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Volume 33 Acknowledgements Editor Renae Nolan Sub-Editor Jen McGie Graphic Design emerystudio Printing FRP Printing Photography James Braund, Chris Magee Photography, Mojo Photography, Ross Henderson, Lauren Marks, Helen McIntosh 1 From the Principal 33 3 Premier’s VCE Awards 4 Mackinnon Wing refurbishment 5 Oliver family honoured 6 Fitness Centre 9 Old Collegian Eliza Sewell 10 Old Collegian Tom Lang 11 Year 12 student Rory Elliott 12 King Island 14 Staff Profile: Greg Ashman 15 Year 10 student Lauren Gingell 16 Mathematics at the JS 18 Reflection on co-education 19 Old Collegian Zoe Creelman 20 Vale Old Collegian Elsie Morison 21 SS Play 23 Rowing 26 Sport 28 Auxiliaries 30 Gifts to Clarendon 32 Old Collegians News 41 Annual Giving Scholarship Fund 42 Reunions ­ twitter.com/clarendontweet ­ facebook.com/ballaratclarendoncollege

1From thePrincipalDavid ShepherdBallarat Clarendon College is Accolades for our highest academic performancesan exceptional school. Every day, should be celebrated. The Premier’s VCE Awardsin every interaction I have with pay tribute to those students who havestudents, with staff, with parents, completed their VCE studies with distinction.­I am reminded of that fact. Five of the 289 students who were recognised­ for exceptional VCE performances in 2015 were The energy and the rhythm is felt from the first from Ballarat Clarendon College. drop-in session or training of a morning, from­ the rigour and intensity of class across the day And it’s not just in the VCE performances­ or the passion of a well-fought down-ball game that we see the results of hard work and effort.­ during recess, to the curtain call of rehearsal In March, following the release of the 2015 or the last note of a soiree. Our students and NAPLAN performances on the MySchool website, our teachers are hard at work, driven by their The Age reported on schools which had continued determination, their persistence and their passion to improve their NAPLAN. Ballarat Clarendon to achieve their heart’s desire. College was one of those schools. We were­ the number one school in country Australia and the Our graduating class of 2015 once again reflected number one open entry co-educational school­ that determination, persistence and passion.­ in Australia. Stanley Rabinowitz, General Manager The students’ extraordinary achievements are the for Assessment at ACARA, acknowledged that, result of their smart, hard work and disciplined ‘Something good is going on in these schools… effort and the smart, hard work, disciplined effort We believe gains of this magnitude are significant.’ and enduring support of their families and our staff. An ATAR score of above 90 is an extraordinary result – one which places the student in the top 10% of the nation. Of the 2015 cohort, 68 students or 49% achieved that result. More significantly,­ 18 of those achieved an ATAR above 98. Our Duces, Sarah Robinson, 2015 School Captain, and Christopher Darveniza, both achieved 99.90.­ With 32% of all Study Scores over 40, Clarendon was once again the best regional school in Victoria and the seventh school overall with­ a median Study Score of 37. Smart, hard work­ and disciplined effort.

2 Volume 33Cited in the article, my comment focused on the Top Year 10 student Henry Wrightdevelopment of expert teaching staff and­ Bottom Year 11 student Keyu An (centre)the importance of specialist Maths and Scienceteachers in our Junior School. Our expectations­ again travel to the UK and, in 2016, will attend the prestigious­for what is possible are high. We believe that­ The Telegraph Festival of Education at Wellington College before visitingwith a strong, documented curriculum, with the various faculties at Cambridge University. Middle School students willcareful selection of evidence-based instructional compete in the World Scholars Cup – the regional round being held­practices and with direct and explicit feedback in Adelaide and the global round in Bangkok. And, of course, the­around performances, students will achieve far PNG Program stands as testament to the hard work, persistence andbeyond what they believe is possible. disciplined effort of many people over many years to support the­ Milne Bay community. Building capacity, improving practice and pursuinghigh performance learning drives our work in all We are an exceptional school. Exceptional because our reason forareas of College life. To be aspirational, to strive for being, our work, our focus is the growth and achievement of everyexcellence is equally evident on stage, in an student. We work to support students to determine ambitious andensemble, on a team, in a boat. Hard, smart work achievable goals and to embrace challenges; we work to supportand disciplined effort is respected and acknowledged. students to believe that with hard, smart work, persistence, disciplinedIn 2016, in recognition of his exceptional effort and appropriate support, they can make optimum progress incommitment as Director of Rowing, the Board­ whatever they choose to do in life.will name a boat in honour of Ross Henderson.Ross Henderson (1988) – the youngest of the fourHendersons to attend College, Sue (1981), Richard(1983) and Fiona (1986) – commenced in Year 5­in 1981. As a student, Ross launched his rowingcareer in Year 9 following in the footsteps of hisbrother and sister. He was a fierce competitor androwed in the 10ths, 5ths and the Ists comingsecond in the Head of the Lake twice. Ross workedat the Victorian Institute of Sport in the RowingDepartment under the guidance of Noel Donaldson,best known as the coach of the ‘OarsomeFoursome’, before joining the staff at College­in 2000. Ballarat Clarendon College aspires to be aworld-class school – a school where every studentis encouraged and supported to be aspirational,­to strive for excellence, to achieve their potential.­We work to support students to believe that, withproper instruction, support and coaching andwith hard work and effort, they can make optimumprogress in whatever they choose to do in life.­In 2016, for the first time, 17 Year 10 and Year 11students will undertake a two-week residential‘Summer Challenge’ program at Boston University.Studying with students from across the United Statesand the world, our students will completeseminars ranging from Law, Infectious Diseasesand Journalism to the Chemistry of Medicine,Computer Science and Nutrition. Students will

3Outstanding Chloe Bykersma with hersuccess at Premier’s VCE AwardPremier’sVCE AwardsFive Ballarat Clarendon Collegestudents were recognised fortheir outstanding academicresults at this year’s Premier’sVCE Awards.Chloe Bykersma, who is currently in Year 12, alongwith Rowena McKindlay, Ellen Robertson, SarahRobinson and Theveen Tellambura, who completedYear 12 last year, all received accolades for theirtop scores in VCE subjects. Sarah, who was Co-Dux with ChristopherDarveniza in 2015, was also one of 26 students inthe State to receive a Top All-Round Award at thePremier’s VCE Awards - a highly regarded honourfor students who have achieved five scores of­46 or above. Sarah also received a Premier’s VCEAward in 2015 for her studies in Psychology, whileEllen also received an award last year for herachievements in Health & Human Development. While this year, Sarah received her top honourfor her achievements in Further Mathematics(teacher - Ms Grace McDonald), Chloe wasrecognised for Psychology (Mr David Struth),Rowena for her success in Visual Communications(Ms Michelle Green), Ellen for her work in EnglishLanguage (Ms Jennifer Aylan-Parker) and Theveenfor his achievement in English (Ms Sally Yates). Principal, David Shepherd, congratulated all­five students for their hard work, commitmentand dedication to their studies. “These awards are highly regarded and we areextremely proud of the students for their efforttowards their studies. These awards also paytribute to teachers and families who provideinvaluable support to our students.”

4 Volume 33 Oliver family’s long-standingMackinnon Wing association withrenovated to help school honouredstudents reach with naming oftheir full potential new theatreBallarat Clarendon College is The Oliver family was honoured forcommitted to creating the best their outstanding contribution to thepossible facilities to enable school in April with the naming of theoptimum learning. AW and GW Oliver Theatre in the newly renovated Mackinnon Wing.The latest building to be renovated at the SturtStreet Campus is the Mackinnon Wing where Andrew Oliver and his late father, Geoffrey Oliver, whostudents in Years 5 to 12 now have the opportunity have a long-standing association with the school, haveto work and learn in a formal setting in a newly held key positions on the school’s Board and greatlycreated plenary space, the AW and GW Oliver Theatre. contributed to its success. The $2.5 million renovation of the Mackinnon Principal, David Shepherd, said it was fitting to have­Wing also features seven classrooms, open a new state-of-the-art theatre named after two notablelearning areas and enclosed locker facilities. Old Collegians, who have provided valuable contributions to the school over decades. The renovation works commenced in late 2014and were completed in 2015. “Andrew (1970) joined the Ballarat Clarendon College Board of Directors in 1993 as Treasurer, a position his Named after Ewen Daniel Mackinnon, who­ father held a generation earlier, and has been instrumentalwas chairman of the Ballarat College Centenary in guiding the College into its current sound financialBuilding Appeal, the Mackinnon Wing was first position. He resigned from the Board in 2013,”­opened in 1962 by then Prime Minister Robert Mr Shepherd said.Menzies and consisted of specialist classroomsand student facilities. “Geoffrey (1945) held the role of College Council Secretary for 21 years. He was also an Old Collegian Then Principal, David Dyer, paid tribute­ representative on the Ballarat College Council 1961-62,­to Ewen Mackinnon for his leadership and­ a member of the CPLC Council from 1969-73 and Ballaratthose who supported it, stating 845 individual Clarendon College Council from 1974-87.”benefactors had made the building anddevelopment project possible. Andrew said he was honoured by the school’s recognition of his family’s contribution. Ewen Mackinnon (1903-1983) was a grazier,politician, diplomat and the son of Donald During the naming of the new theatre celebration,Mackinnon, barrister, and Hilda Mackinnon Andrew shared that he remembered being taught(Bunny). He was married to Muriel Russell,­ Science and Chemistry by Herb Godbehear in theand had a daughter and son. Mackinnon Wing when he was a senior student and reflected on how the building had changed significantly Nicholson Construction completed the over the years.renovation while Williams Boag Architectsdeveloped the designs.

5 “Teaching has changed so much­ Andrew, also spoke at the theatre Collegians. Then there are the eightand this change is reflected in this new naming celebration about their grandchildren: Fiona (2000), Samanthalecture theatre. Both teachers and contribution to the school over a (2003) and James Oliver (2007); Jackstudents have a facility that takes combined period of 41 years. (2009) and Lottie Dyer (2012);­them to the next level of instruction and Edwina, Lucy and Max Myer.and of learning,” Mr Oliver said. “While Geoff’s and Andrew’s business interests (the family business Andrew’s wife Jill (Broadbent)­ “I was lucky to have the opportunity of Oliver and Steven’s safety footwear) (1973) also attended Ballarat Clarendonto become Treasurer with, the then, were not always directly related to the College along with their children, Fiona,new Principal, David Shepherd, in 1997. school, it was their business expertise Samantha and James.Nearly 20 years on, David’s vision for and acumen that made them suchthe school and his team’s extraordinary good treasurers,” Mr Fraser said. Nola Oliver, Andrew Oliver, Chair of the Board ofwork are nothing short of breathtaking.” Directors, John Livingston, Former Chair of Council, Geoff married Nola in 1952 and had Darrell Fraser, Principal, David Shepherd, and Former Chair of Council, Darrell three children – Andrew, Louise Myer Deputy Principal, Jan McClureFraser (1958), who knew both Geoff and (1974) and Cathy Dyer (1977) – all Old

6 Volume 33New state-of-the- ‘Physical fitness is not onlyart Fitness Centre one of the most important keysreceives support from to a healthy body, it is thethree elite sporting basis of dynamic and creativeambassadors intellectual activity.’ John F. KennedyAs Ballarat Clarendon College builds a new state-of-the-art Ms Werry returned to the K.D. Baird Boat Shed earlier­Fitness Centre, which will equip students with the resources this year to help mentor the Girls first crew. Ms Werry, whothey need to embrace a healthy lifestyle, three elite rowed in the first four during her time at school, providedsporting stars have thrown their support behind the project advice on the importance of keeping fit and healthy whileand have become ambassadors. also offering tips and techniques for rowing. “Teaching new rowers the feelings and motions necessary to perform a Olympic Marathon Runner, Steve Moneghetti, who is­ correct rowing stroke can be quite difficult. Young athletesa current parent, along with Old Collegians, Andrew Russell using the rowing tanks will have the advantage of being(1993), who is Hawthorn Football Club’s Elite Performance guided through the proper rowing technique by theirManager, and Kat Werry (2011), who is an Australian rowing coaches, who are physically next to them the entire time.representative, are keen to see the school’s Fitness Centre This will decrease the chances of them picking up unwantedtake shape. habits they could’ve otherwise obtained on the water where it is a lot less stable. I’ve personally found the technical benefits Each supporter has made a career out of keeping fit in of using a tank whilst overseas in Italy; it definitely enabledtheir chosen sporting field and is enthusiastically behind­ me and my team mates­the Fitness Centre. They realise the positive impact that to refine our skills together as a crew,” Ms Werry said.developing a healthy lifestyle has and are keen to encouragethese behaviours in students. Mr Moneghetti, who has been a great supporter of the Junior School’s health and wellbeing program over the­ The construction of the Fitness Centre will feature a­ years, again returned to the school earlier this year to talk­new infinity pool, refurbished gymnasium, exercise pavilion, to students about the importance of being fit and active.changing rooms, spin room and a rowing tank, which isbelieved to be the first of its kind in Australia. It is expected Mr Russell will visit the school in June to assist in planningto be completed in Term 2 of 2017. a fitness session for our Boys and Girls football teams. Mr Russell said staying fit and active was clearly Founding Director of WBa Architects, Peter Williams whoimportant for the body but equally as vital to optimise designed the centre, said the philosophy behind the projectmental health. was to engender an enjoyment of physical development­ into students’ lives now, so later in life they could continue­ “The environment you exercise in plays a large role in to support positive choices about their physical wellbeing.maintaining high motivation levels over an extended periodof time. The new Fitness Centre will provide students with­ “As the Project Architect, it was my challenge to not onlya world-class facility to help them reach their personal goals,” make a practicable and innovative building in harmony withMr Russell said. the existing structures, but to make the facilities engaging and exciting for students to want to learn more about exercise.” Mr Moneghetti said he firmly believed in a holisticeducational program and saw physical health and wellbeing If you wish to make a donation towards the Fitness Centre please visitas an integral part of such a program. www.clarendon.vic.edu.au/our-community/annual-giving-program/ “The new Fitness Centre will provide a positiveenvironment for implementation of these goals,”­Mr Moneghetti said.

7Top Olympic Marathon Runner,Steve Moneghetti, assisted witha PE class at the JS during Term 1Left Hawthorn Football Club’s ElitePerformance Manager, AndrewRussell, will visit the school in Juneto present a lecture on fitnessand assist with a football trainingsession. Andrew is pictured withHawthorn Coach, Alastair Clarkson(1985)Right Australian rowingrepresentative, Kat Werry, assistedwith a training session at the K.D.Baird Boat Shed earlier this yearYear 1 student, Emily Finch, developing her skills in a PE class

8 Volume 33 Annabelle Chandler, Hamish Pritchard and Tobias Haidacher pictured during a recent PE class

9 Eliza Sewell achieves her heart’s desire as a sports reporter ringaroo recently caught up with Old Collegian Eliza Sewell (1999) who is currently working at the Herald Sun as a sports journalist. In the following interview, Eliza tells of the steps she took to get where she is today, recalls memories of her school days, while also providing some advice for current students.Where are you currently working cycling championships. My first now follow the same path as theirand living? full-time job was at the Shepparton male school friends if they wish.­I work at the Herald Sun as a sports News, where football and cricket ruled – I remember the teachers fondly.­journalist. During the AFL season,­ along with bowls, of course. My time­ Mr Lovell was inspiring, even thoughI write mostly on football which in Shepparton was probably the maths wasn’t my strong suit. It’s theincludes news, feature interviews­ hardest I’ve worked and for not much people, I suppose, who stay with youand match coverage reports. As with­ cash, but it was the most fun I’ve had most. I have a strong core of classmatesall media, there is an ever-increasing in the industry. The lessons I learned who are my closest pals to this day.emphasis on digital forms, so a press during that time were invaluable.­ What did you learn at school whichconference coverage will routinely After some travelling, I next landed at has assisted you in your career?involve filing immediately for the web. the Warrnambool Standard, which was I learnt how to communicate andDuring the warmer months I’m at the a great experience. Then it was back up make myself understood. It soundscricket, tennis and still covering footy the Princes Highway to the big smoke simplistic, but it’s a very important skill,because the AFL ‘off-season’ is a cruel and a year in community newspapers especially in my work now. I learnt aboutmisnomer. When not reporting I live­ and four fun years at the, sadly now relationships and how to negotiatein Flemington with my partner, Shaun, defunct, commuter newspaper, mX. hierarchies which exist everywhere.and our two-year-old daughter, Harriet, What memories do you have of What advice do you have for currentand temperamental cat, Tilly. Ballarat Clarendon College? students?What steps did you take to get where It’s funny the things you remember.­ Enjoy yourself. Be bold. Be open toyou are today? I immediately think of the old tuck change. Because you will change, andI studied sports media at the­ shop and chocolate doughnuts at your world will change.University of Canberra and wrote for recess and boatrace with our capes andthe university newspaper, which was­ fancy banners that we’d spend months Eliza Sewell has been working at thea great primer. I did a stack of work preparing. Recently, I’ve been recalling Herald Sun since 2012experience during that time, including our football triumphs and I’m soa stint at The Courier where I found thrilled the AFL is backing a nationalmyself covering the national road women’s league. Clarendon girls can

10 Volume 33Tom Langfurthersschoolcommunity’spassion forscienceTom Lang is a Science As part of the school’s innovative series of scienceCommunicator at lectures that engage the community in exploringScienceworks contemporary scientific ideas, Old Collegian,­ Tom Lang (2005), returned to share his recent experiences on a research vessel that provided­ He encouraged all who attended the lecture­ a glimpse into earth’s development. in the Coutts Science Centre to continue learning about science and challenged his audience to During the lecture, Tom spoke about his time consider why, as a society, we allow adults to stop on board the JOIDES Resolution, a seagoing vessel learning about science. that drills core samples and collects measurements from under the ocean floor, investigating the In an effort to keep adults interested in science, Earth’s development. The research team collected Tom last year created a series of science comedy rock samples, drilling down as deep as two shows that were strictly for adults in Melbourne. kilometres, along Australia’s west coast from Fremantle to Darwin. He also said he would like to assist in making science exhibitions and displays in museums Tom, who lives in Melbourne, also spoke about more entertaining for both children and adults­ his role as a Science Communicator at Scienceworks by incorporating more hands-on displays. which involves talking to school groups and the public about all areas of science, from physics, “Traditional exhibitions relied heavily on the chemistry to biology, and the need to make use of signs to explain the science or object science accessible and engaging for audiences. involved, but let’s be honest, who reads the signs! Children and adults want to play and use their He completed a Bachelor Degree in Science­ hands to learn,” Tom said. at the University of Melbourne and then a Graduate Diploma in Science at ANU where he travelled Tom said he encouraged current students­ across Australia assisting with Questacon. to study subjects that they loved. “Find a subject or field that you really care about and get passionate about that and the­ rest will follow.” Chief Medical Physicist, Dr Sabeena Beveridge, was the guest lecturer for the school’s second science lecture this year in April, examining the different types of radiation that are present all around us. Using science, she explained how The Hulk, Spiderman, and other superheros may have acquired their powers.

11Year 12 student Rory Elliott has overcome manyhonours doctorwho helped change challenges during his life.his lifeNow, at 18 years of age, the inspirational Parents, Kate and Danny Elliott, what we have always aspired to forteenager has recently participated in enrolled their son at Ballarat Clarendon Rory – for him to do anything he wantshis fifth Run for Kids, honouring his late College in Year 7. and become who he wants to be.orthopaedic surgeon, Dr Ian Torode,who gave him the chance to walk. Mrs Elliott said she looked at­ “Since the start of Year 7, Rory has several schools to find one which seen his education as an opportunity Rory was born without a fibula bone would suit Rory and provide him with not to be wasted and he has appliedin either leg and doctors were unsure­ the opportunities to succeed. himself to his studies with zeal. Heif he would ever be able to walk puts 110% into everything he takes on.unaided. However, with the assistance “Rory has always needed a physical He enjoyed playing the Trekkie Monsterof Dr Torode, Rory’s amazing spirit and environment that facilitates his­ in last year’s school play Avenue Q anddetermination and love and support getting around. Having had multiple also enjoys other pursuits such asfrom his parents, Rory has achieved­ operations on his legs, he has spent media, photography and digital art.”so much in life. But Rory doesn’t see weeks at a time in a wheelchairhimself as inspirational, he says he is­ recovering,” Mrs Elliott said. And there has been no stopping­a teenager trying his hardest to be the Rory this year. He was one of 12 studentsbest he can be. “When we went on a tour at­ selected from 250 in Australia to Ballarat Clarendon College, Rory was­ complete a week of work experience­ This year, the year Rory graduates in a wheelchair, so we were able to see at Mt Stromlo Observatory in Canberrafrom Ballarat Clarendon College, he first-hand that the school was and, after he graduates in October, heparticipated in Run for Kids’ five- accessible. I also had the opportunity plans to study a double degree in Arts/kilometre walk in Melbourne, raising to talk to David Shepherd. When David Science so he can continue his interestmore than $2000 for the Royal spoke about students achieving their in Astrophysics, Visual Arts, JapaneseChildren Hospital where Dr Torode dreams and reaching their potential,­ and Media.worked for 30 years. it resonated with me because that is “Dr Torode passed away last year­ Rory Elliott paid tributeand I really wanted to do something­ to his late surgeonto honour the great surgeon who gave earlier this yearme a chance to walk. Because of­Dr Torode’s persistence and work, I wasable to keep my legs, rather than losethem through amputation,” Rory said. “Dr Torode strengthened the tibia­of my legs with pins and metal plateswhich were monitored closely over theyears with a lot of check-ups and x-rays.It has probably only been over the lastfew years that I have really appreciatedand understood the impact that­Dr Torode’s work has had on my life.”

12 Volume 33 King Island Year 9 students spendprogram helps a term on King Island developing skills that will students assist them throughout to develop their lifetime. skills to liveindependently The King Island program aims to promote and encourage independence, perseverance and interdependence in a supportive and sustainable community that values respect and honesty. Apart from social skills developed through community living, students learn and apply physical, practical and outdoor knowledge and skills.The solo experiences, expeditions, recreation, snorkelling, surfing and community development activities all contribute to the rich learning context offered by the program.

13Year 10 student, Jack Taylor, reflects on his time on King Island three-day and six-day hike. All of which were great, but thelast year, and how the experience greatly developed his social six-day was the best. My hike group had an eventful six-dayand leadership skills, allowing him to believe he can achieve hike, involving interesting interactions with wildlife, takinghis heart’s desire. the wrong track and then finding our way again. I remember on the first hike waking up at 3am. Thinking that I wasThe King Island program was a great component of my­ sweating, I turned my pillow over, wiped my forehead­Year 9 studies at Ballarat Clarendon College. It meant –­ and went back to sleep. But when I woke up, I realised it wasand continues to mean – an enormous amount to me.­ blood! A leech had bitten me above the ear. Initially I wasI learnt many new skills living in a house with people who I concerned, but I soon realised that I was capable of lookingwouldn’t normally socialise with. As I was about to start the after myself and applying the little bit of first aid that­program, I reflected that one major focus of the program –­ it needed.living away from the support and influence of parents –­may not benefit me greatly as I have been boarding since Our regular day had a strict structure: 7am wake up; 7.10Year 7. But it was challenging because I had never lived in­ morning fitness; then 9.30-3.00 classes or activities. We alsoa house and cooked extravagant meals for myself and five had ‘unstructured time’ which offered us the opportunity­others before. The program also helped me significantly with to choose from a number of activities.my fitness and leadership skills. I was able to gain feedbackfrom, not only my house mentor, but also my peers, who­ Sending and receiving letters was a big thing on KingI lived and worked with on the island. Island; it was always exciting to hear what was happening – whether it be the NRL grand final or the AFL grand final. While living in the Grassy Campus, we learnt about­the local geography of King Island, discovered much about The King Island program was important because it taughtthe wildlife and participated in community service activities. me valuable skills - social and physical. I believe that the­Every Monday was a ‘house day’. On these days, we were King Island experience has certainly assisted with my­required to plan an event for our house of six to eight Year 10 studies. It has helped me develop a strongerpeople. My favourite house activity was canoeing, as I got­ resilience to frustrating situations and enabled me to thinkto see some amazing scenery. Over the course of the nine my way through problems to workable solutions. It has­weeks, we were expected to complete four hikes and­ had an impact on the way that I think and I am extremelya ‘24-hour solo’. We participated in a one-day, two-day, grateful for opportunities that the program provided and­ for the learning that I did. I thank all the King Island staff and my Term 4 KI peers for such a wonderful experience. Students living on King Island during Term 2 of this year

14 Volume 33Head of Mathematics Please tell us about your educational learning. I have conducted one study­studies PhD – background? so far and, as is usually the way withexploring how I attended a government school in­ new research, it was inconclusive.different classroom the English Midlands. At that time, the However, I have learned lots about­events affect how local schools did not cater for Year 11 the process and hope to run a new­students learn and 12 students, so I had to go to and improved study soon. somewhere known as a ‘sixth form How did you find your way fromGreg Ashman joined college’ to study for the equivalent­ England to Ballarat?the Ballarat Clarendon of Year 12. From there, I went to I met my wife, Jo, in London in 2001.College team six years Cambridge University where I studied She was doing the Aussie travellingago as a Senior Natural Sciences, specialising in thing and working as a supply teacher.Mathematics Teacher. Physics. I gained an ‘upper second class’ We married in 2005 and had our firstSince then, he has degree. After that, I studied teaching­ child Rose in 2008 and then Catherinebeen appointed Head at the Institute of Education in London. in 2010. Rose is now in Year 2 atof Mathematics and Prior to joining the Clarendon team,­ Clarendon while Catherine is in Prep.is currently studying for I worked at government schools ina PhD in Educational London, teaching Mathematics,­ What attracted you to Clarendon?Psychology, demonstrating Science and Physics. My last position­ I talked to members of staff andfor our students that in the UK was Vice Principal of a realised that this was a school where­education is a London High School. I would enjoy working. I definitelylifelong journey. made the right decision. I am very Tell us about the PhD you are happy that my daughters are able­Greg Ashman teaching a class currently studying? to access such a great education and­ I am studying how the order of different I have been given many interesting classroom events – the teacher talking, opportunities, not least through the students solving problems and so on –­ school’s support for my research. affects how much students learn. I am What advice do you give your students? very excited about this because two I give my Maths students lots of advice! important theories of educational However, there is one piece of advice psychology predict different things­ that I have started issuing that draws and my research might therefore add upon the research and reading that­ something to what we know about I have been doing: there is no such thing as a silly mistake. Students make mistakes all the time which, on reflection, they feel that they should­ not have made. However, this is because their attention is so focused on figuring out one part of a problem that they miss important details.­ The solution is practice. If you know it well enough then you will need to use fewer of your thinking resources to solve the problem and will have­ more left over to attend to those­ pesky details. When I found this out,­ I thought it was so important that I wrote a piece for The Conversation about it.

15Clarendon student The four-day camp held during the Term 1 school­selected to attend holidays, aimed to provide a chance for students to gatherMAV Maths camp with like-minded peers and explore hands-on, industry-­ related problems.Year 10 student, Lauren Gingell,was one of 40 students selected from As part of the camp, Lauren spent time at the GeneVictoria to participate in this year’s Technology Access Centre where she saw first-hand howMathematical Association of Victoria mathematical principles can aid advancements in biologicalMaths Camp. sciences. In one laboratory, she explored the biological theories and methods around how genetic sequences areLauren Gingell attended identified, then applied her knowledge to establish and­a MAV Maths camp to read a short section of genetic code. She also visited the Reserve Bank of Australia, the Australian Council for Educational Research, the Virtual Reality Studio at Ford and Latrobe University. Lauren said the camp was an amazing opportunity, as it widened her horizons on the endless career paths there are in the area of Mathematics. “I have been interested in Mathematics and Science­ for quite some time and hope to one day establish a career that stems from either of these areas,” Lauren said. “Many areas appeal to me including nano-technology, biochemical engineering, biomedical science and health sciences. After attending the camp, I now know that I really want to be part of this industry.”

16 Volume 33Junior School’s ‘...there is no other way toMathematics improve instructional practicecurriculum used at scale in schools than toas an exemplary organise groups of adultcase study by learners to work on problemsinternational of instructional practiceexperts and to weave those groups into an organisation-wide strategy of improvement.’ Richard F. ElmoreThe appointment of Mathematics Of Clarendon’s success, Ms Sharratt teach multiple classes at differentspecialists at the Junior School seven observes that “the effectiveness of the levels, they are deeply familiar with theyears ago has led to international program is largely due to the fact that whole learning journey. The team hasacclaim from leaders in the field and the curriculum documentation and also, as a result, developed a great senseoutstanding student outcomes. assessment tools have been created of shared responsibility for the growth collaboratively”. of all students’ mathematical learning.” At Ballarat Clarendon College, webelieve that teams of teachers working “The Mathematics team has The success of the Mathematicscollaboratively on common goals developed a common language and curriculum at the Junior School has alsoimproves the quality of their work and understanding that enables team been reflected in consistently strongis inextricably and positively related­ members to align practice and to NAPLAN results, with the­to student learning and performance.­ maximise their ability to move all Junior School consistently ranked asWe believe that with a strong, students’ learning forward.” one of the top performers in Australia.documented curriculum, with the The past five years have produced thecareful selection of evidence-based Mathematics specialist, Colin Esdale, strongest NAPLAN results in Year 3instructional practices and with clear who has been teaching at the school Mathematics at the Junior School,­standards for feedback around for 16 years, was one of the original with four of these achieving an averageperformance, students will make specialists and has led the program NAPLAN score above 500 – a score thatoptimum progress in their learning. since 2009. was once thought impossible to beat. International expert in teaching­ “We pride ourselves on teaching­ The Australian Curriculum websiteand learning, Lyn Sharratt, features the for deep conceptual development over also acknowledges and commends theschool’s Mathematics program as an time and on the complete alignment­ school’s appointment of specialistassessment case study in Putting Faces of practice, language and assessment teachers at the Junior School.on the Data: What Great Leaders Do, that exists in the Junior School,”­demonstrating how effective use of Mr Esdale said. “The identification anddata and high quality instruction assist implementation of evidence-basedstudents to reach their full potential. “The only way to achieve this is to teaching approaches are proven to be create a shared belief and understanding the most effective in improving Putting Faces on the Data also that comes from teams working student learning outcomes, and this ishighlights how specialist Mathematics constructively together.The Mathematics a feature of the pedagogy at theteachers at the Junior School work team meets twice a week with at least school. Teachers specialise in subjectcollaboratively as a team to ensure­ one of those meetings solely devoted areas, programming, planning andthe curriculum, both content and to refining and developing the curriculum. teaching their subject across a yearinstruction, best meets the needs­ level.”of students from Prep to Year 4. “An additional bonus of specialisation in the Junior School Mathematics program is that, because teachers

17Mathematics specialist,Colin Esdale, has ledthe Junior School’sMathematics programsince 2009

18 Volume 33A reflection on wonderful friends, clubs, dances, trips to Melbourne, a play,­the evolution a choir that sang at St Andrews, fascinating teachers –­of co-education Mrs Benn, Miss Cotton, Miss Morcom, – and freedom to write as many letters as I wished, to whomever I wished.Ballarat Clarendon College becamea co-educational school in 1974 At the end of the year, after I had completed thewhen Ballarat College and Clarendon application form for Geelong Teachers’ College, Miss McPhersonPresbyterian Ladies College merged. called me to her office. What was I thinking? Of course I would apply for University! I was not a trailblazer leadingThe merger of the two colleges is no doubt one of the most the way forward for women. I actually had no ambitionsignificant changes in the school’s proud 152 years. beyond continuing to learn and I was grateful to the government for making this possible through the teaching While the vision and values of Founders, Reverend William bursary and studentship programs.Henderson and Elizabeth Kennedy, of providing high qualityeducation remain today, the move to co-education was seen Mary (Gear) Ross solved the problem of where I would­as innovative in the 1970s. live in Melbourne when she recommended St Hilda’s. And so­ I became one of 87 young women to enter St Hilda’s whenCheryl Iser (Cole) its doors first opened in 1964. (Geraldine Rayner and I wereOld Collegian, Cheryl Iser (Cole) (1963), reflected on the move the first of many students from Clarendon to enjoy its facilities.)to co-education that both Clarendon and St Hilda’s Collegemade in the 1970s at the recent Clarendon Ladies Reunion. But in 1973, St Hilda’s welcomed its first male residents.­Following is an edited version of Mrs Iser’s speech. As with Clarendon, the decision to become co-educational was economic and practical, gilded with sociological rationale.­As you know, there is still much discussion about how­ I remember the vigorous – and passionate - debate that tookto structure education: divisions based on gender, culture, place at St Hilda’s when the Alumni met to vote on thereligion, or ability continue to generate debate. But my proposal in 1972. After all those decades of struggle tointroduction to Clarendon was to a school firmly focused­ provide a place for women, a place where women had theon educating young women. And at St Hilda’s, I was part­ leadership roles and determined the culture, was it to beof the fulfilment of a many decades-long dream to provide given away after nine short years?residential university accommodation for women. Sociological arguments supporting the move gathered In 1962, I was 15 and in Year 11 at my small, co-educational, momentum. The number of males accepted could becountry high school. There were just eleven of us in my class. balanced and selected carefully. As a young College, St Hilda’sIn 1963, I would be still too young to take up my teaching would have the flexibility to be able to adapt to these newbursary at a Teachers’ College so I was sent to Clarendon. admissions. Co-education would prepare residents for the ‘real’ world, break down misconceptions between the sexes, I had a wonderful year. I revelled in my independence and encourage residents to learn how to work together and mixfreedom as a boarder. There was special study time, a library, comfortably with each other. It would demonstrate that different perspectives have a great deal to offer both sexes.­ It would encourage mutual respect and easy male/female friendships. And co-education would more truly reflect the College’s commitment to its motto, Communitas, as well­ as continue the example of St Hilda herself at Whitby. Today, St Hilda’s still provides security, small tutorial groups and a ready-made community to nurture lasting friendships - with many of the advantages of home and­ few of the disadvantages. Nieces and nephews have followed me there; my daughters have been tutors; and I was a member of Council for 10 years. I continue to assist with alumni reunions and support the scholarship program.­ (St Hilda’s is a partnership school of Ballarat Clarendon College.)

19Old Collegianinspiresstudentswith hernew outlookon lifeA courageous Old Collegianinspired students recently whenshe delivered a powerfultalk on how she found a newoutlook on life after losingher foot in a boating accident.Zoe Creelman recently spoke tostudents at a Chapel serviceZoe Creelman (2008) was only 23 years “I was honoured to return to school to me. It’s teaching me to be moreold and commencing her honours year and share my story of recovery with content as I realise that this life isn’tin Agricultural Science at the University students at the Sturt Street Campus everything and it’s my belief thatof Melbourne when tragedy struck.­ during a series of Chapel services.­ knowing God is more important thanAs a result of a boating accident, Zoe I really hope by sharing my experience being able to have a good time now.”lost her foot in a below-knee amputation. that students can learn to appreciate the now and realise that, if things don’t During Zoe’s inspiring talk, students While spending three months in go to plan or how they hoped, it’s not were encouraged to walk up to thehospital for rehabilitation, Zoe had­ the end. It can sometimes be just the altar in the Chapel on one leg, in anto learn to walk again and learn how­ beginning,” Zoe said. effort to allow students to experienceto come to terms with a disability. Zoe’s newly adjusted life. “This experience has truly strengthened Zoe, who is currently a research my faith in God. I realised that you have And Zoe has not only re-adjusted­assistant in the agricultural industry­ to think about what keeps you steady to her new life, she is back swimming,in Geelong, realised during her recovery in life and, for me, that is God as he rock climbing, surfing and running –that it was not just physical rehabilitation doesn’t change. better than ever!that she needed to recover and adjustto her new life, but it was also spiritual “It also made me reassess my lifehelp she was looking for. and to look at what was really important

20 Volume 33The photo of Elsie Morison, right, isproudly positioned in the foyer of theElsie Morison Creative Arts CentreWorld-renownedsoprano ElsieMorison leavesremarkablemusical legacyElsie Morison (1940), oneof Australia’s most famoussopranos, sadly passed awayin Prague on 5 April this year.Elsie, who attended Ballarat Clarendon College In 1947, Elsie moved to England to studyfrom 1937 to 1940, was renowned for her stunning at the Royal College of Music, making herperformances in oratoria, concert and opera in debut at the Royal Albert Hall in 1948.London and around the world. While visiting Australia in 1957 with­ Leading conductors were known to seek out the Elizabethan Trust Opera Company,Elsie to record with her, including Thomas Beecham Elsie performed at the then newly openedin Mozart’s Requiem and Malcolm Sargent in Ballarat Civic Hall. Funds from the concertHandel’s Messiah. were divided between the Royal South Street Society (for the Elsie Morison Prize) Elsie also played significant roles in musical and the Ballarat Orphanage.classics such as Stravinsky’s The Rake’s Progress,Poulenc’s Dialogues of the Carmelites and the Several years after marrying great Czechsoprano leads in Sir Malcolm Sargent’s Gilbert conductor, Rafael Kubelik (dec), in 1963,and Sullivan series. Elsie retired from public performance. Locally, Elsie’s name is still today associated In 1985, Elsie and Rafael attended thewith Royal South Street with the Elsie Morison opening of the Elsie Morison Creative­Prize, a significant accolade of the eisteddfod’s Arts Centre which provides talented youngvocal section, and also at the school with the­ vocalists and performers the opportunityElsie Morison Creative Arts Centre named­ to pursue their hearts’ desires.in her honour. Born in Ballarat in 1924, Elsie Jean was thedaughter of, Elsie Morison, who was a music­and choral teacher at the school from 1936-1948. After graduating from Clarendon, Elsie continuedher studies at the Melbourne Conservatorium ofMusic, where she was awarded the Nellie MelbaScholarship.

21Student directs A Performing Artsschool play student stepped into the Director’s role this yearTop Damian Muir in what is believed to bedirecting the SS Play the first time a student has been appointed toBottom Year 11 student this leadership role inTahlia Stanton playing the Senior School Play.the role of CheriseChippendale in the David Muir (1981), said he believed­SS Play that the success of the play was due­ to the phenomenal cast.Damian Muir, Year 12, directed thefast-paced play We’ll Be Right Back After “It made my role so much easierThis Murder during four shows in the having so many talented people whoColtman Theatre. were willing to work with me and help me, including Head of Drama, Ms We’ll Be Right Back After This Murder Byrne. Ms Byrne has provided me withprovided students with an opportunity a wealth of knowledge and experienceto maximise competencies, skills and in helping to bring this play to life,”capacities, and to further develop their Damian said.appreciation of the Performing Arts. Damian, who is the recipient of theH K McLean Scholarship and son of

22 Volume 33 Carroll Byrne said appointing a student to direct the Senior School Play was­ a bold and innovative move, but one that proved very successful. “Damian should be extremely proud of his success in directing this­ play. He showed wonderful leadership with his peers­ and their respect for him was obvious,” Ms Byrne said. We’ll Be Right Back After This Murder is focused on the murder of Hampton Bellamy. When clues to the murder start piling up soon everyone, including Hampton’s family, become a suspect in the hilarious play. The cast of We’ll Be Right Back After This Murder

23 Boys win Robert Corden-McKinley (stroke),­ Head of the Henry Woodward (three seat), Flynn Lake title Appleby (two seat), Ash Kaufmann (bow) and Benjamin Dowling (Cox), Ballarat Clarendon College who made up the triumphant crew, took out the boys title also won a bronze medal a month later in this year’s Head of the at the national titles in Sydney. Lake – the first time in 15 years. Proud students helped celebrate the crew’s Head of the Lake efforts at theLeft to right The winning crew finish line at Lake Wendouree on FridayBenjamin Dowling, Ash Kaufmann, 26 February by carrying the boys ashore.Flynn Appleby, Robert Corden-McKinley, Henry Woodward and Coached by Robert’s father, AndrewAndrew McKinley McKinley, who was an Australian lightweight representative, the boys won the title ahead of Ballarat High School and third place St Patrick’s College. Robert, who was this year’s Boys Captain of Boats, said he was extremely proud of the crew’s performance including their preparation leading­ up to the 2000-metre race. “It truly was an honour to represent the school in the Boys first crew and to

24 Volume 33share in the celebrations at the finish line with our fellow students­ Left The Boys first crewis something that I will never forget,” Robert said. celebrate at Head of the Lake “Henry, Ben and myself were in the Boys first crew in 2015 and werereally keen to taste success this year.We were thrilled when Flynn and­ Top left Principal, DavidAsh joined the crew and through excellent teamwork, dedication and Shepherd, supporting thepassion we were able to win back the title.” school’s rowers Girls Captain of Boats, Alice Coltman, said Head of the Lake was­ Top right The Girls firstan event that filled each rower with a sense of pride when competing crew place third at Headfor their school. of the Lake “For each rowing crew, it is the pinnacle event in Ballarat. All those Bottom The spit crewlong hours of training, early mornings and sore muscles become worth cheer on the school’sit once they step into their boat and race in front of their peers, fellow rowing crewsrowers and family,” Alice said. “The Girls first crew, which consisted of Amelia Allen, AnnabelleNash, Emily Grant, Julia Kittelty and myself, placed third at Head of­the Lake. We were proud to represent the school and we congratulateall crews, especially the Boys first crew, on a great season.”

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26 Volume 33SportTeam Achievements Teak Grogan (Year 8) won the Australian in early May in the USA) and 5000m – Karate Championships for the 12/13 13.41.74. Stewart is continuing­BAS year old division in Sydney earlier this his training, getting ever closer­Boys Cricket 20/20 Premiers year and also came second in the to the qualifying time needed for­Boys Cricket 2 Day Runners Up Australian Schools and University the Rio Olympics.Senior Girls Cricket Runners Up Championships for the 12/13 year­ Stefan Nigro (2014) played his debutSenior Girls Tennis A Grade Runners Up old section. match for Melbourne Victory in the­Sacha McDonald Runner Up in the Lucas Hamilton (2014) placed 2nd­ A League.Senior Girls Henderson Shield in the Mens U23 Road Race at the Ally O’Connor (Year 11) was selected­ Australian National Road Cycling to represent Victoria in the U17 netballBAS Athletics Results Championships after Angus Lyons team and competed at the NationalOverall 5th (2014) set the tempo on the fourth­ Championships in Perth.Boys 4th last climb for Lucas. Angus placed­ Matthew Russell (1990) was inductedGirls 4th 21st while Nicholas White (2015) came into the Rowing Victoria Hall of FameOutstanding individual results in 38th and Liam White (2013) came­ for national and international successJarrod Berry U19 Boys High Jump 1st in 40th place overall. including a bronze medal at the­Will Joyce U19 Boys Shot Put 1st Sarah Heard (2001) Was inducted­ 2000 World Rowing Championships­Harrison Callaway U14 Boys High Jump 1st into the Rowing Victoria Hall of Fame. in Croatia in the lightweight eight. Angus Lyons (2014) placed 7th in the Darcy Tucker (2014) played his debutBAS Swimming Results Mens U23 Time Trial at the Australian game in April for the Fremantle Dockers.Overall 1st National Road Cycling Championships. Abbey Wehrung (2013) is continuing­Boys 1st He was also selected in the Australian to play basketball for her local team,Girls 2nd National team to race in the Cadel Ballarat Rush, while also playing in­ Evans Great Ocean Road Race. her second season with CanberraIndividual Achievements Hugh McCluggage (Year 12) was named Capitals, in the Women’s National in the AIS AFL Academy. He played in Basketball League.Jarrod Berry (Year 12) was named in­ the National Academy team againstthe AIS AFL Academy. He played in the VFL team,Werribee, and was named in A Ballarat Clarendon CollegeNational Academy team against VFL the best six players. He is also part of the swimmer helps the school toteam, Werribee, and was named in­ Leadership Team at the Ballarat Rebels. win the BAS Swimming titlethe best six players. He is also captain­ Sacha McDonald (Year 11) was selectedof the Leadership Team at the­ to represent Victoria in the U17 netballBallarat Rebels. team. She competed at the NationalKatherine Dowie (Year 11) placed­ Championships in Perth and wassixth in the 3km event at the National selected to represent Australia in­Athletics Championships, achieving­ New Zealand.a personal best of 10.08 minutes. Stewart McSweyn (2013) recentlyJonty Faull (Year 5), Oliver Finch (Year 4), impressed in the 3000m run at theJames Forsyth (Year 4), Ben Locke (Year 5), IAAF World Challenge Meeting inFred Valpied (Year 5) and Mason Young Kawasaki, Japan, finishing 5th. He now(Year 4) represented Ballarat Clarendon holds the Tasmanian State records­College at the State Swimming for three events, the 3000m – 7:57.34,Champions at MSAC earlier this year. 3000m Steeple – 8:40.95 (which he set

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28 Volume 33 Ballarat Clarendon College’s four auxiliaries – Parents &Auxiliaries help Friends, the Junior Schoolstrengthen school Parents Group, 1920 Club,community and Friends of Performing Arts – have had a meaningfulJunior School students Emmanuelle and positive impact on theand Edward Carden have fun in the sack school community this year.races at the JSPG Family Picnic Auxiliaries have supported the school in its efforts in helping students to reach their full potential, providing students with opportunities to further develop their skills and capacities. Parents have also been given opportunities to network and get to know each other at a number of events and activities organised by auxiliaries.

29Left The JSPG Family PicnicTop right 1920 Club members, Kim Kyatt,Tom Dowling, Catherine Patterson andSue Haidacher, volunteer at Head ofthe LakeBottom right Ben Faull, Jock Selkirk andMark Quartermain at the Parents &Friends Welcome Morning TeaThe Barry Currie Stage Band performat the Friends of Performing ArtsHollywood Ball

30 Volume 3301 1929 Photograph of CPLCSchool Prefects02 Photograph of the BPSSAopen one mile in 196503 Crested hat ribbon04 Medal BC 1st High Jump05 Medal BC 1st HurdlesGifts toClarendon 01Thank you to the following people­ Bawden, Jennifer (CPLC 1963) Plush, Mandy (CPLC 1966)who have generously donated items to CPLC uniform items – blazer, felt hat, BCC kilt (short)our collection in recent times. Many of straw hat and tiethese items have been catalogued­ CPLC letterhead notepad Turnbull, Robertto the Museums Victoria database Photograph of Graham Crouch (BC 1965)Victorian Collections and can be Crawford, Andrew (BC 1952) and Robert Turnbull competing in theviewed at victoriancollections.net.au Copy of James G Crawford (BC 1939) BPSSA open one mile in 1965. Another autobiography, My life, published 2006 photograph of this same race was In the following notes, the initials­ published in The Minervan 1965.BC stand for Ballarat College, CPLC­ Greenhalgh, Ross (BC 1977) and Sharon Robert notes: Earlier in the day I hadfor the Clarendon Presbyterian Ladies 2 x BC school caps beaten Graham to set a new open 880College, and BCC for our present school. 11th Ballarat Scout Troup uniform items –­ yards record of 1.54 which stood for jumper, cap and scarf – with badges, many years. Graham then reversed the Peer years (ie the year the peer group awards and pins decision in the mile. This photo showswould have completed Year 12) appear what was possibly the first major racein brackets after names. MacLeod, Ian for Graham Crouch who went straight Book prizes awarded to Ian’s father into competitive Local Centre runningThese notes were compiled by Archivist John MacLeod (1934) in 1924 and 1925 with Ballarat East High, later EurekaHeather Jackson. Athletics and then on to Box Hill and Mein, Margaret (CPLC 1959) beyond. Graham still runs every day. 1929 photograph of CPLC School Prefects He is currently living in Sweden. and House Prefects (previously published The Touchstone December 1929, p.29) Megan Rayner (1964) – Nancy Heinz, Una Sloss, Margaret Clarendon Ladies College crested­ Lester, Jean Irwin, Pat Rayner, Margaret hat ribbon Parker, Margaret Davies, May Trewin CPLC crested hat ribbons (1 fragment;­ 2 x ~1930 photographs of CPLC 1 complete) Prefects – Gwen Shannon, Margaret Parker, Maud Harbinson, Marg Cutts, Bessie McClennan

3102 04 03 05 Helen Woodhouse-Herrick (1967) 1891 Medal BC 1st Hurdle Race won­ by James Rintoule (1891) 1888 Medal BC 1st High Jump Under­ 15 won by James Rintoule (1891) 1893 Albion Football Club medal­ for Best Place Player won by James Rintoule (1891) Presbyterian Ladies College (PLC, East Melbourne) hat badge and PLC Old Collegians badge worn by Helen’s mother Marjorie (Rintoule) Woodhouse, niece of James Rintoule (1891)

32 Volume 33OldCollegiansNewsThese notes were compiled by Heather Deaths Presbyterian Ladies College (1937-1938),Jackson and Alex Hall with assistance Where the information is known, Melbourne Technical College and Emilyfrom Di Hook. They include news notification of the death of an Old McPherson College. She studied artreceived from November 2015 to May Collegian will include the name of the and music and earned her Commercial2016. spouse, the names of all children,­ Artist Certificate, Art Teacher’s Certificate but only the names of grandchildren­ and Piano Teacher’s Certificate at the To ensure information is published if current or past students. University of Melbourne, Conservatoryplease notify the school of any death, of Music.engagement, marriage or birth. Jean (Lloyd) Forbes (1933) on 28 January Isobel met a young U.S. Marine Officer,Personal-information updates are 2016, wife of Ernest (1924), mother of Judy Dale Horstman Heely in 1943 duringpublished as space permits. Obituaries (1965) and sister of Charles (1928), Harry the war and was married in thehave been provided by family (1932), Sydney (1937) and Marjorie (1941). Presbyterian Church in Ballarat.­members. Jean attended Clarendon PLC in 1929 as She traveled with other war brides­ a boarder. She died in Maryborough in to America in 1944 on a camouflaged Peer years (the year the peer group her one hundredth year. Jean loved the troopship, a former luxury linerwould have completed Year 12) appear school and loved boarding life.­ ‘Mariposa’, to meet her in-laws­in brackets after names. She received the Prize for Mathematics in Virginia. Her adult life was spent each year she attended and was in the moving from coast to coast with theAdditional Old Collegians school athletics, tennis and netball teams. Marine Corps, raising her five childrennews can be found She also enjoyed playing the piano. and teaching art and music to manyon our alumni website Jean grew up on the family property at young people in Portsmouth. Her son,alumni.clarendon.vic.edu.au ‘Springvale’, Rodborough. All four of her Captain Edwin Dale Heely (1963), siblings attended either Clarendon PLC attended Ballarat College (1951-1952) or Ballarat College. Jean and Ernest while his mother stayed in Ballarat to lived on the property ‘Fells Brae’ at visit relatives during her husband’s Eddington. There was a wonderful service in Korea. celebration of Jean’s long life on Isobel (remembered as ‘Beau’ to many) February 8 at the Maryborough Uniting was Past President of the Cradock church and later at Havilah Hostel. Music Club and the Elizabeth Manor Women’s Golf Association. She was­ Isobel (Boustead) Heely (1938) on­ a member of the Monumental United 8 December 2015, wife of Dale and Methodist Church Choir, the mother of five. Portsmouth Community Concert Isobel Boustead was born October 8, Association Board, and the Portsmouth 1922 in Ballarat. She attended Pleasant Music Study Club. Her love for musical Street State School, Clarendon

3301 03 05 07 01 Jean (Lloyd) Forbes 02 Isobel (Bousted) Heely 03 James Crawford 04 John Keller 05 Graeme Nicholls 06 Carol Grant 07 Nikita Lack02 04 06theatre was satisfied in the many He joined the Masons in 1948, serving Joan and Ophelia in Hamlet in schoolmusical productions of Monumental as Master and organist with three productions, as well as winning prizesChurch where she was cast as Aunt­ lodges as well as contributing to a from the age of 12 at Royal SouthElla in Music Man and Sister Bertha­ variety of local service organisations Street. In 1967, she triumphed second­in The Sound of Music. such as the RSL, agricultural shows, in Shakespearean recitals, second inIsobel is remembered as an Australian state school, historical and senior Impromptu Readings, first in the 21war bride, loving Marine wife, mother, citizen societies, PFA and Garden Club. Champion Recital and won both firstgrandmother, great-grandmother, Together with his wife Pat he travelled prize and the Louie Dunn Award forpiano teacher, performer and friend­ widely in his senior years maintaining Speech and Drama.This was front pageto all she met. contact with friends and relatives, news! She gained admission to the investigating family history and National Institute of Dramatic Art inJames George Crawford (1939) on­ exploring new cultural experiences. Sydney, but was encouraged to study16 August 2015, husband of Pat, brother­ education in Melbourne. After marryingof Andrew (1952) and uncle of Fiona­ Elsie Jean Morison (1940) on 5 April Brian they moved to teach at Sea Lake,Boyer (1984). 2016. Elsie’s remarkable career is Victoria. Kay worked most of her life­James was born at ‘Woodlands’,­ featured on page 20 of this issue­ in the non-government public healtha property built by his grandfather, the of ringaroo. sector. She gained a Bachelor offirst Andrew Crawford, in 1896. James Psychology and a Masters of Publicboarded at Ballarat College 1936-1937. Doris Annie (Tinney) Tippett (1947)­ Health from the University of Melbourne.He received a H V McKay Scholarship, on 3 November 2015. Doris entered­ Most recently she worked as Healthwon a cup in the athletic sports and the school in 1940. Promotion Coordinator at the Cancerwas a member of the rowing seconds Council, Tasmania. Ros (Guymer)in 1937. James returned to farm at John Gottfried Keller (1962), brother­ Winkler (1969), has written, “I’m soWoodlands after his schooling.­ of Peter (1961). John attended Ballarat sorry to hear about Kay … she was myOn 5 September 1942 he enlisted in­ College as a boarder 1952 – 1959. His favourite older student at Clarendon.20 Pioneer Battalion in Dutch New Guinea brother Peter has let the school know Probably two years older but soseeing active service during 1944-5. He John was always very proud of the impressive – kind, clever, quiet – serenewas discharged in 1946 and returned to College and fondly remembered the actually - and best of all friendly to mefarming again at Woodlands, buying a friends he made there. who needed someone like her”.neighbouring property, expanding the Kay Lorraine (Kauffman) Gunn (1964)business, buying farm machinery and on 24 November 2015, wife of Brian­putting in milking machines. He milked and mother of Ricky and Chantelle.cows until he was 82! James was a Kay grew up in a home 50 metres fromproud member of the Toolamba Church, the school property and attendedserving as organist and elder for over Clarendon PLC from pre-school to Form 6.50 years and treasurer for over 40 years. One of Kay’s passions was acting. She played George Bernard Shaw’s Saint

34 Volume 33Graeme Rodda Nicholls (1966) on 6 Colin Morris Williams (1971) on 6 EngagementsOctober 2015, husband of Robyn, son­ November 2015, husband of Glenys, Gabrielle Lannigan (2003) to­of Arley Jane (Rodda) Nicholls (1930) father of Amanda, Kylie, Mark and Lincoln Stephensand brother of Alison Arley (Nicholls) Megan, and brother of Tania (1986). Angela McClure (2008) to­Thompson (1970). Colin attended Ballarat College 1963 Cameron RogersGraeme attended Ballarat College from – 1970.1960. He attained the Bronze, Silver­ Danielle Gargano to Matt Karafilisand Gold Duke of Edinburgh Awards, Carol Lynette (Prowse) Grant (1980) onthe Gold Award being presented to him 31 October 2015, wife of Craig, mother Marriagesby HRH Prince Philip at Government of Emily (current student) and Luke Theresa Aberline to AlexanderHouse in 1967. After leaving school, (past student), sister of Graeme (1982), Thomson (2000)Graeme completed a Bachelor of Business, Gayle (1987) and Robert (1989). Danielle Gargano to Matt Karafilis (2003)(Public Administration) and a Bachelor Carol attended Ballarat Clarendon Cassie Turner (2006) to Ashley Dunneof Business (Local Government).­ College from 1975 to 1980 and gained Laura Adams (2011) to Matthew WilsonHe worked at Vic Roads in Ballarat­ her Higher School Certificate (HSC) in Birthsand Melbourne for 43 years. 1980. From 1981 to 1983 Carol studied at Sally and Richard Abraham (1986) –Graeme represented Ballarat College­ the University of Ballarat, Mt Helen twin sons Henry and Albertin athletics, competing in running and campus, graduating with a Diploma of Claire (Carrucan) (1995) and Andrewrace walking events throughout his Teaching in 1983. Carol left Ballarat in Deveson – a son Hamish Johnschool years. He was a Victorian and 1984 for work, returning again in 1988. Lisa and Ash Baker (1997) – a son­Australian Race Walking Champion, She was extremely passionate about Myles Deanhaving won 10 Victorian education for both herself and her Lucinda (Munro) (1997) and ShaneChampionships and an Australian children. Her three children all Tippett - a son Jarvis RichardChampionship and represented attended Ballarat schools. Carol is Shelley and David Ulbrick (1998) –­Victoria for nine consecutive years­ survived by her husband Craig and­ a daughter Emma Louisefrom 1966. He held 27 Victorian and her three children Matthew, Emily­ Jenelle and Guy Lewis (1999) –­Australian records for all race walking and Luke. A scholarship has been a daughter Eliza Bettinedistances from 1500 metres to 50 established at Federation University­ Fiona (Lorensene) (2001) and Aaronkilometres. Some of the records he set to honour the life of Carol. Burfurd - a son Oliver Andrewas a junior have not been broken over Belinda (Ward) (2001) and Nickthe past 50 years. He was a member­ Nikita Mahree Lack (2009). Nikita Hargreaves – a daughter Madeleineof Athletics Victoria for over 50 years boarded at the school 2007 to 2009. Katharine (Cree) (2001) and Lukeand he served as Records Officer at the She passed away tragically in­ McCarthy – a son Alexander AdrianCommonwealth Games in Brisbane­ New Zealand. A commemorativein 1982 and the Athletics World Cup­ service was held in Ballarat on Sundayin Canberra in 1985. He ran a number­ 6 March 2016.of marathons; his first one being at­the age of 17 and he continued into­his mid-60s. Graeme was an activeFreemason for over 40 years, includingMaster of Ballarat Lodge and a memberof the Grand Lodge Ceremonial Team­in 1993. He was also regularly involvedin community activities in his localBlackburn-Nunawading area.The school apologises for incorrectinformation published in the Decemberissue of ringaroo.

35Philippa (Ulbrick) (2002) and Andrew PURE, a top manufacturer of digital Jane Cowles (1981) and FionaCostley (2001) - a son Lachlan Andrew radio. He has recently retired from­ Henderson (1986) were inducted into this position. the Zonta Club of Ballarat’s ‘GreatestClaire (Cornips) (2002) and Shane Women Honour Roll’. Fiona has been­Cleary - a daughter Rosie Barbara Judy Bryant (McGregor) (1959) is an impassioned voice for change during enjoying her retirement with lots of her 25 years as a journalist coveringLaura (Rae) (2002) and Joseph van Dyk –­ caravan travelling, involvement in local such topics as clergy sexual abuse anda daughter Wilhelmina Cate community and The Uniting Church. domestic violence. Meanwhile, Jane She has 11 grandchildren and, so far, has been heavily involved in improvingAimee and Andrew Harbour (2004) –­ two great-grandchildren which help­ the arts and tourism sectors of thea son Archie Thomas to keep her active. community through her work in the Sovereign Hill Foundation, SovereignAimee (Lawson) (2004) and Jarrod Lofts –­ Marie Young (Hill) (1962) has been Hill’s Gold Museum Committee, thea daughter Maddison Alice involved in administering and teaching Outdoor and Mining Museum classes for gifted students over the Committee and as chair of the ArtVictoria (Hankin) (2004) and Russell past 25 years through holiday and Gallery of Ballarat from 2010-2014.Parry - a daughter Georgia Claire school programs. Danielle Puentedura (Rice) (1981) hasWhat are they doing now? Erina Rayner (1965) is a Company lived in the USA since 1995 with herKingsley Bremner (1943) recently Secretary at NigelPaine.com. Erina husband Louie and has a Masters­celebrated his 60th Diamond Wedding studied Arts at Monash University and in Social Work. Danielle is working­Anniversary with his wife, Lenore, in Education at the University of Adelaide as a Child Custody Mediator for the­Western Australia. Kingsley turns 90­ and has received awards for TV movies Las Vegas District Court.in July. from the Australian Film Industry. Annabel Skinner (Evans) (1981) is aWendy Hainsworth (McGregor) (1954) Robert Tso (1967) and his wife Goretti solicitor in the UK.is a retired Nurse and Midwife and has visited the school on a recent holidaybeen volunteering for 29 years with from Hong Kong. Robert has been Jamie Smail (1984) works for theGeelong Meals on Wheels and 31 years working in the textile industry over the council as a Traffic Officer after a careerwith Barwon Health. last 35 years as he slowly tries to ease in the Police Force in Ballarat and has himself into retirement. three children.Andrew Smail (1954) was a BallaratClarendon College rowing coach for­ Robin Dobson (Oliver) (1969) has taken Chris Bernecker (1985) works in30 years and is now an active member up a hospitality position in Darwin,­ commerce in Ballarat.of various Ballarat committees at Mary River Wilderness Retreat.­alongside his wife, Annie Smail, who For the past two and a half years, Robin Scott Elsom (1985) spent a five-yearwas voted the 2015 Ballarat Citizen of­ has been an Assistant Manager at­ stint working for a US Militarythe year for tireless community work. The Riversleigh in Bairnsdale. Contractor in Iraq before returning­ to Australia to complete his MBA­John Clarke (1956) is living in Ireland Sheridan Palmer (1972) recently and is now a General Manager of anwith wife, Elaine, and family. He has­ published her biography, Hegel’s Owl: Australian outsourcing company whicha Bachelor of Commerce from the The Life of Bernard Smith, which specialises in small business accounting.University of Queensland and was explores the life of Bernard Smith­ His work means that he and hispreviously a Naval Officer, Fleet Air Arm and Australian art history. partner, Marita, split their timePilot. John is now currently the Director between Kandy in Sri Lanka and­of an aircraft leasing and airline Belinda Smith (Morrison) (1977) the Sunshine Coast in Queensland.consultancy company. supports ‘Bravehearts’ by paddling in­ a dragon boat annually to raise money Jeffrey Bruce Robinson (1985) wasGraeme Redman’s (1956) career in­ for breast cancer. awarded the CFA bravery award forthe technology sector developed into­ assisting in saving the life of a CFAa leading role in the introduction of Michele Fitz-Gerald (1980) is a member who had collapsed whilstDigital Radio to Australia from 2001 to Manager at JK Personnel.2014 as CEO of the local subsidiary of

36 Volume 33fighting a fire at Mount Tawonga.­ Steps Family Violence Response Centre role as a Beyond Blue speaker where­He was also named as the 2015 since 2007 and recently supported the he will be sharing his story of depressionAustralian Rural Doctor of the Year. Royal Commission’s report into family and anxiety so that others are able to violence which featured a number of have the harder conversations and­Sarah Coat (Smail) (1986) is currently­ her recommendations. seek help.a Medical and Educational Tutor in­the Cardiology Department at Epworth Nathan Costley (1998) has a Bachelor Joe Brooks pictured on the Kokoda TrekHealth Centre and has two children. of Commerce from Monash University and is currently the Head of Patrick Gibney (2006) is a ProcessChristopher Davis (1988) is currently Transformation at Aviva in the UK. Engineer at Gecko Systems.based in Germany as a Global Product Tom MacLean (2006) is a Journalist atSupport Manager for Caterpillar Inc’s Marcus Bennet (2001) is an Engineering Channel Nine.UG business. Consultant/Principal Transport Planner Matt Smolen (2006) runs his own at Jacobs. He previously studied Urban production company, Balloon TreeMichelle Kenny (Sharp) (1989) is an­ Planning at the University of Melbourne. Productions, and recently visited theEarly Childhood Intervention Team school to talk to current Year 12 MediaLeader at Noah’s Ark Inc. Will Jamison (2004) is the co-captain students about the importance of of the Victorian State Men’s Netball pre-production as well as sharing­Rae Sharp (1991) is a Barrister. team and plays Goal Defence and­ a whole host of hints and tips from­ Wing Defence. his experiences.Matthew Graham (1992) is a Sales Zoe Creelman (2008) recently visitedDirector at Lion Dairy and Drinks. Brooke Lockett (2004) recently received the school to speak at Chapel and her gold bar for 10 years of service to share her story with current students.Hilary Mulholland (1992) is a Quality Australian Ballet. Zoe was involved in an accident whereAssurance Consultant at JRP Group­ she lost her leg. However, herin the UK. Grace McDonald (2004) is a Teacher­ relationship with God gave her the at Kilvington Grammar School. inspiration she needed to recover andSimon Maiden (1993) appeared in the continue to live an active and healthyfeature film The Dressmaker. Zoe Coutts (2005) is a Corporate lifestyle. Finance Analyst for Estée Lauder in the Hayden Larcombe (2008) is an AirJake Mason (1994) is currently touring UK. She has a Bachelor of Commerce Traffic Controller at Melbourne Airport.with his band Cookin’ On 3 Burners, from the University of Melbourne and Caitlin Richards (2008) recentlyfeaturing Tex Perkins, and dropped in to a Masters of Media and Communications returned from living in Bangkok,­the annual Performing Arts Band Camp from RMIT. where she was working with theto mentor the students from the Barry United Nations Action Against HumanCurrie Stage Band. He gave them some Nicholas Eaton (2005) is in the cast of Trafficking Project (UN-ACT), totips and guidance for their recent Aladdin which opens at the Capitol complete her Masters of Public­performance at the Generations In Jazz Theatre in Sydney in August.festival in May. Tom Lang (2005) recently spoke at oneCathy Oddie (1996) spent a number of of the school’s popular science lecturesyears traveling the world, working in about his time on board the JOIDEShospitality and studying, before joining Resolution (research ship) and alsothe Department of Human Services, unravelled the importance of geologyCentrelink, in the Family Assistance to understanding the Earth.Office. She then returned to study andis working towards a Bachelor of Social Joe Brooks (2006) championed BeyondWork. Last year, Cathy commenced Blue this year by walking the Kokodawork in the finance sector as a Trek. Joe raised over $12,000 to help theconsultant for Hostplus Superannuation. national initiative to raise awareness­Cathy’s other passion is volunteering in of anxiety and depression, providingthe family violence sector. She has been resources for recovery, managementa volunteer media advocate for Safe and resilience. Joe is continuing in his

37and International Law at the University Mitchell Simpson (2010) is studying Claire Boatman (2013) is studyingof Melbourne. Caitlin is currently a L.L.M Medicine at the University of Melbourne. Nursing at Federation University.Candidate and Legal Research Consultant Hayden Emery (2013) is studyingat the University of Melbourne. Zoe Whitfield (2010) competed in the Primary Education at Federation Pier to Pub marathon swimming event University.Prue Bell (2009) completed her degree in Lorne. Meg Grover (2013) works in Eventin Musical Theatre before performing Management at La Trobe University.in the Melbourne Season of the Angus Clarke (2011) is currently Grace Johnson (2013) is in the secondAustralian tour of Fiddler on the Roof. studying at the University of Sydney­ year of an Arts/Law degree at ACU. to become a Doctor of Medicine. Jenelle Payne (2013) is currentlyAmelia Kerin (2009) is an Associate studying Veterinary Science at theGlobal Patient & Physician Services Julian Dean (2011) is a Diesel Mechanic University of Adelaide.Manager at United BioSource at O’Neil Transport. Siming Qu (2014) is continuing toCorporation. Amelia studied Biomedical record his first album which will featureScience at Deakin University. Rose Singleton (2011) is a Fashion Chinese country and western music. Stylist at AllSaints in London. She has Sarah Wynen (2015) received a FederationRicky Leyonhjelm (2009) and Sam studied Criminology at Deakin, Geelong University Scholarship.Willersdorf (2010) have qualified for and Personal Training/Business at the2016 Ironman 70.3 World Victoria Fitness Academy. Sarah Wynen picturedChampionships in Mooloolaba, receiving her ScholarshipQueensland, in September after Katrina Werry (2011) is a Massagesuccess in the Ironman 70.3 event­ Therapist.in Geelong earlier this year. Olivia Whitehead (2011) is a socialMatthew Olver (2009) is a Corporate IT worker at Northern Bay College.Technician at Viatek ICT. Matt Bandy (2013) is in the cast of LyricRachael Maher (2010) is a Theatre’s Rock of Ages.Physiotherapist at Lake Health Group.

38 Volume 33Lewis Collins, Adam Johnson, William Grigg, Simon McWilliam,Ethan Wright and Georgia GoldsworthyLewis Collins, Adam Johnson, William Engineering and Technologies. Georgia (Honours). Riley McGoldrick (2015)Grigg, Simon McWilliam, Ethan Wright, Goldsworthy received a Dean’s received a Community LeaderGeorgia Goldsworthy and Travis Outstanding Achievement Scholarship Scholarship for his study in theStewart (2015) were awarded scholarships from the Faculty of Health, Arts and Bachelor of Science Advanced Researchfrom Swinburne University. Lewis Design. Travis Stewart received a Dean’s (Honours). Theveen Tellambura (2015)Collins received a Vice-Chancellor’s Outstanding Achievement Scholarship received a Scholarship for ExcellenceExcellence Scholarship from the­ from the Faculty of Health, Arts and from the Faculty of Medicine, NursingFaculty of Science, Engineering and Design. and Health Sciences for his study in­Technologies. Adam Johnson received­ the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelora Dean’s Outstanding Achievement Emerson Cross, Tom Eason, Riley of Surgery (Honours). Yaesh SharmaScholarship from the Faculty of McGoldrick, Theveen Tellambura and (2014) received an InternationalBusiness and Law, as well as the Yaesh Sharma were awarded Monash Scholarship for Excellence from theRosemary Simpson Scholarship. University Scholarships. Faculty of Medicine, Nursing andWilliam Grigg received an Access Emerson Cross (2015) received a Health Sciences for his study in theScholarship. Simon McWilliam received Scholarship for Excellence and Equity Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor­a Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence from the Faculty of Law for his study­ of Surgery (Honours).Scholarship from the Faculty of Health, in the Bachelor of Laws (Honours) andArts and Design. Ethan Wright received­ Bachelor of Social Studies. Tom Easona Dean’s Outstanding Achievement (2015) received a Scholarship forScholarship from the Faculty of Science Excellence and Equity for his study in the Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science

39 Emerson Cross, Yaesh Sharma, Riley McGoldrick and Theveen Tellambura pictured receiving their Monash scholarshipsClass of 1986 Simone Byrne (Titheridge) is a Team Garnet Dean is a Franchisee of Mr Rental.Tania Archibald is the Chief Financial Leader in Marketing & CommunicationsOfficer (Australia & New Zealand)­ at Federation University. James Fell is an Associate Professor­at BlueScope Steel. at the University of Tasmania.Aaron Baker is a Senior Consultant at Alastair Chester is a Director at WallerBRB Computing. & Chester Printers. Janet Fraser (Mather) is the owner­ of The Provincial Ballarat.Kirsten Baz (Willis) is a Quality Officer Amanda Chisholm (Barker) is a HRat DHS. Manager at AMT Pharmacy Services. Bruce Garner is a Finance Manager­ at Cbus.Christopher Beattie is a Grove Manager Shane Chisholm is a GM of Sales &at Terrappee Contractors. Marketing at Seeley International. Janie Garner (Muir) is a Primary School teacher at Bacchus Marsh PrimaryYvette Brady (Thomson) has enrolled Louise Cooke is an Associate Nurse School.as a Nurse at East Grampians Health Unit Manager at St John of GodServices. Hospital and was nominated by her Justin Gilbert is a Data Analysis daughter, Lily Harvey, for Bernando’s Manager at Federation University.Paula Bray is a Manager at­ Mother of the Year 2016.Box Hill Institute. Jonathan Gunthorpe is a Minister­ Susan Cuthbertson is a Teacher with of Religion.Geoffrey Brown is a Director at Education Queensland and is currentlySutherland Farrelly. working in Bamaga, Northern Peter Gunthorpe moved to Texas­ Queensland. for a three year assignment with ExxonMobil.

40 Volume 33Kizanne Hoffman (Davies) is running Agency – for 5 years before starting her Yvette Trethowan (Poulton) works inElysium Day Spa. own copywriting business, Well Versed. Infection Prevention at SJOG Ballarat. Felicity has a BA (Hons) degree inAnthony Irish is a Partner at SED English from The University of Melbourne Belinda Walton (Haymes) is a CompanyAdvisory. and a PhD with the Journalism and Secretary at Haymes Paint. Media Research Centre at UNSW. A self-Narelle Jenkins is an IT Program confessed perpetual student, she is Rodney Walton is a General ManagerCoordinator at Telstra. currently studying Psychology at at Haymes Paint. Monash University. She is married­Sarah Keith (Shady) is an Outreach to Simon Plunkett (1985) and lives­Library Coordinator at Ararat Rural­ in Malmsbury.City Council. Meghan Page-Sharp has moved toAndrew Kinnersly is acting CEO­ Waroona WA to help out her parentsat Ballarat Health Services. Rosalie and Keith Page-Sharp, in addition to joining the St John’sHeather Kinnersly (Phillips) is a Volunteer Ambulance Service.Registered Nurse at UFS Medical. Sophie Percival (Murphy) is living­Michelle Kirkpatrick is an Adoption­ in Tunbridge Wells, England.and Permanent Care Officer at theDepartment of Health and Human Ines Perovic is a Deputy Area­Services. Manager at Department of Health­ and Human Services.Peter Kyatt is a Sonographer at BallaratHealth Services. Andrea Perrin (Blain) spent some time living and working in Melbourne andKimberley Kyatt (Crowley) is a the Gold Coast, before she and herRadiographer at Ballarat Health Services. husband moved to Ballarat in 2008 and welcomed the arrival of their firstBretton Leyonhjelm is a Director and child. In 2010 their second daughterEngineering Manager at Minnovo Pty Ltd. arrived. Andrea is going to study a Masters of Professional Accounting­Jamie McDonald is a Director­ at Federation University.of Marketing, Advancement andCommunity Engagement at­ Grant Pritchard is a Real Estate Agent.Federation University. Bettina Pritchard (McKay) is a SchoolFiona Meek (Houghton) is a Registered Nurse at Wesley College.Nurse at St John of God, Ballarat,Ambulance Victoria and Lake Bolac Craig Smith is a Piano Consultant­Bush Nurse Centre. at Prestige Pianos & Organs.Felicity Van Rysbergen (Nicol) has been Jodie Stonehouse (Williams) is aa professional copywriter for the last­ Branch Manager at ANZ.10 years, where she has written for­a diverse range of high-profile clients­ Nicole Strange (Nicholson) is anin Australia, Asia, the US, UK and Education Support Officer atEurope. She also has five years tertiary Department of Education.lecturing experience, in both theEnglish Department at The University Leigh Trethowan is an Oncologyof Melbourne and at La Trobe Educator at SJOG Ballarat.University, and was General Managerof her sister’s hip Sydney PR and BrandManagement agency – The Trish Nicol

41Scholarships to Student appreciative Scholarship recipientprovide talented to attend school supports programstudents with a on a scholarship to assist the nextgift of first-class generation of studentseducationAt Ballarat Clarendon College, we Year 11 student Thomas McClelland Old Collegian Dr Ed Roberts (1999)believe that financial constraints received a Geoff Brooks Memorial knows first-hand how an academicshould not prevent an outstanding Scholarship to enter Ballarat Clarendon scholarship can be life-changing for­student from receiving the best College this year. a student.education. “I am extremely privileged and Dr Roberts, who is a General Each year, hundreds of students honoured to be attending the school Practitioner and Paediatric Radiologistapply for scholarship-assisted places. on the Geoff Brooks Memorial with MIA Victoria, received aHowever, due to limited funding, we Scholarship. The scholarship provided scholarship to enter Year 7 at Ballarathave to disappoint up to 90% of these an otherwise unavailable opportunity Clarendon College.students and their families. and inspires me to make the most of my time at Clarendon.​“ Today, Dr Roberts is a scholarship In the next few years, we want to ambassador for the school,create as many scholarship places as encouraging others to support thepossible to provide opportunities for school’s scholarship program whichcurious and exceptionally talented provides students with a gift of astudents who are in financial need. first-class education. “More than 22 years later, I still feel privileged to have been offered this­ life-changing opportunity as it continues to motivate me to be true to my abilities, to be generous to others and to foster the joy of learning in the next generation of students.”To find out more on how you can assist the school’s scholarship program, please visitwww.clarendon.vic.edu.au/our-community/annual-giving-program/

42 Volume 33Reunions So far this year, almost 200 Old Collegians have attended our reunions. 30-Year Reunion, Saturday 20 February 01 02 03 04

43Upcoming reunions 5-Year Reunion­ Ballarat College Reunion­ Saturday 23 July Saturday 3 September 20-Year Reunion­ 10-Year Reunion­ Saturday 27 August Saturday 15 OctoberRowing Reunion, Saturday 27 February 30-Year Reunion­ Saturday 25 February 2017 01 Janet Fraser (Mather), Yvette Brady (Thomson), Brett Leyonhjelm, Kate Collinson (Anderson) 05 Kizanne Hoffman, Simone Byrne, Jacinta Sharry, Michele Fitz-Gerald 05 02 Felicity Van Rysbergen (Nicol), Narelle Jenkins, Yvette Trethowan (Poulton) 03 Justin Gilbert, Todd Stevens, Andrew Moorhouse, Jonathan Gunthorpe 04 Rodney Walton, Belinda Walton (Haymes), Andrew Kinnersly, Bruce Campbell, Heather Kinnersly (Phillips), Heather Dixon (Hinton) 06 07 06 Emma Littlejohn, Claire Boatman, Madeleine Ross 07 Nicki Payne, Ian Peele, Brodie Sri Dargon, Grace McDonald 08 Richard McClure, Julian Dean, Matthew Graham, Tom Maclean 09 Waltraud McDonald, Alan McDonald, Stephen Langford, Fran Scott 08 09

44 Volume 33Reunions 5-Year Reunion­ 20-Year Reunion­ Saturday 23 July­ Saturday 27 August­ 5-7pm Drinks, canapes in Macfarland 5-7pm Drinks, canapes­ Hall, school tour­ in Macfarland Hall, school tour­ 7pm Light buffet at Lake View Hotel 7pm Dinner at Café Europa London Reunion, Tuesday 22 March 01 02 03

45Ballarat College Reunion­ 10-Year Reunion­ 30-Year Reunion­Saturday 3 September Luncheon with Saturday 15 October­ Saturday 25 February 2017­guest speaker John Birt (1954) 5-7pm Drinks, canapes in Macfarland 5-7pm Drinks, canapes in Macfarland Hall, school tour­ Hall, school tour­ 7pm Dinner at Café Europa 7pm Dinner at Café EuropaClarendon Ladies Reunion, Saturday 30 April 01 Deputy Principal Jan McClure, Nathan Costley, Marcus Bennett, Zoe Coutts, Arthur Drummond 04 Helen Holman (Laidlaw), Helen Woodhouse-Herrick (Woodhouse), Pam Humphries-Metherall (Metherall) 04 02 Hilary Mulholland. Rose Singleton, Annabel Skinner 03 Rose Singleton, Alison Drummond 05 Katrina Chapman (Ellis), Cheryl Malloch (Muir), Carolyn Muir 06 Marj Heard (Sudholz), June Harty (Thorne), Nola Bellinger (Fraser), Margaret Howard (Dalziel)05 06 07 Rhonda Dryne (Charles), Marj Cox (Shaw), Helen Pittard (Thomas), Marley Corinaldi (Smith) 07

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