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principal's let ter

from the rector

COLLEGE BOARD

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artist-in-residence

archives

college news

45 old ignatian news

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Cover photo: Alicia Hammond (left) and Adele Haese (right) perform 'Because I Knew You' at the 2021 College Musical WICKED.

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FOUNDATION BREAKFAST

art for art's sake

saint ignatius art show

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community groups

old ignatian sporting clubs

jesuit news

Kaurna miyurna yaitya yarta-mathanya Wama Tarntanyaku. Kaurna people are the traditional landowners of the Adelaide Plains.

The Ignatian community acknowledges the Kaurna traditional custodians of the land on which our College stands.

We respect the continuing connection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to culture, community, land, sea, and sky.

We commit ourselves to the ongoing journey of reconciliation.

Principal's Letter peter coffey (Class of 1978)

For as long as I can remember, I’ve always had an understanding that education in a Jesuit school or in an Ignatian context is about far more than just what happens in classrooms. The formation of young people in our care is a more accurate description of our endeavours as we work with our families to help students become all that they are called to be.

Within this formation, a focus on academic development is, of course, essential, but there are other characteristics and qualities that we also seek to develop. Imagination and creativity are two of these key qualities and have been foundational since the first Jesuit school was established in Messina in 1548.

The nurturing of imagination and creativity in our students encourages them to contemplate new and better outcomes for our world and to be bold in acting to bring these outcomes to fruition. Ignatius himself encouraged in his companions a focus on imagination as a way of discerning how they might best serve God, and it was his own ability to dream and wonder that caused him to become the inspirational figure that he is.

At the College, we encourage all students to be large-hearted in their view of the world and to be brave in their dreams. One way of fostering their creativity and imagination is through our arts programs. Music, drama, visual art, design, multi-media, and so on, rely on students being engaged in their learning through harnessing their intellect and skills with their imagination and creativity. I never cease to be amazed at what our students achieve and how they see possibilities and potentials that

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might never have occurred to me. I am surrounded by young minds that use technology naturally and instinctively to enhance their learning and who engage in creative processes and performances that would previously never have occurred in a school setting.

With the development of the St Peter Faber Building and the magnificent Flynn Theatre at the Senior School, and the soon-to-be-finished Mary Glowrey Centre (MGC) with music and performance auditorium as a focus at the Junior School, our commitment to the arts is evident. We seek to further build on this with a new art, design, and technology centre planned for the Senior School in the near future.

This edition of Manresa focuses somewhat on our arts and how our community is fortunate to have so much life and vitality in this area. From art shows to book launches and the College Musical, we provide here some examples of our creativity and imagination in action.

I hope you enjoy reading about them.

Deo Gloria

Mr Peter Coffey Principal

JUNIOR SCHOOL visual art STUDENTS experiment on their iPADS

"I am surrounded by young minds that use technology naturally and instinctively to enhance their learning and who engage in creative processes and performances that would previously never have occurred in a school setting." mr peter coffey principal

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From the Rector fr peter hosking sj (Class of 1974)

The early Jesuits embraced all fields of knowledge, from mathematics to music, from the classics to astronomy.

They were involved in arts and science at all levels. Some of the great artists worked with the Jesuits in the early years.

Jesuit education affirms the radical goodness of the world ‘charged with the grandeur of God’, and it regards every element of creation as worthy of study and contemplation, capable of endless exploration.

Taking pride of place in the National Gallery in Dublin is a Caravaggio about the Betrayal of Christ. The Jesuits donated it on indefinite loan to the gallery. This painting was given to a Jesuit in the 1930s by a widow after the murder of her husband. It was casually placed above a fireplace in the Jesuit lounge room for decades, with no-one knowing it was a Caravaggio, until one of the Jesuits wondered if it might be valuable. They consulted an expert, who realised it was a Caravaggio – worth tens of millions.

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There have been recognised Jesuit artists. Andrea Pozzo joined the Jesuits in 1665. He was a master of perspective and painted many Jesuit churches in Roma. The ceiling of Sant’Ignazio vividly portrays the missionary spirit of the Jesuits going to the frontiers of the world. Pozzo wrote about perspective geometry to aid artists and architects.

Three centuries after he had died, the cinema put some of his principles into practice.

continue this ancient pursuit. We hope they do so for the good of others.

The Italian Jesuit Mario Venzo, who joined the Society in 1940 and died just 30 years ago, was a contemporary religious painter. His crucifixion images are famous for their vibrant colours. He knew how to balance bursts of creativity with time for reflection. He valued silence as well as the need to express the force of artistic expression.

The College has an impressive history of drama and musical productions, from Gilbert and Sullivan and other musicals in the early years to Shakespearean productions from the mid-60s to the mid-70s. Richard Flynn directed outstanding senior drama and musical productions from 1961−98.

From the earliest times, the Jesuits taught art and wanted our students to enjoy design and technology. That tradition goes on through the creative and dedicated work of our students and their teachers today.

As well as the wonderful works of students, the works of artists such as Connie Augoustinos, Tom Bass, Daniel Connell, David Disher, Lidia Groblicka, Barbara Hanrahan, Voitre Marek, Sally Parnis, Kim Polomka, Peter Serwan, Deb Sleeman, Jim Thalassoudis, Cedric Varcoe, Yizhou, and many others adorn the College.

Public speaking and debating also have a long tradition in Jesuit education. They are designed to foster critical thinking, ethical reflection, and conversations that seek the truth. ‘Eloquentia Perfecta’ concerned the virtuous person writing and speaking persuasively for the good of society. Our students involved in debating and public speaking today

Performing arts, too, is an ever-evolving dynamic at Saint Ignatius’ College. These harness the imagination and creative side of people. They develop a confidence to communicate a message and involve people in a team committed to a shared purpose. As well as encouraging musical and dramatic talents, they cultivate collaborative and organisational abilities.

The Court Theatre Company was founded in 1975 by Old Ignatians to support performing arts within the amateur theatre community. Their repertoire included a number of cuttingedge plays such as The Dark of the Moon, Equus, and A Man for All Seasons.

This tradition has continued to grow and improve over recent decades, and is evident in many of the pages of this edition of Manresa.

Caravaggio — the TAKING of Christ

Andrea Pozzo — ceiling of THE CHURCH OF Sant’Ignazio in Rome

Mario Venzo — crucifixion

Archbishop Fr Beovich WITH Sean Murphy, John Keane, and Sam Winston-Smith AT THE 1952 PERFORMANCE OF HMS Pinafore

"From the earliest times, the Jesuits taught art and wanted our students to enjoy design and technology. That tradition goes on through the creative and dedicated work of our students and their teachers today."

FR peter hosking sj rector

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College Board suzanne le mire (class of 1983) chair of college board

In our Jesuit colleges, each board meeting commences with a prayer and discussion of a reflective passage related to the college’s ethos and mission. In our most recent reading, we learnt about St Ignatius’ letters. St Ignatius was a prolific letter writer, and the letters provide great insight into his commitment, preoccupations, and the system of governance for his growing and geographically dispersed order. He wrote with purpose, sometimes sending multiple copies of letters on different ships to those far away to reduce the risk of the letters not arriving. He also asked his correspondents to write back.

Almost 7,000 letters were collected in 12 volumes, written in Spanish, Italian, and Latin, a small percentage of which have been translated into English. I am reminded of all the letters over the past 18 months penned by our Principal, Mr Peter Coffey, to our community about the changes and developments in the COVID situation – perhaps not, as yet, enough for 12 volumes.

While this letter writing may seem, and is, very ‘old-school’ in our context of instant communication, I do wonder whether St Ignatius might have stuck, at least in part, with letter writing if he had had the choice of email and social media. It seems to be consistent with his commitment in his life and spiritual practices to deliberation and reflection.

Perhaps contrasting with the spoken word, he reportedly said “… whatever appears in writing needs closer scrutiny than what is merely spoken; the written word remains as a perpetual witness …”.

Presumably, that scrutiny is required of both the author and the recipients.

This wisdom from the 1500s of considered communication and deliberative practice is still very relevant

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in today’s context. In governance, there is a commitment, enshrined in law, to keeping the record in written form.

This enables strategic and governance decisions to be captured so they are clear, accountable, and trackable. It also helps those in leadership and governance to understand, align with, and deliver the mission and values we are trying to bring to life. Our strategic plan is but one example of this kind of documentation, reflecting the insights and commitments of our community and providing real, practical guidance for those who work to make it a reality.

The board activity this year has continued to focus on the delivery of this strategic plan, with attention also naturally focussed on the impact of COVID on our community. As we look to the end of the year, as our students see the fruits of their study and sport, and as we contemplate the possibility of reconnecting with family and friends (other than by letter writing), the board is very grateful to the leadership team, teachers, and other staff of the College who have worked tirelessly to support our students’ flourishing in another memorable year. I am sure that St Ignatius would be inspired to write in gratitude to them as well.

Foundation Breakfast susan dodson chair of foundation

fly into South Australia. Whilst it was extremely disappointing that Brendan was not able to join us, the morning offered guests the opportunity to catch up with friends, reacquaint themselves with others, and meet new people before heading off for the day.

I remain hopeful that we will all get to hear Brendan’s message at a future event.

On Friday 25 May the annual Foundation Breakfast was held at the Hilton Adelaide. All funds raised at the breakfast were directed to the Bursary Program to support students and families who would not otherwise be able to attend the College.

I am sure that those who joined us at the breakfast would agree that it was a great way to start the day. The increasing interest in the event not only means a lot to the members of the Foundation, but also to the College staff who are involved in the education of Bursary recipients.

Attendance at these events really does make a difference and sends a message to the Foundation members that people remain interested in what the Foundation is striving to do. The success of the event really surpassed our expectations.

We were expecting Dr Brendan Nelson AO (Class of 1975) as our guest speaker at the Foundation Breakfast.

Unfortunately, due to the current climate in Sydney, Brendan was unable to

What was particularly pleasing about the morning was that so many of our guests represented the many community groups within the College.

Members of the College’s Leadership Team joined us, consisting of Peter Coffey, Principal; Phil Donato, Head of Senior School; Nic Boys, Head of Junior School; Sam Trenerry, Head of Business; Rosemary Allen, Head of Ignatius Early Years; and Kain Noack, Head of Studies and Innovation. The Advancement Team were all there, and without them a lot of what happens just wouldn’t. College administration staff, and members of the Parents and Friends and the Old Ignatians Association also attended.

The President of Fidelis came along, the College Board was represented, and for the first time, we were joined by the College Captains.

staff member at the Senior School.

Richard Scollin is an Old Ignatian ('79) (as are his four brothers) and his father, we believe, was a previous member of the Foundation. Jon Davis is an Old Ignatian ('90), a current parent, and a parent of a recent Old Ignatian. At the 2021 AGM, we welcomed Stella Waugh to the Board. Stella is a past parent and remains a very active member of the community. Fr Hosking is also on the Board, but unfortunately could not join us at the event. I am also a past parent and, like Cecilia, married to an Old Ignatian and current staff member of the Senior School.

On behalf of the Foundation Board, I offer a sincere thankyou to those who attended the event and made it such a success.

To read an excerpt from the Chair’s speech please visit https://ignatius.sa.edu.au/uploads/docs/ Chair_of_Foundation_2021_Breakfast_ Address.pdf To read the 2020 Foundation Impact Report visit https://ignatius.sa.edu.au/uploads/docs/ Impact_Report_2020.pdf

We were blessed to also have Bishop Greg O’Kelly SJ present, and it was wonderful to have him lead us in prayer.

The event also offered me the opportunity to introduce the current Foundation Board to those in attendance, and I now would also like to introduce them here.

The Deputy Chair is Dave Prescott. Dave is an Old Ignatian ('93) and a current parent of the College. Mike Ryan is also an Old Ignatian ('86) and a past parent.

John Kavanagh joined us last year and is a current parent of the College. Cecilia White is also a current parent and married to an Old Ignatian and current

Quote from a current bursary recipient: “… the help I have received by being able to attend Saint Ignatius’ College through the generous donations to the Bursary Fund by people I don’t know, is something that will remain with me for the rest of my life. I hope that I can use my education in my future and help others one day in the same way”.

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Art for Art's Sake

many Old Ignatians have chosen a career in the arts. we CAUGHT UP WITH SOME of them about their experiences.

Name/graduating year James Watson, 2016 Where are you currently residing?

I was living in Sydney for my studies at NIDA, but I’ve just returned to Adelaide.

How it all began – when did your love of the arts begin?

I think it’s one of those things everyone around you sees before you ever discover it yourself. For the most part, I was a lousy student. I actually failed Year 10 Drama! This meant that in Year 11, I had to work especially hard to prove I was worthy of participating in the class.

Fortunately, Anthony Haskell was my teacher for both Year 11 and 12, and he encouraged me to write as a way of harnessing the creative potential he saw. This led to winning a playwrighting award, which led to meeting and working with more theatre people outside of the College. As this grew, so did my passion. By the end of the year, I had won the Drama Prize at Speech Day and was made Drama Captain for my senior year! Ironically, had I not failed in Year 10, I may not have found that drive to succeed.

Max Woods (both Class of 2017). This project was fortunate to receive funding from the Helpmann Academy and Arts SA, and premiered at one of Adelaide’s newest independent theatre venues.

Making it back in time from Sydney’s lockdown to see the final weekend of performances was such a gift. I loved seeing such an energetic cast bring something that was at once both fun and politically charged to a wide audience. We were able to present this to a group of current drama students, which was an added bonus.

What are you currently working on?

I’m working on a lot of different things at the moment. I think it’s good to have a few things on the go to diversify skills and income. Right now, I’m working on a show for the upcoming Adelaide Fringe that I am writing, directing, and producing. I’m also finishing off my

master’s thesis with NIDA, which will involve writing an adaptation of a wellknown Australian novel.

How did your time at the College help shape the person you are today?

I started at the College when I was five, and left when I was eighteen. It’s hard to think about growing up without Iggies coming into it one way or another.

The opportunity I was afforded at the College, without realising how lucky I was at the time, was being able to give almost anything a go. School was where I found my passion for theatre and student publishing; it’s where I discovered philosophy and classics.

Having such a rich body of mentors to draw upon allowed me to discover what I love. I’m also lucky enough to have some terrific lifelong friends as a result of going to the College.

What has been a career highlight?

The most recent production I was involved with was The Triumph of Man: A Comedy in Two Acts at RUMPUS Theatre. I co-produced it with Mary Angley (Class of 2013), who directed it as well. We also utilised the skills of other old scholars Reggie Parker and james (left) with Mary Angley (class of 2013) AND Eddie Morrison (RIGHT) presenting The play Triumph of Man: A Comedy in Two Acts

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kim polomka working on a mural

Name/graduating year Kim Polomka, 1968 Where are you currently residing?

Colorado Springs, Colorado USA, since 2000 How it all began – when did your love of the arts begin?

In Grade 4 at the Saint Ignatius Junior School, I won the Writing Prize. There was no art at that time, so I had to seek it externally. When I travel to Australia, I always make a point of sharing my experience and work with the students at the Senior School. I was the first artist-in-residence in 1999 and had a retrospective exhibition at the College.

The current art facility is very impressive and the work of Year 12 students outstanding.

What has been a career highlight?

I have taken a break as a fine art painter to concentrate on exterior murals.

What are you currently working on?

Designs/concepts for two murals in Wickenburg and Parker in Arizona. And finishing three large murals showing the impact and importance of water as a valuable resource.

How did your time at the College help shape the person you are today?

I became aware that the Jesuits are the intelligentia of the Catholic fraternity. I learned independence and to question everything. I was inspired and supported

by Fr John McAreavey SJ who was the Headmaster of Athelstone at the time.

I still carry those values today and am proud of my eleven-year attendance at the Junior and Senior schools. My father, Brian Polomka, was the original architect of the College, both Junior and Senior.

Name/graduating year Julian Ferraretto, 1989 Where are you currently residing?

Adelaide How it all began – when did your love of the arts begin?

From before I can remember. Music was always a central part of my life, like another language spoken at home.

Parents and grandparents all sang and played instruments, not professionally but at almost every gathering.

What has been a career highlight?

Composing, orchestrating and performing a concert with Adelaide Symphony Orchestra for their Gigs at Grainger series in 2017.

Continued over ...

Still to happen, but whilst I wait, have completed many large award-winning murals in Sydney, Colorado Springs USA, and Arizona USA.

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Art for Art's Sake

What are you currently working on?

At least a dozen projects. Directing the Adelaide Connection Jazz Choir at the Elder Conservatorium, collaborative composition projects with the ASO with regional schools (Silos and Symphonies) and with community arts groups (Floods of Fire), touring with artists such as John Schumann, Shane Howard and Vonda Last, regional touring with the Elder Conservatorium Open Music Academy,

running my own ensembles – the Pocket String Quartet, Big String Orchestra, Zooma Zooma and Julian Ferraretto Quartet.

How did your time at the College help shape the person you are today?

My first experiences of group music making were in the College ensembles, and these were a positive and encouraging start. The bands

program actually incorporated string players, creating something akin to a studio orchestra, which meant, as a violinist, I was exposed to contemporary repertoire as well as the classics. I remember one particular music camp where Eric Bryce was brought in as a guest educator, giving me my first try at jazz improvisation – I was hooked!

Name/graduating year Kim Durban, 1974 Where are you currently residing?

I live between Miners Rest and Ascot Vale in Victoria.

How it all began – when did your love of the arts begin?

I went to ballet and drama classes as a small child. My parents had a biscuit tin with pictures from Shakespeare plays and my Mum would explain them to me.

Then, when I was at Kildare College, we went to see Richard Flynn's production of Taming of the Shrew at Elder Hall, and I was hooked.

What has been a career highlight?

There are a few, including directing Good Works by Nick Enright for Playbox Theatre and bringing it to Adelaide; directing The Recruiting Officer by George Farquhar for Melbourne Theatre Company as the first woman to direct on the Playhouse stage at the Victorian Julian Ferraretto

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Arts Centre; directing Scenes From An Execution for State Theatre Company of SA; and winning the EJ Barker Award, which enabled me to study at the Royal Shakespeare Company Archives in Stratford-Upon-Avon and Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, London.

What are you currently working on?

I have just finished directing the first full-length production since 1635 of a Caroline play called The Sparagus Garden by Richard Brome with my third year graduating actors. I am the Program Co-ordinator of the Bachelor of Performing Arts degree at Federation University Australia in Ballarat. Richard Brome is the subject of my PhD and I have directed six premieres of his plays in Australia.

How did your time at the College help shape the person you are today?

I was encouraged in my dramatic passion by Richard Flynn when I played Mother Courage. I went to class with a wonderful group of people and learnt a strong sense of commitment and social justice. I went on to join the Court Theatre with Richard's mentorship and worked with Saint Ignatius alumni. I have never forgotten the welcome to the school, Father McAreavey and Sister Petra and Rock Masses and just the sense of community.

ruby chew (photo by nuvue studios)

Name/graduating year

What are you currently working on?

Ruby Chew, 2006

Currently I'm the artist-in-residence at ArtPOD – part of Guildhouse/Adelaide City Coucil's ARTWORKS program, awarded to three artists annually. I'm working on a new body of abstract paintings, inspired by my time there.

Where are you currently residing?

Adelaide How it all began – when did your love of the arts begin?

From birth. I've always been head over heels for art.

What has been a career highlight?

Winning the Ruth Tuck Scholarship, along with studying at Central Saint Martins, London, and the Florence Academy, Florence.

How did your time at the College help shape the person you are today?

I had the best Art faculty supporting me, encouraging me to pursue my passion and apply for a bridging scholarship to the Adelaide Central School of Art. Being awarded this straight out of high school really kicked off my journey as an artist.

Kim Durban play reading

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Saint Ignatius Art Show Belinda Chhabria, CONVENOR

with the arts community bearing the brunt of COVID cancellations, the Art Show Committee were keen to strive ahead in 2021 with a simplified art show.

When COVID forced the cancellation of the College’s Gala Ball in 2020, the decision was made to push the 2021 Art Show to 2022 to allow the Gala Ball to be held in 2021.

Norwood Green – Cedric Varcoe, Lorelei Medcalf, Sally Heinrich and Sarah Moller; The Physio Clinic – Sally Caston; In Focus – Sally Parnis; Argo on the Parade – Daniel Connell.

However, the Art Show Committee was concerned that so many events had been cancelled for the arts community due to COVID and was keen to demonstrate that Saint Ignatius’ College was aware of this and wanted to do something to support the hard-hit South Australian arts community.

Therefore, the decision was made to run something small and manageable during SALA in 2021, in addition to the scheduled 2022 full-size art show.

The feedback was extremely positive. Artists were thrilled to have a chance to exhibit their work and have been very vocal on social media in thanking us for supporting South Australian artists and promoting the event.

Artists and attendees loved the variety of the exhibition and the expert curation by James Parker and thoroughly enjoyed their time spent in the space.

After much planning, the 2021 Art Show was decided and was in two parts. Part 1: a Miniatures Exhibition “Through the Wrong End of the Telescope” – a group exhibition of miniature art held at the Junior School campus each weekend in August.

Part 2: four Satellite Exhibitions held at four different locations for the entire month of August, each hosted at College family businesses. Artists featured at these businesses had a strong connection to the College as either a current/past parent or as an artist-in-residence.

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I would like to thank the wonderful Art Show Committee who gave up so much of their time over the weekends in August to staff the exhibition. I would particularly like to thank our Curator, James Parker, who not only curated the Miniatures Exhibition, but also installed the Satellite Exhibitions at each of the four locations.

Special thanks also goes to Nik Villios, President of the P&F Committee, who opened and closed the College buildings for us each weekend. Finally, I would like to thank the College Leadership Team for their continuous and generous support of the Saint Ignatius Art Show.

Planning for the 2022 Saint Ignatius Art Show will begin shortly and we are so excited for our new venue in the brand new Mary Glowrey Centre due for completion by the end of this year!

MINIATURES EXHIBITION AT THE JUNIOR SCHOOL

ARTWORK BY SARAH MOLLER AND SALLY HEINRICH AT THE NORWOOD GREEN SATELLITE DISPLAY

MIXED MEDIA MOSAICS BY ARTIST melissa duncan

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Artist-inResidence for over 21 years, our art students have been very fortunate to benefit from the artist-in-residenCE program.

Dr Daniel Connell was the artist-inresidence for 2021. His expertise in both portraiture and social justice, particularly around migrant workers, provided a broad scope for our students to explore.

All Art students across Years 7 to 12 were included in the program, which focused on discussions around the meaning and value of art within certain contexts.

Dr Connell introduced our students

to both historical and contemporary artists who tackle issues around identity and the multitude of ways this can be expressed. Fortunately, he was able to do a range of portrait drawings featuring students eager to pose as his models.

The simplicity of his exquisite pencil drawings indicates his immense skill at capturing emotion and likeness.

The culmination of the highly successful residency was the production of Mary, a canvas painting, currently hanging in the Flynn Theatre Foyer. It presents Mary as a humble, vulnerable, yet spirit-filled young woman.

Mrs Mary-Anne Hobbs Curriculum Coordinator of Art & Design

DANIEL WITH HIS PAINTING 'MARY'

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New Archives Exhibit As part of our 70-year celebration, the College has launched two projects.

Firstly, we have created an exhibition in the display space in the archives area under the Chapel of the Holy Name.

We are grateful for the research work of the archivists and the design skills of the Advancement Team, as well as Leslee Griffin, who did much to curate this exhibition. The exhibit comprises a timeline wall, photos and storyboards for Norwood and Athelstone; Learning and Teaching; Jesuit Ethos; Sport, Arts & Activities; Justice and Service; Uniform and Houses; and Our Community, together with various curios and pieces of interest from the College's rich history.

Secondly, we have prepared a digital timeline of the College. This is an impressive collection of scenes and stories from our history and is available to view at https://ignatius.sa.edu.au/the-college/ history-of-the-college/ The digital format allows us to correct, update and improve this resource in the years ahead. The site is curated by the College archives team, who welcome your contributions. Please email archives@ignatius.sa.edu.au Again, we are grateful to the archivists and the Advancement Team, and Kendrea Rhodes, who worked with them.

Fr Peter Hosking SJ Rector

part of the exhibition in the display space in the archives area under the Chapel of the Holy Name

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From the Archives 70 Years of The Pirates of PenzancE — AS THE COLLEGE CELEBRATES ITS 70 th YEAR in 2021, so tOo does THE ANNIVERSARY OF THE FIRST COLLEGE MUSICAL.

This year marks the 70th anniversary of the first College Musical - Gilbert and Sullivan’s The Pirates of Penzance. The College community was entertained with two performances in the College Hall at Norwood on Wednesday 17 October and on Friday 19 October 1951.

This first theatrical triumph was produced by Fr Danny McLoghlin SJ and accompanied musically by a solitary piano played very forte by a mother of one of the performers. The costumes were made by the ‘Ladies Committee’, a forerunner of the Parents and Friends Committee.

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The Pirates of Penzance made a second appearance as the 1999 College Musical held at the Senior School campus.

Seventy years on, we look back at this significant event, which was the beginning of a wonderful tradition in drama and music at Saint Ignatius' College.

in 2021 we celebrate 50 years since the first female Students were amongst the 1971 Graduating Class.

In 1970 a small number of female students from Kildare College began undertaking various subjects at Athelstone, which they required for entry to tertiary institutions.

By 1972 there were 11 females, two of whom were among that year's Prefects.

The following year saw 24 girls enrolled and the first female Dux, Renata Maruszczyk.

In 1971 the first female, Elizabeth (Libbie) Brown, enrolled as a student at the College for Form V (Year 12). After one term she was joined by Catherine (Cathy) Teakle (nee Hogan). Both had brothers attending the College.

From this small beginning, coeducation continued in subsequent years for Forms IV and V (Years 11 and 12) with female students mainly from Kildare College and Loreto College until 1996 when the College became the first Jesuit school in Australia to become coeducational with the enrolment of females from Reception to Year 12 – a pivotal year in its history.

LIBBIE BROWN, CENTRE, WITH FELLOW STUDENTS, TAKEN FROM THE 1971 COLLEGE YEARBOOK

July 2021 marks 40 years since Headmaster (Fr Greg O’Kelly SJ) Named the College ovals after various people who had played a major role in the development of the College in the early days.

Extract from the 1981 Yearbook The Main Oval is to be called BOURKE OVAL after Fr Thomas Bourke SJ who, as Rector of the College, negotiated the purchase of the Senior School property and the transfer of the Senior School to Athelstone.

The Eastern Oval is to be called ATKINSON OVAL after the family from whom the property was purchased and who made it available for purchase.

The Old Scholar’s Oval is to be known as the BAULDERSTONE OVAL after Mr Bert Baulderstone, who donated the equipment and manpower to construct the top level of playing fields, saving us many thousands of dollars.

Atkinson Homestead and Dam c1944, where Bourke Oval is now located

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College News IKARA – FLINDERS RANGES IMMERSION

as students are UNABLE TO TRAVEL OVERSEAS AND INTERSTATE, Ikara – Flinders Ranges IS a new immersion developed in 2021 where students CAN still undertake the important experience of service and reflection.

Ikara was filled with unique experiences: opportunities to learn more about our First Nations People and our country, and to gain closer connections with our peers and teachers. There were many challenges presented physically, mentally, or in our preconceived beliefs.

It was through these challenges and being placed outside of our comfort zone that we achieved growth.

As well as the personal growth, we were lucky to get the chance to expand on our knowledge of the Flinders Ranges and the amazing history of the region.

We were fortunate to link our journey with local Adnyamathanha elder Kristian Coulthard, who became an integral part of our experience. Kristian brought together all the knowledge that we had learnt prior to the immersion, and shared his seemingly unending knowledge of the land and his collection of stories told with such passion and meaning.

Kristian taught us the complexity of Adnyamathanha culture, and how this is conveyed through a variety of mediums such as art, stories, language, and traditions.

As Kristian explained: ‘This land doesn’t belong to me. I care for the land, and in return the land cares for me. But this land is just as much yours as mine.”

When hearing this, the group was certainly overwhelmed by Kristian’s generosity and graciousness. As a member of a culture that has endured so many hardships, he remains so open to reconciliation. It became clear how

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dedicated Kristian and his community are to developing the exposure of their land, and allowing groups like us the chance to see it from a passionate and knowledgeable perspective.

One of the main things that became apparent from the number of people we met throughout our journey was the obvious passion and care they have for their surroundings. Whether it was by seeing Kristain walk with us through the stories behind the 40,000-year-old petroglyphs in Sacred Canyon , or with Ranger Phil and his geology tour in the Bracchina Gorge, they had such true passion for the world around them.

This sense of awe and care for creation left the group feeling more inspired to take action, and more committed to experiencing nature like this ourselves.

The visit to the Blinman Mines was a chance to see how the sacred indigenous history intertwined with that of the first rural white settlers. It was interesting to experience some of the harsh conditions that settlers had to face, and the lengths to which they went for their livelihoods. The Ikara immersion was not simply limited to one culture, but instead provided the group with an open outlook on the region’s history, from all perspectives.

The immersion influenced all participants positively, as it allowed us to develop a sense of independence and responsibility – whether that involved the setting up of tents,

preparing and cooking meals, or adjusting to different and challenging environments. Ikara allowed all students to develop bonds with one another and afforded the opportunity to disconnect from busy lifestyles. We all agree that we left as more knowledgeable people, who have a much deeper understanding of our rich indigenous culture, and the significance of people like Kristian Coulthard.

Lucia Doyle, Sadie Schultz, Ben Iasiello and Matilda Byrnes Year 10 Students

Adnyamathanha Elder Kristian Coulthard addressing the Ikara group at Sacred Canyon and explaining the significance of the 30,000—40,000 year old petroglyphs

Tree planting at Rawnsley Park

Saul and Daniel cooking over a Trangia

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College News WICKED – The Untold Story of the Witches of Oz MARIA MINUCCI, Producer karen sheldon, director

This year's College Musical WICKED, held from 15—18 September, was originally planned to open in September 2020. Unfortunately, the production was postponed due to COVID. So after nearly two and a half years of planning and preparation, WICKED was performed to six sell-out audiences.

WICKED – The Untold Story of the Witches of Oz, tells the story of two girls, one born green who only wants to be loved by everyone, one born beautiful, popular, wealthy, who wants the magic power that the green girl has.

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WICKED is the study of the forces of good versus evil and how good can triumph over evil. It is about bullying, persecution, young people achieving, and power – and what you do with. It's the story of tolerance, of getting along with people, and of discovering who you are and what is important in the journey of life.

We are very proud of this magnificent work and all that it embodies: the talent, resilience, persistence, and determination of our Saint Ignatius’ College staff and students as they brought to our community the beautiful untold story of the Witches of Oz.

WICKED will be talked about for many years to come. Thank you to the dedicated students who gave so much of their time and effort. We hope that you will remember the friendships you have made long into the future. To the production team, it is our passion, creative energy, and respect for all the creative arts that have made this show the success it has been.

“So much of me is from what I learned from you, you'll be with me like a handprint on my heart.”

- For Good, WICKED

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College News

CAREERS MARKET (ss)

MOTHER'S DAY (IEY) HOUSE CHESS COMPETITION (ss)

FRIENDSHIP WEEK AND NATIONAL DAY AGAINST BULLYING AND VIOLENCE (jS)

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Gracie Centenera showing her pottery skills (jS)

Around the college in pictures

HOSPITALITY STUDENTS' MORNING TEA (ss)

FIRST XVIII BOYS FOOTBALL (INDIGENOUS ROUND) (SS)

PYJAMA DAY (JS)

WINTER WARMERS CLOTHING DRIVE (SS)

TACKLING THE OBSTACLE COURSE – YEAR 6 CAMP

100 DAYS OF RECEPTION (JS)

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College News

YEAR 4 DAY OF REFLECTION (js)

BOOK WEEK (js)

FATHER'S DAY LITURGY (SS)

PEER SUPPORT – BLUE WEEK (SS)

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intercol basketball (sS)

Around the college in pictures

YEAR 10 FIRST AID (SS)

BELLS OF LA STORTA (SS)

MISSION FETE (JS)

YEAR 12 STUDENTS IN 'THE CAGE' (SS)

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College News Year 12 Drama – A Christmas Carol

"I will live in the Past, the Present, and the Future. The Spirits of all three shall strive within me. I will not shut out the lessons that they teach!” (Ebenezer Scrooge) This year our Year 12 Drama students performed for their SACE assessment task, the much loved Dickens classic A Christmas Carol.

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They all worked exceptionally hard to create the much-loved and adored Dickens characters and settings, both onstage and off. Together they brought all the elements to life for our community to share, engage with, and learn lessons from. They developed a beautiful community both in the class and onstage. Their ability to work together, support each other and guide and embrace in times of stress and turmoil was evidence that they had embraced and understood Dickens

themes and lessons of finding the good, generosity of heart, and the importance of forgiveness.

Needing others – not using others – is key, and this class, this year, has most definitely embraced this connection.

“God bless … everyone.” (Tiny Tim) Ms Karen Sheldon Curriculum Coordinator Drama

Fidelis Association MONICA KLINGBERG President

On Sunday 15 August 2021, the Fidelis Association held its midyear celebration at the Senior School. Large numbers of our past parents were present, making it a very happy gathering. The day commenced with a Mass followed by light lunch and drinks in the Kranewitter Hall. The occasion was also an opportunity to farewell Fr Paul Mullins SJ. Fidelis and the Ignatian community will miss Father Mullins, and we thank him for his friendship and great work over many years at both the College and the Norwood Parish.

Please note in your calendar our end-ofyear Christmas celebration, which will be held on Thursday 25 November at 7.00 pm at the Senior School. We look forward to seeing many familiar faces as well as many new ones!

commenced in 1984 when Father Mullins was stationed as a priest at Athelstone. He has certainly lived by the motto of Fidelis – Always and Everywhere Faithful. He has served 36 years here in Adelaide, and I would not even want to hazard a guess as to how many baptisms, weddings, and funerals he has celebrated over that time. I am sure the majority of us present here today have attended more than one of these occasions.

Father Mullins has many attributes, including Christmas pudding maker extraordinaire, meticulous event coordinator, literary perfectionist, interior design expert, and inspirational homilist. Today, we thank you, Father Mullins, for your sincerity, wisdom, and friendship to us all and wish you well for

your next role as Socius (Assistant to the Provincial) of the Australian Province.

We can only hope that the Provincial will see fit to bring you back to Adelaide some time in the future; however, in the meantime, please remember that you are always welcome to attend our gatherings.

Before we make a toast, I must add that it was under his direction that we must always serve champagne at Fidelis functions! So, with that in mind, I ask you to raise your glass in gratitude to our dear friend, Fr Paul Mullins.

Address given by Diane Campbell at Fr Mullins farewell Today, as members of Fidelis, it is with a sense of sadness that we have gathered to say farewell to Fr Paul Mullins.

On 13 December last year, Father Mullins celebrated the 40th anniversary of his ordination. During those years, we have been very fortunate to have his presence at both Athelstone and Norwood in many roles. He commenced at Athelstone in 1976 as a scholastic and since then has held many positions at both the Senior and Junior schools, including Rector, Chair of College Council, Head of Junior School, Prefect of Studies, and Deputy Head at the Senior School, and since 2010 he has been Parish Priest at Norwood.

However, today we would like to express our sincere gratitude for the wonderful support he has given to Fidelis. Fidelis

father mullins at his farewell celebration with (L—R) mary connelly (SECRETARY), diane campbell (TREASURER) and monica klingberg (PRESIDENT) OF FIDELIS

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Parents and Friends nik villios President

The Parents and Friends Committee have been working hard recently to bring together a few events and even a new online store.

tables for a group or even nominate whom you’d like to sit with. Tickets can be booked here: https://www.trybooking.com/BPWAW

In August we held a two-part, scaleddown version of the Saint Ignatius Art Show. The first part was a ‘Miniatures Exhibition’ held every weekend in August, in the Reception of the Junior School, displaying artwork from South Australian artists. The second part was a satellite exhibition at four venues showcasing artwork from various artists. We thank Argo on the Parade, The Physio Clinic, In Focus Financial Planners and Norwood Green Display Centre who provided their premises as art galleries for this event.

The Parents and Friends AGM will be held at the Senior School on Tuesday 23 November 2021. Current parents are welcome to attend and see what the Parents and Friends Committee is all about. If you would like to help out in any capacity, please join the committee.

Please turn to page 14 to read more about the Saint Ignatius Art Show.

Recently the Parents and Friends Committee launched their online store selling a variety of merchandise including face masks with the College branding.

For more information about the AGM and to stay informed about upcoming events the committee is planning, follow our Facebook page to ensure you receive notifications.

SOME OF THE MERCHANDISE AVAILABLE FROM THE ONLINE STORE

Visit https://www.facebook.com/ ParentsAndFriendsCommittee/ or email me at pandf@ignatius.sa.edu.au

All proceeds raised are directed to various College projects or purchases that will benefit the students across all campuses.

Visit the online store https://ignatiuspandf.company.site/ On 31 October we hosted the Colour Fun Run at the Senior School and this year it was bigger and better than ever.

Thank you to everyone involved.

Due to increased social restrictions, it was decided to postpone this year's Gala Ball. The good news is that it has been rescheduled to Saturday 5 March 2022. You can purchase tickets, organise L—R: Mayo van der Kroft, Belinda Chhabria and Belinda Seatree at the Art Show

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the MARY GLOWREY Centre A PLACE FOR HEARTS AND MINDS TO IGNITE

Architect’s impression of the facade of the Mary Glowrey Centre

MELBOURNE MAY HAVE THE MCG, BUT WE ARE BUILDING THE MGC (MARY GLOWREY CENTRE)!

With your help it will be finished and furnished ready for kick off in 2022.

Please join our community of donors and contribute to the enrichment of our Junior School facilities so they can be enjoyed for generations to come by: •

visiting the College website www.ignatius.sa.edu.au/give/building-fund

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contacting Belinda Mears, Advancement Manager, on (08) 8334 9356.

We ask that you donate only what you can afford.

Your generosity will make a huge difference.

Susan Dodson Chair of Foundation

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Old Ignatians' Association SAM HOOPER (class oF 2007) President

In January this year I was honoured to be elected (unopposed, thankfully), to the position of President of the Old Ignatians Association. My election appears to have been particularly therapeutic to my wounds from having been overlooked for College Captain in 2007. But I digress.

Unfortunately, my inability to properly read the AGM invite saw me sitting outside on the steps of the St Ignatius Norwood Church attending the meeting via Zoom (instead of attending in person at the Senior School). Fortunately, it was a pleasant January evening. I cannot honestly say it was the first time I was made to sit outside on the steps of the Norwood Church. During the meeting I experienced crystal-clear flashbacks to one morning in 1997 when, as an overly confident Year 2 student, I was sent outside by Mrs Jo Gelston for laughing during Mass. I consequently received a ‘Room 62’ lunchtime and a note home to mum and dad. That was the last time I laughed in church.

Here I am today, 24 years later, writing my first piece for the Manresa, as President of the Old Ignatians Association, in a month where my wife, Rebecca, and I have signed and submitted an application (and paid the fee!) for our four-month-old daughter, Annabelle, to start Reception at Ignatius in 2026 – 30 years after I started … (fingers crossed she passes the interview). To say a bit has happened in 24 years is an understatement.

If 2020 was a strange year, 2021 has been no more ‘normal’. Whilst unfortunately a number of the activities of the Old Ignatians Association have been cancelled or rescheduled in 2021, we have continued to meet (both online and in person) with a common goal

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to share our ideas and work together for the greater good of the Ignatian community. Significant work continues through the Advancement Office for the continuation and strengthening of the Mentoring Program. Various reunions have taken place (or are booked in the coming weeks), and merchandise demand has continued to increase.

The 2021 College Family Fun Fair saw most of our merchandise sell out – with work now underway to acquire some new and ‘vintage’ options for 2022.

Unfortunately, the 2021 Gala Ball was postponed until 5 March 2022. No doubt by then everyone will be well overdue for a party!

As the end of 2021 fast approaches, the committee's focus moves to 2022, with our final meeting for the year in November to settle the path for next year. In the meantime, please continue to keep engaged. Regular updates are posted on our Facebook (@ OldIgnatiansAssociation) and Instagram (oldignatiansassociation) and via email.

The committee is always looking for Old Ignatians to come on board and get involved. We look forward to continuing to connect, reflect and project all things Ignatian with you throughout our community.

HARRIET McLEISH (2009) and sam hooper (2007) participating in mr teakle's junior school 'rocket club'

OLD IGNATIAN REUNIONS (STILL TO COME IN 2021) 50 & 60+ Year Reunion Classes between 1956 – 1971 Sunday, 14 November Saint Ignatius’ College 2 Manresa Court, Athelstone For more information or to update your details, please contact Emily Chadbourne on e.chadbourne@ignatius.sa.edu.au or 8334 9306.

MINISTER FOR EDUCATION, John Gardner MP (R), at the Family Fun Fair taking a selfie with OIA President, Sam Hooper (Class of 2007), and Principal, Peter Coffey, (Class of 1978)

REGISTER YOUR INTEREST FOR THE OLD IGNATIANS MENTORING PROGRAM After the success of the pilot program in 2020, the Old Ignatians Association is calling for mentors and mentees for the 2022 round of the Old Ignatians Mentoring program.

To express your interest or to request more information, please contact the OIA by phone on (08) 8334 9306 or by email at oia@ignatius.sa.edu.au

Committee members, Steve Uren (Class of 1988), and Josh Abbott (Class oF 1992), at the Family Fun Fair OLD IGNATIANS ASSOCIATION Stall

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Old Ignatians Football Club PAUL KIRCHNER (class of 1977) PRESIDENT

The Old Ignatians Football Club has enjoyed the most successful and historic year in its 50-year history.

The club fielded four men’s teams and two women’s teams across various grades. The men were competing in Division 2, Division 2 Reserves, C2 and C8. We were fortunate to compete in grand finals for all of these teams, except our C8 team.

On Saturday 11 September the club arrived at Woodville Oval for those three grand finals. Our C2 team hit the lead in the last quarter but were unable to hold off a fast-finishing Henley. The Div 2 Reserves team stormed home to claim our first victory and trophy of the day.

Champagne football in the third term saw our A grade edge ahead of their highly fancied opponent, Glenunga, sealing the victory in a dominant last quarter. Two grand final victories were achieved in one day, witnessed by a huge group of supporters and students.

the victorious A Grade Women's (Division 2)

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Our women had finished the season a few weeks earlier, with both teams competing in their respective grand finals. The A grade played in the Division 2 grand final against a firm favourite in Happy Valley, who had beaten the Ignatian girls three times during the year. Undaunted, the girls were on top all day and ended up as relatively easy winners. The B grade girls had moved from Division 7 to Division 5 during the year, yet still competed in the grand final. Unfortunately, their highly fancied opponent, Gepps Cross, was just able to hang on for the win. Our girls competed strongly all day and are commended for their performance.

Therefore, the club competed in five grand finals out of a possible six in 2021 and was able to bring home three winners trophies. It was a truly remarkable performance by all concerned at the club.

Those victories in the senior grades will result in both the men's and women’s teams competing in Division 1 in 2022.

This is the highest grade in which the club has ever competed for both the men and women.

The club has been superbly led by our senior coaches, Damian Boots and Tom Sexton. They have been ably supported by the other coaches including Kelly Rossi, Tim Rice, and Henry Curtis, and our Football Director, Kevin Whitford.

The club continues to provide a welcoming and inviting environment for school leavers to continue their football journey. Our facilities at Karen Rolton Oval are the envy of the League, and we continue to work well with our landlord, SACA. We look forward to seeing another group of Old Ignatians join our ranks in 2022 and continue our ongoing success.

A Grade Men's (Division 2) PREMIERS

the B Grade Men's (Division 2 Reserves) celebrate the win

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Natasha CastELluzzo (2015) playing in the B3 Preliminary Final

Claire Hayward getting fingertips to the ball for an intercept under the post in the B3 Preliminary Final

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Caitlin McMahon with solid defensive pressure through the midcourt in the B3 Preliminary Final

Old Ignatians Netball Club Julia Atterton President

In 2021 the Old Ignatians Netball Club built on the successes of previous seasons and enjoyed strong representation in finals across the 2020/2021 Summer City Night Division and 2021 Winter Adelaide Metropolitan Netball Division.

Five teams qualified for the most recent finals series and the club earned another premiership in the C1 division.

We have continued to provide an environment for players across a variety of skill levels, and next summer we will reach a new milestone with eight teams registered for the 2021/2022 summer competition.

As we welcomed a group of new Old Ignatians into the club, we also strengthened our connection with Aquinas College. Several new players joined our ranks when they moved to Adelaide at the start of the new university year.

We celebrated many player achievements including the following Old Ignatian milestones: •

250 games for Alex Besanko (2005)

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150 games for Karen Davis (nee de los Reyes) (2008)

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100 games for Katie Gue (2013) and Georgia van der Jeugd (2013)

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50 games for Olivia Nguyen (2014)

We continue to place value on health and wellbeing for all club members. This year we took time to acknowledge that as our club grows, our membership base continues to develop too. We focused on accessibility and provided targeted opportunities and specific support for players with growing families to return

to netball. We were excited to welcome several players back onto the court this year and hope to attract more returning players in future seasons.

As a club, we continue to think about our opportunity for broader impact.

This year we proudly supported the Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation (OCRF) with a ‘White Round’ and we acknowledge that our club sponsors (Robin Hood Hotel, Sportitude and PhysioWest) also supported this cause during the season.

We have seen some nail-biting netball over the last couple of months including showdowns between Iggies teams in the same grade, double overtime draws, and narrow defeats. It’s been a great development year for the club, and we continue to go from strength to strength.

Thinking of joining Iggies Netball?

Summer season commences in October and winter 2022 registrations will open in February. The club welcomes all Old Ignatians and friends, and we have teams across a range of grades to suit all skill levels.

Connect with us Follow us on Facebook (/iggies) for club news, fill an expression of interest form (https://tinyurl.com/iggies-netball-EOI) at any time of year to be alerted to the next season’s registration or contact our Club Secretary, Sarah Randall, via email iggies.secretary@gmail.com

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Old Ignatians Soccer Club steven sinclair (class of 2005) treasurer

Season 2021 has been one where the club has continued to grow and prosper after the COVID-dominated 2020. We returned to fielding six men’s teams for the first time since season 2011, making us one of the largest amateur clubs in Adelaide.

Looking forward to a season with hopefully more certainty than 2020, things started off positively with the A grade getting out to an early lead, winning five of their first six matches. It was again great to see the core of the side being made up of Old Ignatians.

We were pleased to be able to expand our over 35s program to two sides for the first time, giving so many players a place to extend their careers in a laid-back environment. Both sides were highly competitive and regularly outplayed the much younger sides of opposing clubs.

Williams, Ben Ferris (2014) – 100 games Peter Barone (2007) – 100 goals It has also been great to have the social side of things return this year, our quiz night (held one week before the July lockdown) being the biggest in several years.

We welcome everyone to come and join the wolf pack and have teams for both the serious and social players. Check out oisc.com.au and our facebook page for all the information and details you need for preseason 2022.

See you at Glenunga!

Ben Ferris (2014) UNDER PRESSURE, D Grade vs St Peters

Our women’s team continues to be a consistent performer, being highly competitive in a league whose standard continues to go up each year.

Season 2021 has also seen several players reach personal milestones, a well-deserved result for their hard work and commitment on the field.

Congratulations in particular go to Lady Wolves captain, Eliza Sims, who became the second woman to score 100 goals, and Trent Spinelli (2014) who became the first second-generation player to reach 100 games for the club.

Congratulations also to: Martin Radcliffe – 250 games Joel Ortner (2004) – 200 games Julian Soriano (2010), Dom Prince, Mark Ryan Dew (2000) WRESTLING FOR THE BALL vs Adelaide Wanderers

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Ivan Karlovic (1999) CONTROLS THE BALL, Over 35s vs Adelaide Wanderers

Club Captain Julian Sartoretto (2011) in action, Challenge Cup vs Monarchs

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Old Ignatians Cricket Club ANTHONY REYNOLDS president

The Old Ignatians Cricket Club enters its 55th season with a great sense of anticipation on the back of a successful conclusion to the 2020/21 season.

The highlight, of course, was the success of our D Grade team taking the title in the ATCA LO5 competition, their 8/133 taking care of Golden Grove’s total of 131. Andrew Haarma’s 49 runs steered the ship home whilst the immortal Hayden Smith took 3-14 to lead the charge with the ball. In characteristic fashion, John Wilkinson iced proceedings with a huge straight six down the ground.

In addition to this team success, a couple of individual highlights must also be recognised – Chris Frangos was awarded the batting trophy for the ATCA LO5 competition with 338 runs across the season, whilst the ageless Gavan Carey reached 250 club games in a semifinal win.

For his sterling leadership of our champion team, and his invaluable contributions to the club’s direction off the field, Chris Floreani was a most deserving recipient of OICC’s most prestigious award, Club Man of the Year.

Elsewhere, our A and B grade two-day sides stayed in contention until the last weekend or so of the minor round matches before both narrowly missing finals. Outgoing A Grade captain, Mitch Humphries, was our A Grade cricketer of the year for his all-round excellence with bat and ball.

Mitch hands the responsibility of club captaincy for the upcoming season to Dom Zerella, a former captain of the First XI and ever since a pillar of the OICC top order. Dom’s talent with the

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bat is undeniable but his maturity and cricket smarts hold him in great stead to bring sustained success to a stable side that has now had the opportunity to develop in unison over the last couple of seasons.

For this season, the club has made the shrewd decision for our B grade side to join the C and D grade teams in the one-day competition. Having our second side play one-day cricket will ensure cricketers obtain the maximum opportunity to hone their chosen craft each week and ensure a more balanced spread of players across the club’s four teams.

We will also field a sole Twenty20 side in the Division One competition this season, with Tuesday evening pool matches eagerly anticipated against traditional Old Collegian rivals from Rostrevor, St Peters and PAC. Off the field, the club has greatly benefitted from the outstanding administrative skills of our indefatigable former President, Liam Carr (2005).

Liam stands down this year, finally allowing himself the chance to focus exclusively on plundering runs at the crease, but not before advancing the club to its strongest position for many years in terms of a membership and financial standpoint. The writer and our executive committee (which includes Nathan Carey and Henry Stevens) have been provided an excellent foundation moving forward.

We are immensely privileged to continue utilising the outstanding facilities generously made available by the College, with high-quality pitches being prepared weekly on Atkinson and Baulderstone ovals. During the week,

the nets at the Junior School are abuzz with our best perfecting their forward defence or leg cutters.

We are also fortunate to continue valuable relationships with our sponsors, with the Bath Hotel once again providing an ideal base of operations familiar to many Old Ignatians. Prospect Conveyancing, AFM Services, Say it with Flowers, and Integrated Property Solutions are also familiar businesses to many readers and they should be recognised for their assistance to our club, providing four teams the opportunity to represent the Old Ignatian community.

The anniversary of our 55th year will be marked with a celebratory night at the Hyde Park Tavern on 6 November, with past cricketers and supporters welcome to attend and ticketing arrangements to be advised through our social media and mailing lists in the coming weeks.

Otherwise, a new season promises another abundance of social events, none bigger than our annual Test Match Breakfast - always a hot ticket - but even more so in an Ashes year.

Our club welcomes any interested and enthusiastic players and supporters at any level of experience or ability. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to join our Facebook and Instagram page or otherwise email presidentoicc@ gmail.com for further details of the next training session or club event.

OICC Club man of the Year, Chris Floreani (1999), accepting his award from its eponymous donor and former OICC President Robert Maloney (1964)

Incoming CLub Captain, Dom Zerella (2013) (L), with outgoing President, Liam Carr (2005) (R)

the ATCA LO5 team celebrating their victory

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Jesuit News

New Priest for the Norwood Parish In November, the Ignatian community will welcome the new Parish Priest Fr Chris Jenkins back to Norwood after an absence of nearly 25 years. Fr Jenkins was ordained in 1997 and spent his first two years of priesthood at Norwood before moving to Balgo, one of Australia’s most remote Aboriginal communities in the south-east Kimberley region of Western Australia. After Balgo he spent four years as the Parish Priest of Toowong in Brisbane before undertaking a Tertianship in Sri Lanka.

From Sri Lanka he returned to Australia and was Parish Priest at Sevenhill for five years.

Fr Jenkins then spent a year with Jesuit Refugee Service in the Kakuma Refugee Camp, Kenya, on the southern edge of the Sahara. Returning to Australia, he was at St Canice Parish Kings Cross, Sydney, for eight years, and in mid-2019 returned once again to Sevenhill as Parish Priest. Fr Kieran Gill will be the new Parish Priest at Sevenhill.

Fr Kieran Gill SJ

Father Paul Mullins

Fr Paul Mullins SJ In September, Fr Paul Mullins SJ (Class of 1968) concluded his term at St Ignatius Catholic Church, after serving 12 years as parish priest for the Norwood community. Fr Mullins began a new role in October as Assistant (Socius) to the Provincial of the Australian Province of the Society of Jesus, based in Melbourne. On behalf of the entire Saint Ignatius' College community, we wish Fr Mullins all the very best for the future and thank him for all that he has done and contributed to, for more than 20 years at Saint Ignatius' College. We thank him for his friendship, leadership, wise counsel, and good humour, and for the great support he has given to the Ignatian community.

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Fr Kieran Gill SJ joined the College at the beginning of 2020 and has been a very generous contributor to our community since then. Fr Gill has been appointed as the next Parish Priest for Sevenhill/Clare/Riverton/Manoora and will commence this position in January 2022. His involvement in the life of the College includes his role as the Junior and Senior School Chaplain, teacher of Religious Education, Legal Studies and History/ Geography, and participation in the Kairos Retreat program and in cocurricular offerings. His kind, sincere and generous nature have made him very popular with students and colleagues alike. We wish Fr Gill well as he prepares for his new role at Sevenhill.

father gill with students at the senior school

Remembering Br John May SJ, 10/8/1929—18/8/2021 Br May was the seventh and last Jesuit winemaker at Sevenhill Cellars, and his ability and skill made him well known and respected throughout the Clare Valley. Over the years, he was recognised for his efforts with numerous awards and honours, including life membership of the Winemakers’ Federation of Australia in 2004, the Jubilee Medal from the Australian Jesuits in 2006, inaugural membership of the Clare Valley Wine Hall of Fame in 2014 and the Order of Australia in the 2016 Queen’s Birthday Honours List.

He lived a life of fidelity and commitment, and as a Jesuit he was much-loved by all who shared community with him. Bishop Gregory O’Kelly SJ delivered the homily at Br May's Requiem Mass, held at St Aloysius' Church, Sevenhill, on 3 September 2021.

Read more at: https://jesuit.org.au/human-hands-remembering-br-john-may-sj/

br john may in the winery at sevenhill

Confirmation and First Communion Sacraments On the 15 and 22 August, our sacramental candidates from the Junior and Senior School completed their initiation into the Church by receiving Confirmation and First Holy Communion. The Sacraments are visible signs that God’s presence is real and among us. Bishop Greg O’Kelly SJ (who recently celebrated his 80th birthday) led our celebrations along with Fr Peter Hosking SJ, Fr Kieran Gill SJ and Fr Leon Czechowicz. Congratulations to all students who were Confirmed and received First Holy Communion.

May the Holy Spirit continue to guide them as they go joyfully to live out their Catholic faith.

Bishop o'kelly administering communion TO WILLIAM TAYLOR (YEAR 4)

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2021 Old Ignatian Reunions to date

Class of 1990 & 1991 at their 30 Year Reunion

Class of 2000 & 2001 at their 20 Year Reunion

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Old Ignatian News Queen’s Birthday Honours

Book Launches

Congratulations to Professor James (Jim) Barber (Class of 1971) who was awarded an Order of Australia for ‘Significant Service to Tertiary Education Administration, and to Youth’ in the 2021 Queen’s Birthday Honours.

John Kelly (Class of 1965) has used his retirement to pursue a lifelong interest in poetry and launched his latest collection, A Schoolbag Full, at the Senior School at Athelstone on 19 May. This is John’s third poetry book and comes four decades after his first two, Seasons of the Spirit and Bearings.

While a student at the College he studied Shakespeare, Chaucer, Wordsworth and others, and this inspired him to write poems on a regular basis. He hopes his book will have wide appeal but admits that his Catholic upbringing, school education, and 40 years of teaching in various Catholic schools were a significant influence on his writing.

Milestones Peter Coffey (Class of 1978) celebrated 25 Years at the College, with the last three years as Principal.

John with his siblings at the launch. L-R; Desmond (1963), John (1965), Michael (1967), Brendan (1969) , Mary, Peter (1976)

Peter with wife, miriam doyle, at his 25-year celebration

Peter McCarthy (Class of 1958) was awarded Life Member of ATCUSA (Adelaide Turf Cricket Umpires & Scorers Association). Peter is cofounder of the Old Ignatians Cricket Club.

Garry Hiskey (Class of 1961), a retired magistrate, launched his new book – Maralinga: Struggle for Return of the Lands. Garry tells the story of the fight to return the Maralinga lands to their traditional owners, the Anangu, who were moved to Yalata after the British government had conducted a series of atomic bomb tests in South Australia's Maralinga lands during the 1950s and 1960s.

The Anangu were estranged from their lands, unable to visit their sacred sites or attend to the ritual obligations owed to the lands. In 1980 Garry was a senior solicitor for the Aboriginal Legal Rights Movement and was assigned to the case. He acted as solicitor for Yalata Community Inc, in the negotiations that led to the passage of the achievement of the Maralinga Tjarutja Land Rights Act 1984.

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Old Ignatian News

REQUIESCANT IN PACE Our sympathy is extended to families and friends of: Old Ignatians Stephen Thomas Travers (1968) Robert Henry O'Sullivan (1962) Mark Dominic Bailetti (1969) Mark Hamilton Richards (1966) Denis Anthony Sheridan (1962) Sean David Murphy (1959) Anthony William Walsh (1969) Matthew Stuart McLaughlin (1992) William Rollo (2007) married Megan Young at All Saints Chapel, Hamilton Island, queensland, on 1 May 2021.

Spencer George Fullgrabe (2017) Carlo Paul Zannin (1971) John Joseph Gardner (1973) Community Fr Phillip Crotty SJ Luigi Telegramma Br John May SJ Frank Pergoleto Margaret Duggan Stefan Pikusa Valli Maeorg David James McCleave Sheila Ann Hards Patricia Nelson Imelda Rasera Carmel Han Maria Lancione

liam carr (2005) married daniella librandi on 3 april 2021 at The Chapel of the Holy Name, Saint Ignatius' college, Athelstone.

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announcements

SAM HOOPER (2007) AND HIS WIFE, REBECCA, WELCOMED A BABY GIRL, ANNABELLE LORETTA, ON 11 JUNE 2021.

Angela Marveggio (nee Boccaccio) (2007) and HER husband, Ryan, welcomed Milana Marie Marveggio on 4 June, 2021 – a sister for brother Domenic.

HANNAH HARRINGTON (NEE KLINGBERG) (2003) AND HER HUSBAND, PHIL, WELCOMED A BABY GIRL, CHARLOTTE VERONICA, ON 19 JUNE 2021.

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NIKI KAPNISTIS (2011) CELEBRATED HER ENGAGEMENT TO KON SMARAGDAKIS ON 20 MARCH 2021.

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