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OGG Branch News OGG Japan Branch News
Further to the efforts to establish OGG contacts in many of the major cities across Australia and around the world, the Old Geelong Grammarians are happy to introduce the newest contact, Richard Andrews (P’81). Based in Tokyo, Richard has recently volunteered to be the OGG contact in Japan. Richard features in the OGGLink section on page 25. Members of the Old Geelong Grammarians’ Association are grateful to Richard for being a contact point for OGGs in Japan.
OGG Malaysia and Singapore Branches The Malaysian OGG Branch have set up a group on Facebook called Old Geelong Grammarians Malaysia and advertise upcoming events including a Family Day later in the year. Randall Lee of the Singapore OGG Branch has also set up a Facebook group called Old Geelong Grammarians Asia.
OGG UK Branch News With eight decades of Old Geelong Grammarians represented, Stephen and Christine Meek and Charlie and Ann Scudamore in attendance, and 41 guests in total, the OGG United Kingdom Branch Dinner held in London was a luminous event with much mirth and sharing of memories. We gathered at our regular venue, the antiquarian library of the Travellers’ Club at Pall Mall, described as ‘one of London’s most beautiful rooms’. The Principal gave an energetic speech during the pre-dinner gathering, reporting on various developments at the School. Other items of topical interest were the School’s cricket tour to England (then in progress) and the exemplary life of Sir David Hay (Cu’35) with obituaries on display recounting fascinating details of his life. Dinner was served in the library and was, for many, a welcome change from the dining experiences of old School days! Our guest speaker, Richard Morgan AM 26 18
(P’53), gave a highly absorbing talk on the 18th-Century Scottish ‘father of economics’, Adam Smith, and his continuing relevance to modern economics and society. The evening was a great success, enjoyed by all. Mark your diaries for 24 June 2010, the next London dinner. David Hudson (Ge’68) Secretary, OGG United Kingdom Branch
OGG NSW Branch For the second time, the GGS Community in New South Wales climbed aboard ship for our annual cocktail function. Thanks to the ongoing support and generosity of Commander Justin Jones (M’87), 120 guests enjoyed an unseasonably warm May evening on board HMAS Newcastle, stationed at Fleet Base East, in Woolloomooloo. The NSW Branch of the OGG’s usually hosts some 100 guests for our annual function. This year we received over 180 responses to our invitation, many of whom were unable to attend the evening owing to number restrictions placed on us by RAN safety requirements. In 2004 as Commander of HMAS Parramatta, Commander Jones hosted the NSW Branch function and likewise it was a sell-out. I would like to take this opportunity to thank Commander Jones for his ongoing support of GGS, and the NSW Branch of the Old Geelong Grammarians. I would also like to thank Terrie Jones for her support as well as to the crew of HMAS Newcastle, who worked tirelessly to make the event special for all those who attended. Will Wilson (P’78) President, OGG NSW Branch
OGG Riverina and North-East Branch The North-East/Riverina branch of the OGGs had a most enjoyable lunch at Steve (P’62) and Susie Finlay’s home, Teripta, near Holbrook, on Saturday 13 June. Their house was filled to capacity, with about sixty people attending, to hear news of the School from Stephen Meek, and to enjoy good company.
Stephen was accompanied by his wife, Christine, and Elizabeth Pont, Director of Community Relations. This is the second time that the Finlay home has been the venue for this regional OGGs lunch, and it lived up to the standard set by the first occasion, making a warm and friendly setting for the day. Fiona Landy provided the catering for a superb meal, as she always does. Thanks again to Steve and Susie Finlay, for their generosity, and hospitality. Bill Dobson (P’61) President, OGG Riverina and North-East Branch
OGG Deniliquin Branch On Sunday 14 June 2009, the Deniliquin Branch of the OGGs, HOGA and COGA held a delightful luncheon at Chippenham Park, the home of Robbie and Keith Landale (P’69). Three generations from some families attended a wonderful family day for catching up with OGGs from the surrounding district. As the day was beautiful, we enjoyed prelunch drinks in the courtyard before the Reverend Tassie Pappas (Tocumwal) said Grace and the 49 guests sat down to a delightful lunch in the dining room, catered for by Robbie Landale. Hunter Landale (M’42) gave a small but amusing talk on his school-days, after which we raised our glasses to the School. The Principal, Mr Stephen Meek, outlined his goals for the School, and the successes from the past and present that the School is enjoying. Many thanks go to Robbie and Keith Landale for their kind hospitality. Diana Whittakers (Cl’63) Secretary, OGG Deniliquin Branch Details of all Branch, City and Country contacts can be found in the OGG Contacts section of the OGG webpage www.ggs.vic.edu.au/oggs If you are interested in becoming an ‘OGG Contact’, please email Katie Rafferty at katier@ggs.vic.edu.au