NEWS OF OLD BOYS Stuart Menzies (OTG 1985–92) and his wife Julia are loving life in country Victoria with their three children, son Tom and twin girls Goldie and Georgia. They own and operate two Grill’d Healthy Burger restaurants in Geelong.
Eric Peck at his Graduation
Eric Peck (OTG 2002–07) has had a very busy 12 months due to his second deployment with the RAAF. He has also completed his MBA and recently spoke at the ANZAC Service at Flowerdale.
Congratulations to Simon Moss (OTG 1995–00) and his wife Rachel on the arrival of Alexander Rodham Hills-Moss in May. Simon is still very much involved with Global Citizen, which he co-founded, and is based in New York. Alexander Rodham Hills-Moss
Nick Pearce (OTG 2006–11) was recently presented with the Victorian Young Achiever Award for Leadership for his dedication to the homeless. In 2015, Nick co-founded the HoMie streetwear store in Brunswick Street, Fitzroy, where all proceeds go to the homeless. If you would like to know more, please visit homie.com.au
Sophie and Joe Nicolson
Alistair Nicolson (OTG 1988–93) and his wife Kate welcomed the safe arrival of twins, Sophie Kaye and Joe Thomas, in June. Andrew Gilmour (OTG 1943–44) is celebrating 35 years volunteering at Vision Australia. Andrew started recording talking books then broadcasting them on 3RPH. He also ran a day care centre in Heidelberg for 10 years and was one of the initial trainers when audio descripton was first introduced to this country. He was the first to audio describe an opera and more recently a ballet performance. He now provides proofreading for braille books – a very busy retirement! Richard Harrison (OTG 1977–80) recently participated in the Audi Hamilton Island Race Week. His team, on yacht Debonnaire, had some success, including in Division 3 racing; they also won the highly coveted Prix d’legance for ‘best presented yacht and crew’.
Richard Harrison - second from left
Nick Pearce (in the middle) at the HoMie store
Rob Smead (OTG 1951–59) recalls his time at Trinity fondly. Rob and his late brother Warwick Smead (OTG 1951–61) were Scouts with 2nd Kew – Trinity’s Own. Their Scout Master at that time was the late Norm Johnston. The members of the 2nd Kew were involved in various roles at the 1956 Melbourne Olympics. Rob’s family were great supporters of Trinity and his late father Roy was involved with Parents and Friends, and School Council; he also helped, alongside other members of the Trinity Community, to set up the Old Trinity Football Club. 24
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Congratulations and all the best to Josh Gibson (OTG 1996–01) on his retirement after an incredible career with the North Melbourne Football Club and at the Hawthorn Football Club where he won three premierships, and was two time recipient of the Peter Crimmins Medal (Best and Fairest), as well as an All Australian (2015). OTG Footy Tipping Competition: With only the finals to go, at time of writing, it is a very close race to the finishing line with ‘Bagstowin’ ahead by two on 136 points. Thanks to all OTGs who have participated. The competition will be back in 2018 – you are welcome to register early at footytips.com.au/comps/otgtipping