Reunions OLD BOYS IN MELBOURNE

A cohesive group attended a gathering at the iconic Savage Club in Melbourne on 12 August. Attendees included Old Boys living in Melbourne, some that had travelled from New South Wales and WA and, for the first time, we were delighted to have TC past and current fathers come along to the event, including Mike Cartwright and Greg Hortle. The Old Boys year groups were from the Class of 1958 (Michael Gartland) to the Class of 2021 (Rafael Sitorus) and it was clear very early in the evening that a 63-year age difference is no barrier when you have a shared connection of Trinity College and CBC Perth.

The group commenced with refreshments followed by an address by TOBA President, Dion Smith (’87). Dion updated the group on the progress of the College and all things TC/TOBA.

The conversation and laughter flowed freely and, sadly, the evening slipped away rapidly.

It was heart-warming to see classmates from the Class of 1969; Terry Nolan, Tibor Puhl and Frank Veltman surprised and delighted to reunite at the event.

The ‘Come with Strength and Vigour’ trophy for the highest attendance at a TOBA event goes to the Class of 1987 with five attendees. Several members of the group continued at a nearby venue for a nightcap and late-night banter. We sincerely thank those that travelled interstate to attend this event. We love your commitment! Special mention goes to stalwart, Gerard Whitely (’80) for attending all the Melbourne reunions to date – you are a legend! Huge thanks also to Steven Yovich (’75) for referring us to The Savage Club. It was a wonderful night shared by a unique and terrific bunch of men.