Pegasus 1976

PEGASUS JOURNAL OF THE GEELONG COLLEGE GEELONG AUSTRALIA VOLUME LXIX

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EDITORIAL 1975 was a very good year. High standards were achieved in a wide range of activities within the school. The Higher School Certificate results were particularly impressive. Mr. D. W. Stott's leadership during the last three years contributed significantly — as Vice-Principal, Deputy Principal and Acting Principal he gained the respect of students, staff and parents with his involvement and firm direction in every aspect of school life. In the Principal's Report of last year Mr. Thwaites underlined the important contribution of Mr. Stott, Mr. I. R. Watson and Mr. M. F. Murray Mr. Watson, after a long and devoted period of service as Headmaster of the Preparatory School, will retire at the end of this year. His place will be taken by Mr. I. MacMillan. Mr. Murray has accepted the position as Principal of Westminster School in Adelaide. Mr. D. Happell from Geelong Grammar is to be the new Vice-Principal. These important changes will bring new directions in the style of leadership Mr. Gebhardt clearly emphasised the need for the highest standards in every facet of school life. Significantly there is considerable enrolment pressure at a number of levels. The last two years have already brought change and new directions. With the large increase in the enrolment of girls this year, co-education is more of a reality. The activities of the school have adapted to represent the real contribution of all its members within the College and in the community. There has been much success in all sporting activities throughout the school — a wonderful Head of the River. Academic success has been achieved in a broadening number of areas from short story competitions to modern languages, music and drama. New stimulus is evident in the creative and performing arts and new workinq areas are being designed to develop these interests. Fifth form students gained valuable involvement with a Work Experience week in the final week of second term. The initiative of a committee of form V and form VI students to produce this magazine indicates the responsibilities and qualities of student leaders in the school. Their recognition of hiah standards, their response to change, to new directions, to new styles of leadership; their response to these challenges will represent the leadership of 1977 and the years to come. 2-76

COUNCIL NOTES MEMBERSHIP The composition of the Council has not changed during the last twelve months. However, there has been one significant internal change: Mr. G. J. Betts, a member of Council since 1958 and Chairman of the Finance Committee since 1960, a perid during which the Council undertook significant development of its material resources, resigned from his position as Chairman of the Finance Committee and has been replaced by Mr. D. G. Neilson. In September Mr. Jamieson, the Bursar, was appointed Secretary to the Council. COMMITTEE STRUCTURE In order to handle efficiently the complex matters which need to be submitted to the Council for decision the committee structure has been varied to provide a Finance/ Administration Committee to handle day-to-day matters, a Building Committee to maintain a close liaison with the school architects and the school administration regarding major developments, a Girls' Advisory Committee to keep special requirements of the girl students before the Council, and a Preparatory School Committee. PRINCIPAL Mr. S. P. Gebhardt, LL.B.(Melb.), M.A.T.(Harvard), took up his appointment as Principal on 1st January, 1976. A Service of Installation, conducted by the Presbytery of Geelong and led by its Moderator, Mr. R. B. Jamieson, the Bursar, was a unique experience for many of the school community who attended: a more extensive report of the proceedings has been included in "Ad Astra", Vol. 35, March, 1976. Mr. Gebhardt has involved himself in the total life of the College and its community; Mrs. Gebhardt and the children have settled well in their new surroundings. THE LIVES OF FRANK ROLLAND" The Council has been actively engaged in negotiations for the publication of a biography of the late Very Reverend Sir Francis Rolland, written by distinguished Old Collegian and former staff member, Mr. B. R. Keith. At the time of preparing these notes the Council has undertaken to guarantee the publication of the biography: it should be available for purchase towards the end of 1977. GENERAL The Council was pleased to received details of the very successful public examination results for the year 1975 and congratulates the staff for their interest and concern for the students. COMMUNICATION The ready communication of information and ideas between people is of inestimable value in the continuing life of an institution such as the College. Mr. Gebhardt has extended the parents' circular to include items of general interest involving the continuing activities and development of the College, and indications of future changes. A parents' survey was undertaken early in the year to ascertain the views of parents on a number of issues affecting the life of the College and its relationship to the community at large. The Council commends this two-way communication believing that it will result in a much closer relationship between the school and the community. BUILDING DEVELOPMENTS No significant building contracts were undertaken during the period: the fire damaged portion of the north wing of the quadrangle was restored and now houses the mathematics department. The old Prep, oval has been transformed to provide two full-sized hockey fields. PLANNING SESSION The Council met in July for a full day's Planning Session; consideration was given to the total structure and the short and long term developments of the College as far as the present circumstances allow. Enrolment increases are expected during the next few years and an upper limit of 1,041 has been placed on the overall enrolment. A major planning requirement now receiving consideration, is the possible development of a creative arts centre — Art, Craft, Woodwork, Music, Drama, and Home Economics.

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STAFF Extensive reports will be contained elsewhere in "Pegasus" regarding staff; however, the Council is very much aware of the contribution the following men have made to the life of the College community: Mr. Ian Watson, Headmaster of the Preparatory School since 1962, who retires in 31st December, 1976; the good standing of the Preparatory School amongst junior schools throughout the whole of Australia is a measure of the man who has done so much in its development in Aberdeen Street. Mr. Don Webb — retired at the end of Term II after a total of 31 years service, the greater part of which was devoted to the House of Guilds and all that has meant to students of the College. Mr. D. W. Stott — the Deputy Principal, who returned to Adelaide at the end of Term I to become Headmaster of St. Peter's Collegiate School for Girls. Mr. M. F. Murray — the Vice-Principal, recently appointed Headmaster of Westminster School for Boys in Adelaide to take up this position on 1st January, 1977. Mr. Roy Hobbs — Senior Cleaner, who served the College in one of the less publicised areas of activity for a period of 19 years ,to enjoy a well-earned retirement.

Staff Notes PRINCIPAL

THE GEELONG COLLEGE COUNCIL

S. P. GEBHARDT, LL.B. (Melb.), A.M.T. (Harvard).

Dr. H. N. B. Wettenhall (Chairman), M.D., B . S c , F.R.C.P., F.R.A.C.P. S. P. Gebhardt, Esq. (Principal), LL.B., A.M.T.(Harvard). G. J. Betts, Esq. N. G. Cameron, Esq., B . A g . S c The Rev. R. Corr, B.A. (Melb.). N. L. Davidson, Esq. E. K. Doery, Esq., F.C.A. P. N. Everist, Esq., B.Arch., A.R.A.I.A. A. Austin Gray, Esq. R. R. Ingpen, Esq. C S. Lafdlaw, Esq. F. S. McArthur, Esq., M.A. (Cantab.). D. G. Neilson, Esq., F.C.A., A.C.I.S. D. W. Rogers, Esq., LL.B. B. G. Thorn, Esq., A.A.S.A., A.C.I.S. The Rev. C W. T h o m s o n J. G. W. Urbahns, Esq., B.C.E., L.S., F.I.E. (Aust.), M.I.S. (Aust.) G Wallace Smith, Esq M. T. Wright, Esq. R. B. Jamieson, Esq., (Min. S e c ) , A.A.S.A., A.I.B.A.

SENIOR SCHOOL STAFF M. F. Murray. B.A., Dip.Ed. (Melb.), Vice-Principal, Social Science, History. Miss H. A. Barkley, B.A., B.Ed. (Melb.), Mistress in Charge of Girls, History. The Rev. E. C. M c L e a n , B.A., Dip.Ed. (Melb.), Registrar. H. Baker, T.C. (U.K.), Laboratory Manager. C. J. H. Barley, M.A. (Oxon.), A.Mus.A., Housemaster Shannon, Master in Charge History, Indonesian. Mrs. M. Bilney, Dip. Prim. T e a c h i n g , Dip.Y.W., Girls' Physical Education. Mrs. Sarah Bullen, Dip.Phys.Ed., Girls' Physical Education. R. J. Casey, Dip.Civ.Eng., T . T . T . C , B o a r d i n g Master Mossgiel, Mathematics. Mrs. M. Clarke, B.A. (Queens, Belfast), Cert.Ed. (Stranmillis), English. C. S. Crockett, Dip.Ed., (N.Z., Cert, of Ed.), Remedial T e a c h i n g . P. A. Cronk, Dip.Phys.Ed. (Melb.), T.P.T.C., Physical Education. E. B. Davies, (ex-A.M.F.), B o a r d i n g Master Mackie, Sports Master. W. E. Devine, M.A. (Wisconsin), French. J. A. Douglass, B.A., Litt.B. (N.E.), L.Th., Mathematics. T. A. Egan, Dip.Art, S.A.T.C., Housemaster McArthur, Master in Charge Art. F. W. Elliott, T.T.C. (Manual Arts), B o a r d i n g Master Warrinn, Warden House of Guilds, Art. Mrs. R. J. G i b s o n , Library Staff. D. M. Gilbert, B.Sc. (Melb.), Biology. A. A. Grainger, B . S c , Dip.Ed. (Man.), Master in Charge Science and Examinations. C. E. Harbison, B.Sc. (For.) (Melb.), Dip.For. (Canberra), M.I.F.A., Science. W. J. Harris, B.Sc. (Melb.), Dip.Ed., Science and Mathematics. Miss J. H o n m a n , A.L.A.A. Miss M. A. Hoult, B . S c , Dip.Ed. (Melb.), Biology. C. G. Ingham, T . S . T . C , English, Social Science. M. B. Keary, B.A. (Q'ld.), M.A. (Melb.), Master in Charge Classical Studies and Tennis. I. L a d d , B.Mus., Music Master. D. I. M c C a l l u m , B.A. (A.N.U.), Dip.Ed. (N.E.), English, Social Science. Mrs. J. M a c m i l l a n , Library Staff. B. M c L e o d , Dip.Elec.Eng., T . T . C , B o a r d i n g Master Mackie, Mathematics. J. M a w s o n , Music Staff. R. M. Morris, B.Econ., Dip.Ed. ( L a T r o b e ) , Master in Charge R o w i n g , Economics. J. Murphy, B.A. (Hons.) (Oxon.), Tas. Teacher Cert., Housemaster Coles, Master in Charge Languages. Miss M. R. Neal, M . S c (Macq.), B.Sc. (Sydney), Dip.Ed., Mathematics. J. R. Nelson, B . S c , B.Ed. (Melb.), B.A. (Mon.), M.A.C.E., Housemaster Wettenhall, Master in Charge Mathematics. H. N e w n h a m , B.A. (Q'ld.), Dip.Mus., L.Mus.A., Musician in residence. B. R. Olsen, B.A. (Melb.), Dip.Ed. (Mon.), Social Studies. N. R. Patchett, B.A. (Victoria, N.Z.), T.Cert., Geography. D. J. C. Roffey, B.Econ. (Q'ld.), Dip.Ed. (Melb.), A.C.T.T., Housemaster Calvert, General Business Education. M. J. H. Roland, B.A. (Natal), A.T.T.I., M.A.C.E., Master in Charge English, Drama. R. Salen, A.M.I.E.E., Science, Master in Charge Audio-Visual. R. W. Seaton, B . S c , Dip.Ed. (Sydney), M.A.C.E., A c a d e m i c Secretary, Science. I. C. S h e p p a r d , B.Com. (Melb.), T . S . T . C , Business Studies. R. F. Slingo, Dip.Elec.Eng., T . T . T . C , Science. M. H. Van Heeswyk, T . P . T . C , B . E c , Co-ordinator Social Studies. Prof. J. H. Watson M.A. (Melb.), B.A. (Perth), M.Th. (Princeton), L.Th. (Melb.), Religious Education. D. W e b b , D.T.S.C, T.T.C. (Manual Arts), F.R.S.A.. Graphics. R. D. Wells, T.T.R.I.C (Melb.), W o o d w o r k . D. R. Wettenhall, B.A. (Melb.), Dip.Ed., Housemaster M o r r i s o n , English. Mrs. J. G. W o o d , A.L.A.A., Librarian.

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PREPARATORY SCHOOL STAFF I. R. Watson (Headmaster), T . P . T . C , M.A.C.E. D. D. W. Cameron, T.P.T.C. (Q'ld.). Mrs. C M. Candy, T.P.T.C. P. J. Connor, T . P . T . C P. A. Constantine, T.P.T.C. T. G. Cook, T . P . T . C , Adv.Cert.Ed. (A.T.T.I.). W. E. Devine, M.A., B.A. Mrs. R. H. George, T . I . T . C Mrs. I. C Hastings, T . I . T . C Mrs. L. G. Hatton, T.I.T.C. L. G. Hatton, Cert.Ed., Adv.Cert.Ed. (A.T.T.I.). J. G. Hopkins, B.A., Dip.Ed. (W.A.). W. F. Jennings, T . P . T . C , Cert.Art. Mrs. J. Keats, Dip.Prim.Ed. Miss C V. Kennedy, B.Mus., Dip.Ed. D. K. Millard, P.T.C (N.Z.), Adv.Cert.Ed. (A.T.T.I.). N. N. Rachinger, T . P . T . C , Cert.Art., Adv.Dip.Teach. (A.T.T.I.). Mrs. M. D. Reilly, Dip.Ed. A. Mel. Scott, B.A., M.A.C.E. Mrs. W. S. Scott, Dip.Prim.Ed. Mrs. R. M. Sweetman, T . I . T . C D. A. T i m m i n s , M.G.T.C (Madras), Adv.Cert.Ed. (A.T.T.I.). Mrs. G. J. Torney, T . P . T . C , T . L . T . C G. T. Van Cooten, T.P.T.C. (Q'ld.), Adv.Cert.Ed. (A.T.T.I.). P. J. Woods, T.P.T.C.

NON-TEACHING STAFF Bursar: R. B. J a m i e s o n , A.A.S.A., A.I.B.A. A c c o u n t a n t : H. G. Philips. O.G.C.A., Executive Officer: T. L. Clark, A.C.I.S., A.A.S.A., A.F.A.I.M. Laboratory Manager: H. Baker, T.C. (U.K.). Catering Manager: G. Lewis, A.F.C.I.A. Hospital Sister: Sister D. E. Healey. Medical Officer: Dr. M. W. Morris, M. B., B.S. S e c r e t a r i a l / C l e r i c a l Staff: Mrs. I. M. A n d e r s o n , Miss P. Barnfather, Miss P. J. Farey, Mr. S. De Vre, Mrs. Z. F. Frazer, Mrs. A. M c K e o w n , Mrs. C J. Shannon, Miss D. Williams. B o a r d i n g House Matrons: Day Resident G r o u p : Mrs. V. Eddy. M a c k i e : Mrs. R. Oswald. W a r r i n n / M o s s g i e l : Mrs. G. Mills. Property Manager: R. C Deans. Ground Curator: S. Rankin.

STAFF JOTTINGS MR. I. R. WATSON Mr. Ian Watson joined the staff of the College in 1940 and taught in the Preparatory School until 1941 when he joined the R.A.A.F. Following service in Australia and overseas he was discharged at the end of the war with the rank of Squadron-Leader and returned to the College in 1947. His retirement at the end of 1976 therefore marks the end of an association with the College spanning thirty-six years during which he served under four principals of the College. During that period there have been many important changes in the College, one of the most significant being the establishment of the new Preparatory School on its beautiful new campus in 1960. Mr. Watson was Vice-principal of the Preparatory School to the late Mr. L. J. Campbell in 1960 but from mid 1961 to the end of 1962 Mr. Campbell was seriously ill and Mr. Watson was acting principal. Following Mr. Campbell's retirement, Mr. Watson was appointed Headmaster of the Preparatory School in 1963 and to a large extent thesuccessful development of the new school is the result of his endeavours. Mr. Watson took an active part in the affairs of the Junior Schools Headmasters' Association of Australia, serving as chairman of its Victorian branch in 1970/71 and as national president in 1975/76. In recognition of his services the Association recently bestowed honorary lifemembership upon him. Beyond the school, Mr. Watson took a lively interest in church affairs and in Rotary. He was President of Geelong West Rotary in 1974/75 and is now the District Governors' Representative. Almost the entire span of Mr. Watson's career has been centred on the College and so has the life of his family. His five sons began and ended their schooldays at the College and at present he has two grandchildren in Campbell House. Mrs. Watson has been almost as closely involved in the College as her husband has been and is affectionately known for her many years of consistent unobtrusive hard work on the countless occasions when she saw any opportunity for service. In saying farewell to Mr. and Mrs. Watson, the entire College community expresses gratitude for all the hard work they have done and for all the kindness they have shown and wishes them every happiness in the future. MISS R. M. BARKLEY Miss Rosemary Barkley came to the Geelong College in 1976 after five years on the Staff of the Hermitage, C.E.G.G.S., as Administration Assistant to the Headmistress. The twelve months prior to that were spent travelling and some experience was had teaching in Northern Ireland and studying in the U.S.A. She received her tertiary education at Melbourne University, completing an Arts Degree, and then an Education degree. At present, further studies for a Master's degree are in progress. Although only commencing at the College this year, she has had some connection with the school, as both her brothers are Old Collegians. MR. DONALD WEBB Mr. Donald Webb left the College at the end of second term to take up the position of Executive Officer of the Regional Galleries of Victoria. Mr. Webb's connection with the school began in 1939 and has continued ever since, except for a few years in the late 1940's. His most important responsibility was as warden of the House of Guilds and he occupied this post for thirty years. Officially, he has 'held the fort' in 1973 as Acting Vice-Principal and in 1976 as Acting Headmaster of the Preparatory School.

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MR. D. W. MARTIN In 1959 D. W. Martin accepted the position as Director of Music at The Geelong College. He initiated a number of musical productions in which The Geelong College collaborated with "Morongo" P.G.C., and "The Hermitage", to provide musical experiences in more advanced and more demanding works than had been possible for them as individual schools. Mr. Martin suggested and launched the annual Four Schools Concert in Geelong which has expanded now to seven schools and has become a significant feature of the musical life of Geelong. Outside the schools, Mr. William Martin was by invitation Musical Director of the Madrigal Choir for The Geelong Association of Music and Art (GAMA) for more than twelve years, and convenor of a select committee concerned with standards and correct ordering of Church music in Australia. On the 31st December, 1975, Mr. Martin left The Geelong College to take up the position of Director of Music at Yarra Valley Church of England Grammar School. MRS. SARAH BULLEN Mrs. Sarah Bullen, Dip.P.E., was trained at Melbourne University and taught Senior Girls P.E. at M.C.E.G.G.S., Presentation Convent, Windsor and Shelford C.E.G.G.S., taking charge of Senior Swimming, Baseball, Netball Hockey and Athletics. "I have ben out of teaching for two years to set up a business in Geelong, but was 'persuaded' to come back to teach the girls at Geelong College, which I am thoroughly enjoying."

MISS M. A. HOULT Miss M. A. Hoult has c o m e to the College to join the B i o l o g y / S c i e n c e staff after s p e n d i n g 1975 travelling around south and central America and Canada. Previously, she was teaching with the Education Department in Daylesford, after graduating from Melbourne University with B . S c , Dip.Ed., majoring in Zoology.

He became Deputy-Principal in 1974 f o l l o w i n g the departure of Mr. D. D. Davey and during 1975 accepted full responsibility as head of the Senior School.

MR. M. VAN HEESWYK Mr. M. Van Heeswyk, B.Econ., T.P.T.C., taught for three years with the education department at Cheltenham High S c h o o l , and eight years at Scotch College Melbourne, where he was involved as a Housemaster and with the Cadets, Ski Club, Alpine Hiking Club, Chess, Football, Athletics and Volleyball before c o m i n g to the Geelong College during 1976. Mr. Van Heeswyk has taken up the position of co-ordinator of Social Sciences with teaching of Business Education and Economics.

MR. MICHAEL MURRAY Mr. Michael Murray came to Geelong College in 1974. He was then appointed as Vice-Principal with special responsibility for extra-curricular activities. His background as a Housemaster at The King's School eminently fitted him to fulfil the position. Michael Murray is essentially a schoolmaster who has made caring for students and w o r k i n g for students his life's work. Indeed his approach to involvement in an Independent School is that it is "a way of l i f e " w h i c h d e m a n d s total c o m m i t m e n t and professionalism. What is obvious to those who work with him is his integrity. He has a clear understanding of the standards w h i c h Independent Schools should seek to attain and works positively to ensure that they are attained. His service to Geelong College has been characterized by thoroughness and courage. He has been helped, as has the school c o m m u n i t y , by the ability and energy of his wife, Gina. Westminster School is very fortunate to be obtaining such a dedicated couple.

MR. D. W. STOTT At the end of Term 1, 1976, Mr. Stott left the College to take up his appointment as Principal of St. Peter's Collegiate Girls' School, Adelaide. In 1973 Mr. Doug Stott was appointed as VicePrincipal with particular responsibility for the c o m m u n i t y life of the College. Mr. Stott was a most enthusiastic member of the school band and he performed in a number of concerts which were c o n d u c t e d by Mr. D. W. Martin, the then Director of Music. In 1974, Mr. Stott revealed his capabilities in c o a c h i n g when his 7th VIII won their division of the Junior Regatta. He also coached, with great patience and perseverance, four girls crews in 1976.

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Faculty Reports AGRICULTURE AND SCIENCE

ENVIRONMENTAL

Although the rural scene was in a depressed state, there were active groups at the Vth and Vlth form levels. Class excursions were made to Bacchus Marsh Artificial Breeding Centre, Mr. Simpson's farm, Pivot Fertilizers to see superphosphate production and soil testing, M. C. Herd's abattoirs, Werribee Research Station, Mr. Mountjoy's farm, G i I let's export of stock, and Ivorson's Chicken Hatchery. Visiting speakers were Mr. O'Connell, Taxation Department; Mr. Phillips, Agricultural Consultant; and Mr. Myers, Pivot Agronomist. The Vlth form also visited numerous farms in the Geelong area as part of their main report. At the end of Term 2 the Vth Form had an activity week and some worked on farms, surveying, with vets and in many other positions. This work experience proved valuable in many cases and thanks must go to people for their c o - o p e r a t i o n . At the Geelong Show the Vth Class displayed a soil element deficiency experiment with assistance from Pivot Fertilizers for their nutrient solutions and International Harvester for the foundry sand. There was also a display of cereals and grasses and legumes grown at the College. The Extra Curricular group and the Vth classes raised flower and tree seedlings and some vegetables. The Library Staff are to be c o m m e n d e d for their kind assistance to supply the necessary literature, T.V. Programmes and tape recordings. Special mention must be made of Mr. Baker who assisted the classes in a variety ot ways. C. E. HARBISON.

REPROGRAPHICS

GEOGRAPHY

DEPARTMENT

One noted geographer d e s c r i b e d this subject as being learned through the soles of one's feet. What he meant was that the geographers' laboratory is the world outside the classroom to be explored and closely e x a m i n e d . As another geographer said to laboratory-bound scientists: "I wish they could c o m e with us and practise t h i n k i n g on their feet in all weathers when rain or perspiration drips from one's person and the bar parlour with its insidious temptation to spirituous theorizing insistantly b e c k o n s " . The geography department at Geelong College attempts to give pupils the chance of " t h i n k i n g on their feet in all w e a t h e r s " and does its best to avoid " t h e bar parlour with its . . . spirituous theorizing".

DEPARTMENT

Just to think that less than fifteen years ago, the name of the above mentioned Department was a mere thought. Now electronic advancements have made the image transfer from original to printing plate (called a master) possible by electrical c h a r g i n g carbon black to an adherent surface. Quick drying by way of an added p e t r o c h e m i c a l under forced heat, makes sure that the surface is strong e n o u g h to withstand the printing pressure of a very simple "Offset - P r i n t i n g " press, to print up to approximately 1500 copies of the one printing master, in a very short time span.

Third formers visited the Geelong Water supply c a t c h m e n t in the headwaters of the Barwon River and then f o l l o w e d the channel t h r o u g h w h i c h the diverted waters flow d o w n to the service basins on the hills above Geelong. Fortunately, the weather has neither caused rain nor perspiration to drip from the student's persons, more by good luck than by good management, as dates were planned well in advance. Fourth formers visited the W i m m e r a to study the t o w n s in that district. Students had the opportunity to investigate the s h o p p i n g habits practised bv the Wimmera's inhabitants and to study the facilities that selected towns offer. We were again fortunate in our weather and it was more often that perspiration, or water from the s w i m m i n g pool at the Galaxy Motel d r i p p e d from one's person, than rain.

It is this cheap and fast reproduction method that makes this system fit the requirements of this s c h o o l perfectly. The applications of the Reprographics Department are many. All t e a c h i n g staff rely one way or another on the Reprographics Department, for the supply and fast duplication of t e a c h i n g notes, to complete and c o m p l e m e n t books already in use. Some books out of print have to be r e p r o d u c e d until others again become available.

Fifth formers had the o p p o r t u n i t y of making a detailed study of Geelong in the urban geography topic. It is indeed fortunate that Geelong is just big enough to have the facilities of a large city and yet to be small enough to travel around it in a matter of hours to study the patterns and relationships that exist.

Then there are tests and exams to be printed on all teaching subjects. Some subjects don't lend themselves to teaching from books and these rely entirely on this department with a fast, practical and reliable service. Last but not least are the requirements of the A d m i n i s t r a t i o n , with many forms, school calendars, letters to parents and staff. Notes and minutes for the many meetings and gatherings that an organization such as the Geelong College requires to be printed.

Sixth formers ran the most risk of rain d r i p p i n g from their persons as we visited the mountains near Fall Creek for several days. One memorable trip several years ago, we became snow bound. This year, the weather was so perfect that the w a r m c l o t h i n g , especiahy the Long Johns w h i c h students were r e c o m m e n d e d to wear, had to be removed to prevent perspiration d r i p p i n g from our persons.

As a side interest there is the responsibility of this department for all external printing from the printers in Geelong who supply the s c h o o l with their high quality products.

Perhaps the stories of bar parlours and spirituous theorizing had best be left untold. From my own schooldays, the memories associated with the laboratory outside the classroom have 'provided me with some of my fondest memories. I hope that the geography excursions at Geelong College do the same. N. PATCHETT.

So next time you pass the Reprographics Department have a grin or smile for the man who makes learning hopefully a bit easier and teaching more effective for all c o n c e r n e d . S. DE VRE.

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MATHEMATICS

LANGUAGES

The major developments for this year have been: (a) the introduction of General Maths (Computing option) as a subject for H.S.C. (b) the development of the Mathematical Society as an Extra Curricular activity. (c) the move of the Mathematics department from the Aphrasia Street site to the quadrangle.

French and Latin students at the College achieved considerable success in their respective oral competitions in second term. In the annual competition organized by the 1'Alliance Francaise of Victoria the following students gained awards: FORM IV Dictation: Norman Jevons, 1st Prize. Tim Nelson, Very Honourable Mention. FORM V Poetry-Reading-Conversation: Silvia Ferreira, 1st Prize. David Love, Prix-ors-Concours. Vicki Grove, Very Honourable Mention. Dictation: David Love, Honourable Mention. FORM VI Language Test: Andrew Warland, 1st Prize. Poetry-Reading-Conversation: Andrew Warland, 2nd Prize. Aural Comprehension: Andrew Warland, Honourable Mention. Guy Van Enst, Honourable Mention. In the annual Latin Reading Competition organized by the Classical Association of Victoria and held at Melbourne University, Barry Deenick, Michael Larcombe and Cait Swinburn gained Distinctions and David Love and Richard Kelso gained High Distinctions. Richard was awarded second prize in the fifth form section. Indonesian continued as an alternative to French in the third and fourth forms this year; Mr. Cliff Bosley having taken over this department from Mrs. Elizabeth Wettenhall. In extra curricular activities this year there are small classes in Russian, German, and Ancient Greek. M. B. KEARY.

Firstly the introduction of the Computing Option has been an exciting venture. It was our considered opinion that this subject would now be a better preparation for tertiary studies that the previous General Mathematics. With the emphasis on computer techniques in many tertiary courses it seemed desirable that students have as much preparation for such courses as possible. The practical work for this subject has been carried out on the two computers located within the mathematics department. We are grateful to the V.U.S.E.B. and Mathematics Standing Committee for support in this venture and on the local scene thanks must go to Miss M. R. Neal and Mr. J. H. Douglass for having pioneered this subject in Geelong. Secondly, a major development that has caught the imagination of some students has been the growth of the Mathematical Society. To a large extent the success of this Society is dependent upon the students within it. During first and second terms excellent activities were prepared and presented by J. Thorn, K. Evans, D. Bath and M. Thorne. The areas of interest have been topology, Boolean algebra, paper folding, the fourth dimension via three dimensional models, mathematical puzzles. Lastly, the physical move to the mathematics department to the quadrangle has proved to be very successful. The department consists of five classrooms, a computer room and a seminar/staff work room. Because of this physical arrangement the Mathematics Department retains its sense of unity whilst being very much at the centre of the academic activities of the school. Those three developments have been of great value to the teaching of mathematics within the school and further growth is promised for the future. J. R. NELSON.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: ASSEMBLIES: CURRENT AFFAIRS CHANGES are taking place in religious education, both in the Preparatory and Senior School. R.E. will be co-ordinated from Prep to Senior school terminating in Biblical Studies for Fifth and Sixth Form. This will be a graded programme covering Biblical, doctrinal, studies together with ethics and comparative religions. Classes will be compulsory till 4th Form. Fifth and Sixth Form Biblical Studies will be elective. ASSEMBLIES have been held on Tuesday and Thursday throughout the year. Tuesday Assemblies have been brief with a reading -and prayer followed by a series of topical announcements on academic, sporting and other achievements, and, about coming events. Thursday Assemblies have been longer and have featured some excellent speakers who have proved interesting and inspiring. A very good series is being run by our Registrar, the Rev. E. McLean, in which he takes the students and staff on an imaginary tour of the College indicating the numerous features of traditional and historic interest. CURRENT AFFAIRS is organised jointly with Sixth Form R.E. A wide variety of speakers have brought informative and valuable subjects on a high level as the speakers are expert in their particular subject; for example, Dr. Ian Hansen on education, Dr. F. R. Jevons on the formation of a new University, Mr. Robert Ingpen on art, Dr. Coltman on sex, Mrs. Curnow on the Spastic Centre, a Minister of Religion from Thailand, Mr. Dennis Woodland on Drugs. This has a practical and academic value, which is much appreciated. PROF. JOHN H. WATSON.

SOCIAL SCIENCES AND BUSINESS EDUCATION

GRAPHICS (Technical)

During the middle of Term II, Mr. Gebhardt brought the Social Sciences and Business Education subjects together under one faculty. This was designed so that effective co-ordination and curriculum planning could be developed throughout the Preparatory and Senior Schools. The first task was to examine the Social Science course throughout the Preparatory School and Forms III and IV of the Senior School. The faculty spent some time developing a philosophy for the teaching of Social Science which will be under constant review in 1977. In the Social Studies at lllrd and IVth form, two new courses were introduced. The lllrd form unit is on Rare and Ethnic Relations which is a pilot course for S.E.M.P. (Social Education Materials Project). The IVth form course is a core study on Bougainville, which examines social change. In 1977 two more new courses will be introduced, one of which is called the T.A.B.A. Social Science Course designed mainly for the primary level, and the other, Man: a course of study for form II. Parents of 1977 form II students were invited to an evening viewing of films and simulation games which their children will be doing in this course. The Social Science and Business Education teachers have worked well together in setting a course for this new faculty. Mr. VAN HEESWYK

The change from I.D. (Industrial Drawing), which dealt mainly with Solid Geometry and Technical Drawing, to Graphics and Building Graphics, is nearly complete. Due to our involvement in the "Moderating Committee, Geelong Region, Building Graphics", we are not only contributing to the progress and standards in this field, but also receiving benefits via exchange of ideas — syllabus content — assessment, etc. It is very pleasing to have a number of girls taking the course from Forms III to V. The Graphics department has lost a talented and faithful devotee. Mr. Webb who retired at the end of Term II has represented the College on the Moderating Committees, Geelong Region, Engineering Graphics", and Graphic Communications. He enthusiastically and expertly began implementing new work at Form III and IV level. I am indebted to him for his personal help and wish him well in his new appointment. R. D. WELLS

ECONOMICS As usual, 1976 was another exciting year in the world of Economics. In line with accepted economic practice, the school budget allocation for the subject was seasonally adjusted for inflation, a betterment factor and increased enrolments. It goes without saying that sixth form had an enjoyable and challenging year, but what of form five? In form five, over eighty students set out to discover just what the subject is about and a few succeeded! Scarcity raised its ugly head and was illustrated dramatically by the exponential growth of the water lily. Just a French riddle for those not fortunate enough to study the greatest subject of all — "If a water lily doubled in size every day and took thirty days to cover a pond, on what day would it cover half the pond?" Answer............................................. Water lilies weren't the only things studied. We turned the cream of the form five intellect to studying how to catch a seal, the inefficiency of rural dwellers, "the famous 'Green Stamp Plan' for controlling population growth in a philoprogressitive society, the problems of the little red hen in sharing wealth, and compared the 1976-7 budget to the strategy adopted in the 1930's depression. The grand finale came in November when lovers of economics and culture presented the 1976 Economics Film Festival to a packed house and a captured audience. Once again, special awards were presented for meritorious performances during the year. R. M. MORRIS

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WOODWORK (Technical) During the year the workshop has functioned to capacity for Forms III and IV with classes being between 22 and 24. Form V with only seven students has been able to engage in individual projects for the whole of the year. Many students have produced excellent work, and I must commend the girls, particularly those coming in for the first time at form IV level. Emphasis is placed on "work" as this is a "doing" subject, and students are kept busy throughout the year either on a set project or a student selected one. Notes are not given, but information is imparted throughout the year as the need arises. "Extra Curric." has proved consistently popular with most students judging by the numbers trying to get in on Friday afternoons. During 75 and '76 a large number of hand tools were acquired to give each of the twelve benches adequate basic equipment. Further improvements in 1977 should include more "glueing up" facilities and some portable electric equipment. We are most appreciative of Mr. Deans assistance, in taking the Woodwork classes of Forms III and IV for term three. This has enabled all classes of Woodwork and Graphics to continue without interruption until a new member of staff is appointed for 1977. R. D. WELLS

MUSIC A Committee of Form V English students have taken full responsibility for the production of Pegasus this year, and their efforts and dedication to high standards are to be commended. Mr. D. I. McCallum leaves this vear to take UD an appointment as Senior English Master at St. Anne's and Gippsland Grammar School; and Mrs. Clarke is to return to Matthew Flinders Girls' High School in Geelong. Mr. Roland is to take a year's studv leave durinq 1977 with Mr. Ingham to co-ordinate the activities of the English Faculty.

MUSICIAN IN RESIDENCE: H. NEWNHAM, Esq. MUSIC MASTER: I. LADD, Esq. MUSIC ASSISTANTS: Piano — Mr. I. Ladd, Mrs. J. Backhouse, Miss J. Cook, Miss M. Muller Violin — Miss A. France Guitar— Mr. B. Stahl Cello — Miss L. Connelly Oboe — Mr. M. Guzelian Flute— Mr. M. Guzelian, Mr. J. H. Campbell Bassoon — Mr. B. Marsh Clarinet — Mr. G. Riley Pipes— Mr. J. Taylor Drums — Mr. D. Jeffery This year Mr Hartley Newnham has been appointed Musician-in-residence, combining his own concert activties with the running of the school's music department. In Term II Mr. Ian Ladd joined the staff and is involved in both class teaching and piano tuition. Throughout the year several lunch-time concerts have been given in the Morrison Hall, involving the Band (under Mr. John Mawson), the chamber choir and the best of our instrumentalists. Of these, oboist Kate Hope has been outstanding and showed her worth with second prize in the Geelong Eisteddfod. In Term I, Mr. Newnham gave a recital with pianist Nicholas Routley and soprano Margo Adelson, and in Term II the Chamber Choir from Sydney University presented a concert of early Italian and French music. In Forms III and IV the emphasis has been on creative writing and on experimenting with sounds. Improvised music has been used with Yeat's play "The Cat and the Moon" and in "Thurkaari", which also contained three songs written by Mr. Ladd. The Pipe Band has been in abeyance this year owing to the lack of experienced pipers, but with the new group of younger players now emerging it will be reformed in the New Year.

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ENGLISH On alternate Mondays during the term, members of the English Faculty meet for lunch in the Junior Dining Room. Programmes for English, Literature, Drama and Guided Reading are prepared and discussed with staff members, Mr. E. C. McLean, Mr. C. S. Crockett, Mr. D. I. McCallum, Mr. D. R. Wettenhall, Mr. C. G. Inqham, Mrs. Clarke, Professor J. Watson, Mrs. P. M. Wood (Librarian), Mr. S. P. Gebhardt (Principal) and Mr. W. J. H. Roland (Co-ordinator). Reports from the Academic Planning Committee, In-Service courses, Remedial teaching, new publications and developments in English — such as Language and the Curriculum — Guided Reading Programmes, audio-visual facilities and preparation, planning of syllabuses and setting of examinations, are prepared and discussed so that each member of the faculty is aware of the various activities of the Department within the school. It is worth noting the excellent results achieved in English and Literature in 1975. Drama was introduced as a Form V subject this year; Literature is to become available at this level for students in 1977. There are clear indications that students are preferring to choose subjects in the Humanities. Numbers of students studying English Literature in Form VI has grown from 5 to 23 in the last 3 years. This year two plays, involving over sixty students, were produced in Term II, as well as dramatic and musical performances in the Library to continue the developments from the G.A.M.A. award winning play "The Thwarting of Baron Bolligrew" of last year.

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This body meets over lunch on alternate Wednesdays. It comprises those staff actively engaged in the teaching of all the sciences, both at Senior and Preparatory schools. In addition we have the laboratory manager Mr. Baker, the librarian Mrs. Wood, and in case we stray from the straight and narrow, Professor John Watson, who looks after our spiritual sustenance. We concern ourselves with the design and modification of all our science courses, the provision of teaching aids and other equipment, testing of performance and recommendations for advancement of students at the end of each year. At present we are using a science course for forms 1 to 4, largely designed and written by the staff .although some use of ASEP Units occurs at forms 1 to 2. This course has been used for several years and we are undertaking a review of its content. Changes in our lives because of the advances of science and technology have been rapid and far reaching. The utilization of this new knowledge is equally rapid so that our teaching is outdated quickly. We recognizse this and as far as possible gear our courses to the needs of students. Thus next year some fourth form classes will deal with a topic called 'Materials' and it looks most interesting. Mr. Slingo has been responsible for this and we hope students enjoy it while learning somethinq of the things used in everyday life. Other fourth form classes will do project work, largely of their own choosing and along lines which might suggest themselves. Such projects may run longer than class time would permit, but could be intensely satisfying to those involved. Indeed some may be suitable for inclusion in Science Talent Search 1977. Miss Margaret Hoult is going to pioneer these projects and we hope they are successful. We also hope that some integration of our subject matter with that in other areas may be possible and in particular the Social Sciences come to mind. Provided that any change is relevant, necessary, and possible, we are only too keen to try. The satisfaction we gain as staff is largely due to the success and enjoyment of the students involved. A. A. Grainger

HEAD PREFECT'S REPORT The most important change in 1976 was the replacement of Mr. Thwaites by the new Principal, Mr. Gebhardt. From the students' point of view the adaptation to this change was exteremely s m o o t h , a reflection of the general manner in w h i c h the school operated this year. 1975 served as the introduction of c o - e d u c a t i o n , but this year increased numbers and participation in school activities has finally established the girls as part of the s c h o o l . Note must be made of Sarah Leach, Michele Macauley and Michelle Quigley who became the first girls to be installed as s c h o o l prefects. Mr. Watson, headmaster of the Preparatory School announced his retirement this year, and after thirty-six years of untiring service will be replaced in 1977 by Mr. Ian M a c M i l l a n . We wish Mr. Watson well during retirement, and pass on our appreciation for his work with sincere thanks. This year will also mark the closing of the Prep, boarding house, which a very short time ago was a strong point in College b o a r d i n g life. A l t h o u g h sad, this o c c u r r e n c e seemed inevitable with increasing financial burden and decreasing numbers of boarders. During this year the College has attained excellent results, in several sports. Without doubt the highlight of success was the winning of the Head of the River w h i c h ended the sixteen-year 'drought' since the last College victory. Full credit must also go to the first XVIII for all their hard work for the s c h o o l . Major success in sport will provide encouragement and offer incentives, but high morale is not completely dependent on this. Sporting incentive may be one o u t c o m e ,

but this year has shown evidence of full involvement in areas such as music, drama and academic achievement. A slight re-arrangement in the house prefect system and a capable sixth form, proved that a senior student can gain respect by using initiative and b e c o m i n g fully involved. This was evident in both the sporting, academic, cultural and organizational aspects of the s c h o o l . The importance of this is that younger students will naturally follow older ones, and success hinges on whether such leadership is desirable or undesirable. A school year is often assessed by the influence of the s c h o o l ' s senior members. In this regard 1976 may be described as relatively 'quiet', but not apathetic. I believe that any system which loses m o m e n t u m or drive will fail to progress; especially undesirable in e d u c a t i o n . This type of environment can breed a negative attitude, w h i c h this year was generally absent. Consequently, the school reached high standards other than in sport, and imDroved school spirit was maintained by good morale. Such an achievement develops with time, and cannot be f o r c e d , or even said to be c o m p l e t e . What is gained in a year can also be lost in a year; meaning that generation must c o m e from within the school. If such involvement is c o n t i n u e d then the present standards will be preserved or even improved. I am sure that much of the incentive was derived n o t ' o n l y from success but from encouragement by students and staff. This essential element helped create a feeling of unity, and minimized p r o b l e m s with the running of the s c h o o l . With c o - e d u c a t i o n b e c o m i n g increasingly important, and the school e x p a n d i n g , this should remain an invaluable asset in future years. Stephen

Laidlaw

SCHOOL PREFECTS Back Row: G. C. Schaller, D. C. Osborne, M. J. Perkins, M. D. Komp, H. L. Cock, W. J. Sloane, A. G. Morrison. Front Row: Michelle L. Quigley, D. J. Cooper, S. J. Laidlaw (Capt.), Mr. S. P. Gebhardt, S. L. Bell (Vice-Capt.), Sarah E. M. Leach, Michelle Macauley.

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SCHOOL CAPTAIN'S REPLY TO SCHOOL TOAST AT VALEDICTORY DINNER To any school, institution or environment, change has enormous influence and different effects. The majority of us here tonight have passed through 5 or 6 years of College life, and during that time we have witnessed a period of change, that in many ways was quite unique. Tonight, I would like to quickly 're-surface' these years, SOME of which most of us have probably forgotten. I think it is at least interesting to remember some of what's happened, even if we don't appreciate it. Once again, for most of us, 1976 was our most important year from the academic point of view. The first major change this year was the replacement of Mr. Thwaites by Mr. Gebhardt as Principal. For myself this change was to influence me during the year, as it no doubt did others, directly as indirectly. But from my position I can say that working with a new Principal had definite advantages. For example, I obviously hadn't been School Captain before, nor had Mr. Gebhardt been Principal of Geelong College before. It became inevitable during first term that situations would arise where Mr. Gebhardt would ask, 'What normally happens?' and I would smile sweetly and reply, 'I've got absolutely no idea.' The advantages of this was that either Mr. Stott or Mr. Murray offered the helping hand, and secondly that we did not always feel obliged to do what had been done in the past. This became evident during rowing camps before first term, when I first met Mr. Gebhardt for the first time. This meeting was one of first impressions, and it's here that I would like to note a seemingly irrelevant point. That is that I have seen, during my life, many rabbits, possibly 100's, 1000's, but to encounter an angora rabbit in the Principal's study was slightly unexpected. Although house trained it didn't indulge in coffee, and, as a boarder I later found that the biological interests also included guinea-pigs, and dogs. On returning from the September holidays the existence of a new 6 foot fence enclosing the Principal's garden, assured us that emus would soon be in residence. Although this did not eventuate, the fence at least kept the dogs in, and made the path around Mackie oval somewhat less hazardous, to boarders walking to the Dining Hall. But this change in our school lives, is merely a final one, to end the period of change we have seen. All school careers differ from year to year but during our time, the change has at times been historical. I would like to mention a few of these changes, as they occurred chronologically, although it would be impossible to mention them all.

Firstly 1971 saw the end to the height in boarding numbers, the boarding continued to fall, until now, when the closing of the Preparatory boarding house has become a reality. Thus we have seen one of the school's strongpoints collapse within a very short period. In 1973 we were introduced to a recently changed Senior School house system, which was to last one more year. In 1975 the vertical boarding house system was changed to the now horizontal system, thus removing Mackie and Warrinn as sporting and boarding houses. Likewise Coles and Wettenhall were introduced as day houses, and the 'new Warrinn' became residence for senior boarders. For the first time weekly-boarders were admitted during that year; in which the history-making event was the introduction of co-education. Five years ago few of us would never have forseen such change. We also remember innumerable changes of staff and students, and of buildings and grounds. These all piece together to make a school we may hope to remember for life, or forget as quickly as possible; maybe tonight. But these changes in administration systems, and the physical side of the school are only part of the school's existence. More importantly the school is the people in it, one which creates a close-knit community. I see this asset as invaluable, one which no Council could ever buy, and one that exists at Geelong College. Finally it is here that I must refer to 1976. I believe that during our years at Senior School there has been a gradual change in the atmosphere and morale of the school. 1976 began with the highlight in first term of winning the Head of the River, probably considered the ultimate in A.P.S. Sports. Such a success will provide encouragement and offer incentive, but high morale is not completely dependent on this. This year has shown evidence of full involvement in areas other than sport. For example a re-arrangement in the house prefect system showed that potential exists, and that a senior student can gain respect from younger students, by using initiative and becoming involved. Future success of such a system depends completely on whether the leadership is desirable or undesirable. In assessing a school year, the influence of the school's senior members is of great importance. In this regard I see 1976 as relatively 'quiet', but not apathetic. It appears that any system which loses momentum or drive will fail to progress. The result may be a negative attitude which this year, was generally absent. Consequently, the school is capable of reaching high standards, and has, whether it be in music, drama, sport or the academic side. To me that indefinite term 'School Spirit' exists presently in its best form; 'good morale'. Such an achievement develops with time, cannot be forced, and is never complete. If the school is going through this 'change', then generation must continue to come from within it. I am sure involvement and incentive was derived not only from success, but from encouragement by students and staff. It is essential that a school of Geelong College's size maintains the sense of being a 'unit as strong' as it is. If the school can remain mobile, and use ail change to full advantage, then an invaluable asset will be preserved for future years. And for those of us leaving, we will remember at least 1976, because it was worth remembering.

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ORIGINAL WORK SIC ITUR AD ASTRA PEGASUS, Emerging Graciously, Alluringly. Sea-born; Undulating; Serpentine PEGASUS, Eagerly Growing; Always Stretching; Unfolding Skywards. PEGASUS, Ever Gaining Ascension; Searching, Upwards Soaring. PEGASUS, Empyrean Gladiator; Action, Summonsing Utmost Sacrifice. PEGASUS, Energetic, Glittering, Aeronaut; Scintillating Under Starlight. PEGASUS, Emulative, Gyrating, Astronaut; Sratospheric, Ultrastellar Sovereign. PEGASUS, Ecstatic, Glorious Apotheosis. Superlative, Ubiauitous Spirit.

C.S.C.

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LOVE IS JUST A FOUR LETTER WORD I sat with Peg on the bus bench in Sydney, feeling exhausted as I watched her smile at the passer-by. She turned her smile towards me and I realised with a twinge that she was stronger than I. Sitting on the bench, cold and damp from the drizzle, hungry and tired, she still could smile and play and plan the dream she was constructing, while I could only shiver and think of the fifteen hundred runaway miles between me and home. We were both sixteen. In the two weeks since we had run away together, she had been delighted by the adventure, whereas I was cold and hungry. I wanted to go home. Peg tucked her legs under her long skirt and lay her head on my shoulder. As we had done each day in Sydney, we waiked four miles to the St. Vincent de Paul's where free food was doled out to transients. "Do you want to go to the commune tomorrow?" she asked. I was very quiet, watching reflections on the sidewalk, reluctant to answer. She pressed. "Well? No use staying in Sydney any longer." My voice sounded the way I felt, exhausted and flat. "It's no good, Peg. It doesn't work here either. Something's wrong." Sydney was no different from Kalamunda. That was what was wrong. The world had not changed in fifteen hundred miles. Two weeks earlier, with the smog, a blue curtain of choking people who faces turned away from the sky, I had left, feeling cramped and frantic. But Sydney was blue-grey too, a shade darker, a moist slate that drizzled morosely day after day while I grew sadder and lonelier. Peg held my hand and explained. "Tom, it's the city. We'll leave it. Well go to that commune. Living on a farm, sleeping in a barn, it'll be far out. Sydney is just another smelly city. It gets me down too." I loved to hear Peg talk, her voice happy and lifting like a song, but with a chord of simple sadness, of regret for living in a century after her real time. She was born a pioneer woman in a suburban town and she couldn't fit in her horizons. I said, "I'm not going to fit in the commune, Peg. We don't even know if they'll let us into it. We're jailbait." For us the commune was an address, a hundred miles north from where we are now. The address was a gift from a driver who had picked us up hitch-hiking. Peg urged me, plain and sweet. "Oh, come on Tom. We've gone all this way. Let's finish. We'll go to the farm. Have you ever slept on straw? You haven't? No wonder you're always so depressed. Come on. We can get fat on country fresh milk and cheese. I can play the guitar and sing and you can write poems. Just dream, and forget about the city. Let's get out of the city!" "No, no, something's wrong. Not just with the city, but with me. It's nothing I can say, it's just the city . . ." "Bull!" said Peg. "No, it's just that something is wrong. It doesn't matter where I am, I just don't feel as if I fit. I feel like . . . the people . . . I keep moving on, and everywhere . . . I get the feel that I just take up space, am of no use . . . I can't explain it, I just feel it. I don't fit." 'I knew what was wrong, but it was one of those things that defy words. I was sad each day, and sadness weighs more when laden with wet cement. There was not a direction, a destination I could feel, and wherever I went I felt frowns meaning, "You don't belong here". With all the people I met it was either, "All right, I'll give you a hand, but I resent it, and you had better know it" or just plain frostiness or trying to steal from me. Made me feel really wanted. I did not want to meander up to the farm for more of the same. A farm. It would be a different loneliness, even with Peg. I figured that back home I could be needed, instead of needing. Back home was a destination, with a welcome, eventually. Going north . . . I could not see an end. "I'm going back, heading back, Peg." Finally. No more argument . . ." "Tom, you've been making yourself more and more unhappy everyday. If you don't stop, you're never going to break out of it. If you go back to kalamunda, you're going to hurt yourself. The farm will give you a break, a chance to clean out your head."

The farm was the centre of Peg's dream. She was in love with the thought. I was somehow afraid of it. Clean straw, sun and seasons would seem a further disguise, no part of anything I had ever lived. I was wary of needing the farm, with its airy, green protection, afraid of taking it for granted, leaving me wide open when the time came to leave it, leaving me far from myself . . . "I'm going home. I have to." She looked at me for a moment. Then she nodded. "You came a long way, just to leave." "I have to go. I'll know why later. Can you handle the farm yourself?" She nodded, smiled and nudged closer to me. "Sure, I'll miss you." "Oh, I'll come back up here, to the farm. I've got to take care of what's wrong, figure it out." "I know, Tom. I know. Just because I found what I was, doesn't mean you've found it. You can't always share. I hope you find what you need. I'll write." She kissed me lightly on the cheek, stood and left. Two runaways, going in different directions . . . I never saw her again. I left Sydney, sitting in the back of an open truck in the rain, the driblets of water freezing my back and my long hair splattering wet against my face. The truck pulled off the freeway. Curious I knocked on the cab window and raised my eyebrows. The man inside gestured off the road. A tiny cafe — Wing's Chinese Food — Fresh Coffee — Sandwiches. We parked, and the driver walked back to open the rear gate for me. I thanked him and walked towards the door. The first step through the screen door almost frightened me. I was so hungry. Two weeks plus, without one decent meal. I was almost afraid to be inside and to let all those smells overwhelm me. A seventy-cent budget didn't allow more than one cup of coffee per stop until home. It would have been good enough to sit in the dry shop and sip something hot. But the oriental aroma was driving me crazy with hunger. It was bleak. Two weeks without eonugh food to feed a dog and how could I make the rest of the trip without breaking down, with that Chinese food torture letting me know how hungry I was? The Chinese lady hung over me, tapping her hand with the order pad. I looked at the menu, for the exercise. I saw hidden away . . . steamed rice 15c. Fifteen cents!! I could afford food! "I'll like a bowl of rice, please." She waited. Then, "Hmmmmm. No —thing else, please?" "No thanks." Admit it. "That's about the extent of my money, really. Rice is fine." "Hmmmmm. You sure?" with the question marks accented in her voice. "I'm sure. Oh, and could I have chopsticks?" She brightened. "You eat chopsticks!" she smiled. "And you only have money for rice. Okay. Rice." She smiled again showing dark gaps between her teeth. She left the counter and spoke quickly and softly to her husband in Chinese, with its tongue clickings and snaps. She dished me an enormous plate of rice, five scoopfuls that formed a tall mound with grains dripping off the edge of the dinner plate. "Eat. You're hungry." I looked up amazed, "Fifteen cents for a huge platter of rice?" "Well, thank you. Thanks a lot." I spfinkled sea-salt on the rice, clenched the chopsticks and dug in. The Chinese woman watched me, smiling, and went back to her job. Her hausband stalked up to me, grim in his stained apron. He blocked her view towards me. "Don't tell her, my wife. She get angry. Listen, these are only leftovers. Bottom of the pot. Terrible." He made a face. "Fill you up. Make rice better. My wife, she makes terrible rice." He ladled chow mein vegetables from the bottom of the pot, rich and thick with sauce, simmered in the pot until it had mouth-staggering richness and delicacy. He ladled and ladled until you couldn't see the stack of rice beneath. "She say you hungry, you eat. No charge." I looked up amazed. Thank you!" Thanks a lot." He looked at me with wide eyes, shushed me with his fingers. "You eat."

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"I'LL SEE YOU AT ONE" The wife served the other customers in the shop. She came up to me and smiled her crazv smile. I looked back, and she began pouring me some fresh, good-smelling coffee. "You listen," she whispered. "We have leftover coffee — bottom of kettle. Either vou drink or we throw away. No charge. You want coffee, no charge?" I was just too incredulous to answer. I dug into my fifteen cent meal as happy as I haven't been for months. Eating my head off because of true charity, eating a meal tastier and more filling than any restaurant meal I'd ever had, because the couple was just too much. I polished off every grain of rice. The trio from the truck paid their bill and walked out. I lingered, feeling full, stuffed and grateful. I looked at them, grinned and shook my head. "I don't know how to . . . thank you. Thanks a lot. I was really hungry." I clicked my fifteen cents down, regretting the lack of an enormous tip. The husband looked angry and pushed the two coins back at me. "Hey, no charge." "No, no, no. I have to pay. I have to. You were really nice to me." "What do you mean, nice? No charge; that's absolute final." His wife broke in. "You liked food, right? You . . . go home. You were hungry, now you go home." How did she know I was going home? "Well, thank you. Thank you so much." They knew. I don't know how. They knew I was going home, after being a runaway. Maybe. They had learned it, as I learned from them. When I was bitter and hungry, angry at everyone, they were simple enough to touch me with food, not words. It seems when you really need people, when you're lost, someone finds you. Someone will help you. I got back on the truck in the rain, a little warmer, full of food, a glimmer more happy. I was ready for home. Ready for what I could make my home. Silvia Ferreira, 5

The ball cut through the patent blue, oblivious that its fluid flight was about to be interrupted by a pair of wide spread hands. The usual roar went up and Jessie yawned. Out for a duck — so what? "Looking for a pick-up gorgeous?" It had to be Sam. "Sure, how else do you expect me to earn my keep?" "Hmm, I might take you up on that. Goin' to Crosby's orgy tonight?" "Doubt it. You know dear old dad. I usually have to stand on my head before daring to pursue such a delicate subject." "Oh well, start practising kid and ring me at six if you can." "Okay Sam, see you later." "Chow chick." Jessie watched him go. It wouldn't be too good for the reputation to go to a party with Sam Hudson, but her parents needn't know that. And besides, she thought, "I'll be at uni' in three weeks". That would mean a lot of things. The muted orange light of the Crosby's contrasted enticingly with the earthly throb of the music bursting out the open windows, pressing against the heavy, warm air. Jessie took one last look at herself in the rear-vision mirror and felt content at the reflection of a shadowy face, lighted by large blue eyes and a cascade of sunny gold hair. She knew that she looked good; and her mother's disapproval of her low-cut dress only added to her satisfaction. "Thanks for driving me, dad and I'll see you at one." "Now you're sure the Casey's are bringing you back?" "Yes dad. Don't worry. Bye." She walked away as the car swung out the gates and wondered what she was leaving behind. The red tail lights glowed in the dark. A warning? "Hi Jess! Come on in, the water's fine!" "Hi Jacko, sounds like the fun's started already." "Too right it has. Like a drink?" "Not yet thanks, I'll wander round first and say gidday." "Okay kid, you asked for it." The room was hazy with smoke, and the crystal chandelier looked distinctly out of place. Jessie saw Sam and John watching her. She suddenly felt shy and out of place, like the chandelier. A glass of beer smashed onto the floor, its jagged edges glared menacingly at the bare feet dancing around it. "Well if it ain't Lady Godiva herself." "Gidday people!" Her voice sounded confident and self assured, but Jess knew it was only a facade. Sam sure was good on the eyes, but he knew it and showed it. "Come on Sheila, let's dance." Sam grabbed her arm and pulled her into the crowd of dancers. The music was loud and full, the room vibrated with its sensuality. Jess felt that surge of rhythm and let the music take over. The heavy smell of beer and perfume bore down on the flowing, lost silhouettes. Darkness and a warm, hard body. Soft hair falling across a perspiring forehead. "I love you." "You're stoned." "So are you." Jess laughed and examined the glowing tip of her cigarette. She looked at Sam and tried to ignore the way she felt. Miss Jessica Daniels of 63 Barklay Road, Sharlton was a well behaved, intelligent young lady — brought up in a household of sound morals, church every Sunday and domineering parents. The air throbbed and Sam turned the light out. The clock in the hallway struck two. L. Elliott (IV)

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THE TREE Of late, I have perceived a tree Of height no more than I which stands surrounded, by a fence, In a cemetery. And on this tree grows leaves, Of green, of brown, of yellow. Which fall in autumn, And rise, in spring Again. It was planted to the memory, sacred it be, Of Peter, the pauper, late of this area Who departed this life, In Autumn, Last year. And 'tis said, so they say, That Green was his name That yellow was his skin And that he fell, like brown, In Autumn, last year. A. Warland (VI)

FURTUNDA The sun came up from the hills in the east, young and yellow and ready for another day. The wind blew and a cloud of dust rose up from the ground. The ants had already started the day and were scurrying in and out of an old rotten bone. The young man watched all, as always. He stood with one foot resting on his knee and a spear in the other hand. The tribe had much respect for him. He would undoubtedly become a member of the council. He had killed one sabretoothed tiger in his life and the teeth of the animal hung glistening round his neck. He was 25 years old, but he didn't know. He had four inglas (wives) and eight children. They were hunting mammoth today, tracks had been found yesterday heading south, maybe he would get one tusk. He already had one. It hung around his waist on a bit of hair. One of his youngest sons crawled out of the cave and hung onto his father's knee. He gently pushed him aside and walked over to the stream and drank deep long gulps of water. The rest of the tribe came up from the caves and ran toward the stream. Young women with babies clutched at their sides, children leaping and frollicking, and old men forty years old. The young man, Furtunda, (shining spear) had his old man at home. He was dying, so no one tried to help him. The dying were to be left alone. Anyway he also joined in the fun of the early morning. The day had begun. After drinking from the stream, everyone raced up to the place where half a deer had been eaten the day before and the other half lay waiting. Ants, flies and other insects had got to it already. This was the meat Furtunda had faithfully guarded last night. The men wrenched out hunks of meat and ate. They left the scraps to the inglas and children. All feasted on the meat which they ate raw. The blood dripped from their hands and the meat crushed in the teeth of their hungry mouths. They would eat all but the hide, which would be dried and scraped by inalas and the heart which would be sacrificed to the great god Kiandiggi (aod of the sky). The idea being when the heart was burnt the smoke would rise up into kia (sky) and so to the giant cave of Kiandiggi. Now for the rest of the day the women and children would hunt leaves and fruit and the men would go mammoth huntina. If they brought back nothing they would starve. More babies would die, more inglas weep, and the hill of the dead would have more blood poured over its dusty sides. But no! Today there would be a feast! The celebration for a man who would be the first to throw a spear at the mammoth. If they caught one.

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They started the hunt at ten o'clock. They didn't know. All they knew was that the shadows were shorter. They started off heading the way the tracks had done yesterday. The sun was getting hot. It blazed down on their bronzed backs. Twie Gaheki (moonbeam) the leader gave warning of some carnivorous cat lurking in the shadows of the jungle. Gaheki was the best at hearing and smelling . It was instinct how he new danger. They always brought him. Ages later when the sweat beads glistened on their skin, Tekichi found footprints and soon after they spotted the mammoths drinking at a lagoon. The one nearest was well sized. He was huge in fact. His great mammoth tusks were so white. He had long woolly brown hair and his skin was wrinkled and saggy. The herd had about ten in it. There were two babies which would have seemed easy to get at but they knew if they fought the baby there would be the mother as well. Although the male was strong be would be best. They circled round the herd keeping out of sight in the undergrowth of the jungle. Furtunda noticed Hindawee was quivering and grunting. He, himself felt a bit afraid but he kept it to himself. Would he be first to throw a spear? Oh yes! Please great god Memala! (God of animals.) They found a place where a spear could easily be thrown into his right side. Furtunda reached for his spear but Getemar grabbed his arm and whispered hoarsely to Furtunda that he would be first to throw the spear. "Ka" (no) Furtunda spat in his face. Getamar held his arm tighter and wrenched it behind his back. "Ki men zala hon" (if you throw spear I kill you) Getamar growled. The rest of the tribe watched. They knew there would be a fight. A fight to death. Furtunda grabbed his spear but Getamar threw it away. Now all he had was his stone knife and a club. He tried to reach his knife but Getamar was on him. He hit Furtunda with a club. The pain raced up his leg but he didn't utter a word and clenched his teeth even tighter. He grabbed his club and hit Getamar over the head. Getamar dropped like a stone and lay there dazed and helpless. Furtunda thrust his knife with powerful thrusts deep into his heart. There was a shout in the tribe and Gaheki threw his spear high in the air (a sign of great joy). And even Tekichi, not his best friend, said Kiandiggi would bow before him for this. Getamar had never been liked before. He thought he was tough and picked on smaller people than him. He had picked the wrong person this time. Although small, Furtunda was strong. Now they gave him the right to throw the first spear. He had a limp from the blow Getamar had given but nothing stopped him from throwing that spear. He picked it up and got it in line with the mammoth and then thrust it forward. The spear shone for a moment in the afternoon sun and then it plunged into the saggy grey hide of the mammoth. The mammoth let out a great trumpeting roar and froth poured out the sides of his mouth. The other mammoths hearing his roar stampeded towards the men. The' men ran out of the way except for Mukeeta who always boasted how brave he was. He thought the mammoths would run a different way seeing his braveness. But when he saw the mammoths coming he let out a blood curdling scream and died under their plundering feet. No one bothered about Mukeeta. He would have his blood poured over the hill of the dead, his ingla's would weep but he would not be remembered for more than a week. Only his death would remain. Death by a mammoth was shameful and his children and inglas were to have the shame resting on them for ever. They would be slaves to every other living thing. What was more important than Mukeeta was the wounded mammoth. He was rearing and bucking. His eyes had a terrified look. The next to throw a spear was Niandiggi, he thrust it into the mammoth's left back leg. It roared a second time and Tekechi threw a third spear which plunged deep into the mammoth's heart. The mammoth slowly dropped to the ground with a thud. There was cheering among the men. A great battle had been won! Victory was theirs! Niandiggi and Furtunda would get the tusks and Tekichi Would have one ring of teeth round his neck. There would be a great feast tonight! Furtunda went and stood upon the beast's belly. He Dulled the spear out and licked the dripping blood from it. He now was a true warrior!

Now came the worst part, pulling the beast home. They made grass ropes and tied them to the mammoth. They started to pull and slowly they dragged the mammoth along. Fitty men pulling four tons of victory. They came to the place where Mukeeta and Getamar had died. Gaheki came and smeared some oft he blood from Mukeeta's poor trampled body onto his hand. He didn't go near Getamar. Getamar was filled with an evil spirit. His family would be cast out of the tribe forever. Slowly the men dragged the beast home and finally they reached the caves. The caves were deserted. The men dropped their ropes and stood waiting for a sign of welcome. Where were the children, the leaping, young, joyful children? Where were the ingla's working? Then one ingla came out of the cave nearest. There was no smile on her face. She was as sad and solemn as could be. First she looked at Furtunda and then spoke. Apparently Furtunda's son had a fever. A fever was an evil spirit and all related to someone with it were to be thrown out. Everyone looked at Furtunda who looked at the ground blankly. Slowly he started walking towards the west hill. He walked toward the setting sun. He walked up the hill and when he reached the top he threw his head back and wailed in despair. Why despair after victory? Oh why? Then he vanished into the setting sun. A. B. Keary

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HAPPINESS SADNESS HAPPINESS SADNESS HAPPINESS SADNESS HAPPINESS SADNESS HAPPINESS SADNESS HAPPINESS SADNESS HAPPINESS SADNESS

is e x p l o r i n g a cliff is falling off the cliff is finding a precious stone is losing it is finding a gold ring is finding out it's plastic is buying a lolly is d r o p p i n g it is playing with a cricket ball is qetting hit by it is g o i n g on holiday is when it's raining is writing poems is the teacher writing repeat across the page. J. Seabridge, 6D

IT'S NOT ONLY ME or (A Pessimistic View Of The First Day At A New School) Nervous. I slowly walk t h r o u g h the gate, Quite prepared for my fate. Where to go? The bell will go soon, Suppose the girl's c o m m o n room. Gee, I feel a real dag. Why does my uniform seem to sag, And at the same time look so stiff and new? Now what do I do? Help ! Someone says to go to house assembly. Where is that? Won't someone please tell me? At least I know my house. I creep in like a mouse. The eyes are turned towards me. I pretend not to see, But I know I'm going red, So I self consciously lower my head. The next ordeal to be had, Is the roll call, Which surely can't be that bad. Oh, I do believe I'm going queer, So I whisper out a shaky, " h e r e " . We are seated in the hall. The tenseness is now faintly d i m i n i s h e d , For people's attention is diverted, Until this ceremony is finally finished. At recess, my friend and I, By and by, Encounter Guy. Realisation o c c u r s to me, That this is how it is to be. Many other people, eyes stark, Reminds me that I am the only being, Who wanders around without seeing. We all feel a bit like prize cows, Who are j u d g e d and looked at through the hours. " L o o k at her. No, she's a derr. Hey, but isn't that the one? What are y a ? " And the inevitable, " Y e a h " . Or the sudden quietness that descends, On conversations. And the observations, That occur, when we Unobtrusively saunter by. The afternoon has finally c o m e , Too quickly maybe for some. English the subject to be done, An essay, Which is to be handed in, T o m o r r o w m o r n i n g , first thing. One more class, And at last, This traumatic e x p e r i e n c e , Will become, hence, A thing of the past, To be looked and laughed at. But it is a real comfort, When I'm feeling low, That I realise it's not only me, You know. Anne Moore (V)

THE BLIND MEN

AND THE HIPPOPOTAMUS

Six blind men all went by bus, To feel the amazing H i p p o p o t a m u s , They went out of interest to see what shape, This well known creature might possibly take. The first went up t r e m b l i n g with fear Only to grab the animal's ear " W h y " he e x c l a i m e d feeling this spot " t h i s creature's just like a dried a p r i c o t " . The second frightened like the last T o o k hold of the creature's tongue and gasped Then he took an almighty lunge, and said " t h i s thing is simply a flat, wet, sponge. The third stood up and walked round the rail, And reached out and g r a b b e d the " h i p p o ' s " tail, He c h u c k l e d then spoke " O h Good L o r d " " T h i s thing is nothing but a piece of c o r d " . The fourth came round to feel his b o d , " h m m m " h e thought " h o w very o d d " " Y o u r last description's are not right at all, This thing here's a moving, large vinyl w a l l " .

GUM NUT Falling Leaving home On me it s t o p p e d Australia's apple.

The fifth went up and happened to pause, At this huge creature's e n o r m o u s jaws " W h y " he cried to the first other four, " t h i s hippo is just like a blunt hack s a w " . R. George (V)

The sixth came next (the last of their fleet) and stumbled across the animal's feet, Then after falling with a noisy clunk, Yelled, this creature ain't nothing but an o l ' tree t r u n k " . Lindsay M c K e n d r i c k (III)

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THE BALLAD OF BUCKLEY He lived alone by the river's bank, The river had no name. He never spoke to anyone, To his place, no one came. His name was Buckley, nothing else, He often shed a tear; But to people in the township close His name brought them great fear The country folk from far and near, Made plans to help the man. They thought and thought and racked their brains, But could not make a plan. They agreed to go together All the folk would go at once, They would go just after breakfast, But they went just after lunch, The men went first and then the women, They went in peace to find The man whose name was Buckley; They hoped he did not mind. When Buckley saw them coming Not knowing 'twas in peace He ran to find a hiding spot, Just like a hunted beast. The townsfolk ran to catch him, But Buckley stood his ground. His fierce yes, now helpless, Looked slowly all around. With fearful eyes and pounding heart And terror in his mind, He shouted loud, "Just let me be," Not knowing they were kind. He stepped upon a jagged rock, Which shook beneath his weight. It was on the very brink Of what would be his fate. It wobbled o n c e j o o often, "Look out!" one man then calls, With open mouth he stopped abrupt, To watch as Buckley falls. Liz France (IV)

ROCK Stay with me, Rock. Do not die, do not crack, Comfort and protect me. Let me crouch behind, Your strength, in my moment of peril. Take the deathly blows, Do not crumble. Expose your rough, savage hide, To the ruthless enemy, Ohi Rock, I leave my life, In your trustworthy care. You are the author, You write the book of my destiny. If only I could be as you are, Rock You lie silent, Staring in the face of danger. You are the face, I am the mind. Together, we shall survive. y Richard Bell (V)

DAN KELLY As I toured the old town of Beechworth, ;Tne days of the past flashed me by, Ned Kelly horse-rustling the paddocks, And the farmers a givin'-a-cry. "They say Dan robs only the rich And often gives back to the poor," "I'll believe it when I see it!" Said Paddy O'Flynn from Kilmore. I felt the coaches pass me, Hurrying to mine up the gold, Then Dan Kelly came on to the scene A-steaiin', cocky and bold. There was fightin' and robbin' a plenty, Till a shout was heard all around, "In the name of the law, I must shoot you." But Dan was ne'er to be found. Soon the people hurried back to their mining, Their memories of danger had passed. They happily danced and they shouted When they reached the goldfieids at last. 'I've found much gold," roared one, Then followed a terrible shout —• "Ned Kelly and brother have come here, And finally cleaned me out," There was fightin' and robbin' a plenty, Till a shout was heard all around. "In the name of the law, I must shoot you!" But Dan was ne'er to be found. The people more cautiously mined Kept quiet about finding gold, Till the rush of the day was over in the dusk tali stories were fold. The oil lamps and stars were a~shinin\ And ail was quiet one night, When following a terrible uproar The Kelly gang rode into sight There was fightin' and robbin' a plenty, Till a shout was heard all around. "In the name of the law, I must shoot you!" That's when Dan fell to the ground. When the peace and quiet returned, And I thought of the blood that had spilled, I woke to the voice of the guide, "That's where Dan Kelly was killed." T. Carruthers (IV)

"ROCK AND ROLL I GAVE YOU ALL THE BEST YEARS OF MY LIFE" So swiftly the sun is smothered, Beneath a whirl of clouds. And in the tortured shadows, I see the cheering crowds. I gave to them my happiness. My body, my mind, my soul, And in return they loved me, Applauding my puppet role? How often have I heard, That love is ail you need. And money's a misconception, That only points to greed. I have no lust for money, And I'm still not world renowned. And the love has turned to apathy, Well life , . . I've let you down, L. Elliott (IV)

THE TREE Deep, deep the shadows; little pools of light spilling through the clouds high overhead. The tree stands so still, day and night, hardly a movement anywhere, as the day slowly passes by. The leaves on the branches sit very still, catching every bit of sun, but undisturbed by the wind. The tree's life is so very long, as it stands so beautifully, basking in the sun. John Neale (IV)

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THE STORMY HORSE (Awarded Second Prize Grade 3 Section, T.O.G.A. Competition) It was a sunny morning and Stormy had just woken up. It was about to rain and when it rained it started to thunder. Stormy's master was a little boy whose name was Steve. It stopped raining. Steve was about to feed Stormy when he saw there were no more oats for Stormy. So Steve let Stormy go to eat the grass. So Stormy ran out of the paddock and as he ran he got caught in a rabbit trap. Steve was not looking at Stormy. Stormy was sweating. Soon it was night and Steve noticed that Stormy had not come home so he went to look for his horse. He saw something lying on the ground, so he went to look at it. Steve knew at once it was Stormy, so he went inside and rang up the vet. "Hello, this is Steve and my address is 16 Angle Road, Grovedale. I have a sick horse." "I will be there in a minute, Steve." . . . "Hello Steve, where is your horse?" "Outside, caught in a rabbit trap," cried Steve. "Then let's hurry." The vet carefully removed the trap. Steve said "What about her leg?" Forget it Steve, for Stormy is having a baby." "A baby," said Steve in excitement. Then he noticed something blue. It was a baby foal. "Gosh," said Steve, "little things like that should be kept in a drawer till they are big." Stormy is really a brave horse. "What are you going to call her Steve?" said the vet. "Since she is blue I will call her Bluey." "I am afraid to tell you that Stormy is going to die," said the vet. "I do not know what to do for poor Stormy." Then the Angels began to sing in Steve's heart. "Well Steve I will have to take Stormy to the museum." "Steve you had better get to bed." Then the vet put Stormy into his truck and went back to the city. In the morning Steve said, "I think I will call the foal Stormy." And Steve and Stormy lived happily ever after. C. Scott, Grade 3.

THE MAGIC CARPET (Awarded 4th Prize Grade 3 Section, T.O.G.A. Competition) There was once a magic carpet that lay on the floor of an old, old house in a small village with only twenty-five houses in it. But every million years it sailed up into the sky and came down a day later. Sometimes it would take you far away. This story is about the magic carpet and one of its adventures. Once upon a time in the year six thousand (a day after Christmas) the carpet began to lift off the floor and into the air. It went out the door and up, up into the blue sky. It raced along and came down in the Land of Giants, landing on a flower petal. There was a little nut on the carpet which rolled off and stopped by a flower. The nut grew two legs ,two arms and of course two eyes. It started to walk across the flower then climbed down the stem and stopped on the ground. In the distance he could see a huge toadstool with a door thirty centimetres high and windows sixty centimetres up. So the nut decided to knock on the strange door. But straight away the door was opened by a little man who stared at the nut. Then he said, "Come in and sit down." So the nut sat down and said, "Hello, what is your name?" "Hamy the dwarf and this is my friend Beany." "What is your name, little nut?" asked Hamy. He was just about to answer when suddenly the floor shook and Hamy yelled, "To the escape hole!" He grabbed the nut and ran to a door in the mushroom's wall. He opened the door and they began to run down the spiral stairs. There were four chairs and a carpet on the floor and a table. They all sat down. "Wow! what was that?" asked the nut.

"It was a giant, probably picking mushrooms," said Hamy. "Gulp," said the nut, "that means we might have been eaten." "Yes," said Hamy. "Hey! where's Beany?" said the nut. "Good question," said Hamy. Just then there was a terrific noise. It nearly deafened them. Everyone blocked their ears. Soon it stopped. Lying on the floor was Beany. "Are you alright Beany?" "Yes," came a muffled reply. "Never mind that now," said Beany, 'the nut must go back, for the carpet is waiting outside." "Goodbye," they said to the nut and he flew off. Soon the carpet landed back at the house, back to normal again. D. Butler, Grade 3.

REUNITED IN DEATH (Awarded Third Prize Form 1 Section, T.O.G.A. Competition) The wind rustled through the leaves as the giapt oak tree guarded the two lonely graves on the hillside. Each one was marked by a cross, the first one reading PAUL JOHN DOUGLAS 1921-1943, the second CAMPBELL MARK SANDERS 1921-1943, and under both their names inscribed, "REUNITED IN DEATH". Paul and Campbell were both born in Geelong, and started their school life together at Geelong College. They became great friends and were inseparable both at school and outside. When the war broke out, both boys were in senior school and they decided that, as soon as they turned eighteen, they would join the Airforce. In 1939, Paul and Campbell were both accepted for training at the Point Cook Air Base. After six months of intensive study, training and flying, the two friends graduated with their wings and were then transferred to a Spitfire squadron in England. The next four years proved to be a nightmare for the entire Flying Corps, and for Paul and Campbell the constant fear that one of them would be killed. May 9th, 1943, saw the "squadron on yet another mission. After strafing a line of lorries the Spitfires headed back towards England when suddenly from out of the sun, a group of Messerschmitts using their height, dived upon the British planes. All hell broke loose and the Spitfire pilots found themselves in the middle of a deadly dog-fight. Paul banked sharply and saw with horror Campbell's plane falling to earth, billowing smoke and flames . A Messerschmitt flew past making sure of its kill and in that split second, the plane's distinctive wolfhead markings were clearly visible to Paul. The surviving Spitfires turned and limped home. From that time on, day and night, Paul could think of nothing else but avenging his friend's death. Paul contacted a friend of his in the British Intelligence and asked him for information about the Messerschmitt with the wolfhead marking. The word came through that Baron Eric Von Schmidt was leading a new Circus of Messerschmitts, based in France, with different animal head markings as their symbol. Armed with this information, Paul planned his revenge based on the element of surprise. He heard a rumour that the Baron was still using the same flight plan to train his men and decided to take immediate action on his own. The next morning Paul told his mechanic that he was going to test his machine, and before anyone realized what he was doing he took off. In order to avoid radar detection he kept the Spitfire at the lowest possible altitude until he reached the area where the Baron was supposed to be training his men. Paul then positioned the Spitfire at the highest possible altitude, with the sun behind him, so that he could not be seen by the Baron's men. Suddenly his quarry was beneath him and he dived. Tearing through the group, he sighted his prey and with a feeling of great elation, he raked the Baron's plane from nose to tail. The Messerschmitts attacked in fury, and as the world darkened around him, his one thought was "Campbell, we will always be together". C. Knox. 1F.

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BETTY AND THE BANANA FACTORY (Awarded Second Prize Grade 4 Section, T.O.G.A. Competition) Betty Bager just loved bananas. When she was a baby she would always have mashed bananas with sugar on top. Now, on that Tuesday afternoon, Betty's mother had been to ihe supermarket and bought a big bunch for Betty. As soon as Betty's mother had come home from the supermarket, Betty grabbed a banana and went into the livingroom to watch television. But when Betty took a bite into the banana she felt all dizzy and she fell to the ground and rolled over and over. When Betty stood up she found herself face to face with a huge banana. She felt like taking a big bite into the banana but decided she wouldn't. There was a track leading off to the right. Betty went along it. When the track ended she looked up and saw a big castle, well at least it looked like a castle. It was really a huge banana factory. "Banana factory?" Yes it was. The huge factory stood towering over Banana Land. Bananas were pouring out of a chute that stuck out of the side of a wall. Betty stood watching the big factory. "I thought bananas grew on trees," she said. She walked over to the factory gates where she met a big yellow man who looked a bit like a banana. The odd looking man looked at Betty but didn't move. Betty tried to brush past him but he grabbed her. Betty struggled to get free. The banana man led Betty through a door into a long room. The room had a long table in the middle which was filled with men looking like the first man she had met. All the men began to squabbie and yell, then one of them got up and said "Make her our slave." They all agreed to this except Betty. The man whom Betty first met took her into a room where a kettle was boiling and pipes ran across the ceiling. Little men were working at pots and some were washing dishes.

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"Alright men," said the banana man to the other men who were working at pots. "We've got a new slave and she's HUMAN." In a few minutes Betty found herself working away and rushing from one side of the room to the other. Betty hated being a slave for the banana men. She once tried to run away but she got caught and put back to her job after a few whips. One day the king of Banana Land came to see how they were getting on. He saw Betty and wondered why a human would be in Banana Land. One of the banana men explained how the chief of the factory had found her at the gates and brought her in to be their slave. The king shook his head and said, "Tut tut, what good is a human to us? She doesn't know a thing about bananas." "I do so" Betty burst out. "I know that bananas grow on trees and are not made in factories, so." "I beg your pardon but you do not speak to the king like that." Betty shut her mouth and the king went on: "Why don't we put her back where she belongs?" But in a couple of days it was decided that Betty should stay and learn how to make good bananas and be their friend. Before, when Betty had first been put in the room she had just been told vaguely what to do by the other slaves. But now she would learn all the rules about making bananas and be shown around the factory. In a week Betty learned all sorts of things. She learned that the recipe for bananas was quite simple and to make the skin you just had to harden the edge of the banana by putting it through a machine that ran on gas. She became friends with the banana men and liked her job very much. But as the days went by she became tired of doing the same thing over and over again. She got tired of eating bananas and making the same old recipe. She became worse at her job. When the banana men saw how Betty was getting worse at her job they got very angry and sent for the king. The king was not pleased at all and went to the factory straight away. When he arrived he found Betty in her horrible old bedroom. The king and Betty talked about Betty's job and Betty told the king how she was getting bored of doing the same thing over and over again. Then the king said "Betty, do you want to go back to your land?" Betty was so surprised. "Oh yes," she said. Her eyes sparkled with delight. And at night Betty disappeared. None of the banana men knew why but when Betty woke up she was in her own bed in her own home. Frances Kearv

YOUTH IS A BLUNDER, MANHOOD A STRUGGLE, OLD AGE A REGRET The key turned in the lock and without really being aware of my actions I walked into the flat, put d o w n my b a g , and s w i t c h e d on the kettle. The door of the c u p b o a r d b a n g e d as I tried to balance the c u p , instant coffee and all the other accessories needed for the chore. Pouring the milk into the cup I c o m p l e t e d the task and sat d o w n ; my mind not having been free f r o m the same train of t h o u g h t since I had entered the piace. Positioning myself c o m f o r t a b l y on the lounge and sipping coffee my mind b a c k t r a c k e d to the conversation I had heard my married friend make. The words still rang clear. " Y o u don't realize how lucky you are not to be m a r r i e d ; oh don't get me w r o n g , but the longer you wait the better. I don't mind telling you that I've lost a lot of my freedom and spare time because I have so many ties and responsibilities these days that I don't seem to get anywhere anymore." W e a k e n i n g , she had gone o n , " O f course, having the comfort and security of a family can't be equalled and we plan to the future, not to mention that Kev is getting a rise s o o n ; I'm so happy for him, he's w o r k e d h a r d . " A look of c o n t e m p l a t i o n crossed her face as another supply of words t u m b l e d out. " W o u l d n ' t it be good if we c o u l d retire later o n . " Putting the cup down I reached over, turned on the radio for the sole purpose and satisfaction of having a quiet noise to soothe me. Leaning back, I smiled as I remembered a conversation I had heard while having lunch. The table being beside mine I c o u l d hardly have helped but overhear a well dressed w o m a n , perhaps at the well cared for age of her early fifties, speaking loudly to her daughter who sat with a m e n a c i n g , exasperated look imprinted on her face. C o n f r o n t i n g the older w o m a n , the younger one replied in a firm t o n e : 'It wasn't my fault, so stop trying to lay the blame on me. I'm not the one always making mistakes and I consider my opinions j u s t i f i e d . " With this reply came " Y o u don't understand, the struggles and the pressures that o c c u r as you get older; the e m o t i o n a l c h a n g e s you go t h r o u g h . " Then with a look of lamentation came the words, " D o try to c o n s i d e r it f r o m my point of v i e w . " I had stood u p ; paid for the m e a l ; and made my way to the bus stop. " G o o d , " I had strongly thought, looking at my w a t c h , " I ' v e got a few minutes to sit down before c a t c h i n g the b u s . " Upon a r r i v a l at the bus stop I had seated myself next to two older looking men discussing their families and g r a n d c h i l d r e n , along with the past that they had lived t h r o u g h . Unaffected by my presence the soporific voices c o n t i n u e d like the regular rhythm of raindrops on a winter's night. "I had my birthday not long a g o , " one had said and c o n t i n u e d , " A m a z i n g how life passes you by. Time never waits for anyone. I always say enjoy life while you c a n . " "I agree, I wish I- c o u l d c h a n g e a lot of things that have been said and done. No doubt a lot of water passes under the b r i d g e . " "I know, I know . . . Do you remember when . . . ?" The bus came. L o o k i n g back on it the trip had passed quickly and as I had d i s e m b a r k e d my t h o u g h t s tried to find some answers to the purposes and questions of life. With a utilitarian approach using all my aptitude for a sensible c o n c l u s i o n , I reasoned out all that had been heard. " F u n n y , " I thought, "I can see everyone's point of v i e w . " A w h i r l w i n d of opinions crossed my mind. It seems most people are of the opinion that youth blunders and makes mistakes. What must be the cause? Perhaps it's the degree of s c h o o l i n g or the understanding of what goes on around us. A lot could depend upon how you're treated; like an individual or an adult, w h i c h means a certain degree of responsibility and maturity. If treated as a child it could bring on an inferiority c o m p l e x and a need to belong. Maybe it's just the individual.

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T r u e ; youth does make mistakes but doesn't everyone at any age? Maybe they c o u l d o v e r c o m e these faults by t h i n k i n g ahead before they speak or act as well as consider consequences. Sheltered lives c o u l d be a p r o b l e m . Y o u t h , then again, in a majority of cases feels dejected and just wants to get even. What a s t r u g g l e ! Struggle; gee, they'll know what that is when they're married, tied d o w n and have to really work. Look at what you have to go t h r o u g h when you're older. Recognition is strived for, security is a definite need, s u p p o r t i n g a family is a serious business and status pressure must be bargained for. When you've reached your goal, you still continue your thoughts and hopes t o w a r d s the future and reach out for c o m f o r t — r e t i r e m e n t being the greatest goal in d e m a n d . Retirement; good heavens, your life is more than half gone, what a regret. I sat there imagining the grasp of life s l i p p i n g away. Old age certainly has its disadvantages, realising you are physically slowing down and are not as c a p a b l e and energetic as you used to be. Life c o u l d now even be considered regulated. Y o u ' d probably get lonery too and possibly even ill. I suppose vou w o u l d have a lot of idle time to reminisce and regret mistakes and problems that you c o u l d have and s h o u l d have o v e r c o m e as regrets slowly entwine. Maybe there w o u l d be no regrets. I suppose a lot d e p e n d s on the individual's own life, perhaps they have enjoyed life, and having become prosperous are able to appreciate an early retirement. Now you c o u l d have time to travel seeing as your c h i l d r e n are all grown up and you have less responsibility piled on to your shoulders. Yes, old age c o u l d mean f r e e d o m , experience and leisure. Lying back on the lounge, my mind started drawing its own c o n c l u s i o n s . Every age has its advantages and disadvantages and w h i c h is to be c o n s i d e r e d the best by you depends on your o w n experiences. Every age makes blunders, everyone strugales at all ages and vou don't have to be old to look back on yesterdays or young to look forward to their t o m o r r o w s . Try and live and love life at all ages, as you may not get a s e c o n d chance. Kavlene Alderton (V)

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OPEN THE DOOR ! used to wonder what was right, And what was known as good. But living by the hazy light I guess I never could. When old enough to earn my keep. The world spread out her arms, I never knew that holes were deep, Or that dirt could soil my palms. By Sunday's light, I used to pray, And ask my Lord for you. He sent my life and golden hair, And a heart that drowned in blue. The shadows fall hard upon my soul. My mind has searched my life. Sorrow has taken its painful toll My hands hold fast the knife. L. Elliott (IV)

War is a hungry creature with a face of misery, Its long dark shadow stretches through history. It feeds on the innocent, extending its girth Hoping its claw may encompass the earth, "Why should It be?" cries the voice of the young; And the old they turn in their grave "It's happened, young fellow, since time begun So when your time comes, be brave." Peace Is a dove, so pure and white, Endlessly seeking what's fair and right. But why does it come as only a pause Between this world's countless wars? "Why should it be?" cries the voice of the young; And the old, they turn in their grave "It's happened, young fellow, since time begun, So when your time comes, be brave." So why should we falter, or get out of step? Why should we question and make ourselves fret? From the grave the voice comes, solemn and beckoning, "Just quietly await your day of reckoning." T. Carruthers (IV)

COLOSSUS In a zoo of comic animals, There it lies in its concrete cage. The colossus with a gleaming titanium pelt And a head of shiny deadliness Silently meditating to itself. This tamed beast of burden is leashed in readiness For in just a few seconds the tame beast, Could be snorting like a dragon of atomic death Ready to burn us into oblivion. David Bell (IV)

THE ROAD TOLL To the motor car, modern man is a slave, So many just drive to a premature grave, Without much concern for the rights of each other, Drivers wipe out the lives of sister and brother, But the dead are the lucky ones no longer in pain, Think of the crippled who'll not walk again. Their lives have been ruined, their future is bleak, Can't we all understand the havoc we wreak? When, we pray, will all this carnage end, Through all the money the governments spend, People in bombs, that should've been banned, But ail they get is a reprimand. ts the policeman a spoil sport, When he speaks quite sharply to a youth he has caught Driving a car like a brainless fool, Breaking speed limits or some other rule? What is the answer, where will it end? The rights of others we must defend, The sense of power and love of speed, The cause is drivers who pay no heed, Selfish disregard of the rights of others, This leaves just the same grieving mothers, Shedding their tears for the children lost, Her sorrow and tears — what an awful cost! Andrew Hunt (IV)

I'll dig me a hole and watch the procession: Swooping and gliding past. They'll dig me up and I'll die \n a cage marked: "Do Not Breathe on the Glass", J. Fielding (V)

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THE FEELING OF BEING ALONE The small boy ambled across the sun-scorched lawn of the farmyard, dragging behind him a piece of rope which was loosely knotted at one end. His patched blue shorts hung around his waist by a piece of twine and the red shirt obviously belonged to an older brother. When he reached the shed he flung the rope over the handle and pulled it downwards, an act that had been performed many times before. He edged sideways through the opening into the cool darkness of his favourite place. Dazzling shapes appeared before him as he stood for a moment waiting for the golden haze to disappear. Quickly he slipped out of his heavy leather boots, rolled off his socks and buried his bare toes in the damp earth with contentment. He had left the heat and discomfort of the outside world behind the door and now only wished to explore and enjoy his fresh, peaceful surroundings. With outstretched hands he felt the grooves in the wood of the axe handle and ran his dirty fingers around the cold sharpened steel, rubbing it as if to clean away any blemishes. The smell of horses and damp hay filled the air, reminding him of the days he went riding with his father. He knew once he reached the bags of onions he was in the far corner: wherever he walked hay was strewn over the rich dark earth like carpet. Looking upwards he noticed a spider's web stretched across a corner, which was highlighted by a ray of light seeping through an opening in the roof. The perfection of its design fascinated him as he reached forward to touch it, but stopped suddenly as the door opened and light rushed in. He couldn't see clearly but felt annoyed at the person who had destroyed his world. He sauntered away, dragging the rope behind him. JAMES GUBBINS

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LUPUS They called him Lupus, meaning Wolf, he was the terror of space. He flamed up in his torchship, to become the robber ace. His tale was told when spacemen meet, in pubs on Friday night; Galactic Enemy No. 1, Unbeaten in a fight. They called him Lupus, meaning Wolf, a sad and dreadful story. A public hero for a while, till sickness stole his glory. He'd saved a great space liner, from a cataclysmic end. But radiation scarred his flesh, a sickness none could mend. They called him Lupus, meaning Wolf, Men turned away their heads. For Lupus had a skin disease which every mortal dreads. He had the finest ship of all, of platinum copper sheen, He raided liners far and wide, across the galactic scene. They say he hid down Broxima way, among the blazing stars. Where space force ships turned back and fled He labelled them "Space Farce". Space folks sing the legends of Lupus and his tricks. Of how he was trapped on Luna i yet still escaped "Les flics". The space fuzz thundered after him, until at last he turned. He chose a place against a wall and stood there unconcerned. They raised their lasers from their hips and aimed them at his head. But when they shot, he ducked, my friends, The soldiers all fell dead. My friends, he chose his spot with care, in front of mirrored banks, The lasers being beams of light reflected on the ranks. Tales are told of how he used a roll of plastic tape, To beat a battle cruiser which he used for his escape. He was trapped inside the bulkheads with the crewmen closing in. When he unrolled his precious ball of thermotoxic string. They were nearly right upon him when he wound some round the hatch, So when they tried to open it they'd jam it in the catch. He cycled through the airlock then to get behind the foe. Approaching from the rear he saw a thermal lance's glow. He watched his poison tape ignite, the fumes whirled from the door. His space suit sealed and safe, he saw the crewmen hit the floor. He used his plastic tape to tie the crewmen up in threes. He then climbed in the captain's couch and set out for Betelguese. His name will live for evermore, drowning victims' cries. A constellation named for him, Is splashed across the skies. Roger Morrison.

THE SECOND CRUCIFIXION? (Awarded Third Prize, Open Section, T.O.G.A. Competition) I saw a lone figure, just the other day. I offered him only a fleeting glance at first but his appearance and actions warranted more than what you give a passing car or a news stand outside the station gates. He was clad in long, white muslin robes. On his feet were sandals, cracked and dusty from street warlking. His hair, short but not unduly short. His simplicity was grandeur in itself. He seemed incongruous against the backdrop of concrete and asphalt, rather I thought, like the picture of Moses in the wilderness I had once seen in a Sunday school book. I found myself, through some strange force of attraction, crossing the street, weaving my way through the traffic to where he stood appealing to the passers-by, not in terms of chanting or charismatic gestures but in a quiet, unobtrusive manner. I knew, or rather sensed he was not the ordinary 'run of the mill' religious fanatic that piles you up with leaflets and magazines then asks for a small donation to allow them to continue spreading the word. No, I sensed his sincerity and genuine concern even from a distance away. His face spelt out his message, without the use of words, conveying to me a strange mixture of security and warmth. I leaned against a piece of construction scaffolding, watchrng, mystified by his whole self, as he spoke to the passing crowd. The passing businessmen, sweltering in their heavy suits, offered him only a second glance before hurrying on again like clockwork robots. Women, clutching Woolworths parcels or dragging shopping trolleys behind them viewed him with vicarious interest, sometimes stopping, but shrinking back into the crowd again if he approached or spoke to them. Children, chewing gum or kicking stones gazed upward overawed by his appearance, while others ventured forward daring each other to touch his garment. The man only occasionally approached or spoke to anyone, preferring to stand in the small patch of shade he had found on the black path waiting for anyone who wished to talk to him. Every so often some young people from the university or people with nothing better to do, would stop and question the figure, but finding nothing really radical or inspiring about him would soon move on mumbling and laughing to themselves or sometimes hurling abuse back at the apparently unaffected figure. Through a momentary gap in the crowd he noticed me standing there, for a few seconds we stood paralysed in each other's gaze. Then his loosely clad arm beckoned me across to where he was standing. Cautiously I started to walk toward him, then more quickly as I gained confidence in the person that I had seen only a few minutes before. As I drew close, I could begin to pickout individual features of his face. He was fine featured, handsome in a fashion but with deep set eyes that seemed to pierce me the closer I came. I awkwardly introduced myself, then for something to say apologised for staring at him all that time. His facial expression, except for a slight twitching of the mouth, did not change. Uneasy under his gaze, I inquired as to whom he was, anticipating a long-winded or unpronouncable Indian name. "I am Christ," he calmly replied after a prolonged silence in which he seemed to be judging whether I was ready for such an answer. His voice at that moment seemed to rise above the noise of the city, momentarily drowning out the noise of people, and the traffic. No one except myself heard him or if they did they didn't care, passing it off as another street corner proclamation. Stunned, and rather dubious, I stared into his steady face wondering whether to laugh and pass on as I had seen so many others do that morning. The force, however, that drew me to him in the first instance now returned and even if I had wanted to I could not wrench myself from this unusual person.

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"But . . . you don't have a beard," was all I could reply, the linen-clad Jesus of my Sunday school books being the only real recollection of religion I had. He seemed amused by my apparent ignorance but was not rude. He was amused by my scepticism, but scepticism was hardly the word, it was more bewilderment. I had sensed he was sincere but his opening remark cast me into a whirl, wavering between confusion and amazement. "Well, who do you think I am?" he asked. I wanted to redeem myself and I searched for something profound to reply but for the first time in my life I was stuck for words. All pretentions and fronts seemed to melt away in his presence. "Show me a sign," I said. "Something that will prove to me you are . . . Christ." The radiance of his appearance suddenly left him and an air of solemnity took its place. "You believe only through earthly signs, because I can strike you blind or alter the weather you believe. No, you're not the only one, hundreds just like you have asked me the same thing this morning. They want a spectacle, something to astonish them, only then will they believe but even then it is not a true belief. They would believe in my powers, like I was a magician. No, you or they are not the kind of believers I am seeking." With that he left his patch of shade on the footpath and joined the passing traffic. I watched the swaying robe melt into the crowd astounded that such a statement had come from the seemingly placid man. I felt ashamed that I had made him feel the way he did yet knew not how I had offended him. I walked back through the crowd, oblivious to the thousands around me, thinking and going over the things he had said. I certainly didn't know whether he was Christ or not; he may have been just another pamphlet pusher. I did know however, that during those past few minutes I had felt more religous and closer to belief than I had at any other point of my life. The artificiality of deliberate worship had never had as much effect on me as the brief encounter with that 'man had. That same night I sat in the quiet of my home as the smooth voice of the newsreader announced the death of a religious lay preacher late that afternoon, having been attacked by youths in the park in which he was preaching, name unknown. I suppose I was shocked but I remember feeling that to a certain extent it was inevitable that someone as revolutionary as that should die the way he did. Could he have been Christ? The question kept haunting me. He may well have been, I kept answering myself, rejected again like he was the first time and could his death have been the second crucifixion? TIM BRACHER

THE EAGLE The great bird flew into the sky Seeking air pockets, Which would motivate its enchanted flight. Swirling there for endless hours. Its eyes set on the ground below. Watching for the smallest flicker, Of an earth bound creature. Its powerful body springs to life And knives through the sky with brutal force. The figure below it increasing in size, Soon to know the blanket of death.

In thought I cared not for the rain that fell The haze enclosing the story I tell The beauty that enveloped my memory well Her eyes that wandered for the words I felt. She searched my mind, I sensed her there Her face so warm as she drew near

I turned and lingered in her eyes so clear

Softly speaking as I do care. Her smile was radiant like a flower in bloom Her misty hair reflecting the moon For tender thoughts were mine, as ! swooned i reached for her, a bird sung its tune. But the haze had cleared to reveal the light A school is not such a peculiar sight For dreaming, I thought that J just might Ask that girl to a dance tonight A. Payne (V)

The ill fated creature moves But, too late. The powerful talon locks its hold

Until suddenly, It ceases and dies,

D, George (V)

Oh brick before me Patches of red and blue Neatly mortared into place by the forces of time What could you tell if By some sudden feat of nature you were endowed with speech. Tell me of the heartbreaks and tribulations of the past, Of nature and God from where you came. Unlock for the world the secrets and messages That you cunningly hide from our unslaked minds. We are but mortals subject to the ephemerality of life, Yet you, patches of red and blue transcend it Your place now but a spec on a kaleidoscope of time. If only you brick could come alive And flood forth the knowledge that you own. But unyielding you remain, oh pillar of wisdom Memorial to a long forgotten past T. Bracher (VI) THE THINKER Listen to a story of addiction said the thinker addressing the group of people at his feet . . . "You are ail embalmed with a feeling of greed, Addicted to a society of make believe." And faces flickered and strained under the wrath of his words Piercing their minds like the tree sifted light. "You say you're free and void of ail restraint But think again . . . you are actually bound By the same forces and things you so freely propound. Look at your neighbour, your family, yourself. Ail motivated by a desire for material wealthEmeshed \n this world of greed and desire Are you God's created, his celestial choir. Rulers no longer you sit gazing in awe At the world that overtook you* generations before." And they twitched uneasily as they fell under his gaze Seeking refuge not from him but from themselves/ From the realisation that what he preached was correct. T. Bracher (VI)

'Whispers of immortality Trickle through the corridors of Thought; Where one is imperishable and divine, Where you have* no Achilles' heel: And as you sit upon the burnished throne You can laugh without fear, And cry without shame, And even yawn without covering your mouth, And chat with Gabriel Until the heavenly holocausts Of dawn and dusk Are one and the same. Peter Millard (VI)

THE PEACE OF NIGHT Watching the wilderness of the sky The moon drifts slowly through the night Between the spots of the dark And on the ground The rustle of the leaves Moving by the cool night breeze Breaking its constant silence. Jim Dennis (V)

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CASSANDRA AND AUTUMN "I didn't think that I'd ever miss her," I said to Fiona. "Me neither." "Come to think of it, we were never friends, sometimes I used to hate her and I'm quite sure she despised me." Cassandra had long hair, blonde, it looked like a mop. She was incredibly vague, she forgot things, and her head was always full of dreams. She was always in trouble at school, because of her vagueness. • "I was talking to her once", said Fiona. "You were? What about?" "Just what she wanted to do when she left school." "Oh, what did she want to do?" "She said, she just wanted to write books." "Books", I said scornfully. But then the scorn died away, as I remembered a poem she had written that she read out in class one day. Something about primroses, and the way they don't close up their petals at night, but stare up at the heavens all night long. I remember wondering how she knew this, it occurred to me that she might have gone out looking at primroses in starlight and then got up again at dawn to see the sun-rise. Me, I'd never do anything that dumb, except in Winter when dawn came at about eight-thirty through the schoolbus window. But during Spring, Summer or Autumn . . . never! "Still", said Fiona. "Still what?" "I wish she hadn't gone to town that Friday night. I wish she were still here, with us. I don't think I'd even tease her anymore." "Maybe we could be friends with her." The teacher had told us all, in class, that she wouldn't have felt any pain. She was killed instantly when the bus hit her. She'd been doing her Christmas shopping. I thought of her pained expression, the one we all get when we shop for Christmas. I thought of her being careless, vague, vaguer than usual. I though of her being alone, having no-one to go shopping with. "She liked Autumn", said Fiona suddenly. "How do you know that?" "I told you I had talked to her a couple of times." There was Autumn all around us. We were sitting on a bank looking down at a pond, watching a frog on some water-lilies. There were to be no more Autumns for Cassandra. "I wonder what she was really like?" I asked Fiona. "Probably just the same as us." She kept to herself pretty much, sat by herself in class and on the bus, I don't think she ever had a friend, someone to really talk to. "Let's go", said Fiona. "Where to?" "For a walk." We walked silently through the park, then it started to drizzle. We ran to shelter in the bus shelter till the drizzle stopped. "What's on your mind, Fiona?" I asked. She didn't answer me. "The same thing's on my mind" I said after a few minutes. Lindy-anne M. Wall (V)

"PATHUS" It symbolizes not only nature but life itself Will you ever leave my side your pervading gentle sadness encircles me My emotions are your being sad — because so beautiful and perfect in every way. You must know what it means to me to have lived a life of peace and pleasure Sprinkled with shades of meaning that life and beauty are but ephemeral. Suzanne Mockridge (V)

HOUSE ON HERBY HILL (Awarded First Prize Grade 3 Section, T.O.G.A. Competition) It was early morning and Deborah was sound asleep. The morning sun was pouring through the curtain. "De-bb-ie . . ." Deborah's little brother Henry was calling her to wake up. "Alright Henry, I'm coming." Deborah jumped out of bed, put on her clothes and ran down stairs. "Hi Deb. Sorry, no breakfast for you." Of course he was only teasing. The Davis family had moved into the house only a few days ago and there were still boxes strewn about the floor. Maree was Deborah's big sister. Maree spent most of her time watching movies or reading. "Debbie dear, could you set the table?" "Debbie, get the paper please.". The usual morning calls had started. She began to set the table. "I'm going to explore today," said Henry. "I'm coming too," said Deborah. "No you're not." "Oh please can I come?" Henry thought for a moment, then he said, "Oh alright Deb." Deborah sat down to breakfast. "Where's my papers Deborah?" "I'll get them Dad." When she had got the papers, Deborah finished her breakfast. "Now are you ready Debbie?" said Henry. "Yes, I'm ready." "Don't bang the door dear." "Bye-bye." "Where do you want to go Deb?" said Henry. "I think we could go up the hill to the old house." They walked up the hill. A little way up, there was a sign which said "Herby Hill". They walked a bit further. The part of the hill they were standing on now was overgrown and trees were crowding the sky so much that there wasn't much light. But in the dim light Deborah could see the shape of a house. A brown fence surrounded an overgrown garden, a summer house was over on one side and on the other side was a little garden seat. "I wonder if anyone lives there still?" "I don't think so." Let's go in," said Henry. "I don't think we ought to," said Deborah. "We don't own any land around and just suppose it does belong to somebody, I'm not going in even if you do!" "Well, even if you aren't going in I am, so there," said Henry. He walked stoutly to the gate and it creaked open. "Watch'a doin' kid?" Henry spun around and he saw that Deborah was standing next to a strange man. Deborah looked frightened but she was trying not to show it. "What ya doin' 'ere kids an' where ya come from?" said the man again. "I . . . I'm Deborah Davis and this is m . . . my brother Henry. We live on a small farm down in the valley where the roads meet — number seventeen Rital Road." "Enough's enough," said the man, "but what's ya brother doin' goin' into other person's property?" "H . . . he wanted to see if anyone I . . . lived there sir," said Deborah. "You won't find any person there in that 'ole place, now come 'ere son an' don't be frightened of me — I won't 'arm ya. I'll tell you the 'istory of that ole house." So he sat down and told Deborah and Henry the whole story. He ended up saying . . . "An' that's the 'istory of that house an' nobody's set a foot in that since 1959. They say it's 'aunted but they only imagine it."

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"Why do they think it's haunted?" said Deborah. "They say strange noises are 'eard. Most persons call it the 'Aunted 'Ouse but I call it 'Ouse on 'Erby 'III." The man stood up. "It's getting dark. You kids better be goin'." Deborah and Henry got up. "I hope we meet again sir." "Ow! Something bit me Deb," said Henry. The man started laughing. "You've been sittin' on an ant's den young man." Deborah started laughing too. "Well we'd better go now — come on Henry."

When Deborah and Henry had walked a little way, they turned and waved. But they found they were waving to no one, the man had completely disappeared! Then suddenly some flames sprang up. Deborah and Henry started running. They could see the lights of the town and the light was getting better so Deborah knew they were getting out of that horrible place. When Deborah and Henry got home their mother said: "Hello dears. The house on Herby Hill has been on fire." When she said this, Deborah and Henry looked at each other and smiled. Deborah never knew how it had caught on fire but she knew she had been there that day. When Deborah was bigger she wrote a book about the house on Herby Hill and she never ever forgot that day. Sophie Gebhardt. LIFE Slowly the sprinkler turns, Beating out a monotonous rhythm. The grass sways in the cool breeze. Tranquil water lies undisturbed, The diving board surveys the myriads of tiny ripples shifting like sand across a blue desert. The pumphouse throbs gently beneath me and some kickboards lie idly beside the water. There is no life here. A scream from the crowd of children as four lithe bodies churn the once silent water. Coloured flags beat a silent tattoo in the air. Seats, full of people, occupy the once silent bank. The noise grows, The flags beat faster. Nearing the finish, A swimmer surges up, Hand outstretched he touched the side. The blue flag signals victory, The announcer's voice booms. And then they melt away as quickly as they came And the sprinkler turns again. K. Smith, 2.H.

THE OLD TREE Rising high above the others, the great tree looks w a t c h f u l , Its huge branches reaching outwards. Broken green twigs are hanging loosely, A n d the massive s h a d o w underneath provides promising protection. Shaped like a ball, the tree lets spaces of bright sunlight t h r o u g h the branches, Birds' nests resting comfortably on its withered boughs A n d its sad foliage covered in cement powder from a nearby factory. R. Law, 1E. THE SHARK He moves through the water like a glider in the air. The grey sail attached to the s u b m e r g e d great white killer; Cold horrifying eyes as dark as night searching the murky waters for his prey, The jagged rocks behind the deadly laugh w h i c h confronts the terrified v i c t i m . A. McKay, 1L. THE DEAD A strong y o u n g lad was Johnny Smith, The proud Australian b r e e d , He went to join the Army When his country was in need. It must have been a month or more He fought with all his zest, T h r o u g h muddy trenches he w o u l d p l o u g h , Till a stray bullet found his chest. For days he may have waited To find his final rest, Whilst all around the war waged on A n d cannons s h o o k earth's breast. Dead, but not forgotten. He lies for evermore, His country owes a lot to him — A sacrifice to war. A. Rawson, 1F.

WAR I'm standing here, with gun in hand, W o n d e r i n g why wars are not banned. With bullets whistling all around, The air resounding with the s o u n d . My mates around me falling d o w n , None of them will find renown. The sounds of death are in the air, War is s o m e t h i n g quite unfair. I crawl below to try and sleep, But in a few hours I must creep Back up to shoot and kill and fight. How can a war like this be right?

THE FOLLY CALLED WAR

K. Smith, 2H. RED IS . . . Red is a morning when all is gay, Red is the start of a brand new day. Red is hot, it makes you sweat, Red is a colour which makes you fret. Red is an apple up in a tree, Red is a colour which appeals to me. Red is a mask all full of holes, Red is the c o l o u r of burning coals. Red is your skin when you sunbake, Red is a colour you just can't make. I love the colour red you see, Red is the colour just for me. E. C r a w f o r d , 5C. WISHING I wish I was a tiger c r e e p i n g t h r o u g h the grass looking . . . L o o k i n g for something to eat, but I suppose I'm glad I'm just me. T. Neal, Grade 3.

Numbers t h i n n e d , they sat j o k i n g , Trying to forget, l a u g h i n g , But sobered by the thought of death, and home, The ring of happy faces is unreal in its remoteness from the troop of soldiers, Who had to kill, Killed against their will, hundreds of them Because of two men, Two men who c o u l d n ' t agree and brought war, And death, and pain, and ruin. K. Seaton, 1L.

CANADIAN VISIT During Mr. Brian Powell's Current Affairs p e r i o d , students were given approximately three minutes to write poems within guidelines suggested by Mr. Powell. He selected the following to take back to Canada, where they will be considered for publication in his next book. M. F. M. OUR LAND Flat, red-brown sky Dry air, c o o l i n g . Narrow streets Faint sounds drifting to my ears. A. Peerman (VI) ROWING Long, hard agonizing hours Until our bodies can't go on. Constant striving for that perfection Complete rhythm, effort, and togetherness, A n d r e w Morrison (VI) DROUGHT Long deep crevasse A cricket's delight. Michael Laidlaw (VI) RIVER Trickling, flowing, growing, W i n d i n g , w o r k i n g its way to the sea. Bill Sloane (VI) MURRAY RIVER RED GUM Slender red tips sway loosely growing into blue reaching for life. D. W. Everist (VI) SNAIL'S SHELL Fragile and intricate, Spiral design Home for the snail. J. Cross (VI) SCHOOL LIFE In sport, In study, In speech, in life, We thrive. P. Bath (VI) Banff — Jasper — Lake Louise glaciers, lakes, snow c a p p e d mountains Places where time waits for everybody. Jeff Holzgrefe (VI) DESERTS Sparse, Reds and browns, Naked, Dead and Alive. Warwick Magee (VI) Shoe-lace Short, w i n d i n g r o u n d , Long, c u r l i n g , t w i s t i n g , Trying to gain f r e e d o m . Ingrid

Kat (VI)

Dead sheep, Head back, eyes glazed, legs buckled beneath you. What does it matter if we bury you? R. Van Cooten (VI) PELICAN Glide, established one, Soar, for the w o r l d . Your pride, u n c o r r u p t e d . Such beauty, unfurled. G. Van Enst (VI)

THE FALCON Pride on a tree stump T h e brown arrow of the fields. Mark R. Gardiner (VI) DROUGHT S c o r c h e d , desolate soil Bears its innocent truth Drought u n m e r c i f u l . Sandy Hutton (VI)

ROWING Rhythm, pressure, agony, Hours of pain, And perfection makes it all w o r t h w h i l e , Complete ectasy. Sandv Hutton (VI)

CRACK Winding T h r o u g h c r u m b l i n g mortar. Crooked path In battered red b r i c k s . David Bath (V) VICTORIAN SCOURGE Cylinder perfected Materials selected Contents p r e d i c t e d Population addicted A beer can, in q u e s t i o n . I. Morrison (IV) TIME OF DROUGHT Sagging eye sockets Stooped neck. Disintegrating s t o m a c h C r u m p l i n g legs, Skeletons everywhere. Belinda Henderson (III) A PELICAN A clumsy takeoff the head w e i g h t e d d o w n a mouth so big it touches the g r o u n d . Gavin C a m p b e l l (III) GEELONG Bright lights, glittering, Fat people, sitting. Skinny people, w a l k i n g . Motors, h u m m i n g . The City. Tracey Wellam (III) BICYCLE The mesh of gears, A maze of c a b l e s , The flashing spokes, Revolving wheels. Paul Wells (V)

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PLANKTON Minute shivering body Transparent Heart p o u n d i n g The source of life. Kathryn Purnell (IV) UNUSED ROOM Cold, alone. Large in its emptiness. Calling, b e g g i n g ; Hopeful. A. Finlay (V) FORGOTTEN MANSION Roofless, Floorless, Charred, An empty shell ! Open to the torment of weather. CAT Small, furry, Green-eyed, Ear-bitten, Flea ridden Fearless warrior.

Glenn Hoskinqy (V)

P. Sheko (V) THE GULL The w i n g e d scavenger, In black, white and grey, Noisy but gracious, King of the d u m p . David Nelson (III) C H R I S T M A S BEETLE Shiny, beautiful, My life is short The time I live Brings joy to all. Stephen Sutcliffe (V) FLYING-FOXES Black silhouettes after sunset, Dart from tree to tree, Squeaking. Tim Read (III) A LIZARD Coppery rainbow with four tiny legs. An inquisitive tongue and sensitive head. Once ruled the w o r l d , but now so shy, Just content to eat and lie. Libby Elliott (IV) OUTBACK SUMMER The pressing heat cursing the day, Flies pestering the living and the d e a d , Roos d a n c i n g in the distant haze, Silently waiting for the night. Derek McFarland (IV) WINTER C o l d , motionless, silent, Wet and windy Easily forgotten. C. W. Rockefeller (V) SEAL Grows its own clothes to house Eskimoes. A body of fat blubber, diving deep down under. K. Evans (V) LIGHT GLOBE hanging like a teardrop, out of a flat sky; Click! It comes to life. Rex Gordon (IV)

I was peaceful — the cat was being stroked by my surprisingly calm hand. I had made sure, in case of last minute hysteria It w o u l d be too late to seek shelter The grandfather c l o c k ticked o n , at its place in the hall. F. Scott (IV)

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PREPARATORY SCHOOL The 1976 school year opened with a welcome to Mr. and Mrs. Gebhardt and family. STAFF There have been few other staff changes. Mrs. Keats came to us to work with the beginners at Campbell House. Mr. Devine has taken up duties as French teacher and Mr. Alan Scott, as well as being Administrative Assistant has been working in the secondary forms taking English and Social Studies. The Junior Schools Conference under the Chairmanship of Mr. Watson was held at Melbourne Grammar School (Wadhurst) during the Second Term Vacation. Several staff members attended the Refresher School and benefitted from its programme. Other teachers this year have been preparing for further qualifications and others have attended a variety of seminars and conferences. EXCURSIONS Grades 4 and 5 enjoyed their camping experience at Mr. and Mrs. George's property in First Term. During the First Term Vacation another of the Pathfinder Excursions to the Gippsland Lakes took place. First and Second Formers participated. For several years the excursion for Second Form in Third Term to North East Victoria has been an intrinsic part of the school programme. This year there was a departure from the idea of a single excursion. Additional tours, to Tasmania as guests of Friends School and Horse Riding in the Dividing Range were included. A return visit by Friends School was also conducted a few weeks later. These excursions all proved to be most worthwhile.

WOMEN'S AUXILIARIES The ladies of the two Auxiliaries, at Campbell House and the Prep, have been very enthusiastic and meetings have been most interesting. Mrs. D. Tarr has been president of the Campbell House Auxiliary and Mrs. P. Richardson, the president at the Prep. We are grateful to these ladies for their help on numerous occasions such as Open Day and special evenings.

SOCIAL SERVICE Giving to this fund has been most generous. We continued to support our World Vision sponsor student in Thailand and were challenged to help with the appeal for the Sheltered Workshop for Karingal. The Walkathon arranged for this in First Term brought in over $1,000 which was most encouraging. MODERATOR-GENERAL Founder's Day had a special significance this year with a most interesting visit by the Right Reverend G. A. Wood, Moderator-General of the Presbyterian Church. A special assembly was addressed by the Moderator-General and then he unveiled the Louis White Memorial. This is a cabinet in the foyer which contains the certificate of fellow of the Old Geelonq Collegians Association conferred on Mr. White. It was bequeathed to the O.G.C.A. who in turn made it available to the Prep. A fitting gesture when one considers all that Mr. Louis White has contributed to our school. The Moderator-General was most interested in the progress of the oak tree he planted at the time when the Prep was being established. ACTIVITIES An Activities Programme was commenced in Second Term and continued in Third Term. Drama, Calisthenics, Pottery, Cooking, Woodwork are but a few of the choices offered. We are indebted to parents and friends of the school who have helped us in many ways with this programme.

OPEN DAY 1976 The theme was "Land of Fairy Tales" and some very colourful costumes were seen on the day. Over $2,000 was raised and the figure broke our previous record. This is a tribute to the generosity of so many people.

PREPARATORY SCHOOL SPORTS RESULTS Swimming Championships: Winning House — Minerva. Standards Competition: Winning House — Helicon. Championship Winners: D. Kovacs (Open) W. Powell (Under 13) C. Dunoon (Under 12) R. Longfield (Under 11) N. Barrett (Under 10) C. Favaloro (Under 9) Football Winning House — Minerva. Cross Country Winning House — Minerva. Winner — Open Divisions: M. Strickland. Winner — Under 13: R. Dennis; Runner Up: A. Robb. Winner Girls Open: R. Law; Runner Up: F. McNaughton.

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Prep. Staff

School Representatives Standing: R.S. Rockefeller, P.N. Holloway. Seated: J.R.A. Dickson, I.R. Watson, Esq., S. Armstrong.

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Second Form A Cricket Team Back: R. Morrison, G. Tan Sing, R. Baum, L.G. Hatton, Esq., C. Barclay, W. Thornton, J. Blincoe, R. Daniel. Front: A. Rau, T. Richardson, P. Holloway, B. Mann, T. Pigdon, R. Plueckhahn, S. Armstrong, J. Dickson.

Second Form A Football Team Back: R. Redpath, D. Hayden, C. Barclay, I. Rau, P. Atkins, A. Gordon. Centre: R. Baum, G. Tan Sing, D. Kovacs, W.F. Jennings, Esq., D. Harbison, W. Thornton, R. Rockefeller. Front: P. Holloway, A. Rau, J. King, R. Plueckhahn, T. Pigdon, R. Morrison, S. Lamont, B. Mann, J. Blincoe.

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Swimming Champions Left to Right: W. Powell (U.13), D. Kovacs (Open), R. Longfield (U.11), N. Barrett (TJ.10), C. Favaloro (U.9), G. Dunoon (U.12).

Hockey A Team Back: S. Read, M. Hand, I. Lyall, D.A. Timmins, Esq., M. Sielewicz, K. Kat, J. Dickson, S. Gould. Front: D. Sielewicz, R. Skoglund, F. Seabridge, F. McNaughton, M. Strickland, F. Knight, D. Carr, C. Roland, N. Davies.

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ROLLAND HOUSE Housemaster — L. G. Hatton, Esq. Matron — Miss R. Dickinson. Resident Staff — P. J. Connor, Esq. P. A. Constantine, Esq. J. G. Hopkins, Esq. An era draws to a close. Rolland House opened in 1964. Over the years many boys have made it their second home. If the walls could speak, many an interesting tale could be told of fun, friendship and all the other facets of family life. The greatest number in attendance was over seventy boarders but this year we were a much smaller company. However as the boarding era at the Prep concludes, a worthwhile year has been enjoyed. After all, with barbecues, camping, Saturday trips, shows and Monopoly, life has been quite full.

Standing:

Kneeling: Seated:

P.J. Connor, Esq., L.G. Hatton, Esq., G. Plachy, A. Gordon, M. Newman, Miss E. Dickinson, P.A. Constantine,Esq, J.G. Hopkins, Esq. H. Bickerstaff, J. Dickson, J. Parker. R. Sellwood, R. Dennis, J. Harris, T. King, D. Doery.

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CALVERT Housemaster: D. J. Roffey, Esq. House Tutors: R. W. Seaton, Esq., Miss M. R. Neal, W. J. Harris, Esq., N. R. Patchett, Esq. House Captain: G. C. Schaller. House Prefects: D. W. Everist, H. C. Falconer, J. E. Harbison, G. M. Comben, P. C. Taylor. HOUSE COLOURS SWIMMING: J. E. Harbson S. T. Mockridge P. F. Jones C. R. Powell *R. M. Kelso S. A. Schaller CRICKET: •T. F. Jubb *S. W. Sutcliffe P. R. Pickering N. H. Williams ROWING: * J . E. Harbison C. R. Pugh CROSS COUNTRY: *A. D. Finlay R. M. Kelso * J . E. Harbison V. C. Law P. S. Harrison T. A. Mulligan FOOTBALL: A. A. Bell T. A. Mulligan G. M. Comben A. L. Philip J. H. Gubbins C. R. Powell * J . E. Harbison S. T. Robb P. S. Harrison *S. W. Sutcliffe P. F. Jones R. W. U. Taylor •T. F. Jubb HOCKEY: H. C. Falconer N. H. Williams H. F. Johns NETBALL: V. J. Etherton S. T. Mockridge H. F. Johns L. A. Rawson S. A. Manning R. A. Sutcliffe J. L. Mitchell ATHLETICS: *A. D. Finlay S. T. Mockridge * J . E. Harbison A. L. Philip H. F. Johns C. R. Powell *R. M. Kelso R. W. U.Taylor J. L. Mitchell UNDER 15 COLOURS: S. A. MacGregor R. A. Sutcliffe A. J. Spittle L. A. Rawson I. C. MacLeod K. A. Purnell A. V. MacLean

SHANNON Housemaster: C. J. Barley, Esq. House Tutors: A. A. Grainger, Esq., C. S. Crockett, Esq., Mrs. M. Clarke, M. Van Heeswyk, Esq. House Captain: M. J. Perkins. School Prefect: M. J. Perkins. House Prefects: P. J. Bath, R. A. Law, J. D. Olliff, M. S. Newton, P. V. Millard HOUSE COLOURS SWIMMING: R. Olliff FOOTBALL: P. Carroll M. Newton HOCKEY: R. Van Cooten C. Habal D. Mountjoy J. Deans P. Murray TENNIS: M. Newton JUNIOR COLOURS: I. Gibb M. Nelson G. Lavender G. Smith S. Douglas C. Wood J. Armytage C. Thorns

MORRISON Housemaster: D. R. Wettenhall, Esq. House Tutors: J. H. Douglas, Esq., R. F. Slingo, Esq., R. Salen, Esq., P. A. Cronk, Esq. House Captain: H. L. Cock. School Prefects: T. T. Bracher, S. E. M. Leach, M. Quigley, H. L Cock. House Prefects: T. T. Bracher, D. A. Richardson, A. N. Warland. HOUSE COLOURS CRICKET: *R. P. Vickers-Willis M. McF. Harlock *P. L. Bell M. R. Kershaw D. A. Richardson ROWING: R. J. Windmill w. R. Magee D. A. R. Thomson C. T. McGlone W. J. Pescud NETBALL: A. Ziemer A. M. Pullin S. M. Crowl G. Campagnolo FOOTBALL: *H. L. Cock R. A. Fyffe *D. A. Richardson A. McF. Harlock R. P. Vickers-Willis M. R. Kershaw HOCKEY: *C. W. Ballinger F. J. Carr *S. E. M. Leach R. E. Champion T. T. Bracher CROSS COUNTRY: S. A. H. Adcock *R. J. Windmill W. R. Magee , A. Ziemer JUNIOR COLOURS: W. G. Ballinger B. W. Garratt C. G. Bracher T. D. G. Neilson B. D. Doery B. A. Rooks 'Previously awarded.

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WETTENHALL Housemaster: J. R. Nelson, Esq. House Tutors: Miss R. Barkley (Term I), D. W. Stott, Esq. (Term I), Mrs. S. Bullen (Terms II, III), D. M. Gilbert, Esq., C. E. Harbison, Esq., C. G. Ingham, Esq. House Captain: S. L. Bell. School Prefects: S. L Bell, S. J. Laidlaw, M. Macauley. A. G. Morrison. House Prefects: P. G. Abrecht, T. A. Walpole, A. J. Waugh

HOUSE COLOURS CRICKET: G. W. Binder * J . W. Hermiston D. G. Morrison

G. J. Simpson T. A. Walpole A. J. Waugh

ROWING: B. A. Amezdroz *S. L. Bell A. W. N. Cameron S. J. Cameron C. J. Dahlenburg

J. L. W. Daniel M. R. Laidlaw S. J. Laidlaw *A. G. Morrison A. R. Walpole

HOCKEY: S. L. Bell G. W. Binder *A. W. N. Cameron S. J. Cameron R. C. Fry * J . W. Hermiston CROSS COUNTRY E. Dennis K. Hope M. Macauley S. C. Fabb *R. C. Fry FOOTBALL: *B. A. Amezdroz *S. L. Bell G. W. Binder J. A. Dennis G. C. Emmett *R. C. Fry J. W. Hermiston M. K. Kelso GENERAL: A. J. Browne

M. K. Kelso M. H. W. Lade A. G. Morrison D. G. Morrison *A. J. Waugh

*S. J. Laidlaw D. G. Morrison T. A. Walpole A. T. Wettenhall

M. H. W. Lade S. J. Laidlaw *A. G. Morrison *D. G. Morrison G. J. Simpson R. A. Stevenson A. R. J. Urbahns A. J. Waugh

R. K. Lees 'Previously awarded.

McARTHUR Housemaster: T. A. Egan, Esq. House Tutors: D. I. McCallum, Esq., M. B. Keary, Esq., Mrs. J. C. Wood, M. J. H. Roland, Esq. House Capain: D. C. Osborne. School Prefects: R. H. Barley, R. G. Carr, D. C. Osborne. House Prefects: R. H. Barley, R. G. Carr, V. E. R. Cook, P. A. George, R. R. Rau, G. F. Witcombe. HOUSE COLOURS CRICKET: • J . T. A. Dickinson P. D. Strachan C. W. Rockefeller * J . MacLeod ROWING: A. J. Egan *P. A. George D. R. George

*R. J. George D. G. Pavia

SWIMMING: R. A. Payne *R. R. Rau P. D. Strachan *S. L. Wood S. M. Hocking HOCKEY: C. Lantz *R. G. Carr J. MacLeod *R. H. Barley CROSS COUNTRY: *A. Brown *C. W. Rockefeller R. G. Carr *P. A. George FOOTBALL: G. F. Witcombe H. C. Rockefeller C. W. Rockefeller J. L. Green J. T. A. Dickinson J. MacLeod P. D. Strachan D. C. Osborne M. R. Gardiner 'Previously awarded.

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COLES Housemaster: J. Murphy, Esq. House Tutors: Miss M. A. Hoult, R. M. Morris, Esq., B. R. Olsen, Esq., R. D. Wells, Esq. House Captain: W. J. Sloane. School Prefects: D. J. Cooper, M. D. Komp, W. J. Sloane. House Prefects: G. A. Douglas, J. A. Hutton, D. C. Jackson.

HOUSE COLOURS FOOTBALL: I. H. Anderson * J . A. Hutton H. J. Bowman *A. M. Kelso *M. D. Komp G. A. Douglas *M. A. Vincent * N . J. Graham I. J. Whiting A . W . Hooke CROSS COUNTRY: *M. D. Komp *D. J. Cooper R. L. Langley R. A. Dennis D. F. P. Selleck *G. A. Douglas *W. J. Sloane * N . R. Everett J. A. Hutton HOCKEY: P. W. Murphy I. J. Kearney P. Sheko *M. D. Komp *W. J. Sloane R. L. Langley D. P. Mew SWIMMING: D. F. P. Selleck P. J. Douglas *W. J. Sloane * J . A. Hutton M. P. Wild * M . D. Philip CRICKET: M. D. Komp I. H. Anderson I. J. Whiting N. J. Graham M. P. Wild *A. M. Kelso D. C. Jackson ROWING: I. J. Kearney * H . J. Bowman *S. M. Kearney D. J. Cooper M. D. Philip M. R. Dixon J. D. K. Watson *G. A. Douglas J. A. Hutton P. J. Lowe JUNIOR COLOURS: T. S. Nelson G. R. Allen T. R. H. Read R. J. D. Atkinson E. M. Richardson S. B. Barrett P. J. Douglass S. M. Kearney *Previously awarded.

HOUSE COMPETITION PLACINGS 1976 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

WETTENHALL COLES McARTHUR MORRISON CALVERT SHANNON

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ROWING MASTER IN CHARGE: R. M. MORRIS. CAPTAIN OF BOATS: A. G. MORRISON. VICE-CAPTAIN OF BOATS: S. L BELL. COMMITTEE: J. A. HUTTON, P. A. GEORGE, J. D. OLLIFF, B. A. AMEZDROZ, R. G. CARR.

FIRST VIII CREW

FIRST VIM Back Row: S. L. Bell (Bow), J. A. Hutton (2), A. W. N. Cameron (3), J. D. Olliff (4). Front Row: A. G. Morrison (6), D. J. Cooper (Str.), Mr. D. B. Ramage (Coach), B. A. Amezdroz (7), G. C. Emmett (5) On Ground: R. G. Carr (Cox).

FIRST VIII CREW In the Head of the River heats we were perhaps lucky to have the easiest draw, and in near perfect conditions we coasted to finish in a time ten seconds slower than the other two heats. In the final the 1st VIII was against Geelong Grammar School and for the first time since joining the competition, Brighton Grammar School. The head wind conditions and the most unsheltered lane for the lightest crew, College, put Geelong Grammar School the favourite to take the title. A snappy start allowed College to jump the other two crews, and to dictate the terms of the race. The 1st VIII rowing with superb bladework were never headed and crossed the line a length ahead of Geelong Grammar School, and in so doing won the Fairbairn Cup for the first time since 1960. Under the expert coaching of David Ramage, the fitness and finesse gained from 900 km of arduous training proved to be invaluable. Dave must certainly rate as the best coach in schoolboy rowing. His coaching technique and ability to draw the utmost from his crews, must ensure College further success.

1976 represented the end of the drought in College rowing success, and can be seen as the culmination of rowers' hopes and dreams over the past sixteen years. The season started with the usual rowing camp for the first three crews, three days before school commenced. This was where the crew shuffle began, searching for the perfect combination. For a crew member this was the time for proving one's worthiness for his seat and a time of uncertainty. Thir> lasted until the Barwon Regatta, where the 1st VIII made their winning debut, taking the maiden eights division comfortably. Up until this time the 1st VIII training schedule was marred by illnesses and injuries which prevented our rowing in the Ballarat and Henley Regattas, eliminating our chances for selection for the Australian Titles at Penrith. The 1st VIII won the Open Eight division of the Scotch Mercantile Regatta from Geelong Grammar School by two lengths and thereby became favourites for the Head of the River.

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OTHER SENIOR CREWS College did not only find success in the firsts. The second eight was again coached by Bob George. After drawing a hard heat against Scotch College and Xavier in the Head of the River heats, they went on to have a comfortable win in the losers' final with excellent rowing. The Thirds were again a heavy crew being just under the first Vlll's average weight. They proved themselves during the season by winning the coverted Mercantile Cup and the Head of the River winners' final. Congratulations must go to the coach Dave Olliff and to the crew. The fourths again under Dick Morris showed promise early in the season but suffered setbacks from injuries and illnesses. In the Head of the River heats they drew Scotch College, the eventual winners and rowed very well to win the losers' final. The polished fifth eight were coached by Glen Amezdroz and rowed very well to come second in the winners' final against strong opposition.

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JUNIOR ROWING AND GIRLS

HOUSE ROWING

Although the 1976 junior crews were not noted for their size they were for enthusiasm and interest. Three VIM's and two IV's were regularly boated and invaluable encouragement was given by the junior VIII coaches. It was pleasing to see this year that the junior crews all had regular coaches. Thanks must go to Dave Whitcroft, Andrew Burns and Dave McCallum for their efforts and dedication. Special mention must go to the eighth VIM who won their division at the Junior Regatta. This year, girls' numbers in the club were increased with four IV's being boated. The girls' crews, under the watchful eye of Mr. Doug Stott and the keenness of Nicky Ramage, showed their talent at three regattas during the season. Although success wasn't prominent they enjoyed themselves, and showed steady improvement through the Season.

This year House Rowing was held in the last week of term one. To reach the usual high standards of house rowing, one night was set aside for training. Most of this however was spent by a rescue party dispatched to remove a disabled cow from the river. After this invaluable preparation the heats and finals were conducted on the last day of term watched and encouraged by the whole school. With efficient starts the programme was rushed through except for the usual steering mishaps which resulted in minor collisions, with only a few bones broken. After some races of high standard in the heats, the scene was set for a Wettenhall-Coles clash in the finals of the first division. Coles proved to be too strong and won marginally from Wettenhall, Morrison, McArthur, Shannon and Calvert (in that order). The second crew division was won easily by the strong Wettenhall combination followed by Coles, Morrison. Overall, Coles won House Rowing for 1976. FIRST VIII D. B. Ramage, Esq. (Coach) S. L. Bell (Bow), J. A. Hutton (2), A. W. N. Cameron (3), J. D. Olliff (4), G. C. Emmett (5), A. G. Morrison (6), B. A. Amezdroz (7), D. J. Cooper (Str.), R. G. Carr (Cox). SECOND VIII R. H. George, Esq. (Coach) R. J. George (Bow), S. J. Cameron (2), P. A. George (3), R. J. Windmill (4), D. A. R. Thomson (5), D. R. George (6), D. C. Jackson (7), S. J. Laidlaw (Str.), I. J. Kearney (Cox). THIRD VIII D. Olliff, Esq. (Coach) A. J. Browne (Bow), R. J. W. Neville (2), J. A. Dennis (3), R. F. Duff (4), J. L. W. Daniel (5), W. J. Pescud (6), D. E. Bidstrup (7), A. J. Egan (Str.), M. R. Laidlaw (Cox). FOURTH VIII R. M. Morris, Esq. (Coach) R. A. Stevenson (Bow), C. R. Pugh (2), R. J. Millard (3), J. P. Windmill (4), K. G. B. Evans (5), J. W. Hill (6), C. Stewart (7), A. L. Philip (Str.), D. G. Pavia (Cox).

GIRLS ROWING Back Row: Susan J. MarshalUea, Katherine S. Grove, Elizabeth A. Cox, Clare T. McGlone, Virginia E. R. Cook. Centre Row: Helene M. Cameron, Katrina J. Ingpen, Miranda J. Gant, Fe'icity R. Rousseaux, Penelope J. King, Gina Campagnolo. Front Row: Kathrine E. Hope, Susanne M. Emmett, Mrs. N. Ramage, (Coach), Lindy-anne M. Wall, Mr. D. W. Stott (Coach), Sarah E. M. Leach, Dianne M. George.

FIFTH VIM G. D. Amezdroz, Esq. (Coach) D. F. S. Gillett (Bow), J. H. Gubbins (2), D. A. Bell (3), A. R. Walpole (4), B. E. McNaughton (5), R. A. Cook (6), A. T. Wettenhall (7), J. K. D. Watson (Str.), S. M. Kearney (Cox).

G I R L S ' FOURS

SIXTH VIM D. Whitcroft, Esq. (Coach) S. W. Monteith (Bow), R. D. Van Leerdam (2), P. A. Duffield (3), R. E. Southee (4), S. G. Bright (5), W. G. Burch (6), R. G. Magee (7), R. W. Wieland (Str.), B. G. Chatham (Cox).

K. E. Hope (Bow), L. M. Wall (2), J. L. Schofield (3), S. E. M. Leach (Str.), S. J. Marshallsea (Cox). F. R. M. Rousseaux (Bow), E. A. Cox (2), G. Campagnolo (3), P. J. King (Str.), A. M. Lees (Cox).

SEVENTH VIM A. Burns, Esq. (Coach) R. C. Laidlaw (Bow), B. S. Laidlaw (2), A. V. MacLean (3), N. S. Gardiner (4), I. R. Gibb (5), N. A. Walker (6), R. L. Langley (7), P. B. Buzolich (8), C. J. Dahlenburg (Cox).

K. M. Bridgewater (Bow), D. M. George (2), M. J. Gant (3), C. C. Swinburn (4), H. M. Cameron (Cox). K. J. I. Ingpen (Bow), K. S. Grove (2), V. E. R. Cook (3), S. M. Emmett (Str.), C. T. McGlone (Cox). HOUSE ROWING 1976 Coles Wettenhall Morrison McArthur Shannon Calvert

EIGHTH VIM D. I. McCallum, Esq. (Coach) S. T. Nelson (Bow), J. D. Waterhouse (2), M. R. Stephens (3), G. W. Gardner (4), A. C. Pinnow (5), C. M. Thorns (6), R. P. Button (7), A. J. Le Deux (Str.), N. L. Carr (Cox).

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CROSS COUNTRY MASTER IN CHARGE: MR. W. J. HARRIS and MR. I. C. SHEPPARD CAPTAIN: J. E. HARBISON VICE-CAPTAIN: A. D. FINLAY The status of cross-country as a winter sport has improved noticeably since last year, and this year almost thirty boys were competing each Saturday. Unfortunately none of the girls felt confident enough to grace the starting line as did some girls from the Geelong Grammar School. Perhaps next year'. The first run was conducted at Marcellin College, Bulleen, towards the very end of first term. The general performance of the team at this meeting and the following meeting at Dendy Park showed that more training would have been desirable. Following this we were visited by Canadian marathon runner, Brian Powell, from whom we all gained some cross-country expertise. For the second year now we took the team through a tortuous workout, improving our fitness, strength and getting a bit more "shift" into the whole team. The overall improvement was noticeable at the following meetings at Geelong Grammar, Sandringham Beach, Wattle Park, the Botanical Gardens and our best meeting of the year, Albert Park Lake. With the aid of a split round we managed to win the teams event at Albert Park Lake beating Melbourne Grammar, C.B.C. St. Kilda and Scotch College. The last meeting of the year was the All Schools' Championships at Heidelberg where the competition was found to be at its very best.

At all of these meetings we ran as a team and achieved a definite team spirit despite cross-country being more of an individual sport. In the under sixteen section the outstanding runner was Alistair Walpole who had best performances of 12th and 14th placings. Ian Morrison, Tim Read and David Selleck showed very significant improvement through the year and were valuable team members. The best performances in the Open section came from John Harbison and Alex Finlav. John Harbison's best performance was at 8th place whilst the consistency award must go to Alex Finlav who finished in 9th place on four consecutive weeks. Alex also finished the season with a very good 6th place in the under seventeen division of the All Schools' Championship. Other good performances came from Scott Fabb, Adrian Brown, Richard Kelso, Guy Anderson and David Millard, all of whom trained and competed enthusiastically and obtained some excellent placings. It was runners like these that were instrumental in our first teams event win. Thanks must go to Mr. Harris and Mr. Sheppard for their time and effort throughout the season, while coaching and tending to our fragile frames each Saturday. OPEN: Adcock S. A. H., Altmann M. L., Anderson G., Brown A. J., Fabb S. C, Finlay A. D., Geddes I. G., Harbison J. C, Hosking G. P., Kelso R. M., Ladd P. J., Millard D. L., Thorne M. C, Warfe N. J. UNDER 16: Bales'J., Brown A.B., Carruthers P. A. C, Davidson P. J., East G. T. E., Fabb S. A., Gough A. R., Hope P. D., Knight P. A., Laidlaw D. W., Magee R. G., Morrison I. E. D., Morrison R. S., Neale J. S., Read T. R. H., Rau P. D., Roberts T. K., Selleck D. F. P., Southee R. E., Stephens P. A., Walpole A. R., Wilkinson P. M.

Back Row: P. J. Davidson, A. M. Brown, P. A. J. Carruthers, A. R. Gough, J. W. Bales, B. A. Moloney, P. D. Rau. Centre Row: G. P. Hosking, M. L. Altmann, D. L. Millard, P. J. Ladd, R. S. Morrison, G. M c G . Anderson, I. E. D. Morrison, M. C. Thorne, T. K. Roberts, R. G. Magee. Front Row: S. A. Fabb, S. A. Adcock, R. M. Kelso, J. E. Harbison (Captain), Mr. W. J. Harris (Coach), A. D. Finlay (Vice-Captain), D. F. P. Selleck, A. R. Walpole, A. J. "Brown. On Ground: D. W. Laidlaw, J. S. Neale, T. R. H. Read.

Cross Country Championships

1. E.M. Richardson 2. V.G. Law 3. P . J . Blincoe

Coles Calvert Shannon

U15:

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G.R. Allan T.H.R. Read A.V. MacLean

Coles Coles Calvert

Time 15 mins, 5.7 secs.

Ul6s

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A.R. Walpole T.K. Roberts G . J . Cole

Wettenhall Wettenhall McArthur

Time 14 mins. 52.4 secs.

III 7:

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A.D. U n l a y D.M. L i n d r o s D.P.P. Selleck

Calvert Shannon Coles

Time 20 mins. 38.8 s e c s .

Open:

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J . E . Harbison C.V. R o c k e f e l l e r R.M. Kelso

Calvert McArthur Calvert

Time 21 mins. 0.9 secs.

Girls:

Time 12 mins.

CROSS COUNTRY

FOOTBALL MASTER IN CHARGE: D. J. C. ROFFEY, ESQ. I stood beside the coach for several minutes during the final quarter. He was tense, as the margin was narrow. Then he clenched his fists as his full-forward leapt for a mark. But the leap was far from vigorous and the ball just wasn't grasped. "Fair enough" said the understanding coach — "It's only natural he'd tire at this stage of the game." This is a typical situation during a final quarter, but I know that there is one person who is just not able to tire at any stage of the match — that is the UMPIRE. He is expected to be infallible in every way.— untiring, instantaneous with every decision and capable of observing thirty-six players simultaneously. Frankly, we haven't quite attained all those aims yet — but we got very close to them this year. It is not only my opinion, but also from what the coaches have said. The squad have not found it easy — the continual running — forwards, backwards, ball-bouncing, discussion on rules, questioning of technicalities. However, umpiring is becoming a more pleasing task at the College thanks to you — the players. Of course if you don't play your best you want to have an excuse — but fewer are blaming an umpire for their failings. As well, more players are making the ball their aim, rather than the" man. Usually these lines are written by one of the student umpires — but this year is an exception. One of our umpires has excelled this year and I feel his efforts should be recorded. I remember his first match late in 1974 — when he took on a central job. He was nervous before he went on — but he knew his theory well and he found out the applying of it was a very different task. It was only a mediocre job that he did then — but he knew clearly what his aims for 1975 and with real determination and courage he succeeded.

1976 brought continued success. During his vacation he attended a ten-day umpiring course in Melbourne conducted by the National Football Council. It was an intensive course with both practice and theory. Mr. Don Jolley, a former leading V.F.L. umpire was a key lecturer and our student finished up successfully passing the written and practical examination gaining a certificate of Competency for Schoolboy Umpiring. In addition he has now obtained School Colours for umpiring. The year continues with his standard improving even more, taking on four seconds matches and clearly making the game a pleasure for thirty-six players each Saturday. I point the above case out for two reasons — firstly in recognition of his effort and enthusiasm and secondly it is an example of a person who set himself a definite aim and made up his mind to achieve i t — a n example from which we can all learn. Well done Robert OIIiff. It's my intention to overlook the others who participated so well in the Umpiring Team. Under the guidance of Mr. Roffey we had a team of enthusiasts who made up their minds to continually give of their best. So often it's a thankless task — with the man-in-white just being taken for granted. If the job is well done — then all is quiet because that's expected anyway. But that delicate decision which was made in the goal square can suddenly get the entire teams' back up. This year saw the introduction of girls to the panel — several participating with Goal-Umpiring. Hopefully next year will see more assisting in this way. To all who have made the year so great I want to say a sincere thankyou — and hope that 1977 will be equally as good. R. F. SLINGO.

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CRICKET COACH'S REPORT FIRST XI COACH: E. B. DAVIES, ESQ. CAPTAIN: T. F. JUBB VICE-CAPTAIN: R. P. VICKERS-WILLIS COMMITTEE MAN: S. W. SUTCLIFFE In seven matches played, College won only one match, while losing six. All matches were played in good conditions, therefore, the weather had no bearing on the results. It is to be hoped that this year will be a year of gaining experience as eight boys who played in the XI were from form five. Therefore we can expect them to form the nucleus of the 1977 XI. There is talent among these boys, it just means they should concentrate on tightening up their game in order to succeed. There are also a number of under age players with considerable ability and these lads will no doubt be in contention for 1st XI honours in 1977. It was bad luck that College were drawn to play four strong teams in the first four rounds. These teams were all experienced, and our boys were never able to get any real confidence. We had a good match against St. Kevin's which we won, a very sad match against Geelong Grammar, and in the last match gave Melbourne Grammar, who won the Premiership, a big fright, especially as we dismissed them for 156 in their first innings. Stephen Sutcliffe was a star performer this season both with bat and ball and it was a thrill to all when he made 132 against St. Kevin's. We also congratulate Stephen on being selected in the A.P.S. squad.

Tristan Jubb captained the team well. It is difficult to captain a losing team and Tristan stood up to the task and tried everything to lift the team. Robert Vickers-Willis was an able Vice-Captain and also played well both batting and wicket-keeping. Our thanks once again go out to Stuart Rankin and his staff who gave excellent "tracks" both at practice and in matches. It was good to have many boys who operated the score board and to them we offer thanks. To Mel and John Chambers our appreciation to them for once again opening their home for our annual barbecue which we shared with the Haileybury boys. E. B. DAVIES.

TOUR OF NEW ZEALAND On January 12th a party of fourteen boys plus Coach and Mrs. Davies took off for Auckland to commence the 5th College tour of New Zealand since 1974. Unfortunately rain curtailed the cricket for the first five days and two matches were abandoned. These were against the Cornwall C.C., Auckland, and the Hamilton Boys H.S. However good weather prevailed for the latter part of the tour and matches were completed in Wellington against Kilburnie C.C. which consisted mainly of past and present students of Rongatai College. From Wellington a pleasant two day match was played at Palmerston North and finally two one-day fixtures at Lancaster Park C.C. and St. Andrew's College in Christchurch. The boys visited many other places of interest including Rotorua, Queenstown and had the pleasure of swimming in the hot thermal pools which abound in N.Z. Although the team won only 2 matches the tour was highly successful and much experience gained not to mention the friendships formed. E. B. DAVIES.

CRICKET Back Row: T. R. Hedditch, D. G. Morrison, M. P. Wild, M. D. Komp, P. L. Bell, N. J. Graham, G. W. Binder, J. T. A. Dickinson. Front Row: J. W. Hermiston, I. W. Mitchell, T. F. Jubb (Captain), Mr. E. B. Davies (Coach), R. P. Vickers-Willis (Vice-Captain) S. W. Sutcliffe, A. J. Waugh.

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FIRST XI Coach: E. B. Davies, Esq. Those who played were: Bell P. L, Binder G.W., Dickinson J. T. A., Graham N. J., Hedditch T. Ft., Hermiston J. A., Jubb T. F. (Captain), Komp M. D. Mitchell I. W., Morrison D. G., Sutcliffe S. W. Vickers-Willis R. P. (Vice-Captain), Waugh A. J., Wild M. P.

FIRST XI MATCH DETAILS FIRST P.S. MATCH — BYE SECOND P.S. MATCH Geelong College v. Caulfield Grammar School at College, 13th and 14th February. Caulfield Grammar won the toss and batted. CAULFIELD GRAMMAR, FIRST INNINGS: Lyte l.b.w. Binder 58 Goodall l.b.w. Mitchell 7 Stone c. Waugh b. Binder 11 Chisolm c. Komp b. Bell 34 Hood b. Hermiston 2 Warburton c. Vickers-Willis b. Sutcliffe 9 Mailing c. Sutcliffe b. Jubb 40 Ponsford c. and b. Hermiston 43 Murphy b. Binder 10 Frankland Not Out 3 Basser b. Hermiston 0 Sundries 7 TOTAL 224 FALL OF WICKETS: 22, 46, 104, 107, 122, 124, 124, 178, 197. BOWLING: Sutcliffe 1/70, Mitchell 1/27, Binder 3/54, Bell 1/25, Hermiston 3/59, Jubb 1/6, Morrison 0/0. GEELONG COLLEGE, FIRST INNINGS: Waugh c. Hood b. Stone Morrison l.b.w. Basser Binder c. Chisolm b. Frankland Jubb c. Chisolm b. Warburton Vickers-Willis c. Chisolm b. Frankland Sutcliffe l.b.w. Frankland Hermiston l.b.w. Frankland Graham b. Warburton Komp b. Warburton Bell b. Warburton Mitchell Not Out Sundries TOTAL FALL OF WICKETS: 3, 12, 40, 40, 40, 46, 56, 56, 60.

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GEELONG COLLEGE, SECOND INNINGS: Waugh l.b.w. Warburton 11 Morrison b. Warburton 1 Vickers-Willis c. Mailing b. Basser 0 Jubb l.b.w. Basser 6 Binder c. Chisolm b. Basser 1 Sutcliffe l.b.w. Basser 0 Hermiston Not Out 12 Graham c. Chisolm b. Warburton 1 Komp l.b.w. Warburton 0 Bell c. Ponsford b. Warburton 9 Mitchell c. Chisolm b. Basser 3 Sundries 4 TOTAL 48 FALL OF WICKETS: 2, 5, 16, 17, 17, 28, 33, 33, 45. Caulfield Grammar won by an innings and 111 runs. THIRD P.S. MATCH Geelong College v. Scotch College at Scotch College, 20th and 21st February. Scotch College won the toss and Geelong College were put in to bat. GEELONG COLLEGE, FIRST INNINGS: Waugh c. Hewitt b. Marks 11 Jubb l.b.w. Miles 15 Sutcliffe c. Williams 65 Vickers-Willis l.b.w. Marks 40 Binder c. Bubb b. Marks 0 Morrison l.b.w. Marks 13 Hermiston c. Hewitt b. Marks 26 Graham c. Marks b. Miles 12 Dickinson c. Burnside b. Smith 15 Bell Not Out 7 Mitchell b. Marks 4 Sundries 6 TOTAL 214 FALL OF WICKETS: 23, 33, 123, 127, 142, 175, 178, 196, 207. SCOTCH COLLEGE, FIRST INNINGS: Sinclair b. Sutcliffe 6 Williams l.b.w. Binder 23 Melville Retired Hurt 78 Hey l.b.w. Sutcliffe 44 Akam c. Dickinson b. Sutcliffe 79 Bubb c. Hermiston b. Sutcliffe 57 Marks c. Mitchell b. Sutcliffe 9 Miles c. Binder b. Bell 19 Hewitt b. Jubb 5 Burniside c. Binder b. Bell 0 W/Smith Not Out 0 Sundries 10 TOTAL 330 FALL OF WICKETS: 26, 32, 96, 219, 282, 324, 326, 330, 330. BOWLING: Sutcliffe 5/77, Mitchell 0/19, Binder 1/75, Hermiston 0/43, Bell 2/44, Jubb 1/49, Morrison 0/12. Scotch College won on first innings by 116 runs.

FOURTH P.S. MATCH Geelong College v. Carey Grammar at College, 27th and 28th February. Carey won toss and College batted. GEELONG COLLEGE, FIRST INNINGS: Waugh c. Reilly b. Tyson 0 Jubb l.b.w. Grove 8 Sutcliffe c. Loader b. Duncan 18 Vickers-Willis b. Grove 2 Graham l.b.w. Tyson 57 Hermiston b. Grove 0 Morrison c. Macrae b. Duncan 0 Dickinson b. Duncan 2 Binder c. and b. Ross 7 Hedditch l.b.w. Tyson 0 Bell Not Out 2 Sundries 10 TOTAL 106 FALL OF WICKETS: 0, 28, 38, 38, 38, 57, 7 1 , 104, 104. CAREY GRAMMAR, FIRST INNINGS: Jones c. Morrison b. Hedditch 9 Reilly c. Graham b. Jubb 69 Ross c. Binder b. Sutcliffe 29 Mill c. Graham b. Jubb 15 Loader Not Out 8 Macrae Not Out 1 Sundries 1 TOTAL 4/132 FALL OF WICKETS: 22, 93, 123, 125. BOWLING: Sutcliffe 1/43, Binder 0/33, Hedditch 1/17, Bell 0/13, Jubb 2/18, Hermiston 0/3. Carey Grammar won on first innings by 26 runs. FIFTH P.S. MATCH Geelong v. Haileybury College at Haileybury, 12th and 13th March. Haileybury won toss and College batted. GEELONG COLLEGE, FIRST INNINGS: Waugh b. Curry 3 Jubb l.b.w. Lynch 38 Sutcliffe c. Thomson b. Curry 21 Vickers-Willis c. Moss b. Lynch 23 Graham c. Wareing b. Taylor 1 Hermiston c. Curry b. Chambers 34 Komp c. and b. Curry 1 Binder c. and b. Taylor 1 Bell Run Out 2 Mitchell b. Chambers 0 Hedditch Not Out 6 Sundries 2 TOJAL 132 FALL OF WICKETS: 11, 60, 69, 74*, 88, 94, 97, 110, 114. HAILEYBURY, FIRST INNINGS: Moss b. Mitchell 0 Bebwell c. Komp b. Binder 9 Lynch c. Komo b. Bell 80 Chambers b. Hermiston 28 Campbell Not Out 8 Betheras Not Out 7 Sundries 1 TOTAL 4/133 dec. FALL OF WICKETS: 4, 4 1 , 118, 124. BOWLING: Sutcliffe 0/20, Mitchell 1 / 3 1 , Hedditch 0/32, Binder 1/13, Bell 1/27, Hermiston 1/9. GEELONG COLLEGE, SECOND INNINGS: Waugh c. and b. Chambers Jubb c. Moss b. Lynch Sutcliffe l.b.w. Chambers Vickers-Willis Not Out Hermiston b. Wareing Graham c. and b. Chambers Komp Stumped b. Chambers Bell c. Mnss b. Taylor Binder Not Out Sundries TOTAL FALL OF WICKETS: 63, 70, 87, 97, 102, 144, 144.

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HAILEYBURY, SECOND INNINGS: Campbell Not Out 33 Moss b. Sutcliffe 9 Chambers Not Out 20 Sundries 4 TOTAL 1/66 FALL OF WICKET: 10. BOWLING: Mitchell 0/2, Sutcliffe 1/13, Hermiston 0/13, Vickers-Willis 0/18, Hedditch 0/9, Binder 0/7. Haileybury College won on first innings by 6 wickets. SIXTH P.S. MATCH Geelong College v. St. Kevin's at College, 19th and 20th March. College won toss and batted. GEELONG COLLEGE, FIRST INNINGS: Jubb Run Out 13 Wauqh c. Dunn b. Morwood 4 Sutcliffe c. Kelly b. Horniblow 132 Vickers-Willis c. and b. Kerr 15 Hermiston c. Power b. Burn 1 Graham l.b.w. Kerr 4 Komp c. Dunn b. Morwood 24 Bell c. Dunn to. Kerr 1 Binder Stumoed b. Kerr 9 Hedditch Not Out 11 Mitchell Not Out 10 Sundries 11 TOTAL 9/235 dec. FALL OF WICKETS: 5, 84, 124, 128, 140, 191, 198, 214, 215.

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ST. KEVIN'S, FIRST INNINGS: Power c. Vickers-Willis b. Binder 0 Davis b. Hedditch 12 Braver b. Binder 1 Burn c. Morrison b. Sutcliffe 48 Kelly c. Vickers-Wills b. Hedditch 15 Walsh b. Sutcliffe 1 Morwood c. Hermiston b. Sutcliffe 44 Horniblow l.b.w. Sutcliffe 0 Kerr Run Out 5 Dunn Not Out 12 Tumbull l.b.w. Hedditch 0 Sundries 12 TOTAL 150 FALL OF WICKETS: 3, 10, 4 1 , 83, 89, 95, 95, 120, 146. BOWLING: Mitchell 0 / 1 1 , Binder 2/48, Sutcliffe 4/30, Bell 0/6, Hedditch 3/39, Hermiston 0/4. GEELONG COLLEGE, SECOND INNINGS: Jubb Not Out Waugh l.b.w. Morwood Vickers-Willis c. Morwood b. Kerr Hermiston Not Out Sundries TOTAL FALL OF WICKETS: 14, 55.

9 5 31 4 12 2/60 dec.

ST. KEVIN'S, SECOND INNINGS: Davis c. Vickers-Willis b. Binder 9 Burn c. Morrison b. Sutcliffe 9 Kelly c. Hedditch b. Binder1 Morwood b. Sutcliffe 33 Braver b. Sutcliffe 14 Kerr c. Sutcliffe b. Hedditch 20 Walsh c. Binder b. Mitchell 15 Power c. Vickers-Willis b. Hedditch 7 Turnbull Not Out 4 Horniblow Run Out 6 Dunn Not Out 2 Sundries 2 TOTAL 9/124 FALL OF WICKETS: 11, 14, 23, 66, 67, 88, 111, 116, 121. BOWLING: Sutcliffe 3/67, Binder 2/18, Hedditch 2/23, Mitchell 1/14. Geelong College won on first innings by 85 runs SEVENTH P.S. MATCH Geelong College v. Geelong Grammar at Grammar 26th and 27th March. Geelong Grammar won toss and batted. GEELONG GRAMMAR, Scudamore Rule Schlicht Walton Heywood Comben McFarland Noall Mansell Brody Grimshaw

FIRST INNINGS: b. Binder 2 c. Wild b. Sutcliffe 3 c. Waugh by Sutcliffe 17 c. Jubb b. Mitchell 28 b. Sutcliffe 5 c. Sutcliffe b. Hedditch 7 Run Out 51 b. Sutcliffe 0 c.Morrison b. Binder 35 Not Out 2 b. Sutcliffe 1 Sundries 4 TOTAL 183 FALL OF WICKETS: 3, 39, 59, 66, 76, 112, 112, 170, 182. BOWLING: Mitchell 2/49, Binder 2/54, Sutcliffe 4/40, Hedditch 1/18, Hermiston 0/12, Vickers-Willis 0/6. GEELONG COLLEGE, FIRST INNINGS: Jubb c. Scudamore b. Comben Hermiston l.b.w. McFarland Sutcliffe b. Mansell Vickers-Willis c. Comben b. McFarland Morrison l.b.w. Mansell Waugh StumDed b. Heywood Komp c. Grimshaw b. Heywood Wild l.b.w. McFarland Binder Hit Wicket b. Comben Hedditch b. McFarland Mitchell Not Out Sundries TOTAL

1 5 12 23 1 1 2 11 9 0 5 3 73

GEELONG COLLEGE, SECOND INNINGS: Jubb l.b.w. Comben 28 Waugh b. McFarland 18 Sutcliffe c. Comben b. Heywood 11 Vickers-Willis b. Mansell 50 Hermiston l.b.w. Mansell 31 Morrison l.b.w. McFarland 8 Komp l.b.w. Mansell 0 Wild b. Mansell 7 Hedditch Not Out 7 Mitchell b. Mansell 6 Sundries 12 TOTAL 178 FALL OF WICKETS: 35, 65, 65, 124, 153, 153, 165. Geelong Grammar won on first innings by 110 runs. EIGHTH P.S. MATCH Geelong College v. Melbourne Grammar, 2nd and 3rd April. College won toss and Melbourne Grammar batted MELBOURNE GRAMMAR, FIRST INNINGS: Ansell c. Vickers-Willis b. Sutcliffe 9 Trunbell c. Waugh b. Binder 0 Boddinnar b. Mitchell 7 Mitchell c Mitchell b. Hermiston 51 Henderson b. Binder 22 Edmonds c. Jubb b. Sutcliffe 8 Thomson c. Vickers-Willis b. Hedditch 4 Cameron c. Binder b. Hermiston 41 Freeman c. Jubb b. Sutcliffe 1 Pattinson b. Sutcliffe 5 Davis Not Out 0 Sundries 10 TOTAL 158 FALL OF WICKETS: 4, 15, 27, 63, 80, 85, 146, 148, 158. BOWLING: Mitchell 1/42, Binder 2/43, Sutcliffe 4/42, Hedditch 1/19, Hermiston 2/2. GEELONG COLLEGE, FIRST INNINGS: Waugh c. Edmonds b. Thomson Jubb Stumped b. Thomson Morrison c. Mitchell b. Freeman Sutcliffe c. Henderson b. Thomson Vickers-Willis c. Cameron b. Thomson Hermiston l.b.w. Davis Graham b. Thomson Binder c. Thomson b. Davis Wild . c. Davis b. Thomson Mitchell Not Out Hedditch -b. Thomson Sundries TOTAL

3 10 35 11 6 19 8 14 2 5 0 6 119

MELBOURNE GRAMMAR, SECOND INNINGS: Ansell b. Hermiston 17 Trumbell c. Jubb b. Hedditch 27 Boddimar c. Wild b. Sutcliffe 7 Mitchell Run Out 3 Henderson c. and b. Binder 61 Edmonds c. Waugh b. Binder 4 Thomson c. Vickers-Willis b. Sutcliffe 33 Cameron c. Wild b. Sutcliffe 3 Freeman c. Mitchell b. Sutcliffe 0 Pattinson Not Out 0 Davis c. Wild b. Sutcliffe 0 Sundries 9 TOTAL 163 FALL OF WICKETS: 45, 53, 6 1 , 72, 77, 152, 162, 163, 163. BOWLING: Mitchell 0/7, Binder 2/45, Sutcliffe 5/48, Vickers-Willis 0/12, Hedditch 1/16, Hermiston 1/22. Jubb 0/5. Melbourne Grammar won on first innings by 39 runs.

BOWLING Name SUTCLIFFE, S. W. JUBB, T. F.

FIRST XI AVERAGES BATTING Name Inns. SUTCLIFFE, S. W. 10 VICKERS-WILLIS, R. P. 11 JUBB, T. F. 11 HERMISTON, J. A. 10 WAUGH, A. J. 11 GRAHAM, N. J. 8 MITCHELL, I. W. 8 DICKINSON, J. T. A. 2 MORRISON, D. G. 7 HEDDITCH, T. R. 6 WILD, M . P . 3 KOMP, M. D. 7 BINDER, G. W. 9 BELL, P. L. 7

N.O. 1 1 2 4 3 1 2

H.S. 132 50 38 34 53 57 10 15 35 11 1 1 24 14 9

Runs 271 228 172 129 131 93 37 17 59 24 20 46 44 22

Av. 27.1 22.8 17.2 16.1 11.9 11.6 9.3 8.5 8.4 8.0 6.7 6.6 6.3 4.4

HEDDITCH, T. R. HERMISTON, J. A. BINDER, G., W. BELL, P. L.' MITCHELL, I. W. VICKERS-WILLIS, R. P. MORRISON, D. G. GRAHAM, N. J.

Overs 137 17

Mds. 21 2

Wkts. 28 4

Runs 450 68

Av. 16 17

39 36 90 32 55 7 4 1

4 1 9 3 7 2 1 1

9 7 15 4 6 -

173 171 390 115 202 36 12 0

19.2 24.4 26 28.8 33.3 -

BEST PARTNERSHIPS Opening: 63 (138 mins.) Jubb-Waugh 1st Wicket: 79 (105 mins.) Jubb-Sutcliffe 2nd Wicket: 3rd Wicket: 4th Wicket: 5th Wicket: 6th Wicket: 7th Wicket: 8th Wicket: 9th Wicket:

90 59 29 51 27 33 12 20

(91 mins.) Vickers-Willis-Sutcliffe (53 mins.) Vickers-Willis-Homiblow (16 mins.) Vickers-Willis-Morrison (33 mins.) Sutcliffe-Komp (27 mins.) Binder-Hermiston (26 mins.) Graham-Binder (14 mins.) Bell-Hermiston (12 mins.) Hedditch-Mitchell

vs. H.C. St.K. S.C. G.G.S. G.G.S. St.K. M.G.S. Carey G.G.S. St.K.

SECOND XI Coach: B. R. Olsen, Esq. Those who played were: Anderson I. H. (Vice-Captain), Bath P. J., Bell P. L, Brown P. C, Carroll P. N. C, Dickinson J. T. A., Douglas G. A., Graham N. J., Kelso, A. M. (Captain), Kelso M. K., Komp M. D., Morrison D. G., Nelson C. L., Pearson G. M., Richardson D. A., Sweeting D. J., Vines R. A., Walpole T. A., Wild M. P. Results: G.C. 104 lost to C.G.S. 148. G.C. 9/108 lost to S.C. 160. G.C. 89 and 4/52 lost to H.C. 136. G.C. 4/143 defeated St.K. 8 / 1 4 1 . G.C. 81 lost to G.G.S. 103. G.C. 135 defeated M.G.S. 98.

UNDER 16A Coach: D. M. Gilbert, Esq. Those who played were: Beckingsale J. B., Harlock, A. McF., Kershaw M. R., Logan P. J., Pickering P. R., Powell C. R., Salvalaggio O., Strachan P. D (Vice-Captain), Thorne M. O, Whiting I. J. (Captain), Williams N. H., Urbahns A. R. J. Results: G.C. 55 lost to S.C. 9/150. G.C. 100 lost to C.G.S. 162. G.C. 118 lost to H.C. 135. G.C. 8/86 lost to St.K. 8/170. G.C. 3/182 defeated G.G.S. 8/162. G.C. 9/118 lost to M.G.S. 8/159.

UNDER 16B Coach: C. E. Harbison, Esq. Those who played were: Browne P. O, Douglas G. A Fry R. C, Geddes I., Inglis R. I., Harwood C. N., Hooke A. w' Jones P. F. (Vice-Captain), Kelso M. K. (Captain), Ladd P. J.' Lade M. H., Lawrance A. F., Lindros D. M., Logan P. J Nelson C. L, Stillman G. J., Sweeting D. J., Thorne M. C. Results: G.C. 89 lost to S.C. 8/166. GO 119 lost to H.C. 185. tj.C. 118 lost to G.G.S. 145. G.C. 51 lost to M.G.S. 4/169.

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UNDER 15A Coach: J. H. Douglass, Esq. Those who played were: Anderson A. S;, Harwood B. R., Bracher C. G. (Vice-Captain), MacGregor S. A., Ormsby M. A., Howarth P. C. (Captain), McFarland D. H. McDonald A. A., Doery B. D., Smith G. J., Crosby I. T., Cole A. J., Ashburner W. L, Lavender G. L. Results: G.C. 7/213 defeated C.G. 124. G.C. 32 and 9/64 lost to S.C. 205. G.C. 59 lost to H.C. 9/89. G.C. 8/137 lost to St.K. 7/166. G.C. 103 lost to M.G.S. 6/133.

UNDER 15B Coach: M. J. H. Roland, Esq. Those who played were: Anderson A. S., Brown K. J., Cole A. J., Cole T. J., Cooke D. H., Deans J. D. (Captain), Doery B. D., Eldridge M. G., Garratt B. N. (Vice-Captain), Horniblow B. W., Mallett P. C, Neilson T. D. G., Ormsby M. A , Rooks B. A., Smith G. J. Results: G.C. 62 lost to S.C. 164. G.C. 9/80 lost to H.C. 100. G.C. 52 and 5/87 lost to M.G.S. 186.

UNDER 14A Coaches: M. F. Murray, Esq. and W. J. Harris, Esq. Those who played were: Allen G. (Captain), Bath D., Creagh R., Douglas S., Gordon D., Howarth D. (Vice-Captain), Jewell P., Komp A., Laidlaw A., Laidlaw D., Miller S., Nelson D., Nelson M., Scott P. Mel. Results: G.C. 88 defeated C.G.S. 76. G.C. 7/159 defeated S.C. 108. G.C. 76 lost to H.C. 52 and 7/72. G.C. 106 lost to G.G.S. 9/140. G.C. 136 lost to St.K. 4/200. G.C. 149 defeated M.G.S. 117.

UNDER 14B Coaches: W. J. Harris, Esq. and M. F. Murray, Esq. Those who played were: Annois R. M. C, Bath D. R., Callender I. R., Creagh R. N. (Captain), Fielding T. S., Inglis A. C, Jewell P. A., Krastins K. A., Laird A. J., Lindros P. A. C, Nelson D. J., Roberts T. K., Warren D. A. Results: G.C. 43 and 41 lost to G.G.S. 7/125. G.C. 32 lost to S.C. 5 / 8 1 . G.C. 57 lost to M.G.S. 98.

HOUSE CRICKET OPEN Round 1: Coles 4/152 defeated Shannon 65 and7/42. Morrison 106 defeated Calvert 75. Wettenhall 8/82 defeated McArthur 42 and 6/63. Round 2: Wettenhall 5/60 and 3/45 defeated Shannon 40 and 63. Morrison 9/85 defeated McArthur 50 and 3/43. Coles 8/110 defeated Calvert 102. Round 3: Wettenhall 121 defeated Calvert 38 and 9/62. Shannon 82 defeated McArthur 9/79. Morrison 120 defeated Coles 84. Round 4: / Calvert 3/117 defeated Shannon 47 and 4/65. Wettenhall 2/124 defeated Morrison 118. Coles 5/86 defeated McArthur 27 and 7/53. Round 5: Morrison 4/138 defeated Shannon 73 and 32. Coles 183 defeated Wettenhall 138. Calvert 141 defeated McArthur 8/134. UNDER 15 Round 1: Wettenhall 6/93 defeated McArthur 63. Coles 1/163 defeated Shannon 36 and 32. 'Morrison 45 defeated Calvert 33 and 3 / 1 1 1 . Round 2: Wettenhall 69 defeated Shannon 42. *McArthur defeated Morrison outright. Coles 5/126 defeated Calvert 9 and 20. Round 3: Wettenhall 5/92 defeated Calvert 38. McArthur 3/60 defeated Shannon 15 and 8/92. Morrison 31 and 6 / 8 6 defeated Coles 24. Round 4: Shannon 7/105 defeated Calvert 57. Morrison 79 defeated Wettenhall 66. McArthur 75 defeated Coles 36. Round 5: Morrison 41 and 79 defeated Shannon 57 and 57. Coles 138 defeated Wettenhall 69 and 2/28. McArthur defeated Calvert outright. 'Morrison lost match points in two matches due to playing an over age player. FINAL PLACINGS: Match House Points Points OPEN Wettenhall 28 22 ½ Morrison 28 22½ Coles 26 15 Calvert 18 10 McArthur 10 2½ Shannon 10 2½ OVERALL UNDER 15 FINAL POINTS Coles 26 18 Morrison 4O½ Morrison 26 18 Coles 33 McArthur 22 10 Wettenhall 32½ Wettenhall 22 10 McArthur 12½ Shannon 15 4 Calvert 10 Calvert 6 0 Shannon 6½ K. W. NICOLSON TROPHY The K. W. Nicolson trophy for the best performance during the season was won by the Under 14 XI. Captain: G. R. Allen. Coaches: M. F. Murray, Esq. and W. J. Harris, Esq.

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SWIMMING MASTER IN CHARGE: C. S. CROCKETT, ESQ. COACHES: J. MURPHY, ESQ.; N. R. PATCHETT, ESQ.; D. K. MILLARD, ESQ. CAPTAIN: P. V. MILLARD. VICE-CAPTAIN: P. L. SOLOMON. COMMITTEE: P. V. MILLARD, P. L. SOLOMON, P. G. ABRECHT, R. C. OLLIFF, S. L. WOOD, S. T. MOCKRIDGE, R. M. KELSO. 1976 must have been the most successful season the Swimming Team has had for many years. Many senior swimmers gained first places in open events and there is a sound core of junior swimmers coming up through the Preparatory School. The standard of diving has also improved immensely. Peter Millard proved to be a most efficient captain and he was ably assisted by Peter Solomon. Peter Solomon, Stephen Hocking and Richard Kelso swam like champions in the final A.P.S. Open Relay at Caulfield, and it was Peter Millard's determined effort in the freestyle sprint that gained the team its first place. Ricky Payne, Stephen Hocking, Steven Schaller and Carolyn Kent-Hughes performed extremely well throughout the season. Derek Kovacs, Ruth Longfield, Warren Powell, Graham Morton and Neil Barrett from the Preparatory School put in good performances. Sue Mockridge, Robert Oliff and lain MacLeod raised the standard of diving to a very high level. The team competed in five A.P.S. meetings, gaining one first place, three second places and one third place. Thanks are due to Mr. Barry Solomon and Mr. Jim KentHughes for their kind assistance in judging on several occasions.

The team enjoyed two barbecues during the season, one carried out in 28 minutes flat at Corio, because the bus was waiting! The final barbecue was held at Mr. Crockett's place at Ocean Grove, where the team took part in other kinds of competitions! In the Geelong and District All Schools Carnival, held at Kardinia Park on the 6th March, the College retained the Strahan Shield for the sixteenth successive year. TEAM: P. G. Abrecht, M. R. Fulton, P. W. Gilmore, S. M. Hocking, R. M. Kelso, P. A. Knight, M. J. McLaren, R. B. MacLeod, I. C. MacLeod, D. L. Millard, P. V. Millard, I. E. D. Morrison, D. R. Mountjoy, J. B. Mullins, R. C. Olliff, R. N. Payne, S. A. Schaller, P. L. Solomon, P. M. Wilkinson, S. T. Mockridge, C. Kent-Hughes, S. L. Wood, L. A. McKendrick, H. E. Purnell, D. A. K. Kovacs, W. J. Powell, C. R. Longfield, R. G. Morton, N. J. Barrett, M. J. Hand, D. I. May, J. McC. Neely, A. A. Sietsma, T. J. Kent-Hughes, K. L. Quinton, D. L. Garrard, R. G. Morton, C. K. Dunoon, C. R. Knox, C. A. Favaloro. Thanks are due to Mr. R. Salen for the time he spent in making video tapes of training sessions at Kardinia Park and at an A.P.S. meeting at Corio and to Mr. Crockett for his help and encouragement throughout the season, and for holding two very enjoyable barbecues. RESULTS: Wes. 246; G.C. 164; Xav. 162. G.C. 266; G.G. 206. Wes. 217; G.C. 209; G.G. 164. H.C. 230; B.G.S. 227; G.C. 138. M.G.S. 249; G.C. 191; Car. 165. M.G.S. 223; G.C. 217; Caul. 165. The Annual Swimming Sports were held at Kardinia Park on Thursday the 26th February. The house championship was very keenly contested, right up to the final relays. Here Calvert House showed that they had greater depth than other houses and they pulled away from Shannon House to beat them by 25 points. McArthur House was not far behind in third place. Two school records were broken.

SWIMMING Back Row: R. MacLeod, R. N. Payne, P. L. Solomon, P. V. Millard, R. M. Kelso, R. C. Olliff; D. R. Mountjoy, S. M. Hocking. Centre Row (Seated): D. A. K. Kovacs, Hel en E. Purnell, Lyndsay A. McKendrick, Sally L. Wood, Mr. C. S. Crockett (Coach), Suzanne T. Mockridge, Carolyn Kent-Hughes, P. W. Gilmore, I. C. MacLeod. Seated on Ground: M. J. Hand, C. Ruth Longfield, J. McC. Neely.

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HOUSE CHAMPIONSHIP: Calvert 161 points, 1st; Shannon 136 points, 2nd; McArthur 112 points, 3rd; Coles 69 points, 4th; Wettenhall 64 points 5th; Morrison 40 points, 6th. INDIVIDUAL CHAMPIONSHIPS: Open — P. V. Millard, 1st; S. L. Wood, 2rfd. Under 16 — S . A. Schaller, 1st; S. M. Hocking, 2nd. Under 15 — R . J. Millard, 1st; R. N. Payne, 2nd. Under 1 4 — G . J. Brown, 1st; L. A. McKendrick and A. J. Spittle, equal 2nd. Open 200m F/s: S. L. Wood 1st, D. L. Millard 2nd, M. R. Kershaw 3rd. Open 100m F/s: P. V. Millard 1st, S. L. Wood 2nd, R. M. Kelso 3rd. Open 50m F/s: P. V. Millard 1st, R. M. Kelso 2nd, P. L. Solomon 3rd. All Ages 50m B/f: S. M. Hocking 1st, P. V. Millard 2nd, R. M. Kelso 3rd. Open 50m Br/s: P. L. Solomon 1st, D. L. Millard 2nd, S. L. Wood 3rd. Open 50m Bk/s: P. V. Millard 1st, R. M. Kelso 2nd, W. J. Sloane 3rd. U16 100m F/s: S. A. Schaller 1st, S. M. Hocking 2nd, D. K. Powell 3rd. U16 50m F/s: S. A. Schaller 1st, C. R. Powell 2nd, S. M. Hocking 3rd. U16 50m Br/s: S. A. Schaller 1st, S. M. Hocking 2nd, D. R. George 3rd. U16 50m Bk/s: C. R. Powell 1st, P. D. Strachan 2nd, D. F. P. Selleck 3rd. U15 50m F/s: R. J. Millard 1st, R. N. Payne 2nd, I. C. MacLeod 3rd. U15 50m Br/s: R. J. Millard 1st, R. N. Payne 2nd, I. C. MacLeod 3rd. U15 50m Bk/s: R. N. Payne 1st, R. J. Millard 2nd, I. C. MacLeod 3rd. U14 50m F/s: G. J. Brown 1st, C Kent-Hughes 2nd, A. J. Spittle 3rd. U14 50m Br/s: L. A. McKendrick 1st, P. W. Gilmore 2nd, H. E. Purnell 3rd. U14 50m Bk/s: A. J. Spittle 1st, G. J. Brown 2nd, S. F. Douglas 3rd. Diving Open/U16: S. T. Mockridge 1st, R. C. Olliff 2nd, J. A. Hutton 3rd. Diving U14/U15: A. J. Le Deux 1st, A. J. Spittle 2nd, J. McC. Neely 3rd. Girls 4 x50m F/s Relay: Morrison 1st, Calvert 2nd, Wettenhall 3rd. All Ages 3 x 50m Individual Medley: S. L. Wood 1st, S. A. Schaller 2nd, C. R. Powell 3rd. HOUSE RELAYS: U16 3 x50m Medley Relay: Calvert 1st, Shannon 2nd, McArthur 3rd. U15 3 x50m Medley Relay: Calvert 1st, Morrison 2nd, Wettenhall 3rd. U14 3 x50m Medley Relay: Wettenhall 1st, Coles 2nd, Shannon 3rd. Open 4 x 50m F/s Relay: Shannon 1st, Calvert 2nd, Coles 3rd. U16 4 x50m F/s Relay: Calvert 1st, McArthur 2nd, Morrison 3rd. U15 4 x 50m F/s Relay: Shannon 1st, Calvert 2nd, Coles 3rd. U14 4 x50m F/s Relay: Coles 1st, Calvert 2nd, Wettenhall 3rd. RECORDS: 50m Breaststroke U16: S. A. Schaller 36.2. 50m Backstroke U16: C. R. Powell 33.0.

TENNIS The thanks of all players go to the many people associated with Tennis, for the time they gave to coaching and travelling either to Melbourne or the Geelong courts for the competition games. Mr. Don Cameron must also be thanked for his coaching during the year.

MASTER IN CHARGE: M. B. KEARY, ESQ. CAPTAIN: J. MACLEOD. VICE-CAPTAIN: D. C. OSBORNE. COMMITTEE: G. M. COMBEN, G. E. WITCOMBE, H. L. COCK. As usual a large number of students chose tennis as their sport for Term One. The courts of the Geelong Lawn Tennis Club were used regularly for practice and Saturday competition. The many teams that represented the College acquitted themselves well. The First VIII had their most successful season for more than ten years, losing only one match and having to forfeit to Carey, the eventual premiers, through illness in the School. Some of the credit for our success goes to Pam Spratt and Heather Johns, the first girls to play in our First VIII: they acquitted themselves well throughout "the season. The three other Open teams played consistently well throughout the year winning more than losing. The two Under 15 teams had many close matches but were successful in only a few. Andrew Cox must be congratulated on being selected in the A.P.S. seconds team who played the A.G.S. during first term. During the term two close matches were played against the Staff and Old Boys, the students team being unsuccessful in both. Both Open and Under 15 students participated in the school tournaments. Close results were the order of the day with Greg Comben defeating David Osborne in the Open Singles and Liza Richardson proving too strong for Anthony Spittle in the Junior Section.

FIRST TEAM Coach: R. J. Casey, Esq. Those who played were: Cock H. L., Comben G. M., Cox A. J., Etherton C. J., Everett N. R., Johns H. F., MacLeod J. (Captain), Mortimer D. A., Newton M. S., Osborne D. C. (Vice-Captain), Rau P. D., Spratt P., Witcombe G. F. G.C. 9 sets, 127 games defeated C.G.S. 7 sets, 105 games. G.C. 10 sets, 132 games defeated S.C. 6 sets, 97 games. G.C. 7 sets, 106 games lost to H.C. 9 sets, 124 games. G.C. vs. Carey — game abandoned. G.C. 12 sets, 127 games defeated S.K.C. 4 sets, 79 games. G.C. 14 sets, 137 games defeated G.G.S. 2 sets, 59 games. G.C. 12 sets, 133 games defeated M.G.S. 4 sets, 99 games. SECOND TEAM Coach: D. J. C. Roffey, Esq. Those who played were: Cock H. L. (Captain), Davies S. W., Etherton C. J., Etherton V. J., Everett N. R. (Vice-Captain), Fyffe R. A., Hazeldine I. M., Mitchell J. E., Mortimer D. A., Mulligan T. A., Newton M. S., Pavne A. J., Rau P. D., Richardson E. M., Robb S. T., Schaller G. C, Simpson G. J., Slattery R. J., Sutcliffe R. A., Wells P. D. G.C. 3 sets lost to C.G.S. 5 sets. G.C. 4 sets, 58 games defeated S.C. 4 sets, 55 games. G.C. vs. Carey (cancelled). G.C. 4 sets, 56 games lost to H.C. 4 sets, 68 games. G.C. 7 sets, 79 games defeated St. Kevin's 1 set, 35 games. G.C. 11 sets, 86 games defeated M.G.S. 5 sets, 70 games.

TENNIS Back Row: A. J. Cox, P. D. Rau, G. M. Comben, H. L. Cock, D. A. Mortimer, N. R. Everett. Front Row: Pamela Spratt, J. MacLeod (Captain), Mr. R. J. Casey (Coach), D. C. Osborne (Vice-Captain), Heather F. Johns.

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THIRD TEAM Coach: D. R. Wettenhall, Esq. Those who played were: Bell A. A., Davies S. W., Etherton J., Falconer H. C, Finlay A. D., Fyffe R. A., Hazeldine I. M., Mclntyre A. J. D., Mitchell J. L., Payne A. J., Robb S. T., Schaller G. C, Slattery R. J., Sloane W. J. Wells P. D. G.C. 8 sets, 64 games defeated C.G.S. 0 sets, 12 games. G.C. 5 sets, 54 games defeated S.C. 3 sets, 43 games. G.C. 5 sets, 56 games defeated H.C. 3 sets, 42 games. G.C. 6 sets, 61 games defeated St.K.C. 2. sets, 38 games. G.C. 12 sets, 84 games defeated M.G.S. 4 sets, 57 games.

TENNIS REPORT This year two teams represented the College in various matches from which most satisfying standards and results were attained. Social matches and practice matches were played between Morongo, Clonard and Geelong Grammar. The matches were enjoyed by all and the enthusiasm was extremely pleasing. Our thanks go to Miss Barkley for her time and encouragement, and the girls for their co-operation throughout the season. M. MACAULEY

UNDER 15A TEAM Coach: M. B. Keary, Esq. Those who played were: East G. J., Gough A. R., Hauenstein A. J., Heath C. A., Lyall A. G., Manning S. A., Rawson, L. A., Spittle A. J. (Captain), Steen t>. C, Wade D. A. G.C. 0 sets, 23 games lost to C.G.S. 8 sets 80 games. G.C. 0 sets, 19 games lost to S.C. 8 sets 80 games. G.C. 0 sets, 23 games lost to H.C. 8 sets 80 games. G.C. 2 sets, 54 games lost to St.K.C. 6 sets, 72 games. G.C. 0 sets, 28 games lost to M.G.S. 7 sets, 70 games. UNDER 15B TEAM Coach: R. F. Slingo, Esq. Those who played were: Barrett V., Chapman T., East G., Hope A., Lamont D., Lester C. A., Mclntyre W., Read T., Van Cooten C, Wood C. G.C. lost to S.C. G.C. lost to St.K.C. G.C. lost to H.C. G.C. lost to C.G. G.C. lost to M.G. SCHOOL CHAMPIONSHIPS Open Singles: G. M. Comben defeated D. C. Osborne 6-4; 2-6; 8-6. Under 15 Singles: L. Richardson defeated A. Spittle 11-13; 6-4; 6-1. .

GIRLS TENNIS Back Row: Felicity J. Carr, Sally A. Carruthers, Carey A. Bubb, Bettina M. Wishart, Andrea M. Pullin. Front Row: Heather F. Johns, Michelle L. Macauley (Captain), Miss R. A. Barkley (Coach). Jennifer V. Nail. Pamela Spratt.

BASEBALL

BASEBALL Back Row: R. A. Vines, D. J. C o o p e r , C. H. Revie, D. E. Bidstrup, G. C. Schaller, M. C. Norwood, P. F. Jones. Front Row: P. R. B. Dunn ( O . G . C . ) , M. J. Perkins ( C a p t a i n ) , M r . E. B. Davies I. Mackay. CAPTAIN:

M.

PERKINS

VICE-CAPTAIN:

S.

GOLDING

1976 was a most successful season with both the junior and senior teams reaching the finals. The under 16 team began the season as a very inexperienced group with only three or four boys having played before. As a result they lost their first five matches but they were practising keenly and gradually picked up experience and ability and began to win games. Stephen Schaller (pitcher) and Philip Hiddleston (catcher) were beginning to trouble opposition batters and College batting was improving. By the end of the season College had won enough games to squeeze into the semi-final. College's play in the semi-final was excellent and they defeated Diamond 24 runs to 4. However in the grand-final College was completely outclassed by a very fine Guild team 21 runs to 0. Regular players during the season were Henry Waugh, Clive Pugh, Craig Heath, Rod Slattery (infield) and Andrew Egan, Michael Larcombe, Richard Dennis, Anthony Jackson, Stewart Monotti, Simon Tregurtha (outfield). The team was coached by Mr. R. W. Seaton assisted by Mr. A. A. Grainger. Stephen Schaller was voted best and fairest under 16 baseballer in Geelong for 1976 and Anthony Jackson was a member of the very successful Geelong Representative under 15 team. The Open Baseball team had a very successful season winning nine of the twelve matches it played in the rounds. This put the team into a semi-final against the Saints Open Baseball side, but unfortunately the team's full potential was not realized on the day and the Saints won the match 16 to 11. It was a disappointing result after all the training that had gone before. Training for the enthusiasts began around mid first term and official practice began at the start of the season in second term. In the first few games we were plagued by fielding errors and injuries (one of which caused the recall of Peter Dunn who was catcher last year), but some strong batting by a few members kept us second on the ladder. Ian Guyett and Don Cooper joined the team shortly after the season began and after some minor reshuffling gave it the boost it needed. 62-76

( C o a c h ) , M r . R. W. Seaton

( C o a c h ) , S. S. G o l d i n g ,

Scattered over the season we had three players with home runs and on one occasion when fielding, a triple play was achieved (3 out at the one time). The infield tactics developed well which showed the ability of some players to become tuned to coaching methods although no-one particularly liked the fast training runs around the diamond. Notable performances during the season were: batting by Peter Dunn, Simon Golding, Martin Perkins, Peter Jones; fielding by Ian Guyett, Robert Vines and Don Cooper; pitching by Ian Mackay and useful all round players in Geoff Schaller, David Bidstrup and Michael Norwood. Thanks must go to Mr. Davies and Mr. Seaton, for both their coaching efforts throughout the year and for their valuable play at shortstop for the team. Thanks also to Mrs. Davies for scoring and to Mrs. Dunn for holding a most enjoyable end of season party.

BASEBALL AVERAGES— SENIOR TEAM Player

Position

PETER DUNN SIMON GOLDING R. W. SEATON MARTIN PERKINS IAN GUYETT DON COOPER PETER JONES CHRIS REVIE DAVID BIDSTRUP ROBERT VINES IAN MACKAY MICHAEL NORWOOD GEOFF SCHALLER STEPHEN SCHALLER* E. B. DAVIES

CATCHER SHORT STOP THIRD BASE FIRST BASE OUTFIELD SHORT STOP SECOND BASE OUTFIELD OUTFIELD OUTFIELD PITCHER OUTFIELD OUTFIELD OUTFIELD UTILITY

* 2 games only.

Batting Average

Times at Bat

.666

42 32 23 54 35 48 43 32 12 54 52 22 8 8 5

.625 .478 .425 .310 .293 .293 .198 .198 .298 .120 .098 0 .500 .750

28 20 9 25 10 11 10 6 2 14 6 2 0 4 3

HOCKEY This year's hockey season was greatly looked forward to by many hockey players with the advent of the two new hockey ovals. However due to delays the grounds were not completed in time. This meant all training had to be done at the Preparatory School and our official home ground was at the Geelong Grammar School. Even with the inconveniences, a keen interest was generated throughout the school, and we managed to field four teams, two in the open age group and one in each of the Under 15 and Under 16 age groups. The Under 15 team coached by Mr. N. Patchett did not have a great deal of success during the season. However, they played very well together considering they were often matched against teams whose players were two or three years older and had much more experience than themselves. The Under 16 team, coached by Mr. J. Nelson was the College's most successful hockey team completing the season without a loss and so finishing up winners of their division. Throughout the season they displayed a lot of talent which is a good sign for next year's first XI.

The Open B team coached by Stephen Davey and Mr. J. Murphy played in the Geelong Hockey Association competition. They played in the B division against much older and more experienced teams, and unfortunately, found the opposition too strong to record any victories. The first XI also had a relatively unsuccessful season. After winning the 'B' Division last year the team was transferred to the 'A' Division. However many of last year's players did not return this year which meant that the side was rather young and inexperienced. The loss of our Captain Richard Barley half-way through the season also left a great hole in the team. Despite this the team improved remarkably during the season as a few of the younger players improved their own play greatly. The team would like to thank all the parents who provided transport for us. And we would like to thank Mr. C. Ingham for his coaching efforts throughout the season and the patience that he showed with us.

HOCKEY Back Row: C. B. Lantz, D. R. Hunt, A. W. N. Cameron, R. G. Van Cooten, C. F. Habal, H. C. Falconer. Front Row: C. E. Ballinger, R. G. Carr, J. W. Hermiston (Captain), Mr. C. G. Ingham (Coach), A. J. Waugh (Vice-Captain), D. M. Lindros, W. J. Sloane. Absent: R. H. Barley.

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GIRLS1 HOCKEY HOCKEY REPORT This year the College was able, for the first time, to enter a girls' hockey team in the annual Geelong Womens' Hockey Association competition at Stead Park. The team entered at the C grade level, and had some considerable success. The team was extremely enthusiastic, and despite a lack of practice, won most of the matches it played. We reached the finals after two rounds of matches against all teams, and one round of semi-finals. The competition was not very strong, and College and Winchelsea dominated, with Winchelsea proving slightly more consistent, winning three out of the four matches played between the two clubs; including the final. The final was played on Saturday, 14th of September, 1976. The match was fast and testing for the girls, requiring endurance and skill. The girls stood up to the task with courage, playing extremely well as a team. However, in the last five minutes of the match Winchelsea scored the only goal. Consequently Winchelsea became the winners of the Geelong Womens' Hockey Association final 1976, with Geelong College the runners-up. Other matches played during the season included lunch-time practice matches against Sacred Heart, and matches against Morongo and Geelong Grammar, with mixed success. We also played in a 'Round Robin' at Morongo on Saturday, the 24th of July, playing three matches against Morongo, Geelong Grammar and Shelford, unfortunately winning only one. The junior Hockey team also participated in the 'Round Robin' and several other matches during the season against Geelong Grammar and Morongo. The performances of the girls' hockey teams were rewarded with mixed success and school Hockey colours were awarded to some members of the senior team. Our thanks go to Mrs. Nelson who played goal-keeper for us throughout the season. Her help was needed and very much appreciated. On behalf of all the girls who participated in hockey matches this year, I would like to say a special thank you to Mrs. Bilney, our playing-coach. She led the team, offering encouragement and instruction where it was needed. She was an important member of our team playing at Stead Park. I would also like to thank the girls who gave much of their time and skill to make the first Geelong College girls' hockey teams most successful. SARAH LEACH

FIRST XI Coach: C. C. Ingham, Esq. Those who played were: Barley R. H. (Captain), Ballmger C, Cameron A., Carr R., Falconer H., Habal C Hermiston J. (Vice-Captain), Hunt D., Lantz C, Lindros D Van Cooten R., Sloane W., Waugh A. Results: G.C 1 lost to Carey 3. G.C. 2 drew with W.C 2. G.C. 1 lost to S.C. 5. G.C. 1 lost to Yarra Valley 3 G.C. 1 lost to E.G.S. 2. G.C. 3 lost to C.G.S. 6. G.C. 0 lost to T.C. 2. G.C. 3 defeated G.G.S. 2.

UNDER 16 Coach: J. R. Nelson, Esq. Those who played were: Bath D. T., Cameron S. J Champion A. J., Cole T. J., Deans J. D. (Captain), Langley R.L., McNaughton B. E., Murphy P. W. (Vice-Captain) Timmins D. A., Van Cooten C. F., Williams N. H. Results: G.C. 2 drew with M.G.S. 2. G.C. 6 defeated T.G.S. 1. G.C. 5 walk over G.G.S. 0. G.C. 1 drew with W.C. 1. G.C. 0 drew with X.C. 0. G.C. 5 defeated B.G.S. 2. G.C. 1 drew with Carey 1. G.C. 5 defeated G.G.S. 4.

UNDER 15 Coach: N. R. Patchett, Esq. Those who played were: Bath D. R., Carr N L Coles R. K., Fielding T. S., Gregory R. J., Laidlaw B S (Vice-Captain), Langley A. E., Lindros P. R. C, Longfield A. D. J., Lyall A. G., MacLeod I. C. (Captain), Neely J. M c C , Phillips B. C, Robertson D. A., Sietsma A. A., Spao J N Thomson D. C. Results: G.C. 0 lost to St. Joseph's 9 G.C. 1 lost to St. Joseph's 8. G.C. 0 lost to St. Joseph's 4. G.C. 0 lost to Newcomb High School 2. G.C. 2 drew with Newcomb H.S. 2. G.C. 2 defeated Newcomb H.S. 1. G.C. 5 defeated Bell Park Tech. School 0 G.C. 8 defeated Bell Park Tech. School 1 G.C. 10 defeated Bell Park Tech. School 0.

SECOND XI Coach: J. Murphy, Esq. Those whop layed were: Bracher T. T. (Vice-Captain) Champion R. E., Ditchburn J. A., Habal C. F., Hawke J L Hunt D. R., Kearney I. J. (Captain), MacLean R. S., Mew ' D. P., Mountjoy D. R., Murray P. J., Pavia D. G., Sheko P Smith C. W., Thorn J. A., Van Cooten R. G., Walker N. A. ' Results: G.C. 1 lost to Geelong 3. G.C. 2 lost to Winchelsea 3. G.C. 1 lost to Saints 5. G.C. 1 lost to Bellarine 4. G.C. 1 lost to Saints 2. G.C. 2 drew with O.G.C. 'B' 2. G.C. 0 lost to Geelong. G.C. 0 lost to O.G.C. 'B' 3. G.C. 1 lost to Winchelsea 3. G.C. 1 lost to Saints 'B' 8. G.C. 0 lost to Bellarine 3. G.C. 2 defeated Saints 'C 0. G.C. 1 drew with Geelong 1. G.C. 1 defeated O.G.C. 'B' 0.

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FOOTBALL

Back Row: G. F. Witcombe, J. T. A. Dickinson, T. A. Mulligan, A. M. Kelso, S. L. Bell, G. J. Simpson, C. W. Rockefeller. Centre Row: S. W . Sutcliffe, C. R. Powell, G. W. Binder, R. W. U. Taylor, B. A. Amezdroz, G. C. Emmett, R. P. Vickers-Willis c . , u , ~ D. n C. r rirk« P Wild. w;M f no M 'M N. J.i Graham," Osborne, M. P. Front Row: P. J. Bath, J. MacLeod, H. L Cock, A. G. Morrison (Captain), Mr. R. J. Casey (Coach), M. D. Komp (Vice-Captain), D. G. Morrison, J. A. Hutton, D. A. Richardson. On Grass: A. J. Payne.

COACH: R. J. CASEY, ESQ. CAPTAIN: A. G. MORRISON VICE-CAPTAIN: M. D. KOMP COMMITTEE: H. L. COCK, J. MacLEOD, D. G. MORRISON

COACH'S REPORT The 1976 football season proved to be most successful not only because the first eighteen finished in third place in the A.P.S., and retained the C. D. Fisher Plate, but also because no less than 13 boys who gained experience in the team this year will probably be returning next year. The season began as rather a let-down after the highly successful rowing season. However, the enthusiasm gradually increased after playing practice matches against St. Kevin's College, Geelong Grammar School and St. Joseph's in preparation for the Interstate Carnival and the forthcoming A.P.S. season. Interstate Carnival A most enjoyable and successful week was had by those involved in this year's annual triangular carnival held at the College during, the Mav vacation. We managed to retain the C. D. Fisher Plate by defeating Hale School, W.A. in the final match. Details: Hale School 38-25, 253 points defeated Scotch College 2-2, 14 points. Geelong College 31-20, 206 points defeated Scotch College 1-3, 9 points. Geelong College 10-10, 70 points defeated Hale School 7-5, 47 points. The Scotch College team although soundly thrashed in both matches were a very young team and will no doubt acquit themselves much better next year when they are the host school. Our match against Hale School was very evenly contested until the final ten minutes when we gained ascendency. 65-76

Geelong ColJege trophy winners were: 1. Best Player, G.C. vs. S.C. — John MacLeod 2. Best Player, G.C. vs. H.S. — Tim Mulligan 3. Best Player, over carnival — Dougal Morrison The following players gained selection in the "All Star" team: Andrew Morrison (Captain, Ruck/Rover), Sandy Hutton (Full Back), Mark Komp (Ruck), Norm Graham (Half Back Flank), Dougal Morrison (Centre), Tim Mulligan (Wing), John MacLeod (Half Forward Flank), Robert Vickers-Willis (Full Forward), Philip Bath (Rover), Brett Amezdroz (19th man). Of the many functions that were held during the week, most required some financial expense. These funds were raised by members of the team who gained sponsorship for a "Runathon" around the school block prior to the carnival. Our sincere thanks to the many parents who helped with the billeting, not only for the forty-four visitors, but for our own boarders as well. After the successful Interstate carnival matches, the team was quietly confident of performing at least as well as last season's team. The boys put a lot of effort into their training early in the season; and this, together with gymnasium courses individually designed for them, ensured them of sufficient fitness and strength to see out the season. The first game, always a crucial one for the moral of the team, was against last season's premiers, Brighton Grammar. After being in trouble until mid-way through the third quarter, we gradually gained the upper hand and finished the game thirty-three points ahead in a most pleasing victory. Our next match was at Wesley College, and this proved to be physically our toughest encounter for the season. Komp's eight goals, six of them in the first half, was a match winning performance, although it was a gallant team effort that enabled us to be twenty-one points in front at the final bell.

The team was very keyed up for its next match against the strong favourites for the premiership, Xavier College. For three-quarters, the match was extremely hard and closely fought, but the supreme effort took its toll, and the powerful Xavier combination completely dominated the last quarter to finish the game well in front. To beat Caulfield Grammar at Caulfield is something College sides have traditionally found very difficult to do, and this year proved no exception. Conditions caused both sides to play negatively when kicking against the wind, and this made scoring extremely difficult. However after being well down at quarter-time, College gradually wore down the opposition to finish a difficult game nineteen points in front. There is always a strong feeling in College teams to win on Old Collegians' Day, and this year the team was extremely keen to defeat Scotch College, a feat not often accomplished. The game proved to be a see-sawing affair with first one team then the other getting on top. We appeared to have little chance when we were thirteen points behind with only minutes left to play. However, with a desperate burst we were able to just catch them seconds before the final bell to the scorer. The Old Collegians could not have witnessed a more exciting match. After trailing Carey Grammar for most of the day at their Bulleen ground, College proved once again that they could come from behind to snatch victory. This was not one of our best team efforts, although the individual efforts of D. Morrison, Kelso and Bath, particularly in the last quarter, were outstanding. The final match of the season was against Hailebury College at home. The team was extremely keen to win to ensure it of third position on the A.P.S. ladder. The game turned out to be probably our best team effort for the season as excellent passages of play with the use of handball and constructive play all over the field had a demoralizing effect on the opposition as we charged to a seventy-five point victory. Congratulations must be extended to the team for its meritorious performance over the entire season. Four players efforts were recognized by the school by being awarded the highest possible honour that could be bestowed on them — that of the School Honour award. These boys were — Dougal Morrison, Mark Komp, Andrew Morrison and Philip Bath.

FIRST XVIII Those who played were: Amezdroz B. A., Bath P. J., Bell S. L, Binder G. W., Cock H. L, Dickinson J. T. A., Emmett G. C, Graham N . J . , Hutton J. A., Kelso A. M., Komp M. D. (Vice-Captain), MacLeod J., Mitchell I. W., Morrison A. G. (Captain), Morrison D. G., Mulligan T. A., Osborne D. C, Powell C R., Richardson D. A., Rockefeller C W., Simpson G. J., Sutcliffe S. W., Taylor R. W. U., Vickers-Willis R. P., Wild M. P., Witcombe G. F. FIRST P.S. MATCH:

G.C

2.1

9.6

12.7

18.10

(118)

B.G.S. 5.0 9.0 12.4 13.7 (85) Goals: Komp 4, MacLeod 4, Bath 3, Sutcliffe 3, Vickers-Willis 2, Witcombe 1, A. Morrison 1. Best: Bath, Komp, D. Morrison, Sutcliffe, Emmett, MacLeod. SECOND P.S. MATCH: G.C. 4.2 8.6 12.8 13.15 (93) W.C 1.4 5.4 7.5 11.6 (72) Goals: Komp 8, MacLeod 2, Binder 1, Vickers-Willis 1, Bath 1. Best: Komp, D. Morrison, A. Morrison, Osborne, Emmett, Bath. THIRD P.S. MATCH: G.C. 1.1 6.2

11.4

12.4

X.C

12.8

21.14 (140)

5.5

9.6

(76)

Goals: Komp 5, Bath 3, Vickers-Willis 2, A. Morrison 1, D. Morrison 1. Best: Graham, A. Morrison, D. Morrison, Hutton, Komp, Bath. FOURTH P.S. MATCH:

BYE

FIFTH P.S. MATCH: G.C. 0.4 3.5 5.9 8.12 (60) C.G.S. 3.1 3.1 5.3 6.5 (41) Goals: Vickers-Willis 2, Rockefeller- 1, Sutcliffe 1, Komp 1, Amezdroz 1, Emmett 1. Best: Binder, Witcombe, Richardson, A. Morrison, Sutcliffe. Cock.

My thanks must go to the Captain, Vice-Captain and Committee for their support during the season, to Ashley Payne for his efforts and time as trainer, and to the many other parents, students and members of staff who have helped in all sorts of ways, for without their help, the relatively smooth running of the football season would not have been possible. R. J. CASEY

CAPTAINS REPORT This season we had the honour of hosting the annual triangular carnival, which ran quite smoothly and was very successful, particularly in that we retained the C. D. Fisher Plate for yet another year. We defeated Hale (W.A.) in an exciting final match after having a good win over the weaker Scotch (S.A.) team. Although we only had eight players who played in last year's 1st XVIII, we were hopeful of performing well in the P.S. season. We also felt we had to live up to the successes in first term of the 1st VIM crew. Our successes overcame our greatest expectations, as we had the best season by the College for 12 years, losing only one match against the eventual premiers, Xavier, and having an exciting draw with Scotch on Old Boys' Day. The slim hope of a premiership kept the enthusiasm high amongst the players for the whole season. Perhaps this goal or ideal was one of the reasons why we were so successful in having five good wins. The final match of the A.P.S. season was to prove perhaps the climax of the season. Playing a fairly confident Hailebury we proved our worth as third position on the premiership ladder with an exceptional team game with many skilful passages. We surged to an inspiring twelve goal win which left the whole team with a feeling of great satisfaction and with the personal thrill which comes after a successful season with a group of players. Mr. Casey, in only his second year as coach, must feel satisfied with the team's effort and can look forward to a good season next year. Thanks must go to him for the effort and time he has put in throughout the year. Thanks also must go to Ashley Payne as trainer and to the parents involved with the carnival week in the May holidays. I would also like to thank Mark Komp, the Vice-Captain, for the support in running the team throughout the year and also for the inspiration he provided to the team being the key forward. I wish all those players returning to the school next year the best of luck and I'm sure they shall go on from the last two meritorious seasons and have a very successful season. A. G. MORRISON

SIXTH P.S. MATCH: G.C. 1.0 5.4 6.6 10.10 (70) S.C. 2.4 3.8 7.16 9.16 (70) Goals: Sutcliffe 2, Komp 2, Witcombe 2, D. Morrison 2, Emmett 1, Vickers-Willis 1. Best: D. Morrison, Witcombe, Rockefeller, Kelso, Binder, Richardson. SEVENTH P.S. MATCH: G.C. 2.4 7.6 11.12 16.13 (109) C.B.G.S. 4.1 7.2 14.5 15.5 (95) Goals: Komp 5, Kelso 3, Bath 2, Binder 1, Emmett 1, Rockefeller 1, Vickers-Willis 1, Amezdroz 1, Sutcliffe 1. Best: D. Morrison, Kelso, Bath, Rockefeller, A. Morrison, Graham. EIGHTH P.S. MATCH: G.C. 4.4 7.4 16.6 18.10 (118) H.C. 0.0 3.3 3.3 6.7 (43) Goals: Komp 6, MacLeod 4, Vickers-Willis 2, Rockefeller 1, Bath 1, Amezdroz 1, A. Morrison 1, D. Morrison 1, Sutcliffe 1. Best: Vickers-Willis, Richardson, MacLeod, Binder, Osborne, Kelso.

SECOND XVIII Coach: B. R. Olsen, Esq. Those wno played were: Anderson I. H. (Vice-Captain), Bell A. A., Bell P. L., Bell R. A. F. Bell S. L, Bowman J. H. J. ( Brown P. G., Davies S. W., Deenick B. J., Dennis J. A., Dickinson J. T. A., Douglas G. A., Everett N. R., Fry R. C. (Captain), Gardiner M. R., Harrison D. S., Hedditch T. R., Hooke A. W., Humphreys R. W., Jackson D. C, Kelso A. M., Kelso M. K., Laidlaw S. J., MacLeod J., Mitchell I. W., Mulligan T. A., Olliff J. D., Osborne D. C, Pearson G. M., Powell C. R., Richardson D. A., Robb S. T., Rockefeller C. W., Simpson G. J., Stevenson R. A., Taylor R. W. U., Van Leerdam R. D., Vincent M. A., Wild M. P., Williams D. E. Results: G.C. 5.14 defeated B.G.S. 6.3. G.C. 7.5 lost to W.C. 15.12. G.C. 15.4 defeated X.C. 7.7. G.C. 7.6 lost to C.G.S. 13.8. G.C. 9.11 defeated S.C. 7.2. G.C. 8.16 defeated Carey 8.6. G.C. 4.12 lost to H.C. 7.6.

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THIRD XVIII Coaches: P. A. Cronk, Esq. and M. Van Heeswyk, Esq. Those who played were: Anderson I. H., Bell P. L., Bell R. A. F., Bennett R. A., Brown P. G., Carroll P. N. C, Davies, S. W., Dennis J. A., Douglas G. A., Everett N. R., Gant M. J., Gardiner M. R., Hazeldine I. M., Hedditch T. R., Humphreys R., Jackson D. C. (Captain), Kelso M. K., Lade M. H. W., Laidlaw S. J., Logan P. J., McDougall D. D., Millar P. J., Mullins J. B., Mould A. L, Nelson C. L., Neville R. J. W., Olliff J. D., Pearson G. M., Robb S. T., Sewell W. N., Stevenson R. A., Stillman G. J., Taylor P. C, Thomson D. A. R., Thorne M. C, Urbahns A., Van Leerdam R. D., Vincent M. A., Windmill J. P. Results: G.C. 5.3 lost to St.K.C. 11.14. G.C. 22.11 defeated B.G.S. 0.2. G.C. 7.6 lost to W.C. 14.7. G.C. 3.7 lost to X.C. 10.12. G.C. 8.18 defeated C.G.S. 3.3. G.C. 8.1 lost to S.C. 13.6. G.C. 2.3 lost to H.C. 17.18.

UNDER 16A Coach: D. R. Wettenhall, Esq. Those who played were: Armytage J. R., Atkinson R. J. D., Ballinger W. G., Beckingsale J. B., Bell D. A., Cole A. J., Cook R. A., Crosby I. T., Dahlenburg C. J., Fyffe R. A., Garratt B. W., Gibb I. R., Gibson M. L., Qubbins J. H., Harlock A. McF., Harwood B. R., Howarth P. C, Kershaw M. R., Lowe P. J., McFarland D. H., Ormsby M. A., Philip A. L., Rooks B. A., Smith G. J., Strachan P. D., Watson J. K. D., Wettenhall A. T., Whiting I. J., Windmill J. P. Results: G.C. 7.19 defeated B.G.S. 7.5. G.C. 4.5 lost to W.C. 22.19. G.C. 5.8 lost to X.C. 18.7. G.C. 10.12 defeated C.G.S. 6.3. G.C. 7.11 lost to S.C. 19.27. G.C. 13.9 defeated C.B.G.S. 9.7. G.C. 6.12 defeated H.C. 6.7.

UNDER 16B

UNDER 15B

Coach: D. M. Gilbert, Esq. Those who played were: Anderson A. S., Armour P. H., Beckingsale J. B., Bell D. A., Burch W. G., Buzolich P. B. B.( Cameron A. M. C, Chapman T. R. O, Chatham G. B. (Captain), Cole A. J., Cook R. A., Douglas P. J., Evans S. G., Gibb, I., Gibson M. L, Inglis R. I., Lowe P. J., MacDonald A. A.', McFarland D. H. (Vice-Captain), Millard R. J., Monteith S. W., Olsson J. L., Ormsby M. A., Philip T. G., Pickering P. R., Rooks B. A., Smith G. J., Stewart C, Watson J. K. D., Wieland R. W., Windmill J. P. Results: G.C. 7.16 lost to B.G.S. 10.8. G.C. 10.8 lost to W.C. 12.11. G.C. 0.0 lost to X.C. 29.31. G.C. 11.11 defeated C.G.S. 6.8. G.C. 0.0 lost to S.C. 15.30. G.C. 9.8 lost to Carey 13.5. G.C. 1.1 lost to H.C. 16.24.

Coach: D. I: McCallum, Esq. Those who played were: Angelovich N., Annois R. M. C, Ashburner W., Bright S. G., Brown K. J., Campbell G. J., Cooke D. H., Creagh R. N., Doery B. D., Gardiner N. S., Gilmore P. W.t Gustke M., Hauenstein A. J., Hore B., Horniblow B. W., Jennings W., Kirby P., Laidlaw R. C, Lambie J. F., Lavender G. L. (Captain), Leishman R. J. Lunn R. S., McCall D. J., MacLean A. V., Mantello A. V., Moran D. D., Neilson T. D. G., Nelson D. J. (Vice-Captain), Nelson M. R., Robinson R., Stewart B.-A., Stephens M., Wylie B., Yorke C. J. Results: G.C. defeated St.K.C. G.C. defeated. G.G.S. G.C. 7.17 defeated B.G.S. 8.9. G.C. 3.5 lost to W.C. 15.17. G.C. 2.5 lost to X.C. 12.10. G.C. 1.2 lost to C.G.S. 8.10. G.C. 0.2 lost to S.C. 21.25. G.C. 5.7 lost to C.B.G.S. 10.6. G.C. 6.3 defeated H.C. 3.6.

UNDER 15A Coach: B. McLeod, Esq. Those who played were: Allen G. R. (Captain), Ashburner W. L, Button R. P., Doery B. D., Douglas S. F., Duffield P. A., Fraser A. E. L, Gordon D. R., Kearney S. M., Kirby P. J., Komp A. J., Laidlaw A. S., Le Deux A. J., MacGregor S. A., McLean A. V., Moran D. D., Neilson T. D., Nelson M. R., Nelson D. J., Pinnow A. C. (Vice-Captain), Spittle A. J., Stephens M. R., Thorns C. M., Wood C. A., Wylie B. K. Results: G.C. 8.9 lost to B.G.S. 11.6. G.C. 4.4 lost to W.C. 13.12. G.C. 5.5 lost to C.G.S. 10.6. G.C. 3.3 lost to S.C. 12.13. G.C. 8.8 lost to H.C. 6.22. G.C. 2.6 lost to C.G.S. 12.13. G.C. 3.3 lost to X.C. 16.23.

UNDER 14A Coach: C. E. Harbison, Esq. Those who played were: Backwell J. L., Burton J. A., Callender I. R., Douglas J. M., Downey R. G., Eldridge M. G., Gardner G. W., Gilmore P. W., Gustke M. S., Howarth D. L. (Vice-Captain), Inglis A. C, Jewell P. A., Krastins K. A., Laird A. J., Lambie J., Mclntyre W. I., McLaren M. T., Miller S. H., Nelson T. S. (Captain), Pearson C. J., Scott P. Mel., Warren D. A., Waterhouse J. D. Results: G.C. 10.9 defeated B.G.S. 0.6. G.C. 2.1 lost to W.C. 5.6. G.C. 3.10 defeated X.C. 3.5. G.C. 12.14 defeated C.G.S. 1.2. G.C. 1.1 lost to Carey 8.16. G.C. 12.14 defeated S.C. 2.2. G.C. 6.7 defeated H.C. 2.7.

HOUSE FOOTBALL RESULTS OPEN Morrison Wettenhall Coles McArthur Calvert Coles Wettenhall Coles Calvert Wettenhall Calvert Wettenhall Coles McArthur Wettenhall

14.9 defeated 15.18 defeated 10.7 defeated 12.8 defeated 17.16 defeated 15.10 defeated 12.15 defeated 24.15 defeated 15.11 defeated defeated 7.14 defeated 9.9 defeated 31.21 defeated 11.7 defeated 6.9 defeated

7.0 Shannon 2.7 McArthur 1.7 Calvert 8.9 Morrison 3.3 Shannon McArthur 6.10 4.5 Morrison 4.6 Morrison 6.7 McArthur Shannon (forfeit) Morrison 3.8 2.5 Calvert Shannon 0.0 Shannon 3.2 5.4 Coles

UNDER 15 Wettenhall Coles McArthur Morrison Shannon Coles Morrison McArthur Coles McArthur Coles Morrison Shannon Coles McArthur

7.9 defeated 8.23 defeated 15.12 defeated 22.22 defeated 22.0 defeated 12.11 defeated 9.14 defeated 7.7 defeated 18.16 defeated 12.6 defeated 21.14 defeated 16.16 defeated 12.8 defeated 16.18 defeated 22.6 defeated

Calvert Morrison Wettenhall Calvert Calvert McArthur Wettenhall Shannon Calvert Morrison Wettenhall Shannon Wettenhal Shannon Calvert

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1.2 5.11 2.2 4.4 7.13 8.3 8.2 6.8 1.1 7.5 2.2 7.10 5.4 4.3 2.3

OVER-ALL POINTS AND PLACES Coles Wettenhall McArthur Morrison Calvert Shannon

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GIRLS SOFTBALL Back Row: Lorraine W. Mills, Victoria G. Law, Susan M. Donald, Petnna J. Blincoe, Viclci L. Grove. Front Row: Michelle L. Quigley (Captain), Miss M. A. Hoult (Coach), Anita Ziemer (Vice-Captain).

SOFTBALL REPORT Every new venture has its beginning, and for the first-ever Geelong College Girls' Softball team, the 1976 season was particularly encouraging. Despite a lack of numbers, both a junior and a senior Softball team represented the College in inter-school and social matches. We played a most enjoyable series of matches against Morongo, Geelong Grammar, Ballarat College and Sacred Heart, with mixed success. Although the enthusiasm and ability of our teams was great, we lacked the matchexperience of the well established opposition teams. Being attuned to plaving softball by V.W.S.A. rules, we found that the curious mixture of Softball-Baseball that Morongo and Geelong Grammar played was an obstacle. Despite the technical shortcomings, the girls played with enthusiasm and determination. On behalf of the girls, I wish to extend our gratitude to M.iss Hoult for her help and encouragement throughout the Softball season. Thanks to her dedication, we may look forward to more success in the future. MICHELLE QUIGLEY

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HONOURS ROWING: BELL, S. L. HUTTON, J. A. CAMERON, A. W. N. OLLIFF, J. D. EMMETT, G. C.

MORRISON, A. G. AMEZDROZ, B. A. COOPER, D. J. CARR, R. G.

FOOTBALL: BATH, P. J. KOMP, M. D.

MORRISON, A. G. MORRISON, D. G.

ATHLETICS: GUYETT, I. R.

HARBISON, J. E.

SCHOOL COLOUR AWARDS 1976 ROWING: BELL, S. L. HUTTON, J. A. CAMERON, A. W. N. OLLIFF, J. D. EMMETT, G. C.

'MORRISON, A. G. AMEZDROZ, B. A. 'COOPER, D. J. CARR, R. G. GEORGE, P. A.

TENNIS: COX, A. J. EVERETT, N. R. JOHNS, H. F. SPRATT, P.

NEWTON, M. S. *COMBEN, G. M. *McLEOD, J. 'OSBORNE, D. C.

CRICKET: *VICKERS-WILLIS, R. P. JUBB, T. F. BINDER, G. W. GRAHAM, N. G. HEDDITCH, T. R. HERMISTON, J. W.

MITCHELL, I. W. MORRISON, D. G. WAUGH, A. J. BELL, P. L. 'SUTCLIFFE, S. W.

SWIMMING: SOLOMON, P. L. MILLARD, R. J. KELSO, R. M. PAYNE, R. N.

WOOD, S. L. MOCKRIDGE, S. T. 'MILLARD, P. V.

FOOTBALL: AMEZDROZ, B. A. *BATH, P. J. B'NDER, G. W. *COCK, H. L. GRAHAM, N. J. HUTTON, J. A. KELSO, A. M. KOMP, M.' D. *MacLEOD, J.

'MORRISON, A. G. 'MORRISON, D. G. OSBORNE, D. C. RICHARDSON, D. A. ROCKEFELLER, C. W. SUTCLIFFE, S. W. VICKEPS-WILLIS, R. P. WITCOMBE, G. F.

CROSS COUNTRY: FINLAY, A. D.

HARBISON, J. E.

BASEBALL: PERKINS, M. J. FOOTBALL UMPIRING: OLLIFF, R. C. HOCKEY: 'WAUGH, A. J. *HEPMiSTON, J. W. LINDROS, D. M.

BALLINGER, C. E. *BARLEY, R. H.

ATHLETICS: 'BRACHER, T. T. 'COCK, H. L. 'FINLAY, A. D. 'GUYETT, I. R. 'HARBISON, J. E.

'KELSO, R. M. McLEAN, R. S. MAGEE, R. G. POWELL, C. R. WHITING, I. J.

SOFTBALL: QUIGLEY, M. L.

ZIEMER, A.

NETBALL: MITCHELL, J. E.

JOHNS, H. F.

GIRLS' HOCKEY: LEACH, S. E. M. CARR, F. J. SWINBURN, C. C. MARSHALLSEA, S. J. HOPE, K. E. * previously awarded

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ATHLETICS Master In Charge: E. B. Davies, Esq. Coaches: P. A. Cronk, Esq., E. B. Davies, Esq. W. J. Harris, Esq., M. Van Hesswyk, Esq. Captain: J. E. Harbison. Vice-Captain: I. R. Guyett. Committee: H. L. Cock, R. M. Kelso. During the early part of the season, the whole school participated in the Relays Competition and Tabloid Sports evenings. These sessions were mostly enjoyable and beneficial, and involved large numbers of athletics in worthwhile activity. At the same time ,the prospective Athletics Team trained solidly for their particular events. Saturdays found the Athletics Team participating in invitation meetings in Melbourne, and those who availed themselves of these opportunities to compete against strong opposition reaped just rewards from these pleasant and relaxed meetings. For the second year in succession the School Athletics Sports were washed out and had to be postponed till the following Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons. These proved to be pleasant afternoons made more so by the full participation of the girls in their events for the first time. Congratulations are due to the winners of each age group, to John Harbison for winning the Geelong College Cup and to the athletes of Calvert House for winning the Inter-House Competition. College came second to G.G.S. in the Quadrangular Sports held at Corio on the following Saturday. The Combined Sports were rather a flat affair in some respects as the Exeat weekend meant there was little support for College although we apreciated the help of the girls and boys who attended. Generally there was a sad lack of talent in the Under 15 and Under 16 Division against the very tough opposition. However highlights of the day were Ian Guyett's win in the Open 400m in 49.4 sees, and John Harbison's 3rd in the Open 800m in 1:54.8 sees., and Alex Finlay's 4th in the Open 3000m in 9 min. 7.2 sees., both school records. The boys in the Under 17 4 x 100m Relay too performed extremely well to finish 3rd, only .7 of a second behind the winners. Finally, thanks must go to all competitors, officials, and ground-staff for their efforts during the season.

CAPTAIN'S REPORT Although the Geelong College finished in last position among the A.P.S. Schools, the athletic potential of the boys and girls at the school is evident as shown by our performances in other sports. The Geelong College is in a position where it must pursue the high athletic standards achieved by other public schools, or accept its present standards. Personally, I feel that few students really experience the personal achievement which can be provided by doing athletics, and don't appreciate what a major sport it is. I hope athletics can gain more interest from students in the following years, irrespective of our standards in comparison to our rival schools. J. Harbison Statistics show that the open division scored reasonably well getting 76 points from the maximum 168 points. Other divisions scored as follows: Under 17 — 47V 2 /140, Under 16 — 27/140, and Under 15 — 18/112. Points scored in the various events were 100m 16 points — maximum 56; 200m 17/56; 400m 20/42; 800m 17/56; 1500m 8/56; 3000m 8/14; Hurdles 13/56; Relays 4 x 100m 24/56; Relay 4 x 800m Open 4/14; Relay 4 x 400m Under 16 1/14; Shot Put 6/56; High Jump 18V2/56; and Long Jump 16/56.

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INTER-HOUSE AND CHAMPIONSHIP ATHLETICS BOYS' EVENTS OPEN 100m 200m 400m 800m 1500m 3000m 110m Hurdles High Jump Long Jump Triple Jump Shot Put

1 Guyett, I. R. (McA) Guyett, I. R. (McA) Guyett, I. R. (McA) Harbison, J. E. (Ca) Harbison, J. E. (Ca) Finlay, A. D. (Ca) Harbison, J. E. (Ca) Kelso, R. M. (Ca) Cock, H. L. (Mo) Cock, H. L. (Mo) Ireson, M. C. (Mo)

3 2 Bracher, T. T. (Mo) Cock, H. L. (Mo) Harbison, J. E. (Ca) Bracher, T. T. (Mo) Perkins, M. J. (Sh) Harbison, J. E. (Ca) Guyett, I. R. (McA) Kelso, R. M. (Ca) Rockefeller, C. W. (McA) Kelso, R. M. (Ca) Rockefeller, C. W. (McA) Harbison, J. E. (Ca) Bath, P. J. (Sh) Kelso, R. M. (Ca) Amezdroz, B. A. (W) Law, R. A. (Sh) Hermiston, J. W. (W) Bracher, T. T. (Mo) Komp, M. D. (Co) Kelso, R. M. (Ca) Walpole, T. A. (W) Harbison, J. E. (Ca) OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP: 1st: J. E. Harbison ("The Geelong College Cup") 2nd: R. M. Kelso ("The Norman Morrison Cup") Nigel Boyes Trophy: R. M. Kelso Nigel Boyes Cup: Calvert — J. E. Harbson. Old Collegians' 100m Handicap: No Starters.

Time/Distance 11.35 sec. 22.8 sec. 51.4 sec. 2 m. 6.4 sec. 4m. 26.8 sec. 9m. 32.3 sec. 17.3 sec. 1.82m 6.55m 13.53m 11.58m

3 2 1 Powell, C. R. (Ca) McLean, R. S. (Sh) Whiting, I. J. (Co) Vickers-Willis, R. P. (Mo) Magee, R. G. (Mo) McLean, R. S. (Sh) Magee, R. G. (Mo) McLean, R. S. (Sh) Powell, C. R. (Ca) Stevenson, R. A. (W) Taylor, R. W. (Ca) Lindros, D. M. (Sh) Stevenson, R. A. (W) Lindros, D. M. (Sh) Finlay, A. D. (Ca) Taylor, R. W. U. (Ca) Powell, C. R. (Ca) Magee, R. G. (Mo) Mithcell, I. W. (Co) Philip, A. L. (Ca) Selleck, D. F. P. (Co) Mithcell, I. W. (Co) Binder, G. W. (W) Vickers-Willis, R. P. (Mo) Vickers-Willis, R. P. (Mo) Binder, G. W. (W) Whiting, I. J. (Co) UNDER 17 CHAMPIONSHIP: 1st: D. M. Lindros, R. S. McLean (J.. H. Campbell Cup). 2nd: C. R. Powell, R. G. Magee, I. J. Whiting, A. D. Finlay.

Time/Distance 11.6 sec. 24.1 sec. 54.0 sec. 2 m. 7.7 sec. 4 m. 25.5 sec. 16.8 sec. 1.71m 6.04m 13.13m

3 2 1 Cook, R. A. (McA) Monteith, S. W. (Ca) Walpole, A. R. (W) Van Cooten, C. F. (Sh) Bracher, C. G. (Mo) Walpole, A. R. (W) Monteith, S. W. (Ca) Cole, A. J. (McA) Walpole, A. R. (W) Kearney, S. M. (Co) Monteith, S. W. (Ca) Cole, A, J. (McA) Lindros, P. R. (Sh) Cameron, S. J. (W) Cole, A. J. (McA) Bracher, C. G. (Mo) Van Cooten, C. F. (Sh) Armytage, J. R. (Sh) Wieland, R. W. (Ca) Kirby, P. J. (Sh) Garratt, B. W. (Mo) McFarland, D. H. (Co) Van Cooten, C. F. (Sh) Bracher, C. G. (Mo) Fabb, S. A. (W) Kershaw, M. R. (Mo) Walpole, A. R. (W) Payne, R. N. (McA) Waugh, H. W. (W) McFarland, D. H. (Co) UNDER 16 CHAMPIONSHIP: 1st: A. R. Walpole (G. W. C. Ewan Trophy) 2nd: A. J. Cole

Time/Distance 12.3 sec. 25.25 sec. 56.1 sec. 2 m. 17.5 sec. 4 m. 49.4 sec. 14.6 sec. 1.63m 5.22m 11.48m 11.10m

2 3 1 Pinnow, A. C. (Mo) Stephens, M. R. (McA) Le Deux, A. J. (W) Pinnow, A. C. (Mo) Stephens, M. R. (McA) Le Deux, A. J. (W) Pinnow, A. C. (Mo) Stephens, M. R. (McA) Douglas, S. F. (Sh) Carr, N. L. (Mo) Fraser, A. E. L. (W) Le Deux, A. J. (W) Miller, S. H. (McA) Spittle, A. J. (Ca) Wylie, B. K. (McA) Le Deux, A. J. (W) Stephens, M. R. (McA) Wylie, B. K. (McA) Spittle, A. J. (Ca) Komp, A. J. (Co) Stephens, M. R. (McA) UNDER 15 CHAMPIONSHIP: 1st: A. J. Le Deux (Athol J. Wilson Cup) 2nd: M. R. Stephens

Time/Distance 12.5 sec. 26.1 sec. 2 m. 26.9 sec. 15.3 sec. 1.53m 4.89 m 9.86m

UNDER 17 100m 200m 400m 800m 1500m 110m Hurdles High Jump Long Jump Shot Put

UNDER 16 100m 200m 400m 800m 1500m 90m Hurdles High Jump Long Jump Triple Jump Shot Put

UNDER 15 100m 200m 800m 90m Hurdles High Jump Long Jump Shot Put

RELAYS OPEN 6 x 200 metres UNDER 17 4 x 100 metres UNDER 16 1,200 metres UNDER 15 4 x 100 metres GIRLS OPEN 4 x 100 metres MEDLEY 3,200 metres

1

2

3

Morrison

Wettenhall

Coles

2 m. 28.7 sec

Coles

Morrison

Wettenhall

48.6 sec.

Coles

Wettenhall

McArthur

2 m. 50.5 sec

Coles

McArthur

Wettenhall

55.5 sec.

Calvert

Shannon

Wettenhall

56.0 sec.

Wettenhall

Coles

McArthur

8 m. 37.5 sec

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Time

Age OPEN

COMBINED SPORTS RESULTS Place Time/Distance

Event

Competitor

100 metres 200 metres 400 metres *800 metres 1500 metres *r3000 metres 110 metres Hurdles High Jump Long Jump Shot Put 4 x 100m Relay

T. T. Bracher I. R. Guyett I. R. Guyett J. E. Harbison J. E. Harbison A. D. Fin lay D. G. Morrison R. M. Kelso T. T. Bracher M. C. Ireson I. R. Guyett, D. P. Mew, T. T. Bracher, T. A. Walpole A. G. Morrison, C. W. Rockefeller, R. A. Stevenson, R. M. Kelso

4 x 800m Relay UNDER 17 100 metres 200 metres 400 metres 800 metres 1500 metres 110 metres Hurdles High Jump Long Jump Shot Put 4 x 100m Relay UNDER 16 100 metres 200 metres 800 metres 1500 metres 90 metres Hurdles High Jump Long Jump Shot Put 4 x 100m Relay 4 x 400m Relay

I. J. Whiting R. S. McLean C. R. Powell D. M. Lindros D. M. Lindros R. G. Magee D. F. P. Selleck R. P. Vickers-Willis I. J. Whiting I. J. Whiting, R. S. McLean, C. R. Powell, R. G. Magee A. R. Walpole A. R. Walpole A. J. Cole S. J. Cameron J. R. Armytage B. W. Garratt C. B. Bracher H. W. Waugh R. A. Cook, A. R. Walpole, S. W. Monteith, C. G. Bracher T. D. Neilson, S. W. Monteith, A. J. Cole, R. A. Cook

UNDER 15 100 metres 200 metres 800 metres 90 metres Hurdles High Jump Long Jump Shot Put 4 x 100m Relay

A. J. Le Deux A. J. Le Deux S. F. Douglas N. L. Carr B. K. Wylie B. K. Wylie M. R. Stephens A. J. Le Deux, A. C. Pinnow, M. R. Stephens, A. J. Komp *Geelong College School Record. Final Placing —Combined Sports Xavier College 4001/2 Melbourne Grammar School 3201/2 Scotch College 308 St. Kevin's College 282 Hailebury College 266 Wesley College 237 Brighton Grammar School 221 Geelonq Grammar School 205 Carey Grammar School 196 Caulfield Grammar School 195V2 Geelong College I68I/2

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Winner

9 3 1 3 7 4 10 5 6 9 6

11.7 sec. 23.0 sec. 49.4 sec. 1 m. 54.8 sec. 4 m. 16.0 sec. 9 m. 07.2 sec. 17.5 sec. 6'0" (1.825m) 6.14m 11.39m 44.3 sec.

11.2 sec. (X.C.) 22.3 sec. (B.G.S.) 49.4 sec. (G.C.) 1 m. 52.6 sec. (S.K.C.) Rec. 4 m. 06.4 sec. (X.C.) 8 m. 51.8 sec. (X.C.) 15.7 sec. (X.C.) 6'6 3 / 4 " (2.00m) (X.C.) 6.44m (X.C.) 14.54m (H.C.) 42.4 sec. (X.C.) Rec.

8

8 m. 26.0 sec.

8 m. 00.8 sec. (X.C.)

4 8 7 6 11 9 Equal 5 5 11 3

11.7 sec. 23.9 sec. 52.6 sec. 2 m. 02.9 sec. 4 m. 31.0 sec. 17.3 sec. 5'11" (1.80m) 5.86m 11.78m 44.6 sec.

11.5 sec. (X.C.) 23.2 sec. (X.C.) 51.2 sec. (X.C.) 1 m. 59.2 sec. (M.G.S.) 4 m. 12.6 sec. (S.C.) 15.4 sec. (G.G.S.) 6'3" (1.81 m) (S.K.C.) 6.14m (Carey) 16.53m (W.C.) 43.9 sec. (X.C.)

10 9 11 11 8 9 10 10 6

12.5 sec. 24.8 sec. 2 m. 12.3 sec. 5 m. 00.00 sec. 14.4 sec. 5'4" (1.625m) 5.26m 11.05m 47.7 sec.

11.3 sec. (H.C.) 23.2 sec. (H.C.) 2 m. 02.0 sec. (X.C.) 4 m. 07.8 sec. (B.G.S.) 13.2 sec. (H.C.) 6'0" (1.835m) (S.C.) 6.05m (H.C.) 17.36m (H.C.) Rec. 44.9 sec. (H.C.)

11

3 m. 54.2 sec.

3 m. 37.8 sec. (M.G.S.)

9 9 11 9 11 10 11 9

12.8 sec. 26.4 sec. 2 m. 16.2 sec. 15.8 sec. 1.50m 4.97m 9.38m 48.9 sec.

11.8 sec. (X.C.) 24.2 sec. (B.G.S.) 2 m. 05.1 sec. (X.C.) 13.2 sec. (M.G.S.) Rec. 1.71m (M.G.S.) 5.84m (S.K.C.) 14.40m (M.G.S.) 46.0 sec. (M.G.S.)

GIRLS' EVENTS OPEN 100m 200m 400m 800m 1500m 90m Hurdles High Jump

1 Hope, K. E. (W) Hope, K. E. (W) Hone, K. E. (W) Richardson, E. M. (Co) Richardson, E. M. (Co) Hope, K. E. (W) Hope, K. E. (W)

Long Jump

Mockridge, S. T. (Ca)

Shot Put Javelin Discus

Wood, S. L. (McA) Ziemer, A. (Mo) King, P. J. (Mo)

2 Carruthers, S. A. (McA) Spittle, C. L. (W) Mitchell, J. L. (Ca) Hope, K. E. (W) Wood, S. L. (McA) Ziemer, A. (Mo) Spratt, P. (McA)

Macauley, M. L. (W) Carruthers, S. A. (McA) King, P. J. (Mo) Johns, H. F. (Ca) Cart, F. J. (Mo) OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP: 1st: K. E. Hope 2nd: S. L. Wood

3 Leach, S. E. M. (Mo) Nail, S. V. (McA) Wood, S. L. (McA) Wood, S. L. (McA) Mitchell, J. L. (Ca) Spratt, P. (McA) Law, V. G. (Ca) Mockridge, S. T. (Ca)

Time/Distance 13.7 sec. 29.2 sec. 68.8 sec. 2 m. 46.1 sec. 5 m. 52.5 sec. 15.8 sec. 1.29m 4.25m

Johns, H. F. (Ca) Spratt, P. (McA) Mockridge, S. T. (Ca)

8.10m 22.72m 20.65m

3 Mitchell, J. L. (Ca) Ziemer, A. (Mo) Johns, H. F. (Ca) Smith, L. J. (McA) Mitchell, J. L. (Ca) Gant, M. J. (Sh) Wieland, S. C. (W) King, P. J. (Mo)

Time/Distance 13.9 sec. 29.6 sec. 1.36m

UNDER 17 100m 200m High Jump

1 Johns, H. F. (Ca) Johns, H. F. (Ca) Ziemer, A. (Mo)

2 Ziemer, A. (Mo) Mitchell, J. L. (Ca) Gant, M. J. (Sh)

Long Jump Shot Put Discus

Ziemer, A. (Mo) Johns, H. F. (Ca) Carr, F. J. (Mo)

Johns, H. F. (Ca) Wood, S. L. (McA) Wood, S. L. (McA) UNDER 17 CHAMPIONSHIP: 1st: H. F. Johns 2nd: A. Ziemer

4.45m 8.94m 22.02m

UNDER 16 100m 200m 400m 800m 90m Hurdles High Jump Long Jump Shot Put Javelin Discus

1 Richardson, E. M. (Co) Richardson, E. M. (Co) Richardson, E. M. (Co) Richardson, E. M. (Co) Barrett,. S. V. (Co) Richardson, E. M. (Co) Rawson, L. A. (Ca) Purnell, K. A. (Ca) Logan, J. A. (Sh) Emmett, S. V. (Co)

2 3 Sutcliffe, R. A. (Ca) Ingpen, K. J. (Sh) Sutcliffe, R. A. (Ca) Ingpen, K. J. (Sh) Purnell, K. A. (Ca) Bridgewater, K. M. (Co) (No second or third places awarded) Wieland, S. C. (W) Purnell, K. A. (Ca) Rawson, L. A. (Ca) Sutcliffe, R. A. (Ca) Sutcliffe, R. A. (Ca) Richardson, E. M. (Co) Emmett, S. M. (Co) Sutcliffe, R. A. (Ca) Purnell, K. A. (Ca) Green, A. H. (Sh) S'Jtcliffe, R. A. (Ca) Richardson, E. M. (Co) UNDER 16 CHAMPIONSHIP: 1st: E. M. Richardson 2nd: R. A. Sutcliffe

Time/Distance 14.4 sec. 30.3 sec. 68.3 sec. 16.6 sec. 1.24m 4.11m 8.65m 13.31m 22.01m

UNDER 15 100m 200m High Jump Long Jump Shot Put

1 McFarland, S. A. (Sh) Logan, J. A. (Sh) Dennis, E. A. (W) Mulligan, L. J. (Co) Barrett, S. V. (Co)

Discus

Nelson, J. E. (W)

2 Logan, J. A. (Sh) McFarland, S. A. (Sh) Wieland, S. C. (W) Logan, J. A. (Sh) Wieland, S. C. (W)

Wieland, S. C. (W) UNDER 15 CHAMPIONSHIP: 1st: J. A. Logan 2nd: S. A. McFarland

HOUSE RESULTS CALVERT WETTENHALL MORRISON COLES McARTHUR SHANNON

965 points 867 „ 742 „ 702 „ 686 „ 614 „

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3 Barrett, S. V. (Co) Barrett, S. V. (Co) McKendrick, L. A. McFarland, S. A. (Sh) McFarland, S. A. (Sh) Purnell, H. E. (Co) Barrett, S. V. (Co)

Time/Distance 14.1 sec. 30.0 sec. 1.32m 4.10m 8.29m 18.45m

HOG

H.O.G. C O U N C I L R. F. Duff, R. L. Longley, P. J. Murray, C. L Nelson, P. T. E. Hiddleston, W. L Ashburner. Front Row: A. D. Finlay, Mr. F. W. Elliott (Warden), Lindy-Ann Wall (Secretary). COUNCIL: W a r d e n : F. W. Elliott S u b - W a r d e n : P. C. Taylor Secretary: L. M. Wall A. D. Finlay, C. Nelson, R. Duff, W. Ashburner, P. Murray, R. Langley (Terms II and III), P. H i d d l e s o n , I. Geddes (Term I)

The effectiveness of the H.O.G. is only made possible by the time spent and efficiency of the staff and c o u n c i l members. The H.O.G. owes its thanks to all the people who use its facilities, thereby e n a b l i n g it to continue as an important part of our s c h o o l life. L. M. Wall

Assistant Staff: T. A. Egan, R. D. Wells, Mrs. J. Lee (pottery), Miss M. Hoult (photography) Once again the H.O.G. has proved its worth as an important part of the s c h o o l . The high standards attained on previous o c c a s i o n s were in evidence again this year. The overwhelming popularity of the H.O.G. has made it almost impossible to a c c o m m o d a t e all who wish to use its facilities. Friday afternoon activities have been our greatest worry. H.O.G. has proved to be the most popular extracurricular activity, with as many as 170 people having to be cut back to 40 in numbers. Many people will have been disappointed, but hopefully, they will understand that there is not the space to a c c o m m o d a t e them. The H.O.G. is e x p e r i e n c i n g a great deal of use after school, at weekends and during holidays by both past and present students. This is only made possible by the time given up by Mr. Elliott, Mr. Egan and Mr. Wells to be there to lend assistance. A m o n g the activities offered in the H.O.G. are Printing, photography, metalwork, leatherwork, pottery, radio and woodwork. The pottery department deserves special mention for the high standard of work being p r o d u c e d under the guidance of Mrs. Lee, P. Taylor and C. Nelson. Some °f this work has been exhibited in various local art and craft shows. The printing department has undertaken work for students, teachers and other members of the community. This year has seen greater participation by the girls in all departments of the H.O.G.

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LIBRARY NOTES

Back Row: Birgit Wieland, R. Vines, R. Van Cooten, B. Biclcerstaff, W. Sloane, G. Douglas, G. Van Enst, I. Kearney. Front Row: Felicity Carr, Mrs. J. MacMillan, T. Bracher (Chairman), Mrs. P. Wood, Mrs. J. Gibson, G. Mathews.

" T h e true university is a collection of b o o k s , " stated T h o m a s Carlyle in the mid nineteenth century, and the George Morrison Library bears witness to the even greater relevance of this statement today. This year, more than ever before, the library has served as the basis for teaching and learning in the Colleqe. Further acquisitions of books and other t e a c h i n g aids indicate the g r o w i n g need for the library in the s c h o o l community. This year as in previous years the Library has run smoothly and efficiently under the supervision of the library staff, aided by a capable and industrious c o u n c i l and c o m m i t t e e . All three have w o r k e d in a united effort to improve where necessary the c o n d i t i o n s and atmosphere of the library. The Committee, made up of Fourth and Fifth Formers, has worked consistently all year, processing materials and carrying out other necessary tasks. The displays in the library which were the special responsibility of the Fifth Formers were a great improvement on previous years. The capability and enthusiasm of the Library C o u n c i l can be seen in the various activities undertaken t h r o u g h o u t the year. Possibly for the first time ever, the Council extended its activities beyond the library doors and ventured out into the treacherous but rewardinq areas of everyday s c h o o l life. The lunch-time music played on the West Winq of Morrison Hall was a worthwhile venture and was appreciated and enjoyed by everyone (including many citizens of Newtown as far as Shannon Avenue). The policy behind our lunch-time activities was not so much to keep people out of the library but rather to offer some viable alternatives to attend in the lunch break, although inevitably some p o l i c i n g of the library at lunch-times and recess was necessary, and the Council's willinoness to perform such an arduous task is to be c o m m e n d e d . Television p r o g r a m m e s such as the Norman Gunston Show added variety to many a boring winter lunch-time.

"Off d u t y " the Library Council and staff enjoyed a number of social evenings. Mr. Robert Ingpen spoke to a large audience of parents and students about children's books and p u b l i s h i n g in particular. In July of this vear a number of library c o u n c i l s from other Geelong schools enjoyed an informal film and discussion night, a highlight of the evening being the shutting d o w n of the automatic heating system and the subsequent blown fuse after the circuit had been overloaded with radiators. Several c o u n c i l members had the pleasure of travelling to Melbourne during the first term holidays, to purchase many new books for the library. One of those books is still on the w o r k r o o m shelf. The library has provided a delightful setting on several occasions, firstly in May, when the College Players and the School Choir presented plays and musical items, and then in July, when we were fortunate enough to have the ooets David Campbell and Rosemary Dobson to read their own Doetry. On July 6th The Geelong College was selected as the venue for a special seminar on Library Evaluation, run by five visiting A m e r i c a n educators from the New England Association of Independent Schools. Thanks must be given to the many people who have generously donated books to the library this year and special mention must be made of Mrs. Cedric Carr, who c o n t i n u e d to give up voluntary half a day .a week to process the ever mounting piles of books in the w o r k r o o m . Once again the library has proved itself to be an integral part of school life and this year can be looked back on with satisfaction and pleasure. Dreams continue to be realities through the never-ending support from people both in and out of the s c h o o l community. 76-76

MOSSGIEL/WARRINN BOARDING NOTES WARRINN UPPER MACKIE Housemaster:

MOSSGIEL Housemaster: ' Mr. R. J. Casey Mr. F. W. Elliott Assistants: Assistants: Mr. B. R. Olsen Mr. C. G. Ingham Mr. D. R. Wettenhall Mr. E. A. Barnett Prefects: Prefects: Bill Sloane, Mark Komp, Greg Abrecht, Tim Walpole, David Jackson, Ian Hazeldine, Mike Laidlaw, James Daniel, Andrew Kelso, Ian Kearney. Ron Lees, Andrew Browne.

All Fifth and Sixth Form boarders were again housed in the new Mossgiel/Warrinn complex for the second year. As the house was not at full capacity, most Sixth Formers were allowed a single room, and this, of course, gave them every opportunity to work outside the normal house study periods. Whilst the academic pressures placed on the senior boarders forced him to make study his top priority, it certainly has not prevented him from taking part in the many activities provided by the school. School Prefects were Steve Laidlaw (School Captain), Stewart Bell (Vice-Captain), Bill Sloane, Mark Komp and Andrew Morrison. House Prefects were David Jackson, Sandy Hutton, Gerald Douglas (Coles), Greg Abrecht and Tim Walpole (Wettenhall). Last year's senior boarders achieved impressive academic results whereall but two qualified for their H.S.C., and every Leaving candidate passed. Our congratulations go to last year's successful H.S.C. students, in particular John Laidlaw (2 distinctions, 4 As, 1 B), Peter Everett (4 As, 1 B), Mark Williams (3 As, 1 B) and Peter Emmett (2 As, 1 B, 1 C). Outstanding achievements in sport were Andrew Morrison, who not only was Captain of Boats for our triumphant Head of the River year and Captain of the very successful 1st XVIII football team, but was also awarded a school honour in both these sports, a rare distinction. Others who represented the school in first teams were Sandy Cameron, Geoff Emmett, Stewart Bell, Sandy Hutton (rowing), Norm Graham, Jim Hermiston, Mark Komp, Ian Mitchell (cricket), Mark Komp, Norm Graham, Sandy Hutton, Andrew Kelso, Stewart Bell, Geoff Emmett, Ian Mitchell (football), Neil Everett (tennis), and Jim Hermiston, Bill Sloane, Sandy Cameron (hockey). Dick Fry showed great courage and endurance in the cross-country, whilst Ian Mitchell and Darryl Mew represented us in athletics. All the other members of the house also provided valuable participation in school and house activities. Andrew Hooke and Stewart Bell both played a major role in the very successful "Black Comedy" play. This year the Sixth Formers have joined in the system of washing-up and cleaning the dining room with the Third, Fourth and Fifth Formers who had done it previously. This system was introduced in third term last year and has since proved to be very worthwhile. Students have been rewarded for their services bv having beach trips and recreational improvement without extra cost to them. The saving made by their services has also helped to stabilize boarding fees. Whilst it has been said that boarding may not be the ideal way of life, it is widely recognized that these years of living together as boarders create friendships and relationships that will exist strongly between these people for the rest of their lives. Next year, a further development of our co-educational state will be introduced into our school when girls will be boarding in one of the Mossqiel units. We wish those involved well and look forward to hearing reports on the progress of the combined Warrin-Mossgiel.

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Throughout the year the house had many varying experiences from the Motor and Air Shows to the Grampians trip, the Anglesea weekend (for the 3rd form) and the Sorrento weekend (for the 4th form). A number of canoe trips were attempted, some successful, others not so successful. The H.O.G. was also used throughout the year. At the end of 1975, Mark Vincent, Dougal Morrison, Scott Davies and Ian Whiting were chosen as prefects for 1976. The old hands (the new fourth form) quickly settled in and helped the third formers adapt to the new environment. Trips again included the Motor Show in Term I and Sailbot '76 second term. A number of trips have been made to Mr. Gilbert's house at Sorrento. Earlier in third term the fourth formers had a social in Mr. McLeod's house — a great success, enjoyed by all. This would not have been possible without Mrs. McLeod, who has provided invaluable help and support throughout the two years of Upper Mackie. In third term the whole house went to Mt. Hotham for the weekend and stayed in the new Pegasus Lodge. Mr. Wettenhall, Mr. Gilbert and Mr. Russel King were our expert tutors. Mr. Bob George has also provided the opportunity for visits to his farm. Squash has been organized on Sunday mornings after church as a regular feature. Our thanks go also -to Mrs. Oswald for her help throughout the two years. We feel that we can look back on the two years of Upper Mackie life as being a time where the individual stiident has been' encouraged to be a responsible, trustworthy and an independent person, and to value and to contribute to those relationships developed in the House. For this we are grateful.

LOWER MACKIE Housemaster: E. B. Davies, Esq. Assistant Housemasters: R. M. Morris, W. Davies, J. Seed. House Matron: Mrs. R. Oswald. Vth Form Prefects: D. McDougall, R. Slattery, J. Mullins, H. Waugh. Form IV — 14 boys. Form III — 9 boys. 1976 has been an eventful year in the Boarding House. There has been plenty of activity, and living conditions were only adequate. However it is hoped that next year improvements in this area will be accomplished. There have been varied activities enjoyed by all. These include beach outings, trips to the school property in the Grampians, squash on Sundays, water skiing, canoeing on the river, to name a few. For all these we thank Mr. Davies, Mr. Morris, Jeff Seed, Wayne Davies and Jim McKay. We would especially like to thank Mrs. Davies for the Saturday night suppers and entertainment she and Mr. Davies provided. Mrs. Davies is a very good cook and the food was enjoyed by all. Their colour T.V. was also appreciated. We were sorry to lose Jeff Seed during the second term; we have missed him, but Jeff has still kept an interest in our trips for which we thank him. Wayne Davies, who took Jeff's place, has fitted into the House very well. To Mrs. Oswald, we thank you for all your help which has been beneficial to all. We were proud that Tony Jackson represented Geelong in the under sixteen provincial Baseball championships this year.

GIRLS' BOARDING HOUSE REPORT The Geelong College Girls' B o a r d i n g House — it is in these precincts that even angels fear to tread. Many have never ventured t h r o u g h its f o r b i d d i n g portal. Those who have tend to recount stories both wild and wonderful on their return. What is caught within the boundaries of the House? Fourteen members of the fairer sex ranging in age from eleven to seventeen, were privileged to b e c o m e the first of a new breed — Geelong College GIRL boarders. Naturally, there were to be c o m p l i c a t i o n s in the beginning but few problems were serious and there were none that weren't to be o v e r c o m e one way or another. We appear to be a mixed b u n c h to casual observers. At the lowest level are a set of twins, Susan and Sandra Gordon, while we were j o i n e d halfway through T e r m One by a New Zealander, Jane Tracey. T h r o u g h o u t the year two or three kids from varyina form levels have gone on excursions. These included a visit to Portsea in first t e r m , several trips to the Pancake Parlour (throwing all diets to the w i n d and weiqht to the waistline), while two fourth formers played squash on several afternoons. Eight-thirty was undoubtedly the most popular time during the day. Even the most uniformed amongst us managed to c a t c h up on the day's news t h r o u g h listening to the snatches of conversation just audible over the m u n c h i n g of toast and b u b b l i n g of the Birko (it broke about five times during the year). We were, however, not without our success stories. At the b e g i n n i n g of third term Sue Emmett had a surprise win in an Eisteddfod Drama C o m p e t i t i o n , while soon after Kate Hope was placed s e c o n d in the musical section of the same c o m p e t i t i o n . Most of us had a Dart in at least one school play d u r i n g the year, while Anita Ziemer deserves a mention as she acted in a major part in " T h u r k a a r i " . On the sporting scene Sue M o c k r i d g e achieved c o m m e n d a b l e results with her diving, and Sue McFarland with her athletics. Without doubt 1976 has been a vear full of experiences for us all. Nevertheless the G. C. Girl Boarders proved that this new idea c o u l d work and work well if given the opportunity. However, we realise, as does the rest of the school community, that this success is verv much due to the constant supervision of our House Mistresses. On behalf of the girls I would like to offer my sincere thanks and gratitude to Miss Hoult for her unending patience with us all and to Sister Eddy for listening to the problems and p a t c h i n g the pains. I would personally like to thank Miss Barkley for the continual guidance and help that was not only given to me throughout the year, but to each of us at one time or another. Boarding for Girls isn't just a passing phase — it's here to stay. V i r g i n i a Cook

SENIOR NETBALL Back Row: Sandra M. Crowl, Gina Campagnolo. Sally L. Wood, Anita Ziemer, Carey A. Bubb, Viclci J. Etherton, Julie L. Mitchell. Front Row: Rhonda A. Sutcliffe, Heather F. Johns, Michele L. Macauley, Sally A. G. Carruthers, Jennifer V. Nail.

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FIRST GIRL BOARDERS—THE GEELONG C O L L E G E — I976 Back Row: Miss R. Barkley, Suzanne T. Mockridge, Susan M. Donald, Anita Ziemer, Jane C. Tracey, Mrs. V. Eddy. Middle Row: Susan A. McFarland, Kim M. Bridgewater, Susanne M. Emmett, Kathrine E. Hope, Virginia E. R. Cook. Front Row: Wendy M. Abrahmsen, E. Ann Wilson, Sandra Gordon, Susan Gordon, Amanda M. Lees.

NETBALL REPORT This was the first netball season at the College and there was noticeable ability in each of the four teams. T w o senior and two junior teams c o m p e t e d in matches played at Sacred Heart College d u r i n g the lunch-hour, and other games played after school were against M o r o n g o and the G e e l o n g G r a m m a r S c h o o l . On Saturday, July 24th, a senior and j u n i o r team participated in a series of Round Robin matches held at Morongo between the College, M o r o n g o , G e e l o n g G r a m m a r School and Shelford. The efforts of the j u n i o r t e a m were rewarded by finishing s e c o n d . Despite our mixed fortune, the teams performed well and S c h o o l Netball Colours were awarded to members of the senior team. We extend our appreciation to both Mrs. Bullen, who c o a c h e d the seniors, and Miss Hoult who c o a c h e d the j u n i o r s , as it was their fine leadership w h i c h was responsible for the success we had. We look forward with c o n f i d e n c e to future seasons; and trust that this is the b e g i n n i n g of netball success at T h e Geelong C o l l e g e ! HEATHER J O H N S

OLD GEELONG COLLEGIANS' ASSOCIATION Previous issues of 'Pegasus' have outlined the objects of the Old Geelong Collegians' Association, its activities in maintaining contact between the College and past students and the involvement of the Association in assisting to preserve the educational opportunities which the College offers. Another aspect of O.G.C.A. activity which provides a further link between the College and Old Collegians is the sporting activities promoted by the Association and by the Clubs with which it is affiliated. Each year Old Collegians return to the College from all parts of the state (and sometimes from interstate and overseas) to play against College teams at Cricket, Tennis and Football. These games are always played in a spirit of friendly rivalry, with each side striving to win and are always enjoyable and of high standard. In addition to their annual attacks on the cream of the College sportsmen, Old Collegians are involved in several other sporting activities. An O.G.C. golf day is held each year at which thirty or more Old Collegians endeavour to place as much distance as possible between themselves and that little white ball. In 1975 members of eight of the A.P.S. Associations competed in a lawn bowls tournament at the Kew Bowling Club. In 1975 teams from nine of the A.P.S. Association competed. It is anticipated that all eleven Associations will be represented at the tournament to be held in March 1977. The Geelong Amateur Football Club and the Old Geelong Football Club are both keen to recruit players as they leave the College. Each Club has a good representation of Old Collegians in its ranks. Currently Jim Fidge ('54) is the President of the G.A.F.C. Ricky Whittle (71) won the O.G.F.C. best and fairest award in 1976. The Old Geelong Collegians' Hockey Club fields two teams and sponsors a College team in the Geelong and District Men's Hockey Association competition. This year the Division 2 team won the premiership. The College team, playing in open competition, acquitted themselves well and on only one occasion were they defeated by more than one goal. There is a close association between the O.G.C.H.C. and the College. Two players are members of the College staff and club members assist them with the coaching of College teams. Some past College baseball players have expressed an interest in forming an Old Geelong Collegians' Baseball Club. At present the possibility of forming such a club depends on the interest shown by other Old Collegians who played baseball when at school, but it is from these small beginnings that Old Collegian activities grow. The Albert Bell Club was formed in 1975 to further the interests of rowing at The Geelong College in any and every possible way. While members of the club do not necessarily participate in the sport, the club has an enthusiastic membership which holds an annual re-union dinner on the eve of boat race heats each year. The physical and financial resources of this club are directed toward the improvement of rowing and the facilities for rowing at the College. In 1974 a group of Old Collegians met to discuss the possibility of acquiring a suitable mountain site on which to build an alpine lodge. This was an ambitious project as it was realised that the cost would be in the vicinity of $100,000. The dream of those who first considered this proposal is now a reality. Today the Pegasus Alpine Club is a registered Co-operative Society. An alpine lodge has been built on the slopes of Mount Hotham from which there is a magnificent outlook to Mount Bulla. The lodge is constructed of treated pine on a masonry base. It is fully furnished, has wail to wall carpets and will accommodate thirty-five people in eight bedrooms. Accommodation has been provided for groups of College students and booking arrangements may be made by others who wish to enjoy a holiday in this picturesque location. There is a wide representation of Old Collegians of all ages in these sporting groups and their interest in the College is strengthened by the opportunities provided by the Association for them to meet other Collegians and Old Collegians in the friendly atmosphere of sport.

O. G. C. A.

SPORT

During 1976 the O.G.C.A. fielded both a cricket and a football team to do battle with the College's first teams. The cricket match was held on the last dav of the holidays in February and proved to be a successful day for College, defeating the O.G.C.A. team by 36 runs. College batted first on a very good wicket for batting. Despite requested bowling changes bv the Old Bovs in an attempt to dismiss the batsmen, there were still two wickets remaining after time ran out. Set a total of 212 runs to win, the Old Boys had a difficult task against a strong College attack. Bob Bell top-scored with a fine 42 runs and Jeff Hallebone made a quick 39 including two sixes. However the bowling attack proved too strong and the team was dismissed for 175, 37 runs short of victory. Final scores were College 8-212; O.G.C.A. 175. The football match played in early August proved to be the chance for the Old Bovs to take their revenge. In the first quarter O.G.C.A. took an early advantage to lead by four goals. The second quarter was more even but O.G.C.A. still managed to lead bv 10 Doints. College however played excellent football in the third term and soon had almost a three goal lead by the end of the quarter. The O.G.C.A. seemed to be running out of steam and with a breeze to kick against in the final quarter things did not look hopeful for them. But after taking on a few fresh players, and some courageous play, the O.G.C.A. managed to kick a goal in the time-on period to snatch itself a one point victory. Final scores were: O.G.C.A. 14.7(91); College 13.12(90).

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SOCIAL SERVICE REPORTS CALVERT HOUSE

WETTENHALL HOUSE

At the end of first term we had a casual dress day raising around seventeen dollars. After this initial activity one or two projects were c o n s i d e r e d , but these were never undertaken. A photo c o m p e t i t i o n was o u t l i n e d , but degenerated when another house p r o d u c e d a similar type of c o m p e t i t i o n . A final concert p r o d u c e d $19.20, increasing our total for the year to $41.20. Hadley Falconer

The big event for Wettenhall social service this year was the staff bike-race. In this race the members of staff 'lucky e n o u g h ' to be p a r t i c i p a t i n g had to ride a number of laps of a d e m a n d i n g course around the school grounds.

COLES HOUSE At the start of the year Coles house elected to do an individual social service project and it was d e c i d e d that the house would sponsor a child through World Vision Child Care. World Vision sent a list of countries to c h o o s e a child and we were able to sponsor a boy f r o m Kenya just across the border from Ethiopia. His name was Samson Atiend. His father had b e c o m e sick and his mother c o u l d not look after all the children so World Vision took him in to their family. We have received a letter from him and we have sent a-letter away. The World Vision Child Care sponsors a child for $12.00 a m o n t h . This works out to about 3 cents a week per student in the house, but we ask for 5 cents a week or 20 cents a month to try and build up an excess to enable us to sponsor Samson d u r i n g the Christmas holidays. Instead of reaching our target of $120.00 we only raised a total of $68.07. However this year has not been wasted. A positive social service project for next year is arranged so that no time will be wasted d e c i d i n g which project to support. We look forward to improved support for a very w o r t h w h i l e cause.

McARTHUR HOUSE M c A r t h u r had two social Kirsty Elliott and Ken Evans.

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representatives,

The main charity w h i c h McArthur w o r k e d for was that of providing money w h i c h c o u l d buy b o o k s for a s c h o o l library in Java. McArthur chose this charity because the existing library consisted of, at an a p p r o x i m a t i o n , fifty books, and also it seemed that this was s o m e t h i n g practical and something that w o u l d be of benefit to Javanese students in future years as well as this year of 1976. With help from students in McArthur, Kirsty and Ken organized a car pushing c o m p e t i t i o n . A l t h o u g h all arrangements were finalized and dates set for the c o m p e t i t i o n , procedure didn't follow as well as one w o u l d have w i s h e d . The trouble was that the source of cars vanished. So McArthur reverted to a different method of collecting money, and this was via Monday morning tutorial meetings. Hence t h r o u g h o u t the year collections were taken at tutorial meetings on Monday mornings. This proved to be quite a successful method of collecting money for our needy neighbours in Java. We have raised approximately $60.00 to date. K. Evans, K. Elliott.

Mr. Egan with his full-faced racing helmet w o n a controversial first place from Mr. Patchett, with Mr. Devine c o m i n g a close third. Mr. Nelson c o m p l e t e d one lap on a tricycle.

MORRISON HOUSE A casual dress day was the best f u n c t i o n , raising a whole $14.55; we should have raised a bit more, but some managed to evade payment of their $0.20 by c l i m b i n g out the w i n d o w s . Second t e r m , Morrison held a lunchtime concert with Shannon house. We tried to arrange some music in exchange for their money. Anyway $10.31 was raised, w h i c h was divided up between the two houses (Morrison managed to get the remaining $0.01). Morrison house has only raised $19.71. Mike Ireson, Mark Leach.

SHANNON HOUSE This year's social service projects were extremely successful. Our main fund raising activity o c c u r r e d in first term. Mr. Barley agreed to run around the main oval during a lunch time, as many times as possible, for a set sponsorship by the whole house per lap and this turned out to be (due to Mr. Barley's fitness) a most profitable activity. Second and third terms saw a joint Shannon-Morrison lunchtime concert with admission charges going towards the social services of those two houses. Good attendances made these activities successful. Our c o m b i n e d efforts d u r i n g the year raised $92.73 which has been donated to the Salatiga School in Indonesia.

T.A.B. NOTES 1976 There is a natural tendency, when writing up the year's activities to concentrate on the new, exciting things that have happened and, in the Technical Aids Branch of the Library, the shiny new equipment that we have acquired during the year. If I confined myself to these matters, this page would remain blank. Whilst there are many who would consider this a desirable state of affairs, I must disappoint them as this important, nay essential, part of the school must not go unrecognised. Although many of you will be aware of the functions of the T.A.B. (our version of it, that is) there are some to whom it may not be so familiar, so please be patient while I elaborate a little. We perform the function that is usually called 'Audio-Visual' in schools, but i would argue that a teacher talking to a class and writing on a blackboard is using audio-visual techniques, i.e. the students are obtaining information through their ears and eyes. To distinguish the films, slides, television tapes, cassettes, etc. that we deal with, librarians often use the term 'non-book material', but calling them technical aids enables the far more catchy title of T.A.B. to be used. The Technical Aids Branch, then is based in the library and handles programmes and equipment (software and hardware to use the jargon) used as an integral part of the learning process. We have projectors, tape recorders, record players, etc. available for loan to teachers for classroom use, but particular emphasis is placed on individual or small group work for which we have small, inexpensive pieces of hardware. There is also equipment to enable records or tapes to be copied, or played to where the listening is through headphones. The T.A.B. centre also records and plays back television programmes as required, playback being through a co-axial cable system that is slowly spreading its tentacles through the school. Like any successful business we also have outside interests which include public address facilities in Morrison Hall, film projection, stage lighting, etc., in fact anything that can be considered technical in the electrical sense.

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We live in the age of the electronic media in which these information sources have outgrown the stage of being considered mere novelties, and are accepted as part of our everyday life, so it is natural that in a school they should be considered in a similar light rather than just as status symbols or pleasant diversions as unfortunately they still are in some schools. Visitors often make comments like: "I was recently in a school that had twelve of those projectors, but you only have one". My usual response is to ask how much, if at all, that other school uses all that equipment. Our curriculum planners write the use of technical facilities into the teaching programme if they feel that they will provide a real benefit and be superior to printed material. From this grows a demand for hardware and software. We try to satisfy this demand, rather than buy a lot of expensive items and then attempt to manufacture a use for them. We are saved from the rigors of exercising self control by an all-seeing bursar who requires good solid justification before even considering the approval of money for the purchase of equipment. All this does not mean that we lag behind in new developments, but aim to make the potential value of these known to the teaching staff so that they can consider their use in the curriculum if they feel that it is justified. We have this year obtained a Pioneer TX-7500 F.M./stereo radio tuner so that we can record good music and other material. The activities that I have attempted to describe are only possible because of the enthusiastic help of a team of senior students under Mrs. J. Gibson's leadership: M. J. Barclay R. S. McLean T. M. Bracher FT C. Olliff R. E. Champion G. C. Schaller A. F. Lawrence R. G. Van Cooten R. K. Lees R. A. Vines D. D. McDougal To all these people, and anyone else who has helped in any way: thank you. R. SALEN

OBITUARY

MR. E. B. DAVIES On Monday, 8th November, the school was profoundly shocked to learn that Mr. "Eddie" Davies had died suddenly the previous night. At once, all were aware that his death was a massive blow to the College and the community, for his role in both had been most active and influential. Mr. Davies was a sportsman talented in a number of games, especially baseball, in which he was a Victorian representative in interstate contests. For a number of years he had been the Physical Education Instructor at the Royal Military College Duntroon. He was appointed to take charge of Physical Education at Geelong College at the commencement of third tern 1955 and was responsible for the transformation which took place in that area over the following twenty-one years, culminating in the opening of the Rolland Centre in 1970. As well as being Sports' Secretary he was coach of the first Cricket XI, the first Football XVIII, and the Athletics Team. It made no difference to the intensity of his effort or enthusiasm whether the team was a good one or of mediocre quality but obviously he was greatly encouraged by the Premiership Cricket Team of 1963. He was responsible for the inclusion of several additional sports in the College Sports' curriculum and, organized almost every sports gathering held during the period he was sports master. On numerous occasions he arranged and conducted tours by sporting teams interstate and to New Zealand.

"Eddie" Davies liked young people and they in turn found in him an adult with whom they could readily communicate. He devoted himself unsparingly to serving them in a multitude of ways both within and beyond the school. He was always closely associated with the Cadet Corps as an officer and he was responsible for arranging and overseeing school dancing classes and dances. In 1973 he was asked to become Housemaster of Mackie House when a change of direction seemed desirable and so commenced a close involvement with the life of the boarding school which continued till his death. Many community organizations and projects attracted his active suport, particularly when the welfare of young people was a major concern. He was an Elder at St. David's Church and a key figure in the youth work of the Church. He was an untiring worker with the Y.M.C.A. and under its auspices arranged summer camps for youth at Queenscliffe and also was responsible for the annual Carols by Candlelight in Geelong. For some years he helped to develop the physical fitness of players at the Geelong Football Club. "Eddie" was a man endowed with many and varied talents who believed they were given to him, not to be "hidden in the ground" but as a trust to be used for the benefit of his fellow men. He gave of himself unsparingly to others. He created confidence in and rapport with countless people, both older and younger, who will remember him with affection and acknowledgement the beneficial influence he had on them. E. C. McLean

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MEMORIAL ADDRESS — MR. D. D. DAVEY He cared for people. Outside the College he cared too. His long involvement with the Y.M.C.A., Carols by Candlelight, the Geelong Football Club as Fitness Director, as an elder of St. David's Church, even as Father Christmas for the tinies at Morongo — they all showed that he cared. Perhaps his most fitting title was that of President of the Wisemen's Club of the Y.M.C.A. There was a wisdom about Ted. Young man, Wiseman, Christian man, Family man.. He has strode from the pitch for the last time. It was the way he did it which lights up our motto "Sic itur ad astra". . . . They wait upon the Lord, said the Psalmist, shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. To his last hour, Ed Davies was the embodiment of that cry. Collegians, remember him now with sadness, but mourn him like strong young men and women as he would have had you do. Have in mind his family, especially his wife Lillian. 'You know that the College has no more loyal supporter than she. Now, Ed Davies has joined that band of noble schoolmen who served well this Christian place and its purposes. May he rest in peace.

Almost every morning, as I step into my garden on the way to school, I can see, high up in the sky over the bush, the silhouette of an eagle, soaring, sometimes fluttering, often almost motionless as it surveys the earth beneath. There are few of us, older or younger, who would not wish at times to rise, as the Psalmist says, 'with wings as eagles', to the freedom, the exhilaration, to the viewpoint of the eagle, away from the sadness and difficulty of some of our days. There are two things I should like to tell you about the eagle which some of you may not know. The first is that it has one of the keenest eyes of all of God's creatures, with an optical mechanism so precise that it can earn its living thereby. Few of us can hope to have such sharpness of vision. The second is that is has an astonishing capacity for self renewal. Because, having sighted its food, it must tackle and carry it in its beak, that mouthpiece becomes so worn and tattered with age that its usefulness may become limited. Birdwatchers have observed that an eagle in this condition will crash dive to the ground, knocking itself and its beak out with the impact. Astonishingly, that is not the end of the eagle, for, beneath the broken pieces, there emerges a new soft beak which, like a second tooth, quickly hardens to take up the task of life again, strength regained. Our fathers, the Psalmist, sang often of the eagle, thanking God "who redeems your life from destruction, who satisfies your mouth with good things, so that your youth is renewed like the eagle's" (Ps. 103, v5). It may seem odd for me to speak of renewing youth to you who are so young. I do so because I believe you can see in the life of Ed Davies that constant renewal of youth of which the Psalmist told. Today, I am called upon to bear witness to a man we all knew, a man with an eagle's spirit, a man taken from us just 60 years young. 21 years ago this month, E. B. Davies came to the College after a career in the services. He is still remembered at Duntroon Military College. For 21 years, his wholesome ideas about the education of the physical being were part of our daily routine. And what a part he made it! A coach of the Athletics team from 1955, and the First XI since 1957, both records of service, incidentally, which will stand at least until the turn of the century; a coach of the Baseball team from the first diamond fielded by the College in 1964 till 1970. To review in such a few sentences that span of sporting time is to omit, for brevity's sake, reference to a premiership and to outstanding players later to figure in Test matches. But the story is not yet all told. To the constant renewal of his youth, Ed Davies brought new zest when, in 1970, aged 54, he accepted the challenge of coaching the First XVIII, and later acceded to the Principal's request, in 1973, to become House master of Mackie House. For 19 years, he was an officer of Cadets, retiring with the Long Service Medal in 1974. The Rolland Centre was, in its opening years, his second home. Many an evening, as I returned home across the cow paddock at 6.30, I would stop and chat with him as he checked the building, tinkered with the gramophone or replaced the weights in the gym. Ted Davies' life centred around youth. His eagle eye saw it for what it was. He did not wring his hands over mistakes or forgetfulness. Rather, his hand was always helping, rarely impatient, as many of you here can bear witness. You girls of the College, whom I greet today for the first time, gladly but sadly, remark how the boys looked upon him as a man's man. You, boys of the College, observe, even if in retrospect, now, how the girls could regard him both as father and elder brother. There is perhaps no higher praise than that, from Digger Davies, there flowed a friendship which brought its own discipline.

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Special Features

GLIDING 1976 Since 1974, gliding, as a school activity, has enabled students to participate in a five day introductory course organized by the Gliding Club of Victoria at Benalla. During the fifth form activities week held in the last week of second term, six boys accompanied Mr. B. McLeod on the gliding course. Unlike the two previous years the weather was excellent with all the landing strips in perfect condition. Upon arrival at Benalla on the Sunday two boys were able to go on familiarization flights, a preview of the flying to follow in the next fun packed days. Although the instructors were seemingly casual, extreme care was taken with pre-flight, pre-landing checks and aircraft inspections which taught the boys self discipline and the importance of these basic aircraft routines. Along with comprehensive flying instruction, lectures involving theory of flight and aircraft technique were a major part of the gliding course.

This year Craig Ballinger and Ross Champion completed the course they had begun in 1975 and reached the stage of soaring alone. Their knowledge and experience was appreciated by Richard Kelso, David Pavia, John Olliff and Simon Adcock and this helped to enable them to finish the course only a few flights short of soloing. A sincere thank you to Mr. Bruce McLeod, the member of staff responsible for this activity, for the long hours he spent making arrangements for the course. His encouragement and understanding was appreciated by all involved in the 1976 gliding course. D. G. PAVIA

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ON PHYSICAL ACTIVITY Most of us, being normal human beings, are lazy. When we are very young, and don't think much about this sort of thing, we work pretty hard at our pnysical activity as it is a natural outlet for pent-up . emotions, and anyway we enjoy it. We experience the exhilaration of full body movement, explore the limits of our physical capabilities, then lose ourselves in fourteen hours of deep luxurious sleep, to awake refreshed, revitalized and ready for whatever the next day may bring. As we become older, it is said we become wiser. Our horizons broaden, and life encompasses much, much more than mere physical activity. The immediate goal in life is possibly a Suzuki trail-bike, a surf-van, a pretty girl, money, promotion, the pursuit of knowledge, music, a hobby — and why not? However as the years pass, and our body starts to atrophy through lack of use, or the season for the beach comes round again, or because our doctor says lose weight or else— . . . . , the fact that we have done less physical activity and kept on eating the same amount of food — or perhaps more, becomes embarrassingly obvious. Panic, crash diets, courses at the local gym — all virtually useless. Only the strongest willed sticks to a diet. Only the masochist withstands the punishment of hard physical activity after months of soft 'civilized' living. The answer would appear to be obvious — though most of us, being normal human beings are lazy ,and tend to follow the line of least effort as this is the normal thing to do. How often do we hear the obese businessman stating that he does not have the time for thirty minutes exercise each day! Little use if you are well on your way to your second million dollars, if at the age of thirty-five you are stricken by a massive heart-attack and live in fear of another for the rest of your life! Is this quality of life? And the answer? . . . A little physical activity each day — jogging,golf, squash, swimming, walking, anything! Ideally, exercise which raises your heart-rate to somehing over 120 beats a minute and keeps it there, so ensuring the 'training-effect'. As your heart and lungs become fitter, you can, if you wish, increase the load, but there is no real need. Just do enough to enrich the quality of your life and to be sure you are able to do those things you want to do without endangering your physical well-being. To most of us the glow and sense of achievement derived from physical activity is very real — tangible proof of the benefit of controlled daily exercise. In this mechanized age I suppose we should do all we can to help ensure that we do in fact achieve our quota of three score years and ten. It is not natural to put on weight as we. grow older — merely normal. If we are fit and healthy after the age of twenty-five we are not normal human beings as health and fitness are not the normal. Under these circumstances, who wants to be normal? PETER CRONK

EXPLORATION SOCIETY At the end of Term I this year, a group of sixth form students and two members of staff hiked along part of the Mt. William Range in the Grampians, including the Major Mitchell Plateau. Those involved were Sandy Cameron, Andrew Browne, Scott Fabb, Peter George, Stephen Laidlaw, Philip Taylor, Andrew Morrison and David Jackson together with Mr. W. J. Harris and Mr. D. R. Wettenhall. With the help of Mr. T. Slattery ("Brierly", Willaura), the group departed from the Mt. Milliam timetable and for a time, followed the ridge south. For the first day or so, drizzly rain made the hike a bit unpleasant. Much of the terrain covered was quite rugged with deep overgrown gullies and valleys. The Major Mitchell Plateau was probably the highlight of the trip, itself being flat and grassy. Because of the height of the plateau, the view was breath-taking. We had difficulty in obtaining water because of the dry conditions, but fortunately we stumbled across a stream on the plateau. It was very lucky that we found this stream which appeared out of the ground and lasted for about twenty metres, as the nearest water was about four miles away at Jimmy's Creek. The drizzly weather cleared and it became warmer and more pleasant. After coming down from the plateau, we looked for a good camp site. On the third day we hiked and "scrub bashed" through thick terrain down the main ridge to Jimmy's Creek Road. After searching for water, the group then hiked up the Jimmy's Creek Road until a suitable camp site was found. While hiking up this road, we encountered a car load of nuns who were lost and we guided them in the directon of safety. Because of the scarcity of water, the remaining hike along the range had to be abandoned. However, some compass-walking exercises were carried out in the earlv afternoon of the fourth day; we reached the Yarram Gap Road and had a well deserved rest. 'Next morning, we were collected and returned to Geelong via "Brierly". All members found the hike enjoyable, and something to be remembered in the years to come. Our sincere thanks go to Mr. and Mrs. Slattery for their interest and assistance.

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A TRIBUTE TO MR. D. WEBB Service and duty may seem alien ideas to some of us; they have never been alien to Mr. Webb. The bare facts of his life, his 30 years on the staff of the school ,his lengthy period as Warden of the House of Guilds, his responsibilities as Senior Master, as VicePrincipal, as Acting Headmaster of the Preparatory School, as Administrative Assistant to the Principal, as teacher of Art and Graphics, these bare facts do no more than define a man whose faith, service, wisdom and experience have been an example for all staff and students to respect and follow. Recently an artist remarked to me that, upon the completion of a painting, he felt he had given something of himself, his life, away for good. Service to and for other people has that same aspect. He who loves himself shall however find himself. Having is giving and giving is living. Mr. Webb has given most of his life to this school, he has served the school by serving growing people. He hasn't served the school to benefit himself, that would be selfserving and he wouldn't know what that means. The service is made more valuable, more worthwhile, because it has been characterized by a desire to see everything done with perfection and grace, desire to ensure excellence. Many more people than I can testify to the quality of your life in the school but I would presume to speak for past and present in wishing you joy in your next adventure. S. P. GEBHARDT.

Mr. D. Webb

MR. D. W. STOTT Mr. Douglas Stott arrived at Geelong College in 1973, after teaching at St. Peter's, Adelaide and in England, to take up the newly created position of Vice-principal. He only stayed for three years before becoming Headmaster of St. Peter's Collegiate School, Adelaide, but Mr. Stott will be long remembered by those parents, boys and staff at the College during his stay. We received advance news of his good academic qualifications and golf handicap but we had the pleasure of discovering for ourselves what a thoroughly competent teacher and delightful personality had come amongst us. His special responsibilities were to be the boarding and social life of the school, to fulfil which he took an active interest in every facet of school life. He could be found wandering through a boarding house during study time talking to boys about their work, or watching sporting teams practice and play their matches. He helped coach rowing crews and in his last term took responsibility for the girls' physical education classes. He became personally involved in school music by resuming oboe lessons and becoming a member of the school orchestra and choir. Mr. and Mrs. Stott were constantly entertaining groups of boys, parents and staff in their home in order to create a greater feeling of community. We know that offering so much hospitality cannot have been effortless but they always made it seem so. This attitude of involvement and personal interest in individuals was to characterise the rest of his stay, firstly

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as Deputy Principal in 1974 and then in 1975 when responsible for running the senior school while Mr. Thwaites was so involved with the planning for Deakin University. The outstanding performances of the school in every aspect of its life in 1975 was in no small part due to his influence and quiet encouragement. When asked what was the highlight of his time in Geelong Mr. Stott replied "The winning of the Barwon Heads Golf Club Championship" and his biggest disappointment was 'his failure to get the senior chemistry master to keep his head down when playing a fairway wood."

Headmaster of The Geelong College Preparatory School I am pleased to be able to announce the appointment of Mr. Ian W. Macmillan, B.Com.(Melb.), B.Ed.(Calgary), as Headmaster as from January 1st, 1977. Mr. Macmillan was educated at Geelong College, attended Melbourne University and Calgary University in Canada. He has done post-graduate work at Monash University and is presently doing an M.A. in Psychology at Melbourne University (to be completed this year). He has taught at Caulfield Grammar School, Cochrane High School, Alberta, Canada, and at Brighton Grammar School; he has lectured at Mercer House, the State College of Victoria and presently is a lecturer at the Institute of Special Education, the State College of Victoria (Burwood). He has attended Summer Schools at Oxford University and at St. Andrew's University, Scotland. Mr. Macmillan is a member of the Australian College of Education, a member of the Parliamentary Committee on Special Education, a member of the Currajong School Council, a member of S.P.E.L.D., a member of the Australian Remedial Association and a member of the Society of Educational Counsellors. He has had a very varied and diverse background of experience which will be of outstanding benefit in the continuing growth of the Preparatory School. He has been involved in primary, secondary and tertiary education; he has worked in Canada on programmes which were specifically concerned with the involvement of the local community; he established a counselling centre whilst at Brighton Grammar and this brought him into constant contact with parents and students; in 1966 he organized a tour of South-East Asia for Social Studies students at Caulfield Grammar. He has been-associated with sporting activities at all the schools in which he has served, particularly rowing. Also, he has conducted summer schools (1972 and 1973) for children with learning and social problems . In his lectureship at the State College of Victoria, Burwood, he has been responsible for establishing a full-time Graduate Diploma Course in Special Education. I feel that we are very fortunate to have obtained Mr. Macmillan as Headmaster and I know that his vigour, vitality and vision will enrich the lives of the students who attend the Preparatory School. Mr. Macmillan, who is 41, is married and has four daughters. S. P. Gebhardt.

THE GEELONG COLLEGE GROUNDS From 1861 to 1870 the first College site was Knowle House which today is No. 6 Skene Street, Newtown. There was no problem maintaining these grounds as there was only a residential back yard, not an inch of front garden, and the front wall was the footpath boundary. Sport, which was not highly organized, was then played on a large Common in South Geelong. The lack of playing space was one of the reasons why George Morrison wanted to acquire a better site. Even when the move was made to the Newtown 'hill' in 1871, the area purchased was at first quite small, running from Talbot Street to about the present West Wing, and from Noble Street to Prospect Road. The old All Saints' Church was already erected there. As soon as possible, Dr. Morrison extended his holding to Aphrasia Street without increasing its East-West dimensions. In fact, there was not enough room for both cricket and football matches. The first College 'home' matches were played on some open ground in South Geelong, but after 1870, matches took place at the site of the present Argyle Hotel in Aberdeen Street. From 1885 the important matches were played on the Corio Oval. The purchase in 1880 of a large block, known as the 'Cow Paddock' comprised the site of the present Mackie Oval and Rolland Centre. This brought a great change in quantity, if not quality, of the grounds. At this time there was much to be done to the Head's garden and the vegetable garden which is now the site of the tennis courts. The College was the brainchild of the Rev. A. J. Campbell, who gave Dr. Morrison his personal servant, Hugh MacKay (or 'gillie') who had accompanied him from Scotland in 1859.

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Hugh MacKay At the first College football matches a four wheeled wagonette, the "Chariot", was driven to the ground by Hugh with Dr. Morrison or "Old Mov" sitting in it. It was Hugh's persistence to the Doctor which resulted in the purchase of the "Cow Paddock" in 1880. In 1891, this area was properly cleared, filled and graded, to become the Senior Football Ground, and the Argyle Ground was no longer needed. The present main oval is partly a Chinaman's Market Garden. A fountain, in honour of Hugh was erected in the front garden with the inscription — Hugh MacKay — 66 years — Geelong College — 1861-1927. Fortunately it was kept in a shed and is now to be found in the Head's garden. Edwin Teddy" Walter Rankin joined the outdoor staff in 1904 and succeeded Hugh as Head Groundsman in 1910. His duties were listed as — "to maintain the gardens and playing areas, look after the trees, keep the pavilion clean and tidy, coach cricket and football and do any umpiring that was necessary at a salary of £160 per year". Hugh's vegetable garden was abandoned at the turn of the century to make room for recreation. Rook's Paddock, or the "Market Garden" was purchased in Norman Morrison's time and became the Western end of the main Oval. The present Main Oval was laid out in 1905 along with the old ornamental Pavilion.

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Teddy's love for the College and sport can be shown by a quotation from the 1909 Pegasus . . . "great consternation was aroused in the breast of the College Curator, E. Rankin, ,when the College Council in its wisdom decreed that no water was in future to be used on the Oval. For some time it was feared that the grass in the outfield was doomed, and that even the turf on the wickets must suffer considerably but, fortunately showers have averted this catastrophe, and at the present moment the ground looks as well as ever, while the present heavy scoring in the School matches would seem to indicate no serious fault in the condition of the pitch". Teddy Rankin was a fine athlete wrio played with the Geelong Football Club between 1897 to 1910 and 183 games to his credit and was also a Captain/Coach of that team. His sons were noted footballers and Cliff, Bert and Doug have fine records for their prowess playing for Geelong. Weeding the oval, as a detention, was under Teddy's careful eye. His devotion to the College over many years was appreciated by the 700 present and past pupils who subscribed to the Memorial Gates at the Music School after his death in 1944.

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"Snow" Hobbs

Leslie T. "Snow" Hobbs joined the Ground Staff in 1931 and retired in 1967. He became Head Groundsman in 1941 succeeding Teddy Rankin. Snow was a keen local cricketer and carried on Teddy's work with similar diligence and persistence. All students respected and loved him although they were "made" to assist him roll the wicket. In fact, Snow conceived the idea of buying the present large roller by starting a fund amongst the boys and staff. In 1961 he "opened up" the Preparatory School area and the lovely grounds are a fine tribute to a devoted servant of the College. Snow lived at the "cottage" until his retirement in 1967.

S. "Stuart" E. Rankin joined the ground staff in 1935, and excluding his five years War Service, has been at the College until the present time. Stuart played local football and cricket and has always been interestd in College games. His father was a Geelong footballer as were some of his cousins. His ability to produce fine cricket wickets is his "forte" and many coaches have commented favourably concerning the high standard of the pitches at the College. His pleasant demeanour, wit, and co-operation with staff and boys have made him endeared bv all who meet him. He became Head Groundsman after Snow Hobbs moved to the Preparatory School. The old pavilion was dismantled in 1968 and the Rolland Centre was constructed and opened by Lindsay Hassett in 1970V The original score box is now at the Preparatory School alongside a cypress tree near the swimming pool. The preparation of wickets was faithfully assisted by horses "Pegasus", "Captain", and other horsepower was harnessed to the roller. Special pads were attached to their soles for this purpose. The stables were at the rear of Mackie House. Although most of the old trees of 1870 plantings have gone, some still remain such as the Canary Island Pine, three English Oaks and the Pyramid trees which must be 100 years old. Planting of many species occurred over the many years and are continuinq. The elms, around the main oval make a mess at leaf fall but give the area distinctive character. The Preparatory School had an array of old cypresses and pines on the site in 1960 and since that time many hardy species have been successfully established. Many students in their final year at the Prep, have planted their own trees. It is taken for granted that the ovals and grounds are prepared as a matter of course. In January the wickets are prepared for the season, immediately followed by football and finally athletics in third term. These transformation processes are skilfully carried out with an innate knowledge of the grass cover, fertilizer applications and general layout. We can boast having had two Brownlow Medallists, some Olympians and three Test Cricketers use our ovals but all past and present students have benefited from usinq the tine facilities. The area of the College grounds has been extended to some extent with the New Preparatory School and purchases of property and this has created additional duties for the Ground Staff.

With the advent of girls entering the College in 1975 added sporting facilities were required. The old "Prep" Oval was enlarged to form two hockey grounds and a basketball court has been constructed alongside the Rolland Centre. In recent years College participation in many sports has demanded a far qreater use of the facilities available at both the new Preparatory School and the Senior School. In fact, some Senior School sporting events are now held at the Preparatory School. The history of the College Grounds is unique as four Head Gardeners have spanned some 115 years at the time of writing. Furthermore, these four men have been related to each other and their loyalty to the College must always be remembered. The beautiful trees, ovals and gardens have become a hall mark of the College and many visitors remark that the College arounds are amongst the finest in Australia. C. E. Harbison

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ORGANIC GROWTH AN INTERVIEW WITH MR. GEBHARDT First impression — bewilderment. It nevers seems to turn out quite as one expects it to turn out. The size of the College was much greater than the place I was at before — it was a very contained school where I knew everybody very well. Strange to be assaulted by so many people I didn't know and having to take a leadership position. It's almost impossible to decide on what to do unless vou have seen everything. Don't ask, "What do you want to do?" "Where is the school going?" You can't do anything yet, because you are involved in a mass of instant decisions. Staff and Students have a Very good relationship — this is impressive despite the size of the school. The Day Houses are vital to this feeling and the House Masters are vital to achieve "a subcommunity within the community". I don't like the expression "College family" — it's too introverted — whereas a school should be always looking out into the community, with a lot of community involvement. I was quite staggered at the way the College had cut itself off from the community. I think "the Form V work experience week was essential, it's part of making students aware of the larger community and the community aware of the school. It's a pity that the school can't be a resource centre for the community—like Swinburne Technical School. You can't justify leaving buildings idle for so long as these are left for. Night school programmes might be a very good idea. A better programme would be the introduction of more adults into the smaller classes — good both for students and adults. Extra-Curric? — a very important part of school programme. I'd like to think of it as quite distinctly a non-physical recreation — non-sporting; there is so much already. They should all be "creative" activities. An argument against this is that students have to do so much competitive sport that they want to do a relaxing sport for their own enjoyment. Preparation for leisure is vital. Personal fitness is very important. Now, with a diminishing working hour week, we must educate students in what to do in those leisure hours — to do active, not passive things. We have become great vicarious livers. We seek secondhand experiences, instead we must expose students to as many firsthand experiences as possible. Arts and crafts are a bit neglected in the school; this may be because there is so much sport taking up the students' time —perhaps Sixth Form should get an easier time, but the important thinq is to keep up some form of exercise. It's more valuable in the long run to be personally fit rather than have organized sport. The true Olympic spirit was never competition — co-operation and not too much competition is the right attitude. Student self-reliance — initiative is sadly lacking in the school. It's a lack of self help and of social conscience. The $100 for the houserooms is good; students will always look after things more if they've had a part in providing them. It's very easy to expect the "Great God Council" to provide everything — it makes you very dependent rather than independent. This age makes people very indulgent; we must get into groups and help others. Service was always an idea that independent schools had. It is still a very valid concept. To get this involvement there must be initiative from students and staff. Things in a school must grow organically. Things that are imposed very often wither on the vine. Organic growth within the school is really what makes it go. Not that it won't stop me imposing ideas! Beginning?—I found the place austere, humourless, originally. There was not much fun about it. Though the staff and students were close it just seemed to be a general attitude. As you get to know people things change — we can take ouselves too seriously — we must laugh at ourselves occasionally. School is so pressure-packed here from 9.00-3.30; this has been hard to get used to. After 3.30, apart from sport, there isn't anything one can do with students. My old school was principally a boarding school, it had virtually a 24-hours 7 days a week style — you just had more time to sit and talk. Prefects are pretty good really, they're not overbearing, they are there to set an example. If thev set a good example, they are respected, and if they don't then they are not respected.

Perhaps there should be a greater emphasis on oral communication, because there isn't now; this may be why the S.R.C. was not successful. We don't have enough confidence. It's very important for students to have the confidence to speak up. Some of the sports reports have been good, some bad, but speaking has improved over the year. It's an art of communication problem. Students at Assemblies. It's important, so students don't have to listen to Headmaster too much. I really shouldn't say anything unless it has to be said. It's just another way of getting students involved. I want more responsibility placed on students, it's another way of getting students to take more control of their own affairs. Morale has been good this year. It's very important that each student can achieve something and be respected for it. This is all part of the endeavour to get students to have a bit more self-esteem.

DRAMA This year d r a m a has aroused much interest both f r o m within and outside the s c h o o l , and the introduction of a fifth form Drama class is a major step in this art's a c c e p t a n c e as a worthwhile and important activity. In First Term the major project was a varied programme of choral music, a Solo Italian laud, mime, a short play 'The Cat and the M o o n ' by W. B. Yeats (produced by Mr. Hartley Newnham and Mr. Michael Roland), a reading of short story " E x i t " , f o l k s i n g i n g and a m e l o d r a m a , " S i m p l i c i t y S m i t h " . This programme was held in the intimate and pleasant s u r r o u n d i n g s of the George Morrison Library, and attracted q o o d responsive audiences on the three evenings it played. Second T e r m was extremely busy with the p r o d u c t i o n of the main s c h o o l play, " T h u r k a a r i " by Pieter Scholtz, and another play, " B l a c k C o m e d y " written by Peter Shaffer, which was performed by a small aroup of sixth formers. " T h u r k a a r i — Demon of the Curry P o w d e r s " a fantasy written for the enjoyment of children and adults, is set in an Indian market where the stall-holders find the hot t o n a u e of the fat, lazy Ma Katta their biqgest worry. Three old blind weavers introduce the play and provide a g o o d link between characters and audience. We find that Thurkaari is to take awav the beautiful Kali unless Sammy can persuade the spirits of the market to help (ooppadums, sweetmeats and joss sticks). The three blind Ma's provide a solution in a riddle and Thurkaari ends up wih Ma Katta, who is transformed to beauty by the Spirits. Mr. Michael Roland produced the play with the help of Mrs. Rita Clarke, Mr. Hartley N e w n h a m and Mr. Ian Ladd on the musical side, Mr. Roger Salen with his specialized t e c h n i c a l knowledae, and on the c o n s t r u c t i o n side with Mr. Fred Elliott, Mr. Terry Egan, Mr. Bob Wells and students — especially Guy Van Enst. " T h u r k a a r i " played successfully to parents, students and friends of the College for three nights, then over the next week usually twice a day to nearly three thousand primary and j u n i o r secondary students from around Geelong who wrote many letters of appreciation to Mr. Roland. Some of the c o m m e n t s made by several small members of the audiences were almost unbearably funny and often embarrassing. You can be assured that not one audience was the same as another. This fact made acting very exciting and a great challenge. When playing to a fresh young audience not c o n c e r n e d with politeness and wanting to make themselves heard whenever possible, it was impossible not to gain experience for future performances.

Another very w o r t h w h i l e development in Drama in general this year was the National Headmasters' Conference Drama W o r k s h o p , w h i c h was held at Geelong Grammar S c h o o l , Corio for the last w e e k of the September holidays. Five students from the College attended: Jamie Fielding, A n i t a Ziemer, David Everist, Kirsty Elliott and V i r g i n i a Cook, and Mr. Michael Roland. It was an exciting and memorable week, and those p a r t i c i p a t i n g gained much valuable knowledge and experience from the seven professional tutors: Bryan Williams, Robert T a n i t c h , J u l i a Blake — a c h a r m i n g and very talented professional actress who is c o m i n g to stay at the College for a week next year to enhance our dramatic endeavours, Linda T e n e b a u m , Dr. M a l c o l m J o h n , Don Mackay and last but not least . . . Gary Gray of Bellbird'sSquire's-nephew fame. He became a living legend and will NEVER be forgotten. The subjects covered by these tutors w e r e : Improvisation, Interpretation of a Script, B u i l d i n g a Character, Music and Drama, a Rehearsed Play, Movement and Dance, and the Art of Comedy. The atmosphere t h r o u g h o u t the c a m p was always c h a r g e d with intense enthusiasm for the w o r k being done and culminated in a very professional display of what the groups had w o r k e d o n , in the Bracebridge Wilson Hall w h i c h has just recently been burnt d o w n . Many friends f r o m all over Australia were made and many still keep in contact with each other. G r a m m a r was the perfect setting for such a t r e m e n d o u s Workshop, and thanks go to Mr. Tim Murray who made the whole thing possible. From those at the w o r k s h o p he received a leather briefcase, a bottle of good liqueur and a heartfelt standing ovation — and he deserved it. I only hope these projects will continue f r o m now on so that more students will have the unique o p p o r t u n i t y of attending one. Special thanks to Mr. Roland for all he has done, and we hope his study tour in South A f r i c a next year is an enjoyable, interesting and safe one! Kirsty Elliott

A few nights after 'The Colleae Players' performed Thurkaari for the adult audiences, " B l a c k C o m e d y " was' put on in the newly renovated Room P. This has been made into a theatrette and is the ideal situation for plays of its kind and any other small-scale performances, as it exudes the "intimate t h e a t r e " atmosphere. " B l a c k C o m e d y " is a comedy played on a system of light and dark: when things fuse on stage, the audience is w a t c h i n g the play in light, but the characters act as if in the dark. The play 'brought the house d o w n " several times — it was impossible to keep a straight face, and the performances were of an even high standard for each night.

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Drama as a subject only c a m e into being this year and has proved very worthwhile. This relatively small (but happy) class has w o r k e d t h r o u g h a very full year. The object of the course was for each pupil to gain a good understanding of the many facets of theatre arts, i n c l u d i n g voice techniques, movement and mime, a study of various costume styles, set d e s i g n , makeup and lighting on stage. An individual assessment was given at the end of each term in w h i c h examples of the techniques and skills learned previously were tested. A written exam, based largely on the books w h i c h the class studied through the year will be delivered at the end of t h i r d term. The class was given a c h a n c e to display their q u i c k l y b l o s s o m i n g talents to the public in the first term p r o d u c t i o n of " T h e College Players". In s e c o n d term, the children's play " T h u r k a a r i — Demon of the Curry P o w d e r s " involved the whole class both in the t e c h n i c a l and dramatic aspects of this p r o d u c t i o n . Without doubt, the Form V Drama Class provided all its participants with deeper, fuller insight and knowledge of something that is too often regarded as a simple past-time.

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THOSE WHO PLAYED A PART IN THE "COLLEGE PLAYERS" PERFORMANCES THROUGHOUT THE YEAR OF 1976 The Performance in the George Morrison Library. The Geelong College Choir. For Mime the Vlth Form Drama Group: Alex Brumby, Kirsty Elliott, Vickie Etherton, Jamie Fielding, Peter Howarth, David Hunt, Vicki Law, Andrew Lawrance, Julie Mitchell, Anne Moore, Duncan Peerman, Liza Smith. Folk-Singing: Terri Powell (who came back this year to help us out), Kirsty Elliott, Peter Millard, Michael Ireson, Libby Elliott, Andrea Rachinger, Carol Baillie. "The Cat and the Moon"— a Noh Play by W. B. Yeats: Lame Beggar — Anita Ziemer Blind Beggar — Jamie Fielding Musicians — Kirsty Elliott (singer) David Everist (guitarist) Angus Brown (clarinet) Hartley Newnham (drums) An Indian Dance —Assam Folk Song: Vicki Law, Anne Moore, Julie Mitchell, Davie Hunt, Duncan Peerman. A 13th Century Italian Laud — "Altissima Luce" by Garzo: Andrea Rachinger. A Reading of "Exit" by Harry Farjeon: Tina Wishart, Tim Bracher, David Everist, Andrew Hooke, Kirsty Elliott, Shephen Healey, Jamie Fielding, Mandy Lees. The Melodrama, "Simplicity Smith": Simplicty Smith — Kirsty Elliott Mrs. Smith — Virginia Cook Ambrose Egglebert Upright — David Everist Horton Throgmortin-Jones — Tim Bracher Persephone Pillbox — Elizabeth France Lady Rubella Davenport — Mandy Lees Maid — Anita Ziemer Policeman — Stephen Healey Produced by Michael Roland and Hartley Newnham Sound and Lighting — Roger Salen THURKAARI —By Peter Scholtz CAST Ma Thokdi Vicki Law Ma Chatai three blind weavers Julie Mitchell Ma Jhadu Anita Ziemer Sammy Jamie Fielding Mr. Naidu Robbie McLeod Mr. Garum David Hunt his two daughters Helen Cameron/Libby Elliott/Heather Johns Mr. Gusa Stephen Hocking Mrs. Gusa Heather Johns/Libby Elliott Mr. Bhindi Tony Carruthers Mr. Badai Duncan Peerman Mrs. Badai Anne Moore Mr Kus-Kus Vicky Etherton Kali Kirsty Elliott her mother Lisa Smith Mr. Siphai Stephen Healey Thurkaari Tim Bracher Garlick • Fiona Scott Chinkerinchees Mandy Lees/Sally Manning Pineapple Elizabeth Cox Joss Sticks Felicity Rousseaux/Sue Emmett Poppadee Angus Brown Two Policemen John Neely/Scott Nelson Members of the Chorus — Marketeers and Buyers Sweetmeats: Kaylene Aldterton, Heather Johns, Penny King, Sue Mockridge, Andrea Rachinger, Carol Baillie, Kim Bridgewater. Joss Stocks: Helene Cameron, Elizabeth Cox, Libby Elliott, Sue Emmett, Mandy Lees, Sally Manning, Felicity Rousseaux, Fiona Scott Poppadums: Tony Le Deux, David McCall, Stephen Miller, John Neely, Scott Nelson, Jeremy King, Tony Carruthers, Robbie McLeod, Angus Brown. CREDITS Properties: Mr. Fred Elliott, Mr. Robert Wells, Guy Van Enst, Craig Van Cooten, Peter Howarth, David Lindros, Andrew Lawrance, Ross McLean. Costumes: Miss Jane Honman, Alex Brumby. Lighting and Effects: Mr. Roger Salen, Douglas McDougall, Michael Barclay. Music created by Mr. Ian Ladd, with Mr. Hartley Newnham. Choreography: Mrs. Rita Clarke. Music: Flutes — Becky Hutchinson, Rex Gordon. Clarinets — Graeme Wurm, Janice Nelson. Drums — Mark Altmann. Piano — Mr. Ian Ladd. Programmes: Mr. Terry Egan. Front of House and Booking: Miss Margaret Hoult, Felicity Carr, David Osborne. Producer: Mr. Michael Roland.

BLACK COMEDY —By Peter Shaffer CAST Brindsley Miller Carol Melkett Miss Furnival Colonel Melkett Harold Gorringe Clea Schuppanzigh George Bamberger

David Everist Tina Wishart Virginia Cook Andrew Hooke Stewart Bell Sarah Leach Mark Leach Andrew Warland

CREDITS Booking and Front of House: Miss Margaret Hoult. Lights and Sound: Mr. Roger Salen, Mr. Michael Roland. Stage Manager, Properties: Mr. Terry Egan. Programmes: Peter Howarth. Producers: Mr. Michael Roland, Mr. Peter Gebhart. We sincerely thank everyone who helped with these productions in any way, whether they are mentioned here or not.

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DEBATING 1976

Fifteen debates were held during second term. Each House debated every other House. The debates were held during lunch-time and were held twice a week. Each House provided three speakers who spoke for three minutes each. Other students were chairmen for the debates. All the debates were well and enthusiastically supported by the students. There was a great deal of audience participation or, at least, reaction to the range of speakers. Naturally there was a spread of ability amongst the debaters with a number of younger debaters keen to participate. Some Houses fielded a different team for every debate. Others had little variation in their teams. One outstanding feature of the debates was the quality of the girl debaters. The girls consistently had more style, more aggression, more rhetoric than many of the boys. They were well able to sustain the debating attack on the topic and the opposition. The topics were produced by the debating committee. Fifteen topics were chosen all of which proved debatable. Some of them were:— "That migrants destroy the true Australian image." "That wisdom goes with age."' "That the pet care industry is a symptom of a decadent Society." "That in a school, happiness is more important than academic excellence." "That those affected by decisions should have some say in the making of those decisions." "That to have loved once and lost is better than not to have loved at all." The adjudication of the debates was readily supplied by six of the staff. Overall the debating this year has proved to be a very healthy, happy, challenging and entertaining activity. J. H. DOUGLAS

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Karate, the ritual Oriental method of self-defence began over 800 years ago with men who had to learn to defend themselves with only their bare hands, from death and dishonour. Karate is a martial art developed by people who were prohibited the use of weapons, thus making it a defensive art. When one is attacked, the empty hands (which the word Karate implies) are quite sufficient to defend oneself. Karate is more than just fighting — it is a complete mental and physical discipline. To be proficient in Karate or any martial art it takes years of hard physical and mental training. For some people Karate is also a way of life, and, for better or worse, increasingly a sport. Karate is not merely a method of self-defence or learning how to block, kick or punch. It is said that if physical development is the beginning of Karate, then mental development is the ultimate endeavour. The product Karate needs is a calm, organized mind that can call on a variety of perfected physical movements capable of countering any physical challenge. The Squad would like to express its gratitude to Mr. Barley, and Mr. Peter Volke who is a Kyokushinkai instructor. He taught the squad for Term II and all of Term III and we thank him for his most valuable co-operation and assistance. ALISTAIR BELL

"BEHIND THE SCENES" In many areas of life today the community, as a whole, takes a great deal for granted and tends to become vocal when individual expectations do not eventuate because of the lack of "foresight" by some other person or group. In an establishment like the College it is easy for people to be so preoccupied with the academic, sporting and other associated activities, that they lose sight of a group of people who work with considerable devotion towards the College and its ideals, a group of people who do not look for publicity or attention but is content to undertake its various responsibilities so that the "offering" made by the College to the community at large will be something of great worth. Think, particularly, of a man like Roy Hobbs who retired as Senior Cleaner on 31st July, 1976, after serving the College for a period of 19 years; the name of Hobbs is well known to the College community as Roy's brother "Snow" was Grounds Curator for many years. Roy's kindness, his pleasant disposition, his desire to assist in special undertakings over and above his normal responsibilities give an indication of the type of approach which, hopefully, is engendered in all those who pass through the College. All the College community wish Roy a long and happy period of retirement. How is it that many people, including representatives from other public schools, comment favourably about the state of the College grounds, the excellence of the wickets prepared for P.S. matches, etc.? It is achieved only through the special skills, care and concern of the grounds staff headed by another "veteran" in Stewart Rankin. Stewart came as a raw recruit in 1935, and studied well at the hands of a master craftsman, his uncle "Teddy". There are those, too, who "service" the academic staff: Miss Barnfather and Pam Farey at the Senior School and Vanessa Thomson at the Preparatory School. These people carry out many totally unrelated duties; messages for academic staff, messages for students, missing lunches, variations in transport arrangements and so on. The typing and preparation of teaching notes, examination papers, assignments, etc., is a continuing and time consuming job and the conservationists have some justification for their concern about the condition of the world's forests: it has been noted that between January and August an average of 470 pages of printed matter were prepared for each student in the Senior School: Sim de Vre, our reprographics expert handles all this paper.

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Another important aspect of the administrative activities concerns the preparation and issue of fee accounts: the only income derived by the College comes from tuition and boarding fees. Mr. Philips, our Accountant, assisted by Mrs. Anderson who "plays" an accounting machine, with Mrs. Frazer, handle this work. At the same time, they undertake the constant tasks related to the payment of staff and accounting for all the goods and services obtained by the College to enable the operation to run smoothly. The operations for 1976 will result in expenditure of close to $2,000,000; this cannot be handled in a cavalier fashion but must be constantly watched and continually and accurately reported. During the year Miss Lyn Elliott from the office married an Old Collegian, thereby remaining within the College community: the lucky fellow is Neville Lyons of Balmoral, year group 1968. Mrs. Shannon and Miss Williams make up the remainder of the administrative staff, their particular responsibilities being Secretaries to the Bursar and the Principal respectively. Another "services" area covers the general domestic arrangements under the control of Mr. George Lewis: he has served the school for a relatively short period only, but has a wealth of experience in this particular field. His job is an unenviable one: 120 boarders all have different tastes! To assist in the preservation of the fabric of the buildings, to ensure that the House of Guilds remains upright by the addition of another coat of paint ,etc, is the responsibility of the Maintenance Department under the direction of the Property Manager, Mr. Ray Deans. In the care of the College property Mr. Deans is in close contact with the College Architect, Mr. Neil Everist, and has at his disposal, outstanding tradesmen to handle most of the maintenance problems — carpenters, joiners, cabinet-makers, painters and an electrician. When the 1st VIII win the next Head of the River or the 1st XI defeat Melbourne Grammar on the main oval, when Speech Day has concluded a successful year, it is worth thinking about those who move quietly and efficiently behind the backdrop: the Stage Manager and the stage-hands.

EXAMINATION RESULTS 1975

ACADEMIC

HIGHER SCHOOL CERTIFICATE The following boys gained distinctions: AMERY, C. E.: Pure Maths Physics Chemistry KELSO, H. A.: General Excellence General Maths LAIDLAW, J. D.: General Excellence Biology . General Maths Physics MANN, S. E. C: Social Studies WILLIAMSON, D. A.: General Excellence General Maths Physics The following students gained A and B gradings: AMERY, C. E.: A. Applied Maths, A. Pure Maths, A. Chemistry, A. Physics. BACKWELL, D. I.: B. Music Practical. BARLEY, R. H.: A. English Expression. BIDSTRUP, I. S.: A. General Maths, B. Biology, B. Chemistry, B. Physics. CARTER, M. M.: B. Australian History. CASSIDY, P. A.: A. English Expression, A. English Literature, A. Economics,. B. Australian History. COLLINS, M. R.: B. English Expression. EMMETT, P. J.: A. Chemistry, A. Physics, B. Applied Maths. ERWIN, R. E.: B. Biology. EVERETT, P. W.: A. General Maths, A. Biology, A. Chemistry, A. Physics, B. English Expression. FENNER, B. T.: A. General Maths, B. French, B. Classical Civilization. FORSYTH, R. K.: A. Chemistry, B. General Maths. GILLETT, S. M.: B. Biology, B. Physics. GRAY-THOMPSON, M.: A. Biology, B. General Maths. HALL, R. J. : A. English Expression, B. English Literature, B. Eighteenth Century History. HENSHAW, J. K.: A. General Maths, A. Biology, A. Chemistry, A. Physics, B. English Expression. HOLT, D. M.: A. English Expression. HOPE, J. A.: B. Geography, B. Australian History. HUNT, W. R.: B. Physics. JUBB, K. F.: B. General Maths, B. Biology. KELLY, M. J.: B. Australian History. KELSO, H. A.: A. English Expression, A. General Maths, A. Chemistry, A. Physics, B. Latin. LAIDLAW, J. D.: A. General Maths, A. Biology, A. Chemistry, A. Physics, B. English Expression. LINDROS, J. A.: A. Geography. LLEWELLYN, D. G.: B. Physics. MANN, E. E.: A. English Expression, A. Social Studies. McGUIRE, A. L.: B. Pure Maths. MITCHELLHILL, I. R.: B. English Expression, B. Biology, B. Economics. MITCHELL, L. W.: A Applied Maths, A. Chemistry, A. Physics, B. English Expression, B. Pure Maths. MYERS, N. J.: B. English Expression, B. Australian History. ONG, B.: B. English for Asian Students. OPIE, G. F.: A. English Expression, A . ' L a t i n , A. General Maths, B. Chemistry, B. Physics. PLUEKHAHN, D. J.: B. Biology. POWELL, B. G.: B. Economics. RICHARDSON, J. B.: B. English Expression, B. Classical Civilization. ROLLAND, J. W.: B. English Expression. ROSSON, S. W.: A. Physics, B. General Maths, B. Chemistry. SLOANE, S. J.: B. Eighteenth Century History. TREMBATH, D. E.: A. Applied Maths, A. Pure Maths, A. Chemistry, A. Physics. VINES, M. G.: A. Social Studies, B. Australian History. WALPOLE, R. P.: A. Physics, B. Applied Maths, B. Pure Maths, B. Chemistry. WILLIAMS, M. E.: A. Applied Maths, A. Pure Maths, A. Physics, B. Chemistry. WILLIAMS, R. K.: B. English Literature, B. Eighteenth Century History. WILLIAMS, W. M.: A. English Expression, A. Latin, A. General Maths, A. Chemistry, B. Physics. WILLIAMSON, D. A.: A. English Expression, A. General Maths, A. Chemistry, A. Physics, B. Latin.

The following students gained a D grading or higher: In Five Subjects — 'BACKWELL, D. I. 'BAIRD, A. J. *BIDSTRUP, I. S. 'BROWN, R. V. •CARTER, M. M. 'COLLINS, M. R. 'EVERETT, P. W. 'FENNER, B. T. 'FORD, R. L. 'FORSYTH, R. K. 'GILLETT, S. M. 'GRAY-THOMPSON, M. 'HALLS, R. J. 'HENSHAW, J. K. 'HOLT, D. M. 'HOPE J A. 'JUBB,' K. F. 'KELSO, H. A. 'LAIDLAW, J. D. 'LINDROS, J. A.

'LLEWELLYN, D. G. ' M A N N , S. E. C. 'MARENDAZ, J. L. "MITCHELLHILL, I. R. 'MITCHELL, L. W. *ONG, K. B. *OPIE, G. F. 'PETER, W. D. 'POWELL, B. G. 'RICHARDSON, J. B. 'ROSSON, S. W. 'SPRATT, W. 'STOREY, A. R. 'TREMBATH, D. E. 'WALPOLE, R. P. 'WILLIAMS, M. E. 'WILLIAMS, R. K. 'WILLIAMS, W. M. 'WILLIAMSON, D. A.

In Four Subjects — 'AMERY, C. E. 'BARLEY, R. H. 'CASSIDY, P. A. 'EMMETT, P. J. 'FAIRNIE, G. G. 'HARDING, J. L. In Three Subjects — 'COPPER, D. J. 'ERWIN, R. E. 'GRAHAM, N. G. 'JENKINS, R. J. 'MYERS, N. J.

'KELLY, M. J. 'McGUIRE, A. L. 'McKINDLAY, G. M. 'NELSON, P. J. 'PLUECKHAHN, D. J. 'SLOANE, S. J. PEARSON, L. W. 'POWELL, T. D. 'ROLLAND, J. W. 'TAYLOR, S. M.

In Two Subjects — DANIEL, N. D. REDPATH, W. R. HUNT, W. R. WALKER, L. A. 'Satisfied the University Entrance Requirements of the V.U.S.E.B. The following gained a Higher School Certificate in 1974 and a D grading or higher at the Higher School Certificate Examination in 1975: In Four Subjects — VINES, M. G.

BUSINESS STUDIES The following students gained a pass in the first year of the Certificate of Business Studies: In Eight Subjects — ANGELOVICH, A. In Seven Subjects — DUMARESQ, A. J. In Six Subjects — AMEZDROZ, P. R. In Five Subjects — DUNN, P. R. B. STONE, M. R. In Four Subjects — STEEL, I. A. In Two Subjects — MCKENZIE, A. G. C.

LEAVING The following students passed the Leaving examination internally: In Nine Subjects — VAN COOTEN, R. G. WHITESIDE, A. P. In Eight Subjects — ANDERSON, G. McG. HAZELDINE, I. M. BALLINGER, C. E. HINES, W. A. BELL, S. L. MATTHEWS, G. S. BROWNE, A. J. MORRISON, A. G. CAMERON, A. W. N. OSBORNE, D. C. ETHERTON, C. J. RICHARDSON, D. A. FALCONER, H. C. ROCKEFELLER, H. GEORGE, P. A. THOM, J. A. GREEN, J. L. VAN ENST, G. HARBISON, J. E. VINES, R. A. In Seven Subjects — ABRECHT, P. G. KEARNEY, I. J. BRACHER, T. T. KOMP, M. D. BRUHN, O. A. LANTZ, C. B. CARR, R. G. LEES, R. K. COMBEN, G. M. MACKAY, I. EVERIST, D. W. MARSHALLSEA, Susan J. FRY, R. C. SCHALLER, G. C. GARDINER, M. R. WALPOLE, T. A. JACKSON, D. C. WITCOMBE, G. F. In Six Subjects — - BICKERSTAFF, B. R. KELSO, M. K. CARR, Felicity J. LADE, M. H. W. COX, A. J. LAIDLAW, S. J. FABB, S. C. LAW, R. A. FAIRNIE, S. A. LEACH, M. P. D. GANT, J. D. MAGEE, W. R. GOLDING, S. S. NEWTON, M. S. HEALEY, S. R. PERKINS, M. J. HERM'STON, J. W. SEWELL, W. M. HOOKE, A. W. SLOANE, W. J. ISHERWOOD, D. J. TAYLOR, P. C. KAT, Ingrid WARLAND, A. W. KELSO, A. M. In Five Subjects — ANDERSON, I. H. MOULD, A. L. BATH, P. J. MURRAY, P. J. BROWN, A. J. QUIGLEY, Michelle L. COCK, H. L RAU, R. R. DIXON, M. R. SCHOFiELD, Julie L. DOUGLAS, G. A. THOMSON, D. A. R. LEACH, Sarah E. M. WINDMILL, R. J. LYLE, B. I. A. In Four Subjects — CHAMPION, R. E. MacLEOD, J. DANIEL, J. L. W. MALTBY, C. J. GRAHAM, N. J. PEARSON, G. M. HUTTON, J. A. SOLOMON, P. L. INGLES, Catriona THOMPSON, G. N. KING, G. D. R. TRICKEY, H. L. LAIDLAW, M. R. In Three Subjects — BERRYMAN, S. J. MULLIGAN, T. A. CAMERON, H. J. McL. PEERMAN, A. A. CARROLL, P. N. C. SCOTT, H. M. GUBB'NS, A. S. STOIOS, G. MOUNTJOY, O. R. VAN SOMEREN, G. J. In Two Subjects — BUHOT, N. R. IRESON, M. C. CONTE, A. A. OLLIFF, J. D. DORRINGTON, G. J. WISHART, A. R. FULTON, M. R.

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In One Subject — BOLTON, P. G. BRIDGES, G. R. CHIARENZA, C. COLLINS, N. T. CURRELL, T. I. G'BSON, P. M. GUYETT, I. R. JONES, D. J. LEGGE, J. H.

MANNING, R. J. MOORE, R. S. H. NELSON, C. S. PEARCE, D. C. PHiL'P, M. D. PEVIE, C. H. TEBB, G. K. WALKER, R. J. WAUGH, A. J.

TECHNICAL EXAMINATIONS The following passed the Leaving Technical Examination: In Six Subjects — JONES, D. J. LEGGE, J. H. NELSON, C. S. STEEL, G. G. In Five Subjects — GIBSON, P. M. PEARCE, D. G. In Four Subjects — BRIDGES, G. R. COLLINS, N. T. CURRELL, T. I. In Three Subjects — BERRYMAN, S. J. CAMERON, H. J. McL. DANIEL, J. L. W. FULTON, M. R. GUBBINS, A. S. In Two buojects — ANDERSON, I. H. BOLTON, P. G. BUHOT, N. R. HUTTON, J. A. LAIDLAW, M. R. MALTBY, C. J. In One Subject — BATH, P. J. BICKERSTAFF, B. R. CHAMPION, R. E. COCK, H. L. COX, A. J. -DIXON, M. R. DORRINGTON, G. J. GRAHAM, N. J. HERMISTON, J. W. KELSO, M. K. KING, G. D. R. LEACH, M. P. D. LEES, R. K.

WALKER, R. J. WAUGH, A. J. WISHART, A. R.

TEBB, G. K.

OLLIFF, J. D. PHILIP, M. D.

IRESON, M. C. MANNING, R. J. MOORE, R. S. H. MULLIGAN, T. A. SCOTT, H. M. PEERMAN, A. A. REVIE, C. H. STOIOS, G. TRICKEY, H. L. WARLAND, A. W. WINDMILL, R. J. LYLE, B. I. A. MAGEE, W. R. MOULD, A. L. MOUNTJOY, O. R. MURRAY, P. J. PEARSON, G. M. QUIGLEY, Michelle L. RAU, R. R. SCHOFIELD, Julie L. SLOANE, W. J. SOLOMON, P. L. THOMPSON, G. N. THOMSON, D. A. R.

THE GEELONG COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR 1976 James Boyd Scholarships: CARR, D. J. LESTER, C. A. LAMB'E, J. WILSON, E. A. RAWSON, A. S. S'ETSMA, A. A. WHITE, M. A. NELSON, J. E. Norman Murray Scholarship: SMIT, W. J. John Bell Armstrong Scholarship: ELDRIDGE, B. J. Harold James Thorogood Scholarships: READ, T. R. KAT, C. H. ALLEN, G. R. HARGREAVES, S. A. Margaret E. Venters Scholarships: EDDY, Susan D. TARR, D. J. Junior Government Scholarships: ALLEN, G. R. KIRBY, P. J. CARR, N. L. LAIDLAW, D. W. COLEMAN, Mary-Rose R. LE DEUX, A. J. CREAGH, R. N. LONGFIELO, A. D. DENNIS, Elizabeth A. LYALL, A. G. DOUGLAS, J. M. MACLEOD, I. C. EDGAR, Victoria M. NELSON, D. J. FIELDING, T. S. NELSON, S. T. HAUENSTEIN, A. J. READ, T. R. INGLIS, A. C. STEEN, D. C. JEWELL, P. A. THOMS, C. M. KENT-HUGHES, Carolyn THOMSON, D. C. Scholarships to University Colleges: Ormond College — Major: Minor: KELSO, H. A. AMERY, C. E. WILLIAMS, W. M. EVERETT, P. W. WILLIAMSON, D. A. HENSHAW, J. K. Whitley College — LAIDLAW, J. D. WILLIAMS, M. E.

MITCHELL, L. P. TREMBATH, Debra E.

St. Hilda's College — OPIE, Gillian E. Education Department Studentships and Scholarships: AMERY, C. E. MITCHELHILL, I. R. BACKWELL, D. I. NELSON, P. J. FENNER, B. T. PLEUCKHAHN, D. J. FORD, R. L. TAYLOR, S. M. HOLT, D. M. TREMBATH, Debra E. MANN, S. E. C.

SPECIAL PRIZES "The A. T. Andrews Memorial Prize" for Mathematics and Science in the Vlth Form: Also Merit in English: D. A. Williamson. "The Brian Lester Prize" for Mathematics: C. E. Amery. Science Essay Prize (presented by A. Austin Gray, Esq.): R. G. Van Cooten and J. A. Thorn. 'B. R. Keith Modern Language Prize": B. Ong. "The E. R. Scott Prize" for best instrumentalist: D. I. Backwell. Music Prize: H. C. Falconer. Drama Prize: R. J. Halls and J. S. Sloane. "The Pegasus Prize": T. T. Bracher. "The Norman Atkins Memorial Choir Prize": M. G. Vines. "The Harry Hooper Agricultural Science Prize": G. M. McKindlay. "The Alexander Coto Memorial Prize": "The John Coto Memorial Prize": Two prizes for students unplaced in the Form Prize List who have worked consistenly: A. J. Baird, I. S. Bidstrup. "The Hobday Prize": For a student in the Vlth Form who has won no other prize, in recognition of overall service to the College Community: R. V. Brown. "The Stanley Calvert Memorial Prize" for Debating: B. T. Fenner. "The James Fraser Sutherland Memorial Prize" for Craftsmanship: R. V. Brown. "The Robert Gillespie Prizes" for Scripture: Junior: P. R. Pickering, Helene M. Cameron. Senior: T. T. Bracher. The Library Prize: M. Gray-Thompson. Classical Association of Victoria Greek Reading Competition: First Prize: W. M. Williams. 'The G. Logie Smith Shield" for Inter-House Music Competition: McArthur House Conductor: M. E. Williams. "The Fen and Roy Pillow Bursary, incorporating the A. K. H. Thompson Bursary" for a Vth Former returning next year, of sound academic merit and a member of a first P.S. Team: J. E. Harbison. "The Dr. Gus Kearney Memorial Prize" for all-round ability and service to the College: W. M. Williams. The Headmaster's Prize: B. T. Fenner. Dux of the College, 1975. Presented by the President of the Old Geelong Collegians' Association, 1975, F. W. Elliott, Esq.: D. A. Williamson, H. A. Kelso (equal).

SPECIAL PRIZES "The F. R. Quick Football Trophy" for the best footballer of the year (presented by Mrs. F. R. Quick): P. J. Nelson. "The T. K. Maltby Memorial Trophy" for the best cricketer of the year: P. J. Nelson. "The W. H. Hill Memorial Cricket Trophy" for all round performance: D. M. Holt. "The J. C. Cunningham Memorial Trophy" for Open Shot Put: W. M. I. Robertson. "The Nigel Boyes Trophy" for field games and hurdles: S. M. Taylor. "The K. W. Nicolson Trophy" awarded to the most successful team in Inter-School Cricket Competition: 1st XI Team Captain: P. J. Nelson. Under 15A Team Captain: P. D. Strachan. "The V. H. Proffitt Cup" awarded to the most successful team in the Inter-School Football Competition: Under 16B XVIII Team Captain: R. A. Stevenson. "The D. D. Davey Trophy" presented by D. Humphrys Esq., awarded to the most successful Hockey Team in the InterSchool Competition: 1st XI Team Captain: R. H. Barley. Best and Fairest C Grade Baseballer in the Geelong Baseball Association: M. G. Vines. Shield" for the most successful crew in the " D . B. Ramage Head of the River Regatta. Donated by the 1975 1st VIII: 3rd VIII — Stroke: J. A. Hutton.

The "T. S. Hawkes Memorial Prize" to the top Form V student: A. W. N. Cameron. For excellent performance in the Sciences: J. A. Thorn H. C. Rockefeller R. G. Van Cooten For excellence performance in Humanities: T. T. Bracher Michelle L. Quigley P. J. Taylor. For excellent perofrmance in Technical subjects: A. J. Waugh.

FORM VI H. A. Kelso: Merit in Physics, General Mathematics, Chemistry, Latin, English. J. D. Laidlaw: Merit in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English. D. M. Holt: Merit in Economics, Social Studies, Australian History. L. W. Mitchell: Merit in Pure and Applied Mathematics. J. K. Kenshaw: Merit in Biology, General Mathematics. R. K. Williams: Merit in 18th Century History, English Literature. P. A. Cassidy: Merit in Australian History, English. R. J. Halls: Merit in English Literature, 18th Century History. W. M. Williams: Merit in Latin, General Mathematics. J. S. Sloane: Merit in Art. A. Angelovich: Merit in Business Studies. Debra E. Trembath: Merit in Mathematics, Chemistry.

INTER - HOUSE COMPETITION "The Nigel Boyes Memorial Cup" for Athletics: Wettenhall House Team Captain: P. J. Emmett. "The A. T. Tait Trophy" for Cricket: Calvert House Team Captain: D. M. Holt. "The F. R. Quick Memorial Cup" for Football: Wettenhall House Team Captain: P. J. Emmett. 'The Henry Young Memorial C u p " for Rowing: Wettenhall House Srtoke: I. A. Steel. "The A. D. F. Griffiti.s C u p " for Swiming (presented by the Western District Branch of the O.G.C.A.): Calvert House Team Captain: D. M. Gubbins (left). House Captain: W. M. Williams. 'The F. W. Roland C u p " for Tennis: McArthur House Captain of Tennis: W. Spratt. Hockey — House Competition (Trophy donated by the 1st XI, 1973: House "TheWettenhall S. B. Hamilton-Calvert Cup" for the winner of the Team Captain: J. D. Laidlaw. Inter-House Competition: Wettenhall House House Captain: P. J. Emmett.

SPORTING PRIZES Under 14 Swimming Championship: 1. R. J. Millard 2. R. N. Payne Under 15 Swimming Championship: 1. S. M. Hocking 2. S. A. Schaller, C. R. Powell (equal). Under 16 Swimming Championship: 1. R. M. Kelso 2. P. L. Solomon, D. L. Millard (equal). Open Swimming Championship: 1. R. K. Forsyth 2. R. L. Ford, P. V. Millard (equal). Under 15 Athletic Championship ("The Athol J. Wilson C u p ' ) : 1. A. R. Walpole 2. C. G. Bracher Under 16 Athletic Championship ("The G. W. C. Ewan Trophy"): 1. R. S. McLean 2. D. M. Lindros Under 17 Athletic Championship ("The J. H. Campbell Trophy"): 1. J. E. Harbison 2. T. T. Bracher Open Athletics Championship:' ("The Geelong College Cup"): 1. H . A . K e l s o ("The Norman Morrison Cup"): 2. I. R. Guyett Girls' Junior Athletics Championship: 1. Sally L.Wood 2. Sally A. G. Carruthers Girls' Senior Athletics Championship: 1. Sarah E. M. Leach 2. Susan J. Marshallsea Under 15 Tennis Championship: Doubles 1. D. A. Mortimer, P. D. Rau. Singles 1. D. A. Mortimer 2. P. D. Rau Open Tennis Championship: Doubles 1. G. F. Witcombe, J. McLeod. 2. P. R. Amezdroz, L. A. Walker. Singles ("The T. S. Hawkes Memorial Cup") 1. G. F. Witcombe 2. J. McLeod

ACADEMIC FORM PRIZES FORM V

RECORD TROPHIES Presented to students who equal or break existing records: SWIMMING: (Presented by the late Athol J. Wilson, Esq.) Open 50 Metres Breast Stroke: R. L. Ford, 35.1 sees. Open 50 Metres Butterfly Stroke: R. K. Forsyth, 30.7 sees. Open Individual Medley: R. L. Ford, 1 min. 55.5 sees. ATHLETICS: Under 17 1500 Metres: J. E. Harbson, 4 mins., 14.5 sees. Under 17 High Jump: R. M. Kelso, 6'0 3 /4". Open 200 Metres: I. R. Guyatt, 22.5 sees, (equal record). Open Triple Jump: S. M. Taylor, 43'3".

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VALETE 1975 SENIOR SCHOOL FORM VI AMERY, C. E. (1972) — C o l e s : H.S.C. 1975 (4 subjects), T e c h n i c a l Leaving Certificate 1974 (7 subjects); C o m m o n w e a l t h Scholarship 1974, James Boyd S c h o l a r s h i p 1972, Distinctions in Pure Maths, Physics and Chemistry, Merit 1974; H.O.G. C o u n c i l 1974, Social Service Representative 1974; First Baseball Team 1975. A M E Z D R O Z , P. R. (1972) — W a r r i n n : Certificate of Business Studies 1975 (6 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (3 subjects); Entrance Scholarship 1972; Football C o m m i t t e e 1975; First Tennis Team 1974, S c h o o l Colours 1974; Athletics Team 1974-5, S c h o o l Colours 1975; 1st XVIII 1974-5, School Colours 1974-5.

LAIDLAW, J. D. (1970) — W e t t e n h a l l : School Prefect 1975; H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (7 subjects); Distinction for General Excellence, Biology, General Mathematics and Physics 1975; Junior Government Scholarship 1 9 7 1 , C o m m o n w e a l t h Secondary Scholarship 1973, Dux Form V 1974; Drum Major Pipe Band 1973-5; Boarding Prefect 1975; First Hockey Team 1975, School Colours 1975; R.S.M. LINDROS, J. A. (1970) — S h a n n o n : School Prefect 1975; H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (5 subjects); House Captain 1975; Generals Games C o m m i t t e e ; Athletics Team 1974-5, Vice-Captain 1975, S c h o o l Colours 1974-5, First Hockey Team 1974-5, Vice-Captain 1975, School Colours 1975.

A N G E L O V I C H , A. (1972) — Calvert: Certificate of Business Studies 1975 (8 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (6 subjects); Business Studies Prize 1975.

L L E W E L L Y N , D. G. M. (1963) — Calvert: H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (6 s u b j e c t s ) ; C o m m o n w e a l t h Junior Scholarship 1971, C o m m o n w e a l t h Secondary Scholarship 1973.

B A C K W E L L , D. I. (1963) — Shannon: H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (4 subjects); Music Prizes 1971.

M A N N , S. E. C. (1970) — C a l v e r t : H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (5 subjects); Distinction in Social Studies 1975, Junior C o m m o n w e a l t h Scholarsip 1 9 7 1 ; Social Service 1975; First Baseball Team 1974-5, School Colours 1975, Sgt.

BAIRD, A. J. (1971) — S h a n n o n : H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (5 subjects); Scripture Prize 1972, Merit in Australian History 1975. BIDSTRUP, I. S. (1971) — W e t t e n h a l l : H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects), T e c h n i c a l Leaving Certificate 1974 (7 subjects); C o m m o n w e a l t h Secondary Scholarship 1973, Junior Government Scholarship 1 9 7 1 ; H.O.G. C o u n c i l 1974.

MARENDAZ, J. L. (1970) — Calvert: H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (5 s u b j e c t s ) ; House Prefect 1975; First Baseball Team 1975; 1st XI 1975, School Colours 1975; Sgt.

B R O W N , C. G. (1972) — M c A r t h u r : Leaving Certificate 1974 (4 subjects); Junior Government Scholarship 1 9 7 1 ; House Prefect 1975; Athletics Team 1975; 1st XVIII 1975; S w i m m i n g T e a m 1975.

McGUIRE, A. L. (1972) — Wettenhall: H.S.C. 1975 (4 subjects); Leaving Certificate 1974 (7 subjects); C o m m o n w e a l t h Secondary Scholarship 1973; Sgt.

B R O W N , R. V. (1970) — C o l e s : H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1975 (6 s u b j e c t s ) ; C o m m o n w e a l t h Secondary Scholarship 1973; Sub Warden of H.O.G. 1975, Member of H.O.G. Council 1974-5, Library Council 1975, Sgt.

M c K E N Z l E , A. G. C. (1970) — W e t t e n h a l l : Certificate of Business Studies 1975 (2 subjects), T e c h n i c a l Leaving Certificate 1974 (3 subjects); First Baseball Team 1975.

CARTER, M. M. (1969) — Shannon: H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects). Leaving Certificate 1974 (4 subjects); Junior C o m m o n w e a l t h Scholarship 1 9 7 1 ; First Baseball Team 1975.

McKINDLAY, G. M. (1970) — C o l e s : H . S . C 1975 (4 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (6 subjects); House Prefect 1975.

CASSIDY, P. A. (1969) — M o r r i s o n : School Prefect 1975; H.S.C. 1975 (4 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (5 subjects); Junior C o m m o n w e a l t h Scholarship 1971, C o m m o n w e a l t h Secondary Scholarship 1973; Social Service Committee 1975, Pegasus Committee 1974, Rowing Committee 1975; First Hockey Team 1974-5, S c h o o l Colours 1975; 1st VIII 1974-5, Honours 1975, School Colours 1974-5.

MITCHELHILL, I. R. (1969) — Wettenhall: H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (6 subjects); Junior Government Scholarship 1 9 7 1 ; House Prefect 1975; S.R.C. 1973; General Games Committee 1975; First Baseball Team 1972-5, School Colours 1975; First XI 1975, School Colours 1975. MITCHELL, L. W. (1970) — M o r r i s o n : H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects), T e c h n i c a l Leaving Certificate 1974 (7 subjects); Junior C o m m o n w e a l t h Scholarships 1971, Senior C o m m o n w e a l t h S c h o l a r s h i p 1973, The James H. Boyd Memorial S c h o l a r s h i p ; Library C o u n c i l 1975; Music C o m m i t t e e ; Hockey C o m m i t t e e ; First Hockey Team 1974-75, Honours 1975, School Colours 1975; C.U.O.

DANIEL, N. D. B. (1970) — S h a n n o n : H.S.C. 1975 (2 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (6 subjects); Outward Bound Scholarship 1974. DUMARESQ, A. J. (1972) — Coles: Certificate of Business Studies 1975, Leaving Certificate 1974 (5 subjects); First XVIII 1975. DUNN, P. R. B. (1972) — M o r r i s o n : Cerificate of Business Studies 1975 (5 subjects), T e c h n i c a l Certificate 1974 (4 subjects); General Games Committee 1975; Library C o u n c i l 1975; First Baseball Team 1975.

MYERS, N. J. (1969) — C a l v e r t : School Prefect 1974-5; H.S.C. 1975 (3 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1973 (5 subjects); C o m m o n w e a l t h Senior Secondary Scholarship 1972, Junior C o m m o n w e a l t h Scholarship 1970; H.S.C. Music Prize 1974; House Captain 1974; Music Committee 1974-5; 1st VIII 1974-5, Honours 1975, School Colours 1974-5; C.U.O.

EMMETT, P. J. (1973) — W e t t e n h a l l : H.S.C. 1975 (4 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (7 subjects); Junior Government Scholarship 1 9 7 1 ; House Captain 1975; General Games Committee 1975; Athletics T e a m 1974-5, School Colours; First XVIII 1974-5, School Colours 1974-5.

NELSON, P. J. (1973) — M o r r i s o n : S c h o o l Prefect 1975; H.S.C. 1975 (4 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (6 subjects); Junior Government Scholarship 1971, C o m m o n w e a l t h Secondary Scholarship 1973, W. A. Taylor Scholarship 1974-5; W. H. Hilly Memorial Prize 1974; House Captain 1975; General Games Committee 1975, Associated Sports Secretary 1975; First Baseball Team 1975; 1st XI 1974-5, Captain 1975, School Colours 1974-5; 1st XVIII 1973-5, Captain 1975, Honours 1975, S c h o o l Colours 1973-5.

ERWIN, R. E. (1972) — M o r r i s o n : H.S.C. 1975 (3 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (7 subjects); James H. Boyd Memorial Scholarship 1971, Junior Government Scholarship 1971, Senior C o m m o n w e a l t h Scholarship 1973. EVERETT, P. W. (1972) — Coles: H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (7 subjects); Senior Government Scholarship 1974; H.O.G. Council 1974. FAIRNIE, G. G. (1970) — WettenhalL H.S.C. 1975 (4 subjects); Leaving Certificate 1974 (6 subjects); Library Prize 1974; Library C o u n c i l 1975; First XVIII 1974-5; Rowing First VIM 1975, School Colours.

O N G , B. (1973) — M c A r t h u r : H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (7 subjects); James Boyd Scholarship 1974; Form 5 Indonesian Prize 1974; House Prefect 1975; Social Service Committee 1974-5; Library C o u n c i l 1975.

FENNER, B. T. (1970) — M c A r t h u r : S c h o o l Captain 1975; H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (7 subjects); James Boyd Scholarship 1970, Harold James T h o r o g o o d Scholarship 1971, Junior Government Scholarship 1 9 7 1 , C o m m o n w e a l t h Secondary Scholarship 1973; Henry Purnell Memorial Prize 1971, French and Western Civilization Prize 1974, I'Alliance Francais Prize 1972; Pipe Band 1972-5; General Games Committee 1975, Community Planning Group 1975, Social Service Committee 1975, Music Committee 1975; 1st XVIII 1975, School Colours 1975; Vice-Captain of Boats 1975, School Colours 1975.

OPIE, G. F. (1975) — M o r r i s o n : H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects). PEARSON, C. W. (1972) — C o l e s : H.S.C. 1975 (3 s u b j e c t s ) ; Leaving Certificate 1974 (5 subjects); House Prefect 1975; H.O.G. Committee 1975. PETER, W. D. (1970) — M o r r i s o n : H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (6 subjects); Senior Secondary Commonwealth Scholarship 1973; Distinction in History and Geography 1974; 1st XVIII 1974-5, S c h o o l Colours 1975. P L E U C K H A H N , D. J. (1972) — McArthur: H.S.C. 1975 (4 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (5 subjects).

FORD, R. L. (1972) — M c A r t h u r : H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (4 subjects); Vice-Captain of S w i m m i n g 1974-5; S w i m m i n g Team 1973-5, School Colours 1974-5.

POWELL, B. G. (1970) — S h a n n o n : H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (6 subjects), First Baseball Team 1975.

FORSYTH, R. K. (1973) — M o r r i s o n : H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (4 subjects); Junior C o m m o n w e a l t h Scholarship 1971, Secondary C o m m o n w e a l t h Scholarship 1973; S w i m m i n g Team 1974-5, School Colours 1974-5.

POWELL, T. D. (1975) — M o r r i s o n : H.S.C. 1975 (3 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (6 subjects); House Prefect 1975; Library C o u n c i l 1975; S.R.C.

GILLETT, S. M. (1963) — S h a n n o n : H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (6 subjects); Junior Government Scholarship 1 9 7 1 ; Rowing Committee 1975, Athletics Team 1974; 1st VIII 1975, Honours 1975, School Colours 1975.

RICHARDSON, J. B. (1968) — M o r r i s o n : H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (6 subjects); Junior Commonwealth Scholarship 1971, Senior C o m m o n w e a l t h S c h o l a r s h i p 1973; Library C o u n c i l 1975; S.R.C.

REDPATH, W. R. (1963) — S h a n n o n : H.S.C. 1975 (2 subjects), T e c h n i c a l Leaving Certificate (6 subjects).

G R A H A M . N. G. (1970) — Coles: H.S.C. 1975 (3 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (6 subjects); House Prefect 1975; 1st XVIII 1975, School Colours 1975.

ROBERTSON, W. M. I. (1973) — Wettenhall: T e c h n i c a l Leaving Certificate 1974 (4 subjects), Athletics Team 1974-5, School Colours 1973; 1st VIII 1975, Honours 1975, School Colours 1975.

G R A Y - T H O M P S O N , M. (1963) — Calvert: H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects), Technical Leaving Certificate 1974 (7 subjects); Pillow T h o m p s o n Bursary 1974, C o m m o n w e a l t h Secondary Scholarship 1973, Junior C o m m o n w e a l t h Scholarship 1971, Creative Writing Prize 1 9 7 1 ; House Prefect 1975; Chairman of Lobrary Council 1975, Library Committee 1972-4, S.R.C. I972-3; First Hockey Team 1973-5, School Colours 1975.

ROLLAND, J. W. R. (1973) — Wettenhall: H.S.C. 1975 (3 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (4 subjects). ROSSON, S. W. (1963) — C a l v e r t : H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (6 subjects): Merit in Physics 1974, Merit in Chemistry 1974.

HALLS, R. J.. (1974) — Shannon: H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects), Leaving 1974 (6 subjects); Junior Government Scholarship 1971, Secondary C o m m o n w e a l t h Scholarship 1973. Merit in Geography and English 1974, Literature Prize 1975, Drama Prize 1975; Secretary Library Council 1975.

SLOANE, S. T. (1970) — W a r r i n n : H.S.C. 1975 (4 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (5 subjects); Merit in Art 1974-5; Drama Prize 1975; Rowing Committee 1975; First Hockey 1975; 1st VIII 1975, Honours 1975.

HARDING. J. L. (1971) — Wettenhall: H.S.C. 1975 (4 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1973 (4 subjects); House Prefect 1974; S.R.C. 1971-2-5; Social Service 1975; First Baseball Team 1972-5, School Colours 1975; Sgt.

SPRATT, W. (1972) — M c A r t h u r : H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (7 subjects); Secondary School Scholarship 1972; The John Coto Memorial Prize 1974; Tennis Committee 1974-5; S.R.C. 1975; First Tennis Team 1974-5, S c h o o l Colours 1974; Sgt. STEEL, I. A. (1970) — W e t t e n h a l l : Certificate of Business Studies 1975 (4 subjects), Technical Leaving Certificate 1974 (6 subjects); House Prefect 1975; 1st VIII 1974-5, Captain of Boats 1975, Honours 1975, S c h o o l Colours 1974-5. STOIOS, G. (1973) — M o r r i s o n : 1st XVIII 1975, Football House Colours. STONE, M. R. (1972) — W a r r i n n : Certificate of Business Studies 1975 (5 subjects), T e c h n i c a l Leaving Certificate 1974 (5 subjects). STOREY, A. R. (1973) — Wettenhall: School Prefect 1974-5; H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects), Technical Leaving Certificate 1973 (6 subjects); House Captain 1974, House Prefect 1975; General Games Committee 1974; Athletics Team 1974; 1st XVIII 1975; S w i m m i n g Team 1974-5, School Colours 1975. TAYLOR, S. M. (1974) — S h a n n o n : H.S.C. 1975 (3 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (6 subjects); House Prefect 1975; Athletics Team 1974-5, School Colours 1974; 1st XI 1975, S c h o o l Colours 1975; 1st XVIII 1974-5, Honours 1975, S c h o o l Colours 1974-5.

HENSHAW. J. K. (1972) — McArthur: H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (7 subjects); Junior Government Scholarship 1971, Commonwealth Secondary Scholarship 1973; Distinction for Generals Maths and Biology 1975. HOLT. D. M. (1969) — C a l v e r t : School Prefect 1975: H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (6 subjects); Merit in Economics and English 1974, Secondary Commonwealth Scholarship 1973; House Prefect 1975; Vice-Captain of Cricket. 1st XVIII Committee; General Games C o m m i t t e e ; Athletics Team 1974, 1st XI 1974-5. School Colours 1974-5; 1st XVIII 1974-5. School Colours 1974-5. HOPE. J. A. ( 1 9 7 0 ) — Warrinn: H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects). Technical Leaving Certificate 1974 (6 subjects); Farquhar Duncan and Flora M a c D o n a l d Scholarship 1974, H O G . Secretary 1975. HUNT. W. R. ( 1 9 7 3 ) — Calvert: H.S.C. 1975 (2 subjects). Leaving Certificate 1973 (3 subjects). JENKINS. R. J. (1971) — McArthur: H.S.C. 1975 (3 subjects). Technical Leaving Certificate 1974 (5 subjects).

T R E M B A T H , E. E. (1975) — M o r r i s o n : H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects).

KELLY. M. J. (1973) — M o r r i s o n : H.S.C. 1975 (4 subjects). Leaving Certificate 1974 (5 subjects); Junior Government Scholarship 1 9 7 1 ; House Prefect 1975; 1st XVIII 1975. School C o l o u i s 1975.

VINES, M. G. (1969) — S h a n n o n : School Prefect 1975; H.S.C. (1975 (4 subjects), Leaving 1973 (5 subjects), C o m m o n w e a l t h Scholarship 1972; History of Western Civilization Prize 1973; Australian History and Classical Civilization Prize 1974; House Prefect 1974-5; Music Committee 1975; 1st XI Committee 1975; First Baseball Team 1974-5, S c h o o l Colours 1975; 1st XI 1974-5, School Colours 1974-5; Sgt.

KELSO. H. A. (1962) — C a l v e r t : School Prefect 1975; H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects). Leaving Certificate 1974 (7 subjects); Distinction for General Excellence and General Mathematics. Merit in English, Maths I, Maths II. Physics. Chemistry, Latin 1974; Commonwealth Secondary Scholarship 1973: Geelong College Cup 1974; J. H. Campbell Trophy 1973; House Prefect 1975: Athletics Team 1973-5, Captain 1975. School Colours 1973-5; Cross Country Team 1974-5, Captain 1974-5. School Colours 1975.

WALKER, C. A. (1970) — Wettenhall: H.S.C. 1975 (2 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1973 (6 subjects); First Tennis Team 1974, S c h o o l Colours 1974, 1st XI 1975, School Colours 1975.

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WALPOLE, R. D. (1970) — Wettenhall: H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects), T e c h n i c a l Leaving Certificate 1974 (7 subjects); Howard Hitchcock S c h o l a r s h i p ; Music Committee 1975, G.C. Pipe Band 1973-4, H.O.G. Council 1974; Athletics Committee 1975; Athletics Team 1973-5, School Colours 1974-5; 1st XI 1975; Cross Country Team 1974-5. WILLIAMS, M. E. (1968) — McArthur: School Prefect 1975; H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (7 subjects); C o m m o n w e a l t h Secondary Scholarship 1973, Junior Government Scholarship 1 9 7 1 ; House Captain 1975; General Games Committee 1975; First Hockey Team 1974-5, School Colours 1975. W I L L I A M S , R. K. (1972) — M c A r t h u r : H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (6 subjects); Junior Government Scholarship 1 9 7 1 , C o m m o n w e a l t h Secondary Scholarship 1973; Merit in History 1974; House Prefect 1975; Cross Country Team 1975. W I L L I A M S , W. M. (1963) — C a l v e r t : S c h o o l Prefect 1975; H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects), Technical Leaving Certificate 1974 (7 subjects); Junior Government Scholarship 1 9 7 1 , C o m m o n w e a l t h Secondary Scholarship 1973; Latin, Chemistry and English Prizes 1974; Victorian Classical Society Latin Reading 1974; Victorian Classical H.S.C. Greek Reading 1975; 1st XI 1975, School Colours 1975; 1st XVIII 1975, School Colours 1975. W I L L I A M S O N , D. A. (1969) — Calvert: H.S.C. 1975 (5 subjects), Leaving Certificate 1974 (7 subjects); C o m m o n w e a l t h Junior Scholarship 1971, C o m m o n w e a l t h Secondary Scholarship 1973; Form 5 Merits in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and History 1974; Distinctions in H.S.C, General Excellence in General Mathematics, Physics; Scorer for 1st XI 1975; First Baseball Team 1975. FORM V BERRYMAN, S. J. (1971) — W e t t e n h a l l : Leaving Certificate 1975 (5 s u b j e c t s ) ; First Tennis Team 1975. B O L T O N , P. C. (1971) — Calvert: T e c h n i c a l Leaving Certificate 1975 (3 subjects). BRIDGES, G. C. (1969) — Calvert: T e c h n i c a l Leaving Certificate 1975 (5 subjects). C A M E R O N , H. J. McL. (1971) — Coles: Leaving Certificate 1975 (5 s u b j e c t s ) ; H.O.G. Council 1975; First Tennis Team 1975. C A M P B E L L , A. J. (1974) — Wettenhall. CHIARENZA, C. (1974) — Calvert: T e c h n i c a l Leaving Certificate 1975 (1 subject). COLLINS, N. I. (1973) — Coles: T e c h n i c a l Leaving Certificate 1974 (5 subjects). CONTE, A. A. M. J. C. (1975) — S h a n n o n : Leaving Certificate 1975 (2 subjects). CURRELL, T. I. (1974) — Coles: T e c h n i c a l Leaving Certificate 1975 (5 subjects). DORRINGTON, G. J. (1970) — M o r r i s o n : Leaving Certificate 1975 (3 subjects). FAIRNIE, S. A. (1973) — S h a n n o n : Leaving Certificate 1975 (6 subjects). GIBSON, P. M. (1971) — Coles: Leaving Certificate 1975 (6 subjects). GUBBINS, A. S. (1971) — C a l v e r t : Leaving Certificate 1975 (6 subjects). INGLES, C. (1974) — M o r r i s o n . ISHERWOOD, D. J. (1974) — S h a n n o n : Leaving Certificate 1975 (6 subjects). JONES, D. J. (1964) — C a l v e r t : T e c h n i c a l Leaving Certificate 1975 (7 s u b j e c t s ) ; C.U.O. KENDAL, R. G. V. (1972) — Coles. LEGGE, J. M. (1968) — M c A r t h u r . MALTBY, C. J. (1966) — C a l v e r t : Leaving Certificate 1974 (6 subjects). MANNING, R. J. (1971) — S h a n n o n : T e c h n i c a l Leaving Certificate 1975 (4 subjects). MARTIN, T. R. A. (1975) — Morrison. MOORE, R. S. H. (1973) — M o r r i s o n : T e c h n i c a l Leaving Certificate 1975 (4 subjects). MOUNTJOY, O. R. (1970) — S h a n n o n : Leaving Certificate 1975 (4 subjects). NELSON, C. S. (1970) — C o l e s : T e c h n i c a l Leaving Certificate 1975 (7 subjects). PEARCE, D. C. (1970) — McArthur: T e c h n i c a l Leaving Certificate 1975 (6 subjects). PHILIP, M. D. (1970) — Coles: T e c h n i c a l Leaving Certificate 1975 (4 s u b j e c t s ) ; Rowing Committee 1975. SCOTT, H. M. (1968) — C o l e s : Leaving Certificate 1975 (5 subjects). STEEL, G. C. (1974) — Calvert: T e c h n i c a l Leaving Certificate 1975 (6 subjects). T E B B , G. K. (1974) — C o l e s : T e c h n i c a l Leaving Certificate 1975 (6 subjects). TETLEY, J. H. (1971) — Morrison. T H O M P S O N , G. N. (1975) — S h a n n o n : Leaving Certificate 1975 (5 subjects). TRICKEY, H. L. (1971) — M o r r i s o n : Leaving Certificate 1975 (6 subjects). VAN SOMERON, G. J. (1973) — M o r r i s o n : Leaving Certificate 1975 (3 subjects); First Baseball Team 1975. WHITESIDE, A. P. (1969) — Wettenhall: Leaving Certificate 1975 (9 s u b j e c t s ) ; Music Prize 1972; Junior Government Scholarship 1972. WISHART, A. R. (1971) — McArthur: T e c h n i c a l Leaving Certificate 1975 (8 subjects). GRADE 6 FORM IV DODD, S. J. (1974) — Morrison. FARMER, B. G. (1972) — Morrison. HARRISON, D. (1971) — Morrison. HENSHAW, D. B. (1972) — McArthur. MOURIKIS, S. (1972) — C a l v e r t .

FARMER, D. J. GRADE 4 BURNELL, B. R. LEE, B.

PATULLOCK, C. J. (1974) — Coles.

GRADE 3

PETER, T. C. (1972) — M o r r i s o n .

BURNELL, W. J.

ROBERTSON, T. R. R. (1974) — Coles.

HUME, M. D.

STEPHEN, P. E. (1974) — W e t t e n h a l l .

TRAYNER, D. R. R.

STRICKLAND, G. W. (1972) — Shannon.

TRAYNER, P. A. R.

VINCENT, W. H. (1971) — S h a n n o n .

WOODS, D. J.

FORM III

GRADE 1

ANDREW, M. C. (1973) — Coles.

HUME, G. A.

FELDTMAN, R. L. (1973) — Shannon. KRAUSE, A. R. (1974) — Coles. M a c D O N A L D , G. C. (1974) — M o r r i s o n . PAPAILIADIS, S. (1975) — M o r r i s o n . SHINNERS, C. J. (1973) — C o l e s . FORM II ZWAST, E. J. FORM I CHARTER, R. B. MILLER, C. W. RICHARDSON, R. J. WHELER, S. M.

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SALVETE FORM 6: COOK, Virginia E. R. CROSS, Jennifer J. DONALD, Susan M. GROVE, Katherine S. HOPE, Katherine E. LADD, P. J. MACAULEY, Michele L. MCKENZIE, Susan E.

NALL, Jennifer V. SPITTLE, Catherine L. SPRATT, Pamela TRACEY, Jane C. WHITE, Sandra M. WIELAND, Birgit WISHART, Bettina M.

FORM 5: BINDER, G. W. BRUMBY, Alexandra E. BUBB, Carey A. CAMPAGNOLO, Gina CASSIDY, Tamara A. CROWL, Sandra M. FERREIRA, Silvia M. G. GROVE, Vicki L. HARRISON, P. S. HEDDITCH, J. R. HUMPHREYS, R. W. JOHNS, Heather F. KING, Penelope J. LAW, Victoria G.

LEES, Robina M. McGLONE, Clare J. McKENZIE, A. J. MEW, D. P. MITCHELL, Julie E. MOCKRIDGE, Susan T. MOORE, Anne E. C. PERRY, Robyn L. PULLIN, Andrea M. S'MPSON, G. J. SMITH, C. W. WILD, M. P. ZIEMER, Anita

FORM 4: BARRETT, Jennifer K. BENSON, Rosslyn M. BLINCOE, Petrina J. BRIDGEWATER, Kim M. BRUMBY, Jillian S. CHAPMAN, T. R. COX, Elizabeth A. DAHLENBURG, C. J. DONALD, Joanne L. DOUGLAS, P. J. EMMFTT, S'lsanne M. FRANCE, Elizabeth A. FYFFE, R. A. GIBB, I. R. FORM 3: ABRAHMSEN, Wendy M. ANGELOVICH, N. BARRETT, Susan V. BACKWELL, Katherine J. BRIGHT, S. G. CAMPBELL, G. J. CLARK, A. W. COLES, R. K. CURRIE, Susan M. DADDS, Penelope A. DOUGLAS, S. F. DUFFIELD, P. A. GEORGE, Dianne M. GORDON, D. R. GREEN, Andrea H. HAY, Christine M. HENDERSON, Belinda R. HUTCHINSON, Rebecca J. JACKSON, A. J. KRASTiNS, K. A. LAVENDER, G. L.

WETTENHALL, G. R.

GRADE 1(a): CRAWFORD, R. J. CUDA, D. HUTCHINSON, T. M.

McKENZIE, D. S. McKEWAN, Anne N. SMITH, Kirsten M. P.

GRADE 1(b): APTED, B. R. ARMSTRONG, M. P. BELL, S. J. BLACK, J. P. BRUSSEL, P. A. CASEY, Simone Y. CURTIS, Nicole M. DONOVAN, Joanne E. DUFF, B. P. EPSTEIN, B. P. N. GEBHARDT, Anna M. GUSTKE, A. D.

HASE, A. J. McGLONE, Sarah C. McKEWAN, Anne N. NEAL, A. J. NELSON, M. J. ROLAND, J. S. H. ROYAL, C. L. SMITH, C. P. L. TARR, Katharine J. VAN HEESWYK, H. A. WATSON, Claire E. WOODS, A. C.

LESTER, C. A. LOGAN, Jennifer A. McCALL, D. J. MCDONALD, P. C. McFARLAND, Susan A. McKENDRICK, Lyndsay A. MCPHERSON, A. L. MARTIN, J. B. MORAN, D. D. MULLIGAN, Lindy J. NEELY, J. McC. NELSON, Janice E. PEARSON, C. J. PURNELL, Helen E. SIETSMA, A. A. SPITTLE, A. J. WELLAM, Tracey L. WIELAND, Susan C. W'LSON. E. Ann WOOD, C. A.

KING, J. P. MclNTYRE, S. C. PICKERING, Kathryn E. PIGDON, T. J. QUINTON, Kerry L. SELLWOOD, R. J. J.

FORM 1: ALDERTON, K. J. ARMYTAGE, R. A. ATKINSON, C. A. BARBY, D. J. BRANIGAN, M. S. CARR, D. J. CARTER, A. J. CRACKNELL, S. J. CRAWFORD, Elizabeth M. DAVIES, N. C. DINGEY, H. C. DOWNEY, G. A. ELDRIDGE, Bronwen J. FOO, M. Y. K. GEE, G. A. GEE, Jennifer R. GOLDING, S. J. GORDON, Sandra J. GORDON, Susan M. GRAHAM, R. J. GRANT, Jeanne E. GREEN, S. B. GROVE, Sally W. HALE, J. R. HARMAN, Linda M. HARRIS, L. B. HEATH, W. P. G. KERR, A. R. KING, T. J. LAMBIE, J. LAW, Rebecca J.

LE DEUX, F. C. LEWIS, Deborah H. LOMAS, Elizabeth A. LONGDEN, M. F. McKAY, A. G. MacKAY, D. MCLAREN, D. P. MANDER, I. G. MAY, D. I. MORAN, J. A. MORTIMER, C. J. MYERS, A. L. NELSON, Jennifer L. NOORDENNE, B. J. PARKER, J. C. PATSURIS, P. PUTLAND, R. J. RAWSON, A. S. SEATON, Katherine A. SHRIMPTON, W. D. SIDWELL, S. C. SKOGLUND, R. N. SMIT, W. J. F. THOMS, A. D. VINES, H. Louise WARREN, Lee A. WHELAN, D. J. WHITE, Melinda A. WILKS, Tracey A. W'LLIAMS, A. M. WILLSON, S. J.

GRADE 6: CALVERT, J. GREEVES, Kerryn M. HAY, M. C. KERLEY, Sarah M. T. LAMONT, D-. M. LAWRANCE, S. J. LEE, Tracey A.

LINDROS, Sally E. LOMAS, A. J. MALTBY, R. H. NOORDENNE, M. C. SUTCLIFFE, Selena A. TAVARIA, M. D. TREGURTHA, Elizabeth C.

GRADE 4: DENTON, R. GEBHARDT, N. P. HARVEY, Carolyn L. HENDERSON, Catherine M. HENDERSON, Helen M.

LESTER, S. B. SCOTT, Catriona M.

JEVONS, N. T. LEES, Amanda M. LEWIN, P. J. MANNING, Sally A. MONOTTI, S. S. PURNELL, Kathryn A. RAWSON, Lindy A. RICHARDSON, Elizabeth M. ROUSSEAUX, Felicity R. M. SCOTT, Fiona D. SELLECK, D. F. P. SUTCLIFFE, Rhonda A. TREGURTHA, D. A. VAN SOMEREN, Marie

FORM 2: BENSON, Leanne C. BLYTH, G. P. HARRIS, J. HAYDEN, D. M. HORNIBLOW, Jacqueline M. INGPEN, Susan J.

GRADE 5: CRAWFORD, Elizabeth M. DUNSTAN, Kristina H. HUTCHISON, I. R. A. KERLEY, Elizabeth A.

GEBHARDT, Sophie C. HENDERSON, C. J. GRADE 2: VAN HEESWYK, Yvonne M.

INGPEN, Sophie L. MURPHY, Gillian F. WARREN, Shelley M.

JEREMIAH, Anne L. KYLE, G. J. LAIRD, P. G. POTTER, D. W. VAN HEESWYK, Joranda M.

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THE GEELONG COLLEGE ROLL FORM VI Abrecht, P. G. Anderson, G. McG. Anderson, I. H. Ballinger, C. E. Barley, R. H. Bath, P. J. Bell, S. L. Bickerstaff, B. R. Bracher, T. T. Brown, A. J. Browne, A. J. Bruhn, O. A. Cameron, A. W. N. Carr, F. J. Carr, R. G. Champion, R. E. Cock, H. L. Comben, G. M. Cook, V. E. R. Cooper, D. J. Cox, A. J. Cross, J. J. Daniel, J. L. W. Dixon, M. R. Donald, S. M. Douglas, G. A. Etherton, C. J. Everist, D. W. Fabb, S. C. Falconer, H. C. Fry, R. C. Fulton, M. R. Gant, J. D. Gardiner, M. R. George, P. A. Golding, S. S. Graham, N. J. Green, J. L. Grove, K. S. Harbison, J. E. Hazeldine, I. M. Healey, S. R. Hermiston, J. W. Hines, W. A. Hodgins, I. P. Holzgrefe, J. L. Hooke, A. W. Hope, K. E. Hutton, J. A. Ingles, C. Ireson, M. C. Jackson, D. C. Jubb, T. F. Kat, I. C. Kearney, I. J. Kelso, A. M. Kelso, M. K. King, G. D. R. Komp, M. D. Ladd, P. J. Lade, M. H. W. Laidlaw, M. R. Laidlaw, S. J. Lantz, C. B. Law, R. A. Leach, M. P. D. Leach, S. E. M. Lees, R. K. Lyle, B. I. A. Macauley, M. L. Mackay, I. McKenzie, S. E. Magee, W. R. Marshallsea, S. J. Matthews, G. S. Millard, P. V. Morrison, A. G. Mould, A. L. Mulligan, T. A. Murray, P. J. Nail, J. V. Newton, M. S. Olliff, J. D. Osborne, D. C. Pearson, G. M. Peerman, A. A. Perkins, M. J. Philip, M. D. Quigley, M. L. Rau, R. R. Richardson, D. A. Rockefeller, H. C. Schaller, G. C. Schofield, J. L. Sewell, W. N. Sloane, W. J. Solomon, P. L. Spittle, C. L. Spratt, P. Steel, G. G. Taylor, P. C. Thorn, J. A. Thomson, D. A. R. Tracey, J. C. Van Cooten, R. G. Van Enst, G. Vines, R. A. Walpole, T: A. Warland, A. N. Waugh, A. J. White, S. M. Wieland, B. Windmill, R. J. Wishart, B. M. Witcombe, G. F.

FORM V Adcock, S. A. H. Alderton, K. A. Altmann, M. L. Amezdroz, B. A. Barclay, M. J. Bath, D. T. Beckingsale, J. B. Bell, A. A. Bell. P. L.

Bennett, R. A. Bidstrup. D. E. Binder, G. W. Bishop, P. G. Bowman, H. J. Brown, P. G. Brumby, A. E. Bubb, C. A. Buhot, N. R. Cameron, S. J. Campagnolo, G. Carroll, P. N. C. Carruthers, S. A. G. Cassidy, T. A. Crowl, S. M. Davies, S. W. Deenick, B. J. Dennis, D. S. Dennis, J. A. Dennis, R. A. Dickinson, J. T. A. Ditchburn, J. A. Duff, R. F. Egan, A. J. Elliott, K. M. Ellsworth, J. T. Emmett, G. C. Etherton, V. J. Evans, K. G. B. Everett, N. R. Fallaw, A. Ferreira, S. M. G. Fieldinq, J. S. Finlav, A. D. Geddes, I. George, D. R. George, R. J. Gibson, M. L. Granqe, A. N. Greia, A. M. D. Grove, V. L. Guvett, I. R. Habal, C. F. Harrison, P. S. Harwood, C. N. Hawke, J. L. Hedditch, T. R. Hiddleston, P. T. E. Hobson, D. A. Hoskina, G. P. Howarth, P. C. Humpreys, R. W. Hunt, D. R. Inglis, R. I. Jonns, H. F. Jones, P. F. Kelso, R. M. King, P. J. Larcombe, M. T. Law, V. G. Lawrance, A. F. Lees, R. M. Lindros, D. M. Logan, P. J. Love, D. M. McDougall, D. D. McGlone, C. T. McKenzie, A. J. McLean, R. S. MacLeod, J. Mason, D. T. Matherson, R. M. Mayall, P. M. Mew, D. P. Millar, P. J. Millard, D. L. Mills, L. W. Mitchell, I. W. Mitchell, J. E. Mockridge, S. T. ^Moore, A. E. C. Morrison, D. G. Mortimer, D. A. Mountjoy, D. R. Mullins, J. B. Nelson, C. L. Neville, R. J. W. Olliff, R. C. Pavia, D. G. Payne, A. J. Peerman, D. J. Perry, R. L. Pescud, W. J. Philip, T. G. Powell, C. R. Pugh, C. R. Pullin, A. M. Rachinger, A. J. Rayner, D. C. Rayson, C. J. Revie, C. H. Robb, S. T. Roberts, G. L. Robertson, R. S. Rockefeller, C. W. Salvalaggio, O. J. Sheko, P. Simpson, G. J. Slattery, R. J. Smith, C. W. Smith, L. J. Stevenson, R. A. Stewart, I. D. Stillman, G. J. Strachan, P. D. Sutcliffe, S. W. Sweeting, D. J. Swinburn, C. C. Taylor, R. W. U. Thorne, M. C. Urbahns, A. R. J. Van Leerdam, R. D. Vickers-Willis, R. P. Vincent, M. A. Wall, L-A. M. Warfe, N. J. Waugh, H. W. Wells, P. D.

Weston, L. Whiting, I. J. Wild, M. P. Williams, D. E. Williams, N. H. Wood, S. L. Worland, D. C. Wurm, G. L. Ziemar, A. FORM IV Anderson, A. S. Armour, P. H. Armytage, J. R. Ashburner, W. L. Atkinson, R. J. D. Baillie, C. V. Baldry, D. A. Bales, J. W. Ballinger, W. G. Barrett, J. K. Bell, D. A. Benson, R. M. Blincoe, P. J. Bracher, C. G. Bridgewater, K. M. Brown, A. M. Brown, K. J. Brumby, J. S. Bubb, A. C. Bunting, I. D. Burch, W. G. Buzolich. P. B. Cameron, A. M. Cameron, H. M. Carruthers, P. A. Cayzer, E. D. Champion, A. J. Chapman, T. R. Chatham, B. G. Clark, S. T. Cole, S. J. Cole, T. J. Cook, R. A. Cooke, D. H. Cox, E. A. Crosby, I. T. Dahlenburq, C. J. Deans, J. D. Doery, B. D. Donald, J. L. Douglas, P. J. Downey, R. G. Elliott, F. A. Emmett. S. M. Evans, S. G. Fabb, S. A. France, E. A. Fyffe, R. A. Gant, M. J. Gardiner. N. S. Garratt, B. W. Gibb, I. R. Gillett, D. F. S. Gilmore. P. W. Gordon, R. W. Gouah, A. R. Gubbins, J. H. Harlock, A. McF. Harwood, B. R. Heard, S. !. Heath, C. A. Hill, J. W. Hockinq, S. M. Hope, P. D. Hunt, A. D. Ingles, M. Ingpen, K. J. Jevons, N. T. Jiqqins, S. B. Kearney, S. M. Kershaw. M. R. King, J. P. Laidlaw, R. C. Lamont, D. W. Lanqley, R. L. Leask, G. C. Lees, A. M. Lewin, P. J. Lewis, J. A. Livock, E. W. Lowe, P. J. MacDonald, A. A. McFarland, D. H. Mclntyre, A. J. D. McKeon, M. D. MacLean, A. V. MacLeod, R. McNaughton, B. E. Maaee, R. G. Mallett, P. C. Manning, S. A. Millard, R. J. Monotti, S. S. Monteith, S. W. Morrison, I. E. D. Morrison, R. S. Murphy, P. W. Neale, J. S. Neilson, T. D. Nelson, M. R. Newman, P. R. Norwood, M. C. Olsson, J. L. Ormsby, M. A. Payne, R. N. Philip, A. L. Pickering, P. R. Powell, D. K. Purnell, K. A. Rau, P. D. Rawson, L. A. Richardson, E. M. Robinson, R. Rooks, B. A. Rousseaux, F. R. M. Schaller, S. A. Scott. F. D.

Selleck, D. F. P. Shinners, G. J. Shrimpton, G. S. Sloots, L. H. Smith, G. J. Southee, R. E. Stephens, G. J. Stephens, P. A. Stewart, C. Sutcliffe, R. A. Tarr, J. A. Timmins. D. A. Tregurtha, S. M. Van Cooten, C. F. Van Someren, M. Wade, D. A. Walker, N. A. Walpole, A. R. Watson, J. K. D. Wettenhall, A. T. Wieland, R. W. Windmill, J. P.

Stephens, M. R. Stewart, B. A. Thorns, C. M. Thomson, D. C. Verity, G. R. Warren, D. A. Waterhouse, J. D. Wellam, T. L. Wieland, S. C. Wilkinson, P. M. Wilson, E. A. Wood, C. A. Wylie, B. K. Yorke, C. J.

FORM III Abrahamsen, W. M. Allen. G. R. Angelovich, N. Annois, R. M. C. Backwell, J. L. Backwell, K. J. Barrett, S. V. Bath, D. R. Bright, S. G. Brown, G. J. Button, R. P. Burton, J. A. Callander, I. R. Campbell, G. J. Carr, N. L. Clark, A. W. Coleman, M. R. Coles, R. K. Comben, P. A. Creagh, R. N. Currie, S. M. Cutler, J. N. Dadds, P. A. Davidson, P. J. Dennis, E. A. Digby, D. M. Douglas, J. M. Douglas, S. F. Duffield, P. A. East, G. T. Edgar, V. M. Eldridge, M. G. Fielding, T. S. Fraser, A. E. L. Gardner, G. W. George, D. M. Gordon, D. R. Green, A. H. Gregory, R. J. Gutske, M. S. Hauenstein, A. J. Hay, C. M. Henderson, B. R. Hore, B. A. Horniblow, B. W. Howarth. D. L. Hutchinson, R. J. Inglis, A. C. Jackson, A. J. Jennings. W. R. Jewell, P. A. Kent-Hughes, C. Kirby, P. J. Knight, P. A. Komp, A. J. Krastins, K. A. Laidlaw, A. S. Laidlaw, B. S. Laidlaw, D. W. Laird, A. J. Lambie, J. F. Langley, A. E. Lavender, G. L. Leach, R. J. M. Le Deux, A. J. Leishman, R. J. Lester, C. A. Lindros, P. R. C. Logan, J. A. Longfield, A. D. J. Lunn, R. S. Lyall, A. G. McCall, D. J. McDonald, P. C. McFarland, S. A. MacGregor, S. A. Mclntyre, W. I. McKendrick, L. A. McLaren, M. J. MacLeod, I. C. McPherson, A. L. Mantello, A. J. Martin, J. B. Miller, S. H. Moloney, B. A. Moran, D. D. Mulligan, L. J. Neely, J. McC. Nelson, D. J. Nelson, J. E. Nelson, T. S. Pearson, C. J. Phillips, B. C. Pinnow, A. C. Purnell, H. E. Read, T. R. H. Roberts, T. K. Robertson, D. A. Scott, P. Mel. Sietsma, A. A. Spao, J. N. Spittle, A. J. Steen. D. C.

FORM II: 2G Armstrong, S. Blincoe, J. J. Dickson, J. R. A. Flavel, A. P. Garrard, D. L. Gould, S. J. Hand, M. J. Hayden, D. M. Holloway, P. N. King, J. P. Lamont, S. R. Lyall, I. D. Mann, B. S. Marshallsea, A. G. Morrison, R. J. Murphy, C. J. Parkes, S. R. Rau, I. S. Read, S. D. Rockefeller, R. S. Roland, C. A. M. Schoe, W. P. Shrimpton, W. D. Torney, K. J. Waterhouse, D. R. Wishart, G. D. 2H Atkins, P. L. Backwell, A. J. Baker, S. C. Donachie, G. J. Dufty, G. J. Gillin, A. C. Golding, B. G. Gordon, A. C. Harbison, D. A. Harris, J. Hawthorne, A. D. Henderson, R. J. Mclntyre, S. C. Morton, R. G. Nelson, C. T. Panageotov, G. L. Paterson, C. J. Pigdon, T. J. Rau, A. R. Sinclair, R. J. Smart, T. J. Smith, K. G. C. Tolliday, M. A. Williams, A. J. 2J Baum, R. I. Benson, Leanne C. Bickerstaff, H. R. Blyth, G. P. Collins, B. J. Comben, A. K. Dingey, E. J. Dunn, D. N. L. Fulton, P. A. Harman, Ruth A. Heather, Michelle L. Horniblow, Jacqueline M. Karn. K. J. Kovaks, D. A. K. Ord, Jane K. Quinton, Kerry Leanne Redpath, R. J. Reed, M. R. Richardson, N. D. Richardson, T. F. Simonsen, J. R. Spittle, A. J. Sutcliffe, H. W. Van Cooten, Jillian D. 2K Allbutt, D. J. Barclay, C. A. Daniel, R. J. Denninq, N. C. Doery, D. S. Epstein, D. A. N. George, Robyn J. Gustke, Jennifer E. Henderson, Ann F. Ingpen, Susan J. Knight, Fiona E. Neville, C. J. D. Newman, M. W. O'Neill, R. H. Pickering, Kathryn E. Plachy, G. I. W. Plueckhahn, R. H. Preston, W. W. Seabridge, Fiona J. Sellwood, R. J. J. Sielewicz, M. W. Strickland, M. A. Tan Sing, G. D. Tarr, Helen E. Thornton, W. N.

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FORM I: 1E Alderton, K. J. Armytage, R. A. Atkinson, C. A. Baillie, K. L. Carr, D. J. Dales, A. L. Eddy, T. J. Gee, Jennifer R. Golding, S. J. Harris, L. B. Laird, D. A. Law, Rebecca J. Le Deux, F. G. Love, S. R. McNaughton, Fay M. Mackay, D. Mortimer, C. J. Putland, R. J. Rachinger, Jennifer A. Roland, A. J. C. Sidwell, S. C. Vines, H. L. Whelan, D. J. Williams, A. M. IF Bayden, D. J. Branigan, M. S. Carter, A. J. Dennis, R. E. V. Dingey, H. C. Dunoon, C. K. Gocentas, E. J. Gordon, Sandra J. Gordon, Susan M. Graham, R. J. Grant, Jeanne E. Guthrie, D. C. Harman, Linda M. Kerr, A. R. Knox, C. R. Lewis, J. R. Lonoden, M. F. Maior, P. J. Myers, A. L. Patsuris, P. Pawson, A. S. Sielewicz, D. J. Skoalund, R. N. Stephen, D. A. 1L Cameron, D. G. Cracknell, S. J. Crawford, A. J. Doncaster, A. J. Downey, G. A. Gorell, P. R, Green, S. B. Kat, C. H. King, T. J. McKay, A. G. McLaren, D. P. Mack, M. A. Mander, I. G. Moran, J. A. Noordenne, B. J. Robb, A. D. Roberts, J. A. Schofield, C. C. Seaton, Katherine A. Smit, W. J. F. Warren, Lee A. White, Melinda A. Wilks, Tracey A. Willson, S. J. 1M Ballard, A. Barby, D. J. Davies, N. C. de Uray, T. C. H. Edgar, A. M. Eldridqe, Bronwen J. Foo, M. Y. K. Gee, G. A. Grove, Sally W. Hale, J. R. Harqraves, S. A. Heath, W. P. G. Lambie, T. Lewis, Deborah H. Lomas, Elizabeth A. McNaughton, G. J. Mallett. I. C. May, D. I. Nelson, Jennifer L. Parker, J. C. Powell, W. J. Thorns, A. D. Warmbrunn, J. C. Grade 6B Buchanan, A. J. P. Calvert, J. Douqlass, Anne H. Geyer, D. K. Gleeson, A. B. Greeves, Kerryin M. Harvey, A. G. Hay, M. C. Karn, P. D. Keary, Anne B. Kerley, Sarah M. T. Lamont, D. M. Lawrance, S. J. Lee, Tracey A. Lindros, Sally E. Lomas, A. J. Lonqfield, C. R. Maltby, R. H. Noordenne, M. C. Read, P. A. ' Sutcliffe, Selena A. Tavaria, M. D. Tregurtha, Elizabeth

Grade 6D Bell, M. M. Bell, P. D. Davis, G. V. Doncaster, M. J. Gay, A. D. T. Gorell, B. M. Holloway, S. D. Johns, I. M. Kershaw, B. J. Lee, D. J. McKewan, T. W. B. Morrison, T. P. Pickering, M. D. Poulston, L. J. Redpath, M. R. Piachards, D. G. Robertson, R. C. Ross, P. N. Royal, S. L. Schimana, P. A. Seabridge, J. C. Tarr, D. J. Thompson, R. G. Torney, A. H. Wilkinson, T. J. Williams, V. J.

Grade 5C Armstrong, J. P. Armstrong, S. J. Barrett, N. J. Crawford, Elizabeth M. Dickinson, W. H. R. Donachie, P. Duff, P. M. Dunstan, Kristina H. Eddy, Susan D. Hastings, Suzanne J. Henderson, R. E. Horniblow, C. L. Hutchison, I. R. A. Ingpen, Sophie L. Kent-Hughes, T. J. Kerley, Elizabeth A. Lake, A. M. Lee, T. E. Lunn, P. R. McLeod, B. Mockridge, A. J. W. Murphy, Gillian F. Richardson, A. McK. Richardson, A. V. Ridge, B. C. Schonfelder, G. A. Smith, C. K. G. Warren, Shelley M. Watling, A. J. Grade 4A Alsop, Natalie J. Apted, D. J. Cameron, S. W. Denton, R. Faqo, G. F. Favaloro, C. A. Foreman, S. J. Gebhardt, N. P. never, A. J. Harry, K. Harvey, Carolyn L. Henderson, Catherine M Henderson, Helen M. Jeremiah, Anne L. Kpary, Frances D. Kvle. G. J. Laird. P. G. Lee, R. C. M c l e o d . R. S. Parker, H. J. Parsons, T. J. Patnhett. T. N. Potter, D. W. RnherKnn, J. G. Roland, N. M. A. Tornfiv, J. G. Van Heeswvk, Joranda M. Watson, C. R. Grade 3 Apted, Elizabeth S. Main, M. A. H. Ballard, Felicity Butler, D. J. A. Donachie, J. B. Fulton, S. A. S. Gebhardt, Sophie C Hardy, R. L. Hastings, A. S. Henderson, A. A. Henderson, C. J. Howarth, A. J. Kat, S. M. Kibbis, J. G. Lister, S. B. Maddern, P. J. Neal, T. J. Pearce, G. E. Richardson, W. K. Rush, M. S. Scott, Catriona M. Taylor, C. C. Vorrath, W. M. Grade 2 Armstrong, T. B. Black, Catherine J. Chisholm, Joanne Cook, M. A. Douglass, Kay S. Durante, S. M. Eddy, Fiona R. Epstein, P. J. N. Fernbach, Amanda A. Hatton, Katherine N. Lamont, A. P. McGlone, D. N. Madden, T. J. Patchett, Andrea E.

Ridge, L. «. Tarr, R. M. Trethowan, C. J. Van Heeswyk, Vvonne u Vorrath, C. N. Watson, A. V. Wettenhall, G. R. Grade 1A Ball, D. C. Crawford, R. J. Cronk, A. W. A. Cuda, D. Du Bois, G. O. Favaloro, Kylie A. Fredericks, S. P. K. Hutchinson, T. M. McKenzie, D. S. Maddern, A. N. Marshman, Nicole A. Payne, T. L. Poulston, A. C. Selle, L. J. L. Smith, Kirsten M. P. Swalwell, D. L. Thomson, C. B. Trethowan, C. A. Tung, S. A. G. H. Van Heeswyk, H. A. Beginners Grade Armstrong, M. P. Bell, S. J. Brussel, P. A. Casey, Simone Y. Curtis, Nicole M. Donovan, Joanne E. Epstein, B. P. N. Gustke, A. D. Hase, A. J. Ramage B. B. Woods, A. C. Beginners Grade Apted, B. R. Ballard, Sonja Black, J. P. Duff, B. P. Gebhardt,--Anna M. Geyer, M. G. Hatton, Louise C. McGlone, Sarah C. McKewan, Anne N. Neal, A. J. Nelson, M. J. Poland, J. S. H. Roval, C. L. SheDpard, Anabelle I Smith, C. P. L. Tarr, Katherine J. Watson, Claire E. Williams, N. J.

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