Presented by James Hardiman, the Community Engagement team & the St Hilda’s Student Club Charity Convenors
PADDOCK TO PLATE
In support of Rural Aid and our Community
We acknowledge and pay respect to the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation, the Traditional Custodians of the land upon which our college is situated. We pay our respect to all the Elders of Indigenous students who call St Hilda’s home.
We also acknowledge all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander members of our community, the University of Melbourne, and the wider world.
PROGRAM
5:30PM
Music in the Front Quad
Wine ordering and Grazing Table
Raffle tickets being sold by our students throughout the evening
7PM
Enter the Dining Hall
Welcome, Principal James Hardiman & Communitas Director, Jesse McDougall
Musical Performance
Meet the Maker - Matt Di Sciascio
Main course family-style shared platters served
7:45PM
Guest Auctioneer, Mr Matt Bowles
Auction commences
8:15PM
Musical Performance from Legally Blonde, Alice Dagwell
Dessert served, tea and coffee available self-serve
Auction continues
8:45PM
Raffle and Lucky Door Prizes drawn
9PM
Thank you and closing
Thank you to our students and staff who have generously volunteered their time. Families, brunch in the Dining Hall on Sunday 21 July is between 9:30am & 1:30pm
WELCOME
As a college that was founded under the mission of providing access to education for families for the regional and remote communities of Victoria, it is always a special occasion to host Paddock to Plate at St Hilda’s. It is our pleasure to host families of our current students, acknowledging the incredible and supportive role you have all played in our students’ lives, while also celebrating the work and produce of our regional and rural heartland.
In our 60th year, we now of course welcome students from all over Australia and the world which offers an incredibly diverse community experience for our students. And while this diversity will underpin the future dynamic of our community, it is still important to us to maintain a strong connection to the regions with over 60% of our students still coming from nonmetropolitan centres of Australia. Supporting students and families from these communities will always be a critical part of St Hilda’s mission and watching on as students from incredibly diverse backgrounds connect, forge lifelong friendships and learn from each other is a privilege that I will never take for granted.
The charitable component of this event, supporting the work of Rural Aid, is a demonstration of the importance of our College’s ethos and motto to our student body. Communitas is the spirit of supporting and giving back to your community and I am grateful for your collective support of our student body in their work to contribute to incredible charitable causes each and every year.
Thank you to all those who have contributed to making this event a reality. From the families who have provided primary produce, drinks or decorations to the team of volunteers and staff who have spent many hours planning. I look forward to connecting with you all and celebrating our fantastic students and families that call this wonderful college home.
JAMES HARDIMAN PRINCIPAL OF ST HILDAS
We are raising funds tonight for Rural Aid, an Australian charity that provides critical financial aid, wellbeing support and fodder supplies to farmers and rural communities impacted by natural disaster.
St Hilda’s College for years has had strong ties with regional and rural Australia, and this year the Student Club has decided to support the important work that Rural Aid does; giving back to farmers in rural areas of our country.
This evening at Paddock to Plate we are reminded of the importance of Australian farming communities and the hardships they are expected to endure to reliably supply the food we eat.
We are incredibly grateful to the College and broader community for their generous donations to our auction and raffle this evening for a very worthy cause. We would also like to thank all the Hildarians, friends and family in attendance tonight, and everyone who has bought raffle tickets, pre-ordered wine and those of you bidding in our auction. Your contributions will help our mates in the bush when they’re doing it tough. Thank you all for your support!
Communitas Director, Jesse McDougall & the Student Club Charity Convenors
JESSE MCDOUGALL
ANNA HOWELL GABBY BURRELL HENRY PINDER TESS JACKMAN
LUCKY DOOR PRIZES
GUZMAN Y GOMEZ
Guac on with GYG socks on! With six pairs up for grabs, get your hands on a pair of exclusive Guzman Y Gomez branded socks. Perfect to remain warm and stylish in the winter months while enjoying some of GYG’s famous mexican food.
ST HILDA’S COLLEGE STUDENT CLUB
Been jealous of your student’s green and blue merch? No need to worry when the Student Club have kindly donated some pieces for you to nab! On offer is a puffer vest, scarf, bucket hat and a resuable coffee cup for three lucky winners.
THE CLYDE HOTEL
Delight in a free parma down at our students’ favourite local pub, the Clyde Hotel. Located on Elgin Street, the Clyde sponsors our Student Club and is a great spot to warm up over a few drinks during this cold Melbourne weather.
ETCH SPARKLING
ETCH Sparkling is a range of alcohol-free sparkling beverages crafted using Australian native ingredients. Tonight we have not just one but five cases ranging in flavours, ready to win.
MENU
PRE-DINNER
Grazing plates: A curated selection of cured meats, gourmet cheeses, seasonal fruits, stuffed peppers, olives, baguettes
MAIN COURSE
Creamy pesto Torchio pasta, topped with herb crumble
Tender beef cheeks slow cooked in rich red wine, served with herb-roasted crispy russet potatoes
Herb roasted seasonal vegetables
Fresh garden salad with pickled onion, baby heirloom tomatoes and creamy feta
DESSERT
Deconstructed pear crumble cake served with warm vanilla custard
Scan to learn about tonight’s pears
OUR CONNECTIONS
SCION WINES
Established in 2002 from the ground up, Scion Wines handcraft wines that represent modern Rutherglen. Thank you to Janice Milhinch (1965 St Hilda’s Alumni) for their selection of mixed wines for auction tonight.
D’SAS WINES
Donated by owners Matthew, Susan and Lulu Di Sciascio (St Hilda’s Student, 2024), the family owned business has donated auction and raffle items tonight, as well as providing the wine you are enjoying. Thank you for your involvement.
ECLECTIC TASTES CAFE & PANTRY
Jane Miller , Abbey Miller’s (St Hilda’s Student, 2022) mother, is the proud owner of Eclectic Tastes located in Ballarat. Thank you to the Miller Family for donating the Best of Ballarat package.
THE SOURCE BULK FOODS BALLARAT
The Source Bulk Foods located in Ballarat is owned by Janet, Maggie Smith’s (St Hilda’s Student, 2024) mother. Thank you for donating to our auction and contributing the pasta and spices to our meal.
MAGNeaseIUM delivers pain-relieving magnesium, made in Australia with ultra healing effects. Owned by Lewanna Smith, Saxon Smith’s (St Hilda’s Student, 2023) mother. Thank you to Lewanna for contributing her amazing products again this year.
MAGNeaseIUM
OUR CONNECTIONS
THE ABRAHAM FAMILY
We thank Kate, our Alumni and Development Manager, and her family for consistently donating to our annual fundraising event. Our winners always enjoy their weekend away at Lorne.
THE MILIANKOS-KING FAMILY
Tobias Miliankos-King (St Hilda’s Student, 2022) and his family have generously donated to Paddock to Plate again this year. Thank you to his father, Christos, for his Naturopathic services, Bindi Wines, the family winery of Tobias’s (2022) uncle, and the family for the King Valley getaway.
THE BENNETT FAMILY
Thank you to Patrick Bennett (St Hilda’s Student, 2023) and his family for providing the hay bales that rustically decorate the St Hilda’s front quadrant this evening.
LENNE’S ORCHARD
Lenne’s Orchard is located in Victoria’s fruitgrowing heartland, the Goulburn Valley. We are so excited to have their apples and Rico pears in our meal today, thank you Layla O’Callaghan’s (St Hilda’s Student, 2024) uncle for your generous donation.
CAMILLA’S CRUSH
Camilla’s Crush is a boutique Cidery where the cider is made from 100% fresh fruit grown on the Humphries’ Red Hill orchard. The cider is made by past student, Camilla Humphries from 2007.
RAFFLE ITEMS
BOMBAY ARTISANS
Bombay Artisans is a handmade homeware, clothing and accessories store crafted by Rupal. Tonight on offer, we have some of their beautiful and sustainably sourced products such as a colourful, quilted tote bag.
Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery
Indulge in a $100 Chocolate Hamper from one of the most popular sweet destinations in Victoria. Based along the Surf Coast, the family owned business creates over 250 different and delectable chocolates.
ST HILDAS COLLEGE THEATRE GROUP
Oh my god you guys! St Hilda’s College Theatre Group is back again this year with another hit musical, Legally Blonde. Based on the novel and 2001 film, join Elle Woods as she enrolls in Harvard with two opening night tickets this August.
THE SOURCE HAMPER
The Source Bulk Foods Ballarat has kindly gifted a hamper with a selection of organic products such as pretzels and cookie recipe jars. Thank you to the Smith Family for this contribution.
MAGNeaseIUM
Lewanna Smith created MAGNeaseIUM after experiencing the properties of magnesium. Relish in a Magnesium salts and gel package, perfect for relaxing in the bath whilst replenishing magnesium levels depleted after a hard day.
FOSSEY’S GIN DISTILLERY
Located on our very own Lygon Street, Fossey’s Gin Distillery is the perfect cosy night out. Treat yourself to a delicious bottle of Fossey’s Original gin, as well as a 20% discount voucher online and a free drinks card.
SHIRAZ GIFT HAMPER
Donated by the Di Sciascio Family, this hamper includes a range of sweet and salty snacks to pair with a beautiful 2019 Mitchelton Heathcote shiraz. Thank you to the Di Sciascios!
BODRIGGY BREWERY
Bodriggy Brewery have kindly provided two slabs again this year of their crowd pleasing Lager, ready to go home with two lucky winners. Thank you Bodriggy Brewery for donating your finest.
AUCTION ITEMS
BINDI WINES
Bindi Wines is based 50 kilometres north-west of Melbourne focusing on chardonnay and pinot noir. This year from Bindi, enjoy a 6 pack of wines valued at $300.
D’SAS WINES
Di Sciascio Family Wines sources great fruit from several vineyards across Victoria’s diverse wine regions. Donated by owners Matthew, Susan and Lulu Di Sciascio (St Hilda’s Student, 2024), the wine hamper features 6 wines ranging from prosecco to pinot gris to a shiraz.
SCION WINE
Scion is a progressive Rutherglen winery that offers a modern spin on the region’s traditional grape varietals. The winery was established by Janice Milnich (1965 alumn) and family in 2002. They have kindly donated a mixed dozen of their finest wines.
AUCTION ITEMS
TORQUAY FARMER’S MARKET
Another item from the Di Sciascios! Enjoy a hamper made from the stalls of the Torquay market with items such as chocolate, chutney, Teddy & The Fox beverages and more!
LOCAL CANBERRA WINES
Donated by The Pedley Family, have a taste of Canberra with a dozen different wines from the local area. The labels feature Nick O’Leary, Clonakilla and Eden Road. Thank you for donating again this year.
LANCEMORE MANSION HOTEL
Enjoy a lavish spread of sweet and savoury delicacies for two in Joseph’s Dining Room overlooking the Werribee Gardens. High Tea is served every Saturday and Sunday, along with free flowing Dal Zotto Prosecco.
FARMER’S DAUGHTERS
Have dinner for two in the Farmer’s Daughter Bistro Deli. This experience will include the Chef’s selection menu, featuring seasonal dishes to be shared, along with a complimentary Farmer’s Collins cocktail. This is valued at $85 per person.
AUCTION ITEMS
NATURAL PHILOSOPHY
Since 2021, Natural Philosophy is a multi-award winning natural ayurvedic skincare brand that operates in West Melbourne. Explore their amazing line of cruelty-free products with this pamper pack worth $170.
THE SKINCARE COMPANY
Since 2009, the Skincare Company have curated scientifically formulated, sophisticated skincare products. Treat you skin with this hamper priced at $400 featuring their trusted cleanser, moisturiser and more.
MY NATUROPATH CHRISTOS
Christos Miliankos is a Naturopath from NorthEast Victoria Australia, practicing Bowen Therapy, Integrated Iridology, Herbal Medicine, Nutrition and Homeopathy in his clinic since 2001. Christos has donated vouchers for his amazing clinic which can be redeemed via remote consultation.
POLISHED AGENCIES & GALLERIA
Polished Agencies & Galleria is a women’s exclusive designer and occasion wear botique based in Benalla, Victoria. Splurge with a $200 voucher for Level 1, The Gown Gallery & private viewing of the gown collection to purchase an outfit for the 2025 Paddock to Plate event!
AUCTION ITEMS
MATILDA FOLEY
Matilda Foley is an organic jewellery label, birthed by creative and designer, Til Foley. Feel beautiful and look beautiful tonight with a 9c gold-filled necklace with Australian sapphire and accompained ring. These pieces are to be auctioned off separately.
SYDNEY SWANS JERSEY
Calling all AFL fans - especially the Sydney Swans! We have a signed Jersey by the 2024 team. We know our Principal, James Hardiman, has his eye on this one!
ARTWORK BY WILLOW PLEX
Willow Plex is a Senior Residential Advisor at St Hilda’s. Willow has created a beautiful handcut artwork of our local area, seeing Parkville in a paper map form.
AUCTION ITEMS
VISIT CARLTON PACK
Enter the heart of Carlton with this range of vouchers. The pack includes Piccolina Gelateria, Yochi, D.O.C, Guzman Y Gomez and Cinema Nova vouchers, priced at $330.
MELBOURNE THEATRE COMPANY
With heart, humour and searing observation, Martyna Majok’s ‘Cost of Living’ is an honest and insightful look at the forces that bring people together. Experience this brilliant play with tickets for two from the 14th of September to the 19th of October.
FITNESS FANATICS PACK
Burn off that excess energy with our Fitness Fanatics Pack. This includes a One-month Active Melbourne membership (value of over $100) at Carlton Baths, Multi-Visit Passes for Fitzroy Swimming Pool and a Day pass and shoe hire to Urban Climb Collingwood.
KING VALLEY STAY
Two nights for two couples in this relaxing and nurturing BnB in Victoria’s King Valley. Self contained adjoining units with queen beds, small kitchenette and ensuites in the beautiful wine region of the King Valley. Valued at $900.
A RESERVE TICKETS
From music, to the NRL, have the best seats in the house with two A Reserve Tickets to an event of your choice at Rod Laver Arena, AAMI Park, John Cain Arena or Margaret Court Arena (excluding Aus Open). Valid for the next 12 months.
AUCTION ITEMS
SPLINTER III TINY HOME EXPERIENCE
Get back to nature and relax at this unique country getaway. This high Country Tiny Home is small in size, but perfect for couples wanting to escape the hustle and bustle of their busy lives. Thank you to Charlie Nye for organising this 2 night stay near Mansfield (excluding peak season).
EXPLORE VICTORIA PACK
There is so much to Victoria and you have to see it all! Explore the state with one spring pass to Alba Thermal Springs, a big 4 Perks and Membership valued at $50, one Grampian National Park tour with Go West, a family voucher to Luna Park and a $50 voucher to Rose St Artists Market.
WAPPEN STATION STAY
Wappen Station is one of Victorias largest sheep/ cattle self contained farm stays set on Lake Eildon. Enjoy A one-night stay at the Shearer’s Quarter’s valued at $600.
BEST OF BALLARAT PACK
Valued at $750, experience the best of Ballarat with an overnight stay at Hotel Vira and a dinner for two at Restaurant Babae. After a night of luxury, finish your stay off with brunch at Eclectic Tastes ($100 voucher). Thank you to the Miller Family for this donation.
WEEKEND IN LORNE PACK
Experience a two night stay at a Lorne AirBnb accompanied by an $100 voucher to Live Wire Park and a voucher to Gelato Gelato. Thank you to the Abraham Family for their donation of the AirBnB; not available from Dec 13 - Jan 31.
COMMUNITY
Ms Kate Abraham, Alumni & Development
Mrs Carly Damen, Marketing, Communications + Events communitas@hildas.unimelb.edu.au
Program Design by Abbey Miller
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