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Autumn 2002<br />
ALOYSIAD<br />
<strong>The</strong> Magazine of <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>’ <strong>College</strong> ‘Excellence in Education’ Incorporating SACOBU Newsletter and Foundation Journal<br />
<strong>The</strong> <strong>College</strong> <strong>by</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Harbour</strong>
New Leadership for <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong><br />
AUSTRALIAN PROVINCE OF THE SOCIETY OF JESUS<br />
Provincial Office: Telephone: (03) 9818 1336<br />
130 Power <strong>St</strong>., Hawthorn, Victoria. Fax: (03) 9818 3602<br />
P.O. Box 6071, Hawthorn, Victoria. 3122<br />
E-mail: Jesuits@jesuit.org.au<br />
22 Febuary 2002<br />
Dear Members of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> Community<br />
I am pleased to announce in consultation with <strong>the</strong> Chair of <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>' <strong>College</strong> Council, Mrs Josephine Lonergan, <strong>the</strong><br />
future leadership structure of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> following <strong>the</strong> completion of Rev Fr Anthony Smith’s long and dedicated term<br />
of office next year.<br />
<strong>The</strong> <strong>College</strong> leadership will follow <strong>the</strong> pattern which has been evolving in o<strong>the</strong>r Jesuit schools within <strong>the</strong> Province.<br />
I am appointing Rev Fr Ross Jones SJ as “Director of Jesuit Mission”, responsible for overall leadership of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>,<br />
with Rev Fr Christopher Middleton SJ as “Head of School”.<br />
Rev Fr Smith will complete his term at Easter 2003, at which time, Rev Frs Jones and Middleton will assume <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
new roles. Up to that time, Rev Fr Jones will continue as Socius in <strong>the</strong> transition of <strong>the</strong> new Provincial. From September<br />
2003 until March 2004, he will undertake Tertianship, <strong>the</strong> final stage of his Jesuit formation, and after that, return once<br />
again to <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>. Later this year <strong>the</strong> process will commence at <strong>St</strong> Ignatius, Adelaide, to replace Rev Fr Middleton<br />
as Superior and Deputy to Rev Fr O'Kelly, who remains as Headmaster.<br />
I am inviting <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> Council, in <strong>the</strong> light of its recent school review, to work in conjunction with Rev Frs Jones<br />
and Middleton on <strong>the</strong> detailed structure of <strong>the</strong> leadership model from titles to responsibilities.<br />
In making this announcement I want to pay <strong>the</strong> first of many tributes to Rev Fr Anthony Smith for his seventeen<br />
years of Headmastership of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> - surely a record <strong>by</strong> any standard. That period has been an era of energetic<br />
building and consolidation, owing in no small measure to his energy, generosity and vision.<br />
Yours sincerely<br />
Rev Fr Daven Day SJ<br />
Provincial<br />
Mrs Josephine Lonergan<br />
Chair of Council<br />
Rev Fr Ross Jones SJ<br />
Rev Fr Christopher Middleton SJ<br />
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<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Aloysius</strong>’ <strong>College</strong><br />
47 UPPER PITT STREET • MILSONS POINT NSW 2061 • TELEPHONE 9922 1177 • FACSIMILE 9929 6414<br />
22 February 2002<br />
Dear Members of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> Community<br />
It gives me great pleasure to pass on to you <strong>the</strong> news that <strong>the</strong> Provincial of <strong>the</strong> Society of Jesus in Australia, Rev Fr Daven<br />
Day SJ has made his decision concerning <strong>the</strong> replacements in running <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>. From Easter of 2003, <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong><br />
will be governed <strong>by</strong> Rev Fr Ross Jones SJ and Rev Fr Chris Middleton SJ. Both are well known to <strong>the</strong> <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Aloysius</strong>’<br />
<strong>College</strong> community – if not recently!<br />
As “Head of <strong>the</strong> Jesuit Mission”, a term more familiar to Jesuits than to our associates, Rev Fr Ross Jones SJ former<br />
teacher in <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> and local North Sydneysider, will assume <strong>the</strong> role which, in an American setting, would be<br />
described as <strong>the</strong> President of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>. Rev Fr Jones SJ joined <strong>the</strong> Society of Jesus from his teaching post at <strong>St</strong><br />
<strong>Aloysius</strong>’. He was <strong>the</strong> inaugural head of Loyola <strong>College</strong>, Mt Druitt and relinquished that post to take up <strong>the</strong> position of<br />
Socius to <strong>the</strong> Provincial. He has faithfully carried out that role for <strong>the</strong> last six years. Ross retires from that position at<br />
<strong>the</strong> end of this year (as will Rev Fr Day SJ as Provincial). Rev Fr Jones SJ will spend <strong>the</strong> first couple of months in 2003<br />
inducting <strong>the</strong> new Socius into his role.<br />
As “Head of School”, Rev Fr Middleton brings to this office at <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>’ <strong>College</strong>, professional qualifications in<br />
educational administration gained at <strong>the</strong> Fordham University in New York and <strong>the</strong> experience of Deputy Headmaster at<br />
<strong>St</strong> Ignatius’ <strong>College</strong>, South Australia. He also has spent time in <strong>the</strong> Jesuit University <strong>College</strong>’s administration. So he is<br />
conversant with both <strong>the</strong> secondary and tertiary spheres of education. He has spent more than three years on <strong>the</strong> staff<br />
here at <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>’ <strong>College</strong>.<br />
It is a bold move (considering <strong>the</strong> declining Jesuit manpower) on <strong>the</strong> part of <strong>the</strong> Provincial to assign two Jesuits to<br />
<strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> and is obviously a sign of his high regard for <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>. It ensures that <strong>the</strong> transition from my governance<br />
to that of <strong>the</strong> new team will be an easy one. <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>’ <strong>College</strong> is <strong>the</strong> winner in this transfusion of Jesuit leaders.<br />
As for me, <strong>the</strong>re is no word. In our Jesuit way of doing things this is no surprise. Such postings are usually done in<br />
<strong>the</strong> second part of <strong>the</strong> year (which makes this announcement more courageous). I will remain at <strong>the</strong> reins of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong><br />
until Easter 2003. As far as I am concerned, it will be business as usual. Let me assure you that my role over <strong>the</strong> next<br />
year will not be that of a caretaker. <strong>The</strong>re is a lot to be accomplished. I am confident that <strong>the</strong> review will be launched,<br />
teaching will be done, students will be examined, <strong>the</strong> Aloysian community will be ignatianised – life as "normal", full of<br />
challenge.<br />
Yours sincerely,<br />
Rev Fr Anthony V Smith SJ<br />
Headmaster<br />
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From <strong>the</strong> Headmaster<br />
Transition is in <strong>the</strong> air. It was announced to <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>’ <strong>College</strong> Council <strong>by</strong> <strong>the</strong> Provincial<br />
of <strong>the</strong> Society of Jesus, Rev Fr Daven Day SJ,<br />
that my term of office was expiring and that I would<br />
be replaced <strong>by</strong> Rev Fr Ross Jones SJ and Rev Fr<br />
Christopher Middleton SJ at <strong>the</strong> end of Term 1, 2003.<br />
<strong>The</strong> announcement leaves me with mixed feelings.<br />
<strong>The</strong>re is a tinge of sadness that I am leaving a great<br />
school – a school that I have had <strong>the</strong> honour of leading<br />
for <strong>the</strong> last seventeen years. And yet <strong>the</strong>re is a sense of<br />
excitement in <strong>the</strong> face of challenges yet unknown.<br />
<strong>The</strong>re is also a sense of relief that this <strong>College</strong> will be<br />
in <strong>the</strong> hands of two Jesuits whom I respect and whom<br />
I know will carry on <strong>the</strong> proud tradition of Jesuit<br />
leadership in <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>.<br />
At <strong>the</strong> end of my term of office I can proudly point<br />
to this <strong>College</strong>’s achievements over <strong>the</strong> last 17 years.<br />
We have remained true to our Ignatian charism. This<br />
<strong>College</strong> is essentially a teaching institution imbued<br />
and informed <strong>by</strong> <strong>the</strong> person of Ignatius and his<br />
successors. Not least among <strong>the</strong>se is our patron, <strong>St</strong><br />
<strong>Aloysius</strong> who lived his life according to our motto: Ad<br />
Majora Natus (Born for Greater Things). This <strong>College</strong><br />
now has a history that chronicles our achievements<br />
over <strong>the</strong> last 123 or more years. We are secure in facing<br />
<strong>the</strong> future. We have clearly established ourselves<br />
within <strong>the</strong> teaching community of New South Wales.<br />
<strong>The</strong> <strong>College</strong> is in <strong>the</strong> enviable position of being oversubscribed<br />
in enrolments. We have maintained a<br />
strong pastoral dimension in various ways, not <strong>the</strong><br />
least being <strong>the</strong> size of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>. As a high school we<br />
are small with 800 students and a junior school with<br />
330 students. We don’t want to get bigger. People are<br />
known at <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>. I have always wanted this to be<br />
a family school.<br />
With <strong>the</strong> change of leadership I can only envision<br />
that <strong>the</strong> fortunes of our school will continue in its<br />
upward drive for excellence. In appointing Rev Fr<br />
Jones SJ and Rev Fr Middleton SJ to <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> I<br />
have no doubt that strength will lead on to strength. I<br />
wish <strong>the</strong>m well as <strong>the</strong>y take <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> forward in its<br />
endeavours.<br />
Leaving also from leadership of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong><br />
Foundation is Mr Grant McMillan. Grant steps down<br />
from a Foundation which is flourishing and hopefully<br />
expresses <strong>the</strong> aspirations of <strong>the</strong> parent body. His desire<br />
to seek space in his life comes at a time when he<br />
mourns <strong>the</strong> loss of his wife Cheryl. <strong>The</strong> <strong>College</strong> is<br />
indebted to his time and presence expended in service<br />
to this fine institution. <strong>The</strong> <strong>College</strong> expresses its<br />
sincere thanks for a job well done.<br />
<strong>St</strong>epping into his shoes is, president-elect, Mr<br />
John Curtin (SAC 1974). John is an Old Boy of <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>College</strong>. He is husband of Michele and parent of Tim<br />
(SAC 1999), and Jeremy (Year 11) and Michael (Year<br />
6). I have known John and family over many years and<br />
I know that he will bring drive to <strong>the</strong> Foundation<br />
combined with a knowledge of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> and<br />
ownership of our vision. I have every confidence in his<br />
ability to continue <strong>the</strong> great work begun more than ten<br />
years ago.<br />
Such changes can only benefit <strong>the</strong> wonderful spirit<br />
of <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>’ <strong>College</strong>.<br />
Rev Fr A V Smith SJ<br />
Headmaster<br />
Melbourne Cup Luncheon<br />
A special occasion this year will be a Melbourne Cup<br />
Luncheon at <strong>the</strong> ANA Hotel, with proceeds going to <strong>the</strong><br />
works of <strong>the</strong> Jesuit Refugee Service<br />
It is hoped that <strong>the</strong> Australian spirit will rise, not only to<br />
<strong>the</strong> excitement of <strong>the</strong> Melbourne Cup, but also to<br />
support and companion refugees at this time of<br />
massive need. 80% of refugees are women and<br />
children.<br />
Fur<strong>the</strong>r details of <strong>the</strong> day will be advised in <strong>the</strong> next<br />
Aloysiad. Table bookings and enquiries can be<br />
made already with Felicity Coughlan 9960 4154 or<br />
Ailsa Gillett 9960 3170.<br />
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Ad Majora Society<br />
Following <strong>the</strong> publication of <strong>the</strong> Ad Majora Society<br />
brochure in <strong>the</strong> Spring edition of <strong>the</strong> Aloysiad<br />
last year a number of members of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong><br />
community have indicated that <strong>the</strong>y intend to leave<br />
<strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> Foundation a bequest in <strong>the</strong>ir will.<br />
<strong>The</strong> Ad Majora Society was formed late last year to<br />
recognise those people who have indicated that <strong>the</strong>y<br />
intend to leave <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> Foundation a bequest in<br />
<strong>the</strong>ir will. <strong>The</strong> Society will meet at least once a year<br />
for a social ga<strong>the</strong>ring and to discuss <strong>the</strong> importance of<br />
wills and bequests for <strong>the</strong> future of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>. <strong>The</strong><br />
first social event for members will be held in July.<br />
Bequests are a very effective way to leave a lasting<br />
gift to <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>. Gifts left to <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong><br />
Foundation in <strong>the</strong> form of a bequest can ei<strong>the</strong>r be left<br />
to <strong>the</strong> Foundation Building Fund or <strong>the</strong> Foundation<br />
Bursary Fund.<br />
Foundation Building Fund money is used for<br />
capital projects at <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>, like <strong>the</strong> restoration and<br />
renovation of Wyalla and <strong>the</strong> current project, <strong>the</strong><br />
renovation of <strong>the</strong> Years 7 – 10 Middle School<br />
Building.<br />
Funds in <strong>the</strong> Foundation Bursary Fund finances<br />
<strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> Bursary programme. This programme<br />
enables boys who would not normally have <strong>the</strong><br />
opportunity to attend <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> due to <strong>the</strong>ir family’s<br />
financial situation with <strong>the</strong> opportunity to do so.<br />
Anyone interested in leaving a bequest to <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>College</strong> is asked to contact any of <strong>the</strong> following<br />
people.<br />
Murray Happ (SAC 1985),<br />
Director of Development 9929 4692 w<br />
Bernie Haylen (SAC 1970), Chairman of <strong>the</strong> Bequest<br />
and Alumni Committee, 9664 2486 h<br />
Michael Delaney (SAC 1957),<br />
Patron of <strong>the</strong> Ad Majora Society, 9394 1001 w<br />
Rev Fr A V Smith SJ, Headmaster, 9922 1177 w<br />
Death of Dr Jean Cull,<br />
Patron of <strong>the</strong> Ad Majora Society<br />
On Thursday 7 March Dr Jean Cull, <strong>the</strong><br />
widow of Dr Frank Cull (SAC 1937), was<br />
buried from <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> Chapel. Dr Cull<br />
died peacefully at home after suffering ill health for a<br />
number of years. I had <strong>the</strong> great privilege to get to<br />
know Dr Cull through her membership of <strong>the</strong><br />
Gonzaga Society (an organisation established for Pre<br />
1953 Old Boys, <strong>the</strong>ir wives, <strong>the</strong> widows of Old Boys<br />
and past staff and Jesuits from <strong>the</strong> period). Dr Cull<br />
attended a number of functions over <strong>the</strong> years and<br />
<strong>The</strong> Late Dr Jean Cull<br />
always enjoyed visiting <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>. She was an avid<br />
reader of <strong>the</strong> Aloysiad and revelled in <strong>the</strong> success of<br />
<strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>.<br />
Dr Cull was a passionate friend of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>. She<br />
saw how her late husband and <strong>the</strong>ir close friend, Rev<br />
Fr Bill Norrie SJ (SAC 1934), developed a life long<br />
love of learning that was nurtured at <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>. She<br />
marvelled at <strong>the</strong>ir compassion and care for those less<br />
fortunate. I remember her saying to me once that <strong>the</strong><br />
Jesuits had taught <strong>the</strong>m well" … Frank and Bill really<br />
were Men for O<strong>the</strong>rs".<br />
Last year Dr Cull agreed to become one of our<br />
founding patrons of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> Foundation’s bequest<br />
club, <strong>the</strong> Ad Majora Society. <strong>The</strong> Ad Majora Society was<br />
established to recognise those members of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong><br />
community who have made provision for <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong><br />
Foundation in <strong>the</strong>ir will. <strong>The</strong> Society gives <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>College</strong> <strong>the</strong> opportunity to thank people for <strong>the</strong>ir gift<br />
and honour people who make this provision in <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
will.<br />
In <strong>the</strong> brochure launching <strong>the</strong> Society, Dr Cull<br />
said" … I always admired <strong>the</strong> education that my late<br />
husband and our close friend, Rev Fr Bill Norrie SJ<br />
(SAC 1934), received at <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>’ <strong>College</strong>. I believe<br />
that it was <strong>the</strong>ir time at <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> that nurtured <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
great love of learning and <strong>the</strong>ir compassion and care<br />
for <strong>the</strong>ir fellow man."<br />
At this stage it is understood Dr Cull made<br />
provision in her will for <strong>the</strong> establishment of a number<br />
of academic means tested bursaries at <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>.<br />
Whilst not an Old Boy of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>, Dr Jean<br />
Cull really was a "daughter" of <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>.<br />
Murray Happ (SAC 1985)<br />
Director of Development<br />
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From <strong>the</strong> Foundation<br />
Annual Giving Appeal 2002<br />
Each year <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> approaches all members of<br />
<strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> Community (Old Boys, Parents,<br />
Past Parents, <strong>St</strong>aff, Friends of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> and<br />
Suppliers) to support <strong>the</strong> Annual Giving Appeal.<br />
Funds raised from <strong>the</strong> 2002 Annual Giving Appeal will<br />
be directed to <strong>the</strong> redevelopment of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong><br />
Canteen (a very popular decision with <strong>the</strong> boys!) and<br />
<strong>the</strong> construction of a Chaplaincy – Pastoral Care –<br />
Careers Centre. This work is ano<strong>the</strong>r stage in <strong>the</strong><br />
redevelopment of <strong>the</strong> Middle School (Years 7 – 10)<br />
Building.<br />
Sir Gustav Nossal (SAC 1947) AC, CBE, <strong>the</strong> 2000<br />
Australian of <strong>the</strong> Year has kindly agreed to act as Patron<br />
of <strong>the</strong> 2002 Annual Giving Appeal. As a long-time<br />
supporter of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>’s Annual Giving Appeal, Sir<br />
Gustav recognises <strong>the</strong> important role it plays in <strong>the</strong><br />
ongoing development of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>. Facilities like <strong>the</strong><br />
recently opened Visual Arts Centre would not have<br />
become a reality without <strong>the</strong> active support of <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>College</strong> Community through <strong>the</strong> Annual Giving<br />
Appeal.<br />
Sir Gustav will write to every member of <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>College</strong> Community in May asking for your support of<br />
<strong>the</strong> Appeal.<br />
One of <strong>the</strong> great attributes of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> is our<br />
pastoral care programme. Through <strong>the</strong> programme our<br />
boys are cared for and nurtured through an ongoing<br />
programme of support and care. Our Tutor programme<br />
and Retreat programme is at <strong>the</strong> forefront of boys’<br />
education and is <strong>the</strong> envy of schools right around<br />
Australia.<br />
At <strong>the</strong> cornerstone of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> is our Catholic<br />
faith and its emphasis of care for <strong>the</strong> individual. <strong>The</strong><br />
establishment of a Chaplaincy – Pastoral Care Centre<br />
will ensure that we will be able to provide all our boys<br />
with <strong>the</strong> best possible spiritual and pastoral support for<br />
<strong>the</strong>ir ongoing development.<br />
<strong>The</strong> establishment of a careers centre will ensure<br />
that our boys are prepared to meet <strong>the</strong> challenges of <strong>the</strong><br />
world when <strong>the</strong>y leave <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>. <strong>The</strong> Careers Centre<br />
will host information about universities and careers and<br />
will be able to provide a referral service for boys who<br />
seek more detailed information about an occupation or<br />
a field of study.<br />
<strong>The</strong> current Canteen has served <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> well<br />
over <strong>the</strong> last 22 years however in its current form it does<br />
not provide <strong>the</strong> necessary facilities to serve <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>.<br />
<strong>The</strong> new Canteen will be designed to make serving <strong>the</strong><br />
boys easier and will provide our volunteers parents with<br />
a modern ergonomically designed workplace.<br />
<strong>The</strong> support of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> Community for this<br />
project will ensure that <strong>the</strong> non-academic needs of <strong>the</strong><br />
boys are catered for in a purpose built facility.<br />
If you would like to make a contribution to <strong>the</strong> 2002<br />
Annual Giving Appeal please complete <strong>the</strong> gift form or<br />
contact Murray Happ (SAC 1985) at <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> on<br />
9929 4692 or murray.happ@staloysius.nsw.edu.au<br />
<strong>The</strong> existing <strong>College</strong> Canteen<br />
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<strong>The</strong> completed Visual Arts Centre<br />
<strong>The</strong> New Visual Arts Centre<br />
<strong>The</strong> new Visual Arts Centre was open to <strong>the</strong> parents<br />
of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> on <strong>the</strong> night of <strong>the</strong> Commencement<br />
Cocktail Party on 9 February. <strong>The</strong> group of<br />
approximately 800 parents were captivated <strong>by</strong> <strong>the</strong> initial<br />
impression of <strong>the</strong> striking foyer, which serves as a gallery<br />
enclosed <strong>by</strong> glass. This gallery provides <strong>the</strong> opportunity to<br />
showcase <strong>the</strong> achievement of our talented Visual Arts<br />
students. <strong>The</strong> centre is well positioned to capture natural<br />
light and <strong>the</strong> eye of any visitors because of its well<br />
designed and functional rooms, so aes<strong>the</strong>tically pleasing to<br />
all onlookers and students privileged to work in this stylish<br />
environment. <strong>The</strong> five all purpose classrooms are well<br />
positioned with views of Sydney <strong>Harbour</strong>, and facilities<br />
such as two pottery kilns, a photographic dark-room, a<br />
Design and Technology <strong>St</strong>udio and an multi-media room<br />
for film-editing and digital images.<br />
<strong>The</strong>se improved facilities are a testament to Reverend<br />
Fa<strong>the</strong>r Smith's SJ vision in developing this Visual Arts<br />
Centre. Visitors on <strong>the</strong> recent Open Day were impressed<br />
<strong>by</strong> our new facilities. In this development of <strong>St</strong>age IV of<br />
<strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> Masterplan, <strong>the</strong> needs of Aloysian students, in<br />
<strong>the</strong> new millennium, have been met in <strong>the</strong> construction<br />
and design of this superb facility.<br />
I would like to thank those members of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong><br />
Community who made construction of <strong>the</strong> Visual Arts<br />
Centre possible through <strong>the</strong>ir generous support of <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>College</strong> Foundation.<br />
Joe Lew<br />
Head of Visual Arts<br />
Finishing touches being added to <strong>the</strong> New Visual Arts Centre<br />
Yes I would like to support <strong>the</strong> 2002 Annual Giving Appeal<br />
I would like to make a gift of:<br />
Name on Card: .....................................................................<br />
$100 $50 $200 $500 $350 Signature: ...................................................... Expiry: .........<br />
$750 $1000 O<strong>the</strong>r $ ............. to <strong>the</strong><br />
Name: ...................................................................................<br />
Address: ................................................................................<br />
Foundation Building Fund (Tax-deductible)<br />
Foundation Library Fund (Tax-deductible)<br />
Foundation Education Fund<br />
Enclosed is a cheque made payable to <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>’ <strong>College</strong> Foundation<br />
Please debit my Credit Card<br />
Telephone: ................................... h ...................................w<br />
E-Mail: ..................................................................................<br />
I am an:<br />
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Past parent of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong><br />
Current or Past <strong>St</strong>aff Member<br />
Amex Bankcard MasterCard<br />
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Sons of <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>’ – current and future – will benefit from your support<br />
<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Aloysius</strong>’ <strong>College</strong> Foundation<br />
47 Upper Pitt <strong>St</strong>reet, Milson’s Point NSW 2061 Fax: 02 9929 6414 Email: murray.happ@staloysius.nsw.edu.au<br />
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<strong>College</strong> Foundation<br />
<strong>The</strong> <strong>College</strong> and <strong>the</strong> Foundation would like to thank <strong>the</strong> following Old Boys, Parents, <strong>St</strong>aff, Past Parents,<br />
Grandparents, Widows of Old Boys, Suppliers and Friends of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> who kindly made a donation<br />
to <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> Foundation in 2001. Your support will make <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>' <strong>College</strong> a better place for all current<br />
and future generations of Aloysians. This list does not include people who have finalised <strong>the</strong>ir pledge to <strong>the</strong><br />
Foundation Building Fund or who made donations to <strong>the</strong> Foundation in previous years. To each and every<br />
donor, large and small, <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> thanks you for your support!<br />
Annual Giving<br />
<strong>The</strong> Foundation Annual Giving Appeal gives every member of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> Community (Old Boys, Parents, <strong>St</strong>aff, Past Parents, Grandparents, Widows<br />
of Old Boys, Suppliers and Friends of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>) with an opportunity to make an annual gift to support <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>. Donors can support <strong>the</strong> Foundation<br />
Building Fund (for new Capital Developments at <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>), <strong>the</strong> Foundation Library Fund (which provides for new materials in <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> Libraries)<br />
or <strong>the</strong> Foundation Bursary Fund (which provides Bursaries to boys who would not normally have <strong>the</strong> opportunity to attend <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>).<br />
Building Fund<br />
Anonymous<br />
Mr J Agius SC & Mrs V Agius<br />
Mr & Mrs A Alexandrou<br />
Mr M V Antico (SAC 1985)<br />
Mr & Mrs Ardasinski<br />
Mr G J Bailey-Hindmarsh<br />
(SAC 1948)<br />
Mrs J Ballard<br />
Dr P Bannon (SAC 1944)<br />
Mr S Batliwalla (SAC 1989)<br />
Mr & Mrs G Batongbacal<br />
Mr & Mrs A Baumgart<br />
Mr & Mrs P & L Bedson<br />
Anonymous<br />
Mr & Mrs A Bertini<br />
Mr & Mrs V Bizannes<br />
Mr G Boffa & Family<br />
Rev Fr J Boland (SAC 1932)<br />
Mr J F Bourgeois (SAC 1959)<br />
Mr & Mrs J N Bowditch<br />
(SAC 1985)<br />
Mr S & Mrs A Bowles<br />
Mr T Bradbury (SAC 1983)<br />
Mr D Brockman<br />
Anonymous<br />
Mr M Bryan<br />
Mr R Buckingham<br />
Mr G Bulters<br />
Dr R Burke (SAC 1949)<br />
Mr & Mrs W P Burton<br />
(SAC 1944)<br />
<strong>The</strong> Late Leo Butler (SAC 1932)<br />
Dr & Mrs K Byers (SAC 1933)<br />
Mr & Mrs E Cabrera<br />
Mrs P Cahalan<br />
Dr & Mrs A Cahill (SAC 1935)<br />
Dr P Cahill (SAC 1942)<br />
Mr G Cannon<br />
Mr & Mrs A J Capito<br />
M & G Carew<br />
Mrs A Carnovale<br />
Mr K Cavanagh (SAC 1945)<br />
Mrs C Chan<br />
Mr & Mrs D P H Chan<br />
Mrs M C Chan<br />
& Mr H H Chan<br />
Mr & Mrs R Chan<br />
Mr G & Mrs J Chapple<br />
Mr J Charteris (SAC 1940)<br />
Mr R Chen-Chow<br />
Mr M Cockburn<br />
& Mrs R Crowe<br />
Mr & Mrs A Coulton<br />
Mr K Cranney<br />
Mr B Crawley (SAC 1995)<br />
Mr J Crawley (SAC 1996)<br />
Mr M G Crooks (SAC 1985)<br />
Mr L Crowley (SAC 1942)<br />
Anonymous<br />
<strong>The</strong> Late Dr J Cull<br />
Mr & Mrs R L Cunningham<br />
(SAC 1935)<br />
Mr P Currie<br />
Mr & Mrs B G Dalton<br />
Mr & Mrs S Davidson<br />
Anonymous<br />
Ms J DeLisle<br />
Mr D Dignam<br />
Mr B M Djajaatmadja<br />
Mr & Mrs M Dobson<br />
Mr & Mrs M J Donohoe<br />
(SAC 1967)<br />
Mr J Doran<br />
Mr & Mrs P Downs (SAC 1987)<br />
Dr D Droulers (SAC 1944)<br />
Mr X Droulers (SAC 1947)<br />
Mr L Dudley (SAC 1987)<br />
Mrs E Dwyer<br />
Mrs J Edmonds<br />
Mr & Mrs B M Egan (SAC 1967)<br />
Mr & Mrs T Elkington<br />
Mr R L Ellis<br />
Mr William Elton<br />
Mr P Evans SAC 1964)<br />
Mr J Evans (SAC 1945)<br />
Mrs M Fechter<br />
Mr C S de Bhaldrai<strong>the</strong><br />
& Mrs M M Feehan<br />
Mr T Felton (SAC 1951)<br />
Mr D J Finegan & Ms H Vidot<br />
Mr G Firth (SAC 1970)<br />
Mr & Mrs M Floro<br />
Mr P Flynn (SAC 1952)<br />
Mr R Foale<br />
Mr F & Mrs R Fortuna<br />
Mr & Mrs J Fox (SAC 1938)<br />
Mr P Freeman (SAC 1968)<br />
Mr & Mrs J Gandar<br />
Mr & Mrs G Gearin<br />
Mr & Mrs P N Geldens<br />
Mr & Mrs G Gemmell<br />
(SAC 1974)<br />
Dr L E Georgeson OAM<br />
(SAC 1944)<br />
Mr & Mrs M Georgeson<br />
Dr G Gibson (SAC 1945)<br />
Mr C Gilbert (SAC 1928)<br />
Mr B Gilmore (SAC 1943)<br />
Mr D Goldrick (SAC 1949)<br />
Mr & Mrs G Gori<br />
Mr M Grace (SAC 1946)<br />
Mr C Grant (SAC 1976)<br />
Mr M M Hallett (SAC 1960)<br />
Mr B Hamer (SAC 1963)<br />
Mr D Hamilton (SAC 1948)<br />
Mr & Mrs M J Happ (SAC 1985)<br />
Mr & Mrs T D Harrison<br />
Mr P Haylen (SAC 1978)<br />
Mr P Haylen (SAC 1979)<br />
Mr & Mrs R J Henness<br />
Mr P Hickey (SAC 1980)<br />
Anonymous<br />
Mr N F Hill (SAC 1938<br />
Design Department P/L - (Holmes)<br />
Dr R Honner (SAC 1952)<br />
Anonymous<br />
Mr C Iacono (SAC 1954)<br />
Mr & Mrs S Ioannou<br />
Anonymous<br />
Mr P Janecek<br />
Mr B J Jenkins (SAC 1943)<br />
Mr P Jenkins (SAC 1972)<br />
Mr R Johnston (SAC 1987)<br />
Mr F Kearns (SAC 1931)<br />
Mrs L Kelly<br />
Mr A Kenyon<br />
Mrs T Kewin<br />
Mr & Mrs C Kiely<br />
Mr P M Kiely<br />
Mr & Mrs G A King<br />
Mr & Mrs P J Kingston<br />
Mr C Kitching (SAC 1981)<br />
Dr & Mrs A Knox<br />
Mr B & Mrs E Koh<br />
Krslovic Homes Pty Ltd<br />
Mr F Landers<br />
Mr & Mrs M Lau<br />
Mr J Law (SAC 1948)<br />
Mr G Leahy (SAC 1944)<br />
Mrs N Lill<br />
Mr A Livermore (SAC 1988)<br />
Dr I Lovett<br />
Mr J Low (SAC 1989)<br />
Anonymous<br />
Dr T Macken (SAC 1945)<br />
Mrs J Mackey<br />
Mr & Mrs C B Maclurcan<br />
(SAC 1967<br />
Mr T Makinson (SAC 1940)<br />
Mr A Masson (SAC 1988)<br />
Mr M Masson (SAC 1995)<br />
Mr & Mrs R J Masson<br />
Mr & Mrs B F McBride<br />
(SAC 1936)<br />
Anonymous<br />
Mr D McCarthy<br />
Mr M & Mrs J McCormack<br />
Judge J C McGuire (SAC 1952)<br />
Mr R G McMillan<br />
Mr & Mrs B G Menzies<br />
Mr & Mrs M J Merven<br />
Mr & Mrs T Meyer (SAC 1943)<br />
Mr & Mrs N Michalandos<br />
Mr G J Michel<br />
Mr & Mrs O'Loughlin-Mills<br />
Dr M Moore OA (SAC 1932)<br />
Mr D Morgan (SAC 1974)<br />
Mr & Mrs C A Mulvey<br />
Anonymous<br />
Mr M J Neylan (SAC 1966)<br />
Mr J W Nolan<br />
Sir Gustav Nossal (SAC 1947)<br />
Dr J P O'Brien (SAC 1931)<br />
Mr D & Mrs J O'Connell<br />
Mr P O'Keefe (SAC 1973)<br />
Mr & Mrs B O'Loughlin<br />
(SAC 1987<br />
Mr J & Mrs M O'Loughlin<br />
Dr & Mrs M O'Meara<br />
(SAC 1981)<br />
Mr G O'Neill (SAC 1956)<br />
Mr J J O'Neill (SAC 1940)<br />
Mrs E O'Reilly<br />
Dr K O'Shannessy (SAC 1960)<br />
Anonymous<br />
Old Aloysian Cricket Club<br />
Mr G Parry (SAC 1956)<br />
Mr M Paul (SAC 1952)<br />
Mr & Mrs I A Pavey<br />
Mr R J Pelletier (SAC 1968)<br />
Mr R Pelletier (SAC 1936)<br />
Mrs K Philip<br />
Mr H J Polin (SAC 1936)<br />
Mr Michael J Punch (SAC 1958)<br />
Anonymous<br />
Anonymous<br />
Rev Fr P Quilty (SAC 1954)<br />
Mr & Mrs J Raguine<br />
Mr & Mrs M Rahme (SAC 1978)<br />
Dr T M Ratcliffe (SAC 1969)<br />
Mr & Mrs W E Rathborne<br />
(SAC 1965)<br />
Mrs M Ribar<br />
Mr P & Mrs J Richards<br />
Dr J Roarty (SAC 1941<br />
Mr A Robertson (SAC 1942)<br />
Mr A Robertson (SAC 1954)<br />
Mr P Robertson (SAC 1970)<br />
Mr & Dr D Ronzani<br />
Mrs R Rose<br />
Ms P Rowbotham<br />
Mr & Mrs J D Rudge<br />
Mr I Russell &<br />
Ms K Withall (SAC 1949)<br />
Dr & Mrs D P Ryan (SAC 1969)<br />
Mr & Mrs G W Ryan<br />
Mr K Ryan (SAC 1940)<br />
Mr R Ryan (SAC 1943)<br />
<strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong> <strong>College</strong><br />
Old Boys' Union<br />
Anonymous<br />
Mr M Sanchez (SAC 1999)<br />
Mrs D Scognamiglio<br />
Mr J C Scott (SAC 2000)<br />
Mrs G Scott<br />
Mr J Scroope (SAC 1942)<br />
Dr J H Seymour (SAC 1940)<br />
Professor A Shannon AM<br />
Hon. Mr Justice T W Sheahan<br />
Mr J Shek (SAC 1990)<br />
Mr & Mrs J Shek<br />
Mr S Shortis (SAC 1975)<br />
C & B Investments Co Pty Ltd<br />
Anonymous<br />
Mr A N Sochacki (SAC 1962)<br />
Mrs S Y Soohoo<br />
Mr & Mrs R E <strong>St</strong>aib<br />
Mr D & Mrs J <strong>St</strong>eindl<br />
Mrs L P Sullivan<br />
& Mr D P Williams<br />
Mr E Sun (SAC 1976)<br />
Mr J Suter (SAC 1977<br />
Mr & Mrs K Szymanski<br />
Mr & Mrs R Tai<br />
Mr K L Teng<br />
Mr & Mrs A P L Thomas<br />
<strong>The</strong> Hon Mr Justice &<br />
Mrs G Thompson (SAC 1949)<br />
Anonymous<br />
Rev Fr B Tiernan (SAC 1946)<br />
Mr & Mrs J Tomasic<br />
Mrs J Tracy<br />
Anonymous<br />
Mr J Tully (SAC 1983)<br />
Mr & Mrs R M Vecchio<br />
Mrs C Waddle<br />
Mr & Mrs P J Walden<br />
Mr S Walden (SAC 1999)<br />
Mr & Mrs D R Waller<br />
Mr V M Walsh (SAC 1948)<br />
Mr & Mrs S P Welsh<br />
Mrs S Weress<br />
Mr & Mrs D R Westaway<br />
Mr & Mrs P J Wilford<br />
Mrs J Wilkinson<br />
Dr W L Williams (SAC 1940)<br />
Mr M Willson (SAC 1979<br />
Mr J H C Wong<br />
Mr D G Wood (SAC 1965)<br />
Captain S Woolrych (SAC 1971)<br />
Rev Fr W Wright PP (SAC 1970)<br />
Mr P G Wyatt (SAC 1963)<br />
Mr & Mrs K Yee<br />
Mr W Young (SAC 1926)<br />
Drs P & T Youseff<br />
Library Fund<br />
Mr & Mrs P Lim (SAC 1979)<br />
Mr A McCallum<br />
Mr M Moloney (SAC 1964)<br />
Mr P T Morrison (SAC 1974)<br />
Mr J Richardson (SAC 1941)<br />
Dr & Dr G Sutton (SAC 1980)<br />
Bursary Fund<br />
Anonymous<br />
Anonymous<br />
Mr G J Bailey-Hindmarsh<br />
(SAC 1948)<br />
Mr P Barr (SAC 1970)<br />
Mrs B Bromley & Mr A Kinch<br />
Mr & Mrs J M Chase<br />
Mr P Dwyer (SAC 1955)<br />
Mr & Mrs J Fox-Smith<br />
Dr G Gibson (SAC 1945)<br />
Mr C Gilbert (SAC 1928)<br />
Mr C Grant (SAC 1976)<br />
Mr C Harrison (SAC 1949)<br />
Mr & Mrs N Hill (SAC 1938)<br />
Mr B J Jenkins (SAC 1943)<br />
Hon J Kearney QC<br />
& Mrs M Kearney (SAC 1938)<br />
Mrs J A Mackey<br />
& Mr L G Mackey<br />
Mr & Mrs G J Marinan<br />
Mr & Mrs B F McBride<br />
(SAC 1936)<br />
Anonymous<br />
Dr M A McGuigan (SAC 1943)<br />
Mr W McNally (SAC 1952)<br />
Mrs M Molloy<br />
Dr J Muller (SAC 1940)<br />
Mr A Murray (SAC 1969)<br />
Mr G R Murtough (SAC 1932)<br />
Mr & Mrs C Osborn<br />
Mr & Mrs R A Pelletier<br />
(SAC 1936)<br />
Dr F Pribil (SAC 1959)<br />
Mr & Mrs A J Restuccia<br />
(SAC 1954)<br />
Mr K J Ryan (SAC 1940)<br />
Mr & Mrs R T Ryan (SAC 1943)<br />
Mr J Saap (SAC 1970)<br />
Mr G Short (SAC 1955)<br />
Mr & Mrs A Slattery (SAC 1985)<br />
Mr & Mrs B A <strong>St</strong>orey (SAC 1943)<br />
Mr W Winship (SAC 1944)<br />
Foundation Building Fund Pledge Donations<br />
<strong>The</strong> Foundation would like to thank <strong>the</strong> following people for <strong>the</strong>ir generous support of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> in 2001 through <strong>the</strong>ir pledge to <strong>the</strong> Foundation Building Fund.<br />
Mr S H Alder<br />
Mr R T H Ang<br />
Mrs E Bardos<br />
K Baxter<br />
Mr S J & Mrs A K Bowles<br />
Mr & Mrs J P Brady<br />
Mr G & Mrs A Braid<br />
Dr H L Fitzgerald<br />
Mr & Mrs G J Bryant<br />
Mrs S M Buchanan<br />
& Mr R E Norman<br />
Mr G Buckley<br />
Mr T G Caristo<br />
Mr J Carrozzi<br />
Mrs C Cavallaro<br />
Mr & Mrs A V Chan<br />
Mr & Mrs B P K Chan<br />
Anonymous<br />
Mr M Chavez<br />
Mr & Mrs C Cheng<br />
Anonymous<br />
Dr P Cheung<br />
Mrs C Chong<br />
Mr & Mrs M S Chote<br />
Mr & Mrs R Chua<br />
Mr & Mrs A J Condell<br />
Dr K M Connor<br />
& Mrs G A Frampton<br />
Mr P Coolentianos<br />
Dr & Dr M J Cooper<br />
Dr A Vasic & Dr M J Cooper<br />
Dr & Mrs M G Cooper<br />
Mr & Mrs A J Cowle (SAC 1977)<br />
Anonymous<br />
Mr & Mrs P Crittenden<br />
Mr K F Crowe<br />
Mr C David<br />
Mr P M Dawson<br />
Mr & Mrs J E Dennett<br />
Dr & Mrs C M Dennis<br />
Mr & Mrs D A Dixon<br />
Mr & Mrs K F Dixon<br />
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Mr J Edstein<br />
Mr & Mrs D Effeney<br />
Mr B M Egan (SAC 1967)<br />
Mr & Mrs T Elkington<br />
Elkington Consulting Pty Ltd<br />
Mr & Mrs C M Elliott<br />
Mr G & Mrs V Elliott<br />
Mr & Mrs D A Esdaile<br />
Mr & Mrs D A Esdaile<br />
Mr & Mrs Francisco Esparraga<br />
Scientific Associates P/L<br />
Mr & Mrs D Fabricatorian<br />
Dr N Farag<br />
Mr & Mrs R Fechter<br />
Dr C S & Mrs P R Ferraris<br />
Mr & Mrs J Fletcher<br />
Mr A Francis<br />
Anonymous<br />
Mr & Mrs L L Geor<br />
Mr & Mrs M A Griffiths<br />
Mr P R Halter<br />
Mr & Mrs M J Happ (SAC 1985)<br />
Mr D Hardingham<br />
Mr & Mrs T D Harrison<br />
Mr F J Argent<br />
Ms M Armstrong<br />
Mr & Mrs R Brennan<br />
Ms J Deane<br />
Mr & Mrs P Bryant<br />
Dr & Mrs T Carroll<br />
Mr R & Mrs J Chowdry<br />
Mr & Mrs P Choy<br />
Mr J M Hartigan<br />
Mr & Mrs P F Hatten<br />
Mr & Mrs P A Hatten<br />
Mr R & Mrs M Henness<br />
Mr P K Hennessy<br />
Mr Hickey<br />
Mr Hickey<br />
Mr D & Mrs M Hoon<br />
Mr & Mrs D J Hoon<br />
Mr & Mrs R H Hurley<br />
Ms S Hutchinson<br />
Mr B Hyde<br />
Mr A V Jaroszewicz<br />
Mr & Mrs B J Jenkins<br />
Mr & Mrs A G Johnston<br />
Mr D N Judge<br />
Mr & Mrs J Karbowiak<br />
(SAC 1979)<br />
Mr & Mrs C J Kelly<br />
Mr C K Kelly<br />
Mrs C King<br />
Mr M Kishore<br />
Mr J Koumarelas<br />
Mr J Lai<br />
Mr P Cornwell & Ms C Rice<br />
Mr M de Cure & Ms S Ryan<br />
Mr & Mrs J Diamant<br />
Mr & Mrs T Donnelly<br />
Mr & Mrs M N Ea<strong>the</strong>r<br />
Mr & Mrs S Fan<br />
Mr T Farrelly<br />
Mr & Mrs G Favaloro (SAC 1970)<br />
Mr & Mrs S F Lai<br />
Mr H Lardner<br />
Mr A Lavorato<br />
Mr & Mrs T Lee<br />
Mr & Mrs A Legrand<br />
Mr & Mrs A R Leonard<br />
Anonymous<br />
Mr S D Levy<br />
Mr & Dr E Low<br />
Mr & Mrs K Ma<br />
Mr & Mrs I D Maclean<br />
(SAC 1961)<br />
Mr & Mrs N Malek<br />
Dr A C Marel<br />
Mr & Mrs J A Martorana<br />
Dr J A Masson<br />
Mr M Mazza<br />
Mrs H T McAlary<br />
Mr & Mrs T S McCabe<br />
Mr P McCawe<br />
Mr M & Mrs G McConnell<br />
Dr & Mrs P J McGoldrick<br />
Mr P McNevin<br />
Mr P Menzagopian<br />
Mr A J Foley<br />
Mr & Mrs P Gallart<br />
Mr & Mrs R Gilchrist<br />
Mr & Mrs F A Giugni<br />
Mr S Gregg<br />
Mr & Mrs B Grundy<br />
Mr & Mrs B Ho<br />
Lansvale Pty Ltd<br />
Mr & Mrs A V Mills<br />
Mr & Mrs W P Mockler<br />
Dr & Mrs P F Moore<br />
Mr R G Morris<br />
Mr & Mrs B J Mortimer<br />
Mr G Muldoon<br />
Mr & Mrs P Noone<br />
Mr M J O'Callaghan<br />
Mr D O'Hara<br />
Mr J O'Rourke<br />
Anonymous<br />
Mr & Mrs J G Oehlers<br />
Mr N Owen<br />
Mr & Mrs L N Patsalos<br />
(SAC 1977)<br />
Mr & Mrs R R Pearson<br />
Mr R J Pelletier<br />
Dr R D Perry<br />
Mr & Mrs B F Peters<br />
Mr & Mrs F Pirrello<br />
Mr & Mrs G M Poularas<br />
Mr & Mrs L Power<br />
Mr & Mrs R Quek<br />
Mr M Ramos<br />
Mr & Mrs B Jolley<br />
Mr & Mrs G Jones<br />
Dr & Mrs N Kuk<br />
Mr M P Mahoney<br />
Mr P J McAuley<br />
Mr & Mrs A McSpedden<br />
(SAC 1974)<br />
Mr G Munday<br />
Mr P Richards<br />
<strong>The</strong> Hon. Mr Justice<br />
C J Robison<br />
Mr I Rockey<br />
Mr & Mrs B J Roddy<br />
Mr & Mrs L I Rozman<br />
Mr M R Rush<br />
Mrs A Sadurski<br />
Mr & Mrs J A Santarosa<br />
Mr & Mrs J L Santo<br />
Mr & Mrs B W Scarfe<br />
Mr M J Schneider<br />
Dr I R Sewell<br />
Mr C A Shea<br />
Mr P J Shepherd<br />
Mr & Mrs P J Shepherd<br />
Mr & Mrs G Shuttleworth<br />
Mr & Mrs J P Sinclair<br />
Mrs A Leung<br />
Mr & Mrs B J Skinner<br />
Mr M C Smith<br />
Mr M C Smith<br />
Dr & Mrs M J <strong>St</strong>evens<br />
Mr & Mrs R J Suffield<br />
Mr B A Nettleton<br />
Mr & Mrs M Olds<br />
Mr & Mrs I A Pavey<br />
Mr & Mrs S Petesic<br />
Mr R A Powell<br />
Mr & Mrs J P Prosser<br />
Mr & Mrs M Sindone<br />
Mr & Mrs D Sweeney<br />
Mr & Mrs R J Suffield<br />
Mr A M Sunderland<br />
Mrs J Sweeney<br />
Mr & Mrs D Tagle<br />
Anonymous<br />
Mr & Mrs C Z Tan<br />
Mr & Dr F Telan<br />
Mr & Mrs C Thomas<br />
Mr R Mrs A Tobias<br />
Mr & Mrs J Tomasic<br />
Mr M T Tsang<br />
Esmark International<br />
Mr & Mrs F Walters<br />
Mr & Mrs M J Ward<br />
L M W Design Group Pty Ltd<br />
Dr P A Wells<br />
Mr G Wran<br />
Mr & Mrs D A Wunder<br />
Mr & Mrs R Yee<br />
Mr & Mrs C Yee Joy<br />
Mr A K Young<br />
Mr & Mrs A Zenon<br />
Mr & Mrs M J Zwar<br />
2001 New Parents Appeal<br />
Thank you to <strong>the</strong> following parents who made a new pledge to <strong>the</strong> Foundation in 2001. Your support of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> Foundation make projects like<br />
<strong>the</strong> new art Centre a reality.<br />
Ms J Taylor<br />
Mr & Mrs P Tumminello<br />
(SAC 1972<br />
Mr I Vickovich<br />
& Mrs A Nicholl<br />
Mr C Walsh & Mrs S Odorisio<br />
Dr & Dr P P Youssef<br />
Wyalla Seat Appeal<br />
<strong>The</strong> Following people kindly purchased a seat in <strong>the</strong> Wyalla Auditorium in 2001. <strong>The</strong>ir names and those of <strong>the</strong>ir son(s) will be placed on <strong>the</strong> honour<br />
board located outside <strong>the</strong> Auditorium.<br />
Mr & Mrs M W Birrell<br />
Mr & Mrs A Cocco<br />
Mr & Mrs M A Griffiths<br />
Mrs T P Hill & Mr C R Hill<br />
Mr & Mrs D L'Huede<br />
Dr P J McGoldrick<br />
Mr R G McMillan<br />
Mr & Mrs B G Menzies<br />
Mr & Mrs M J Merven<br />
Mr & Mrs I A Pavey<br />
Mr J P Southwell-Keely<br />
Year 6 and Year 12 Library Appeals<br />
Each year <strong>the</strong> Foundation approaches all Year 6 and Year 12 parents and encourages <strong>the</strong>m to make a gift to <strong>the</strong> Library Fund in honour of <strong>the</strong> time<br />
<strong>the</strong>ir son(s) has spent in <strong>the</strong> Junior School or at <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>. Each gift is acknowledged with a bookplate in <strong>the</strong> book(s) purchased with <strong>the</strong> gift and a<br />
listing in <strong>the</strong> Honour Books, one of each is located in <strong>the</strong> foyers of <strong>the</strong> two <strong>College</strong> Libraries.<br />
Year 12 Library Appeal<br />
Mr & Mrs S Aquilia<br />
Mr & Mrs K J Ballard<br />
Mr & Mrs G J Butcher<br />
Mr Fred J Cavallaro<br />
Mr & Mrs B C K Chan<br />
Mr & Mrs G Charters<br />
Mr R & Mrs G Clifton-Smith<br />
Dr S M Danieletto<br />
Mr M J Donohoe<br />
Mr & Mrs D H Emanuel<br />
Mr P Favretto<br />
Mr & Mrs J J Fitzgerald<br />
Mrs P J Gormly<br />
Dr & Mrs B T Haylen<br />
(SAC 1970)<br />
Mr K R Kehrer<br />
Mr & Mrs R A Kennedy<br />
Mr & Mrs C B Maclurcan<br />
(SAC 1967)<br />
Mr J McElwee<br />
Ms S McIntosh<br />
Mr B G Menzies<br />
Mrs G Michalandos<br />
Mr & Mrs P M Nicholson<br />
Mr J M Pigott<br />
Mrs N Radam<br />
Mr C Rig<strong>by</strong><br />
Mr & Mrs J D Rudge<br />
Mr & Mrs G W Ryan<br />
Mr J Sandoval<br />
Mrs G Scott<br />
Mr & Mrs B Sheedy<br />
Mr & Mrs C B Sullivan<br />
Mr & Mrs K Szymanski<br />
Mrs D N Teng<br />
Mr & Mrs J Tomasic<br />
Walls Newsagency Pty Ltd<br />
Mr & Mrs P J Wilford<br />
Mr J H C Wong<br />
Mr M Kwong Wu<br />
Ms M Young<br />
Year 6 Library Appeal<br />
Mr & Mrs S Addicoat<br />
Mr S H Alder<br />
Mrs S C Almond<br />
Mrs C Archibald<br />
Mr & Mrs A Bouris<br />
Mrs R Nielsen-Candido<br />
Mrs W Cleary<br />
Mr & Mrs J E Coleman<br />
Dr K M Connor<br />
Mr P Coolentianos<br />
Mrs J E Dalton<br />
Dr S M Danieletto<br />
Ms J DeLisle<br />
Mr & Mrs E Doraisamy<br />
Mrs M C Duncan<br />
Mrs A Esparraga<br />
Dr M L Eutick<br />
Mr P Gayton<br />
Dr S Igoe<br />
Mr & Mrs B J Jenkins (SAC 1976)<br />
Mrs D Macken<br />
Mr P Jury<br />
Mrs L Kelly<br />
Ms M Kelly<br />
Mr & Mrs C Kiely<br />
Mrs C King<br />
Mr M G Kirk<strong>by</strong><br />
Mr S R Knight<br />
Mr J Koh<br />
Bequests<br />
<strong>The</strong> Foundation has received in 2001, <strong>the</strong> following bequests or income from bequests.<br />
Mrs S Lau<br />
Mrs L Lavrencic<br />
Mr & Mrs M Levins<br />
Mr & Mrs M R Little<br />
Dr A C Marel<br />
Mr T Martin & Mrs T Smits<br />
Mr B F Maurel<br />
Mr P J McAuley<br />
Mr & Mrs M A McConnell<br />
Mr & Mrs B G Menzies<br />
Mrs M L Merven<br />
Mr G J Michel<br />
Mr & Mrs B J Mortimer<br />
Mr D G Mulcahy<br />
Mr B J Mullan<br />
Mr M A Newton<br />
Mr M J Neylan<br />
& Mrs P A Dooley<br />
Mr M J O'Callaghan<br />
Mr M Orlov<br />
Ms D Pellicer<br />
Mr F Pirrello<br />
Mrs R Rolfe<br />
Mrs L Rushton<br />
Mr & Mrs C A Shea<br />
Mr & Mrs S J <strong>St</strong>anton<br />
Mrs R M Haertsch<br />
Mrs L Suffield<br />
Mr & Mrs C B Sullivan<br />
Mr & Mrs A To<br />
Mrs J M Tweedie<br />
Mr & Mrs S Waters<br />
Mr & Mrs S P Welsh<br />
Mr P C Wong & Mrs M Fei<br />
Mr R Yee<br />
Mr & Mrs M J Zwar<br />
Estate of <strong>the</strong> Late Len Masters (SAC 1922)<br />
Estate of <strong>the</strong> Late Joan and Harry Chisholm (SAC 1923)<br />
Estate of <strong>the</strong> Late Ted Benbow (SAC 1934)<br />
Estate of <strong>the</strong> Late Alastair Mackerras (SAC 1944)<br />
Estate of <strong>the</strong> Late Brian Anderson (SAC 1956)<br />
Estate of <strong>the</strong> Late Roma Flynn<br />
<strong>The</strong> Sons of <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>' - current and future - benefit from your support!<br />
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HSC Results<br />
Distinguished Achievers List:<br />
<strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong> had 82 students in <strong>the</strong> Distinguished Achievers<br />
List from a total candidature of 126 students. As <strong>the</strong> move<br />
to <strong>St</strong>andards referencing was one of <strong>the</strong> significant reforms<br />
of <strong>the</strong> new HSC it is not possible to make comparisons with<br />
previous years. <strong>The</strong> Board writes:<br />
"It is important to note that it will be possible to make far more<br />
meaningful comparisons between results in different years from 2002<br />
onwards. <strong>The</strong> nature of <strong>the</strong> changes in <strong>the</strong> HSC means that<br />
comparisons between performance in 2000 HSC and <strong>the</strong> 2001 HSC<br />
are not valid and are potentially misleading.<br />
In <strong>the</strong> new HSC students will be awarded marks on <strong>the</strong> basis of<br />
<strong>the</strong>ir performance against set standards for each course. In contrast to<br />
<strong>the</strong> previous system, <strong>the</strong>re will be no pre-determined number of<br />
students in each mark range and no restriction placed on <strong>the</strong> number<br />
of students who can be awarded top marks."<br />
<strong>The</strong> achievements of <strong>the</strong>se students are noteworthy and<br />
deserve recognition. <strong>The</strong> <strong>College</strong> community congratulates <strong>the</strong><br />
following:<br />
(This is a list of students who have achieved a mark of 90 or more<br />
[reached <strong>the</strong> highest band] for any course.)<br />
Ancient History: Dominic Fitzgerald<br />
Biology:<br />
Adrian Danieletto<br />
Business <strong>St</strong>udies: Christopher Burke<br />
Drama:<br />
Thomas Bateman, James Maclurcan.<br />
Economics:<br />
English (Advanced):<br />
English Extension 1:<br />
English Extension 2:<br />
Ma<strong>the</strong>matics:<br />
Ma<strong>the</strong>matics Ext. 1:<br />
Ma<strong>the</strong>matics Ext. 2:<br />
Modern History:<br />
History Extension:<br />
Andrew Bernie, Mark Chan,<br />
Timothy Haylen, Henry Ma,<br />
Aaron Rathmell, William Sung,<br />
Jonathan Teng, Thomas Travers<br />
Thomas Bateman, Nikolas Kir<strong>by</strong>,<br />
Christopher Rudge,<br />
Richard Clifton-Smith, Nikolas Kir<strong>by</strong>,<br />
James Maclurcan, Chris Pigott,<br />
Christopher Rudge,<br />
Nikolas Kir<strong>by</strong>, Philip Reilly<br />
Andrew Bernie, Samuel Boyers,<br />
Mark Chan, Adrian Danieletto,<br />
Nikolas Kir<strong>by</strong>, John Leung,<br />
Edward Man, Joel Menzies,<br />
Christopher Pigott, Patrick Sheehan,<br />
John Spada, William Sung.<br />
Samuel Boyers, Mark Chan,<br />
Trent Chan, Adrian Danieletto,<br />
Paul Emanuel, David Goh,<br />
Nikolas Kir<strong>by</strong>, John Leung, Henry Ma,<br />
Christopher Pigott, Lawrence Shim,<br />
Eric Siu, <strong>St</strong>ephen Suh, William Sung<br />
Trent Chan, Paul Emanuel,<br />
David Goh, Henry Ma, Richard Philip,<br />
Lawrence Shim, Eric Siu, <strong>St</strong>ephen Suh<br />
Thomas Bateman, Mark Chan,<br />
Timothy Haylen, Nikolas Kir<strong>by</strong>,<br />
Christopher Knight, Aaron Rathmell,<br />
Thomas Travers<br />
Thomas Bateman, Elias Bizannes,<br />
Mark Chan, Nikolas Kir<strong>by</strong>,<br />
Aaron Rathmell, Christopher Rudge,<br />
Thomas Travers<br />
Music Extension:<br />
Visual Arts:<br />
Chinese Continuers:<br />
French Continuers:<br />
Japanese Continuers:<br />
Japanese Extension:<br />
Latin Continuers:<br />
Latin Extension:<br />
Observations<br />
Christopher Pigott, James Tomasic<br />
Tristan Loomes, James Maclurcan,<br />
Christopher Rudge<br />
John Leung<br />
Samuel Boyers<br />
Lawrence Shim<br />
Lawrence Shim<br />
Nikolas Kir<strong>by</strong><br />
Nikolas Kir<strong>by</strong><br />
<strong>The</strong> Class of 2001 have achieved excellent results in <strong>the</strong><br />
new HSC. <strong>The</strong>re are several aspects of <strong>the</strong> results that<br />
deserve special mention; <strong>the</strong> results in English,<br />
Humanities and <strong>the</strong> Creative Arts are particularly pleasing,<br />
especially in <strong>the</strong> current climate where <strong>the</strong> achievement of boys<br />
in <strong>the</strong>se areas is questioned.<br />
Economics: 34% of our students scored 90 or above compared<br />
to 11% in <strong>the</strong> state.<br />
Drama: In our first class to present for <strong>the</strong> HSC 68% of <strong>the</strong><br />
students were in ei<strong>the</strong>r Band 5 or band 6 (scores of 80 or above)<br />
English: <strong>The</strong>se results were particularly pleasing. In <strong>the</strong> more<br />
difficult Advanced course 65% of our students were in Bands 5<br />
or 6. This compares with only 37% statewide.<br />
Modern History: <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Aloysius</strong> has a particularly large group of<br />
students studying Modern History. 57% of students were in<br />
bands 5 or 6 compared to 35% in <strong>the</strong> state.<br />
Visual Arts: <strong>The</strong> results in this subject were outstanding. 30% of<br />
<strong>the</strong> candidature was in Band 6 compared to 4% statewide.<br />
<strong>The</strong> <strong>College</strong>’s fine tradition in Maths was also maintained<br />
with excellent results being obtained in all courses.<br />
<strong>The</strong> performance of <strong>the</strong> dux of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> Nikolas Kir<strong>by</strong><br />
deserves special mention. Nikolas was named in <strong>the</strong> All-round<br />
Excellence List. He was named on <strong>the</strong> Distinguished Achievers<br />
List for every course he studied. This is a remarkable<br />
achievement, which is evidence to his all-round ability and<br />
effort.<br />
<strong>The</strong> Class of 2001 are an impressive group of young men.<br />
<strong>The</strong>y have faced <strong>the</strong> challenges of <strong>the</strong> new HSC with<br />
determination and endeavour. <strong>The</strong> results obtained are very<br />
pleasing.<br />
<strong>The</strong> continued improvement in English and <strong>the</strong> resurgence<br />
of <strong>the</strong> Humanities and Creative Arts are features to be<br />
celebrated. When this is combined with <strong>the</strong> strength of <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>College</strong>’s achievements over many years in Maths and <strong>the</strong><br />
Sciences, it is evidence of a <strong>College</strong> providing a fine education in<br />
all key-learning areas.<br />
<strong>The</strong> <strong>College</strong> has commissioned an independent analysis of<br />
<strong>the</strong> HSC results. <strong>The</strong> observations of <strong>the</strong> consultants read in<br />
part:<br />
"<strong>The</strong> School has produced its best annual performance in <strong>the</strong><br />
last 6 years. <strong>The</strong> average scaled mark per unit is at its highest<br />
level in this period … more than 58% of students scored a UAI<br />
rank above 85. <strong>The</strong> School should be well pleased with this<br />
outcome."<br />
Neville Williams<br />
Director of Curriculum<br />
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New Academic <strong>St</strong>aff<br />
For 2002 we welcome a number of new teachers to <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>College</strong>, and look forward to <strong>the</strong>ir contribution to <strong>the</strong> life<br />
of <strong>the</strong> school in so many areas. Listed below is a summary<br />
of each new member of <strong>the</strong> academic staff, and while we<br />
welcome <strong>the</strong>m we also acknowledge <strong>the</strong> significant depth of<br />
experience <strong>the</strong>y bring to our classrooms.<br />
Nicholas Boys, BA, DipEd (Macquarie University)<br />
Nic is an Old Boy of Saint Ignatius’ <strong>College</strong> Riverview and<br />
graduated in 1996, enrolling in a BA at Macquarie University, for<br />
a primary degree specialising in special needs. In 2000-2001 Nic<br />
was involved in practicum work at Roseville Ladies’ <strong>College</strong>,<br />
Epping Heights Public School, Narromine Public School and<br />
Rydalmere Public School. Nic joins us as Year 4.1 classroom<br />
teacher.<br />
Marianne Busuttil, DipTeach, BEd (University of Wollongong)<br />
Marianne joins our Junior School to teach Year 4.2. Marianne<br />
comes to us from Saint Ignatius’ <strong>College</strong> Riverview where she<br />
taught for three years, 1999-2001. Prior to that experience,<br />
Marianne was at Holy Spirit, North Ryde from 1988-1998.<br />
Hea<strong>the</strong>r Carr, MA, BSocWk, BEd, DipPhysEd<br />
Hea<strong>the</strong>r joins <strong>the</strong> Senior School History department for 12<br />
months to replace Lucas Good who has taken Leave of Absence.<br />
She previously held positions as History teacher/PE teacher;<br />
HOD of PE as well as Junior School Sports Co-ordinator and<br />
taught in 1998-2001 at Saint Ignatius’ <strong>College</strong>, Riverview part<br />
time; 1987 at <strong>St</strong> Joseph’s <strong>College</strong>, Hunter’s Hill; 1986-1988 at<br />
Abbotsleigh; 1988-1992 at Mercedes <strong>College</strong>, South Australia;<br />
1982-1987 at Pymble Ladies’ <strong>College</strong><br />
Paul Diamond, BEng(Hons), PGCE<br />
Paul joined our Ma<strong>the</strong>matics Department in <strong>the</strong> Senior School<br />
in Term Three 2001. He taught February-June 2001 at<br />
Queenwood School for Girls and September 1998-December<br />
1999 at Parrs Wood High School, Manchester, UK, where he<br />
studied at <strong>the</strong> University of Manchester, UK. His major areas of<br />
study are Civil Engineering and Ma<strong>the</strong>matics and at <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>’<br />
he has been involved in soccer and cricket.<br />
Joe El-Khoury, BA, DipTeach, MEd (Admin)<br />
Joe returns to us after 5 years employment with Ansett<br />
International, from 1997-2001. He taught at <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>’<br />
<strong>College</strong> full-time between 1995-1996, and has been a regular<br />
visitor back to <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> over <strong>the</strong> past few years. Prior to his<br />
first stint here, Joe taught at Penshurst Primary School from<br />
1993-1994. His previously held positions at Ansett involved<br />
Cabin Services Manager and Training Manager, having<br />
completed his studies in education/psychology, management,<br />
and training and development at <strong>the</strong> University of Sydney,<br />
Macquarie University and <strong>the</strong> University of NSW. Joe’s return to<br />
<strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> is as a classroom teacher of Year 6 and as Religious<br />
Education Co-ordinator in <strong>the</strong> Junior School.<br />
Scott Hardgrove, BTeach, BA (University of Newcastle)<br />
Scott comes to <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>’ <strong>College</strong> from <strong>St</strong> Edward’s School,<br />
South Tamworth where he taught in 2000-2001 and prior to that<br />
from 1998 at <strong>the</strong> Catholic Schools Office in Newcastle. Scott<br />
will be teaching Year 5.1 in <strong>the</strong> Junior School.<br />
where she is Year 5.3 homeroom teacher, having taught K-5 prior<br />
to commencing last year.<br />
Susan Martin, BEd (Hons)<br />
Susan joins our Music Department two days per week in <strong>the</strong><br />
Junior School, sharing <strong>the</strong> role with her husband Wesley. She<br />
taught between 1995-2001 at Mosman Preparatory School for<br />
Boys; 1993-1994 as Junior Music teacher at Moriah <strong>College</strong> and<br />
1989-1992 as class teacher (K-1) in Calne, Wiltshire, UK.<br />
Susan’s most recent experience involved <strong>the</strong> role as Music Coordinator<br />
at Mosman Preparatory School for Boys; she taught<br />
pre-school - Year 6 bands & choirs and organised <strong>the</strong> peripatetic<br />
programme.<br />
Leighanna Miles, MTeach (Primary), BA (University of Sydney)<br />
Leighanna is also a familiar face to <strong>the</strong> Junior School, having<br />
completed her internship in Term 3, 2001 at <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>. She<br />
previously held a position as primary teacher in Term 4, 2001 at<br />
<strong>St</strong> Paul of <strong>the</strong> Cross, Dulwich Hill. Leighanna has taken on <strong>the</strong><br />
role of Year 3 teacher in <strong>the</strong> Junior School.<br />
David Molloy, MMus, BMus, BA, AmusACert (Kodaly)<br />
David joins our Music Department as a part time teacher of<br />
Middle School classes. In 2001 David was regularly at <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>College</strong> as our Organist and has now taken that role on<br />
permanently as well as being a choir accompanist. His range of<br />
experience underlines our good fortune in securing his services.<br />
David attended <strong>the</strong> Queensland Conservatorium of Music, <strong>the</strong><br />
NSW Conservatorium of Music, <strong>the</strong> University of East Anglia<br />
(UK), <strong>the</strong> Kodaly Institute (Hungary) and Music Hochseliuls<br />
(Vienna, Austria). He has previously held positions as Director<br />
of Music for <strong>the</strong> Diocese of Broken Bay; organist/choirmaster,<br />
Corpus Christi Ca<strong>the</strong>dral, <strong>St</strong> Ives, <strong>St</strong> Patrick’s Basilica,<br />
Fremantle; Organist at <strong>St</strong> <strong>St</strong>ephen’s Ca<strong>the</strong>dral, Brisbane and<br />
taught between 1983-1987 and 1998-2001 at <strong>St</strong> Patrick’s<br />
<strong>College</strong>, <strong>St</strong>rathfield.<br />
Andrew Quinane, BMusEd(University of New South Wales)<br />
Andrew joined our Music staff in Term One 2001, having taught<br />
from 1996-2001 at Mount <strong>St</strong> Benedict <strong>College</strong> and 1993-1995<br />
at East Hills Technology High School. Andrew has been a<br />
wonderful acquisition for our Music Department and led <strong>the</strong><br />
Chamber Choir with much distinction.<br />
Hannah Tancred, BA(Hons)(University of Sydney),<br />
MTeach(University of Sydney)<br />
Hannah joins our Religious Education department and takes on<br />
<strong>the</strong> role of homeroom teacher of Year 7.1. In 2001 Hannah<br />
taught Term 4 at James Sheahan Catholic High School, Orange<br />
and Term 3 2001 at Kinross - Wolaroi, Orange, where she<br />
completed her internship.<br />
I acknowledge <strong>the</strong> vitality and enthusiasm that new staff<br />
members bring to our <strong>College</strong>. <strong>The</strong> depth of experience <strong>the</strong>y<br />
have is a wonderful complement to our existing teaching staff in<br />
order that we pursue our Ignatian goal of Ad Maioram Dei<br />
Gloriam (to <strong>the</strong> Greater Glory of God).<br />
Sam Di Sano<br />
Deputy Headmaster<br />
Sara Johnson, Dip Teach, Dip Ed<br />
Sara joined <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>’ <strong>College</strong> in Term Two 2001 from Holy<br />
Spirit North Ryde where she taught for a number of years. Sara<br />
also brings much experience and knowledge to our Junior School<br />
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From <strong>the</strong> Registrar<br />
It was lovely to see so many new boys’ smiling faces<br />
commencing at <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> this year. Even after <strong>the</strong><br />
orientation sessions, <strong>the</strong>re is still a lot of anxiety as <strong>the</strong><br />
new year begins, both for <strong>the</strong> students and <strong>the</strong>ir parents.<br />
New travel arrangements for <strong>the</strong> new boys seem to be<br />
working out and <strong>the</strong>y all seem to be settling into <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
studies and new routines.<br />
<strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> does not participate in <strong>the</strong> ACER scholarship<br />
examination.<br />
Finally, we need to keep family records up to date, both<br />
for <strong>the</strong> welfare of <strong>the</strong> boys, and also to keep you informed<br />
of what’s happening at <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>. If you wish to update<br />
any of your family details eg address, telephone numbers<br />
etc, please ei<strong>the</strong>r ring me on (02) 9955 8872 or email me:<br />
registrar@staloysius.nsw.edu.au and I will update your<br />
details in <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> database.<br />
Mrs Anne-Maree McCarthy<br />
Registrar<br />
On 3 March we held our annual Open Day. Many new<br />
families interested in sending <strong>the</strong>ir sons to <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong><br />
came to see <strong>the</strong> various activities and demonstrations.<br />
<strong>The</strong>re were sporting activities, art and craft displays,<br />
library displays, drama and music performances, cadet<br />
displays, science demonstrations and language laboratory<br />
demonstrations. <strong>The</strong>re were also debating and public<br />
speaking demonstrations as well as opportunities to visit<br />
<strong>the</strong> ma<strong>the</strong>matics, computer, music and sports facilities. A<br />
Headmaster’s forum was held both in <strong>the</strong> Junior and<br />
Senior Schools. <strong>The</strong> prefects assisted <strong>the</strong> Parents &<br />
Friends <strong>by</strong> conducting tours of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>. Many o<strong>the</strong>r<br />
students, who had kindly volunteered <strong>the</strong>ir time, also gave<br />
up <strong>the</strong>ir Sunday to help out with Open Day <strong>by</strong><br />
participating in <strong>the</strong> various activities.<br />
This year is a very busy one, as <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> has<br />
changed its Enrolment Policy and is now conducting<br />
entrance exams for Years 5-11 two years prior to entry.<br />
<strong>The</strong>refore, as we have a ‘catch up’ year to do, this year we<br />
are conducting entrance exams both for 2003 (Years 3-11<br />
held in March and April) and 2004 (Years 5-11 in April).<br />
This is nearly double <strong>the</strong> usual number of applicants<br />
sitting entrance exams. We have had to run <strong>the</strong>se exams<br />
over several weeks this year, due to <strong>the</strong> increased number<br />
of applicants. We will endeavour to do all interviews to<br />
those offered one in May, with offers of places going out<br />
to families in June. You will be notified ei<strong>the</strong>r way if<br />
successful or unsuccessful in gaining a place for next year<br />
or 2004. Next year, we will run <strong>the</strong> exams for Years 5-11<br />
two years ahead of entry from <strong>the</strong>n on.<br />
Bursary examinations take place on Saturday 5 May for<br />
students wishing to apply for an Academic Means Tested<br />
Bursary entering Years 7 and 11 in 2003. Please note that<br />
Dates for <strong>the</strong> Diary<br />
Entrance Examinations<br />
Year 3, 2003 Monday 25 March, 2002<br />
8.30am – 12.30pm<br />
Year 4, 2003 Tuesday 26 March, 2002<br />
8.30am – 12.30pm<br />
Years 5 -11, 2003 Saturday 6 April<br />
8.30am – 12.30pm<br />
Years 5 -11, 2004 Saturday 13 April<br />
8.30am – 12.30pm<br />
Bursary Examination<br />
Years 7 & 11, 2003 Saturday 4 May 2002<br />
8.30am – 12.30pm<br />
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Parents & Friends<br />
Parents and Friends Association<br />
As with every o<strong>the</strong>r year <strong>the</strong> beginning of 2002 has<br />
been busy for <strong>the</strong> Parents and Friends. We take<br />
<strong>the</strong> opportunity at <strong>the</strong> end of <strong>the</strong> first week of<br />
school, after <strong>the</strong> Junior School Commencement Mass, to<br />
host a morning tea for <strong>the</strong> new parents. Thanks to <strong>the</strong><br />
many "old parents" who came along to welcome <strong>the</strong> new<br />
members of our Aloysian Family.<br />
On Friday February 9, we held our Commencement<br />
Cocktail Party. More than eight hundred parents and staff<br />
made this a truly wonderful evening. As always <strong>the</strong> food,<br />
brought <strong>by</strong> all to share, was a magnificent feast. Our<br />
evening was made even more special <strong>by</strong> our wandering<br />
minstrels SAC <strong>the</strong> Choir (a band of keen fa<strong>the</strong>rs) who<br />
entertained us with <strong>the</strong>ir extensive repertoire.<br />
Our class functions are already underway with <strong>the</strong> Year<br />
12 Mass and Supper held on Sunday 12 February and <strong>the</strong><br />
Years 3 and 4 and Year 5 dinners in <strong>the</strong> planning stages.<br />
On <strong>the</strong> first Monday of each month we hold our P&F<br />
Meeting at <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> Oval. Here we plan our functions<br />
and parents are given <strong>the</strong> opportunity to express any minor<br />
concerns <strong>the</strong>y may have. We start and finish <strong>the</strong> meeting<br />
over a cup of tea and a chat, and this is also a great way to<br />
meet o<strong>the</strong>r parents. Toddlers are very welcome to join<br />
<strong>the</strong>ir parents at <strong>the</strong> meeting!<br />
One of our mo<strong>the</strong>rs, Judy Emanuel, has started a<br />
fortnightly "Craft Group" at <strong>the</strong> oval on Mondays or<br />
Wednesdays alternating in a four-week rotation. <strong>The</strong> first<br />
day was an extremely wet and miserable Wednesday<br />
however a dozen or so women braved <strong>the</strong> inclement<br />
wea<strong>the</strong>r and enjoyed a chat whilst <strong>the</strong>y worked on<br />
whatever <strong>the</strong>y had chosen to bring. This promises to be<br />
yet ano<strong>the</strong>r way of "friendraising" – something that<br />
Aloysians do so well. Past parents are most welcome as are<br />
little children.<br />
<strong>The</strong> 2002 Committee’s aim is to get people toge<strong>the</strong>r in<br />
different casual situations and to this end we are working<br />
on get-toge<strong>the</strong>rs of many and varied natures starting with<br />
cooking tours of Sydney, possibly in May.<br />
On Thursday 10 May at <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> Oval will be our<br />
Mo<strong>the</strong>r’s Lunch – an opportunity to celebrate Mo<strong>the</strong>rs<br />
Day a few days early with your Mo<strong>the</strong>r and friends<br />
Our annual Card Day will be held at <strong>the</strong> Oval again on<br />
Thursday 13 June, so card players put that date in your<br />
diary now.<br />
Any queries can be directed to <strong>the</strong> P&F committee<br />
through our email: PandF@staloysius.nsw.edu.au or <strong>by</strong><br />
calling <strong>the</strong> P&F office at <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> on 9922 1177.<br />
Roberta Pavey<br />
2002 President<br />
Peggy Todd, Margaret & Max Quinnell at <strong>the</strong> POPS Christmas<br />
Mass and Cocktail Party<br />
POPS – Parents of Past <strong>St</strong>udents<br />
<strong>The</strong> POPS met for our annual Christmas Mass and<br />
Cocktail Party on Sunday December 7. A very<br />
happy group attended and it was a perfect night on<br />
<strong>the</strong> roof of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> looking onto <strong>the</strong> sparkling lights<br />
around <strong>the</strong> harbour and our beautiful city. If any Parents<br />
from <strong>the</strong> Class of 2000 would like to join POPS, please<br />
complete <strong>the</strong> reply slip below and send it to me, care of <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>College</strong>. For any inquires I am available on 4975 4376<br />
after 6pm.<br />
<strong>The</strong> dates for our 2002 activities are:<br />
● Sunday, June 9: 12 Noon, Mass followed <strong>by</strong> a Sausage<br />
Sizzle<br />
● Sunday, December 8: Mass followed <strong>by</strong> a Cocktail<br />
Party<br />
Invitations will be sent out in due time to those on <strong>the</strong><br />
mailing list.<br />
Mrs Pat Kennedy<br />
POPS Convenor<br />
POPS Membership Form<br />
Name:................................................................<br />
Name of sons:....................................................<br />
Years attended SAC: .........................................<br />
Address:.............................................................<br />
...........................................................................<br />
Telephone No:...................................................<br />
Fax No:..............................................................<br />
Email:................................................................<br />
Please complete and return to:<br />
Mrs Pat Kennedy 47 Upper Pitt <strong>St</strong>reet,<br />
Milsons Point NSW 2061 or fax to 02 9929 6414.<br />
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From <strong>the</strong> Archives<br />
<strong>College</strong> Roll of Honour<br />
Any connections ?<br />
1929 <strong>The</strong> Bridge arch begins to take shape<br />
2002 Seventieth Anniversary of <strong>the</strong><br />
Sydney <strong>Harbour</strong> Bridge opening<br />
For nearly thirty years, many Aloysians had travelled to<br />
school across <strong>the</strong> harbour <strong>by</strong> ferry. All that changed on<br />
19 March 1932 when <strong>the</strong> Sydney <strong>Harbour</strong> Bridge was<br />
officially opened and <strong>the</strong> north shore began to expand<br />
rapidly. <strong>The</strong> Rector of <strong>the</strong> day, Rev Fr Austin Kelly, SJ, felt<br />
<strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> had been brought into <strong>the</strong> heart of <strong>the</strong> city and<br />
invited six hundred members of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> community to<br />
view <strong>the</strong> official opening celebrations from <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> roof<br />
and from <strong>the</strong> grounds of Wyalla. <strong>The</strong> <strong>College</strong> joined in <strong>the</strong><br />
general enthusiasm for <strong>the</strong> successful completion of <strong>the</strong><br />
engineering feat <strong>by</strong> decorating <strong>the</strong> buildings with flags and<br />
illuminating <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> at night. With <strong>the</strong> celebrations over,<br />
<strong>the</strong> boys began adjusting to <strong>the</strong> rumble of trains and trams<br />
overhead and travelling to and from <strong>the</strong> new Milson's Point<br />
railway station.<br />
In <strong>the</strong> years leading up to 1932, staff and boys had<br />
watched <strong>the</strong> construction of <strong>the</strong> Sydney <strong>Harbour</strong> Bridge with<br />
great interest. Old Boys of <strong>the</strong> period recall <strong>the</strong> day one of <strong>the</strong><br />
Jesuit teachers glanced out of his classroom window and<br />
noticed a workman falling from <strong>the</strong> bridge. He quickly<br />
blessed <strong>the</strong> man as he fell to his death.<br />
<strong>The</strong> <strong>College</strong> verandah provided an ideal location for<br />
photographing building progress, as <strong>the</strong> accompanying<br />
photographs show.<br />
In <strong>the</strong> last issue I made a plea for relatives of <strong>the</strong> sixty Old<br />
Aloysians who lost <strong>the</strong>ir lives in <strong>the</strong> various wars to<br />
contact me. Many thanks to Barry Hunt, nephew of<br />
Barry McGinley, to George Franki, cousin of Brian Johnson<br />
and to Paul Baxter, related <strong>by</strong> marriage to Joe Crogan for<br />
responding to my appeal for information about Old<br />
Aloysians who lost <strong>the</strong>ir lives in <strong>the</strong> various wars. Thanks also<br />
to Trish Flynn of <strong>the</strong> Development Office for introducing<br />
me to Miss Joan Dimond, sister of Frank Dimond. I also<br />
thank <strong>the</strong> o<strong>the</strong>r family members I have located via <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>College</strong> Old Boys' mailing list, <strong>the</strong> telephone directory and<br />
electoral rolls.<br />
If you are connected in some way or remember any of <strong>the</strong><br />
following from your own schooldays, I'd be delighted to hear<br />
from you.<br />
Gerri Nicholas<br />
<strong>College</strong> Archivist<br />
Phone: 9954 4454<br />
Myrton Allen<br />
Dig<strong>by</strong> Barlow<br />
Jack Barlow<br />
Harold Barraclough<br />
Frank Bauer<br />
Leon Bennet<br />
Peter Brewer<br />
Basil Burke<br />
George Burke<br />
Vincent Burns<br />
Richard Campbell<br />
Bob Cazabon<br />
George Chandler<br />
Joe Crogan<br />
John Cunningham<br />
Lin Cunningham<br />
Gus Curtis<br />
John Dallas<br />
Jack d'Alpuget<br />
Joseph Dease<br />
Jim Decent<br />
Frank Dimond<br />
Fred/Frank Doyle<br />
Jack Ferris<br />
Myles Fitzgerald<br />
Ted Gilles<br />
Joe Hamlet<br />
Jack Harrison<br />
Cecil Healy<br />
Dermot Hegarty<br />
Bill Hickey<br />
Bernie Hindmarsh<br />
Richard Horan<br />
Bert Hughes<br />
Brian Johnson<br />
Barry McGinley<br />
Geoff McLaughlin<br />
Brian Maher<br />
William Molloy<br />
Martin Mooney<br />
John Moran<br />
Hilary Moylan<br />
Daly Mugliston<br />
Peter Murray<br />
Rupert Newland<br />
Bert Norris<br />
Richard O'Connor<br />
Alan O'Connor<br />
Con Page<br />
Marcel Playoust<br />
<strong>St</strong>ephane Playoust<br />
Jean Playoust<br />
Eric Richardson<br />
Roy Richardson<br />
Albert 'Mick' Ryan<br />
William Scollin<br />
Fred Vincent<br />
Oliver Whiting<br />
William Willis<br />
George Willmott<br />
1930 <strong>The</strong> Canberra passes under <strong>the</strong> first section of <strong>the</strong><br />
bridge decking.<br />
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Junior School<br />
Junior School Wrap Up<br />
In terms of staffing, 2002 saw significant changes.<br />
While we are deeply indebted to <strong>the</strong> contribution<br />
made <strong>by</strong> Miss Jenny Hoare and Mr David Thompson,<br />
who between <strong>the</strong>m served this <strong>College</strong> loyally for a<br />
combined total of 21 years, it was equally important for<br />
<strong>the</strong>m to have moved on, both for <strong>the</strong>ir personal and<br />
professional advancement. We wish <strong>the</strong>m and o<strong>the</strong>rs who<br />
have contributed to this School, our best wishes in <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
new career paths.<br />
I am pleased to advise that <strong>the</strong> quality of <strong>the</strong> new staff<br />
we have managed to recruit on to our team are proving to<br />
be dynamic, thoroughly professional, dedicated,<br />
compassionate people, fully committed to <strong>the</strong> mission of<br />
this <strong>College</strong>. We extend a very warm welcome to our new<br />
teachers, Ms Leighanna Miles (Year 3), Mr Nic Boys and<br />
Ms Marianne Busuttil (Year 4), Mr Scott Hardgrove<br />
(Year 5) and Mrs Sue Martin (Music), who is teamteaching<br />
with her husband, Mr Wesley Martin.<br />
<strong>The</strong> settling in process for <strong>the</strong> new boys and <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
families has been ra<strong>the</strong>r smooth and has been helped<br />
<strong>by</strong> Orientation Days prior to starting in <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>.<br />
<strong>The</strong> hosting of <strong>the</strong> traditional Information Night for<br />
new parents and <strong>the</strong> publication of <strong>the</strong> Parent<br />
Information Booklets and o<strong>the</strong>r "welcome to your new<br />
school" initiatives have also made <strong>the</strong> transition much<br />
easier. Despite <strong>the</strong> inclement wea<strong>the</strong>r in <strong>the</strong> initial two<br />
weeks of School, we have managed to successfully run our<br />
Summer Sport trials, <strong>the</strong> Annual Swimming<br />
Championships and a number of o<strong>the</strong>r commencement<br />
and initiation activities.<br />
On Monday 18 February, we invited all parents to<br />
attend a Curriculum focused information evening. At least<br />
90% of <strong>the</strong> parents came along to meet <strong>the</strong>ir sons’ Class<br />
teachers and o<strong>the</strong>r staff, and listen to <strong>the</strong>ir informative<br />
presentations. We are constantly exploring ways of<br />
informing and communicating with <strong>the</strong> parent body with<br />
a view to streng<strong>the</strong>ning our partnership in <strong>the</strong> education<br />
of <strong>the</strong>ir sons.<br />
On Tuesday 19 February we conducted an Open<br />
Forum for parents interested in actively participating and<br />
supporting <strong>the</strong> School structures in <strong>the</strong> management and<br />
organization of <strong>the</strong> co-curricular life of <strong>the</strong> School.<br />
Around 40 keen parents and teachers attended this forum<br />
and discussed constructive ways of contributing to school<br />
activities ranging from Sport to Debating, Drama, Music,<br />
Enrichment & Extension Clubs, Chess, Poetry, Pottery,<br />
<strong>The</strong>atre Sports and Lateral thinking. It was decided that<br />
parents and teachers with common interests, would<br />
continue to meet in smaller groups to work for <strong>the</strong><br />
betterment of specific activities at appropriate times<br />
during <strong>the</strong> year.<br />
Martin Lobo<br />
Head of Junior School<br />
JS Swimming 2002<br />
<strong>The</strong> annual Junior School Swimming<br />
Championships was held on Tuesday 12 February<br />
at Lane Cove Olympic Pool. Due to<br />
reconstruction work over <strong>the</strong> past 2 years we welcomed <strong>the</strong><br />
return to <strong>the</strong> pool for <strong>the</strong> 2002 Championships. We were<br />
greeted with a great day, albeit very hot and as <strong>the</strong> carnival<br />
progressed we realised that it was going to be a very close<br />
day. All 4 houses were battling out for overall honours.<br />
<strong>The</strong> final results saw Owen in 1st place with 542 points<br />
followed <strong>by</strong> Campion (488), Southwell (480) and Ogilvie<br />
(478). <strong>The</strong> Age Champions were:<br />
Under 8 – Kieran Joel<br />
Under 9 – Paul Sindone<br />
Under 10 – Mark Sindone<br />
Under 11 – Chris Sudarmana<br />
Under 12 – John Carroll<br />
<strong>The</strong> Open Champions Shield is awarded to <strong>the</strong><br />
champion swimmer from all age groups. This year it was<br />
won <strong>by</strong> Chris Sudarmana (Year 5). Chris was successful in<br />
breaking <strong>the</strong> record for <strong>the</strong> Open 100m Breaststroke. <strong>The</strong><br />
record was broken <strong>by</strong> 3 seconds and had stood since 1981.<br />
We look forward to seeing what Chris can achieve during<br />
his time in <strong>the</strong> Junior School both in <strong>the</strong> classroom and in<br />
<strong>the</strong> pool.<br />
Chris Sudarmana and Tim Geldens (Year 5) were<br />
selected to swim at <strong>the</strong> CAS Swimming Championships<br />
and represent <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> Senior School Swimming<br />
Team.<br />
All o<strong>the</strong>r Junior School representatives have taken part<br />
in <strong>the</strong> Knox Invitation Carnival and are preparing for <strong>the</strong><br />
JSHAA carnival.<br />
Neil Scotney<br />
Junior School Sportsmaster<br />
Executive Editor: Rev Fr A V Smith SJ<br />
Editor: Murray Happ (SAC 1985)<br />
Assistant Editor: Trish Flynn<br />
Printing: <strong>The</strong> Precision Printers Pty Ltd<br />
Circulation: 8,500<br />
E-Mail:<br />
murray.happ@staloysius.nsw.edu.au<br />
(Development Office)<br />
<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Aloysius</strong>’ <strong>College</strong><br />
Senior: 47 Upper Pitt <strong>St</strong>reet, Milsons Point NSW 2061<br />
Telephone: 02 9922 1177, Fax: 9929 6414<br />
Junior: 28 Burton <strong>St</strong>reet, Milsons Point NSW 2061<br />
Telephone: 02 9955 9200, Fax: 9955 0736<br />
Website: www.staloysius.nsw.edu.au<br />
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Jesuit Missions<br />
Former <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>’<br />
C o l l e g e<br />
Headmaster, Rev<br />
Fr Tom O'Donovan SJ,<br />
appeals for renewed<br />
support for <strong>the</strong> Missions<br />
on <strong>the</strong> occasion of <strong>the</strong><br />
Golden Jubilee of his<br />
Ordination.<br />
Rev Fr Tom O'Donovan<br />
SJ is well known to many<br />
members of <strong>the</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong><br />
family from his time as<br />
Rev Fr Tom O’Donovan SJ<br />
Headmaster of <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>College</strong> 1968 - 1973.<br />
Rev Fr O'Donovan had a long career as teacher and guide<br />
in Jesuit Schools. It is perhaps outside <strong>the</strong> classroom in<br />
his pastoral relationships with <strong>the</strong> boys that Rev Fr<br />
O'Donovan had <strong>the</strong> greatest impact on <strong>the</strong>ir development<br />
and growth as Christian gentlemen. Through his recent<br />
work supporting Jesuit Missionaries overseas Rev Fr<br />
O'Donovan has helped thousands of families to improve<br />
<strong>the</strong>ir lives, especially through mission schools and health<br />
clinics.<br />
Rev Fr O'Donovan was born in 1921 in Victoria. He<br />
was educated <strong>by</strong> <strong>the</strong> Jesuits at <strong>St</strong> Patrick’s <strong>College</strong>, East<br />
Melbourne and entered <strong>the</strong> Jesuit Novitiate in 1938. He<br />
was ordained on January 3, 1952 and spent most of <strong>the</strong><br />
next 38 years as a teacher, boarding master and<br />
headmaster.<br />
Rev Fr O'Donovan has a special gift with people of<br />
all ages. His personal integrity, warmth and genuine<br />
interest in <strong>the</strong> lives of people endear him to all who know<br />
him. Rev Fr O'Donovan says that he loved working in<br />
Jesuit schools and expected to end his days as a teacher.<br />
But when at <strong>the</strong> age of 68 years he was asked to step into<br />
<strong>the</strong> job of Mission Promoter he accepted <strong>the</strong> challenge<br />
with his characteristic enthusiasm and generosity.<br />
Last year Rev Fr O'Donovan celebrated his 80th<br />
birthday and after 12 years he finished as Mission<br />
Director. But he continues to work in <strong>the</strong> Mission Office<br />
and he continues a very busy round of pastoral duties<br />
around his home at <strong>St</strong> Mary's North Sydney. Rev Fr<br />
O'Donovan has stayed in touch with thousands of Old<br />
Boys and <strong>the</strong>ir parents and has continued to care for<br />
<strong>the</strong>m as Priest and friend. He says that at this time of his<br />
Golden Jubilee he thanks God for <strong>the</strong> friendship and<br />
support of <strong>the</strong> Old Boys and families he came to know<br />
through his work in Jesuit schools.<br />
With <strong>the</strong> passing of <strong>the</strong> years <strong>the</strong> Mission mailing list<br />
of supporters has fallen <strong>by</strong> about 30%. Rev Fr<br />
O'Donovan SJ says that <strong>the</strong> best Jubilee gift he could<br />
possibly receive would be renewed interest in <strong>the</strong><br />
wonderful work that Australian Jesuit Missionaries are<br />
doing among <strong>the</strong> poorest of <strong>the</strong> poor in India. He says<br />
that increased support is needed more than ever now that<br />
<strong>the</strong> Australian Jesuits are also supporting young Jesuit<br />
Missions in Cambodia, Burma and East Timor.<br />
According to Rev Fr O'Donovan SJ" … <strong>the</strong> time has<br />
come for a new generation of Jesuit friends to take up <strong>the</strong><br />
challenge of supporting our work in <strong>the</strong> developing<br />
world."<br />
If you want to be a Jesuit Mission supporter and<br />
receive more information about our valuable work or<br />
make a donation in honour of Rev Fr Tom O'Donovan<br />
SJ please complete <strong>the</strong> form below and return it <strong>by</strong> post<br />
or fax, or telephone or email your details to <strong>the</strong> Jesuit<br />
Mission Office.<br />
Jesuit Overseas Missions……<br />
for human dignity and understanding<br />
To: Rev Fr Tom O'Donovan SJ<br />
Post: PO Box 193, North Sydney NSW 2059<br />
Email: mission@jesuit.org.au<br />
Fax: (02) 9929 7523, Phone: (02) 9955 8585<br />
I would like to be included as an Australian Jesuit<br />
Mission supporter. Please add my name to your<br />
mailing list and let me know more about your<br />
important work.<br />
I would like to donate $……… to support <strong>the</strong> work of<br />
<strong>the</strong> Australian Jesuit Missions.<br />
Enclosed is a cheque (made payable to Australian<br />
Jesuit Missions)<br />
or<br />
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thanks you for your support<br />
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CAS Swimming Championships<br />
Aloys got <strong>the</strong> power!<br />
71st Annual Swimming<br />
Championships of <strong>the</strong> Combined<br />
Associated Schools<br />
This year is was <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>’ <strong>College</strong>’s turn to coordinate<br />
<strong>the</strong> stylish and exciting CAS swimming<br />
carnival. It is a mega-event staged at <strong>the</strong> lavish,<br />
brightly lit venue of <strong>the</strong> Olympics at Homebush. <strong>The</strong> aura<br />
of Australia’s splendid victories at <strong>the</strong> last Games still<br />
lingers. To be still a boy and mount those same blocks and<br />
plunge into <strong>the</strong> same blue waters in front of five thousand<br />
excited and vociferous supporters seems to me at once<br />
most exciting and a tremendous privilege. How much<br />
more, I wonder, would you need to motivate you on those<br />
dark early mornings at training? This is what it is all for,<br />
Tom Austin (Year 12) said to me when I asked him how<br />
it felt to be at his last CAS. Swimming is often a family<br />
affair: <strong>the</strong>re are <strong>the</strong> Hawkins, <strong>the</strong> Boyers, <strong>the</strong> Austins, <strong>the</strong><br />
Birrells, for instance.<br />
Last year I attended <strong>the</strong> CAS swimming to support<br />
students of mine in <strong>the</strong> team and out of curiosity to see<br />
how things had changed since I was at school. <strong>The</strong><br />
experience changed me. I was taught an important lesson<br />
in values and took up a new sport.<br />
‘Play hard and with integrity, and have lots of fun’, Sir<br />
Donald Bradman once advised. Our swimmers learned<br />
this lesson before I did. In<br />
71 years <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>’ has<br />
won <strong>the</strong> CAS swimming<br />
only once, back in 1935.<br />
This lack of success<br />
nei<strong>the</strong>r deters nor<br />
disappoints <strong>the</strong>m. <strong>The</strong>y<br />
swim because <strong>the</strong>y love <strong>the</strong><br />
sport regardless of<br />
victories or defeats.<br />
Despite <strong>the</strong> lonely hours<br />
of following <strong>the</strong> black line,<br />
<strong>the</strong>re is an unrivalled<br />
James Boyers (Year 11) companionship among<br />
this group. Boys of all ages train toge<strong>the</strong>r, socialise<br />
toge<strong>the</strong>r, eat toge<strong>the</strong>r, travel toge<strong>the</strong>r and compete<br />
toge<strong>the</strong>r. When I suggested to one swimmer that it might<br />
help to ease <strong>the</strong> burden on such a relatively small group to<br />
seek to enlarge it, he said, "That might spoil things. It is just<br />
like a family as it is". You quickly realise <strong>the</strong> truth of this<br />
when you mix with <strong>the</strong>m: <strong>the</strong>re is a great deal of mutual<br />
encouragement and support. <strong>The</strong>y are very protective of<br />
each o<strong>the</strong>r. Older ones inspire and nurture <strong>the</strong> younger<br />
ones. <strong>The</strong>y have something precious here and <strong>the</strong>y know<br />
it, and none of it depends upon winning.<br />
In talking to some of <strong>the</strong> swimmers, I wanted to know<br />
what attracted <strong>the</strong>m to <strong>the</strong> sport. While some took it up<br />
for health reasons, Dominic Monckton (Year 11) for<br />
instance, o<strong>the</strong>rs spoke of this mysterious affinity with <strong>the</strong><br />
water. I remembered Shane Gould once saying this. I<br />
Samuel McConnell Year 7<br />
wanted to know more. Feel <strong>the</strong> water, one boy directed,<br />
just feel <strong>the</strong> water. I decided to try. I started training. All<br />
my life I had been a runner: at least every second day I’d<br />
be on <strong>the</strong> track regardless of <strong>the</strong> wea<strong>the</strong>r. I joined up at my<br />
local swimming pool. I read books, watched <strong>the</strong><br />
techniques of <strong>the</strong> best swimmers. Gradually I came to<br />
experience and understand. Now, no day is complete<br />
without time in <strong>the</strong> water. That feeling of semiweightlessness<br />
relaxes, invigorates and soo<strong>the</strong>s. I have<br />
learned to feel <strong>the</strong> water.<br />
As I waited back at <strong>the</strong> end of this CAS swimming<br />
championships, though, I was tempted. I thought how<br />
exciting it would be if our school could just one more time<br />
win on this night. Just to show <strong>the</strong>m we could if we<br />
wanted to. I started to reflect on what would be involved:<br />
a much bigger squad, training at least six times a week<br />
instead of two, regular weights sessions, nutritionists’<br />
planning special diets, a physio<strong>the</strong>rapist, specialist coaches<br />
for each type of stroke, possibly swimming scholarships to<br />
attract champions from o<strong>the</strong>r schools, a five-year<br />
development plan. Hmm? Perhaps not. And we did beat<br />
Cranbrook again after all.<br />
Robert Schneider (SAC 1958)<br />
Senior School <strong>St</strong>aff<br />
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Cadet Report<br />
‘jumped’ at this chance given to us <strong>by</strong> an Old Boy,<br />
Captain Andrew George (SAC 1993). Regular military<br />
personnel were also involved in <strong>the</strong> activity, including<br />
a couple of members of <strong>the</strong> Australian and Canadian<br />
Special Forces.<br />
<strong>The</strong> five of us kitted up and were briefed <strong>by</strong> o<strong>the</strong>r<br />
military personal. A short elevator trip took us nervous boys<br />
to a wire walkway just under <strong>the</strong> road level of <strong>the</strong> bridge. As<br />
trains rushed passed overhead <strong>the</strong> walkway moved from side<br />
to side - which didn't do much for our confidence. Watching<br />
o<strong>the</strong>rs leap before us brimming with confidence and with<br />
kind words of comfort from those around us we climbed over<br />
<strong>the</strong> edge. It was a 110-metre abseil from <strong>the</strong>re with an<br />
occasional stop to admire <strong>the</strong> view. <strong>The</strong> activity ended with<br />
a 10 metre free fall into Sydney <strong>Harbour</strong>. <strong>The</strong> feeling of cold,<br />
seedy water on our adrenalin pumped faces convinced us we<br />
were alive. But <strong>the</strong> challenge was not over. <strong>St</strong>ruggling to<br />
stay afloat, we paddled to shore and climbed out. After <strong>the</strong><br />
five of us reunited with Captain George (SAC 1993), we<br />
said our good<strong>by</strong>es and departed back to <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>, knowing<br />
we had done something that most people will never have <strong>the</strong><br />
chance to experience.<br />
We would like to take this opportunity to thank Captain<br />
George (SAC 1993) and <strong>the</strong> members of <strong>the</strong> Australian<br />
Defence Force for giving us <strong>the</strong> opportunity to take part in<br />
such a rare privilege. <strong>The</strong> memory and thrill of <strong>the</strong> day will<br />
remain with us forever.<br />
Tom Grace and Grant Donald abseiling off <strong>the</strong> <strong>Harbour</strong><br />
Bridge and plunging into <strong>the</strong> water<br />
Jumping From <strong>the</strong> <strong>Harbour</strong> Bridge<br />
<strong>The</strong> following contribution is from <strong>the</strong> four boys<br />
that took up a recent opportunity to ‘jump’ from<br />
<strong>the</strong> Sydney <strong>Harbour</strong> Bridge.<br />
It began as an ordinary Cadet parade day, until when<br />
around mid-day a group of Year 11 senior cadets were<br />
approached with a offer for a once in a lifetime opportunity:<br />
<strong>the</strong> opportunity to jump off <strong>the</strong> Sydney <strong>Harbour</strong> Bridge!<br />
Obviously <strong>the</strong> five, James Boyers, Tom Grace, Luke<br />
Marshall, Grant Donald and Alex Romans (all Year 11)<br />
New Recruits<br />
2002 has seen a record intake of new cadets into <strong>the</strong><br />
Unit. In excess of 100 boys have ‘signed up’. As you<br />
would expect <strong>the</strong> majority of <strong>the</strong>se are in Year 8,<br />
however it has been pleasing to have a number of older<br />
boys renew <strong>the</strong>ir association with <strong>the</strong> Cadet Unit. In<br />
addition, a few new boys to <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> have joined in<br />
more senior years.<br />
Our new recruits have all been ‘kitted out’ with <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
uniforms and field equipment. This has been achieved<br />
through two dedicated weekend issue days - one in<br />
December and <strong>the</strong> o<strong>the</strong>r in February. <strong>The</strong>re remain only<br />
a few boys with a few items requiring issue. This is a<br />
marvellous effort <strong>by</strong> our Quartermaster <strong>St</strong>aff and<br />
Officers of Cadets, namely Lt Paul Tame, Captain David<br />
Clancy (Past Parent) and Captain Anthony Chandler<br />
(Past Parent) – with able assistance from a band of<br />
dedicated senior cadets.<br />
This bulk approach to kitting out <strong>the</strong> new cadets has<br />
produced enormous benefit <strong>by</strong> freeing up our valuable<br />
Friday Parade times for lessons on <strong>the</strong> various skills and<br />
knowledge needed prior to deployment into <strong>the</strong> field on<br />
Annual Camp. It is vital that our younger members gain<br />
an insight into what is expected of <strong>the</strong>m in <strong>the</strong> field prior<br />
to <strong>the</strong> Units deployment on Camp.<br />
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Annual Camp<br />
All <strong>St</strong>aff and <strong>St</strong>udents associated with <strong>the</strong> <strong>St</strong><br />
<strong>Aloysius</strong>’ <strong>College</strong> Cadet Unit have had to ‘hit <strong>the</strong><br />
ground running’ this year. In a departure from<br />
previous years <strong>the</strong> Annual Camp has been moved to Week<br />
Six of Term One, whereas in previous years it has been in<br />
<strong>the</strong> last week of Term One. All is going well however, with<br />
preparations for Camp now well advanced.<br />
Preparation for <strong>the</strong> Camp has been greatly assisted <strong>by</strong><br />
<strong>the</strong> (ever growing) loyal bunch of parents that meet several<br />
times prior to going on <strong>the</strong> Camp in order to plan and<br />
<strong>the</strong>n execute <strong>the</strong> mammoth task of feeding <strong>the</strong> 270+<br />
Camp participants. This is an enormous logistical<br />
undertaking, which has been fur<strong>the</strong>r complicated <strong>by</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
need to pre-pack ration packs for <strong>the</strong> cadets. <strong>The</strong>se ration<br />
packs allow <strong>the</strong> cadets to operate in <strong>the</strong> field without<br />
having to return to a central location for meals. This<br />
enables <strong>the</strong> cadets to operate independently and hence<br />
develop <strong>the</strong>ir leadership and team skills.<br />
This years’ Camp promises to be a great experience for<br />
all those involved. Again, in a departure from past years,<br />
we are heading into new territory. <strong>The</strong> Camp will be held<br />
on <strong>St</strong>ate Forest land in <strong>the</strong> Moss Vale region of <strong>the</strong><br />
Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Highlands. <strong>The</strong> format of <strong>the</strong> Camp will be very<br />
different to previous years as well. <strong>The</strong> central three days<br />
of <strong>the</strong> Camp will see <strong>the</strong> three Companies operate quite<br />
independently within a well-developed Exercise Scenario.<br />
Each Company will be given specific objectives to achieve.<br />
Through application of knowledge, skills and leadership of<br />
cadets in <strong>the</strong>ir charge our more senior cadets will be vital<br />
participants, ensuring that newer members of <strong>the</strong> Unit<br />
develop and test <strong>the</strong>ir bushcraft skills.<br />
<strong>The</strong> new structure of <strong>the</strong> Unit (ie: three companies<br />
each of which is a vertical cross section of <strong>the</strong> Cadet Unit)<br />
will be exercised during <strong>the</strong> Camp. <strong>The</strong> basic idea is that<br />
Cadets who have been in <strong>the</strong> Unit for more than one year<br />
will be charged with responsibility at a level appropriate to<br />
<strong>the</strong>ir training. Within this environment <strong>the</strong> new recruits<br />
will, hopefully, gain maximum exposure to <strong>the</strong> experience<br />
of our senior boys. As a secondary aim we will be<br />
encouraging our cadets to learn to operate as a cohesive<br />
unit, be it at section, platoon or company level.<br />
Friday Parades<br />
To date two Friday parades have been held. On both<br />
occasions we have concentrated on preparing <strong>the</strong><br />
boys for <strong>the</strong>ir ‘bush camp’ coming up in March.<br />
A particularly pleasing aspect of <strong>the</strong>se Parades has<br />
been <strong>the</strong> shift in emphasis onto our senior cadets as<br />
instructors. <strong>The</strong> senior boys are gaining valuable<br />
experience in teaching group sizes of 20 or more – a<br />
challenge of <strong>the</strong> highest order! To <strong>the</strong>ir credit <strong>the</strong> lessons<br />
have been of a high calibre and have been well received <strong>by</strong><br />
<strong>the</strong> students.<br />
<strong>St</strong>aff Involvement and Our ‘Young’ Old<br />
Boys Return<br />
Of particular note has been <strong>the</strong> increase in interest<br />
in <strong>the</strong> Cadet Unit amongst <strong>College</strong> <strong>St</strong>aff and<br />
recent <strong>College</strong> students.<br />
Mr Frank Clarke (RE Department) has taken up <strong>the</strong><br />
challenge to undergo <strong>the</strong> process of selection and training<br />
to become an Officer of Cadets. Mr Clarke is now well<br />
progressed in this endeavour. We hope to see his Cadet<br />
Commission taking effect <strong>by</strong> <strong>the</strong> end of Term One.<br />
Similarly we have a ‘swag’ of recent <strong>College</strong> graduates<br />
who have entered into <strong>the</strong> Officer of Cadet selection and<br />
qualification process. This augurs well for <strong>the</strong> future<br />
leadership of <strong>the</strong> Unit.<br />
Enhancement of SACCU<br />
Communications Capability<br />
SACCU has recently had its communications<br />
capability significantly enhanced. Due to a most<br />
generous donation <strong>by</strong> Mr Roger Ellis (fa<strong>the</strong>r of<br />
Sergeant Tim Ellis, Year 11 and Robert Ellis Year 10) <strong>the</strong><br />
Unit has been able to purchase six new handheld UHF<br />
radio units. <strong>The</strong>se units are state-of-<strong>the</strong>-art and have<br />
technical capabilities far in excess of <strong>the</strong> radios currently in<br />
our inventory.<br />
Roger Ellis presents one of <strong>the</strong> six new radios he purchased<br />
for <strong>the</strong> Cadet Unit to Lt. Col. Laurie Newton<br />
<strong>The</strong> new radios were handed over <strong>by</strong> Roger Ellis at a<br />
recent meeting of <strong>the</strong> Cadet Unit Parent Support Group.<br />
In planning Cadet activities <strong>the</strong>re is an increasing<br />
emphasis on ensuring safety/risk minimisation for our<br />
cadets while still maintaining <strong>the</strong> challenge of undertaking<br />
adventurous activities. <strong>The</strong> new radios will provide us with<br />
far more reliable communication – hence enabling <strong>the</strong><br />
Unit to conduct activities in terrain which would not have<br />
been possible previously.<br />
Lieutenant Colonel Laurie Newton<br />
Commanding Officer, <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>’ <strong>College</strong> Cadet Unit<br />
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Constitutional Convention<br />
NSW Schools Constitutional<br />
Convention<br />
Russell McGoldrick (Year 12) was selected <strong>by</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
History Department at <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> to have his<br />
name included in <strong>the</strong> draw for students to be<br />
considered to take part in <strong>the</strong> NSW Constitutional<br />
Convention. Russell was fortunate enough to have been<br />
selected to represent <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> and <strong>the</strong> <strong>St</strong>ate. Following<br />
Russell’s participation in this event he filed <strong>the</strong> following<br />
report.<br />
Of <strong>the</strong> 251 Year Twelve students that applied from<br />
across New South Wales, <strong>the</strong> 60 accepted applicants filed<br />
into Parliament House at 8:30am on Monday, 4 March.<br />
We were a varying lot, with representatives from schools as<br />
far afield as Tumut and Casino flown in for <strong>the</strong> day.<br />
Having received our kits containing copies of <strong>the</strong><br />
constitution, and <strong>the</strong> issues papers for <strong>the</strong> day, we went<br />
into <strong>the</strong> Legislative Council chamber to have <strong>the</strong><br />
Convention officially opened <strong>by</strong> Hon Dr Meredith<br />
Bergman MLC, President of <strong>the</strong> Legislative Council, and<br />
to hear <strong>the</strong> two keynote speakers of <strong>the</strong> day talking about<br />
<strong>the</strong> two issues that were up for debate – Should Australia<br />
have a Bill of Rights recognised in <strong>the</strong> Constitution? and<br />
Should Australia have a change to a republic?<br />
We were welcomed <strong>by</strong> Hon Dr Bergman MLC and<br />
<strong>the</strong> two Chairpersons who had attended <strong>the</strong> Convention<br />
last year. Justice Marcus Einfeld made a speech about<br />
human rights in Australia. It was a real eye-opener,<br />
finding out about <strong>the</strong> human rights abuses that were going<br />
on in <strong>the</strong> world, and although myself and <strong>the</strong> student from<br />
Tumut did not agree with all he said, everyone, who<br />
attended <strong>the</strong> Convention, ourselves included, commented<br />
on how is was a speech that touched <strong>the</strong> heart, and made<br />
<strong>the</strong> hour he spoke for seem much quicker than it really<br />
was.<br />
<strong>The</strong> speech came as something of a surprise for me, I<br />
was expecting it to be about <strong>the</strong> ramifications of a Bill of<br />
Rights in <strong>the</strong> constitution (as stated <strong>by</strong> <strong>the</strong> topic), but it<br />
was more about <strong>the</strong> protection that a Bill of Rights would<br />
bring, and how it would be able to turn Australia into a<br />
world leader in Human Rights.<br />
Prof Elaine Thompson, an associate professor of<br />
Politics made a speech about her thoughts on an<br />
Australian Republic. She spoke about her own republican<br />
feelings, and spoke about <strong>the</strong> feelings of <strong>the</strong> Australian<br />
society. She stated that <strong>the</strong>re were approximately 15% of<br />
<strong>the</strong> population who were devout monarchists, and that <strong>the</strong><br />
rest of <strong>the</strong> population were republicans or did not have<br />
much interest in <strong>the</strong> issue.<br />
After recess, we were split up into our four groups, and<br />
went to our respective rooms to debate <strong>the</strong> issues. On <strong>the</strong><br />
Bill of Rights issue, my group (Green), decided to amend<br />
and simplify <strong>the</strong> constitution to include basic, nondiscriminatory<br />
rights, and have a fur<strong>the</strong>r legislative Bill of<br />
Rights to deal with more complex issues that would only<br />
be able to be changed with <strong>the</strong> times <strong>by</strong> a 2/3 majority of<br />
both houses of parliament in a secret ballot. Although this<br />
may seem relatively simple, when you have fifteen 17-18<br />
year olds debating it, coming from all walks of life and all<br />
political persuasions, it took us 45 minutes all up to thrash<br />
out that agreement.<br />
This left us with approximately 15 minutes left to<br />
debate <strong>the</strong> republic. In <strong>the</strong> end, we decided that we should<br />
not become a republic in <strong>the</strong> present circumstances, but<br />
that it was inevitable that we would be one eventually. We<br />
decided that <strong>the</strong> President should have <strong>the</strong> same powers as<br />
<strong>the</strong> combined powers of <strong>the</strong> Queen and <strong>the</strong> Governor-<br />
General at <strong>the</strong> moment, and <strong>the</strong> method for election<br />
would be direct election of a council to make<br />
recommendations to Parliament, and a 2/3 majority in<br />
both houses of Parliament to choose a president from <strong>the</strong><br />
list of nominations.<br />
After lunch, we voted on <strong>the</strong> delegates that would go<br />
to represent New South Wales at <strong>the</strong> National Convention<br />
in Canberra. <strong>The</strong>se delegates would have <strong>the</strong> opportunity<br />
to meet <strong>the</strong> Prime Minister, <strong>the</strong> Governor-General, and<br />
various politicians and community and social leaders. I was<br />
fortunate enough to be chosen as a delegate, and I am<br />
looking forward to representing my <strong>St</strong>ate at <strong>the</strong><br />
Convention on 20 – 22 March 2002.<br />
After voting on <strong>the</strong> delegates, we entered <strong>the</strong><br />
Legislative Assembly chamber, where we were fortunate<br />
enough to speak to <strong>the</strong> Foreign Minister of Canada, and<br />
for <strong>the</strong> Speaker, Hon John Murray MP to speak to us<br />
about <strong>the</strong> role of <strong>the</strong> Speaker in <strong>the</strong> House. We <strong>the</strong>n had<br />
soapbox, which is where delegates could speak for one<br />
minute on a topic of <strong>the</strong>ir choice. This was followed <strong>by</strong> a<br />
general vote on <strong>the</strong> propositions, with <strong>the</strong> end result being<br />
54-6 in favour of a Bill of Rights, and 57-3 in favour of<br />
a republic.<br />
I would like to thank both <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong> <strong>College</strong>, and <strong>the</strong><br />
Parliamentary Education office for giving me <strong>the</strong><br />
opportunity to represent my school and my <strong>St</strong>ate at this<br />
Convention.<br />
Russell McGoldrick<br />
Year 12<br />
P & F Card Day<br />
Thursday 13th June 2002<br />
$25 – including morning tea<br />
and a champagne lunch<br />
Enquiries: Jenny Monckton 9949 1785<br />
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Jesuit Cricket Week<br />
During <strong>the</strong> last week of <strong>the</strong> school holidays <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Aloysius</strong><br />
took part in <strong>the</strong> annual Jesuit Cricket Week, which<br />
this year was hosted <strong>by</strong> <strong>St</strong>. Ignatius <strong>College</strong>,<br />
Riverview. <strong>The</strong> participating schools for <strong>the</strong> Jesuit week are <strong>St</strong>.<br />
<strong>Aloysius</strong>, <strong>St</strong>. Ignatius Athlestone, (Adelaide), <strong>St</strong>. Ignatius<br />
Riverview and Xavier <strong>College</strong>, Melbourne.<br />
1st XI members waiting to bat<br />
David Coburn (Year 12), Captain of <strong>the</strong> 1st XI, in action<br />
against Xavier <strong>College</strong><br />
<strong>The</strong> week proved to be a successful one for <strong>the</strong> <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>’<br />
team. <strong>The</strong> new format introduced this year saw each team play<br />
three one day games in a round robin, with <strong>the</strong> top 2 teams<br />
going through to play a 2 day final, and <strong>the</strong> remaining 2 to play<br />
a "consolation" 2 day game.<br />
Our first match was against <strong>the</strong> fancied Riverview side,<br />
which had previously been unbeaten during <strong>the</strong> season.<br />
Batting first we could only manage 94 runs before being<br />
bowled out in <strong>the</strong> 30th over. Andrew Hurley (Year 11) top<br />
scored with a swashbuckling 34 from 31 deliveries.<br />
Riverview passed our total for <strong>the</strong> loss of 6 wickets, so all<br />
in all it was a disappointing start to <strong>the</strong> week.<br />
Our next game was against <strong>St</strong>. Ignatius Adelaide. Winning<br />
<strong>the</strong> toss and batting <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> amassed 242 runs. Openers<br />
Peter Fitzgerald (Year 12) (70) and Mark O’Reilly (Year 10)<br />
(31) laid <strong>the</strong> foundations for our solid total. Paul O’Byrne<br />
(Year 11) (55no) played perhaps <strong>the</strong> best innings of <strong>the</strong> week,<br />
and Captain Dave Coburn (Year 12) made a 21 run<br />
contribution.<br />
<strong>St</strong> Ignatius Athlestone could only manage 160 runs in<br />
reply, with Andrew Hurley (Year 11) (3 for 16) being <strong>the</strong> pick<br />
of <strong>the</strong> bowlers.<br />
Day 3 saw us up against <strong>the</strong> only undefeated team, Xavier<br />
<strong>College</strong>. Xavier had easily accounted for <strong>St</strong> Ignatius’ <strong>College</strong>,<br />
Riverview and <strong>St</strong> Ignatius’ <strong>College</strong>, Athlestone in <strong>the</strong> previous<br />
2 games.<br />
Xavier won <strong>the</strong> toss and batted under overcast conditions.<br />
For those fortunate enough to be at <strong>the</strong> ground, <strong>the</strong> first 40<br />
minutes saw one of <strong>the</strong> best spells of opening bowling <strong>by</strong> a<br />
schoolboy witnessed in some time. David Coburn (Year 12),<br />
bowling left arm over <strong>the</strong> wicket, bowled with pace, swing and<br />
seam, to have Xavier 4 for 1 at one stage. Ian Skinner (Year 10)<br />
ably supported David, and at 5 for 29, Xavier was both in<br />
shock and real trouble.<br />
Two good partnerships saw Xavier rally to make 187,<br />
however David Coburn (Year 12) took <strong>the</strong> honours with 5 for<br />
22 from his 10 overs.<br />
Our innings began well with solid opening and first wicket<br />
partnerships, and at 3 for 104 <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>’ seemed to be in<br />
control. Peter Fitzgerald (Year 12) followed up his 70 with a<br />
fine 55. Ian Skinner (Year 10) hit an important 32 runs, and<br />
his partnership of 50 with Chris McKenzie (Year 12) (17) was<br />
<strong>the</strong> most important of <strong>the</strong> match as <strong>the</strong> Xavier bowlers bowled<br />
a superb line and length.<br />
In a tense situation at 5 for 152, Tom Borger (Year 11) was<br />
sent out with instructions to relive <strong>the</strong> tension <strong>by</strong> going<br />
after <strong>the</strong> bowlers. Tom hit his first delivery for 6, and 12<br />
balls and 25 runs later; Xavier’s backs had been well and<br />
truly broken. We passed Xavier in <strong>the</strong> 44th over for <strong>the</strong> loss<br />
of 6 wickets. Our first win against Xavier since 1990 was an<br />
excellent achievement, but unfortunately not enough to<br />
guarantee a place in <strong>the</strong> final. As three teams had ended up<br />
with 2 wins, <strong>the</strong> finalists were decided <strong>by</strong> net run rate.<br />
Whilst <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong> had <strong>the</strong> best run rate for, we had <strong>the</strong><br />
highest run rate against, so Xavier’s net rate was superior <strong>by</strong><br />
just .15 of a run. A disappointing result for us, as Xavier went<br />
on to win <strong>the</strong> championship against Riverview in a close<br />
fought final.<br />
Unfortunately rain prevented any play in <strong>the</strong> consolation<br />
final against <strong>St</strong> Ignatius’ <strong>College</strong>, Athlestone.<br />
At <strong>the</strong> end of <strong>the</strong> carnival, an Australian Jesuit Cricket<br />
team was announced. David Coburn (Year 12), Ian Skinner<br />
(Year 10) and Peter Fitzgerald (Year 12) were all selected.<br />
David had <strong>the</strong> honour of being named Captain, and our First<br />
XI Coach, Mr Michael Rogan, was named as coach of<br />
<strong>the</strong> side.<br />
All in all <strong>the</strong> week had been a tremendous success. Our<br />
thanks go to <strong>the</strong> parents of our players for <strong>the</strong>ir generosity in<br />
hosting and billeting <strong>the</strong> <strong>St</strong> Ignatius’ <strong>College</strong>, Athlestone boys,<br />
and for helping throughout <strong>the</strong> week. Also thanks go to <strong>St</strong><br />
Ignatius’ <strong>College</strong>, Riverview, and Mr Andrew Szabo, MIC of<br />
Cricket at <strong>St</strong> Ignatius <strong>College</strong>, Riverview, for organising and<br />
hosting <strong>the</strong> carnival.<br />
Mr Greg McKenzie<br />
Manager of <strong>the</strong> 1st XI<br />
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Languages<br />
French Tour<br />
Eighteen <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong> francophones were met <strong>by</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
French families at <strong>the</strong> Gare T.G.V d’Avignon late morning<br />
after a 2 1 /2 hour comfortable journey from <strong>the</strong> Gare de<br />
Lyon, Paris.<br />
On arrival our French ‘mo<strong>the</strong>rs’ smo<strong>the</strong>red us with kisses, 3 in<br />
fact, in <strong>the</strong> Provençal way. After <strong>the</strong> French students visited us two<br />
months earlier, all <strong>the</strong> students were pleased to see each o<strong>the</strong>r again<br />
and we quickly made our way to <strong>the</strong> Renaults, Citroëns and Peugeots<br />
waiting to take us to our respective homes.<br />
My home was located 10 minutes <strong>by</strong> car from <strong>the</strong> old city walls<br />
of Avignon. My "mo<strong>the</strong>r" drove us daily to <strong>the</strong> walls where we<br />
walked through <strong>the</strong> narrow back streets and alleyways to le Lycée<br />
<strong>St</strong> Joseph.<br />
<strong>The</strong> French Tour Group at La Maison Carrée, Nîmes<br />
(a Roman ruin in <strong>the</strong> centre of <strong>the</strong> town of Nîmes)<br />
Le Lycée <strong>St</strong> Joseph was founded in 1565 <strong>by</strong> <strong>the</strong> Jesuits. Today<br />
it is a co-educational, secondary, day and boarding school with 940<br />
students. Although it is a Catholic school, no religious instruction<br />
is given, prayers are not said and <strong>the</strong>re are no Jesuits at <strong>the</strong> school.<br />
Like most French students, those at le Lycée <strong>St</strong> Joseph do not wear<br />
a school uniform. Discipline is strict, teachers are respected and<br />
<strong>the</strong>re are no Detentions! However if homework is not completed<br />
<strong>the</strong> school will fail you in that subject and according to <strong>the</strong> French<br />
Education system you will have to repeat <strong>the</strong> year in ano<strong>the</strong>r<br />
school. <strong>The</strong> school also has a surveillant (supervisor of discipline)<br />
who has <strong>the</strong> power to expel or suspend.<br />
Attending classes proved interesting. <strong>The</strong>y were of one-hour<br />
duration, with students concentrating and mechanically writing<br />
down all that was said. <strong>The</strong> environment is sterile with blackboards<br />
and old-fashioned desks in use. <strong>St</strong>udents do not interact with each<br />
o<strong>the</strong>r or even much with <strong>the</strong>ir teacher. Subjects such as: Molière,<br />
Classicisme and <strong>the</strong> ‘Latin subjunctive tense’ were <strong>the</strong> main topic<br />
amongst <strong>the</strong> French students. Being a co-educational school, well,<br />
let’s just say, our minds were not necessarily focused on <strong>the</strong><br />
curriculum.<br />
We were also quite enthusiastic when <strong>the</strong> opportunity came<br />
around to share a PE lesson with 60 Year 10 girls!<br />
Of course every Frenchman’s mind quickly turns to food. Le<br />
foyer, (<strong>the</strong> canteen) and our official base in le lycée <strong>St</strong> Joseph<br />
comprised of a lady selling pain au chocolat (Chocolate croissant)<br />
and pissaladière (<strong>the</strong> local style of pizza) and a Hot Chocolate<br />
vending machine that was regularly running out of cocoa, at least<br />
while we were <strong>the</strong>re!<br />
While at <strong>the</strong> lycée, despite Mrs Downes advice ‘that we are here<br />
to learn French language and culture…, not here to change <strong>the</strong><br />
French!’ we at least managed to teach <strong>the</strong> French students how to<br />
play cricket. ‘Roos - 1 Froggies - 0. <strong>The</strong>n for a game of au<strong>the</strong>ntic<br />
French soccer. Froggies - 2, ‘Roos - 0<br />
Our accents sometimes raised eyebrows. Although some said it<br />
was because <strong>the</strong> ‘Posh’ accented Parisian French, close to that<br />
taught in Australian schools stood out amongst <strong>the</strong> broader,<br />
Provençal accents of <strong>the</strong> region, it might have been our somewhat<br />
Australianised French. <strong>The</strong> latter of which was taken to a little<br />
more kindly.<br />
We met aunties, uncles, cousins, grandparents and girl and boy<br />
friends and strangers who viewed us with curiosity and<br />
affectionately called us les kangourous.<br />
On <strong>the</strong> weekends our families entertained us with shopping,<br />
visiting <strong>the</strong> Christmas market, ice-skating, Harry Potter (Version<br />
française, of course) excursions to surrounding areas, even as far as<br />
Monte Carlo and attending a soccer match in Marseille. In<br />
Avignon itself, <strong>the</strong> shops are small and specialist but if you travel<br />
to <strong>the</strong> outskirts of town you can shop at Europe’s biggest shopping<br />
mall ‘Auchaun’.<br />
<strong>The</strong> wea<strong>the</strong>r proved a challenge, temperatures ranged from<br />
minus 5°C to 11°C and we had <strong>the</strong> pleasure of experiencing <strong>the</strong><br />
first snowfall in Avignon in 9 years. Our families main concern was<br />
safely navigating <strong>the</strong> roads and indeed some students could not<br />
attend school that day. Of course we took full advantage of <strong>the</strong><br />
situation <strong>by</strong> pelting Rev Fr Radvan SJ with snowballs.<br />
After a wonderful 2 week homestay, it was time to bid Au<br />
revoir to our host families and head back to Paris knowing that our<br />
French had improved, we would be home soon and that we have<br />
loving second families on <strong>the</strong> o<strong>the</strong>r side of <strong>the</strong> world.<br />
On behalf of <strong>the</strong> students who took part in <strong>the</strong> Tour I would<br />
like to thank Mrs Karen Downes, Head of Languages, and Rev Fr<br />
Iain Radvan SJ for looking after us so well on <strong>the</strong> Tour. We would<br />
also like to thank our parents and <strong>the</strong> sponsors of <strong>the</strong> Tour for<br />
making <strong>the</strong> Tour such a great success.<br />
James Dixon<br />
Year 10<br />
<strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>’ <strong>College</strong> French Trip 2001<br />
On November 30 2001 our adventure began. We were a<br />
group of eighteen students and two teachers. We packed<br />
our bags and said farewell to our families for three weeks<br />
and embarked upon <strong>the</strong> tour of a lifetime.<br />
Despite <strong>the</strong> last minute problems, Reverend Fa<strong>the</strong>r Radvan SJ<br />
losing track of time in <strong>the</strong> cafeteria at <strong>the</strong> airport, while <strong>the</strong> rest of<br />
<strong>the</strong> group started to go through immigration clearance, we finally<br />
squeezed ourselves into our seats aboard our Lauda Airlines flight<br />
and into <strong>the</strong> night we flew. We were all fascinated with <strong>the</strong> screens,<br />
which showed us taking off and landing. We always seemed to land<br />
at an angle on <strong>the</strong> runways and never head on.<br />
We arrived in Paris at some dreadful hour in <strong>the</strong> morning, very<br />
tired and stiff, and were met <strong>by</strong> our contact, Elizabeth. Arriving at<br />
<strong>the</strong> hotel we left our luggage as we went off to hunt for food. <strong>The</strong><br />
local crépérie did a roaring trade. We walked several blocks and<br />
<strong>the</strong>n caught our first Métro to Île de la Cité. We wandered around<br />
Notre Dame, took <strong>the</strong> obligatory group photo and walked up to<br />
Place de la Concorde via le Jardin des Tuileries where we had a very<br />
expensive afternoon tea. By this time eyelids were starting to droop<br />
and complaints about sore feet and feeling tired began to come from<br />
our weary boys. Onto <strong>the</strong> Metro we got, and home we went.<br />
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<strong>The</strong> next two days were packed with a tour of <strong>the</strong> Châteaux of<br />
<strong>the</strong> Loire Valley, a bus tour of Paris, a trip up <strong>the</strong> Eiffel Tower and<br />
a reception at <strong>the</strong> Australian Embassy, dinner just off <strong>the</strong> Champs<br />
Elysée and an excursion to Versailles.<br />
Versailles was impressive despite <strong>the</strong> wintry aspect to <strong>the</strong><br />
gardens, however <strong>the</strong> thing that caused <strong>the</strong> greatest excitement was<br />
<strong>the</strong> news that <strong>the</strong> staff of Versailles had decided to go on strike.<br />
Finally we were let in and were rushed through <strong>by</strong> our Guide<br />
Elizabeth. We were dropped off at <strong>the</strong> Moulin Rouge, which<br />
produced comments of disappointment and ‘I told you so’ from<br />
Madame Downes and <strong>the</strong>n we walked to Sacré Coeur and up <strong>the</strong><br />
338 steps to <strong>the</strong> dome. We met a young Nun in a real habit who<br />
invited us into her office for a chat that lasted 40 minutes. She was<br />
quite amazing and held our boys spellbound. We <strong>the</strong>n did <strong>the</strong><br />
obligatory Arc De Triomphe and watched Parisians risk life, limb<br />
and <strong>the</strong>ir no-claims bonus as <strong>the</strong>y endeavoured to tackle <strong>the</strong> traffic<br />
on <strong>the</strong> 12-road roundabout.<br />
Our short stay in Paris over, <strong>the</strong> next part of our trip took us to<br />
<strong>the</strong> Provençal town of Avignon, to our home stay with families<br />
from Lycée <strong>St</strong> Joseph. To catch our TGV at <strong>the</strong> Gare De Lyon in<br />
Paris, we fought our way through three Metro changes during <strong>the</strong><br />
morning peak period with suitcases and backpacks. Three hours<br />
later we were standing on <strong>the</strong> platform in Avignon surrounded <strong>by</strong><br />
suitcases and French mo<strong>the</strong>rs kissing everyone. We did manage to<br />
unload two suitcases that weren’t ours and this was only discovered<br />
as <strong>the</strong> TGV slipped gently out of <strong>the</strong> station. We reported <strong>the</strong><br />
mistake quickly and <strong>the</strong> SNCF organised <strong>the</strong> reunion of suitcases<br />
and owners.<br />
<strong>The</strong> next two weeks were packed with excursions and<br />
activities. We spent <strong>the</strong> first day wandering around <strong>the</strong> magnificent<br />
Palais des Papes and Pont <strong>St</strong> Bénézet. On <strong>the</strong> weekends <strong>the</strong> boys<br />
and teachers were spoilt with <strong>the</strong> lavish attention of <strong>the</strong>ir host<br />
families.<br />
O<strong>the</strong>r days included a tour of <strong>the</strong> villages de Provence, Uzès,<br />
Pont du Gard and Nîmes. <strong>The</strong> classic quote comes from a Year 9<br />
student who asking about <strong>the</strong> Pont du Gard, asked what is was for<br />
and how old it was. Having received <strong>the</strong> answer that it was a 2000-<br />
year-old Roman aqueduct, he asked ‘ do <strong>the</strong>y still use it as an<br />
aqueduct?’ When <strong>the</strong> answer was no, he replied, ‘why don’t <strong>the</strong>y<br />
pull it down, it is so old and is no use anymore?’ What comment<br />
could we make in response to such logic?<br />
We were very impressed with our boys and how <strong>the</strong>y wanted<br />
to attend classes at <strong>the</strong> Lycée every day. What was more impressive<br />
was <strong>the</strong> fact that classes in a typical private Lycée, years 10-12 are<br />
taught to silent students, in a very teacher centred environment.<br />
Two-hour lessons of advanced physics and two-hour lessons of<br />
philosophy were tolerated <strong>by</strong> our boys. <strong>The</strong> two-hour PE lesson<br />
<strong>the</strong>y had, we could appreciate <strong>the</strong>m wanting to attend, but two<br />
hours of sitting in silence, listening to <strong>the</strong> great thoughts of <strong>the</strong><br />
French philosophers, in fluent French, made us wonder what <strong>the</strong><br />
attraction was for such dry lessons. We think it may have had<br />
something to do with <strong>the</strong> fact that <strong>the</strong> school was co-educational.<br />
We visited Marseille and had a short ferry trip into <strong>the</strong> surf less<br />
Mediterranean Sea. Finally our stay in Avignon came to an end.<br />
We said our good<strong>by</strong>es to forlorn French students and weeping<br />
mo<strong>the</strong>rs, who were still kissing everyone! We travelled back to<br />
Paris in a double decker TGV train with some interesting<br />
companions in <strong>the</strong> same carriage.<br />
On our last day in Paris we visited <strong>the</strong> Catacombes, <strong>the</strong> Louvre<br />
and had a slap-up lunch overlooking <strong>the</strong> River Seine. Our last<br />
evening was memorable in that a group of German students,<br />
abandoned <strong>by</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir teachers, insisted upon making an enormous<br />
<strong>The</strong> boys enjoying <strong>the</strong> view of <strong>the</strong> Pont du Gard (<strong>the</strong> Roman<br />
aquaduct) near Nîmes in sou<strong>the</strong>rn France<br />
amount of noise until <strong>the</strong> early hours of <strong>the</strong> morning, which didn’t<br />
impress our students as <strong>the</strong>y had to get up at 4 am <strong>the</strong> next day to<br />
leave for Australia.<br />
Everyone had a marvellous time. We have wonderful<br />
memories of <strong>the</strong> trip and our boys were excellent ambassadors for<br />
<strong>the</strong>ir families, <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>’ <strong>College</strong> and Australia.<br />
Karen Downes<br />
Reverend Fa<strong>the</strong>r Iain Radvan SJ<br />
Head of Languages<br />
Chaplain<br />
Leap into Language<br />
<strong>The</strong> Young Australia Drama Workshop Company came to<br />
school to entertain our boys in Years 9 and 10 with <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
drama activities in French. Due to <strong>the</strong> number of students,<br />
we had two sessions, a group of Year 9 boys only and a mixed group<br />
of Year 9 and 10 boys. <strong>The</strong> activities started off simply, with<br />
listening games such as Jacques a dit (Simon says) and a quiz and<br />
lead into more sophisticated <strong>the</strong>atre sports activities, culminating<br />
in a short skit with props and clothing.<br />
<strong>The</strong> students got involved very quickly, and <strong>the</strong> French started<br />
to flow. <strong>The</strong>y produced some excellent performances, which were<br />
very funny, and which were conveyed in very good French.<br />
Delivering comedy in <strong>the</strong>ir own language is difficult, but to succeed<br />
in a foreign language is outstanding. Danielle, <strong>the</strong> facilitator and<br />
professional actress, commented on <strong>the</strong> ability of <strong>the</strong> boys’ language<br />
skills and <strong>the</strong>ir confidence at using those skills.<br />
Some of <strong>the</strong> highlights were Daniel Hyde (Year 10) chasing<br />
his group around with an imaginary pineapple in a whodunit,<br />
Michael Gemmell’s (Year 9) dress sense as he strode around in a<br />
hot pink sequined dress, Mat<strong>the</strong>w Mazza (Year 9) floating around<br />
as <strong>the</strong> quizmaster’s assistant, looking more like a wizard in his red<br />
cape than an assistant, <strong>the</strong> fight scenes between Ben Mills (Year 9)<br />
and Brent McCarthy (Year 9), which were very convincing,<br />
Alessandro Perna’s (Year 9) sense of style and his line ‘Oui, non,<br />
Évian’, and Anthony Koorey’s (Year 9) French accent rivalled that<br />
of a real Frenchman.<br />
All <strong>the</strong> boys must be congratulated for <strong>the</strong>ir excellent French<br />
and <strong>the</strong>ir stunning performances.<br />
Mrs Karen Downes<br />
Head of Languages<br />
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New <strong>College</strong> Organ<br />
Excitement is beginning to grow amidst <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong><br />
community, as <strong>the</strong> new chapel organ is due to arrive from<br />
Canada soon. <strong>The</strong> container with its precious cargo<br />
travelling via <strong>the</strong> Panama Canal is expected at <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> in late<br />
March. <strong>The</strong> various components of <strong>the</strong> instrument will <strong>the</strong>n be<br />
unpacked, littering <strong>the</strong> chapel with metal and wooden pipes, <strong>the</strong><br />
wooden casework, bellows, two 58 note keyboards, a 32 note<br />
pedal-board, an electrical blower, lots of intricate wooden parts<br />
of <strong>the</strong> mechanical action plus numerous electrical bits and pieces.<br />
Construction will <strong>the</strong>n begin. Final installation, which includes<br />
tonal balancing and adjustment of <strong>the</strong> voicing of <strong>the</strong> pipes,<br />
should be completed <strong>by</strong> early July.<br />
<strong>The</strong> blessing and<br />
dedication toge<strong>the</strong>r<br />
with a Spring Concert<br />
Series featuring <strong>the</strong><br />
organ alone and with<br />
choir and o<strong>the</strong>r<br />
instruments is currently<br />
being planned for early<br />
September. Please keep<br />
Sunday afternoon<br />
September 1 free in your<br />
diary.<br />
Our new organ was<br />
built <strong>by</strong> Orgues<br />
Letourneau of Saint-<br />
<strong>The</strong> new Chapel Organ in its<br />
former home, <strong>the</strong> Basilica of<br />
<strong>St</strong> Joseph in Edmonton, Canada<br />
Hyacin<strong>the</strong>, Quebec, and<br />
was <strong>the</strong> 22nd organ<br />
built <strong>by</strong> that firm.<br />
O<strong>the</strong>r instruments, <strong>by</strong><br />
Letourneau, to be found<br />
in New South Wales<br />
include <strong>St</strong> Alban’s<br />
Anglican Church,<br />
Epping, SCEGGS Darlinghurst, a private residence in<br />
Turramurra, <strong>St</strong> Mat<strong>the</strong>w’s Anglican Church, Albury, <strong>St</strong><br />
Andrew’s Ca<strong>the</strong>dral and <strong>St</strong> Mary’s Ca<strong>the</strong>dral, Sydney. This firm<br />
boasts one of <strong>the</strong> best-equipped factories in North America with<br />
state-of-<strong>the</strong>-art machinery making possible many multi-skilled<br />
operations necessary for large-scaled designs, construction and<br />
assembly.<br />
<strong>The</strong> new instrument for <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>’ <strong>College</strong> chapel was<br />
originally built <strong>by</strong> Letourneau in 1989 and installed in <strong>St</strong> Joseph’s<br />
Ca<strong>the</strong>dral Basilica, Edmonton, Alberta, as <strong>the</strong>ir second organ<br />
designed to accompany <strong>the</strong> choir in <strong>the</strong> sanctuary. It became<br />
redundant due to <strong>the</strong> major remodelling and refurbishment of<br />
<strong>the</strong> Ca<strong>the</strong>dral, which is currently being undertaken. <strong>The</strong> new<br />
organ is visually quite impressive and imposing, standing 9.6<br />
metres high - with its splendid case of North American oak and<br />
shiny façade pipes of 70% polished tin.<br />
<strong>The</strong> original organ in our chapel, built <strong>by</strong> J. P. Eagles of<br />
Sydney in 1969, boasts a mere 320 pipes. <strong>The</strong> Letourneau organ,<br />
being a larger and much more complete musical instrument, has<br />
1,366 pipes. It <strong>the</strong>refore has <strong>the</strong> capacity for many different tonal<br />
colours and a much greater dynamic range than does <strong>the</strong> former<br />
instrument. It will provide greater animation of liturgical music<br />
and promises to be an instrument on which students can learn,<br />
practice and be examined for HSC organ music examinations.<br />
We all look forward to seeing and hearing this marvellous<br />
addition to our musical and liturgical resources.<br />
Our thanks go to Mrs Jo Lonergan and <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> Council<br />
for <strong>the</strong>ir support in this project. To Reverend Fa<strong>the</strong>r Smith SJ,<br />
<strong>The</strong> <strong>College</strong> Bursar, Mr Laurie Byrne and <strong>the</strong> Director of<br />
Music, Mr Michael Hissey for guiding <strong>the</strong> project to fruition. To<br />
Mr Peter Kneeshaw (principal organist at <strong>St</strong> Mary’s Ca<strong>the</strong>dral)<br />
for acting as our organ consultant in a difficult process of<br />
international negotiation and to Reverend Fa<strong>the</strong>r David Rankin<br />
SJ for inspecting <strong>the</strong> instrument in Edmonton on our behalf.<br />
David Molloy<br />
Music Department<br />
<strong>The</strong> Jazz Combo performing at <strong>The</strong> Basement<br />
<strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>’ <strong>College</strong> Junior Jazz Combo<br />
<strong>The</strong> Summer Jazz Festival<br />
After a lot of rehearsing and hard work on Friday 22<br />
February 2002, <strong>the</strong> <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong> Jazz Combo, conducted<br />
<strong>by</strong> Miss Ruth De Rosa was ready to participate in <strong>the</strong><br />
Summer Jazz Festival at <strong>The</strong> Basement (a popular Jazz Club at<br />
Circular Quay.)<br />
We started <strong>the</strong> weekend on Saturday with workshops <strong>by</strong><br />
Mr Maynard Ferguson and his Big Bop Band. This famous<br />
group from <strong>the</strong> United <strong>St</strong>ates taught us a great deal about<br />
Jazz and certainly inspired us all. A high point of <strong>the</strong> day<br />
was when Mr Ferguson and his band gave us an exclusive show!<br />
We loved it!<br />
On Sunday <strong>the</strong> groups and ensembles who were attending<br />
gave performances before <strong>the</strong> critical ears of <strong>the</strong> visiting<br />
professionals. <strong>The</strong> <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong> group performed first. We<br />
presented two songs, ‘Afro Blue’ and ‘Little Sunflower’. After we<br />
played, a member from Maynard’s band came up and talked<br />
about how we performed and how we can improve our music.<br />
<strong>The</strong>y seemed pretty impressed and said some really encouraging<br />
things to us. <strong>The</strong> rest of <strong>the</strong> day was great, with many superb<br />
bands playing.<br />
On behalf of all <strong>the</strong> boys I would like to thank Miss De Rosa<br />
and all <strong>the</strong> teachers involved for working so hard to make our<br />
band sound fantastic!<br />
I’m sure all <strong>the</strong> boys enjoyed <strong>the</strong> experience and learnt a lot<br />
from it.<br />
Findley Hipkin<br />
Year 8<br />
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Before School Activities<br />
Swimming: Mr <strong>St</strong>eve Badger and Damien Pasfield<br />
It’s 5.30 am and still dark. Boys are dozing in <strong>the</strong> front seats<br />
of cars, towels wrapped around <strong>the</strong>ir necks, <strong>the</strong>ir Speedos<br />
on underneath <strong>the</strong>ir tracksuits. <strong>The</strong> North Sydney Olympic<br />
Pool is already alight and alive, and <strong>the</strong> first trains carry early<br />
commuters to work on <strong>the</strong> Bridge above. Luna Park is merely<br />
dark shadows. Our swimming team, all goggle-eyed plunge like<br />
dolphins into <strong>the</strong> rectangle of blue and commence <strong>the</strong>ir first set<br />
of <strong>the</strong> several kilometres <strong>the</strong>y will each swim this morning.<br />
<strong>The</strong>y are a remarkably friendly and likeable group who have<br />
chosen this sport because <strong>the</strong>y love it despite <strong>the</strong> early rising<br />
and <strong>the</strong> arduousness of <strong>the</strong> training. <strong>The</strong>y all swim evenly and<br />
with grace under <strong>the</strong> tuition of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> Swimming Coach,<br />
Mr <strong>St</strong>eve Badger.<br />
Back at school from its depths comes <strong>the</strong> belting sound of<br />
a ghetto blaster; its pulsing, percussive music urging a group of<br />
over 40 boys through <strong>the</strong>ir routines on a fitness circuit in <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>College</strong> Gym. Mr Ben Gavan, one of <strong>the</strong> PDHPE teachers,<br />
has designed <strong>the</strong> course and is in <strong>the</strong> thick of it with <strong>the</strong> boys<br />
as <strong>the</strong>y climb ropes, pump light weights, jump, do sit-ups, roll<br />
on large inflated balls, run up fifteen flights of stairs. <strong>The</strong> boys<br />
are all ages, sizes and levels of fitness. No one is excluded. In<br />
<strong>the</strong> weights’ room, surrounded <strong>by</strong> mirrors, older boys do <strong>the</strong><br />
heavy stuff. Biceps bulge, pectorals swell, thighs thicken. It is<br />
too glib to dismiss all this as mere vanity. <strong>The</strong>se boys have<br />
discovered <strong>the</strong> sense of well-being and confidence which being<br />
fit bestows. <strong>The</strong>y are relaxed and sociable even at this hour.<br />
Mime, left to right: Mat<strong>the</strong>w Perkes, Jean-Paul Bell<br />
(Famous Australian Mime), Joseph Crews<br />
From <strong>the</strong> heights on <strong>the</strong><br />
fourth and fifth floors come<br />
much more melodic sounds.<br />
Already, a very different<br />
group of boys have ported<br />
<strong>the</strong>ir violins and cellos and<br />
trumpets and saxophones<br />
and trombones and violins<br />
and violas and double bass<br />
up <strong>the</strong> steep 84 steps to <strong>the</strong><br />
music rooms for early<br />
rehearsals. Teachers having<br />
quickly gulped cups of<br />
bracing coffee conduct, hum<br />
tunes and urge <strong>the</strong>ir pupils Music: Angus Ryan- Cello<br />
on. <strong>The</strong> concentration and<br />
focus command reverence.<br />
At 7.45 am tables are being laid in <strong>the</strong> large room off <strong>the</strong><br />
playground with mega-sized bowls, mega-containers of milk<br />
and huge boxes of Nutragrain. Soon <strong>the</strong> swimmers will file in,<br />
<strong>the</strong>ir bleached hair still smelling of chlorine, to quell <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
ravenousness.<br />
Next door, Mr Des Sheehan and Mr Michael Donohoe<br />
(SAC 1967), two lawyer-parents, sit in a circle, <strong>the</strong> Bridge<br />
arcing through <strong>the</strong> windows in front of <strong>the</strong>m leading boys<br />
through <strong>the</strong> rules of our trial system for <strong>the</strong> inter-school Mock<br />
Trial competition. <strong>The</strong>se are <strong>the</strong> intelligentsia, <strong>the</strong> future<br />
advocates and prosecutors in our legal system, <strong>the</strong> would-be<br />
politicians. <strong>The</strong>y have already eaten, no Nutragrain for <strong>the</strong>m.<br />
Anyway, it is not on grain alone that man lives.<br />
In <strong>the</strong> corner of <strong>the</strong><br />
quadrangle boys are<br />
pushing and shoving to<br />
gain access to <strong>the</strong> <strong>St</strong><br />
<strong>Aloysius</strong>’ equivalent of <strong>the</strong><br />
soup kitchen. Here<br />
<strong>St</strong>udent Representative<br />
Council members serve<br />
bread and jam to those<br />
who have left home<br />
without breakfast. This<br />
will see <strong>the</strong>m through to<br />
recess when <strong>the</strong> Canteen<br />
will be open.<br />
Fitness Training: Harry Grace<br />
Finally, Mr John Caillard’s<br />
jogging squad are arriving back from <strong>the</strong>ir run across <strong>the</strong> Bridge<br />
and around <strong>the</strong> Rocks. <strong>The</strong>y have taken in <strong>the</strong> rising sun above<br />
<strong>the</strong> Heads across <strong>the</strong> waters of <strong>the</strong> <strong>Harbour</strong>, been vibrated <strong>by</strong><br />
<strong>the</strong> buses, trucks and cars heading across beside <strong>the</strong>m to <strong>the</strong><br />
metropolis and journeyed around <strong>the</strong> old and relatively quiet<br />
back streets of Walsh Bay. <strong>The</strong> runners are flushed, perspiring<br />
and eager for a shower. <strong>The</strong>y’ll have to be quick. Soon <strong>the</strong> bell<br />
will ring and classes commence. <strong>The</strong>y will join <strong>the</strong> o<strong>the</strong>rs for<br />
six hours of lessons. For all of <strong>the</strong>se boys, though, <strong>the</strong> day’s work<br />
began much earlier. <strong>The</strong>y enter <strong>the</strong> remainder refreshed, relaxed<br />
and feeling good. Mens sana in corpore sano (a healthy mind in a<br />
healthy body).<br />
Mr Robert Schneider (SAC 1958)<br />
Senior School <strong>St</strong>aff<br />
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Micronesian Scholars<br />
Regular readers of <strong>the</strong> Aloysiad will be aware that<br />
each year <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> sends two Year 12 boys on a<br />
twelve month GAP year to <strong>the</strong> United Kingdom<br />
as a part of <strong>the</strong> Grumitt Scholarship. At <strong>the</strong> Conclusion of<br />
his HSC in 2000, John Quilty (SAC 2000) decided that<br />
he wanted to do some sort of community activity prior to<br />
commencing his university studies. John organized a GAP<br />
Year with our bro<strong>the</strong>r Jesuit School, Xavier High School<br />
in Chuuk, Micronesia.<br />
John returned to Australia in late 2001 and was <strong>the</strong><br />
Guest of Honour at <strong>the</strong> first Senior School Assembly of<br />
2002.<br />
John tells his story and <strong>the</strong> impact on his life that<br />
twelve months in Micronesia has had on him.<br />
“In 1999 I suffered a serious accident, which forced me<br />
to take a step back, take some time out and ask myself <strong>the</strong><br />
question, "What I am doing with my life".<br />
After some conversations with a Jesuit who had taken<br />
<strong>the</strong> trouble to come and visit me at home during this time,<br />
<strong>the</strong> question I began asking myself was "What more could<br />
I be doing?"<br />
I knew that all I wanted to do was travel, so <strong>the</strong> most<br />
logical step for me was to find some way of combining<br />
<strong>the</strong>se two ideals.<br />
After fur<strong>the</strong>r inquiries around <strong>the</strong> school it was <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>the</strong>n Deputy Headmaster, Mr Martin Scroope, who<br />
informed me of <strong>the</strong> opportunity I was later to take on.<br />
"John, do you know where Micronesia is?" he asked me.<br />
John Quilty (SAC 2000)<br />
Maybe it was because I dropped Geography in Year 9, but<br />
I certainly didn’t know where Micronesia was! It was for<br />
that reason that I found it most appealing.<br />
I commenced working at Xavier High School on <strong>the</strong><br />
Micronesian Island of Chuuk in January 2001 and now,<br />
after twelve months, I cannot begin to count all <strong>the</strong><br />
reasons why I love it so much living in Chuuk Lagoon<br />
(Chuuk is <strong>the</strong> local and official name of this Micronesian<br />
<strong>St</strong>ate. <strong>The</strong> more popular and publicised name is Truk, a<br />
German adoption of <strong>the</strong> name Chuuk). <strong>The</strong> people, <strong>the</strong><br />
community, <strong>the</strong> experiences and friendships <strong>the</strong>y’ve given<br />
are what I appreciate most. <strong>The</strong> lessons I have learned in<br />
patience and respect, I believe, are now my greatest assets.<br />
<strong>The</strong> faculty I worked with at Xavier comprises Jesuits<br />
from New York, Singapore and Indonesia. <strong>The</strong>re are ten<br />
young volunteers from <strong>The</strong> Philippines, Japan,<br />
Micronesia, America and now myself from Australia. <strong>The</strong><br />
student body is made up of 160 students from all four<br />
Micronesian states as well as <strong>the</strong> Republic of Palau and <strong>the</strong><br />
Marshall and Caroline Islands. It is an extraordinarily<br />
diverse population in which everybody learns from each<br />
o<strong>the</strong>r about how to reason and compromise with respect<br />
for students, staff, cultures and <strong>the</strong> community alike.<br />
At just nineteen years old I’ve been given a lot of<br />
responsibilities and learned even more lessons from <strong>the</strong>se.<br />
<strong>The</strong> larger responsibilities I’ve had since arriving has been<br />
to coach <strong>the</strong> Xavier High School athletics squad, teach a<br />
senior English skills course and start a tutoring<br />
department that assists students with academic contracts<br />
and lower grades.<br />
Along with winning <strong>the</strong> islands Inter-School Athletics<br />
championship, <strong>the</strong> most rewarding experience was to<br />
organize a Summer School program for fifty Year 6 and 7<br />
students from three local elementary schools, whilst<br />
overseeing 7 Xavier students completing 160 hours of<br />
community service. I was never especially talented at<br />
ma<strong>the</strong>matics during my time at <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>’, however I<br />
found myself not only teaching ma<strong>the</strong>matics but also<br />
doing so in a language I’d only been learning for six<br />
months!<br />
Taking students studying Marine Science SCUBA<br />
diving in <strong>the</strong> lagoon through sunken Japanese battleships<br />
from <strong>the</strong> Second World War brings history to life and<br />
helping local farmers on <strong>the</strong>ir Tarot patches on<br />
Community Service Project weekends gives a whole new<br />
perspective to geography.<br />
Since my time in Chuuk commenced I’ve become<br />
excited about spirituality through <strong>the</strong> example of <strong>the</strong><br />
students and o<strong>the</strong>r volunteers working here. Masses are<br />
truly exciting experiences filled with color, creativity and<br />
strong voices.<br />
As well as living on campus, I also have <strong>the</strong><br />
opportunity to live with a sponsor family down <strong>by</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
water in <strong>the</strong> same village (Sapwuk) where Xavier High<br />
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School is located. It is a chance to get a real taste of what<br />
life in Chuuk is really like.<br />
True Chuukese hospitality is seen during <strong>the</strong> tenminute<br />
walk to <strong>the</strong> local fresh water well, where we<br />
shower, when it is not unusual to be invited <strong>by</strong> five<br />
different families to join <strong>the</strong>m for dinner. I surely did<br />
not know how to spear fish at night, catch mangrove<br />
crabs, climb a coconut tree or weave coconut leaves before<br />
I arrived.<br />
During my time at my sponsors, my bro<strong>the</strong>rs have<br />
taught me well enough that I was able to eat well and<br />
support myself on a 4-day "Survivor" challenge. Myself<br />
and two o<strong>the</strong>r American volunteers had on an uninhabited<br />
outer-reef island this summer. We were kind of sad we<br />
were missing "Survivor" because <strong>the</strong>re is no television on<br />
island so we decided to make our own fun.<br />
Richard Clifton-Smith (SAC 2001) and Bosco Wu (SAC 2001)<br />
departing Sydney Airport on <strong>the</strong>ir way to Micronesia<br />
Whereas, on ano<strong>the</strong>r night or during <strong>the</strong> day I can see<br />
some of my friends or relatives inebriated <strong>by</strong> 8:00am<br />
because <strong>the</strong>re is so much unemployment that <strong>the</strong>y’ve given<br />
up looking for jobs and boredom is killing <strong>the</strong>m. <strong>St</strong>oning<br />
vehicles and fighting each o<strong>the</strong>r is ano<strong>the</strong>r evening activity<br />
that comes from <strong>the</strong> frustration of sitting idle most of <strong>the</strong><br />
day as well.<br />
Chuuk has a developing nation status and although a<br />
stunningly beautiful place <strong>the</strong>re are serious economic,<br />
health, educational and infrastructure problems here that<br />
can make it a challenging environment to live in. As<br />
Xavier High School is a Boarding School, it has extremely<br />
high operating costs and school fees are certainly not a<br />
reliable source of income for <strong>the</strong> school ei<strong>the</strong>r.<br />
<strong>The</strong> staff is totally dedicated and works from 8:00am<br />
when morning study begins through until 9:30pm when<br />
evening study ends (that’s when planning begins for <strong>the</strong><br />
next day!). In between we eat toge<strong>the</strong>r, hangout toge<strong>the</strong>r,<br />
play sports in <strong>the</strong> afternoon toge<strong>the</strong>r, listen to problems<br />
as well as sharing our own. It’s a truly unique situation<br />
and one that is so special it cannot be conveyed in this<br />
short article.<br />
<strong>The</strong> work of <strong>the</strong> Jesuits in Chuuk is truly amazing.<br />
<strong>The</strong>y are totally dedicated to <strong>the</strong> people of Chuuk and<br />
Micronesia and particularly <strong>the</strong> students of Xavier High<br />
School.<br />
<strong>The</strong> Jesuits and <strong>the</strong> School staff have very little in <strong>the</strong><br />
way of teaching aides to assist <strong>the</strong>ir education programme.<br />
<strong>The</strong> School has only a few outdated computers to serve<br />
<strong>the</strong> staff and students and even basic supplies like paper<br />
and pens are often in short supply. Many of <strong>the</strong> basics that<br />
most school students in Australia take for granted are seen<br />
as luxuries in Chuuk.<br />
<strong>The</strong> twelve months I spent on <strong>the</strong> island has changed<br />
my life. It has enabled me to focus on what I can offer my<br />
fellow man and where I can use my talents in this world.<br />
I have seen how I can be a ‘Man for O<strong>the</strong>rs’<br />
To <strong>the</strong> people of Chuuk and Xavier High School I say<br />
‘thank you’ for everything you enabled me to become!<br />
Kinamwe”<br />
John Quilty (SAC 2000)<br />
Editors Note: Upon his return to Australia, John enrolled in a<br />
Bachelor of Business majoring in Marketing at Charles <strong>St</strong>urt<br />
University in Bathurst.<br />
Micronesian Scholar Programme<br />
Following <strong>the</strong> success of John Quilty’s time on<br />
Chuuk, <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> formally entered into an<br />
agreement with <strong>the</strong> Headmaster of Xavier High<br />
School to establish a GAP programme between <strong>the</strong> two<br />
schools. <strong>The</strong> <strong>College</strong> Foundation has agreed to fund <strong>the</strong><br />
programme. <strong>The</strong> Foundation sees this type of work as a<br />
great example of our boys being ‘Men for O<strong>the</strong>rs’ and caring<br />
for those people who are less fortunate than ourselves.<br />
<strong>The</strong> Foundation would like to thank Mrs Kathy<br />
Griffiths (Mo<strong>the</strong>r of Mat<strong>the</strong>w in Year 12) and Mr David<br />
Thompson (Fa<strong>the</strong>r of <strong>St</strong>uart and Phil in Year 12 and Wil<br />
in Year 4) for <strong>the</strong>ir assistance in organising <strong>the</strong> travel<br />
arrangements for <strong>the</strong> programme.<br />
Bosco Wu (SAC 2001) and Richard Clifton-Smith<br />
(SAC 2001) are <strong>the</strong> first two boys to take part in this<br />
programme. <strong>The</strong> next edition of <strong>the</strong> Aloysiad will include<br />
a report from Bosco and Richard about <strong>the</strong>ir first few<br />
months in <strong>the</strong> school.<br />
Anyone interested in making a donation to fund <strong>the</strong><br />
Micronesian Scholars Programme or making a gift to<br />
assist <strong>the</strong> work of <strong>the</strong> Society at Xavier High School are<br />
asked to contact <strong>the</strong> Director of Development, Murray<br />
Happ (SAC 1985) on 9929 4692.<br />
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Lent<br />
Lent at <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>’ <strong>College</strong> has traditionally been a<br />
time that we see Project Compassion boxes,<br />
praying, liturgies, sacrifice and many symbols such<br />
as <strong>the</strong> ashes and <strong>the</strong> Cross surface.<br />
This year <strong>the</strong>re has been an attempt to heighten <strong>the</strong><br />
awareness of our students. Ash Wednesday was <strong>the</strong><br />
beginning of Lent. <strong>The</strong> Year 3-8 Mass and <strong>the</strong> Year 9-12<br />
liturgy were both celebrated <strong>by</strong> Rev Fr Smith SJ. Each had<br />
a unique presentation. <strong>The</strong> younger Years presented a<br />
liturgical drama scene that was directed <strong>by</strong> Mr Jed Hogan.<br />
<strong>The</strong> focus of <strong>the</strong> scene was understanding <strong>the</strong> importance<br />
of Ash Wednesday. <strong>The</strong> Senior boys liturgy opened up<br />
with Benjamin Muldoon (Year 12) speaking about what<br />
Lent meant to him.<br />
Both ceremonies had eight boys carrying seven crosses.<br />
<strong>The</strong> last cross was particularly heavy and conveniently<br />
represented Jesus and Simon carrying <strong>the</strong> cross. It will be<br />
<strong>the</strong>se crosses and seven more that will be erected in <strong>the</strong><br />
Senior School gardens as a reminder of <strong>the</strong> ultimate<br />
sacrifice that Jesus made. <strong>The</strong> crosses are made mostly<br />
from native timber that had fallen down as a result of <strong>the</strong><br />
Christmas holiday bushfires. Once again <strong>the</strong> symbol of<br />
ash was recognised.<br />
Rev Fr Radvan SJ challenged <strong>the</strong> staff and students to<br />
find out why <strong>the</strong>y thought God was not talking to <strong>the</strong>m.<br />
This question is often asked <strong>by</strong> students and so Rev Fr<br />
Radvan used this idea to invite a number of students to<br />
prayer sessions every Friday of Lent. Each person is asked<br />
to do a number of reflective activities and will be hopefully<br />
drawn closer to God. I thank him for his thoughtfulness<br />
and thank <strong>the</strong> boys for <strong>the</strong>ir courage in undertaking such<br />
a wonderful journey during Lent.<br />
Mr Antony Sindone, Head of Religious Education,<br />
has also taken a number of wonderful initiatives through<br />
<strong>the</strong> Religious Education classes to help prepare <strong>the</strong><br />
students for Easter. <strong>The</strong> following is an extract written <strong>by</strong><br />
Antony to show what material is used.<br />
"Lent is about giving, not just giving up"<br />
Traditionally, <strong>the</strong> Catholic Church has assisted believers in<br />
<strong>the</strong>ir preparation for Lent <strong>by</strong> recommending Prayer,<br />
fasting and almsgiving.<br />
Prayer:<br />
Prayer can take many diverse forms - limited only <strong>by</strong> our<br />
imagination.<br />
Some of <strong>the</strong> following have been suggested <strong>by</strong> students in<br />
<strong>the</strong> past: Mass, reading <strong>the</strong> Bible/o<strong>the</strong>r spiritual material,<br />
meditation, contemplation, formal or informal prayer, <strong>the</strong><br />
Ignatian awareness examen (page 3 of <strong>College</strong> Diary). His<br />
Eminence, Cardinal Edward Clancy, when asked <strong>by</strong> a<br />
group of young people about prayer suggested 5 minutes a<br />
day was a good starting point. Surely, We can all find five<br />
minutes a day for prayer.<br />
Fasting (Self denial):<br />
<strong>St</strong>udents have often taken <strong>the</strong>se very literally. We are all<br />
familiar with <strong>the</strong> "giving up of lollies" stage. <strong>The</strong> more<br />
self-disciplined and <strong>the</strong>ologically sophisticated among us<br />
extended this to desert in general. Of course, fasting is not<br />
really about denying our selves sweets. <strong>The</strong> need to<br />
eliminate that, which stands between us and God, is as old<br />
as religion itself. <strong>The</strong> denial of even good things is<br />
beneficial. It helps to develop self-control in <strong>the</strong> larger<br />
arena, empathy with <strong>the</strong> poor, and tear down <strong>the</strong> idols that<br />
replace <strong>the</strong> unseen God (idols such as popularity, success,<br />
excessive desire for material goods). Limiting TV or<br />
Play<strong>St</strong>ation and using this time more productively (in<br />
giving of self ) is <strong>the</strong> essence of self-denial, which although<br />
meritorious on its own, is incomplete without <strong>the</strong> next<br />
stage of preparation, Giving.<br />
Almsgiving (Giving):<br />
<strong>The</strong> giving of money is <strong>the</strong> easiest giving of all. <strong>The</strong> real<br />
sacrifice comes in giving of our selves. Time spent with<br />
those in need or with family members is sometimes <strong>the</strong><br />
hardest form of giving. Giving to those who cannot repay<br />
is <strong>the</strong> more difficult still.<br />
<strong>St</strong>udents were asked to reflect and discuss <strong>the</strong>se issues<br />
within <strong>the</strong> class. <strong>The</strong> boys were <strong>the</strong>n asked to make a<br />
Lenten pledge. <strong>The</strong>y were to choose one example from<br />
each of <strong>the</strong> three categories and commit <strong>the</strong>mselves to it<br />
during Lent. You may wish to ask your son how he went<br />
with his Lenten pledge and if it made Easter a more<br />
significant experience for him."<br />
Mr Antony Sindone<br />
Head of Religious Education<br />
Lent will culminate this year with <strong>St</strong>ations of <strong>the</strong> Cross<br />
being held at all <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> Camps, Activity and<br />
Reflection Days and Retreats. We hope that <strong>the</strong><br />
importance of Lent will be recognised <strong>by</strong> our students and<br />
will be repeated next year.<br />
Mr Chris Gould<br />
Director of Pastoral Services<br />
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Senior School Sport<br />
Cricket<br />
This season has been one of our most<br />
successful for many years. Our major four<br />
teams are all placed in <strong>the</strong> top three positions in<br />
<strong>the</strong>ir respective competitions with one round remaining.<br />
<strong>The</strong> 1st XI, having beaten Xavier <strong>College</strong> and <strong>St</strong> Ignatius’<br />
<strong>College</strong>, Athlestone during Jesuit Cricket week, also<br />
defeated both Trinity Grammar and Christian Bro<strong>the</strong>rs<br />
<strong>College</strong> Waverley this Term and are currently in third<br />
place on <strong>the</strong> table. <strong>The</strong> success has been all <strong>the</strong> more<br />
meritorious considering a large number of <strong>the</strong> boys are in<br />
Year 10 and 11. Captain David Coburn (Year 12) has<br />
consistently picked up wickets and has been chosen in <strong>the</strong><br />
CAS 1sts, whilst opener Peter Fitzgerald (Year 12) has<br />
contributed with many fine innings. Young all-rounder<br />
Ian Skinner (Year 10) has developed enormously this<br />
season, collecting numerous three wicket hauls, plus<br />
adding significantly with <strong>the</strong> bat.<br />
<strong>The</strong>re is plenty of talent in <strong>the</strong> o<strong>the</strong>r age groups too.<br />
<strong>The</strong> 10A’s, after a slow start, have won most games this<br />
term very impressively, whilst Mr Neville Williams’ 9A’s<br />
remain undefeated. Aaron Hickey (Year 9), son of ex SAC<br />
teacher John, and Joe Clark (Year 9), son of Brian Clark<br />
(SAC 1968), Old Boy and former 1st XI player, have stood<br />
out this Term with many fine performances. <strong>The</strong> 7A’s<br />
have won <strong>the</strong>ir last two games with some inspired bowling<br />
and fielding displays.<br />
Some of <strong>the</strong> standout efforts from various teams<br />
through <strong>the</strong> Term include <strong>the</strong> following:<br />
Aaron Hickey - 5/9 (9A’s)<br />
Jeremy Charkos - 6/25 (4th XI)<br />
Paul O’Byrne - 76 not out (1st XI)<br />
Joe Clark - 85 not out (9A’s)<br />
Ed Clark - 6/3 (7A’s)<br />
Dominic Nolan - 6/8 (10A’s)<br />
Alex Hammerton - 5/6 (8B’s)<br />
Patrick Lindsay - 5/21 (2nd XI)<br />
Basketball<br />
<strong>The</strong> 1st V finished <strong>the</strong> closest of 3rds in <strong>the</strong> CAS<br />
competition under new coach Andrew Svaldenis.<br />
<strong>The</strong> team won 7 out of 10 games but finished<br />
behind Trinity Grammar (1 loss) and Knox Grammar (2<br />
losses). A crucial 1-point loss to Trinity Grammar midway<br />
through this Term cost <strong>the</strong> team a share of <strong>the</strong><br />
premiership. <strong>The</strong> highlight of this term was undoubtedly<br />
<strong>the</strong> 36 point beating <strong>the</strong> team gave Knox Grammar in <strong>the</strong><br />
second last round of <strong>the</strong> competition. Knox’s defeat of <strong>the</strong><br />
previously undefeated Trinity in <strong>the</strong> last round robbed <strong>the</strong><br />
team of second placing. Captain Martin Mikulicin (Year<br />
12) and Mat<strong>the</strong>w Unicomb (Year 12), our two <strong>St</strong>ate<br />
representatives, farewell <strong>the</strong> team after playing in <strong>the</strong> 1st V<br />
for four seasons. Both boys have again been chosen in <strong>the</strong><br />
CAS 1sts teams. Six of <strong>the</strong> squad however return next year<br />
to ensure that <strong>the</strong> 1st V will again be competitive in 2003.<br />
<strong>The</strong> 7ths were our most successful team winning 8<br />
games and drawing 1 from 10 matches. In younger age<br />
groups, <strong>the</strong> 9A’s, coached <strong>by</strong> Old Boy Michael Williams<br />
(SAC 1999) and 8A’s under <strong>the</strong> care of Coaching Director<br />
Mr Chris Dutton, were our best performing teams.<br />
Tennis<br />
<strong>The</strong> 1st IV had a disappointing finish to <strong>the</strong><br />
season but missed key players throughout <strong>the</strong><br />
rounds. John Ganderton (Year 11), runner-up in<br />
<strong>the</strong> NSW Schoolboys Singles Championships during <strong>the</strong><br />
Christmas Holidays and <strong>St</strong>ephen Goh (Year 8), recently<br />
selected in <strong>the</strong> CIS 1st IV, were away for vital games. <strong>The</strong><br />
last two loses probably cost <strong>the</strong> team third placing in <strong>the</strong><br />
CAS. However <strong>the</strong> team is confident <strong>the</strong>y can repeat <strong>the</strong><br />
effort of last year and win <strong>the</strong> winter competition with all<br />
players available. Captain Ross Lalic (Year 11) played<br />
consistently well right throughout <strong>the</strong> competition rounds.<br />
Our junior teams however, <strong>the</strong> Year 8’s and Year 7’s have<br />
been highly successful winning most of <strong>the</strong>ir matches.<br />
Waterpolo<br />
<strong>The</strong> 1sts had a most successful season finishing<br />
3rd in <strong>the</strong> combined CAS/GPS competition.<br />
<strong>The</strong>y were <strong>the</strong> best placed of <strong>the</strong> CAS schools.<br />
Captain Peter De Gail (Year 12) was honoured <strong>by</strong> being<br />
picked in <strong>the</strong> NSW under 20 team and <strong>the</strong> NSW<br />
Schoolboys team. Goalie, Richard Smith (Year 11) also<br />
trialled for CIS and Todd Miller (Year 9) was picked in <strong>the</strong><br />
CIS Development Squad. <strong>The</strong> team was well coached <strong>by</strong><br />
Old Boy Sam Nolan (SAC 1999).<br />
Two o<strong>the</strong>r Old Boys Mat<strong>the</strong>w Edwards (SAC 1999)<br />
(U16’s) and Alistair Dalzell (SAC 1999) (U14’s) were also<br />
involved in <strong>the</strong> coaching with Mr Paul Tame, Sports and<br />
Cadet Assistant at <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>, taking over as MIC.<br />
Volleyball<br />
<strong>The</strong> 1sts, under outside coach Chris Barton,<br />
were placed second in <strong>the</strong>ir competition, only 1<br />
point behind eventual winners Trinity Grammar.<br />
<strong>The</strong> team has set its sights on winning <strong>the</strong> winter<br />
competition with virtually all players available. <strong>The</strong> 3rds<br />
went through <strong>the</strong> season undefeated winning most of <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
games in impressive style.<br />
<strong>The</strong> <strong>College</strong> fields three volleyball teams, with boys<br />
only from Year 11 and 12 allowed to play as <strong>the</strong><br />
competition is restricted to opens players only.<br />
Swimming<br />
<strong>The</strong> <strong>College</strong> team finished a creditable 5th at <strong>the</strong><br />
recent CAS Championships, pulling more points<br />
than last year. Christian Bro<strong>the</strong>rs <strong>College</strong><br />
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Senior School Sport<br />
Waverly won <strong>the</strong> title yet again but only narrowly from<br />
Knox Grammar. Many boys achieved personal bests on<br />
<strong>the</strong> night. One of <strong>the</strong> highlights was Chris Sudarmana<br />
(Year 5) coming 2nd in <strong>the</strong> U12 – 50 metre<br />
Championship.<br />
Four boys have been selected to represent <strong>the</strong> CAS at<br />
<strong>the</strong> CIS Championships in late March.<br />
<strong>The</strong>re are many promising swimmers in <strong>the</strong> Junior<br />
School so <strong>the</strong> future does look bright. <strong>The</strong> team was well<br />
led <strong>by</strong> Captain Jeremy May (Year 12) with excellent<br />
backing from <strong>the</strong> Parent Committee of Messers Phil De<br />
Gail, <strong>St</strong>eve Loomes and Gary Pasfield. <strong>St</strong>eve Badger<br />
announced his retirement as MIC at <strong>the</strong> end of <strong>the</strong><br />
season function. He will however continue to coach. <strong>The</strong><br />
highlights to <strong>the</strong> season were <strong>the</strong> annual trip to<br />
Southport during <strong>the</strong> January holidays and <strong>the</strong> team’s<br />
fine performance at <strong>the</strong> Oakhill <strong>College</strong> Invitational<br />
where <strong>the</strong> boys won <strong>the</strong> Junior Shield and narrowly<br />
missed <strong>by</strong> 3 points winning <strong>the</strong> overall trophy from<br />
Barker <strong>College</strong>.<br />
Athletics<br />
<strong>The</strong> confidence is high for ano<strong>the</strong>r successful<br />
season with many boys performing well at <strong>the</strong><br />
Wattle Series evenings held during <strong>the</strong> offseason.<br />
Outstanding sprinter Patrick Jones (Year 12) has<br />
been appointed Captain and will be well supported <strong>by</strong><br />
Vice-Captains Andrew Robertson (Year 12) and Doug<br />
MacDougall (Year 12). Head Coach Mr Clayton Kearney<br />
and MIC Mr Mat<strong>the</strong>w Bookallil will lead <strong>the</strong> charges<br />
through <strong>the</strong> next eight weeks with regular Saturday<br />
carnivals, culminating in <strong>the</strong> CAS Championships on<br />
May 18 at Homebush.<br />
Rug<strong>by</strong><br />
Mr Frank Clarke, newly appointed MIC, has<br />
been busy in <strong>the</strong> off-season lining up many Old<br />
Boy coaches and o<strong>the</strong>rs to assist at both <strong>the</strong><br />
Junior and Senior School level this season. Mr Rob<br />
Sawtell and Mr <strong>St</strong>eve Zolezzi will again take <strong>the</strong> 1st XV<br />
and with many players backing up from last year, <strong>the</strong> team<br />
should be more competitive. Trial games begin on May 25<br />
with games against Kinross-Wolari at home.<br />
Soccer<br />
Mr Edward Moerbeck, Coaching Director of <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>College</strong>, who was previously in charge in 2000,<br />
will coach <strong>the</strong> 1st XI this season. Mrs Caroline<br />
Linschoten will continue in her role as MIC. Trial games<br />
commence on May 25 with a gala day against Knox<br />
Grammar.<br />
Paul Rowland (SAC 1973)<br />
Director of Co-curricular<br />
<strong>St</strong>udent Achievements<br />
John Ganderton (Year 11) - was runner-up in <strong>the</strong><br />
NSW Schoolboys Singles Championships but won <strong>the</strong><br />
doubles tournament.<br />
Ed Doyle (Year 9) - made <strong>the</strong> finals for <strong>the</strong> Junior<br />
Lifesaver of <strong>the</strong> Year.<br />
Peter de Gail (Year 12) - Made <strong>the</strong> NSW Under 20 and<br />
NSW Schoolboys Waterpolo Team<br />
Dominic Gooden (Year 8) - was declared at <strong>the</strong> 2002<br />
Pan Pacific Jazz Festival as <strong>the</strong> most promising young<br />
jazz student and was awarded a scholarship to attend next<br />
January’s festival.<br />
<strong>St</strong>ephen Goh (Year 8) - was selected in <strong>the</strong> Combined<br />
Independent Schools Tennis Team to play in <strong>the</strong> NSW<br />
Schools Championships in March.<br />
Mat<strong>the</strong>w Walker (Year 9) - At <strong>the</strong> <strong>St</strong>ate Little Athletics<br />
Championships finished 1st in both <strong>the</strong> U14’s Long Jump<br />
and Triple jump.<br />
Dates to Remember<br />
Please note that Debating follows <strong>the</strong> CAS draw<br />
but is held on <strong>the</strong> preceeding Friday night.<br />
May 18th<br />
CAS Track and Field Championships at Homebush<br />
May 25th<br />
Rug<strong>by</strong> v Kinross (home) Soccer v Knox (away)<br />
June 1st<br />
Rug<strong>by</strong>/Soccer v <strong>St</strong> Ignatius <strong>College</strong>(home)<br />
June 8th<br />
Rug<strong>by</strong>/Soccer v <strong>St</strong> Pius X <strong>College</strong> (away)<br />
June 15th<br />
Rug<strong>by</strong>/Soccer v Sydney Grammar School (home)<br />
June 22nd<br />
Rug<strong>by</strong>/Soccer v Newington <strong>College</strong> (away)<br />
July 27th<br />
Rug<strong>by</strong>/Soccer v Cranbrook School (home)<br />
CAS Round<br />
August 3rd<br />
Rug<strong>by</strong>/Soccer v Barker <strong>College</strong> (away)<br />
August 10th<br />
Rug<strong>by</strong>/Soccer v Knox Grammar (home)<br />
August 17th<br />
Rug<strong>by</strong>/Soccer v Christian Bro<strong>the</strong>rs <strong>College</strong> Waverly (home)<br />
August 24th<br />
Rug<strong>by</strong>/Soccer v Trinity Grammar (home)<br />
August 31st<br />
Rug<strong>by</strong>/Soccer v Cranbrook School (away)<br />
Correction:<br />
In <strong>the</strong> last edition of <strong>the</strong> Aloysiad we incorrectly reported that Mat<strong>the</strong>w<br />
Walker (Year 8) scored 117 runs in <strong>the</strong> 15A’s match against Trinity<br />
Grammar School. It was in fact Justin Waller (Year 8) that scored <strong>the</strong><br />
magnificent innings. <strong>The</strong> Director of Co-Curricular and <strong>the</strong> Editor of <strong>the</strong><br />
Aloysiad apologise to Justin for <strong>the</strong> error.<br />
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Honour <strong>the</strong> past …<br />
Invest in <strong>the</strong> future.<br />
For 123 year <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>’ <strong>College</strong> has been a leading<br />
academic and cultural centre, an enduring source<br />
of pride for generations of students, friends and<br />
Old Boys. Help us sustain this level of excellence<br />
and reach new goals of growth and achievement<br />
<strong>by</strong> making a financial contribution to <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>.<br />
Giving to <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>’ is about much more than <strong>the</strong><br />
amount you contribute; it’s about giving something<br />
back. It’s about reaffirming <strong>the</strong> Jesuit tradition<br />
of educating ‘Men for O<strong>the</strong>rs’ – timeless ideals<br />
that have sustained and motivated us through<br />
<strong>the</strong> best and worst of times.<br />
For more information on how you can support<br />
<strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>’ <strong>College</strong> please call<br />
Murray Happ (SAC 1985) on 02 9929 4692<br />
or murray.happ@staloysius.nsw.edu.au<br />
Board of <strong>St</strong>udies Honours Our HSC<br />
Drama <strong>St</strong>udents<br />
On <strong>St</strong>age is <strong>the</strong> drama equivalent of Art Express. It<br />
presents exemplary work, outstanding<br />
performances and exhibitions produced <strong>by</strong> Drama<br />
students in <strong>the</strong> Higher School Certificate. On <strong>St</strong>age has a<br />
large audience. Over twelve thousand students and<br />
teachers view <strong>the</strong> works. Last year was <strong>the</strong> first year in<br />
Joel Menzies’ <strong>St</strong>age Set for Tom <strong>St</strong>oppard’s “Arcadia”<br />
which <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>’ students were given <strong>the</strong> opportunity to<br />
study Drama at this level, and two of <strong>the</strong>ir works in two<br />
different categories were selected <strong>by</strong> <strong>the</strong> HSC markers for<br />
inclusion in On <strong>St</strong>age. One was Joel Menzies’ splendidly<br />
imaginative, versatile and functional set design of Tom<br />
<strong>St</strong>oppard’s complex play of ideas Arcadia. <strong>The</strong> o<strong>the</strong>r was<br />
Tom Bateman’s engaging, inventive, witty and intriguing<br />
playscript. Only three playscripts in NSW were selected for<br />
inclusion in <strong>the</strong> exhibition.<br />
<strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>’ students demonstrate a particular aptitude<br />
for <strong>the</strong> dramatic arts. <strong>The</strong>y relish <strong>the</strong> range of activities,<br />
which <strong>the</strong> current syllabus offers: acting, scriptwriting,<br />
filmmaking, set design, critical analysis and directing. Our<br />
students are regular and critical members of <strong>the</strong> audience<br />
at a range of professional productions, delighting<br />
particularly in <strong>the</strong> exuberant and engaging performances<br />
of <strong>the</strong> NIDA students. Several of our students attend<br />
NIDA courses conducted for external students. All of our<br />
senior students are introduced to <strong>the</strong> vast resources of <strong>the</strong><br />
University of Sydney Library and trained in <strong>the</strong> effective<br />
accessing and use of <strong>the</strong>se.<br />
Robert Schneider<br />
Drama Department<br />
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S.A.C.O.B.U<br />
ST. ALOYSIUS’ COLLEGE OLD BOYS UNION<br />
Executive & Committee for 2002<br />
Patron: Rev Fr A V Smith SJ, Headmaster<br />
(Honorary Old Boy)<br />
Chaplain: Rev Fr Michael Head SJ<br />
President: Bernie Egan (SAC 1967)<br />
Vice-President: Kevin Emanuel (SAC 1967)<br />
Treasurer: Dominic Beange (SAC 1976)<br />
Secretary: Michael Donohoe (SAC 1967)<br />
Committee: John Brady (SAC 1970),<br />
Vin Goldrick (SAC 1977),<br />
Murray Happ (SAC 1985),<br />
Peter Heaton (SAC 1977),<br />
Greg Lambert (SAC 1967),<br />
Charles Maclurcan (SAC 1967),<br />
Andrew McSpedden (SAC 1974),<br />
Paul Quoyle (SAC 1961),<br />
Anthony ‘Rusty’ Restuccia (SAC 1954)<br />
Interstate Contacts:<br />
Melbourne: John Kennedy (SAC 1964)<br />
(03) 9434 5981<br />
Canberra: David Goldrick (SAC 1976)<br />
(02) 6290 1843<br />
John Morton (SAC 1976)<br />
(02) 6262 3535.<br />
Fa<strong>the</strong>r & Son Mass,<br />
Sunday 24 February 2002<br />
Lenten fortitude was certainly tested with <strong>the</strong><br />
inclement wea<strong>the</strong>r that greeted those fa<strong>the</strong>rs, sons<br />
and grandfa<strong>the</strong>rs who attended <strong>the</strong> Annual Old<br />
Boys’ Mass and Barbeque at <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> Oval in record<br />
numbers. Fortunately <strong>the</strong> Pavilion was able to provide a<br />
covered venue for <strong>the</strong> celebrants Reverend Fa<strong>the</strong>rs<br />
Anthony Smith SJ, Geoff Schneider SJ and Michael Head<br />
SJ. It was a tight fit with many ga<strong>the</strong>red outside under <strong>the</strong><br />
pergola. Music was provided <strong>by</strong> <strong>the</strong> legendary "<strong>College</strong><br />
Fa<strong>the</strong>rs Choir" led <strong>by</strong> Mr Bill Clarke.<br />
Attendees at <strong>the</strong> Fa<strong>the</strong>r & Son Mass<br />
Captain of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> Simon Aldridge (Year 12) and<br />
Eugene Macey (Year 11) were readers. Prayers of <strong>the</strong><br />
faithful were led <strong>by</strong> Phillip Emanuel (Year 12), Greg Egan<br />
(Year 11) and Adam Pasfield (Year 6). As <strong>the</strong> mass<br />
concluded <strong>the</strong> sky cleared with brilliant sunshine. <strong>The</strong>n<br />
followed <strong>the</strong> traditional barbecue and refreshments under<br />
<strong>the</strong> organisational baton of Kevin Emanuel (SAC 1967)<br />
and his team of Old Boys.<br />
Many of <strong>the</strong> current students <strong>the</strong>n took to <strong>the</strong> Oval to<br />
expend <strong>the</strong>ir energy. Tony Cook (Past Parent) of Clarence<br />
<strong>St</strong>reet Cyclery again generously donated a mountain bike<br />
for <strong>the</strong> traditional raffle, which was won <strong>by</strong> Domenico<br />
Gaudioso (Year 9). All proceeds of <strong>the</strong> day go to <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>College</strong>'s Co-Curricular Committee.<br />
Mr Bernie Egan (SAC 1967)<br />
President<br />
Old Boys Mass<br />
AMass will be celebrated in <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> Chapel on<br />
<strong>the</strong> first Friday of every month (during <strong>the</strong><br />
School Term only) commencing at 5.30 pm. <strong>The</strong><br />
Mass will offered for <strong>the</strong> intentions of all Old Boys and<br />
members of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> family (parents, past parents and<br />
friends of <strong>the</strong> school), especially for those who are ill,<br />
have passed away or have troubles in <strong>the</strong>ir lives. All Old<br />
Boys are encouraged to attend this act of devotion. For<br />
those Old Boys who have not been to <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> for<br />
some time, tours of <strong>the</strong> buildings can be arranged after<br />
<strong>the</strong> Mass.<br />
If you would like an Old Boy or member of <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>College</strong> family remembered at <strong>the</strong> Mass or would like to<br />
arrange a tour of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>, please contact Murray Happ<br />
(SAC 1985) in <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> Development Office on 02<br />
9922 1177.<br />
Cricket – Old Boys versus <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong><br />
We arrived at <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> Oval for our first trial<br />
of <strong>the</strong> new season. It was a fine day and <strong>the</strong><br />
wicket was ready for play.<br />
<strong>The</strong> game was against <strong>the</strong> Old Aloysian Cricket Club<br />
(OACC) team. <strong>The</strong>y could only field 9 players so Michael<br />
Borovicka (Year 11), Aidan Lynch (Year 12) and Peter<br />
Restuccia (Year 12) played for <strong>the</strong>ir side. It was to be a 40<br />
overs match.<br />
<strong>The</strong> OACC opened <strong>the</strong> batting and <strong>the</strong> opening<br />
partnership of 42 in 8 overs was a good start.<br />
But this was <strong>the</strong>ir first game (ours too) and soon <strong>the</strong>y<br />
were 3 (for) 86 off 20 overs. This meant that <strong>the</strong>y were<br />
going to struggle getting near 200.<br />
Scott Butcher (Year 12) had got two of <strong>the</strong> wickets and<br />
Sebastian Robertson (Year 12) got <strong>the</strong> o<strong>the</strong>r one. Dave<br />
Coburn (Year 12), our Captain, had bowled four overs for<br />
twelve runs and Andrew Hurley (Year 11) did <strong>the</strong> same.<br />
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But <strong>the</strong>ir best bat was still <strong>the</strong>re. When Mark O’Reilly<br />
(Year 10) got him seven overs later, <strong>the</strong> OACC were 5<br />
(for) 138 off 27 overs. <strong>The</strong>ir best bat had got 79 runs<br />
including 13 4’s and two 6’s.<br />
Now Paul O’Byrne (Year 11) came on to bowl with<br />
Chris McKenzie (Year 12). Paul was able to get four<br />
wickets for 15 runs off 5 overs. It was excellent bowling.<br />
We had <strong>the</strong>m at 9 (for) 143 off 31 overs. Dave Coburn<br />
came back on and Henry Durant (Year 12) bowled from<br />
<strong>the</strong> o<strong>the</strong>r end. At any time <strong>the</strong>ir seven overs would have<br />
been excellent but for <strong>the</strong> last seven overs of <strong>the</strong> match<br />
<strong>the</strong>y became exceptional.<br />
Dave got 1 (for) 7 off his last 4 overs and off Henry’s 3<br />
overs <strong>the</strong>y could not hit a single run.<br />
So OACC finished up with 169 off <strong>the</strong>re 40 overs.<br />
Some great wicket keeping <strong>by</strong> Peter Fitzgerald (Year<br />
12) and <strong>the</strong> catch that mattered taken <strong>by</strong> Scott to get rid<br />
of <strong>the</strong>ir top scorer were golden moments. <strong>The</strong> ground<br />
fielding was excellent and <strong>the</strong> "talk" was just right.<br />
Ed Ne<strong>the</strong>ry (Year 12) had bowled well and fielded<br />
well. Dave had captained <strong>the</strong> team well and got <strong>the</strong> best<br />
out of his team. Tom Borger (Year 11) had made <strong>the</strong><br />
square-leg position his own with some fine backing up.<br />
It was not a big score but we still had to get <strong>the</strong> runs.<br />
Peter and Tom opened our innings with Peter facing.<br />
<strong>The</strong>ir opening partnership of 36 in 7 overs set <strong>the</strong> tone. It<br />
was made up of six fours and some well-run "twos".<br />
As always happens in <strong>the</strong>se matches we lost two quick<br />
wickets to be 3 (for) 43 after 10 overs. <strong>The</strong> ball was<br />
keeping really low at one end.<br />
Peter Fitzgerald (Year 12) and Ian Skinner (Year 10)<br />
now started <strong>the</strong> biggest partnership of <strong>the</strong> game. Over 19<br />
overs <strong>the</strong>y hit up 137 runs. <strong>The</strong> right hand batting of Peter<br />
and <strong>the</strong> left hand stroke play of Ian made life very hard for<br />
<strong>the</strong> Old Boys.<br />
Peter scored ano<strong>the</strong>r 15 fours (18 in all) and Ian hit up<br />
8 fours. <strong>The</strong>y rotated <strong>the</strong> strike well with 21 singles and<br />
two threes.<br />
After 29 overs we were 3 (for) 170 and had won our<br />
first game of <strong>the</strong> season.Peter finished 97 n.o. and won <strong>the</strong><br />
Man-of-<strong>The</strong>-Match award. Ian scored 45 n.o. in fine style.<br />
All up a good start to <strong>the</strong> season.<br />
David Coburn (Year 12)<br />
Captain of <strong>the</strong> 1st XI<br />
Scores Update:<br />
OACC 9 (for) 169;<br />
D. Coburn 12 overs 4 maidens 1 wicket 19 runs;<br />
S. Butcher 4 overs 2 maidens 2 wickets 7 runs;<br />
P. O’Byrne 5 overs 1 maiden 4 wickets 15 runs;<br />
C. McKenzie 4 overs 0 maidens 1 wicket 20 runs; &<br />
S. Robertson 3 overs 0 maidens 1 wicket 19 runs.<br />
M. Borovicka 14 (3 fours).<br />
SAC 3 (for) 170; P. Fitzgerald 97 n.o. (18 fours);<br />
T. Borger 18 (3 fours); & I. Skinner 45 (8 fours).<br />
OACC Highlights:<br />
Bating:<br />
D. Callabra 79 (13 fours; two sixes);<br />
J. Tully 13 (3 Fours);<br />
S. Ford 20 (one six, two fours).<br />
Top batting partnership: 47 runs with Callabra<br />
getting 31 and Ford getting 16.<br />
Bowling:<br />
Vanderuran 6 overs; 1 maiden; 1 wicket; 27 runs;<br />
Fox-Smith 6 overs; 0 maidens; 2 wickets; 25 runs; and<br />
Willtsee 4 overs; 0 maidens; 0 wickets; 18 runs.<br />
Anyone interested in playing for <strong>the</strong> Old Boys Cricket<br />
Club is asked to call John Tully (SAC 1983) on 8923 0600<br />
w. <strong>The</strong> OACC is one of <strong>the</strong> oldest cricket clubs in <strong>the</strong><br />
Sydney Suburban competition and is always keen to sign<br />
up new players.<br />
CLASS OF 1982<br />
<strong>The</strong> Class of 1982 (and Year 10, 1980) will be<br />
celebrating <strong>the</strong>ir 20 Year Reunion on Saturday, 15<br />
June in <strong>the</strong> Private Function Room at <strong>the</strong> Union Hotel,<br />
Pacific Highway, North Sydney commencing at 7.30<br />
pm.<br />
For fur<strong>the</strong>r details please call Bill McManus (SAC<br />
1982) on 9221 4952 w or 9369 5135 h. Invitations will<br />
be posted in April, but all members of <strong>the</strong> class are<br />
asked to note <strong>the</strong> date now in <strong>the</strong>ir diary. <strong>The</strong> cost for<br />
<strong>the</strong> Reunion is yet to be finalised, but likely to be<br />
around $50 per head.<br />
Class of 1987,<br />
Fifteen Year Reunion<br />
<strong>The</strong> Class of 1987 will be holding <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
15 Year Reunion on Saturday <strong>the</strong> 26 of<br />
October.<br />
All Class members are asked to make<br />
a note of <strong>the</strong> date now. Invitations will<br />
be posted closer to <strong>the</strong> date.<br />
For any enquiries, please call<br />
Brendan O’Loughlin (SAC 1987)<br />
on 9419 2536 h or<br />
e-mail Brendan on<br />
stives@ozemail.com.au.<br />
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S.A.C.O.B.U<br />
ST. ALOYSIUS’ COLLEGE OLD BOYS UNION<br />
Old Boys News<br />
1945Ray Evans reports that he has finally retired as a<br />
Pharmacist on his third attempt! He plans to<br />
spend more time with <strong>the</strong> three "B’s" – Bridge,<br />
Bowls and <strong>the</strong> Beach! Ray and his wife Joanne live in Paradise Waters,<br />
Queensland and have seven children. <strong>The</strong>ir eldest son Paul is <strong>the</strong> Parish<br />
Priest at Kincumber on <strong>the</strong> Central Coast.<br />
‘Rusty’ Restuccia has been awarded <strong>the</strong><br />
2001 Law Society President’s Award at <strong>the</strong> annual<br />
1954Anthony<br />
Pro Bono Awards in November. Rusty is a member<br />
of <strong>the</strong> Downing Centre duty roster and a generous supporter of <strong>the</strong> Law<br />
Society’s Pro Bono Scheme. Over <strong>the</strong> years Rusty has provided free legal<br />
representation to hundreds of people who o<strong>the</strong>rwise would not be able to<br />
afford it. A fine example of an Aloysian being a ‘Man for O<strong>the</strong>rs’.<br />
Biddle is <strong>the</strong> Managing Partner of<br />
Accountancy firm HLB Mann Judd.<br />
1962John<br />
some years as <strong>the</strong> Principal and Senior<br />
Lecturer at <strong>the</strong> Australian Academy of Film and<br />
1964After<br />
Television, Tim Carter is now writing full time.<br />
His play <strong>The</strong> Performance was produced in Sydney in 2001 and is now an<br />
entrant in <strong>the</strong> Patrick White Playwrights Award. He is currently<br />
preforming as Dr Smith in <strong>the</strong> Sydney Festival Play <strong>The</strong> Bold and <strong>The</strong><br />
Reckless. Tim is also working on <strong>the</strong> screenplay of Rob Mundle’s book<br />
Fatal <strong>St</strong>orm an account of <strong>the</strong> disastrous 1998 Sydney – Hobart Yacht<br />
Race and his anthology Concepts of Love is now with a publisher.<br />
Retter celebrated 30 years in <strong>the</strong> Australian<br />
Army in January this year. He is a Brigadier based<br />
1971Paul<br />
in Canberra. Paul’s two sons attend Canberra<br />
Grammar and his daughter attends Canberra Girls Grammar.<br />
Gray is a partner at Gilbert & Tobin<br />
Solicitors. In early 2002 he and his family moved<br />
1974John<br />
to Hong Kong to work on a joint venture with<br />
Arculli & Associates. John reports that he has made contact with <strong>the</strong><br />
Jesuit community in Hong Kong.<br />
1975Dr Shane Ingate is <strong>the</strong> Operations Director for<br />
IRIS a consortium of 32 universities in <strong>the</strong> United<br />
<strong>St</strong>ates involved in seismology research. Shane is<br />
based in Washington, DC.<br />
To<strong>by</strong> O’Connor is <strong>the</strong> National Director of Catholic Welfare Australia<br />
based in Canberra. <strong>The</strong> mission of Catholic Welfare Australia is to<br />
promote and advance <strong>the</strong> ministry of Catholic social welfare as part of<br />
<strong>the</strong> core mission of <strong>the</strong> Church. To<strong>by</strong> is regularly quoted in <strong>the</strong> media<br />
and lobbies <strong>the</strong> Federal and <strong>St</strong>ate Governments on behalf of <strong>the</strong><br />
organisation and <strong>the</strong> Church.<br />
1980Dr Gerard Sutton is a clinical Lecturer at <strong>the</strong><br />
Sydney Eye Hospital; he was also <strong>the</strong> Chief<br />
Ophthalmologist for <strong>the</strong> Sydney 2000 Olympics<br />
and is <strong>the</strong> Medical Director of <strong>the</strong> Save Sight Institute.<br />
Lupo Guerrera writes that after living in Perth for <strong>the</strong> past five years he<br />
has been transferred to London with his wife Krishten and three children<br />
Dominic, <strong>The</strong>rese and Sebastian. Lupo works for Woodside Petroleum,<br />
but is on secondment to BHP Billiton. He is <strong>the</strong> Principal Reservoir<br />
Engineer charged with developing a natural gas field in Algeria. Work<br />
will take him to <strong>the</strong> Sahara once or twice a month, but Lupo laments his<br />
wife will probably visit Harrod’s more often!<br />
Lindsay is working for UBS Warburg in<br />
Singapore.<br />
1982Derek<br />
Aprile and his wife Ranee are living in<br />
Dallas, Texas. Reno is <strong>the</strong> CEO of a computer<br />
1983Reno<br />
company, AP Walsh and Company Systems<br />
Architects. Reno and Ranee have a son, Reno Ian who is two and a half.<br />
Peter Carne is an area manager for Peerlees Emulsion, a chemical<br />
company based in Sydney.<br />
Paul Hope is married and living in Melbourne. Paul and his wife Louise<br />
have two children, Vanessa (4) and Marcus (2). Paul is an architect<br />
working for a Melbourne firm called Young Architects. He is currently<br />
working on <strong>the</strong> Early Years Centre at our bro<strong>the</strong>r School, Xavier <strong>College</strong><br />
in Kew.<br />
Pierre Plazas is <strong>the</strong> Executive Director of Global Operations with<br />
Goldman Sachs in Sydney.<br />
Hairs left <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> at <strong>the</strong> end of Year 10<br />
in 1983 when his family returned to <strong>the</strong> UK. He<br />
1985David<br />
recently made contact with <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> after<br />
surfing into <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> site on <strong>the</strong> Internet. Since leaving school David<br />
has worked for Legal & General Insurance. He is currently managing an<br />
IT Test Team for <strong>the</strong> company. David and his fiancée Rachel are due to<br />
marry in June this year. After <strong>the</strong> wedding David and Rachel are moving<br />
to Cardiff where <strong>the</strong>y will continue to work for Legal & General and<br />
have <strong>the</strong> opportunity to spend some time indulging in <strong>the</strong>ir passion,<br />
paragliding. David is planning on attending <strong>the</strong> Class of 1985, 20 Year<br />
reunion in 2005.<br />
Coffey is a Director at Pacific Road<br />
Corporate Finance. He is involved in acquisition<br />
1986Michael<br />
and divestment advice, privatisations, assessment<br />
of company values and investor returns, assessment of business strategies<br />
and management, and project assessment. Transactions he has been<br />
associated with include <strong>the</strong> privatisation of <strong>the</strong> South Australian<br />
electricity industry, sale of an electricity generation development package,<br />
restructuring of <strong>the</strong> NSW rail and electricity sectors, takeovers, forestry<br />
acquisitions and leveraged buy-outs. Michael holds a Bachelor of<br />
Economics from Macquarie University, is a Member of <strong>the</strong> Institute of<br />
Chartered Accountants in Australia and an Associate of <strong>the</strong> Securities<br />
Institute of Australia.<br />
Richard Lawson has left <strong>the</strong> teaching profession and is now studying<br />
Graduate Law. Richard’s most recent teaching position was at PLC<br />
Croydon.<br />
Draheim is a Major in <strong>the</strong> Australian<br />
Army. He has just completed his Masters of<br />
1987Anthony<br />
Management.<br />
Anthony Anzellotti is working for <strong>the</strong> family company Anzellotti<br />
Constructions. Over <strong>the</strong> Christmas Holidays <strong>the</strong> company, under<br />
contract to North Sydney Council, laid new footpaths around <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>College</strong>.<br />
Brendan O’Loughlin has been appointed to <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> Council. He<br />
joins two o<strong>the</strong>r Old Boys on <strong>the</strong> governing body of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>, Jock<br />
Murray (SAC 1966) and John Churchill (SAC 1971).<br />
Bland lives in Orange NSW, working as<br />
an Exploration Manager at <strong>the</strong> Cadia Gold Mine<br />
1988Mitchell<br />
owned <strong>by</strong> Newcrest Mining. Mitchell and his wife<br />
Cassandra are proud parents to <strong>the</strong>ir recently born daughter Amelia. In<br />
his spare time Mitchell renovates <strong>the</strong>ir house and has completed a Masters<br />
in Economic Geology. He also manages to undertake an annual short<br />
voyage with his fa<strong>the</strong>r, Tony Bland (SAC 1957) on <strong>the</strong> family yacht.<br />
Tom Fletcher is working as an architect in New York for Robert AM<br />
<strong>St</strong>ern Architects. <strong>The</strong> company has a staff of 140 and employs architects,<br />
landscape architects and interior designers to offer a total design service.<br />
John Cunningham has recently returned from his third tour of duty with<br />
<strong>the</strong> Royal Australian Army Medical Corps to East Timor. John has taken<br />
up a position as Senior Resident Medical Officer in Orthopaedics at <strong>the</strong><br />
Royal North Shore Hospital. John plans on continuing his involvement<br />
with <strong>the</strong> Army Reserve.<br />
Sean Johnson graduated from Sydney University with a Master of<br />
International <strong>St</strong>udies and began working as a Policy Advisor to Barry<br />
O'Farrell MP, Deputy Leader of <strong>the</strong> NSW Opposition, in 1996. Since<br />
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March 2001 Sean has been working in London for Gary <strong>St</strong>urgess, former<br />
chief Policy Advisor to Hon Nick Greiner (SAC 1963), at Serco Plc.<br />
O'Grady is enjoying success as a solicitor<br />
with Carney's, where he has worked since 1998.<br />
1989Peter<br />
He was made an associate in 2001. Peter graduated<br />
with a Law degree from Macquarie University.<br />
Tom Switzer is <strong>the</strong> editor of <strong>The</strong> Australian's Opinion page. Tom has<br />
worked in <strong>the</strong> print media since he graduated in Arts from <strong>The</strong> University<br />
of Sydney, enjoying time with <strong>The</strong> Washington Post and <strong>The</strong> Financial<br />
Review. Tom will marry his fiancée, Sarah <strong>St</strong>ock, in March 2002.<br />
Rod O'Connor married Fiona Forsyth on December 1st, 2001 at<br />
Watson's Bay.<br />
Sam Biddle is a sales manager for Southcorp Wines based in Sydney.<br />
Eagleton tells us he is working in North<br />
Sydney as an IT Consultant for Sun Microsystems<br />
1990James<br />
and is living on <strong>the</strong> ‘dark side’ of <strong>the</strong> Bridge (his<br />
words not ours!) at Bondi. James has just retuned home after working in<br />
Madrid, Spain for a number of years.<br />
Matt Boyle has been living in Tokyo for close to 5 years. He joined Platts<br />
in February 2001, and is currently <strong>the</strong> Assistant Managing Editor of<br />
Platts Metals Division in Asia. Platts is a real-time commodities market<br />
news organisation, part of <strong>the</strong> McGraw-Hill group of companies. After<br />
an unusually extended engagement of close to 2.5 years(!), Matt and his<br />
fiancé Takako plan on getting married in October this year in both<br />
Sydney and Tokyo.<br />
James Restuccia is a civil engineer working in Dublin. He has recently<br />
announced his engagement to Marian Traynor. <strong>The</strong> date of <strong>the</strong> wedding<br />
is yet to be set, but is likely to be in early 2003.<br />
Gleeson has joined his fa<strong>the</strong>r’s company,<br />
Associated Planners, a financial planning company.<br />
1991Marc previously worked for James Hardie Industries.<br />
To<strong>by</strong> Biddle is enjoying working as a solicitor with <strong>the</strong> firm Deacons in<br />
Sydney.<br />
Deady completed a Bachelor of Applied<br />
Science in Physio<strong>the</strong>rapy at <strong>the</strong> University of<br />
1992Luke<br />
Sydney in 1996. He <strong>the</strong>n gained admission to <strong>the</strong><br />
Graduate Medical Programme at <strong>the</strong> University of Sydney in 1997 (in its<br />
pioneer year). Luke graduated as Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of<br />
Surgery from <strong>the</strong> University of Sydney in 2000. He will be a Resident at<br />
Westmead Hospital in 2002.<br />
Justin Restuccia has completed his Master of Laws and is working for a<br />
legal firm in Leichhardt.<br />
Gleeson has been selected in <strong>the</strong> Irish Rug<strong>by</strong><br />
Squad, which provides players for <strong>the</strong> Senior and A<br />
1993Keith<br />
Side in <strong>the</strong> current Six Nations Competition.<br />
Keith played in <strong>the</strong> Australia Under 21 side for two years side prior to<br />
joining <strong>the</strong> NSW Team. In July 2001 Keith left Australia and accepted<br />
an IRFU contract to play professional rug<strong>by</strong> in Ireland. Keith is playing<br />
for <strong>the</strong> Irish Provincial side, Leinster (Dublin). Keith was born in Ireland<br />
and hopes to play for <strong>the</strong> ‘Greens’ when <strong>the</strong>y play Australia at Lansdowne<br />
Road on 9 November this year. We are thrilled to report that Keith<br />
scored a try in his first touch of <strong>the</strong> ball in Ireland’s recent game versus<br />
Wales. Keith’s try contributed to Irelands’ emphatic win 54 to 10 over<br />
<strong>the</strong> ‘Reds’.<br />
Travis Toemoe is a solicitor working with Astridge & Murray in Sydney.<br />
Ed Zelma is playing First Grade cricket for Gordon. In a recent game<br />
versus Sydney University Ed collected three wickets for 26 runs and<br />
contributed 44 runs to Gordon’s innings.<br />
1994Jim Scollon is <strong>the</strong> Programme Manager for META<br />
Group based in Sydney. META Group is an<br />
American company which provides guidance for<br />
IT and business transformation.<br />
Anh Do is working as a comedian. He recently appeared on Channel<br />
Nines’ coverage of <strong>the</strong> Fight For Life, a series of boxing matches between<br />
Rug<strong>by</strong> League and AFL players. Dr Anthony Kidman (SAC 1955) also<br />
featured on <strong>the</strong> programme.<br />
1996Rob Haertsch has graduated from <strong>the</strong> Royal<br />
Military <strong>College</strong>, Duntroon as a Lieutenant in <strong>the</strong><br />
Royal Engineers. In 2001 Rob was <strong>the</strong> President of<br />
<strong>the</strong> Mess Committee at Duntroon and he was awarded <strong>the</strong> Engineering<br />
Prize for his studies.<br />
Chris Crea, John McGirr, Anthony Martin and David Cook were<br />
recently featured in a four-part newspaper article in <strong>the</strong> <strong>St</strong>eamboat Pilot<br />
in Colorado, USA. All four have completed <strong>the</strong>ir University studies and<br />
are taking time off before entering <strong>the</strong> workforce. <strong>The</strong>y are travelling<br />
around <strong>the</strong> world and are currently working at <strong>the</strong> <strong>St</strong>eamboat Ski Resort<br />
in Colorado. <strong>The</strong>y plan to travel to New York, Mexico and Europe before<br />
returning home. <strong>The</strong> article highlights one main complaint <strong>the</strong> lads have<br />
– <strong>the</strong>re does not seem to be many women at <strong>the</strong> resort!<br />
Biddle is studying Pharmacy at <strong>The</strong><br />
University of Sydney.<br />
1998Joseph<br />
David Restuccia is doing an honours year in Medical Science and is<br />
working on research at Westmead Hospital.<br />
2001Ben Frost has joined <strong>the</strong> Ryde Branch of <strong>the</strong> <strong>St</strong>ate<br />
Emergency Service and was involved in fighting<br />
Births<br />
<strong>the</strong> recent Sydney bushfires.<br />
Mark Crooks (SAC 1985) and his wife Penny had a son, Harrison<br />
William, born at <strong>the</strong> Mater Misericordiae Hospital on 13 December<br />
2001, a bro<strong>the</strong>r to Madeleine.<br />
David Kissane (SAC 1985) and his wife Louise had <strong>the</strong>ir second child<br />
Rory on 6 January 2002, a sister to Kirra.<br />
Andrew Slattery (SAC 1985) and his wife Tina had <strong>the</strong>ir third child,<br />
Mat<strong>the</strong>w on 27 December 2001, a bro<strong>the</strong>r to Joshua and Angela.<br />
John McFadden (SAC 1986) and his wife Belinda had <strong>the</strong>ir second son<br />
John Joseph ( Jack) on 27 December 2001, a bro<strong>the</strong>r to James.<br />
Past <strong>St</strong>aff News<br />
Rev Fr Tom O’Donovan SJ celebrated <strong>the</strong> Golden Jubilee of his<br />
ordination on 3 January 2002. Rev Fr O’Donovan was <strong>the</strong> headmaster of<br />
<strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> 1968 – 1973 and is currently based at <strong>St</strong> Mary’s North<br />
Sydney. In December 2001 Rev Fr O’Donovan retired from <strong>the</strong> position<br />
of Director of <strong>the</strong> Australian Jesuit Mission Office, a position he held for<br />
<strong>the</strong> previous 12 years.<br />
Marriages in <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> Chapel<br />
Travis Toemoe (SAC 1993) married Heidi Penkola on 6 October 2001.<br />
<strong>The</strong> Officers and Cadets of <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>’ <strong>College</strong> Cadet Unit would like to<br />
thank Mr Roger Ellis, fa<strong>the</strong>r of Timothy (Year 11) and Robert (Year 10)<br />
for his kind purchase of six new UHF radios for <strong>the</strong> Unit. <strong>The</strong>se new<br />
radios will ensure <strong>the</strong> Unit has full radio coverage for all activities.<br />
Anyone wishing to ei<strong>the</strong>r purchase items for <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> or make a gift<br />
to cover <strong>the</strong> cost of specific items for <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> is asked to contact <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>College</strong> Director of Development, Mr Murray Happ (SAC 1985)<br />
on 9929 4692.<br />
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S.A.C.O.B.U<br />
ST. ALOYSIUS’ COLLEGE OLD BOYS UNION<br />
Obituaries<br />
David Ellis Lynch (SAC 1937)<br />
David Ellis Lynch (SAC 1937) died in late 2000. At <strong>the</strong><br />
time of going to print no fur<strong>the</strong>r details were available.<br />
Tom McLeod (SAC 1947)<br />
After a long series of illnesses,<br />
cheerfully borne, Tom McLeod<br />
(SAC 1947) died on 23<br />
December 2001. He came to <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>College</strong> in 1943 from Narrandera<br />
in country NSW. His main<br />
interest lay in <strong>the</strong> sporting field,<br />
He played in <strong>the</strong> 1946 and 1947<br />
1st XV and Captained <strong>the</strong> 2nd XI<br />
in 1947.<br />
Tom had a long and successful career in <strong>the</strong> printing<br />
and office equipment industry, retiring in 1990. Tom is<br />
survived <strong>by</strong> his sister, Dorothy and her husband John and<br />
<strong>the</strong>ir families and his bro<strong>the</strong>r Don (SAC 1948).<br />
Don McLeod (SAC 1948)<br />
Roger Leach (SAC 1965)<br />
Roger Leach (SAC 1965), best<br />
remembered for his role as<br />
Sergeant Tom Penny in Thames<br />
Television’s <strong>The</strong> Bill (seen in<br />
Australia on ABC TV), has died<br />
in England, aged 53.<br />
Roger was born in Sydney, <strong>the</strong><br />
son of <strong>St</strong>ephen (SAC 1924) and<br />
Claudia Leach of Lane Cove. He<br />
attended <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong> until Year 8,<br />
completing his education at <strong>St</strong> Ignatius’ <strong>College</strong>,<br />
Riverview. While at school, his enthusiasm, vitality and<br />
mercurial wit made a lasting impression on all his<br />
contemporaries.<br />
Whilst at <strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>’, he developed and interest and<br />
talent for acting and singing He was a popular protégé of<br />
Rev Fa<strong>the</strong>r Comerford SJ, and performed in many Gilbert<br />
and Sullivan productions at <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>, notably as Pitti-<br />
Sing in <strong>the</strong> Mikado, and as Bunthorne in Patience.<br />
Roger’s early interest in language and drama was<br />
reflected in his next move, an English Honours degree at<br />
Sydney University, where he was a very active member of<br />
<strong>the</strong> University Dramatic Society (SUDS).<br />
In 1971 Roger received an Australian Government<br />
Scholarship which allowed him to travel to London and<br />
train as an actor at <strong>the</strong> Central School of Speech and<br />
Drama. From <strong>the</strong>n on, he played an enormous range of<br />
professional roles in <strong>the</strong> UK, from <strong>the</strong> deeply serious to <strong>the</strong><br />
cutting edge to <strong>the</strong> uproariously funny. He was particularly<br />
proud of <strong>the</strong> Salisbury Playhouse production of Barrie<br />
Keefe’s Sus, a play that<br />
helped to change <strong>the</strong><br />
iniquitous "stop and<br />
search" policy of <strong>the</strong><br />
Britsh Police in <strong>the</strong><br />
1970’s.<br />
Roger loved musicals,<br />
and was blessed with a<br />
good strong baritone<br />
voice as well as a finely<br />
tuned ear. What a range<br />
of musicals he appeared<br />
in – from <strong>The</strong> Sound of<br />
Music, South Pacific and<br />
My Fair Lady, to <strong>The</strong><br />
Rocky Horror Show and<br />
Rockula. His last major<br />
role in a musical, as Mr<br />
Roger Leach, aged 10 years<br />
as Pitti Sing in ‘<strong>The</strong> Mikado’<br />
Peachum in <strong>The</strong> Threepenny Opera, was in many ways his<br />
best ever: he played <strong>the</strong> part for all it was worth, singing,<br />
dancing, declaiming, cajoling and even brandishing his<br />
beloved banjo-ukulele with an aplomb that belied <strong>the</strong><br />
illness he was still fighting.<br />
Television work included Perfect Scoundrels, Shoestring,<br />
Bergerac, Enemy at <strong>the</strong> Door and of course six years and 180<br />
episodes as Sergeant Penny in <strong>The</strong> Bill.<br />
In addition to being a talented director, Roger was also<br />
a wonderful teacher of Shakespearean texts and audition<br />
technique at three leading drama schools in London. He<br />
loved working with students, and always delighted in <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
future professional success. An excellent writer, he cowrote<br />
episodes of Moon and Sun, EastEnders and <strong>The</strong> Bill<br />
for TV, a comedy thriller for radio, and two hilarious and<br />
carefully crafted farces.<br />
Roger Leach’s career and life were cruelly cut short <strong>by</strong><br />
multiple myeloma, for which he underwent a bone<br />
marrow transplant in early 2001. In addition to his<br />
professional accomplishments, he was a wonderfully<br />
loving family man and a most generous and loyal friend<br />
and colleague.<br />
Whilst Roger was equally proud of both of his Jesuit<br />
Schools, he always kept a special place in his heart for <strong>St</strong><br />
<strong>Aloysius</strong>’, <strong>the</strong> place where his love of acting developed.<br />
He is survived <strong>by</strong> his wife Brenda and children Ben<br />
and Val in Salisbury UK, and <strong>by</strong> his mo<strong>the</strong>r Claudia and<br />
sisters Rosemary and Gillian in Australia.<br />
Gillian Maury (nee Leach)<br />
Eternal Rest grant to <strong>the</strong>m O Lord,<br />
may perpetual light shine upon <strong>the</strong>m,<br />
may <strong>the</strong>ir Souls and all <strong>the</strong> Souls<br />
of <strong>the</strong> faithfully departed Old Boys of <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>,<br />
Rest In Peace.<br />
<strong>St</strong> <strong>Aloysius</strong>, pray for us!<br />
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