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THE LUCERNIAN 1985 Magazine of Morongo Girls' College, Geelong

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Members of Council, Council Notes, Principal's Report Editorial Members of Staff School Officials School Captains Report Boarding House Reports House Pages Social Service Report Sports Pages Art and Craft Music Drama Junior School New Writing Awards Valete Salvete Junior, Senior Auxiliaries, Parents and Friends. Old Collegians

Volume: 5 No: 5

Members of Council 1985 Mr. R.J. Robb — Chairman of Council Mr. W.H. Harvey, B.E., F.I.E., Aust. — Deputy Chairman Mrs. J.L. Emerson, B.A., Dip.Ed. Miss E.M. Parkes, Dip. N.Ed., F.C.N.A. Mr. R.J. Bourke, A.A.S.A., A.C.I.S., A.I.B.A., A.A.I.M., F.R.M.I.A. Mr. W.T. Cook, B.A., B.Sc., T.S.T.C. Mr. I.R. Knox, L.L.B. Mr. I.S. Knight Mr. E.C. Laird, C.B.E., Dip.Arch. Dn., L.F.R.A.I.A., A.R.I.B.A. The Rev. G.G. Lehmann, B.Comm. Dip.Ed., T.P.T.C., M.A.C.E. Mr. A.J. Lawson, Dip. Tex. Ind. Mr. G.C. Notman Mr. N.H. Pettitt, A.R.A.C.I. Mrs. A.S. Solomon Mr. J.S. Venters, B.E.M. Professor J.G. Wallace M.A., M.Ed., [Glasgow) Ph.D. (Bristol) Mrs. A. Young, M.B.B.S. SECRETARY: Mr. D.G. Neilson F.C.A. MEDICAL OFFICER: Dr. H. Millikan M.B.B.S.

Council Notes This year has seen the completion of the residence for the Principal, and landscaping of the surrounding garden, and extensive tree planting throughout the school grounds. Renovations to the administration area have also been completed. The architects have submitted final plans for the Senior Students Centre, and tenders are expected to be called and accepted before the end of the year. This centre will be erected in the area at present occupied by the garages and laundry, and the relocation of these facilities is under way. At the March meeting of the Council, Miss Dulcie Brookshaw indicated that she wished to retire at the end of first term 1986, and although her decision was received with great regret, the Council respect her reasons, and plan to give the school community opportunities next term to pay tribute to her. Before the publication of this report, the announcement of the appointment of a new Principal will be made.

Principal's Report In the valedictory speech last year I called 1984 the 'Year of Reviews, Reports, and Recommendations' as a large number had been initiated by government sources. There was the Working Party on the Four Term Year; after receiving many diverse submissions from schools, individual teachers and principals, the Minister of Education has approved the recommendation put forward by the Committee that a four term year be implemented as from 1987. This may seem a minor change to many people — just the reorganization of holidays and lengths of terms, but even this does affect a school's curriculum and programme, especially at secondary level. Morongo's unit system will have to be reviewed to make way for longer units based on semesters. Not only this but the whole school programme, such as the timing of examinations, reports, activities and camping programme will also come under review. There is much work to be done by the curriculum committee before the four term system is introduced. The appointment of a Curriculum Co-ordinator next year will help to bring together recommendations for the change and for any reforms emanating from the Blackburn Report. Responses to the Blackburn Report are still being received by Working Parties so it is still not known what changes will be initiated other than the establishment of the Victorian Certificate of Education, replacing all other certificates at Year 12, and the establishment of the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Board which replaces the Victorian Institute of Secondary Education (V.I.S.E.) 2

So many changes in education have been initiated recently that I know teachers would appreciate a period of no change in the education programmes to absorb what is being done and also to give time to reflect and evaluate. VISE has not had time to evaluate the present assessment process for Year 12, before initiating further change. I just hope it is for the good of the community and society as a whole, and that any future change in schools does meet the needs of all young people. Education is a complex issue — there are so many diverse views and opinions on the curriculum, organization, assessment and credentialling, but the schools must ensure that standards are maintained in the pursuit of excellence, of knowledge and learning, and also ensure that young people are well prepared for their role as adults in the society. Dulcie Brookshaw

Editorial 1985 has been yet another busy and enjoyable year filled with memorable experiences. One such experience must certainly have been sharing the role of Lucernian Editress. We have been lucky, in that there have been two people instead of one, to urge the numerous budding writers to contribute to the 'Luc'. Another 'supposed' privilege with being Editress, is that we have been able to totally embarass ourselves in Assembly, along with our Luc Committee! Well, our desperate pleas for contributions seemed to pay off, because we had a great deal of really good writing, more than we could use.

Since our early years at Morongo we have formed friendships that we hope will reach long into the future. We have spent 8 and 10 years here respectively, and have many happy and unforgetable memories of school life. Throughout these years Miss Brookshaw has been eagerly involved in the many and varied activities at Morongo. This year sees her final year as well, and we wish her all the best for the future, and thank her for her continual enthusiasm and support.

Finally we would both like to thank the many people who sent in contributions, photos and drawings. Thanks also must go to all the members of the Lucernian Committee for their help and support, and to Mrs. Quickmire — a big thankyou for all the hard work and continual effort that she puts into the 'Luc' each year to help make each edition that little bit better! We hope you enjoy this years 'Luc'. Georgie and Trina

Lucernian Committee Simone Armstrong Katrina Bent Adrienne Boccalatte Jayne Cooper Karen Donaldson Meredith Dunstone Georgina Mitton Kim Vagg Judith Waugh

Staff 1985 Principal: Miss D. Brookshaw, B.A., Dip.Ed., M.A.C.E. Vice Principal: M r. F. O'Neill, B.Sc., Dip.Ed., M.A.C.E.

Mrs. M. Alver, Dip.Tea.B.Ed. Mrs. K. Anderson, Comm. Dip. Hales Bus. College, Adelaide Mr. R. Armstrong, B.Sc., Dip.Ed. (Uni of Tasmania) Miss D. Bard-Brucker, B.Ed. [Art & Craft) Mr. L. Barker, B.A., Dip.R.E. Mrs. L. Bremner, B.A. Mrs. F.C. Cameron, B.A., G.D.I.E.S.E., T.A.C.T.C., T.P.T.C. (Terms 1 & 2) Mrs. A. Chidzey, B.A. Dip.Ed. Mr. D. Connolev, B.Eco & Politics (Hons) Dip.Ed. Mrs. J. Cummins, B.A., Grad.Dip.Lib., A. L.A. Mrs. I. Deller, A.T.C.L., A.S.D.A. Miss S. Dew, B.A. (Hons), T.I.T.C., G.D.S.E., A.L.A.A. (Term 3) Mrs. P. Evans, B.A. Mrs. G. Fileborn, Dipl.Lehr. Mr. R. Ferguson, B.Sc., Dip.Ed. Mrs. L. Forbes, Dip. F.D. & P., A.C.T.T. Mr. P. Fox, B.A., Dip.Ed., M.A. Mr. R. Francis, B.A., D.T.Dio. Mrs. W. Galloway, L.Mus.A., A.Mus.A. Miss J. Grouse, B.App.Sc. Miss M. Henderson, B.Sc. Miss J. Homberg, B.Ed. Mr. C. Ingham, T.S.T.C., B.Ed. Mrs M. Klososzczyk, B.A., B.Ed,Dip.Ed Grad. Dip.Ed. St., A.L.A.A. Mrs. L. Larcombe, T.P.T.C. Mrs. C. Mackenzie, B.S. in Education Mrs. A. Mammino, B.A., Dip.Ed. Mrs. P. Marks, B.Sc., Dip.Ed. Mrs. E. Martin, L.R.A.M., U.L.T.C. Mrs H. Mays, B.Ed. (Phy Ed) Mrs. J. McNeil, T.P.T.C. Mrs. H. Mitchell, Higher Dip.Sec. Art & Craft Mrs. E. Mocellin, B.A. Dip.Ed. Mrs. R. Owen, Dip in Ed. (L'pool) Mrs. H. Pateman, T.S.T.C. (Art & Craft) B.Ed. Mr. C. Pingel, B.App.Sc., B.Ed. Mrs. P. Duickmire, M.A., Dip.Ed. Mr. R. Seaton, B.Sc., Dip.Ed., M.A.C.E. Mrs. M. Smith, B.Sc., F.A.C.B.S., B.A., Ed. Mrs. G. Spooner, B.A., T.S.T.C. Mr. J. Taylor, Dip. Elec., Eng. T.T.T.C., B.Ed. Mrs. M. Thom, B.A., Dip.Ed., Dip.Comp., M.A.C.E. Mrs. U. Trigg, B.A., Dip.Ed., LTh., Dip.R.Ed. Mr. J. Van Galen, Elec. Eng. Dip., T.T.T.C. Mrs. A. Warren, B.Sc., A.L.A.A. Mrs. D. Youren, Dip.Bus. Stds., T.T.T.C. Mrs. C. Chealuck, H.T.C. (App.Sci.) (Laboratory Assistant)

Special Subjects Mrs. A. newley — Speech and Drama Mr. D. Cameron — Tennis

Primary Staff Mrs. Y. Fox T.I.T.C. (Head) Mrs. G. Benjamin (Special Education) T.P.T.C., T.Sp. T.C. Mrs. B. Egan, T.I.T.C. Mrs. A. Elliott, B.A. in Education Miss C. Hayes (P/T Music) D.A.I., B.Mus., Grad.Dip. Instr., Grad.Dip.Prim.Teaching. Mrs. B. Lovell, Dip. P.E., T.S.T.C., B.P.E. Mrs. E. Marsland, Dip. Primary Ed. Mrs. E. Ross, N.S.W. Dept. Ed. Cert. Mrs. M. Shoebridge T.I.T.C. Miss J. Svane, Dip. Teaching (Primary) Miss E. Syle, Dip. Teaching (Prim) Mrs. S. Lea-Wood, T.P.T.C., T.Sp.T.C., B.Ed. (Sp.Ed.), M.A.C.E.

Kindergarten Mrs. H. Smith, Directress Dip. K.T.C. Melb. Mrs. J. Carter T.I.T.C. Miss G. O'Connor, Directress of Morongo/Lara Kindergarten, Dip. Teaching I.E.C.D. Mrs. J. Bartle, Kindergarten Assistant Mrs. J. Currie, Kindergarten Assistant Miss P. Matthews — Kindergarten Assistant — Lara

Music Staff Pianoforte: Miss Butler, A.T.C.L., L.T.C.L., L.Mus., M.Mus.A., M.I.M. Mrs. Spratt L.T.C.L, L.Mus., L.RSM, M.I.M. Miss McKenzie B. Mus., L.Mus.A., A.Mus.A. Violin: Mrs. Galloway L.Mus.A., A.Mus.A. 'Cello: Miss Raynor Oboe: Miss Hayes D.A.T., B.Mus., Grad. Dip.lnstr., Grad. Dip.Pri.Teaching Guitar: Mr. Topouzakis Voice: Mr. Newnham B.A., Dip.Ed., L.Mus. Recorder: Mrs. Groeneveld

Valete The Morongo community suffered two sad losses during the year, with the deaths of Mrs. Val Hatch and Mr. Ernie McCann.

Office Staff Mr. H.R. Stewart, B.Comm. A.A.S.A. Mrs. N. Groth Mrs. A. Kelly Mrs. V. MacVean Miss D. Mitchell Mrs. I. Taylor Miss J. Galbraith — Library Clerical Assistant.

Boarding House Staff Mrs. E. Bills — Head of House Mrs. N. Clements Mrs. D. Worlley Mrs. S. Forrest Mrs. B. McGregor Mrs. A. Voce Sister E. Bowman Sister F. Caines

Mrs. Hatch came to Morongo in 1974 as a parttime typing teacher. Since then the tremendous growth in numbers learning commercial subjects has resulted in the Business Studies department being included in the Laird Centre complex: this was due to the enthusiasm and dedication of Mrs. Hatch. Her standing with Geelong employers was high, as they knew the standards that she set, and her reputation as a commercial teacher and coordinator was well acknowledged not only in Geelong, but in Melbourne. She was active in the Victorian Commercial Teachers' Association, and was a member of the VISE H.S.C. Secretarial Studies Standing Committee, which established the present course; she was also on the committee responsible for setting up the Morongo Career Orientation Course. Here at Morongo, Val was interested not only in her own department: in sport she helped to select the senior tennis teams, and was always willing to give a hand with publicity, costumes and props in the drama productions. With her bright, outgoing personality she was able to establish a good rapport with the girls she taught. She was ready to listen to their problems and help and advise them, especially if they were looking for jobs. Her influence as a teacher, as a colleague and as a friend has reached so many of us that she will long be remembered.

General Staff Mrs. J. Ford (Terms 1 & 2) Mrs. I. Halfacre (Term 3) — Manageress Mr. J. Barbagallo — Catering Officer

Mr. Ernie McCann who passed away earlier this year had a long association with the school. He was a member of the Morongo School Council for over 30 years and a chairman for 10 years. However his contribution is not to be measured by length of time alone, but by the interest, support and encouragement given by him to many aspects of school life. His wife and daughters are Old Collegians and some grandchildren now attend the college. Over many years he has had the interests of the school at heart — as a father, grandfather and as a Chairman of Council. The McCann Sports Centre is named in honour of his service to the school. It is with sadness that the school has lost a great supporter, but Morongo has gained from his contribution and his leadership,and this is well recorded and will always be remembered.

School Officials 1985 SCHOOL CAPTAIN SCHOOL VICE CAPTAIN (Head of Boarding House) SPORTS CAPTAIN MUSIC CAPTAIN

Catherine Walsh Louise Aitken Melissa Laidlaw Annalucia Stranieri

HOUSE CAPTAINS ARDENS HARRIS LAWSON ROSLYN VENTERS

Jeni Dodds Fiona Clarke Margaret Lawson Susan Storey Shaunagh McAllister

Boarding House — House Captains McPHEE HEARNE DAVID NEILSON

Alison Shimmin Judith Waugh Catherine Sullivan Jane Phillpot

Standing, L-R: Mr. F O'Neill, F. Clarke, M. Lawson, S. Storey, J. Dodds, S. McAllister, Mr. L. Barker. Sealed: A. Stranieri, C. Walsh, Miss D. Brookshaw, L. Aitken, M. Laidlaw.

School Captain's Report Each year at Morongo is indeed unique, being filled with a wide variety of activities and experiences. 1985 has been no exception! Students who share fully in the life of this school and who take advantage of all that Morongo has to offer will surely find (as I have) that their school days are both stimulating and fulfilling. Throughout the past year, all girls have been given the opportunity to develop their individual talents both through academic avenues and through a wide variety of extra-curricular activities in the fields of Music, Sport and Drama. At Morongo, a balanced education is seen as involving more than just the concentration on academic performance alone. The degree of involvement in these other areas is left to individual choice, but the rewards in terms of personal achievement and enjoyment for those who share fully in all aspects of the life of this school are great. This year has seen the thrills and spills and knotted nerves of the Swimming and Athletic sports. There were surprising changes in the format of the annual Country Fair (remember the Food and Wine Tasting?) Once again the Music & Drama Competitions brought to light unexpected talents, as did the highly successful "Wizard of Oz" production. We also recall the efforts of the many Sports teams, competing to the best of their abilities, and all the music groups who pitted their talents against competitors in the local eisteddfod. As well, social service fund-raising events, camps and school excursions provided opportunities for all students to be involved and to achieve a high standard of performance in the area of their choice. Morongo has given me the chance to experience many aspects of learning both in and out of the classroom, and this year as School Captain has provided a special opportunity to learn about the functioning and organization of the school, as well as allowing me to return in service a little of what the school has given me. To the dedicated and caring staff of Morongo, to Mr. O'Neil and especially to Miss Brookshaw go my sincere thanks for all the help and guidance given during this and every year I've enjoyed at Morongo.

To all girls and fellow prefects, I say thankyou for this year. Keep up the school spirit in everything you do during the rest of your school days and the good experiences you share here will, I am sure, stand you in good stead all the rest of your life. Cathy Walsh

Boarding House Report As we all know, The Mighty Boarders produce some of the finest scholastic, sporting, musical and artistic achievements in the school. Therefore one might call us a great bunch! Yes, Bell Post Hill is occupied by almost 100 talented young ladies — a shining example of the Morongo College Way of Life! We have been united together (some of us by force) and have come from as far as Hong Kong, Africa —and would you believe as close as Geelong? The rurals from the Riverina always add to the scene, persisting in wearing their Driz-a-bones and moleskins. Surely they must forget when they reach civilization. No wonder daybugs (day girls) regard us as the dumb rurals! Having to live, play and study with 100 other girls has many advantages as well as some disadvantages — hence it is necessary to learn to compromise. The boarders involve themselves in a bewildering array of extra-curricular activities, including numerous outings. The traditional boarders picnic this year turned out to be a perfect day. Chicken lunches, surf (?) and sand enjoyed by all and the newcomers beginning to thaw. Some of us attended films at the twin theatre on Saturday nights and even ice-skating expeditions were organized, resulting in a few twisted ankles and bruised bottoms! To continue with our agenda, activities were also held on Sunday afternoons. These included tennis, basketball, lacrosse and mini-athletics competitions. An array of house colours (pink, green, white and yellow) were seen on all occasions and the mascots were always prominent. Rules were practically non-existent, but fun was had by all. Next came the Easter celebrations with a variety of form plays in the Shaw House common. room.. I. think we would have to admit the year 7 and 8's led the field.

Leaving the best until last, I will now move to our Social life!? Accompanied by male friends, the boarders at their dance did not go bush this year, but instead ukuleles (alias Elvis' guitar) could be heard. The smell of zinc cream, palm trees and grass-skirted waitresses were all featured at our Hawaiian Beach Party on September the 14th. Boy, Did we have fun dancing beneath the palms, eating tropical fruit fondus and sipping Mr. Barbagallo's famous punch! With our enthusiastic committee this was a real highlight. The year 12 students leaving Morongo will treasure the memories of life in the Boarding house. Sunbaking in the court, giggling in the dormitories in the wee hours of the morning, mid-night snacks etc, simple pranks and organized events, all adding to the excitement and making us one big happy family. I would like to thank Miss Brookshaw who enthusiastically supports us in every way, the house staff, too, who have cared for us so well-especially Mrs. Bills who has continually encouraged me through-out the year. To Sister Caines and Sister Bowman — thankyou for looking after the sickies, and to our maintenance men, thank you for keeping the garden and houses in top-notch condition. A big thankyou to the kitchen staff under the supervision of Mr. Barbagallo — sometimes not such a rewarding task. I must show my appreciation to the four terrific house captains for their continual support during the year. They certainly have made my task a lot easier. Yes! being a resident of Bell Post Hill is certainly a wonderful experience. You have all put a lot into making Morongo a home away from home. I will miss you, one and all. All the best for 1986 and please uphold the wonderful tradition of the Morongo Mighty Boarders. Best wishes always. Lou Aitken

Boarding House Captains Report "We are the Boarders, the mighty Boarders, We are the Boarders, best by far, You ought to be one of the numbers When you see how good we are". This Boarder's song was taught to all new girls during a trip to the front gate, at a time when all good Boarders should have been in bed. First term's activities showed the continuous enthusiasm and spirit of the Mighty Boarders.The first event saw four promising Davis Cup teams bash it out for No. 1. Two Davidites, Di and Mardi, were Grand Champions aiding David's victory. We moved indoors. Playing volleyball proved to be David's forte though, as did junior billiards. But soon McPhee broke the trend and showed themselves to be future novelty Olympians, as they blindly booted their way into first place. Olympic events of the day were Gumboot Throwing, a sack race, a novelty dress relay and our imaginative dress relay. In the midst of all this sporting activity, the creative side of our Boarders was able to shine as they dressed themselves up in newspaper outfits. The wide variety of categories allowed a Lady at the Races to mix with Snoopy, Witches and some Hawaiian Hula girls. Movie buffs were given a treat in both food and film as the Houses prepared pop corn, toffee and cinnamon toast to consume

while "An Officer and a Gentleman", "The Toy", "Careful He Might Hear You", and other videos enthralled all viewers. Lacrosse which began, and ended, with many uncertainties, showed Neilson and McPhee to be the most able learners as they drew for first place. At last Hearne made it. Their persistent effort throughout the year eventually led them to a victory in the Basketball. Our traditionally final event, the Mini Aths finished an active and enthusiastic year enjoyed by all participants, those especially who were at first unsure of what was meant by 'The Mighty Boarders'. Many thanks must go to Lou Aitken for her continuing support with our activities. Also to Miss Brookshaw, Mrs. Bills and the other enthusiastic house staff for their cooperation and help throughout this year in enabling the Boarders to enjoy their activities. "We're never naughty, just ask the teachers, They'll tell you just how good we are, You ought to be one of the numbers When you see how good we are!" Keep up the Great Spirit! Kitty Sullivan (and The Octopus) Jude Waugh (and The Pink Panther) Alison Shimmin (and The White Rabbit) Jane Phillpot (and Neil)

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Ardens Report 3rd Term 1984

Dear Diary, The new prefects for 1985 were elected to help the present Prefects. This year was the first time to have prefects elect. I can still remember the first house assembly I took — Ahh! Wednesday 6th Feb. 1985

Dear Diary, Well, school has started for yet another year. I know everybody, especially Ardens,has been in training for the Swimming sports!!!. Thursday 7th Feb. 1985

Dear Diary, The first house assembly by myself — help! What would I do without Natasha edging me on? The bottles and parcels for the country fair started to roll in, or maybe I had better say: came trickling in. Monday 11th Feb. 1985

Dear Diary, I was sure I didn't have everything organized, but with the help of Mr. Pingel down at the end of the pool, trying to cope with millions of Ardenites coming towards him, we managed. You guessed it — the swimming trials.

11th Feb. — 20th Feb.

Dear Diary. There were many yellow diving Willies being mass produced for the swimming sports. Thankyou to the girls who did the drawing for me as all of Ardens knows how wonderful I am at drawing (ha! ha!). Wednesday 20th Feb.

Dear Diary, The day that all the house captains had been in a fluster about finally arrived. I wasn't sure whether that was good or bad. But, despite all the worry, Ardens swam down the pool brilliantly to gain first place. Well done,marvellous effort put in by all the houses and a big congratulations must go to Alexia Keats—champion, Fiona Salmon — runner up. Trudi Knight — champion and Ingrid Player — champion. 20th Feb. — 19th April

Dear Diary, Everybody has been preparing for the Morongo Athletic Sports to be held on the 19th April. Again the mass production of little running Willies was going ahead. Monday 22nd April

Dear Diary, Today we saw the athletics. Even though it felt as if we were in the snow, everyone performed to the best of their ability. Ardens ran a great race to come overall fourth with champions and runner ups being Simone Middleton, Sarah Lewis, Andrea Smith and Tracy Chapman. Thankyou,staff and 6th formers who helped me get this far. 12

Monday 27th May

Dear Diary, Everybody came back to school bright and chirpy ready to sing "The Rainbow Connexion". This year the music competitions are to be held on the last day of term instead of at Exeat. Arden's theme began as "Rainbows" but we had to change it to "Sky" as it proved to be very difficult to find a drama piece about Rainbows. After many practices, we finally got everything together [whether it was in a last minute panic or not, I won't say). Thursday 15th Aug.

Dear Diary, Today was the music competitions with Ardens coming fourth. Congratulations must go to every house for such high standard performances. A very big thankyou to Lou, Anna and Katrina, Simone, Adrienne and Pippy. I couldn't

have done any of it without their help. Also Ardens came first in the stamp competition with 76,800. Thankyou to George and Meredith for their continuous collecting and counting. 10th Sept. — 1st Nov.

Dear Diary, It is that time of the year again when the Prefects Elect will soon be taking on their positions. I cannot believe how quickly my year as house captain has gone, let alone my three years here at Morongo. I will always remember how wonderful Ardens has been to me. Thankyou must go to the staff, my committee, the wonderful 6th formers and last, but never least, my Mighty Ardenites. Just one more note before I leave you — "keep seeking wisdom" — forever. Best of luck for the future, keep your heads high and keep smiling. Jeni Dodds [S. Arnie)

Ardens House Colours Term 3 1984 Louise Aitken (re-award) Katrina Bent Adrienne Boccalatte Jeni Dodds Alexia Keats Anna Zinchovschy Catherine Dennis (1/2 colours) Mellisa James (1/2 — full colours) Amanda Manton [1/2 — full colours) Terri-Ann O'Brien (1/2 colours) Fiona Salmon (1/2 colours) Sally Schmitzer (1/2 colours) Andrea Smith (1/2 colours) Tamara White (1/2 colours)

Term 2 1985 Louise Aitken (re-re-award) Katrina Bent (re-award) Christine Hawkins Anna Zinchovschiy (re-award)

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Harris House Colours Term 3 1984 Fiona Clarke Emma Gill Penelope Poulston Annette Stewart Catherine Walsh [re-award) Sharnie Bramwell (1/2 colours) Susan Hiscock [1/2 colours) Jane Matlock (1.'2 colours) Tracey Selleck (' 2 colou rs) Deidre Stewart [1/2 — full colours) Kerri Walker (1/2 coluors) Fiona Jeffrey (1,2 colours) Rachael Vrady [1, 2 colours) Term 2 1985 Narelle McNeill .Helen Menzel Catherine Walsh re-re-award)

Lawson House Report To the tune of the "Mickey Mouse Club" song: Come along and sing our song It's Lawson House for me L-A-W-S-0-N, Best on land and sea, Lawson House (Lawson House) Lawson House (Lawson House) Forever may our House the Winner Be! Come along and sing our song It's Lawson House for me L-A-W-S-0-N, Best on land and sea!!

The year began, as everyone tried to learn the Lawson House Song in time for the Swimming Sports. These were held very early in the year, but even by then everyone was well into the swing of things, and I knew it was going to be a great year for Lawson!! There were some fantastic efforts put into the Swimming Sports, particularly Fiona Robertson (17/0 Champion), Lisa Stevenson (U/14 Runnerup) and Melinda Stevenson (U/1 2 Champion). We came 4th place overalll which was a really good effort. The collecting of Mystery Bottles and Parcels was earlier than usual this year,since the Country Fair was on March 3rd. I would like to thank and congratulate all the girls who helped Lawson in collecting a record-breaking total of 170 bottles and gaining 1st place! (Thanks, Kitty for your contribution!) The most exciting event which took place for Lawson in term one was the Athletic Sports. Due to a great team effort Lawson came 1st!!! Congratulations to everyone and especially to Fiona Robertson (17/0 Runner-up), Jane Phillpot (U/1 7 Runner-up), Bridget McGrath (U/1 5 Runner-up), Maisie Yu (U/13 Runner-up) and Kristie Eales (U/12 Runner-up). I would also like to thank everyone who helped in the organisation and the Lawson Cheer Squad. The second Social Service effort for the year was the collecting of stamps. In 1st term we held an Inter-House competition (to boost our collecting), congratulations to those individual winners. This definitely helped our total and when the stamp competition ended on the last day of term 2 we found out the good news that Lawson had come a great 2nd place! Thanks to everyone who contributed, particularly Jude Waugh, Kitty Sullivan and Rosebud Yu for their hours of patiently counting stamps.

Lawson House Colours Term 3 1984 Melissa Laidlaw Margaret Lawson Jane Phillpot [re-award] Fiona Robertson (re-award) Annalucia Stranieri Catherine Sullivan Judith Waugh (re-award) Angela Callan (1/2 colours) Claire Donachie (1/2 — full colours) Kate Emerson (1/2 colours) Suzanne Lawson (1/2 colours) Tari Ledo (v2 colours) Kathryn Spargo (1/2 colours) Jo-anne Stanley [1/2 colours)

Term 2 1985

Second term also brought about, once more, the Music/Drama Competitions. Lawson spent the term with Mickey Mouse and all his friends in Disneyland (he definitely must now be our favourite cartoon character!). Our voices and acting talent were finally ready to perform on the last day of term two. It was a very enjoyable day and Lawson performed brilliantly (despite my nervousness) — and we came 1st!!! Special thanks must go to Anna Stranieri, Jude Waugh, Kitty Sullivan and Claire Donachie (Tinkerbell) for their constant help.

Melissa Laidlaw [re-award) Jane Phillpot (re-re-award) Marnee Stinton Annalucia Straneri (re-award) Catherine Sullivan [re-award) Judith Waugh (re-re-award)

Thanks must go to the Lawson Staff who have guided and encouraged everyone throughout the year. I am not able to express my thanks enough to all the Lawson Year 1 2's, who helped me endlessly throughout this year — you are all fantastic! Finally, well done to all Lawson girls, you have put in a great effort this year— it is you who make the House what it is!! Never forget what I always say — "LAWSON IS THE GREATEST HOUSE" Margaret Lawson

"Like sands through the hour-glass, so are the lives of ROSLYNITES". We began 1985 with an enormous amount of energy and spirit. The first week we began getting our swimmers into tip-top condition, for the Swimming Sports were not far away. Cheering was one of our specialties, as we encouraged our teams through the water with our "Chunga Rooney Tangaroo" chant. This proved to be our advantage, gaining us a fabulous second placing. Special congratulations must go to Nerida Anderson and Katrina Appleton for their outstanding performances on becoming champions of their age group. From swimming we went to collecting bottles, which brought in quite a variety of objects; some being not quite what we expected! However, we did manage a fine effort. Speaking about fine efforts, that's exactly what made our Athletics Sports so successful. Our sixth formers were great as they directed people to and from events, with a few practices in team

events set up on the side-line. Thanks must go to them all, and everyone in the house for involvement and co-operation. Pale blue was our appearance for this sporting occasion and I must say we looked the part. All those who participated made a mighty effort and brought us into second place. Congrats go to Monica van der Wilk, Sue Shimmin and Michelle Douglas for their outstanding performances on the track and field. Still at a running pace, we began our many-timesto-be-repeated, music practices. Our theme — "Love and Marriage", did turn out to be exciting when I noticed a couple of girls bobbing to the rhythm. This resulted in an excellent idea for the front row, along with a few musical instruments added. Smiles and even laughter filled our lunchtime practices. These, I must add, were conducted by Kate, with Heather on the piano, both doing an excellent and — from my point of view — relieving job. Our music and drama (which also gave everyone a laugh) overall was excellent and gained us a placing of third. Over the year our stamp collection was steadily rising, as mostly everyone participated by adding their stamps each week. Fourth place was where we ended, however there certainly was an enormous number of stamps, bundled in thousands! Well, a successful year has nearly ended without any disappointment, so remember our motto: "We are judged by our deeds". Best of luck for the future. Sue Storey

Roslyn House Colours Term 3 1984 Carolyn Budge (re-award) Leanne Freeman Kate Goldsworthy Nicky Metcalfe [re-award) Kate Royal (re-award) Alison Shimmin (re-award) Susan Storey Georgina Bone ( 1/2 — full colours) Barbara McKie (1/2 — full colours) Kim Douglas (1/2 colours) Elise Fayers (1/2 colours) Susan Shimmin (1/2 colours) Kate Weaver (1/2 colours)

Term 2 1985 Heather Gibson Katherine Goldsworthy (re-award) Katherine Royal (re-re-award) Alison Shimmin (re-re-award)

Venters House Report The four walls of the Morongo AV room quivered with excitement on the first morning we all bustled in at the beginning of 1985. There were many new and eager suntanned faces who were greeted with the usual warm Venters smile. All were ready to begin training for the dreaded Swimming Sports (this has never been our forte.) On the 20th February we all dived .swam and sank! to our best ability, and although we gained 5th place, our house spirit, chants and warcries were in Al condition. Congrats must go to our two runnersup, Simone Harvey (U/13) and Fi Lillie (U/16) who put in a gold medal effort. It wasn't long before our efforts were diverted to the Bottle Competition where "1,000's" of bottles, in all shapes and sizes began streaming in. However, owing to the fact that no-one's parents owned a chemist shop, we only managed a minor placing, but a fine effort by all anyway. Term one came to a close with the Athletics Sports and it was here that we intended to show our true colours. After the annual cancellation and my family's late nights cutting up little blue bunnies, we were finally given the chance to pound the turf. The wind was behind us as we sped to a convincing 3rd placing with our gold medalists this time being Fleur McAllister (U/16) and Sandra Walpole (U/17), as age champions. All the while "truck-loads" of stamps were rolling in, with Maria and Viv's rooms looking like a battle ground — thanks must go to them for collecting, as well as the Years 7, 8, 9 and 10 boarders who helped to count all 56,000. Not an easy feat!! Thanks heaps. We gained another 3rd place.

Venters House Colours Term 3 1984 Jennifer Bourke Maria Costoya Sophie Edwards Shaunagh McAllister Wendy Venters Sandra Walpole Christine Black (1/2 colours) Fiona Lillie (1/2 — full colours) Meredith Millard (1/2 — full colours) Susan Watson (1/2 — full colours) Fleur McAllister (1/2 colours) Nicole Marshman (1/2 colours) Genevieve Scott (1/2 colours) Term 2 1985 Sandra Walpole [re-award)

Term two began in true Venters style-chaos-but it wasn't long before we were all singing like angels-(well, not quite.) Our theme for the Music and Drama Competitions this year was, "AND ALL THAT JAZZ" in which we really showed the other houses what we were made of. "Welcome to the Club" was our full house choir song, and I must say ably led by our bobbing 1920's conductress, Sophie Edwards - thanks,Soph. We then had everyone in stitches when Squizzy Taylor and his thugs took the floor, as we performed a brilliantly written play (by Kathy Robinson) which incorporated the small group song, "It Aint Necessarily So", (and gave us a chance to see Meredith Millard's other side!!!) We finished the day being placed only four points behind first place - (congrats, Lawson) but a fine effort and heaps of fun was had by all.

Having had the privilege of leading such a talented, friendly house must surely have been the highlight of my four busy years at Morongo, and I especially thank all the fantastic VENTERS girls and staff who have assisted me in carrying out a not-soeasy job. Thanks must also go to all of the other house captains and their houses. Farewell and good luck to a house who knows the meaning of "it's not whether you win or lose - it's how you play the game that counts". All my love and friendship. Shaunagh McAllister 21

Social Service Report This year, as in the past, Morongo has contributed generously to social service efforts. The year began with Year 12 holding a 'Head of the Oval' boat race and stall. The girls and staff raised $126 and really set the scene for what was to be a great year for fund raising events. Several stalls were held throughout terms one and two, including Year 10 flower stall at the Country Fair and Year 9 Hot Dog Stall on Athletics Day. However, the most popular stall was the Year 11 International Luncheon stall held over 2 weeks. Year 8 made a tremendous effort for social service and raised over $500 through a skip-a-thon and engraving of personal articles. The school's annual casual day was held in June and $107 was collected and forwarded to Cottage by the Sea. Legacy Badge day resulted in the sale of 200 badges within the school. Many students participated in the 'Walk against Want' by either walking, fasting, canoeing or cycling marked courses, and thus a large contribution to a worthy cause was possible. Money raised throughout the year was sent to the R.S.P.C.A., Red Cross, Salvation Army and Country Fire Authority, with the most popular being the Cottage by the Sea. Throughout the year stamps streamed in to all five houses with a total of 238,573 stamps being collected for Red Cross. Through the cleaning of these, by patients. Red Cross are able to resell as used stamps with the money raised helping their funds. Thanks go to Miss Brookshaw and Mrs. Macvean for their help and support throughout the year. Finally I would like to extend my appreciation to all girls who participated in, or contributed to, social service efforts throughout the year and to encourage the same enthusiasm in 1986. Diana Lewi

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Social Service Diana Lewi

Sports Report 1985 The first term of 1985 welcomed back Mrs. Paget and the new P.E. staff member, Miss Grouse. The convoy of buses going to Norlane Pool was the first sign of the Morongo sporting life coming back into action of '85. Calmly, the house captains and myself rushed through the swimming trials in the first week of school which were closely followed by the actual sports. Again Ardens were victorious over Roslyn 2nd, Harris 3rd, Lawson 4th and Venters 5th. Congratulations to all swimmers and supporters, especially the individual champions and runners up. The school swimming squad was then selected. Captained by Alexia Keats and Fiona Robertson they once again proved to be too strong for the competing schools in Geelong. By the time the Melbourne Competition had arrived the squad was less successful with placings but their enthusiasm was maintained. Baseball and Tennis teams were then quickly formed with all Years participating. The tennis coaches, the late Mrs. Hatch, Mrs. Forbes and Mrs. Paget, finally narrowed down the large number of girls trying out and led by Kate Goldsworthy and Fiona Robertson, they had a very successful season. Mr. Seaton and Miss Grouse ably coached the baseball teams which were just as ably led by Jude Waugh and Kate Royal. The home runs were plentiful as were their wins at both round robins and after school matches. Rowing also commenced early in the year with crews training both at dawn and dusk down the Barwon. Filled with pride of the new racing boat, 'The Dulcie Brookshaw', the six crews, led by Sandra Walpole, rowed with strength and determination. The highlights of the season were competing in the first Head of the Schoolgirls Regatta in Ballarat and the National Rowing Championships. After swimming sports the Athletic sports were in preparation. The trials were held on the one day this year, to relieve the House captains of the Wednesday afternoon traumas. After the traditional cancellation due to rain the sports got under way with a fine performance by everyone. Whether it was in running, jumping or throwing, the effort was notable. Lawson were visibly thrilled with their first place and were followed by Roslyn, Venters, Ardens and Harris. Congratulations to the individual champions and runners up on a great performance. Kardinia Park came alive towards the end of first term as many Netball teams flocked there to prove their ability. Ten of those teams were from Morongo and were made up of girls of varying

ages. Led by Penny Paton and Fiona Robertson, every team kept up their spirits throughout the long season and seven teams played in the finals. Teams 2 and 4 showed their style by becoming premiers while teams 5 and 6 just missed out and were runners up. Congratulations to all who participated, both coaches, players and especially to those awarded the Best and Fairest or runners up. The hockey season also began in late first term. Four teams, led by Jane Phillpot and Alison Shimmin, entered the Stead Park competition this year — one A grade, one AR grade and two C Grade. With speed, skill and supremacy the four teams challenged all who dared and maintained their physical fitness throughout the lengthy season.The AR's and 3rd's will compete in the finals. Second term welcome a new member of the P.E. staff, Mrs. Mays; Mrs. Paget had left us to try her hand at motherhood. Miss Grouse returned to suprise us, with the news of her engagement to a certain member of the Highton Grammar P.E. staff. The cold and wet weather set in, making the round robins rather sloppy — for the seniors especially. Both the netball and hockey players persevered and played to the best of their ability—with varying results. Plenty of food was consumed on the bus trips to P.L.C. to ensure that no weight was lost after such a strenuous day of sport. Early in the term the staff dared to challenge a veteran baseball team who managed the extra large baseball quite well. The match extended into fifth lesson giving the staff the chance to catch up the large margin and finally to win 7-6. A volleyball team of Ancient Romans also invited the staff to a friendly volleyball match later in 2nd term. The Romans' attire became quite a hindrance and the staff won 3 games to 1. Speaking (or writing) of volleyball, three teams competed against other Geelong schools at Sacred Heart every Thursday afternoon during 2nd term. They trained hard and had a very enjoyable time with mixed results. Mid 2nd term brought the news of the arrival of Scott Anthony Paget. Congratulations to Mr. & Mrs. Paget and our best wishes for their future life as parents. Basketball was another big feature of 2nd term with 5 teams formed this year. Every Wednesday night, matches were played against Geelong Grammar with very pleasing results. Numerous lay ups were practised on a Monday and Tuesday afternoon with the help of the coaches, Barry and Gary the fireman. Miss Grouse has initiated a Gym club this year for Year 7 & B girls wishing to improve their gymnastic skills. With the aid of new equipment this club has been very successful.

Fencing was another prominent sport with girls taking lessons and participating in competitions. Our 'A' team won the Victorian School Fencing Championships with the 'B' team finishing 4th. An excellent achievement. Third term brings with it cricket, athletics, baseball, tennis and the Cross Country — which will again involve many girls.Another busy term but an enjoyable one I am sure. My final year at Morongo could not have been happier spent than as Sports Captain. I feel fortunate to have had such dedicated and friendly people to work with throughout the year. For this I sincerely thank Miss Grouse, Mrs. Paget, Mrs. Mays and Mrs. Lovell—their guidance and support has been invaluable; Miss Brookshaw — my four years here have seen her growing interest in sport and for her encouragement and support I am grateful; finally, the sports committee and team captains and coaches, who have been there in moments of crises. Thanks also to the ground staff for keeping the grounds in top condition and for repairing the odd thing in the gym. To the Boarding House Staff, congratulations and thankyou for getting the Boarders fed and to their matches on time! Congratulations must also go to every girl who took part in any sporting activity for upholding the team spirit and friendliness for which Morongo is renowned. I guarantee you will see me on the side lines cheering you on often next year. Look after my favourite bears and remember, sport is a fun way to keep trim and healthy — it sure beats dieting! Melissa Laidlaw

Tennis Report Someone once said of tennis: "Once the feel of the racket has been impressed on the muscles of the striking arm, and its action imprinted on the nerve paths, the player seldom escapes from the experience. He doesn't want to. The sensation is too pleasurable". I think this is very true, and hope many at Morongo share the experience. 1985 has been an active year for tennis at Morongo. Our captains and vice-captains included Sarah Smythe and Michelle Douglas for Yr. 7 & 8, Sue Shimmin and Fiona Salmon for Yr. 9 & 10, myself and Fiona Robertson for Yr. 11 & 12. Our results included Yr. 11 & 12 placed third in their round-robin at P.L.C., Yr. 7 & 8 placed second in their round-robin at P.L.C., Yr. 9 & 10 having the misfortune (or

fortune?) of being washed out on the day of their round-robin, which Morongo hosted. Actually Yr. 9 & 10 were winning until then! Our injuries included one broken hip belonging to Louisa Maegher, which is well on the way to healing now — that is providing Louisa stays away from tennis courts which seem to have a bad influence on her! Our coaches included Mrs. Forbes, Mrs. Paget and the late Mrs. Hatch who helped greatly to organize tennis at Morongo in 1985. Congratulations to all winners and participants in the third term tennis tournament, and I wish all Morongo tennis fans the best in the future. Kate Goldsworthy

SENIOR TENNIS A TEAM Back Row (L-R): V. Cleland, C. Terrier, C. Bett, G. Jervis.

Seated (L-R): P. Paton, K. Goldsworthy (Capt.), F. Robertson (V. Capt.), F. Clarke.

SENIOR TENNIS B TEAM Back Row (L-R): D. Lewi, M. Stinton, G. Bell, P. Denahy, K. Griffin, F. Turner. Seated (L-R): D. Stewart, J. Dodds, G. Mitton, L. Meagher. 25

Baseball Report The season of 1985 began with the veterans and some "nearly" veteran Morongo baseballers venturing out onto the field for possibly their last or even second last year of Morongo baseball. This was on the 14th of February. When some of those veterans crawled out of bed the next day /their shoulders and arms felt the strain of their first training, for quite some time. Our middle-aged fitness fanatics began their season on the 1 Bth of February. (They weren't as skilled as the experienced veterans, of course, but they hadn't been in the game as long) Their muscles were slightly less sore the next day. First training for the younger members was on the 20th of February. It didn't take long for these juniors to develop their skills and their enthusiasm showed in their success. Of course training improved for the veterans under the watchful eye of Mr. Seaton who soon had them on top of their game once again. Many practice games were held throughout the beginning of first term against arch — local rivals,Geelong Grammar. The intermediate teams were the first to face the competition from the other schools and although they played well, captained by Fleur McAllister and Sally Anne Menke, in the A team and Sarah Callan and Jodie Lewis in the B team, unforeseen circumstances, ie rain, stopped play after only two rounds. A disappointing end for these teams.

The two veteran and "nearly" veteran teams, captained by Jude Waugh and Kate Royal in the A's and Tracey Chapman and Kate Emmerson in the B's, were next in line, travelling to Melbourne on March 23rd. (It was difficult for some of the older members to drag themselves out of bed but everyone made it eventually). The results for the day were the A team coming equal fourth and the B's fifth. The Juniors, who had spent a lot of time polishing up skills, faced the competition on April 13th. For the A team captained by Sarah McCracken and Kirsten Dawkins this unlucky 13 did not prove disastrous,as they came out second overall, which was a great effort. The B team, captained by Monika van der Wilk and Sophie Plumridge, batted and fielded their way into 5th place. The veterans' final appearance was made on 6th of June when they faced the staff. Unfortunately this "tough" competition and time lapse proved too much for them as the staff ran out winners 76. Before we finish we would like to thank Mr. Seaton for being such a great coach and giving us the initiative to strive which was needed, and Miss Grouse for her time and effort spent with the Intermediate and Junior teams. Also to Miss Brookshaw we would like to express our thanks for her continued support of baseball throughout the years. Finally to all those budding baseballers, best of luck for your future years at Morongo — play hard and keep up the great spirit. Jude Waugh and Kate Royal

BASEBALL A TEAM Back Row (L-R): J. Phillpot, C. Walsh, N. Metcalfe, A. Shimmin. Seated (L-R): M. Laidlaw, G. Norton, J. Waugh (Capt.), K. Royal (V. Capt.), L. Daher. (B Team photograph on page 30) 26

Hockey Report We (the mighty boarders) began the season with some great hockey spirit, with a great number of enthusiastic Morongo girls displaying their hockey finesse. The teams were finally chosen for the 1985 season. Practices for the 1st and 2nds were on Thursday nights and the 3rds and 4ths on Tuesdays. Once again the round robins were held at P.L.C.for the Seniors and Juniors,and at Geelong Grammar for the Intermediates. We had times of success and some unlucky losses, but overall all teams enjoyed themselves and tried their hardest. The seniors came 2nd overall, the Intermediates 4th and the Juniors came 5th overall. Well done.

Some people discovered new skills and ways of staying fit. A percentage of us may have encountered some nasty bruising, but all the players withstood the pain and displayed a great deal of dedication. The teams owe their thanks to the coaches Mr. Ingham, Miss G. Richardson, Miss B. Richardson and Miss Grouse. After all, how could we have achieved as much as we have without them? Best of luck in the future with one of the most popular sports at Morongo. Congratulations to those who reached the finals. Remember always try your best and keep the Morongo spirit at its peak. Lots of luck, Jane Phillpot (Captain) Alison Shimmin (Vice-Captain)

HOCKEY A TEAM Back Row (L-R): A. Russell, A. Manton, S. Walpole, C. Walsh, S. Shimmin, J. Dodds, L. Daher.

Seated (L-R): M. Laidlaw, J. Jordan, J. Phillpot (Capt.), A. Shimmin (V. Capt.), C. Donachie.

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HOCKEY B TEAM Back Row (L-R): S. Berger, M. Millard, N. Metcalfe, K. Robinson, F. Turner, G. Scott, S. Menke.

Seated (L-R): K. Goldsworthy, S. McAllister, J. Waugh (Capt.), A. Keats, E. Ferris, K. Bray. 27

Netball Report (Whistle) "Stepping, Green!" (Whistle) "Contact, Green!" (Whistle) "Playing you own ball, Green!". These were familiar phrases when the ten Mornogo teams first braved the slightly warm weather, to begin what was going to be a long season, in the YWCA Saturday Netball Competition. The determination and good spirit of the girls in green began to flare within weeks. With the leadership of other team captains, Fiona Lillie, Nicole Graham, Audrey Lim, Virginia Dickson, Sharon Hockley, Kate Lillie,Jackie Hedley, Melissa Kellet and Ingred Player, our teams began to give Kardinia Park a taste of real defeat. (We were all pleased to see the whistle being blasted at the opposition a bit more, instead of us all the time!) The women (and men) in white, came to realise that the Morongo style was pure talent and skill, and with: "Advantage, Play on, Green" and "Green Goal, Green Centre"— being called out to us on a regular basis, 7 out of the 10 teams managed a place in the finals, 4 teams in the Grand Final, and Teams 2 and 4 were victories on the day. Congratulations must go to Fiona Lillie for coming runner-up in the Best and Fairest Award, and

Melissa Kellett & Audrey Lim for taking the honours, in their respective grades. But the action doesn't stop there — Morongo netballers are never confined to the courts at Kardinia Park. Teams from Years 7-12 competed in the annual Round Robins held at P.L.C. and Geelong Grammar, showing mixed results. (ie some teams being placed first overall, others in fifth position). All girls tried particularly hard in these events — even with the thought of playing a normal Saturday match, back in Geelong. Our annual trip to Royal Park, Melbourne, was undertaken again this year, for the Victorian Schoolgirls Netball Championships. Three teams from Morongo competed, in Senior, Intermediate and Junior sections. All girls showed great enthusiasm, but were unfortunate in finding some very tough opposition. Gaining experience in that high standard of netball was pleasing and also valuable for our future play. With the help of our coaches, Mrs. Hocking, Mrs. Mays, Miss Smith, Miss Blake, and Mrs. Goodwin, Morongo has had great success in netball this year. Also, thankyou to the parents and friends who often came to support our budding stars. Best of luck for 1986. Penny Paton

NETBALL A TEAM Back Row (L-R): G. Parks, K. Vagg, C. Black, J. Lowry, A. Callan. Seated (L-R): K. Royal, P. Paton (Capt.), F. Robertson (V. Capt.), F. Clarke.

(Netball B Team photograph on page 30)

Basketball Report Basketball began in Term Two with many girls testing their ability for the first time. Training began early in the season, and the more experienced girls were able to show others the basic rules and skills of the game. Although we saw some quite "awkward" techniques at first, most girls are now beginning to master the game! In the past years, teams have consisted of players of the same standard, playing together. This year we have four teams, with girls of various standards in each. This has enabled a more even competition, and all girls are able to enjoy the game without having a total thrashing! A fifth team of the Year 10 Boarders has also entered the competition.

Prior to this year, basketball has been confined to the boarders, but the inclusion of a number day girls has shown the increasing popularity of basketball in the school. Overall the season has been a very successful one, with all teams showing great results. Finals are approaching soon, and it is expected that our five teams will be competing in these. Congratulations must go to "Barry and Gary", Cathy Walsh and Jane Phillpot for their excellent efforts in coaching us all. Also thanks to Miss Grouse for organising the competition. Good luck for 1986, and keep on dribbling! (?) Penny Paton

BASKETBALL TEAMS 5th Row: Morongo Yellow 4th Row: Morongo Red 3rd Row: Morongo Green 2nd Row: Morongo Blue Seated Row: Morongo 10's

STOP PRESS: STOP PRESS: Finals results:— A Grade, Morongo Blue defeated Geelong Grammar B. Grade, Morongo Red defeated Morongo 10's.

Volleyball Report "Would all those girls playing volleyball please meet outside the gym promptly at 3.30". This notice was a familiar sight during term two on the bulletin every Thursday for all of the volleyball enthusiasts of Morongo in years 10, 11 and 12. Three Morongo teams were daring enough to challenge Sacred Heart and Clonard in a volleyball round robin for five weeks. Each team performed well and girls showed promise in skill acquisition. Unfortunately for Morongo, the Sacred Heart and Clonard teams were too strong for us, but team

three did manage to take a one — nil lead over Sacred Heart, but this was to no avail as Sacred Heart came back with a vengance to win the set three — one. On the final ladder Morongo teams 1 and 2 came equal last whilst Morongo 3 came fourth, which was a good effort. Finally, thanks must go to Mrs. Mays for her consistent help and guidance. Good luck to all future volleyball teams. Jayne Cooper

NETBALL B TEAM

Back Row (L-R): S. Watson, B. Campbell, B. Anderson, G. Bone. Seated (L-R): S. Dunn, F. Lillie (Capt.), K. Emerson (V. Capt.), T. Chapman.

SENIOR BASEBALL B TEAM Back Row (L-R): W. Kanawattanakul, D. Morgan, B. Campbell, J. Patterson, G. Parks, R. Boyd, J. Wynn. Seated (L-R): C. Sullivan, C. Carnegie, T. Chapman (Capt.), K. Emerson, N. Troup. 30

Rowing Report Rowing at Morongo is undoubtedly one of the fastest growing sports in the school. The 1984/85 season has seen some exciting developments which have given extra encouragement to everyone taking part. The number of crews competing has risen from three to six, and we are now the proud owners of four carbon-fibre oars and a racing boat christened the 'Dulcie Brookshaw' after our principal who shows a keen interest in rowing at Morongo. Leading up to the two main regattas in Ballarat, Morongo crews competed on the Wimmera, Maribyrnong, Yarra and Barwon rivers, having their fair share of success. The 'Head of the Schoolgirls regatta' gave all six crews a chance to race in what turned out to be an exciting days rowing. A

chance for our oarswomen to really prove themselves came with the National Rowing Championships on Lake Wendouree, Ballarat. Despite difficult conditions our rowers competed bravely and well, gaining valuable experience from rowing against such a high level of competition. So ended a very busy season. The dedicated coaches: Mr. Marks, Mary Renouf, Christine Lyons, Bill Searle, and John Elliot — kept the crews in good form, and Corio Bay Rowing Club kindly supplied the extra boats needed. A special thanks must go to rowing co-ordinator, Mr. Marks, who has made it possible for so many girls to pursue the sport. Remember — If you don't row, you don't rate! Good catches Sandra Walpole

1st ROWING CREW

(L-R): S. Storey, S. Walpole, M. James, F. Lillie, S. McAllister.

2nd ROWING CREW (L-R): C. Black, K. Robinson, C. Donachie, K. Douglas. G. Scott.

Swimming Report Welcome amphibious creatures and landlubbers diving into the swimming report so you haven't missed out on all the action! Down by the pool things began moving soon in preparation to obliterate our opponents at Geelong Grammar. Well, our tactics certainly worked (as did our cleverly concealed Mixmaster propellors), the outcome being: 5. Corio Tech 66, 4. Geelong College 67, 3. Geelong Grammar 100, 2. Sacred Heart 108, 1. MORONGO 130. On the 21st March we piled into the bus once more for Melbourne.Due to unforeseen circumstances (our secret aids being clogged by cake) the talented team could not attain similar results to before. However we still returned full of pride knowing we were the best looking team in the water, due to the latest-look bathers we acquired. The results were: 6. Morongo 276, 5. Geelong Grammar 346, 4. M.C.C.G.G.S. 5161/2, 3. P.L.C. 5361/2 , 2. Toorak 572, 1. M.L.C. 580. Thanks to Mrs. Paget for her assistance and to all supporters who risked their lungs at the poolside and good luck to all future 'mean machines' for next year. Alexia Keats & Fiona Robertson

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Art & Craft

Camilla Speirs Yr. 8

Rania Baroud

Art Work Pages 33 and 34. Jane Philipot

1. Andrea Duff Yr. 12 2. Glenda Parks Yr. 12 3. Louise Aitken Yr. 12 4. Fiona Clarke Yr. 12 5. Adrienne Boccalatte Yr. 12 6. Narelle McNeill Yr. 12 7. Sarah Harris Yr. 7 8. Ingrid Player Yr. 7 Lisa Kelly Yr. 7 9. V. Dickson Yr. 9 V. Millard Yr. 9 L. Abikhair Yr. 9 K. Ford Yr. 9 J. Payne Yr. 9 S. Rush Yr. 9

Samantha Spry Yr. 11

Music Report 'Music can stimulate or soothe the mind, help towards a wide education or, at least, a wider mental perspective. It can greatly plough the mind so that it will be more receptive to the seeds of learning.' Music at Morongo this year has once again proved to be most fruitful due to the enthusiasm and talent of the music students and the continual dedication of the music teachers. As soon as school began the Pettitt music centre was alive with the sweet sounds of singers to pianists to cellists. Many girls were as eager as ever to be a part of the music of Morongo which was apparent by the number of girls who auditioned for the various choirs, the orchestra and small ensemble groups which were formed throughout the year. Auditions for our school production this year—The Wizard of Oz — promptly began, and its great success was due to the tremendous time and effort dedicated towards it by so many members of the school.

First term not only included a lunch time concert where girls could display their individual musical talents to the rest of the school, but also a session with two eminent Melbourne musicians who played the organ and harpsichord for interested music students. As second term progressed the interest in music from Morongo students became delightfully apparent with the senior and junior school taking part in many activities — such as the Geelong Schools Music Festival — not directly connected with the school. A performance by the Cedarville Singers again this year was greatly appreciated. The 1985 Cafe Concert was next on our agenda and was, like last year's, a great success. Only Bach and Hardel pieces were performed, and included solo performances from Morongo staff and students, the madrigal choir, the senior choir, our school orchestra and various ensemble groups. The evening gave staff and students a chance to perform together in a not too formal atmosphere which everyone thoroughly enjoyed. Second term was especially exciting for the Madrigal Choir and some members of the Senior Choir as we were given the chance to sing in the foyer of the Melbourne Concert Hall. We attracted a considerable crowd as we sang amidst such splendour and it will indeed be an occasion not easily forgotten. The last musical activity for the term was the music/drama competitions. Much time was dedicated to making it a worthwhile event with pleasing comments made by the adjudicators on the standard. Third term will also prove to be a hectic one as many Morongo musicians will compete in various sections of the Geelong Eisteddfod, whether it be as part of a choir, the orchestra, or as soloist. Music can become a very important part of anyone's life, this being directly displayed by the number of girls involved with music at Morongo. Hopefully, the experience everyone gains during their school lives will encourage them to further their musical knowledge after leaving school. 1985 has been a very successful year concerning music and it would not have been possible without the encouragement and dedication displayed by Mrs. Martin. Sincere thanks should also go to the music committee for their involvement and example and to all involved in music for the enthusiasm they have shown. 'Music education in one's youth forms and regulates inclinations to applaud and embrace the noble and the generous; to observe decorum, temperance and regularity'. Anna Stranieri

The School Orchestra

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The Senior Choir

Music A.M.E.B. Examination Results April 1985

September/October 1984 Y.11i1C. Fifth

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E. Compton P. Kilty S. Plumridge

R. Bufton J. Moodie

A. Boccalatte K. Royal

G. Ambrose K.A. Cook

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M. Bufton V. Hedley N. Morrison S. Petty

pianoforte Preliminary

C. Campbell

Second N. Anderson S.A. Kaiser F. Leonard L. Turner

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Third K.A. Cook C. Millard

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M. Douglas V. Millard

N. Adamson K. Royal

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Fourth

K. Bray M. Douglas

S. Harris J. McKie

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Sixth

N. Graham A. McVean

S. Edwards

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'Cello Fifth

C. Black C. Dixon A. Stranieri

Seventh C. Black H. Menzel C. Wong

Fourth M. Millard C. Wong

F. Salmon

Fourth G. Ambrose S. Bothroyd N. Graham B. McKie J. McKie H. Smurthwaite

M. Millard

Fifth

Flute

A. Stranieri

First C. Plumridge

Third J. Schram

Fifth J. Davey

The Choir at Rehearsal

H. Clark

S. Collins S.A. Kaiser U. Woods

Third

M. Lawson B. Noble H. Smurthwaite

Forth

Exchange Student In January 1984,1 left Tullarmarine airport, anxious to reach my new home for the next 12 months — India. The first week was probably the hardest time to adjust to the Indian way of life; but with the help of my enthusiastic host parents, I soon became one of the family. I was hosted in a town called Vijayawada which is situated in the South Eastern State of Ardhra Pradesh. Vijayawada is not a very big town in comparison to some of the larger cities, like Calcutta and Bombay. It has a population of 500,000 and is probably less than half the size of Geelong. During my stay in Jijayawada I was hosted by seven families who were all members of the Rotary Club of Vijayawada. Each family was different in traditional customs, food and even language. As each state has its own language English is used in most cases as the common language. Therefore, I had no great difficulty. Even so, I still learnt enough of the state's language — "Telegu" to be able to converse with people.

number of small villages. Through this experience I was able to see the vast differences found throughout India. There are many different customs, foods, religions and languages which determine the individual character of each state. Yet, the most beneficial part of my exchange was the strong bonds I formed with my host families. Each family made me feel very welcome, and each taught me the many different aspects of Indian life — from eating hot fried chillies to learning many of the religious customs. Exchange is not an easy twelve months, but it is something which I will always look back on with a lot of hapy memories, of my families, friends and foster home — India. Simone Stewart

"Small Wonder!" On the 16th of September, Year 7 and some of the grades from the Junior School all piled into buses, and were shunted off in the direction of the Geelong Performing Arts Centre. We arrived and were quickly pushed in the direction of the Ford Theatre. After quickly being seated with best friends beside and enemies in front we were ready for the marionette performance "Small Wonders". When I first saw the marionettes, I thought that they looked so real that I had to look all over the stage to make sure that the puppeteer was really there. I loved the way the marionettes moved, looking so very real with their legs, arms and mouths. For awhile I completely forget about the puppeteer, and if it wasn't for the shine of his shoe or a shiny button I would have overlooked him altogether. The puppets acted as if they had a mind of their own instead of being controlled by another mind.

While I lived in Vijayawada I was expected to attend school. The schooling system is quite different in India. Students attend High School from year one to year ten, then continue to college, which is from Year 11 to the final year of a degree course. I attended the Year 12 class while at College, where I was given the opportunity to make a lot of friends from all different castes and classes. All the girls were very friendly and as most of them had never set eyes on a westerner they were all very eager to question me about Australia. In the summer months I was able to travel most of India with two other Rotary Exchange Students from Australia. We travelled mostly by train and bus and visited a number of large cities and also a

Later on as the programme progressed I felt a greater appreciation for the puppeteer. His hands were so quick and if it wasn't for him the show couldn't go on. He made the pieces of material, wood and string come alive with the flick or turning of his wrist. I thought the music was really great and I loved the way the characters matched the music. The costumes were magnificent and I especially took a liking to a puppet with a red flowing gown. With the bright bouncy music the puppet would bounce around and have a bright outfit on. In the opera section they had a lady in a long white flowing gown that ruffled as she talked. May I add she spoke very correctly. I thoroughly enjoyed the show and should think that everyone else also loved it. Kristie Eales Yr. 7 Happy Marionette Experiencer 41

Drama Report

Hello thrillseekers! This is Narelle 'Scoop' McNeill reporting on the scene for X.L.N.T. radio. The glamour spot of our show today is an interview delving into the backstage and onstage of Morongo Drama 85. I would now like to introduce you to the Drama Captain, Bronwyn Anderson. B.A: Hello, drama lovers and other interested people! N.Mc: Bronwyn, what do you consider to be the highlight of Morongo Drama this year? B.A:Well,old man,without a doubt itwould have to be the production of The Wizard of Oz. It was great to see students, staff and parents working together and enjoying themselves immensely. All involved were suprised at the hitherto unknown talent: for example, no one knew that Mr. Seaton could paint shoes like a professional! Or that Lex had such a powerful singing voice! N.Mc: Umm. Who played the starring roles?

B.A: Yes, indeed. Everyone worked together to provide five wonderful, happy and enthusiastic performances, with highly entertaining acting, singing and dancing. Special thanks must go to Mrs. Deller and Mrs. Quickmire who had the frantically busy task of producing The Wizard. Thanks also to Terry Egan who designed the sets and painted them with the assistance of the art students; also to Roger Saleh, helped by Mr. Ferguson and Mr. Taylor, for the lighting. Thanks also to parents, staff and students who helped with make-up, to Gaylene Leishmann, our choreographer, and Mr. Francis and his helpers backstage. Thanks to Katrina Bent, our prompt, also the Drama Committee, the usherettes, programme sellers and car park attendants. But of course all thanks to every member of the enormous cast! Everyone had "jolly good fun in the merry old land of OZ!"

THE WI ZARD OF OZ

B.A: Dorothy, Scarecrow, TinMan and Lion were played by star-struck Kate Royal, Heather Gibson, Meredith Millard and Claire Donachie. These four lovable characters were played to perfection.They were going to come on the show today but the Lion was too shy, the Tin Man was worred about the Geelong rain, Dorothy was over the rainbow, and the Scarecrow couldn't decide. N.Mc: Costumes usually play an important role in a production. How important were they in The Wizard? B.A: They were very important, especially in the Munchkin scenes, where the audiences were dazzled by the brilliant colours. What better way to advertise a washing powder? The skeletons were different, and added a special 'glow' to the production, while the Morongo blazer took on a whole new meaning with the Generals! N.Mc: The Wizard being a musical, all the cast had to exercise their vocal chords—and with excellent results, I'm told. B.A: The chorus work throughout was of a very high standard. I don't think a lot of us realized we could sing so well! Kate, Heather, Meredith, Claire, Wendy Venters, Lou Aitken all showed the singing talent we have at Morongo. Many thanks to our musical directress, Mrs. Martin, and the orchestra. I think most of the audience left the hall singing Over The Rainbow! N.Mc: The whole production owed its professional polish to team-work, didn't it? 42

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N.Mc: How did the drama sections of the recent Music Competitions go? B.A: Venters won the drama section with their jazzy Squizzy Taylor; Lawson 2nd, took us to Alice in Wonderland; Roslyn came 3rd, with a slightly different view of Romeo and Juliet; Ardens 4th, looked at the sky, and Harris looked into the life of a rather overweight Henry VIII. N.Mc: Well, thank you, Bronwyn, for shining the spotlight on drama at Morongo. Next week I will be interviewing Frank Ptang Ptang Smith about Siberian Yak training. Good-bye until then!

JUNIOR SCHOOL A T H L E T

MORONGO KINDERGARTEN

SUB-PRIMARY

Colours Red, green, blue and orange, Colours are everywhere. When night falls The colour black appears. It looks like Stars are silver or white. Grass is green Sky and waters are bluer than ever. That is colours. Kate Walker Year 2

Cinquain Dogs Dogs bark Wag their tails Beautiful, soft and furry. Guiding. Frog Green, slimy Awful to touch Jumping on lily pads Croaker. Year 2

At The Moon

Ponies Ponies are soft I like their manes Their manes are nice and brown I like white ponies best of all They gallop around their nice green fields. Kellie Plunkett Year 2

A Dragon One day I went to the woods. I saw a dragon, he breathed fire at me. I ran away and finally I got home. Natalya Morgan Year 46

My family and I are packing to go to the moon and we are going in a rocket. We might not stay on the moon in the rocket, we could stay in a room in space. "It is time to go," said Dad. Up, up went the rocket. When we get to space you can take your seatbelt off. You can fly now. We are on the moon but we need to put on a special tank. Elspeth Martini Year

Springtime It is the first day of Spring and it is a fine day. I will play outside all day. "May I have my lunch outside?" "Yes you can", said Mummy. I am going to make a cubbyhouse. That is a good idea. Kathryn would you like to help make a cubbyhouse? "Yes I would," said Kathryn. "Mummy, Mummy! We have finished it". "That is very good," said Mummy. Lisa O'Neill Year 1

At The Zoo I went to the zoo. I like the elephants and the monkeys. I got an ice cream. Then we went to the zoo park and I balanced on the slide. We went home. Jessica Ivory Year 1

My Baby On Wednesday the 18th September Mummy went to the hospital to have a baby. The people at school are waiting for me to tell them. Fiona Bainbridge Year 1

The Circus Last year I went to the circus with my mum and dad and sister. There were some acrobats, clowns, tigers and the lions were balancing on balls. The clowns were very funny. Some clowns were juggling balls. Mum says when I grow bigger I can join the circus. Michelle Paton Year 1

Cats I love cats They are cuddly things They are scratchy and playful They are beautiful. Kelly Pritchard Year 2

Springtime It is the first day of spring. I'll go outside to ride my bike and jump on the trampoline. Kristy Brown Year 1 47

MIDDLE PRIMARY

The Worm's Problem There once was a worm, That always liked to squirm. One day he said to his friend "I'm sick of squirming all day long, I've even tried singing a song". "Well, why don't you try eating, It always works for me". So the worm tried eating, And he's as happy as can be. Renee Bufton Year 4

In The Bush In the bush there are noises, There are a couple of voices. There are bumble-bees, And whistling trees. Kookaburras laughing, Red bullants marching. Koalas munching Leaves crunching. Spiders hiding behind the bark. Worms wriggling in the dark. Pippi Ainsworth Year 3

Summer Summer is a joyful Time we love to share. Summer is the laughter And the noises of the waves. Summer is a season we Would hate to lose. Marnie Bremner Year 4

Snow This is to say I have been away At the snow. I had to stand In a big long row. To get some tickets I had to stand next To some little wickets. I skied down Skyland. I got a bit of a tan. Penny Agar Year 3 48

My Bike One night, I was dreaming about Receiving a new bike. Oh! it would be a pretty sight, With a bright red, gleaming light. Justine Moodie Year 4

Pontes Ponies are sweet, They are not messy They are neat. Ponies love hay Some are chestnuts, Others might be bay. Megan Ford Year 3

Poppies My favorite flower is a poppy, So bright, red and floppy. Their petals are so bright and gay, They stand out really well in the day. They're long-lasting flowers. Can stay for many hours Inside your house. I love poppies. Sarah Leighfield Year 3

Winter

Winter is cold outside, But never is inside. Have a race in the snow And go very slow. Who has won the race? I have by a face. Kirsty Cossor Year 4

Snoopy I have a dog called Snoopy Who is very droopy. He always sleeps on his house Because he can't do anything else! Simone Grace Year 3

UPPER PRIMARY The World's Bad Side

The Universe Uranus in my scope I see Neptune has appeared for me, In the 'scope are many stars Venus, Jupiter, Pluto and Mars, Earth is down below Rotating as the 'scope can show, Saturn's rings are clear and bright Everything can be seen this night.

There's so much fighting And so much destruction. There's so much killing And so much corruption. But then again, There's the kind and the good, And the people who'd do anything If they could. But because you're white, You're ever so praised, And if you're black, You're kicked and grazed And bruised and whipped And hung and stripped. I'm sick and tired Of the world's bad side. Why can't we all agree? Paula Robertson Year 6

Zoe Fidge Year 5

Autumn Loneliness Down another dry, dusty road I wander, Being in sight of yonder. Knowing my days are coming to an end, Needing only a caring friend.

There's a rustle and scatter and flutter of the leaves, Down in the gutters, up in the eaves, The crackling of brown dry grass Crunching beneath my feet as I pass. There's a wild wind that lifts me off my feet, That is blowing dust along the street. There's a wispy white fog everywhere Making damp and cold air. Fiona Cooke Year 5

Going down a road, with swag on my back Food and water being a lack. Thinking of everything in the past, Will I have another week to last? Sally Freeman Year 6

Happiness Is

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Going to the bush to play Taking a friend on the way, Running in the long green grass Seeing little mice go past, Running down to the creek There to play hide and seek. Jackie Ainsworth Year 5

Life is gone. One step at a time.

N o-one to talk to. Everyone is far away. Lillies on the ground, In the garden, not a sound.

No-one is around. Everything is dead!

No Escape! Gripping to the bed, You can feel it coming on — The fear Has come over you. There's no way to escape, It's wrapped you in its spell. If only you could run, From the fear that's holding you. The sweat, The visions, The evilness That runs inside your head. You see the new day dawning, You've been awake all night, With those silly haunts inside your mind Giving you a fright! Chloe Plumridge Year 6

Singing all gone, She is all alone. Nicole Watkinson Year 6

My Favourite Things Presents on birthdays and bright coloured wrappers Shoes when I'm dancing with shiny brass tappers. Jelly beans coated with chocolate, Dad brings, These are a few of my favourite things. When the snow falls, When my nose stings, When I'm feeling chill, I simply remember my favourite things And then I don't feel so ill. Sally Spiteri Year 5

Love Loves is not something that fades away. It's always there — forever. You can't just walk away from it, It's something that stays in your heart. When you love someone and they fade away, You feel like it's the end. But you must try to forget the hurt Even though it's hard.... When that person has gone, You feel alone With no-one to talk to, But soon you'll cope. You'll be able to face That they have gone. Jody Price Year 6

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Grade 6 Fairy Tale Once upon a time, in the kingdom of Morongo, lived a sad princess called CINarelleR. She lived in the Portable Palace with Queen Svane and the Seven Dancing Princesses: Princess Caroline, Princess Ann, Princess Catherine, Princess Lucinda, Princess Natalie, Princess Camilla and Princess Melinda. Cinareller was sad, because the Seven Dancing Princesses were always going to balls and she was never allowed, as she took too long to finish her homework. Tonight, Queen Victoria and King Georgina were holding a grand ball in honour of their son, Prince Paula. He had been imprisoned by the Abbott for not handing his project in on time. It was a Petty conviction, but luckily he was rescued by Sir Donna and the three Musketeers. Nicola, Nicole W. and Nicole A. Now he was a Freeman. The ball was to celebrate his return and he hoped to choose a wife from the many beautiful princesses, that he would meet that night. Queen Victoria, King Georgina and Prince Paula greeted the guests as they arrived. Countess Catriona and Count Chloe arrived first, followed by Dame Joanne and Sir Jodi. The ballroom filled quickly and finally, the arrival of the last guests was announced. Late as usual, it was Queen Svane, the Seven Dancing Princesses and Cinareller! (For once she had finished her homework!) As soon as Prince Paula saw Cinareller, he fell in love with her. She sat beside him during the banquet. The Cook had prepared a marvellous feast and it was quickly served by the faithful servants, Rachel, Jody and Michelle. The guests danced all night. The next day, Prince Paula announced his engagement to Cinareller. They were married amidst great celebration and lived happily ever after .... in Senior School.

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new writing The Rose My delicate features, beauty and colour are all wrapped up in my shell. What's that I hear? I didn't believe it, this pattering rainfall will help me to grow. I feel a strange tingling in my roots. It's surging up through my leaves; it's up to my neck. What's happening to me? A surge of light is bursting through my skin — it's piercing me with its brightness. Here I go! I'm opening further and further; what's that streak in the sky? I can't quite see it, wait, yes I can, it's a rainbow. The morning shower had really christened me. My name from now on is Rainbow Rose. Kristie Eales Year 7

The wet sand squelched between my toes. I watched, and encouraged my feet to disappear. A small wave crept toward me And flowed around my ankles. A shell had been washed ashore, I pulled my feet out of the clinging sand. The shell was smooth and delicate. I put it to my ear and listened; It sounded as if there was a fierce storm inside. I tossed the shell back into the water, Ripples broke across the surface. Gulls began to screech and soar above, I turned around and around, My eyes followed them as they circled in the sky. Lisa Tatman Year 9

Night Time My feet crunch along the pavement as I shout goodbye to my friends and prepare to run inside and have dinner. My mother stands at the gate and waits as I walk towards her. I think about how it would be fun to disobey her and stay outside. Without knowing it, my feet turn to the side and run up a dark alleyway that leads to the back door. I shout that I will go in the back so I can take off my dirty shoes. She calls out her assent. Quickly I run into the empty lot near our house and scramble silently up a tree, watching for spiders and insects, which I detest. I settle myself on the highest branch I can find and wait for dusk to fall. I am totally absorbed in the peace that surrounds me and sit on my branch thinking how lucky I am to be out here with no one to yell at me to set the table or do my homework. Slowly layer by layer darkness engulfs me and my tree. It is fascinating to watch the clear blue sky slowly shade into an imperceptible grey and then fall suddenly into black, to hear the fluting sounds of birds softly die away, even the distant traffic sounds quieter while the nearby noises sound twice as loud. I see the garden light switch on and watch my mother come to the back door and shout my name — twice, then she turns away and goes inside, slamming the door 56

behind her. I am amazed by my disobedience, I know I will be in a lot of trouble when I go inside but somehow that feels very distant, as though I am in a different time. The neighbours cat creeps along our fence and swiftly drops into our garden as a dog begins to bark, her little supple body melting into the grass as she speeds to the safety and comfort of the house. The grass rustled underneath me and I look down, startled. It was only a breeze. All the commonplace, everyday events seem to loom up as enormous disturbances, entering the heavy darkness, rudely interrupting the deep black silence. A cat howls in some distant place and is immediately answered, soon a whole choir of Tom cats starts up, but even that fades as I fall into my peaceful world again. I turn my attention to the stars and watch gleefully as they brighten the sky. I am even lucky enough to see a falling star which means that somewhere a new baby has been born. I think about this for a while and then a voice yells my name, shattering the darkness. I recognise the voice as my father's and prepare for the trouble I will be in. Slowly I climb down and make for the house. Pippy Gardner Year 8

Autumn

Summer Poem Summer is Sand flying across the beach Into patterns waves and whirls, And the large waves tumbling On small screaming girls. Strawberry flavoured ice-cream Melting in your hand, As you try to gulp it down Before reaching the sand.

The cold harsh Autumn winds Rush and roar through the trees Which are heavily laden with orange and red foliage Suddenly, gusty tempestuous winds strip its boughs Of the bright Autumn colours, Exposing the unprotected nakedness of the great soaring trees, To the pitiless cruel Winter. Audrey Lim Year 9

Surfing and swimming While getting sunburnt, Dancing and singing Of songs you have learnt. Drinking iced water And relaxing in the sun Yummy salad sandwiches Means lots of Summer fun. Kerri Prussner Year 9

The Playground "Keep the kettle boiling, miss a loop you're out. Keep the kettle boiling, miss a loop you're out." The chant repeated itself again and again. I concentrate hard on jumping the rope and running out in time, but I hesitated and as a result I tripped over the rope. "You're out!" came a shriek of accusations. "Haven't you ever played skippy before? If you're going to muck up our game everytime, don't bother playing". "Oh give her a go, she's only new". "I don't care if she's new:look at the clothes she's wearing. I'm not being friends with someone who still wears flares". I looked down at my baggy, 2 sizes too big jeans. It was true. It's not my fault my mother lives in the medieval ages and I get all my clothes from my 18 year old cousin who lived in the hippy era. "Oh give her another go. After this let's play something else, I'm sick of skippy". "Okay, but firstly let's play the alphabet one. Jennifer, do you want a go?" "Me?" I asked surprised, as I thought they'd given up on me. "Yeah, we're doing the alphabet one". "Alright", I said not really sure what I was supposed to do. I stood, dreading the moment when the rope would turn. It did, I jumped successfully. I smiled, as I was pleased with myself. "A....B....C....D....E....F....G....H At this moment I faltered and mucked up the rope.

"Who's a boy you know whose name starts with the letter K?" "Um... Kevin". "Kevin?" a snigger from one of the girls. "Start the rope.Stop! Wrong way. Start it again, It's too slow! A little faster. Yeah, that's right. Go! Kevin, Kevin come to tea, Kevin, Kevin marry me. Yes No!, Yes No. Yes No Yes. Then I felt the rope being whiplashed against my leg. It hurt! "Suffer, you're going to marry Kevin". "Aw.... come off it. You did pepper on purpose so I'd muck it up". "You're a sore loser". "No, I'm not". "Go away, sook, we don't want you playing our game anymore . I walked away rejected and they kept on playing their game as if nothing had happened. Snatches of the songs kept filtering across the playground to me. "Teddy Bear, turn around. Teddy Bear, touch the ground. Teddy Bear, teddy bear say your prayers. Teddy bear, teddy bear, switch off the light. Teddy bear, teddy bear say GOO 00 OD.... NIGHT!Kirsten Dawkins Year 8 57

In The Forests Down in the depths of the forests, Don't be suprised if you see A very large untamed creature, Twice the size of me. For the one man who dared to go near it He ended up squashed like a pea. Well, now he's six foot under, And his headstone reads R.I.P. If you said it was one of God's creatures (and I s'pose you could class it as that) With the size of the head that God gave it — It should've been given a hat! And if it was one of God's creatures God must've gone round the bend — He sent elephants, tigers and people, But, oh! What creature to send! Patricia Laird Year 7

Bronwen Lights had just gone out down at the mines and the sound of the cage rising from the depths of the pits could be heard from the top meadow. It would be some time before it was heard again, for the miners were `out'. There was no singing as there usually was and nobody stopped at the tavern before going home to their families. The miners felt no pride in telling wives to go without things, there would be hardly enough to feed and clothe them in the next few months. Money was still scarce from the last strike and it was only early Autumn. For Bronwen, however, the shame and guilt was far greater and more constant. She was the only daughter of a wealthy mine owner. She had been brought up in the belief that to marry below her was to bring shame on her family and their name. She had made the mistake of falling in love with a miner and although they were happy and had two children to share theft love, she could not find her place in life. Disinherited by her own family and not fully accepted by that of her husband because of her background, Bronwen led a lonely secluded life at home. Ian, her husband, did not understand her feeling of alienation. She spoke to him often and pleaded with him to let them leave the small mining town in Wales and go to England where they could start a new life away from the 'knowing' eye of the Welsh people, but Ian had his home and family and was reluctant to leave them.

Bronwen called for his help but he did not hear the pain in her pleading. He believed that to go to England was only running from reality. Her only chance of acceptance in her own family was to leave the man she loved and admit her 'mistake', but how could she find happiness in a family who would not accept their own flesh and blood because of something she believed in? As the moon became full over the hills and the wind blew hard against the upstairs windows, the drops from the guttering broke the silence of the house. Ian had taken the children to his mother and Bronwen stayed at home, away from the 'evil' glare of her mother-in-law. She sat by the upstairs window with her cheek pressed against the icy, cold glass. "Alone again", she said in a dry voice "where do I belong? When will I find happiness?". She felt herself falling, the wind blowing her hair recklessly and once again silence. Down in the valley the deep voices of the men singing on their way back from a meeting broke through the whistle of the wind. The Church bells rang through the Valley, breaking the silence of the stricken town. The Choir/s strong voices filled the empty space and the entire town sat in their houses of God to pray for an early end to the strike. Everybody except Bronwen. The house was cold and dark; in the centre of the parlour was a small wooden coffin. 'An accident' they called it 'the first victim of strike which will take many more'. But Bronwen had found her place and now there was meaning in her whispers. A graveyard for all the 'hollow' people. by Louise Bourke Yr. 11

Homework! Here they come with work again Revise for tests, learn the stems Books to read, stories to write Read an essay, finish tonight. Go to bed early, be sparky and bright But the light burns brightly till midnight We moan and groan, but no-one cares Homework is there for all to share. Don't they know we like T.V., Playing our sport, going out to tea? Visiting our friends or reading our books, Mucking around or learning to cook? Surely a strike is quite in order? Rally round, day bugs and stir up the boarders! Then I guess I should feel shame — Our future's at stake: but homework's insane! Natalie Morrison Year 7

Drought A dry sultry wind was blowing across the endless plains. The air lacked the moisture which gave everything that new lease of life and as I gazed over the horizon in a blank confused way, the air seemed sterile. The sun never ceased to shine and the ground below resembled a kiln baking whatever it contained to a hard lifeless clay. As the sun beat down, it scoured all the precious moisture from the ground, transforming it into a cracked network. A warning that the heat was too intense. The few tufts of grass which clung to the ground desperately seeking moisture below the surface, blew listlessly in the wind — a narrow hope of survival in this desolate environment. A waterhole seemed out of place and a lonely cow listlessly stood, gaping at its edge. From above, the craving sound of crows could be heard eagerly awaiting the meal of meat which would soap he theirs. As the wind brew, billowa of rin,st mlied across the plain devouring anything in its path that might contain the slightest amount of moisture. The drought was now in its third year and we were now accustomed to the monotony that numbed our shoulders and minds. Years of hard work and stress had all taken their toll. This was thought by many to be the worst drought in the history of white man. My father showed signs of the physical burden which lay upon him. They never seemed to dwindle. His face resembled the parched ground which surrounded him, craving foi relief. It carried similar monotony to that of the landscape knowing that day after day the sun will continue to shine, continuing its journey to the far gone horizon.

The drought taught us endurance and persistance. We are one of the few families that have remained on the land, never leaving its side. We would not give up yet. The few remaining bores were now bone dry and the job of carting water lay upon us, just another one of those tasks that play their part in these dry times. The ten thousand head of cattle we once possessed were now only a faded dream. Only fifteen hundred remained scattered about the plains searching for a retreat but with little hope. It had now reached dusk. An enormous ball of fire resembling the sun slowly dwindled into a fargone west. We watched it ever so cautiously until there was only a glimmer of light visible. A blanket of darkness now covered the earth and the chirping sound of crickets sang their chorus which echoed solitude. My father sat in his favourite chair out on the verandah with his head resting in his hands. He gave a steady gaze out across the plains but did not have it fixed on anything in particular. What was there to look at? The aluminous greenery which had once covered this land was now transformed into a lifeless dust. He sighed and went back inside. There was nothing else to do but to sit and ponder. The radio blurted out its monotonous tune and we all listened to it without much resentment. I lay back in my chair with idleness. A piece of string caught my eye and was the centre of attention. I wound it round my finger cutting off the circulation which turned my finger a deep bluey purple. I wanted to keep it there but the string had the better of me so I gave in. The intensity of the atmosphere was stifling and everyone lay back in their chairs, limp, with their arms flopping over the sides, trying to reduce the perspiration that covered them. My father heaved a sigh which felt like dead weights on the rest of us. Finally it was time for bed and I retired to my roorrmy one and only refuge from the outside world. The crickets continued to sing their own concoction into the night. Gillian Jervis Yr. 11 59

Poets-In-Residence Between September 26th and October 4th, two Melbourne poets, Kevin Brophy and Myron Lysenko, visited the school for two days each week to read to classes their own poetry, and encourage students to produce their own

`class poems', some of which are shown on these pages.

Group Poem If it were simple maybe I could. I'm still not sure. I don't think I will. I just might. If I could only do it. If I could only stay tidy, mum wouldn't be on my back I'd think clean & be clean but I'm a natural born pig. If I could only jump into the air and bounce around the room I could see the stars and mysterious moons that surround our unusual world.

Kevin Brophy, Sally Berger and Myron Lysenko.

Fishing Fishing. Hook it all up. Put the worm on. Feel the hook grind through its body. Cast out. Wait. Wind it in. Cast out, wait. Wind it in. Cast out, wait, wind it in. Cast out, wait, winditin. Castoutwaitwinditin, castoutwaitwinditin. Castoutwaitwinditincastoutwaitwinditincastoutwait winditin. Castout, WAIT! Waitwaitwaitwaitwaitwaitwaitwaitwaitwait WAIT! BORED, very bored, very very bored, very very very bored. Wind it in. Angry. Furious. Raving mad. Kill the fish with an M-16 I HATE FISHING! (but I hate dressmaking more)

If I could only think of what life is and make it all brand new I'd bring a clown with laughing gas and change your thoughts of view. I'd love to eat a ripe banana and peel the skin right off. I'd love to chew it up and squish it through my teeth if only it were recess. To be a pig would be great To get muddy and dirty To laze around all day If I could only be a pig Life would be easy. If I could only fly like a bird, but then I should wish my feet on the ground. If I could only swim like a fish, but then I would be scared of drowning. If I could only go as fast as a horse, but then I would be frightened at my own speed. I wish I had the guts to do what I feel and not be so scared of what it is and how people will react to it. If I could only scream aloud and observe the cracked arrangement the surrounds my inner mind, the world is like an active circulatory system, continuous with its monotonous monotone. If only I could be a tree swaying in the breeze. I could be a tree swaying in the breeze if only I wasn't me.

Dreams My dreams are my fantasies. I know they'll never come true. When I dream about dark nights I know in the morning it'll all be gone I dream of the future, I know the past. I dreamt her skin peeled away from her body. I knew that we were all little dolls. I know hell — It is elephants sitting on cars. I dream of "Bliss". I dream of my future existance — I know it will be a nightmare. I dream to paint the whole world red. I know my anger will.

Dorothy's Adventure It was a hot summer's day in Kansas City, as Dorothy set out to the jetty with Aunt Emma and Uncle Henry. For today was the day they were all going fishing out to sea in a boat. As Uncle Henry rowed out to sea, the soothing sound of the murmuring waves lulled Dorothy to sleep. She had been asleep for an hour or so before she awoke, to see the sky covered with black ominous clouds just ready to burst at any time. Big treacherous waves formed from the over powering wind and by now it was raining 'cats and dogs'. As the rain pelted down the boat was like a cork, tossed angrily by the relentless waves, for storm had formed. The first rays of early morning sunlight penetrated through the trees. The air was soft and warm and luminous with sunlight, as Dorothy awoke to see funny looking creatures that looked like flowers all crowded around her. "Where am I?" she asked. Then a pansy answered, "You are in flower land and you have just killed the wicked wasp's children, for your boat has crushed them to pieces".

Life as a Schoolgirl Bus, Homework, Dinner, Homework, Bus, Armchair, Sleep You think its difficult for you with your Tube, Dinner, Tube, Armchair, T.V., Sleep. One in five goes mad, what a joke, Five in ten drop out.

Count Down The count down's begun the pressure's on the seconds are fleeting until our next meeting. My heart's palpitations send tingling sensations running up and down my spine. Look at the time. The seconds tick by. My how time flies. Five minutes to go. Must hurry. Bye.

There was a tap on my shoulder I wake with a JOLT! And also a bit of a SCREAM! All sorts of things ran through my mind, before I woke up to the world properly. KNIVES, ROPES, BLACK LEATHER GLOVES A PISTOL FULL OF BULLETS A WHITE HANKY WITH ETHER ETC.

Dorothy, who was shocked, turned around and saw the remains of Aunt Emma and Uncle Henry beside her. Her spine tingled right up to her neck. The blood thrilled in her veins as she reached out to touch the remaining bones of the people she once knew. She felt her hands run along the steely smoothness of the bones, and began to cry. Suddenly she stopped crying and said to the flowers, "Can you show me the way back to Kansas City?" But they didn't know where Kansas City was. Then a rose said, "There is only one person who could help you and that is the Queen Bee". "Where will I find her?", asked Dorothy. "Just follow the green path and that will take you to her hive", replied a violet. So Dorothy set off for her long journey ahead. She had walked a long way now, when she came across a clown, who for once in his life wanted to cry. Dorothy told him where she was heading and invited him along, for she thought if the Queen Bee was kind enough to help her, then she wouldn't mind trying to help the clown. As Dorothy and the clown walked along, they came to a waterfall, a shimmering veil of beauty, gushing and hissing over the jagged face of a precipice cliff. High above in the tree-tops came loud shrills from the brightly colored parrots. As they walked on a half blind sheep dog bumped into them. The sheep dog apologized and told them how he wished he could see better. Dorothy and the clown persuaded him to go to the Queen Bee with them and ask if she could help the sheep dog. They hadn't much further to go, when a giant wasp appeared. The wasp had come to take revenge on Dorothy for killing her children. It was ready to sting Dorothy, but Dorothy remembered she had some insect spray in her basket and sprayed the wasp right in the eyes with it. The wasp started buzzing around dizzily and then at last it flopped down dead. 61

Finally they reached the hive. Dorothy knocked on the honeycomb door and a servant bee opened the door and let them in. As they entered the room, there on a honeycomb throne sat the Queen Bee. Dorothy explained to the Queen Bee, that they had come to seek her help. Bravely the clown went first and asked if she could make him cry, for he was always so happy and had never experienced crying and sure enough his wish was granted. The Queen Bee gave him an onion and made him peel it and tears came rushing down his cheeks. The sheep dog went next and asked if she could make him see better and his wish was granted too. The Queen Bee put a pair of glasses on him and he could see everything so clearly. It was Dorothy's turn and she was too frightened to ask in case she said no, but she went ahead and asked anyway if she could help her get back to Kansas or at least show her the way home. The Queen Bee stopped and thought for a while, while everyone waited anxiously for the answer. Finally the answer was yes. The Queen Bee said she had always wanted to see Kansas and she would personally fly Dorothy back on her back. Dorothy said her good byes to everyone and thanked them and then jumped on the Queen Bee's back. As they went buzzing off, up high in the clear blue sky everyone watched, until the yellow and black figure was only a point in the sky. Adeline Lim

Year 7Y with the puppets for their French class.

Bell's Gone! "Bell's gone!" I heard someone call from the next room. "What?" I asked, just for something to say really. "She's gone!" James yelled,opening the front door and running out into the yard. James, my four year old brother knelt down in the soft green grass and began to pull out long strands, look them over and throw them away as if searching for clues. "James, would you come inside and clean up this mess?" I heard my mother say, impatiently, from the back veranda. "Later mum, I'm busy". "No, now" My mother was getting very angry. He got up slowly, giving me a quizzical look as he passed. "You've got to help me find Bell; please Kris. I'll give you my train set and I'll give you back the magazine I stole from your room last week. Just please help me." He must have thought I was going to be very hard to convince but I was going to help anyway as I was curious as to what Bell was and where she'd gone. I know James collects things, but not things called Bell. "Okay, I'll help you, after you've tidied up the mess you left on the back veranda". 62

I sat down in one of the large velvet chairs in our lounge room and turned on the television. It was a news break; someone had robbed a bank and the police were in hot pursuit. It was cut short; I changed the channel to the Ossie Ostrich Video Show. Ossie was telling jokes. Sick, I thought ,as the audience laughed and applauded. Just at that moment James came back into the room and pulled on my hand pleadingwith me to help him find Bell. I got up out of the chair and followed him outside. He sat back down in the grass and began plucking it out as if it were feathers on a turkey. After ten minutes I got tired of watching him pull out the grass and I could see the lawn being demolished right before my eyes. So I asked him where he had seen Bell the last time. James looked up and went inside. I heard him go out onto the back veranda. The clattering and clinking of glass and the pitter patter of his footsteps coming back through the house muffled the silence as I waited. He handed me a large jar mother used to use for storing her jam. Inside it were a couple of leaves, a few sprigs of grass and a brown log shaped object stuck to the walls of the jar. "James", I laughed, "Bell's not gone; she's changed into a butterfly". Kristen Kelynak Year 10

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painstaking care and presented with great enthusiasm. (Unfortunately, many ideas such as Camilla Betts' dance and a tambourine accompaniment had to be discarded during practice.) We were then treated to a drama by the Year 12 students. They gave us a glimpse of their talent and their legs, two commodities usually kept under wraps. We were entertained by an amusing skit on the problems of owning a multi-cultural restaurant, and how useful language can be in everyday life. Miss Cordelia Harrison ended the assembly with an amusing speech full of anecdotes about her travels, but holding a relevant message about the importance and benefits of learning a foreign language. Altogether the assembly was a great success. MJ

Un Terrible Cauchemar Hier soir j'ai eu un terrible cauchemar. J'ai cru que j'avais manque mon examen. Oh non! Mais cela n'est pas tout. En me couchant, j'ai vu mon livre de francais se promener au dehors de ma fenetre. "Oh non!" ai-je crie', "mon livre de francais est parti". J'ai couru dehors, mais c'etait trop tard. "Oh non" ai-je crie encore unit fois "j'ai l'examen de francais demain et mon livre de francais est parti! Je ne reussirai pas a mes examens!" Je suis restournee a ma chambre. "Qu'est-ce qui se passé?" m'a demand Mandy, en courant a ma chambre. "Rien" ai-je repondu "Pourquoi es-tu si inquiete?" a-t-elle demande, J'ai raconte mon histoire. "Oh non," a-t-elle dit "Nous devons le trouver. Viens vite. Mais ou' allons-nous chercher un livre de francais?

Nous avons cherche dans ma chambre, dans les jardins et dans les salles de classes sans succes'. Mon avenir semblait terrible. J'etais tres' triste. Mon livre de francais dit: "En travailant dur on reussira -. Moi, je n'avais pas de chance de succes'. Nous sommes retournees a' ma chambre. Mandy s'est assise ; sur mon lit.Oh! Elle a pleure.' de douleur. Elle a regarde' sous la couverture. "Voici ton livre!" a-t-elle dit,Il etait 14' cache'sous ma couverture. J'e-tais si contente! Je me suis levee ce matin et j'ai cherche'mon livre sous mon lit. Je l'ai trouve'. Je ne comprends pourquoi j'etais heureuse quand je l'ai vu. Bete livre! Depuis une heure j'ai un terrible cauchemar cet examen de francais.

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Easter display in the German Classroom.

Shaunagh McAllister

Bronwyn Anderson

Rebecca oss

Melissa Laidlaw Helen Menzel

Elizabeth Chittoc

Adrienne Boccalatte

Margaret Lawson

H.S.C. 1985

Narelle McNeill

Susan Storey

Elizabeth Daher

A manda Courtnai'

Paula Denahy

Fiona Turner

Leesa Hassell

Rania Baroud

Deborah Cooper

Kim Vagg

\ Joanne Lowly

Katrina Bent

Sophia Edwards

ane Phillpot

Katherine Goldsworthy Annalucia Stranieri

Christine Hawkins

.11aria Costova

Simone Armstrong

A manda Heggen

Gayle Keddie Jennifer McKie

Awards Results 1984 Dux Prizes Green Jumpers

Year 12 Megan Currie

(Gift of Old Collegians)

Yer 11 Gayle Keddie Annalucia Stranieri

(May Higgins Memorial Prizes)

Year 10 Christine Black

(Olive Filmer Memorial Prize)

Christine Black Georgina Bone Angela Callan Tracey Chapman Jeni Dodds Claire Donachie Fiona Lillie Shaunagh McAllister Amanda Manton Deidre Stewart Sandra Walpole Lisa Van den Belt

Athletic Symbols Gillian Carr (re-re-awardl Fiona Lillie Jane Phillpot Fiona Robertson Kate Royal (re-award) Samantha Scott Sandra Walpole Catherine Walsh [re-award)

Cloth Symbols

Citizenship Awards

Katrina Bray_ Sarah Callan Belinda Campbell Kate Ford Prue Geddes Jacintha Hovey

Melissa Williams (McCann Valedictory Prize) Selina Manton (Pettit Valedictory Prize) Rosalind Seaton (Bartlett Valedictory Prize) Debra Brussel (Bartlett Valedictory Prize — Shared)

Audrey Lim Jodie Lewis Sarah McCracken Sarah Smythe Kate Thomas Kerri Walker

Tennis Arts Award Danielle Fredericks

Senior

Sports Award

Singles Kate Goldsworthy Runner up Anne Warmbrunn Doubles Georgina Richards — Melissa Williams Runner up Jennifer Bourke — Catherine Nelson

Samantha Scott Melissa Williams

Intermediate

House Cups & Shields Margaret Shannon Cup for Athletics ROSLYN Diana Lilburne Cup for Junior Athletics VENTERS Roslyn Cup for Senior Athletics VENTERS Ardens Cup for Inter Athletics ARDENS Harris Cup for Junior Athletics ROSLYN Lawson Cup for Sub-Junior Athletics ROSLYN Ena Miller Shield for Swimming ARDENS Gray Cup for Senior Swimming ARDENS Rushbrooke Cup for Inter Swimming HARRIS ARDENS Longwell Cup for Junior Swimming VENTERS Clarke Cup for Sub-Junior Swimming LAWSON Eileen BuckhurstShield— Senior Baseball VENTERS Janet Gorrie Cup — Junoir Baseball ARDENS Ruth Macmillan Shield — Senior Hockey HARRIS & VENTERS Junior Hockey Cup LAWSON Marion Rankin Shield for Senior Netball LAWSON Junior Netball Cup ROSLYN Hitchcock Cup for Senior Tennis LAWSON Mrs. H.B. Simpson Cup for Juniors ARDENS Senior Table Tennis Cup ARDENS Junior Table Tennis Cup ARDENS Poulston Shield for Debating VENTERS McMiken Shield for Music ARDENS Charles Neville Cup for Sport HARRIS Pettitt Shield for Work Mrs. Lewis Hirst Cup— Work, Sport, Conduct ARDENS

Singles Susan Shimmin Runner up Sally Schmitzer Doubles Camilla Bett— Catherine Stacey Runner up Elise Fayers — Rachel McCracken

Junior Singles Maxine Black Runner up Taren Flowers Doubles Taren Flowers— Kate Thomas Runner up Sarah Lewis — Amanda Leigh

Table Tennis Senior Singles Lynette Wood Runner up Sandra Gason

Intermediate Singles Elise Fayers Runner up Nicole Graham Doubles Susan Shimmin — Georgina Harvey Runner up Nicole Graham — Elizabeth Wilson Junior Singles Sarah Lewis Runner up Sarah McCracken Doubles Deborah Chapman — Virginia Dickson Runners up Kerry-anne Cook — Elizabeth Hodgkinson

1985 Alliance Francaise Results

Term 1 Baseball Symbols

Green Jumpers

Melissa Laidlaw Alison Simmin Judith Waugh

Fiona Clarke Elizabeth Daher Katherine Goldsworthy Penny Paton

Year 7 Very Honorable Mention

Alexandra Green Vanessa Keleher Lucy Ralton Fleur Thomson Danielle Williams

Maisie Yu Lyndy Ekstedt

Tennis Symbols Rowing Symbols

Fiona Clarke Katherine Goldsworthy Penny Paton Fiona Robertson

Christine Black Claire Donachie Mellisa James Fiona Lillie Shaunagh McAllister Sue Storey Sandra Walpole

Swimming Symbols Elizabeth Daher Melissa May Maree Rawlings

Year 8 Very Honorable Mention

Heather Gibson Helen Menzel Georgina Mitton Louise Aitken (re-award) Adrienne Boccalatte (re-award)

Sophie Edwards [re-award) Jennifer McKie Ire-award) Kate Royal (re-award) Anna Stranieri [re-award) Wendy Venters (re-award) Anna Zinchovschiy( re-award)

Year 9 Very Honorable Mention

Honorable Mention Sally Bothroyd Kerry-Anne Cook

Year 10 Very Honorable Mention

Honorable Mention Andrea Smith

Year 11 Poetry, Reading and Conversation Honorable Mention Very Honorable Mention Mellisa James

Year 12 Very Honorable Mention

Honorable Mention Sophie Edwards

Jennifer Bourke Alexia Keats

Term 2

Honorable Mention Georgia Radcliff-Smith Sari Sutton Katrina James

Daina Ismail

Music Symbols

Honorable Mention

Year 12 Aural Comprehension Very Honorable Mention

Hockey

Netball

Elizabeth Daher Jeni Dodds Melissa Laidlaw (re-award) Jane Phillpot Alison Shimmin Cathy Walsh (re-award)

Bronwyn Anderson Fiona Clarke Fiona Lillie Penelope Paton Fiona Robertson Katherine Royal

Jennifer Bourke MIROMOIGIIMMIMM.W.

[re-award)

Music — Green Jumpers

Drama Symbols

Louise Aitken Adrienne Boccalatte Sophie Edwards Heather Gibson Margaret Lawson Jennifer McKie Helen Menzel Kate Royal Anna Stranieri Wendy Venters Anna Zinchovschiy

Louise Aitken Bronwyn Anderson Katrina Bent — re-award Claire Donachie Melissa James Meredith Millard Kate Royal

Australian Goethe Society Kristen Kelynack, Yr. 10, and Katrina Bent, Yr. '12, entered the 1985 Poetry Competition, and both received honorable mention.

Kate Royal as Dorothy and eredith illa rd as The Tin Ilan in The Wizard of Oz.

Valete 1984 Year 12 Helen Barber — Prefect, Roslyn House Captain 1983. Uniform, House and Lost Property Committees. Drama Productions in 1981, 1982. Athletics, Baseball, Basketball, Netball, Rowing, Swimming, Tennis team. 1982, '83 Runner-up Athletics and Table Tennis and Tennis Champion. Green Jumper. House Colours. Merit Certificate Consistent Effort 1981. Public Speaking. Ruth Barber—House and Library Committees. Athletics, Netball, Tennis teams. Runner up to Athletics Champion 1979, 1983, 1984. Athletic Symbols. House Colours. Merit Cerfiticate Consistent Effort 1979, 1980, 1981.

Robyn Gason — Prefect 1983, 1984. House and Grounds (Head) Committees. Backstage Drama Production. Basketball, Netball, Swimming, Tennis teams. Runnerup Swimming Champion '81, '82, '83. Green Jumper. House Colours. Sandra Gason — McPhee House Captain. House, Music Boarding House Committees. Orchestra. Basketball, Netball, Swimming teams. Swimming symbols. House Colours. Jane Gillin — House, Uniform, Bookroom, Lost Property

Barbara Bills — Lucernian and Photography Committees. Merit Certificate Academic Achievement 1983.

Committees. School Social Service Representative. Junior Choir. Drama Productions. Baseball, Netball teams. Rowing crew. Merit Certificate Consistent Effort 1980. 1984. House Colours 1984.

Helen Booker — House, Music, Bookroom Committees.

Hayley Graham — McPhee House Captain 1983. House,

Andrea Bell — Library Committee

Senior and Madrigal Choirs. Athletics, Tennis teams. Music Symbols. House Colours.

Judith Bothroyd — Lucernian Committee. Senior Choir '84, Orchestra 1980 —'84. Athletics, Baseball, Netball, Swimming teams. Music Symbols. House Colours. Merit Certificate Academic Achievement 1980, 1983.

Debra Brussel — House and Photography Committees. (Head) Hockey, Tennis teams. Rowing Crew Green Jumper. Rowing symbols. House Colours. Bartlett Citizenship Prize (Shared) Fiona Bucknall — House, Drama Committees, (Head of Drama) Senior Choir, Drama Productions. Athletics, Hockey, Tennis teams. Rowing Crew. Green Jumper. Hockey and Drama Symbols. House Colours '82, '83, '84. School Service Award. Meagan Burch — House, Publications, Bookroom Committees. Senior Choir. Helped with Drama productions. Netball team 1981, '82. Tina Carnegie — House and Debating Committees. Hockey 1979 — '83, Tennis teams 1979 — '82. House Colours. 1983.

Julie Chapman — House, Uniform, Lost Property Committees. Junior Choir. Drama Productions. House Colours 1984.

Antonia Cowperthwaite — Drama Committee. Junior

Audio Visual, Publications Committees. Basketball, Netball, Volleyball and Tennis teams. House Colours.

Simone Groves — House, Uniform and Lost Property Committees. Athletics, Netball, Tennis Teams. Runnerup athletics champion 1978. Merit Certificate Consistent Effort & Academic Achievement 1981. Consistent Effort 1982, Exchange Student 1983, A.A.& C.E. 1984. House Colours. Louise Hallam — House and Sports Committees. Backstage — Drama production. Basketball, Netball, Tennis, Cricket teams. Netball and Tennis Symbols. Green Jumper. House Colours. Louise Hastie — Library and Laboratory Committees. Tennis team. Merit Certificate Academic Achievement 1979, 1982. Andrea Hempton — House Committee. Baseball and Netball teams 1979, '80.

Fiona Holmfield — House and Lucernian Committees. Baseball, Basketball, Netball teams. House Colours 1984. Kathryn Karpuska — House, Library, Photography Committees.

Pamela Khoo — Library Committee. Merit Certificate Consistent Effort 1983.

mittees. Merit Certificate Academic Excellence '79 — A.A. & C.E. '84 School Scholarship Holder. Dux. Years 10 & 11. School Dux 1984.

Samantha Knox — Lucernian (Editress), Drama and Debating Committees. Junior and Senior Choirs. Drama Productions. Hockey team. School Public Speaking Champion '83, '84. Rostrum regional winner '83. Plain English Speaking Award regional finalist '83, '84. Morongo Debating team 1983. Music and Drama Symbols. House Colours. School Service Award.

Carol Dixon — House, Music Committees. Junior, Senior Madrigal Choirs. Drama Productions. Athletics, Baseball, Netball teams. Athletics and Music Symbols. House Colours. Exchange Student 1983-1984.

Merryn Kovacs — House and Publications Committees. Athletics, Hockey, Netball teams. (Member of Australian Women's Ski team for Europe in December) House Colours.

Colleen Emmerson — Photography, Uniform and Lost Property Committees. Netball, Athletics. Duke of Edinburgh Award — working towards Bronze Award. Merit Certificate for Consistent Effort '81.

Helen Lamont — Bookroom, Library, Publications Committees. Junior Choir 1980. Baseball, Netball, Swimming, Tennis teams.

Choir. Drama Productions.

Jill Cunningham — Publications Committee. Megan Currie — House and Computing (Head) Com-

Danielle Fredericks — House and Music Committees. Junior, Senior Madrigal Choirs. Orchestra. Drama Productions. Athletics team. Music Symbols. House Colours. Arts Award 1984. 68

Melinda Lentini —Junior Choir, Orchestra 1980, Drama Productions House Colours 1983. Jennifer Lyons —La boratory, Library Committees. Junior Choir. Baseball, Netball teams. Merit Certificate Consistent Effort 1984.

Catherine Macleod - House, Sports Committees. Athletics, Baseball, Basketball, Hockey, Swimming teams. Basketball, Swimming symbols. Green Jumper. House Colours.

Madge Mak - Library, Bookroom, Uniform Committees. Netball, Tennis teams.

Selina Manton - Drama, Audio Visual Committees. Senior, Madrigal Choirs. Drama Productions. Athletics, Baseball, Basketball, Hockey teams. Rowing Crew (Capt.), Rowing, Music, Drama Symbols. Green Jumper. House Colours. School Service Award. Pettitt Citizenship Prize 1984. Julie Martin - Assembly, Uniform Committees. Athletics, Netball teams. Rowing Crew.

Basketball, Netball teams. House Colours. Merit Certificate Academic Achievement & Consistent Effort '83. '84. Julie Strachan - House, Bookroom, Uniform Committees. Junior Choir. Rowing Crew. Tennis team. Table Tennis Doubles Runner-up 1980. Rowing Symbols. Merit Certificate for Academic Achievement 1983.

Karina Szabo - Debatin9, Drama Committees. Junior Choir. Drama Productions. Baseball, Hockey, Netball. House Colours. Merit Certificate Consistent Effort 1984.

Kim Tan - House, Library Committees. Volleyball team. Merit Certificate Academic Achievement & Consistent Effort '83.

Heather McBean - David House-House Captain. Boarding House, Sports, House Committees. Baseball, Basketball, Netball, Rowing, Netball, Basketball symbols. Green Jumper. House Colours.

Tennis team.

Lynne McKee - Art Committee

Amanda Toll-Boarding House, Audio Visual, Lucernian

Claire Miller - Audio Visual Committee. Basketball,

Committees. Drama Production. Merit Certificate Academic Achievement 1983.

Netball, Swimming teams. Rowing Crew. House Colours.

Fiona Myers- House and Lucernian Committees. Baseball, Hockey teams. House Colours 1983, '84. Merit Certificate Consistent Effort 1979.

Alison Nankivell - Grounds, Music Committees. Tennis and Volleyball teams. Tennis symbols. House Colours. Merit Certificate Consistent Effort 1982.

Claire Noonan - House, Audio Visual Committees. Senior Choir. Drama Productions. Baseball, Basketball, Netball teams.

Janet Parker- Drama and Uniform Committees. Senior Choir, Orchestra. Drama Productions.

Eliza Profitt - House committee. Basketball, Netball, Swimming, Tennis teams. Netball symbols. House Colours. Shirley Rooney - House, Laboratory, Library (Head) Committees. Backstage Drama productions. Baseball, Basketball, Netball. House Colours.

Samantha Scott- Hearne House Captain. House, Boarding House, Sports Committees. Athletics, Baseball (Capt), Basketball (Capt), Hockey, Netball Swimming teams. Athletics, Baseball, Basketball, Netball symbols. Green Jumper. House Colours. Sports Award.

Rosalind Seaton - House, Bookroom, Computer Committees. Senior Choir. Musical Productions.. Music Symbols. House Colours. Merit Certificate Consistent Effort and Academic Achievement '82. Consistent Effort '83, A.A. & C.E. 1984. Bartlett Citizenship Prize 1984 (Shared). Karola Sieder - Library Committee, Volleyball team. Jaculin Solomon - House Committee. Baseball, Basketball, Hockey, Swimming, Tennis teams.

Michelle Spargo - Athletics team. Duke of Edinburgh working towards Bronze Award. Merit Certificate Consistent Effort 1984. Naomi Speirs - Photography Committee. Joint School Photographer. Hockey, Tennis team, Rowing Crew. Rowing Symbols.

Catherine Thom - House Committee. Drama Production. Julie Thompson - Bookroom Committee.

Lucy Townsend- House and Sports Committees. Baseball, Basketball, Hockey teams. Rowing crew. Green Jumper.

Sandra Trevaskis - House, Uniform, Lost Property Committees. Twilight Netball.

Julie Vautier - Assembly, Uniform, Lost Property Committees. Athletics, Baseball, Netball, Swimming teams. House Colours. Christina Wagstaff - House, Publications Committees. Junior, Senior Choir. Merit Certificate Consistent Effort 1982. Academic Achievement 1983, Academic Achievement & Consistent Effort 1984. Victoria Wallace - Uniform, Computer, Assembly Committees. Junior, Senior Choirs. Hockey team. Music Symbols. Merit Certificate Consistent Effort 1979. Academic Achievement & Consistent Effort '80.

Anne Warmbrunn - House, Assembly committees. Junior, Senior, Madrigal Choirs. School Orchestra, 1979 - '80. Drama Productions. Baseball, Hockey, Tennis teams. Snr. Tennis Single Runner-up 1984. Runner up table tennis 1980. Music Symbols. Green Jumper. House Colours.

Dianna Wells - House and Audio Visual (Head) Committees. Senior, Madrigal Choirs. School Orchestra. Drama Productions. Athletics, Hockey teams. Rowing Crew. Rowing symbols, Music symbols. Green Jumper. House Colours. Merit Certificate Consistent Effort 1981. Academic Achievement '1983, A.A. S. C.E. 1984. School Service Award. Carolyn Wettenhall - House and Head Social Service in 1983. Hockey team. House Colours. Melissa Williams - House, Sports Committees. Athletics, Baseball, Hockey, Swimming, Tennis teams. Hockey symbols. Senior Doubles Tennis Champion 1984. Green Jumper. House Colours. Sports Award. McCann Citizenship Prize 1984. Alice Wong - House, Library committees.

Monique Stella - Neilson House Captain. Boarding House & Sports Committees. Baseball, Basketball, Hockey teams. Merit Certificate for Academic Achievement 1983. Academic Achievement & Consistent Effort '84.

Lisa Wong - House, Library Committees. Merit Certificate Consistent Effort 1982.

Angela Stone - Debating, Computer, Library, Bookroom

teams. Table Tennis - Runner-up singles champion 1980. Singles 1981, '82, '83. Doubles 1981,'82. Runnerup doubles 1983.

Committees. Drama Productions. Athletics, Baseball,

Lynette Wood - Libra ry, Bookroom Committees. Netball

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Junior Auxiliary Report 1985 President Shirley Gordon Secretary Glen Petty Treasurer Chris O'Neill

It is with great pleasure that I report on our 1985 activities. Our first meeting for the year was held in February, with Miss Brookshaw, Mrs. Fox and Mrs. Smith, and many new mothers attending. Early in March the Country Fair was held, with Junior Auxiliary providing goods for a combined home-made fare stall and also a well stocked novelty stall for children. On March 27th we held a most successful fundraiser in the form of a Morning Coffee and Fashion Parade, with garments from Dress Rehearsal. A most delicious morning tea was served in very pleasant surroundings, making this a most enjoyable and profitable morning. In April we were invited to be the guests of Senior Auxiliary. At this meeting we folded and packed gift-wrap paper to sell. Proceeds from the wrapping paper supplied a hot water dispenser, which is now installed in Shaw House. On Anzac Day the Junior School Sports were held. At the conclusion of the sports, Junior School mothers provided an Afternoon Tea of Anzac biscuits. The lucky dinner hamper was won by Mrs. Prue Fidge. Once again Jack and Val Woods offered their Staughton Vale property to us for a Sausage Sizzle during the May holidays. This day proved to be a great success, both socially and financially.

A Crazy Whist Day was held in July. A delicious luncheon, prepared by the Committee, was served to our guests. A variety of most unusual gifts were won during the day, and the main prize of a potted palm was won by Mrs. Margaret Dwyer. The card games were an interesting sideline to an otherwise noisy day. VVith your continued support at our various functions during our busy year, we have been able to provide many items for the Kindergarten and Junior School. These items include an Apple computer and software, television set, video recorder, projector, construction sets, library books and toys. In conclusion, I wish to sincerely thank the many people who have supported and attended our many functions during the year. A special thankyou must go to Miss Brookshaw, Mrs. Fox, Mrs. Smith, and the staff of Junior School for their assistance during the year. I would like to thank Glen particularly for all of her help and hard work during the year. To Chris and the Committee, many thanks for your friendship and help during my two years as President. To the incoming President and Committee, may I extend my best wishes to you for a happy and successful year. Shirley Gordon

Parents and Friends Association The Annual General Meeting of the Association in respect of the 1985/86 year was held on 24th April 1985 with the following office bearers being elected: —

did not justify the work put in. Collectively these two activities raised a total of $7388 which was comparable with previous years fund raising activities.

Mr. L.W. Godwin — President Mr. L.W. Leach — Secretary Mrs. S. Hargrave — Treasurer Committee — Mr. R. Appleton, Mr. L. Foley, Mrs. S. Woods

The Newsletter was promoted and two issues produced in the year and it is hoped this will continue in the future.

The 1984/ 8 5 year under the leadership of Mr. B. Burch was one which saw the association endeavour to change its role in line with the new constitution and become an umbrella organisation affording some co-ordination of the auxiliary activities. Unfortunately this was not fully achieved due to the other activities undertaken by the association such as: a) Open Day b) Country Fair c) Monster Raffle d) Distribution of Newsletter Although the association and its members worked extremely hard to achieve the above, time or lack of it did not enable a complete success to be achieved in all areas.The Country Fair was promoted along different lines and proved to be a success from a social point of view, although disappointing from a financial contribution aspect. The Monster Raffle was undertaken with enthusiasm but it too

In summary, 1984/85 was a year in which new ideas received a good grounding from which improvement can be made. 1985/86 has seen a slow start with virtually a brand new committee. Planning is however underway for the 1985 Open Day and 1986 Country Fair. The association meets regularly on the 1 stThursday of each month at 7.30 p.m. in the Pettitt Music Centre. The meetings are open and parents are invited to attend. My thanks are extended to all those who assisted at committee level and indeed all those willing hands at the functions/activities run by the association in the 1984/8 5 year. We look forward to continued assistance and input of ideas to enable us to aid the school in its endeavours. L. Godwin President

Old Collegians Office Bearers 1985 President Vice president Hon. Secretary Asst. Secretary Hon. Treasurer Asst. Treasurer Address Recorder Publicity Officer

Jen Currie (Bradshaw) Alison Lawson (Laird) Doreen Webb (Cronk) Jenny Battye (Miles) Judy Bent (Wallis) Chris Harris (Moodie) Judy Williams (Lindsay) Jeanette Bell (Shrimpton)

Branches Melbourne President Faye Lee (Pope) Secretary Margaret Chegwiddon (Searle) Treasurer Sandra Oriander (Stevens)

Goulburn Valley President Nancy Sullivan (Fewtrell) Secretary Sandra Macintyre (Bufton) Treasurer Gwen Jensen (Bradshaw)

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President Margaret Radford (Hodgson) Secretary-Treasurer Sue Devlin (Gregory)

President Ros Islip (Wishart) Secretary Lois Mander-Jones (McDonald) Treasurer Jeanette Drake (Walker)

Canberra President Heather Lloyd (Laird) Secretary-Treasurer Sue Game (McIntyre)

Mrs. J. Currie with guest speaker, Kerryn Blake, at the mid-year luncheon. 74

Annual Report 1985 I am pleased to present the annual report of the Old Collegians for 1985. Each year we participate in various functions and represent the association at many school events. Our year officially begins with the Annual Meeting and Luncheon, held at Morongo each November. Last year our President, Joy Rau, completed her term of office and we thank her for her contribution to the Old Collegians. Joy worked very hard for the association and promoted Morongo at all times. On the eve of the reunion, 130 Old Collegians who attended the senior school between 50-55 met at Bellarine Manor to reminisce about their school days and catch up on present day activities. Miss Brookshaw joined us for dinner. Thankyou Jessie Osborne (Griffiths), Ella Matheson (Strong) and Judy Bent (Wallis)for organising a very happy evening. In February, the Committee entertained Miss Brookshaw & staff members to a 'sweets and coffee' evening at the home of Alison Lawson. It was a very pleasant way to meet the old & new staff members in a less formal atmosphere. In March, we held another very successful Tennis Day at Morongo, and congratulate Section 1 winners Anne Waayas, Lyn Collins, Section 2 Maidi Yallaw, Jan Mitchell, Section 3 Margaret Anderson, Pam Cook & Annette Griffiths. We thank the school for the use of the courts and the canteen, Jeanette Bell as organiser, the players who made the day and the committee for providing the lunch. We would like to thank the Old Collegians who represented us at the Sun Tennis Cup, Sun Golf Day and the Swimming sports. Our Mid Year Luncheon was held early in June in the Founders Dining Hall, & we were pleased to welcome Mrs. Kerryn Blake (Godfrey) as our guest speaker. She gave us a most informative talk on her work in horticulture, her Apprentice of the Year Award and her work at the Karringal nursery in an experimental programme with the handicapped. Our guests included Miss Brookshaw, representatives from Old Collegian Association of the Hermitage, M.L.C., P.L.C., Sacred Heart, and Sally Gardiner from the Geelong Advertiser. We thank the school for the use of the dining hall and Josef for the use of his kitchen.

I have enjoyed attending the Branch Reunions and meeting fellow collegians. Geelong Committee has been represented at the Melbourne, Gou lburn Valley & Wimmera reunions & enjoyed their hospitality & friendship. In September there will be an informal get-together of interested Collegians in the Western District at the Art Gallery, Warnambool. Thankyou/ Julie Ballenge (Winter) for inspiring this meeting. July is the time set aside for the Joint Annual Golf day with the Hermitage Old Girls and this was held at the Geelong Golf Club. Thankyou Anne Howarth (Lindsay) and Marj Carroll (Field) for organising another happy and interesting event on such a good golfing day. Over the year, we have been guests of the Old Collegians from the Hermitage, Sacred Heart, M.L.C., P.L.C., MCE GGS, and Clonard. Jennie Currie was reoresented at the National Council of Women's President's day. Joy Rau, Judy Bent & Jennie Currie represented the Association at a special meeting held at Tintern Girls' School, to discuss membership & communication problems with sister associations. Twenty-two schools were represented & much worthwhile & informative discussion took place. There will be follow up developments from this meeting. The committee provide a special lunch for the girls leaving Morongo at the end of term three. This provides a good opportunity to promote membership of our association and we are heartened by the response from the girls each year. Thankyou to all Old Collegians who have contributed to the Archives — the Archive girls welcome all donations to our collection which is growing rapidly and it would be nice to have an area devoted to displaying more of our treasures. To help the Geelong committee with the preparation of the newsletters etc., we would be pleased to hear from Old Collegians about their activities and would welcome them to our functions, also notification of changes of address or name would help with the postage problem. I would like to thank Miss Brookshaw very much for her genuine interest in the Old Collegians. She devotes much time to our activities and visits the Branches each year. She is always most cooperative when we ask for permission to use the school facilities. We are going to miss her very much when she leaves the school next year but wish her a very happy retirement and will be inviting her to keep her contact with the association.

The association is also grateful to Mr. Geoff Neilson for his work as auditor and the Geelong Advertiser & Geelong News for publicity, June McCall & Dorothy Roxton who represent us at the National Council of Women. In closing , I would like to thank my enthusiastic committee for the support they have given me, especially Doreen Webb who is a most efficient and co-operative secretary, Judy Bent for her hard work caring for our finances, and Judy Williams who does a stirling job on those names & addresses and all the changes — a very BIG thankyou,Judy. We are reprinting the address book at present and the booklet will be available soon. We look forward to another successful year in 1986 when the association will continue to support Morongo and provide fellowship and contact among all Old Collegians. Jen Currie (President)

News Antonia Cowperthwaite has gone to England and will be studying law at Exeter University next year. Megan Currie was awarded an A.M.P. scholarship to study actuarial studies at Macquarie University and is resident at Robert Menzies College while she takes this course. Kerry Rau has returned from overseas and is studying at Deakin. Dr. Alwyne Mackie (Huddleston) has been appointed Deputy Principal at the Canberra College of Advanced Education. One of her other interests is in the area of broadcasting, and she is currently Deputy Chairman of the A.B.C. National Advisory Council. Two old Collegians have now qualified as pharmacists — Tina Coombes and Stacy Storey (nee Medlock).

Engagements Sally Baker to Tim Peter Gail Pavia to Greg Lemmens Megan Poulston to Alastair Hamer Pamela Jenkins to David Page Carolyn McNaughton to Andrew Long Lyn Holbrook to Peter Hayes Belinda Holloway to lain Carmichael Jane Adcock to Robert James Jacqueline Bucknall to Michael Carr Elizabeth Hill to Dennis Hickleton Cathy Harvey to Nicholas Ames Rachel Deller to Colin Bray

Marriages Christine Howarth to Anthony Flanagan Janet Coults to Michael O'Connor Donna Elliott to Bruce Powell Suzanne Pigdon to Victor Tooen Colleen Emerson to Wayne McGee Jillian Orr to Philip Lack Fiona Yateman to Michael Connell Sally Baker to Tim Peter

Births Mr. & Mrs. P. Noble (Heather Wishart) — son Mr. & Mrs. B. Cummins (Darolyn Clarke) — son Mr. & Mrs. P. Landers (Kathi Long) — son Mr. & Mrs. P. Byrnes (Christie Oughtred) — son Mr. & Mrs. J. Robertson (Juliane Jackson) — son Mr. & Mrs. D. Sell (Sally Anne Wright) — son Mr. & Mrs. C. Bruechet (Judy Cuthbertson) — son Mr. & Mrs. T. Yelland (Eleanor Champion) — daughter Mr. & Mrs. C. Forster (Louise De Jong) — daughter Mr. & Mrs. C. Richards (Beverley Read) — son Mr. & Mrs. D. Sutherland [Janet Matheson) — son Mr. & Mrs. F. Herd (Susie MacKinnon) — son Mr. & Mrs. R. Hosie (Jan Park) — son Mr. & Mrs. P. Richmond (Janette Snellback)— daughter Mr. & Mrs. I. Nixon (Jenny Warner) — son Dr. & Dr. H. Champness (Claire Darby) — daughter Dr. & Dr. T. Young (Anne Chirnside) — daughter Mr. & Mrs. R. Henley (Susan de Carteret) — son Mr. S. Mrs. R. Kumnide (Julie Myers) — daughter Mr. & Mrs. S. Berry (Mandy Berry) — daughter Dr. & Mrs. W. Howson (Jocelyn Brown) — son Mr. & Mrs. G. Crowl (Judith Bennett) — daughter Mr. & Mrs. J. Spence (Fiona Campbell) — daughter

Obituaries Min Thompson — Old Collegians were saddened to learn of the death of Min Thompson (Harding) in April. Min was a life member of our association. She was one of the longest serving and most devoted members of the Melbourne branch, being treasurer for many years. Min will be greatly missed by her many friends. Helen Pankhurst — Helen attended Morongo as a boarder and was daughter of Old Collegian Moira Pankhurst (Hildebrand). Helen passed away after a long illness, early this year and our sympathy goes to members of her family. Val Hatch — was a valued member of staff and will be remembered by many students for her sincere teaching and understanding care. Our sympathy and prayers go to her daughters & their families. Mr. Ernie McCann — will long be remembered at Morongo as a friend, father, grandfather, chairman of the Council for many years and we extend our sympathy to Edna, Jenny, Libby and their families. The McCann Sports Centre is named in honour of his service to our school.

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