The Haileyburian Winter 2012

The Haileyburian Winter 2012

Australia’s Top 50 Schools

Premier’s Awards

Chapel turns 25

Haileybury’s 120th Anniversary Ball

Principal’s Report

Haileybury began in 1892 with a focus on academic performance from founding Headmaster, Charles Rendall.

Today that focus continues. Haileybury received recognition of the strength of its performance when The Australian newspaper released its ranking of the top schools in the country, based on national testing results at Years 3, 5, 7 and 9.

Haileybury was ranked as the number one independent secondary school for boys and girls in Victoria.

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120th Anniversary Ball

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Australia’s Top 50 Schools

4 Satisfaction Surveys

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Premier’s Awards

5 University Scholarships

13 chapel turns 25!

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Principal’s Report

Q&A with Derek Scott

8 Building Update 8

iPads @ Haileybury

9 NEw ELC uniform 10 HIGH ACHIEVERS 12 The Arts 14 Sports Round Up 16 Captains’ Corner 17 Archives 18 OHA News 25 Where are they now?

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ational testing through the agency of the National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) has had its critics, and this year a group of academics and parents proposed a boycott. The argument put forward was quoted in The Age: “Pressure on teachers and children to perform well on NAPLAN tests is narrowing the curriculum and eroding time in classrooms for quality teaching and learning activities”.

NAPLAN tests literacy and numeracy skills every second year. It is ridiculous to argue that an increased focus for a period of time on literacy and numeracy in the junior and middle school classrooms is a bad thing. Developing sound foundation skills in literacy and numeracy is the core of what schools should be doing.

Consider that there are 36 teaching weeks in a year and between Prep and Year 9 a student will have 360 weeks in the classroom. This equates to 1,750 days once you take out public holidays.

“ The focus on core skills in the junior and middle schools is aimed of course at achieving strong academic results in Year 12.”

Of these, eight will be spent doing the NAPLAN tests and perhaps 20 in preparation for them – if the school chooses to. This, of course, leaves 1,722 days to deliver the rest of the curriculum! The argument against the test is ideological rather than educational, and is part of the desire of many in education to avoid accountability for outcomes.

Haileybury strongly supports the NAPLAN program and the My School website initiated

by Prime Minister Gillard when she was Minister for Education. It is a good forum for parents to see a range of data about schools and assists Haileybury as we strive for continuous and ongoing improvement in the delivery of our academic program.

Haileybury’s 2011 results were excellent, with 5.5% of all students in the top 1% in the country, 21% of students in the top 5% in the country and 35% in the top 10%.

Importantly, 92% of all Haileybury students were in the top 40% in Australia. The results deliver strong outcomes for students in terms of their post-school opportunities. 86% of students received a university offer, 8% a TAFE position and 5% gained apprenticeships, with 1% going straight into the workforce.

The class of 2011 gained a good foundation to start the next phase of their lives.

The focus on the core skills in the junior and middle schools is aimed of course at achieving strong academic results at Year 12.

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Haileybury 120th Anniversary Ball Former and current parents, staff, Old Haileyburians, members of council and various members of Haileybury’s wide community were all part of the 650-strong crowd.

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uests were treated to a spine tingling performance from Haileybury’s elite bagpipers, as well as the beautiful voices of current Haileybury students, Alyce Rae and Ryan Griffiths. Academy Award winner Adam Elliot (OH ’89), made a special toast to the School while fellow Old Haileyburianturned-comedian, Scott Edgar (OH ’90) took to the stage to perform a specially written number for the night, which had the crowd in stitches. Thank you to all those who attended the evening; it was certainly a night to remember.

Parents Liz Currie and Shyama Perera

FOrmer School Captains Kirsty Wynn (OH 2011) and Katherine Atkins (OH 2009)

Matt and Marnie Armstrong, Newlands Parents

adam elliot (OH ’89) toasting the school

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Lincoln Hilton (OH 2010) leading the pipers

Principal Derek Scott and Shirin Hanfi-Scott Berwick Parents

Scott edgar (OH ’90) playing his tribute to the school

Brighton parents, Helen and Michael Paleologos

Haileybury Pipers taking centre stage

former HMA members

Tim Holding (OH ’90) and felicity Selkirk

Brighton Parents

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Kazuaki and Diane Furusho with Takeshi Asari and Katsunori Nakai from the Sapporo Nihon University High School in Japan

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Australia’s Top 50 Schools

Satisfaction Surveys

Premier’s Awards

Every second year Haileybury conducts a set of parent, student and staff satisfaction surveys through Independent Schools Victoria (ISV).

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he surveys provide the School with important benchmarks and feedback.

The 2011 surveys demonstrated an exceptionally high level of satisfaction across all three surveys.

A national survey has confirmed Haileybury’s reputation as one of the leading academic schools in Australia.

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he survey published in The Australian newspaper (7 April, 2012) listed school rankings based on the performance of students in national testing in 10,000 Australian schools at Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 in 2011.

Haileybury’s outstanding results included:

✣ Number one ranked independent secondary

school for boys and girls in Victoria ✣ Number two ranked independent secondary

school for boys and girls in Australia Haileybury was also the fifth ranked independent co-educational primary school in Australia and ranked tenth of all Victorian primary schools.

“ Our strong focus in recent years has been to attract and retain the very best teachers, put them into small classes with the very best facilities and to ensure that all students are nurtured and treated as individuals.”

Derek Scott Principal

The Australian rankings were sourced from the My School website and based upon the National Testing (NAPLAN) data, which is completed by all schools.

Haileybury’s results are confirmation of the success of the explicit-teaching program used in the Junior School, parallel education (where boys and girls share recreation time but attend single-gender classes) and small class sizes.

The results are also a reflection of a strong teaching group and the use of best practice policies including: ✣

A strong teacher evaluation process

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Classroom mentoring for teachers

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Classroom observation for all teachers

✣ Encouragement

for teachers to research and obtain higher level Degrees

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Performance-based pay.

716 Haileybury parents completed the survey, while the ISV benchmarks were obtained from more than 16,000 surveys in 85 schools.

Haileybury was well above the independent schools mean benchmark in all categories in the Parent Satisfaction Surveys.

A remarkable 97.9% of parents rated the Learning Outcomes for their sons or daughters as high or outstanding giving an average score of 8.55 out of 10. The independent school average was 7.92. A very similar result was achieved for Quality of Teaching. The student surveys gave an equally strong result with students from year Years 5 to 12 rating Learning Outcomes at 8.2 out of 10, compared to the independent school average of 7.5.

Staff satisfaction was also strong with 338 staff completing the survey. Haileybury’s focus is on academic performance, social justice and a commitment to an international outlook.

Teaching staff recorded an average of 8.7 out of 10 for Goal Alignment, well above the independent school average of 8.2. Quality of Teaching scored 8.9, which was a positive reflection on how the teaching staff viewed working with their peers at Haileybury. The overall teaching staff satisfaction was 8.9.

The results are an excellent reflection of the strong triangle of trust and support that exists between students, parents and the School.

2011 high achieving students, including Premier’s Award winners Brittany Van Der Lugt and Joseph Moore

Haileybury students were recently awarded 12 Premier’s VCE Awards in a ceremony attended by the Premier, Ted Baillieu. Premier’s Awards go to the top five students in EACH subject in the VCE and the top 10 in English.

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he awards were for the 2011 VCE results. It was pleasing that the awards were across a range of subjects, reflecting the diversity of Haileybury students’ skills and the breadth of the offerings.

Jack Armstorng, Adriano Carnevale, Sarah Carrier, Tara Maine, Zara McDonald, Shane McLaws and Natalie Ryan were all in Year 11 last year.

Jack Armstrong

Sociology Accounting Sarah Carrier Physical Education,

Psychology Niran Dasika Interactive Digital

Media, Music

Investigation Tara Maine Legal Studies Zara McDonald History (Revolutions) Shane McLaws Music Industry

(Technical Production) Joseph Moore Australian History Natalie Ryan Studio Arts Brittany Van Der Lugt English Adriano Carnevale

University Scholarships After 13 years of schooling, all the hard work has paid off for our recent Haileybury graduates. Some of the graduated class have been fortunate enough to receive university scholarships as a reward for their efforts.

We also congratulate all staff involved in teaching these students during their VCE year. The teachers involved in the individual subject teaching were: Vicki Baron (Legal Studies), Gauthier Bouchardeau (History – Revolutions), Erica D’Angelo (Music Industry), Jeremy Daly (Australian History), Fiona Gontier (Sociology), Patricia Kavanagh (English), Kristy Kendall (Psychology), Rod Marshall (Music Investigation), Bruce Norton (Studio Arts and Interactive Digital Media), Katina Pantazopoulos (Accounting) and Tamsin Visick (Physical Education).

Sharon Thomas at the Monash University Engineering Scholarship Celebration

Haileybury’s DUX, Joseph Moore, is part of the University of Melbourne’s Chancellor’s Scholars Program, Jordan Browning is attending Swinburne University with a Vice-Chancellors Scholarship for Engineering, and Sharon Thomas received an Engineering Scholarship from Monash University.

We congratulate all the students from the Class of 2011 and wish them all the best in their future endeavours.

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“ It was important to put emphasis on what was going on in the classroom – on good teaching.”

Q&A

with Derek Scott

Haileybury Council has reappointed Principal Derek Scott for a second five-year term.

As Haileybury’s eighth Principal we sat down with him to discuss his achievements over his first five years in the job and what his plans are for Haileybury in the future.

What has been achieved in your first five years as Principal?

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aileybury had undergone extraordinary change with the introduction of Haileybury Girls College, Parallel Education and delivery of extended programs across all three campuses.

The School had grown from 1,500 to 3,000 when I took over and that meant the number of staff had also doubled.

2012 Salvation Army Winter Appeal donations

The first point of focus was on the academic.

It was important to put the emphasis on what was going on in the classroom – on good teaching – in order to ensure that the outcomes for students exceeded the expectations that parents had when their sons

and daughters entered the School.

This was done through introducing a comprehensive Human Resources Policy which incorporated a rigorous teacherselection process, a strong formal Professional Recognition Program, a supportive Coaching Program, and performance-based pay incentives for teachers. This is coupled with one of the most comprehensive Professional Development programs for teaching staff of any school in Australia.

The end result to this point has been some very strong academic results as represented in the national testing program at Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 and the results for Year 12 students. In addition staff, parent and student satisfaction surveys have been incredibly positive.

What is being planned for the next five years?

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echnology is changing education and society in ways not envisaged even five years ago. We need to embrace technology in a way that delivers the best educational outcomes for students. The iPad program is a part of this.

At the same time the development of core skills in literacy and numeracy is even more important. We will continue with the explicit teaching model in the Junior School. The Middle School focus is on building analytical, creative, big picture thinking and we are introducing a framework – Understanding by Design – for teachers to implement a stronger analytical program.

Haileybury’s international programs continue to develop. The China program has six partner schools and delivers strong education and financial returns for the School. This will grow.

We continue to look for other international opportunities where we can leverage our intellectual property. We never invest any capital overseas. We will also look to further expand the partner schools we have around the world to increase the opportunities for cultural exchanges for Haileybury students.

We currently have partnerships in Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Japan, France and the United Kingdom.

Performing and creative arts will be a focus of the next five years

It will be an exciting five years.

We are in the process of developing an infrastructure master plan for each campus.

When this is completed we will launch an exciting six-year building plan. We are not building for more growth; the focus will be on delivering high quality buildings with a flexibility of purpose that will serve the School community for a long time. Health and fitness, and the performing and creative arts will be an important part of this.

“... the focus will be on delivering high quality buildings with a flexibility of purpose that will serve the School community for a long time.”

The second point of focus was on the business side of the School. Haileybury’s growth was funded by debt. Through sound financial management supported by student numbers at more than 3,500 the School will be in a zero debt position in two years’ time.

“ We need to embrace technology in a way that delivers the best educational outcomes for students.

The iPad program is a part of this.”

The third point of focus was on social justice.

A commitment to a broad understanding of human rights and support for those in society not as advantaged as the Haileybury community is essential to building a stronger society. I have been delighted with the way the students have embraced this.

Derek Scott with 2012 School Captains Jack Armstrong and Zara McDonald

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Building Update Areas of the Keysborough campus have recently undergone a makeover. Building works were started at both the Newlands and Senior School campuses in 2011, ready for students in the 2012 school year.

Senior School Library

Newlands Junior School

The Senior School Library has undergone a dramatic makeover, with the brown out-dated style being replaced with a modern and sleek university style environment. With work commencing at the conclusion of the 2011 VCE exams, the library was completely overhauled to incorporate a more open layout, flexible classroom and student learning spaces, greater access to technology, casual collaborative spaces and, of course, a few new books!

More classrooms were required in the Newlands Junior School due to the rapid increase in student enrolments. The concept from Darren Carnell Architects was chosen as the best design to meet the School’s needs, with six new classrooms and a new quadrangle area for the Prep and Year 1 students included. The design also incorporated a polished concrete facade in matching colours to the adjacent Berthon Hall, providing a significant entrance and branding to the Junior School.

The new classrooms have provided the students and staff with a fun and engaging learning environment.

“We have pushed back against the trend of re-badging libraries as resource centres. A fundamental part of the Library’s function is still to make books as accessible as possible. Reading is important; developing a love of reading is a key part of the journey to student success.

Providing a space for students to browse and flick through the pages is an important part of this,” says Principal, Derek Scott.

New ELC Uniform At the beginning of the year a new Early Learning Centre (ELC) uniform was introduced. This new uniform was designed to be practical for the ELC students, interchangeable and appropriate to wear all year around.

“ We have pushed back against the trend of re-badging libraries as resource centres.”

iPads @ Haileybury

by Craig Glass

In 2012, Haileybury is trialling iPads in a number of year levels. At our Berwick Campus all students in Years 5 to 11 have received an iPad. Also, Year 9 students at our three campuses – and International Baccalaureate students – are using iPads.

The trial has been assessed during Term 2 and parents, students and teachers have overwhelmingly endorsed the iPad as an effective teaching tool. As a consequence, in 2013 Haileybury will require all students in Years 5 to 12 to have iPads.

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The iPad has many advantages over both desktop computers and laptops. For students, its light weight and portability are highly desirable: as more textbooks become iPad applications the weight of the schoolbag will be reduced. Other advantages of the iPad include its fast start-up time, intuitive operation system, relatively low price and the large number of applications that are available.

While technology skills are essential for our students we also recognise the continuing need for our students to be able to write effectively. For the foreseeable future, the students’ external examinations will be written. When visiting iPad classes it is common to see students working in their workbooks and using their iPad as a resource. They might be accessing teacher

supplied materials, searching the Internet or using one of the many applications available to them. A great advantage of the iPad is that the school desk can comfortably accommodate it and the more traditional resources such as workbooks and writing materials. iPads will provide Haileybury teachers and students the opportunity to enhance the teaching and learning program with technology. It is expected that this will in turn improve student outcomes.

Early indications from the teachers and students participating in the trial is that the iPad has enhanced the program. The iPads have given students access to information technology whenever it is needed.

Haileybury welcomes Jana Pittman and Matthew Lloyd Olympic hurdler Jana Pittman and former Essendon star Matthew Lloyd have joined the School as specialised coaches for our sporting program.

Jana is on hand three sessions a week, working to get the Hearts and Bloods in tip top condition for the APS Athletics competition in October, whilst Matthew is providing specialised coaching to a number of the Haileybury football teams.

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High Achievers As we celebrate 120 years of history, we take a look back at some of Haileybury’s select group of students who have achieved a perfect ATAR of 99.95. Haileybury has always been a high achieving academic school that has produced many fine men and women. We recently caught up with seven students who attained a perfect score in the last decade to find out where life has taken them.

2004 Sandeep Arunothayaraj “It is amazing to note how fast eight years can go by; it seems like only yesterday that I was still catching Bus B, bowling for Aikman in House Cricket and sweating/shivering during Year 12 exams in the gym. After graduating from Haileybury in 2004, I was fortunate enough to be offered a scholarship for Medicine at the University of Melbourne. University was both challenging and enjoyable, and Medicine has been a fascinating subject to learn about. The medical course provides a diverse breadth of experiences, from light-hearted mock examinations on friends to confronting interviews with acutely unwell patients. It also provides an amazing opportunity for travel, with one of my personal highlights being an unforgettable summer elective in the Caribbean. After six entertaining years (which were also filled with plenty of hard work) I completed MBBS with honours in 2010, and managed to graduate equal first in my cohort.

Since then I have been working as a junior doctor at St Vincent’s Hospital in Melbourne.

At this stage in my career the emphasis is on gaining experience in a wide range of fields while finding special interests. Currently, I am keen to pursue training in either cardiology or neurosurgery. I am also looking forward to taking the opportunity to work abroad.

I still have many fond memories of my senior school years at Haileybury and will always be grateful for the amazing environment and teaching the School provided. I strongly encourage all students to seize the many opportunities that are available and to enjoy their time there thoroughly. The experience will be an invaluable asset for the future.”

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Derrick Ha “Since leaving Haileybury, life has been hectic but enjoyable.

I was fortunate to be awarded a scholarship to study Medicine at the University of Melbourne and am in my fifth year of clinical training at St Vincent’s Hospital. Last year, I completed a research project working with parents to explore the best ways to help them understand the medical aspects of their child’s heart condition. This has helped me to appreciate the impact that disease can have on the lives of patients and their families.

In 2008, I established Derrick Ha Student Coaching Services to pursue my interests in teaching. I conduct yearly VCE mathematics revision lectures and hold weekly classes for Year 11 and 12 students. I have also published three VCE books to provide students with a unique perspective that otherwise might not be gained from textbooks or school. It has been a rewarding and fulfilling experience to be able to help so many students improve their understanding of mathematics.

In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with close friends and family. I play golf and tennis regularly and love tasting all the culinary delights that Melbourne has to offer. I am looking forward to the exciting times ahead.”

2007 Sahil Shekhar “I’m currently working at McKinsey & Company, a management consulting firm that advises businesses, governments and institutions globally. I joined with the intention of learning quickly and opening my mind to different horizons – particularly in the corporate world. Work has helped me do that, providing opportunities to serve clients in energy, mining,

telecommunications and the public sector, across Australia and South America.

Most of my learning since school has come from the intelligent and passionate people I’ve had the good fortune to meet. That said, I’m worried (read: my mother’s worried) that someday someone’s going to decide my three years at University weren’t enough, and I’m going to miss out on my (read: my mother’s) dream job. So the plan is to return to study over the next few years, hopefully overseas.

Time outside work and travel is scarce, but I’ve managed to grow a passion that was born during VCE exams: watching The West Wing.

When I’m not ploughing my way through my third re-run, I’m trying to prove to myself I’m good at some sport (still looking – squash is the current contender), or catching up with friends and family in Melbourne.

On the surface, it feels like a lot has changed in the five years since school. Friends say I’m less of an idealist (maybe they say ‘hippy’) and more pragmatic, that I’m more mature, and that I now like wine more than beer. I say they just aren’t spending enough time with me these days.”

2009 Duncan Wallace “I’m now in my third year at Monash University, studying law, politics and history. Outside class, I volunteer in the Public Defenders’ Unit at Victoria Legal Aid and work as a research assistant at Monash Law School. I’ve also had the opportunity to act as an advisor to the Victorian Privacy Commissioner and the Youth Affairs Council of Victoria. Although I’m still far from certain about career plans, I’ve enjoyed my exposure to the legal world – even if it’s not always as uplifting as To Kill A Mockingbird – and envisage a likely entry into practice after graduation. Ever since studying Arthur Miller and Tennessee Williams at Haileybury,

writing has become a passion of mine. This has prompted me to dabble in student journalism as the editor of the Monash Law student magazine, Clayton’s Law, and as a film reviewer for the Monash student newspaper, Lot’s Wife.

I also recently joined the editorial committee of the Monash University Law Review, a peerreviewed academic journal edited by law students. Unsurprisingly, most of my habits acquired at Haileybury remain stubbornly unchanged. I spend cold, dark nights at training sessions of the Monash Association of Debaters and recently competed in the Monash Senior Moot at the Federal Court. I’ve also been fortunate enough to travel to South Korea and the US for the Australasian Debating Championships and the Harvard Model United Nations. In my spare time, I slowly improve my cooking skills, watch far too many movies and remain naively hopeful that North Melbourne will win another premiership...soon.”

Jeremy William “It’s hard to believe that it’s been twoand-a-half years since my final days at Haileybury. I’d suggest an amendment to the enduring adage: ‘Time flies when you’re incredibly busy’. What felt like days after emerging from the pandemonium that was my VCE exams, I found myself timidly approaching the Clayton Campus of Monash University, apparently ready to embark upon the next chapter in my seemingly endless education: Medicine.

Now, as I approach the geometric centre of my five-year course, I wonder whether it’s too early to confess that I am well and truly in love with my future career. I am currently on fulltime placement at Box Hill Hospital, which is quite literally a dusk to dawn workload. For the past few months, I have been experiencing the incredible diversity of specialties within the medical realm; from orthopaedics to oncology; from intensive care to infectious diseases. It is truly humbling to be a part of such a dynamic and exciting field. Every day presents a new challenge, whether it be cannulating a patient, sitting through eight hours of surgery, or surviving a battery of quiz questions from a senior consultant.

I maintain a very visceral connection to Haileybury, particularly keeping up-to-date with the successes of my beloved Bradshaw House. In the future, I hope to specialise in either neurology or neurosurgery; I’ve always been fascinated by the human brain. Wherever the future takes me, I’ll never forget the values and knowledge that my high school experience instilled within me.

Vivat Haileyburia!”

2010 Lynn Wang “Although it still seems like my final days at Haileybury were just a few weeks ago, time sure has flown by quickly since. I am now in the second year of my tertiary studies at The University of Melbourne, as a Commerce student majoring in Actuarial Studies. In the past year-and-ahalf I have had the privilege of meeting many extraordinary, insightful, diverse minds at university, which has been, and will continue to be, a highlight of my life on campus. In particular, the University’s Copland Scholars Program has offered a wide range of activities such as industry visits, academic and careers mentoring, leadership forums, development workshops, and many more that all have enriched my university experiences.

Studies aside, I have kept up with my musical endeavours. Playing in ensembles continues to take up a large proportion of my time, which always provides me with a getaway from stress, allows me to forget about other workloads, and simply enjoy the company of some amazing people.

As for the future, I want to become an actuary one day. Although this will be a long and tough journey, Haileybury has equipped me with many skills and knowledge that will assist me on the way. With these skills comes the great memories of Haileybury that will also accompany me through life. Vivat Haileyburia!”

2011 Joseph Moore “After a nice relaxing break, peppered with part-time work at a university bookstore, I was ready to jump into my studies at the University of Melbourne. I am in my first year of a Bachelor of Arts under the Chancellor’s Scholar’s Programme, a scholarship accompanied by opportunities to engage in volunteer organisations and overseas study in later years. I am currently focussing on European history and Australian politics and am looking forward to studying classical history, my personal academic passion at school, as at university, next semester.

University studies allow me to explore ideas and engage in academic debates to a greater depth than I ever have before. The university also offers countless extra-curricular activities and I have had a great time sampling everything from political clubs to food interest groups and cross-country. One of my favourite activities is the university’s debating club, which gives me a weekly opportunity to flex my public speaking muscles as we verbally spar over the political and economic issues of the week – with just half an hour to prepare a case, it is an exhilarating exercise in quickthinking and spontaneous rhetorical skill.

I am also applying for a position in the Student Ambassador Leadership Program, which aims at immersing students in community volunteering work and developing their organisational skills. Fundamentally, University gives you a sense that your studies, your efforts and your arguments are significant, and that the academic and extra-curricular work we’re doing is important for the future of our community. With the initiative and open-mindedness instilled by Haileybury, I hope to make the most of this dynamic new environment in the years to come.”

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The Arts

Guitar Master Class Haileybury students recently participated in a special master class with international Italian guitarist, Massimo Scattolin.

The 39 Steps

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ix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel; add a dash of Monty Python and you have the intriguing, thrilling, riotous and un-missable comedy, The 39 Steps. This year’s Senior School play was short of nothing but fantastic. A cast of 25 played over 150 parts in this fast-paced tale of an ordinary man on an extraordinarily entertaining adventure. The 39 Steps contained every single legendary scene from the awardwinning Hitchcock movie – including the chase of the Flying Scotsman, the escape on the Forth Bridge, the first theatrical bi-plane

Lucinda Price and Angus Bell

crash ever staged and the sensational deathdefying finale in the London Palladium.

“The simplicity of the staging and the tonguein-cheek style has captured audiences’ imaginations and reminded us what going to the theatre can be like – an interactive night out where both actors and audience commit to believing in whatever the scenario put before them may be, and everyone goes along for the ride, just for fun.”

Approximately 30 students from across Haileybury’s campuses assembled at Senior School for this exciting opportunity. Massimo is an internationally renowned classical guitarist who is currently touring Australia. He has collaborated with the likes of Astor Piazzola and The Buena Vista Social Club, and took lessons with Andres Segovia.

Wood Working Wonder Victorian Pipe Band Champions The Haileybury Pipes and Drums have regained their State title with a narrow victory over Scotch College in the Victorian Pipe Band Championships hosted by Haileybury on Sunday, 25 March. The young Haileybury band has worked extremely hard to lift their standard and was very excited by a welldeserved win over their fierce rivals.

Once again the grounds of Haileybury provided a fantastic backdrop for the Victorian Pipe Band Championships.

Class of 2011 student, Zoe Strapp, was announced the winner of the Best Amateur Award at the 2012 Australian Wood Design Exhibition.

Zoe’s winning entry was a superbly designed timber surfboard that she crafted for her Unit 4 Design and Technology: Production SAT. It was made from Tasmanian Blackwood, Queensland Maple and Bamboo. This is a fantastic achievement for Zoe; her work was judged the winning entry from a very competitive range of fine woodwork, including entries from Tertiary level students and matureaged adult woodworkers. Zoe is also the first secondary school female entrant to ever win this award.

Haileybury’s Head of Guitar, Mr Sergio Ercole, was instrumental in setting up this opportunity for the students: “Massimo expressed interest in hearing local young guitar talent so I asked him to come and sit for an afternoon with my guitar students and take them for an informal class, sharing his insights and expertise.”

Stewart Bell Director of Visual and Performing Arts

Stories from Suburban Road L-R Ashleigh Gray, Lily Nash, Siobhan McDonnell, Stephanie Ganotis

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012 saw the Year 10 students stage Stories from Suburban Road, adapted

by Alan Becher from Tom Hungerford’s autobiography of the same name. Comic and sometimes achingly poignant, the play explores childhood adventure and the loss of innocence through the recreation of Tom’s memories. The large ensemble cast comprised of students from across all campuses. With minimal set and props, they transformed the reverse stage of Aikman Hall into Perth in the 1930s. Amid the backdrop of The Depression,

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the cast explored the endless experiences associated with growing up in Australia between the World Wars.

“The Year 10 play is a collaborative effort.

With a focus on non-naturalistic story-telling, students work with minimal costumes, sets and props to create a myriad of different scenes and characters. To do this, they must develop their skills as actors, dancers and singers to create and transform each scene.

Their efforts are supported by their fellow peers who help with the lighting and sound production. The atmosphere of collaboration is palpable.”

Nicole Smith Director

VCE Season of Excellence

Chapel Turns 25!

Seven Haileybury students have been selected to perform, or have their work displayed, as a part of the VCE 2012 Top Class Music, Top Class Dance, Top Arts and Top Designs series. These students were selected by panels of judges as being the leading performers or exhibitors in their field.

Congratulations to: Niran Dasika – Top Class Music, Music Investigation – Trumpet Matthew Henley – Top Class Music, Music Performance – Guitar Christopher Hill – Top Class Music, Music Performance – Keyboard Kieran Rafferty – Top Class Music, Music Performance – Drums Ben Tyler – Top Class Music,

Music Performance – Bass Emma Yarosh – Top Class Dance

Performance Andy Zeegers – Top Arts and Top Designs, Interactive Digital Media.

This year marks 25 years since the David Bradshaw Chapel was opened, on 18 October, 1987, by the Governor of Victoria, Dr Davis McCaughey.

I Haileybury Tattoo – celebrating 120 years of history!

More than 2,300 students from across all Haileybury campuses will take to the stage to celebrate 120 years of history.

Castlefield – 16 & 17 August Newlands – 20 & 21 August Edrington – 23 & 24 August Tickets on sale now. Check the Haileybury website for further details.

n a very short space of time this remarkable building carved out its niche as the spiritual centre of the Haileybury community.

Over the years the Chapel has provided a focus for religious observances and for worship and reflection. Church and House services, weddings of hundreds of former students and other friends of the School, baptisms and funerals have all formed part of its raison d’etre. As a venue for classical musical recitals and other performances, it has been a centre for celebration and inspiration. In recent times, Thomas Heywood’s performances on the organ have been a highlight.

The Chapel marks a high point in the creative career of the architect Philip Cox who based his 1985 design on a Norman castle or ‘keep’. At this time, the Keysborough site remained flat and featureless, and the Chapel was intended to provide a focus within the surrounding landscape. In this respect Cox succeeded admirably, and the building quickly became an architectural talking point.

Inside the building, irregular penetrations in the masonry allow light to strike dramatically at various points, and these are enhanced by Leonard French’s magnificent stained-glass windows, which are based on the theme of creation and renewal. Outside, the lychgate symbolically and physically links the Chapel to the secular part of the School. This and the Frank Elmore Forecourt, with its reflective space, fountain and Florentine statue, complement one of Haileybury’s priceless assets.

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Haileybury Sport Table Tennis Haileybury continues to dominate the APS Table Tennis competition, taking out another APS Premiership. Under the leadership of Co-Captains, Nikita and Jason, this is the 17th time in the last 18 years that Haileybury has taken the title. It was a perfect season for the Haileybury team who did not lose a game, with the closet score being 12-3!

The 2011 dream-team included Nikita Bricknell, Calvin Huynh, Jason Liu (Year 12), Daniel Zou, Callan Jones (Year 10), Somesh Das, Leon Suy, Patrick Wang, David Zhao (Year 9) and Cameron Dallman-Bell (Year 8).

Nikita Bricknell – Table Tennis Star Nikita has been playing Table Tennis for eight years and has represented Haileybury in the boys APS competition for the past three years, this year taking on the role of Co-Captain. In all her time playing for Haileybury, Nikita has never lost a game. Nikita was selected for the second consecutive year in the APS Table Tennis Team, becoming the only girl since the girls APS/AGSV competition was established to be selected in a boys APS representative team. In addition, she was named the Vice Captain of the team, which is the first time a girl has held this position within a boys’ team. She has competed at Nationals six times and has won gold at this event twice. She currently has her sights set on the 2016 Rio Olympic Games.

Tennis Haileybury 1st boys tennis secures premiership

almost 90 minutes of rain delays, the teams were inseparable at 2.00pm. No doubt this will be a motivating point when the two sides meet in next season’s competition.

In the second last round there were four teams with mathematical chances of winning the APS Premiership for 2012. In what could have been our closest encounter for the season, Haileybury managed to outlast a determined St Kevin’s College and secured the 2012 APS Tennis Premiership. The rest, as they say, is history.

It has been an exciting and nail-biting season in APS Boys Tennis. Throughout the season there were several washouts, which kept many teams in the hunt for that elusive tennis premiership. Incredibly, Haileybury Boys 1st Tennis managed to come through the season unbeaten, despite some close moments.

In a rain-affected match against Caulfield, at Melbourne Park beginning at 8.30am, no referee (broken leg) turned up and after

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Capping off a fantastic season for Haileybury Boys Tennis was the selection of three boys in the annual APS v AGS grudge match. In the singles, Jai Corbett played No. 2 and Chris Alexander played at No.7. Jai Corbett and Dexter Bonet combined to play No. 1 doubles pair and Chris Alexander also backed-up in the doubles in No. 3 pair.

Jai Corbett also spent a week, at the end of April, away representing and captaining the Victorian state Pizzy Cup team in Toowoomba.

Peter Wynne Head of Tennis

APS Representatives

Athletics

The APS summer sport season ends each year with a representative match against the AGSV Schools in selected summer sports. Haileybury was honoured to have a number of students selected to represent the APS in these matches. Congratulations to the following students who were selected:

Haileybury has some outstanding young athletes, with Year 12 students, Luke Cann and Keith Rodrigo, representing Australia at the Youth World Championships in Barcelona in July.

Boys Teams

Touch The Haileybury 1st Touch Team began the 2012 season with the introduction of a number of new players. After a solid preseason, the boys were ready to reinforce their commitment and to reinstate Haileybury’s standing as the pre-eminent Touch team.

The start of the season saw the Bloods take on Scotch College. Eager to make amends for last year’s disappointment, the Bloods were pumped and focussed. Round 2, against Melbourne High, and Round 3 against Melbourne Grammar School, continued in the same vein with the Bloods blowing the opposition out of the water.

Round 4 against Brighton Grammar School provided a timely challenge on a 35-degree day. The next game against Trinity Grammar saw the Bloods return to their destructive ways with a 12-4 win.

Round 6 saw Haileybury take on Xavier College. The game was shaping up to be a cracker with both teams coming into the round undefeated. It was a close win, but enough to ensure the Bloods remained undefeated for the entire season.

The Grand Final saw the Bloods playing Xavier again and with Xavier being last year’s nemesis (having knocked us out of the semi), the tension was evident. The final siren saw Haileybury crowned Premiers with a 6 -2 score line.

Congratulations to the boys on a great season and your sportsmanship.

Morgan Dummett Co-Captain Touch

Badminton: David Liang and Lawrence Liu Cricket: Matthew Hutson (emergency) Table Tennis: Nikita Bricknell (Vice Captain), Jason Lou, Leon Suy and Daniel Zou Tennis: Jai Corbett (Captain), Chris Alexander Kromlidias and Dexter Bonet (emergency) Volleyball: Askhay Bhatia, Michael Knott and Harrison Shill.

Girls TeamS Softball: Angela Qiu, Thao Le and

Hannah Le Blanc Badminton: Lousia Ma (Captain) and Barbara Zhao Tennis: Laura Rabinovich (Vice Captain) Volleyball: Letitia Sindt (Vice Captain), Lucy Anderson, Makayla Mitchell, Hannah Paletua and Holly Woodlock.

Swimming The APS Combined Swimming and Diving Championships were held earlier this year with both the Bloods and the Hearts finishing third. The boys and girls teams comprised of students from Years 5-12.

Highlights from the two evenings included: ✣ Samantha Wilkins breaking the 200 M record in the opening swimming event of the evening, breaking Commonwealth and Olympic athlete Ellen Gandy’s 2010 record by 3 seconds

Both students have worked extremely hard in their chosen fields to gain selection for the team. At the Youth Nationals in Sydney earlier in the year, Luke won gold in the Under 20 Javelin and Keith finished fourth in the 400m sprint and picked up a silver medal in the 4 x 400m relay, both securing their place on the Australian team.

Haileybury wishes both boys the best of luck on the world sporting stage!

✣ Diving Captain, Olivia Padley, winning the girls Open Diving; and Kirsten Roode swimming the final freestyle leg of the final event of the program, entering the water in second position and mowing down the Caulfield athlete to end the night with a dramatic victory

keith rodrigo, left, and luke cann

✣ Individual first places to Samantha Wilkins (five first places including two records!), Jessica Clark, Olivia Padley, Melanie Simpson, Teagan Townsend-Gommers, along with the team effort of the Open 200m Freestyle team of Bridget Jones, Brittany Yong, Melanie Simpson and Kirsten Roode ✣ Tyrone Dobrunz breaking the Boys 100m Open Breaststroke record ✣ William

Hannah Le Blanc

Chan, Luke Verma, Elliot Creed, and Mark Irwin breaking the Boys Under 17 200m Breaststroke Relay record.

APS Golf Championship

Asia-Pacific World Schools Golf Challenge

Haileybury successfully defended the APS Golf Championship, winning for the fourth year in a row. The team of Ryan Ruffles (72), Sean Smith (82), Conor Davis (83) and Leigh Pritchard (84) combined for a team score of 237, which was good enough to beat St Kevin’s by six shots. Ryan Ruffles won the individual trophy for the lowest round on the day, shooting an even par round of 72.

Haileybury sent 12 students (ten boys and two girls) to compete in the Asia-Pacific World Schools Golf Challenge, a four-round golf tournament held in the first week of the holidays at St Andrews Beach GC, Eagle Ridge GC and Moonah Links GC (Open and Legends courses). Schools from across Australia and New Zealand were represented, including a school from Namibia.

Highlights of the week included: ✣ Our number one team (Conor Davis, Leigh Pritchard, David Shimmin and Bailey Watson) coming second in the Gross and Net competitions ✣ Our mixed team (Lillie Callow, Bryanna Armao, Will Garner, Mason Shepherd) winning

the net competition, and coming second in the gross Bailey Watson (Year 9 Brighton) winning the Division 2 (handicaps 7-10) gross competition with rounds of 84, 78, 77, 78

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✣ Harrison Gilbert (Year 8 Newlands) coming second in the Division 3 (handicaps 11-16) gross competition with rounds of 84, 83, 83, 87 ✣ Will Garner (Year 9 Newlands) coming second in the Division 4 (handicaps 17-21) completion, and third in the net, with rounds of 87, 91, 98, 85.

The golf team now aims to compete in the 2013 World Schools Golf Challenge, which will be held in Thailand. Schools from across the world will compete in this event, which will be held in the April school holidays.

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Archives

Captains Corner Jack Armstrong Captain of Haileybury College

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n my time as Captain of Haileybury College, it’s been hard to fully comprehend how seemingly fast everything has passed.

For years, school seemed a long, uphill battle, however, it’s only now in my final year that everything seems to have sped by at such a quick pace; it’s difficult to remember it all.

That isn’t to say that I don’t remember some of the fun and exciting things I’ve been able to do. Late last year I was lucky enough to spend five weeks in Bordeaux, France, which was simply, one of those experiences I will carry throughout my life. For any student who is learning a language, I think that actually going to the country you hear and learn so much about, adds a whole new dimension of meaning and relevance to your study.

“ ...scores of immensely able students, whose talents stem, not only from natural ability, but also their own perseverance and application.”

In obtaining the captaincy, I’ve been forced to adjust and balance all my commitments in academics, sport and music, which has inevitably been the greatest challenge of the role. Initially this was something I struggled with, however, it was also something I worked hard towards and made a big effort to achieve.

Zara McDonald Captain of Haileybury Girls College

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nsurprisingly, Semester 1 has flown by speedily, as students have immersed themselves in all aspects of Haileybury culture. The atmosphere of Senior School continues to be as unique as we have always known it, encapsulated by the diligence and persistence of the entire Girls School, who seamlessly embody all that it means to be a true Haileybury heart.

While keeping up with what can only be characterised as a demanding workload, the girls have managed to finish off an incredible season of Summer Sport. Although unable to get their hands on an elusive premiership cup, special mention must go to our 1st Rowing girls who worked tirelessly over the summer

“ ...performances that have highlighted the depth of talent and opportunity within the School” to row well at the Heads of the River. Similarly, our 1st Tennis girls came frightfully close to their own premiership, losing only one match all season in a fine display of sporting prowess.

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I’ve eventually been able to strike a balance, making the most of what I can in the time that I have which, personally, is something I think is important. Admittedly this can be a little stressful at times, but in my experience it’s also rewarding.

Similarly, it has also been exciting and rewarding to be at Haileybury at a time of great success. On the summer sporting fields, the Bloods have taken out numerous premierships, the most significant being the continuation of our 15-year dominance of the table tennis tables. Additionally, as we now complete the shift into the winter season, the Haileybury football team is looking strong on the back of three consecutive wins, while the depth of the cross-country squad has the Bloods well-placed to vie for premiership honours. Above all, what has underscored my experiences more than anything is the profound talent that exists throughout the School, in all sports and disciplines. Within each year level there are scores of immensely able students, whose talents stem, not only from natural ability, but also their own perseverance and application.

As we look towards a new semester, all students should be congratulated on their efforts and take the time out to relax over the upcoming winter break.

120 years of memories

Afternoon tea party at Brighton Beach c.1914

Haileybury has a long running Archives department who carefully look after and catalogue the School history.

In the School’s 120th year, the Archives team have been hard at work providing historical pieces for the various events scheduled for the School year. Here is a brief selection of some the more unseen images from the last 120 years:

Headmaster Charles Rendall (left) fishing with a friend at Portsea c.1902

Tattoo action in the old Gym c.1979

School Cadets fire the mortar at Camp Puckapunyal 1947

Off the field, the Drama department has expended much of their energy into performances that have highlighted the depth of talent and opportunity within the School.

The Year 10 play, Stories of a Suburban Road, allowed some of our outstanding younger talent to shine, while our Senior School play, The 39 Steps, showcased some our finest drama students in one of our most memorable comic plays to date.

Headmaster, Sholto Black, congratulates swimmer, John Marshall, on his selection for the London Olympics 1948

As always, Social Justice has been the core focus of our time, with heavy emphasis placed on The OakTree Foundation, our whole school charity. Our annual OakTree Week was held in the latter part of Term 1, whereby activities such as Quad parties and Dancing with the Staff succeeded in raising over $2000 for the Foundation, while simultaneously injecting further energy and diversity into Senior School.

Upon reflection, it is fitting to commend all students on their efforts thus far on their contribution to an immensely successful Semester 1. And, as we look towards Semester 2, there is no doubt that our focus will remain on Social Justice as students further engage in Senior School’s many opportunities that endorse the beauty of active involvement in school life.

Middle School girls c.2002

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OHA News President’s Message

OHA Contacts Executive Director: Russell Davidson (OH ’86) Russell.davidson@haileybury.vic.edu.au PH 9213 2218 Administration Assistant: Gaby Dowling Gaby.dowling@haileybury.vic.edu.au PH 9213 2260 FAX 9213 2271 www.oha.org.au

Merchandise The OHA is selling ties in a new silk material for $25. Additionally, members can purchase this tie in a specially designed box with the OHA logo for $30 – a great Father’s Day or birthday present. Contact the OHA Office on 9213 2260 to make your purchase.

The first six months of 2012 have seen the culmination of two years’ work to restructure the OHA. At an extraordinary General Meeting in early February, motions to pass a new constitution and restructure the council were adopted unanimously.

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o better structure what, at times, was an unwieldy council in excess of 25 members, a slim lined nine-member Senior Executive will lead the organisation with a similar sized group of Young Leaders who will drive the organisation’s engagement with recent leavers. This smaller Senior Management Team will allow the OHA to be more nimble, while the Young Leaders will play an extremely important role, given engaging recent leavers has been identified as the OHA’s number one priority in the four-year strategic plan adopted at the March Senior Executive meeting.

Clubs are a key part of the strategy and Jarrod McLauchlan is leading the development of a club support program which will see clubs able to source funding to support their initiatives. Central to the criteria will be the development of the club, with a view to attracting new members, providing better services and offering opportunities for female OHs to participate. The amount of volunteer time required to manage clubs and the cost of running them, communicating with members, paying insurance etc, make this program a high priority for the OHA.

The strategy will guide all that the OHA does and is available for member review at www.oha.org.au.

A large amount of work is underway to establish a scholarship program to allow the OHA to support sons and daughters of OHs who may not be able to afford a Haileybury education. There is no shortage of complexity in building a program such as this, and ensuring the correct criteria and evaluation processes are in place. Our aim is to have the first scholarship recipient attending the School at the start of 2013.

The strategy simplifies our mission statement:

Win a $100 voucher Simply register with OHA online at www.oha.org.au between now and 30 July and you will automatically go in the draw to win a $100 voucher for lunch or dinner, courtesy of the New Bay Hotel – cnr New and Bay St in Brighton. Those who update their email addresses or other details will also be eligible.

Social Media

“ The Old Haileyburians’ Association promotes the unity, welfare and advancement of Old Haileyburians and the entire Haileybury community through a range of vibrant and engaging services that promote the values of social inclusion and community service.”

The mission highlights two values: social inclusion and community service, which were identified as at the heart of what Haileyburians believe sets their school and the OHA apart.

This is particularly the case for recent leavers, albeit the Haileybury community has long valued both, with social inclusion at the heart of the diversity of backgrounds seen across Haileybury’s past and present students.

In addition, work is underway on a community service support fund, reinvigorating our social media presence, new informal industry events and a range of other initiatives. Phew!

In closing, I had the great pleasure, in March, of spending a morning with Haileybury’s first female graduates as part of the celebration of their five-year reunion. These Haileyburians had a short time at the School, but after listening to their experiences and passion for Haileybury I was reminded not only of how wonderful an opportunity a Haileybury education is, but also how lifelong opportunity comes from the friendships and networks made at the School and through the OHA. These opportunities are there for us all, and I encourage you to visit our website or Facebook page to see the upcoming events and get along.

Luke Bould (OH ’91) OHA President

OHA Council

Vale

The following members form the OHA Senior Executive: Luke Bould (OH ’91) – OHA President Rob Aivatoglou (OH ’86) Ian Clydesdale (OH ’77) Nic Cummins (OH ’91) Russell Davidson (OH ’86) Mandy Fraser-Jones (Staff ) Jamie Harris (OH ’96) Bernie Ladds (OH ’81) Jarrod McLachlan (OH 2002) Ben Sze (OH 2002) – currently on a

six-month sabbatical from Council.

Matt Vicars (OH 2002)

The role of the Senior Executive is to agree on a strategic plan for the OHA over the next three years. Each member of Council has been allocated a specific portfolio area (Events, Finance, Clubs, Marketing and Communications, Community and Executive) and is expected to develop a strategy designed to maximise the engagement of OHA members and the Haileybury community.

The overall plan of the OHA is to grow and diversify our services, especially for recent leavers, current students and parents and to engage young and female members.

The following members form the OHA Young Leaders Advisory Group: Katherine Atkins (OH 2009) Gordon Barnett (OH 2009) Mietta McDonald (OH 2010) Dayna Schinz (OH 2007) Jason Perri (OH 2007) Kirsty Wynn (OH 2011) Delani Cruse (OH 2009) James Hunter-Smith (OH 2009) Nick Hewawissa (OH 2011) Jared Hopping (OH 2007)

The group is chaired by Russell Davidson.

The role of the Young Leaders Advisory Group is to determine what our young members (under the age of 25) want from our organisation. The group will be advising the OHA on issues such as communication via social media, events, clubs, programs and services.

A full profile of each member of both groups can be found at the following link – http://www.oha.org.au/index.php?id=119

OHA Medal The winner of the OHA Medal for 2011 is Professor Geoffrey Cleghorn (OH ’71).

The Old Haileyburians Medal is a unique way of recognising Old Haileyburians who have attained significant and exceptional achievement, in their field of endeavour, beyond that which would be expected of a person holding that position. Such achievement may be recognised either within the State, nationwide or internationally.

Geoffrey Cleghorn is Deputy Head of the School of Medicine and Professor of Paediatrics and Child Health at the University of Queensland. Professor

Cleghorn has published in excess of 250 scientific articles and book chapters and is an invited lecturer and public speaker on a number of infant related issues including perinatal and paediatric nutrition. His research interests include the use of energy expenditure and body composition analysis in a number of disease states including chronic liver disease, cystic fibrosis, and general nutritional rehabilitation.

Valerie Avery Valerie was the wife of former Vice Chairman and Life Governor, Tony Avery and the mother of Old Haileyburians Andy (OH ’75) and David (OH ’77).

Tim Costelloe (OH ’70) Tim lost his fight with cancer whilst living in the Philippines. Tim played First XI Hockey and subsequently with the OHAHC. Colin Crawford (OH ’28) Colin passed away

earlier this year.

David Harry (OH ’64) David passed away in Sydney earlier this year.

WES PERRY Wes was the Bursar of Haileybury from 1959 to 1985, and played a very significant role in planning and managing the successful expansion of Haileybury’s operations from Brighton to include Keysborough. Wes is remembered by the Haileybury community as one of nature’s gentlemen. His commitment to the School, and his care for those within it, were of the highest order.

Andrew Short (OH 2004) Andrew was well known for his athletic talents while at Haileybury, competing in the Open 100m and 200m at the APS athletics in his final year. Our deepest sympathy is extended to his family, in particular his parents, Max and Dolores.

Adam Wild (OH ’92) Adam was an outstanding teacher at Haileybury and a much loved former student. He leaves behind a wife and three children. Our deepest sympathies are extended to his family and in particular his father, Dr Lyndon Wild, also a former member of staff at Haileybury.

New additions Andrew Jenke (OH ’98) and his wife welcomed their daughter, Charlotte, in late 2011.

We congratulate Professor Cleghorn on this outstanding achievement.

Ben Koetsier (OH ’99) and his wife Taryn welcomed Ainsley Anne on May 1.

Previous winners of the OHA Medal have been: 2008 : Hon Justice Lex Lasry (OH ’66) 2009 : Tony Taggart (OH ’69) 2010 : Dr Ian Watterson (OH ’75)

Paul Langford Jones (OH ’95) and his wife Carissa welcomed their first daughter, Taylor.

Nominations for the OHA Medal can be taken at any time by detailing the nominee’s achievements and sending to Russell Davidson. The closing date for nominations for 2012 is October 31.

L-R: TAYLOR LANGFORD JONES AND CHARLOTTE JENKE

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OHA Clubs OHA Athletics The winter season has started strongly for our men’s Cross Country team. We are well placed to defend our 2011 Becky Neave (OH 2008) premiership and secure a ninth title in the past 10 seasons. There has been little separating Old Xavier and Old Haileybury in recent seasons. The opening race of the season was another classic battle with Old Xaverians coming out on top by the barest of margins – 61 points to 62. This was the second consecutive one-point result, and a reverse of the result that saw us clinch the 2011

premiership in the closest finish in the history of the competition.

Our women’s team has recorded two solid fourth-placings thus far, behind a powerful Old Xaverians team. With the possible inclusion of former school stars, Tessa Craig and Mel Townsend at the next event, we are hopeful of ending their record streak of 17 wins and three seasons without defeat. Leading performers have been Robyn Millard and Georgina Beech.

The competition suits all ages and ability levels.

Please contact Andrew Scott (OH ‘90) if you are interested in getting involved – Andrew.scott@haileybury.vic.edu.au

In 2013 we would like to field our first women’s team. For this to be successful a group of passionate old girls is needed to help drive the initiative.

For more information about the club or how to become involved, please contact Club President Chris Jame (OH 2004)

Old Haileybury Bowling Club recently participated in the Public Schools Old Boys’ Bowls Association Tournament at Kew Heights Bowling Club.

While the team was missing a few old boy regulars due to a conflicting tournament in Echuca, it opened the door for an influx of new Old Haileybury bowlers to join the team.

New members in 2012 included Andrew Tinkler, Frank Vorchord, Max Tinkler, Alan Wyatt, Norm McIntyre and Luke Donaldson.

With the Haileybury flag flying amongst regular participants including Caulfield Grammarians, Old Wesley Collegians, Old Melburnians, Old Xaverians, St.Kevin’s Old Collegians and Old Scotch, the boys were keen to go a step further from last year’s third position.

The Old Haileybury Soccer Club is into its foUrth year in 2012. After a challenging 2011 season in the FFV Men’s Metropolitan League, the bloods are enjoying a return to Sunday games in the FFV Men’s 3rds Division 2.

(email: cdjame@gmail.com or mobile: 0418 358 020) or Head Coach Nic Apostolidis (email: nic.apostolidis@gmail. com or mobile: 0405 535 997).

The Old Haileybury Soccer Club is looking for a major sponsor in 2012/13.

Please contact us if you are interested in supporting the development of our growing club.

Join us on Facebook: ‘Old Haileybury Soccer Club’

The best performing rink for Old Haileybury was that skipped by Brian Howarth, with Norm McIntryre in 3rd, Russell Bingham in 2nd and Alan Wyatt as Lead. The boys won all three rinks including knocking off the top rink in the winning team from Old Xavier.

The remaining rinks for Old Haileybury also did well throughout the day and competitive spirits were high. The team was to pick up an additional three rinks and finish a credible mid-table.

A terrific day was had by all and Old Haileybury will prepare again for next year’s tilt at the title.

A special thanks to Russell Davidson for his support of the team and help throughout the year.

A reminder that Old Haileybury Bowling Club is now established at the Bentleigh Bowls Club, Higgins Rd Bentleigh and OHA members will receive favourable rates on membership or when booking the club for birthday celebrations, events, corporate days etc.

If anyone has any enquiries please contact Mark Thompson (OH ‘82) on 0407 040715 or e-mail mark.thompson15@bigpond.com.au.

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OHA Thoroughbred Club

OHA Hockey

40 syndicate holders will be holding their breath with excitement as the first horse racing for the OHA Thoroughbred Club takes to the track in August. Racing in the Haileybury colours of magenta and black (with a gold pompom on the cap) our first horse is appropriately named Magenta and Black.

She is a two-year-old filly, trained by past Haileybury parent, Michael Kent with breeding through Holy Roman Emperor and She’s Alluring. With some luck you may see some excited owners adorning the city racecourses this Spring!

On home turf recently, we won convincingly, to draw level on the premiership ladder with Old Xavier. The team score of 32 points was an equal club record and the trifecta of Haileybury athletes on the podium was a club first.

Leading performers early in the season have included Lennon Wicks, John Cochrane, Steve Isbel, Simon Hurt and David Bayley.

OHA Soccer

The 2012 season has been one of rebuilding, with a number of new faces taking the field. Being based at Haileybury Keysborough gives our members access to some of the best playing and training facilities in the State. The club strongly encourages more recent old boys and girls to come and be a part of something special as our great club grows.

OHA Lawn Bowls

For further information or to lodge an expression of interest for the next syndicate, please contact Russell Davidson.

Filly magenta and black

OHA Football It has been a good start to the season with all sides having wins in the early part of the season. Club coaches, Darren Seccull (OH ’84), Stewart Loewe and Dale Andersen (OH ’89) have been very impressed with the attendances at training and the desire to be successful in 2012. All of our major sponsors have come on board again in 2012 – Bank of Queensland Frankston, Astoria Honda and Buxton Real Estate Hampton East.

We enjoyed a big game/day when we played at Keysborough on the Rendall Oval against Old Brighton on the 23rd of June. All sides, including the School 1st XVIII played.

Please contact Andrew Hicks

(OH ’79) at hpbureau@iinet. net.au with any enquiries.

OHA Cricket The OHA Cricket Club had a breakthrough season in 2011/12, participating in the MCC Club X1 competition.

Playing for the first time since 2009/10, the Club fielded a full team in each one of its games and while a victory was not celebrated this season, the OHCC are looking forward to an exciting year ahead. The Club is looking to field two teams in 2012/13 and interested players are invited to contact Club President, Leigh Boughton (OH 2001) at lboughton@regentaus.com.au The Club is proudly sponsored by Oceans Mooloolaba – www.oceansmooloolaba.com.au

Established in 1967, the Old Haileyburian Hockey Club has been an integral part of the OHA Community, with a mix of players graduating anywhere from one year ago to 20-plus years ago.

The Club has seen significant expansion with this season seeing three teams playing.

The first men’s team has had significant success in the state league competition, with a premiership in the previous season, resulting in the promotion to State League 4 competition. Further, the second men’s team is fighting strongly in the metro three division with promising results in the beginning of the season.

Old Skool Aerobics The girls in the Haileybury Old Skool Aerobics Team have begun the season with the annual Aerobics Display Night, showcasing their routine to family and friends of the Haileybury dance and aerobics community.

The first heats competition in Geelong, in May (with State heats following late June) will see the girls battle it off to try and qualify for the Nationals which will be held in Sydney this year.

Rosie Hart (OH 2010)

Most of the games are held at Haileybury, with training on the Monash University hockey field, every Wednesday from 9.00 – 10.30am. During the summer, we also organise a mixed hockey team. For all players who are interested in having a game over the summer break.

There are a number of ways to get involved with the Club, either as a player or a social member of the Club. These include a number of social activities that the OHA Hockey Club runs throughout the year including trivia nights, random club events and a presentation dinner at the end of the season.

With this ongoing success of the Club, as well as the push to get more involved with hockey at school, we are constantly looking to expand the Club for both the men and women’s teams. If you are interested in playing for OHAHC, please feel free to contact the Club through the Club website. Otherwise please feel free to send any question through regarding our club: president@ohahc.org.au.

Ashesh Jalota (OH 2008)

the old skool aerobics team

OHA Dance Haileybury Old School Hip Hop began in 2009 for ex-students to continue their passion for dance after graduating from Haileybury. The team trains under the guidance of Melissa Ault who has coached the very competitive hip hop teams at Haileybury for five years.

Training once a week in the dance studio at Haileybury Senior School, Keysborough, we work towards a number of competitions and performances throughout the year. Our first performance on May 8 was extremely successful, which gives us high hopes for our future competitions in 2012.

For further information please contact Bridget Kelly (OH 2008) at bridget_kelly1234@hotmail.com.

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OHA Events Class of 1972 Reunion

Upcoming Events South East Asian Reunion

40 years on, the Class of 1972 gathered to celebrate and reminisce about their time at Haileybury. 20 members were present at the School’s Founders Assembly, which marked 120 years this year.

Ken Phillips Day

Industry Nights

Nine sports were played at the end of Term 1, with three being drawn (Boys Soccer, Netball and Boys Hockey). The OHA won three matches (Cross-country, Girls and Boys Basketball) with Haileybury teams victorious in Football, Girls Hockey and Girls Soccer. Over 300 current students and Old Haileyburians participated in a very successful day.

The Class of ’72 following the Founders Day Assembly

Russell Davidson, Andrew Wigg and Mike Pajmon (all OH ’86)

Class of ‘72 Michael Stenford and Steve Dedrick

Sincock Cup

Engineering and IT Over 100 attendees were able to network with Engineering and IT experts at our first industry event for the year. Attendees included current students and Haileybury graduates. The benefits of OHA membership were showcased, with industry experts providing valuable insights into day-to-day tasks, diversity in the fields, and expectations of salaries and career opportunities.

The victorious Haileybury team with the Sincock Cup

Every year the Sincock Cup is held in which a team of Old Boys take on a team of current Haileybury students. After a crushing defeat last year the current students fought back to take the cup this year.

Haileyburians have spread far and wide across the globe so it is only fitting that those living away from home gather to catch up. Earlier in the year a reunion was held in Singapore.

Paul Jemmeson (OH ’84) with Year 11 students Colton Carner and Alex Graham

Class of ’72 David Legge, Richard Willcock, Richard Lingard, Russell Cummins and Russell Macquarrie

Old Haileybury Football Club Under 19’s

Doran to Doran – Ned (Year 9) to Scott (OH ’84)

OHA Business Breakfast

Class of 2007 Girls Reunion

Class of 1982 Reunion The Class of 1982 recently gathered to celebrate their 30-year reunion. The evening was full of plenty of laughs for all the attendees.

2012 was an exciting year as it marked the five-year reunion for the first ever graduate class from Haileybury Girls College. Many members of the Class of 2007 gathered for a special Haileybury Girls College Assembly at the Keysborough campus.

Law and Humanities

OHA Netballers Current students Vinay Lakshman, Patrick Ho and Siobhan Twist with John Cracknell (OH ’71)

John Cracknell (OH ’71 School Captain), CEO of Walt Disney Australia, was the guest speaker at the OHA Business Breakfast at the International of Brighton. John led an engaging discussion on the future of the entertainment industry and an insight into the business of Disney.

A great night was had by over 100 attendees at the Law and Humanities Industry event.

What a great kick start to a career for those attendees to network with the likes of the Hon. Justice Lex Lasry, Advertising expert Chris Jeffares, actor Myles Collins, legal guru John de Wijn QC and many more.

Derek Josephs and Paul Antos

Paul Ross (OH ’85), Myles Collins (OH ’87) and Bruce Eva (OH ’85)

Class of 2007 Girls

Public Schools Golf Association Golf Day Date: Friday, 23 November Venue: Royal Melbourne Golf Club Time: 8.00am or 1.00pm Open to all Haileyburians with a golf handicap.

The OHA will be organising this event for the next two years and we encourage participation from members. Contact Roger Holding at rholding@bigpond.net.au

OHA Men’s and Women’s Health Evening Wednesday, 19 September. Haileybury, Keysborough.

Business Breakfast Friday, 21 September. The International of Brighton. Guest Speaker: Professor Julian Savalescu.

Brian ‘Weary’ Clark Club Luncheon Friday, 12 October. Milanos, Brighton.

Class of 2002 (10-year) Reunion Friday, 12 October. Haileybury, Keysborough.

Class of 1992 (20-year) Reunion Friday, 26 October. Haileybury Keysborough.

Advertising expert, Chris Jeffares (OH ’89) enjoying passing on his knowledge to Haileybury students

Lucas Petrovich (OH 2004) and Alastair Wyatt (OH 2006)

OHA Golf Day Date: Friday, 19 October Venue: Kingswood Golf Club Time: 12.15pm Bookings : Open shortly. Contact Russell Davidson for further information or to book a sponsorship package.

Class of 1962 (50-year) Reunion Saturday, 13 October. Haileybury, Brighton.

Ally Woodlock and Alana Schinz (both OH 2009) Lauren Hodgson, An Duoung and Syafiqah Khan

OHA Football Luncheon Date: Thursday, 13 September Venue: Melbourne Cricket Ground Time: 12.30pm Bookings: Open shortly. Contact Russell Davidson for further information.

YOHA EVENT (2007-2011) Date: Friday, 31 August Venue: TBC Time: 8.00pm Avik Chakrabarti and Andrew Baker (both OH 2001) with Ben and Phillippa Solly

Back Row : Ralph Youie (OH ’79) and Matthew Walker (OH ’87) Front Row: Kevin Talbot (OH ’72), Danielle Youie, Chris Schreurs (OH ’97) and Peter Ladd (OH ’98)

Class of 2007 Reunion Date: Friday, 27 July Venue: Bridie O’Reilly’s, South Yarra.

Time: 7.00pm Bookings: www.oha.org.au

Western Australian Reunion Date: Saturday, 10 November Venue: BlueWater Grill and Function Centre, Applecross, WA Time: 12.00pm Class of 1987 (25-year) Reunion Friday, 23 November. Riva, St Kilda.

South Australian Reunion Date: Thursday, 29 November Venue: Universal Wine Bar, 285 Rundle St, Adelaide Time: 6.30pm Class of 1977 (35-Year) Reunion Friday, 30 November. Venue TBC.

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OHA Haileybury Foundation

Where are they now?

OHA Mentoring Program It is our pleasure to announce to the Old Haileyburians Association members, the addition of our new Mentoring Board now available on the OHA website. This is available for both Mentors and Mentees (Haileybury graduates).

I With the launch of the Haileybury Foundation, we are calling on the Haileybury community – past and present – to support future generations of students by giving generously to our range of fundraising programs.

T

he Haileybury Foundation is seen by the School Council as an investment in our students – both present and future – and a lasting recognition of those who have gone before them.

Old Haileyburians living in the USA or Canada who make gifts to the Foundation may claim them as a deduction on their US income or Canadian tax return, through The Australian Independent Schools (AIS) USA Foundation.

Members of the Haileybury community have been very generous to the Foundation, and we have received donations aggregating around $130,000 in the Foundation’s first 18 months, together with a very generous commitment from one Old Haileyburian to fund two fullscholarships on an ongoing basis. This commitment is worth close to a further $50,000 per year. To this point, most donations have been to the Haileybury Scholarship Fund, as we have been seeking, however, we have also been fortunate to receive initial contributions to the Haileybury Building Fund and the Haileybury Library Fund.

Your gift and generosity will help ensure that Haileybury consolidates its position as one of Australia’s great schools and achieves its vision of being recognised as a great world school.

For further information on the Haileybury Foundation, please contact Russell Davidson on 9213 2218.

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Don Lord (OH ’61) was honoured with Life Membership of the Richmond Football Club in December after 10 years as a Director.

n order to have a successful mentoring program, we need to help foster a culture where the sharing of experiences, wisdom and networks, knowledge and know-how is the ‘norm’. Becoming a mentor is a great way to keep in touch with your OHA community while having an impact on the next generation. As a mentor, you will be able to engage in discussions about your line of work and also use the opportunity to assess your own strengths and career development.

We encourage all Old Haileyburians to share their experience and insights with other members, especially those who are about to embark on professional careers. All information is confidential and will not be shared without your permission. When you are contacted (via a private email request), you are encouraged to negotiate your own arrangements with your mentee.

Thomas Moreton (OH 2009) and Richard Kingston (OH ’77) are both part of the OHA Mentoring Program.

The closing date for registrations for mentors and mentees will be Friday, 28 September 2012.

The official OHA Mentoring Launch will be held on Tuesday, 16 October 2012.

Further Information For more information about the OHA Mentoring Program, please contact Russell Davidson on 9213 2218 or email to russell. davidson@haileybury.vic.edu.au

Benefits for Mentees ✣

Access to a professional who can provide guidance and support

OHA Jobs Board

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Networking opportunities with peers and senior practitioners

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Advice during the developmental stages of your career

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New skills to advance to the next level of your career path

Click on to the OHA website www.oha.org.au for details of our jobs board. Located under OHA Jobs, the directory provides an outstanding service for those wishing to provide access to employment for Old Haileyburians.

Benefits for Mentors Senior practitioners have a wealth of knowledge and experience to offer emerging professionals about the realities of the workforce. Your participation will provide you with: ✣

Networking opportunities across different industries

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Access to up-and-coming talent

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The challenge and excitement of working with a passionate emerging professional

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And that feeling of satisfaction that comes from helping someone be all that they can be

What Does It Involve? ✣

Frequency of contact: once a month (or more if it suits you)

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Commitment: two hours per month (or more if it suits you)

This new service operating exclusively for OHA members will benefit both employers and employees.

Old Haileyburians wishing to advertise a job can do so by emailing the available position to Russell Davidson.

The position description will appear on the OHA website under the industry category within 24 hours of being sent. Old Haileyburians will be able to access this information and apply for the position. Selected positions will be advertised in the monthly OHA bulletin.

There is no charge to advertise a position via this medium. Further information can be obtained by contacting Russell Davidson on 9213 2218.

Robert Pollock (OH ’66) received an Australia Day Award with a Medal (OAM) of the Order of Australia in the General Division for service to tourism and to the community of southern New South Wales.

Paul Hameister (OH ’87) announced that his documentary Everest the Promise has just won its first award – the Sir Edmund Hillary Award for Best Documentary at the 2012 Mountain Film Awards in USA. Chelsea Frawley (OH 2010) has recently made the Under 21 State Rowing team and becomes the first female rower from Haileybury to make State level – an excellent achievement!

Steve Khamtanh (OH 2002) and Ben Sze (OH 2002) recently tied the knot to Jess and Heidi respectively.

Bruce Vine (OH ’62) received the Australian Fire Service Medal presented by the Governor General on Australia Day for providing exemplary service and dedication as a volunteer with the Country Fire Authority (CFA) in Victoria for 39 years.

Grace Loh (OH 2009) finished fourth in the 100m backstroke and Josh Beaver (OH 2011) narrowly missed selection for the Olympic team in his event of the 200m backstroke at the recent National Swimming Championships held in Adelaide.

Glenn Baker (OH ’95) as Head Coach of Southport Olympic Swimming Club, has placed swimmers on Australian Teams (senior and youth), Olympic Games (Beijing 2008) and coached multiple Australian Open and Age record holders in recent years.

David Dangerfield (OH ’91) is a Urological and Laparoscopic Surgeon based at Bayside Urology in Mentone. See below for more information on the services David provides.

Tory Dickson (OH 2005) debuted for AFL Club, Western Bulldogs, in Round 1 of the AFL season.

Zoe Strapp (OH 2011) was the winner of the Wonders of Wood Australian Wood Design Exhibition (amateur award) for her beautifully designed and handcrafted surfboard. Zoe even developed a marketing strategy, a brand name and logo for the surfboard. Akua is the brand name she chose to put on her board; apart from sounding appropriately cool as a surf brand name, Zoe chose Akua as it is the Hawaiian name for Goddess of the Sea. George Thomas (OH 2003) was recently married to Mary.

Manas Khurana (OH 2000) was recently awarded his PhD in Aerospace Engineering from RMIT University. Most recently, he was awarded the Boeing Australia PhD Award which is presented to the best Aerospace Engineering Research candidate who has made significant contributions to the Aerospace industry.

Andrew Lynch (OH ’76) was recently announced by Cricket Australia as the inaugural winner of the Gregory Medal, as the outstanding Talent Manager of the Year for 2011-12.

Adjunct Professor Simon Molesworth AM QC (OH ’71) was appointed an Officer in the Order of Australia for distinguished service to conservation and the environment, to heritage preservation at national and international levels, to the professions and natural resource sectors, and to community health organisations.

Chris Pfeiffer (OH ’67) was awarded an Order of Australia Medal for service to the Australian Wine Industry as the founder of Pfeiffer Wines, and to the community of Rutherglen.

Tom Crebbin (OH ’82) recently completed the Melbourne Ironman Triathlon in an amazing time of 10 hours and three minutes.

Ben Welsh (OH ‘99) also completed the Melbourne Ironman in a time of 9:16 and, in doing so, qualified for the Hawaiian Ironman later this year and will line up against a red hot field including Lance Armstrong.

Jon Holland (OH 2005) has been named an Australian Institute of Sport scholar. The 2012 Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) men’s scholarship program at the Cricket Australia Centre of Excellence (COE) will contain a combination of players identified for potential Australia A and ICC U19 Cricket World Cup selection.

James Pattinson (OH 2008) became Haileybury’s second-only Test Cricketer (after Gerry Hazlitt debuted in 1907) when he made his debut at the Gabba against New Zealand on December 1, 2011. In a stunning debut, he took five wickets for 27 runs in the second innings of this match and helped Australia to a nine-wicket win, then took another five-wicket haul in the first innings of the second test, and was named Man of the Series, with 14 wickets at an average of 14.00 across the two tests. He won another Man of the Match award in his next Test – the 2011 Boxing Day Test against India – with match figures of 6/108 and a useful 55 runs with the bat. James has now played five Test Matches and taken 26 wickets.

An extraordinary start to his career!

Congratulations also to Victoria Na (OH 2008) who will play Badminton for Australia at the London Olympics.

Andrew Jackson (OH ’94) received an Order of Australia Medal in the Military Division (RAAF) for meritorious service as Number 81 Wing Standardisation Officer and ‘B’ Flight Commander, Number 2 Operational Conversion Unit.

James Magner (OH 2005) debuted for AFL Club, Melbourne, in Round 1 of the AFL season.

David Kenley (OH ’75) was awarded on Order of Australia Medal for service to communities affected by the 2009 Victorian bushfires, particularly through coordination and action of relief efforts provided by the Australian Children’s Trust.

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