President’s Report

After several heavily COVID interrupted years, we commenced 2022 with cautious optimism that the year ahead would resemble life as we used to know it. The year was not without its challenges, but thankfully, the OCGA was able to run a very full program of events to uphold the OCGA’s three main aims – to keep members in touch with one another, to keep them in touch with the School and to support the School.

It was fantastic to return to running an event on average every eleven days across the entire school year. Many year level reunions were run as triple headers to make sure leavers from cancelled events in previous years had an opportunity to catch up. Attendances at events were outstanding as we enjoyed the opportunity to venture out and meet face-to-face again.

A highlight of the year, after several postponements, was the stirring and entertaining speeches given by retiring staff members Mr Peter Robinson and Mr Ken Schwab, who jointly delivered the Toast to the School at the Annual Dinner following teaching careers of a combined total of more than 75 years!

OCGA sports teams, golf and lawn bowls days, Suma Park cricket, Battle of the Decades tennis and our art exhibition and sale were all back in full swing. And it was a special Gallery of Achievement Dinner with eight outstanding CGS Alumni added. We also launched an OCGA Instagram page, to run alongside the existing OCGA LinkedIn and Facebook groups which are used to promote and report on our range of activities. There’s also updates on Alumni in ‘Where are they now?’ posts. I highly recommend you follow the OCGA social pages if you don’t already to keep up with news in the most timely manner.

The full calendar of OCGA activities depends on the goodwill, support, expertise and hard work of many volunteers, and I thank everyone who assisted the OCGA Committee over the last year. In particular, I’d like to extend my gratitude to the CGS Community and Development Office, led by Ryan Whitehead (1994), with invaluable support from Cindy Parker, for continuing to support CGS leavers no matter where their life may take them.

Life Membership

All 179 leavers from Camberwell Grammar School in 2022 joined as new Life Members of the OCGA and we are delighted to welcome them to the Association.

Finance & Investments

The reporting period for the OCGA is from 1 January to 31 December 2022. Whilst the OCGA continues to maintain a strong financial position with total equity at year end of $1,543,251, this is a decrease of 12% from the prior year as the market value of the investment portfolio fell in 2022 from the heights reached in 2021. The 2022 financial year saw the OCGA return to a fully operational year of events, which led to an increase in both the revenues generated and expenses incurred for the hosting of events, most notably the Annual Dinner. Excluding the impacts of the investment portfolio, comprising of dividends ($70,436) and realised loss on sale of shares ($6,685), the OCGA had an operating deficit in 2022.

Total income was $171,940. The three major sources of income for the OCGA are dividends from the investment portfolio, Life Memberships, and receipts from functions. Total expenditure was $107,220. The major expenses are costs of functions and grants to sporting bodies.

I would like to thank the Finance and Investment Committee, as well as our Treasurer Peter Deliyannis (2013) for these results. Once again, many thanks to our honorary auditors McPhail and Partners for their independent review report.

Calendar of Events

9 February - OCGA versus Old Scotch Lawn Bowls. A team of Alumni (1981 - 2016), past staff and current and past parents took on Old Scotch for the Keith Weymouth Perpetual Trophy for Lawn Bowls at MCC Bowls Club, Hawthorn. OCGA won two of the four rinks to take the trophy by one shot overall. It was a lovely day of friendly yet competitive lawn bowls.

25 February - The 26th OCGA Golf Challenge was once again a great success. 25 Alumni (including two who are past parents and current grandparents), three past parents, five current parents, sponsors, staff and guests competed in the ambrose competition. Robert Goode (1997), Frank Chen (current parent), Chris Hoyling (current parent) and Han Yan (current parent) were the winners finishing 9 under par. We thank all the players and sponsors for their support.

1 March - The OCGA Annual General Meeting was held in the Camberwell Room. 22 Alumni, five staff and one guest attended. Committee was elected for 2022 as follows:

Nick Schildberger (1997) President

Julian Giovannucci (2011) Vice President

Jack Fitzgerald (2018) Vice President

Peter Deliyannis (2013) Treasurer

Jack Amling (2019)

Edward Banks (2003)

Warren Edney (1975)

Geoffrey Gong (2020)

Chris Kelly (1969)

Michael Koswig (1986)

John Mills (1984)

Michael Pountney (2001)

Paul Hicks Headmaster

Ryan Whitehead (1994) Executive Office

Cindy Parker Development Associate

Brian Kim (2016), Co-Producer, Camberwell Grammarians’ Theatre Company spoke about the work of this growing company. Brian presented a review of 2021 and the productions What the Butler Saw and Cosi and the challenges faced due to COVID lockdowns. Brian also discussed the vision for the company moving forward.

18 March - The 80s put together a strong team to go back to back in the Battle of the Decades Tennis Tournament at Kooyong Tennis Club. The first group of Alumni from the 20s joined the 70s, 80s, 90s, 00s and 10s for a night of competitive round robin tennis. 28 Alumni competed.

Brad Leitch (1983) was the Best Individual Player by one point from Philip McCall (1982) and Naysan Saffar (1999). The evening finished with a buffet BBQ dinner and drinks. Thank you to Cam Dickinson (1981) for organising the grass courts.

27 March - Glorious weather greeted the players for the 27th Suma Park Cricket Match between an OCGA team and local Bellarinas at Point Lonsdale. The game was a run fest from the start with the OCGA team amassing 5/193 Dave Harry (2003) 40, John Klotz (1987) 38, Richard Jones (1982) 35 and Andrew Paterson(1985) 37.

The Bellarinas chased down the imposing table with one ball to spare in a most exciting finish with Dave Harry taking 3 for 27 off his 5 overs.

A wonderful lunch accompanied by a glass of wine between innings added to the flavour of the day.

Ryan Whitehead (1994, Head of Community and Development) made a golden duck and dropped a catch!

It was a game played in wonderful spirit and enjoyed by all involved. Thank you to Barrie Provan (1956) for hosting the day.

6 April - The OCGA welcomed the many families who have entrusted Camberwell Grammar School with their education over multiple generations to the Generations Breakfast

Alumni from the class of 1961 through to 2000 came with their sons, grandsons and nephews from Pre-Prep to Year 12. 34 Alumni attended with 36 current students.

1 May - 28th 50 Year Lunch was held at the School. Alumni that left the School in 1972 or prior gathered to catch up with classmates and share stories of their school days.

Dr Paul Hicks welcomed the attendees and Grace was said by Rev Stewart Taplin (1965). Past Director of Music Trevor Henley (1969) led the singing of the School song.

The Toast to the School was given by Mr Ian Kirwan (1948) and his son Dr Andrew Kirwan (1972). Andrew and Ian are the first father and son to attend the lunch.

15 new members of the 50 Year Chapter were presented with their 50 Year Badges by Mr Chris Kelly (1969) Past President, OCGA Committee.

13 May - 10 Year Reunion (Class of 2012) was held in the Camberwell Room. 43 Alumni, Julian Giovannucci (OCGA Committee) and eight past and current staff attended.

18 May - Camberwell Breakfast. Four Alumni met with Ryan Whitehead, Head of Community and Development and Nick Schildberger, President of the OCGA Committee at Zoobibi, Hawthorn East.

27 May - 20 Year Reunion (Class of 2000, 2001 and 2002). The first triple year reunion was held in the renovated top level of the Performing Arts Centre (Wilson Phillips Room). Eight Alumni from the Class of 2000, 12 from the Class of 2001 and 38 from the Class of 2002 attended.

9 June - Roystead Society and Gallery of Achievement Dinner

The eight Alumni nominated in 2021 together with the two Alumni from 2022 were inducted on the evening. Mr Ian Robertson AO (1973) was the guest speaker. The Charles Francis Award for Ethics was presented to Ishaan Nandurkar (Year 12). 54 guests and 18 current and past staff attended.

Prof John M Tonkin (1956)

Dr John O Ward (1957)

Dr Justin Playfair AM (1961)

Mr Robert N Wallace (1969 dec.)

Mr Peter R Barker AM (1973)

Mr Timothy J Millikan (1987)

SQNLDR Sean A Hamilton CSC (2001)

Mr Johan H Durst (2008)

Dr Michael Liffman AM (1964)

Mr David A Haintz AM (1983)

22 July - 30 Year Reunion (Class of 1990, 1991, 1992). 10 Alumni fom the Class of 1990, 15 from the Class of 1991 and 40 from the Class of 1992 attended. There were four past staff and three current staff in attendance.

28 July - QLD Network Function. 19 Alumni, four guests and Dr Paul Hicks and Mrs Susan Hicks and Mr Ryan Whitehead attended the event. Craig Rose (1994) hosted drinks at Fiume Rooftop and Bar followed by dinner at Greca, Howard Smith Wharves.

29 July - NSW Network Function. 18 Alumni, two guests and Dr Paul Hicks and Mrs Susan Hicks and Mr Ryan Whitehead attended the event. Ian Robertson AO (1973) hosted the event at the office of Holding Redlich.

11 August - The 16th OCGA Art Exhibition & Sale was opened by Simon Swingler (1986) in the David Williams Gallery. Simon’s art draws influence from his commercial practices of graphic design and illustration. He has designed many graphic identities including significant projects for Australia (as a tourism and business destination), and the 2006 Melbourne Commonwealth Games. He has also illustrated over 21 published books and exhibited in various illustration exhibitions. Simon sons Harry (2019) and Billy (2022) also attended Camberwell Grammar School.

The OCGA Art Exhibition & Sale featured the work of Alumni as well as past and current parents and staff, and Artist in Residence. Proceeds from the sale of works is donated by the OCGA to the School through the Ron Wootton Memorial Fund.

26 August - The OCGA Annual Dinner was held at Melbourne Pullman on the Park. The event was opened by the President of the OCGA, Mr Nick Schildberger (1997). Julian Giovannucci, School Captain 2011 said Grace and Master of Ceremonies was Mr Ed Banks (2003). Dr Paul Hicks gave his Headmaster’s Welcome. Retiring staff members Mr Peter Robinson and Mr Ken Schwab delivered the Toast to the School.

Calling of the Years was given by Mr Nick Schildberger (1997) with Mr Brian McPhail (1967) and Mr Greg Smith AM (1969) tying for the earliest connection to the School having both started in the early 60s. The ‘School Song’ and ‘Sports Song’ were led by Mr Trevor Henley (1969) and accompanied by Mr Ben Bishop (1996). 43 Alumni, 21 current and past staff, Dr Paul Hicks and Mr Ryan Whitehead attended.

1 September - OCGA Vocational Dinner 2022 - Commerce, was held in the Camberwell Room. The Dinner provides a great opportunity for current students, recent leavers, Alumni and parents to network with and benefit from the experiences of Alumni who have established careers in a diverse range of professions. The evening was a panel discussion facilitated by Ryan Whitehead (1994), Head of Community and Development:

Stephen Dixon (1985) Partner - Registered Liquidator & Trustee in Bankruptcy, Hamilton Murphy Advisory

Dan Woods (1986) Managing Director, WE Communications

Justin Smith (1989) Head of Commercial, Grill’d

Stuart Cronin (1991) Chief Operating Officer, Global Health Ltd

Nick Sims (1994) Co-Head of Investment Banking, Goldman Sachs

David Carbines (2001) Cofounder & CEO, COGSflow

Matthew Todd (2012) Sales Executive, Salesforce

Connor Murphy (2016) Risk & Compliance Officer, Bank First

Matthew Deayton (2020) Bachelor of Commerce and Diploma of Languages, Monash University

Nine Alumni speakers, 12 Alumni, 22 students and 11 current parents and three current staff attended.

19 October - Cufflink Presentation. Alumni Fathers, three Alumni Grandfathers, President OCGA Committee, Mr Nick Schildberger (1997) and Mr Ryan Whitehead (1994), Head of Community and Development welcomed Year 12 into the Old Camberwell Grammarians Association and presented them with OCGA cufflinks.

3 November - SA Network Function. Alumni living and working in Adelaide and surrounds gathered for the SA Network Function on Friday night. Six Alumni and three guests attended.

Paul Hicks, Susan Hicks and Ryan Whitehead hosted the event at Penfolds Magill Estate Cellar Door. Thank you to Derek Gibbs (1989) for organising the tour and wine tasting.

4 November - WA Network Function. Alumni and past staff living and working in Perth and surrounds gathered for the WA Network Function on Thursday night. 11 Alumni and one guest attended. Paul Hicks, Susan Hicks and Ryan Whitehead hosted the event at Lot Twenty Bar.

10 November - 5 Year Reunion (Class of 2015, 2016 and 2017).

20 Alumni from the Class of 2015, 22 from the Class of 2016, 12 from the Class of 2017 attended. There were one past staff and six current staff in attendance.

16 November - 60+ Year Lunch. Alumni from the Classes of 1946 through to 1962 returned to the School for the 60+ Year Lunch. Alumni from the Classes of 1960 - 1962 received their 60 Year cufflinks. 39 Alumni, 14 guests, one past staff and three current staff attended. Dr Paul Hicks welcomed Alumni and President of the OCGA, Mr Nick Schildberger attended.

20 November - OCGA Lawn Bowls Social Day. Alumni from the Class of 1960 to 2021 and staff competed in a round robin of three rounds. Five Alumni and seven current staff attended.

The winning Skip was Peter Hanson (1967), 2nd was Paul Hicks (Headmaster) and Lead was Raydan Tallis (staff).

25 November - 40 Year Reunion (Class of 1980, 1981 & 1982)

Nine Alumni from the Class of 1980, 23 from the Class of 1981 and 24 from the Class of 1982 attended. There were three past staff and three current staff in attendance.

1 December - 1 Year Reunion (Class of 2019, 2020 & 2021). 28 Alumni from the Class of 2019, 28 from the Class of 2020 and 38 from the Class of 2021 attended. There was one past staff and nine current staff in attendance.

Gallery of Achievement

This year we inducted eight men into the Gallery of Achievement for 2021 and two men for 2022. Some of these men were nominated by other Alumni and some were identified through research of archival material. Once again this year the inductees span a range of achievements. They are highlighted later in this booklet.

General

The OCGA continues to work closely with the School and be involved in several other major ongoing projects. The following is a brief review of that participation:

• Participation in the Annual Giving program with the CGS Foundation.

• Support for the School archives and museum.

• Providing grants and sponsorship to current students and Alumni to pursue sporting events representing Australia, as well as some smaller specific grants for particularly worthy overseas study or volunteering.

• Providing grants to OCGA sporting and arts clubs/ associations – and encouraging a strong link between these groups and current aligned bodies within the School.

• Organising speakers for the School Careers Night.

Mentoring Program

For a number of years now, the OCGA has facilitated a mentoring program for members which is powered by a software driven package called Mentor Loop. The OCGA Committee has been impressed by the take-up by both mentors and mentees and will continue to seek opportunities to support Alumni on their career journeys. If you’d like more information on the mentoring program, or would like to participate, please make contact with the Community and Development Office.

Conclusion

I would like to thank the Headmaster, Dr Paul Hicks, whose enthusiastic support of all our activities is crucial to our ongoing success. Likewise, the support of the School Council and the staff of the School are invaluable, and greatly appreciated.

I thank all Committee Members for their work and advice throughout the year and the Community and Development Office staff for their organisation and support of all our activities.

I’d also like to acknowledge the contribution made by our former OCGA President, Matthew Forwood (1984), who stepped off the OCGA committee last year after steering the OCGA through unprecedented times and making sure that the core purpose of our Association was maintained in the most difficult of circumstances – leaving the Association stronger than ever.

Overall, it was wonderful to see the OCGA return to a full slate of activities in 2022, with so many Alumni participating and contributing to our active and thriving Association.

I wish our entire OCGA Community a prosperous year ahead. I look forward to meeting you at an OCGA function or event soon.

Nick Schildberger (1997), President

Sporting Clubs & Affiliates

OCGA Cricket Club

For the 21-22 season OCGCC entered two teams in the MCC Club XI, in the 3rd and 4th divisions. Both teams shared use of Wilsons Rd reserve as their home ground.

Thankfully the season was relatively unimpeded by COVID-19 and the club was able to enjoy an almost complete season of training, and matches. We were also able to do a refresh on our merchandise, designing and ordering a new range of high quality on field, and off field attire.

Andrew Richards (2010) continued with great success as Captain of the 1st XI with his experience in the MCC Club XI competition proving invaluable in ensuring a Grand Final appearance in the team’s first year in the competition. Mark Nothdurft (2010), Stuart Sharp (2008) and Vaibhav Chandra (2006) all had strong years with the ball while Andrew Richards and A. Reeve-Webber (2006) led the way with the bat. Unfortunately the First XI lost to a very strong East Malvern Tooronga team in the Grand Final, but nonetheless it was a strong season wide performance.

Jonathan Gumley (2006) also continued as Captain of the 2nd XI, marking his second year in the position during the MCC competition period of the 2nd XI. It was another strong season from the 2nd XI winning 11 games with Eugene Lee, Drew Tudor and Andrew Crosby (2008) leading the way with the bat, and Jonathan Gumley starring with 20 wickets. Unfortunately the 2nd XI was unable to overcome Footscray in the Semi Final, marking the second year in a row the team was unable to progress from a semi to a grand final.

Despite not winning either grand final the club for the first time ever had both teams reach the finals, which showed the amount of determination, talent and consistency across both teams. We were once again privileged to be able to continue training at the School under coach Stuart Sharp.

For the 21-22 season we have seen the return of some old faces like Brendan Li (2006) and some new Alumni Sam Peasnell (2003), Rhett Northdurft (2012) and are on track to reach finals in both divisions for a second year running with the ultimate goal to win both grand finals.

Even with the order of new on and off-field attire the club has stayed financially healthy thanks to the generous support of the

OCGA and our strong base of committed players. We also ran a Bunnings sausage sizzle which helped to raise funds for the club.

As the age profile of the club continues to get older we look forward to strengthening relationships with the younger Alumni and new graduating classes. The club has plans to present caps to outgoing players and become more involved with the Year 12 cricketing cohort to inject some youth into the side. To finish, the club is always looking for new members and would love for any Past Students of any level interested in joining a fun, supportive and successful cricketing environment to reach out on Facebook, Instagram or email us on secretary.ocgcc@gmail.com. Go Wellers!

Mitchell Anderson, Secretary, OCGCC

OCGA Football Club

After the disappointment of no football in 2020 and just over half a season in 2021, it was a joy to complete the football season in 2022. At Old Camberwell Grammarians’ Amateur Football Club, success is not just measured in on field results. It is much more than that – participation, friendship, community and teamwork are but a few words that spring to mind. Football is important, but making a difference to the lives of young men and women is far more important, and I am so proud that our club is able to do that year after year.

As it happens, 2022 was a very successful season for the club on field – two grand final appearances and two preliminary final appearances, together with a strong showing from our Under 19’s. Although a premiership eluded us, the men’s First XVIII Preliminary Final win means a return to C Grade football – one of our main aims for the season.

The Club continues to go from strength to strength off the field – for this I must thank our previous committee, ably led by Adam Kyriacou, who put in place such solid foundations. Highlights of the year included the wonderful Diamond Jubilee Gala Ball celebrating the Club’s 60th year of existence, and a sensational Wellsmen lunch attended by 150 past players and supporters.

On Field

As I mentioned, 2022 will be viewed as a successful season for the club. Our women set the scene, falling just short in a very competitive grand final performance against the undefeated Beaumaris. It was a challenging season for the girls, beginning back in March when we decided we did not have enough players to field two teams. This meant girls had to be rested each week, but as a testament to their drive and spirit, they remained committed and supportive of their teammates and finished the home and away season in third place. A nerve wracking first Semi Final ensued, with the girls holding off the fast finishing Therry Penola to win by two points. The following week saw the girls play close to their best football for the season, upsetting Old Haileybury by 19 points.

Unfortunately, we could not maintain the momentum, although it was no disgrace to lose to the slick Beaumaris outfit in the Grand Final. Overall, a fantastic result, and full credit and thanks go to our coach Alex McKenzie, his assistants Anna Sallows, Val Barber and Tom Coleman, team manager Tim Wilson, the leadership group consisting of captain Sara Fortunato, vice captains Steph Defina and Sam Anjou, Emma Hooper and Alannah Frampton, together with everyone else who helped out during the year.

Our men’s senior team fought back from a challenging start to the year to play off in the Grand Final – an excellent result given where we were placed at the halfway point of the season. We remained undefeated for the last eight home and away games, and then achieved rousing wins in both the first Semi and Preliminary finals. PEGS proved to be too strong in the Grand Final, and in the end were deserving premiership winners, losing only one game for the season.

Both the men’s second and third XVIII’s were defeated in the Preliminary Final. Both were disappointed, having sat in the top two positions on the ladder for the whole of the year. Nevertheless, reaching a preliminary final is no mean feat.

The Under 19’s suffered from injuries to and the unavailability of key players throughout the season, which ultimately impacted the final ladder position. However, when all players were up and running the boys recorded some great wins, which demonstrated the talent housed within the group. Many of the players will still be eligible to play under 19 football again next year, which will provide a springboard for a more successful season.

A big thank you to all of our men’s coaches: Anson Brownless, Tim Killworth, Ben Hart, Daniel Dick, Bill Appleby, Matthew Beechey and Rob Kimmitt.

A special tribute to Dan Dick and Bill Appleby who will be stepping aside from coaching duties next year. Dan has done a great job with the seconds over the last two seasons, building a strong winning culture and creating an environment that the players want to be part of. Although busy with his expanding business empire and a young family, I am sure Dan will not be lost to the club.

Bill typified the Wellers spirit when, after moving to Albury part way through the season to take up a new job, continued to drive to Melbourne and back each Saturday just to fulfil his coaching duties. Bill’s enthusiasm and positive demeanour will be missed by all.

The Coaches Reviews go into detail about the year and pay tribute to all the helpers, leaders and supporters who have made this season possible and I would also like to thank them for their incredible contributions to OCGAFC.

In 2023 we will be looking to consolidate our position in C grade, which will require some sound recruiting over the off season together with further investment in the football program, with a particular emphasis on the development of the Under 19’s. The women will be aiming to go one better in 2023 and hopefully secure the club’s second women’s premiership.

Off Field

Due to the good work undertaken by the Committee in previous years, 2022 ran relatively smoothly.

At the previous AGM Andrew Romanin signalled his intention to step away from his role as Football Operations Manager, but in true ‘Roma’ fashion, did not leave until he had found a suitable replacement and undertaken a thorough handover. I would like to thank Andrew for the fantastic job he did over a number of years and for identifying Charlie Urwin who has proven to be an able replacement.

Having been postponed for two years the Gala Ball was finally held in April last year. It proved to be a wonderful event, exceeding the expectations of all involved. A huge thank you to the organisers, in particular Adam Kyriacou (who was also a masterful MC), Kath Bithavas, Rebecca Kertes and Carole Anjou, and to those who donated raffle and auction prizes that helped the event to turn a profit, which was looking unlikely for some time!

I would like to thank all committee members for their support and encouragement for the year, it has been a pleasure to work with such a fine group of people. The number of hours behind the scenes given by them and our volunteers to ensure we put teams on the field week in week out is testament to everyone here and the dozens of others who make this football club great.

We fielded 5 football teams in 2022 – four men’s and one women’s, giving over 170 young men and women the opportunity to play our great game which is a significant achievement in and of itself. It was also encouraging to note that 85% of the men’s preliminary final team attended Camberwell Grammar School.

Football clubs, like all good organisations, strive for continuous improvement. 2022 saw a consolidation of the good work of previous years, and a return to “normality” following two COVID interrupted years. Highlights included:

Financial stability was maintained thanks to the ongoing support of our loyal sponsors and player subscriptions

An incredibly successful Gala Ball that was a fantastic fillip for morale around the club as well as generating a modest financial return.

A blockbuster Wellsmen lunch attended by 150 guests, which culminated in the presentation of the David Stevens Medal by David’s daughter to the best senior men’s player that day.

Continuation of the closer alignment with the CGS football program culminating in us attending the jumper presentation and the Friends of Football presentation night and hosting a breakfast for Year 12 school leavers

We developed closer links with Boroondara Council through the work of Katherine Bithavas and Alan Vickery.

At the end of the year both Kath Bithavas and Bec Kertes will step down from the Committee. I would like here to pay a special tribute to both Kath and Bec for the outstanding contribution they have made since they joined the Committee all those years ago!

Kath has played a huge role, liaising with both the VAFA and Council, opening and helping to run the canteen this year, organising Thursday night post-training meals as well as being involved in the organisation of many social functions, the highlight which was of course this year’s Gala Ball. Similarly, Bec has been just as vital, looking after social media, merchandise, helping out serving food and drinks on Thursday nights and also helping to organise all of our social events.

A huge thank you to you both – I do not know where we would be without you. We will need to recruit four or five new committee members next year just to cover the work you two have done.

I would also like to thank the following volunteers who continue to humble us with their support. We know how important you are to the fabric of our club and thank you sincerely:

Steve Derry

Tim Cottrell

Canteen – Karen Taverner

Warren ‘Wearly’ Earl

Captains and our leadership groups

Trainers and Medical Staff

Peak Physiotherapy – Andrew Kokinos

Gavin Powell, President

LEAD AUDITOR’S INDEPENDENCE DECLARATION

I am pleased to provide the following declaration of independence to the Committee of Old Camberwell Grammarians’ Association Inc

As lead audit partner for the review of the financial statements of Old Camberwell Grammarians’ Association Inc for the year ended 31 December 2022, I declare that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, there have been no contraventions of: i) the auditor independence requirements in relation to the review; and ii) any applicable code of professional conduct in relation to the review E.

WAYNE C. DURDIN Partner

27 February 2023 Melbourne

Independent Auditor’s Review Report To the Members of Old Camberwell Grammarians’ Association Inc.

Conclusion

We have reviewed the special purpose financial report of Old Camberwell Grammarians’ Association Inc (the “Association”), which comprises the statement of financial position as at 31 December 2022, the statement of profit or loss, the statement of changes in equity and the statement of cash flows for the year th en ended, and notes to the financial statements comprising a summary of significant accounting policies and other explanatory information, and the directors’ declaration

Based on our review, which is not an audit, nothing has come to our attention that c auses us to believe that the accompanying special purpose financial report of the Association does not comply with the Associations Incorporation Reform Act 2012 including:

(a) giving a true and fair view of the Association’s financial position as at 31 December 2022 and of its financial performance for the year then ended; and

(b) complying with Australian Accounting Standards to the extent described in Note 1 to the financial report, and the Associations Incorporation Reform Act 2012

Basis for Conclusion

We conducted our review in accordance with ASRE 2410 Review of a Financial Report Performed by the Independent Auditor of the Entity . Our responsibilities are further described in the Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Review of the Financial Report section of our report. We are independent of the Association in accordance with the ethical requirements of the Accounting Professional and Ethical Standards Board’s APES 110 Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants (including Independence Standards) (the Code) that are relevant to our audit of the annual financial report in Australia. We have also fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with the Code Responsibilities of the Committee

for the Financial Report

The Committee is responsible for the preparation of the financial report and have determined that the basis of preparation described in Note 1 to the financial report is appropriate to meet the needs of the members, the Associations Incorporation Reform Act 2012 and for such internal control as the Committee determines is necessary to enable the preparation of the financial report that gives a true and fair view and is free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error

Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Review of the Financial Report

Our responsibility is to express a conclusion on the financial report based on our review. ASRE 2410 requires us to conclude whether anything has come to our attention that causes us to believe that the financial report does not give a true and fair view of the financial position of the Association as at 31 December 2022 and of its financial performance and its cash flows for the year ended on that date, in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards to the extent described in Note 1 to the financial report and the Associations Incorporation Reform Act 2012

A review of a financial report consists of making enquiries, primarily of persons responsible for financial and accounting matters, and applying analytical and other review procedures. A review is substantially less in scope than an audit conducted in accordance with Australian Auditing Standards and consequently does not enable us to obtain assurance that we would become aware of all significant matters that might be identified in an audit. Accordingly, we do not express an audit opinion

WAYNE C. DURDIN Partner

27 February 2023 Melbourne

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