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AD ASTRA JUNE 2009 NO. 116 Th e GEELONG COLLEGE COMMUN ITY MAGAZINE

elcome to the 116th edition of Ad Astra. In this edition we focus on the welfare of our stude nts and the many programs that the College has in place to ensure that each and every student can experience their learning in an environment that is safe, caring and supportive of each individual. You will also read how those very same students have been working hard to ensure the welfare of others with their efforts to raise funds to support the victims of the Black Saturday bushfires. The results of these efforts are commendable, indeed. Once again , it has been a very busy start to the year and it is hard to believe that we are ha lf way through already. You will be able to see some ofthe many activities and developments that have been going on around the school and with the Old Geelong Collegians' Association and The Geelong College Foundation as you read through the magazine. Thursday 30 April this year marked the 50th anniversary of the laying of the Foundation Sto ne atthe Preparatory School. Former President of the Old Geelong Collegians' Association , Mr Bill Phillips (1968) , joined the Head ofthe Preparatory School, Mr Julian Carroll, and other guests for a ceremony to mark the occasion. Current Year 8 student, Shayden Robinson, had prepared some thoughts about the occasion to share with the guests and he delivered them with earnestness and enthusiasm. It was wonderful to hear a student express his appreciation for the opportunity that he has have been given to attend this wonderful school. I am so very pleased to be able to share his words with you. Sic Itur Ad Astra Theresa Best

Editor The Preparatory School's 50th Anniversary In 1959 on 30 April atthe end of a beautiful day, 12 class rooms had appeared on a new site. Fifty years later, hundreds of students occupy these wonderful classrooms . I am honoured today to be able to mark the 50th anniversary. For five years now, I have grown up, learnt and met new people; with whom I am still friends and I think every day about how privileged I am to have been taught at such a marvellous school. I often wonder about how many talented men and women have passed through here before me. I myself one day wish to be recognised at this school in some way. But with such great staff, students and parents, and, of course, class rooms and facilities, I think that every student here today will have success in life and be recognised some day. So, as I have mentioned today is the 50th anniversary of such beautiful buildings and it is with honour that! have spoken to you today. But as I finish speaking, Ijust wonder, who will pass through these buildings in another 50 years? Tha nkyou . Shayden Robin son , Year 8 Cover: Bill PhiLLi ps (1968 and former OGCA Presi dent), representative for the Old Geelong Collegians' Association with current Year 8 students, Shayden Robinson, Tom Carman, Emma Hurley, Chris Dinneen, Directo r of CampbeLL House, and Julian Carroll, Head of Preparatory School, celebrating the Pre para tory School's 50th anniversary. BACK Cover: The Yea r 12 production of The Crucible. The pa per wi thin this pub li cation is manufactu red by Stora Enso. -...~ Veitsiluoto mill in accordance with ~ both ISO 14001 and Environmental EMAS Management Audit Scheme (EMAS) • •~~"..~_ these accreditations set strict guidelines related to environmental issues. Additionally this paper uses PEFC certified pulp which comes from sustainable forest an d is CoC (Chain of Custody) ce rtified. ~

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Mr Chris DOnneen

'D~"ed-o" ttf Gt~bel( .-Ho(J~a. r Chris Dmne n was appointed Director of Cdmpb Ll House and commenced in thlS roLe in

Mr Dinneen has been ajunior primary teacher at The Geelong College since 2005 and, during this time, has stood out as an exceptional educator. He brings to the role of Director of Campbell House extensive leadership experience, including as Vice-Principal of St Patrick's, Kilmore 1998-2000 and, more recently, as Team Leader and Integrated Studies Coordinator at Campbell House. Mr Dinneen 's formal qualifications include Diploma ofTeaching (Prim), Graduate Diploma in Education (Religious Education) and Graduate Certificate in Education (Science). He is also currently undertaking a Masters of Education at Melbourne University. Mr Dinneen brings passion, commitment and understanding of the learning needs of the child to this important leadership position. He has a strong beliefin building a community of learners where the partnership between parents, teachers and children comes into sharp focus . He promotes the notion that rather than underestimating student capabilities, their thinking and performance can indeed be extended by providing rich and often complex ideas for exploration.

Mr Dinneen has initiated a morning fitness regime at Campbell House that has proven very successful with the students and many of the parents too. He has also redesigned the newsletter and included colour photographs to convey the warmth and engagement of the students as they learn and play together. Mr Dinneen has a deep interestin curriculum and has promoted the Learning to Learn units of inquiry at each year level to embed a culture of thinking throughout the school. Mr Dinneen and his wife, Robyn, have seven children ranging in ages from 8 to 18 years. He enjoys being active and places a high priority on daily physical fitness. He also likes fishing and camping in his spare time when not barracking for his beloved Tigers. We are confidentthat Mr Dinneen will maintain and further enhance the excellent learning environment fostered at Campbell House and look forward to the next exciting phase of its development under his leadership. Dr Pauline Turner

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Miss Bourke holds a Bachelor of Arts with Majors in Literature and Journalism, a Diploma of Education (Double Method English) and a Master of Education (Language and Literacy). Her previous appointments include St Albans Secondary College and St Monica's College, Epping, where she was English Coordinator. Miss Bourke was on the VCAA English Examination Setting Panel in 2008 and has been a VCE English Assessor and Literature Assessor, with previous experience on the VCE Literature Text Advisory Panel and as a GAT Assessor. She is also trained in the Reading to Learn program and in Harvard's Teaching for Understanding program. Miss Bourke believes that for students to succeed beyond school, it is not enough that they simply learn to understand Shakespeare, write a formal essay, or deliver a great speech . Whilst these skills are important, she believes that today's teenagers are tackling far more complex tasks than previous generations and

that it is importantfor them to know how to app ly good thinking strategies. The College already has a history of incorporating thinking skills in classroom teaching and Miss Bourke, with the English department, will continue to look at ways of enhancing Co llege students' understanding in this way. Although moving from Melbourne to take up her position at the College, Miss Bourke is no stranger to Geelong as she lived here for the first 21 years of her life and still has family here . An avid Cats fan, in her spare time she loves to travel and cook, and she is an enthusiastic skier and reader. Mrs Mary Mason

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~",,~c.u((J~ ~o"J~~} " cf 5~~c.e.., ~t!fe;("e;(~"'f 5~o()( lectured in statistics at Swinburne University and has been a facilitator for the 'Science in Schools' project. In her spare time, Ms Van Cleef's interests include dressage, reading, cooking, travel and snow skiing.

Ms Van Cleef began her careerin nutrition research in the university sector and then moved to secondary teaching . In recent yea rs Ms Van Cleef has taught atThe Geelong College Senior School, Me lbourne Girls' Grammar, St Catherine's School and Clonard College. Sh e is a pu blished writer ofa science manua l, has

I warmly welcome Ms Van Cleef and very much look forward to the contribution that she will make atThe Geelong College, in particular at t he Preparatory School. Mr Julian Carroll Head af Preparatory School

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With 10 years experience in marketing , Ms Holloway has been the Director of her own business, Holler Communication s, since 2005 , responsib le fo r the marketing , promotion al and sponsorship activities fo r a range of clients including New Balance and Spudbar International. She has wo rked extensive ly overseas in marketing , promoti on and brand management roles with big brand companies such as Nestle and Samsung , and in Aust rali a with Foste rs .

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Aformer Captain of Caulfield Grammar School, Ms Holloway has a sound understanding of the features and benefits of independent education and, in particular, APS schools. She is looking forward to informing others of these benefits through the development of marketing activity for the College. Having relocated to Barwon Heads to take up t he position, Ms Holloway and her husband are enjoying their sea change, in particular, t he community aspect of the area and aboun ding opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors. Mrs Theresa Best Director of the Community Relations and Development

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s a ' laptop school' The Geelong College has made a commitment to effectively using technology to enhance student learning. Students are part of the digital world and , as such, they need to learn how to negotiate and thrive i n this environment. Teachers make use oftechnology to provide engaging and challenging learning opportunities, and students have instant access to information and new ways of showing and sharing their learning. Year 7 students are always excited about receiving their laptops and participating in the school laptop program. The E-learning team and Year 7 teachers and mentors

Aconcern for many parents is the issue of cybersafety, including cyberbullying . In 2009, the school has engaged Mrs Robyn Treyvaud, an expert in cybersafety, to work with students at Years 7, 8 and 9. Each year level has been involved in workshops where students learn about their responsibilities as digital citizens and the impact of cyberbullying. They are introduced to ways of operating ethically and safe ly in cyberspace. The concept of'digital footprint' is explained and students learn the risks of sharing personal information and photographs in cyberspace. Online stranger danger is addressed, as is the concept of having a 'moral compass'. This is the 'com pass' that we

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organise a detailed induction program that encourages students to learn aboutthe operation of their laptops and the various programs available. We encourage students to understand that the privilege of having a laptop also involves a responsibility to operate it safely and legally. Students and parents sign a laptop use agreement policy which aims to ensure this. Students also have the responsibility of caring for their laptop. The online environment offers many opportunities but it can pose some risks.

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rely on to make decisions about how to behave in a particular environment, and students are asked to consider 'W hat do YOU do when no one is watching?' Cyberbullying is 'the use ofInformation Communication Technologies (ICT), particularly mobile phones and the internet, deliberately to upset someone else ... this can include harassment, threats and insults. Cyberbullying is designed to cause distress and harm.' Students are taught strategies to handle unwanted contact such as to log out of an uncomfortable conversation; to block the person and reportthe abuse to

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www.playitcybersafe.com www.digizen.org; www.schools.nsw.edu.au/media/ down loa d51 sch 00 lswe bin ews/tech n0 logyI click.pdf The school also offers Parent Information evenings aboutICT and cybersafetyissues and parents are strongly encouraged to attend these. The opportunities provided through technology and the internet are exciting and growing exponentially. We are determined that our students are prepared to participate in their future world as technically proficient, ethically aware and emotionally resilient people.

be awarded a 'Digizen' Badge. Parents will be involved in learning alongside their children. Another curriculum initiative is where Year 8 students study a unit in English in which they explore virtual worlds and relationships, and they analyse some of the issues involved in participating in on-line communities and games. Parents can help children negotiate the digital world. They can encourage children to talk about the different activities they do on the internet and laptop. It is important that computers are used in an open place where parents can see what the child is doing. There are many good online resources for parents, see:

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tren #Good morning Ms Thornton, do you have a spare minute?"... are words that often initiate wonderful journeys with students as they grapple with the complexities of life and eventually learn to take control oftheir problems and find their own resolutions. Students across the school regularly seek support in addressing a wide va riety of problems which include social concerns, family issues, emotional distress and learning difficulties. Consequently, the role of School Counsellor is diverse and intense but, nonetheless, very rewarding . Although a la rge proportion of the role is assisting students with their concerns, an equally important aspect ofthe role is identifying students' strengths in order to en han ce we ll being and improve individual success . Thus, goa l setting, visualisation and motivation are important techniques which are used in coaching for improved

study and exam performance. In general, the aim of the School Counsellor is to address problems as they arise while promoting good psychological health and enhancing opportunities for growth. The following quote is one I often refer to and it expresses for me the potential that exists within our students. "When Michelangelo had completed the carving of David, somebody asked how did you

carve such a magnificent statue? It was easy - David was already there. Ijust chipped away the bits that didn't belong." The School Counsellor role also extends to parents and staff to provide advice and general support. I can be contacted on 03 5226 3111 or by email cathi e. thornton@geelongcollege.vic.edu.au Ms Cathie Thornton School Counsellor

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outh Week is a national initiative designed to encourage young people across the nation to become involved in activities that they might not normally encounter. At The Geelong College we celebrated Youth Week 2009 in the second week ofTerm 2. Youth Week aims to encourage young people to share ideas, attend live events, have their voices heard on issues of concern to them, showcase their talents, celebrate their contribution to the community, experience new things and to have fun! This was also a wonderful opportunity for our student leaders to take the initiative and organise a week offun activities forthe student body. National Youth Week 2009 was themed 'Make a Move' and this was reflected in the daily events which took place across the school. No matter a student's talents (or lack ofthem!) the point of Youth Week is to get involved, participate and make a move in life. Youth Week at College was a joint venture between the Prefects and the Student Representative Council and together they organised competitions, classes and activities designed to encourage students to have a go atsomething new. Fletcher Kelly, Year 12 SRC representative, said, "We were a bit apprehensive about whether everyone would get involved with the different activities, but

we worked out what they would and wouldn 't take part in which was great." He went on to explain that, "we haven't really done anything like this before, we havetaken partin Happy Week and National Depression Week but nothi ng like this, di rectly focused on students and youth, it went really well." Activities included an inaugural House Dodge Ball competition, a Battle of the Bands, and introductory classes in yoga and salsa dancing. All students were involved in a "student sculpture" forming the letters YW on Mackie oval. "The YW photo was a coming together of the student community," said Fletcher, "and everyone really got involved, it was good fun and a great experience." Youth Week has now become linked to promoting positive mental health in young people. It was therefore appropriate that proceeds from the week were donated to the Beyond Blue organisation. As their first venture into large scale event management, the students worked really well together to make this week memorable for all. Ms Joan Gill Head ojSenior School (Welfare)

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Mentor Program astoraL Care permeates aLL aspects of the cuLture at the Preparatory SchooL and members of our community accept that they have a responsibiLity to ensure others feeL safe, vaLued and supported. At the core of our weLfare programs is a focus on the deveLopment and weLL being of the whoLe person, with effective support structures and networks in pLace to support aLL students. ReLationships are based on mutuaL respect and honest, open communication. Our students Learn, not onLy from their formaL Lessons, but also from the behaviour and attitude of the community members with whom they come in contact. They Learn the skiLls and knowLedge outLined in a curricuLum as weLL as the attitudes and vaLues which are modeLLed in the environment in which they Learn. Our Homeroom teachers and Learning Mentors are a very important part of this structure as they are the Link between home and t he school. Staff members meet with Homeroom students on a dai Ly basis to work on heLping them become responsibLe,

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autonomous Learners who are abLe to achieve and maintain quaLity reLation ships as weLL as monitor their academic progress. Mentor Time for junior secondary students provides opportunities to Learn new skiLls, to deveLop a greater awareness of seLf and others, and to expLore sociaL and Learning needs. Learning Mentors work with students to provide oppo rtuniti es for success and recognitio n, to make a meaningfuL contribution to the schooL and derive satisfaction from their Learning . They contribute to the impLementation of appropriate strategies that create and maintain a safe and supportive Learning environment; a whoLe schooL approach to buLLying, a behaviour management poLicy, pLayground supervision, and oversight of aLL sociaL, emotionaL and physicaL need s. Students are encouraged to exerci se seLf discipLine, respect and courtesy, and to ta ke pride in themseLves, their work and their school. Learning Mentors are a point of contact for students. They make personaL connections

with students to ensure that each child is being cared for, and that they are weLL supported by Year LeveL Area Leaders, the SchooL CounseLLor, the Learning Support Tea m and Deputy Head (WeLfare). The staff are app roachabLe and avaiLabLe to students, givin g them confidence to seek assistance or discuss individuaL concerns. Recognising and sharing student success, encouraging seLf discipLine and app ro priate behaviour, enhancing Leadership opportunities and promoting resiLience are roLes undertaken by each Learning Mentor. PastoraL care is a vaLued and important aspect of Life at t he Preparatory SchooL and und er pins aLL we do, both in the classroom and in our schooL environment. Mrs Coral Turner Deputy Head af MiddLe SchooL (Welfare)

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s the tragk Black Satu rday fires

tore through the heart of the Victorian countryside on 7 and 8 February, the students of the CoLLege were immediate and generous in their response to those in need. In the first instance, the College donated $10,000 ($6,000 to the Red Cross AppeaL and $4,000 to Wildlife Victoria) and declared the week beginning 9 February "Giving Week". By Friday, students and staff from both the Senior SchooL and Preparatory SchooL had donated a further amount of over $8,500. Following the fund raising appeal conducted at the Pre parato ry School, it was decided to follow up with a second phase of support in the form of a ' Boo k Appeal.' All students from ELC through to Year 8 were encouraged to donate a new book from their fami ly, with the books going to a sc ho ol or directly to students in the fire affected areas. Each book carried a message from our students and Campbell House students added to the message with delightful drawings and personalised thoughts. Once again the generosity was overwhelming and our collection exceeded all expectations. The beautiful books were delivered by Mr Ian He nricus and Mrs Coral Turne r to Strathewen

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Primary school which is tempo rarily housed at Wattle Glen Primary School. The real need for such support was evident whe n th e delivery was made and Mr Henricus and Mrs Turner were able to see fi rst-hand how much support is needed to provide an educational opportunity for the children whose schoo ls and facilities have been destroyed. Many of the books that were delivered wi ll form the beginning of a library and some will be given to students who had been hospitalised . At Senior School, a benefit concert, Keith Relief, was organised by students of Keith House on Thursday 5 March. There was a barbeque lunch and students purcha sed inscribed wristbands while a well known Geelong band , Sleep Decade, and Norm Stanley on didgeridoo , took to the stage in Morrison Hall. Current Year 12 student, Anthea O' Brien and Old Collegian , Robert Tripolino (2008), also performed some of their compositions to the appreciative crowd. The event raised almost $3 ,000 after selling out of sausages (donated by Herds Meats) , donuts (donated by Pakington Street Bakery) and wristbands. The event wa s wholeheartedly supported by students both by enthusiastic attendance and by generous donation.

Students in Years 9 and 10 donated the proceeds from their annual Social, which was held on Friday 27 February, to Cottage by the Sea. The $1,500 raised on the evening was a valuable addition to the $10,000 raised by Cottage by the Sea when it held a special bushfire survivor fundraising concert in Morrison Hall on Tuesday 3 March. Berlinbased mezzo soprano, Sally Wilson, and pi anist, Mark Kruger, entertained over 300 gu ests with a concert featuring engaging ca ba ret songs, virtuosic piano solos and fine operatic ari as. Cottage by the Sea will use th e funds to provide holidays for children and fam ilies from the bushfire affected areas who lost their homes and possessions. For the College students throughout the schoo l, the Chapel was open each morning before school for prayers, reflection and the lightin g of candles. The school Counsellor, Ms Cat hie Th ornton, CARECoordinator, Pastor Gord on Li ngard, an d Spiritual and Community Outrea ch Coordi nator, Mr David Curnow were available to counsel students. It was a movin g display of support and so lidarity by th e College community at a time of great t ragedy an d the humble determination by which students, in particular, actively respo nded was heart warming to witness.

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This year five College students delivered outstanding performances and were rewarded with selection in to Top Class events.

ntertainment ach year, as VCE Music and Performing Arts students present their performance cOMponent for assessment, adjudicators select the most accomplished performers to take p rt in Top Class events held for Dance, Drama, Music Performance and Music Composition. This year five College students delivered outstanding performances and were events Although already an accomplished performer, Ayrlie Lane still found her performance in front of a packed house at the Iwaki Auditorium in the Melbourne ABC Studios a daunting one, "It was really nerve wracking," she explained, "as the other performers were excellent. The performer before me did a whole operatic movement which wasjustamazing." Ayrli e played Bazelaire Suite France on cello and thinks she "went alright." Altho ugh if audi ence response is any guide, she went a bit better than that! Jessica Mckay also felt t he ne rves at her Drama performance in the Melbo urne Recita l at Southba nk on 14 March an d

explained, "It was n't sca ry, butI had more nerves because I wanted to do we ll. But really, I was just happy to be there." Jessica performed her seven minute solo on The Voice as an aboriginal character she'd created. "It was such a good experience; it was great to be there with other Drama students who were awesome. It was so good to see them perform too. Itis the first time I have ever done anything like that." Pe rforming as a saxophone quartet Thomas Molyneux, Mary Bradshaw and Cassandra Haines, with teacher, Mr Peter Hannah , were selected to play in the evening concert at the Iwaki Auditorium in the ABC Studios on 28 February, also to a full house . Mary described their performance; "We were asked to play Movement for a Saxophone Quartet by Gordon Jacobs and the first movement ofThree Improvisations by Phil Woods. We were delighted with our performances on the night and the audience response was positive. Overall, it was a wo nderful opportunity to meet other musicians and hear what they had to offer."

Cassandra shared her insights on performing as a group; "The most difficult part of a quartetis ensuring the balance is right - we managed to achieve this through taking recordings and listening back to ourselves and trying to focus on appearing as one sound. You really get to know both the style of playing and the personalities ofthe other players." The group also took up an opportunity to play on ABC radio while they were in Me lbourne for the Top Class concert. Tom explained how it came about; "Performing atthe ABC was fantastic and came about completely by chance. We were spotted by Derek Guille who invited us inside to playa fanfare for Libby Gorr on her last show. It was nerve-wracking to play for such a large audience, despite the fact that we cou ldn't see them! It was our first radio performance and we were thrilled to be able to feel like professional musicians!"

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The Geelong College would li ke to sin cere ly t han k those who have generously made a giftto the 2008 Annual Giving program. The prog ram netted gifts to the Building , Scholarship and Lib rary Fund s totalling $85,941 which is a wonderful result. We are grateful to every single dono r fo r yo ur generous spirit and for your motivati on to help t he schoo l co ntin ue to build and improve the opportunities we offer for young people to lea rn . Your gift will contribute valuably to building the College's fu ture. Whilst great care has been taken in the prepa ration ofth e list below, please accept our apology if there any omissions or errors. If you notice an error in this listing, please contact the Commu nity Relations Office immediately on 03 5226 3123 or email communityrelations@geelongcollege.vic. edu.au so that we can correct our records . Anonymous Donors Mr D J Adams Mr J K & Mrs SAitken Mr K B Allen Dr LA & Mrs JAIlen Ms E RAnderson Mr GET Andrews Andrews Family Mr P & Mrs B CArnoldt Arthur Reed Photos Pty Ltd Mr R G & Mrs B FAshby Australian Furniture Timbers Ms F Baker Mr G L & Mrs PA Barber Mrs M R Beith Benders Busways Mr K & Mrs T J Best Mr T & Mrs F Bolitho Mr J C Braithwaite Mr C R Brandt & Ms M C Nash Mr A G Brebner Mr HT Bromell Mr M Brown Mr RV Brown Mr J Cameron Mr J G Cameron Mr JT Cameron Mrs JV Cameron Mr C C Cant Mr D I Carmichael MrW J K Carr Mr J R & Mrs E Carroll Chilwel l Office Supplies Dr J B Clark Mr D H M Clarke Mr C D & Mrs R G Cleminson Mr A W Collier Dr 0 M & Mrs B Coltman Mr M D & Mrs J Colvin Cyril Cooke MrsA Davey Mr N A Dennis Mrs M P Dixon Dr D J Dowling Mr G Duncan Mrs C Erwin Mr P N Everist Mr H G Fagg Mr R L Falconer Mrs D J Fanning Mr BT Fenner Mr G S & Mrs J Fielding Mr N J & Mrs J K Findlay Mr K S Fletcher Mr J R Ganly Mr S J K Gibson & Ms C G Hass MsJ C Gill Goodall's Quality Meats

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Swimming r mamed a popular lei ur activity after the move to Newtown Hlll and the 0 V'1l ~ Pool on the Barwon vas later to b come a preferred summer bathmg location In 1892, the first known College s.V1mming ~ports were held at th 'Wlllow~' on the Barwon River. Regular swimmmg sports commenced in 1910 at the WE'ste n Baths but lt a<; only aft r the mtroduction of t HOIJSE' competition in 921 that th Vbecome a senous oov event. The College fir t camp t d again~t other 'jchool~ in 1947.

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George Morrison established the first Geelong College at Knowle House in Skene Street in 1861 the rudimentary facilities were such that, for the students, cleanliness was an adventure not a routine. Morrison's first published Annual Report of 1863 com mented that 'They have sea bathing every morning, and are always accompanied by the Principal, or one of the Resident Masters'. Annual Reports from that date included a student timetable and 'Sea Bathing' from 7.00am to 8.00am each morning is prominent. 'Sea Bathing' was then fashionable as a Victorian era health pursuit and its prominence was possibly aimed at highlighting the modernity of the School. This modernity was in an era when the Pri ncipal felt it necessa ry to assert i n his Annual Reportthat 'each boarder had his own bed.' The move from Skene Street to the Newtown Hill in 1871 was soon, however, to render 'Sea Bathi ng' obsolete.

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The original Main Entry of the school faces northwards towards a Norman Morrison Memorial Hall that now blocks its original vista. Despite George Morrison's proud initials and the prominent 1871 date above, the Main Entry was not built until1873. At that time it was planned to become the focus of administration and access to the School. George Morrison 's residence on the corner and eastern facade of the building , together with the once extensive private gardens facing Talbot Street were completely off-limits to the students. The Main Entry foyer included the Principal's office to the immediate right on entering and a clerical office to the left. Unlike today, however, visitors would then have been faced with an east-west passage and, beyond this, a solid interior wall blocking further access. To the right along this passage was the original Room 'A' and to the left was Room 'B'. This room is now the Principal's Drawing Room and Room 'A' is now the Keith House Room.

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These two rooms were the main classrooms of the 1870s school. Above was the home of the boarders . The greater mystery, however, lay behind the solid interior wall ofthe passage linking Rooms 'A' and 'B'. Water was a particular challenge for the new boarding school, then on the outer fringes of Geelong. The school initially had no town water and was reliant on tank water and possibly a well or cistern and pump. Not only did the school need a plentiful supply of water forfood preparation and hygiene, other uses, such as Hugh Mackay's vegetable and orchard gardens, the cows and chickens for milk and egg production, the students' horses, and horses for transport, haulage and mowing all needed to be supported. A pump connected eitherto an underground cistern or well was located near the current South Wing in line with the Staff Common Room. It featured as a peculiar bathing activity in what a former student, Austin Gray, referred to as the practice of 'pumpi ng' - 'Could anyone have

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this doorway is still visible in the interior wall of the ESL Room. The wall in the Entry Foyer displaying rowing memorabilia is a later non-structural wall and the ' Bathing Room ' continued beyond it . There was then no entrance way to the quadrangle. Beside the ' Bathing Room was a small wash room with an entrance into the East-west passage adjoining Rooms 'A' and 'B'. A worn bluestone step buried at the foot of the wall ofthe Staff Common Room (originally Classroom '0' and later the Boarders' Sitting Room) is believed to be the site of the external entrance into the Wash and Bathing Room s cutthrough the corner of Room ' 0'. This cold, windowless cistern was to serve the school for some thirty years. It is unclear when the bath was completely replaced by 'shower bathing' but it certainly appears to have fallen into disuse by the early 1900s. The renovations of 1916 filled in the bath , the dividing wall was hollowed out with archways and the foyer was opened up to the quadrangle as part of an extensive westwards addition which was to bury this critical part ofthe school's history beneath its floors. Within a further year the entire school and grounds had been connected to the municipal sewage system. Mr (on Lannan Heritage and Archives

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by the Presbyterian Church from the Morrisons in 1908 the cows were valued at £65. In 1926, the Council considered the question of the School Dairy and 'it was found that the cost of feeding five cows, horse and poultry for 1925 was £143, while the cost of purchasing 60 quarts of specially brine cooled milk daily for nine months £280'. It was decided to 'continue with our own cows for a further term'. Not until March of 1932, did the School Council finally 'dispose of the College cows' and obtain its supply from the farm of Mr Moore. The construction of the Main Entry in 1873 was a near run disaster. The original design included a large ornamental oriel window over the front porch. As was usual in those times students were often closely involved in watching the construction work or even helping the workmen.It was only fortuitous timing that had both the workmen and the students break for their respective lunches just before the upper porch brickwork collapsed outwards to where several of the boys had previously been standing.

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Senior School ANZAC Service was held in the cloisters , on 27 April , where visiting serviceman, Captai n Paul Mitchell, spoke of war and remembrance to the assembled students. Soaking up the great summer weather, the boarders enjoyed a number of day trips to the beach during Term 1.

ELC students were ~ · th e marvell ous C ..intngued by sculpture who arJI Greeves lCh 0 chool's m . verlooks Middl S ain oval e The Ye ar 12 Girls ' 2. were delighted . nd VIII crew H wIth th . eads of the R. eir win at Iver on 28 M arch.

Cam pbell n on e xcurs. nous e stud durin IOn to IV ents w th g Term . arana ent emsel 1, 1m d Ves . mers· Creat·IOns ance a In abor· . lng 8 Th nd art. 19lnal m . & e BoyS ' USIC the U19 1st VIII ' n 9. Smith and A':ct° SilVer in 10)(On Jennif y Dunkl U [acin er Cle eyIV 17 Girls' C g page) wary (Year . ational oXed Qua on in the In Ta Rowin d at th smania on g6 .!VI Cham· e archPlOnsh· . IpS,

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Visiting mathematicS scholar and Head of MathematicS at prince Alfred College , Anthony Harradine , challenged the minds of Year 10 students with maths puzzles and equations. 6.

Honourable Bob Loughman , Member for Tan na in the Parliament of the Republic of Vanuatu, a fellow Vanuatu parliamentary official with College' s Andrew Payne on a Tan na delegates visit to the school in April.

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o p e n Day, o n 14 March, saW more t h a n 5 00 v isito rs tour the preparatory s chool and Senior S chool c a mpuses . Si x t e e n primary S chools competed in excitin g and i nter e sting academic a nd curricular challenges over tWO d a y s a t T he Geelong College Challeng e o n 3 and 4 May _ ove rall w i nne r s for 20 09 : Bellai re primary Scho ol. congratulations l

The Geelong All Schools carnival on 1 March saW the College win the Secondary BOY's Division, bringing home the Strahan Shield. 14. The Year 9 girls were showing off their on-court skillS at the Netball trials at the start of Term 2 . 15. Australian Youth Ambassador, Chris Varney, met with SRC students and Senior School prefects to discuSS leadershiP issues and strategies. 16. Year 10 textiles students created some beautiful quilts for victims of the Victorian bushfires.

17. Ded'Icated took students Lif part in the and staff e despite t annual ReI condition he horribl ay for 18. Stud s. e weather ents on t program D esehe Fulfill Ing ' L' and took rt Track Ives on ANZ part in a d s attended AC D aya atw UI n service uru.

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New Foundation President Michael Betts is the new President of the Geelong College Foundation. He takes over from Murray Mountjoy who was appointed to the Board in 2000 and has served as President since 2005. Murray is continuing as a Board member. In accepting the presidency, Michael becomes the third member of the Betts family to take on the role . His father Geoff, who has a long and distinguished association with the school, was the inaugural President ofthe Foundation when it was established in 1987. Michael's brother, the late Peter Betts, also gave great service to the College community including a term as President ofthe Foundation from 1998 to 2000.

First enrolled at t he College in 1956, Michael went on to become School Captain in 1969. His post-student days have seen him involved in numerous ways with the school and the wider Geelong community. "I am looking forward to serving the Foundation and its endeavours," Michael said. "There are some exciting times ahead with the Fyansford property purchase and plans for the launch of our Bequest Program ." "At the same time, along with my fellow Board members, I wish to thank Murray for his vision, enthusiasm and commitment to the Foundation during his term as President."

Sound Foundation Investment The Geelong College Foundation has recently made a significant investment in a property at Fyansford on the Hamilton Highway. The property (pictured) comprises 160 hectares and is situated 6 kilometres west ofthe Preparatory School, close to the new Geelong Ring Road and adjacentto the Barwon River. Announcing the move, the President of the Foundation, Mr Michael Betts, said: "The purchase of the property serves to diversify the Foundation's asset portfolio which, up until now, has been predominantly in equities, and provides significant investment value for the future. "The property has recently been given subdivision approval which could also be valuable should the Foundation wish to realise part of the investment at a later stage." Mr Betts said the Foundation's charter was to support and assist the Council ofThe Geelong College to preserve, improve and develop the

school's educational offering and facilities. "Accordingly, this investment has been made with the long term interest ofthe school in mind," he said.

"It is an acquisition which may further serve the needs of the College in the longer term given the land's proximity to both our Senior and Preparatory School campuses."

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Foundotion Bequest Progro m' ~II\. {elf ~t!- {o¢-Ulft!Plans are under way for the establishment of a Bequest Program under the stewardshi p of the Foundation. The program will provide the opportunity to say "thank you" to those who have remembered the College or the Fou ndatio n in their will, and those who have done so in the past. The College has been fortunate to receive several bequests over the years but there may well be instances that, sadly, we don't know about. Not knowing about these generous intentions prevents us from being able to say "thank

you" to the bequester and his or her family during their lifetime and, further, to provide appropriate recognition for this act of generosity. So, if you have been kind enough to consider The Geelong College as part of your charitable intentions in your will, please let us know of your generosity. That will allow us to thank you and your family and to recognise you now. If you are still considering provisions in your will, please think about the way in which you can make a special contribution to the future of the College and the students who attend it. Every bequest, no matter what size, does make a difference.

We are always so happy to hear of those who have the College in mind and to be able to thank the donor and his or her family. We want to recognise and thank everyone who intends to benefit the school together with their families, while the donor is still alive. When the Foundation launches the program later this year, we hope that you will become part of this special group who assist the future of the school and the students who will pass through for generations to come. Contact the Foundation Officer, Ian Cover on 52263779 or icover@geelongcollege.vic.edu.au for more information.

Campbell House and HC BBQ Welcome - Friday 6 February 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

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Kim and Andrew Wallace with Stuart Palmer Suzie and Tim Maishman with Jan and Bernie McGuane Vicki Baensch, Sue Crisp with Robert and Carmel Grose Tatjana Britt, Tracey Golightly, Heatherlea Crawford and Kate Welleman Cameron Profitt, Daniel Mahon with Jo Horman and Steve Allinson Dr Pauline Turner with Julie and David Waterhouse Year 7 student, Elizabeth McGrath, performing her alto saxophone solo

Karen and Ian Royce with Aaron and Hennie Lamers Mia, Bernice, Daniel and Stephen Greenham Margaret Nash with Daniel and Tyler Mahon Anne Louise Q'Donoghue, Kelly Robinson and Julie Lewis The Brierly family, Lisa and Isobelle Sayers, Lyndel Gubbels, Sophie Tol, Jude Moorfoot and Margaret Nash Tree Burrell, Lisa Sayer, Helen Midgley and Susan Daley Rochelle Williams, Charlie and Geraldine Kawagi with Adriane and Emma Trethewey

Boarders' Welcome evening Wednesday 28 January 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

Kirra Greig, Ashley Bradley and Robyn Wood with Ala rna Patterson and Suzannah Wood Pui Ee Hor, Laura Jelfs, PennyTookand Ka Man Ao Belinda and lain Carmichael with Greg Smith Kim , Corey and Morgan Olszak Dr Pauline Turner with Julie, Jessica and Ian Mackay Mark Rossite r, Harriet, Michelle, Beatrice and Julian Fraser with Maureen Rossiter Annette Potter with Mackie boarders

Boarders' Tennis Day - Sunday 15 February 1.

Therese Foley, Lindy Young and Amanda Jackman

AndrewJohn stone, Cathreena Gervis, Anne Hunt, Jacquetta Sloane Elizabeth Reeves with her daughter, Claire Arundell and Daniel Mahon Peter Young and Jon Van de Pol Ka Man Ko, Ali sa Song and Pae Julpansak Sophie Trescowthick, Edwina Johnstone, Chris McEwan and Robyn and Suzannah Wood

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Middle School Welcome evening - Monday 2 February 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

Michelle Hosking, Bernie McGuane, Aileen Brown , Kerri Hosking and Jan McGuane Patrick Brimacombe (Year 8) serving appetisers. Vicki and Jamie Baensch , Bas and Gaya Baskaran with Michael Shembrey Jane Goddard, Julian Carroll, Sue Scott, Rachael Congues and Grace Larobina Tyler Mahon, Valerie and Christopher Sercombe and Daniel Mahon Jan Morgan , Zeljka and Eddy Kovacev with Brad West Kim Wallace, Dr Pauline Turner, Andrew Wallace and Fiona Conroy

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Soon Chong, Chin Khoo and Ian Desborough Jane Angliss, Julie Gainey and Nicki Edwards Susan Lee, Carolyne and Adrian Booth and Alastair Lee Anita Dye, Jeremy Threadgold, Meredith and Michael McEvoy and Jane Threadgold Cam Nicholson, Dr Pauline Turner and Clifford Turner, Peter Byrnes and Peter Carman Leigh and Catherine Heyward, Ross and Barbara de Blaquiere Susan Lay, Roger Smith and Rob Lay

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From the President Welcome all Old Collegian s to th is iss ue of AD ASTRA. The year is already flying past for everyone and we have had a very busy schedule of events. At our first committee meeting this year we welcomed Caroline Dyson to the position of Junior Vice President. Caroline has been on our committee for 9 years and will bring great knowledge and enthusiasm to this role . We have already enjoyed many functions this year. We began with the School Leavers function on 5 February. Once again this event was very well attended. This is a key event for our organisation because it represents the introduction of a new group of Old Collegians to the Association, bringing new life to our membership. The first Career Edge Breakfast was held on 27 February followed by a second on 22 May. This has been a great initiative by the school to bring Old Collegians together to help current students get some clarity on career choices. Many Old Collegians were

involved and I want to thank them for their time. See our article on page 29 for more aboutthe Career Edge Breakfasts in 2009. At the Head of School Girls Regatta the Old Collegians hosted a lunch on the south ban k of the Barwon River. We unveiled our new marquee, which you will now see at more OGCA events. This was a very successful day. 27 March saw us hold a function in Warragul for our Gippsland members and all who attended were very pleased we arranged the night. The annual Old Collegians versus Old Grammarians golf day was held on 21 March. I am pleased to report that an Old Collegian won the event this year. A great result. Find out more in our article on page 28. 1 May saw us hold the first of our decade reunions (10 year out) for the year. We had a greatturn out and no doubt those involved went to the early hours of the next day. The 30 year out reunion on 15 May was also a very enjoyable event, followed by a lively Sic Itur luncheon (forthose who left

school 50 or more years ago) on 30 May to which we welcomed almost 180 guests. The 40 year reunion on 13 June was the last event in a very busy term of Old Collegians activities.' You will see many images of these events on pages 34 and 35 and pictures from the Sic Itur lunch, the 30 year outand 40 year reunions will appear in the next edition of Ad Astra. On our calendar for the remainder of the year we have another Career Edge breakfast 40 year out reunion, the Sydney Dinner and 20 year our reunion. Watch out for details of these events on the Old Geelong Collegians Association website. We are also planning a couple of other events, which have not been finalised at the time of publication, so keep an eye out for news of those as well. Over the remainder of the year I look forward to catching up with the many Old Collegians who will attend our events. I

Jim Marendaz OGCA President

The OGCA extend a warm welcome to its new members: Peer Year 2008 Siobhan Adams Jessica Albrecht Ryan Alldis Chloe Allen Arabella Anderson Meagan Andrews Emily Appleby William Arundell Kalena Banjanin Holly Bartlett Katherine Barton Tom Beaumont

Georgina Carr Matthew Carroll Aengus Cassidy Daniel Certoma Jess Chan Eric Chien Jessica Chirnside Jeremy Clark Matthew Collett Penny Cordner Ayce Cordy Sebastian Cotton Kendall Craig Alexandra Cromarty James Bowtell Alexandra Boyd Pip Crowley Ollie Braithwaite-Davies Sa ra h 0' Altera Benjamin Dales-Sutton Emily Dawson James Brotchie Dean Denny Elliot Brown Scott Dimovski Harriet Brown Xanthe Douglas-Garden Eliza Browne Alexander Eddey Thomas Burns-Wallace Greer Edsall Llewyn Butler Lauren Ellis Fraser Byrnes Lucy Faulkner Charles Cameron Angus Fitzpatrick Grant Cameron Clare Flynn

Douglas Ford Alice Fraser Madison Garratt Daniel Gledhill Charles Glowrey Rachael Golightly Alice Goodear Amy Gordon Georgia Gorman Joh n Graham Phoebe Gubbins Stephanie Guy Chelsea Hardcastle Cody Harmon Chloe Hayden Will Heath Sarah Henderson Ainslie Herbert Alexander Herd Joshua Hoevenaars Andrew Hollander Julia Hurley Georgia Inness Penny Ioannou Tom Kelly Mitchell Kent Zoe Keogh

Michael Kirby Shaw Kitc hen Vinci Leung Anne Levick Daniel Lloyd Matthew Lugg Thomas Maas Christopher Mack Georgina MacRae Annabel Marendaz Elizabeth Marendaz Lorcan Mathews Samantha McKnight Nicole McLean Sophie McLean Zach Menheere Tom Middlemiss Christopher Millington Amornsak Monsereenusorn Sarah Morris Caitlin Morrison Jeremy Mountjoy Monique Nancarrow Ashley Narita Milika Nation Kirsten Neil

Angus Nice Julia O'Brien Clancy O'Connor James O'Donnell James Pasco Samuel Profitt Stevie Quirk Callum Randall Alika Reeve Peter Rhodes Mark Richards Ella Riley Tom Roberts Ngaire Robson Ned Rogerson Todd Rosewa II Hen ry Russell Emily Rutherford Donald Sahlstrom Katalin Saunders Nicole Saunders Ben Schultz Catherine Serle Michael Simandl Kate Sinclair Will Slattery Nicholas Smith

Phoebe Stein fort Jeremy Sturges Emma Sturm Louise Sully Andrew Sunderland Mmg Ming Tan Robert Taylor Dermott Tebb Laura Thoms Charlotte Tobin Jordan Tomkins Sara Trainor Robert Tripolino Jessica Uebergang Connor Van Ingen Cameron Wade Matthew Wade James Walsh Caroline Watson Timothy Watson Thomas Wheeler Kim White Callum Wood Courtney Wood Elizabeth Wood Lu e lVu Yu Xing lVu

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Kokoda Track: 15 - 25 April 2008 n November 2007 a mate of mine approached me about walking the Kokoda track. He was going in April200B with a group of guys I had known for a long time. I had been interested in Kokoda for many years, but never thought I would get the opportunity to undertake such a challenge. With my family's somewhat bewildered blessing, I signed up. The Kokoda Track is 94 kilometres long and involves 50 hours of very hard trekking over steep climbs and descents. The track reveals magnificent mountain landscapes and a huge variety of tropical fauna and flora. It passes through many villages, where descendants of the "Fuzzy Wuzzy Angels" live traditional lifestyles. We were to climb to a highest point of 2200 metres above sea level. Sounds all rather exciting and romantic doesn't it? We saw many examples of the fierce close fighting between the Australians and Japanese, these included foxholes, grave sights and memorials set up by the Australian government to commemorate these battles. We witnessed primitive village life set in the most magnificent tropicaljungle anyone could wish to see and saw evidence of Austra lian Rotary building medical facilities in the villages to help the locals. We experienced eight days and seven nights of extreme trekking conditions. Some say Kokoda is in the top five most extreme treks in the world. We experienced five days of

torrential rain, the likes our Western District and Riverina friends would love to see; dehydration that caused some of our group to abandon the track and others to struggle through very tough days, and we walked in a heat and humidity that makes a summer in Sydney seem mild by comparison. Life on the track took on a mesmerising aspect. Atypical day was awake at 5.00am with a breakfast of Weetbix and powdered milk, washed down with black tea. We would commence trekking at 6.30am with hourly breaks and lunch around 12.30pm. Lunch consisted of two-minute noodles, cheese and dry biscuits. The afternoon would be more of the same with us making camp around 4.00pm. Dinner was either pasta with vegetables or rice with vegetables. Hit the sack around B.OOpm and then repeat. Some mornings we would <:limb what seemed to be 90 degree slopes for lor 2 hours only to do the same again laterin the day. Then , for variety, we would descend slopes of the same magnitude. The longer the trek went, the more old sporting injuries came to the surface. Whilst we had to battle the obvious physical hurdles, it was the mental hurdles that I think became the greater challenge. On day eight, at approx 1.00pm, we reached Ower's corner. This was the end of the track at the Port Moresby end. I have never experienced such a flood of mixed emotions . The tears,

Okoda holds a fascination to all Australians, as it is our own Gallipoli on our doorstep. I was privileged to walk the track in both 2007 and 200B. In 2007 a group of us decided to attempt the walk; Old Collegian Will Ritchie (1997) and friends; Sandy Maconochie, 'Jon no' Manifold, Clive Manifold, Bim Affleck and friends Doug Craig, Vic Carroll and Charlie Cay took on the challenge that is the Kokoda Track. We walked up hill and down dale, sweated profusely and swore just as profusely, but trudged on, completing the walk in eight days, with all its history and rich stories. On my return, so many people said they were disappointed not to be included in the group, that I put another group together the following year. So in August 200B accompanied by, amongst others, Gary French (1959) and his sons Andrew (1993) and Stuart (1991), John Butler and his son Richie (2001), brothers Michael (1973) and Robert Philip (1979), my sister,

Janet Gordon and her son, Charles (2001) we set out 'to walk in the footsteps of legends'. Gary French's father, Bevan, was OC B Company 39 Bn at Isurava - the much maligned B Company, the 'chocos', who were so valiant in that battle and subsequently at Buna and Gona. John Butler's father Charlie was an officer in the 2/14th Bn, and one of the group of wounded who made their way out of the battlefield area, and found American lines some six weeks later. Subsequently he lost his eye in the fighting at Buna-Gona, and became 'lost' in the American hospital system. By the time he returned to Australia, having been reported 'Missing Presumed Dead', the Melbourne Cricket Club had put up a Roll of Honour of those members who paid the supreme sacrifice, and Charlie's name was inadvertently put on it. The MCC decided it was cheaper to leave his name there rather than attempt to remove it, so every time Charlie attended the MCG to follow his beloved

laughter, exhaustion, exhilaration, friendship and sense of achievement - it was a truly wonderful moment. And then the cold beers flowed . Our trip was timed to allow us to attend the Bomana War Cemetery for the Anzac Day dawn service. 2BOO Australian servicemen and women are buried there, mostin unmarked graves. We retraced the footsteps of our WW2 soldiers as they repelled the Japanese advance. For many in our party this had a personal touch as many of us had relatives who served there. My father spent the majority of his service in Papua New Guinea. I was lucky to experience this magnificent track in peacetime which allowed me to take in all the emotions. It's a tough, unrelenting, physical and emotional experience. What is not always expressed, is how absolutely beautiful the country is and what an experience it is for a city dweller like myselfto live so close to nature (if only for a while) and how wonderful the local villagers are.

Jim Marendaz OGCA President

Demons, he would pause at the Roll of Honour and salute his name. Our time at the Isurava Memorial" with the four stone pillars with the words Sacrifice, Courage, Endurance and Mateship, were some of the most precious moments we have ever shared. As I said earlier, we were walking very much in 'the footsteps of legends'. While at Isurava Memorial in 2007, Will Ritchie started sketching that magnificent memorial. This resulted in a magnificent watercolour which he unveiled shortly after our return from Kokoda this year, and which I hope to use as a frontispiece to my book Geelong Collegians at World War Two, and subsequent conflicts.

James Affleck Friend of the College

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work ha s been applied to forestry management programs; the mo dels she develo ped are critical for mana ging and co nse rving wi ld quoll popu latio ns. Jenny and her hu sba nd, Bria n, who live in Northcote, have purcha sed a small property in Deans Marsh as a retreat from Melbou rne.

On presenting her degree the Chancellor Ian Renard remarked , "I love quolls. " "So do I," replied Jenny.

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ANZAC Day 2009 Then along comes thi s beautiful lady wea ring a breastful of very fin e meda ls ! I cou ld not suppress my curiosity and asked her to whom the medals originally belonged . Fortunately for me she took my cheekiness in t he right spirit!

The daughter of Wing/Com ma nder Peter Gibbes meets Harvey Lade was sitting on my shooting stick atthe end ofthe march awaiting my son, Stephen, (also an Old Collegian, 1971) who was fetching hi s carto take me to lun ch on one of my rare trips to Melbourne.

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She told me that they had been awarded to he r father, the late Wing/ Commande r Peter Gibbes, one of Australia 's ace pilots ofWWII. The medals being the DSO, DFC and AFC and , of course, a number of campaign meda ls . (She further explained that her father' s fi rst cousi n was the late Group/ Captain Bobby Gibbes who was also a highly decorated pilot ofWWII).

(As a matter of general interest my uniform , of good quality English barathea, was tailored for me by Carr Son & Woor in 1944. Even in wartime th e Brits could still produce quality goods!) Ex Flying-Officer Harvey Lade 148 Squadron, Middle East (OGC 1938)

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Engineering a ~f""~ onash University's Faculty of Engineering celebrated the achievements oftheir top new students atthe 2009 Engineering Schola rs hip Celebration on Thursday 5 Ma rch. Held on campus at Monash University, the celebrati on acknowledged the success of students who not only gained a place in an enginee ri ng cou rse at Monash University, but who also received a scholarship for their outstanding results during their VCE. Among these students were Sarah Morris and Eric Chien from The Geelong College 2008 VCE cohort. Students celebrated with their families, the Deputy Dean of Engineering , Professo r John Sheridan , school representatives and Monash students. Scholarship recipients we re individually acknowledged at the ceremony and had a chance to mingle with university staff and other students after the presentations.

wartime uniform! I confessed that owing to several illnesses in recent years I had lost sufficient weight to be able to do so - at a pinch - though this had become a bit of an effort for me on the slightly up-hill gradient from St Kilda Road to the Shrine!

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To be eligib le for a scholarship from the Facu lty, a student mu st be enrolled for a double degree and have an ENTERscore greater than 98. Eric Chien had chosen to study a dou ble degree in Aerospace Engineering and Science. "I'm enj oying the first year," Eric explained , "we are now at the first semester break and the studies so far have been quite gene ral, but next semester will see so me more specific studies in Aeros pa ce whic h will be go od ... Of co urse [university life] is quite differentto scho ol, we're responsible for ou r own education now. I'm enj oying livi ng on ca mpus, it's great fun and good to meet so many new people." Sa rah Morris' scho larship sees he r st udying Engi neering and Arts - a combination she

is relis hing , ''I' m enjoying the course a lot," she explained , "particu larly doing Engineering with Arts, they are quite different and it breaks up my studies ." Sarah is als o living on cam pus and when asked how she is enjoying it said with a laugh , "A lot! It's a lot offun ."

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Another successful golf day was held by the Old Geelong Collegians' Association at the Barwon Heads Golf Club for the annual golf match between The Geelong College and Geelong Grammar School on Friday 20 March. It was pleasing to see a full field of competitors including some new, younger players who havejoined this increasingly popular event. The Old Collegians won the day with an average score down 2.0 to Grammar,2.2. David Jarman (1955) was the individual winner for the day with +6 and Tony Light (1979) was runner up with +5. The running score is now 16/ 8 in favour of the College.

Photos 1. Archie Gubbins (1973), Murray Mountjoy (1969) 2. Andrew Johnstone (1970), Hugh Torode (1967) 3. Tony Light (1979), Sandy Hutton (1973), Simon Reed (GGS) 4. Simon Reed (GGS), Sandy Hutton (1973)

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Amateur Attiletics Club The Old Geelong Collegians' Amateur Athletics Club competes in cross-country and road races as part ofThe Associated Public Schools Old Collegians Amateur Athletic Association Inc (APSOC). The winter season starts in April with thirteen events over the season which concludes mid-September. Events range in distance from 3.2 km to a half marathon (21.1 km). However, events longer than 10 km offer both short or long course options, allowing participants to choose the distance that best suits them. Eight of the thirteen races are handica p events, based on each athlete's previous

performances, giving every runner in the field the chance to be first over the line. There are six team events where the clubs compete for points. These team races comprise three scratch and three relay races . This unique mi xture of scratch, relay and handicap races provides a variety for competitors not found in other winter running events. Ru nners of all ages and abilities are welcome. Typically APSOC races include athletes from school age to over seventy. Female runners comprise up to thirty percent of total competitors and there are team premierships

and individual awards for both men and women. Further details of the APSOC winter season, including the calendar of events, maps of the races and past resu lts, can be found on the Association's website http ://www.apsoc.athsvic.org.au Any Old Geelong Collegians interested in competing in the APSOC events with the Old Geelong Collegians Amateur Athletics Club would be most welcome. Please contact us by email at oldgeelong@hotmail.com or phone Michael Goode on 9421 5902.

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Ogs. The Old Geelong Football • and Netball Club

The Old Geelong Football Club is shaping up well for season 2009. Preparation began with the appoi ntment late last year of ex-Fitzroy player Nick Mitchell as senior coach, and the club is delighted to have him at the helm. Nick has already developed a great rapport with the playing group and has thoroughly impressed the committee with his philosophies on the game.

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Pre-season started with six well-attended sessions in December, before resuming after the holiday period in late January. The lack of access to home ground, Como Park, (due to the drought) has resulted in a challenging and disruptive pre-season for all involved (and indeed many other clubs in Melbourne), butthe players have responded well and have been victorious in all three practice

matches. The squa d took a we ll-earned rest over Easter before the first game for points on April 18. Another hig hlight of the pre-season has been the recruiting of more Geelong College leavers including James Ratcliffe and Campbell Sutherland (2006) and Andrew Walsh and Nick MacRae (2007) to Ogs. All have impressed up to t his point and we hope to welcome more College leavers to the club in the near future. Later in the yea r Old Geelong wi II celebrate' 50 years at Como Park' with a gala ball on 15 August. For more information on this and other Ogs news, please check our we bsite at www.oldgeelong .com .au

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he firsttwo Friday Networki ng Breakfasts, developed to give our senior VCE st udents the opportunity to learn effective networking skills and meet with people already pra ctisin g in careers that are ofinterest to them , have been very well received by students and parents ali ke. Students were surveyed early in t he year to find the most useful and popula r career streams for each breakfast to focu s on and three breakfasts were planned for 2009 . The fi rst was held on 27 February focusing on Careers in Spart. Over 160 guests attended including stud ents from Years 11 and 12 and their parents. Th e Senior School Dining Hall was brimming with

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focussed on Careers in Arts, Media and Humanities and took place on the morning of 22 May, following a delicious Dining Hall brea kfast. Sixteen special guests attended the brea kfast and shared their career experiences wit h the 175 students and parents in attendance. The guests included Roslyn Guy, Opinions Edito r of The Age , Sarah Henderson (1983) TV presenter, solicitor and journalist, Chris Patterson , Te levision Executive Producer, John O' Brien (2002), Musician and Composer, Sarah Anderson (1999) Artist, Sarah Schofield (2004) Fashion Designer, Hugo Armstrong (1984) Radio Presenter, Prom oter and Program Manager and many more wonderful mentors as table captains forthe morning. With MrIan Cover again doing a wonderfuljob in the MC role, the audience was entertained with interesting , valuable and, sometimes, funny career anecdotes from the guests' experience in a range of widely diverse careers in Arts, Media and Humanities. The third breakfast for 2009 will be held in Term 3 and will look at Careers in Business and Law.

enthusiastic attendees. A panel of special guests comprising Jon Anderson (1970), 3AW radio presenter, David Parkin, former AFL Coach and Premiership player, and Phoebe Stanley (2003) Olympic Rower, together with Dr Hugh Seward (1966), Chai rman of the College Council and the former long-serving medical officer of the Geelong Football Club, offered insights and advice into career pathways in sport. Current parent and member ofthe Coodabeen Champions, Mr Ian Cover, was the MC for the morning . After the panel shared some oftheir stories, advice an d tips, students were able to talk informally with their table captains who were practitioners in a wide variety of sport-related professions including physiotherapy, sports medicine, sports administration, and sports media andjo urna lism, providing the students with an opportunity for more personalised networking. The second Fri day Networking Breakfast

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Honourable Justice Timothy Alexander Hinchliffe CBE (1946 - 2009) The Honourable Justice Timothy Alexander Hinchliffe CBE (1959), Senior Puisne Judge of the Supreme and National Court of Papua New Guinea, passed away on Thursday 20 March 2009. Born on 6 May 1946, Tim Hinchliffe went to school at The Geelong College where he was an accomplished sportsman, rowing from 1962 to 1964, Captain of Boats in 1964 and a handy footballer for the 2nd XVIII, as well as taking part in the summer swimming competitions. He was also a school prefectin his final year. Atthe University of Melbourne, he was resident at Queen's College and rowed in the crew there. He graduated in 1972 and was soon accepted to the Bar and set up his own practice in Melbourne. He had a very general practice, appearing in most courts and tribunals, including several appearances in the High Court. During this time he also served on the Bar Council, on the Ethics Committee and on the Police-Lawyers Liaison Committee.

In January 1982, he was appointed a stipendiary magistrate in the Northern Territory. At 36 years of age he was the youngest Magistrate appointed in the Territory's history. Justice Hinchliffe then worked in Alice Springs before taking up his position as ajudge in New Guinea. In January 1987 he was appointed to the Supreme and National Court of Papua New Guinea for a period of three years. However, Justice Hinchliffe went on to serve the National and Supreme courts for more than 22 years. He served as the Senior ResidentJudge at Lae (1987-98) and the Senior Resident Judge at Mount Hagen (1999- 200 9). Justice Hinchliffe was bestowed the honour of Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (CBE) for "outstanding services to Justice and community" in the 1995 Queen's Birthday Honours List. He spent much of his life developing welfare rights for, firstly, Aborigines, and then New Guinea nationals. During his years in Papua New Guinea, the late judge served on many judicia ry services

committees in various capacities, was deputy Defence Forcejudge (1997 - 2001) and lecturer (Ethics) at the Legal Training Institute. He also served on many communitybased committees including the Papua New Guinea Scouts and Girl Guides Associations, Cancer Relief Society and patron of Bridge Ministries Half-Way House in Lae, and was president of the RSPCA in PNG, the Morobe Red Cross and the Papua-Melbourne Cricket Club. In 1998 he was made a Paul Harris Fellow by Rotary International and in 2000 was awarded PNG's 25th Anniversary Medal. Justice Hinchliffe was buried beside his motherin their family plotin Geelong following a service at Newtown 's All Saints Anglican Church on 1 April2009 attended by family and friends. In Papua New Guinea , a memorial service was also held at Mount Hagen on 1 April, and a State Service was held in Port Moresby on 2 April. Justice Hinchliffe is survived by brothers David (1953) and John (1958) and sister, Annette Longworth.

James Kenneth Aitken (1921 - 2009) In February 1921, James Kenneth Aitken (1934), known as Ken, was born to parents Phillip Lewis Aitken and Marguerite Clara nee Davis. Ken attended The Geelong College as a boarder from 1932 until 1939 after attending Glamorgan School. At College, he was particularly active in the Hou se of Guilds and in 1939 was Chairman of the Hou se of Guilds Committee and Sub-Warden. After leaving College he studied at Melbourne University. Called up by the RAAF in August 1941, he left Australia for Southern Rhodesia where

he trained as an Air Observer (NavigatorBomb Aimer) . He was posted to a General Reconnaissance School in South Africa and then to Egypt where he completed his training at 75 OTU, Gianaclis, near Alexandria. Ken then joined 459 Squadron at Gambut, near Tobruk early in 1944, principally doing antisubmarine work. On leaving 459, he and his pilot, Bob Norman, were posted to Helwan and later to Heliopolis, two established RAF stations near Cairo . They flew IP's (as opposed to VIP's) to destinations in the Middle Eastand Southern Europe. Ken returned to Australia in November 1945. In January 1946 he was

discharged from the RAAF with the rank of Flight Lieutenantand returned to Ormond College. Both his brothers Phillip and Robert 'Bob' (1922-2004) also attended the College. Ken died in April2009 and is survived by his widow, Sylvia.

Sources: James Affleck, Geelong Collegians at World War II citing Aitken Family Recollections; Winter, Vincent Adams: Noble six hundred: the story of the Empire Air Training Scheme with particular reference to 674 Australians who trained in Southern Rhodesia.

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Affectionately known as TLC, Thomas Lanyon Clark was first appointed as Assistant Bursar at The Geelong College but soon assumed the responsibilities as Executive Officer of the Old Geelong Collegian's Association (OGCA) from July 1971, continuing in this role until his retirement in 1980. Thomas was born at Mosman, NSW andjoined Burns PhiLp Co Ltd in 1939. ShortLy afterwards , he was sentto the Company's Tarawa Branch on the British CoLony of the then GiLbert and ELLice IsLands (now known as Kiribati). He was subsequentLy trapped on Tarawa during WorLd War II when the Japanese invaded the isLand and he, with a group of 18 other civiLians, escaped the isLand. Don LawLer described this epic adventure in Ad Astra of June, 2005. Tom survived his periLous sea trip and the war, eventually returning to study and quaLifying as an accountant in 1947. He commenced with J C Hutton Pty Ltd in

1948 and became finance manager at A C Fe rrall before operating his own grocery and drape ry business from 1954 to 1959. In 1959, he returned as Finance Di rector to AC FerraLL. In 1966, Tom was appointed Bursar of Launceston Church Grammar SchooL, a position he heLd untiL hi s appointment to Th e GeeLong CoLLege . He repLaced Bert Keith , previousLy the honorary Executive Officer of OGCA, becoming the first paid Executive Office r ofthe Association. Thomas wa s dedicated in the appLication of hi s accounting and administrative skiLls to the deveLopment of the OGCA, using his time there to estabLi sh protocols and procedures. He wa s instrumentaL in the reorganisation of the association to a branch structure . Thomas was also an enthusia stic and taLented sportsman throughout his Life. He wa s a hockey pLayer and keen club tennis pLayer during hi s schooL years and Later pLayed tennis with hi s wife, Peg, atthe Mary Street Methodist Church in Launceston on Saturdays. He also enjoyed a hit of goLf, often taking his grandchiLdren to a course in their schooL hoLidays .

Thomas deveLoped an interest in the sport of rowing which grew out of his commitment to taking his son, Geoff, to training two or three mornings a week. WhiLe not being a rower himseLf, he eventually coached his own crews at both Launceston and the CoLLege, the Latter resuLted in his being honoured with a Life Membership of the ALbert BeLL Club. His commitment to rowing was acknowLedge further wh en a huLL, The TLC was named after him. Thomas bowLed for over 30 years as a keen A Grad e pLayer and was a GeeLong indoor bowls champion. Tom also bowLed atthe Riverside Bowls Club, Launceston, and was President of th e Launceston YMCAfrom 1968 to 1970. Tom is survived by his wife, Margaret (Peg) , dau ghter, J en, and son, Geoff, six grand chiLdren; Tom, Tessa, Jock, Amy, Joe and Lewis an d his two great grandchiLdren; KayLa and Brayden . We are grateful to Geoff Clark and Don Lawler (1945) for their assistance in the compilation of this piece. Other sources: The Geelong College Archives, Ad Astra Sept, 1971; Ad Astra No 108 Ju ne, 2005.

Members of the OGCA are saddened to announce the deaths of the following former students, staff and friends of the College and extend their condolences to family and friends BIDSTRUP (1981), Roger (1963-2009) Passed away on 16 ApriL 2009 . He attended the College from 1978 untiL 19BO and was a member ofWettenhaLL Hou se. He had previousLy attended Seymour High School. His father Alan, a farmer of 'Anna daLe', Broadford and his three brothers George, Ian and David were aLL educated at the CoLLege. Sources: Age newspaper 24 April 2009.

BISHOP (1939), Bruce Edward (1925-2008) Passed awayin May 200B. He was born at Maffra, the son of Edward William SamueL Bishop and Ada FLorence nee Nisbet. After attending Romsey State SchooL he wa s educated at The GeeLong CoLLege from October, 1936 untiL the end of 1943. WhiLe at College he pLayed in the 1st Football XVIII of 1942 and 1943 and the 1st Cricket XI of 1943. In 1942, he was vice-captain of the 2nd Cricket XI. Bruce was a member of Morrison House. He enListed in the RAN on 23 October, 1944 not Long after

Leavin g sc hooL and was posted to HMAS Hobart. On 24 April, 1945 HMAS Hobart supported La ndings atTarakan in Borneo and on 11 May the La ndi ngs near Wewak of eLements of the Au st raLian 6th Division. Between 7 and 9 June Hobart partici pated in operations off Brunei and Later at BaLikpapan. On 31 August HMAS Hoba rt arrived at Tokyo Bay where Bruce was present at th e time of the Japanese surrender. He serv ed as a GoLd Coast counciLLor, and MLA fo r th e Qu eensLand State seat of Surfers Paradise for one term from 1977 to 1980, having moved to QueensLand in 1959.

Sources: James Affleck, Geelong Collegians at World War IT.

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DOAKE (1946), James William Pearce (1930-2008) Passed away 16 September 2008. He was the so n of James Paterson, a grazier and former Scotch College Student. and Iris Ade le nee Pearce. He attended Yering State Sch ool before entering The Geelong College as a boarde r in September 1941 where he continued hi s education until 1947. His paren ts died when he was relatively young and he lived for a time with his uncle, a doctor in Echuca. At College, he developed a deep passion for work within the House of GuiLd s and this served him well during his life. In the House of Guilds of the time, building model engines including steam engines was popular, the parts for these being completely designed and machined by t he students. James built on this early skill and enthusiasm and continued building farm machinery, several boats and a wide variety of other equipment over the years. He was a grazier throughout his life on hi s property 'Sunnymeadows' near Coldstream in the Yarra Valley. Not only an avid sailor, he wa s also a keen aviator and Coldstream Airport was established on his property. Hi s community involvement included active participation in the CFA and the Lilydale Show Society. He is survived by hi s wife Judith , four children, Jaimie, And rew, PhilLipa , Fiona, and five grandchildren. Sources: Jaimie Doake

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Passed away on 15 December 2008. Born at 71 Normanby Street, East GeeLong on 25 August to parents Herbert Clarence Duffield and Elfreda Adeline nee Williams, he first attended Miss Seymour's Swanston St School then Tate St School before commencing at Geelong High School. In 1936 he commenced atThe Geelong College as a day student. At College, he won the Norman Morrison Cup at the College Sports in 1936. This was an aggregate prize for several handicap events for students under 16 years of age. He rowed as stroke in the 3rd VIII of 1938 but was more noted as a member of the 1st XVIII Football teams of 1937 and 1938. His brother, Norman Clarence Duffield (1923-1996) also attended the College. After Leaving school he worked at Strachan & Co woolstores and continued playing football with the Geelong Amateurs and later with the Geelong League reserves. In the 1930S Alan had raced pigeons and this experience was to become significant during World War II after hi s en listment on 8 February 1943. He was transferred to the newly formed HQ 1st Carrier Pigeon Section from where he moved steadily north, first to Indooroopilly in Queensland, and then to Goodenough Island and Lae in New Guinea, eventually participating in the landings at Admiralty and Manus Islands. Later, he served near Rabaul. The 1st Australian Pigeon Section provided a little known but crucial communications roLe when alternatives didn't exist. The actions of several pigeons earned Dickins Gallantry Medals during World War II. Sources: Alan Duffield, Reminiscences (Unpublished); Australian War Memorial; James Affleck, Geelong Collegians at World War II.

Staff member and mathematics teacher, Alistai r Deans was also a student at The Gee long College from 1956, matriculating in 1961. In 1961 he was one of the student editors of Pegasus Magazine. After leaving Co llege he gained a Trained Teachers' Certificate from Melbourne State College and in 1965 began his teaching career with the Depa rt ment of Education at Golden Square High Schoo l in Bendigo. From 1967 to 1970 he t aught at Norlane High . At the University of Melbourne he studied Mathematics and Physi cs graduating Bachelor of Science in 1970. In 1971, Alistai r commenced a long perio d at Matthew Flinders Girls ' Secondary College. Ali stair was employed in a variety of pa rt-ti me mathematics positions at both Senior and Preparatory School campuses duri ng hi s employment at the College from June 1996 until September 2006. Sources: David Hibbard, Farewell-Ad Astra No 109 Ja nuary 2006 Page 16.

1984, he was a School Prefect and House Captain of Coles House .

DUFFIELD (1936), Allan George (1921-2008)

DEANS (1957), Alistair John (1944-2009)

Died at Wangaratta 31 October 2008. He was a student at The Geelong ColLege from 1978 to 1979 after studying at Wangaratta High School.

McKINDLAY (1946), Donald Grant (1931-2009) Grazier, of ' Richmond Park', Moama passed away on 24 March 2009. He attended Albury Grammar School before entering The Geelong College as a boarder from 1945 to 1948. He was a member ofthe 1st XIII Cricket team, 1948. His father was J R McKindlay of'Richmond Park'. During an active life of community involvement Donald was president of the Deniliquin Rural Lands Protection Board from 1982 to 1986 and held various positions with the Echuca Club including president. committee member and trustee.

SAXTON (1950), John Oliver (1936-2008) Known as Oliver, a student from 1948 to 1954 and died on 15 August 2008. Priorto attending College, he had been a student at Moe State School. He was a member ofthe 1st VIII Rowing in 1953 and 1954 as well as the 1st XVIII Football team in 1953 and 1954. ASchool Prefect and Shannon House Captain in 1954 he was also a member of the Music Committee and a Cadet Unit Officer. In 1953, he won the Alexander Coto and John Coto Prize, an academic prize awarded for consistent work.

SIDES (1953), Geoffrey Eric Fipson (1940-2009)

GLARE (1940), Ronald Henry (1925-2009) Passed away on 5 March 2009. Ronald attended The Geelong College from 1939 until his Form II year in 1940. He won The Geelong College House of Guilds Prize in 1940.

Died in 2009. He was a boarder at the College from 1951 to 1957. At school he played football in the 5th XVIII Football team of 1956 and the 4th XVIII Football team of 1957.

KELLETT (1984), Dean Rodney (1966-2009)

SMITH (1955), Thomas James (1941-2008)

Died in Singapore on 26 February 2009. He attended the College from 1979 until 1984 after having previously attended Woodville State School. At College he was an all-round sportsman participating in the 1st XI Cricket teams of 1983 and 1984 and the 1st XVIII Football team of 1984. In

Grazier of'Merriefields', Balmoral, passed away on 24 June 2008. He was a student of the College from 1956 until 1957. In 1957 he played in the Under 16C XVIII Football team and that same year won the James Fraser Sutherland Prize.

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to Victoria after Living in NSW and the ACT si nce • RMC Duntroon. : Stuart Littler (1984) , and wife Meg, are proud Leaving CoLLege. He and his wife, Yvonne, are : to announce the birth of their daughter, Ruth, : Engagements enjoying Living in MeLbourne. on 16 March 2006 and daughter, Sarah, on 20 • Jamie McConachy (1993) became engaged to Vivien Pedemont (nee Webb 1979) and Aug ust 2008, sisters for Hannah. : Fiona CaLder on 25 December 2008. husband, Geoff, moved to Francejust out of Sharyn Speller (nee McKenzie 1989) , and • Emily McConachy (1995) became engaged to GrenobLe, for Geoff's work . The pLacementis for husband Nick, are delighted to announce the Jeff Bartlett on 3 October 2008 . three years. Their daughter, Kate, is attending birth of their daughter, Stephanie Brooke, on Penelope Finch (2000) became engaged to American SchooL in GrenobLe and their son, Ben , 3 JuLy 2008. Asister for Edward (age 5) and Brian Keller on 24 January 2009, to be married is boarding in Brisbane. Ch ristia n (age 2). in February 2010. John Braithwaite (1979) is currentLy attending : James McConnell (1990) and wife, BeLinda, Marriages GATE and pLaying tabLe tennis at GTTC in CGrade. • weLcomed Angus James Zohrab, born 20 Cassandra Dmytrenko (1997) married Matthew John also pLays Lawn bowls for GeeLong West • September 2008, to their home at Williamstown Bird on 23 February 2008 at Minya Winery in BGrade. John enjoys reguLar games atthe : MeLbourne. James operates his own business ' followed by ceLebrations at Dromo Land House. GeeLong Chess Club. : Yarra Shade Co www.yarrashade.com.au ' Angus Ward (1998) married Kristy Gillespie Paul Habal (1983) Married in the UK, moved : Megan Kealy (Greeves, 1991) , together with on 21 March 2009 at Creswick followed by thei r to Sydney for two years , had a short stint in : husband , Mick, and chiLdren, Grace (age 3), and reception at Forest Resort. MeLbourne and then moved backto London • CharLie (age 19 months) weLcomed ELoise Jane to James Boston (1999) married Cathe rine (Cat) where we Lived for approximateLy eight years. We their famiLy on 26 January 2009. Vigge rs on 29 March 2008 at Ormond CoLLege, have three chiLdren, two were born in London, Lachlan Ward (1991) and wife, CarLie, are thrilled University of MeLbourne, and ceLebrated the youngest born in AustraLia. CurrentLy RetaiL to announce the arrivaL of CharLie LauchLan on 7 afterwards atThe AustraLian Club, MeLbourne. Operations Manager AustraLia/ New ZeaLand for November 2008. ALittLe brother for George. Bendon pty Limited . Robert Chakir (2000) and Jessica Smith married Liam Jerenic (1992) and wife, Amanda (nee on Saturday 28 March at EumeraLLa Scout Camp in Rachel Boston (1987) married Canadian , Kurt Tsang 1992) are thriLLed to announce the arrivaL the beautifuL outdoor chapel. Petrunia, in 1999 and they now Live in Victoria , of Jack Tho mas born 2 August 2008. British CoLumbia, with their three sons, Owen Matthew McGillivray (1992) and wife, Vicky, (age 7), Joshua (age 6) and Bethune (age 4) . announce the birth of their son, Fergus Everett RacheL is a graduate in Law (Hons) and Arts EagLe, born 8 December 2008 in Bendigo. A (Hons) from MeLbourne University, and is brother for CharLotte DeLiLah (age 5) and Harvey now Senior PoLicy Advisor to the Minister for Edwards (age 3). the Environment for the province of British Sam McMahon (1994) and wife, Katie (nee CoLumbia, Canada. Stewart 1994) , are thrilled to announce the Sonja Ballard (1988) has compLeted her birth of their second chiLd, Edward Francis, on 7 teaching degree and is happiLy pLaying and ApriL2009. A LittLe brother for Lucinda who was singing with the Prep and Grade One students at James Boston weds Cat Viggers born 11 September 2007. Mt Duneed Primary SchooL. Giles Craig (1996) and wife, Laura, had a Kate Guaran (1989) moved to Sydneyin August baby boy on 22 November 2008 called Hamish Eise 2008 with her partner, Pete, and their daughter Craig. AmeLia (born 7 JuLy 2007). Having worked in Sally Siega (nee Mountjoy 1999) and husband, marketing for Kraft Foods for the Last seven years Scott, are deLighted to announce the birth of Looking after brands such as Vegemite, Kate 's their daughter, CharLotte Jennifer Rae, on 4 most recent roLe was Leading the Consumer November 2008. Insights team, she has decided to take time out of the workforce to Look after her famiLy. Kate Watchorn (nee Armstrong 1997) was Robert Chaldr weds Jessica Smith recentLy posted to Sydney where her husband ,

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OGCA Events

Heads of the River - 28 March 1. Coaching Staff: Louise Gardner, Sue Campbell, Ruth Blair, Jenny Hayles and Laura O'Rourke 2. Jenny Brimacombe (CP), Leanne Nielsen (CP), • Meryn Ratcliffe (CP), Claire and Hugh Seward (1966, CP, PP) 3. Vicky Murrihy (CP), Trina Porter (Staff, CP), Addy Bucek (Staff, CP) 4. Year 12 students Thomas Davey, Rebecca • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Carman • • • • •and • • Thomas • • • • •Molyneux • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ••______~~~JI!!!II!!!I

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THE OLD GEELONG COLLEGIAt'olS' ASSQClATIOt'ol -rffl

10 Year Out Reunion - Friday 1 May

1. Troy Doak, Craig Scott, Simon Craig and

Chris Gingell (in front), Rob Barbour and Kate Henson 2. Jenny Abbot, Jason Durek, Melissa Skilton and Chris Donaldson 3. Kate Henson, Marcus Lambert, Drew Hendrey, Chelsey lwirs, Chai Kam and Guaran Chan 4. Rebecca Richards , Vanessa Hall, Jules Jenner, Janet Lang and Ange Hamilton 5. Rosie Bell, Christie Milenkovic, Leigh Matheson and Janey Robertson 6. David Andrews, Sarah Anderson , Lauren Kuc and Caz Little 7. Tim Black, Katie Leishman and Jim Marendaz (OGCA President, 1972, PP)

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