Rachel Politis rpolitis@stpetersgirls.sa.edu.au
Archivist
Anne Daniell (nee Crisp, Kennion 1969) adaniell@stpetersgirls.sa.edu.au
Ngadlurlu tampinthi Kaurna miyurna, Ngadlurlu tampinthi ngadlu Kaurna yartangka. Ngaityalya purkana pukinangku, yalaka. We recognise the Kaurna People, And acknowledge we are on Kaurna Land. We pay our respect to Elders past and present.
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Though the S.A. Education Act of 1875 had made it compulsory for all children to attend school between the ages of 7 and 13, what set Mother Emily Ayckbowm’s vision for our School apart was how she challenged accepted ideas of the time. She felt that young women should be encouraged to pursue an education as a means of developing their freedom and should work hard to make the most of their opportunities, using their positions in society or privileges gained through education to make a difference. This year as St Peter’s Girls’ School celebrates its 130th year, in an era far removed from the late 19th century, Mother Emily’s vision for girls’ education still rings true, and in fact, it can be argued that girls’ schools are more relevant now than even in her time.
Generations of Saints Girls during the last 130 years have taken centre stage in every aspect of our School. They have been student leaders, competitors in Mathematics, Science and English competitions, artists, musicians, performers and sporting stars. Every aspect of our School, from the classroom to the sports field to the academic program, have been designed for girls. Today, in every way, we are not
just a school with girls, we are a school for girls. Whether a girl wants to be an astronaut, actor, architect, author, or air traffic controller, she needs to know—not just think, but really know, deep down—that there’s nothing that can stand in her way. This message is embedded in the education at Saints Girls and creates the best environment for girls to learn, grow and develop. Our School is a place of leadership for young women, where community and collaboration, agency and self-efficacy flourish. Girls’ schools like St Peter’s Girls, are places of incredible innovation, creating spaces where teachers challenge limits, and inspire girls to imagine and explore possibilities that perhaps they had never considered before.
Girls’ schools are more relevant today as they educate their students to become global changemakers—the women we need to help solve the world’s biggest challenges. At Saints Girls, our students are inspired to become informed and engaged global citizens who lead with courage, creativity and compassion. Research has proven graduates of girls’ schools display stronger community involvement, greater cultural competency, and increased political engagement. In comparison to their coeducated peers, young women who attend girls’ schools are more likely to become involved in environmental programs and community social action programs. They are more likely to be active in volunteer
work, place value on improving their understanding of other countries and cultures and help promote racial understanding. They count their desire to understand others with different beliefs as a strength, and view their ability to work cooperatively with diverse people as a positive.
Girls’ schools are more relevant today as, in addition to the arts and humanities, schools like Saints Girls have a long history of engaging girls in STEM subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) and are leading the way in STEM education for women in the world. Graduates of girls’ schools are six times more likely to consider majoring in Mathematics, Science, and Technology and three times more likely to consider engineering compared to girls who attended coeducational schools. Research points to the power of peer role modelling as a primary reason why girls’ schools are producing such disproportionately larger numbers of women in the sciences. We see this at our School with our Scientist in Residence program, our APEX
Girls’ schools are more relevant today as they prepare girls to become women who rise to the highest levels of leadership, through fostering girls’ voices and encouraging girls to exercise their voices from a very young age. At girls’ schools, students are encouraged - in fact expected - to speak their minds, without interruption. A national survey found that nearly 87% of girls’ school students feel their voices—their opinions—are respected compared to 58% of girls at coeducational schools. Girls’ schools do not shelter their students from the real world. To the contrary, the greater sense of respect that girls feel at girls’ schools enables them to better find and use their voices, first in the classroom, and then beyond in boardrooms, on the political stage, or in any other arena.
Club with its over 35 participants, our student-generated Saints TV Channel and the student leadership at our annual Girls in Tech day. Furthermore, research findings note that it is beneficial and powerful for girls, in particular, “to see it in order to be it.”At Saints Girls, our teachers of Senior Mathematics and our School’s Leadership Team are all female. When every student in advanced calculus and physics or on the sports team is a girl, and key staff leadership positions are held by females, every girl at the School gets the clear message they can excel in those areas.
For 130 years we have been guided by the vision of our Founding Sisters, a vision for girls’ education that unquestionably remains relevant today. While of less historical significance as a change agent than, say, Martin Luther King or Mother Theresa, we at St Peter’s Girls’ School take great pride in recognising Emily Ayckbowm’s foresight in establishing schools for girls, where young women are empowered to take up their rightful place in determining our future world.
CHERYLYN SKEWES PRINCIPALL
On October 26, our School community came together to celebrate a special milestone: 130 Years of St Peter’s Girls’ School. Families present and past, Old Scholars and Staff gathered for the celebration at Adelaide Oval.
The celebration kicked off with a warm welcome from our MC Lisa Dunlop (Selwyn 1995) and Principal Cherylyn Skewes.
Thank you again to NOVATECH – Leko and Renae Novakovic for the technical support on the night and the following for the generous door prizes
• Maria Perrone – Jurlique products
• Verdun Wines - Sandy, Bob and Danielle Voumard
• Rachel Maddern – Tunki Dining Voucher
• The Fahey Family – Momoda Dining Voucher
• Victoria and David Braithwaite – 5 x Vouchers from the Family Cook
• Susanna Parkinson for 2 x OSX Personal Training Packages
Karen Limb joined the Saints Girls community in Term 4 as our new Business Director. Karen brings with her an impressive career marked by leadership in various sectors, particularly finance. She has held pivotal positions, including Chief Financial Officer, Chief Operating Officer, and General Manager, in both private and public organisations in Australia and the UK. Her expertise spans industries such as Health, Disability, Tourism, Engineering, Legal, and B2B/B2C services.
Karen is dedicated to strong governance and effective business management, holding a Master of Business Administration, and a Bachelor of Business, and is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. She is also a Fellow of CPA Australia.
In addition to her professional achievements, Karen has a passion for community service, which is evident in her extensive involvement in the not-for-profit sector. She served as both a member and Chair of St John Ambulance SA for nine years and continues to contribute as a current board member of St John Ambulance Australia. Karen is also a current board member of the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra which she has served for the past seven years.
With her extensive experience and commitment to excellence, Karen is set to make a significant impact at Saints Girls.
There can be no doubt that our Hear Me Roar concert was a huge success! Our vision of bringing together the entire Saints community was fully realised in a packedout audience, including our current cohort, Old Scholars, current and former staff, current and former parents, past classroom music staff and instrumental tutors, as well as many prospective parents.
Together we celebrated 130 years of incredible musicmaking and 130 years of educating the young women of tomorrow. Through history, heart and hilarity, our guest artists Amelia Ryan and Libby O’Donovan (OAM) provided a nostalgic and uplifting homage to the women who blazed trails for generations of women to come. Our Old Scholars and current musicians carried on the celebration of female empowerment through song, showcasing the exceptional music program that has long been a hallmark of Saints Girls.
We were thrilled to welcome our talented Old Scholar choristers and instrumentalists to the Jeffreys Linn Arts Centre stage to perform at our Hear Me Roar concert. This special 130th birthday music celebration featured Old
Scholar soloists, former Enchanté choir members and Old Scholar Instrumentalists as Saints Girls marked 130 years of empowering young women through music.
Congratulations and thank you to our Old Scholar performers including Katrina Lyne (Patteson 2003), Alex McKay (Kennion 2004), Chanel Nesci (Kennion 2006), Olivia Nortkus (nee Smith, Selwyn 2008), Steph Neale (Patteson
2010), Emily Fawcett (Selwyn 2011), Eleni Vosnakis (Kilburn 2011), Mia Nowicki (nee Shepherdson, Kilburn 2013), Erin McKellar (Patteson 2013), Matilda Maiolo (Selwyn 2014), Emma Kavanagh (Kilburn 2014), Lucy Brown (Selwyn 2015), Freya Markwick-Smith (Kennion 2015), Chelsea McGuinness (Kilburn 2016), Grace Callen (Kennion 2017), Nicola Jones (Selwyn 2018), Ava Loechel (Kilburn 2018), Hannah Brown (Selwyn 2019), Rachel Banham (Kilburn 2019), Emily Loh (Kennion 2020), Emeshe Robson (Kennion 2021), Georgie Raft (Kilburn 2021), Ailani Cox (Selwyn 2021), Olivia Tenten (Patteson 2021), Ayshviina Nair (Selwyn 2022), Samantha Keough (Patteson 2023), Emma Pool (Kennion 2023), Zara Blight (Kilburn 2023),Matilda Chu (Patteson 2023) and Lauren Parker (Kilburn 2023).
Here’s to another 130 years of St Peter’s Girls!
The Leaders' Induction Service is always a significant day for our School community. It marks both a beginning and also an ending as the responsibility of leadership is passed from one student cohort to the next. It is a time when we gather as a school to reflect on all that has been and to look forward with excitement to all that is to come. This year’s Induction Ceremony was no different as we welcomed families and guests to join the Middle and Senior School to officially recognise the Student Leaders for 2025. The Prefects, Deputy House Captains and Co-Curricular Leaders were presented with their badges and accepted their positions of responsibility by promising to uphold the School values of courage, creativity and compassion throughout their tenure. Under the guidance of Head Prefect Mollie Kennett and Deputy Head Prefect Olivia Park, our Student Leaders are well-positioned to continue the excellent work of the 2024 Student Leadership Team.
Positive and effective student leadership is vital in a school. When a student leadership team is energetic and inclusive, the school follows, and the team has the power to set the tone for the year ahead. In addition, student leadership provides agency to the students. They can have a say and can lead initiatives in their school. Finally, student leaders act as role models to younger students. Students from the Junior through to the Middle and Senior School look up to the leaders; they follow their actions and replicate their energy, enthusiasm and pride for their School. Thank you to the 2024 Leadership Team, led by Daisy Kennett and Sophie Ricciuto. Ever present, they have led with passion and a sense of fun. They have embodied all that we would want for our girls and have been excellent role models.
LAUREN SUTTON DEPUTY PRINCIPAL AND HEAD OF SENIOR SCHOOL
Dear students, parents, staff and members of the wider Saints community, thank you for entrusting us with the privilege of leading St Peter’s Girls’ School, as your Head and Deputy Head Prefect for 2025. We are excited to see what our final school year has in store and promise to serve you with the utmost dedication and enthusiasm!
We want to take this opportunity to introduce ourselves to you.
My name is Mollie Kennett, and I am honoured to be appointed as your Head Prefect for 2025.
I started St Peter's Girls in Year 5 and was immediately captivated by the School's vibrant culture. My involvement in various co-curricular activities has allowed me to build meaningful connections with girls across different year levels. Through these experiences, I have forged lasting friendships and engaged in my passions for sport and the arts.
I am excited to undertake the role of Head Prefect for 2025. Our Prefect Team strives to nurture the strong sense of community that encompasses Saints Girls. I believe our core values of courage, creativity and compassion are fundamental to the excellence that we as a collective, strive for together. Looking ahead, we are eager to introduce our initiatives that aim to further enrich our School community, fostering strong connections between all students.
As the 2025 Prefects embark on this coming year of leadership and service, we look forward to supporting and inspiring our peers, celebrating achievements, and leaving behind a legacy of empowerment and support for future Saints Girls. Together, we cannot wait to make 2025 a year of growth, compassion and memories!
Olivia
My name is Olivia Park, and I am delighted to be appointed as your Deputy Head Prefect for 2025.
Saints Girls is more than just a school to me; it has truly become my second family. Every day is a celebration of individuality – where each voice is valued and encouraged. I want to inspire younger girls to develop the confidence to use their voices and engage with our vibrant School community, just as I have because the memories and lessons I’ve gained here have shaped me and will stay with me forever.
So, stepping into this role alongside Mollie and the 2025 Prefect Team, we are incredibly excited to lead the School community and can’t wait to introduce some awesome initiatives together. We hope to leave a legacy for future generations, keeping our tradition of sisterhood going strong for years to come!
Ava Field Kennion Deputy House Captain
Aerobics Captain Lara Maione
Athletics Captain Elodie de Wit
Nellie Ion Kilburn Deputy House Captain
Aussie Rules Captain Ellie Webber
Badminton Captain Yushan Li
Basketball Captain Januri Wagaarachchi
Cricket Captain Lucy Lowry
Cross Country Captain Ava Field
Hockey Captain Zara Trim
Netball Captain Ella Warrick
Rowing Captain Matilda Powell
Soccer Captain Grace Richardson-Stevens
Swimming Captain Elysia Scarr
Tennis Captain Leah Huynh
Touch Football Captain Emily Ketteridge
Volleyball Captain Annabel Keough
Water Polo Captain Olivia Reynolds
Jackie Balasis Patteson Deputy House Captain
Band Captain Asha Eaton
Strings Captain Bella Willson
Shea Forster Selwyn Deputy House Captain
Head Chorister Alexandra Nguyen
Choristers: Zoë Min O’Callaghan
Georgia Cowie
Mollie Kennett
Lara Maione
Wynter Crush
APEX Captain Eva Chassiotis
Environment Club Captain Levanya De Silva
Library Captain Ashani Amarathunga
Performing Arts Captain Alyssa Walpole
Performing Arts Captain Zoe Papageorgiou
Performing Arts – Musical Alexandra Nguyen
Philosophy Captain Alix Douglas
Recent research indicates that having a wellbeing dog at school offers positive benefits such as enhancing the learning environment for both students and teachers. St Peter’s Girls’ School recognises that a wellbeing dog can improve students’ overall wellbeing and engagement, providing educational, emotional, and social benefits to the School community. These benefits include improved student attendance, reduced anxietyrelated behaviours, and improved learning outcomes.
In Term 3, we were thrilled to announce the introduction of our wellbeing dog, Tofu, to the School community. Tofu, a lovable Golden Retriever, is not only known for her friendly
demeanour, but also for her ability to thrive in social situations, making her particularly well-suited for engaging with young people. With her natural charm and playful spirit, she has quickly become a beloved addition to our School.
The response from our community has been overwhelmingly positive, with students and staff embracing Tofu’s affectionate personality. We look forward to the many joyful moments and valuable lessons Tofu will bring to our community as she continues to grow into her role as our wellbeing dog.
This year, we introduced Kendall Fitzgerald our Cultural Liaison Officer. This role aims to promote a deeper appreciation and understanding of Indigenous cultures and histories. Kendall leads our students, staff, and School community through educational initiatives that broaden and enrich our knowledge of the diverse traditions, perspectives, and values of Indigenous peoples.
Kendall is a proud Kaurna/Narungga woman and is strongly connected to the Adelaide Aboriginal Community. She has a passion for education and has spent the last seven years at Immanuel College as an Aboriginal Students Support Officer. Additionally, she serves on the Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) Committee for Immanuel College, Immanuel Primary School and Surf Life Saving SA. Before her time at Immanuel, Kendall worked across four state primary schools in the Holdfast Partnership.
Since stepping into her role, Kendall has initiated several projects. These include facilitating the naming process for the Piazza area in the Early Learners’ Centre (ELC), providing Kaurna language education and pronunciation in both the ELC and the entire School, and collaborating with Year 5 students on the ‘Deadly Science’ project, ‘How the Birds Got Their Colours’. She has also conducted weaving workshops with Year 3 classes, participates actively in the RAP Committee, and coordinated furniture donations from the School to Kura Yerlo. Furthermore, she has integrated Kaurna seasons activites with the Year 3 classes, organised didgeridoo/yidaki sessions for the ELC with Jayden Willie, and arranged visits for ELC staff to St Leonards Primary School and Glenelg Community Garden to enhance their understanding of native plants and foods for the ELC Community Garden and garden-to-plate program.
Kendall’s dedication and initiatives enrich our educational environment, and strengthen our connection to Indigenous culture, ensuring that it remains an integral part of our community.
We are pleased to introduce James Lawes as the new Chair of the Board of St Peter’s Girls’ School. James brings extensive expertise as a Chartered Accountant, auditor and not-for-profit board member with over 25 years of experience at Ernst & Young (EY) across Queensland, Victoria and South Australia. His advisory roles span diverse sectors including media and entertainment, manufacturing, aged care, and education.
James and his wife Beba are active members of our community, with their three daughters, Ella, Piper and Faith, currently attending the School. On our Board, James has led the Executive and Finance Committee and is a member of the Project Control Group and Risk Management Committees.
Please join us in welcoming James Lawes as our new Chair of the Board. We look forward to his leadership and the positive impact he will undoubtedly bring to our School.
On 2 September, we celebrated the official opening of our extended and upgraded Learning Community 2 spaces. In attendance were the Mayor of the City of Burnside, Anne Monceaux (nee Harrington, Kennion 1966), Geoffrey Bishop, the President of the Friends of Ferguson Park, our Senior Leadership Team, our ELC Parent Representatives, and a special group of Year 12 students whose journeys began in our ELC.
Uncle Mickey O’Brien led the event with a traditional smoking ceremony as part of the Welcome to Country on Kaurna Land. Following this, our ELC’s own Caterina Pennestri, along with three of our Pathway children, led us in an acknowledgement that highlighted the shared values and spirit of our community.
The new Learning Community 2 extension includes two beautifully designed learning spaces, a new commercial kitchen, a welcoming piazza, and brand-new facilities. Drawing inspiration from the Reggio Emilia Approach, we focused on creating spaces that are intentional, purposeful, and full of possibilities.
Naming our new piazza was a community-driven process that connected deeply with our children’s ongoing inquiry
into how we share and utilise spaces, and what it means to be part of a democracy. We were proud to share with our guests that the new name for our LC2 piazza is Kamparitti, a Kaurna word meaning “kitchen”.
We are especially grateful to the Burnside Council Biodiversity Nursery for their generous donation of native plants, enriching our environment and providing opportunities for our children to engage with nature. This occasion marks a significant milestone for ELC and the wider St Peter’s Girls’ School community, promising many memorable experiences.
LIZ SCHEMBRI DIRECTOR OF EARLY
LEARNERS' CENTRE
Celebrating Science Week in the Early Learners’ Centre was a journey full of wonder, with curious minds and joyful discoveries. We began with the First Nations story ‘How the Birds Got Their Colours’ by Mary Albert, which sparked curiosity about hidden colours in black markers. Using paper chromatography, the children excitedly revealed the rainbow colours within.
Our activities embraced the magic of play-based learning, allowing children to explore science through playful discovery. From watching colours separate to making paper towel caterpillars “wiggle with water,” the children’s delight in these small wonders showed how deeply they were engaged in learning.
In our “Magic Milk” experiment, the children dipped detergent-covered cotton tips into milk and food dye bowls. They watched in awe as vibrant colours swirled and danced across the surface. The highlight was the children’s enthusiastic shout of “YES!” when asked if they loved science, reflecting the excitement we strive to nurture for lifelong curiosity and confident learning.
MELISSA LEE
STEM INNOVATION LEADER
Our annual Mothers, Fathers and Treasured Friends’ Afternoon Teas continue to be much-loved and well-attended celebrations. The pride and excitement on the children’s faces as they spent time in the ELC with their special people was an absolute highlight. These moments, filled with laughter and connection, remain some of the most memorable highlights of the year.
We are incredibly proud of our Reception and Year 1 students for their incredible enthusiasm, energy and excitement during the annual Dance Concert. Each performance beautifully illustrated the changing seasons as the girls danced through summer, autumn, winter and spring wearing a stunning array of rainbow costumes.
The Dance program is a vital part of learning in Semester 1. The Dance teacher, Kirsty, fostered a strong and trusting relationship with the girls, helping them connect and collaborate through expressive arts. Each week, new dance skills were introduced, allowing the students to experiment, play and respond creatively to music. They worked together in partnerships, gaining a deeper understanding of themselves as creative artists. This concert was a fantastic opportunity to showcase their learning journey!
Each year during Book Week celebrations across Australia, the Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA) brings words, images, and stories to the forefront of our hearts and minds. This cherished event not only highlights the importance of reading, but also fosters a love for literature among young readers.
To conclude the festivities for Book Week 2024, the Junior School students fully embraced the enchanting theme of ‘Reading is Magic’ with imaginative costumes related
to magic or book characters. They waved and smiled to parents and friends as they paraded along the walkway to the Chapel. At a special Junior School Assembly, each class took to the stage to showcase their outfits to the Junior School cohort. The students thoroughly enjoyed the presentation by the Student Library Initiatives Club (SLIC) members of scenes from some of the books shortlisted for CBCA Book Week awards, as well as being entertained by the teachers dressing up and acting out their version of ‘The Magic Hat’ by Mem Fox.
MARIKA TAYLOR HEAD OF JUNIOR SCHOOL
As a Year Level Parent Representative, this important role within the School is to help build a sense of community, fun and support among your daughter’s year level and their families.
Since 2022, I have been a Parent Representative for my daughter’s year level. With the support, assistance, social ideas, and appreciation received from families, my role as the Representative has been easy, fun and very rewarding.
Our year level WhatsApp group for parents is our main form of communication; our posts include social events, School reminders/relevant information and news, welcome to new families and lost clothing!
I am grateful for the energy and enthusiasm from our year level parents; we have held a number of family events that have been well-attended, such as:
• Mid-Year Banquet Dinner at Vietnam Restaurant
• Easter Egg Hunt on Chiverton Lawns
• End of Year Lunch at Anvers Wines
• Mid-Year Yum Cha at Chef Dong
Our goal over the next 10 years is to try every culture's cuisine that is represented in our year level.
On top of our enjoyment for culinary delights, we are often seen as a group at Victoria Park on bikes, scooters, kicking a footy and planning the next social event!
If you would like to be a Parent Representative for any year level or support existing year level reps and want to know more about the role before committing, please feel free to speak to myself, any of the other Year Level Parent Representatives, or Fiona McGregor, Community Relations Officer via fmcgregor@stpetersgirls.sa.edu.au
Additionally, if you have connections, or know of any venues, restaurants, wineries etc., that would be suitable for year level social gatherings, please pass details onto Fiona McGregor.
DANIEL RENSBURG-PHILLIPS
YEAR 2 PARENT REPRESENTATIVE
The Year 5 cohort embarked on an exciting Unit of Inquiry titled ‘All the World’s A Stage’, which focused on their annual Year 5 musical production. This year, the students brought to life Anastasia the Musical, a captivating tale inspired by the Romanov family, the Russian Revolution, and the adventures of the three lead characters –Anastasia, Dmitry and Vlad, as they plan to escape Russia, head to Paris, and seek their fortunes.
Throughout this unit of work, the girls explored the various roles and responsibilities involved in putting on a production, as well as the rich history of theatre. Auditions took place in Term 2, and from there, the hard work began.
One of the greatest rewards for the girls was the development of independence, teamwork, and the
confidence gained from performing live. The School community enthusiastically praised this spectacular show and the incredible talent exhibited by the Year 5 students.
The main lead roles were played by Airlie McCarthy (Anastasia), Samantha Paltridge (Dmitry) and Elizabeth Sinclair (Vlad). Every Year 5 girl performed brilliantly, and they should take great pride in their hard work and the result.
The da Vinci Decathlon is an academic competition that celebrates the academic gifts of Australian students by providing a stimulating and challenging competition run in the spirit of an Olympic Decathlon. Through rigorous papers prepared by teachers and University academics from across the country, the Decathlon is designed to stimulate the minds of young students across 10 different disciplines (Knox Grammar, 2024).
As the host school for the South Australian chapter of the National Competition, we hosted 63 teams from 31 different South Australian schools. We had close to 600 guests on-site across three days in June. All students were challenged to creatively tackle the critically designed tasks and collaborate in their team of eight to achieve success.
For our girls, the decathlon is an opportunity for those in our EDGE (Extended, Differentiated and Gifted Education) program to be extended in their thinking,
challenged in their creativity, and test the critical application of their learning. These students can further develop their analytical and creative skills by participating in such competitions, fostering a deeper engagement with their education.
The three teams from Saints represented our School with tenacity and zeal, showing our values of courage, creativity and compassion throughout. Their results across the three days are a testament to the hard work they undertook to prepare for the Decathlon.
Congratulations to the Year 5/6 team, who placed 1st overall, and to the Year 7 and Year 9 teams who both placed 3rd overall. All teams placed in multiple disciplines:
Year 5/6
• Art and Poetry – 1st
• Science – 1st
• Ideation – 1st
• English – equal 1st
• Legacy – 3rd
Year 7
• Ideation – 1st
• Engineering – 1st
• Code Breaking – 3rd
Year 9
• Ideation – 1st
• Legacy – 1st
On Saturday 29 June, the Year 7 da Vinci team, accompanied by Becca Burton-Howard and Cindy Pitkin, travelled to Sydney to compete in the National Finals. The da Vinci Decathlon is composed of 10 disciplines, and the Year 7 team placed in the top three for six of these disciplines.
This included:
• 1st in Ideation and Science
• 2nd in Creative Producers
• 3rd in Art & Poetry, English and Legacy
This allowed them to achieve 2nd place overall at the Nationals. Considering there were only eight teams in the Year 7 competition, only those teams who consistently performed were rewarded with places.
This is the best result achieved by a St Peter’s Girls' team at a National event for the da Vinci Decathlon for any year level. It meant that we were the top-performing girls’ school in the country in Year 7 for this year’s competition. We were also the equal top performer for all year levels for all girls’ schools at this National Event.
All our teams’ achievements were enabled through the support, guidance and coaching from our EDGE Coordinator Becca Burton Howard, and Head of Languages Cindy Pitkin. Leading a team of staff specialising in many of the decathlon disciplines, Becca and Cindy prepared our girls for the challenge of the competition with expertise and enthusiasm.
EMMA SMERDON HEAD OF MIDDLE SCHOOL
St Peter's Girls' School is committed to providing our students with transformative experiences that extend far beyond the classroom. Through our diverse service learning opportunities, students engage with different cultures, contribute to communities, and develop a broader worldview.
As a school, we participate in biannual immersion trips to the APY (Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara) Lands.
For a week in May and September, a small, selected group of Year 11 students embark on this journey, participating in a range of school-based activities designed to foster active reconciliation through a reciprocal learning lens. The students visit the communities of Ernabella, Kenmore Park, and Umuwa, where they build connections through shared passions for dance and sports.
Throughout their time in the APY Lands, the girls explore breathtaking landscapes and learn about Anangu culture and traditions first-hand. This immersive experience allows them to gain a profound respect for the environment and its significance to Indigenous people.
A key aspect of the APY Lands trip is the emphasis on building connections through shared interests. The St Peter's Girls students visit local schools, conduct workshops, and engage in sports matches with local students. One of the highlights of the program is the opportunity to co-create dance choreography with students from Kenmore Park School for the annual Ernabella Arts Festival. This collaborative effort not only showcases the talents of both groups, but also serves as a powerful symbol of cultural exchange and mutual understanding.
The impact of the APY Lands initiative extends beyond the participating Year 11 students. In the weeks leading up to the trip, Junior School students in Years 2 to 6 actively contribute by creating loom band bracelets during lunchtime sessions. These handmade bracelets serve as vibrant symbols of connection and sharing between diverse communities. Over 300 bracelets were distributed during the 2024 trips, with the visiting students also leading an after-school workshop to teach community members how to create their own, further strengthening the bonds between the schools.
Our School recognises that being active in reconciliation is a responsibility shared by all, and these immersion opportunities are a powerful way for students to learn about Indigenous culture, make new friends, and open their minds to different ways of life.
Complementing the APY Lands program, St Peter's Girls' School also offers a Fiji Service Learning trip every July for Years 11 and 12 students. This journey takes students to the Yasawa group of islands in Fiji, combining marine conservation efforts with community service.
Based at the Barefoot Manta Resort on Drawaqa Island, students participate in a comprehensive marine conservation program. They attend educational sessions on various aspects of marine life, including manta rays, sharks, tropical marine organisms, and coral reef protection. The program goes beyond theory, allowing students to actively contribute to conservation efforts by conducting reef surveys, removing crown-of-thorns starfish, planting coral,
and planting new coconut trees on the island.
The service learning component of the trip takes place at Soso Village on the Island of Naviti. Here, students volunteer at the Ratu Apenisa Memorial School, forging meaningful connections with local children. They assist with English lessons, provide one-on-one teaching, and help with PE lessons and after-school sports. Our students also contribute to the school's infrastructure by painting a classroom block, designing and painting murals, and building rainwater tanks in the village.
To foster long-term relationships, Year 3 students from St Peter's Girls write letters to the village students before the trip, and these are then exchanged during the visit. This initiative helps to establish a connection between the two communities that extends beyond the duration of the trip.
The service learning trips to the APY Lands and Fiji exemplify St Peter's Girls' School's dedication to providing transformative experiences for its students. These programs allow students to contribute meaningfully to communities while fostering personal growth, cultural understanding, and a sense of global citizenship. By engaging in these immersive experiences, students develop skills, perspectives, and memories that will shape their futures and contribute to a more connected and compassionate world. The emphasis on reciprocal learning and active reconciliation demonstrates our School's commitment to building meaningful, lasting relationships with Indigenous communities and fostering a deeper understanding of Australia's rich cultural heritage.
KATE FRYER DIRECTOR OF TEACHING AND LEARNING
Our Year 9 students had the unique and exciting opportunity to immerse themselves in a variety of adventurous activities during their camp this year. These experiences not only tested their physical endurance but also challenged their emotional resilience, pushing them to step out of their comfort zones. This camp served as a fantastic platform for personal growth, allowing each student to discover new strengths and build lasting friendships.
Isabella and Emma have taken the time to reflect on their experiences at the camp, sharing their insights and thoughts:
I enjoyed exploring the different campsites and beaches on the Yorke Peninsula. We all took part in activities such as surfing, abseiling, and hiking. These experiences pushed us out of our comfort zones and required us to show empathy towards each other. My highlight was cooking gnocchi and fried rice on the Trangia with my tent partner. We had to use organisational skills to ensure our cooking experience ran smoothly. Overall, it was a challenging week, but we returned home feeling accomplished.
ISABELLA BLAKE
9EMHO
This year, Year 9 camp took us to the stunning Yorke Peninsula. It was a challenging experience that required resilience and persistence from every individual camper, with windy campsites, cold weather and rocky ground. We participated in activities such as surfing and abseiling that encouraged us to step outside our comfort zones and push through our fears. The incredible views and beautiful beaches were the true highlights of camp. We ended the week with a class treasure hunt, BBQ and Talent Show. Overall, this camp was challenging and enjoyable for everyone, allowing us to connect as Home Groups and embrace new experiences.
EMMA SAYERS
9EMHO
Our Year 10 camp was an exciting adventure to Hindmarsh Island, featuring activities that challenged the girls and promoted personal growth. Engaging in outdoor challenges helped enhance their confidence and resilience. The supportive atmosphere encouraged them to step outside their comfort zones and build lasting friendships. Here are a few words from Mia and Maeve about the camp:
The Year 10 cohort went on camp to Hindmarsh Island. During this, we did various activities including surfing, kayaking, bike riding, abseiling, and walking through Deep Creek. My favourite activity was abseiling as it was a new experience much like for many other girls. Throughout these activities, we bonded as a Home Group and created new friendships. After dinner we had campfires, with the whole year singing songs and roasting marshmallows; this time allowed us to bond with others outside of our Home Group. Overall, camp was very enjoyable. I have created many new friendships and connections with people in my Home Group and in the year.
BENNETT 10KIL
The Year 10 camp to Hindmarsh Island involved numerous activities including abseiling, surfing, kayaking, bike riding, a walk-through Deep Creek and cooking with Trangia’s. My favourite activities were surfing at Goolwa Beach, abseiling at the Bluff and the scenic bike ride to see seals. The kayaking expedition was a challenging experience as we were faced with strong winds and choppy waters. This made the 6km kayak journey difficult but with the support of all the girls, we managed to get it done. On the final day of camp, each Home Group were given the task of building a waterproof shelter with natural materials and a stretcher, requiring us to work collaboratively with each other. Overall, it was a very enjoyable five days. I was able to form a closer bond with my Home Group as well as form new friendships.
MAEVE CARRUTHERS 10SEL
What an amazing Winter Intercol 2024! After many tightly fought matches and an abundance of School spirit, Saints Girls brought home the silverware for all five Intercol sports. Well done to our AFL, Badminton, Hockey, Netball and Soccer players and their coaches on such an excellent result.
Our Sports Captains delivered another amazing Saints Sports Week for our girls, celebrating and showcasing all things sport. The Captains organised a nutrition activity where girls had to answer a nutrition question and were rewarded with a delicious snack, an eSports tournament, Soccer, Basketball, Netball and Aerobics clinics for our Junior School girls, and Staff vs Students Netball (won by the students) and Soccer (won by the staff).
The week culminated with a visit from three amazing women in sport: Old Scholar, Eleni Vosnakis (Kilburn 2011), who is the Football Operations Coordinator at Adelaide United Football Club; Lily Foster, a former elite Diver who now coaches our future diving stars at the South Australian Institute of Sport and Lucy Sharman, current member of the Hockeyroos national team.
The three women were interviewed and spoke about their journey in sport, the challenges they had faced, and shared some of the amazing experiences they had been provided through sport. It was an inspiring way to wrap up Sports Week!
The Winter Interhouse Competitions displayed the skills and House pride of many of our Middle and Senior students. They competed in Hockey, Soccer, Aussie Rules, Netball and Badminton.
Congratulations to the following Houses for winning the respective shield:
HOCKEY – KILBURN SOCCER – KILBURN AFL – KENNION NETBALL – KILBURN BADMINTON – PATTESON
A Prefect initiative this year has been the introduction of the Spectator’s Cup. For non-compulsory School sporting events like Summer and Winter Interhouse, the House Captains recorded the attendance of spectators who came along to watch and support their peers. This was initiated to encourage the inclusion of all House members beyond those participating, and ultimately increase House spirit. There has been a greater sense of camaraderie in Houses with a sea of coloured posters and banners to support each House. This, in conjunction with the Spirit Cup at Swimming Carnival and Sports Day, recognises the valuable part spectators play in creating the amazing events that underpin our House competitions.
The Junior School Athletic students were treated to a visit from Mr Fuller, where he brought in one of his four Gold Medals that he achieved in the Sydney 2000 Paralympics (this one for the 4x 400m Sprint).
Mr Fuller has a decorated trophy cabinet from over 15 years of competing at a national and international level in various track events, as well as the Long Jump. He is the recipient of several prestigious awards, including an Australian Sports Medal and the Medal of the Order of Australia, and was inducted into the Athletics South Australia Hall of Fame and the Australian Institute of Sport – Best of the Best in 1997 and 2001, respectively.
Students admired the Gold Medal and inspected it closely as it was passed around the group, whilst Mr Fuller shared memories from his involvement in Athletics.
AUSTRALIAN IRUKANDJI SELECTION
Annie Goldsmith continues to turn heads amongst the Para Surfing community taking out Gold in the Prone Assist Device Classification at the Australian Para Titles, held in Port Macquarie in August.
Annie’s latest win has earned her selection in the Australian National Team, where she and her team will join the world’s best Para Surfing Athletes, as they compete in the International Surfing Association World Para Surfing Championships in California in November.
U20 WORLD ATHLETICS COMPETITION IN LIMA, PERU
Charlotte McAuliffe (Year 11) has once again donned the Green and Gold for Australia, being the only school-aged track athlete selected as one of four South Australians in the Under 20 World Athletics Championships in Peru. Charlotte ran in the heats of the Women’s 4x400m, where they qualified for the final. Charlotte didn’t race in the final, but the team, including Charlotte, won a silver medal!
Charlotte is the No. 1 ranked U18 Female in Australia and is in the top 20 for the 400m in the world!
DANI COX & ASHLYN MAY
U20 LACROSSE WORLD CUP IN HONG KONG
Congratulations to Year 12 students Ashlyn May and Dani Cox who went to Hong Kong to compete in the Women’s Under 20 Lacrosse World Cup. The team had a great tournament and ended up playing Japan for the Bronze medal. Unfortunately, going down 5-14, the team finished a gallant 4th overall.
Congratulations to SELWYN for winning Sports Day for an impressive seventh consecutive year! Students from Years 4 to 12 participated in a variety of their favourite sports, and after a rainy morning, the sun finally came out for our Saints Girls at the SA Athletics Stadium.
House spirit was at an all-time high as enthusiastic athletes excelled on the track and field. A special shoutout to the Year 12 students, whose creative costumes and energy certainly added to the buoyant vibe of the day. They led from the front and made the most of their last Sports Day as Saints Girls.
Term 3 saw two fantastic IGSSA initiatives, which were both well supported by our sporting teams. Well done to the Sports Captains for planning and coordinating a successful Pink Round and thank you to the Saints Café, students, staff and families for their efforts and support of the round. There was plenty of pink to be seen throughout the sporting fixtures, and many other activations throughout the School, which helped to raise nearly $2240, which was donated to the Breast Cancer Network Australia.
For the Reconciliation Round, Saints Girls and opposing teams came together at the start of each match to acknowledge that we are on Kaurna land, paying tribute to Indigenous people, past, present and emerging. Students wore reconciliation ribbons and a player from the opposition who displayed compassion and sportswomanship was awarded the Team Spirit Award. It was great to be involved in Reconciliation Round as it celebrates the contribution made by Aboriginal people in sport and the community and shows us that sport is a powerful tool in bringing people together and working towards reconciliation.
Saints Girls won the IGSSA Athletics Carnival Shield, making it back-to-back wins, with seven wins in the past nine years. There were many amazing individual performances across the day, with an amazing 64 top three finishes across the day.
Special mention to Amelia Sheridan (Year 7) who broke the record for the Open 3000m and U14 1500m, and Charlotte McAuliffe (Year 11) who took out the 100m Champion Runner for the second time.
Our Under 14 girls won their age division and the Open Relay team won their relay, winning the shield for the first time since 2013. It was a fantastic day, and we ran out winners by roughly 100 points, it was great to see the sportswomanship and camaraderie between all our girls.
• Isabella Black – 1500m Under 14, Division 2
• Audrey Fox – 200m Under 14, Division 2
• India Goodall – 800m Under 15, Division 1
• Aleesha Gray – Javelin Under 14, Division 1
• Kaylisiah Jang – 200m Under 16 Division 2
• Sophie Loan – Javelin Under 13, Division 2
• Charlotte McAuliffe – 100m Open, Division 1; 100m Champion; 200m Open, Division 1; 400m Open, Division 1
• Chloe Richardson – Long Jump, Under 16 Division 1; Triple Jump Under 16, Division 1
• Amelia Sheridan – 3000m Open, Division 1; 200m Under 13, Division 1; 1500m Under 14, Division 1
• Lucille Trengove – Long Jump Under 14, Division 1; 80m Hurdles Under 14, Division 1; Triple Jump Under 14, Division 1
• Victoria Zou – Shot Put Under 14, Division 1
• Gisele Chernishev, Bonnie Qu, Amelia Sheridan and Emily Robinson – 4 x 100m Relay Under 13
• Amelia Lucas, Charlotte McAuliffe, Malaika McLeod and Zara Trim - 4 x 100m Relay Open
Throughout Term 3, students and staff celebrated their Houses during Spirit Weeks, highlighting vibrant displays of House pride and community spirit. Led by the House and Deputy House Captains, students from Reception to Year 12 gathered in the Chapel to reflect on and celebrate their House’s unique qualities.
The excitement culminated at the House Dinner, a key event in the calendar for the Middle and Senior School organised by Year 11 students. The fun-filled evening provided an opportunity for students of all ages to enjoy a night filled with games, dressing up, laughter and celebration. This year’s theme was:
KILBURN MET GALA
KENNION HIGH SCHOOL CLICKS
PATTESON ICONS
SELWYN AUSSIE ICONS
The Year 11 students did an outstanding job organising this annual event, and it wouldn’t have been possible without the support of their parents.
On Friday 7 June, a packed audience was treated to a night of Performing Arts Fusion! This year focused on highlights from four different musicals. These included Cats, Legally Blonde, Hamilton and Chicago. 65 students from Years 7 to 12 participated in this performing arts experience. FUSION celebrates the collaborative rehearsal skills displayed during the four months of preparation, offering students opportunities to contribute to choreography and take on leadership roles. A huge thank you to our Performing Arts Captains, Zoe Pool and Sienna Huxtable, for their enthusiasm and support.
This year, 29 of our students competed in the Dance Ultra Dance Competition at Immanuel College. The energy was exciting, as hundreds of students came together to celebrate a love of DANCE!
Congratulations to the Middle School Troupe who placed 3rd, to Alyssa, Zoe and Zoë Min who placed 2nd in a tough trio section, and to our Senior Troupe who won the shield for Open Lyrical!
CREATE24 was a display of creativity, teamwork, leadership and storytelling. Addressing many issues and themes such as gaming addiction, child soldiers, the Hello Girls and what the future might hold for humankind, audiences left more aware and informed.
Our Year 12 SACE drama students performed 'This Girl Laughs, This Girl Cries, This Girl Does Nothing', written by Finegan Kruckemeyer. The play follows the journey of three triplet sisters left alone in the woods by their father.
Meanwhile, the Year 11 SACE and IB students presented 'Josephine In-Between' by Michael Butler-Wills, which explored Josephine's feelings of being caught between her family and school life. Both plays examined the characters' growth and the ways they evolved physically and mentally through their experiences.
The Year 11 and 12 classes dedicated significant time and effort to bring these plays to life. This enriching experience allowed everyone to learn and grow as actors while enjoying the creative process.
We’re thrilled to share that our Senior Strings Orchestra, directed by Thomas Marlin, won the Mitch Brunsden OAM Award for Advanced String Ensemble at the ABODA Music Festival, making them the top-performing strings group in South Australia! Saints Girls achieved outstanding results across the week with our Concert Band and Intermediate/Developmental Band earning GOLD, Intermediate Strings, Intermediate Band and Stage Band receiving SILVER and our Percussion Ensemble taking home BRONZE.
Competing against over 100 schools, students from Years 3 to 12 showcased exceptional talent. Congratulations to all our amazing musicians and ensemble directors.
Our talented SACE and IB students took to the stage to showcase a diverse array of dance styles from dramatic Contemporary, emotional Lyrical, stylish Musical Theatre and powerful Jazz for their assessment performance HER This captivating performance delved into the meaning of being a woman and the complexities of female identity, with choreography displaying both strength and fragility.
Supported by Year 9 dancers, the Middle School Troupe and Year 12 dancers hit the stage to dance together one last time. The performance was a wonderful display of technical strength and artistry.
The hills certainly were alive with the sound of music during our Jazz in the Hills Concert at the beautiful Hahndorf Convention Centre. With stunning weather and spectacular scenery, parents were treated to drinks on the balcony overlooking the beautiful gardens, before settling down to a buffet lunch.
Entertainment was provided by our Jazz ensembles, featuring over a hundred students from Years 6 to 12.
Our Jazz choirs - Just Jazz, In-ta-Jazz, Bella Voce, and Enchanté – delivered incredible performances, while the Stage Band and Little Big Band showcased impressive pizzaz. Extension Strings wowed the audience with their electric violin version of ‘Brazilian Spice’ featuring Samantha Li.
Our student musicians were fortunate to perform alongside several professional musicians, including four female horn players who served as inspiring role models for our girls in an area often dominated by men. The choirs also collaborated with our guest artist ‘The Adelaide Connection’, with some vocalists performing as soloists
The Annual Year 9 Arts Collab showcased the artistic abilities of our Visual Art, Dance, Drama and Music students in one evening of creativity and fun! This year the Drama students presented two highly entertaining plays; ‘Lip Service’ and ‘Bad Auditions by Bad Actors’. The dancers presented their choreography, representing many themes including fame, being envious of others and disloyal friendships. They also raised the Jeffreys Linn Arts Centre roof with a Hip-Hop dance performance inspired by Barbie.
The Visual Arts students exhibited some exquisitely detailed acrylic paintings in the foyer, and three highly talented musicians impressed everyone with their instrumental skills. It was another night dedicated to celebrating our students and their artistic endeavours, allowing them to express themselves in several ways.
The Friends of the Founders committee are delighted to announce that commencing in 2025 the Friends of the Founders community group will be rebranded as the Friends of Saints Girls
The Friends of the Founders was originally formed as the 'Bequest Committee'. In 2010, Old Scholar Noeline Hormann (nee O’Donnell, Kilburn 1952) led a change in name to 'Friends of the Founders Committee', which would reflect the connection back to our Founding Sisters. There was to be a yearly theme and events for Old Scholars, Former Staff and other community members.
In our 130th year, the Committee decided that it would refresh the brand, logo and mission of the Friends of the Founders to appeal to a wider audience of community members and with the aim of increasing attendance at events and further strengthening lifetime friendships and connections from being part of the Saints Girls community.
Friends of Saints Girls are people who love St Peter’s Girls’ School. Whether past parents, Old Scholars, former staff, grandparents or people interested in the School, Friends of Saints Girls honour the Founding Sisters, rejoice in the current School and wish to remain connected to St Peter’s Girls’ School.
Friends of Saints Girls work to enhance and enrich the School for future generations, sharing the vision, courage and generosity of the Founders and all who have enabled St Peter’s Girls to flourish. Anyone with an interest in the School can become a Friend. To become a Friend simply contact the Community Relations Office and provide your current contact details.
Friends of Saints Girls will receive invitations to events to celebrate the School’s history, such as Chapel services, morning teas and light lunches with guest speakers and updates on the latest Saints Girls news. The Friends of Saints Girls welcome new members. Please contact Community Relations on 8334 2200 if you would like to connect.
CASSANDRA
MOORE (NEE JEWELL, PATTESON 1978)
CHAIR, FRIENDS OF SAINTS GIRLS
The Friends of the Arts community group (FOA) is an energetic, welcoming group of parents who contribute in various ways to support our girls and the fabulous Arts faculty.
If you’ve ever bought a drink from the bar at a School production, you’ve seen FOA in action and helped us raise funds to support the incredible Arts programs at Saints Girls.
So far this year, we’ve run the bar at events ranging from the incredible Cabaret Night, ‘Hear Me Roar’, to 'FUSION', the celebration of allthings-performing-arts, to the magical ‘Shakespeare on the Lawns’ that kicked off the year. ‘Ladies’ Movie Night’ took FOA off-site to The Regal Theatre and, once again, this was a great success.
With prizes like VIP tickets to Carols in the Cathedral and Choral Night, not to mention 130th Celebration tickets generously donated by the School and the Movie Night raffle tickets flew out the door!
If you’ve spotted a new Horn in the Development Band, the girls’ framed art in the Arts foyer, mic packs for performers, new drum-carrying cases or
dance mats, you know what your last bar purchase went towards! Justifying that second Kit Kat is easy when it’s helping purchase fabulous costumes and props for the next performance extravaganza you watch.
FOA is a great way to get to know other parents across year levels, learn more about the many Arts opportunities and give back to the School. New members are welcome anytime. Whether you can help at the bar once a year or want to be more involved, we’d love to have you. Have a chat when you next see us behind the bar, come along to a meeting or reach out to us via Fiona McGregor if you’d like to know more.
KARYN FULLER AND BELINDA O’CALLAGHAN
The 2024/25 rowing season kicked off with the Friends of Rowing Season Opening Picnic. As always, this event was a great opportunity to welcome new and returning families to the Rowing community and look forward to the season ahead. Matilda Powell (Rowing Captain) shared her experience with our new students, delivering a speech where she spoke about the strong sense of community our rowing students shared and the lessons she has learnt from her time rowing.
The event also doubled as an opportunity to christen the School’s newest boat – a single scull from Australian manufacturer Sykes Racing. The boat was named “Hardy” as a homage to one of the teachers who was involved in the School’s original Rowing program formed in 1916! School Chronicles from the time document that the School
formed a Rowing Club in 1916, using boats hired by Mr Ernest Jolley (later of Popeye fame). At first, the program was offered to boarders only before being extended to include day students. The program continued until at least 1918, and we have photos of Old Scholars outside the School in North Adelaide wearing Torrens Rowing Club blazers from the early 1920s. Given that the Australian Women’s Rowing Council (the first national governing body for Women’s sports anywhere in the
The Friends of Sport have been busy this year raising funds and giving back to the girls and the wider School community.
At Swimming Carnival, tattoo sales went off with a BANG! The girls enjoyed seeing how many tattoos they can apply to whatever bare skin they have!
Our Dads’ Night Out, bowling at Tranmere Bowling Club, was the best attended that it’s ever been, this new staple of the Friends of Sport calendar is here to stay. A night of food, friendship and getting to know your fellow Dads (along with bowls and cheap drinks) make this a night not to be missed. Dads, make a note in your diary – 28 February is locked in for 2025.
world) was not formed until 1920, and schoolgirl events were not included in the SA Schools’ Head of the River until 1978, to have formed a Rowing Club in 1916 was truly progressive and a remarkable chapter in the School’s history.
The event was a wonderful opportunity to mark the beginning of the new season and bring our community together.
BRYNLEY MILWARD DIRECTOR OF ROWING
In March we used funds raised to provide a free BBQ to players and supporters
at the Intercol Cricket game against Walford at Kensington Oval. This was a hit, the girls of both teams were grateful for the sausages in bread and drinks after smelling the BBQ cooking during their game! Our Annual Summer Interhouse Meal Deal and Sausage Sizzle at the end of Term 2 was also a great success.
The Sports Day Raffle held at the start of Term 3 raised funds for the community. We used this to provide ribbons for PINK Round, supporting Breast Cancer research, and another free BBQ for netball players and supporters during Winter Interhouse.
The Friends of Sport Committee have earmarked funds for a significant contribution to the new School Gym,
which will give a lasting legacy of the group’s commitment to our girls and the role sports play in their development.
With a number of our committee members retiring at the end of the year, new faces are always welcome. We meet once a term after hours at the School. You can contribute as much or as little as you like – new ideas and helpers greatly appreciated! To register your interest, please contact Fiona McGregor via fmcgregor@stpetersgirls.sa.edu.au.
There was definitely a buzz throughout the School this year as we came together to celebrate 130 years of Saints Girls and 110 years of The Old Scholars’ Association (OSA).
The OSA provided some wonderful opportunities for our Old Scholars to connect including the Generations Breakfast, a Paint and Sip fundraiser, a Health Careers Expo, Interstate reunions in Melbourne, Perth, Sydney and Canberra, and our annual St Peterstide Reunion Dinner which was held on the last day of Term 2 at the Adelaide Pavilion. This was a fabulous event, attended by 143 of our wonderful Old Scholars including 2023 Deputy Head Prefect Ruby Richards (Kilburn) who led us in the singing of the School Song.
A highlight for me this year was the performance of 'Hear Me Roar', a Music concert celebrating 130 years of empowering young women through music. The crowd was mesmerised by 30 of our Old Scholars performing as soloists, instrumentalists and in the Old Scholar Enchanté Choir alongside current students, showcasing their incredible achievements.
Community and connection is at the heart of the OSA. Our shared experiences and the wonderful memories of our time at Saints allow us to connect and be part of a community that is unique, and these events held throughout the year have certainly provided this opportunity.
Thank you to both Megan McCormack and Fiona McGregor for their continued energy and passion for both the Old Scholars and the School community as a whole. Thank you to Anne Daniell for her role as the School’s Archivist for over
As the year draws to a close, we farewell our current Year 12 students and wish them well for their final exams. We look forward to them continuing to be a part of our wonderful School community in the future.
BEC FARQUHAR (SELWYN 1988) OSA PRESIDENT
In June, St Peter’s Girls’ School hosted a Health Careers Expo for Senior School students and invited Years 7 to 9 students to attend during lunchtime. The Expo offered our students invaluable insights into the real-world applications and opportunities within the diverse Health field. By partnering students with community members including Old Scholars, we provided students with access to real world insights into vocational fields to inform these farreaching decisions. Our Old Scholars who are professionals in the Health sector shared their career highlights and journey, shedding light on what is possible for those embarking on a similar path. Their contribution was vital in inspiring and informing our students about the varied and fulfilling career options available in the Health industry.
We would like to thank all our Old Scholars who so willingly gave of their time to share their expertise and to inspire the next generation, including Robin Townsend (nee Penrose, Patteson 1968), Deryn Thompson (nee Anderson, Kilburn 1977), Libby Cullinan (nee Petrucco, Kennion 1990), Sarah Clarke (nee Hocking, Patteson 1994), Emily Lively (nee Williams, Kennion 1995), Emilie Staehr (Patteson 1999), Kim Christo (nee Dooland, Kennion 1999), Kate HepburnBrown (Kilburn 2000), Buu Ha (Kilburn 2004), Frances Robinson (nee Nettle, Selwyn 2006), Isobel Cameron (nee Rosser, Kilburn 2007), Kristin Tee (Kennion 2007), Ellie Bruce (nee Bidstrup, Selwyn 2007), Aakiri Gupta (Kilburn 2008), Courtney Cross (nee Subramaniam, Kennion 2012), Ellana Welsby (Kilburn 2013), Eliza Falconer (Selwyn 2013), Lauren Bischoff (Kennion 2014), Claire Thomas (Selwyn 2016) and Chelsea Marchetti (Patteson 2017).
The annual Georgia Beaton Cup netball game between our Old Scholar and senior student netballers was played on Saturday morning. The Old Scholars’ team represented a range of alumni and were highly competitive on court. This hotly contested match was a real thriller with the Old Scholars emerging victorious for the first time since 2018, the score 35:32. Many thanks to Old Scholar Georgia Beaton (Kennion 2007) for presenting the trophy to the winning team of Old Scholars!
The annual Year 12 Retreat held at the end of Term 2 was once again a valuable opportunity for our Senior students to be inspired by our Old Scholars. Recent graduates were invited to attend an afternoon session to share their post-school journey and impart their words of wisdom about managing the final weeks of Year 12. The students were extremely grateful for the Old Scholars’ insights. Keynote speaker Katie Sarah (nee Scott, Kilburn 1985) talked to the girls about overcoming challenges based on her personal experiences and inspiring adventures. Special thanks to (pictured L to R) Madison Bateman (Kennion 2016), Danielle Thomas (nee Schultz, Selwyn 2011), Olivia Weymouth (Kennion 2012), Charlie Sykes (nee Aykroyd, Kennion 2010) and Chanel Stefani (Selwyn 2018) for sharing your valuable advice, experiences and strategies for success with the girls!
Each year an Old Scholars’ Association Scholarship may be awarded to an external student entering Years 5 to 8 in 2026. The applicant must have a connection to the School through a generational family member having graduated from St Peter’s Girls in the past.
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On Friday 28 June, the Old Scholar community gathered to celebrate its 110th anniversary and the annual St Peterstide celebration.
The day commenced with Old Scholars gathering in the Jeffreys Linn Arts Centre foyer before embarking on a School tour. Following the tour, our guests joined the staff and students in the School Chapel for our St Peterstide Eucharist. It was special to welcome Old Scholars across a range of alumni as well as Sister Linda Mary CSC to assist with the Service.
Celebrations continued at the Annual Reunion Dinner at the Adelaide Pavilion where over 140 Old Scholars enjoyed a memorable evening of fun, friendship and reminiscing. Principal Cherylyn Skewes attended the evening, as did Former Principal Douglas Stott (1976-1996) and his wife
Adrienne. Mayor of Burnside and former staff member Anne Monceaux (nee Harrington, Kennion 1966) also attended.
Old Scholar Association (OSA) President Bec Farquhar (Selwyn 1988) welcomed the OSA community and acknowledged the many guests who had travelled interstate for their special reunion. 2023 Deputy Head Prefect Ruby Richards (Kilburn) made the traditional toast to the School and led guests in a spirited rendition of the School Song.
A reflective video presentation was an entertaining tribute to the featured alumni: 2014, 2009, 2004, 1999, 1994, 1984, 1974, 1964 and 1954. The photo boards and Yearbooks on display also provided an opportunity for memories to be shared. Each of the Old Scholars received a 130 momento pin as a gift to take home.
"Good evening Old Scholars of St Peter’s Girls. Thank you so much for having me here to speak to you all. My name in Ruby Richards, and I was fortunate enough to be Deputy Head Prefect of Saints last year. I wanted to start by revisiting my graduation last year, as I’m sure many of you remember your own event and cherish it fondly. It was at my graduation that I grew nervous for what was ahead of me; beginning university, entering the work force, and navigating my newfound independence were all tasks that at the time I was daunted by. But as I have encountered each of these things, I found myself constantly turning to the core values of the School: courage, creativity and compassion. In doing so, I have discovered that none of these things were as daunting as they originally seemed; in fact, these values have helped me to build up the strength to take on opportunities I never would have dreamed I would encounter.
Amongst the nerves and the sadness I felt at the end of my schooling, I found myself overcome with gratitude. I remember speaking at the assembly with Eleanor Humphrey, the Head Prefect and one of my closest friends to this day, by my side and looking out at all of the people that make up Saints, the faculty, students both in my year level and younger, and I knew then that I would always have a community to turn to.
This sense of connection within Saints is one I am sure all of you feel as well, and something you cherish. It’s not common to have something so precious as an Old Scholars’ community as strong as this one, reinforced by many loved traditions, and the care and love the faculty, parents and past students pour into the School. I believe this stems from the shared sense of gratitude we have. This gratitude is to the School that shaped us all, gave us lifelong friends, and provided us with an unshakeable community of care and support. I see tonight as an opportunity for us all to reflect on our beautiful friendships from School, and the support system we will always have in one another, through our shared privilege of being a Saints Girl."
We are honoured to have Old Scholar Lorna Henstridge (nee Paterson, Selwyn 1932) as a treasured member of the St Peter’s Girls’ community! On Thursday 6 June 2024 Lorna celebrated her 110th birthday, making her Australia’s oldest living woman!
Lorna’s incredible journey exemplifies wisdom, grace, and the richness of a life well-lived. Her guiding philosophy 'Keep interested in what you’re doing, be active, and keep doing something new all the time for both you and other people'.
In the weeks leading up to her milestone birthday, it was our privilege to spend cherished moments with Lorna, reflecting on the wonderful memories from her time at the School and celebrating the legacy she continues to embody. Her enduring spirit and unwavering enthusiasm serve as an inspiration to us all.
You are a true treasure, Lorna, and we are immensely grateful for the wisdom and joy you continue to share with us.
We were thrilled to announce that two of our Old Scholars were selected to compete at the Paris Olympics in July 2024. Olympia Aldersey (Kennion 2011) was selected in the Australian Olympic Rowing Team to compete in the Women’s Four. This was her third Olympic Games after competing in Rio 2016 and Toyko 2020.
What an incredible effort by Olympia and the ultimate reward for her years of dedication, focus and commitment.
Sophie Linn (Patteson 2012) was selected in the Australian Triathlon Team. Sophie raced in the women's and mixed relay triathlon events.
Congratulations to Olympia and Sophie for competing on the world stage! The Saints Girls community are so proud of you both!
A small group of 1965 Old Scholars have been meeting for about eight years. The group meet every couple of months for either coffee or lunch and go to a cafe, a park or to one of their homes.
Pictured L to R: Di Trethewie (Kilburn), Deirdre Warnes (nee Herriot, Selwyn), Susan Taylor (Kilburn), Janet Lothian (nee Asche, Patteson), Sue Longstaff (nee Bolt, Kilburn); standing behind, Sally Gall (nee O’Brien, Kilburn), Judith Jaensch (Selwyn) and Helen Burdon (Kilburn).
When St Peter’s Girls first began, there were no School uniforms. It wasn’t until the 1910s that a School uniform was introduced; a longsleeved white blouse, a mid-calf length navy skirt and a plain tie in mid-blue or navy. A gem hat (like a boater) was worn from 1912, with a wide navy band and a large silver School badge pinned on it. Small cardboard cases were common.
In 1917 a French navy woollen blazer was introduced, featuring the School motto ‘Beati Mundo Corde’ in silver/ white and blue on the pocket. Dark gloves were part of the look. By the early 1920s the broad-brimmed hat and navy tunic replaced the skirt, with a winter felt hat introduced in 1926. The late 1920s brought a stylish curved straw summer hat with a silver badge.
In 1936 there was a complete change of colour with the introduction of a lovely Oxford blue for tunics, blazers and hatbands. Ties initially changed to broad blue with narrow white/black stripes, while beige stockings and brown strap shoes became the norm.
The first summer uniform was dark blue with a white collar, evolving to royal blue in the 1940s. By 1948, a beige linen summer dress was introduced; however, it was too easily soiled and creased so a blue and white check dress with white piping replaced it in the late 1950s. This style lasted until 1973 when the check and cut altered. In 1969, a Breton
hat made its debut, eventually replaced by a wider sun hat.
The winter uniform remained unchanged for many decades. The blazer pocket featured ‘Pro Ecclesia Dei’ in 1955, and House colours were sewn onto blazers for achievers. The School jumper was royal blue with a white stripe near the V-neckline, cuffs and waist. Brown lace-up shoes were popular from the mid-1940s. In 1956 the royal blue woollen beret replaced the broad-brimmed felt winter hat. Junior School students wore socks and Senior School students wore beige 60 denier stockings.
Brown sandals started to appear in the late 1970s. Gloves, winter berets and pantihose were abandoned at various stages in the late 1980s and the 1990s. Year 12 students in the 1990s could wear a white jumper with a blue stripe near the V-neckline and a royal blue skirt. They could also order a top with their cohort's names on the back.
Prefects’ uniforms changed over the decades too. Starting in 1912, they wore a white hatband with a blue stripe and a large silver hat badge. By 1925, the hatband featured white stripes, and prefects had a ‘P’ on their blazer pockets, along with a blue enamel ‘P’ badge on their ties. In 1949 skirts became part of the uniform, and in 1956, a white rosette was on their berets. From the 1960s to the 1980s, they wore a striped prefect tie without the black stripe. In 2012 Prefects wore white blazers and white jumpers for the first time.
The first sports uniform debuted in 1914, featuring navy colours. By 1921, the girls wore a navy tunic with a broad blue stripe or plain navy option, paired with a long-sleeved white blouse, School tie, dark stockings and white sandshoes (later switched to brown). A broad headband was also seen in hockey photos from 1928. There was some variation in the colour of the sports tunic as photos from 1932 to 1934 show it as a light blue. The A and B tennis teams could wear a white blazer from 1930, and the girls excelling in tennis, hockey or basketball were entitled to have ‘T’, ‘H’, and ‘B’ embroidered on their regular School blazer. From 1945 to 1950, members of the A hockey team could wear blue and white sports ‘girdles’ around their waists.
The 1950s brought significant changes. In 1951 a royal blue one-piece sports dress with a divided skirt, featuring a white or House colour strip on the pocket and a House girdle, was worn along with brown socks and brown sandshoes. A and B tennis team members enjoyed white blazers with blue
embroidery, white tennis dresses, and matching sandshoes and socks. Other sports team members could wear a white jumper if they were in the A or B teams. In 1965, a new sports dress was introduced for all students, featuring House colours on the pocket and side pleats, along with a House girdle. This uniform remained until 1975, when girls were allowed to swap out the brown sandshoes.
In 1976, a sleeveless white sports top with royal blue trim and collar was introduced, paired with blue culottes. Squash girls wore a white skirt from 1974 to 1977. Starting in 1978, Junior School students had a sports dress with a rounded neck in House colours. In 1988, Seniors had a badge on their sports tops, which had sleeves and a darker blue trim by 1991. The uniform included royal blue and navy windcheaters, track pants, bike pants, and modern white sports shoes, often with long royal blue socks.
To usher in the Millennium of 2000, there was a complete revision of the School uniform and sports uniform, with the current summer and winter uniforms being introduced along with new synthetic sports uniforms. The sports top had a distinctive rounded design in white, blue and silver, accompanied by blue culottes. There were also sports tops in House colours. In 2013 the House sports tops had a different design, with some vertical stripes. Over the past decade, lots of different sports have had their own uniforms; for example, rowing has a zoot suit, and a more recently introduced sport, AFL football, has a distinctive uniform. School sunhats and polos in various styles have been worn by our ELC children since 2009.
ANNE DANIELL SCHOOL ARCHIVIST
When were you a staff member at Saints Girls?
I was a staff member at Saints Girls from 1983-2014.
What was your main role at the School?
I had various roles at School including Co-head of Senior School for three years, Senior English Teacher, Head of Kilburn and Year 12 Co-ordinator.
What subjects did you teach?
I taught English in Senior School.
What co-curricular activities were you involved in at Saints?
The Co-curricular activities I was involved with included Tennis, Squash, Cricket, Soccer and Debating.
What was one of the key highlights of your time at Saints?
Highlights of my time at Saints Girls: All three squash teams (grades A, B and C) winning the premiership one year in the 1990s. When any Year 12 student achieved a Merit in English.
What have you been doing since leaving Saints Girls? What I do now? A lot of cryptic crosswords! I also do volunteer work at Mount Osmond Golf Club and for Meals on Wheels. I also play a lot of golf!
Who do you keep in touch with from Saints?
I see several staff members each year at the Former Staff Lunch.
What did you enjoy most about teaching at Saints? What I liked most about teaching at Saints was the friendly staff and enthusiastic co-operative students.
What are your current interests and hobbies?
My current interest and hobbies include playing golf, reading, crosswords and spending time with my four year old grandson.
Our Community Relations Manager, Megan McCormack (nee Walker, Kilburn 1986), farewelled Saints Girls on October 31 2024. Megan’s daughter Tilly McCormack (Kilburn 2020) is also an Old Scholar.
Megan has worked at St Peter’s Girls’ School for over 12 years as the Old Scholar Liaison Officer and has been a passionate advocate for Saints Girls. She has been outstanding in the development and growth of our Old Scholar community engagement program and enjoyed welcoming new families to the School as an integral part of the Enrolments Team in recent years.
Megan will continue to support Saints Girls as a member of the Old Scholars’ Council and Friends of the Founders’ Committee and we look forward to seeing her at Saints Girls in the future. We wish Megan every success in her new role as College Registrar at Rostrevor College in 2025.
We note the sad passing of Dianne Burge OAM, OLY, former staff member of our School and parent of an Old Scholar.
Di Burge was an amazing sprint athlete, representing Australia at the 1964 Tokyo Olympic Games, the 1966 Commonwealth Games (winning 3 Gold Medals) and the 1968 Mexico City Olympics. She held many Commonwealth, Australian and State sprint records. She is in Athletics SA Hall of Fame and was named SA’s Athlete of the Century.
Di was on our staff in the 1970s and was a warm and caring woman, and the staff and students loved her. She was a wonderful contributor to School Athletics. The trophy for the fastest 100m runner at IGSSA Athletics is named in her honour.
Di’s daughter Jane Hoffman (nee Burge, Kennion 1996) was also a Teacher at Saints Girls.
Many of our Former Staff gathered for lunch on 31 July to celebrate another year of collegiality and connection.
We experienced another wonderful day, catching up on the latest news from Saints and each other.
This year we had the privilege of hearing from former student Emma Smerdon (nee Bailey, Patteson 2009) who is currently the Head of Middle School. Emma is an excellent speaker, and she really engaged with the audience. Many present in the room taught Emma during her student days at Saints and had fond memories of that time. It was a bonus to hear Emma recall student life. She acknowledged that what she learnt at School certainly stood her in good stead for where she is now and her success as an individual, employee, parent and wife. She adored her thank you gift of Australian native flowers gathered from the garden of Robyn Page. Robyn was Head of Middle School when Emma was in Middle School. Emma shared:
“When people ask, ‘Why Saints? What makes it so special?’, my answer is fundamentally simple and easy. It is the community, the sense of home that stepping onto the grounds each day brings. For years, research from the likes of Hattie has shown that teacher efficacy, teacher ability to estimate student achievement, and teacher credibility are factors with some of the largest influencing effects on student outcomes. This holds true at Saints, where I can confidently say the staff, both teachers and everyone else who make things happen at Saints, go above and beyond to build genuine connections with each girl and her family.”
The Republic provided a delicious lunch with a beautifully printed (blue and white) menu, and May Mazurek’s camellias were stunning and beautifully arranged on the tables by Chris Mendo.
Our Raffle was a hit and Siony Gardiner won the main prize for the second year in a row!
We were privileged to have Belinda Mears (Director of Marketing, Communications and Advancement) join us for dessert, and she very generously presented everyone with a ‘Saints 130’ Badge. This gesture was very much appreciated.
We hope to celebrate once again on 30 July 2025 and look forward to seeing many former staff again.
I would like to thank our dedicated committee - Judy Lovett (Chair) Cassandra Moore, Robyn Page, Heather McInnes, Vicky Charlton and Belinda Rosser who have taken the time to co-ordinate this event each year.
HEATHER MCINNES COMMITTEE MEMBER
Our School Archivist Anne Daniell (nee Crisp, Kennion 1969) finishes work late this year. Anne’s aunts, Eileen and Peggy Crisp (Kennion 1936 and 1938), attended our old School at Kermode Street, and Anne’s daughter Katherine Daniell (Kennion 1999) is also an Old Scholar.
Anne has worked at St Peter’s Girls for 34 years, as a Librarian in the Senior Library and as a contract
English and History Teacher in the Senior School, but for most of the time has been the curator of our School Museum. She has catalogued and conserved thousands of items (documents, uniforms and other memorabilia) and has cheerfully done much research work for staff, students and other members of the community.
Junior School classes, in particular, have enjoyed visits to the Museum
and learning about our unique School history. Anne has created photo displays for many important School and Old Scholar events over the years, and her proofing skills have been utilised for School publications.
Anne has appreciated the support that Old Scholars and staff have given to the Museum. As a long time member of the Old Scholars’ Council (formerly a President and still the Secretary) and the Friends of the Founders committee, she continues to support Saints Girls. Happy retirement, Anne!
The Friends of the Founders' Morning Tea event was held on Wednesday 30 October in the School Chapel where our guest speaker, Former Staff member Heather McInnes presented an engaging and informative talk about the introduction of our current School uniform in 2000. In 1998, Heather chaired the Uniform Committee consisting of staff, parents, students and Old Scholars who were instrumental in the design and launch of a new uniform for St Peter’s Girls’ School. This uniform is proudly worn today by our students after 24 years. A delicious morning tea was enjoyed on the Chapel lawns.
The Old Scholars’ Sydney Reunion was held on Saturday 22 June at The Oaks Hotel, Neutral Bay. This annual lunch is a fabulous opportunity for our Sydney based Old Scholars to reconnect and catch up on all the Saints Girls news. It was lovely to see so many familiar faces as well as some new ones as we celebrated 110 years of the OSA.
Our Canberra based Old Scholars gathered for a reunion lunch at the Hellenic Club on Saturday 29 June. The ladies had a lovely afternoon catching up.
E. Congratulations to Dr Susanne Nicholson (Kennion 2007) on her recent engagement to Mr Christopher Luong.
A. Dr Victoria Sainsbury (Kilburn 2006) married Elizabeth Holly Probert on July 20 2024, in the Bodleian Libraries, University of Oxford. Old Scholars Karen Bridges (Kennion 2006), Alexandra Strickland (Kilburn 2006) and Joey Beare (Kennion 2006) were amongst the bridal party.
B. Congratulations to Kate Lynch (nee Williamson, Kennion 1999) and Richard Lynch on the birth of their daughter, Rose Madeleine Lynch, born June 2024. A brother to William.
C. Congratulations to Tori Moore (Patteson 2009) and Henry on the birth of their son, Hamish Edward Donald Warnecke, born 5 April 2024. A younger brother to Matilda.
D. Congratulations to Fiona Swift (nee Sykes, Kilburn 2001) on the birth of her son, James Alexander Swift, born 1 February 2023. A grandson for Liz Sykes (nee Orchard, Kilburn 1970).
Mary Lawson (nee Coles, Patteson 1946)
Beverley Trethewie (Kilburn 1965)
Margaret Sando (nee Rogasch, Selwyn 1944)
Debbie Foy (nee Stillwell, Kennion 1971)
Kara Davy (nee Marsden, Kennion 1977)
Dianne Burge OAM, OLY (Former Staff)
Helen Schlenk (Former Staff)
Mary Beasley AM (nee Fox, Kilburn 1949) first S.A. Commissioner for Equal Opportunity
Di Trethewie (Kilburn 1965) Sister
Lisa Jarrett (Kilburn 1997) Aunt
Jane Hoffman (nee Burge, Kennion 1996) Mother
Julie Blake (nee Crowhurst, Patteson 1986) Father
Deirdre Crowhurst (nee Woodard, Patteson 1962) Husband
Cassandra Moore (nee Jewell, Patteson 1978) Mother
Tori Moore (Patteson 2009) Grandmother
Katrina Lyne (Patteson 2003) Mother
Alison Lyne (Patteson 2006) Mother
Suellen Sobels (nee Lyne, Patteson 2007) Mother
Elizabeth Russell (nee Lyne, Patteson 2007) Mother
Lynda Williams (Kennion 1992) Mother
Jayne Williams (Kennion 1988) Mother
Anne and Trevor Daniell
Paul Shillabeer
Andrea Gordon
Mrs L A Graves
Mrs M Barr
Mr R A Neill
Elizabeth Shillabeer
Peter and Karen Walls
Mr D J and Mrs K M Blight
Mr L R Curyer (Leigh)
Mr M A and Mrs J L
Norman
Mr J S and Mrs T N Fahey
Amelia & Oliver Porter
Mr D I and Mrs K J Venning
Mr W J and Ms S L McAuliffe
Dr T L Gray
Mr B O C and Mrs K L Goldsmith
Mr D S and Mrs S L Croston-Melling
Dr M De Silva and Mrs C Karunaratne
Dr V Chellaboina and Dr D R Dampanaboina
Mr P J de Wit and Ms R L Farquhar
Mr K Tsang and Ms K Ho
Dr R F Casse
Mr G W Hocking and Ms A R Meeks
Mr G G and Mrs M R Jones
Mr D Chessell and Dr J Arnold
Mr C A and Mrs P J M
Knowles
Dr M Ling and Dr C Sam
Mr M and Mrs M Perrone
Mr C P and Mrs M R Buttignol
Mr L and Mrs V Chassiotis
Mr G J Piantedosi
Mr C and Mrs C J Pyne
Dr J E and Dr K V Christo
Mr S R Barlow and Dr C M Croser-Barlow
Mr B Chong
Mr R F and Mrs L N Tulloch
Dr L Chettimada and Dr P Kotera Venugopal
Prof A and Mrs B Yawson
Mr B and Mrs K Lucas
Mr L D and Mrs B J Bartter
Mr M D and Mrs A Francis
Mr J and Mrs M Capobianco
Mr J J and Mrs T L Begley
Mr T R Piper and Ms M E Fairbrother
Mr K Wong and Mrs S Peng
Mr R W W and Mrs S J Forby
Mr G Qu and Mrs X Li
Dr G R Lowry and Dr C J Marlow
Kay Collas
Mrs C A Sykes
Ms M A Cooper AM
Ann Gorey
Mr S and Mrs A Moro
We are immensely grateful to all the generous donors who have contributed to our School Foundation by making a tax-deductible donation. The donors made contributions between 1 June 2024 and 31 October 2024. Your support is greatly appreciated and makes a significant difference in the lives of our students.
Mr X Lu and Mrs X Geng
Mr S R and Mrs J McCabe
Mr S P Wright and Ms S K Nicolson
Dr A W Begg
Mr N and Mrs I Tolley
Mr K Hii and Ms M Ting
Dr G R and Mrs D K Parker
Dr J P and Dr S Zurauskas
Mr X Lu and Mrs S Yuan
Mr A Odhavji and Dr J Murad
Mr H J Purvis and Ms M E Baker
Mr M A and Mrs K J Cramp
Mrs J K Christo-Gosse
Mr B N and Mrs C H J Wilson
Mr R B and Mrs K Moser
Dr E and Mrs E S L Cleland
Mr S R and Mrs H D Jeffrey
Dr M I Ruknuddeen and Dr R Z Ishaq
Mr S and Mrs J Adams
Mr D Hermann and Ms Y Marchant
Mr A C and Mrs M N Keough
Dr A and Dr K Fuller
Mr Z and Mrs S Rana
Mr J Park and Mrs W Liu
Mr M Do and Ms K Yuen
Dr M Stokes and Dr M Mauro
Mr C M Linke and Ms L S Zwaans
Mr J and Mrs F A Besir
Mr B Weidenbach and Dr L Bower
Mr J and Mrs S L Cox
Mr T C and Mrs K J Richardson
Mr S S and Mrs T Matthews
Dr J and Mrs M Morton
Mr C Yang and Ms Z Chen
Dr E Teo and Dr N Phan
Dr P Stavrou and Dr C Psevdos
Mr A Samaraweera and Ms R U Fernando
Mr D G and Dr M R Forster
Mr J and Mrs L M Singh
Mr J Patrick and Dr J Chen
Mr M Wu and Mrs J Wang
Mr H Gong and Mrs Y Liao
Mr Q Liu and Ms Y Chen
Mr R and Mrs K Powell
Mr A and Mrs A Bhatt
Mr G N Beaumont and Prof
J M Dodd
Mr M Boase and Ms Z Yu
Mr N and Mrs I Oakes
Mr J Kim and Ms M Park
Dr C Xu and Ms S Zhou
Mr J K Docherty and Mrs Z
M Tomanis Docherty
Mr N Zhao and Ms D Zhu
Mr L Shi and Ms J Wang
Mr J Zhao and Mrs Y Li
Mr D Vincent Daniel and Ms
G R Samiya
Mr Y Khoo and Mrs G Ng
Mr B P and Mrs K N May
Mr P and Mrs A Baker
Mr X Zhu and Mrs Y Shen
Mr C Van Niekerk and Ms
D Abbas
Mr C N and Dr H C Polley
Mr S Olesen and Ms Y Zhang
Prof Q Shi and Mrs J Hu
Mr I Khoo and Ms H Kam
Dr A Roy and Dr S Jena
Mr R Wang and Miss W Lu
Mr M and Mrs S Ricciuto
Mr Y Gu and Mrs F Miao
Ms C Liao
Dr M Kullegowda Kanigere
and Dr R Chowdlu
Vijaykumar
Mr T Jayasinghe and Mrs A Udugala
Mr P J Brooks and Ms A K Seppelt
Mr P Zhang and Ms Y Wang
Mr H Zou and Ms Y Huang
Mr H Qu and Ms H Li
Mr C R and Ms A T C Alexander
Dr R and Mrs A Fassina
Mr X Huang and Mrs Q Xu
Dr J Park and Ms M Lee
Mr J Gapes and Mrs S Cranston
Dr M and Mrs K Ramesh
Mr L and Mrs J Howes
Mr B M Trengove
Dr Y Han and Mrs H Wang
Mr P H and Dr A Charleson
Mr G D and Mrs S A Mittiga
Mr C Pan and Ms B Zhang
Dr J S and Mrs E Badlani
Mr F Wang and Ms X Zhou
Mr K R and Mrs K J Bigg
Mr Z Zhang and Ms A Fu
Mr M and Mrs A M Mesisca
Mr J Ran
Mr A W Roberts and Mrs C Valmorbida
Mr B and Mrs J Sayers
Mr H Tian and Mrs Y Guo
Mr R Rezvani and Ms S S Khalili
Mr M Ng
Mr S W and Mrs N J Douglas
Mr P Hanisch and Mrs Y Yang
Mr C W and Mrs J Sinclair
Mr J Shao and Mrs Y Rong
Dr T T and Ms N B Huynh
Mr D Ding and Mrs L Tang
Mr S F Mitchell and Ms R
E Elliott
Mr A and Mrs J Papageorgiou
Mr A J Willson and Ms M Yang
Mr M J & Mrs J Curry
Mr T Zhang and Mrs W Sun
Mr G E Oborn and Ms S J Keil
Dr S and Mrs H Perera
Mr N and Dr M R Balogh
Mr M and Mrs M Layton
Prof D F Lemmings and Dr C I Walker
Mr M P Yates and Ms K J Edwards
Mr Y Li (Lee)
Mr Y Li and Mrs J Shao
Mrs L Gariglio
Mr C M and Mrs K Y Overton
Mr C M H and Mrs C E Birdsey
Mr A Buhagiar and Mrs C Panuccio
Mr J and Mrs S Hogarth
Prof A M Ma-Wyatt
Mr Z Zhu and Ms Y Zhou
Mr M Abslom and Ms P A Croser
Dr J and Mrs M Bament
Mr C Chan and Mrs S Ng
Mr J and Mrs L J Gu
Mr A and Mrs J Will
Mr F Lee and Mrs C Wong
Mr H Nguyen
Dr R P and Dr R C Battye
Dr W Hui and Mrs K Lau
Ms Q Tian
Mr P Choi and Mrs Y Chan
Prof S M and Mrs M E Brierley
Mr M Z Y Chua and Ms W Foo
Copyworld
Mr B Chen and Miss H Zhou
Mr X Chen and Ms Y Li
Mr W Li and Mrs J Wang
Mr T Phan and Mrs T Vo
Mr W Wang and Ms J Zhang
Mr D and Mrs M Conti
Dr J L Paltridge and Mrs S L Jiang
Mrs S Woon
Mr S Dong and Mrs B Gong
Mr J Wu and Mrs W Wang
Mr J Li and Mrs L Gao
Mr E and Mrs G Richards
Mr G Xu and Mrs H Li
Mr F Xu
Mr E A and Mrs G S Holloway
Dr Y and Mrs R Edirisinghe
Mr Y Yin and Mrs D Wu
Mr W Shen
Dr H Chen and Mrs Z Li
Mr Z Huang
Dr A Salmachi and Mrs Z Yarmohammadtooski
Mr J P and Mrs A L Richardson
Mr F Chen and Mrs C Xiong
Mr X Li and Mrs X Dou
Ms R I Sturt
Mr D R McOmish and Mrs R E Yorston
Mr L Zhang and Mrs J Gao
Mr B Chen and Mrs Y Yu
Mr S R Jang and Mrs R M Antonio-Jang
Mr A T and Mrs A T Doan
Mr T Xia and Mrs Q She
Dr A V and Dr R L Manudhane
Mr C and Dr A Barnes
Mr R Bembridge and Ms K Beckman
Mr T and Mrs D Kristoris
Mr X Deng and Ms Q Li
Mr H Kao
Mr S Miao and Mrs A Yang
Mr G Cui and Mrs R Niu
Mr J Du and Mrs Q Zhang
Mr D and Mrs K Howes
Mr L B and Mrs J L Desai
Mr P and Mrs R Green
Mr R and Mrs L Miller
Ms H Wang
Ms Hongxia Wang
Mr S Qi
Mr T and Ms J Roberts
Mr F Liu and Ms N Li
Mr X Fan and Mrs C Wei
Mr B J Symons and Ms B E Devries
Mr X Zhao
Mr L Fu
Mr M and Mrs H Norman
Mr B Liu and Mrs J Ye
Mr S Lim and Mrs S Tio
Mr Y Fu and Mrs L Zhao
Mr A and Mrs M CaldicottChan
Mr P Yu and Mrs X Wang
Mr W Xiao and Ms T Tan
Mr H M Mohammad and Mrs S Akhter
Mr P Su
Mr Y Xu
Mr S Lau and Ms Y Leung
Mr I Zeng and Mrs S Xu
Mr S Xin and Mrs H Song
Mr T Chu and Mrs P S Wong
Mr M J and Mrs K E Slade
Dr S and Mrs S Greenwood
Mr L and Ms L Zhang
Ms J L Chapman
Mr M and Mrs K White
Mr N and Mrs N HumzyHancock
Mr H Zheng and Mrs C Liu
Mr J Yuan and Mrs S Lu
Mr Z Liu and Mrs L Yu
Mr H Xiao and Mrs Q Ai
Mr C K and Mrs E J Shipway
Mr X Zhang and Mrs X Pan
Mr S D and Mrs D R
McBeath
Dr S Kumar and Mrs S Kaba
Mrs C Clinch-Jones
Mr G G Xu and Mrs D D P
Zhang
Mr K Zheng and Mrs W Luo
Mr L Lu
Former Staff Community Group
