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e all have a different sen e of the passing of time, depending on om age and circumstances. School days and years fly breathlessly by. Then, personal and family milestones such as 21st birthdays, marriage and the birth of children stand out briefly as moments of celebration in the fast-moving early years of adult life and point towards an accelerating future. By middle age, when life has generally reached a more serene pace, these milestone events acquire a nostalgic resonance and are relived - more or less imperfectly! - through memory. From that point on, wi th each passing year, our recollection of earlier times tends to become more reflective and meditative as we increasingly look back to om formative years for clues and keys to help us make sense of the people we have become. For a great number of om Old Collegians, this journey back into the early days of their lives is often triggered b y the various reUluons that dot the school calendar. And it transports them back to times they remember with a genuine fondness . One thing in particular I have come to appreciate in my short time at the College is, precisely, the depth of the attachment so many Old Collegians continue to feel for this school, wruch is still very much their school. Whether or not they can put their finger on a single decisive factor for some, it may have been the

ABOVE: Bill Phillips has invested J1'l.uch thought and energy into his leadership of the OGCA. He is shown here with some of his year group at their recent 30 Year Reunion. Standing (/-1'): Jock Whiting, Greg McLennan, Rob Doyle, Greg Stewart, Geoff Archer, Greg Lindquist and Jo Lindquist. Sitting: Jill Whiting, Sue Phillips, Bill Phillips, David Bourchier.

influence or example of a particular teacher (a JH Campbell or a George Logie-Smith), and for others the opportunity to discover and nurhue a special interest or talent - the fact is they h ave gone on, in their thousands, to build lives of sa tisfaction and success in an amazingly diverse field of pmsuits and occupations. Most, of course, have been' quiet acruevers' but there have also been many who ha ve eminently distinguished themselves in their special fields. Two events I had the pleasure of attending in the space of the same week last term brought home vividly to me how rich and diverse

College's lustorical roll-call is. 1999 is the centenary amuversary of the birth of the great scientist, Sir Macfarlane Burnet, who was a s tudent at the College from 1913 to 1916 and who was later (1960) to be awarded the Nobel Prize for his pioneering work in immunological research. His remarkable contribution (togetJ_ with that of Sir Howard Florey) wab celebrated in Melbourne at an event to promote the importance of Science in education and industry a tram brightly painted out to honour their acruevements was launched on a month-long publicity nm around the city. The two ViceCaptains of the school, Alison McMillan and Jarrah Gurrie, were present to mark a symbolic link across the generations with their illustrious predecessor, whose m emory will also b e suitably honomed next year at the College. Just a few d ays before this ceremony, at the MCG tlus time, the life and exploi ts of another Collegian and "charac ter " who went on to great fame in an entirely different field - Lindsay Hassett LEFT: L-r: Clifford Turner, Dr Pauline Turner, Max Walker and author, Jack McHarg, at the MCG for the laull ch of the biography all Old Collegian, Lindsay Hassell.

were recalled at a function to launch the biography by Jack McHarg of one of the grea t cricketing captains of Australia. Lindsay took over the leadership of the Australian Test team from Sir Donald Bradman and from 1949 to 1953, captained Australia on twenty-four occasions. In all, he scored 59 first class centuries, a record bettered only by Bradman before him. Closer to home, Lindsay's place in College's "Hall of Fame" lives on now through the cricket parents' support group which bears his name and honours his memory. A further topical event of historical significance for the College will be the re-enactment, planned for next January, of the ascent of Federation Peak in Tasmania, fifty years after a group of intrepid Collegians and staff became the first in Australia to . amplete this difficult challenge. (. !eral of the original participants in this expedition (Allan Rogers, Bill Huffam, Don Lawler and Fred Elliott) have vollmteered their enthusiasm and support for this exciting adventure, which has been prepared down to the last detail by Allan Rogers, the originator of the idea. Mrs Margaret O 'Loughlin (Head of Mossgiel) and her husband, Gary, will be leading our current crop of Federation Peakers in what will constitute a symbolic celebration of College' s generational continuity. For all their unique qualities as outstanding individuals or, more anonymously, as willing bit players, what I believe the vast majority of Old Collegians have taken away ~"ll. them as an endming common ~acy of their school days is, quite simply, a solid foundation for life. And in human terms, perhaps most

meaningfully of a ll, bond of friendship which live on today in a spirit of real fellowship throu gh the activities of the OGCA, in particular. On the s trength alone of the num erous " testimonies" I have harv s ted at reunion ga therings all over Victoria and interstate, there can be no doubting the immen e goodwill our Old Coll gian bear towards the school. Nur turing and harneSSing this goodwill for the continuing and future - benefit of the College is

ABOVE: George Logie-Smith, who was at the OGCA/Foundatioll Dinner, had a strong influence on studen ts at College whell he was Director of Music. He is rel/lel/lbered with lIluch affection by the students who sllng il1 the Gilbert and Sullivan Operas.

a major challenge, particularly at a time of increasing career mobility and geographical dispersion. The committee of the OGCA, lmder the presidency of Bill Phillips (68), invests a great deal of thought and energy in seeking ways to keep the flame of collegiali ty b uming brightly. New leavers are now invited back at the start of their first year out for a relmion-barbecue by

the boa tshed, at , hich life m mber of the OGC are pres nted with ei ther a tie or brooch. Decade r union dinner , which have a become a fea ture of the OGC ' cal ndar, are lmquestionably strong rallying occa ions. Another recent initia ti e, designed to boost intere t in the OGCA among former female s tuden t of the College, has been a special women's luncheon which will hop efully b ecome a well patronised , annual event. The threa d running through all of these activitie i , a I have suggested, a special bond of fellowship. It i

clearly in the College's be t interes ts to animate and energi e this bond which s traddle man generations of past Collegians and s tretches out prospectively, be ond the present, well into the futur . For that to happen succe sfully, at a time when" tribal" allegiances are aid to be on the wane, we all bear together a special re pon ibility.

ABOVE: Old Collegia 11 alld orlller Chairll/all of Coullcil, Dr \iorlllllli ~ \ ettellhall (29), mille to speak to studellt::, 0 1Vettellhall Hou-e. Frail/ left, i\ Ir Oal'id Cllrl/OW (Head of House), TOIll \ Vettel/llllll (>'ramisoll, Yr 11), Dr WeltelliLal/, Alice \Veltellhal/ (grlllldaIl 7 /zter, Yr 9), Bell \ ValleI' (Yr 12) alld Charlotte Patoll (Yr 12) WetteJlhal/ House Captains. Dr \'Veltellhall's father Dr Rolalld \ Vett~lLhall was also all Old Colle~IIlIl, II/aking Alice alld T011l fourth gelleratioll I \'eltel/halls at the Col/ege.

With the n ew century just around the corner, and the 150th anniver ary of College' fOlmdation on the not-too-dis tant horizon, thi is p erhap a timely reminder.

LEFT- II/ preparatioll for the FederatlOll Peak dill/b, L~t'llerollsly fllllded ['}' Old ColleL'ltlll Allall ROL't'rs (42) ,clIO dim/'ed it hi11lself -0 !It'ars a 't, st udell ts .holl/ ) t't7~, 11 alld L lire SIIOi:t'1l hat' O/l t1 tral llll,~ fcall.. at tel'''"S'''1 s Fall;:: ill the Otml RI1>I:t:.

byAlnn Willinmson, Chnirmnn of Council

he College Council, toge ther wi th Dr Turner and sen ior members of staff, recen tly participa ted in a Re trea t to review what sho uld be the essence of the Mission Statement of The Geelong College as it enters the new millennium and to determine stra tegies for the future dev elopment of the school. The Retrea t was highly su ccessful both beca use it provided Council mem.bers with a grea ter understanding of the complex issues which confront our educa tors and because we were W"uted in oW" vision of the nature of the fu ture educa tion offering of the College and the way in which it is delivered. It w as agreed that the d is tinctive elements of our s tra tegy fo r the hlture should include:-

• a comprehens ive use of information technology

Computers hav e made an enormous imp act on educa tion and will continue to do so in the hlture. In recognition of this development, the College has already embrace d information technology as an integral part of its education program. The College will progressively adv ance its use of information technology to significantly enhance s tudent learning outcomes and by doing so will b e a t the forefront of schools in Geelong in the use of computer technology in ed ucation . • the provision of pastoral care for students

The w elfare of its s tudents is of paramount im por tance to the RIGHT: Boarding is important to the College. This year school representatives went to the Hamilton Sheepvention to meet local families. From left, Mrs Margaret O'Loughlin (Head of Mossgiei), Mrs Andrea James (Admissions Manager), Mr John Wood (Mackie Tutor), Nick Braun (Yr 10) from Port Fairy and Alice Baulch (Yr 11) from Branxholme.

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A BOVE: The welfare of students is of pnramow;t importance to the College and pastoral care is based on the House System in the Senior School. New Head of Calvert House, Mrs Diane Black, is shown with,from left, Rebecca Richards (Yr 11), Brol1wyn Pettitt (Yr 11) and Ben Kloester (Yr 9).

College. As p erson al problem s of students are often reflected in their beh aviour and p rogress at school, it is appropriate that the College provid e p as toral care w ith p articular emphasis on preventative educa tion and the m aintenance of a safe and h armoruou s en vironment for students at the College. The quality of student welfare at the College w ill continue to b e imp roved throu gh a pro-active, resp onsive approach to the need s of students and the m ainten an ce of consistent stand ards throu gh out the sch ool. • a recognition of the importance to the College of its students and their parents

As valued clients of the College, s tudents and their parents sh ould receive p erson al and caring service from all w h o rep resent the College.

The service should b e resp on sive to their individual n eed s and exp ectations. In the pursuit of this obj ec tive, a cu stom er service orienta tion w ill b e fostered in all staff at the College. • a recognition of the need to provide for high academ ic achievement and oPFortunities for the acquisition 0 vocational education skills The College atta ch es grea t imp or tan ce to high aca d emic achievem ent. It also recogruses that som e students p ossess interes ts and abilities which are not acad emically oriented and aspire to a career that will n ot re quire them to pursu e ter tiary educa tion a t a university. _ Oppor tunities for these students w ill b e increased by d eveloping links w ith TAFE and trialling voca tion al educa tion training subj ec ts as soon as practicable. • a comprehensive co-cu rricular education program

Life a t the College ex tends well beyond the classroom and the core teach in g hours. It embraces a diverse ran ge of ac tivities tha t enhan ce the riclmess of the learning exp erien ce p rovided by the school. The co-curricular program will b e progressively extended beyond the ac tivities presently provided. A p erm an ent outdoor facility w ill be provided for the use of the w h ole College community, O Ll tdoor educa tion opportunities for Sen ior

I School students will be extended and the possibility of international associa tions investigated. • a continuing awareness of the expectations, perceptions and concerns about the College and the College community

In order to respond to the needs of parents and students, the College must be constantly aware of what people think of the school and how it is performing and be responsive to their views. Opportunities for the expressions of views concerning the College will be provided on a regular basis and parents will be encouraged to rovide effective and constructive (, ~ment about the performance of 1e school. This has already commenced with the recent survey of current parents. It was pleasing to see the excellent response ra te of more than 40% and that most indicated a willingness to participate in future surveys. The results will be processed and made available to parents early in the new year.

Council has recognised tha t a large amoLmt of work will be required to achieve the objectives established a t the Re trea t. Success will s ubstantially depend on the hard work, commitment and dedication of Dr Turner and her staff.

Their wi llingne to contribute to the ColI ge in this way, i , abo\'e all else, the rea on why we can b confident that the College will continu to be a trong and vibrant sch ool as it en ters the new millennium.

• the maintenance of a strong boarding enrolment

Boarding is important to the College because it both serves the needs of parents who live outside Geelong and who wish to give their children the benefit of a boarding experience and adds, through our boarders and ~*ir parents, an additional . 11ension to College life. Initiatives which enhance the benefits of boarding at the College and reflect the changing needs of parents and students will be pursued to maintain the strength of boarding at the College.

Alan Willialll son, Chairman ofCollncil, at the OGCA/Follndation Dinner with,!rolll left, Old Collegian Sarah Hendersoll (81), former jO llrnalist and IIOW lawyer, and Joyce Willialllson.

ABOVE: Vocational education training subjects through Iill ks with TAFE are being trialled at College. Exploring some ideas for the IlOspitalihj course with Mr Murray Fanning, the College's highly skilled Catering Manager, are Nick Bridges (Yr 9) and Lllcy Forbes (Yr 9).

A partnership in vocational and educational training o-operation with the Geelong Regional Vocational Education Council (GRVEC) and the Gordon Institute has enabled the College to broaden the range of subjects available to VCE students by including a Education and Vocational Training (VET) study as an elective. Such subjects not only increase the range of courses available for students to pursue, but also crea te pa thways to tertiary study and/ or employment. In many cases, VET studies contribu te to an accredited TAFE certificate and a student's VCE simultaneously. Currently there are 11 VET courses offered locally, with Hospitality and Automotive being particularly popular. Many students mistakenly

believe that VET studies are only suitable for those who cannot cop with the demands of a rigorous academic curriculum. Whilst the e cour es are more 'hands on' than many traditional VCE subjects, their appeal to a diverse group of student i increasing, and because Year 11 College tudents undertake seven ubjects, they are able to include a VET component without compromising their comprehensive academic program. Typically student who undertake a VET tudy spend an afternoon each week at the relevant training venue, as \V 11 a completing an industry work placement during the cho I vacation. This structur helps to reduce the impact that 'off it ' activities have on the rest of their College curriculum.

RlGHT: Showing th eir gold medals with Mrs Sandra Lea-Wood after winning the Slate Title in the Toumallleni of M inds,jro11l left, Andrew Chid:ey (Yr 6), joel Carn egie (Yr 6), Andrew Golding (Yr 5), Scott Willialll s (Yr 5), Alastair jones (Yr 6) and Blake Beaulllont (Yr 5), (Luke Dickens, Yr 6, is 110 1 shown,)

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by Sandra Lea-Wood, Special Edllcation Teacher

n Saturday 12 September members of one of The Geelong College Tournament of Minds Teams received gold medals after defeating hundreds of teams in their division across Victoria, All College teams performed admirably with team one, comprising Joel Carnegie, Alistair Jones, Andrew Chidzey, Luke Dickens, Andrew Golding, Scott Williams and Blake Beaumont particularly thrilled to be representing Victoria in the ational Ti tles, and a first for the Geelong region, of was Minds introduced to Australia in 1986 by the Victorian Association for Gifted and Talented Children and is now Australia-wide, attracting many thousands of students from both the primary and secondary years of schooling, Tournament

A BOVE: On the way to Canberra fo r the National Finals, from left, Luke Dickens, Andrew Chidzey, Blake Beaumont, joel Carnegie, Scott William s, Alastair jones and Andrew Golding,

Late in term two, 28 students from Years 5 and 6 registered their desire to be involved in this exciting and challenging co-operative problem solving activity. Team s are required to work togeth er on a Long Term Problem for six weeks without assistance from teachers, parents or peers, They are encouraged to explore possibilities and experiment with ideas as th y

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The Geelong College team Students present the product of presentation was of a very high their ideas - their problem solution standard, Despite their best efforts to a panel of judges and an audience on Tournament Day, They have a none of the Victorian teams were ten minute time frame in which to awarded the gold medals this time, present and this must be done The National Director of w ithin a 3 metre b y 3 metre Tournament commended the team performance area, The teams must on its outstanding behaviour and also participate in an unseen, team spirit over the entire weekend, Spontaneous Problem on Several people had spoken to her Tournament Day, This problem about the Geelong College team! requires rapid interchange of ideas, the ability to think An ed'1 ted letter to Mr Chr' creatively, and well IS LaWson H developed group coPreparatory Sch I, ' ead of the operation skills, Thnnk 00,

, you jar the finanCial m sending the prill1an sllpporl provided by the Co the Nat" I' Y Tournamenl arM' d ' liege to assist lalla FI/ml' C 1 111 S Socml S ' very creditabl III anberrn lasl Weekend TI b Cience Ten", to , Y and to have mad ' ,Ie oys peljo a II is I Allstrnlm in their diViSion l ell 10 the lasl seven tea illS. , asoanop uasal10llll d' M portllne time to S all, Ii1g effort rs Salldra Lea- w.' ac nowledge the Ir ' nlld in partic/I' , ood 117 facililaling this pro", emendous efforts of tal, the P~' om", wlt/m tI C The teams were alloca ted give the bOi'S eparallon oj Ihis leam SI I Ie allege :/ every suppa ,t ' Ie Was Ve' k preparation rooms and more Ihan a " and Iilet wilh the 'I Iy een 10 ne occasIon and as parent III III ler own time on were presented with the S We have a ' Aspa enthusias", alld 'd, pprmaled her problem tha t had to b e renls, We Would aI' gUI alice, falhel; who su so like to thank Mr 'Irev ' solved within three jealures oj the :por;ed Sandra ill Ihe SUpervisiol 01fOlies, Alislair's hours, The Social oys peljOl'lliance Wel'e I I oj Ihe team, Several t!Ie only all b wari lY oj , Science problem, for our All bO{ls had II' oys team al Ihe Slate and" mellilon, They Were :t lell' pare I . . Ivaliollalfi I team, was entitled sllpporl Ihe", 1;1 Cnnbe/~/~as ~~:III,1/lleldif1le siblings il1 the';/~:ence to "Menace or Miracle" Work to It IVa ved so a elld and helped show II I l/ie people taking li"'e o'fj ' Iyplcal "The team was to al If ' Ie eve! orfi " 1J liS and other C II 1_ nlll! y Sl!pporl portray Contemplato's a ege events T/' T! a totalfi ' ' IllS Was clear! Ie boys shared II ' nlllllyexperielice y meeting with the a l/iajorp 'I ' evelyone Was . al s n/iiOngsl thel Council of the Gods boys Were ~~ell theoPPOrll!l1ily 10 "slar" ;:;~~ves: ellsl!ring Ihal and show both sides peljonllances :1~ ;;""se their dral/ia and /iillSiC';:~ OlUn nghl, The of the dilemma as Ihrollgh 10 Year 6 Ie value of Ihese progral/iSfi' pl!lllig l!1 all well as how to II ' lUas no doubl ' , 10111 rep, Grade lelr apparenl 01 ' lesponslble illl! resolve the dilemma Mallett M SIS Iii Ihis area W. I a S/iiall l/ieaSl!re jar , ark IrlUill d ' e lave IIlllCh I t! of whether to parel!ls lUould Ik ali other specialisl sfn'« {, , a mnk Carole . l ela nck ~J Jor In Ihi ' eradica te the As a school thai s ks "OWledge Ihis 10 Ihe SlnJI s legard and as ee to "be the beSI inA I I' alidad/iiinisiralion sl lIdellls l . l!S ram " t/ ' laVe elllbraced the elm" : lese sevel! young Yours res ectfi enge Wllh gliSto (on behalfor t! p Illy Annelte Gidzey , 1 Ie parents oj II a Ihe teall/ l/iell/bers)

All the Victorian divisional teams flew to Canberra together on 23 October joining almost 400 students from all over Australia at the Heritage Hotel.

by Tilll Parkes, Teacher- ill-Charge Athletics

There were many individual and team highlights from the Geelong College Athle tics Squad this season. College teams won five gold medals over two nights at the Victorian Schools Relay Championships in Sep tember.

The Geelong College Girls team received the Trophy for the most successful school at the same meeting, from St Catherine's, Ruyton and twenty three other schools. Fifty girls and thirty-four boys represented the College at the Associated Public Schools Combined Sports in Oc tober. Our athlete s set fi ve APS record s and thirteen school records at this meeting. I~e College Boys team moved up one place from 1997 to finish tenth at the APS Sports. The winners were Ca ulfield Grammar. The College Girls tean. won the APS Athletics Premiership for the second time in four years from Caulfield, Carey, Geelong Grammar School and Wesley. Under the guidance of Mr Jonathan Ryan, a team of junior College girls won the U16 Victorian Schools Knockou t Final and will go on to compe te in the na tional final in Canberra in December.

Girls' highlights Despi te th e loss of Captain Lucy Cununins through injury, the depth of the Gil'ls team was shoV\TJ.1 by the fac t tha t we had fif teen individual

winners, even team win and fifteen second places in the morning meeting at Olympic Park. Many girls achieved personal bests on the day and the consistency and spirit of the team were key factors in their success. Individual event winners were Lucy Mills (Open 800m), Sophie Halsall (Open Long Jump), Sarah Johnstone (U17 200m and Long Jump), Georgie Clarke (U16 200m and 400m and U15 800m), Clara Davies (U16 800m), Tina Reilly (U16 Triple Jump, U15 100m and Long Jump), Brydie Meek (U15 Shot Put), Alanna Lyon (U15 200m) and Sophie elson (U14 100m and 200m). Other athletes to finish in the first three in individual events included Anna Fitzpatrick, Emily H aylock, Jane Butler, Reb ecca Herd, Tessa Fitzpatrick, Sally Kemp, Kathleen O'Brien, Pip Farr, Hayley Johnston, Pippi Lean and Sarah Schofield. Winning 4 x 100m relay teams creating new school records were the U17 team (Janey Gwyther, Sophie Halsall, Melinda Cooke and Sarah Johnstone) and the U14 team (Alex Champness, Alanna Lyon, Sally Kemp and Sophie elson). Georgie Clarke was out tanding in setting three new APS records in her sprint and middle distance events and Clara Davies also achieved a new APS record in the U16 800m.

Boys' highlights The College team achieved four fir t places, one second and two thirds in the eleven team Boys competition.

IBOI'E. \Tlctorzall Captain Tom Davi proYided a good lead with trong performanc in Schools'RelnL/,; Ullder 1 4 x- 400111 the Open Long and Triple Jump Champions: FrOIll (4th in both). Matt Goldsworthy wa left: James Bo,·toll 4th in the Open 800m and Tom Or 11), Jamie Bell Fallaw finished 6th in the Open (Yr 10), A!attht'iLl Gohts,cortilll (Yr High Jump . 11) mId Rlcizard Jame Bo ton dominated the U17 Jeremiah (Yr 10) sprint , winning the 100m and 200m and setting a new PS record of FAR LEFT: Girls' Captalll Lucy 10.84sec. in the 100m. A courageou win in the Open ':I:OOm and 3rd in the CUl/lmlllS (Yr 12), right, recelPes The UI7 Shot Put made a great Cltnllellge Cup contribution to the College point from the Caulfield score. Jamie Bell finished 5th in the Grammar Girls' U17 800m and Simon Robert on Athletics Captaill. was 6th in the 1500 in the arne age group. Tim Allen jumped a per onal be t of 1.85m to achieve 3rd in the U17 High Jump. Richard Jeremiah ran s trongl y to win the UI6 OOm and the improving Dean Elliott was 2nd in the U16 Hurdles. Prep. School athletes Jame Hope-John tone (4th in the U15 200m) and ick Bett (U15 800m) showed potential for th future. Good team contribution came from George Ritchie, Andrew apier, ick Bridge , Ben Collyer, Jacob Luca, ha un McKenzie, ick Guyett, Roshan Khozouei, tewart BELO IV: Prty chool AthletICS Hamilton, Jonathan Mitchell and Co-ordilltltvr, Wade Byrn . jOllatholl RI/an The preparation of both team wa a (ccl/ trc) with the credit to OUf keen and committ d Colle't' athlefc.;; H,ho ~(,Oll the ' group of fifteen coaches who LInder 1b \ 'ICtOr/,1II con trib ute so po iti v el to the -cilOols llt1ckollt experience of all College athl te . CompetitIOn

Let's explore by Milrilyn Keogh, Hel1d of Strings

ABOVE: Prep. School girls rehearsing a choml item for a performance before I1n audience.

RlGHT: From left, Robert Moffatt (Yr 10), Janet Lang (Yr 11), Derek Weeks (Yr 10), Robert Crittenden (Yr 10) and Marcus Lee (Yr 10) hl1d to overcome any fear to perform at the OGCA/Foundation Dinner.

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he co-curriculum which includes Music, Drama and Sport activities out of school hours, allows students to encounter situations where some degree of risk taking is involved in music. These include performances at Music Evenings, Assemblies, Assessments, College hmchons, such as Parent Dinners, the Carnival, Art sh ows, Foundation and Friends of the College Functions, Chapel, AMEB exams, VCE exams, Fo undation Concert, Musical produ ctions, TI1usic tours Eis teddfods and performances in the wider commlmity, weddings, parties cocktail and recitals. The types of risks pertain primarily to tha t of self confidence: the test of ones own awareness of self-doubt, fear, panic, overcoming nerves, controlling a whole range of physical and emotional feelings; swea ty h ands, increased heart bea t, nausea, memory loss, stage fright, as well as or alternatively the "high" that comes from the wish to perform well and to show wha t you can do the grea t thrill of achieving it.

\ The grea tes t risk is the Solo Performance. With thorou gh preparation, s tudents have a su ccessful experience during their performances. However, other factors such as the type of audience, (family and friends, p eers a t assembly, music evenings, assessment performance, eis teddfod, or public p erformance to the gen eral public) present different degrees of the risk involved and the effect this h as on the student. Music Students at The Geelong College are given oppor tunities from Campbell House through to Year 12 to perform in front of their peers and gradually to perform to various audiences . ot all s tudents feel all of the above-mention ed feelings, but many experience some combination of them at some time. The most intimidating exp erien ce tha t the s tudents are asked to encounter is the performance a t the

ABOVE: L-r: Yel1r 8 students Georginl1 Emselle, Adrian Weeks, Philippa Hilyden, Belinda Holt, Alicia Woolley, Minnie Sewl11 Toby Bucek, Tina Reilly, Jal1les Calder and Alexander Burton were l1Iagnificent in creating a chilling picture of life in an isolated inn run by a psychopath.

school assembly. Whilst these occasions present the risk tha t the shldent might fail / su cceed in their endeavour to perform, or tha t they w ill be ridiculed / praised for their appearance or performance or for their choice of piece to play, in

ABOVE: L-r: Gareth Ellis (Yr 12), Sam Percy (Yr 11), Kiri MilsolU (Yr] 2) I1nd Robert Crittenden (Yr 10) put in a swashbuckling and energetic pel!orml1n ce in The Three Mu sketeers.

classical music, the actual exp erience enables students to face these feelings. By providing repeated nonthrea tening aven ues through which to take these risks s tudents learn a grea t deal ab out their own

personality with all its strengths and fragilities. Gradually increased formality and higher standards can be introduced demanding higher risks. Within the supp or ted framework of the Music Department, music s tudents are exposed to the raw h onest feeling involved in performance and learn how to d eal with them. Hopefully when these same feelings are felt in different areas of their life, they are be tter equipped to handle them.

••• & drailla by Deb Hynes, Head of Drmna & Carole Mnllett, Prep. School Drama Co-ordinntor

'All the World's a Stage' and the sta ge that students of today have to ~ay on is often exhilara ting, - 'rrifying, eXCl tmg, frustrating, bewildering and wonderful. Mos t of these emotions (and many more) are part of a student's journey down the 'risky' road of adolescence. Through role-play, improvisation and exploring youth culture, we create a 'safe ' environment for our students to express ideas, explore different themes and build confidence and self-esteem. The biennial Campbell House production, this year u sed Roald Dahl as the inspi ra ti o n , with each class presenting a section of a story written by this famous author. The stories were ad ap ted b y Mrs Carole Mallett. The c hildr en loved participating in this introduction to theatre and the staff also had a chance to ' tread the boards'. Drama is a core subj ect from Prep grade right through to Year 7. In Year 8 it becomes an elective, but so s trong is Mrs Mallet's effec t on our students that mos t seize the opportunity to continue the subj ec t. Learning good communica tion skills, such as voice projection and physical clarity, and becoming confident in presenting before an

audience, important feature of Drama . In the Year 4, 5 and 6 levels, student often use their drama skills to display their work on topics such as 'Disas ters' and 'Sports'. Some of the secondary cla e have created short plays for a semblies which are purely for en tertainment, while o th er cla se have crea ted a message about issues of concern such as Social Service (40 Hour Famine) and the importance of looking after your back. Students demonstrated how to pack a computer into a backpack and wear it in a way that avoids damage to the spine. An important goal for many of our Year 8 shldents is to gain a place in the Year 8 production. This year the thriller ' A Dark and Stormy ight' was a tense piece of thea tre which ch allenged students because of its demanding charac ter roles. At Senior School, we continue with issue-based activities, exploring

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The student devi e improvi ation ba ed on the e ideas, e plore the conflict and di cuss the po ible solutions. They work as a cla , in small groups and often on their own, developing communication skills, looking at resolution , s tepping into other people's hoe and are given the opportunity to explore the world around them. Year lOs and lIs put on their 0" n performances a do the Year 12 Theatre Studies students for their VCE. On a larger scale, we ar very fortunate to be able to offer the students the opportunity to be involved in the School Play. LEFT: L-r: kremy 1 011711, Sam Baird,

Alexallder DlxonTrigg ami Harry Seward (all ill Multi-f) alll!1ljoyed perfonllil1g ill the productioll 'A Celebratioll a Roald Dahl at Call1pbell House

areas that are relevant and important to the students. Earlier this year the Year 10 Drama classes devised a unit of work on 'The Many Faces of Bullying'. It was a si.x week s tudy culminating in a performance for the Years 5 & 6 s tuden ts from Middle School. It was a moving, fLmny and realistic piece of theatre. Our Year nines are currently looking at some of the mai.n issue that concern teenager , developing interes ting thea trical conven tions in which to present the c narios.

Thi year 's production of The Thr e Mu keteers, had over one hundred people involved from the chool community. Confidence bloom d , camarad ri wa paramount, owner hip and pride prung forth and friendship were form d and bonded b many fabulou memorie. I'm ure rno t p pie involved would agree that it wa, an experience that was e hilarating, terrifying, e,citing, frustra ting, bewild ring and definitel "'"onderfu\.

A rich and varied Sporting I"fe by Trilla Porter, Actillg Head of Physical Ed ucatioll, Sell ior School & JonathOIl Ryall , Sport aJ1(1 Phy ical Education Co-ordinator, Prep. School

hildren from ELC to Year 3 spend time at Campbell House dev eloping their fundamental motor skills tick work, ball work and movement and also enjoy wimmin g les ons, Jump Rope, gynma tics and athletics.

ABOVE: Andrew Pettig (Yr 11), i17 front, and Ja mes Boston (Yr 11), behind p1lt their com pI' ti tive soccer skills into action as thet) compete in the APS Winter Competition.

When they move to Middle School they are involved in a greater level of participa tion and the introduction of team sports. Physical Education is a vital part of the school' s curriculum with students given the opportunity to develop physical skills while at the same time boosting their self-esteem and confidence. Sports and physical education activities at the Prep. School include gymnastics, hockey, cricket, football, softball, swimming, netball, tennis, athletics, basketball, underwater hockey, judo, fencing, dance and mo vement, personal fitness, table termis and badminton.

RIGHT: The Physical Education program at Campbell House involves the developmen t of children's fundamental motor skills. Here, children from Campbell House enjoy jumping hurdles at their Fun and Fitness Day.

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Staff provide feedback to their tudents, both verbally or via awards so tha t not only are the phy ically-able recognised, but the less able students are always encouraged for their attitude and team participa tion. The Middle School APS competition includes teams in the C and D Divisions ensuring that our students are competing against other students of the same ability levels. The House athletics in both Senior and Prep. School involve most students and great team loyalty is exhibited on the day. Every participant in each race is awarded a score towards the overall tally and contributes to the result. With the basic skills of a variety of sports being developed in Physical Education until Year 10, our students are then exposed to activities with a recrea tional emphasis in Year 11. These include such activities as rockclimbing, canoeing, rollerska ting, archery and yoga. Senior School students have the opportunity to play Tennis, Softball, Cricket, Touch Football, Swimming, Rowing, Surfing and Fencing in Summer. In winter the sports offered include etball, Hockey, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Basketball, Skiing and Football. In 1999 Badminton and Boys' Swimming will be added to the Summer sports' season. Between the Summer and Winter seasons, the most committed students join the Athletics program. While the majority of these sports are also played in the APS competition, some sports are involved in local community competi tions and student have the opportunity to travel and compete within the state, interstate and internationally. For example our skiers compete in the

ABOVE: TOIl1 Fallaw (Yr 11) takes a screamer with Nick Casboult (Yr 11) f ro nt and square for any crulllbs.

Victorian Interschools Championships at Mt Buller and this year had a trip to the New Zealand ski fields, while the Netballers compete in the Victorian Schoolgirls'

ABOVE: Th e Girls' First Netball temll celebrated winning the APS 1st Netball Competition this year. From left: Kate Macmillan (Yr 12), Mrs Margaret O'Loughlin (Coach and Head of Mossgiel), Charlotte Paton (Yr 12), Christie Fletcher (Yr 11). Other l'Ilell/bers of the winning squad included: Eliza Austill (Yr 12), Lucy CUllllnins (Yr 12), Rosie Bell (Yr 11), Sara!1 Johnstone (Yr 11), Edwina Blackney (Yr 12), and Leigh Matheson (Yr 11).

Championships and travel overseas every 2 years for competition. Many sports also offer pre-season camps involving sporting personalities and expert coaching. With the addition of Parent Support Groups for most of OLlr Sports, we now have the ability to draw on an even wider field of experience and expertise.

Boarding: Exploring Australia &overseas via Ire ne of the exciting experiences in Mackie and Mossgiel is the delight of making new friends. At College, boarders meet, live and learn with students from many parts of Victoria, interstate and overseas. Boarders at the College travel from as far away as Indonesia, Hong Kong, China, Philippines, Malaysia, Japan and Brunei. Hanum Juwita from Indonesia recalls 'Four years ago my parents made me sit down and have a serious talk to them about moving overseas to go to school. I was very scared when I .4IIIIirst thought about it. I knew that it . ould be very hard to adapt to the culture and Au stralian way of life. After the talk, my parents thought I should learn more English and the best way to do this was to have private English lessons in Indonesia. They were right! When I arrived in Australia in 1995, with my mother and grandfather, I was very afraid. On the same day I came to Geelong College. My parents had already told me I was going to live in a boarding house. When I arrived at the boarding house, everybody was very

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approachable and friendly. After four years here, I still feel everyone is very receptive. I will never regret my decision to come to College. This last year ha been the most memorable period of my life.' Interstate boarders travel from their homes in Wagga Wagga, Deniliquin, Moulamein, Cooma, Kingston, Holbrook, Khancoban, and Kooringal. Closer to home our boarders travel from Mildura, Mortlake, Beeac, Tatyoon, BranxhoIrne, Apollo Ba y, Woodend, Port Fairy, Casterton, Buffalo, Castlemaine, Hawkesdale,

Snake alley, Li more, Coh una , Wool thorpe, Warrnambool, Gi borne, Timboon, Scott Creek, Sale, Man field, Kyneton, Glenthomp on, Macarthur and Terang. Whilst boarding life is bu )', boarders al 0 make time to enjoy the company of their friend from interstate and over eas, and remain in regular contac t wi th their familie via email, fa and telephone.

ABOVE: The winning boys 'Rumls' football team shows that country Victoria is well represented in the Boardil1g HOLise. (Rumls live out of town, ie all a properh}/farm J

ABO\ E: The Willllillg urball (lIVe /II tOlL'lI or Cltlll -,irl.; ,;occer team at the Family Boardlll Day /IIe/ude' girl: rom Ol'erseas alld Victona . Back row, I-r: Ellell Begely (Yr 1"21 from Apollo Bay. Cry.;tal Webster ()'r 11) from Brullel. ASrl Asikill (Yr 10) from Illdollt!sia, Irellc TalljollO n rlO ) from Illdoliesia, Kayo Takada Or lO)frOIll lapall, Ajcllg Pitaloka (Yr 10) from Illdolle51O. Frollt rOl(!. l-r: Katlt' OlifffrOIll USA Emily Haylock (Yr 11) fro III Warmalllbool, 10 TOllgh 0 r 1D from Hone' E-.ollg. Olil'ia To ugh Or 101 from HOllg E-.ollg Yasmill Kapitml 0 r IOlfrom [11 dOI1e51O.

College performs on the mountain

by Sophie Farrow & Marlon Law (Co-Ski Captains)

This year College took a team of 50 students, from Years 3 to 12, to compe te against other Victorian Schools at Mount Buller. Lead up to the even t included an information night for competitors' parents, a BBQ and a training day.

This year College was represented in 4 snowboarding divisions, 14 Alpine and 2 Mogul divisions. Outstanding results included Roxy Green (Year 8) who gained 1st place in the Alpine division, with her team placed fifth. Roxy also took out 1st place in the Mogul Division 3 against 41 competitors. Jack Perry (Year 8) showed his talent in his 19th position in a field of

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223. Rebecca Rich.ards (Year 11), snow boarder, reached 7th in a field of 39 in Division 1. Sophie Farrow (Year 11) gained 27th po ition against 13 comp titor and Marlon Law (Year 11) fini hed 6th in his

Alpine event and 7th in his Moguls event.

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Thank 1r David Hibbard, par nt and ta ff for their encourag ment and w ond'rful support.

LEFT: Roxy Grecil alld Georgilla Clarke 0 I ') arc prcst'llted H'lth the Clip for the Victoriall Ullder 14 Girls Teallls J\ loglll \\'/IIllcrS at the lllterschool Championships .

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by Maria SlIIitll, Director ofCol1ll'l"Iunity Relations

holarship winners

ABOVE: 1999 scholarship winners include, from left: LOllise Gore (Yr 6), Stephanie Malon (Yr 6), James Calder (Yr 8), Cmnille Mewett (Yr 8), Alexandra Malon (Yr 8) and John-Palll Nicolo (Yr 6).

ver the past few years, Dr Turner has worked closely with the CowLCil to increase the number and value of scholarships available to College students. As with most Independent Schools, scholarships are awarded to students of outstanding academic ability (some of whom would not otherwise be able to attend the College for financial reasons), or for musical excellence. The scholarships offer one or two term's tuition fees for periods of two to six years depending on each scholarship. Dr Turner is pleased ABOVE: Nial McPadden and Leah to am10unce the Martella have both been awarded Year following scholar11 scholarships for 1999.

ship wimLers for 1999. For Year 7, AmUka Anderson the Morongo Scholarship, Stephanie Malon the M M Thompson (Morongo) Scholarshi p, JohnPaul Nicolo the Thomas Dam1 Freeman Music Scholarship and the Norman Murray and Margaret Venters Scholarship and Daphne Shum the John Lang Currie Scholarship. (These students are currently in Year 6.) For Year 9, James Calder the Farquhar DW1can and Flora MacDonald Scholarship, Giselle Campanaro the Thomas Dann Freeman Music Scholarship, Michael Chapman the Francis and Aline Roland Boarding Scholarship, Louise Gore the K McK Doig Scholarship, Alexandra Malon the Farquhar Dlllcan and Flora MacDonald Scholarship, Camille Mewett the K McK Doig Scholarship and Claire Simmonds the Marjorie L Balmer Scholarship. (These students are currently in Year 8.) For Year ll, Niall McPadden the Harold J Thorogood Scholarship

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and Leah Martella the Stuart Murray Scholarship. (These are both Year 10 students.)

ABOVE: Steven Pettigrove, the first recipient of the Russell Higgins Scholarship in 1998.

Stephen Pettigrove, currently in Year 9, was tlLe first recipient of the Russell Higgins Scholarship in 1998 which was only recently donated t the College through the generosif of tlLe Higgin's family in memory of tl1eir late brotlter. Any families wishing to find out more about the scholarship program are invited to contact Dr Turner on (03) 5221 1940 or the Director of CommW1ity Relations on (03) 52263123.

Our Ambassadors

at the Duke of Edinburgh Awards by Mr David Hibbard, Head of M11 thema tics

ABOVE: Alison Lean (Gold Duke of Edinburgh) and Jane Mitchell (Silver Duke of Edinburgh), both in Year 12, check their bearings at Wilson's Prom. in September this year.

he College renewed its involvement in the Award in 1992. To achieve a Duke of Edinburgh's Bronze, Silver or Gold Award students need to undertake Community Service, learn a new skill or develop an existing one further, involve themselves in physical recreation and complete a number of expeditions. So far this year Alison Lean has comple ted the requirements for a Gold Award. James David, Andrew Pettig and Nick Tischler have completed their Silver level and received their Awards while Jane Mitchell and Brett Owen anxiously await the stamp of approval on their Silver level. We anticipate that a good number of students will have their Bronze requirements completed by the end of the year. For most students, the Expedition is the most exciting part of their

involvement in the Award and groups of students have been away camping and hiking (or bicycling) in most holiday breaks in various forests and national parks. In the September break four groups of students enjoyed expeditions. Two groups completed quite challenging hikes in the Wilson's Promontory National Park. One of these hikes was the final Test Expedition for Alison's Gold and Jane's Silver. A third group enjoyed a more leisurely practice hike in the Otways as they began to develop the skills needed to undertake a more challenging hike later. Tim Macauley and a group of friends also completed a bicycle expedition through the Western Districts which covered several hW1dred kilometres. The Duke of Edinburgh's Award is an international scheme which recognises and rewards the efforts of yo ung people with initiative and drive and College is very pleased to offer it as an option for our students.

Christoph.er Black (Yr 5) & James Black (Yr 3) ambassadors for College in France.

Kriston Kiroff (Year 8) has returned from a four weeks trip to Montreal. She did the College proud as she visited the 'St Clemence' school and spoke to the Canadian students about College life. Another fine ambassador of our school is Christopher Black (Year 5), who is currently in Toulouse with his brother James (Year 3) and their family. The young Blacks attend a French school and regularly keep in contact with us via email. They will be back in April 1999. Christopher prepared a commendable presentation about the College and Australia. We are confident tha t he delighted his French audience with this outstanding presentation and his superb French accent. by Madame Jeanne Mirza, French teach.er

by AII/allda Swaney, CurriClllulII Co-ordillator, Prep. Scliool

Japanese exchange Junior High Schools of t is now easy to lmderstand why colleagues who had previously made the trip, were so excited about our 1998 Japanese Exchange and those over the past seven years. At all times we were surrounded by Japanese people who were the epitome of kindness and generosity.

ABOVE: From left, Ben Wolfenden (Yr 7) and Matthew Varley (Yr 8) presenting their Drama piece at the Farewell parh). Aaron Madden (Yr 8), Adam Shaw (Yr 8), Laura Myel' (Yr 7), FelicihJ Anderson (Yr 7), Joel Hutchinson (Yr 7) and Michael Dijkstra (Yr 7) are looking 017.

The City of Izumiotsu is part of the huge industrial area of Osaka and the link with that city and our City of Greater Geelong exists because of our common base of textile production, principally that of wool. Most Japanese speak a small le nolmt of English and our students studied basic phrases with Yukari Miyazaki who was our Japanese intern based at Campbell House. As ow' accommodation was homestay, she also taught us about the traditions of bathing, ea ting and most importantly - taking off your

shoes before entering a house. Mr Chris Lawson had some special assistance from Yukari with his speech writing and impressed his Japanese audiences with hi fluency in the language. Our tudent were invited to participate in the Junior High Schools' Sports Days and this was a highlight for us all. The style of competition is quite different from Au traliru1 events of this kind. Beca use co-opera tion and team building is such an vital feature of Japanese culture it is important to move away from individual excellence and success to tha t of team achievement. This was exemplified in the Tower Building event. Class groups of students up to 40 - devised a performance which incorporated gymnastics, callisthenics and weightlifting. The climax of the performance was when students formed a three tiered tower by standing on each others' shoulders. Two students then plunged into the arms of team members waiting below. Alternatively, the whole tower would collapse on top of itself. Both movements required rigorous discipline and endless practice and were breathtaking to watch. The second day in the schools of Ozyu, Seifu and Toyo was spent in the classrooms. The most difficult

section of the da y for the student at Toyo was their mini-Ies on presentation. Adam Shaw, Andre" Buckley, Kate Jeremiah, Katrina Petersen, Joel Hutchin on and Michael Dijkstra assumed the role of ' teacher' and introduced ush'alian animals to the Japanese students. To communicate information about a platypus which lays eggs, suckle it young, has a pouch and lives in bo th water and in a burrow is an enormous challenge. Our students

LEFT: Mr Chris LaWSOIl, Head a

the Prep. School, Fe/icity Alldersoll and Jenlln Spa/dillg (bath ill ) r 7), presentll1g the Mayor of l:::llllliatsll , Mnyor Chntnlli, with 17 letter af greetillg from the City of Grenter Gee/o/Ig.

performed their ta ks with confidence and skilL They were eagerly welcomed into the school by tl1e Japanese tudent who were keen to learn about Australia and to get their addre ses so that th y could write to them when they returned home.

the Solar Challenge This year's Victorian Solar Car Challenge was another successful year For our Preparatory School students . Twenty-two participants went along to ScienceWorks in Melbourne to compete and all performed extremely well. One of our teams won a place to compete in the National Solar Car Challenge, where we came sixteenth in the world . The children learnt many technical and constructive skills along with being a part of a team and making a commitment to the proiect. The challenge

Mr Parker assistilzg stlldellts witli n solar enr 1II0dei

ABOVE: Co-operailoll alld team buildillc ' which is a. eatllre of [apallese ClIitllre, was evident ill the sports days actipitzes.

was really enioyed by all and who knows, we may have a budding future solar energy expert in our group!

By Mr Dellis Parker & i\liss Tracey jClllliligs

Mr Harry Hood '82-'98

Mrs Janet Nelson '78 -'98 Having completed her third degree, majoriIl.g iIl. statistics and computing Janet wa recruited ill 1978 to teach a computing option to a senior maths class. She graduated to become Head of Maths ill 1984 for one year and then moved to the Preparatory School to make use of another of her degrees, a BA, and taught French. By 1986 Janet had returned to Mathematics at the Senior School and became the Director of Staff Development, a position she held until 1988 when she was illvited to become the Head of McArthur Ho use. She relmquished this position m 1997 after a most happy artd successful association for both herself and the students. Multi-talented, Janet has tutored staff on the use of computers, coached girls ' hockey, softball and tennis, and taken students bushwalkmg. Durmg her tiIne here she has made time to be part of the Affirmative Action Advisory group, ensured that the Bible m use throughout the school was the mclusive language version, and campaigned for girls to have equal recognition m the Head of the River program. Janet wanted no more than equality for the two genders of students (and staff). Janet was active for several years and eventually became the National Vice-President of the Movement for the Ordmation of Women in 1989, working tirelessly until women's ordmation m the Anglican Church was achieved m 1992. In her spare time, with her co-author, she published her first book, "Women of Spirit" in 1989 and her second publication, a book of prayers for all occasions, "Let Us Pray", is to be published m 1999. We wish Janet the fullness of retirement tha t is before her. by Margaret Lethbridge Deputy Head, Senior School.

Mr Harry Hood came to College iIl. 1982 as a brass teacher. After two years he took over as Director of Music and steered the College to the fine instrumental program we have today culminatiIl.g each year with the Foundation Concert in Costa Hall, Deakin Woolstores campus. One of Harry's greatest achievements has been the establishment of the Geelong College Concert Band (a force to be reckoned with iIl. the Eisteddfods at Geelong, Ballarat & Warrnambool) and the formation of the College Symphony Orchestra. A highlight for these two groups was the trip to Sydney to the International Music Festival m 1992 playmg m the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Town Hall and then on another occasion at Parliament House. Each year Harry has toured with the Band and Orchestra or held a six day music camp. Tours have mcluded country Victoria, Adelaide and Tasmania.

Harry Hood has had great foresight m the development of a College music library, the best iIl. the district, and the envy of many Melbourne schools. The Music Parents' Support Group formed by Harry in 1992 to help raise money for the trip to the International Music Festival, has continued and has been the model for other parent support groups. Harry has played a major role m the organisation of the Geelong Summer Music camps and he will continue to playa part m this event. We wish him well in his semiretirement. Harry will return as an itinerant brass teacher in the new year and will pursue other rural illterests in the district of Maldon. by Cnnnel Edwnrds Acting Director of Music

Mrs Marian Berney '82-'98 After sixteen years and nlll.e months service to The Geelong College Marian retired at the end of Term 3. Over tha t time she has served the school in several roles tha t have mcluded classroom teacher for Years 1, 2, and 5. When she was a Year 1 teacher she started the Christmas ativity play that has become a lasting tradition at Campbell House. She then moved into the Special Education Department wOrkiri' both at Middle School and Campbe House. In 1996 she took on the Librarian role combined with Readmg Recovery. Marian is passionate about literature and nurturmg young children to become successful readers. Her enthusiasm and creativity was always evident in the library's displays, program and collection. Over the years she has revitalised and built on her knowledge through regular participation m professional development, the most recent bemg her trammg as a Keys To Life tutor. She has been generous in sharmg her knowledge with staff, m particular this year mservicmg them on the Keys To Life Program. She has touched many young lives her careful nurturing and this be a lasting tribute to her. We wish both Marian and Derek every happiIl.ess m the future. by Libby Russell Director of Campbell House

Ms Fiona Knezevich '95-'98 Fiona Knezevich's flamboyant presence will certainly be missed at Geelong College. She has been mstrumental in stimulatmg and creating many excitmg theatrical performances. Memorable highlights include her drama classes, her Year 12 production of A Cherry Orchard and

the musical extravaganza, The King and 1. Anyone who had come into contact with Fiona will fondly recall her vibrant and charming personality. We wish her well as she pursues o ther ventures wi th her family overseas. by Kelly Clifford, Drama Teacher

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Mrs Jenny Hendry '82-'98

(fnny started at Geelong College in 1982 teaching Suzuki piano. Since then Jem1.y has been involved with the College Community Kindergarten, then full-time classroom music and private music tuition at Campbell House. Jenny has conh"ibuted a great deal of time and energy to the musical life of Campbell House. She has also written plays which have included: Trois Fois Passeras, The Little Prince, Home Sweet Home and a Celebration of Roald Dahl which provided a speaking part for every child. Jenny has also directed the Chrishnas celebration for Campbell House which is now held each year ~ St David's Uniting Church. The " _lality of singing has always been remarkable and often brought tears to the eyes of parents! Jenny has always compered the Campbell House music evenings and in recent years these have included enthusiastic performances from w hole classes - sometimes folk, dance, sometimes marimba and xylophone ensembles or recorder ensembles. Whilst at Campbell Hou e, Jenny ha s observed that young children love to sing and consider it a natural part of life ! Jenny has certainly played a major part in fos terin g such apprecia tion and enjoyment of mu i.c in many children's live . In her spare time Jenny has enjoyed outdoor activities and in particular, cross coun try and marathon nuuiing.

We wi h her all the be t in her new position of Head of Bostock House at Geelong Grammar School. by Libby Rllssell, Director of Campbell HOLlse

Mr David

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'86-'98

In 1986 David came to College from Monivae and now leaves u to take up the po ition of Head of Science at Toowoomba Grammar School. A Senior chemis try and junior scien ce teacher while at College, David has been a key contributor to the recen tly evolved Year 9 Curriculum Standards Framework co urse at school, w hile also completing his M.Ed a t the University of Melbourne. As Head of Coles House over the past eight years, David has expre sed grea t sa tisfac tion in knowing that h e has managed to engender an increased sense of "belonging" wi thin the House.

David has also engendered undying p assion in aspiring yo ung hockey players many of whom have gone on to represent their cl ub at Sta te league or Victorian Country representative level. His exuberance for this sport has re ulted in the introduction of high quality coacl1.es (ex-Olympians and State players), the capacity for s tuden ts to play in tea ms ou tside of College and in numerous hockey carnival. He has contributed significa ntly to the growth and involvement of parental upport in hockey and th modern synthetic playing field in 1997 is a dream come true. Few h ave been aware of his accomplishment as a violinis t, bari tone and madrigal inger, and as a conduc tor, gleaned from two year leadership as Lead Violin of the Melbourne Univer ity Orchestra . We wish him, and hi family, well in his continuing journey in life. by Gary MOlltgo/llery, Heari of Keith HOllse

Ms Maria

'94- '98

It i with great adne

that we bid farewell to our Director of Community Relation , M [aria Smith, who leaves College at th end of thi term to become Di rector of Development at Geelong Grammar School. In her four-and-ahalf years here, Maria became \ er) much the living heart-beat of the wider College Commlmity. As the College's first Director of Community Relations, Maria wO\'e into the workings of her office dayto-day responsibility for the wideranging activities of the College FOlmdation and the OGC ,for d Astra and other College publications and channel of commw1.ication generally, while guiding a t the same time the school' marketing arm. t countless functions, she was a bu y but always cheerful presence, never failing to prepare, anticipate and to liai e in order tha t everything should pass smoothly and "veIl. Maria has played a leading part also as a member of the College Executive Team: her view, informed b y wide commlmity sOlmdings, were a valuable filter for our deliberations and planning. h wa a welcome and regular vi itor to the common room where he lent a receptive ear to the joy - and trial ! - of her teaching coli ague . To tho e who worked along ide her in Davey House, !laria ha been a tonic. Maria i a proud, and devot d mother and is oon to become the wife of Old oUe ian, Rob Hamilton (56), who ha not pared himself, either, a aria' partner and un ung "a sis tant" at im1.umerabl oil ge gath ring~. And 0, finally, I am ure we will all wi h laria a ti facti nand lICCes'> in her new profe ional ended\ 111r and e\ ery happine , in her future maui d life. h!1 Dr Palllillc TlImcr 1'1I1/{'/pal

Preparatory School he Prep . School Parents' Association consists of mothers from the ELC to Year and typifies enthusiastic volunteers who fulfil a twofold role of welcoming and enabling parents to forge friendships within the College commwuty and also fundraising . "Welcome" morning teas for the RIGHT: A happy various year levels, the Campbell team of volunteers H ouse Barbecue, Middle School are, stalldingfrom Welcome evening and Year Level left: Judy Adam, dinners or drinks evenings help Angela Lyon, Chris welcome people into the College Faulkner, Maggie and help them "make a friend" for Bolsin, Mary Stekelenburg, the next occasion. Marilyn HillikerMuch planning goes into a theme Archel~ Susie each dinner, beautiful for Strachan, Catherine decorations and some filll activity Brennan and Julie to inspire interaction between Jeremiah. guests. All activities are low-key Sittingfmm left: Helen Wolfenden, but achieve the required aim. Annette Steel We have also helped tius year with (Secretary) , Jenny a fun and fitness day, facilitated the Mountjoy making of gifts for father's and (President), Sallymother 's day, held an Easter Raffle, Ann Westman (Treasurer) and Chris sausage sizzle, Tennis Day, Teacher Appreciation Day, and an Oaks Barr (Vice President). Day Luncheon, as well as attending monthly meetings where we share input from parents to the Head of the Prep. School.

by Jellny Mountjoy, Presidellt Prep. School Parents' Association

Annette Steel and Sally-Ann Westman for the demanding Secretary and Treasurer positions. They have kept the business efficiently in order and rw1ning smoothly. We would also add our thanks and good wishes to Maria Smitil for positive input to our committee. ~ will miss her encouraging personality and sincerely wish her happiness in her new role. To any willing participants we urge you to be involved to reap the many rewards and friendships on the Parents' Associa tion. I wish the new committee well for 1999.

Our fundraising over tile years has raised many tens of thousands of dollars and granted many 'wishes' requested by staff. Equipment purchased has ranged from canoes to cameras and outside furniture to shade-covers. Many major items have been purchased to enhance tile school and its facilities. We, the representatives, would describe our involvement as absolutely worthwillle, fun, busy and, at times, challenging, but worth the effort!! I would like to congratulate and thank all representatives on the committee for their contribution and co-opera tion and particularly

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ABOVE: A t a recent meeting were from left to right: Graeme Sanders, jenny Mo untjoy (President of the Prep. Parents' Association), Ken Coghill, Annie Yo ung (President), Dr Pauline Turner (Principal), John McLean (Secretary), Yvo nne McDonald, Karen Kelly (Treasu rer). Seated: Georgina Ayerbe, Claire Seward, Judy Ellis, Vanda Steele and Ros Betts.

h e Geelong College Senior School Parents' Associa tion ' s main function is to foster friend ships between the paren t body and the school and to raise money to assist with purchases for various departments in ilie school. The main function s organised are the Year

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Level dinners where we provide a variety of casseroles, salads and desserts. The Welcome Evening held just before school starts for the new year provides a time to welcome parents to the Senior School and new parents to the school, as well as a time to ca tch up with old friends . The Boarders' Parents dinner and the Valedictory Dinner also hold a special place in the school calendar. All of these functions help make the school a friendlier place for families. Earlier this year the Associa tion hosted Parent Forums where guidelines for responsible behaviour concerning drug and alcohol use by students were discussed. Parents very much appreciated the opportunity to talk with oilier parents and in turn help each other in tills somewha t challenging area. The Association also organises some of the memorabilia items and we now have a variety of items for sale including glasses, mugs, aprons,

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towels, scarves, playing cards, address b ooks, key rings, magnets and much, much more. Displays are provided on many occasions through the year and tile goods are on permanent display in Dave House. We also arrange the Second Hand Book Sale where students have the opportunity to buy and sell text books. The Second Hand Clotiling Shop provides a wonderful service for all levels at the school. Over the years many tens of thousands of dollars have been raised. During the past two years the Association has been able to purchase a ceramic kiln, multimedia machine, digital video editing facility, art easels, atils mats and special effects CDs willch have all been grea tly appreciated by the s tudents and staff. Our memberslup is a time that is enjoyed by u s all, the friendship witilln the group and tile sharing of responsibilities and duties make for a rewarding and sa tisfying time.

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ABOVE: Kerry Smurtlnvaite, Chris Reichl, Annie and Greg Donald and Terry Reichl at the Year 11 Dinner.

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( III ~ ABOVE: Chrisline Buckley, Austin Patterson, Ros Patterson, Derek Buckley and Heather Fagg were a happy group at the Year 8 Dinner.

ABOVE: Roger Gilbert-Kent, Carole Hazell (Depuh) Head of the Prep. School), Jennifer Gi/bert-Kwt, Joy and DOll1ellic Toffolon and Mary Armstrong were chattillg together al the Year 8 Dinner.

. Kevin and Glen Durbridge, Helen and Graeme and Pamela and Ian Petersen relaxed before sitting down to eat al the Year 8 Parents' Dinner.

and Dianne Delldle, Heather Plunkelt, Phil Blitters, John Plullkett alld Jane Butters were all smiles at the Year 11 Din li eI'.

friends of the college RIGHT: Past paren ts from 1978, Ian alld Jo Mann, ca ugh l lip all sOl1le art conversalion with past parent all d Old Collegiall, Harley Dickillson (52) .

ollege i \ery fortunate to ha \ e Tony forgan a foreman of the College ), laintenance department. killed cabinet maker he \\'a Apprentic of the Year "'hen he trained with Tommy Jewel in Myers Street. Tony came to the Colleg in 197 and i one of a very mall and elect band of cabinet maker able to make wooden Honour Board in the original old tyle. In 1990 he made three ne,v Honour Board to match the original one hanging in Morri on Hall and i now making a further three. Made of olid blackwood, he ha purcha ed the \ ood locally from Poly timber and Fagg Mi trelO have generou 11' moulded the big piece for him. A cabinet maker who take pride in all he doe, Tony and his men have made fiUino- in the Senior Library, including the cabinet on the wall, the desk for Da\'ey Hou e, furniture for the Early Learnin Centre and many cupboard ', office fit ting and ndle repair . Tony i a little en\'iou of the excel! nt m dem machinery u ed in th u tin Gray entre, a the maintenan e w rk h p utilise their old ne. In hi pare tim Tonyenjoy-the th atre, fly fi -hino- in the lake and now)' mountain and, of our e, th r i a work hop at home \\'h re he njoy making b autiful furniture f r familY em:l. fri nd .

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ABOVE: Reford Carr, 1958 Past Pa rent all d form er lIIinisler al St David's, with 1978 Past Parellts, Margot alld John Robb (43), alld pasl parelll Joall Halton alld lIlu ch loved Prep. Staff IIlelll ber, Leslie Haltoll (54).

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t was with great delight that Peter Bett , President of the Foundation Board, handed over a large cheque for $1.5M to Alan William on, Chairman of Council, at the OGCA / Fow1dation Dinner on Friday 30 October. The announcement that tenders had been let and work would begin on the Aquatic Cenh'e shortly was greeted with enthusiastic applause.

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Adam reco un ted s tories of schoo l including one abo u t the excellent help given by the librarian who provided him wi th th e Friday tipping guide each week! Gideon Haigh (83) is a free lance jou rnalis t who has worked in Melbourne, Sydney and ABOVE: Frolll left: Old Collegian John Philip (72) and his London for The Age, wife Su e from Eynesbury Station, Melton South, OGCA the Sydn ey Morning COlllmittee lIIember Steve Hope-Jolll1ston e (69) and Herald, The Independent CIIrrent parent, Janet Calder. Monthly, The Aus tralian and The Australian 's for the ABC's 7.30 Report, Channel Review of Books. He h as also 7's Australia's Most Wanted and the wri tten a numb er of books ABC's Holiday program. Starting in including "The Battle for BHP", 1982, sh e h as at various times been a "The Cricket War" (Aus tralian rep orter / n ewsrea d er for Channel 7 Cricket Society Book of the Year and 10 in Melbou rne and Channel 9 1994), "The Border Years", "One in Brisbane and the Investigators on Summer Every Summer " the ABC. H er last assignment (shortlisted Age Book of the Year as Law Corresp on dent for the 7..) 1996), "A ustralian Cricket Report. In 1996 Sarah won a Anecdotes", "The Summer Walkley Award and the Gam e" (Australian Cricket Quill / Melbourne Press Club Award Society Book of the Year 1998) and fo r the Best Cu rrent Affairs Report an upda te of Ray Robinson's classic and in 1997 won the Vic torian Law "On Top Down Under". His latest Foundation Award for the Best TV work is a history of the investment Report. bank BT Australia. Sarah referred to being the firs t girl There was never any doubt in the School Captain - and a Roman audience's mind that Gideon was Catholic on e a t that! Although the more than a ma tch for his teachers. College was fully committed to coHis sharp and pithy w it was still education, this was the first tes t for there! ev eryone's convictions and we Sarah Hen derson (81 ) is a lawyer gather they were interesting times. wi th Arthur Robinson and

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ABOVE: Gathering before the dinner were, from left: John Hindle (0111' Guest Speaker), with Kerry Betts, Gideon Haigh (83, writer/joJ (rna Iis t), Leon Wiegard (the cOl1lpere), Peter Betts (Fo undation President), Adal11 Hal1lilton (86, jOllrnalist, radiorrV presen ter), his partner Jill ie Barkla and Bill Phillips (68, OeCA President).

After dinner speaker and ren owned story teller, John Hindle, entertained guests with messages for his son about various aspects of life. These came as witty stories mixed with a sprinkling of rea l life anecdotes which raised many laughs. In a segment between entree and main course tha t has becom e immensely popular, Leon Wiegard, Master of Ceremonies, interviewed four Old Collegian s in the field of journalism/writing. Adam Hamilton (86) has been a sports journalist with the Herald Sun for eight years with a particular emphasis on horse racing. He is the Chief H arness Racing writer and works as a presenter on 3UZ Sport927 an d for ra d io stations interstate and in ew Zealand. He is the presen ter for Chann el 31 'Saturday night a t the Trots' program and contributor to the Channel 7 Sports World program. Adam has won awards each year since 1991 with the two lates t being Victoria's Best News Story for Harness Racing and Victorian Harness Racing Tipster of the Year.

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Peter Betts (President of the FOllndation) on left, hands over a BIG cheque to Alan Willial1lson (Chairman of Council) marking the commencernent of construction for the Aquatic Centre.

ABOVE: Happy Call1pbell Hou se parents at the dilll1er included, from left: Andrea Gray and her husband Geoff Anderson, Virginia and Chris Hayes alld Cathy Carm en.

John Button (46) is widely known for his political exploits, particularly for the definitive role he played in encouraging Australia's industry to shift its focus from domestic to world markets. He started life after College as a Melbourne lawyer, graduating in Arts and Law from Melbourne University. He is a . ofessi?nal Fellow at Monash ~.mverslty and IS now pursumg private and writing interests. He published "Flying the Kite" in 1994,

"On the Loo e" in 1996 and "A it Happened" in 199 . An excellent communicator, everyone enjoyed listening to his stories. He referred to the strong influence at that time on him and many of the boy of some of College' outstanding rna ter , including George Smith who was in audience. It was a different

ABOVE: Catching lip 011 news were,jrom left: Phil Hall (36), Johl1 Buttol1 (46, writer alld forlller politicial1), Hilary Hall, Alastair Hope (45), Ellell Hope, Bill Dix (39), Jan Dix, Margaret Herd alld Fred Herd (39).

ra and the ma ter were h Id in high regard. All tho e in attendance were proud to be a socia ted with the College. The exciting pro gre s of the Aquatic Centre and the wonderful achievements of the Old Collegians in terviewed reflected a school which could only be classified a being amongst the finest in Australia.

Adelaide gathering

RIGHT: L-r: Beverly Cameron, Frank Herd (69) Key Gifts Chairman for the Aquatic Cel1tre Appeal, Pal1land Allan (42) Rogers and Susie Herd. Allan is generously funding the 50th Anniversary Climb of Federation Peak by 12 students and three staff ill Ja77uary.

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SOVE: Derek (63) and Mitty Scott with

~ ever friendly and effervescellt Sue IlIld James Dickson (61) Sydney Brancll President.

ABOVE: Dr Paulille Turn er with Leslie and Geoff (65) McAdalll.

ames Dickson had the Sydney Branch' brown kitbag unpacked and the flag hanging as guests arrived at the Royal Automobile Club for the Annual Sydney dinner. The flag lists the names of all presidents since the branch was first formed. Dr Pauline Turner (Principal), Bill Phillips (President of the OGCA) and Maria Smith (Director of Commwuty Relation) and their

ABOVE: L-r: Frallk Herd (69) Foulldatioll Keu Gifts ChaIr/llall, Sarah Helldersoll (81), Dr Paulille TlI mer (Prlllcipa/) alld Gideoll Ha(~1z (83) had sOllie 00..1 storie- to exclzall 'e abollt l~ e at school

A small gro up of Old Collegians recei \'ed a \'ery warm welcome from [arv and Allister (-!-!) McLeod in Adelaide. With the weather being cool, Mary and Allister invited everyone in to their home and generou Iy donated all proceed from the evening to the JH Campbell Scholarship Fund.

LEFT: L-r: A ilia Ilda and Robert (60) David with Margaret Grallt alld Rod Crowley (59).

LEFT: Rebecca CIIarle (87), Geoff Williaills (87) alld Alllla Todd.

parmers were joined thi year by Frank Herd (69) Key Gift Chairman for the qua tic Centre ppeal, who outlined th work of the FOlmdation Board in advancing thi citincr project. With over 30 people attending and lots of good conver ation, th vening went well into the night with everyone enjoying the dinner and r luctant to hay it find,. We encourage all Id Collegi.ans in vibrant Sydney town to look out for ne t y ar' date.

ABOVE: Crlll~' \'all Coo/ell - ,'J ,lIld l\lana IIIl1h (Director of 0111111 WIl tv Relatiolls) joilled ,'CII,'rOIlS Ill'st Allista McLeod (44).

LEFT: Sonja Ballard, Nicole Curtis, Silsall Hedley (llee Al1drews), Fiolla Nelson, Dale Mllrpl/!J alld Nick Rlltile/ford .

10 year • reunion If each year group had a theme, the Class of 1988 would, without a doubt, be the class of travel and family.

Almost 80 percent have travelled and/ or worked overseas, a quarter are married or engaged and about 30 offspring have been produced (that includes babies that are due in the next 6 months). We have been busy! Although scattered all over the globe or fulfilling family commitments, over 90 past students and partners attended the 10 Year Reunion. This was the largest turn out in recent years. With so many people keen to catch up it was guaranteed to be a big night. Many thanks must go to Dr Turner, the Principal, Bill Phillips, President of the OGCA, Maria Smith and Kristen Fry for organising the event, the catering staff for the delicious food and plentiful drink, Nicki Edwards for getting the ball rolling and Tim Edwards for his speech (it was nice to see he had overcome his fear of public speaking!!). The night was a great success and I look forward to seeing everyone again at the 20 Year Reunion. by Kelly Hyland, (nee O'Brien)

RlGHT: Melinda Wiggs, Simone Hobday, Louise Abikhair, Andrew Williams, Liz Moore, Alistair HUl1ter al1d David Moore.

RlGHT: Rachel Hine, Cait Hawkins , Aaron. Hase, Andrew Williams, David Hyland, Kelly Hyland (nee O'Brien.) and Toni Farrell.

RlGHT: Nicki Edwards (nee Marshman), Tim Ellis, Stewart Wills, Courtney Blood and David Hay.

ABOVE: Richard Mapsol1, Matt Dunstone, Jamie Thompson, David Hyland, David Matthews and Michael Nelson.

ABOVE: Jeremy Farrall, Ben Neville, Ros Lethbridge, Jason Nelson IIl1d Jasol7 Lawler.

Kellie Olsen (91), Ambassador for the Spastic Society of Victori _ During the last 18 months I have been a frontline public relations representative for the Miss Australia Awards and the Spastic Society of Victoria projecting the message that people with severe and multiple disabilities are valuable members of the community. In addition, I have been fortunate to have travelled throughout Victoria and have met a wide range of people. Winning the Award has given me an opportunity to gain skills in public speaking, media training, interview techniques and CV and report writing. This is the essence of what the Miss Australia Awards represents. It was a bonus to have been chosen regional titleholder as "Miss Geelong Ambassador

1998" and "Miss Geelong FW1draiser 1998" which followed by me winning State titleholder "Miss Victoria 1998". It was also a wonderful opportw1ity to participate in the National Finals for the "Miss Australia" title which was held at Parliament House in Canberra. A passion for gardening inspired me to study horticulture and I am now in my final year and still enjoy every aspect of gardening, landscaping and customer relations . Since leaving school I have formed many friendships through different alliances including time a t Agricultural College in Horsham and on rural properties in COW1try Vic toria. My greatest fulfilment was the unique and special friendships which were fostered at The Geelong College, commencing in Prep . School through to Senior School and beyond. My school friends have always given me their ongoing support and encouragement and, in particular, during my fund raising efforts for the Spastic Society. For this, I wiJl always be gra teful.

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LT Old Geelong Collegians Amateur Athletics Club 1998 was ano ther good year for Old Geelong in the APS old b oys and girl Cross Country wi th a trong showing a t mos t events as well as complete women 's team s a t several events . A number of Old Collegian s ma d e appearances through o ut the year including James Goode (94) , Andrew Lambert (92), Phil Bell (87), Aaron Wileman (90), Ross Quail (94) and Michael Henderson (96). Teams were fielded in all d ivisions including Men' s A & B and the Women 's division, w ith the Men's A team coming seventh in firs t division and the M en 's B and Women 's team finish in g m id-field _ their divisions, often struggling • make up the numbers. H owev er, the social hmctions w ere a h ighlight wi th the end of year Vo te Count / BBQ becoming a IW1chdinner-all night affair an d the Association dirmer at Wesley. Old Geelong is keen to grow in n umbers and would love to h ear from you. It doesn' t m a tter if you are a cas ual runner or super serious, as the competition caters for all levels. If you are in ter es ted in having a run in 1999, please call m e on 0414 763177 or drop m e an em ail at ryf@wsacom.com.au. by Ryf Quail, President OGCAAC

Old Geelong Collegian e rtists please note: The College Carnival w ill b e h eld on Saturday 13 March 1999, w ith the Old Collegians again takin g resposibility for the Art Show. In 1997, much of the ar twork on display was crea ted by Old Collegians. The Art Show was a tremendous success w i th n early $20,000 of ar twork sold. Th e College has had a lon g and distinguished involvem ent in the A rts over the past 130 year s, an d this is an excellent opportuni ty to showcase some of the artis tic ta lent of our Old Collegians along wi th o ther talented artists. We are naturally keen to rep ea t the su ccess of the 97 Ca rnival, so I en courage all Old Collegians w ho w or k in the Fine and Applied arts to contac t either Phil Taylor on (03) 52263125 or Kristen Fry on (03) 52263123 for an entry form and de tails.

A BO VE: Ferglls Harpley, Lyll Cim.;tll.', Geor e (03) Ch ristie, Johll Clarillgbold (Head 0 ,\ lackie) alld Lilli Ballich were slIapped ill the cOllrtyard.

ABOVE: LOllg time College supporters, Peter (44) alld Joy King, DOllald (42) alld llllla Call1eron, alld Jail Koch enjoyed the warll/ hospitality of Sue and Pllilip Baulch at tileir hallie ill Brallxholille.

A BOV E: Gerrie Griffin frOIll Hall/iltoll and Peter Youngfrom Macarthur were pleased to have the opportunity of weicoillillg Jelll1ifer Sloalle alld SOil, Ca ll Llm.

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ABOVE: Alldrew Sioalle (Vice Prillcipal and Head of Boardillg) elljoyed lIleetillg Topsy alld Alex (69) Balllch f rolll Colemille.

ABOVE: Mrs AIIIl Vile, IIlll ch loped Matroll of Mackie, en llght lip with Joall (holdillg Tilll) alld David (6 7) lv!cLeall .

REUNION LEFT: L-r: Del alld Stewart (59) Gray fro III G/t?IIorchy, Bill Phillips (68, Presidellt of the OGCA ) alld iall Lewis (52) frolll Ararat pllOtographed at tile Grall/pians Reull ioll . Stewart i ' also a member

of Tile Geelollg College COlllICil. LEFT: A yOII/lL~ taNe at the Gmmpllll1;:; dl/lllt'r,frolll left: :alll Kill,' (96) 0 Tatyooll . Dm.'ltt Jacksoll (73) 0 ' Amrat Geoff Laidlail' (69) of ·tramt, Rod

ABOVE: L-r: Margie Kilpatrickfroll/ Great Westem whose children Jallles (Yr 11) alld EII/ily (Yr 12) are boarders at Col/ege, Gary O'Lougillill, judy Barr of Tatyooll whose 5011 TOIII is ill Year 11 alld a boa rder, Roger Gilll/ore (61) frolll lNoomdoo , Des Barr (63), Virgillia Gilll/ore, Jilll Kilpatrick alld Margaret O'Lougillill (Head of Mossgiel) chatted extellsively durillg th e dillller.

UltYOOII Richard J.-.ill,' (9 - ) OfultY"tlll alld Bt'II Barr (951 of ultYOOIl. III ,~i,' II,' tlte Toa:::t tllt':, 10l' R.,d ulidlaH' lIlad,' ret<'rCllCC to the 1Il/lIlh'r l rn't",l hllt : lIt'cd,'d tt, I'lly tire scil,.,l ('t'"' l 'CT til,' !ICtlr;; !

ABOVE: Roger (bl) alld 0.'ola 1\ (cumsh frolll Lake Bll/ac alld J.-.CII ( - bJ alld Lal/rlt' Fleay f rolll Bllallgol" lUho art' a I50I"l~t parcllts, l(lCrC at the ,\ lamoll l? Hotd tilr tht' GralllpIG/IS Brallch RCllliioll . .

In May, Julie & Michael Aikman (46) tayed in Ma~orie & John Theobald's (43) holiday home at Entrevaux in the south of France. Kate Armstrong (97) i enjoying her time in England a a GAP studen t where she is teaching 11-13 year old children compu ter skill and how to use the intemet and email. She has just returned from a visit to France, italy, Germany, Austria, witzerland , Am terdam, and Greece where she travelled with Melinda Tyack (97), Tom Bridges (97), Hugh Baulch (97), Sarah Warrior (97), Anna Austin (97), Matilda Hobba (97) and Bethan Hazel (97) . icholas Bra den (89) is approaching 10 years in the Royal Australia n Navy. He is currently serving on HMAS Arunta, which is based in Williamstown, as the Officer in Charge of the Engineering Propulsion Plant. Robin Cave (84) recently moved to Sydney to work on various films as a digital artist and compo itor. His current projects include Babe II, TIle Matrix and Thin Red Line. Alicia Chong (91) who was previously working in Singapore with KPMG Peat Marwick, is now working as a corporate recovery consultant with KPMG Malaysia . Frank Davey (66) is now working as an analyti cal chemist for Nauru Phosphate Corporation in Nauru . Robert David (60) has been the Client Project Manager for the development of Kuala Lumpur's new Central Rail Station, a 70 acre, $A2 billion commercial development, since 1997. The new station serves three dilferent rail operators including the planned Express Rail Link to Kuala Lumpur's new international airport. The ra il station will cater for international travellers as it will include a 'world first' luggage check in / check out facility. Robert can be contacted at Robert.David@asiapac.bovis.com. William Dicki nson (83) and Edward Dickinson (93) are both currently working in London. Harley Dickinson (52) retired from State parliament in 1992 and is current President of the Geelong Community Orchestra and an active artist wi th the Geelong Arts Society. Tim Edwards (88) and icki (nee Marshman 88) have recently relocated to Bathurst, SW, where Tim has been appointed the inaugural Manager of the new Bathurst Entertainment Centre. Nicki is working at home looki ng after Jeremy and Chloe. They are expecting their third child in November and ca n be contacted on (02) 63344255 should anyone wish to say hello. Rob ert Farrell (83) married Kerrie Ray and they now have four chi ldren Da vid, Eliza and twins Benjamin and Joshua. erida Gill (91) after working with Jetset for

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three yea rs, is now working as a h'avel agent for Robyn Yeaman at Lara Travel. Ryan Gill (93) has completed a degree in Aviation at Swinburne and is now working as a pilot for Shaw flight Aviation at Borroloola in the Northern Territory. Hollie Goodall (94) is working in Insurance as Territory Manager, Sunshine Coast, Queensland. She has achieved two annual Australia-wide awards - Salesperson of the Year and Newcomer of the Year. Mark Grace (88) is working as a Manager for Harrods Store, London. Prior to this position, Ma rk completed a Bachelor of Ar ts (Honours) at Monash University and then spent time as Store Manager for Target in Southland and Clladstone. In 1996 he completed a business degree in marketing at Monash University. Michael Henderson (96) and Georgina Hart (96) were both delegates at the 30th National Australian Association of University College (NAPUC) Conference. This year's conference was held in Gatton, Queensland in July. The theme of the conference was how to improve life in University colleges. Michael is at Newman College, Melbourne University and Georgina is at the Student Village, Vic toria Universi ty of Technology. David Knight (94) has finished twelve months work at Kardinia International College as a boys' boarding supervisor. He is now working at Assumption College, Kilmore in the senior boys' dormitory as Dormitory Leader. Adam Laidlaw (82) i currently stud ying Environmental Management (Gradua te Diploma) at Swinburne TAFE in Hawthorn after working on the family farm with brother Doug (76) and father Robert (47) for eight yea rs. He is hoping to gain employment in the area of environmenta l management in 1999. Dougal McConnell (93) competed with the Vic toria Police Pipe Band and won the World Pipe Band Championships in Glasgow, Scotland on 15 August 1998. This is the first band from the Southern Hemisphere to ever wi n the title. He is now in change of the Drum Corps of the Ci ty of Melbourne Highland Pipe Band. Douglas Ooi (66) has happil y retired and is spending time playing golf, travelling and tracking down old friends. His email address is c1unyhiJ@singnet.com.sg. Brian Mabin (51) manages a busiJless which provides Assessment of Agricultura l Farm Chemical premises and is a course provider

for Aqsafe in Queensland. Aqsafe is the body that voluntarily provides the farm chemical industry with trainin g in poisons and dangerous goods . Also Mabon 's Timber Protection special ises in niche protection products for timber throughout Queensland and New South Wa les. Lisa McArthur (90) is in her final year of Natural Therapy at the Victorian College of Na tural Therapy and Alistair (96) is h'avelllng to China in February 1999 to study for six months. He is currentl y playing cricket for the Leopold Cricket Club. Kate McCann (87) married ex-College staff member, Geoff Peel (1985-96) at Deakin University Chapel on 30 January 1998. Kate now owns and manages Highbury Gifts and Books in Pakington Street, ewtown and Geoff is the Education Editor at the Geeloa Advertiser.

James McConnell (90) has been appointed Territory Manager - Invercargill, servicing Southland and part of Ota go for country foods. This is part of New Zealand's largest Dairy company. Kate McGregor (88) ha s returned from Indonesia where she spent a year conducting her research for her PhD. thesis which is en ti tied 'Indonesian Mill tary Represen ta tion of the Past'. In 1996 Kate was awarded a DLmlop Asia Fellowship to conduct her research in Indonesia. Juleia Nilson (93) is currently li ving and studying in Canberra. Juleia will graduate from The Aus tralian International Hotel School with a Bachelor degree in Hotel Managemen t in tile year 2000. Andrew Palmer (86) moved to Brisbane from Griffith in JLUle 1998. He is still working for CSIRO (Land and Water) as a Resear.liiI.. Technician. He has taken another can. direction and is no w working on a project ca lled 'Storage Ecology and Management'. His role in the project is working on the biomanipulation aspect where nati ve fish species are manipulated with foodweb re lationships in the hope of con trolling nuisance algal blooms. The aim is to elucidate the key biological, chemica l and physicaJ processes in stored wa ter bodies tha t lead to the onset and persistence of poor wa ter quality (algal blooms). The work is concentrated towards the ecology and management of tropica l and urban water storages. Andrew ca n be contacted on andrew.palmer@bne.clw.csiro.au Brett Peters (86) received his Ba chelor of App li ed Science in Tat ural Resources in South Austra lia in 1989. He worked In forests in Gippsland , fi sheri es at Yarram and was Victorian Pl anner of Scallops in Melbourne and is now in shark managem ent in Canberra. Sefton

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OBITUARIES We give thanks for the lives of:

Ri chard Roches ter (51) and his wife Sue, visited Ken Riches and family dl1l'ing a visit to Victoria earlier this year. Scott Rochford (93) moved to Ireland in October. Since he left Geelong College, he has been to school at Ipswich Grammar, Brisbane. His work experience has included working in a theatre, McDonalds, the Queensland Police Force and Atlas Travel TeclmoJogies. He intends to pl1l'sue a career in information tecl1J10JogY. He can be contacted on amuhilannic@hotmail.com Kevin Spiller (64) has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of the Maroochy Council on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland. The Maroochy Council is one of the fastest growing areas in Aush·alia. As Chief Executive Officer, Kevin will be respon ible for 1500 staff, an am1Ual budget of $200M and local government services including water and sewerage reticulation and capital works, operation of Maroochydore airport with emphasis on tourism and balancing the • futme development requirements of the area. For the past four years, Kevin has been CEO for the City of Darebin. Louise Thacker (88) married Jason Ward in March 1994. They now have a three and a half year old son, Hayden Ward and live in Lara, Victoria. Michael Thacker (84) married Louise O'Loughlin in September, 1994. They both live in Inverleigh and Michael is cl1l'rently a music teacher at orlane High School.