Briggs Oval Fence Appeal

The College wishes to express sincere gratitude to the Past Students Association and individual past students for their generous donations to the Briggs Oval fence appeal.

Dating back to 1920, Briggs Oval holds a significant place in history. It was established when Messrs Inglis and Parker helped the College acquire a portion of a paddock that extended close to the railway line. The first College oval was then constructed and enclosed with a fence. Initially, an ant bed wicket was laid, but it was later replaced with a renowned turf pitch, becoming a notable landmark in country Queensland.

In 1957, the Mr. W.W.V. Briggs Memorial Gates were unveiled by Mrs Briggs, in honour of her late Husband and founding Principal of the College. On March 1, 1958, the A.P. Muir Pavilion was inaugurated, the Past Students Association played an active role in raising funds and organising working bees to turn this vision into reality. During the mid-1980s, the Past Students Association once again came to the fore, assisting in the replacement of the top rail fence. Through weekend working bees, they diligently removed the old fence and built a charming white picket fence. This change in style enhanced the aesthetics and ensured that balls remained within the grounds and did not end up in the Condamine River bank.

Now, in 2023, the Briggs Oval is set to receive another much-needed upgrade, thanks to the Past Students Association and the generous contributions from the past student community. The College deeply appreciates the unwavering support and eagerly anticipates the improvements that will be made to the oval.

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