LGS Foundation Annual Report 2023

THE LAURISTON FOUNDATION INC.

Annual Report 2023

Celebrating our community, their generosity, and the impact for every Lauriston girl.

2023 Board Members

ALICE ROBINSON (OL 1991)

Appointed August 2020

Chair August 2022–May 2023

Governor

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR

JANE FREEMANTLE OAM (MASON, OL 1966)

Appointed December 2018

Governor

Elizabeth Kirkhope Circle

TOM O’BRIEN

Appointed November 2021

Governor

ELISE GILLESPIE (OL 1999)

Appointed August 2018

Chair since May 2023

Huntingtower Circle

SUSAN JUST

Appointed August 2015

Ex Officio, School Principal

Elizabeth Kirkhope Circle

DR MARK ROBERTS

Appointed October 2019

Founder

JENNY ULLMER (CHU, OL 1999)

Appointed August 2021

Huntingtower Circle

RUNYING (CHERRY) ZHAO

Appointed September 2022 Trustee

CLAUDETTE LEEMING (OL 1991)

Appointed August 2022

Ex Officio, Chair of School Council Trustee

CAROLINE SLADEN (OL 1993)

Appointed May 2022 Trustee

Key Achievements 2023

ELISE GILLESPIE OL (1999)

As I reflect on my first year as Chair of the Lauriston Foundation, I am filled with gratitude for the opportunity to continue my family’s legacy in supporting Lauriston. My own school days at Lauriston hold cherished memories, as does our enduring connection to Howqua through Gillespie House.

In my role as Foundation Chair, I am excited to collaborate with our Board of Directors to offer strategic insight, advocacy, and fundraising support for Lauriston Girls’ School.

The year 2023 marked significant milestones for Lauriston. We celebrated the opening of the Year 5/6 Centre, which embodies our commitment to providing exceptional education at every level. Additionally, the triumphant

‘ I am delighted to continue my family’s connection to Lauriston. I have fond memories of my school days, and our lifelong connection to Howqua through Gillespie House. ’

return of music to Hamer Hall after the pandemic underscore our dedication to holistic development and the arts.

Moreover, the Howqua campus commemorated its 30th anniversary — a testament to its enduring impact on generations of Lauriston students. To honour this milestone and address the growing demand and increased enrolments at Lauriston, the Foundation launched a new campaign to raise funds for an additional house at Howqua. The response from our community has been heartwarming, and the Back to Howqua Day united past and present students, staff, and supporters in celebration.

Throughout the history of the Lauriston Foundation, funds have been raised to enable the development of facilities and programs that provide girls with equal

access to education opportunities. This commitment is evident in our most recent building campaign, It’s Her Turn.

I extend my gratitude to all who have supported Lauriston this year, whether through contributions to the meanstested Scholarship, leaving a lasting legacy in the new Sport precinct, or contributing to the new house at Howqua. Your generosity sustains our vision and enriches the Lauriston experience for all.

I would also like to acknowledge the invaluable contributions of outgoing Chair of the Foundation, Alice Robinson, as well as the continuing support of Chair of Council, Claudette Leeming, and Principal Susan Just. Your leadership and guidance have been instrumental in shaping Lauriston’s journey in 2023.

Elise Gillespie (centre) and her family

SUSAN JUST Principal

‘ The education we receive shapes us as individuals. The learning environments we create are about the people who inhabit them and the ability of the space to enable relationship building and approaches to learning which meet the needs of each student. ’

Loris Malaguzzi, a central figure in the development of the Reggia Emilia approach to education, wrote in 1984 that we value space because of its power to organize, promote pleasant relationships between people of different ages, create a handsome environment, provide changes, promote choices and activities, and its potential for sparking all kinds of social, effective and cognitive learning. All this contributes to a sense of wellbeing and security in children. Indeed, the Reggia Emilia philosophy prioritizes the environment as the ‘third teacher’, because it contains educational content and messages and is charged with stimuli toward interactive experiences and constructive learning.

Throughout 2023, our students and teachers had the opportunity to utilize the learning spaces of the Year 5/6 Centre, Ullmer Sports and Wellbeing Centre and the Adventure Playground. By way of example and from an architectural perspective we were able to offer our teachers and students the diverse spaces needed for learning and in the Year 5/6 Centre, each classroom offered different opportunities for our teachers to explore approaches to teaching and learning. The common areas became places for learning and for recreation. The tinkering space was

filled with activities which enhanced creativity, problem solving and working collaboratively. The teachers and students have commented on the calm atmosphere of the Year 5/6 Centre which has been supported through acoustic treatments, colour palette and air quality. The Year 5/6 Centre provides a window to the history of Lauriston Girls’ School, with visible reminders of the gymnasium that was, and the architectural design of the original building being maintained.

In 2023 Lauriston celebrated the 30th anniversary of our Howqua campus. Above all things, our Howqua students present, past and future, have become connected with our campus and the surrounding High Country through which they travelled. They developed a relationship with the place which was their home for twelve months and with the people who live and work there and with the external environment in which they had the time to experience its sounds, smells and shifting appearances throughout the day and night.

Howqua is a place of powerful learning where young people learn about themselves and their capacity for accepting challenges. They learn to become more resilient and independent and forge relationships with their peers that may last for the rest of their lives.

It was with excitement that we announced the construction of a new Howqua student house and throughout the year the fundraising target of $300,000 was successfully reached. The Howqua student house will mirror our current student houses. The architecture of our student houses fits well with the terrain on our Howqua campus and provides our students not only with sufficient space for themselves but also to align themselves as a ‘family’. The architecture of any building at Howqua, including student houses, is focused on how comfortably it will sit within the environment without detracting from the surrounding bushland setting. We will continue to work towards the construction of the Howqua House in readiness for its first group of Howqua students in 2026.

In 2023 construction began on the Blairholme Early Learning Centre and our focus has been the creation of an environment which will be the ‘third teacher’ as expressed through the Reggia Emilia philosophy of education.

The Blairholme Early Learning Centre has been designed to create a safe space for our children, with an emphasis on their physical and emotional wellbeing. We aim, through design, to create spaces for learning and social interaction. We will have a number of children attending the Blairholme Early Learning Centre with

their siblings and within our design considerations for this building, we have created spaces where they will be able to observe each other on a daily basis.

At Lauriston we give as much attention to the outdoor spaces as we do to the indoor spaces because they are also learning spaces for our children and young people. Attention was given to the landscape design for the Adventure Playground, Year 5/6 Centre and the Ullmer Sports and Wellbeing Centre and it was a pleasure to observe the children and young people use these outdoor spaces throughout 2023 for both play and learning. Our Howqua campus environment also follows a carefully designed landscape

plan using appropriate planting for the region in which our campus was established.

There is a carefully planned landscape design for the Blairholme Early Learning Centre with work beginning on the plan in 2023. The landscape design maintains important established trees and green spaces while adding new play spaces for the children where they can develop their physical skills and use their creativity and imaginations.

It is our intention to establish an Indigenous garden when construction of the tennis courts along Malvern Road begins in 2024. A design plan has been established which also includes garden spaces for our four Houses — Andrews,

Irving, Kirkhope and Mitchell. We aim to involve our alumni in the planting and ongoing use of these garden spaces.

The education we receive shapes us as individuals. The learning environments we create are about the people who inhabit them and the ability of the space to enable relationship building and approaches to learning which meet the needs of each student.

We appreciate the support of our Lauriston Foundation and the generosity of our School community and the broader community. At the heart of our work as educators is to support our students to flourish in their lives and make a positive contribution to the world they will live in.

Advancement Team Report

Reflections on 2023: A Year of Impact and Connection

My journey with Lauriston Girls’ School has been deeply intertwined with its history and innovative spirit. Founded in 1901 by the Irving Sisters, Lauriston was established with a commitment to providing an education that would empower young women through academic excellence, sporting involvement, and a focus on the importance of living purposeful and fulfilling lives.

The Irving Sisters were pioneers in girls’ education, introducing groundbreaking ideas and practices that have shaped Lauriston’s ethos to this day. One such innovation was the introduction of hockey to the school, with the sisters bringing hockey sticks and equipment from England. In 1903, Lauriston held its first inter-school hockey match, marking the beginning of a sporting tradition that continues to today.

In 1993, Lauriston launched an Australian-first girls’ program for its Year 9 students at its Howqua campus in the Victorian High Country. Howqua offers Year 9 students the opportunity to participate in a full year of pastoral, academic, and outdoor programs

‘‘ The future comes not from before to greet us but streams up from behind. ’’

— Lauristonian editorial, 1935

designed to help each girl achieve her personal best and prepare them with the resilience, independence, and confidence for their senior years and beyond. This initiative continues the legacy of the Irving Sisters’ vision, ensuring that Lauriston remains at the forefront of girls’ education.

In 2023, we celebrated significant milestones in both hockey and at the Howqua campus. As a school, Lauriston continues to evolve and change, but we never forget the vision of the Irving Sisters. We will continue to do things differently, always striving to support Lauriston students now and in the future.

I am often asked about the meaning of advancement in the context of Lauriston, and I explain that it is about progress. The Advancement Team

develops and executes strategies to advance Lauriston to where it wants to be in the future. This forwardthinking approach is essential for the school’s advancement, and the team plays a crucial role in accomplishing that vision. However, we recognise that we cannot do this alone. We are grateful for the support from the school’s leadership and the wider school community.

Reflecting on our past helps to drive us forward. By honoring the legacy of the Irving Sisters and embracing innovation, the Lauriston community continues to lead the way in girls’ education, empowering young women to achieve their full potential and make a positive impact on the world.

PENNY RICHARDS FOWLER Director of Advancement

Lauriston Celebrates 30 Years of Howqua with New House for Students

2023 was a year of celebration as we commemorated 30 years of Howqua. Aptly, this was also the year it was decided an additional house was needed at Howqua to accommodate the growing interest in this unique and lifechanging program.

Our annual appeal was launched in May with a focus on raising funds for the new house and once again, I am struck by the generosity of our families and their enthusiastic support of a

School that has provided and continues to provide an outstanding education for their daughters. Since joining the Advancement team two years ago, it is this sense of community that stands out above all; not only from our parents, past and present, but from our former students.

As we celebrated 30 years of Howqua and the growth of a program that equips our girls with invaluable life skills, it was heartwarming to witness the delight of past Howquarians as they re-visited the campus in October

and to hear the touching words of our guest speakers as they told their stories and spoke of the significant impact the experience has had on their lives.

It is a privilege to be part of a community that is so actively committed to advancing this wonderful School and I consider myself fortunate to work in a role that helps to facilitate these advancements.

RHONDA COSGROVE Advancement Associate

The Changing Landscapes of Wills — Bequest Program

In the dynamic landscape of the modern world, Lauriston Girls’ School stands at the forefront of adaptation, recognising the evolving nature of estate planning. Embracing innovation, online platforms have revolutionised the creation of Wills, offering unprecedented accessibility and convenience. This digital transformation democratises Will creation, breaking down financial barriers and ensuring that everyone can plan for the future. Guided by technology, individuals benefit from heightened efficiency and accuracy, guaranteeing that their intentions are accurately captured.

Modern Will platforms provide flexibility and customisation, empowering individuals to tailor personal values and wishes to their unique circumstances and aspirations. This evolution in Will creation carries profound

opportunities for Lauriston Girls’ School and its community. Engaging in meaningful conversations about estate planning promotes financial literacy, equipping our community with essential knowledge and tools for navigating the future. The transition to online Wills fosters greater community engagement, strengthening bonds and nurturing a sense of shared responsibility.

Lauriston has begun on a new collaborative journey with Gathered Here, a modern estate planning organisation with a particular focus on education. Committed to openness and diversity, our online Wills platform empowers individuals to craft personalised Wills, guaranteeing responsible estate planning for every member of our community.

For further information about Online Wills, or leaving a gift in your Will, please contact Bequests Associate:

ABBY FINN

finnab@lauriston.vic.edu.au 0401 378 804

Abby commenced as Bequests Associate in July 2023.

Pat Ritter OAM (OL 1950) with 2023 School Co-Captains Holly Rice and Sophie Smith at the Founders Day Assembly

Celebrating 30 Years of Howqua Advancement Team Report

On the unforgettable Sunday 15 October 2023, Lauriston overflowed with joy as over 500 guests, alumnae, and families reunited at Howqua, marking three decades of transformative education with heartfelt celebration.

Amidst the embrace of the Lauriston community, emotions ran deep, swirling with nostalgia and gratitude. It was a moment to pause, to reminisce over the journey of the past thirty years of the Howqua program, and to honour the individuals whose dedication had woven its fabric.

For the alumnae of Howqua, it was a poignant opportunity to reconnect with their past, to wander the houses, tracing memories etched into bed-slats, and retracing steps along the Ring Road. Among them, pioneers of the campus’ establishment shared in the Celebration Assembly, their presence a testament to the enduring spirit of unity.

Throughout the day, stories intertwined, weaving a tapestry of personal and profound narratives spanning generations. Their words not only echoed tales of Howqua’s embrace but also illuminated the lasting imprint it left on their adult selves. And amidst it all, the sight of Howqua beanies proudly worn served as a tender link to cherished memories.

The current generation of Howqua students, too, lent their voices to the melody of celebration, filling the air with choir harmonies and instrumental melodies. Their gift of thirty tree saplings, destined to root in the campus soil, stood as living monuments to thirty years of growth, both within and beyond the campus.

The previous evening, echoes of laughter and shared stories filled the Mansfield Hotel, where old friends gathered, hearts alight with anticipation for the grand reunion ahead. And in collaboration with the Delatite Winery,

amidst the picturesque backdrop of rolling mountains, old bonds were rekindled, and new memories forged.

Throughout the day, amidst smiles and embraces, the love for each other and for their school radiated, immortalised in the snapshots that captured fleeting moments of pure joy. From the ground to the sky, every angle painted a portrait of unity and affection, a testament to the enduring legacy of Howqua and the bonds that bind its community together.

CATHERINE MCVEAN Alumnae Relations Manager

Portable Heritage

It is not always convenient or sensible to bring along a tangible part of Lauriston’s cultural heritage when celebrating major school events. I have found that photographic banners can evoke memories and engender that sense of being part of a community for our current students and alumnae, who share memories and similar experiences from their time at Lauriston. I also like to include in my banners photographs of school uniform, magazines and objects that relate to events and activities. I find that photographs of tangible items add interest to the banners and showcase items from Lauriston’s archival collection.

I have two events from 2023 that are good examples of the importance of having ‘portable heritage’. The first event celebrated 120 years since Lauriston and Ruyton Girls’ Schools competed in their inaugural hockey match in 1901. This was the first girls’ interschool hockey match in Victoria. As Ruyton Girls’ School was awaiting the appointment of a new archivist,

I produced banners with historical images from both school’s archival collections. These banners will be able to be used every five years when Lauriston and Ruyton come together again to compete and celebrate our shared history of hockey. To mark this 120-year milestone in Lauriston’s history of sport, I also produced two Lauriston specific hockey banners, including photographs of our trophies and examples of early hockey sticks from the archival collection.

The second event was the Back to Howqua 30th anniversary celebrations on Sunday 15 October 2023. I developed three photographic banners to be on display for our dignitaries, alumnae, current students, and their families. Two of the banners represented a pictorial summary of Howqua’s milestones and student activities, from Lauriston purchasing the property in 1991 to images of our students at the campus in 2023. I also produced a banner celebrating student traditions at Howqua, including the Howquarian magazine, wearing crocs, receiving a Fredo Frog birthday cake, and writing in the Student Reflections

Book. In the ‘Howqua Traditions’ banner I was able to incorporate photographs of tangible archival collection items, with images from a 2023 Marketing photoshoot to specifically highlight some of our Howqua student traditions and activities at Lauriston’s country campus. The banners were popular with our visitors at the Back to Howqua celebrations and I received positive feedback regarding the selection of images.

I have several display cases around our Armadale campus and will continue to showcase Lauriston’s archival collection that represents the School’s 124-year history. But for school functions that are off campus, photographic banners with their ‘portable heritage’, are a great way to provide a colourful backdrop for Lauriston events and evoke wonderful memories for our alumnae and extended community.

LISL

BLADIN Archivist

From a Gym to a Year 5/6 Centre

PENNY

RICHARDS FOWLER Director of Advancement

‘‘ We extended our support to the Year 5/6 Centre based on the belief that it would significantly enhance the school environment and offer a source of enthusiasm for the girls eagerly anticipating the new facility. We have a daughter in Year 6 this year and know that she is loving her new classroom! ’’ — Yau Family

We were excited to celebrate the start of the new school year with the opening of our new unified Junior School, including the Year 5/6 Centre and Prep classrooms on Friday 3 February 2023.

This new centre has state of the art classrooms, modern technology, and a dynamic learning environment designed to inspire and support the growth of our students, while still preserving some of the historical elements of the existing building by renowned Melbourne Architect Daryl Jackson AO.

The refurbishment of the School’s old gymnasium has resulted in spacious classrooms with collaboration zones and breakout spaces. These spaces

facilitate group work amongst the students. The new Tinkering Studio in the Year 5/6 Centre enables Lauriston to further embed technology and entrepreneurial skills into our currulcum. At Lauriston, we are conscious of the need to prepare our students for jobs that don’t yet exist — many of which will be in technology where women are underrepresented.

The construction of this new centre was made possible as part of It’s Her Turn, Lauriston’s 10 Year Masterplan.

The success of the It’s Her Turn capital campaign, with more than 240 donors raising over $4 million to date, and growing, is the most successful fundraising campaign in the School’s history. It has been recognised by independent schools across Australia,

as a pivotal change in support for girls and independent girls’ schools. It has demonstrated clearly that the culture of giving is alive and well at Lauriston. This masterplan is possible only because of the generosity of current and past Lauriston families, alumnae, staff and students, before you, but for you.

We would like to thank the following families who were major supporters of the new Year 5/6 Centre:

Rockman family, Ding and Jiang family (bottom left), Yau family (bottom centre), Wu family (bottom right), Yu and Sun family.

Howqua Appeal

Lauriston Celebrates 30 Years of Howqua with a New House for Students

PENNY

RICHARDS FOWLER Director of Advancement

‘ In 2023, Lauriston celebrated 30 years since the opening of Howqua, a transformative experience for Year 9 students — a home away from home immersed in nature. Over three decades, Howqua has nurtured hundreds of students, fostering resilience and growth. ’

The success of the Howqua program has led to an increase in student enrolments, necessitating the construction of a new house to accommodate Lauriston students. Just as 30 years ago, when Lauriston parents supported the vision of Howqua, the community has once again demonstrated its commitment to continuing Howqua’s legacy.

More than 150 donors contributed to surpass our fundraising target, raising $306,000 for the new house. These future Howquarians will embark on their year in the High Country knowing they have the full support of the Lauriston community behind them.

We thank everyone who contributed to the new house at Howqua, and we look forward to celebrating another significant chapter in the history of Howqua.

We express our warmest gratitude to the following major supporters who have contributed to the new Howqua house

Bodhi Education Fund

Gary Du, Joy Yin and Katrina Du

Gillespie Family Foundation

Kwong Family

Lauriston Parents’ Association

Cathy Liu and Hua Qian

Lygopolous Family

Markwell Family

Charlotte Yizhen Sun

Sun Foundation

Vasilopoulos Family

Angela Chen

Yue (Teresa) Zhu

From our supporters:

“May Lauriston’s Howqua campus continue to inspire it’s young women to become their best selves!”

“Happy to support such a wonderful experience for girls at Lauriston.”

“We really appreciate the amazing experience that Howqua is providing for our daughters.”

“Thank you for an unforgettable experience for our daughter.”

“I hope many more courageous young women get to experience the beauty, adventure and joy of Howqua.”

“Thank you Howqua for my amazing memories.”

“We are proud to support such a fantastic program that has created incredible experiences and memories for our daughters.”

Elise Gillespie (OL 1999), with her family outside the Gillespie House

Lyn Brown, daughter of Jack Kirkpatrick, namesake of Kirkpatrick House

Indigenous Garden

Cultivating Cultural Connection: Lauriston’s Indigenous Garden Project

PENNY

RICHARDS

FOWLER

Director of Advancement

As part of Lauriston’s ongoing commitment to Cultural Safety, we are embarking on a significant project alongside the next phases of the Lauriston Masterplan. We are excited to announce the development of an Indigenous garden, which will be situated in the area currently occupied by the kindergarten, adjacent to the Ullmer Sports and Wellbeing Centre.

The construction of this garden will be a collaborative effort, guided by

consultation with Indigenous Elders of the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Cultural Heritage Aboriginal Corporation. It will feature Indigenous plants and shrubs, carefully selected to honor and respect the cultural significance of the land.

Once the Blairholme Early Learning Centre and Kindergarten precinct is complete, and the existing kindergarten and demountables are removed, we will have a beautiful garden space flanking the pathway. This space will include pathways, raised planter forms, and various artistic, sculptural, and signage elements, all complementing the existing Manna Gum, which holds cultural significance.

We are excited about the opportunities this garden will provide for our students and the wider Lauriston community. It will serve as a peaceful retreat for contemplation, reflection, and a deeper understanding of our local Indigenous community.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to the Hu Family Charity Fund, for their generous support of the Indigenous Garden project.

“We are very happy to support building the Indigenous garden. We believe such a garden not only adds to the beautiful landscape of the campus but also celebrates reconciliation and the belief in harmony.“

— Hu Family

Leaving a Legacy and Supporting the Future

Lauriston Girls School’s Elizabeth Kirkhope Circle

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BO RUTECKI Advancement Associate (Until

May 2023)

Lauriston Girls’ School, renowned for its commitment to academic excellence and empowering young women, continues to be a school for life, through enduring support for the Elizabeth Kirkhope Circle (EKC). With the recent addition of two new members, Suzie Brown OAM (OL 1959) and Dr Mark Roberts, the EKC strengthens its legacy of contributing to the ongoing success of the school.

The EKC serves as a testament to the deep-rooted ties individuals develop with Lauriston. It is a collective effort by alumnae, parents, and friends who wish to leave a lasting impact on future generations. The recent induction of Suzie and Mark demonstrates their dedication to preserving the school’s values and enriching its educational endeavours.

The annual EKC luncheon, held at the RACV City Club on 2 May, was an occasion of celebration and reflection. It provided the perfect setting to officially welcome Suzi Brown and Mark Roberts as the newest members of this community. Surrounded by fellow supporters and guests, the luncheon showcased the commitment and generosity of the Lauriston community.

At the luncheon, two Junior School students took centre stage, offering insights into life at Lauriston today. Their stories highlighted the Junior School learning environment that fosters growth, encourages creativity,

The Elizabeth Kirkhope Circle was established in 2011 to honour benefactors who have chosen to support the School directly through a gift in their Will, and commemorates the legacy of Miss Kirkhope who strongly advocated for the continued growth and progression of girls’ education. ’

and inspires young minds. They also shed light on the school’s progressive approach to education, with an emphasis on the integration of technology into the curriculum. Through innovative initiatives, Lauriston ensures its students are well-equipped to navigate the ever-evolving digital landscape and become future leaders in their respective fields.

Claudette Leeming (OL 1991), Chair of the School Council, shared her lifelong connection to Lauriston. Reflecting on her own experiences as a student, parent, and now a key figure in the school’s leadership, Claudette emphasized the significance of the Elizabeth Kirkhope Circle in upholding the Lauriston’s values and

securing its future. She expressed her gratitude to all Circle members for their unwavering support, recognising that their contributions serve as a beacon of inspiration and dedication.

The Elizabeth Kirkhope Circle encapsulates the spirit of Lauriston Girls’ School — a spirit of unity, generosity, and lifelong commitment. It allows individuals to forge a lasting impact on the lives of future students and contribute to the school’s enduring success.

2023 Huntingtower Spring Celebration

EMILY BARRINGTON Community Engagement Coordinator

‘ The first day of September holds a special significance as it marks the onset of Spring, a season symbolising renewal, rejuvenation, and new beginnings. The Huntingtower Spring Celebration embodies these sentiments, serving as a beacon of hope and unity for the Lauriston community. ’

Lauriston’s Huntingtower Spring Celebration is more than just an event; it’s a testament to the strength and camaraderie of our community. This gathering brings together members of the Old Lauristonian Association (OLA), past and current Lauriston parents, and dedicated staff to celebrate the essence of our Lauriston family.

None of this would have been possible without the tireless efforts and dedication of the Huntingtower Lunch Committee and the Lauriston Parents Association (LPA). Their

unwavering commitment ensured that the event was a resounding success, creating unforgettable memories for all who attended.

Central to the event were the various fundraising activities, including raffles, silent auctions, and lucky door prizes. Through the collective efforts of our community, we were able to raise an impressive $36,921 towards Lauriston’s Annual Appeal for a new house at Howqua. This significant contribution underscores our commitment to supporting Lauriston’s continued growth and development.

We are immensely grateful to our sponsors and donors whose generous contributions made the event a resounding success. Your support not only facilitates our fundraising efforts but also strengthens the fabric of our Lauriston community.

PLATINUM SPONSORS

• Liberty Belle

• Pommery Champagne

• Steinway & Sons Australia

Our Foundation Scholarship

Her First Year at Lauriston

PENNY

RICHARDS FOWLER Director of Advancement

‘ Lauriston, as it stands today, would not be the school it is, had it not been for the generosity of our community, and the culture of paying it forward which has been enshrined in the spirit of our school since its early days. ’

The Foundation Scholarship has been developed with the assistance of Friday Night School in Richmond, with whom Lauriston has a long association, to help students from diverse backgrounds experience the outstanding education and opportunities at Lauriston.

Lauriston students can also volunteer as ‘Friday Night Tutors’ during each term, assisting migrant and refugee students from non-English speaking backgrounds.

In 2023 our inaugural Foundation Scholarship recipient commenced Year 7 at Lauriston. Opposite, is a letter written at the end of her first year of schooling at Lauriston.

Your support has played a pivotal role in enabling her to pursue and experience everything a Lauriston education has to offer.

The wider Lauriston community has supported the Foundation Scholarship

through regular donations, our 2022 Giving Day and the Voluntary Fee Levy.

We are grateful for you supporting Lauriston to be an inclusive school that embraces a wide variety of students from varied backgrounds who can add to the vibrancy and strength of our community.

Dear supporters of the Lauriston Foundation Scholarship,

As the school year draws to a close, I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for the incredible opportunity this scholarship has afforded me. This year has been transformative, and I find myself reflecting on the positive experiences that have shaped my journey.

The academic environment at Lauriston has provided me with a whole new curriculum, enabling me to develop my teamwork and collaboration skills. Interacting with my classmates has been a rewarding experience, pushing me to excel in ways I hadn’t anticipated.

Of all the subjects, science has emerged as a personal favourite. My science teacher has been inspiring. Their innovative teaching methods have transformed practicals and experiments into exciting and enjoyable learning experiences. Equally, drama has provided me with a space for self-expression, allowing me to embody characters and convey emotions freely. In art lessons, I have been able to translate my feelings on canvas and other mediums.

Participating in Lauriston’s co-curricular program has added another layer to my school experience. From tennis in term one to soccer in term three, and basketball in term four, each sport has contributed to my physical and social development. Joining Lauriston Voices in term two has been a musical journey, culminating in memorable performances at the annual music concert, house music events, and the Years 5 to 8 music celebration assembly. As a proud member of Andrews House, I’ve had the privilege of engaging in various house activities. The house music competition allowed me to showcase my vocal talents in a choir setting, while the house athletics events challenged me physically, from the 1200 metres run to the cross-country race. These experiences have not only enriched my school life but have also instilled in me a sense of belonging.

In closing, I cannot express enough how your support has made all this possible for me. Without you, attending Lauriston would have been an impossible dream. I am inspired and motivated to make the most of this opportunity. Thank you for believing in me, I am truly grateful for your support.

Thank you once again for making a profound impact on my education and shaping the person I am becoming.

Sincerely,

A Year 7 student

Donors to the Lauriston Foundation

1 January–31 December 2023

Addison, Amanda & Tom

Atkins, Emily & Sam

Axnick, Jill & Karl

Ayres, Lisa Anne & Roberts, Mark

Badger, Ann

Baeppler, Kathryn & Thomas

Ball, Christine & Rick

Bao, Irene & Nicholson, Gordon

Bao, Lei & Mao, Dun

Barlow, Penny & David

Baron, Delia & Esh

Barton, Sarah & Dean

Baum, Annabel

Baum, Georgie

Beanham, Sandra

Belobrov, Ilya

Bodhi Education Fund

Bond, Rebecca & Matthew

Borensztajn, Jayne & Piper, Simon

Bridge, Jessie & Nettle, Jonathan

Briskin, Elizabeth & David

Brizzi, Emily

Brookes, Lizzy

Brookes, Robina & Andrew

Burge, Sheree & Jonathan

Cadars, Zuiena & Raphael

Callaghan, Penny & Goldsworthy, Matt

Cao, Donna & Yang, James

Caracciolo, Shaylee & Henry

Cattermole, Rebecca & Hugh

Chadwick, Nicole & Nick

Chang, Jane & Wong, Lee

Chappell, Liz & Day, Miles

Chen, Carrie & Teng, Tim

Chen, Ella & Li, Henry

Chen, Ivy & Liu, Steve

Chen, Johnson

Chen, Rochelle & Wang, Kevin

Chen, Shalee & Yue, Ben

Chen, Yan & Du, Yi

Chen, Yueyang & Ding, Robin

Cheng, Selina & Wong, Jimmy

Cheng, Shian & Choo, Michael

Cheng, Yin & Wang, Miao

Chong, Jessica & Cao, Frank

Chou, Chia Ling & Kha, Sung

Chow, Yvonne & Moulton, Darren

Christian, Eden

Cohen, Caroline & Graham, Justin

Cohen, Heather & Trevor

Collins, Mandy & Collins AM, John

Constantinou, Anne & Peter

Costa, Bianca & Gatt, Chris

Coughlan, Ingrid & Brad

Crankshaw, Lou

Cui, Helen & Xu, Jack

Cui, Xiaoyan & Wang, Wenfeng

Danks, June

Dao, Van & Pham, Linh

Darby, Chris

Darcy, Caroline & Stephen

Davie, Linda & Anthony

Davies, Katie & Mark

Deague, Victoria & Anthony

Deng, Kan & Zhang, Wen Chong

Diaz, Shelly & Oborn, Angus

Ding, Eva & Wang, Ali

Ding, Rachel & Du, William

Ding, Sarah & Jiang, Ting

Ding, Stacey & Shen, Tony

Dixon, Joanne & John

Donaldson, Lachie

Dong, Serena & Zou, Sam

Dowers, Helena & Justin

Drake, Emma & Nicholas

Duggan, Gabriella & Alesci, Joseph

Dunkel, Roxanne & Jeremy

Dunlop, Melissa & Ben

Dunton, Kate & Martin

Efthim, Bec & Paul

Elliott, Najla & Shayne

Ellsmore, Emma & Nicholas

Eurchalitnukul, Pareena & Low, Boon

Fakira, Josie & Russell

Fang, Bo & Lu, Zhi Gang

Fang, Helen & Ge, Lei

Fang, Jessica & Juan, Michael

Farrell, Henrietta & Chen, Jeremy

Faucher, Veronique & Pridmore, Chris

Feng, Jessie & Gao, Wei

Fielding, Virginia & Fletcher, Sam

Fitzgerald, Caroline & Aaron

Fitz-Gibbon, Pamela

Foley, Kathleen

Fuchs, Natasha & Ron

Gales, Emma & Sam

Gannon, Lucinda & McCarthy, Andrew

Gao, Helen & Zhou, Gary

Gao, Tingting & Sun, Zanfeng

Gao, Yuan & Zhao, Xiaolin

Garg, Shweta & Sachin

Gastevich, Janine & Michael

Gates, Georgie & Bernie

Gattone, Michelle & Jeff

Gawne, Amanda & Senior, Jonathon

Gilhome, Nikki & Evan

Gill, Erica & O’Brien, Brendan

Gill, Natalya & Kornhauser OAM, Larry

Gillespie, Elise & Christie, David

Gillespie Family Foundation

Goh, Zing & Lee, Thian

Gohel, Shwetakumari & Pruthvirajsinh

Goldenberg, Tony

Golets, Victoria & Mark

Gray, Prue & Phillip

Gray, Rachel & Sam

Green, Zoe & Will

Greig, Akiko & Kent

Gruner, Harry

Gu, Min & Ong, Lam Teck

Guo, Anna & Li, Kevin

Guo, Jenny & Eveston, Andrew

Haitidis, Steve

Hanna, Mary & Roberts, Lloyd

Harding, Kate & John

Harrop, Alison

Harvey, Megan & Tom

Hasker, Diana & Ben

Hayter, Danny

Hayter, Jayne

He, Faye & Wu, James

He, Jessica & Zhao, Jimmy

He, Jing

He, Lynda

Herbison, Jason & Fuentes, Pete

Higgins, Jess & Marcus

Ho, Charissa & James

Hodgkinson, Sandra & David

Hook, Sarah

Hooper, Ann

Hoppe, Ronnit & Josh

Horan, Claire & Josh

Hu, Crystal & Kuang, Max

Hu, Shuang & Ren, Yanfei

Huang, Hui & Yee, Joseph

Huang, Ida & Lu, Steven

Hughes, Melinda & Dunn, Ben

Hunt, Georgina & Sam

Ingham, Elizabeth & Peter

Irons, Rachel & Peter

Donors to the Lauriston Foundation

1 January–31 December 2023

Irvine, Stephanie & Andrew

Jackson, Vanessa & Roach, Brad

Jackson-Pye, Victoria & Pye, Adrian

Jacobs, Evgeniya & Sam

Jager, Martine & Sioros, Lambros

James, Amelia

Jewell, Andrew

Jia, Sharon & Zhang, Kevin

Jiang, Jojo & Ding, Frank

Jin, Yingying & Rao, Zheng

Joe, Sasha

Johnson, Marina & Daryl

Jones, April & Rhodri

Jones, Eliza & Chris

Kaldas, Vivian & Sam

Kan, Lily & Hong, Wangxing

Kang, Sonia & Pei, Ray

Kanis, Louise & Warne-Smith, Drew

Kartel, Laura & Tom

Kassimiotis, Effie & Tony

Kauye, Lauren & Alex

Kendall OAM, Margaret & Tim

Kim, Ally & Koh, Tommy

Kim, Cho Yee & Ho, Steven

Kim, Lauren & Lim, Bernard

Kimberley, Caroline

Kimberley, Emma & Sam

King, Megan & Scott

Kong, Nancy & Li, Chino

Krishnaswamy, Viju & Ramesh, Praveen

Kuo, Shan & Wu, Mike

Kwan, Jarita

Lauriston Parents’ Association

Ledwich, Anna & Smith, Dylan

Lee, Jaime & Patrick

Lee, Joanne & San, Jack

Lee, Juliette & Tan, Erwin

Leeming, Claudette & Suttie, Mark

Lewis, Lucy

Li, Agnes & Zhang, Sheng

Li, Alicia & Liu, Ming

Li, Carol & Chen, Jun

Li, Hongxia & Kou, Xiaosong

Li, Jane & Yu, Zhaoyang

Li, Kunyi & Hao, Yanqun

Li, Lily & Lin, Bin

Li, Maggie & Sun, Simon

Li, Selena & Zhou, Zhenfeng

Li, Sherry & Liu, Leon

Li, Siqin & Sun, Jason

Li, Virginia & Tam, Allen

Li, Wei & Ouyang, Jing

Li, Wendong & Liu, Yong

Li, Xiaomin & Dai, Peng

Li, Xiaoqin & Zhang, Zhiguo

Lichtenstein, Lisa & Marc

Lim, Jee Nin & Ward, Peter

Lin, Leo

Lin, Nako & Wang, Andy

Liu, Cathy & Qian, Hua

Liu, Leo & Qiao, David

Liu, Molly & Huang, Weiguo

Liu, Xiumei & Zheng, Ryan

Lo-Doherty, Anthony & Mark

Loh-Taylor, Liz & Taylor, Sam

Long, Mary-Ann & Justin

Look, Lilian & Neoh, Julian

Louey, Caitlin

Lu, Celia & Hu, Garth

Lu, Jane

Lu, Livia & Yau, Ken

Lu, Rongcui & Huang, Zhixiang

Lu, Vicky & Bi, Max

Luo, Amanda & Qiu, Hua

Luo, Amanda

Luo, Juan & Guo, Quan

Luo, Louisa & Huang, Harrison

Lygopoulos, Jim & Leah

Ma, Xiang & Zhang, Suolong

Ma, Xiaolei & Knight, Jeff

MacIntosh, Callie & James

Maher, Penny & Andrew

Mallalue, Elise & Chris

Marks, Caroline & Kane, Robert

May, Emma & Stewart

McCosker, Meg & Peter

McDonald, Mayumi & Ian

McDonald, Ruby & Tom

McGrath, Melissa

McGuirk, Heather

McNeil, Jess & Simon

McVean, Catherine

Meaney, Cathy & Rod

Melbourne, Gemma & Leigh

Miljevic, Sonia

Mo, Sylvia & Huang, Kelvin

Moffat, Victoria & James

Monteiro, Michelle & Miller, Richard

Morrison, Emma & Will

Mould, Diane

Mousavi, Rachel & Ali

Murchie, Jane & James

Murphy, Tracey & Anthony

Murray, Katherine & James

Muscatello, Lisa & Salter, Jason

Napier-Colville, Kylie & Colville, John

Nevett, Sally

Ng, Looi-Fen & Li, Qiang

Nguyen, Linh & Hoang, Huy

Nguyen, Nadasha & Barry

Nguyen, Oanh & Anderson, Campbell

Officer, Elizabeth

O’Meara, Tanya & Justin

O’Reilly, Jen

O’Sullivan, Geraldine & John

O’Sullivan, Libby & John

O’Sullivan, Lucy & Austin, Simon

Pan, Grace & Fu, Michael

Pan, Isabel

Pan, Yiyi & Chen, Liang

Parker, Janie

Paterson, Tina & James

Patterson, Stuart

Pearce, Heather & John

Peden, Sue & Clifford, Geoffrey

Peirce, Caroline & Chan, Paul

Pellicano, Georgia & Renato

Pembrook, Amanda & Kirsner, Lindsay

Perry, Kim & D’Silva, Jason

Petrovic, Marija & Seufert, Max

Pienkos, Anna & Bicknell, David

Plotkin, Belinda & de Jong, Antony

Plumridge, Georgina

Poon, Stefanie & Martin

Pragnell, Sarah & Fergus

Psarrakos, Sara & George

Punchihewa, Surani & Hemantha

Qi, Chang & Deng, Chenfei

Quan, Dilina & Zhang, Jack

Rauchberger, Kate & Lior

Reeh, Keats & Thomas

Ren, Ruifan & Chen, Yongchao

Richards Fowler, Penny & Fowler, Tyson

Robinson, Alice

Rosen, Sheryl & Paul

Rosenthal, Jo & Isakow, Daniel

Ross, Gayle & Tim

Rush, Nikki & Anthony

Ryan, Raquel & David

Ryan, Yiwen & Eugene

Donors to the Lauriston Foundation

1 January–31 December 2023

Salter, Stephanie & Luke

Sandaver, Sophie & Claringbould, Alex

Schill, Sandra & Roufail, Edward

Schubert, Emily & Mark

Scott, Pam & Andrew

Sculthorpe, Anna & Adrian

Seletto, Madeleine & White, Chris

Selimi, Sevdie & Lirim

Semykina, Anastasia & Ryvkin, Dmitry

Serong, Eliza & Fischer, Mark

Sexton, Jane

Sha, Susan & Jin, Andrew

Shang, Kelly & Zhang, James

Shao, Yuntao & Xiao, Steven

Sheng, Yueting & Du, Jin

Shentu, Jinnan & Yu, Jerry

Shergold, Sarah & Holmes, Andrew

Shi, Emma & Wang, Leo

Shi, Sally & Sun, Chang Hai

Shi, Sharon & Cui, Shucheng

Shi, Wuyun & Zhu, Shiang

Siegal, Susanna & Kozlowski, Lukasz

Silberberg, Nicole

Sim, Georgia

Simons, Lauren & Ranchod, Pravin

Sivasamy, Sonu & Balamani, Hari

Skillen, Andrea & Stiles III, Tom

Skilton, Krystel & Jon

Smith, Amanda & Skinner, Brent

Somani, Dinar & Alani, Nishad

Song, Teresa & Zuo, Gary

Song, Yingying & Zhang, Ying

Sood, Nidhi & Tewari, Pramod

Sors, Severine & Thomas

Soust, Boo & Martin

Spanger, Lauren & Manfred

Spasovski, Natasha & Deni

Speirs, Susan

Staple, Rebecca & Henry

Stevenson, Millie

Strange, Sami & William

Stroynova, Irina & Ivanoff, Max

Stub, Romi & Dion

Stubbs, Tony

Sun, Charlotte

Sun, Hao

Sun, Yifei & Wenjun

Sun Foundation

Swart, Naomi & Elliot

Tan, Cathy & Crowe, Phil

Tan, Jessie

Tang, Ivy & Lau, Vincent

Temay, Sara & Paul

Tin, April & Wilson, Gavin

To, Teresa & Sien, John

Tong, Relaine & Song, Bruce

Tregear, Ann

Tse, Elaine & Markwell, Andrew

Ullin, Margaret

Ullmer, Jenny & William

Ullmer Family Foundation

van Meer, Maaike & van

den Berg, Sander

Vasilopoulos, Rebecca & Nick

Vo, Kim & Duong, Hung

Wah, Joyce & de Souza, Chad

Wakeford, Jessica & Bruce

Walker, Elli & Campbell

Wan, Ella & Jin, Rocky

Wang, Abby & Ngan, Mike

Wang, Anna

Wang, Caihong & Chen, Hongqing

Wang, Crystal & Au, Steve

Wang, Ellie & Liu, Jack

Wang, Feng & Liu, Shaohua

Wang, Jennifer & Zhou, Yongqiang

Wang, Jenny & Huang, David

Wang, Jessie & Feng, Zhiyu

Wang, Julie & Zhang, Ming

Wang, Lin & Song, Colin

Wang, Maggie & Chang, Chee

Wang, Meina & Jason

Wang, Sabrina & Wei, William

Wang, Yoki & Xie, Johnny

Wang, Yuhong & Yan, Chaozhou

Warner, Grace & Ian

Webb, Nathalie & Holmes, Chris

Wellard, Sophie & Evan

Wells, Melissa

Wells-Jansz, Jackie & Ricky

Wen, Liu & Sun, Brian

Weng, Ellie & He, Wayne

Wenzel, Jo & Andrew

Whittaker, Georgie & Rob

Wieden-Sim, Ursula & Sim, Michael

Willee, Olivia & Ben

Williamson, Karen & Peter

Wilson, Amelia & Bernard

Winfield, Karen & Dean

Wood, Emily & Andrew

Woolley, Emma & Simon

Wu, Frances & Mou, Ely

Wu, Hui & Lin, Tony

Wu, Yan & Hu, Zhonghua

Xia, Qingqing

Xiao, Chenjie & Dai, Tommy

Xing, Lynn & Liu, Yi

Xiong, Qin & Yang, Hengmin

Xu, Jiewei & Wang, Chen

Xu, Lin & Sun, Tao

Xu, Linda & Zhou, Joseph

Xu, Linda & Wang, Jeff

Xu, Min & Ngo, Man

Xu, Yvonne & Xie, Vega

Yamaoka, Yosh & Turton, Steve

Yan, Kim & Zhang, Mick

Yan, Tina & Yu, William

Yang, Ling & Zhu, Xiang

Yang, Xijia & Lu, Fei

Yin, Jia & Tang, Tom

Yin, Joy & Du, Gary

Yin, Maggie & Tang, James

You, Zhenling & Cao, Liangqun

Young, Natasha & Mitch

Yu, Linda & Sun, Joe

Yu, Manli & Huang, Joshua

Yue, Joy & Zhang, Jacky

Yuvaraj, Kanchana & Jagadeesan, Raj

Zhang, Eugenia & Huang, Steven

Zhang, Jessica & Sun, Vince

Zhang, Joyce & Mao, Yang

Zhang, Jun & Yao, Jiangang

Zhang, Lily & Kwong, Stan

Zhang, Rainie & Andy

Zhang, Tina & Huang, Tim

Zhang, Vivian & Xu, Lin

Zhang, Zudi

Zhao, Cherry & Yang, Daijun

Zhao, Lulu & Yagang

Zheng, Jennifer & Hu, Mark

Zheng, Ting & Zhang, Leo

Zhong, Honglei & Wang, Peng

Zhou, Anne

Zhou, Mary & Tom

Zhou, Summer & Qiu, Ben

Zhu, Jessica & Chen, Jimmy

Zhu, Nan & Guan, Jimin

Zhu, Teresa

Lauriston Foundation Members

As at 31 December 2023

HUNTINGTOWER CIRCLE

Bayly, Lilian† (Cruthers, 1930)

Gillespie Family Foundation

Lauriston Parents’ Association

Phillips, Annabelle & Richard

Ullmer Family Foundation

PATRONS

Ball, Christine & Rick

Bayly, Stanislaus†

Brooks AM, Anne & Frazer, Murray

Ding, Sarah & Jiang, Ting

Dowd, Lisa (1982) & Stewart, Rob

Guo and Tian Family

Hollyer, Sarah† (1967)

Huang & Mo Family

Humanity Foundation

Jones, Josephine†

Kirby, Carolyn & John

Kirkpatrick, Jack†

M & J Rockman Foundation

Scott, Pamela & Andrew

Walker, Elli (Reason, 1988) & Campbell

Warner, Grace & Ian

Yang Family

FOUNDERS

Arnold, Elspeth & Ian

Ayres, Lisa Anne & Roberts, Mark Baker Foundation

Blake Dawson Waldron

Bradfield, Alix & Ross

Cameron, Sarah (Dahlsen, 1985) & James

Cattermole & Canning families

Collins, Mandy (Wright, 1967) & Collins AM, John

Cramond, Bronwyn & David†

Dixon, Elaine & Grahme†

Donaldson, Caroline† & Lachie

Donges, Patricia (Elvish, 1953) & John†

Fathers of Lauriston

Fitz-Gibbon, John

Fitz-Gibbon, Pamela (Kaye, 1971)

Griffith, Rosemary & Kelvin OAM†

Halliday, Dorothy & Richard†

Hamer, Margaret† & Alan†

Happell, Tatty & Michael

Ho, Charissa & James

Hook, Jean†

Hu Family Charity Fund

Johnston OAM, Caroline & Johnston, Cam

Kalus, Susie & Allan

Lauriston Arts Association

Lauriston Rowing Association

Le Maistre, Edwina (1972) & Watson AO, Brian

Lu, Livia & Yau, Kam Man

Maimur, Jennene & Andrew

Marriner, Elaine & David

McComb, Liz & Bruce

McIntosh, Marita & John

McKay, Lorna†

Morrison, Karen & John

Norton, Natasha & Alasdair

O’Brien, Eleanor & John

Old Lauristonians’ Association

Paterson, Barbara & Robert

Payne, Stan†

Renard, Diana† (1968) & Ian

Rio Tinto

Robertson, Diana (1966)†

Scott, Anna & Scott AM, Peter

Sloan, Mardi (Newton, 1951)

Smibert, Helen† & James†

Szabo, Joanna & Tamas

Thompson, Judy & Gary

Umbers, Lynne & Richard

Wachtel, Linda (Velik, 1974) & Michael

Wicking, Janet (Thompson, 1937)† & John†

Wu & Kuo family

GOVERNORS

Askew, James

Barlow Family

Barnett, Anne & David

Bassett, Nancy

Bassett, Ronald†

Belshaw, Patricia† (1930)

Bongiorno, Anne & Jack

Brookes, Robina & Andrew

Brown, Lyn

Brown, Ray

Browne, Debbie

Browne, Jeffrey

Chambers, Loreen & John

Clifford, Susan & Clifford AO, Leigh Collier Charitable Trust

Cook, Gill (Ferguson, 1951) & Robert†

Davies, Gladys† (1927)

Di Gemma, Chloe (2019) & Diane

Fan & Liu Family

Fang family

Farquharson, Jayne & Charlie

Fox, Gwyneth† (1920)

Freemantle OAM, Jane (Mason, 1966) & Freemantle AO, James

Gibbons, Stephen

Gill, Natalya & Kornhauser OAM, Larry

Goodchild, Juliet & Colin

Gough, Rosemary†

Gray, Suzanne

Gunn, Angela & Neil

Hider, Jane (1985) & Scott, Martin

Hunt, Georgina (Thomas, 1992) & Sam

Ingham, Elizabeth (Morrow, 1963) & Peter

Kirkhope, John

Kwiatowski, Gillian & Anthony

Ladbury, Pamela & Richard

Lithgow Family

Madsen, Andrew

Madsen, Trudy

McComish, Anne & Bruce

McGregor, Patricia & George

McQueen, Pam (Fraser, 1962) & Andrew

Michelmore AO, Janet & Andrew

Montgomery, Patsy & Trevor

Niall, Louise† & Niall AO, Gerry†

O’Brien, Katrina & Thomas

Orr, John†

O’Sullivan, Geraldine (Newton, 1963) & John

Pearce, Heather & John

Perelberg Family

Redwood, Vicki (Canning, 1971) & Andrew

Robinson, Alice (1991)

Robinson, Judith & Michael†

Rogers, Georgia & Findley, Steve

Schutz, Susan & Edward

Shergold, Shelley & John

Shi, Guimei & Guo, Feng & Jingjing (2022)

Spargo, Jill & Stephen

Squires, Mary & Colin

Stack, Leonie, Mitchell & Imogen (2021)

Taylor, Deborah

Tideman AM, Ruth

Ullin, Margaret

Lauriston Foundation Members

As at 31 December 2023

Vann, Vicki & Brad

Webb, Nathalie & Holmes, Chris

Wetherall, Peter†

Whiteley, Danielle & Simon

Yu, Cui & Sun, Yinfeng

Yuncken, Barbara & Thomas†

One anonymous Governor member

TRUSTEES

Acton, Sarah & Peter

ADCO Constuctions P/L

Airey, Sally & David

Andrew, Mardi (Marshall, 1974) & Andrew AO, Michael†

Argyros, Jane (Gadsden, 1969) & Steve

Attwood, Louise & Alan

Bainbridge, Moira & Philip

Barker, Heather (Webb, 1966) & Neil

Barkley, Pamela (Rodd, 1967) & Douglas

Beischer, Ellen & Andrew

Best, Joan† (Ramsay, 1932)

Blandy, Barbara & Bill

Bodhi Education Fund

Boykett, Carol & David

Brett, Gayla† & Charles

Bruce, Georgie, Robert & Mardi

Bufe, Sally (Gray, 1957) & Hans

Burnett, Winifred & Barrie, Don

Calvert-Jones AO, Janet & Calvert-Jones AM, John

Campbell, Robin

Chadwick, Susan & Nigel

Chan, Hue, Vincent, Carina (2015) & Jonathan (2018)

Chen, Angela

Chen, Yan & Du, Yi

Clark, Lindy & Robbie

Cohen, Frances & Ross

Collins, Jennifer & Collinson, Peter

Collinson, Jane

Cooper, Elizabeth & Chris

Cowles, Janet

Cox, Beverley & John

Crompton, Cynthia & Andrew

Danks, June (McMullin, 1948)

Danos, Evelyn (Mandie, 1968) & Thomas

Darvall, Sue & Tony

Davidson, Mary & Davidson

AM, Frederick†

Dixon, Eva & Chris

Dixon, Joanne & John

Dortimer, Jill & Tony

Dowling, Rosemary & Michael

Driver Group Australia Pty Ltd

Druitt, Julie & Doug

Dvir, Moran & Gill

Egerton, Suzanne & David†

Ellen Zheng Family

Estate of the Late Edward Wilson

Estate of the Late Judith Gregory

Evans, Ian

Farquhar, Bronwyn & Alan

Ficarra, Mina & Houghton-Allen, Nigel

Finster, Fiona (Marshall, 1991) & Richard

Firkin, Judith & Frank

Flanagan, Emma (Carter, 1978) & Grant

Fletcher, Diana & Ken

Fletcher, Lisa & Marcus

Foley, Robyn & Russell

Gass, John

Gaylard, Jenny (Plenderleith, 1965) & Michael

Golusin Family

Gomez Family

Gooley, Marion & Stuart

Gordon, Marie & Ray

Graham, Natalie & Graham OAM, Angus

Graham & Cohen Families

Gullifer, Kate & Tim

Ham, Sue† & John†

Hamer, Amanda & Richard

Hamer, Andrea & Jonathan

Harkness, Rosie & Philip

Harle Family

Hasseldine, Di & Richard†

Henderson, Leslie† (1913)

Henshaw, Margaret & Graeme

Himmer, Myria† (Sykes, 1911) & Rudolph†

Hone, Anthea (Milne, 1964) & Geoff

Hourigan, Kylie & Forster, Tristan

Hunt, Gill (Easton, 1983) & Giles

Hutchings, Emilia & John

Irons Family

Isik, Renee

Jack Z Family

Kantor, Silvia & Michael

Kassimiotis, Effie & Tony

Keon-Cohen, June & Bryan

Kimpton OAM, Zara (1963)

Kirby, Alana

Kwong family

Lane, Betty & Robert

Lansarova, Soniiam & Ma, Hancheng

Lathrop, Anni & William

Lee, Juliette (1984) & Tan, Erwin

Leeming, Susan & Warick

Li, Jingyi & Chen, Jun

Li, Ming & Souphan, Hom

Liner, Kathleen & Dennis

Linley, Thea & Peter

Liu, Su-Fen & Bang-Tung

Liu, Cathy & Qian,Hua

Liu, Teresa & Gao, Jack & Angela (2019)

Louey, Faye & Waring, Mitchell

Lu, Elaine (2025)

Lygopoulos, Jim & Leah

MacKinnon, Janette & Kenneth

MacLeod, Kirsten & Orloff, James

Maplestone, Mick

Marks, James†

Martin, Anthony

Martin, Beverley

McCracken, Beverley & Geoffrey

McCubbin, Ian

McDonald, Marie & Clark, Sandy

McInnes, Sally (Bell, 1963) & John

McKenzie, Sally-Anne (Haisman, 1973) & John

Mitchell, Kirsten & Malcolm

Monjon (Australia) Pty Ltd

Murray, Katherine & James

Nettle, Wendy & Nettle AC, Geoffrey

Newman, Hyeon-joo

Newman, Mark

O’Neale, Warren

Pan, Fang & Liu, Michael

Park, Kitty (Farquharson, 1990) & Dean

Parncutt AO, Bruce

Pearce, Libby & Mark

Philip, Mary-Lou (Doggett, 1949) & William

Pitt, Ro (Flude, 1969) & George†

Plenderleith, Jean† (Hutchings, 1931)

Poon Family

Prince, Fiona & Miles

Pyman, Helen & Tony

Ralston, Jill & Martin

Randall Foundation

Rendell, Kathy & Richard

Lauriston Foundation Members

As at 31 December 2023

Richardson, Louise & Martin

Roberts, Lloyd

Rodd, Angela (Kellar, 1964) & Michael

Roeder, Paula & Rob

Rogers, Rosemary† (Niall, 1967) & Nicholas

Rowland, Linda & Michael

Russell, Sophie

Ryan, Raquel & David

Ryan, Susan & Gerald

Ryan, Yiwen & Eugene

Salter, Deborah & Michael

Sandaver, Susan (1990) & Robert

Sanghvi, Dina & Dipak

Schiavello, Gabriella & Kon

Selby, Susan & Graeme

Shanks, Josephine & Robert

Shaw, June & Jim

Singer-Scanlan, Julie & Scanlan AM, Phil

Sisson, Andrew

Skillington, Karen

Skillington, Peter

Skilton, Krystel & Jon

Skinner, Christina & Andrew

Sladen, Caroline & Nick

Smibert, Linden (1968)

Smorgon, Michelle & Robert

Staughton, Michelle (Dundas, 1984) & David

Stephen, Mary (1967) & Hayes, Peter†

Stewardson, Jenny (Walpole, 1964) & Robin†

Strahan, Diana & John†

Stuart, Marina & Roberts, Michael

Sun, Charlotte Yizhen

Sykes, Bev & Barry

Syme, Rosemary & Robin

Tallent, Sarah† & Richard

Tan, Cathy & Crowe, Phil

Tanzer, Janine & Michael

Taylor, Trish & Mansfield, Geoff

Tegner, Merrin† (Gray, 1964)

Thacore, Susan & Sharad

The S C & C L Mackinnon Trust

Thompson, Jenny & Jeff

Tole, Zoe & Nicholas

Tregear, Ann (Simpson, 1955) & David†

Tse, Elaine & Markwell, Andrew

Vasilopoulos, Rebecca & Nick

Von Bibra, Henry

Von Schoenberg, Julie & Michael

Wang, Qiuli & Zhang, Ming

Waters, Julie & John

Wharton, Joey† & Stephen

Wieden-Sim, Ursula & Sim, Michael

Wilson, Ann & Stephen

Wilson, Susie & Andrew

Wormald, Jo & Nick

Worth, Helen & David

Yan, Nancy & Lin, Oscar

Yencken, Janet & Edward

Yin, Joy & Du, Gary

Zhang, Guoqin & Xujun

Zhao, Cherry, Yang, Daijun & Chloe

Zhu, Yue Teresa

Two anonymous Trustee members

FELLOWS

Akerman, Suzanne & Piers

Allard, Adele & Peter

Amarasekara, Jan & Anil

Apostolov, Svetlana & Vlad

Archibald, Jo & Ian

Backwell, Annabel (Griffith, 1983) & Michael

Baker, Kate & Des

Baras-Miller, Anna & Steven

Barrett, Kelly & Scoffern, Jarred

Bartlett, Jan & Bill

Batchelor, Gabriella & Richard

Batt, Margaret & Batt AM, John

Battaglia, Lana & Francis

Baum, Annabel J (2012)

Baum, Georgina L (2009)

Beanham, Sandra

Berman, Roslyn & Peter

Bessell, Peta & Ben

Bini, Stefania

Blamey, Stephen

Bliss, Andrea & Philip

Blue, Hellen & Daniel

Bodsworth, Trish

Brady, Debbie (Marks, 1980) & Ben

Bright, Primmy & Charles

Brown, Helen & Peter

Brown, Roslyn & John

Brownell, Joanna & David

Cai, Selina & Sun, Shilin

Cameron, Elaine† (Lucas, 1928)

Cameron, Melissa & Matt

Campbell, Georgie & Thomas

Campbell-Findlay, Anna (Campbell, 1989) & Findlay, Peter

Canavan, Helene & Christopher

Cantwell, Tom

Carter, Mary & Boyd

Castan, Sue & Richard

Chandler, Suzy & Chandler OAM, John

Chehata, Sarah & Ash

Chiew, Ing & Sijercic, Jack

Chisholm, Ann (O’Connor, 1964) & Ian

Chow, Yvonne (1993) & Moulton, Darren

Clark, Benedict

Clarke, Christina & Clarke AM, Julian

Collis, Marion & Stephen

Conley, Jenny

Cooper, Mary

Cox, Amanda & Timothy

Creese AM, Nigel†

Crickmer, Joyce† (1936)

Cui, Helen & Xu, Jack

Cunningham, Winonah & Roderick

Dahlsen, Gillian & John

Darby, Chris

Dartnell, Victoria & Zacharakis, Kim

Davey, Phillipa & Richard

Day, Christine & Neville

de Crespigny, Virginia & Showalter, Mark†

Dessewffy, Marie-Therese† & Aurel

Dobson, Sue & Ian

Dunphy, Anna-Bell

Dunphy, Christopher

Duroni, Oliver†

Dyer, Robyn & David

Earle, Jane & John

Edelstein, Julie (Wilkinson, 1962) & Kenneth

Edwards, Julie & Elton

Elliott, Najla & Shayne

Emerson, Geraldine & John

Fader, Julian†

Fahey, Janine & Saunders, Scott

Fanning, Jenny (Ferguson, 1947)†

Fenner, Robin† & Anne

Ferris, Rachel & Nicholas

Fitzroy, Jann

Fountain, Jasmine & David

Freeman, Jack

Freeport-McMoran Foundation

Lauriston Foundation Members

As at 31 December 2023

Frenkiel, Terri & Green, Irving

Fuji Xerox Australia Pty Ltd

Fullerton, Veryan & John

Galbraith, Lisa (1981) & Murdoch, Geoff

Gallagher, Linda

Garner, Hugh

Gaskin, Margaret & Paul

Gaskin, Penelope (1992)

Gibbins, Helen (Officer, 1966) & John

Gillies, Liz (Metzner, 1981) & Simon

Girard, Jerome & Clare

Glover, Annabel (Forsyth, 1985) & Bill

Godwin, Sue & Ian

Grant-Lipp, Phemie† (1945)

Gration, Tania & Douglas

Gray, Kirsten (1983) & Taylor, Damian

Greenaway, Paul

Griffiths, Stephanie & John

Gu, Jin

Gu, Lucy & Kevin

Guenzi, Gabriella & Buckley, Peter

Gunnersen, Julie (Grieg, 1962) & Peter†

Ha, Thanh & Nguyen, Chuong

Habersberger, Pam & Peter

Hallinan, Jonathan†

Hamilton, Maria

Hansen, Meg & Kindley, Garry

Harkness, Jacqueline & James

Harland, Sarah

Harris, Sue & Graeme

Heath, Sharon & Bladen, David

Heine, Leslie

Hillier, Jane & Nigel

Hinton, Sally & Robert

Hoff, Jenny & Kim

Hoggard, Sally & Richard

Holmes, Caroline & Tony

Huang, Ida & Lu, Steven

Huang, Vanessa & Jiang, Mark

Huo, Shuyan & Martin, Ian

Hurley, Emma & Michael

Isabella Li Family

Issa, Margaret & Karim

Ivanoff Family

Jackson, Andrea & Sheridan, Adam

Jago, Michelle & William

James, Charlotte (1991)

James, Elizabeth & Chris

James, Gabrielle & Michael

Jamieson, Susan & Robert

Jennings, Clare & Jennings, Iain

Jewell, Andrew

Johnson, Anna & David

Johnson, Marina & Daryl

Johnston, Anna (Johnston, 1981) & Goad, Philip

Jones, Martin

Jones, Stephen

Jones, Victoria

Just, Susan

Katona, Andrew

Kaufman, Jenny (Wright, 1966) & David

Keast, Lois† (Righetti, 1934)

Kee, Lier Deng & Deng, Danny

Keebaugh, Chyka & Bruce

Kendall OAM, Margaret (1954) & Tim

Kim, Lauren & Lim, Bernard

King, Julia & Russell

King, Lyn & Jeremy

Klein, Jenny & Pedr

Knowles, Fleur

Kornhauser, Maela (2018)

Kumbla, Surekha & Koottayi, Sathyajith

Kwok, Siu-Ying & Tan, Jason

Lambourne, Michael

Lander, Deirdre

Lang, Diane & Ian

Lau, Dzung & Lee

Lazarus, Ruth & Robert

Lee, Irene & Tony

Leeming, Claudette (1991) & Suttie, Mark

Lemanis, Melissa & John

Leung, May & David

Lewis, Mrs & Mr

Lewis, Prue (Hayward, 1972) & Tim

Li, Baoyu & Gang

Li, Lily & Du, Peter

Li, Maggie & Sun, Simon

Li, Teresa & Tan, Tommy

Li, Tracy

Lin, Lynne & Phillips, Adrian

Lisle, Deborah

Liu, Lan & Wei

Liu, Lili & Wang, Jian

Liu, Michael

Lochert Liley, Cristina & Liley, Michael

Lodge, Lesley & Paul

Loh-Taylor, Liz & Taylor, Sam

Long, Mary-Ann & Long, Justin

Lording AM, Elizabeth & Lording, Douglas

Lowe, Yoke Ping & Graham

Lu, Jing & Xie, Xiao Dong

Lucente, Puteri & Frank

Luo, Louisa & Huang, Harrison

Luo, Wei Hong & Cheng, XiongQiang

Lutz, Rosita & Victor

Lynch, Lynden & Ian

MacDougall, Ruth & Peter

MacGowan, Adele & Ken

Maddern, Kylie (1985)

Magit, Yelena & Gennady

Maher, Penny & Andrew

Mannering, Wilma

Marasea, Sarina & Sam

Maren, Gerry & Greg

Marks, Caroline & Kane, Robert

Martin, Mary & Roy

Martin, Sarah (Meldrum, 1965) & Peter

Matthews, Rosemary (Miller, 1954) & Peter†

McDonald, Margaret & Allan†

McKeand, Lee†

McKendrick, Kerry (Aberdeen, 1977) & Kim

Mead, Christine

Mead, Stephen

Meallin, Jan (Cullen, 1956)

Menzies, Fiona

Merigan, Kim & Richard

Milledge OAM, Mandy (Gray, 1972) & Jim

Monotti, Alison (Moss, 1973) & Andrew

Montgomery, Penny (Walford, 1966) & Paul

Moonlao, Tan & Taylor, Geoff

Moran, Rita & Peter

Morris, Jane (Richards, 1977) & Peter

Morrison, Jessica (2010)

Morrison, Rebecca (2013)

Mould, Diane (1972)

Moulden, Annie & Cooper, Simon

Mouledoux, Cathleen & Rene

Mountford, Georgina & Peter

Murphy, Dawn & Jason

Nadinic, Juli & Frank

Newman, Elisabeth & Ian

Nicholson, Sandra & Corbett, Phil

Northrop, Caroline & Rohan

O’Donohue, Sarah & Peter

Lauriston Foundation Members

As at 31 December 2023

Owen, Gail & Nash QC, Gerry

Parsons, Debra & Simon

Patterson, Nicole

Patterson, Stuart

Payne, Min & Peter

Pembrook, Amanda & Kirsner, Lindsay

Philip, Kate (1976)

Phillips, Nicole & Rich, Michael

Pike, Isobel & John

Qian, Yongbi & Zhou, Xiong Feng

Ralph, Kirsty & Andrew

Ralph, Glenda

Rao, Vinni & Vijay

Read, Kelly & Stuart

Reid, Sue & Mervyll

Rex, Elizabeth & Robert

Riddell, Jane (McArthur, 1974) & Graeme†

Ringersma, Margaret & Jelke

Roberts, Eileen & Hugh

Roberts, Susie & David

Robinson, Caroline (Fair, 1979) & Gregory

Rodgers-Wilson, Susie & Peter

Rosen, Cynthia (1964)

Ross, Gayle & Tim

Rowland, Fiona & Smith, James

Rowley, Deb & Danny

Rozenes, Barbara & Michael

Russell, Amanda

Russell, Sharon & David

Salvaris, Anne & John

Santucci, Carmela & Alvaro

Schiller, Lisa & Michael

Schirrman, Janet & Adrian

Searby, Jocelyn

Serong, Eliza & Fischer, Mark

Sha, Susan & Jin, Andrew

Shand, Judith & Peter

Shao, Jing & Gong, Ping

Shao, Joanna & Nie, Sophie

Shao, May & Wang, Jianming

Shepherd, Loretta & Ian

Shi, Linda & Xu, Tim

Siebert, Tina & Mark

Sim, Shauna (2007)

Sinclair, Pamela & Roger

Smallwood, Carol & Richard

Smibert, Wendy (1963)

Smith, Alicia (Brown, 1992) & Andrew

Smith, Deanne & Colin

Smith, Ms S

Somerton, Michelle

Stahle, Deborah & Peter

Stamoulis, Helen & John

Stark, Janet & Richard

Stebbens, Pat & Toby

Stevens, Nasu & Steven

Stewart, Lucy

Stockwin, Kate & Bennett, Michael

Stuckey, Sue & John

Stump, Alison & Nick

Summons, Beverly† (Gill, 1948) & John

Sun, Yifei & Wenjun

Szakiel, Elizabeth & Charles

Tan, Julia & Yeuong, Anthony

Tang, Amy & Trevor

Taylor, Pamela & Roy

Taylor, Sandra & Ian

Tee, Jessie & Manikhode, Tony

Thomas, Ruth & Rob

Tilbrook, Jenny & John

Tiller, John

Todhunter, Helen† & Tim

Tolley, Anita & Richard

Travers, Alexandra & Richard

Trieu, My & Chau, Van Chi

Trinca, Catherine (Hill, 1971) & Philip

Troedel, Prue & Bill

Tronson, Elizabeth

Trotter, Sophie & Mike

Tsaconas, Kanella & Costa

Tyrwhitt, David

Vengurlekar, Gita & Bajel, Ashish

Voon, Elizabeth

Wakeford, Jessica & Bruce

Walker, Carolyn & Jim

Walker, Rosemary & Batten, John

Wallis, Sally (Mason, 1963) & Adrian

Wang, Maggie & David

Wang, Meina & Jason

Warburton, Ros & Laing, Mike

Watkins, Alison & Rod

Watt, June (1943)†

Wei, Dong & Cui, Frank

Wei, Jane & Hu, George

Weragoda, Wing Huat & Johann

Whitehouse, Robyn & Len

Whiteley, Mackenzie

Whiting, Pamela

Willcox, Suzanne & Peter

Willox, Innes

Wills, Antonia & Stuart

Wills, Robyn & David

Wilson, Jane & John

Wilton, Ian

Wipfli, Christine & John

Xu, Min & Ngo, Man

Yang, Jun & Zong Li

Yao, Grace & Kuang, Huawei

Yeomans, Nancy & Graeme

Yeung, Clara & Alex

Zeidler, David†

Zeng, Hao & Chen, Xiaonan

Zhang, Vivian & Xu, Lin

Zhang, Wendy & Chen, Douglas

One anonymous Fellow member

The Lauriston Foundation (Inc.)

Combined Statement of Profit or Loss & Other Comprehensive Income for the year ended 31 December 2023

Note 11 provides detail for each of Building, Education, Library and Scholarship Funds.

The accompanying notes form part of the Financial Statements

The Lauriston Foundation (Inc.)

Combined Statement of Financial Position

as at 31 December 2023

Note 12 provides detail for each of Building, Education, Library and Scholarship Funds.

The accompanying notes form part of the Financial Statements

The Lauriston Foundation (Inc.)

Combined Statement of Changes in Equity for the year ended 31 December 2023

The accompanying notes form part of the Financial Statements

The Lauriston Foundation (Inc.)

Combined Statement of Cashflow for the year ended 31 December 2023

Note 13 provides detail for each of Building, Education, Library and Scholarship Funds.

The accompanying notes form part of the Financial Statements

The Lauriston Foundation (Inc.)

The Lauriston Foundation (Inc.)

Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2023

Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2023

1. Summary of Accounting Policies

Fund equity is currently made up of two sub-funds; The General Education Fund and the Diana Robertson Scholarship Fund. The Diana Robertson Scholarship was awarded each year to one Year 10 student who excels in the subject of History. From 2017 onwards, an amount of $1,600 (prior years the amount was $1,200) is paid each Scholarship recipient’s School fees for Years 11 and 12, subject to the recipient continuing to study History. In 2018 a second Diana Robertson Scholarship was created the study of humanities with the amount to be $1,600.

The Lauriston Foundation (Inc.) is not a reporting entity because, in the Board’s opinion, there are unlikely to exist users of the financial statements who are dependent on general purpose financial reports of The Lauriston Foundation (Inc.) for information. These financial statements are therefore a “Special Purpose Financial Report”. They have been drawn up so as to comply with the requirements of the Rules of The Lauriston Foundation (Inc.) and the Associations Incorporation Reform Act 2012, so as to provide information required by the Board and for the benefit of Members.

Statement of Compliance

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the requirements of Rule 11.1 of The Lauriston Foundation (Inc.), Part 7 of the Associations Incorporation Reform Act 2012, the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission Act 2012 and the recognition and measurement criteria specified by all Accounting Standards and the disclosure requirements of Accounting Standards AASB 101, “Presentation of Financial Statements”, AASB 107, “Cashflow Statements” and AASB 108 “Accounting Policies, changes in Accounting Estimates and Errors”, AASB 1048 “Interpretation of Standards” and AABB 1054 “Australian Additional Disclosures”.

For the purpose of this report, the entity is a not for profit entity. The financial report was authorised for issue by the Board on 13 March 2024.

Adoption of New and Revised Accounting Standards

1.1 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards Board and Interpretations that are mandatorily effective for the current year

The Foundation has adopted all the new and revised Standards and Interpretations issued by the Australian Accounting Standards Board (AASB) that are relevant to its operations and effective for an accounting period that begins on or after 1 January 2023. Set out below are the new and revised Standards and amendments thereof [and Interpretations] effective for the current year that are relevant to the Foundation:

Pronouncement Impact

AASB 2021-2 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards – Disclosure of Accounting Policies and Definition of Accounting Estimates

AASB 2022-3 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards – Illustrative Examples for N ot-for Profit Entities accompanying AASB 15

Requires the disclosure of material accounting policy information and clarifies how entities should distinguish changes in accounting policies and changes in accounting estimates.

The application of the amendments did not have a material impact on the Foundation’s financial statements but has changed the disclosure of accounting policy information in the financial statements.

AASB 2022-3 amends AASB 15 to add a new illustrative example (example 7A) which provides an in-depth analysis on the accounting for upfront fees such as club joining fees and school enrolment fees.

This Standard also documents the AASB’s decisions around concessionary leases in the basis of conclusions accompanying AASB 2022-3, to state that Not-for-profit private sector lessees – The AASB has decided to retain the accounting policy choice in AASB 16 for the right-of-use assets of concessionary leases to initially be measured at cost or fair value on an ongoing basis, where this will be a permanent option with no plans to reconsider in future.

The Lauriston Foundation (Inc.)

The Lauriston Foundation (Inc.)

Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2023

Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2023

Adoption of New and Revised Accounting Standards cont.

Pronouncement

Impact

The Foundation does not receive any upfront fees. The Foundation does not record any concessionary leases.

Accordingly, the directors of the Foundation note that the application of the Standard did not have a material impact on the Foundation’s financial statements.

1.2 New and Revised Australian Accounting Standards in issue but not yet effective

At the date of authorisation of the financial statements, the Foundation has not applied the following new and revised Australian Accounting Standards, Interpretations and amendments that have been issued but are not yet effective:

Standard/amendment

Effective for annual reporting periods beginning on or after

equity is currently made up of two sub-funds; The General Education Fund and the Diana Robertson Scholarship Fund. The Diana Robertson Scholarship was awarded each year to one Year 10 student who excels in the subject of History. From 2017 onwards, an amount of $1,600 (prior years the amount was $1,200) is paid each Scholarship recipient’s School fees for Years 11 and 12, subject to the recipient continuing to study History. In 2018 a second Diana Robertson Scholarship was created the study of humanities with the amount to be $1,600.

AASB 2022-6 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards – Noncurrent Liabilities with Covenants

AASB 2022-5 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards – Lease Liability in a Sale and Leaseback

AASB 2023-1 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards –Supplier Finance Arrangements

1 January 2024

1 January 2024

1 January 2024

At the date of these financial statements the impact on the Foundation of the standards and interpretations not yet effective listed above has not been determined. The Directors are still assessing the likely impact on adoption.

Application of the consolidation and equity accounting requirements

The Foundation has no investments in subsidiaries or joint ventures.

2. Composition of the Foundation

The Foundation was incorporated on 2 January 1985 under the provisions of the Association Incorporation Act 1981 (Victoria) under the registration number 00034350L and comprises the following funds.

Building Fund - ABN 62 856 028 429

Donations to the Building Fund are tax deductible. This fund was established in 1985. Donations to this fund are intended to provide support to the School’s Building Development Program.

Education Fund - ABN 36 613 524 027

Donations to the Education Fund are not tax deductible. This fund was established in 1985. The aim of the Fund is to accumulate capital, the income from which can be used for educational purposes.

Library Fund - ABN 20 434 680 513

Donations to the Library Fund are tax deductible. This fund was established in 1985. Donations may only be used for equipment, books, and other resources directly for use in the Library.

Scholarship Fund - ABN 95 471 816 595

Donations to the Scholarship Fund are tax deductible. This fund was established in 2007 and is intended to accumulate capital from which the income generated can be used to provide scholarships and bursaries.

The combined financial statements represent the aggregation of these funds. No elimination entries are necessary.

Fund

The Lauriston Foundation (Inc.)

The Lauriston Foundation (Inc.)

Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2023

Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2023

3. Investments

Investments of the Foundation consist of cash at bank and Vanguard Diversified Growth Index Exchange Traded Funds.

4. Other Financial Assets

Financial Instruments – financial assets and liabilities

Classification

The Foundation manages its investment portfolio and classifies its entire portfolio as financial assets at fair value through profit and loss.

Measurement

At initial recognition, the Foundation measures a financial asset at its fair value and subsequent changes in fair value are recognised directly in profit or loss.

equity is currently made up of two sub-funds; The General Education Fund and the Diana Robertson Scholarship Fund. The Diana Robertson Scholarship was awarded each year to one Year 10 student who excels in the subject of History. From 2017 onwards, an amount of $1,600 (prior years the amount was $1,200) is paid each Scholarship recipient’s School fees for Years 11 and 12, subject to the recipient continuing to study History. In 2018 a second Diana Robertson Scholarship was created the study of humanities with the amount to be $1,600.

Dividends

Dividends on equity instruments are recognised as income in profit or loss where the Entity’s right to receive the dividends is established.

Loans and receivables

Trade receivables, loans and receivables are non-derivative financial assets with fixed or determinable payments that are not quoted in an active market and are stated at amortised cost using the effective interest rate method less any impairment.

Effective interest method

The effective interest method is a method of calculating the amortised cost of a financial asset and of allocating interest income over the relevant period. The effective interest rate is the rate that exactly discounts estimated future cash receipts through the expected life of the financial asset, or, where appropriate, a shorter period. Income is recognised on an effective interest basis for debt instruments other than those at fair value through profit or loss.

Financial liabilities

Non-derivative financial liabilities, including loans and borrowings, are recognised at amortised cost, comprising original debt less principal repayments and amortisation. The Foundation does not hold liabilities for trading.

Fair value estimation

The fair value of financial assets traded in active markets (such as publicly traded securities) is based on quoted market prices at the end of the reporting period. The quoted market price used for financial assets held by the Foundation is the current bid price. The fair value of managed funds is based on the unit price of each fund as reported by the funds at balance sheet date.

Derecognition of financial assets

The Foundation recognises a financial asset only when the contractual rights to the cash flows from the asset expire, or it transfers the financial asset and substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership of the asset to another entity.

Fund

The Lauriston Foundation (Inc.)

The Lauriston Foundation (Inc.)

Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2023

Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2023

5. Pledges and Donations

Balance 31 December 2022 Donations

Net Investment gain / (loss)

r ealised

Net Investment gain / (loss) unrealised Expenses Distributions Paid Transfer Received

[incl. interest, dividends & distributions]

$ $ $ $ $ $ $

Fund 2,566,277 - 61,330239,388(2,252) -Scholarship 184,184 - 4,56817,828 (168)(3,200) -

Fund 2,750,461 - 65,898257,216(2,420)(3,200) -

Pledges and donations are brought to account by the Foundation on a cash received basis. All other income is recognised on an accruals basis.

equity is currently made up of two sub-funds; The General Education Fund and the Diana Robertson Scholarship Fund. The Diana Robertson Scholarship was awarded each year to one Year 10 student who excels in the subject of History. From 2017 onwards, an amount of $1,600 (prior years the amount was $1,200) is paid each Scholarship recipient’s School fees for Years 11 and 12, subject to the recipient continuing to study History. In 2018 a second Diana Robertson Scholarship was created the study of humanities with the amount to be $1,600.

The total donations received by the Lauriston Foundation during 2023 include pledges and donations to the capital campaign as well as donations made periodically throughout the year. Annual Appeal donations relate specifically to donations received as a result of the "Annual Giving Day" appeal which was conducted in May and June 2023 to support needs based scholarships, infrastructure and library resources.

Fund

The Lauriston Foundation (Inc.)

The Lauriston Foundation (Inc.)

Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2023

Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2023

6. Notes to the Statement of Cash Flows

For the purpose of the statement of cash flows, cash includes cash on hand and in banks and investments in money market instruments, net of outstanding bank overdrafts. Cash at the end of the financial year as shown in the statement of cash flows is reconciled to the related items in the statement of financial position.

equity is currently made up of two sub-funds; The General Education Fund and the Diana Robertson Scholarship Fund. The Diana Robertson Scholarship was awarded each year to one Year 10 student who excels in the subject of History. From 2017 onwards, an amount of $1,600 (prior years the amount was $1,200) is paid each Scholarship recipient’s School fees for Years 11 and 12, subject to the recipient continuing to study History. In 2018 a second Diana Robertson Scholarship was created the study of humanities with the amount to be $1,600.

of surplus for the year to Net Cash Flows

The Lauriston Foundation (Inc.)

The Lauriston Foundation (Inc.)

Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2023

Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2023

7. Education Fund

Fund

The Lauriston Foundation (Inc.)

Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2023

The Education Fund equity is currently made up of two sub-funds; The General Education Fund and the Diana Robertson Scholarship Fund. The Diana Robertson Scholarship was established in 1992 and is awarded each year to one Year 10 student who excels in the subject of History. From 2017 onwards, an amount of $1,600 (prior years the amount was $1,200) is paid each year towards the Scholarship recipient’s School fees for Years 11 and 12, subject to the recipient continuing to study History. In 2018 a second Diana Robertson Scholarship was created to be awarded to a girl in year 8 in the study of humanities with the amount to be $1,600.

8. Scholarship Fund

equity is currently made up of two sub-funds; The General Education Fund and the Diana Robertson Scholarship Fund. The Diana Robertson Scholarship was awarded each year to one Year 10 student who excels in the subject of History. From 2017 onwards, an amount of $1,600 (prior years the amount was $1,200) is paid each Scholarship recipient’s School fees for Years 11 and 12, subject to the recipient continuing to study History. In 2018 a second Diana Robertson Scholarship was created the study of humanities with the amount to be $1,600.

The Scholarship Fund is currently made up of four sub-funds; the Foundation Scholarship, the Foundation Creative & Performing Arts Scholarship, the Sun Foundation Educational Bursary and the Belinda Phillips Goldman Sachs Memorial Scholarship The Sun Foundation Educational Bursary is offered on an annual basis and is awarded to a member of the Lauriston teaching staff to support their educational advancement. The Belinda Phillips Goldman Sachs Memorial Scholarship is offered to students who excel in Sport and is offered every two years.

Belinda Phillips Goldman Sachs Scholarship Fund

The Lauriston Foundation (Inc.)

Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2023

The corpus of the Belinda Phillips Goldman Sachs Scholarship Fund (Phillips Fund Corpus) is to represent the contributed capital of the Fund, indexed for inflation (by reference to the Australian Bureau of Statistics data series – All Groups CPI, Australia). The cash value of the Phillips Fund Corpus is to be maintained as part of the Scholarship Fund and cannot be distributed. Only cash funds in excess of the Phillips Fund Corpus, can be distributed for the Belinda Phillips Goldman Sachs Scholarship. As at 31 December 2023, by reference to the Australian Bureau of Statistics data series – All Groups CPI, Australia, the minimum amount that had to be maintained in the Phillips Fund Corpus was $317,800 The accrued value of the corpus as at 31 December 2023 was $317,800

The Lauriston Foundation (Inc.)

Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2023

10. Statement of Financial Position by Fund

Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2023

Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2023 Fund equity is currently made up of two sub-funds; The General Education Fund and the Diana Robertson Scholarship Fund. The Diana Robertson Scholarship was awarded each year to one Year 10 student who excels in the subject of History. From 2017 onwards, an amount of $1,600 (prior years the amount was $1,200) is paid each Scholarship recipient’s School fees for Years 11 and 12, subject to the recipient continuing to study History. In 2018 a second Diana Robertson Scholarship was created the study of humanities with the amount to be $1,600.

Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2023

12. Subsequent events

There has not been any matter or circumstance occurring subsequent to the end of the year that has significantly affected, or may significantly affect, the operations of The Lauriston Foundation, the results of those operations or the state of affairs of the entity in future financial years. The

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