the lights surrounding it on the horizon were reflected in the sky, as the balmy temperatures declined gently from day to night.

Katie Jacobs, Year 12

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A QT Wednesday 12 August was the opening of the 1998 MLC student Art Exhibition, 'In Your Dreams'. The theme of the exhibition was 'Surrealism' and every aspect of Art at MLC was represented, with work from Prep to Year 12. Betty Jackson Hall was filled with an array of original artwork divided into rooms for each subject.

Many students and parents attended the night, where the Art Staff prepared food and beverages served on trays made by Year 8 Ceramics students. The highlight

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The display featured all the students wearing their original creations encompassing the theme of 'Jungle Surrealism'. The diverse outfits included creations based on ladybirds, frogs and tropical butterflies. The students entered the hall to futuristic music, compiled from the soundtrack to 'The Fifth Element'.

After moving through the crowd, the students climbed scaffolding which was constructed in the hall and moved to the music, displaying their designs. Other features of the night was the performance of Year 7 students as flowers which was integrated into the Year 11 display.

The exhibition continued for four days where students, teachers and parents were able to appreciate the artistic talent of MLC students.

Julia Glass and Rebecca Bartlett, Year 11

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Her hands turn brown, Encrusted with dirt.

The dirt fills the grooves, In her well worn hands.

Once I got here I wanted to go, Back to that place of things that I know.

Back to the noise and rush of the streets, Back to the shuffling of businessmens' feet.

Back to the cars and trains and trams, Back to the people who know who I am.

Back to the boredom and stress of school, Back to the teachers, students, and rules.

Back to my friends and enemies, To leave this place of serenity.

Leave this place of peace and calm.

Leave this green, grassy farm.

Leave the cows, the chooks and sheep.

Leave this place in my heart that I keep.

Leave this place I now call home, Leave this place all on my own.

Leave these people I call my friends, My time at this place has come to an end.

Now I'm here I don't want to go.

Back to the place that I no longer know.

She complains about her hands, All the time.

She says they're too wrinkly.

But I think that they're, Just right.

They suit her, And they will suit me, When I'm her age.

Mum says I am artistic, She also says that she Is hopeless at things like that.

But really, her art takes a different form To mine A green form, The form of, A garden.

Alison Holder, Year 9

Steph March, Year 9

Farmhouse Days The Bucklands were the previous owners of the Marshmead property including the Farmhouse. Now the Farmhouse is used as a library and an art house. Each Core Group has a Farmhouse day and it is used for art on Options Days. The Farmhouse is also used for creative writing and MML and we can go there whenever we want.

Farmhouse Day was a day we all loved, consisting of three activities. These were bottle painting, calico bag painting and papermaking. Farmhouse day let us decide what we wanted to do. Others ended up sketching for most of the day, while some participated in all the activities they could.

Kate Moors, Year 9 SLAMMers!

SLAMMers are a group of girls who are voted in to represent the other students at Marshmead, acting as a voice from the students to the teachers. Usually, there is only one from each of the three house blocks, one from each of the three core groups, and the SRC representatives, who are automatically SLAMMers, bringing the total to eight.

The SLAMMers meet once a week, every Thursday, with Mr Muntwyler, to discuss up coming events and current Marshmead issues affecting students. Every Friday afternoon, they also meet with Mr Reeves to finalise any plans being made and let him know what they have been discussing.

SLAMMers plan and run all the major Marshmead social events, such as Concert Night, Birthday Night and Social Nights.

Brodie Flint and Nadia Saccardo, Year 9 LOTE Meal The LOTE meal was something to look forward to...yummy food, a chance to decorate the house and get dressed up.

Each language group was split into cooking groups of about seven. Each group had to work out what they wanted to cook, make cue cards in the language they study, work out how they would decorate the house and make invitations for their guests. Each group had a teacher over for the LOTE meal which meant invitations had to be made.

The day came quickly, boxes of food were sorted out and the cooking began. Decorations were put up and costumes were found. Some houses were inventive with their decorating.

In the French groups, French onion soup was a popular entree, while in the Japanese houses spring rolls were the hit. The German group cooked together and the dessert of Black Forest cake was the highlight. The Thai/Italian had a range of food - pesto, garlic fried spinach, spicy prawn soup and Ricotta chocolate.

Everyone had an enjoyable meal and lots of very interesting conversations in varying languages, but then came the cleaning up!

Clare McKenzie, Year 9

PPSP What Does Growing Up Mean to You? That I get bigger and turn into an adult - Julia Chong.

That I will get tall - Ahalaya Rahuraman.

That I will able to do the dishes - Fiona Stocky.

That I am getting bigger and soon I will get married, be a mum and have babies - Matilda Barrie.

That I could ride Zulu (Mum's horse) by myself - Katheen Appleton That I could go to work at Southgate - Alexandra Klages That I could cook spaghetti - Thu Troung That I will be able to drive and cook dinner for my family - Catherine Wong That I will be able to write better and and make books and play "Duck, Duck, Goose" better -Anna Johnson.

That I will be able to go down the slide properly - Amanda Henderson That I will be able to eat faster and I can go into the classroom by myself - Sharna Bourke I can butter my bread and I can play with mum's computer and I can swim better - Alissa Garland I can be a doctor and I will check people. I can talk in English more and play with my friends - Shannon Tee I can learn to spell and I can remember the date - Stephanie McDonald.

Learning to ride horses and learning your manners so you can speak properly - Alex Wormald

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In Grade 1 we have been learning a great deal about the environment. We need the natural environment to help us live and grow healthily.

The world always needs water, because otherwise we would die and that wouldn't be very Annie Chan and Laura Robson, Grade 1 We need the sun to keep us warm and it lets plants grow.

Stephanie Fisher and Scarlett McNab, Grade 1

We need animals because they give us food.

They are an important part of the environment.

Hannah Barry and Renata Barro, Grade 1

The sky is important because it gives us rain and it protects us from getting burnt from the sun.

Rebecca Starkins, Grace Russel and Danielle Brand, Grade 1

We need air in our environment so we can breathe. Animals need it too so they can breathe.

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Soil is important because is helps plants to grow. Soil has food in it for the plants. Without soil plants would die.

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We need plants in our environment to eat and to breathe as plants give you oxygen.

Rachael Boyce and Cecily Tiernan, Grade 1 Humans are important because we care for the environment.

Melissa Coleman and Zoe Read, Grade 1 We need stars for night time. The sun is one of these stars.

Natalie Kerr, Melissa Ho and Jessica Tam, Grade 1

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When I Grow Up...

When I grown up I want to be a teacher to help the children learn. They will learn about growing up and I will be very cross with naughty girls.

Phillipa Russell, Grade 2 Nathalie would like to be a children's doctor when she grows up, so she can make little children better. She will have to study very hard to be a doctor. Sarah would like to be a teacher when she grows up so she can teach little children Math's. It is very easy to decide what you want to be when you grow up.

Nathalie Goh-Livorness and Sarah Daws, Grade 2 When I grow up I would like to be a farmer and I would have lots of animals.

Holly Pulbrook, Grade 2 When I grow up I want to be the sun up in the sky, so I can see everybody down below playing everywhere.

Ashlea Chong , Grade 2 When I grow up I'm going to be a mother. When I grow up I'm going to be a horse and turn into different animals so I can fly camouflaged and swim, and hop like a kangaroo.

Fiona Morrison, Grade 2 Sisters On Wednesday As we enter the room, I am reminded of my childhood. Even the smell of wet tan bark on the way down, holds so many memories. They are little and cute and energetic. We sit on blue plastic chairs and look at the rhyming poems and coloured multiplication tables on the walls, as a new lesson is taught. There is so much in this classroom, birds and plastic cubes and decorated models, so different from the classrooms we are used to. When we are asked to assist those with their hands up, we cannot help but be disarmed by their need for attention and recognition. As we look to each other for the answer to 'how many sides does a pentagon have?' it is obvious our world has changed. Above all else, I am surprised at how individual these Grade 2 children are. You can almost see the people they'll grow into. But as much as we try to help with their 'turn-around' factors and writing in the third person, we also learn from, or simply remember the experience of childhood.

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Knowing I'm Growing If I grew an inch a year I would not be standing here If I did not grow up with work I would be a little twerp

Growth Now I'm in Year Three A cube is more to me It still has only one front But I seeAnother front from another view.

If I eat lots of soup I will grow up Super-Doop!

If my hand writing is much better I will write my friends a letter...

When at Maths I'm very good I can do the things I should If I do not brush my hair, It will start to lose its flair As my body does grow long I'll begin to stink and pong When at play my friends are near I also play and that is clear Kat Laird, Grade 3 Growth at MLC Growth can be found in many different ways.

At MLC we grow in different sizes, shapes, heights and weights.

We have a life cycle where the Preps come in small and go out big.

The big girls have stopped growing in size, but not inside.

Emily Bakyew, Grade 3 Growth in Me Born so little growing fast, Watching all the world rush past.

To eat and sleep, and exercise, Will help me to increase my size.

Reading, learning every day, Will help me grow along the way.

Like birds that soar up in the sky, I wish that I had wings to fly.

To see the things I've never seen, And visit places I've never been.

I guess that I'll just have to wait, Until I've grown far more than eight.

Jessica Walters, Grade 3

Eliza Lockhart, Grade 3 Growing People grow in many ways, It usually takes many days.

Fingers, nose and toes expand, I hope one day I'll look really grand.

Muscles stretch, limbs grow long, One day soon I'll be really strong.

What I know now I'll know forever Tomorrow I'll know more, isn't that clever?

One day I'll be really bright I'll know what's wrong, I'll know what's right...

Jenni Large, Grade 3 Growth Getting ready for a brand new day Rising from bed with the sun's first ray.

Oh to see my friendships growing When I've battled with my spelling.

Thanks to Maths and chess and things Happy on Fridays when the School Choir sings.

Cassie McDonald, Grade 3 Growth How much have I grown in Year Three?

I think I've grown a lot, you see.

Such as in Maths, I have learned to always try my best.

And in spelling, I think I am quite questioning!

I really enjoyed learning recorder this year, And I always play it loud and clear.

Art is one of my favourite subjects, I like it as much as I like my music.

I am doing much better in Phys Ed, Due to all the training I've had.

Making new friends is what I like, Always treat them fairly, I think it is right.

Caring and sharing is what I think we should be learning.

Catherine Nga, Grade 3.

GQADZ Swimming Sports On the 16th June the Year 4 Swimming Sports were held. Both grade four classes tried their hardest, but in the end it was 4F who won the trophy. My favourite race was the Under-the-Lane-Rope relay. I didn't expect 4F to win, so it was a great surprise.

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April Fools!

Mrs Ferrarotto was very clever and caught out 4F this year on the 1st of April. She managed to convince them that the pool was empty and they would not be able to swim unless they filled it.

As they are such obedient children, they went outside with their buckets...

Silver

Lauren Donazzan, Grade 4 Silver is the colour of the stars in the sky.

Letter to Self I'm lucky because I came to Australia and I have good friends and a good teacher. I'm lucky because I have a good brother, Mum and Dad. I'm lucky because everybody says, 'You are very pretty.' I'm lucky because I have a good Grandma and Grandpa. I have no pet, but I'm still lucky. I'm lucky because I'm a happy girl. My mum, dad, grandma, grandpa and brother are in Korea, and I'm in Australia. I cannot see my mum or dad, but I'm happy.

Silver is the colour that you see on Angels wings.

Silver is the colour that makes dreams come true.

Silver is happiness in the world.

Shakira Petrucci, Grade 4

Inkgung Chung, Grade 4 Camp Reflections I felt excited. I thought, who am I going to share a room with? I felt a little nervous. I started to pack my bag early. The camp itself was awesome! I learnt that I can take responsibility for things. I wish we had a camp every month for two weeks (except in the holidays). I loved camp!

Nishma Naran, Grade 4 Music Morning Reflection It was a crisp Wednesday morning and the courtyard was filled with excitement.

Many people were looking forward to the start of the Music Morning. There was laughter backstage, until the soloists went on. Silence fell on the crowd of children when the music began.

Stephanie Judge, Grade 4

Last term we learnt Everything from Sport to English and writing All extremely important and very exciting Reading, writing, poetry and Math's too.

Nothing was missed and our knowledge was improved.

In SOSE we did Australian women Nellie Melba, Granny Smith and Caroline Chisholm.

Goodbye to last term and welcome new work and friends. Welcome to a world of growth that never, never ends.

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Camp Reflections: During the four days Year 5 spent at Ballarat on camp, we all grew up a lot.

We all thought more independently and made decisions that we might not have been able to make at home. For example, we decided what we were going to do in free time, when we would get up, where we went in Sovereign Hill and what we would buy. The best part of camp was that we were allowed to make our own decisions and we were trusted to do so.

Fiona Doig, Year 5 We were able to choose two other friends to live in a cabin with for four days. We learnt to live with our friends.

My cabin was really nice - we tidied our room every day for inspection. If one of us was feeling homesick, the others helped them to think of the fun they were having. This year's camp was great! I wonder if next year it will be just as good.

Olivia Cranwell, Year 5 We all had a lot of fun at camp! However, that is not the only thing we did at Ballarat. I learnt about the miner who travelled all over the world to get to the Ballarat Gold Mines. More importantly, my friendships with others developed.

During camp I was more supportive and caring towards my friends. One example of the staff being kind was when we ate lunch at Sovereign Hill; the cooks delivered us a delicious lunch every time we were there, and we were very thankful.

Overall, I think camp was a great experience. I just can't wait until next year!

Emma Cocks, Year 5 At Sovereign Hill we went gold panning, saw replicas of the Chinese tents, and learnt about how the Europeans teased the Chinese. The things I like best about Sovereign Hill were gold panning, buying lollies at the shops and the 'Sound and Light Show'. One night we watched 'Wallace and Grommit', and on another

night we had a talent show. Both of these activities were really great fun.

Katherine Rao, Year 5 Camp was great, Camp was fun, We were always going places on the run.

At Sovereign Hill we panned for gold, Although the water was really cold.

At the motel we had a talent show But some people's jokes were really low.

On the way we went to a wildlife park And the reptile house was really dark.

The emus were very hairy And to some people, scary.

I've said enough so now I'll rest.

But camp really was the best.

Carlee Speck, Year 5

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The Circle of Life I've had a busy year, I have learnt a lot.

I've learnt how to plan a story, Characters, setting and plot.

I've learnt about the wedge-tail eagle, And how it flies around.

Soaring in hills and valleys, Is where it can be found.

Decimals, fractions and numbers, Can all be found in a Math's class.

If you practice for your test, You're sure to get a pass.

Georgina Langmead, Grade 6

The Circle of Life A burst of light, a ray of sun, A joyous sign, new life has begun.

Before you know it, time has passed, The circle of life is here at last!

A smiling face, a heart of gold, One of the best in this world.

Memories of you are ours to keep Without a goodbye you went to sleep.

A tender thought that brings a tear A simple wish that you were here.

A memory so faint, yet it still exists.

Will it fade away for good Or will it insist?

A memory of you, cut deep down inside.

Will I love and keep it? Or kiss it goodbye?

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A five decades old mistake, gave Hunter Scott a start.

A war-time vessel that met its end, before it reached its bay.

A Captain's duties unattended.

Who was Charles McVay? Gusts of wind whipped around the ship, Sinking the navy crew.

Eight hundred men jumped into the sea, water of sparkling blue.

The navy crew bobbed helplessly, as night took over day.

Grey, white fins swam tirelessly.

Who was Charles McVay? The authorities gave a silent cheer, as the Captain took the blame.

For the sunken ship and all its crew, history will never be the same.

The truth is uncovered fifty years later, a secret that shocks today.

A navy Captain framed for war disaster.

Who was Charles McVay? The Captain took a final breath, For a life that went astray.

The service revolver went through his head.

That was Charles McVay.

Ruby Kan,

Ms cwWAfsP Evil Electronics It started off on a wonderful note. Arriving in a large padded box, it emerged with rounded corners, a matt black finish and little buttons promising technological wizardry.

For a few years it behaved quite well; it sat on the shelf and obeyed our commands. But as it grew older, rebellion crept into its circuit boards.

How can a machine be the source of such hardship? I don't have the answer, but I am one of many victims of the electronic revolution, pleading for an explanation.

It is socially acceptable to invest in gadgets and gizmos. My family is no exception, owning such things as a cocktail mixer, not that any of us drink cocktails, an electrical garlic press and a widget for removing nail polish (run on two AA batteries). All of these gadgets do nothing, but gleam sweetly while on display. I come from a family who hoards junk. I have no qualms about that because amidst boxes of old business cards and bottle caps, we have acquired some useful things. Our TV is indispensable, as is the computer.

I would, however, have no remorse if someone stole our video recorder.

Our green-eyed monster, formally known as the VCR, is gravely disturbed. It can record beautifully, but often it either forgets to start or munches the tape. My brother claims the tapes are too old for it to manage. My mother thinks they're just poor quality. My father insists it depends on how you hold your mouth when you press the button. Whether it records or not could even depend on which program you request. For example, 'Rex Hunt's Fishing Adventures' registers an 'A' on the picture quality scale, whereas 'The Simpsons' or 'Friends' are indecipherable. Clicks, crunches, and tearing ripping noises frequently issue from its bowels, and then the only thing to do is to forcefully extract the tape from its innards.

It was more than an inanimate object; it brought out the worst in us all. The first sign was that we had to start rationing our tapes. In addition, phrases like 'Do not touch - this means you' or 'I am the sole property of Hilary' were scrawled in topsy-turvy writing down the labels. Eventually all these protective measures were to no avail, as our savage beast of a VCR mauled most tapes.

Our video recorder also produced terrible behavior in one senior member of the family.

This certain person, who should have known better, promptly whisked away the VCR instruction manual, and it has never been seen since. I'm sure if I had this fountain of facts and figures, a cure for our Vicious Chewing Rodent could be uncovered. I could even unravel what the remote control buttons do. At least this is what we lesser members of the family like to think, but probably even this bountiful knowledge would be no assistance, for I'm convinced the VCR has a mind of its own. Unfortunately it doesn't have a conscience.

Even when verbally abused it continues to sit, sulk and flash its two little green dots.

We've asked many times 'Can we get a new one?' but are met with, 'Nonsense, it works perfectly for me.' This is followed by a display of niceness by the video recorder in the hope of a few more months of life.

If only it would die and slip slowly into the realms of electronic hell. But the age of electronics is long lived, and our VCR even longer. So I warn you, my fellow consumers, now that we've opened Pandora's Box, we have to face the consequences.

Hilary Peterson, 10

SS <W[MEQ White Stars Sometimes it blares violent and toxic green, but today my head is a patient industrial grey, waiting for the white of pain.

The smooth forceps of the vice slip over my temples.

My brain feels like an onion alone in a jar.

A metal jar.

A lead lined jar.

A soft bruised onion.

Rolling and thudding against the lead lined jar.

My breath catches as the vice is tightened the first notch.

Behind my thin, flickering eyelids I see a firework of pure white stars. These stars are on the surface of my eyes, created by my brain. As close as anything can get and still be in your vision. They're totally out of focus, blurring closer.

To keep my mind moving gently, I imagine the star journey.

Burning into existence on the slimy top layer of my eyes, getting sucked through the hole that is the pupil. White sparks, flying through the eyeballs, hitting the retina like a bullet into a glass sheet. The optic fibre fizzles like a fuse and transmits the white star message of blinding pain to my brain.

From a close up on the optic fibre, my mind camera pans out to a shot of the whole brain.

A tributary of nerves and synapses trace across the surface, all glowing and sparkling with white. It's beautiful, in the way endless, depressing space is beautiful.

My onion in a jar and the universe. Both full of white stars and swelling in their infinite solitude.

Through the white stars I think vaguely that I'm a moaning, whinging invalid.

Mid-thought the vice tightens.

Now it's slipping into mercury, the white light seeping and trickling, eating like acid.

I bite my lip.

Through the mercury, which blurs my vision, I taste blood and bite harder.

I can't feel it.

The vice tightens, squealing with the effort of squeezing my skull like a coconut shell.

I open my eyes, but the white acid is sliding over my vision. Blotches swell and recoil.

I shut my eyes, squinting tight.

My head throbs now.

Some distant drummer keeps beat to its pulsing.

I bring my hands up to my head and push against my burning skull.

Darts of pain shoot randomly inside, like ricocheting bullets.

The concentration, the resistance, fails as usual.

My mouth is wet and warm, my cheeks are wet and cold.

My mouth's full of red, my cheeks are streaked with grey.

With horror I briefly imagine a mirror in front of my eyes.

My ears are ringing and the pain's sparkling with clarity that, I'm sure, can't get any worse.

That's when my preserving body rescues me from my inferno, and everything flutters to black.

When I awake the onion has been wrung dry and the grey has faded to washed out blue.

I stand up.

My hairs tangled and salt and blood are dried on my lips.

I wash my face.

Leia Horsfall, Year 12

M lo s ^ r r e s About The Dead Chicken

Friday Afternoon - biology

'Why do I have to go?' she asked.

'You're the only one dressed and minor inspection is in twenty minutes.'

'Someone has to do it.'

'Well that someone could be you.'

'I did it yesterday.'

'Fine, I'll walk down there and empty it all by myself.' She stomped out of the house not caring who heard her anger through the thin walls. It was strange, walking through the early morning air, which was moist and heavy.

'Welcome in,' the farm house gate heralded. Then she froze her hand on the metal of the chicken yard gate. She held the bucket so to ensure it did not touch any part of her body. She slipped into the chicken coop and surveyed the dirt ground, making sure, with one look, that Bill the Wimp would not hassle her.

The scraps came falling and tumbling out of the bucket.

A lulling electronic murmur communicates to those still listening to the mystery of DNA. Endless strands of destiny coil infinitesimally, Divining with every twist, every turn, the future, the past.

Secrets of form, fact, matter and mind, hidden within their mistress, invisible to her sight.

Few hear and none seem to care.

Lolling heads on desks replay visceral mind films, of what was, is and might be, Constantly reworking and revising, they remain unaware of the influence of those tiny strands, Twisting, copying, dividing, recreating... governing.

The sun weaves its way towards faces via dappled glass, Deflecting and refracting through the maze.

It reaches its targets transformed, or distorted?

The subtle lemon shade is replaced with a smothering buttery tone, More easily digested, it complements the air of unconcerned fiction wafting and permeating - its subjects insensible.

3:15 Hibernation ends.

Out the door, A flurry of limbs, Gallop up the hill, Towards the tram, Trample up the stairs, And begin the journey home.

While the birds were busy attacking the pile, she began to search for the eggs.

As her hand moved through the rough straw and under the warm feathers, she came in contact with something small, squidgy.

'Yuk.' Her voice broke the stillness.

Hurriedly, she scraped it off on the hard box.

She turned to leave, but a dark rooster caught her attention. It hadn't moved since her arrival. She poked it, just one firm push with her index finger. It felt weird, cold, hard. It didn't move. She started to sweat, gulping for air. Maybe she was wrong. Its eyes were shut, the pale eyelids milky, feet curled up like a baby in its mother's womb.

She ran out, the bucket banging against her legs. She did not notice.

Frances Sagala, Year 9

Dale Thistlethwaite, Year 12

Mlc s ^ n s s The Cross

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The enemy came with axes...

'Round 'em up, boys,' said the man with an evil gleam in his eyes. There were about twenty of them. I looked down in horror as one of the enemy lifted his axe high and slammed it into my side. I swayed in agony. He lifted the axe and ignored my pleas, down with the axe, into my side again, and as I fell I hit the ground and everything turned black. I couldn't see forest or feel my arms. But I stopped fighting.

Maybe I was supposed to go. Maybe it was just fate.

A bridge, a pier.

Lamp posts lighting the walk.

Walking alone.

Each step, one plank closer.

Closer to what?

To shore?

Or to the water?

I can see between the planks below to the waves, the water.

The water is closer to the shore, further out it gets darker deeper and darker green then blue then black.

I can no longer see the shells below the water.

The darkness, the shadows hiding objects below the water.

Where the horizon meets the water No further can I see, A boat perhaps Out past the horizon.

Not to him Out there alone, Looking for land, for life.

I call out.

I'm here.

Can he see me?

Can anyone see me?

Even when I'm not out here looking out, I'm still not sure that people see me.

People judge on different qualities.

They do not seek the person beneath the layers, the water, as I do They only look to see what others before them and no doubt after have seen and will see.

I don't want to judge.

I look down Past my worn sneakers Down through the planks...

I woke up, unable to move. Looking at myself I wondered what the enemy had done. I was in a car, unknowing of anything else... A cutting pain into my side, then I fell. Was this heaven? Was I dead?

'Get him out, lads.' The enemy! What have they done? They lifted me high and then lay me to the ground. The sun was so bright! I was dragged to a deep hole, where there was fire and an evil enemy with big eyes and dagger teeth. He felt no guilt or sorrow, the king of underground pain.

No, they didn't throw me in. They put my feet into the cold ground and buried them. I couldn't move, or even sway.

'Enemy, don't leave me,' I pleaded.

They didn't listen, got into their car and drove towards the setting sun.

I've done nothing wrong. I was a good tree and yet I found myself stuck in the ground, a frozen figure, a cross. The enemy said someone called Jesus died on a cross. He too was the enemy nailed to a cross...

I'd love to be a tree again, standing tall and being able to sway in the wind. But I'm here, immovable, here forever.

Fiona Jenkins, Year 12 Jade Aardoom, Year 9

M lo sv/prrss Kafferboetie ('Little brother of the kaffer' in Afrikaansa term of contempt used to describe those who fraternised with black Africans.)

Tunnelling into a fool's escape, Facing the threshold of loathing and fear.

Injustice is the prescription for life, I'm disabled by this government's inequality.

Dust coats the stumbling 'kaffer', Made villainous by his impinging hue.

The SAP pursue their glory, When black offends their sight.

With no Pass Book he is crucified, Ebony turning into red.

A violation condoned by law, Imported from a foreign jungle.

A staccato pulse disrupts his neck, 'Kafferboetie', he whispers to me.

My eyes flicker, scarlet and beige, And the Colour Bar polarises my stance.

A destroyed kingdom is his temporary den, Barely hiding him from Soweto's night.

Will an African lion emerge, Roaring against the bakkie's flight?

Protest. Strike. Resist. Fight.

The white's final legacy Of death's evil jewellery, Litters the veldt, Sikeleli'Afrika becomes the call, Fascist government agrees to talk.

Leading to Mandela's resurrection, And diversity indebted to death.

A damaged country in search of soul, Eagerly awaits the promised gold.

Courage forecasts a paradise dawn, Of a rainbow nation, reborn.

Kylie Porter, Year 12

Mother Ocean (A poem written for the International Year of the Ocean) The gnarly wall of water curls around the amped, stoked surfer.

He crouches low hooting charging down the line.

Mother Ocean roars frenzied passion injected in his trembling body.

Dolphins share his haven ducking, weaving muscular movements trapping the sun.

His bronzed mates laugh his infectious energy glistening on their faces.

Coconut, salt water, hibiscus churn together; one sweet oceanic scent.

The syrupy light deepens Mother Ocean sends her tides to sleep.

The surfers depart her fickle ways enchanted, seduced, delirious with perfection.

Kate Aurel-Smith, Year 11

M L a ^QTTEs The Yellow Tulip Elegy for Emma's Mum So bright, cheerful and full of life How gracefully she moved.

Her eyes shone bright as the morning dew, Her smile enchanted all.

Darkness reigned her early days, She lived in fear of all, Her flight to freedom blessed her with light, That quelled her deepest fears.

The sun blessed her with golden light, Her sweet scent on the breeze, She opened her petals and gave the morn, Her eternal soul to keep.

Once where she stood she stands no more, She let her soul be free.

Now and then we hear her call, But there's no one there to see.

Linda Macleod, Year 8 The Flight Of A Feather You've seen the sun rise and fall, You've glistened in its rays.

You've seen its stars on a lake, But you've never looked.

You've felt the wind as it blows, You've travelled on its path.

You've felt the softness of the trees, But you've never touched.

You've heard every different bird, Call a different tune.

You've heard the whisper of mother earth, But you've never listened.

You know the call of the land, You know the people too. you've known the mysteries of our world, But you've never thought.

You've seen, You've felt, You've heard, You know, But you've never lived.

Jessica Sloane, Year 9

You (Sonnet) As I watch your face drift away from me, My heart remembers the past memories, Those experiences only we could share, So close that nothing could have made us tear, Our friendship was only us, only me.

But now that has gone,' the light shines dimly And your features are no longer defined, Our lives are directed through different lines, Our talks and our laughs now have become false, Your heart has been set to somebody else, This somebody else, I try to deny, But he can give more than I can defy, So I wave my white flag and step aside Good-bye my best friend, my heart has been tried.

Evelyn Tadros, Year 10

MLO ^ P I T S S Eye Of The Beholder Perhaps the silence I hear is indicative of the pain and loneliness to come.

Perhaps.

I shift position and my position shifts.

Dirty, crowded, mindless coffee houses where I drink one dollar free refills.

Nothing is free.

Nothing is how it appears to you.

I see you.

I know you.

The answers seem to dangle on a thread that resides out of my reach.

I reach for you but you're not there I can't see feel touch hear smell you Why? Perhaps you feel no further obligation (what a very business-like dismissal) Survival.

It feels like sorrow it feels like pain and I ache.

I ache for all that is you and for all that you have.

Perhaps.

People stream above and beyond my insignificant life (what a clever cliche) and my consciousness also streams into threads and tendrils and thoughts and phrases of longings that no longer make sense.

Perhaps the ask is one that I cannot ask (the body begs for help but the mind overrules).

Pride and prejudice, the bane of you me our society I hate and I love but the pain goes on.

It seeps and it squirms.

I would like to see feel touch hear smell you squirm.

I would like to touch what you have.

I would like to be you.

Perhaps.

Kate Gwyther, Year 12

The Peaceful War A Peaceful War is in my mind, A silent scream to help me find.

To deafly hear, to blindly see, The Peaceful War that's chasing me.

Slowly speeding, silent sound, Until the endless end is found.

A living death, and tears of joy, A bunch of dying girls and boys.

A tale of sorrow, life and love, Of flying peaceful, like a dove.

A living death, a dying life, a husband who has lost his wife.

Then from this hopeful hoplessness, Comes someone to clean up this mess.

Non-violent fighters standing still, A child peeks over the windowsill.

And sees the Peaceful War with all, Its countless armies standing tall.

They're standing much too tall to see, The Peaceful War that's killing me.

Skye Rigbye, Year 10

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Have you ever looked at an old school photograph with some regret? Did you struggle to hold back the tide of memories which lay dormant for so long? Some have cheerful memories of their school days.

Others prefer to pretend they never existed.

I came across a photograph, taken two years ago. The entire school was standing on a multi-tiered scaffolding. It didn't take long for me to locate myself. Out of the two thousand or so bodies clad in green, I was the one making the most obvious dent in my row of Year Nine students.

Class photographs were also a torture. I dreaded the demoralising process of lining up from tallest to shortest in preparation for seating and standing arrangements. Comparing heights with fellow students, debating over millimetres of difference, and padding the soles of my shoes with paper beforehand, yet nothing could save me from the end result. After some jostling, I resigned myself to the back of the line.

The front row seat at one end had my name printed on it, reserved for the shortest of the too-short-to-stand cast.

My classmates did not leave me alone either. Many of them who were shorter than me in JSS, would now smirk and gloat over their accelerated growth. Not a day passed without someone declaring, "I'm taller than you now (ha!)".

Until Year 7, my height was about average, and life was hassle-free.

However, those who were shorter than me started growing taller, while I suffered stagnant height syndrome.

Instead of greeting me with "Hi! How's it going?" my friends would say "Geez, I didn't realise how short you are."

But character is what makes the person, not height. The same can be said of leadership, something which is emphasised in Year 12.

It seems strange to link height with image, and image with leadership, but then again, how many 150 centimetre world

leaders have I seen?

Not many.

Nevertheless, I am making an effort to gather all motivation and self confidence in me to make my case an exception.

I may have to speak louder or work harder than my taller colleagues to be noticed, but I am determined that my height will not stand in the way of achieving my ambitions! I have learnt how to walk tall with the help of three-inch platform shoes, and to think big! After all, Poppy King entered the ruthless cosmetics industry in her early twenties. Well-known actors like Danny de Vito, Dudley Moore and Michael J. Fox have also overcome their lack of height to succeed in an industry where image is paramount.

Their accomplishments remind me that I am only as tall as I think I am. But if I think big, who knows how much I will grow!

Anne Sharma, Year 12 Risk To cry is to risk looking sentimental.

To laugh is to risk looking foolish.

Relating is to risk being involved.

To show your feelings is to risk being rejected.

To make your dreams known is to risk ridicule.

To love is to risk not being loved.

To go forward against all odds is to risk failure.

But risks should be taken.

Those who risk nothing, have nothing, are nothing.

You can avoid suffering and pain, but you can't learn, feel change, grow, or love; Tied to what gives you comfort and safety, you are a slave; You are renounced, given up your freedom Only a person who takes risks is free.

Anna Smith, Year 11

Ecocare is MLC's Environmental Group, which has now been running for just over two years. This year, Ecocare has seen a dramatic increase in its membership to a high of two hundred and fifty. The group is lead by representatives from each year level, which together form the Ecocare Executive.

1998 has been an extremely active and diverse year for Ecocare. We have continued to create environmental awareness through educational campaigns and activities. The Little Desert Field Trip has been a major highlight with 37 students venturing into the wilds and exploring the native landscape of North-Western Victoria. Undertaking activities such as bush walking, pitfall trapping, spot lighting and four wheel driving, the group observed, enjoyed and learnt a tremendous amount.

We have also undertaken a trip to Point Nepean. This seems to have become an annual event where all the 'greenthumbs' of Ecocare take to the scrub with gloves and a saw. The purpose of this is to help eradicate the noxious weed, Polygala which is engulfing many parts of the Point Nepean National Park and the surrounding region.

Further activities we have organised include tree planting, participating in 'Clean Up Australia Day', the creation of two life size papier mache Patagonian Toothfish to coincide with the 'Oceans' display in the library and the making and selling of recycled paper gift cards. Members of the Executive have also attended student conferences and forums dealing with a number of environmental issues.

Along with the activities, we have also strived to improve the standard of the environment within MLC. Through this, Ecocare have achieved mainly creditable results. We have reduced the use of polystyrene within the school through promotion of ceramic mugs, re-implemented the use of recycling bins within classrooms and have presented informative and awareness provoking Assembly presentations dealing with the state of our school in regard to litter.

With the goal of continual improvement to our school and wider environment, Ecocare steps into 1999 with a wholly positive and productive attitude. Through support and acknowledgement from the MLC community, we can all make a difference to our environment.

Nicole Kee, Year 12 Ecocare President

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Imagine leaning over the front of a tiny 4.5 m Zodiac, floating in a grey-blue ocean and looking down at a dolphin, bow riding at the front of your boat while 80 more dolphins slice through the sea. Suddenly the dolphin rolls over and looks you in the eye. You stare at this beautiful creature, now looking so intently at you from the water, and wonder "just who is studying whom?"

I was the lucky recipient of the Earthwatch Scholarship offered by MLC. Earthwatch is a non- profit organisation that funds scientific research. The only catch is that the scientists have to be willing to take up to 6 volunteers, funded by the MLC Parents' Association. I chose to work with the highly gregarious Dusky Dolphins, off the coast of New Zealand.

I arrived at the Kaikoura train station on January 4th, feeling slightly apprehensive. A beige panel van, covered in Earthwatch stickers, arrived shortly. This van was, affectionately, known as 'Lumba Lumba' when she started and 'that rotten car' when she didn't! Two people jumped out and introduced themselves as Tim and April, the Pi's (Principle Investigators). Soon we were bumping off to 'Muritai', my home for two weeks.

Once at the beautiful lodge, I met the other five team members from various parts of the globe and the ever-cheerful assistant, Sherri, from Texas. Our work varied as much as the meals! Each day, if the weather was good, 4-5 people would take the boat, Kei ki nai'a ('baby dolphin') out to search for Dusky Dolphins. The dolphins would be photographed for identification and their behaviour recorded. The rest of the team would hike for half an hour to the hill station, at a cliff top. The hill team had to track the position of pods and vessels in the water, using a theodolite, a piece of equipment that uses bearings and angles (I knew Year 8 Maths would come in handy!) This data added to the study of pod movement from summer to winter, and the changes to dolphin activity, with the increasingly popular 'swim with the dolphins' tourist ventures.

I learnt so much about marine mammals through my participation in Earthwatch. This knowledge has made me appreciate the precious nature of our oceans and how important it is that we all work together to save our seas.

I would also like to thank the Parents' Association, who funded my trip, and enabled me to have such a worthwhile experience.

Toni Jones, Year 12

WJ Growth in Tiddeman Boarding House On first impression, Margaret Tiddeman Boarding House is somewhat frightening. Built in the 1800s, it has not altered much externally. From the outside, the house stands erect against the skyline, its grey walls and tower reaching towards the clouds. When the tower is lit up on a gloomy night, visions of a reincarnated Nelly Fitchett easily spring to mind. It is not surprising then, that upon arrival at Tiddeman House, many boarders are full of trepidation at the prospect of spending two or three years in this unfamiliar setting.

However, the apprehension doesn't last long; the rapid transformation from a teary-eyed girl to the cheerful and confident boarder can only be attributed to the great welcome every girl receives upon arrival.

Stepping inside, it is immediately evident that the group of rowdy teenage girls is indeed diverse. Their habits and idiosyncrasies, brought from small country towns or from their home overseas, add to the diversity of students.

It is common to hear the sounds of laughter from two floors up in Upper Tower or the distant beat of the Backstreet Boys, from the East Wing Common Room. Even the Staff Office bursts with life, as phones ring every two minutes, as girls sprawl across the armchairs, informing the Mistresses of their plans for the weekend or making good use of the magazines lying around the office.

The Boarding House Director, Mrs Cynthia Beer and Assistant Director, Miss Leonie Fisher, along with other staff members, have all contributed much appreciated time and effort to make this house as much of a home as possible.

This year we welcomed Mrs Cynthia Beer and her husband Rick, who brought many changes to Tiddeman.

Colourful new carpet and furniture, blinds, freshly painted walls and wardrobes have markedly improved

Tiddeman. The installment of Internet connections and dividers for the Year 12 rooms have also enhanced the study environment, and provided more privacy.

The experience of boarding tends to draw Tiddeman girls closer together to form some of the most special, long-life friendships they will ever experience.

Helping each other through CAT stress or homesickness is a bonus of being a boarder. They are moments to be some of the most cherished.

Sarah McKenzie-McHarg, Year 12

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Blood Donation - A New Experience "So, have you ever been pregnant?"

What, you may ask, does this have to do with donating blood? A lot, apparently, as do other interesting questions such as "how many sleeping partners have you had in the last week?"

These are just some of the very personal questions we had to answer before even suffering the prick of a needle! Amusing though the questionnaire was, the information is vital to the Red Cross staff to ensure that blood donations are not contaminated.

Minutes of waiting and watching other donors being frantically fanned by staff, followed the questionnaire.

"Next please."

"You go first."

"No, you."

"No, really, you go!"

"Fine."

Laura went to one of the beds and counted from ten as the needle was plunged into her arm.

"Ten, nine, eight, seven, six, OUCH!" Erica was led to a nearby bed and the nurse marked her vein with a fingernail.

"Hey, that wasn't so bad," said Erica, relieved.

"That was just my fingernail, dear."

"Oops."

Laura and Erica waited impatiently as the warm blood oozed from our bodies. Despite the discomfort, they felt good about possibly saving someone's life. Laura hoped that her recent cold would not infect some poor leukaemia child and kill them. Erica made a face as Laura finished first, and was able to get off the bed.

"I'm not waiting for you!" Laura joked.

Erica watched as her friend collapsed on the floor in a heap. Sure enough, the nurses rushed by Laura's side and began fanning her.

"That was weird!"

"Don't move! Stay on the ground!" the nurses ordered, all frantically asking different questions. As usual, Laura disobeyed the orders, and hopped up onto the empty bed nearby.

Erica waved from the food area, where she was pigging out on the biscuits and lollies provided.

"Look who's waiting now!" she yelled, throwing a lolly in Laura's direction.

"No lollies. She might choke," stated the nurse, matter-of-factly.

Laura was eventually allowed to leave the donor centre, in good spirits and in a healthy state...well, no worse than usual.

Laura Tarzia and Erica Tong, Year 12

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The Multicultural Youth Learning Exchange (MYLE) aims to bridge the gap between migrant families and the wider community.

Each Monday and Tuesday afternoon, four to five girls catch a taxi to the community hall at the bottom of a high rise flat at 106 Elizabeth Street, Richmond. About ten children and various family members, eager for an hour of good fun, hard work and amusement, welcome the students each week. The program aims to help the children adjust to culture and language differences by providing assistance with homework and communication.

Over the weeks, the students have built a rapport with the kids, helping to improve their confidence.

Serving at Ozanam House is one of the most worthwhile 'hands-on' experiences I have had in participating in Community Service. Situated in North Melbourne, the dining hall, adjacent to a men's emergency accommodation centre, caters to anyone who requires lunch or dinner. It is run by St. Vincent de Paul and relies completely on volunteer support. MLC Senior School is involved in its Volunteer Program, which is open to those 16 years and over. During the year, Tutor Groups are able to help out at dinner times as part of the meal program. I had little idea of what to expect at the dining hall, but donned an apron and began serving up the meals.

Initially, it reminded me a little of Marshmead, as other members of my Tutor Group and I quickly mastered the skill of the production-line style effort that was required.

The satisfaction of witnessing this change is a great reward for the students, who can see the difference they are making with the kids. They have made new friends, not only with the children but also with each other, and feel it is a worthwhile experience.

Catherine Tan and Laura Weinberg, Year 12

Mr Parr, our Tutor Group teacher, was a seasoned Ozanam House volunteer, and reassured us that there was little to worry about. We were encouraged to talk to the guests during the meal, which gave us a appreciation of the need many people in our community have on a daily basis.

However, I am sure that the sincerity and warmth which radiated from many faces as we smiled and said 'G'day' was felt by each of the volunteers. Perhaps once a person is confronted with his own situation amongst others in similar ones, it is the first step towards seeking help and support.

I would urge any Senior student to participate in this most worthwhile and important community program. It really helps in providing a new perspective of the city of Melbourne, and its people.

Edwina Scott, Year 12

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JLMOJlALSOQQliViAH On 26 May 1998, the Year 10 Chapel Service focussed on National Sorry Day. Many students were aware of the recent media attention given to Aboriginal reconciliation through their Religion Studies. Religion students researched the concept of reconciliation and discussed what this generation has to apologize for. What does the "Stolen Generation" refer to? I felt this Chapel Service expressed the views of students towards this issue and we also gained an insight into the experiences and plight of the indigenous Australians. Mr Vince Ross, an aboriginal member of the Uniting Church, recounted directly his experiences and songs were sung throughout the service. Mr Ross spoke of reconciliation through understanding, and several prayers pertinent to this theme were read. Towards the end of the service, two representatives from each Year 10 group lit a candle and shook hands with Mr Ross as a sign of reconciliation.

Kara Maisano,Year 10

U^zLAQ 11 AND 12 Year 11 Formal On Saturday 18 July, glamorous Year 11 MLC girls and partners made their way to Chaucers.

The evening was successful with food, dance, socialising and various awards.

The hype surrounding the event helped build the night, which exceeded our expectations.

Enjoyed by all, the night left girls looking forward to and feeling more prepared for next year's formal.

Rowena Henry and Courtney O'Meara, Year 11 Year 12 Formal The night of the formal saw Year 12's transformed by the flick of a wand and a sprinkling of fairy dust. Although we were not usually affected by magic when at school as Cinderellas covered in soot, the culmination of special appointments and shopping expeditions managed to disguise our daily selves. We did have to deal with fatigue the day after, but despite this, the Year 12 Formal was one of the most anticipated and memorable events of the school year for all concerned.

Partners also presented well. Everyone chose their partner for a reason - there were boyfriends and friends, and this year students were also allowed to

bring other girls. Most of the partners arrived to greet us with flowers, clad in the traditional black tux and bow tie, with a few interesting exceptions!

The ballroom of the Carlton Crest was decorated in blue and gold. Views of Albert Park Lake were overshadowed by the excitement of dancing and mingling which proved a far more entertaining activity.

Dinner, although not the highlight of the evening, was enjoyable.

For those of us who had been on a diet for the past two months, the chocolate mousse was divine. After dinner, songs that are only acceptable for the dance floor of a school formal, resounded to the delight of many high spirited teenagers.

Of course, a 'Grease' medley featured, and 'Oh What a Night' concluded the evening.

In a whirl of before and after parties, the actual formal often seems to get lost.

However, it was a great evening and was one of the last times the year level came together to enjoy themselves.

The night went so quickly, but the photos will always be there, as will the memories.

Jess Walsh and Lynne Kinnear, Year 12

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It was Saturday, 25 June at 8:00pm.

Crowds of teenage girls and boys, ranging from fourteen to sixteen years of age, stood out in the cold until someone had the bright idea of going down into the Assembly Hall, where it was warm. Soon, masses of people flocked to the middle of the dance floor.

After about one minute, you could pick out the separate crowds - guys on one side and girls on the other. As the evening progressed, the music ranged from techno, dance, grunge, 60's and 80's. Everyone seemed to have a good time.

A cold August evening was the perfect setting for the warm excited bodies which crowded the Assembly Hall foyer, in anticipation of a night of fun and social interaction. Girls took a night off and let their hair down, ready to party with their friends. Groups of gorgeous girls paid little attention to the winter chill as they headed towards the pumping music and strobe lights.

Pip Fell, Year 9

The friendly and social atmosphere was maintained for the duration of the evening. The Dance Committee kept girls and guys going with plenty of sustenance all night.

Brave parents adopted new roles for the dance as security guards and cloakroom attendants. The DJ kept up the techno and dance music, but it was interluded by the enthusiastic tones by a Year 11 Xavier band. Many thanks go to the tireless members of the Parents' Association who helped to co-ordinate the night. The Year 10 Social was a definite success for everyone who attended.

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In line with MLC's policy to welcome students from a range of different countries as part of our community, there have been an increased number of visits and exchanges so far this year, enriching the life of the school and certainly helping our many language students.

There has been the usual visit of a group of students from our sister schools in Japan; a visit organised to a sister school in Germany; visiting students from Queen Salote College in Tonga; many reciprocal exchanges organised by our own language departments; exchanges through recognised professional exchange organisations fascilitated by individual families; and many private exchanges where our students who benefited from some time overseas with families have offered to host their international partners in return.

The French Exchange programme organised by MLC with schools in France has expanded and we welcomed eleven students from Sevres, Grenoble, Ferney-Voltaire and Monaco in July/August, with reciprocal visits to take place in December/January. In addition to these students, we welcomed a French student participating in the Nacel Exchange programme, along with four other French students who had kindly hosted our students last year.

In addition to the Bavarian Youth Organisation exchanges to Germany, we have been able to offer a reciprocal exchange to a Year 10 student this year, an arrangement we hope will continue in the future as we establish links with another school.

Two Rotary students were part of our community this year, one from Belgium, Klaartje Gysen, who returned home in July and one from Brazil, Erica Fiod, who will return home in December.

There was a lot of interest in the Exchange Expo held last term and seven students to date have been accepted by exchange organisations for short-term exchanges, mainly to France, although one students will go to Norway for three months.

Two Year 10 students spent three weeks in a boarding school noted for its equestrian activities outside Wellington in New Zealand and we are expecting some students from Rajkot in India in October, and four girls from St Stithians in Johannesburg in September/October.

A Year 9 student has been chosen to spend a term in Gordonstoun, Scotland, next year.

This all paints a picture of the wonderful range of experiences open to students as they are offered the opportunity, if not to visit other countries, to get to know students from a wide range of cultures. This can only increase students' awareness of global concerns and encourage the acceptance of diversity as we put them in touch with students who have had such different experiences in life.

Margaret Miller (Exchange Co-ordinator)

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LANGUAGE S French For Tourism French for Tourism and Cuisine is a subject specially made for Year 10 students who are not studying French, but are interested in the country's culture and traditions.

This year there is a group of twentythree students who do many activities individually and in a small groups.

Throughout the year we have done things such as small role plays in French, watching movies to gain an understanding of France and different regional cultures including art, foods, famous monuments and people. We have completed small assignments through the year and a longer one which involved each student organising a holiday for themselves to visit France. This project made us use the Internet and organise everything from the plane ticket to what we were going to see and visit each day. We have also had the chance of cooking French food in class and as a part of our overall assessment, each student brought a French dish to class. This included Croque-Monsieur, Soupe a I'oignon, Clafoutis and Tatre Tatin. We also had the opportunity to visit a French restaurant, Cafe de France.

This class also includes learning vocabulary and an exam at the end of year.

French for Tourism and Cuisine has been set out so that if we visit France in the future, we will be able to find our way around easily because we now have a good understanding of the country and its different ways.

Jen Ryan and Nina Ross, Year 10

German There is always a race for the heater at the beginning of each German class.

The teacher falls through the narrow doors to see German students draped across the heater. She is greeted with a chorus of "Wir sind sehr kalt!" Shivering,

the German students wrap themselves in woollies and begin to discuss their weekend; "Auf Deutsch Naturlich!"

The German Department has hosted many exchange students this year and their presence in classes has been enjoyable and beneficial. Many of the German students will be experiencing the German culture themselves in the near future. Sixteen MLC students will be travelling to the Manenschule in Offenbach on the outskirts of Frankfurt am Main. Other activities undertaken by German students included a trip to the movies to see a German version of 'Goldeneye' and a German day during LOTE week.

German has been a lot of fun this year.

We hope it will continue to be a 'highlight' for next year's students. Best of luck to all the Year 12's. Vielen Gluch.

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French Immersion Classes Ms Storelli and Mrs Reddan got a surprise on the first day of Term 3. It was Bastille Day and the children in the French Immersion Class decided to bring along peasant clothes and storm the offices of Ms Storelli and Mrs Reddan! As we paraded down to the offices, we sang La Marseillaise (which we only learned that morning)! When we arrived in Ms Storelli's office, she was on the phone so we had to be quiet until she had finished. Both the teachers got quite a shock. Quel bon debut au troiseme trimestre!

Lilian Dickmans, Year 7

LANGUAGES Indonesian After completing three terms of Indonesian we have learnt a great deal about the language.

Our class has developed excellent oral, reading and writing skills. We also participate in games and other fun activities such as 'Simon Says' and board races. So far we have enjoyed our Indonesian classes and find the language very interesting.

Megan Davey and Harini Bala,Year 7

Japanese Chikushi Visit to MLC Twenty five students from Chikushi Senior High School in Fukuoka, Japan arrived at MLC to meet their host sisters. For some, it was a chance to meet someone new, but for others it was a reunion with old friends. After a lot screaming and bowing, we listened to speeches by teachers from both schools.

During the week at school, the Chikushi students enjoyed being able to eat between classes (and during classes), leaning against walls and sitting on the floor. They also participated in Drama classes and were enthusiastic observers of Krome House Music rehearsals, learning the songs and dances faster than many members in the item! Then, there was the food day where the Japanese teachers displayed their culinary skills, and taught Naito and Yasuko Sensei how to cook Aussie style hamburgers.

To cap off a week of fun and games at MLC, a weekend trip to Lome was organised for the Japanese and MLC students, and several of the Japanese staff. The accommodation, at Erskine House, was to everyone's satisfaction (although some unfortunate souls were toiletless while others lived in luxury with their own TV, bathroom and well stocked mini-bar). We spent many happy hours exploring the beach and

the shops of Lome, and even attempted to stand in the freezing water for more than five seconds at a time. The following day, we got to see the teachers displaying their 'sporting prowess', blitzing the field in such vigorous sports as croquet and lawn bowls. But all too soon, it was time to leave, and we travelled back home via Torquay's Surfworld.

Finally, the sad day arrived when we had to say goodbye to our Japanese friends.

A "sayoonara" party was organised, to be held in the sophisticated atmosphere of the Tuckshop. The Japanese students entertained us with their enthusiastic renditions of "Sukiyaki" and well prepared speeches. Early the next morning, we all arrived at school and farewelled our host sisters, who were off to Sydney for a day. Many tears were shed, and many promises made to meet again in the future.

The hosting experience is a great way to improve your language skills and also to make great friendships. The Chikushi visit to MLC was a valuable experience for both Chikushi and MLC students.

We look forward to their next visit.

Chia-Hui Chang and Laura Tarzia, Year 12

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Following a successful visit last year of ten staff and students from MLC to Queen Salote College in Tonga, the Religious Education Department organised an exchange visit in Term 3 of this year.

Two members of their staff- Deputy Principal Latu Mavae, Christopher Hoogenhout and nine students (mostly seniors) - were part of the MLC community for two weeks.

This exchange program continued links between Tonga and Australia, started in 1939 when one of our past Principals, Rev. Dr. A H. Wood, came to MLC from a large Methodist College in Tonga. The visit aimed to also strengthen connections between the Uniting Church in Australia and the Free Wesleyan Church of Tonga, improve learning and teaching in English for our guests, broaden their educational horizons, and share cultures with each other.

Members of the group were billeted with MLC staff and students, and accompanied them to school on weekdays. An itinerary was arranged to provide a variety of experiences, supplemented by host families and individual outings. It was a time of much fun, laughter, and pleasant interaction. It was gratifying to see how the Tongan group was so warmly received by the whole MLC community.

During the fortnight we had a barbecue in the Dandenong Ranges and ride on Puffing Billy, visited Melbourne Zoo, worshipped with host churches, then as a group with many other local Tongans at Canterbury Uniting Church. At the feast after the service it was a memorable experience to hear the reminiscences of old Collegians from their school. We had a day trip to Mornington Peninsular to see a past Principal of Queen Salote College who worked there for 25 years.

The students visited many classes throughout the school, from Prep to Year 12. They participated in Chapel Services and Assemblies with singing and dancing.

U One night they stayed in the Boarding House, one afternoon watched the Junior Secondary School Drama festival and on the last night participated in the Springtime Music Showcase. They also played netball in the PE. Centre, and we have now inaugurated an MLC, Queen Salote College Challenge Cup. Their happy faces and friendly manner were quite infectious, brightening our lives and causing many tears at departure time. Even the sun shone often during their stay, easing their move from the tropics. Certainly the singing and smiling was very evident - the outward sign of an inward spiritual glow which will long be remembered.

L. Greenall, K. Lohrey, J. Wood.

C.AO.S. CAOS (Christians At Our School) is a group that's been running for five or more years now and is made up of around 20-30 students. We meet on Tuesdays at lunchtime to spend time together, plan different activities and...eat! Some of us come to pray in the Chapel every morning, which gives us an awesome opportunity to support each other. Occasionally, we have also met with similar groups from other schools.

We have been involved in organising fundraising activities such as collecting stamps for the Leprosy Foundation and helping with Trading Partner stalls. On Shrove Tuesday, we served free pancakes outside the Centenary Building.

Although there was a little confusion as to why food would be offered for free, we had no difficulty finding mouths ready to eat.

At the end of Term 3, we held an event called "Roast a Christian." People from anywhere in the school were invited to come and ask the panel questions about Christianity. This panel consisted of one of our chaplains Mr Kruse, and Mark Leach and Kate Forster, from St Hilary's Anglican Church. Everybody had their minds stretched as Christian beliefs were called into question and it was a fantastic opportunity to sort out our own ideas about faith.

'The Pole' MLC Open Day '98 was the culmination of a week's hard work from every part of the College. Musicians rehearsed tirelessly in the Music School and athletes spent the week at various trials. It was also a very busy week for CAOS members who spent the time prior to Open Day preparing the pole. You may ask, "The pole? Which pole? Where?" This special pole is situated next to the Year 10 locker room on the Centenary side.

Originally designed as a poster pole, it has remained a mystery to many students who have never seen a poster on it. With such a lack of posters it stood as a purposeless cement tube, but not for long. After three days of preparing our 'canvas' design, and organising paints, we were ready for Open Day. We arrived enthusiastically at 8.30 am to begin our task. For all involved it was an enjoyable day. In between set classes and many other commitments, students from Years 11 and 12 made time to come and help.

CAOS chose the 'fish' as the primary design for the pole because it symbolises the beliefs of Christians around the world. Written in the bubbles of the tube is the powerful statement, "I am the Way, the Truth and the Life." (John 14:6)

Lucy Kenrick, Year 11 This year we have helped plan the Year 11 and 12 Chapel services.

Guest speaker Cath McKinney came to speak to the Year 11s and the band "Two Copper Coins" played for the Year 12s.

Several students have spoken about their faith or different aspects of God to our College community through the course of the year. We hope to show people that Christianity is more than just a 'religion' of the past, and that knowing God is relevant to us now.

Kate Wilson, Year 12

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Life As A Historian Honestly, how much preparation could I have handled prior to Work Experience? Is it a path-finding experience that I needed to have spent hours anticipating, hoping and dreaming about? These and other similar questions were what I asked myself the night before Work Experience, when I discovered that absolutely no thought had gone into the following week. A slight panic attack succeeded those calm questions. Did I even know how to get there? Was I to turn up smartly dressed, slightly dotty like a History Professor, or casual? Do I buy lunch, make it, or wait for someone to offer it to me? It was only the soothing influence of my all-knowledgeable saint-like mother, who stopped me calling the whole thing off, with the excuse, 'I'm just not mature enough to handle the working world!' Luckily Mum saw straight through the melodrama. She suggested outfits to wear, gave me money for lunch and took me to the History Department the next morning.

I was involved with filing, labeling, sticking up flyers and filling satchels for conferences.

Although I wasn't discovering things about the past or digging up dinosaur bones in the desert, I felt by the end of the week that I had joined a team and was appreciated.

I really enjoyed the company of the people I worked with - they were incredibly kind and considerate. All the baffling questions I had asked myself the night before Work Experience evaporated with their reassuring answers.

Cressy McDonald, Year 10 12 O'Clock Monday.

The hospital lunchroom buzzed with the sound of nurses and doctors on their mid-morning break. Some gathered around the biscuit tin, eyeing off the quickly vanishing cream-centres. Others grabbed a magazine and sat down on sticky plastic chairs, opening the section that would reveal the secret love lives of their favourite actors.

'This is the lunch room,' explained Rebecca.

'Everyone, this is Bobbi, she's doing Work Experience here.' Mary looked up at the girl.

'Are you Reba's daughter?' she asked in her bubbly manner.

'Well yes-' 'You look just like her!'

Bobbi thought about the comment for a second, and lied, 'Oh really, I'm adopted.'

'You even have the same eyes!' Mary exclaimed. Bobbi was surprised that the staff had believed her, as they had known her father and mother since before she had been born.

'You're mother never mentioned adoption....' Mary was beginning to become suspicious.

'Do you mind if I sit here?' a voice asked from behind Bobbi.

'My name's Yvonne. I'm doing work experience down in Physiotherapy for the week.'

'What school do you go to Yvonne?' Bobbi asked, before she was interrupted by Mary.

'Bobbi! I've just had a word with Nurse Hinge and she says that you are not adopted.'

Bobbi smiled, 'Don't tell Dad! PLEASE! I was only joking.'

Mary grinned, 'I can't believe I was gullible enough to believe you.'

When Bobbi thought about it, the lunchroom was great. Bobbi enjoyed getting to know all the people on staff just as much as the Work Experience itself.

Bobbi Snider, Year 10

<W0SPrC4LlTZj SCHOOLVET Hospitality Course The Hospitality Department within MLC displays a totally different aspect of the school. It is a place where most feel they can go and tear themselves away from dreaded CATs and have a laugh, whilst still learning. Year 12 students aiming for a career in the Hospitality industry usually choose this course for an insight into the industry. 1998 saw Year 11s joining us for the first time.

Students who complete this course receive a Certificate II in Hospitality, which can be credited at TAFE. In order to receive this Certificate students must study four TAFE subjects, taking up the equivalent of two VCE subjects. The theoretical component of this course allows us to complete studies of laws, industrial relations, hygiene, food and beverages.

In addition to this, we dress in our full chefs uniform once a week and make an impressive fashion statement throughout Centenary.

First Semester saw the completion of 'Principles of Cookery' in individual kitchens. In Second Semester, we were stationed in the commercial kitchen, catering for various functions including cafeteria style and formal dinners such as the Year 12 Parent's dinner. Each function involved every student's input; a Head Chef was selected and put in charge to ensure that the night ran smoothly while other students were paired up and placed in charge of certain parts of the meal. Everyone had a chance to experience different areas of the commercial kitchen.

Throughout the holidays every student completed at least forty hours of work experience in places ranging from the Melbourne Club and The Sofitel through to Finches Catering. Everyone seemed to enjoy this experience gaining a stronger view of what area they would like to concentrate on in the near future.

After the completion of this Certificate, students can continue their studies at

University or TAFE, undertake an apprenticeship or enter the workforce.

Completing this course is one of the most positive experiences I have had at MLC. Good luck to everyone - I'm sure the Hospitality Industry is ready for us.

Kylie Sweetman, Year 12

Monash University Literature Program

Enhancement

Enhancement Literature, more commonly referred to as 'Uni Lit', involves a Monday night commitment from 5.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. The course structure, which is exactly the same as that of our Monash University counterparts, is not only intended to provide us with an opportunity to further our study of English Literature, but is also designed to expose us to the fundamentals of Uni life.

The lecture/tutorial structure of learning, the massively-important-first-draft-is-lastdraft essays, and the co-educational environment all contribute to this aim. However, it is sometimes difficult to believe myself a genuine University student when so many of my colleagues sport identical outfits of deep green, my tutor bears an uncanny resemblance to my Year 12 English teacher, and all the learning takes place on carpets of a familiar shade of blue!

A half hour break and dinner courtesy of Pizza Hut separates lectures, carried out

by Monash lecturer Kevin Foster, and tutorials, taken by MLC teachers Ms Day and Mr Parr. Tutorials provide interesting and often heated debate amongst a melting pot of Year 12 students from all over Melbourne.

Sarah Masters, Year 12

MUPHAS Art History If you really want to impress people with your knowledge of Fine Arts and writing skills, tell them you're doing an Art History Enhancement Course through MUPHAS (Melbourne University Program for High Achieving Students).

Art History is available for Year 12 students who have completed an Art or History Year 12 subject or who are

achieving above average marks in Photography, Art or History. The tutorials are held at MLC every Monday, in collaboration with students from other schools. Mr Pryke, from MLC, conducts the tutorials. Lectures are held at the Parkville campus of Melbourne University each Tuesday.

Participating in this program is beneficial for Year 12 students in a variety of ways.

The on-campus lectures are interesting and a great way of previewing University life. The work requirements challenge student's writing abilities while the course gives them the opportunity to meet new people and, eventually, contributes to their final ENTER. Rebecca Muir, Year 12 MUPHAS Physics Did you know that you could tune two trumpets by getting one person to play whilst standing on a truck travelling at a particular speed away from the other musician? You'll be surprised when you work out how huge your mass is going to be if you accelerate to the speed of light... These are a few of the (perhaps less useful) things we've been learning about in Uni. Physics. With an extremely small group of students who love new ideas, this class has been fantastic.

One theory we are still hoping to prove if we run extremely fast so that time dilates, will we have more time to finish our exams?

D ZEMIMG MLC Public Speaking - 1 9 9 8 At a time when technology is burgeoning in all areas of school life - in class and out of class, in school and internationally, for assignment work and as individuals' preferred means of communication - you may be forgiven for thinking that traditional modes of spoken communication may be losing out. Not so.

The Public Speaking Club (PSC) has continued to provide its diverse programme of activities during the school year. As usual, our Monday lunchtime workshops have covered a range of themes and contexts. To complement this, Mrs Shirley Murray, a "professional speaker", was invited to the PSC to hold workshops with a selected audience of Year 10s and 11s in August. And to reflect the changing nature of public speaking in the late 1990s, we incorporated a new element into our programme for the first time: the effective use of technology (particularly PowerPoint presentations) in public speaking.

Individual students have honed and demonstrated their skills in a variety of internal competitions: House Oratory in three different schools, and "SPEAK UP", the newly renamed Public Speaking Competition. Beyond this, MLC students have enjoyed wonderful success in external contests.

This year, in collaboration with the Legal Studies Department, the PSC ran the inaugural Legal Challenge Competition, sponsored by Monash University and the Victorian Law Institute. Liz Sloane (Year 12) won the internal, MLC "Legal Challenge". But her success did not end there. After a gruelling series of heats, quarter finals, semi-finals, and ultimately the State final (in front of an intimidating 'bench' of High Court and Federal Court judges), Liz was judged runnner up. She was very

impressive at this prestigious event, and won a computer for herself and a printer for the school. In March, Megan Byrne (Year 11) was awarded a special prize in the Lions' Club's "Voice of Youth" competition, then went one step further and won the State Final of the "Ern Ainger Public Speaking Competition".

Later in the year, Natalie Fan (Year 12) won the State Final of the "Youth Speaks for Australia" competition run by Australian Junior Chamber.

All this success is very heartening. It is symptomatic of the fact that, on so many different levels, MLC students, teachers and parents are indeed valuing the skills of oral communication. Of course, it also shows that MLC clearly has some very talented speakers!

My thanks to all students, staff and parents who supported the PSC through a very successful 1998. I look forward to another exciting and creative year in 1999.

G Parr

I was a mentor to Amelia in Grade 5. We got to know each other through drawing, talking and eating hot jam donuts. It was a relaxing part of the week for both of us and was a fun aspect of my year.- Emily Wilson, Year 11 I have enjoyed mentoring as I like to help younger children with difficulties that they are experiencing. By spending time with the student on a regular basis helps to form a learning relationship which enhances communication between the mentor and the student.- Lydia Boyle, Year 11 Growth is the ability for one to stretch themselves, challenge new experiences and have a fearless attitude to life.

Growth is not only physical but psychological.

Alysia Hill, Year 12 Growth is learning and accepting new things. Expanding knowledge and experience and "growing" as a person.- Julia Glass, Year 11 Growth means getting better or stronger at something whether it be getting taller or becoming a better person.- Rebecca Bartlett, Year 11 After a long journey from Grade 2 to Year 12, my life at MLC began in the security of being in a class of 28 students, where the most important aspect of learning is the monkey bars.

My personal growth has been a transition to developing a greater sense of the world, where I am not scared to go out into the wider community. Growth crystallises this critical progression.- Kirsten Bakyew, Year 12

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There's something to be looked forward to when entering Year Eleven. It's not the spare periods (OK, it's partly the spare periods), but as Mrs McKenzie so eloquently defined it, it's mainly "being able to go down the street for COFFEE." The range of cafes and atmospheres gives students a wide variety of choice and an easy way to locate our friends. That is, after we've searched classrooms, study areas and the library - naturally.

Mario's Cafe - Undoubtedly the centre of gossip in Glenferrie road. Never at a loss for words, MLC's resident socialites are capable of coffee marathons if that's what it takes to find out the tiniest of formal details.

It's not uncommon to see dedicated social documentors swapping notes with equally studious Trinity and Xavier boys - working on the age old philosophy 'united we stand, divided we fall.' But, don't be deceived, these students are not merely engaging in idle gossip, Mario's is also the site of a legendary Trinity/MLC chess war. However, who's actually winning seems to be a point of contention.

With great coffee, the malt on top of their cappuccino is the best in Melbourne. It is also claimed, by some, that the staff are rather attractive, but this cannot be confirmed, so we're happy for you to go and make up your own minds.

Courtyard Cafe - The place to be. Boasting arguably the world's best focaccia, the friendly staff make this cafe a joy to visit. Many an MLC girl can be seen kicking back outside in the courtyard, having a chat or planning a party. The only drawback is the rather over friendly spit-fire caterpillars ready to drop off the umbrellas and into your coffee at a moments notice - however I'm sure every devotee would agree that this is a small price to pay for the comfort and privacy afforded by this outdoor setting. With a brilliant range of food and drinks and a quick distance from school, this place is a traditional favourite.

Orange Cat Cafe - The house of jazz in Glenferrie Road. Many a Monday afternoon choir escapee can be seen sipping coffee nervously in March, but by mid year they come to the somewhat self-justifying conclusion that fear is a wasted emotion. The Orange Cat Cafe is a great place to read the paper or bemoan the latest VCE change in the pleasantly distracting atmosphere of music and colour. The iced coffee, with extra cream and ice cream is definitely worth a try.

Regal de France - One trip to this palace of patisserie delights and you'll be addicted. A favourite hangout of French students and home-away-from-home-sick exchange students alike and also some students who can appreciate the food even if their knowledge of the language is limited.

But please, do not feel that your exploration of coffee houses is restricted by our observations. There are many fantastic places such as Blue Rhythm Cafe, Cafe Vamp and Browns that are waiting to be tried and tested. So when you need to escape from that notorious VCE stress, just fly past the frothy clouds, over the coffee rainbow and follow Glenferrie Road.

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