Lucernian vol 2 no 40 december 1969 reduced

JUBILEE EDITION 1969

O.LLEG

Vol. 2. No. 40 DECEMBER, 19►69

TEACHING STAFF • Principal: Miss L. SHAW, M.B.E., B.A., M.A.C.E. Head of Staff: Miss J. SUTHERLAND, M.Sc., M.A.C.E. Mrs. M. BARBER, Dip.N.Craft. Miss T. BELL, Dip.N.Craft. Mrs. V. BICKFORD, B.A. Miss B. BIRD, T.P.T.C. (Left the Staff, Term 2). Miss A. BOTTERILL, B.A., Dip.Ed., M.A.C.E. Mrs. S. CLARKE, Prof.Cert.Cookery. Miss K. CLIFFORD, T.S.T.C. Miss C. DAVIS, B.A., Dip.T. Mrs. A. DART, T.P.T.C. Mrs. I. DELLER. Mrs. B. EGAN, T.I.T.C. Miss P. EVANS, B.A., Dip.Ed. Miss J. ELMORE, Dip.Phys.Ed. Mrs. G. FILEBORN. Miss M. GIBSON, B.A. Mrs. A. GRABOVSZKY. Miss B. HABERSBERGER, Dip.Sec.Teaching, A.T.C.L. (pianoforte). Miss S. HEINDORFF, Dip.Phys.Ed.

Miss M. HENDERSON, B.Sc. Mrs. L. HOLMES (Joined the Staff, Term 2). Miss A. JULIENNE, B.Sc. (Left the Staff, Term 1). Miss L. KING, B.A., B.Ed. Mrs. L. LARCOMBE, T.P.T.C. Mrs. M. MacKINNON, B.A., Dip.Ed. Mrs. J. McNEIL, T.P.T.C. Miss N. MEJAC, Dip.Art. Miss M. MURRAY, Dip.P.Ed. Mrs. P. PARSONS, B.A. Miss J. PHILIP. Mrs. K. SERVICE, B.Sc. (Joined the Staff, Term 2). Miss R. STEERE, T.P.T.C. Miss R. STEVENSON, B.A., B.Ed. Mrs. M. THOM, B.A., Dip.Ed. Mrs. D. THOMPSON, B.A. Mrs. B. WEBB, Dip.N.Craft.

Junior School Staff:

Miss M. MILLER. Mrs. J. WALTERS.

Miss G. COURTNEY. Mrs. M. KERSHAW.

Nursery School:

Mrs. V. DENTON.

Mrs. J. SPENCER.

Deaconess: Miss M. WILSON. Chaplain: Rev. R. WATERS.

Music Staff: Mrs. G. BLAKISTON.

Miss D. BUTLER. Mrs. P. SPRATT.

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SCHOOL OFFICE-BEARERS:

• The Principal (Miss L. Shaw) is Patron of all School Activities.

Prefects: Head Prefect: Glenda Mitchell, Judith Cuthbertson, Helen Darby, Pamela Ingpen, Judith Matheson, Pamela Ruppin, Barbara Selman, Susan Taylor, Robyn VickersWillis, Elizabeth Wright. All Matriculation girls are Deputy Prefects.

Lucernian Committee: Editress: Elizabeth Wright; Sub-Editress: Myrna Walter; Susan Connor, Judith Ince, Anne Kefford, Rae Lavery, Sallyanne Moss, Pamela Ruppin, Helen Sloane, Susan Taylor.

Library Committee: Librarian: Susan Abasa; Barbara Bayliss, Christa Birdsey, Judith Cuthbertson, Catherine Grant, Judith Ince, Judith Matheson, Catriona McGregor, Jennie Miller, Gayle Muir, Margaret Petrie, Barbara Selman, Cheryl Swinton, Susan Taylor, Ellen Thom, Ann Thomson, Robyn Vickers-Willis, Jennifer Warland, Gaye Whitcombe, Elizabeth Wright.

Sports Captain: Joanne Heard. Baseball: Penelope Rhodes. Hockey: Penelope Rhodes. Tennis: Joanne Heard. Basketball: Joanne Heard. Swimming: Wendy Watson. Social Service: Miss Evans, Miss Steere, Lyn Dorrington.

Ardens: Harris: Lawson: Roslyn: Venters:

Sport: Junior Rep. Vice-House Capt. Sports Captain House Captain Christine Coutts. Susan Gayer. Christina Apted. Karen Burrell. Claire Bourke. Heather Hunt. Penelope Rhodes. Myrna Walter. Anne Chirnside. Roslyn Bennett. Lyn Crell in. Wendy Watson. Christine Spry. Susan Pyle. Keryn Cameron. Jill Harvey. Jennifer McConnell. Darolyn Clarke. Dierdre Cook. Phillipa Tarrant.

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CONTENTS

Teaching Staff School Office-Bearers Editorial A Jubilee Message Miss Gertrude Pratt Council Notes School Notes Head Prefect's Notes Art Report Forum Report Library Report, 1969 P.F.A. Report Music Report Social Service Report Sports Report Athletics Report Swimming Report Fencing Report Baseball Report Basketball Report Hockey Report Tennis Report House Notes Noye's Fludde Boarding House Notes Junior School Report, 1969 Junior Auxiliary Parents' and Friends' Afternoon Auxiliary Parents' and Friends' Association Music Examination Results, 1969 Examination Results, 1968 Salvette, 1969 Valete, 1968 Original Section Old Collegians' Association

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EDITORIAL

1969 is the year of man's first step on the moon and a year or change and unrest. Today education is responding to new stimuli and is changing to suiL the needs of a changing world. Sumo's are now not merely institutions tor gaining an academic training. Aitnough the academic aspect is soil naturally important, the scnool is becoming more and more a vital factor in the development of its students' characters. Today's educational systems must teach more than pure academic facts and rigidly specified subjects. The stress is now, more than ever, placed on a need fcr an education which will prepare the country's young people for their adult lite as responsible citizens in a community. This means that education must aim to develop the full potentialities and interests of the student. Already in many schools the scope of education has broadened considerably, thereby allowing for greater flexibility and providing a more individual approach which will in turn foster the growth of personality. As well as this, education is no longer confined to rigid text book controls and certain subjects. Students

are given advice — both individually and in groups — on problems which may affect their later life. Such counselling is today necessary, as many young people must face difficult problems in the near future. Experimentation is also becoming an important aspect of education: teacherimposed discipline is less strict and some schools encourage students to participate actively in, or even take the place of the teacher, in their lessons. In this way education can become more of a stimulating challenge. Where such education is unavailable, or where basic educational needs are lacking, students have begun to take action, either through their newspapers or by direct and sometimes violent demonstrations. Whatever they do, it shows that they no longer have the apathy distinguishable in previous generations of students. It is to be hoped that in Australia causes for students to react will be soon removed and that education will wake up to its full responsibilities.

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Elizabeth Wright.

A JUBILEE MESSAGE

We have now come to the end of the first fifty years of the history of your School. Council, Parents, Old Collegians and Staff are busily engaged in organising functions to celebrate the Golden Jubilee of Morongo. At a time like this, we need to pause awhile to consider the past and to look forward to the future. As girls living in these days you naturally enough take much for granted and maybe you do not fully appreciate all that has gone into the making of your school. The Old Collegians, many of whom were foundations or early scholars, could tell you much of the first years of the School. It was of course a small but steadily growing school. These girls were a happy band, taking pleasure in simple things. They did not have many of the modern facilities you now enjoy, but as a result they showed great initiative and called on their powers of improvisation. A curtain made of rugs draped over clothes horses, for instance, served for their plays and dramatic work. If these fell down at awkward moments, as they assuredly did, the mishap only added to the gaiety of the occasion. They made their own fun. Arrangements and settings today are much more sophisticated, much more professional. I strongly advise you, in spite of these, not to be too dependent upon the ready made entertainments of Television and Radio or any other media. These have their place in modern life, but I should be sorry to think that they are causing a loss of initiative or stifling imagination — in short that you are becoming merely spectators and are failing to use the resources that lie within you: I urge you — do not simply accept the privileges of your school as if they are yours by right. Do not forget the vision and the enterprise and the labour of those who made the School available to you. Think of the generosity

and the self-sacrifice of the members of Council and other benefactors. Consider the skill of those who planned and built and beautified Morongo and do not forget the former scholars and those dedicated Staff members responsible for the reputation of your school. And now we turn our faces from the past to the challenging future. Many of you will be privileged to enter the first of the second fifty years. The next half century will bring striking changes in the world and not a few in the field of education. Learn to meet these with an open mind and to be adaptable. Resolve that you will make full and honest use of the opportunities generously provided by your parents and the School, and that by loyalty, enthusiasm and personal effort, you will leave Morongo a little better for your presence within its walls. Lucy Shaw.

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MISS GERTRUDE PRATT M.A. (Melb.) Dip.Ed. (London) Miss Pratt's death on 23rd July, 1969 was not unexpected for we had known she was failing. It was however a sad day for Morongo when the news finally came through. A Service of Remembrance and Thanksgiving was held in the Hall built to honour her long years of service to Morongo. For years her past scholars dreamed of, and devotedly worked for this expression of their affection and appreciation. It was for them a proud moment when Miss Pratt herself, on 11th July, 1959, was able to declare open the fine Assembly Hall, which perpetuates her name and all it stands for. It was good that she could be present on that occasion and during the years that remained to her, she knew the important part the Hall was playing in the lives of the girls of Morongo. It is of interest to recall that on the foundation stone are carved the words inspired by the School motto. " Lucernam accendit " — she lit the lamp. In the entrance to the Hall the passage from St. Luke's Gospel carries the idea a step further. A translation of this Latin verse reads " No man when he hath lighted a candle, covereth it with a vessel or putteth it under a bed but setteth it on a candlestick, that they which enter may see the light."

It was in this Hall that tributes were paid to the first Head of Morongo. Members of Council and Old Collegians and friends joined with the Staff and girls of the School in a special assembly conducted by the School Chaplain, the Reverend Reynolds Waters. The President of the Old Collegians (Mrs. R. Pavia) read the lesson, Mr. E. W. McCann (Chairman of the Council) spoke feelingly of Miss Pratt in these words: " This special assembly is called because of the passing of Miss Gertrude Pratt, the first Headmistress of this School, and one to whom this School owes so much. This assembly is bound to be tinged with a certain amount of sadness but I believe that overriding that sadness is a feeling of thankfulness and satisfaction for the life of a wonderful woman. Miss Gertrude Pratt had so many of those traits required of the Head of a school. Probably with these she had the natural authority so necessary for any Headmistress or Headmaster to have. Miss Pratt has left memorials behind her one of which of course is this School which she loved so much. She was always longing to hear of the doings here and what great pleasure it gave her to hear of the continued suc-

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cess of Morongo. There is no doubt that the foundation she laid for the School had a great deal to do with the success up to the present time but I believe the greatest memorial to Miss Gertrude Pratt is to be found in the many women throughout Australia and other parts of the world today who, when they open their newspapers and learn of the passing of Miss Gertrude Pratt are going to thank God that they had her at one time or another as Headmistress." Miss Shaw then added her tribute: " We are here today to do honour to the memory of Miss Gertrude Pratt, the first Principal of Morongo. With us are the The Chairman (Mr. E. W. McCann), members of Council and many Old Collegians, who owe much to Miss Pratt for her guidance in their early years. Their presence today is an expression of their regard. Mrs. R. Pavia (President of the Old Collegians) read the lesson, Mrs. Fallaw — Vida Walter — one of Miss Pratt's Roslyn girls and a foundation scholar, will speak on their behalf. Other friends of Miss Pratt have also come along to join in our Service of Remembrance. "I stand here, to express the deep gratitude of Morongo and to honour the memory of one to whom the School owes so much. It is true that I followed Miss Pratt as a Principal, but long before that I was a member of her staff. I speak therefore with a personal knowledge of Miss Pratt. From my five years close association, I can testify to the splendid and self sacrificing part she played in the early years of our School. The new School was a venture of faith and any Principal needed great courage, great determination, great vision to see the School on its way. Miss Pratt possessed this courage, this grim determination and the vision necessary for success. To her tremendous task she brought a wealth of experience and a trained mind. The fact that after seven short years, it was necessary to move the School to this site on Bell Post Hill is proof of her success. "Miss Pratt asked much of her Staff and of her girls, but in her turn she did

not spare herself. Perhaps those who are part of the history of any venture are not the best interpreters. I realize that I did not come to fully appreciate all that Miss Pratt had achieved until I returned years later to take over from her. It was then I came to see the result of her meticulous attention to detail. Her careful records trace the day to day history of the School and her reports on the girls themselves reveal her dedicated service to Morongo and a deep personal interest in each girl — and certainly represent untold hours of industry. She laid firm Christian foundations and strengthened these from year to year during her 22 years of service. Her contribution to Morongo can never be truly measured — it lies not in buildings which we call " the School " but more important — in the character of those who came under her care. I have been particularly impressed with the attitude of so many Of her girls and with the part they are playing in the community. I believe this to be in no small measure due to Miss Pratt's influence. "Though she did not seek recognition, she must surely have found the greatest reward, comfort and solace in her later years of retirement, in the warm friendly interest and devoted attention she received from countless old girls. She appreciated this to the full. I believe it is not invidious to refer especially to the wonderful devotion of Myra White. What a comfort she — and her husband — have been to Miss Pratt. No one will ever know the full story. "Miss Pratt lived a full life. She retained her mental faculties to the end. She never lost her enthusiasm for Morongo and delighted to hear of the many developments of the years. She was so proud of her girls and of her School. She rarely forgot anyone connected with Morongo. Those who talked with her were constantly astonished at her memory of both their past and present doings. Maybe some even wished her memory was not so embarrassingly good. "The past year or two have brought

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weariness, but as she gratefully acknowledged, no suffering. She was ready to go and asked that we should not grieve for her. We rejoice for her that she is now beyond suffering and that she has gone to her well earned rest and peace, but we are sad that she is no longer with us. We have come to the end of an era! "And so, in this Hall which bears her name, I offer on behalf of Morongo my tribute of appreciation to our first Principal, Miss Gertrude Pratt." Mrs. H. Fallaw (Vida Walter) a foundation scholar and one of Miss Pratt's first pupils, recalled with gratitude the early days of P.G.C. The girls realized even then that though this was a small school with no ready made traditions, they belonged to a school that would grow in size and importance. Miss

Pratt instilled into them so great a sense of loyalty that everyone felt privileged to belong to P.G.C. These early pupils have taken great pride in watching the development of Morongo, realizing that it was gradually rising on the firm foundations laid down by the first Headmistress. To the relatives of Miss Pratt, Mrs. Fallaw expressed the sincere sympathy of the Old Collegians. Miss Pratt's favourite Psalm, the 23rd, was sung by the School and finally a Hymn of rejoicing, " Praise my Soul, the King of Heaven " followed by a prayer of thanksgiving by the Chaplain, who reminded the assembly that this was not an occasion for mourning but rather one of thanksgiving. So ended a simple but sincere Service of Remembrance to Morongo's first Principal.

COUNCIL NOTES

The fiftieth year in the history of Morongo has been a most memorable one. The death of Miss Pratt on 24th July, in her 93rd year, brought to an end a life of outstanding service to education. Miss Pratt was the first Principal of the School and held the position with great distinction for 23 years. Miss Pratt had

retained a very keen interest in the progress of Morongo since her departure. Her passing was referred to at the August meeting of the Council, when members stood in silence as a tribute to her memory. During the year, preparations have been made for the celebration of the jubilee in 1970. The manuscript and

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illustrations for the jubilee history have been completed and these are in the hands of the printer. Copies will be available early in the new year. The building of the new canteen represented a noteworthy addition to the School facilities. This project, in which the Council was assisted by the donation of funds by the Parents' and Friends' and Old Collegians, came to fruition in July, when a small opening ceremony was performed by the Deputy Chairman of the Council, Mr. K. W. Burnside. It became necessary to cut back and re-shape some of the stonework on the House because of the danger of pieces of stone falling from the top of the building. This work has been completed in third term and the building retains a most attractive appearance, despite this slight alteration. Extensive repairs to the dilapidated verandah are also being undertaken to ensure that the building is in good condition for the jubilee celebrations. The Council introduced a new scheme of fee insurance during the year, under which parents were offered two plans, the one designed to assist parents in saving through the medium of endowment life assurance for the payment of School fees and the other affording protection against the death of the breadwinner of the family and providing funds in this event for the payment of School fees. It is believed that both plans have advantages for parents, including taxation benefits. The recent government aid to independent schools has enabled the Council to avoid increasing fees in 1970. With the substantial rise in teachers' salaries in recent years, particularly in the case of women teachers whose salary rates have been gradually moved up to equal those paid to men, fees would have had to be raised substantially had the Government aid not been forthcoming. Someone has calculated that the cost of the Federal Grant recently announced will represent little more than the increase in taxation collected from the teachers as a result of their higher salaries.

Once again, the Council has been delighted with the success in both public examination results and sporting achievements. Other aspects of the School have all proceeded admirably and Miss Shaw and her staff are to be congratulated on another splendid year. SCHOOL NOTES

On Wednesday, the 5th February our first assembly for 1969 was attended by Mrs. Pavia and the Reverend R. Waters. Miss Shaw welcomed the new staff members and girls to the School. The new staff members included, Miss Clifford, Miss Davis, Mrs. Egan, Miss Elmore, Mrs. Fileborn, Mrs. Grabovszky, Miss Julienne and Mrs. Thompson. During second term we were pleased to welcome Mrs. Service and Mrs. Holmes to the staff. Girls and staff were sorry to hear of the death, in July, of Miss Pratt, the first principal of Morongo. A memorial service, attended by Council members, old collegians and present pupils, was held in the hall named in her honour. Miss Shaw, Miss Rentoul, Helen Darby and I, along with a number of Old Collegians attended the funeral of Miss Pratt in Melbourne. I would like to thank all those organizations who contributed in any way to the funds for the building and furnishing of the new canteen. This modern well-equipped building provides ideal surroundings for the day-girls at lunchtime, and the boarders appreciate the facilities over the weekend.

At the end of this, the 50th year of the School, preparations are being made for the Jubilee Celebrations early next year. These will be introduced at our Speech Night which will take on a somewhat different form from previous years. I extend the thanks and appreciation of the girls to the members of staff who are leaving Morongo this year and wish them a happy and successful future.

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Glenda Mitchell.

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HEAD PREFECT'S NOTES The Prefects for 1969 were: Judith Cuthbertson, Helen Darby, Pam Ingpen, Judith Matheson, Glenda Mitchell (Head Prefect), Pam Ruppin, Barbara Selman, Susan Taylor, Robyn Vickers-Willis and Elizabeth Wright. The induction of Prefects took place on Thursday, 20th February, at morning assembly conducted by the Rev. R. Waters, our School Chaplain. This year no Deputy Prefects were appointed and duties were distributed among the whole of the Matriculation class. The annual Garden Party was held on Saturday, 15th March. The Matriculation girls organized the sweets stall, while the boarders held a folk concert and the Leaving girls ran a coffee shop. Our thanks go to the parents and friends who helped make this day a success. Commonwealth Youth Sunday was celebrated on Sunday, 4th May, and girls from Sub-Intermediate upwards took part in a march to Johnstone Park, where the assembly was addressed by His Excellency, the High Commissioner for India, Mr. A. M. Thomas, B.A., B.L. I was privileged to read the Queen's Message and later, with Miss Shaw, attended a reception in the temporary Mayoral Chambers. Throughout the year, the Prefects and senior girls attended dances at the Hermitage, the Geelong College, Chanel College and the Geelong Grammar School. These dances were most successful and proved very enjoyable. On Sunday, 12th October, representatives from the four Geelong Independent Schools and Clyde, met at the Hermitage to discuss various School topics. This meeting was very informative and interesting to all those who attended. This year the School Church Service was held at St. David's on 19th October. Helen Darby and I read the Scripture readings and the address was delivered by the Rev. Rhys Miller. The Prefects were invited to attend the Old Collegians' Reunion and Lunch-

eon on 22nd November. Everyone had an enjoyable time renewing old acquaintances. On behalf of the boarders, I would like to thank Miss Henderson for all her help. Also our thanks go to Miss Rentoul for her invaluable assistance rendered in both boarding house and school matters. I know that I pass on the thanks of all the girls to Miss Shaw for her untiring interest in all school activities and her efforts to give us the best education possible. My special thanks go to my fellow Prefects a nd Matriculation students. Although all girls have not held official positions, all have helped in the organisation and success of school activities. Although the Jubilee Celebrations are to be held next year, this is the end of the 50th year of Morongo and I feel honoured to have been the Head Prefect of such a year. I am sure that during the next 50 years we will look back and remember our days spent here. To the girls and staff — both those returning and those moving on to new spheres — Good luck and God bless you all.

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Glenda Mitchell.

ART REPORT

The aim in art this year seemed to be that of achieving as many new approaches to the raw essentials of creativity, through self-expression, allowing as much freedom of the student, as is comprehensively possible. In the junior forms, emphasis has been placed on texture, and the reaction of the student when forms are treated in such a way. In the first term, the medium of expression was clay, with marked success by the students who grasped an understanding of the material through handling, though the art room suffered considerably. Colour too, was another medium of expression, with interesting and exciting results. The knowledge absorbed in art lessons throughout the year, was combined, in the third term, in different experiments to create varying textural arrangements, illustrating the individuality of each student, in her approach to a specific theme. Following this, Miss Philip tried to emphasize to her students, the basic meaning behind the forms, in abstract art. But such an attempt seemed, in most cases, to be misconceived. Senior forms followed a different course of concentration this year, with greater emphasis being placed on the field of Graphic Design and of printing. It was conducted on a larger scale than ever before, and it was greeted with huge success. Fabric was treated in a variety of ways, as another medium of expression, taking the form of batik, fabric crayon drawing, and silk screening. Fourth form students tried a different technique, whereby a sewing needle was adopted instead of a brush and expression was achieved through embroidery using coloured thread to show texture, instead of the traditional use of brush work. Paper work has also been attempted, students having the control of three

dimensional forms instead of the usual two dimensions. Construction took the shape of paper sculpture, mobiles — a mobile form of art, attempted by third form students, who designed a variety of patterns, all linked, both materially by thread, and aesthetically by the connection of the patterns to a specific theme. Other mediums of expression were lino cuts, dry points, and collage. Traditional methods were not abandoned, and the experimentation in other areas has been an aid in painting and drawing. A vast area, thus, has been covered in art, encouraging a great freedom of expression, as well as the necessary process of acquiring a fundamental . . . that of learning! Thanks must, of course, go to our somewhat over-worked art mistresses, Miss Philip and Miss Mejac, for all their help, instruction, and patience during the year. Rae Lavery.

FORUM REPORT

Once again this year the Prefects, School Sports' Captain, Social Service Representative, House-Captains, ViceCaptains and Sports-Captains, and the Form-Captains from Intermediate, Leaving and Matriculation met with Miss Shaw and Miss Sutherland, for our Monday lunch-time meetings. As a result of discussions at the meetings, the Junior House Sports' Representatives were included as House Officials and various Ground Tidiness Systems were introduced. Among the most prominent aspects of discussion were the Commonwealth Youth Sunday march, the School Dance and the new canteen. Although the weekly credits were still recorded, debits were replaced by Form Room Lists. We all thank Miss Shaw and Miss Sutherland for their continual interest and guidance in the School's activities throughout the year. Barbara Selman.

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LiBRARY REPORT, 1969

Perhaps the most notable feature of the Library this year has been its constant use by practically every member of the School, and its efficient functioning despite such extensive use. Over the past few years an awareness of the Library has been growing and its value to the School has been widely recognized. The diversity and scope of books available to the girls is realized when one considers that the Library caters for the tastes and intellect of the whole School, from second year Matriculation to the youngest members in grade five. Library classes in the junior forms help to accustom the girls to the procedures and functionings of the Library and it is no wonder that the Library is rapidly becoming of real importance, and something of a centre of academic and recreational activity. This year we have experienced a little overcrowding due to the large size of the Matriculation form and to the fact that much reference work has been undertaken. However, other than having to deal with the usual problems of talking and the end of term " hunts " for missing books, the efficiency of the Library leaves little to be desired. During second term it was decided to adapt the seating arrangements, thus creating greater freedom of movement and providing greater access to the shelves.

The members of the Committee have been involved in various other activities throughout the year. Several girls, together with representatives from the Geelong College, travelled to Melbourne twice to take part in discussions arranged by the Victorian Educational Book Council. These evenings proved interesting and stimulating, providing an opportunity for views on a wide variety of books to be exchanged. The annual Four Schools Night at which Graham Pizzey, the well known naturalist gave an enlightening talk on Australian Wildlife, was held at College in June. It is hoped that these meetings will continue with equal success in the future. The only other activity of note was a meeting of Matriculation students arranged by the Library Committees of Morongo and the College, to discuss books which were part of the 1969 English Expression course. Though this meeting occurred rather late in third term its success and undeniable value for those who participated gives rise to the idea that more of these meetings, not only dealing with English but other subjects as well, should be held next year. My thanks go to the members of the Committee for their assistance throughout the year and of course to Mrs. Clarke without whose help the Library would not function with the efficiency it does. Good reading! Susan Abasa. P.F.A. REPORT

P.F.A. commenced this year with a general meeting at which we discussed possible activities for the coming year and welcomed old and new members to the association. Office-bearers for this year were: President, Jan Smith; Vice-President, Anne Thomson; Secretary, Keryn Cameron; Treasurer, Cheryl Swinton. The committee consisted of Judy Matheson, Jennie Miller, Thais Horne and Sue Menzies. Owing to the large number of members, the P.F.A. was divided into Senior

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and Junior in 1968 and this decision was maintained for 1969. The officebearers in the Junior P.F.A. were: President, Margie Crossman; VicePresident, Nan Smibert; Secretary, Jackie Beckmann; and Treasurer, Janet Coutts. Fiona Heard, Sue Farquarson, Nonie Notman and Cathy Brewster were also on the Committee. Activities for the year included a combined meeting with the College, at which an address was given by the Rev. D. Bell; and a fifth and sixth form day camp at which the theme " The Dedicated Life " was discussed. The Junior P.F.A. also held a day camp, with a hike along the Batesford River and a barbecue. At our Badge Dedication Service this year, 40 girls received their badges. The service at St. David's was followed by coffee, an address and folk singing in the Church Hall. Our meetings this year have entailed charades, the annual making of the Boat Race Ribbons and visits to places of interest. Various people have been kind enough to give us informative and interesting speeches on some aspects of our service. I wish to thank Miss Wilson, Miss Mitchell and Miss Rentoul for their help in making our outside activities possible. We wish the P.F.A. of 1970 an active and successful year. Jan Smith.

MUSIC REPORT

Varied interpretations and conducting have been the highlights of music at Morongo this year. Some girls have attended the Geelong series of Celebrity concerts and have enjoyed Elyakum Shapirra, Walter Hautzig, Gary Bertini, Lucia Popp, Alfred Brendel and Gyorgy Pauk. On 6th, 7th and 8th August, in St. George's Church Mr. D. W. Martin conducted the combined choirs and orchestra in the Geelong College and Morongo production of Noye's Fludde by Benjamin Britten. The House Captains proved themselves capable conductors in the House Music Competitions, which were held in a form which varied slightly from last year. Mr. John Brockman, assisted by his wife, adjudicated. The winning House in each section performed its item in the School Concert at which Miss Habersberger conducted both the Senior and Junior choirs in their singing. The Drama Group also contributed to the concert. Morongo's senior Choir led the singing at the School Church Service with an introit, anthem and vesper. The Four Schools' Music Night was held at the Hermitage this year, in October, and girls contributed in a piano duet, a bracket of songs and in the orchestra.

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Guitar classes are still very popular and this year in grade 6, a number of girls have started in recorder classes. The recorder provides an excellent basis for further studies in wind instruments . . . but, unfortunately, there are instruments at school which are not being used. It is to be hoped that some interest, particularly in string instruments, will be shown next year. Catriona McGregor.

SOCIAL SERVICE REPORT " Every little helps " and to support this proverb we have given to as many appeals as possible. The diversity of these charities is great, and as long as we have funds, we will continue to contribute to these causes and so benefit the community. This year our Social Service fund has been well supported, and so we have been able to give generously. The Social Service fund was raised by the combined effort of the girls. During the year, many forms held a fete, each of which was successful and profitable. Throughout the year, P6X and P6Y have made clothes which they will distribute through a social worker at the conclusion of the year. Several other activities increased our funds: a runathon; and the collection of milk bottle tops and used stamps. Once again we have helped the Women of the University's " Save the Children Fund " with a large supply of winter clothes. I hope the students will remember the necessity of social service work and support the Social Service Representative for 1970 with enthusiasm and generosity. I would like to conclude with my sincere thanks to Miss Evans and Miss Steere who have acted as capable and enthusiastic leaders throughout another year of social service activities. Lyn Dorrington.

Donations during 1969R.S.S.A.I.L.A. (Dec. 1968) Lara Fire Relief Red Cross Junior Red Cross Membership Women of the University Animal Welfare National Heart Foundation British and Foreign Bible Society Austcare Milk for India Aborigines Advancement League Community Aid Abroad Geelong Welfare of Deaf Children Geelong Community Chest Dr. Barnard's Homes Free Kindergarten Children's Book Council Rossbourne House Freedom From Hunger Save the Children (Aboriginal Housing)

$5.00 50.00 44.00 5.00 15.00 12.00 40.00 10.00 40.00 15.00 15.00 25.00 10.00 50.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 30.00 50.00 10.00

Matriculation Leaving A Leaving P Leaving G Intermediate L Intermediate X Intermediate Y Sub-Intermediate L Sub-Intermediate X Sub-Intermediate Y 2X 2Y 2Z Remove I Remove II Remove III P6X P6Y P5

$49.31 31.47 15.82 21.54 9.90 42.48 22.55 28.71 6.10 6.22 25.05 19.52 32.73 43.24 34.01 30.18 8.65 4.20 112.45

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$544.13

SPORTS REPORT Once again our time this year has been very demanding in the field of sport with so many activities but the continued interest has been apparent throughout. General enthusiasm and improvement in play have been the characteristics in all aspects of sport.

Association matches in both tennis and baseball, were played in first term and social matches against the Geelong College, Geelong Grammar and Clyde which provided very valuable practice in tennis. We had a very enjoyable and successful season and we are pleased to say that for the fourth year the Senior ' B ' Tennis team won the premiership undefeated and after many years the Senior ' A ' Tennis team won its premiership. May I commend all other teams on their very fine efforts. Our Inter-house swimming sports were held at the Norlane Pool on 7th March. The overall standard improved greatly as the season progressed owing to the determined efforts to attend training sessions at the pool. The Sports were a great success and Ardens is to be congratulated on winning the Ena Miller shield for swimming for the fourth consecutive year. The combined schools Swimming Sports were held at the Olympic Stadium almost a fortnight later. We had a very determined and enthusiastic team to take to Melbourne with one of the largest, happiest and encouraging group of spectators. Although our strength was surpassed by that of our opponents, we commend our team on its determined efforts and rewarding results. Immediately after our combined Swimming Eports, practices began for our Annual Athletic Sports, which were held on 26th April in near perfect weather. The marching highlighted the day in which all girls took part. Our congratulations go to Harris on winning the Margaret Shannon Cup for the fourth year in succession, while Venters is to be commended on winning the Venters Shield for marching.

Basketball and Hockey practices began at the end of first term with a very keen approach made by all. Due to such enthusiasm it was necessary to make more teams to enable more girls to participate. We were able to have four teams in both Senior and Junior. sections for both sports. Matches began on the 25th June and from then on all girls concerned were determined to show their best for the remainder of the season and, more importantly, give the opposition a good game. This determination by many girls was rewarded at the end of the season and we congratulate the Senior ' B ' and Junior ' A ' Basketball teams and the Senior ' A ' and Junior Hockey Teams on being premiers in their respective sections. Two members of the Senior ' A ' Hockey team were chosen to attend the trials for the Junior State Hockey team. Both put up very commendable performances, one making the final trials. Social matches were played against Geelong Grammar, the Geelong College, Geelong Teachers College and Clyde, while Basketball was played against Clyde, Geelong Teachers College and Sacred Heart. This year an experiment was made concerning the House matches in second term. It was decided they be play-

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ed at lunch time instead of after school. This was to make it more convenient for more girls to participate as there are so many other activities after school in which girls are involved. It proved reasonably successful although a lack of House spirit was apparent toward the end. Results of Second term House matches were: Senior: Hockey, Harris. Basketball, Lawson. Table Tennis, Ardens. Junior: Hockey, Venters and Lawson. Basketball, Ardens. Table Tennis, Ardens. Baseball and Tennis matches played in third term resulted in:— Senior: Baseball, Lawson. Tennis, Roslyn. Junior: Baseball, Venters and Roslyn. Tennis, Ardens and Venters. This year School Colours were awarded to Deidre Hookings, Penelope Rhodes and Jo Heard (bar to School Colours). Junior House Sports Captains have been introduced this year to help carry some of the weight load upon the Senior House Sports Captains. They have proved a great success and I am pleased

to say how helpful and co-operative they have all been to the senior girls. Golf lessons again continued throughout second and third term. These lessons were conducted at the Geelong Golf Club and on considering the numbers learning this sport it appears to be becoming increasingly popular. Fencing lessons were held every Thursday evening and our team competed in Melbourne earlier in the year. Boarders' sport was again held and a keen interest has been shown by the majority of girls although there are still a few who fail to turn up. It has been made more interesting by the introduction of various new games. The Boarders' Mini Aths. were again organized and were a great success despite the unsettled weather on the day. The events were mostly novelty providing much entertainment for all. We are always most appreciative of the work of the School Council and for all they do in our interest. This year we are most grateful to them for providing new hockey sticks. An important aspect of our sporting activities is often neglected that is the people behind the scenes who contribute so much to the smooth running of such occasions. Besides the House officials, I would like on behalf of the girls to extend my sincere appreciation and. thanks to Miss Rentoul and the domestic staff and the Senior Boarders for

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their help when we have visiting teams, and to the ground staff who prepare the ovals for use and the staff who have officiated so efficiently at both the swimming and athletic sports, giving up their time for our enjoyment. I wish to take this opportunity to thank Miss Shaw for her never failing interest she has shown in all sporting activities this year and to say how much we appreciate it. We realize her time is very valuable as she has so many other activities, besides our matches, for which she is responsible. Finally I would like to thank Miss Heindorff and Miss Elmore for showing such enthusiasm in their guidance and instruction they have so willingly given to us in all aspects of sport this year. Without their continual understanding and encouragement we could not have achieved such rewarding results in sport this year. To all those returning I wish every success in 1970. Jo Heard. ATHLETICS REPORT Immediately after our combined Swimming Sports, practices began enthusiastically for our Annual Athletic Sports, which were held on 26th April in near perfect weather. The day was highlighted by the marching in which all girls participated; it proved a very colourful spectacle. Our congratulations go to Venters, who won the Venters Shield for marching, and Harris is to be commended on its fine effort in winning the Margaret Shannon cup for the fourth year in succession. The individual champions were: Sub-Junior Paula Carew; Junior Lindy Osbourne; Intermediate Cathy Brewster; and Senior Jo Heard.

This year Athletic symbols were awarded to Cathy Graham and Pene Rhodes, while Myrna Walter and Jo Heard were re-awarded for the contribution they have made to athletics. It is obvious that the overall standard of our Athletics is improving. This can be seen by the number of records

ATHLETICS CHAMPIONS

(L. to R.): Cathy Brewster, Jo Herd, Linda Scott, Paula Carew and Lindy Osbourne.

broken this year, and the continual improvement must be attributed to the hard training by many girls during the weeks before the Sports. I would also like to thank the workmen for preparing the ovals for our use, and the staff who officiated so readily and efficiently at the Sports, giving up their time for our enjoyment.. Finally I wish to extend the thanks of all girls to Miss Heindorff and Miss Elmore for their unfailing interest and encouragement, and the excellent organization which made the Sports such a success. Jo Heard AWARDS 1968: Roslyn Cup, Senior Champion, Jan Spokes; Ardens Cup, Intermediate Champion, Myrna Walter; Harris Cup, Junior Champion, Janet Coutts; Lawson Cup: Sub-Junior Champion, Valmai Hunter; Junior School Champion, Karen Smith.

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SWIMMING REPORT

Judging by the large attendance at the Norlane Pool each afternoon of the first term, swimming appeared to become part of everyday life for the majority of girls. Attendances increased with the approach of the Annual Swimming Sports held at the Norlane Pool on 7th March, four days after the Heats. The girls' standard of swimming is continually improving, and I would commend each competitor for the determination and enthusiasm she displayed at the sports. Once again our congratulations go to Ardens who achieved a decisive win, followed by Roslyn, Lawson, Lenters and Harris. The individual champions were: Senior: Jenny Sortwell; runner-up, Wendy Watson. Intermediate: Marilyn Ford; runner-up Susan Lowe. Junior: Merideth Cooper; runner-up, Roslyn Woodburn. Sub Junior: Michelle Tattam; runnerup, Heather Taylor. The smooth running of the sports indicates just how much help is given by the staff members, who so willingly officiate for us. Owing to inter-school matches on 29th March, Morongo was unfortunately not fully represented in the Geelong All Schools Swimming Championships held

at the Kardinia Swimming Pool. Those who were in attendance, however, fought hard to gain second place in the girls' section. Congratulations to the Hermitage for winning the Batten Aggregate shield. For the second successive year we competed against the four other schools in our association at the Swimming Carnival held at the Olympic Pool on 22nd March. Although we went armed with the most ardent cheer squad, fully equipped with our mascots, " Icky " and " Nina " we unfortunately finished

SWIMMING CHAMPIONS

(L. to R.): Marilyn Ford, Michelle Tattam, Merideth Cooper and Jennifer Sortwell.

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last. I would like to commend each member of our team on the effort and time she put into the training for the event. Congratulations to M.C.E.G.G.S. on winning and also for so successfully organizing the day. Our late sport swimming lessons and training programmes have been very successful this year, and we thank the staff of the Norlane Pool for their kind co-operation and assistance. This year, Wendy Watson was fortunate in gaining her " Aqua " symbol for her contribution to swimming in the School. Finally, on behalf of each girl in the swimming team, I would like to express our appreciation and thanks to Miss Heindorff and Miss Elmore for the valuable time they have given us this year. To the girls returning, keep the standard high through enthusiasm and determination, and good luck for a successful year in 1970. Wendy Watson.

AWARDS 1968 Gray Cup, Senior Champion, Judith Menzies; Rushbrooke Cup, Intermediate Champion, Anne Hucker; Longwell Cup: Junior Champion, Marilyn Ford; Clarke Cup: Sub-Junior Champion, Heather Taylor.

FENCING REPORT

This year has been a very busy and successful one for the fencing girls. The fencing team was Edwina Brien, Thais Horne and Deborah Spence. On Saturday, 19th April we were invited to a fencing social at " The Hermitage ". There were many fencers from various schools there and we spent an interesting evening meeting fellow fencers. On the following day we went to the Golden Foil competition in Essendon and had an informative day, gaining much in experience. The next competition we attended was in Ballarat and here we were slightly more successful with Deborah reaching the semi-finals. Feeling much more confident, we went to Melbourne again and this time we had an encouraging day with Deborah and Thais obtaining second and third places respectively in the Ladies' Open Foil section. Another competition was held at " The Hermitage " on the 18th October but this time we were not so lucky, in that only Thais reached the finals. The fencing standard this year, thanks to Mr. Fadgyas' most patient efforts, has been greatly improved. We are hoping that girls will show increased enthusiasm for this sport next year, for though it is an unusual one it is a most enjoyable and rewarding one. Deborah Spence (Fencing Captain).

BASEBALL REPORT Although this year was a disappointment as far as association matches, baseball was thoroughly enjoyed by all girls who participated. The enthusiasm of the baseball teams continued throughout the season and we congratulate Pam Cooke on being chosen to play for the Junior Victorian softball Team in 1970. Despite the drop in standard, Morongo teams continued to try throughout

the season, and were rewarded by their success against some schools. This year Pene Rhodes and Barbara Selman obtained their baseball symbols and we congratulate them on their welldeserved effort. Our thanks go to Miss Elmore for her invaluable assistance as coach, and I wish her and all the girls returning the best of luck for 1970. Pene Rhodes.

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" A " BASEBALL TEAM (L. to R.): Catherine Graham, Susan Taylor, Barbara Selman, Penelope Rhodes, Pam Cooke, Elizabeth Wright, Heather McKewan, Jacqueline Beckman, Judith Cuthbertson.

BASEBALL TEAMS Pitcher Catcher 1st base 2nd base 3rd base Short stop Left outer Centre outer Right outer

Senior A Senior B Pam Cooke Ellen Thom Jacqueline Beckman Kay Murdoch Susan Taylor Margaret Petuce Judith Cuthbertson Sally Malloch Elizabeth Wright Gaye Witcombe Heather McKewan Sheridan Browne Catherine Graham Jeanette Ware Penelope Rhodes (capt.) Wendy Watson Barbara Selman Anne Rummans

Morongo v. M.C.E.G.G.S.— Senior A—Morongo defeated M.C.E.G.G.S., 19-16. Senior B—Morongo defeated M.C.E.G.G.S., 47-11. Junior A—M.C.E.G.G.S. defeated Morongo, 23-3. Junior B—M.C.E.G.G.S. defeated Morongo, 12-9. M.L.C. v. Morongo— Senior A—M.L.C. defeated Morongo, 21-5. Senior B—Morongo defeated M.L.C., 23-13. Junior A—M.L.C. defeated Morongo, 16-11. SubA—M.L.C. defeated Morongo, 31-1. -Junior Morongo v. P.L.C.— Senior A—P.L.C. defeated Morongo, 21-6. Senior B—P.L.C. defeated Morongo, 27-7. Junior A—P.L.C. defeated Morongo, 11-9. Junior B—P.L.C. defeated Morongo, 28-8. Sub-Junior A—P.L.C. defeated Morongo, 34-5. Sub-Junior B—P.L.C. defeated Morongo, 43-4. The Hermitage v. Morongo— Senior A—The Hermitage defeated Morongo, 25-16. Senior B—The Hermitage defeated Morongo, 11-10. Junior A—Morongo defeated The Hermitage, 18-7. Page Twenty-Five

Junior A Cheryl Preston Christine Spry Catherine Brewster Julie Sears Deborah Warland Madeleine Tucker Susan Chambers Sally Johnstone Joanne Gilbert

BASKETBALL REPORT

" A " BASKETBALL TEAM

(L. to R.): Jacqueline Beckman, Sheridan Browne, Myrna Walter, Pam Cooke, Deidre Hookings, Susan Taylor and Jo Heard.

BASKETBALL TEAMS Goal shooter Goal attack Wing attack Centre Wing defence Goal defence Goal keeper

Senior A Pam Cooke Myrna Walter Susan Taylor Sheridan Browne Deidre Hookings Joanne Heard (capt.) Jacqueline Beckman

Basketball practices began at the end of first term with a very keen and enthusiastic approach. All places in teams were keenly contested from the beginning when over fifty girls attended the first Senior Basketball practice for the year. To enable more girls to participate and because of their enthusiasm, we were able to make four senior Basketball teams this year. In all teams the standard of play was particularly high throughout the season, showing the importance and effect of regular practices and consistent training during the week. Besides the Senior teams, once again we had very keen and willing Junior teams, resulting in a successful year for them. Many of the Juniors showed great potential and this looks very promising for the future

Senior B Suzanne Cameron Bronwyn Johnson Heather McKewan Lyn Crellin Vicki Perrett Robyn Osbourne Fiona Heard

Junior A Sally Johnstone Anne Chirnside Madeleine Tucker Janet Coutts Christine Spry Noni Notman Rosamund Woodlewen

Senior Teams. Our congratulations go especially to all members of both the Senior ' B ' and Junior ' A ' teams on winning their premierships in their respective sections, and also to all other teams for their fine performances during the season. Social matches were played against Clyde, Geelong Teachers College and Sacred Heart. At the end of the season basketball symbols were awarded to Sue Taylor and re-awarded to Deidre Hookings and Jo Heard. Our congratulations go to Lawson on winning the Marion Rankin Shield for Senior Inter-House Basketball and to Ardens for winning the Junior section.

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In closing I would like to thank Miss Elmore most sincerely for her coaching and assistance throughout the season, and to say how much we appreciate all

the time she gave up for our benefit. To all those returning I wish every success for 1970. Play hard and never give up. Jo Heard.

M.C.E.G.G.S. v. Morongo— Senior A—M.C.E.G.G.S. defeated Morongo, 26-18. Senior B—M.C.E.G.G.S. defeated Morongo, 20-15. Junior A—Morongo defeated M.C.E.G.G.S., 24-17. Junior B—M.C.E.G.G.S. defeated Morongo, 17-7. Junior C—M.C.E.G.G.S. defeated Morongo, 17-11. Sub-Junior A—M.C.E.G.G.S. defeated Morongo, 21-4. Sub-Junior B—Morongo defeated M.C.E.G.G.S., 18-7. Morongo v. M.L.C.— Senior A—Morongo defeated M.L.C. 39-16. Senior B—Morongo defeated M.L.C. 35-25. Junior A—Morongo defeated M.L.C. 29-10. Junior B—Morongo defeated M.L.C. 8-4. P.L.C. v. Morongo— Senior A—Morongo defeated P.L.C., 35-15. Senior B—Morongo defeated P.L.C., 22-11. Senior C—P.L.C. defeated Morongo, 20-18. Senior D—P.L.C. defeated Morongo, 8-3. Junior A—P.L.C. defeated Morongo, 25-21. Junior B—Morongo defeated P.L.C., 14-6. Junior C—Morongo defeated P.L.C., 15-9. Junior D—Morongo defeated P.L.C., 9-8. Sub-Junior A—P.L.C. defeated Morongo, 14-4. Sub-Junior B—P.L.C. defeated Morongo 8-5. Morongo v. The Hermitage— Senior A—Morongo defeated The Hermitage, 43-27. Senior B—Morongo defeated The Hermitage, 34-17. Junior A—Morongo defeated The Hermitage, 40-15. Junior B—Morongo defeated The Hermitage, 23-12.

HOCKEY REPORT This year has been a successful one tried hard to beat them, it was obvious for the Senior firsts as Morongo and that the boys were a better team. We the Hermitage tied for the 1969 premier- also played a social match against the ship, our first since 1964. Most of the Geelong Teachers' College and Clyde, success was due to the unfailing atten- both of which have two exceptionally tion and encouragement given by our good teams. coach, Miss Heindorff. The enthusiasm This year our two outstanding inof the girls was obvious throughout the term, however punctuality at practices dividual players, Pene Rhodes and Heather Barber, were chosen to attend needs to improve greatly. the finals of the Junior Victorian HocBoth the Senior first and second key Team. Also this year the associatteams played a social match against ion introduced three new teams: the the Geelong College and Geelong Gram- Senior thirds and fourths, and the under mar earlier in the term, but though we 13 hockey teams, all of which encourPage Twenty-Seven

aged more girls to try for hockey. Our Shaw, who has shown much interest in thanks go to our coaches — Miss Hein- the sporting activities of the School. dorff and Miss Philip — and to Miss Pene Rhodes.

" A " HOCKEY TEAM (L. to R.): Penelope Rhodes, Heather Barber, Judith Cuthbertson, Catherine Graham, Elizabeth Wright, Glenda Mitchell, Keryn Cameron, Helen Sloane, Anne Thomson, Jan Rhodes, Barbara Selman.

HOCKEY TEAMS Goalkeeper Right full-back Left full-back Right half-back Centre half-back Left half back Right wing Right inner Centre forward Left inner Left wing

Senior A Senior B Junior A Glenda Mitchell Christa Birdsey Judith Keddie Barbara Selman Wendy Watson Anne Tonkin Anne Thomson Janette Chatham Wendy Knight Penelope Rhodes (capt.) Jocelyn Brown Sue de Cateret Jan Rhodes Judith Davis Virginia White Elizabeth Wright Cheryl Swinton (capt.) Katrina Watson Heather Barber Diane Macleod Janet Matheson Catherine Graham Christine Dunn Alison Kirkpatrick Keryn Cameron Anne Hucker Joanne Gilbert Judith Cuthbertson Sally Malloch Catherine Brewster (capt.) Helen Sloane Ellen Thom Darolyn Clarke

P.L.C. v. Morongo— Senior A—Morongo defeated P.L.C., 1-0. Senior B—P.L.C. defeated Morongo, 1-0. Senior C—P.L.C. defeated Morongo, 2-0. Senior D—Draw, 3 all. Junior A—Draw, 5 all. Junior B—P.L.C. defeated Morongo, 7-0. Sub-Junior A—P.L.C. defeated Morongo, 5-2. Morongo v. The Hermitage— Senior A—Morongo defeated The Hermitage, 2-1. Senior B—The Hermitage defeated Morongo, 1-0. Senior C—Draw, 1-1. Junior A—The Hermitage defeated Morongo, 2-1. Junior B—The Hermitage defeated Morongo, 1-0. Sub-Junior A—The Hermitage defeated Morongo, 1-0. Page Twenty-Eight

M.C.E.G.G.S. v Morongo— Senior A—M.C.E.G.G.S. defeated Morongo, 1-0. Senior B—M.C.E.G.G.S. defeated Morongo, 2-1. Junior A—Morongo defeated M.C.E.G.G.S. Junior B—Morongo defeated M.C.E.G.G.S. Sub-Junior A—M.C.E.G.G.S. defeated Morongo, 5-0. Morongo v. M.L.C.— Senior A—Morongo defeated M.L.C., 3-1. Senior B—Morongo defeated M.L.C., 1-0. Junior A—M.L.C. defeated Morongo, 4-0. Junior B—M.L.C. defeated Morongo, 6-0.

TENNIS REPORT,

" A " TENNIS TEAM (L. to R.): Suzanne Cameron, Lyn Crellin, Karen Burrell, Jo Heard, Keryn Cameron, Deirdre Cook, Robyn Vickers-Willis, Deidre Hookings.

TENNIS TEAMS Senior A Joanne Heard Deirdie Cook Lyn Crellin Keryn Cameron Robyn Vickers-Willis Karen Burrell Suzanne Cameron Deidre Hookings

Senior B Robyn Snellback Jeanette Smith Sue Gayer Heather Barber Barbara Bayliss Helen Sloane Diane Macleod Rhonda Batty

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Junior A Darolyn Clarke Sue de Cateret Janette Marendaz Kirsty Macmillan Susan Farquharson Janet Coutts Anne Chirnside Fiona McIntyre

Team practices for the tennis began earlier than usual since the Association matches commenced earlier. It was pleasing to see these practices so enthusiastically attended, making the task of selection a very difficult one. Tremendous enthusiasm, together with the continual hard training displayed by many, was rewarded at the end of the season, with the Senior ' A ' and ' B ' Tennis Teams both winning premierships in their respective sections. May I commend all other teams on their very fine efforts throughout the term. Much of this success reflects the tireless efforts by Miss Heindorff from the very beginning. We could not have achieved this success without the continual and encouraging coaching she gave to us.

throughout the year against Clyde, the Geelong College and Geelong Grammar. These proved to be very valuable practices. At present the School Championships are well under way, both in singles and doubles for all sections, and are being very keenly contested. To all concerned I wish the very best of luck. Once again we are most grateful to our coach, Mr. Sleeman, who has continued with his instruction to all the Tennis teams. The benefit they receive from this is obvious.

At the end of the season tennis symbols were awarded to Sue Cameron, Deidre Cook, Jo Heard, Deidre Hookings and Robyn Vickers-Willis who all contributed much to the team during practices and matches.

To Miss Heindorff, on behalf of all the Tennis Teams, I would like to express our thanks and sincere appreciation for the invaluable guidance and encouragement she has so readily given. I would like to take this opportunity to thank also all team members for the help and co-operation they have rendered, making my position a very pleasant and enjoyable one.

We also had two very keen Junior Teams, and although the standard was not high enough to ensure any outstanding victories I feel sure they gained a great deal of experience which will be of great help in the years to come.

To all those returning I wish every success for 1970 and remember this success can only be reaped from very hard work and determination from beginning to end. Jo Heard.

Social matches have been played Morongo v. M.C.E.G.G.S.— Senior A—Morongo defeated M.C.E.G.G.S., 3 Rubbers to 1. Senior B—Morongo defeated M.C.E.G.G.S., 4 Rubbers to 0. Junior A—Morongo defeated M.C.E.G.G.S., 3 Rubbers to 1. Junior B—Morongo defeated M.C.E.G.G.S., 3 Rubbers to 1. M.L.C. v. Morongo— Senior A—Morongo defeated M.L.C., 4 Rubbers to 0. Senior B—Draw, 2 Rubbers to 2. Junior A—M.L.C. defeated Morongo, 3 Rubbers to 1. Morongo v. P.L.C.— Senior A—Morongo defeated P.L.C., 6 sets to 5 sets. Senior B—Morongo defeated P.L.C., 4 Rubbers to 0. Junior A—P.L.C. defeated Morongo, 4 Rubbers to 0. Junior B—P.L.C. defeated Morongo, 3 Rubbers to 1. Sub-Junior A—P.L.C. defeated Morongo, 20 games to 16. Sub-Junior B—Morongo defeated P.L.C., 3 Rubbers to 1. The Hermitage v. Morongo— Senior A—The Hermitage def. Morongo, 49 games to 47. Senior B—Morongo defeated The Hermitage, 5 sets to 4. Junior A—The Hermitage defeated Morongo, 3 Rubbers to 1. Page Thirty

HOUSE SHIELDS AND CUPS, 1968 Ena Miller Shield for Swimming: Ardens. Margaret Shannon Cup for Athletics: Harris. Marian Rankin Shield for Senior Basketball: Harris. Cup for Junior Basketball: Lawson. Ruth MacMillan Shield for Senior Hockey: Harris. Cup for Junior Hockey: Lawson. Eileen Buckhurst Shield for Senior Baseball: Harris. Janet Gorrie Cup for Junior Baseball: Lawson. Hitchcock Senior Tennis Cup: Roslyn. Mrs. H. B. Simson Junior Tennis Cup: Ardens - Venters.

Diana Lilburne Cup for Junior School Athletics: Venters. Venters Shield for House Marching: Venters. Charles Neville Cup for House Sport: Harris. Pettitt Shield for Work: Harris. Mrs. Lewis Hirst Cup for Work, Sport and Conduct: Harris. Senior Table Tennis Cup: Roslyn. Junior Table Tennis Cup: Harris. Lucy Shaw Shield for Boarders' Sport: Hearne. Beryl Roberts' Deportment Award: Robyn Woodburn. Award for Influence in Sport: Frances Spry.

SPORTS CAPTAINS Standing (L. to R.): Christina Apted (Ardens), Keryn Cameron (Roslyn), Lyn Crellin (Lawson). Sitting (L. to R.): Myrna Walter (Harris), Jo Heard (School Sports Captain), Deirdre Cook (Venters).

HOUSE CAPTAINS Standing (L. to R.): Wendy. Watson (Lawson), Penelope Rhodes (Harris). Sitting (L. to R.): Karen Burrell (Ardens), Jill Harvey (Roslyn), Phillippa Tarrant (Venters)

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ARDENS

(L. to R.): Karen Burrell (House Captain), Susan Gayer (Vice House Captain), Christina Apted (Sports Captain), Christine Coutts (Junior Representative).

ARDENS " Seek Wisdom " Ardens began the year with a sound win in the swimming sports and this contrasted with our disastrous defeat in the Athletic Sports, later in first term. Greater enthusiasm has been shown over the past year by both teams members and onlookers, and overall results show that Ardens is again making its way to the top after a few disappointing years. Congratulations were extended to Marilyn Ford and Meredith Cooper for winning the Intermediate and Junior Swimming Championships, and Mandy Cook for being runner-up in the Junior events; and all the girls who took such an active interest, thus enabling the House to win. Janet Coutts is also to be congratulated on coming runner-up in the Athletics Sports. Congratulations Harris on winning the sports!

results were not of a high standard more interest should be shown. Jenny Davis is to be congratulated on coming equal first with Roslyn in the Instrumental soloist section, and also thanked for her support during the entire Music Competitions. I would like to thank Tina Apted for instilling House spirit and greater sportsmanship into the girls, and also Janet Coutts who was elected Junior Sports Representative„ and who was a great help to the Sports Captain. Thanks go to Sue Gayer and many Senior girls and staff members who have shown active interests in their House. I have enjoyed leading Ardens and would like to thank everyone for their co-operation and support. Best of luck for future success.

During second term, House basketball, table-tennis and hockey matches were played, with very pleasing results, as Ardens won both the basketball and Baseball and tennis table - tennis. matches were played in third term and the Junior tennis shield is to be shared by Ardens and Venters. The House music competitions were late in second term and because our Page Thirty-Two

Karen Burrell. HOUSE COLOURS, 1969 New Award: Anne Rummans Re-Awards: Christina Apted Karen Burrell Heather McEwan Robyn Vickers-Willis

HARRIS

(L. to R.): Penelope Rhodes (House Captain), Heather Hunt (Vice House Captain), Myrna Walter (Sports Captain), Claire Bourke (Junior Representative).

HARRIS. " Not Failure, but low Aim is Crime " This year has been a successful and promising year for Harris, and the enthusiasm of the girls was shown by the overall results in the activities in which we participated. The Swimming Sports were the first major Inter-House competitions this year and indicated that Harris was not aquatic minded. However, we congratulate Jennifer Sortwell (Senior Champion) our one and only champion, and also the other houses and their respective champions. Athletics were the next major event and were held on 26th April. In this Harris proved that she could keep the Margaret Shannon Cup for yet another year, making it the fourth in a row. Congratulations to Lindy Osbourne (Junior Champion) and Claire Bourke (Junior Runner-up) and also to all the Harris girls who helped make this such a successful day for our house.

second term were not our strong points, however, the Senior hockey team did manage to win all its matches. Baseball and tennis are still in progress and I hope that the standard of competition will be high. My personal thanks go to Myrna Walter, our Sports Captain, who has been a great asset to Harris and also to Claire Bourke, Junior Sports Captain and Heather Hunt, Vice House Captain. Without their help in organising the different activities, Harris would not have done as well as she did. 1969 has been a memorable year and I hope that the girls next year will be as co-operative as they have for me. Good luck Harris for 1970.

Second term also proved to be a successful term for Harris. The InterHouse Music Competitions were held on 14th August, and the winning of these boosted our morale. Our success was due to the Choir and Folk Singing Group, which both obtained first place in their respective sections. Inter-House basketball and hockey in Page Thirty-Three

Penelope Rhodes. HOUSE COLOURS, 1969 New Awards: Janette Chattam Jennifer Nelson Robyn Osborne Jan Rhodes Anne Thomson Myrna Walter Re-Awards: Sheridan Browne Diedre Hookings Penelope Rhodes

LAWSON

(L. to R.): Wendy Watson (House Captain), Roslyn Bennett (Vice House Captain), Lyn Crellin (Sports Captain), Anne Chirnside (Junior Representative).

LAWSON. " To Strive, to Seek, to Find, and not to Yield " Although Lawson's efforts have been consistent throughout the year, we have not been wholly successful, but we are pleased to observe that the majority of the girls have shown great enthusiasm and sportsmanship in House activities. Our first major house competition was the Swimming Sports and although we were not entirely successful, our dominant house spirit penetrated the atmosphere as each swimmer left her block. Our congratulations go to Ardens for winning and also to our own individual champions: Sue Row (Intermediate runner-up), and Heather Taylor (Sub-junior runner-up). The Athletic Sports, which were also held during first term, have been Lawson's greatest effort this year, as we were a close second behind Harris. Congratulations Harris! My thanks go to all participants who attended practices so willingly and regularly and my congratulations go to all champions especially our own, Cathy Brewster (Intermediate champion) and Paula Carew (Sub-junior champion). With a little more effort next year Lawson, you should reach the goal.

gave in preparing for these competitions; all those girls appearing in the individual items; also, those girls, unfortunately not all, who appeared so regularly at choir practices. Hockey, basketball and table tennis were conducted throughout second term with Lawson proving successful in the Senior and Sub-Junior Basketball. Our Baseball and Tennis matches are now in progress and we hope they will add to our overall success. After accounting for the year's events and congratulating and thanking so many, there is still a most important token of appreciation to be remembered. Thanks go to Lyn Crellin for being such an efficient Sports Captain, Roslyn Bennett our Vice House Captain, Ann Chirnside as Junior House Representative, and the staff and girls for their enthusiasm displayed throughout the year. We have had an enjoyable year, and I would like to wish the girls returning next year, good luck for a successful year in 1970.

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Wendy Watson. HOUSE COLOURS, 1969 New Awards: Roslyn Bennett Pamela Cooke Diane McCleod Re-Awards: Judith Cuthbertson Lyn Crellin Susan Taylor Wendy Watson

ROSLYN

(L. to R.): Jill Harvey (House Captain), Susan Pyle (Vice House Captain), Keryn Cameron (Sports Captain), Christine Spry (Junior Representative).

ROSLYN. " We are Judged by our Deeds "

Christine Spry for the excellent job she has done.

Although Roslyn has not been quite as successful this year as it has in previous years, the co-operation of most of the girls has been gratifying, but there are some who lack enthusiasm towards their House.

The Inter-house music competitions which were held during second term found Harris the successful House with Roslyn in second position. This year folk singing was introduced into the competitions. The instrumental group is to be highly commended for their performance along with Rosamund Woodburn for coming equal first in her section.

The Swimming Sports were the first sporting event for the year. These were held at the Norlane Pool on 7th March. Congratulations go to Ardens, the winning House, and to Rosamund Woodburn (Junior runner-up) and to Michel Tattam (Sub-Junior champion). The School Athletic Sports were held on 20th April. This year found Roslyn in third position behind Lawson and Harris. Congratulations go to Joanne Heard (Senior champion), Catherine Graham (Senior runner-up) Fiona Heard (Intermediate runner-up) and Lynette Anderson (Sub-Junior runnerup)

My personal thanks go to Keryn Cameron, our sports Captain, who has done so much for Roslyn through organisation and participation; to Sue Pyle our vice-captain, and to all girls for their support and co-operation. Finally, to those not returning, I wish the best of luck in the future, and to those remaining, I hope that 1970 will be in every way a successful year.

During second term, inter-house basketball, hockey and table tennis matches were played. The Sub-Junior B ' basketball team was successful in its section. At the moment, inter-house tennis and baseball matches are being played. We hope Roslyn will be successful. This year, .junior sport representatives were selected from each house to aid the spori captains in selecting the junior teams. Keryn and I would like to thank Page Thirty-Five

Jill Harvey. HOUSE COLOURS, 1969 New Awards: Helen Darby Jill Harvey Barbara Bayliss Re-Awards: Keryn Cameron Catherine Graham Joanne Heard Helen Sloane Barbara Selman

VENTERS

(L. to R.): Phillippa Tarrant (House Captain), Jennifer McConnell (Vice House Captain), Deirdre Cook (Sports Captain), Darolvn Clarke (Junior Representative).

VENTERS. " No Victory Without Effort " Venters is still a relatively " young " house, and although we were not very successful this year in inter-house activities, each girl showed great enthusiasm. Our first inter-house competitions were the Swimming Sports held on 7th March, in which we came fourth. Our congratulations go to Ardens on their win and to the individual champions. The Athletic Sports were also held in first term and we congratulate Harris on their success and the champions of each division. Although we came fourth, the house members maintained their standard and again won the Venters Shield for Marching. We would like to thank the other houses for providing such enjoyable competition. Inter-house hockey, basketball and table - tennis matches were played throughout second term, but, unfortunately, most of our performances could not match our enthusiasm. Our congratulations to the other houses, especially Ardens, on their success. During third term, baseball and tennis matches were played.

house competed in the House Music Competitions. The afternoon proved to be very entertaining and showed that the musical side of our education was not being neglected. Our thanks go to Miss Habersberger for arranging the competitions and to Mr. Brockman for his excellent adjudicating. Academically Venters has fared much better and my thanks go to all who have made this possible. Thanks must be extended to Miss Heindorff and Miss Elmore for their thoughtful organization of inter-house activities. I would also like to thank Deirdre Cook, our Sports Captain and her junior representative Darolyn Clark for such efficient organization of our teams, and Jennifer McConnell, my vicecaptain for her assistance throughout the year. Venters, I wish you luck for 1970, and thank you for a memorable year.

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Phillippa Tarrant. HOUSE COLOURS, 1969 New Awaid: Gaye Witcombe Re-Awards: Diedre Cook Elizabeth Wright

SHAKESPEARE DAY

1969 Shakespeare Day, which was held on 24th April, was in accordance with the record of consistently high standard performances, chosen from various Shakespearean plays. Contributing to the morning's programme were Intermediate L and Leaving P. The former staged impressive scenes from " Antony and Cleopatra " with Katrina Watson and Penelope Wilson taking the leading roles of Antony and Cleopatra respectively, Jaqueline Connor as Erobarbus, Susan Henshaw as Charmain, Merrilyn Julian as Iras, Darolyn Clarke as Eros, Barbara Corstorphan as the soldier, Margaret McLean as Candidus and Nan Smibert as the messenger. These were supported by Edwina Brien, Margot Templeton and Karen McGregor as attendants. Leaving P then presented an extract from " King Lear " with great competence. Robyn McRae as King Lear and Jan Waters as Cordelia were accompanied in their roles by Judy Davis playing the part of Goneril, Naomi Simmonds as Regan, Sue Chettle as Kent, Carol Hobson as Bergundy, Kathy Kidd as Gloucester, Jenny Davies as Albany, Sue Adams as France. The attendants were Yvonne Harrison, Julie Halt and Judy Bennet. The luncheon period was followed by Leaving A's interpretation of the more humorous parts of Henry IV, part I, namely the Robbery and the Tavern scenes. The leading part was played by Fay Donnan portraying Prince Hal who was successfully supported by Heather McKewan as Sir John Falstaff. Amongst the remaining roles were Margaret Scott as Poins, Pam Cooke as Gadshill, Thais Horne as Peto and Catherine Graham as Bardolph, Sheridan Brown as Francis, Helen Laszlo as Mistress Quickly. Mary Miller, Deborah Spence and Pam Lamont played the parts of travellers. Matriculation chose to present extracts from " The Merry Wives of Windsor " which proved to be extremely humorous._ Myrna Walter executed an

excellent portrayal of Sir John Falstaff. .She was competently supported by Catriona McGregor representing Mrs. Page, Heather Hunt as Mistress Ford and Sue Aylward as Mr. Ford. The role of Mr. Page was taken by Anne Kefford and that of Mistress Quickly by Jennie Miller. Speaking roles were taken by Jenny Nelson, Elizabeth Wright, Caroline Monteith and Jan Rhodes. Susan Abasa ably assisted Mrs. Thompson in the production of•this performance. In recognizing the substantial support provided by Mrs. Thompson and Miss Clifford, we must not overlook all those girls who worked behind the scenes involved with properties and technical arrangements. Sallyanne Moss.

SCHOOL DANCE, 1969 The Annual School Dance, preceded by a buffet dinner, was held on 7th June this year. The dining room and official party tables were decorated with. white candles in large red crepe paper. flowers and red serviettes.

The official party included Miss Shaw, Mr. & Mrs. Thwaites, Miss Britten, Miss Sutherland, Miss Rentoul and Mr. & Mrs. Mitchell. Guests included prefects and senior students from the Hermitage, Chanel College, the Geelong College and the Geelong Grammar School. Girls dressed in light blue, silver trimmed togas served refreshments in the hall, which was decorated with several silver mobiles from which hung aqua, light blue, purple and silver streamers. Music for the programme dance was provided by " The Diamonds ". My thanks go to Miss Rentoul and the kitchen Staff for the assistance they gave with the dinner arrangements and to the prefects and senior girls who helped with decorations and arrangements to make the dance such as success. Glenda Mitchell.

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NOYE'S FLUDDE

This year the combined choirs of Morongo and the Geelong College presented " Noye's Fludde " a mediaeval miracle play set to music by Benjamin Britten. It was presented at. St. George's Church on the 6th, 7th and 8th of August. The principal female parts were played by Mrs. W. J. Backhouse (Mrs. Noye), Heather Hunt (Mrs. Jaffet), Anne Chirnside (Mrs. Ham) and Sue Dale (Mrs. Sem); while the boys' parts were played by Robert Jeremiah (Jaffet), Scott Chirnside (Ham), George Bidstrup (Sem) and Mr. R. Humphries (Voice of God). Mrs. Noye's Gossips and the animal parts were handled effectively by the combined choirs. Pianists Jennie Miller and Diedre Hookings, together with the Orchestra provided music for the performances. Under the guidance of Mr. D. Webb, the ark, animal masks and costumes were expertly made by the boys of the House of Guilds.

The strong influential character and watchful eye of the Conductor, Mr. D. W. Martin and the Producer, Mr. W. J. Backhouse, rapidly succeeded in producing a commendable performance from the rather talkative girls and sportsminded boys present at the first combined rehearsal. All members of the cast worked hard and despite several minor mishaps and a power strike, the final performances ran smoothly and were highly praised and appreciated by the audience. The Geelong Advertiser's report was encouraging and the soloists were highly complimented. We were grateful to Miss B. Habersberger, Mr. D. W. Martin and Mr. W. J. Backhouse for their enthusiastic and untiring efforts, and also to the numerous friends of the schools who gave up their time to assist in making this production a great success and a memorable experience. Judith Ince.

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BOARDING HOUSE NOTES

Standing (L. to R.): Barbara Selman (Neilson), Judith Matheson (McPhee), Myrna Walter (Hearne), Jan Smith (Pettitt). Kneeling (L. to R.): Wendy Watson (Hirst), Pene Rhodes (David).

HOUSE HOUSE CAPTAINS

Boarding House Officials for 1969:

REPORT:

David: P. Rhodes (Captain), J. Heard (vice-captain), C. Graham (Sports Captain). Hearne: M. Walter (Captain), S. Pyle (Vice-captain), S. Menzies (Sports captain). Hirst: W. Watson (Captain), J. Miller (Vice-captain), J. Davies (Sports captain). McPhee: J. Matheson (Captain), P. Tarrant (Vice-captain), J. Davis (Sports captain). Neilson: B. Selman (Captain), A. Thompson (Vice-captain), D. Hookings (Sports captain). Pettitt: J. Smith (Captain), A. Harrison (Vice-captain), A. Rummans (Sports captain).

Old and new boarders found the Picnic at Torquay a great occasion for mixing and beginning a very active year. This was held on the first Saturday of term, and although the weather was not particularly favourable, the picnic was enjoyed by all. Founders' Day was celebrated on 5th March. The councillors dined with the boarders in the evening and attended a service in the Hall. For the annual School Garden Party the boarders produced a folk-singing concert which raised $73 in the three performances. All participants sang well and showed great enthusiasm. Some boarders were confirmed at St. David's on the 27th July.

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The "Mini-Aths" and the house singing competitions were held on 16th August. This was a highly successful day as the emphasis was not placed on competition but the fun and enjoyment which resulted from the novel games and races. Music and drama competitions followed barbecues in the evening. Much ingenuity was displayed and the hidden talents (?) of the boarders were revealed. David won the competition overall and Pettitt received the wooden spoon. All the boarders greatly appreciate the work that Miss Heindorff, Miss Elmore, Miss Rentoul and other staff members put in to make the day so enjoyable. Throughout the year the boarders' choir has sung at St. David's, the Burnside Activity Centre and the opening of the Lara Church. The high standard which has been achieved by the choir is due to the enthusiastic guidance from Miss Habersberger. Boarders have played social matches in tennis against tne Geelong Grammar School and tne Geelong College. Dances held by these schools as well as at Chanel College have also been attended by boarders tnroughout the year and all who went enjoyed themselves. We appreciate Miss Henderson's kindness in showing us films throughout the year. These were: " Gambit " " Arabesque ", " Rocket to the Moon ", "Fluffy" and "A man could get killed". The boarders have been taken on various excursions by staff members during the year. In March a number of girls were taken by bus to Hepburn Springs for a picnic, which was a great success. Miss Davis took some girls to see " Camelot " and Miss Philip has taken girls to the Arts Centre and to Expo '69. These excursions have been interesting and all the girls concerned appreciate the invaluable time and effort put in by the staff. On the last night of term, House feasts and a concert were held as a conclusion to a happy and valuable Myrna Walter. year in the boarding house. Page Forty

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JUNIOR SCHOOL REPORT, 1969

JUNIOR SCHOOL NOTES There is no doubt that this has been the most enjoyable year since the first days of the Junior School at Bell Post Hill. All have worked as a happy team.

The real highlight of the year was the occasion of the Moon Walk. This created much excitement and aroused general interest in a wide variety of aspects connected with the event. It was a joy to see even the tiniest child seated on the floor coping with her dinner in order that television could be viewed. The picture did not interfere with the enjoyment of a chop bone. The most humorous comment was "How would President Nixon know which number to dial on the phone?" As usual the Sports' Day created much interest and enthusiasm. We were fortunate in choosing 22nd April as it was a fine day after several days of indifferent weather. It was an enjoyable occasion and one which will be remembered by Linda Scott, who was Junior Champion and by the runner-up, Rachel Deller. Many subjects of the curriculum continue to change and to create wider interest. Starr members frequently attend lectures and seminars in order to keep up to date with the changing times. One subject which is under-going a change is Natural Science. In this connection, the nesting of a pair of plovers near our building and the hatching out of two young birds created much enthusiasm. The girls never tired of watching the babies and learning of the cleverness of the mother in luring intruders away from her family. Another change in subject matter which is giving satisfaction is in Mathematics. The manipulation of materials and aids in solving problems is creating independence and the use of initiative. Children often suggest alternative, simpler methods of working quite effectively.

We have noted with satisfaction that there have been several requests for people including parents, students and others to observe the teaching in our classes. The people who proved to be especially interesting and interested visitors were two teachers from the Gilbert and Ellice Islands. Unlike most observers, one of their requests was to hear the girls sing. Again, we wish to thank all parents for their understanding and co-operation, and to express our gratitude to members of the Junior Auxiliary for their continued support. Their annual donations towards the purchase of library books is most appreciated.

SPORTS DAY

22nd April was the day for which all the children in the Junior School waited. It was our sports day. Sports day is one of the most important days in the year. We must practise a lot or else we will never win or do well. All the children become excited because they know that when sports day comes all their mothers and fathers will be there to watch them.

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At last the great day came. All the girls dressed quickly, put their sandshoes in their bags, then put their sports clothes in with them. Some had green tunics and some shortened their summer frocks and wore them. Soon we were on the bus and it seemed like hours till we arrived at school. After dinner we all changed and went outside. Then Miss Courtney called us into lines and we went up the path towards the oval. When we arrived there all the senior girls were marching to music. Then the races commenced. We had lots of races: running, walking, bear-walking and others. I won two third ribbons. The champion of the sports was Lynda Scott of Lawson, and Rachel Deller of Ardens was the runner-up. When the races finished our mothers drove us home. We had a lovely time and everyone enjoyed the occasion. Simone Hall. MORONGO JUNIOR AUXILIARY It is with much pleasure that I present the Annual Report of the Morongo Junior Auxiliary for 1969. This year has been a happy one under the capable leadership of Mrs. Noelle Cook. As a result of the majority of meetings being held in the mornings, on the third Tuesday in each month at the C.A.A. rooms, I am pleased to report that the attendances have been boosted considerably. Our Annual Social Evening with Miss Shaw, Miss Courtney and members of the Junior School Staff was again held at the Gama Theatre, where we saw a comedy, " The Brides of March ". Afterwards members had the opportunity of meeting the teachers at supper. A varied syllabus this year included a very interesting and informative talk on in-door plants by Mr. Vafiopulous, Curator of Parks and Gardens in the City of Geelong. This meeting was a morning coffee meeting held in the

home of Mrs. Fred Herd. Three informal morning meetings were held at the C.A.A. rooms where trading tables were held. This proved popular and also raised money for the Nursery School Christmas gifts and Junior School Christmas party. Two afternoon meetings were held: one in April and again in August. The April meeting was held at Lucy Shaw House, when Miss Courtney spoke on Junior School activities, after which members were able to inspect the new boarding house. The August meeting was held in the' new Canteen at the Senior School and the members were delighted with the bright and modern decor, and enjoyed the novelty of using the new coffee and tea dispenser. At the September meeting Mrs. Hoevenaars, a well known Geelong artist gave a fascinating and informative talk on art and displayed some of her work which included portraits, landscapes and abstracts. The Junior School held a cake stall at this year's Garden Party and the proceeds went towards the equipment for the new canteen. On behalf of the President and all members of the Junior Auxiliary I offer my sincere thanks to Miss Shaw, Miss Courtney and her staff for their encouragement and interest in our children. Thanks go also to the Committee and members for their willing help in providing refreshments at all meetings and special thanks to the retiring Committee for their sterling efforts during the past two years. I personally wish to thank the President, Treasurer and Committee for all their patience and co-operation, and I have really enjoyed my association with the Junior School Auxiliary.

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J. Gray-Thompson, Hon. Sec.

MORONGO PARENTS AND FRIENDS AFTERNOON AUXILIARY

We are pleased to report the Afternoon Auxiliary continues to gain new members, and this year they have shown a great deal of interest, particularly in the Garden Party held in March, when they helped on the various stalls. During the year we had a number of interesting speakers, and the monthly meetings were well attended. We were very pleased to transfer our place of meeting to the new Canteen at Morongo, and all meetings will be held there in the future. A letter was sent to the Session of St. George's Church thanking them for the use of the McPhillimy Hall over a number of years. Mrs. Chirnside has been a most helpful and careful President and we are happy that she is continuing for another year. On behalf of all members I should like to say thank you to those who are going off the Committee, for the willing way they have co-operated at all times. Next year will be a busy one with the Jubilee Celebrations and our members have agreed to help with the various functions. We shall be pleased to greet more new members next year, and hope any ladies

connected with the School will come along to the monthly meetings held at 2 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of each month. Elsie Clutterbuck, Hon. Secretary. PARENTS' AND FRIENDS' ASSOCIATION

The meetings this year have been held at Morongo and this has proved a more suitable meeting place. During the ytar donations have been given to the Music and Prize Funds. The three Morongo auxiliaries have agreed to contribute to the furnishing of the new canteen. The Jubilee Celebrations are well in hand and we look forward to memorable and happy times. There will be no Garden Party in 1970 as the Jubilee Celebration will be held at this time. The annual meeting was held in the new Canteen and the following were elected to office. President: Mr. A. Lucas. Secretary: Mrs. M. Herd. Treasurer: Mr. Wood. Vice-Presidents: Mr. D. Taylor, Mr. G. Matheson.

ALLIANCE FRANCAISE EXAMINATION RESULTS, 1969

Sub-Intermediate Poetry: Commended: Jillian Adams, Rosita Dellios, Helen Sideris. Intermediate Poetry: Highly commended: Barbara Corstorphan. Commended: Merrilyn Julian. Leaving Poetry: First Prize: Jane Pierson. Commended: Margot Creighton, Helen Laszlo, Mary Miller.

Commended: Lindy Anderson.

Matriculation Poetry: Highly commended: Jennifer Warland. Matriculation Dictation: Equal First: Jennifer Warland and Sallyanne Moss. Commended: Pamela Ruppin, Elizabeth Wright.

Leaving Dictation: First Prize: Jane Pierson.

Matriculation Reading and Conversation: First Prize: Sallyanne Moss. Highly Commended: Susan Abasa. Commended: Margaret Wallace.

Leaving Reading and Conversation: First Prize (equal): Jane Pierson.

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MUSIC EXAMINATION RESULTS SEPTEMBER, 1969 PIANO Preliminary: Genevieve Drinnan (Credit), Diana Hatch (Credit), Lyn Macleod (Honours), Marion Matheson (Pass), Lynette Spry (Credit). First Grade: Janette Bath (Credit), Esther Cohen (Pass), Susan Cooper (Credit), Fiona Henderson (Credit), Lola Milne (Credit), Brenda Thompson (Honours). Second Grade: Penelope Cohen (Pass), Helen Crosby (Pass), Susan Dehnert (Honours), Ronnie Farquharson (Honours), Shelly Julian (Credit), Gillian McNaughton (Pass), Susan Morrow (Honours), Christine Spry (Pass), Wendy Tonkin (Pass), Angela Young (Honours). Third Grade: Jenny Bartlett (Credit), Joy Dixon (Credit), Roslyn Farquharson (Credit), Susan Farquharson (Pass), Cheryl Richmond (Pass), Anne Tonkin (Pass), Catriona Williams (Honours). Fourth Grade: Anne Chirnside (Credit), Susan Dale (Honours), Lynette Julian (Honours), Jane Parsons (Credit), Julie Rees (Pass), Judith Tantau (Credit), Madeline Tucker (Pass), Deborah Warland (Pass), Katrina Watson (Honours), Heather Wishart (Credit). Fifth Grade: Christine Dunn (Credit), Adrienne Herd (Pass), Merrilyn Julian (Credit), Heather Macguagan (Pass), Marilyn Peel (Credit), Gaye Sutherland (Pass), Lynette Tucker (Credit), Janette Ware (Pass). Sixth Grade: Alison Kirkpatrick (Honours). 'CELLO Catriona McGregor (Pass). Fifth Grade: THEORY Susan Dale (Honours), Judith Third Grade: Tantau (Honours), Anne Tonkin (Credit), Katrina Watson (Honours), Heather Wishart (Honours). Fourth Grade: Rosemary Carlile (Honours), Alison Kirkpatrick (Honours), Marilyn Peel (Credit), Lynette Tucker (Honours).

NURSING BURSARIES The following girls were awarded Matriculation Nursing Bursaries for 1969: Robyn Bellwood, Gillian Cake, Sallie Learmonth, Vivian May, Joan Moore, Maureen Young

MATRICULATION E. Barber: English Expression, Geography, Australian History. L. Batty: English Expression, Australian History, European History. C. J. Beckmann: English Expression, Biology (First-Class Honours), Geography, Australian History, European History (Second-Class Honours). (Matriculation). S. Berlyn: English Expression, French, General Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology (First-Class Honours). (Matriculation). P. Brian: English Expression, Biology, Geography (Second-Class Honours), Australian History. (Matriculation). S. Brien: English Expression, Biology, Geography, European History. (Matriculation). A. Brownsworth: English Expression, Biology, Art (Second-Class Honours), Music (Prac.). (Matriculation). L. Champion: English Expression, English Literature, French, Biology (Second-Class Honours), European History. (Matriculation). A. Clutterbuck: English Expression, French, General Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology (Second-Class Honours). (Matriculation). L. Coad: Biology, Geography. D. Cook: General Mathematics, Biology. L. Cooke: English Expression, English Literature (First-Class Honours), French (FirstClass Honours), General Mathematics (Second-Class Honours), European History (FirstClass Honours). (Matriculation). J. Coyle: English Expression, French, Australian History. (Compensatory). J. Cuthbertson: English Expression, French (Second-Class Honours), Biology (SecondClass Honours), Geography (Second-Class Honours), Australian History (Second-Class Honours). (Matriculation). H. Darby: English Expression. P. Day: English Expression, French, General Mathematics, Geography (Second-Class Honours), Australian History. (Matriculation). C. J. Donnan: English Expression, Biology, Geography, Australian History (Matriculation). P. Douglas: English Expression, English Literature, French, Biology, Australian History. (Matriculation). J. Downey: English Expression, English Literature, French, Geography (First-Class Honours), Australian History (Second-Class Honours). (Matriculation). C. Duncan: English Expression, English Literature (Second-Class Honours), Geography (First-Class Honours), Australian History (Second-Class Honours). (Matriculation).

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E. J. Embling: English Expression, French, Biology, Australian History (First-Class Honours), European History (Second-Class Honours). (Matriculation). A. French: English Expression, Geography (First-Class Honours), Australian History, European History. (Matriculation). E. Grant: English Expression, French (SecondClass Honours), Biology (First-Class Honours), Geography, European History (SecondClass Honours). (Matriculation). R. Hardley: English Expression, French, Geography, Australian History, European History. (Matriculation). J. Hewitt: English Expression, Geography. M. Honey: English Expression, General Mathematics (First-Class Honours), Physics, Chemistry (First-Class Honours), Biology (FirstClass Honours). (Matriculation). G. Horne: English Expression, Geography, Australian History. (Compensatory). J. Johnston: English Expression, Pure Mathematics, Calculus and Applied Mathematics, Chemistry. (Matriculation). E. Maconachie: English Expression, English Literature, Biology, Geography (Second-Class Honours), Australian History. (Matriculation). A. Mathison: English Expression, Pure Mathematics (First-Class Honours), Calculus and Applied Mathematics (Second-Class Honours), Physics (Second-Class Honours), Chemistry (First-Class Honours). (Matriculation). E. May: English Expression, General Mathematics, Geography. E. McLeod: English Expression, French, Australian History, (Compensatory). E. McRae: English Expression, French, Pure Mathematics, Chemistry. (Matriculation). J. Menzies: English Expression, English Literature. G. Mitchell: English Expression, Pure Mathematics, Calculus and Applied Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry. (Matriculation). G. Notman: English Expression, Australian History. G. Oswin: English Expression. K. Pearcy: English Expression, English Literature (First-Class Honours), French (FirstClass Honours), European History (FirstClass Honours). (Matriculation). R. Potter: English Expression, English Literature (Second-Class Honours), French (SecondClass Honours), Biology, Geography. (Matriculation). E. Prenter: English Expression, Biology, Geography, Australian History. (Matriculation). J. Rooke: English Literature, Biology, Geography.

M. A. Scott: English Expression, Geography, European History. R. Sisson: English Expression, Geography, Australian History. J. Spokes: English Expression, General Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology (Second-Class Honours), Music (Prac.). (Matriculation). F. Spry: English Expression, General Mathematics, Biology, Geography, Australian History. (Matriculation). K. Steel: English Expression, Australian History, European History (Second-Class Honours). (Compensatory). R. Steele: English Expression, Biology, Geography. (Compensatory). B. Symes: English Literature, European History, Art. P. Tarrant: English Expression, Calculus and Applied Mathematics, Physics. S. Threadfold: English Expression, Geography. R. Woodburn: English Expression, General Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology. (Matriculation). J. Yeaman: English Expression, Geography, Australian History.

LEAVING 1968 Passed in eight subjects: C. McGregor. Passed in seven subjects: H. Barber. Passed in six subjects. K. Cameron, D. Carew, L. Christian, S. Connor, J. Cuthbertson, A. Harrison, J. Ince, M. Kelly, R. Lavery, G. Macdougal, A. McRae, A. McWattie, J. Miller, G. Muir, J. Nelson, P. Rambaugh, J. Rhodes, H. Roydhouse, P. Ruppin, J. Tansley, S. Taylor, E. Thom, R. VickersWillis, M. Wallace, M. Walter, J. Warland, A. Wright, C. Wylie. Passed in five subjects: S. Aylward, E. Baker, M. Barr, B. Bayliss, R. Bennett, C. Birdsey, J. Brownbill, S. Cameron, L. Crellin, J. Davis, L. Dorrington, W. Fullard, S. Gayer, C. Grant, H. Hunt, P. Ingpen, A. Kefford, L. Malpas, J. Matheson, R. McDowall, S. Pyle, J. H. Smith, V. Smith, S. Wilson, G. Witcombe, J. Wood, E. Wright, E. Young. Passed in four subjects: S. Abasa, K. Burrell, F. Corstorphan, P. Dixon, W. Durbidge, R. Duthie, J. Fowler, J. Harvey, J. Heard, K. Johns, J. McConnell, J. Miles, C. Monteith, J. Oman, H. Perry, H. Seabrook, H. Sloane, H. Spencer, E. C. Stevenson, A. Stock, C. Swinton, A. Thompson, J. Thomson, Leonie Till, Lynette Till, W. Watson.

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SALVETE, 1969 P5: Fiona Beach, Esther Cohen, Barbara Fawcett, Jennifer Hallowes. P6X: Stephanie Cotton, Shelley Julian, Eve Kelly, Penelope Kerger, Carolyn Richmond, Janine Richmond. P6Y: Wendy Riddell, Sally Sleeman, Marlene Spence, Sue Spencer. Remove I: Lynette Adams, Debra Anscombe, Deborah Baker, Shirley Beggs, Alison Boardman, Anna Bramley, Christine Branch, Debra Branigan, Audrey Brown, Diane Clarke, Penelope Cohen, Kathleen Connell, Ann Crouch, Susan Dehnert, Joy Dixon, Alison Donald, Jennifer Downey, Sally Duffield, Wendy Durran, Ronnie Farquharson, Gaye Fenner, Lorraine Fleming. Remove II: Dianna Hatch, Fiona Henderson, Fiona Henshaw, Lynne Holbrook, Louise Honman, Susan Jolly, Jennifer Jones, Carla Lange, Deborah Le Page, Serina Lindeman, Jennifer Lumb, Lynn Macleod, Kim Maguire, Wendy Mayberry, Deborah McKindlay. Remove III: Jillian Orr, Marilyn Pollard, Joanna Scott, Marinda Snellen, Lynette Spry, Margaret Stewart, Brenda Thompson, Wendy Tonkin, Corelle Trickey, Debra Walker. 2X: Karen Chapman, Susan Cooper, Jaqueline Crawford, Roslyn Farquharson, Kari Kristiansen. 2Y: Rosemarie Jones, Bronwyn Mullins. Sub-Intermediate L: Davina Harper, Elizabeth Hawker, Wendy Knight. Sub-Intermediate X: Helen Brownbill, Susan Chambers. Sub-Intermediate Y: Candace McCall, Anne Sparke, Susan Stevenson, Janice Taylor, Heather Turnbull, Virginia White, Susan Yorke. Intermediate L: Jocelyn Brown, Beverly Chen, Deborah Richards. Intermediate X: Marilyn Bramley, Rosemary Carlile, Glenda Cottee, Sally Malloch, Heather Muir, Judith Woods. Intermediate Y: Sue Johns, Carolyn Trewin. Leaving A: Prudence Chapman, Mary Miller. Leaving P: Janet Broughton. Leaving G: Alison Howley, Belinda Levy, Elizabeth McKenzie, Roberta Turner, Annette Westman. Matriculation: Sallyanne Moss.

VALETE, 1968 MATRICULATION Ethelwyn Barber: 1967 Leaving (7); 1966 Intermediate (10). Lynette Batty: 1967 Leaving (5); 1966 Intermediate (6); Sub-Junior A Tennis 1963, 1964, Sub-Junior 'A' Basketball, 1963, 1964, Junior 'A' Tennis 1965, 1966; Junior 'A' Basketball 1965, 1966 (Captain), Senior 'A' Tennis 1967 (Captain) 1968; Senior 'A' Basketball 1967

(Captain) 1968; Junior Doubles RunnerUp 1965; Intermediate Doubles Runner-Up 1967; Senior Doubles Champion 1968; House Colours 1967, 1968; School Colours 1968; Deputy Prefect 1968. Jane Beckman: 1968 Matriculation; 1967 Leaving (5); 1966 Intermediate (10); Junior 'A' Baseball 1965: Junior 'A' H9ckey 1965; Senior 'B' Baseball 1966; Senior 'A' Baseball 1967, 1968; School House Captain 1968; House House Captain 1968; P.F.A. Committee 1967, 1968; House Committee 1968; House House Sports Captain 1967. Sue Berlyn: 1968 Matriculation; 1967 Leaving (5); 1966 Intermediate (10); House Committee 1968; Vice-President P.F.A. 1968, Penelope Brian: 1968 Matriculation; 1967 Leaving (4); 1966 Intermediate (9); P.F.A. Committee; 1968 Head Prefect; 1968 Head of House; Harris House Colours; Athletic Symbols; Library Committee. Sandra Brien: 1968 Matriculation; 1967 Leaving (6); 1966 Intermediate (8); Junior 'B' Baseball 1966; Junior 'B' Hockey 1966; Lawson House Colours 1968. Ann Brownsworth: 1968 Matriculation; 1967 Leaving; 1966 Intermediate (II); Library Committee 1968. Lorelle Champion: 1968 Matriculation; 1967 Leaving (5); 1966 Intermediate (9); SubJunior 'A' Tennis 1962, 1963; Sub-Junior 'A' Basketball 1962, 1963; Junior 'B' Basketball 1964; Junior 'B' Tennis 1964; Junior 'A' Tennis 1965; Junior 'A' Basketball 1965; Senior 'B' Tennis 1966, 1967, 1968; RunnerUp Junior Tennis Champion 1965; Library Committee 1968. Anne Clutterbuck: 1968 Matriculation; 1967 Leaving; 1966 Intermediate; Junior 'B' Baseball; Junior 'A' Hockey 1965; Senior 'B' Hockey 1966; Senior 'A' Hockey 1967, 1968; School Swimming Team 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968; Junior Swimming Champion 1964, 1965; Intermediate Runner-Up 1966; Library Committee 1968; School House Captain 1968; Prefect 1968. Lynda Coad: 1967 Leaving (6); 1966 Intermediate (9); Junior 'A' Tennis 1965; Junior 'A' Hockey 1965. Lynne Cooke: 1968 Matriculation; 1967 Leaving (7); 1966 Intermediate (12); Junior 'A' Baseball 1964; Sub-Junior 'A' Baseball 1963; Senior 'A' Tennis 1967, 1968; Lucernian Editress 1968; Vice-House Captain 1968; House Colours 1968. Christine Coutts: 1967 Leaving (5); 1966 Intermediate (3); Sub-Junior 'A' Basketball; Junior 'B' Hock-ey; Senior 'B' Tennis; Library Committee 1968. Jillian Coyle: 1968 Matriculation; 1967 Leaving (6); 1966 Intermediate (8); Senior 'B' Tennis 1967, 1968; Library Committee 1968. Janet Cuthbertson: 1968 Matriculation; 1967 Leaving (6); 1966 Intermediate (10); Library Committee 1968. Pauline Day: 1968 Matriculation; 1967 Leaving

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(5); 1966 Intermediate (10); Junior Hockey; Senior 'B' Tennis 1966, 1967; Senior 'A' Tennis 1968; Senior 'B' Hockey 1966; Senior 'A' Hockey 1967, 1968; Hockey Symbols 1967, 1968; House Colours 1966, 1967, 1968; Library Committee 1968; Prefect 1968; House Sports Captain 1968. Joan Donnan: 1968 Matriculation; 1967 Leaving (5); Intermediate 1966 (7). Phillipa Douglas: 1968 Matriculation; 1967 Leaving (5); 1966 Intermediate; Lucernian Committee 1968. Judith Downey: 1968 Matriculation; 1967 Leaving (5); 1966 Intermediate (10); Sub-Junior `A' Baseball 1963; Junior 'A' Baseball 1964, 1965; Junior 'A' Tennis 1966; Senior 'A' Tennis 1967, 1968; Sub-Junior 'A' Basketball 1963; Junior 'A' Basketball 1964; Equal SubJunior Athletics Champion 1962; Junior Athletics Champion 1963; Runner-up Junior Athletics Champion 1964; Lucernian Committee 1968; House Sports Captain 1968; Deputy Prefect 1968. Christine Duncan: 1967 and 1968. Matriculation; 1966 Leaving; 1965 Intermediate; Library Committee 1967, 1968; Lucernian Editress 1967; Lucernian Committee 1968; Deputy Prefect 1968. Jean Embling: 1968 Matriculation; 1967 Leaving (6); 1966 Intermediate (10); Sub-Junior Baseball 1963, 1964; Senior 'B' Tennis 1966; Senior 'A' Tennis 1967, 1968. Runner-Up Senior Doubles 1967, 1968; School Librarian 1968; Deputy Head Prefect 1968. Andrea French: 1968 Matriculation; 1967 Leaving (6); 1966 Intermediate (9); House Committee 1968. Elizabeth Grant: 1968 Matriculation; 1967 Leaving (5); 1966 Intermediate (9); Library Committee 1968; House Committee 1968. Rosemary Hardley: 1968 Matriculation; 1967 Leaving (5); 1966 Intermediate (10). Jane Hewitt: 1967 Leaving (5); 1966 Intermediate (9); Sub-Junior Basketball 1963; Junior 'B' Basketball 1965; Senior 'B' BasketBall 1967; Senior 'B' Baseball 1966, 1967, 1968; House Colours 1968; Library Committee 1968; House Committee 1968; House House Captain 1968; Lawson Sports Captain 1968. Mary Honey: 1968 Matriculation; 1967 Leaving (7); 1966 Intermediate (9); Junior Hockey 1965; Senior 'B' Hockey 1966, 1967; Library Committee 1968; School House Captain 1968; Prefect 1968. Gillian Horne: 1968 Matriculation; 1967 Leaving (5); 1966 Intermediate (6); P.G.A. Treasurer 1964; P.F.A. Committee 1968; Library Committee 1968; House Committee 1968. Judith Johnston: 1968 Matriculation; 1967 Leaving (6); 1966 Intermediate (7). Elspeth Maconachie: 1968 Matriculation; 1967 Leaving (5); 1966 Intermediate; House Committee 1968; Senior 'B' Baseball 1968. Anne Mathison: 1968 Matriculation; 1967 Leaving (6); 1966 Intermediate (10); Deputy Prefect 1968; House Committee 1968.

Elizabeth MacLeod: 1967 and 1968 Matriculation; 1966 Leaving; 1965 Intermediate; Deputy Prefect 1967; 1968 Prefect; Vice-House Captain 1968. Elizabeth May: 1967 Leaving (6); 1966 Intermediate (9); Lucernian Committee 1968. Elizabeth McRae: 1968 Matriculation; 1967 Leaving (6); 1966 Intermediate. Judith Menzies: 1968 Matriculation; 1967 Leaving (5); 1966 Intermediate (9); Deputy Prefect 1968; House Committee 1968; School House Captain 1968; Lucernian Committee 1968; Runner-Up Intermediate Swimming Champion 1966; Runner-Up Senior Champion 1967; Senior Swimming Champion 1968. Glenda Notman: 1967 Leaving (5); 1966 Intermediate (8); Sub-Junior Basketball 1963; House Committee 1968; Library Committee 1968; Social Service Representative 1968. Jill Oswin: 1967 Leaving (5). Katherine Pearcy: 1968 Matriculation; 1967 Leaving (6); 1966 Intermediate (II); Lucernian Committee 1968. Rennie Potter: 1968 Matriculation; 1967 Leaving (5); 1966 Intermediate (9); Sub-Junior Basketball 1962; Junior 'A' Baseball 1964, 1965, Captain 1966; Senior 'B' Baseball 1967; Hearne House Representative 1965; Roslyn House Captain 1968; David House Captain 1968; P.F.A. Committee 1968; House Committee 1968; Prefect 1968. Edith Prenter: 1968 Matriculation; 1967 Leaving (6); 1966 Intermediate (8); Junior Hockey 1965; Senior 'B' Hockey 1966; Senior 'A' Hockey 1967, 1968; Deputy Prefect 1968. Jennifer Rooke: 1967 Leaving (5); 1966 Intermediate (7); Library Committee 1968. Margaret-Anne Scott: 1966 Leaving; Senior 'B' Baseball 1966; Lucernian Committee 1967; Library Committee 1967; Deputy Prefect 1968. Robyn Sisson: 1967 and 1966: Leaving (5); 1965 Intermediate (6); Junior 'A' Hockey 1965; Senior 'B' Hockey 1966; House Committee 1967, 1968; Library Committee 1967; P.F.A. Committee 1968, Vice-President 1967; House House Captain 1967, 1968; Deputy Prefect 1967; Prefect 1968. Frances Spry: 1968 Matriculation; 1967 and 1966 Leaving (6); 1965 Intermediate (9); Junior 'A' Hockey 1965; Senior 'B' Hockey 1966; Senior 'A' Hockey 1967, 1968; Junior `B' Baseball 1964; Junior 'A' Baseball 1965; Senior 'A' Baseball 1966, 1967, 1968; Fencing `A' 1966, 1967; House Colours 1966, 1967, 1968; School Colours 1968; Hockey Symbols 1968; Baseball Symbols 1968; Athletic Symbols 1968; House House Sports Captain 1966; 1967; House Committee 1967, 1968; P.F.A. Committee 1967, Treasurer 1968; Library Committee 1968; Prefect 1968; House House Captain 1968; School Sports, Captain 1968. Kerran Steel: 1968 Matriculation; 1967 Leaving (5); 1966 Intermediate (7). Robyn Steele: 1968 Matriculation; 1967 Leaving (6); 1966 Intermediate (6).

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Barbara Symes: House Colours 1968; Hockey Symbols 1968; Hockey team 1968. Sue Threadgold: Judith Yeaman: 1967 Leaving (4); 1966 Intermediate (5). Robyn Woodburn: 1968 Matriculation; 1967 Leaving (5); 1966 Intermediate (10); SubJunior 'A' Baseball 1963; Junior 'A' Baseball 1964, 1965; Senior 'B' Baseball 1966; Senior `A' Baseball 1967, 1968; Junior 'A' Basketball 1963, 1964; Senior 'B' Basketball 1966; Secretary P.G.A. 1964; House Committee 1968; David House Sports Captain 1967; House Sports Captain 1968; Prefect 1968. LEAVING A Judith Brownbill: 1968 Leaving (5); 1967 Intermediate (10). Merrilyn Kelly: 1968 Leaving (6); 1967 Intermediate (9). Helen Laszlo (2nd Term, 1969). Heather Roydhouse: 1968 Leaving; 1967 Intermediate (9); Senior 'A' Basketball 1968; Intermediate Swimming Champion 1967; RunnerUp Senior Swimming Champion 1968; House Colours 1968. LEAVING P Deborah Carew: 1968 Leaving; 1967 Intermediate (8). Faye Corstorphan: 1968 Leaving (4); 1967 Intermediate (7); Senior 'B' Basketball 1968. Rhonda Duthie: 1968 Leaving (4); 1967 Intermediate (7). Wendy Fullard (1st Term 1969) 1968 Leaving (5); 1967 Intermediate (4). Michele Maddern (2nd Term, 1969). Lesley Malpas: 1968 Leaving; 1967 Intermediate (6); Senior 'A' Basketball 1967, 1968; Senior `A' Baseball 1968; House Colours 1968. Catriona MacAdie: (2nd Term 1969) 1967 Inter mediate (3). Gwynneth MacDougal: 1968 Leaving (6); 1967 Intermediate (8); Senior 'B' Baseball Captain 1968; Senior 'B' Basketball Captain 1968; House Colours 1967, 1968. Cheryl Verfurth Rosemary White: 1967 and 1968 Leaving (4); 1966 Intermediate (6); House Colours 1968; School Swimming Team 1967, 1968; RunnerUp Junior Swimming Champion. Ann Wright: 1968 Leaving (6). LEAVING G Sue Bannon: 1967 Intermediate (5). Barbara Borbidge: 1967 Intermediate (6). Denise Cameron: 1967 Intermediate (3). Judith Coop: 1967 Intermediate (3). Lorraine Cozens: 1967 Intermediate (3). Kay Dickson: 1967 Intermediate (4); Senior 'A' Baseball 1967, 1968; Senior 'B' Hockey 1968. Pamela Dixon: 1968 Leaving (4); 1967 Intermediate (5).

Wilma Durbridge: 1968 Leaving (4); 1967 Intermediate (5). Jennifer Fowler 1968 Leaving (4). Jennifer Hobson: 1967 Intermediate (4). Helen Horban: 1967 Intermediate (4). Kerry Johns: 1968 Leaving (4); 1967 Intermedia (6). Christina Matley: 1967 Intermediate (5). Wendy May Christine McDonald: 1967 Intermediate (3). Robyn McDowell: 1968 Leaving (5); 1967 Intermediate (4). Ann McWattie: 1968 Leaving (6); 1967 Intermediate (5). Linda Munro (2nd Term, 1969). Julie Oman: 1968 Leaving (4); 1967 Intermediate (7). Maxine Slorach: 1967 Intermediate (4). Leonie Till: 1968 Leaving (4). Lynette Till: 1968 Leaving (4). INTERMEDIATE Jane Cochrane. Dianne Parrot. Jeanette Johnstone. Sunni Roydhouse. Ruth Koschade. Cecelia Saba. Kaye Krepp. Robyn Scott. Susan Lowing. Jennifer Shone. Angela Ovens. Judith Stewart. Nola Symes. SUB-INTERMEDIATE Sherrie Gardiner. Julie Gibbs. Robyn Hutchinson. 2X Robyn King. 2Y Lynette Hamilton (2nd Term, 1969). Odile Just. REMOVE Susan Fields. Wendy Inglis (1st Term, 1969). Dierdre Leatham. Fiona H. MacLean. Debbie Le Page (2nd Term, 1969). Patricia Van Ierland. Denise Sutcliffe. P6 Sandra McGie. P5 Diana Inglis.

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Freedom

Where the mind is without fear and the head is held high; Where knowledge is free; Where the world has not been broken up into fragments; Where words come out of the depths of truth; Where tireless striving stretches its arms towards perfection; Where the clear stream of reason has not lost its way in the dreary desert sand of dead habit; Where the mind is led forward into ever widening thought and action Into that heaven of freedom, let my country awake. Susan Abasa (Matriculation). Page Fifty-Two

Sea

Glimmer, shimmer, and a million wrinkles Diffuse into the sea. Smooth and warm, warm and happy, Contented and yet — Perturbed. Abounding energy surges Beneath the gilded surface. She starts to heave, Begins to rock, And sway, But gently stay Within the weakened membranes. She cracks her case. Wind whips the peace, The golden plain, the limpid air, the calm, the ice, the heat, the neat And settled ripples strutting to the coast. The coast withdraws. The wind is a spur To the sea's reckless neglect. Marmoreal yet mercurial, she develops Fountains and fountains And on and on, While lethargic shores moulder and smoulder, Languorously ebbing, cowering, accepting The circles and hoops of waves and sprays of fountains, And foam, and sand, and shells. Over and over, round and through With the sun and the wind for miles. Hills recede and mountains crumple, The sea keeps rolling, bold and golden And over and over But softer and gentler Then sinks with the sun to the other side. M. Walter (Matriculation).

Fog

Fog is majestic, Fog is cold, Fog is floating, Look and behold! See the blackbirds flying on high, Their outlines etched on a dreamy sky. Fiona Beach (P5).

My Dream Horse

I see the horses galloping by With thundering hooves, leaping high, They look to me so big and tall, That cream one is the best of all. I feel the night so cool and still, I see the dun pause on the hill, The moonlight shimmering on his mane As clouds roll in with threat of rain. A thunderclap explodes the night And puts my dream horse into flight. Penelope Cohen (Remove 1). Page Fifty-Three

Our Cracker Night Bonfire

Autumn

A crackling noise could be heard as the rather scanty supply of paper was enveloped in a million tongues of flickering flames. The small but leaping fire crept slowly upwards, searching for something further to consume, and at the same time spreading outwards. Then suddenly, like a tired athlete finding some hidden energy, the kindling was a mass of towering flames endeavouring to burn the remaining rubbish — used tyres, rotted fence-posts, and card-board cartons stacked with disused papers and magazines. From a black, and now sticky mess, which was engulfed in scorching smoke, came the rather overwhelming odour of burning rubber, but still those unsatisfied flames crept on, lingering for a moment here and there to find some fresh material to devour. It was now rather difficult to see, as billowing plumes of smoke drifted around, but the conspicuous flames could be seen ardently making an impression on the " Guy's " trousers. Quickly the hungry blaze consumed the " guy's " clothing in a matter of seconds, and then, on reaching the " guy's " stocking-head, which was full of crackers, made a series of noises like that of a machine-gun exploding, and burst into myriads of showering sparks that soared through the dark night air. Gaye Fenner (Remove 1).

I feel the warmth of orange and the cold of brown In this beautiful pansy's death. I feel the time stretching over This great tanned sheerness, Reluctant to release Each exquisite movement of the Clear, cold warmth of autumn. Kristen Cook (Intermediate).

A Frightening Experience

One afternoon when my sister was at late sport at school, Mummy was in Geelong and my father was teaching at the Grammar School, I was doing my homework when suddenly I heard a squeak and a soft thud. It was somewhere in our house. I went quickly and fetched Whisky, our dog, for comfort. Suddenly as I was walking back down the hall, the noise started again. It was so sudden that I jumped. I swung round but saw nothing. I began to feel really afraid. I went quickly into the bedroom and shut the door. When we were inside, Whisky lay down on the floor. It seemed as if he was guarding me. I went on with my homework but the creaking and squeaking continued. Then a very loud creak sounded all over the house. I could wait no longer so I went into the hall and looked around. Suddenly, I started to laugh at myself. The noises had been made by the doors swinging with the wind coming through the windows! Caroline Roberts-Wray (Junior School). Page Fifty-Four

I Put Out My Hand

J. Waters (Leaving).

I put out my hand, my hand wasn't there, All I could feel was the blood in my hair. I tried to see you but my eye had gone, all I could feel was that I had done wrong. I reached for my gun, they'd taken that too, now I have nothing except of course you. You, my enemy, my only hate; Now I must die with you My God, why this fate? My God is your God, our Gods are the same, though we are looking, we're looking in vain. The hate will kill us Before we find Him, Will you take my hand And come with me?

Exams You get up at five Go to bed at ten, You fail the exam What then? Another one comes, You're all in a flurry, You lose your file And start to worry. The fatal time's here You begin to write, You're fighting a battle Who'll win the fight? The exam is winning But now you're on top Another five minutes And then you must stop. You finish the paper A minute to spare. Nothing to do But to sit and stare. I loathe exams, I think you'll agree They're a waste of time And energy. H. Wishart (Form 2).

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Loneliness

A straight line of shining white pavement Reflects a brilliant sun From a pale blue suburban sky. Houses. But no people. The natural sound of my footsteps Echoes alone through the quiet waste. Jennifer Bartlett (Intermediate).

A Determinable Shape

You can see the past in a better perspective than the present because time is a pack of cards thrown over and around you. Only when you step ahead and let the cards fall around in a random form, can you look on objectively and judge the scene. The present is you, clotted by cards. You support them because they are leaning against you — dependent on the nature of you yourself. The present is too immediate, too intricately involved in you. You can't see it clearly because it has too many facets. Do not try to analyze it. You will always move amongst cards. Do the cards justice and be as honourable as you can be so that their form will be acceptable to onlookers, so that when you look back at the way they have fallen, you will be pleased by what you see. Sallyanne Moss (Matriculation).

BOOK TITLES

" McAdam's Views in Rhodes." " Book-Keeping " by Single Entry. " Johnson's Contradictionary." " Shelley's Choncologist." " Recollects of Bannister " by Lord Stair " The Scottish Boccacio " by D Cameron. " Socrates on Wedlock." " Jonah's Account of the Whale." " The History of a Short Chancery suit " in 21 volumes. " Hansard's guide to Refreshing Sleep " in many volumes. " Cat's Lives " in nine volumes. "Who's at the door?" by Virginia Woolf. " The Money Market " by Ellis Dee. " The Pin in the Chair " by Rose Upquick. " Pilgrims Progress Impeded " by Bunyan. "The Book Collector " by Borrow.

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Lost All is still. The icy fingers of wind wrap around me. No human sound cries forth To pierce the silence . . . Solitude.

Desolate; bewildered By the cruel abandonment Of civilization. I long for a human voice To break the taunting quietness. Lost, forlorn. A stark realization Of my pathetic plight; I grope my way in darkness A forgotten figure, A forgotten face. H. Watson (Intermediate).

A Lesson in Black and White Inky pogo pagin pa See de nigger over da? He's a baddie cos he's black He ain't nobody cos he's black He ain't no good a'cos he's black He ain't like us (cos he ain't white 'S only dem dats ever right) . . . nilly pilly tong anite. See dat chile wif yeller skin? He's made by love 'tween us and dem. See da life he has to live Da people larfs and jeers at him (Cos he was caused by blackman's sin) No-one ain't gonna let him in, Neana leana durung tin. See dem people staring thru Da winda wid de broken glass? Dere were a riot — p'lice come pass Now dem people got no home Lil' chile go hungry belly No-one help him cos he's yeller . . Randy kan da malno troo. Inky pogo pagin pah See da big sun risin' da? He give same light to black-and-white Den why dem blacks got littler right? Me tinkit you and I must see What dis old world should really be Nilly pilly tong anite. Page Fifty-Seven

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Ode to a Saturday Night Dance

(With apologies to Keats and Psyche) 0 Godess hear these tuneless numbers, wrung By the sweet (?) singer and his loud guitar, And pardon that thy secret should be sung Even into thy own percussion deafened ear. Surely I dreamt tonight or did I see The long haired drummer with awakened eyes? I wandered in the dance hall thoughtlessly And on the sudden fainting with surprise Saw two fair creatures, seated side by side, In deepest gloom beneath the streamered roof And trash and burst balloons, where they sat A couple scarce espied. Midst coke bottles old used straws and cigarette ends They sat and waited for their fate, Each One bedecked in clothes of latest fashion And wondered why their escorts were so late. Their hair piled up showed many a straggling end, Their eyes full black mascared to the core, Did mourn the night before it was yet spent. Their faces fair John Lennon did not shame Fairer than he, disciples of his cult. 0 luck, at last their knights appeared, But not on chargers black, or bearing swords? They swaggered up in leather jackets bold And tattered moccasins and faded cords. Each seized his partner with modern chivalry And joined the mystic circle on the floor, To lurch and sway in movement to the beat In silence `neath the drummer's steady roar. Thy priestess will I be and form a band, And bring to others that which thou has to me brought The joy of wandering lonely through a hall, Watching the drummer in frenzied passion wrought. Judy Clutterbuck (Leaving).

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If telephone lines had ears And a mouth to tell, But half of what it hears, Most of us would end in . . The bags have preference of space on the floor, It's really an effort to get to the door. Anonymous.

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About Myself

About myself I know a great deal, I'm selfish and shallow and my friendship's not real. I think only of self and what I can gain, I don't even care If I cause others pain. I tease, I cajole, I threaten and plead till I get what I want, I leave others in need. O God! what I'd give for someone to know and understand, why I hate myself so. by someone who has not the courage to sign her name.

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Losing You

Hate is gluey and viscous with diabolically terrifying fingers which clutch and sear . . Loneliness is blackness — a tightly frightening band around my stomach . . . Fury is passionately blinding with Indiscriminant flashes of red light . But happiness is your face Warm with love and tenderness. And if I could have captured your every thought If I could have held you here forever My tears would not be mingling with the sand And my footsteps not disappearing with the tide.

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Find yourself — before abandoning it to others. For if not you are lost Ceaselessly seeking to identify it in and through Other people, with vain unrecognized half-formed Hopes of eventual ownership. Relentlessly pursuing, in hope of recapture, That which had never been received; Never obtaining that which makes A complete person — personal independence the faith and hope of an individual complete in himself the epitome available to all human beings on which to build fruitfully; the completion of themselves: the ability to stand alone in the world with the world, still preserving sanity. Catriona McGregor (Matriculation).

Haiku Oh to be a knight On a white steed to capture The OMO lady. Screwing up paper, Into a little round ball, Screwing up a tree. Margot Pizer (4L).

Complaints Hermie kids get all the luck, To Grammar they are going. Morongo girls might pine away Without the College knowing. The library has special rules, Which Matrics are always breaking. The Leavings never utter a word, But the blame they're aiways taking. Tennis courts, there aren't enough, Players, there are too many, One hundred girls to every court Exceedingly despairing! Anonymous. Page Sixty-Three

FROM ARID SKIES . . . Huge eyes burned dominating tne filthy face. A face across which the skin was tightly drawn with a mouth wnich was cracked and bleeding and bones which threatened to break our. His belly protruded grotesquely and every rib was visible against the transparent skin. Oblivious to everything except to his pain — a dull aching need for food, he lay on the arid ground, burnt by the blazing sun. The tiny limbs were powerless to enable him to crawl away from it into the shade and it was drying him as it had dried everything. The flies blackened his sores and his mother, an old woman before her time, came and caressed him, her eyes dull with pain, with hopelessness and with futility knowing she could do nothing for him, knowing he was slowly dying. Something in her died for this was her child and she loved him with all the emotion she had left. She would have stolen for him, killed for him, wept for him, yet there was nothing to steal, no-one to kill and her tears had long since been evaporated by the mocking sun. there was nothing here now — a few mud huts, a few dull-eyed women, a few starving children were all they had left when they had killed and plundered. She too sat there resignedly waiting for the death that was her only hope in life. Are we too selfish, too complacently embedded in our society which strives for wealth that we do not notice those who only strive for life? Is it thoughtlessness that causes us to tip our excess wheat into the sea? Do we shrink from our human responsibilities? S. Connor (Matriculation) Page Sixty-Four

RESURRECTION

Stung and embittered by life's brutality, he was shy of once more plunging himself into the sea of competition, of fighting for self alone and letting the other guy " go hang ". But the time inevitably came, when he was forced to take the first tentative steps back towards reality. He had to take up his responsibilities, to pick up the burden he had so joyfully dropped as soon as an easy way was seen. His wife had said that she would take him back, that she would try to forget the desertion she had already forgiven. His children also, were now old enough to understand that their father's " illness " was of his own making, and was caused by his own weakness. He would have to try and make it up to them. Mind you, he'd not try to make excuses, he wasn't going to hide his shame. They could see the scars on his arms (though not those more deeply etched in his mind) and they would be told, if they were interested, of the fight of a very stubborn man, to give him the desire to walk out of that hellhouse unaided by any chemical crutch. And that man won his fight. By sheer pig-headedness, that doctor had wheedled and insulted and flattered him into giving up that syringe and returning to the human race with a very different type of aid — the knowledge that someone cared that he was alive and truly free for the first time in seven years. A. Kefford (Matriculation).

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Suddenly all was still Thought and breath poised (As on the split second of immobility Before the wave curves and thunders To the sand, hurling itself with a fury which Highlights that climax). There — shining soft, gleaming gold Bathed with lucent lamplight It sat — quietly with no Sound but the noise of emotional tumult in my brain. It is old, many years old; it has been worn by Many: with what words was it given and Received? . . . With what words was it removed? Has it shaped destiny? There, always, casting its spell; reducing all Else to insignificance, its purity of colour And texture radiating the richly emotive Warmth of gold, from which has been fashioned The clasping hands over entwined initials, long since erased, Proclaiming the original symbolic significance of the ring. Catriona McGregor (Matriculation).

So slowly, at first, That shimmering, golden drop, And then a blinding flash — SUCCESS! It bounced beyond the leaf — And for one glorious moment, Hung, more glorious than the Sun. Then sank to die In a stupor of joy.

It waited, silently; And all the morning watched. And dew was heavy In that first shimmering haze; And while the world listened, Open to the skies, One golden drop of rain Tried to defy gravity. S. Henton (Intermediate).

" Your tongue runs nineteen to the dozen." " I'm horrified shocked and amazed!" " Psst, ch, ch." " Eeeelaine! Are you with us?" riththththmmmmmz." " Log U " Guerls, Y're no' ullowed . . . " " As you were, child, as you were." and don't come back for the rest of the term!!" " I WILL not have this!!" " Speaking from MY experience . . " And the wooden spoon. goes to . " You silly Billy!" " Don't juggle with figures . . . play it safe." CS

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Silence

What is silence? A place devoid of noise; Sounds characteristic of a morgue? The pleasant serenity of a country churchyard? Does silence indicate consent? Or perhaps indecision? Is silence golden . . Or is it a sin? E. Baker (Matriculation).

They're BRILLIANT . . . They're TIDY . . . They're always the BEST . . . They get all the PREFERENCE . And we get the rest!

ANTI A's.

A Limerick There was a man from Madrid, Who ate sixty-five eggs for a quid, When asked, " Are you faint?" He said, " No I ain't," But I don't feel as well as I did!" P. Cohen (Remove). The crowd hushed as the last competitor signalled he was The Buckjumper ready. The dusty arena was pitted by the hooves of previous buckjumpers, and the riders in the arena wiped dusty hands over dry mouths. Suddenly the chute gate opened, and with a gigantic leap, a wild, struggling mass of horseflesh burst into the arena. With mean head thrust between its knees, the horse bucked, kicked, spun and whirled its way around the arena. With each backbreaking spin the rider bumped and swayed in the saddle, and his neck jerked sharply with each successive bound. Fighting like a tiger to free itself of the burden clinging to its back, the buckjumper hurled itself into each buck with hate. The flank strap bit into its flesh, driving it closer and closer to the edge of insane terror. The whites of its eyes showed red, ears were firmly planted against the back of its neck, lips curled sullenly, showing clenched teeth. Suddenly, it sprung into the air, spinning in a tight circle, and on landing gave a jarring buck which sent the rider hurtling through the air, to land with a sickening thud. The broken figure lay still — as the crowd rose to its feet. Riders hurried to catch the mad horse, while officials ran to the body. But it was too late. The horse had won. Anne Chirnside (Sub-Intermediate). Page Sixty-Seven

Valete Thoughts Reflecting over thirteen years,

The time has covered many spheres, Junior days were so much fun, Bear walking had just begun. Promotion to Grade five proceeded, Pinafores and milk not needed, Maths and Science we were taught, Oh what knowledge, we all thought. Senior School and French began, Les Livres Toto we read and sang, Geometry was often cursed And stricter rules came with a burst Third form seemed that precocious age, When dancing class was all the range, Spotty faces with Clearasil cover Caused much concern among each other. Matriculation is here at last And all those years are in the past, No more dates, just study and books, October tests and fear-filled looks. Examinations are now near, Desolation we all fear, Our greatest need is inspiration, Our greatest hope is jubilation. Judith Ince (Matriculation).

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OLD COLLEGIANS' ASSOCIATION

Office-Bearers — 1970 President: Mrs. EATHORNE PAVIA. Senior Vice-President: Mrs. NOELLE COOK. Junior Vice-President: Mrs. JOAN MORWOOD. Secretary: Mrs. MARLENE RYAN. Assistant Secretary: Mrs. ANNE HOWARTH. Treasurer: Mrs. BARBARA CARR. Assistant Treasurer: Mrs. NORMA MOCKRIDGE. " Lucernian " Representative: Miss JEAN RENTOUL. Joint Hostesses — Golden Jubilee, 1970 Mrs. EATHORNE PAVIA, Mrs. VIDA FALLAW. I have much pleasure is presenting the Annual Report of Morongo Oid Collegians Association for 1969. It is with great sadness that we record the death of Miss Gertrude Pratt, on the 23rd July, 1969. Miss Pratt guided the School through its formative period, and exerted a profound Christian influence on numerous girls, who now mourn her passing. To the end of her long life of ninety-three years, Miss Pratt was intensely devoted to the School, and eagerly followed every step of its development. During their many visits, Miss Pratt astounded Old Collegians with her memory of them, and of School activities. We remember with pride and gratitude Miss Pratt's contribution to Morongo. A memorial service was held at Morongo on Friday morning, the 25th July, and tributes were paid to Miss Pratt by Miss Shaw, Mr. McCann, and Vida Fallaw.

Many Old Collegians were present and a tape recording was made of the service. The President and many Old Collegians were present at the Funeral held in Melbourne on Monday the 28th July, 1969. This has been a very busy year, with many and varied functions, visits to other Branches, and also to functions held by Old Collegians Associations of other Schools. Your Committee has also been working on details for the Jubilee. Our year began with the Annual Meeting, held in the Junior School on the 23rd November, 1968 at 11 a.m., followed by drinks and savouries served in Lucy Shaw House, and Luncheon in the Dining Hall. Miss Shaw gave a resume of School activities, which seem to become more, and varied each year. Our guests to the Luncheon included, Miss Shaw, Miss Sutherland, Miss Henderson, and Miss Rentoul, Representatives from Old Collegians Associations of P.L.C., M.L.C., The Hermitage, Melbourne Grammar, and Combined Old Girls' Association, also Mrs. Higginbotham from the Geelong Advertiser. At the conclusion of the Luncheon the new President, Eathorne Pavia officially came into office and thanked the retiring President, Jennifer Heath, and Secretary, Noele Cook, for their untiring work during their two year term. Our thanks must go to Miss Shaw, Miss Rentoul, and the Domestic Staff for the excellent catering arrangements. Our first function for the new year was a Buffet Dinner on February the 26th, at the Royal Commonwealth Rooms to meet and welcome new (and old) members of Staff. This was a happy evening, with a display of treasured possessions. The Fete was held on 15th March, and many girls helped with our Old

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Collegians cake stall, or assisted on other stalls. We thank all those who helped either on the day, or with goods to sell. As there are many Jubilee functions next year, the Fete will be cancelled, but will resume in 1971.

Meetings on 21st April and 29th September. Wimmera Branch meeting at Horsham on Saturday, 3rd May. Goulburn Valley Branch Meeting at Shepparton on 3rd August.

Our Mid-Year Luncheon was held on 5th June at the Royal Commonwealth Rooms, and we were very fortunate to have as our Speaker, Gerda Nicolson, who gave us a most enlightening talk on " A Day in the Life of a T.V. Star ". Our guests included Miss Shaw, and representatives from Old Collegians Associations of Clonard, Sacret Heart, The Hermitage and Geelong College, Mrs. Nicolson and Gwen Keen. We included guests from other Schools, as we did not have a special function this year, to return hospitality.

We extend our best wishes to all Branches, and hope that they have continued success in 1970.

On 23rd July, the President and Secretary were present for morning coffee at Morongo for the opening of the Canteen. The gathering included Miss Shaw, and members of the Council, members of the Parents' and Friends' and Senior and Junior Auxiliaries. All agreed the Canteen is a most spacious and attractive room, and has already been used for meetings, as well as daily lunches. During the year the President, Secretary and Vida Fallaw (Joint Hostess for Jubilee Year), have been included in Jubilee Committee meetings, held at Mr. Neilson's office, to finalize details for the functions to be held in 1970. Old Collegians were represented in the Sun Tennis and Golf Cups, and the Swimming and Athletic Sports. We thank all girls who took part in these fixtures. Eathorne Pavia and June McColl continue to be our delegates to the National Council of Women. We thank them for their reports of these Meetings. Representatives and Miss Shaw have visited: Colac for Western District Branch Church Service and Luncheon, on 23rd February, and Annual Meeting on 4th October. Melbourne Branch Dinner Dance on 21st March, and Melbourne Branch

The Old Collegians have promised a $500 Toaster to the Boarding House, but as yet no model has proven satisfactory. We thank all those who have assisted us throughout the year, Miss Shaw, for her interest and co-operation, Miss Rentoul, Mr. Geoff Neilson for his work as Auditor, and Mrs. Higginbotham from the Geelong Advertiser. I would also like to take this opportunity to thank all members of the Committee for their support throughout the year. Marlene E. Ryan, Honorary Secretary.

YOUNGER SET REPORT, 1969

It has been a disappointing year for the Morongo Old Collegians Younger Set, owing to the lack of attendance. Unfortunately we were only able to hold three meetings: A general discussion regarding the Activities for the year were planned and committee members were elected. A Table Tennis and Games Night. A Jewellery Night. It was decided by committee members that the annual dinner be cancelled for this year. We hope in 1970, being the Jubilee Year, that more girls will participate in the activities of the " Younger Set " to make it a more successful year.

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Judy Docherty, Secretary. Helen McGovan, President.

REVENUE ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30th SEPTEMBER, 1969 IncomeSubscriptions $37.00 Interest - Bank $23.44 Life Subscriptions 503.32 526.76 Surplus on Reunion 33.85 $597.61 ExpenditurePrinting and Stationery Postage Lucernians Functions Morongo - Dux Prize Interest - Melbourne Branch Western District Branch Goulburn Valley Branch Wimmera Branch

$191.33 127.22 4.10 23.74 21.00 $90.00 28.00 15.00 25.00 158.00 59.95 40.15 11.50

Presentations Sundry Expenditure Badge Reserve Fund

636.99 $39.38

Deficiency For Year

BALANCE SHEET AS AT 30th SEPTEMBER, 1969 $10,347.60 Life Membership Fund 163.85 Charities Fund 49.59 Badge Reserve Fund 143.00 Jubilee Gift $432.21 General Fund - Balance 1/10/68 39.38 Less Deficiency for year 392.83 $11,096.87 These Funds are represented by:Commonwealth Bonds S.E.C. Debentures M. & M.B.W. Debentures Gas & Fuel Corporation Debentures Geelong Waterworks & Sewerage Trust Petty Cash Commonwealth Savings Bank Stock Badges

$1,620.00 3,500.00 3,400.00 800.00 600.00 2.83 1,102.64 71.40 $11,096.87

TRUST ACCOUNTS STATEMENT OF RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS For the Year Ended 30th September, 1969 Morongo Scholarship Fund: Cash at Bank 1/10/68 $105.12 Add - Receipts - Interests 300.00 Bonds Matured

$58.09 405.12

Less - Payments - Scholarship

463.21 100.00

Cash at Bank 30/9/69

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Special Fund: Cash at Bank 1/10/68 Add — Receipts — Profit from Functions Donations Interest

$1,984.39 $118.42 5.50 72.78 196.70

Less — Donation to Morongo re Canteen

2,181.09 1,000.00

Cash at Bank 30/ 9/ 69

$1,181.09

Harris Fund: Cash at Bank 1/10/68 Add — Receipts — Interest Bonds Matured

$21.74 160.00

Less — Payments — A. C. Harris Prize Investment

21.00 200.00

$46.45 181.74 228.19 221.00 $7.19

Cash at Bank 30/9/69

BALANCE SHEET OF TRUST ACCOUNTS as at 30th September, 1969 Morongo Scholarship Fund Special Fund Harris Fund

$2,063.21 1,181.09 407.19 $3,651.49 $200.00 1,100.00 800.00 1,188.28 363.21

Commonwealth Bonds S.E.C.Debentures M. & M.B.W. Debentures State Savings Bank Commonwealth Savings Bank

$3,651.49

MELBOURNE BRANCH Annual Report, 1969

I have pleasure in presenting the 1969 report of the Melbourne Branch of the Old Collegians. It was with deep regret we heard of the passing of Miss Pratt this year. Those who knew her — loved and respected her. Those who knew of her, saw all about them the results of her dedication to the School.

More 50 cent parties and luncheons were organised this year and we thank the following girls who organized these pleasant " Get togethers ": Gwen McKay, Frances Stevens, Jan Bradshaw, Pat Glover, Leila Ralton, Elsie Bishop, Phyllis Orchard, Erica Johnson, Dorothea Arnott, Mavis Hicks.

The Melbourne Branch had organised a roster in which an Old Collegian visited Miss Pratt each Monday and I know they all feel as 1 did that the hourly visit passed like five minutes.

Our Supper Dance at. No. 9 Darling Street, on 20th March this year was a happy occasion for those who attended but in spite of efforts of the Committee, our numbers were less than those of the previous year. We do hope those who promised to attend our Jubilee Ball will remember and give the School their support on 21st March, 1970.

She was so genuinely interested in everybody and everything about the School — past, present and future.

The Ticket Secretary, Joan Swain, 288 5261, will welcome any enquiries concerning this function.

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We send our best wishes to our parent branch and our sister branches for a successful Jubilee Year in 1970 and may we all continue to support Morongo activities. Our Committee: President: Lorna Hooper. Treasurer: Min Thomson. Secretary: Joan Swain. Elsie Bishop, Sue Brown, Elaine Howden, Cathy McConachie, Faye Pope, Phyllis Orchard. Joan Swain, Secretary. BALANCE SHEET Statement of Receipts and Expenditure For the Year Ending 30/9/1969 Receipts Bank Balance 30/9/68 Subscriptions Donation Jubilee Fund Donations Life Memberships Interest Life Members Supper Donations Opportunity Table Badges Ball Receipts Bank Interest

$140.39 46.00 4.00 346.50 50.40 84.00 47.92 22.74 1.00 931.40 11.93

Ryan who travel so willingly and keep us in touch with Morongo and Old Collegian news. There was the usual natter on meeting friends again then the President, Janice Russell (King) extended a welcome to all and continued with our annual meeting. It was decided to increase our Bank balance by donations to enable our Branch to present a gift to the School for it's Jubilee in February, 1970. Miss Shaw giving us a few suggestions, before speaking on School activities, followed by Marlene Ryan outlining Old Collegian activities and the proposed programme for Jubilee celebrations. We were pleased to have Barbara (Batten) Stewart's mother with us. Mrs. Batten (Erva Hirst) gave us news of Miss Pratt whom she visited each week and was still very interested in news of her former pupils. The Office-Bearers for the coming year are as follows: President: Janice (King) Russell.

$1,686.28

Vice-Presidents: Ida (Brewster) Bourke, Anna (McBain) Miller.

Expenses Postage Printing Stationery Florist Reunion Expenses Life Membership to Geelong Badges to Geelong Ball Expenses Bank Adjustment Bank Balance 30/9/69

$40.00 13.54 1.50 9.00 74.05 50.40 1.00 826.77 1.90 668.12 $1,686.28

WIMMERA BRANCH Annual Report, 1969 I have much pleasure in presenting the 1969 Annual Report of the Wimmera Branch of Old Collegians. Jean (Williams) Hanna very kindly offered her lovely home " Droylsden " 145 Baillie Street Horsham again for our 6th Annual Reunion and it was an enjoyable afternoon for the 34 " Old Girls " present. We were pleased to welcome from Geelong, Miss Shaw, Miss Jean Rentoul and Mrs. Marlene

Secretary/Treasurer: Rona (Bennett) Schilling Our " Bring-a-Gift Buy-a-Gift " table once again proved popular and $29.10 was raised to augment our Bank account. Congratulations to Heather (Lewis) Reid, and Beverley (Johns) Cameron on the birth of their sons and to Joan (Campbell) Thomson on the birth of a daughter. An excellent afternoon tea was enjoyed by all and the afternoon closed with the singing of the School Song. Our best wishes to all Old Collegians for a very happy and successful Jubilee Year. Rona S. Schilling, Secretary/Treasurer.

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BALANCE SHEET, 1969 Receipts Balance at Bank, May, 1968 $107.68 2.40 Bank Interest 24.00 Interest — Life Memberships 2.00 Membership Fees 22.00 Donations — Jubilee Gift 37.00 Afternoon Tea Proceeds — Stall 29.10 $224.18 Expenditure Postages Flowers Catering Advertisement

$5.00 3.40 16.50 2.10 27.00 197.18 $224.18

GOULBURN VALLEY BRANCH Annual Report, 1969 I have much pleasure in presenting the report of the Goulburn Valley Branch for 1969. This year we combined the day for our Annual Meeting and Church Service, holding one large " get together " on 3rd August at St. Andrew's Church, Shepparton. We were very happy to have with us Miss Shaw, Miss Rentoul and Mrs. Pavia, and we do thank them for travelling from Geelong despite the rain. After a very pleasant buffet luncheon the Annual Meeting was held. The President of the Old Collegians, Eathorne Pavia, told us of the year's activities and of the plans being prepared by the Old Collegians for the Jubilee Celebrations. Eathorne then took the chair for the election of office-bearers.

having to travel long distances. A cheque for the new tea and coffee urn in the Dining Hall was to be sent immediately. Miss Shaw then gave us interesting news of the School's activities. We do appreciate Miss Shaw giving her time to travel so far and we enjoy hearing all she has to tell. The Church Service followed, conducted by St. Andrew's new Minister, Rev. R. Mitchell. Mrs. Mitchell, formerly Mary Cattanach, is an Old Collegian and I would like to thank them both for their help and to welcome Mary to our Branch. We were sad to hear of the recent death of Miss Pratt and appreciated the opportunity to hear a tape recording of the Memorial Service held at Morongo. Afternoon tea concluded our Reunion. I would like to thank Gwen Jensen (Bradshaw) for her very able work as. Treasurer over the past years and for the help and support of the other OfficeBearers. Heather Lloyd, President. BALANCE SHEET, 1969 Income Bank Balance brought forward 2 yearly memberships Interest on Life Members Donations 10 Lunches Bank Interest

$107.62 2.00 18.00 66.00 30.00 5.83 $229.45

Expenditure Annual Meeting Expenses Secretary's Petty Cash

33.00 6.00

Credit Balance in Bank

190.45

President: Heather (Laird) Lloyd. Vice Presidents: Moira (Hildebrand) Pankhurst, Betty Thornton. Secretary: Barbara (Bradshaw) Ramage.

$229.45

Gwen Jensen, Treasurer.

WESTERN DISTRICT BRANCH

Treasurer: Jean Fish. It was decided that next year we would hold a ,similar Reunion in August as a singit. effort is easier for those

Annual Report, 1969 I have pleasure in presenting the Annual Report of the Western District Branch of the Morongo Old Collegians.

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A successful Church Parade was held at St. Andrew's, Colac, on 23rd February. More than forty Old Collegians atended the service, and thirty-two were able to attend a luncheon which followed. We were pleased to welcome Miss Shaw, Eathorne Pavia and Marlene Ryan from Geelong. Miss Shaw gave us a most interesting report of the latest news of Morongo. Several members attended the fete at Morongo and also the mid-year luncheon in Geelong. We were saddened by the news of the death of our first Principal, IVIiss Gertrude Pratt. The contribution made by Miss Pratt to the development of Morongo will be remembered throughout the life of the School. The Annual Meeting was held on 4th October at the home of Mrs. Jessie Beckmann, when Miss Shaw and representatives of the Geelong Branch attended.

The new Office-Bearers are:

Presidents (Joint): Jessie Hastie, Jessie Beckmann. Secretary: Lexie Stray, 158 Hearn Street, Colac, 3250. Treasurer: Jessy Borwick.

Our good wishes are extended to those of our members who have announced their engagements or have married during the past year, or have welcomed new members to their families. Our sympathy is extended to those who have suffered the loss of loved ones. We wish to thank Miss Shaw and the representatives of the Geelong Branch who have shown continued interest in our Branch and so willingly travelled from Geelong to attend our functions. Lexie Stray, Secretary.

BALANCE SHEET, 1969 Receipts By Balance at Bank 30/ 9/ 68 $185.79 „ Bank Interest Colac Branch 8.30 „ Bank Interest Geelong Branch 30.00 „ Proceeds Stall, October 1968 8.06 „ Contributions to Joyce Alexander Scholarship Fund 28.00 „ Donations 12.00 $272.15 Expenditure To Hire of Sunday School Hall, Annual Meeting £2.00 Haris and Vesey, Floral Tributes 4.90 L. Morrow, Floral Tributes 4.45 Petty Cash (M. Neisen) 2.40 Geelong Branch for Joyce Alexander Scholarship Fund 50.00 „ Balance at Bank, 30/ 9 / 69 $208.40 $272.15

J. Gulbin, President. J. Borwick, Treasurer.

ENGAGEMENTS Doreen Keartland to Barry Heubner. Robyn Baxter to David Anderson. Marie Baxter to John Haydon. Heather Gray to Harvey Jones. Judith Meredith to Stephen Carre. Virginia Profitt to John Anthony. Gerda Nicholson to Gyula Szappanos. Diane Sprague to Derek Edgerton. Ruth Venters to Raymond Willis. Terry Winkler to David Price. Anne Casement to Roger King. Margaret Wood to Juris Midegs. Joy Casboult to Gary Bryant. Catherine Bufton to Douglas Altmann. Margaret Gonsal to Ian Clifford. Jill Dohnt to David McCallum. Ann Champness to Roger Male. Sandy Purnell to Lawrence McGrath. Elizabeth Chapman to Edward Taylor. Rosemary Laidlaw to Trevor Lumb. Janet Hosford to Graeme Nelson. Elaine McCaskill to Morris Peiters. Cheryl Finch to Bruce Pettitt. Jennifer McKewan to Dennis Ekstedt. Beris Lowe to Maurice Ford. Alida Cocking to Jeffery Evans. Helen Fidge to David Ray. Judith Cuzens to Brian Saleh. Janet Brewster to Nigel Moody. Sue Crellin to — Janine Anderson to — Helen Forbes to —

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MARRIAGES Felice Dougall to Terry Brown. Janette Ockleston to Alan Pearse. Frances Lewis to Ian Wilmott. Mary Till to Geoffrey Kinnealy. Jocelyn Walker to Keith Phillips. Jennifer Henton to Richard Ledgar. Heather Pettitt to Peter Scheuffele. Robin Ormrod to Andrej Betz. Wendy Wood to Patrick Wright. Pamela Trusswell to Douglas Robertson. Winsome Newberry to Ronald Vernieux. Wendy Hudson to Michael Oakley. Noela Miller to Graeme Mason. Lois Slack to Richard Silverstein. Kerry Gardner to Rodney Dark. Sandra Bufton to Ian Maclntyre. Joan Butcher to Jeffrey Sykes. Marie Baxter to John Hayden. Margaret McLean to Brian Sullivan. Gerda Nicholson to Gyula Szappanos. Jill Hodgson to Ian Gill. Susan Cook to Anthony Bromwell. Clare Bucknall to Ian Grant. Marlene Miller to Ivan Barber. Robyn Thewlis to Peter Funstan. Desma Roberts to Ronald Blow. Bronwyn Freeman to Guy Wilson. Elizabeth Kidd to David Stamp. Pat Barber to Ian Blair. Betty Grant to Gwyn Harper. Ann Casement to Roger King. Patricia Read to Warren Medwell. Glenis Harrison to John Gray. June Hooper to John Nixon-Smith. Helen Chisholm to John Milne. Carol McEachern to Antony Harry. Helen D. Hill to Jeffrey Wright. Barbara Polley to Geoffrey Begg. Terry Winkler to David Price. Lorraine Jones to Alex Esipoff. Susan Crowe to Russell Cleverdon. Jacqueline Hedley to Geoffrey Oswell. Dianne Batten to Pat Gorman. Julie Cowperthwaite to Trevor Easterbrooke.

BIRTHS Mr. and Mrs. N. Gow (Jill Urquhart)—a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. S. Mockridge (Norma Devine)— a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. J. Davies (Nola Longwell)— a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. B. Hall (Carolyn Walter)— a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. 0. Yateman (Pat Dean)—a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. F. Currie (Jennifer Bradshaw)— a son.

Mr. and Mrs. W. Dennis (Jan Gray)—a a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. R. Piesse (Elizabeth Roland)— a son. Mr. and Mrs. M. McDonald (Elizabeth McCann) —a son. Mr. and Mrs. R. Campbell (Jacqueline Bradshaw—a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. R. McMillan (Heather McDonald) —a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. J. McDonald (Jean Hamilton)— a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. P. Menzel (Cynthia Wettenhall)— a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. R. Beer (Margaret McKellar)— a son. Mr. and Mrs. K. Mitchell (Patricia Illingworth) —a son. Mr. and Mrs. J. Ward (Lois Hanna)—a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. D. Overall (Riona Mills)—a son. Mr. and Mrs. R. Leigh (Jennifer Terrier)— a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. R. Rollinson (Anne Weaver)— a son. Mr. and Mrs. B. Hawkins (Jennifer Sweetten)— a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. M. Armour (Elinor Casboult)— a son. Mr. and Mrs. S. Clancy (Susan Tucker)— a son. Mr. and Mrs. R. Moss (Gwenda Griffiths)— a son. Mr. and Mrs. B. Renton (Priscilla Sharkey)— a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. G. Hercus (Carol Roydhouse)— a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. J. Sullivan (Nan Fewtrell)— a son. Dr. and Mrs. G. Wylie (Jill Howden)—a son. Mr. and Mrs. R. Rutter (Pam Radford)— a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. R. Wilson (Pat Evans)—twins— son and daughter. Mr. and Mrs. I. Tyack (Margaret Grenfell)— a son. Mr. and Mrs. J. Madden (Jan Metherall)— a son. Mr. and Mrs. D. Keck (Judy Stinton)—twin Sons. Mr. andm Mrs. P. Johnson (Gail Jolly)—a son. Mr. and Mrs. J. Crellin (Pam Murray)—a son. Mr. and Mrs. B. Worland (Elizabeth McGorlick) —a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. G. Blackburn (Prue Gilmore)— a son. Mr. and Mrs. R. Bell (Jeanette Shrimpton)— a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. L. Bog'nuda (Juan Ingpen)— a son. Mr. and Mrs G Ganley (Glenda Palmer)— a son. Mr. and Mrs. (Valda Little)— a son.

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Mr. and Mrs. Lawson (Margaret Dando)— a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. J. Eisner (Elaine Whittaker)— a son. Mr. and Mrs. M. MccDowell (Marion Sykes)— a son. Mr. and Mrs. R. Peters (Alison Forbes)— a son. Mr. and Mrs. G Wilson (Bronwyn Freeman)— a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. R. Garrett (Anne Shrimpton)— a son. Mr. and Mrs. M. Richards (Elizabeth Hope)— a son. Mr. and Mrs. D. McVean (Janet Pigdon)— a daughte r. Mr. and Mrs. D. Cook (Annette Kayser)— a son. Mr. and Mrs B. Orme (Mary Bridge)—a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. D. Fairweather (Elizabeth Davies) —a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. J. Potter (Julie Campbell)— Mr. and Mrs. S. Reid (Heather Lewis)—a son. Mr. and Mrs. J. Thomson (Joan Campbell)— a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. C. Campbell (Beverley Johns)— a son. Mr. and Mrs. B. Robinson (Jillian Wood)— a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. D. White (Sally Dorman)— a daughter.

NEWS AND NOTES First of all a reminder to all Old Collegians to remember and to take part in our Golden Jubilee Celebrations at the end of this year and in the first term of next year. You have all been made aware of the various functions and the Committee is hopeful that you all will be able to attend at least one of these. There has been much preparation over many months and now it is up to the Old Collegians and the friends of the School to see that our " Year " is a successful and memorable one. Contemporaries of Hazel McKenzie (Bumpstead) will have read with interest of the academic success of her daughter, Catherine, who though totally blind, topped her year at Monash where she is studying Arts and Law. During the year she was guest speaker at a meeting of the Blind Auxiliary and also launched the yacht, " Catherine McKenzie " for Mr. Henry Jacobs. Those who knew Gerda Szappanos (Nicolson) were interested to see her

on T.V. in the Bell Bird Session. She has also been in Melbourne stage productions. Kerry Dark (Gardner) will be in Port Moresby for the next two years. Her husband is in a responsible position with the Reserve Bank. Jocelyn Gardner is at the moment overseas. Heather Scott and Janece Harvey are on a working tour — they were in Edinburgh for the winter. Marian Heard and Jan Gawith are also abroad. Congratulations to Marianne Schrieke (Roszbach) on passing her finals in Medicine. She has a residency at the Ballarat Hospital, while her husband is in a position at the School of Mines. Writing from London Betty Harper (Grant) tells of her trip to England where her husband is working for International Computers Ltd. Betty is loving London but they both hope to be back here for Christmas. Jan Simpson and her husband are travelling overland to Ceylon on their way back to Australia. Interesting, but hardly a luxury trip! Dianne Skinner (Holt) and her husband live in Canada and are loving it in spite of the extreme winter. Wendy May and Sue Bannon are training as Mothercraft Nurses at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Melbourne. They are both very interested in the children, although the 5 a.m. rising is a bit difficult in winter. Congratulations to Ruth Venters who took her B.A. degree with honours coming equal fifth in the mark list with her fiance. They are both now studying for the Diploma of Education. Jillian Dohnt who completed her B.A., has now also completed a Librarian's Course and is Children's Librarian at the Canberra Public Library. She was one of the judges of the children's " Book of the Year " award this year. Jillian's mother is also an Old Collegian — (Nancy Heard). Lois Deane who was at Geelong West

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Free Kindergarten after completing her Kindergarten Training, is now living in Canberra. She is in charge of the organising of all Pre-School Centres in the A.C.T. Phnom Penh is the new home of Elizabeth Oliver (Eaton) in Cambodia. Elizabeth's husband has been appointed 3rd Secretary at the Australian Legation. Leanne Chapman, who for two years has been Junior House Mistress, expects to embark on a career as an Air Hostess with T.A.A. Good luck and happy landings Leanne. Old Collegians on the Staff during the past year were: Margaret Henderson, Jean Reutoul, Barbara Webb, Marlene Barber (Miller), Beverley Egan, Leanne Chapman, Edith Leigh, June Spencer (Nursery), Marie Kershaw, and Gwen Blakiston. Betty Hildebrand, who has had such outstanding success at Warrawee has left for overseas with a friend. They will be for some time in Scotland, the " Homeland " of her friend. Barbara Brewster has just returned from a quick business trip abroad. Barbara is the Manageress of one of Melbourne's leading Modelling Schools — Congratulations Barbara on your success. Jean Rowe is still in the limelight — she is demonstrating cooking for the Porta Gas Company and is very well known in country districts. Morongo quite often sees Enid Shann (Wilson). Enid is attached to the Mercer House Advisory Staff and looks up the trainees at the various schools. Jean Peel and Jenny Dunoon have both acted in the capacity of relief House Mistress — and quite enjoyed the experience. Jean is at present acting as relief Housekeeper at the Paton Memorial Hospital at Vila. Jennifer de Pagny is in London with the Commonwealth Bank and is enjoying it very much. She is making the most of her weekends and hopes, after the winter, to do some touring.

Anna Miller (McBain) is at present acting in a relief capacity as Dr. at Jeparit — filling in between two permanent doctors. She spent a week recently with Barbara Lindeman (Hay). She intends to return to Morongo for the Jubilee Celebrations. ANNOUNCEMENT In order to allow the School a little more space in this the Golden Jubilee Edition of the Lucernian, the names and addresses of members have been omitted. IN MEMORIAM It was with deep sadness that the Old Collegians heard of the death this year of our first Principal, Miss Gertrude Pratt. To those members who attended the School during her time, the loss was a personal one, and many of these girls attended the various services of memory which were held, both at the School and elsewhere. As the School Service was taped, many who would otherwise not have been able to join in this tribute, were able to take part. All Old Collegians would wish to record their gratitude to this dedicated woman for her service and loyalty to Morongo. Members were shocked to hear of the very sudden death of Morva McCowan (Chisholm) in the early part of the year. Morva was an active and loyal Old Collegian. She was always at the various functions held at the School and elsewhere. As a student over three years she took an active part in the life of the School both in Work and Sport, and in her last year was a Prefect. While her daughter Heather was at. School Morva widened her interest and became a member of the Parents' and Friends' Association in which organisation she held office. Our sympathy is extended to her husband and family in the loss they have sustained. Old Collegians of the Roslyn era would remember Kathleen Diddums (Matheson), one of the originals, and

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would regret to hear of her death in September of this year. Kathleen was a keen sportswoman and was in several teams, as well as being a good student. She was more recently associated with the Melbourne Branch. Our sympathy is extended to her husband, Harold, in his sad loss.

AN OLD COLLEGIAN REMEMBERS MISS PRATT The Chairman of the Morongo Council, at the Memorial Service held at the School on the death of Gertrude Pratt, in his moving tribute, used one phrase in particular which would mean a great deal to many of her Old Collegians. He spoke of how she " guided " our lives. Looking back over all these years, this was so literally true. Some years after we left School I met, in another State, one of her former pupils. As we talked she said, " I owe Miss Pratt a great deal. I was a very silly girl at school, and she knew all my weaknesses. She quietly gave me good advice, many times, but I brushed if off. Now that I am out in the world, I see how right she was, and I am acting on her wisdom." One girl was painfully shy and nervous. Gradually Miss Pratt helped her to see that, in her own phrase, " shyness is just thinking of yourself instead of others " She trained her to take an active part in School, and later, community life. Another girl had a dread of speaking in front of a group. Miss Pratt told her (and perhaps this will surprise you) that she found it agonizing to speak in public, even after all her years as a Headmistress. She said ' I do not want you to suffer as I do, so I will give you experience while you are young so that you will gain confidence."

One year, the prefects discovered a secret society devoted to very unworthy pursuits. We thought Miss Pratt would be shocked, but she told us, rather amused, " This just means that they need more to occupy them. Now, what can you prefects do to provide more interesting occupations for them?" Looking back over those years, I am struck by how little we were punished, and how often we were helped by firm, sensible advice. Miss Pratt was concerned for each individual girl, and we perhaps took her continued interest rather for granted. She told me not long before she died that she had not wanted to be a teacher, but that when she had completed her degree her father told her firmly, " There is only one occupation for a woman with an M.A. and that is to teach." Did she gain inner satisfaction from a life devoted to helping other peoples' daughters? Perhaps she did. But there was one revelation of the sadness and frustration which at times could be behind the austere, unselfish manner. She wrote, " Do you remember the lines which begin — I never nursed a dear gazelle ' c " well that describes how I feel." It was years before I traced the quotation, in a poem called " Lalla - Rookt " by Thomas Moore: I never nursed a dear gazelle, To glad me with its soft black eye, But when it came to know me well, And love me, it was sure to die. So this is what it means to spend a lifetime in guiding young people. You develop great affection for some of them, perhaps unsuspected under a severe manner, and then they pass from your life, while a new generation comes, making their demands in turn on your duty and devotion.

Miss Pratt understood the children whose difficult behaviour was the result of emotional and home difficulties, and was infinitely patient with them. We sometimes thought she spoilt them, as our judgement of their behaviour was less mature than hers! Page Eighty