Concordia

CommunitySpring 2014 Issue 59 Our new website is now live www.concordia.sa.edu.au

What’s changed?

• The layout is clearer, whether you’re on a PC, tablet or mobile. • A community landing page (accessed via the > portal link in the header) with quick links to the parent portal, parent-teacher interview bookings and other destinations. • Online payment options for school fees, trips and excursions and giving to Concordia. • A dedicated Old Collegian section featuring news, information and events, helping you to stay better connected. • New features, including a calendar, blogs, historical timeline, image galleries and more. • A fresh new look, which reflects both our heritage and future direction.

Published by : Concordia College www.concordia.sa.edu.au Concordia Community is published biannually. The reverse side of the mailing sheet can be used for change of address and opportunities to be involved in the College. Submissions : To make a submission in the next edition of Concordia Community forward details to [email protected] Editor : Helen Karapandzic Sub Editor : Jenni van Wageningen Design : Maree Svanborg Photography : Don Brice (Concordia in Concert & Significant Friends’ Day), Edwin Niczynski (Year 12 Formal), Jeff Sawade (Musical), Maree Svanborg, Helen Karapandzic and other staff and students Printing : Openbook Howden

Concordia College is a co-educational Christian secondary school which aims to provide individual care and attention to each student. The College operates under the auspices of the SA District of the Lutheran Church of Australia. Opportunity

Contents

Opportunity 1 From the Principal 2 Service 3 Trips 4 Around the College 6 Sports 8 Music is Harmony 10 College Musical 12 Senior School 13 Middle School 16 Junior Focus 18 St John’s Lutheran School 19 Concordia Foundation 20 Parents and Friends 21 Heritage Centre 22 Concordia Old Collegians Association 24 Community News 28 Annual Reunion Weekend 2014 30 Reunions and Events 32

About this Issue

Welcome to Concordia Community, Issue 59. In our mission statement, we state that Concordia exists to provide a vibrant education, rich in opportunities. In this edition, we explore the rich and meaningful range of opportunities on offer to students at Concordia that help provide an all-round education. Whether in sport, music, educational visits or service, there are many opportunities for students to develop existing interests and talents, as well as to expand their horizons through new experiences. As we look ahead to Concordia’s 125th year in 2015, we give thanks for the many opportunities that have benefited our students, past and present, and celebrate our community’s unique character. We hope you enjoy this edition. If you have any feedback, or suggestions, you can contact me by email on [email protected]. Helen Karapandzic Director of Community Relations

Opportunity 1 From the Principal

Did you know that the word We are reminded in the Bible in Galatians 6:10 ‘opportunity’ is derived from that ‘opportunity’ is not just something we receive for our own benefit, it is something we should ‘opportune’ which in turn came use for the benefit of others. St Paul writes “So from a Latin word that means let’s not get tired of doing what is good. At just ‘driving towards a harbour’ the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don’t give up. Therefore, whenever we have (referring to a situation where the the opportunity, we should do good to everyone wind helps a sailor steer a boat – especially to those in the family of faith.” into a port)? Responding to opportunities can actually involve service to others. If we take the word literally, ‘Opportunity’ However, to be effective, this ‘wind of opportunity’ effectively involves: requires an action on the part of each student • a positive circumstance (the wind blowing to bring about a positive outcome. Effort, towards a port) engagement and enthusiasm are but three of • a conscious action (steering the ship in many personal characteristics that are involved in the right direction) this interplay. • an outcome (arrival at the port). Finally, it could be argued that we never quite arrive at the port. In taking advantage of one At Concordia we have an underlying aim to opportunity, another presents itself so that we provide a rich and broad education that assists are continually in a process of development and students to develop into young people who are growth. As you read this magazine and see the resilient, well-informed and ready to make a range of possibilities for student involvement, positive impact on the world. We have a culture of I trust that you also reflect on the opportune providing circumstances that support students to growth that occurs in our students as the result of develop these characteristics not only within the the activities reported. classroom but also through the extra-curricular and co-curricular programs of the school. In other Lester Saegenschnitter words we provide many ‘winds of opportunity’ for Principal our students.

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Red Centre Experience

Service activities provide valuable opportunities for students to connect with different people and communities in need of support and assistance. In July, we visited Alice Springs as part of our inaugural Red Centre service project serving communities in and around Alice Springs. Our visit was packed with many different experiences and challenges. While we were in Alice Springs we took part in the children’s 2 address at the Lutheran Church with a clever drama based on the parable of the sower. We also held a youth night with a BBQ and campfire games. At Lutheran Community Care we learnt about their money management courses and we helped build a new fence for the playgroup. The highlight, however, was a day visit to Living Waters Lutheran School. Our students assisted with a mural which will depict a river with the school’s values together with greetings from the different countries represented. We also worked alongside the local children, becoming involved in their box house construction, PE games such as ‘Shark Attack’, and various discussions and 3 games during recess and lunch. It was very sad to say goodbye. 1. The Red Centre team – We were also fortunate to enjoy some L-R: Natasha Slater, Stephanie Newman, Eloise sightseeing, visiting the West MacDonnell Lutz, Jakob Maddocks, Anastasia Ferguson, Jessica Ranges, Uluru, Kata-Tjuta (the Olgas), Watarka Ferencz, Cordelia Ferguson. (Kings Canyon), Anzac Hill, Desert Park and 2. Having fun gardening at Lutheran Community Care the telegraph station before travelling back to 3. Assisting with a mural at Living Waters Lutheran Adelaide on The Ghan. School

Opportunity 3 Trips

Every year our students have opportunities to take part in a variety of trips, either to other areas of Australia or to countries overseas. While the main purpose of these trips is study, culture, service, or recreation, there are many associated benefits for students.

In Belgium we were based in Ypres where we Music Tour provided the music for a ceremony at a war monument known as the Menin Gate. This has The Music Tour to France and Belgium from the names of 53 000 missing soldiers, including 30 June to 14 July had the unique purpose of a significant number of Australians, etched into honouring those involved in World War I. the walls. This service was attended by close The first concert took place outdoors to a large to 2000 people, among them the Australian audience in a beautiful park outside the Notre Ambassador to Belgium who addressed our group Dame Cathedral in Paris. That evening, students after the ceremony. were involved in ‘La Flamme Ceremony,’ a daily Our final concert was an outdoor event held next ritual held under the Arc de Triomphe to honour to the ‘Cloth Hall’ in the centre of Ypres. This those lost in battle. Ben Drummond laid a was also very well attended and we again had to wreath on behalf of Concordia at the Tomb of the perform an encore. Unknown Soldier, and this was followed by a brief In addition to the vast musical experience performance by our ensembles. gained from performing nine concerts in 12 The next day the group visited significant Australian days to international audiences, the 39 students war memorials, trench warfare areas, cemeteries who participated now also have a deeper and battle sites in the Somme region. In the understanding and appreciation of the sacrifices evenings we were hosted by the mayors of the that were made for us 100 years ago by men and towns we performed in – Vignacourt, Le Hamel, women who represented our country in distant Dernancourt, Poziers and Fromelles. We were lands such as France and Belgium. delighted to receive standing ovations for each concert, and the people were genuinely grateful that we had travelled so far to share our music.

Ski Trip

At the start of the July holidays, 68 students travelled to Falls Creek for a week of skiing. With record snow falls in the 10 days leading up the trip, the entire mountain was open and Monday greeted us with ‘bluebird’ conditions. As it turned out, this was the only clear sky we saw, as the weather closed in and snow continued to fall for the rest of the week. There are many hazards associated with snow, and it was pleasing that the students acted responsibly and maturely for the entire trip.

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Opportunity 5 Around the College

1. Lutheran Schools in SA 175th anniversary tree planting 2. National Tree Day 3. Year 7s making German show bags 4 Bush Dance 5 Year 12 students enjoying a visit from Myrtle & Mae coffee van 6. Indonesian martial arts 7. VGen team 1

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1. Year 12 Media students – Brand SA event 2. David Serotzki – Ice Bucket Challenge 3. Year 12 Food and Hospitality students with their cakes 4. Lester Saegenschnitter – Ice Bucket Challenge 5. Middle School students at Mary Magdelene Centre 1 2 6. Senior School students at Mary Magdelene Centre 7. Year 9 City Week 8. Year 7 KO Netball team – made it to the grand final, but unfortunately lost

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Opportunity 7 Sports

Our students participated in many different interschool competitions this year, and celebrated both hard-fought games and some notable successes. Basketball Volleyball

2014 has been an unprecedented year across A strong Development Program, with regular the age groups and that speaks volumes for the morning trainings and a quality coaching group Basketball program. Concordia has made the boasting numerous State and Australian Age team Grand Final Round in all three groups of Boys representatives, is reaping rewards in Volleyball. SSSSA State-wide KO competition – Year 8/9, For the second consecutive year Concordia will Year 10 and Open Boys. send both a Senior Girls and a Senior Boys team The stunning success of our Senior Boys team, to the National Schools Championships, held which saw a record five consecutive KO Champion annually in Melbourne. trophies from 2009 to 2013, finally ended, but The Senior Girls team, as runners up of the IGSSA the team will go to the Nationals for the sixth season, and the B team are outright winners successive year to compete against some of the of IGSSA shield after remaining undefeated. A best teams in Australia. This year the Nationals young Senior Boys team does not boast the same will be held in Canberra. success rate, but their improvement is tangible. Meanwhile the Girls Basketball program continues Meanwhile, strong team performances in the to build with our Middle As losing just one match middle years in both Girls and Boys competitions, for the IGSSA season and our Middle Bs currently augur well for the ongoing growth and strength of undefeated. The Year 8/9 Girls KO team was Volleyball at Concordia. unfortunate to meet the State-wide Runner Up (Cabra) in the first round, eventually losing a very tight match. The addition of Laura Hodges (Australian VC and Adelaide Lightning stalwart) as a Development Coach to complement the accomplished Ben Gliddon, is clearly paying dividends.

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Tennis Boys Football

Concordia’s Drive team, elevated to Division 1 The Middle Boys completed another successful after winning the B grade in 2013, has competed season, culminating in a win over a composite admirably against the best schoolboy teams in Year 8/9 team from St Peters. The 1st XVIII made the State. The squad comprises students from it to the penultimate round of the State-wide B Years 9 to 12 and the growth of the team is Grade KO and narrowly lost the Grand Final of the assured by the strong performances of students Southern Zones competition to Unley HS. coming through the junior grades. The Girls Tennis program continues to grow with good development shown in the Middle teams with the Senior team being competitive largely through the excellent performance of a Year 9 girl in Brianna Arthur, who regularly plays the top senior girls from other schools. An excellent coaching group is led by Peter McPherson and complemented by Todd Ley, former champion junior player, and old collegian veterans of the Drive program, Tom Mitton, Ben Perry (both former School tennis captains) and Judah Johnston. The coaching sessions are outstanding for their one-on-one tutelage and the guidance offered to all players.

Softball

Fielding two teams for the first time in some years reflects the pleasing growth of Softball at Concordia. The Year 8/9 Girls KO team won the Southern Zone championship, defeating Unley HS, Seaford HS and Victor Harbor HS, and qualifying for the State-wide finals in late November. Comprising students from Years 8 to 10, our top team, playing in the Open B IGSSA competition, has lost only one game for the season and is currently tied for the shield.

Girls Football

Our Open A team provided spectators with a superb day of football in the Open Schoolgirls Tournament at Flinders University in August. They defeated teams from Urrbrae, Woodcroft and Unley before the biggest test for the day in a game against Blackwood. The last minor round game was a win against Cabra before defeating Unley’s top team in the semi-final. Concordia then headed into the grand final, pitting themselves once more against Blackwood. With a final score of 9-3-57 to 0-2-2, the title of Southern Zone Champions was comfortably secured.

Opportunity 9 Music is Harmony

The musical talents of our students were showcased and celebrated in many different concerts and competitions this year. Harmony in the ABODA Festival

Chapel Concordia once again took part in this annual Australia-wide ensemble competition (Australian Four lunchtime concerts held during Terms 2 and Band and Orchestra Directors Association Festival). 3 featured a variety of groups and ensembles. It was a wonderful opportunity to perform, as well Students performed to appreciative audiences of as to experience the work of over 90 other school parents and grandparents, as well as residents of ensembles. Fullarton and Hope Valley Lutheran Homes. These occasions were very encouraging for our music Six ensembles from Concordia were involved, students. an accomplishment in itself. Given the excellent standard of the competition, our results were commendable. Generations in Jazz String Ensemble – Gold Award (Advanced Strings Section) This internationally recognised band and choir Concert Band – Silver Award (Advanced competition which took place in Mt Gambier Concert Band Section) in May attracted 3200 students. We were Percussion Ensemble – Silver Award extremely pleased with some well-deserved (Advanced Percussion Ensemble Section) results and achievements. Big Band 1 – Silver Award (Advanced Stage • Big Band 1 came 7th out of 28 bands in Band Section) Division 2. Big Band 2 – Silver Award (Intermediate Stage • Big Band 2 finished 2nd in a field of 24 bands Band Section) in Division 3. Wind Ensemble – Bronze Award (Intermediate • The Generations Choir 1 was placed 6th in a Concert Band Section). field of 30 choirs. • Jordan Coulter (Year 11) received an honourable mention for the third consecutive year for his impressive solo work in our Vocal Cabaret Generations Choir. This was a great opportunity for Year 10 to • Alex Flood (Drums, Year 12) and Jordan Noble 12 vocal students to perform in front of a (Saxophone, Year 12) were both selected to supportive audience. perform in the Division 2 ‘Superband.’ This A true cabaret atmosphere in a professional was another exceptional achievement and the environment meant that all who attended enjoyed second time both have been chosen for this this outstanding evening’s entertainment at prestigious group. the Burnside Uniting Church. The program was enhanced by items from the Funk Band, Big Band 1, Big Band 2 and the Concert Vocal Ensemble

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Concordia in Concert

Our annual showcase was a true variety concert, with performances from more than 24 different groups presenting contemporary, classical, choral, soul and rock music. An audience of more than 500 enjoyed Concordia’s outstanding musical talent from students in Years 7 to 12. The presentation of the inaugural Mike Stewart Memorial Award was also part of the evening, and Jordan Noble and Alexander Flood (both Year 12s) were worthy recipients.

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Adding to the fun and enjoyment was the The Sound of Music interaction of Concordia students with Year 2s from St John’s. One proud grandparent wrote: In April our beautiful College chapel was My grand-daughter [was] selected as one of transformed into a theatre complete with all the puppets in the show. I’m so glad I made the elements which bring a performance to life the effort to attend. It was a most outstanding – intricate lighting, outstanding sound and an performance. The professionalism of the entrancing set. cast, and indeed the whole presentation, far Double casting meant that over 150 students had exceeded my expectations. the chance to perform as cast, crew and musicians. More than 2500 people enjoyed this vibrant They taught each other, one cast passing on stage sell-out musical, and everyone involved will movements to others, students with dance skills attest to the joy and satisfaction of creating and tutoring the chorus, and acting students creating collaborating on a production of this scale. dramatic scenes that enhanced the major themes.

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Year 12 Formal

After many weeks of planning and anticipation, the Year 12 Formal took place on Friday 2 May at the recently refurbished Adelaide Zoo function centre. With over 200 tickets sold, the night was a great success. Students were dressed to impress and enjoyed a wonderful evening dining and dancing the night away! The evening provided an opportunity for the entire year level not only to celebrate long- standing friendships but to become closer as a year level. A special thanks go to all those who helped organise this truly spectacular event. Senior School

Students are provided with careers information and guidance throughout their Senior School years, including the Year 10 Careers Program, the annual Careers Night and the Work Experience program. A range of other activities help support students in making key decisions about their future pathways.

gain employment with a well-earned law degree. Legal Studies – Our masters of ceremony for the evening were Grace Mitsioulis and Henry Mathews (Class of Themis Dinner 2013) and Edward Gainer (Class of 2009). The Concordia College Law and Justice Society Over 100 people attended this year’s Themis Themis Dinner was held on Thursday 5 June in dinner, which has shown great growth over The Suaviter. The evening offered an opportunity the years. We hope that students and guests for old collegians, present Year 11 & 12 Legal continue to network with each other and share the Studies students, students interested in studying experiences of the Law. Law at university, and guests from the law We are very grateful to all those who supported 1. Rick Sarre, fraternity associated with the College to network the event and helped to make it such an Tom Gray, Rick with each other, share a meal and gain some enjoyable event for all who attended. Sommariva, Dianne valuable insights. Gray and Lester Saegenschnitter This year’s keynote speaker, The Honourable Justice Tom Gray from the Supreme Court, gave 2. Henry Mathews, Alice – Year 12 Drama Joshua Moon, an inspiring talk on “The changing needs of a Law Edward Gainer and Degree”, which showed the audience of budding Alice by Laura Wade is a modern adaptation of the Grace Mitsioulis law students that there are multiple avenues to classic Alice in Wonderland tale. In dealing with the sudden and tragic death of her brother twelve-year old Alice escapes to Wonderland, a place ‘her brain has created for her to hide in for a bit.’ The Year 12 Drama classes rehearsed solidly for just 14 weeks. In performances for family, friends, staff and Middle School Drama students they brought to life fantastic characters such as the Queen of Hearts, Humpty Dumpty, the Cheshire Cat and the Mad Hatter. The play was very well received by audiences, and despite the tireless hours of hard work, everyone had a lot of fun creating the show. This was the external assessment part of the course and counted for 30% of the students’ final grade in Drama. 1

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Year 10 Personal Projects

The Personal Project is a challenging task which requires students to find a personal interest to explore and extend their knowledge in, whilst completing it solely in their own time. Since the introduction of the MYP at Concordia, we have seen Year 10 students develop a wide range of Personal Projects, and this year was no exception. From restoring motorcycles, cars and pushbikes to designing a clothing range and wedding cakes, and using recycled items to produce a wheelie bin chair, a violin out of ‘trash’ and a chair made from a suitcase, students have found creative solutions to challenging projects. It has been such a pleasure to work with the Year 10s and they should be very happy with the outcome of their Personal Projects.

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purpose in life while Yasmin and Laura both played a Significant Friends’ Day beautiful violin piece that captivated the audience. Significant friends and students then headed up to Our annual Significant Friends’ Day event is a the Year 7 classrooms in Murtoa for a 3-D paper highlight of the school calendar for our Year 7 art activity where in small groups families could students who enjoy the opportunity to share an collaborate in piecing together a 3-D model of the insight into school life with relatives and family Globe. It was a challenging activity in both dexterity friends. and instruction, so students and significant friends Just over 160 guests joined our 100 Year 7 should be proud of their determined approach in students at this year’s event on Friday 12 completing the activity. September. The day started with an inspiring Friends and family then enjoyed a generous morning devotion about 'purpose' lead by Yasmin Slater and tea, organised by our volunteers to whom we owe a Laura Schulze. We were then able to spend a few big thank you! moments during the devotion reflecting on our own The most exciting part of our morning came after the College tour when we reconvened in the Chapel for an exciting array of presentations ranging from drama, singing, music, dancing, poetry, 'horrible history' videos and a touching presentation from Pip Whiston about ‘Act of Service’. Each performance showcased amazing talent and opportunities our Year 7 students have access to here at the College. We would like to thank our guests for coming to support the Year 7 students on this special day. There was a real buzz amongst our students throughout the morning and we could see just how proud they were to share aspects of Concordia College with their significant friends.

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Clubs and Activities Pedal Prix Thirty seven students trained for twenty weeks Concordia offers a vibrant range of school to prepare for the gruelling 24-hour marathon at clubs that provide students with opportunities Murray Bridge in September. to expand their skills, interests and make The weather was perfect for the whole weekend, new friendships. From Spanish and debating warm in the afternoon and with cool riding to robotics and handicrafts, there is plenty to conditions in the early morning. All teams and engage enquiring minds! bikes emerged from the event relatively intact, with just several blown tyres, some slightly bent frames and a few very tired riders. Quills The three teams worked together well throughout Quills is a lunchtime club where students can the weekend to keep the bikes circulating learn traditional handcraft skills – anything you throughout the entire race, managing their own can do with a needle and nib. rosters and keeping their riders on the track This year, many students have developed their motivated. Very consistent riding and some knitting and sewing skills at the Quills Club. A excellent individual performances gave our teams number of our students entered the Art and very good overall results. Craft section of the Royal Adelaide Show and • Shockwave (Year 7) received recognition for their work. Jessica 7th in Category 1 – 298 Laps – 614km Hyams 7KBET won first prize for her padded felt • Concorde (Years 8-9) Christmas Stocking and first prize also for her 14th in Category 2 – 330 Laps – 680km embroidered Babushka and Eliza Thomas 7JCA • Matrix (Years 10-12) received a Certificate of Merit for her stitched owl 15th in Category 3 – 355 Laps – 732km cushion, and also for her painting of an Australian For two Year 12 students, Lachlan Phillips and Landscape, the Cape de Couedic lighthouse at Eloise Lutz, this was their final race. Kangaroo Island. They and their families have been involved in the program for many years, and are commended for Spanish Club their ongoing leadership and commitment. The Spanish Club provides opportunities for students to learn about Hispanic language and culture – from salsa dancing to games, guest speakers to Spanish cookery, the Spanish Club is a fun and interesting way for students to spend Friday lunchtimes. Recent highlights include the writing and filming of a ‘Novella’ (Latin-American Soap Opera), Spanish Karaoke for the World Cup, learning grammatical semantics from Senor Paredes (El Salvadorian student teacher) and our end of year Mexican Food celebration. Viva Club de España!

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Science Week

It was Science week and the Year 5 classes went over to the Concordia laboratories and conducted some experiments with the Year 8s. Mrs Rogers had organised a wide range of dazzling experiments to wow the Year 5 students. A highlight from the experience was the experiment, simply called the ‘Voltameter’. Students had to create bubbles in water using a tube full of gas. They then lit a match and placed it on the bubbles. The result was a ‘Big Bang’ that almost deafened some of the other students. One student, Lucy Thompson, said she liked the banging sound but unfortunately her bubbles didn’t make a loud noise, they only went ‘pop’. The other highlight of the afternoon was tasting sherbet. Students used citric acid, bicarbonate soda and icing sugar. Here is what I thought about it: “I loved the part of eating it, but loved the experience of making it. I also know how to make it and what is in it.” Alana Williams Year 5 Student

Creating a World Village

Under the transdisciplinary theme of ‘Where We Are in Place and Time’, the Receptions have been inquiring into homes from around the world. With our Central Idea that ‘homes reflect cultural influences and local traditions’, we have explored the features and locations of many different varieties of homes, such as tepees, apartments, igloos, mud huts, houseboats, and many more! The Receptions worked in small groups to research, plan, design and create a model home from either a local or international location. The Receptions then put all their homes together to create a ‘world village’ displaying their learning and sharing it with others. Stephanie Bell Reception teacher

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Exploring Who We Are

The Year 2 students had great fun inquiring into their new Who We Are unit through play. The students had an opportunity to explore a variety of “play” situations relating to health and wellbeing.

Street Art

The Year 6 students have left a colourful mark upon the school through two creative projects which developed during their Street Art unit in Visual Arts. Their origami shooting star outside the JP building was inspired by the work of French artist Mademoiselle Maurice, and the Red Shed toilet doors have been dressed in large stickers of students' artworks. The latter project followed a request from the SRC to make the bathrooms more inviting and to encourage students to take greater care of these spaces. Both projects serve to brighten up the school with positive expressions of the students’ creative ideas. Nancy Wells Art Teacher

School Disco

The much-anticipated annual school disco was held on Friday 29 August. The theme for the Junior Primary Disco was Stripes and Patterns, and the theme for the Primary Disco was Mismatch and Opposites. There were many creative costumes and wonderful dance moves for all to see. A big thank you to the Student Representative Council for organising the disco and doing a wonderful job of decorating the hall, which helped to create an amazing atmosphere. Money raised from this community event will go to Compassion Australia, to assist our sponsored children, Yonli and Zidan. Alicia Puiatti

Opportunity 19 Concordia Foundation

The Concordia Foundation is a body of dedicated members of the broader Concordia community which has as its focus the development of long term fundraising strategies to ensure the financial security of the school.

The Foundation is currently focussed on enabling and would encourage anyone who would like more opportunities for old collegians, families and information to contact Sue Spry, Donor Relations other Concordia community members to support Manager on (08) 8291 9339. our school through donations, volunteering and “Your gift, however large or small, is an gifts in wills. The Foundation is also managing the investment in the provision of exceptional pursuit of major asset acquisitions. Christian education for young men and women We are proud to share with you that in 2014 over and will help enable Concordia College to enrich $105,000 has been raised so far through appeals the education of future generations” and special gifts to support school building Lester Saegenschnitter, Principal projects, three new scholarships and a new Next year Concordia College will be celebrating award. We would like to thank all who supported 125 years and the Concordia Foundation in any of these ways, including many new donors. would like to congratulate our community. Your We hope that you take the opportunity to come to investment in the school has helped us to one or more of the many events throughout the reach this fantastic milestone. We hope you will year where we can meet and thank you in person. participate in and support the exciting events Promoting the opportunity to help secure the and programs we have planned to celebrate this future of Concordia by leaving a gift to the College special year. in your will has also been an initiative of the With your support, Concordia will continue to Concordia Foundation this year. Including a gift to provide an innovative, holistic, educational Concordia transforms your will into a potent tool experience founded in the Gospel for many more and gives you the opportunity to truly reflect your years to come. values for years to come. This year we have had confirmation from some of our community that Sue Spry they have included a gift to Concordia in their will Donor Relations Manager

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It has been an exciting year for the Concordia Parents & Friends in terms of events, volunteering and community building.

During the last six months, we have organised a number of community events, including our annual Mother’s Day Mother’s and Father’s Day Breakfasts, a Greek- themed Year 9 Parent Dinner and our ever-popular Breakfast Year 10/11 Parent Curry Night. On Friday 9 May, we were joined by over 100 These events have been supported by a wonderful mums, grandmothers and their children who volunteer effort. Changes earlier this year mean gathered bright and early in The Suaviter to that now parents of particular year levels are celebrate and give thanks to mothers and invited to help out at another year level function caregivers for their everlasting patience. Guests (for example, Year 8 parents helped at the Year 9 enjoyed a delicious breakfast of yoghurt and Parent Dinner). Not only has this helped parents muesli, pastries, and coffee, along with rocky get to know other parents at their child’s year level, road centrepieces generously made by one of our it has also put more fun into volunteering and has amazing P&F members. A huge thank you must seen an increase in volunteer numbers. We are go to our School Captain, Zoe Gay, who gave a incredibly grateful to everyone who has supported heartfelt speech about the gift and trials of our us this year. mothers, as well as to the Junior Vocal Ensemble We are also excited to be putting in place a Parent who entertained us so beautifully. Rep structure, designed to help new families get to know other members of the College community. Parent Representatives have nominated for Years Father’s Day Breakfast 7 and 8 and planning is already underway for our first functions, which will take place later this year. The annual Father’s Day Breakfast held in late As a new parent this year, I have really enjoyed August provided an opportunity for fathers and being a part of P&F. It has been really rewarding to grandfathers to come into the school with their meet so many other enthusiastic and committed students, and hear a bit about what is happening parents. All Concordia parents are automatically in the school and meet other members of the members of the P&F and we welcome your school community. After a lovely breakfast put involvement in the life of our community. To find on by P&F volunteers, Jason Kupke, the Student out more, please feel free to drop in on any of our Welfare Worker at Concordia gave an inspiring meetings (no strings attached!). Dates of 2015 short talk about the role of fathers. This was meetings are available on the College website. followed by a father and son Mat and Jordan Noble who performed a beautiful rendition of the song Derek Harris ‘Better Together‘ on guitar and saxophone. P&F President We are so very grateful to all of our dedicated volunteers for their support in making these events such wonderful and enjoyable occasions for all.

Opportunity 21 Heritage Centre

The Concordia musical is one of the highlights of the College calendar. Musicals provide theatrical and musical performance opportunities to a large number of students at all year levels, and enjoyment for guests and performers alike.

Until nearly 40 years ago, musicals were abridged Side Story and Annie get your Gun had been first versions or selections from longer productions. staged on Broadway in the 1940s and 1950s. They were staged as part of annual concerts During the next 20 years, although there were along with gymnastics, folk dancing and choir some ‘repeats’ – Godspell, The Mikado, The items. Wizard of Oz, Viva Mexico, and Guys and Dolls 1975 saw the first full-blown Concordia musical. – the stage designs, costumes and productions Directed and produced by teachers Peter Schmidt were very different. and Peter Westhorp, it was an ambitious and Students involved in musicals have always highly successful production of Godspell. Chaplain relished the fun and camaraderie. After her Geoff Burger was the star of the show, and involvement in The Mikado (1983) one girl wrote almost one third of all students were involved. that ‘the most important thing … was not the During the 1980s the comic operas of Gilbert and thrill we all got from watching ourselves on the Sullivan – The Mikado, HMAS Pinafore, Ruddigore video, but the friendships that developed ... and The Pirates of Penzance not only made The memory of opening night will stay with us for memorable student experiences, but also for a long time, and the close bond between all charmed and delighted audiences in the Scott involved will remain with us forever.’ Theatre. Jenni van Wageningen The 1990s brought an even greater variety of Archivist musical productions. Many of them, such as West

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1. 1975 Godspell 2. 1983 Mikado 3. 1981 Can you Imagine 4. 2002 Godspell 5. 1991 Annie get your Gun 6. 1989 Fiddler on the Roof 7. 2006 Cabaret 8. 1998 Guys and Dolls 9. 2005 9 10 Les Miserables 10. 2007 Beauty and the Beast 11. 2011 Wizard of Oz 12. 2012 Aladdin

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Opportunity 23 Concordia Old Collegians Association

From the President Annual General

In touch with the past, forming the future! Meeting

Next year is an important year in the history of Concordia Old Collegians Association AGM for Concordia College. During 2015 the College will 2014 was held on Monday 5 May at 7.30pm in celebrate 125 years since first being established The Suaviter. Nick Banks (’11) was guest speaker in Murtoa, Victoria, as a teaching institution for the evening. Nick gave an inspiring talk to train teachers and pastors to serve in the entitled “Being a Gen-Y, Concordia Old Collegian Lutheran Church. in a fast and ever-changing world” in which he The history of Concordia over the past 125 years reflected on what it means for old collegians to is quite unique having beginnings as a tertiary have experienced an education that does more institution and then relocating to Adelaide in 1905 than just foster knowledge alone. to the current site which was formerly Methodist “I believe [the opportunities we have been given] Ladies College, Malvern. Another significant mean two things. Firstly, it means using the skills, change came in 1927 when female students were experience and knowledge with which we have enrolled for the first time and Concordia became been equipped to try to make a difference in the coeducational. For 67 years Concordia continued world. From the opportunity, I feel comes a sense as a college offering courses at both secondary of duty to leave the world better than we found it. and tertiary level. […] Secondly, I feel it also means that we, as old There is no doubt that since that time there have collegians, should contribute in such a way that continued to be remarkable changes which make allows this mission of equipping and developing Concordia what it is today. to go on, whether that be at Concordia College, or elsewhere. I’m not suggesting that this means So many people over the years have taken the every old collegian must empty their pockets, but opportunity to embrace what Concordia has that we as old collegians generally, should aim to had to offer. There are so many stories to tell give back to the College and help its legacy and and share, challenges to work through and purpose to continue. In the context of Concordia experiences to be thankful for. this, I believe, is where COCA can and should play Concordia is today a product of its past. Being ‘in a complementary role to that of the College itself touch with the past forms the future’ with strong and I feel that we should be challenged to do so.” commitment to the College motto ‘Fortiter in Re, As we look back over the years, we can be very Suaviter in Modo - Firm in Principle, Gentle in proud of COCA’s role in linking past students to Manner.’ each other and with the College and in fostering 2015 is an opportunity to celebrate the past, a strong sense of community. As we look ahead present and future of Concordia! to Concordia’s 125th year in 2015, it is an Patricia Lutz appropriate time to revisit COCA’s aims and COCA President purpose. We are grateful to Nick, and to other old collegians, for their contribution both to the AGM and for their dedication as members of the COCA committee and we look forward to an exciting new 2015 Class Reunions chapter in COCA’s history.

COCA Committee Class Reunions offer a wonderful opportunity to get together with friends and classmates, reminisce President: about shared experiences, and catch up on news. Patricia Lutz (’61) The 2015 Class Reunions are: Vice-President: • Class of 2010 – 5-Year Reunion Annette Gladigau (’61) • Class of 2005 – 10-Year Reunion Changed your Treasurer: John • Class of 1995 – 20-Year Reunion details? Temme (’55) • Class of 1985 – 30-Year Reunion • Class of 1975 – 40-Year Reunion Committee Members: Moved house? New email address? We • Class of 1965 – 50-Year Reunion Tim Fischer (’61) are currently updating our records to help • Class of 1955 – 60-Year Reunion Brian you stay better connected. Notify us of Pagenstecher (’58) Further details will be emailed/posted early next your change of details by contacting Angela Sharon Geue (’72) year, so do let us know if your details have changed Warrick, COCA Liaison on (08) 8272 0444 or Sarah Nobbs (’86) by contacting Angela Warrick, COCA Liaison on [email protected] Nick Banks (’11) (08) 8272 0444 or [email protected].

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2015 Diary Dates From the

Tuesday 17 February Class of 2014 Welcome Event COCA Liaison 5.00 pm The Quad, Concordia College An informal get together to welcome new As the liaison for the Old Old Collegians Collegian community at Concordia College, over the Friday 20 March Recent Leavers Garden Party last year I have seen what a 6.00 pm The Quad, Concordia College very special and connected An informal get together for Old Collegians community Concordia is. The who have left in the last 10 years. Old Collegians are blessed to be part of a large group of Monday 4 May COCA AGM people who are proud of their 7.30 pm The Suaviter, Concordia College school and have built strong All Old Collegians are encouraged to and enduring friendships with attend. each other. Monday 11 May Harmony in the Chapel: Thank you to the COCA 1.15 pm Lunchtime Concert Series committee, class Concordia College Chapel representatives and volunteers Free lunchtime concert followed by tea who have given their time this and coffee in the Chapel Foyer year to help organise reunions and events, which have been Sunday 24 May Concordia 125 Year Celebration Service enjoyed by old collegians across 2.00 pm Concordia College Chapel the generations. By helping in this way, you are ensuring Monday 1 June Harmony in the Chapel that old collegians have the 1.15 pm Concordia College Chapel opportunity to spend time Friday 19 June 125th Reunion Weekend: enjoying each other’s company, 8.30 am ‘Back to Concordia’ Morning sharing news and revisiting Concordia College Chapel events and stories from their days as a student at Concordia. Saturday 20 June 125th Reunion Weekend: I would also like to thank those 7.00 pm Celebration Dinner who have phoned, emailed or The Suaviter, Concordia College visited wanting to share their Sunday 21 June 125th Reunion Weekend: news or to help us update our 10.30 am Special Worship Service data. It is really special to hear Concordia College Chapel your stories, get to know you and help you to reconnect with Saturday 1 August COCA Victorian Reunion Concordia. The importance 7.00 pm Box Hill, Melbourne of fostering old collegian connections and relationships, Monday 3 August Harmony in the Chapel building new connections with 1.15 pm Concordia College Chapel our school and honouring and sharing the history that makes Tuesday 11 August COCA 60+ Lunch this College experience so rich Midday The Suaviter, Concordia College cannot be understated. Please Monday 7 September Harmony in the Chapel stay in touch and get involved 1.15 pm Concordia College Chapel in the program of events that we have especially for old Sunday 18 October COCA Barossa & Riverland Reunion collegians in 2015. Join us on Midday Lunch in the Barossa Angela Warrick Facebook Saturday 21 November Concordia College Gala Ball Community Engagement & Love Facebook? Join Panorama Suite, Events Officer the conversation on our official Old Collegians Adelaide Convention Centre Facebook page for up- For event details and bookings, please visit www.concordia. to-date news and event sa.edu.au or contact Angela Warrick, COCA Liaison on information. (08) 8272 0444. www.facebook.com/ ConcordiaOldCollegians

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Alina Bi (’13) Football Club in the SANFL, where I was able to play two Alina graduated from Concordia years of senior football which College in 2013 with an ATAR resulted in two premierships- of 99.5 and went on to receive more than I could have dreamt the prestigious University of! Being in the AFL, I am of Melbourne International carrying out a childhood dream Academic Merit Undergraduate and loving the challenge of Scholarship. Now studying for trying to become the best I a Bachelor of Biomedicine, can be. Having just finished my Alina shared with us some of first season, I am now able to her memories of her time at enjoy a couple of weeks break Concordia: before getting back into training [Studying at Concordia] provided before the pre-season starts in me with many and varied November! opportunities which allowed me I also love the avenues being to learn, grow and succeed. I in the AFL have opened will never forget Retreat, one up, particularly work in the Chris Aerfeldt of the Year 12 activities, in multicultural side and with which all of us, teachers and children. Whilst at Concordia students, work together and I went on the Vanuatu trip, listen to each other. I really Old Collegians which was fantastic, and it gained deeper insights into the helped provide me with the nature of friendship, forgiveness Chris Aerfeldt (’71) view that sport can help make and teamwork […] Volunteering a difference in the World. As a Chris Aerfeldt trained as a opportunities allowed me to result of finishing my studies at high school art teacher but connect with like-minded friends Concordia and the support I got discovered that actually making and we together help those from the teachers involved whilst art was her first passion. who are in need. […] There having a busy schedule with Although she had always were plenty of other events football, I will also be studying at painted, in 1997 she took the where I got the opportunities Uni next year.” plunge and began a second to meet new people and obtain degree in Visual Art at Adelaide information about the upcoming Central School of Art. Chris university studies. I encourage graduated with Honours and you to seize those opportunities, immediately began exhibiting as I am sure that you will benefit her work in galleries in South from them. Alina Bi Australia and Melbourne. In 2006 she was awarded the Samstag Scholarship for James Aish (’13) Did You overseas study and in 2007 James graduated from Concordia Know…? received her Masters in Fine Art in 2013 and is now pursuing from Chelsea College of Art and his dreams as a professional In recent history, five old Design, London. Chris’ work is footballer with the Brisbane collegians of Concordia held in numerous collections Lions. In 2014, James was College have played AFL including Charles Saatchi, nominated for the prestigious football. Byron Schammer ’02 University of the Arts London, AFL Rising Star award. (Fremantle) and Jay Schulz Art Gallery of South Australia “Football has always been an ’02 (Richmond and Port and Artbank Australia. She is enormous part of my life so I am Adelaide), Ben Eckermann currently based in Montpellier, very grateful to be in the position ’04 (Port Adelaide) and both France. I am now; with the Brisbane Brad Hartman ’12 (Geelong) Lions in the AFL. I largely put and James Aish ’13 (Brisbane it down to the opportunity I Lions) have made their debut received with the Norwood this season.

James Aish – Photo courtesy of AFL Photos

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Celebration Reception Want to play turf cricket this summer 2014/15? On Monday 30 June, a reception was hosted by Mary Burce Warlick (’70), US Consul General, at Join ... Concordia College the National Wine Centre in celebration of the Old Collegians Cricket Club 238th anniversary of American Independence. The club will be fielding three teams Mary invited some past teachers, classmates (A3, B3, and LOC) in the Saturday and friends from her Concordia College days as afternoon ATCA competition. We guests. Kevin Scarce, Governor of SA, introduced will also have a T20 team in the Mary who among other things spoke very fondly Division 1 competition held on of her years in Adelaide attending Concordia with some Tuesday evenings (The first her brothers and sisters while her parents were one is at Concordia on Tuesday 18 in New Guinea, and of the lasting friendships November, 5.20pm start – join us for a BBQ!). We have an experienced she has made. Mary particularly thanked the club coach, Andrew Dunn, who oversees trainings on Tuesdays Osters, who were her host family at the time, Tom and Thursdays from 5.30pm at the Concordia Oval. All new players Reuther, past principal and teacher, his wife Una are welcome to trainings, or contact the President Tim Kupke on and Naomi Hoff (’36), a family friend. 0400 017 580 or [email protected]. Follow our results on our website - www.concordiacricket.com.au.

Homestay Families Wanted

Concordia College is looking for families in the local area who can offer a ‘home away from home’ to our international students. Homestay families receive approximately AU$260 per week, depending on the accommodation and facilities provided. For more information or to register your interest, please contact Helen Karapandzic, Director of Community Relations on (08) 8291 9363. Naomi Hoff and Mary Burce Warlick

Congratulations to Pastor Henry Spry (’07) graduated Snippets Stephen Pietsch (’77) who from Concordia in 2007 recently completed his PhD at and went on to complete Jan Douglass (Sopp ’73) is Flinders University. an Engineering Degree with undertaking a PhD in Lymphatic Todd Little (’07) was awarded Honours at the University of Filariasis at James Cook an Honours degree in Law and Adelaide. He currently works University, Townsville, with a Bachelor of Arts at Flinders as an engineer for a French research in Myanmar. Read University in April 2014 and is energy management company. more about Jan’s research currently studying a Master’s Since the beginning of 2013, study The Myanmar Project degree in Teaching. Henry has been involved with here: www.myanmar-project.com Engineers Without Borders as From Hahndorf to upstate Peter Hooley Lauren Janus (Dux of ’11) the South Australian coordinator New York, Peter Hooley (’09) has been awarded the for their High School Outreach is a name to watch in men’s Norman Munn prize for the top program. He recently travelled basketball. Now playing with US Psychology Level 2 student in with 15 other young engineers College team Albany, Peter’s 2013. Last year there were over from Maharashtra to Tamil basketball career has gone from 500 students doing this course. Nadu in India learning about strength-to-strength. In 2014, Lauren continues to enjoy her how engineers can contribute Peter was named the America tutor/mentor role in the Peer to community development and East Conference co-scholar Assisted Study Scheme, helping the challenges associated with athlete of the year for men’s first year Psychology students providing foreign aid. basketball. improve their understanding of the subject. Henry Spry

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L-R: Chris Van Rensburg, Lee Teck Meng, Jason Nair, Christopher Nair, Elizabeth Nair (Thompson ’01), Flowergirl Madelyn Reduch, Carolyn Reduch (Thompson ’03), Catherine Morgan (Hartwig ’01) & Joy Quigley (Spadavecchia ’01)

L-R: Brad Chilcott, Emma Chapman, Ben Hateley, Kirrilee Collins, Ben Trewren (’08), Chloe Chilcott (Flowergirl), Madeleine Watson, Matt Medley, Bree Mclean, Daniel Flint, Georgia Trewren (’12)

L-R: Anna Richter (’12), Courtney Bain, Kate Traeger (nee Richter, ’07), Jacob Traeger, Natalie Cruse (nee Ahrens, ’07), Simon Pietsch (’03).

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An elaborate marriage Engagements proposal by Nathan Humpris to surprise his girlfriend Belinda Modra Felicia Williams (’83) and (’04). Justin Bellette on 31 May 2014 Nathan and two friends Belinda Modra (’04) and spent two hours sticking Nathan Humpris in July 2014 1500 handwritten notes to Belinda’s car, with Tricia Leske (’91) and Nathan the with the words ‘I Schumann on 19 April 2014 love you this much’. Phoebe Kretschmer (’06) to Stuart Colwill on 5 October 2014

Weddings

Elizabeth Nair (Thompson ’01) and Chris Nair on 26 October 2013 Ben Trewren (’08) and Madeleine Watson on 10 November 2013 Kate Traeger (Richter ’07) and Jacob Traeger on 7 December 2013

Births Archer William Pappin Andrew Pappin (’04) and Jessica Pappin, a son Archer William Pappin on 19 June 2014 Alexandra Buxton (Peters ’02) and Graham Buxton, a son Leo Alexander on 25 May 2014 Lynlee Jaensch (Walter ’98) and Philip Jaensch, a son Oscar James on 19 March 2014, brother to Lila and Elsie Tim Reilly (’99) and Rebekah Reilly, a daughter Elspeth Christina on 1 August 2014, sister to Ada Oscar James Jaensch

Obituaries Krieg, Elnora Melva (Heinrich Priebbenow, Rev Arthur (’52) ’45) on 22 April 2014 on 7 October 2014 Concordia has learnt of the following deaths in our Smith, Craig (’86) on 6 July From time to time, families and community. We extend our 2014 friends share with us memories sympathy and understanding to Uthmeyer, Dulcie (’37) on 24 of their loved ones. If you are their family and friends. July 2014 interested to receive further information, please contact Hansen, Martin (’35) on 20 Boschen, Kenneth (’40) on 22 Angela Warrick, COCA Liaison June 2013 August 2014 on (08) 8272 0444. Withers, Peter (’00) on 2 Matuschka, Marcus (’38) on March 2014 23 September 2014

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Back to Concordia Morning – Visiting classrooms with Louise Thomas, Back to Concordia Morning – Val Kretschmer has a sneak peek at the Matthew Bruening, Lois Inde and Louisa White. Dinner Menu with Louana Waldhuter

Generations of Concordians’ – L-R: Louise Thomas (‘80), Eden-Grace Back to Concordia Morning – Lawrie Schache and Pastor Ian Kleinig Bishop, Lyall Bishop Chair of (Concordia College Council 1984-1986), chatting with Ben Paior-Smith Barbara Bishop (‘54), Eliza Thomas and Nicholas Bishop (‘83).

Annual Reunion Dinner – L-R: Tim Geue, Noel Garden and Sharon Year 12 Food and Hospitality class that cooked and served dinner Geue

Annual Reunion Dinner – Sharon Kretschmer & Wendy Mainprize Annual Reunion Weekend, Sunday Lunch – Dorothy Brown & Vern Presser

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three-course meal, catered by Concordia’s Year Annual Reunion 12 Food and Hospitality students. Special guests included those celebrating the Class of 1954 Weekend 60 Year Reunion, those celebrating the Class of 1964 50 Year Reunion and a table of old The COCA Annual Reunion Weekend takes collegians from the Class of 1959. place in June and includes a vibrant program of activities for old collegians of different ages Sunday Lunch Back to Concordia Morning Over 50 old collegians of all ages and their partners and children enjoyed a relaxed buffet The weekend commenced on Friday 20 June lunch in The Suaviter. Around 20 members of the with the ‘Back to Concordia’ morning, attended Class of 1954 attended the lunch to mark their by around 30 old collegians, a number of whom 60-year anniversary. commenced at Concordia 70 or more years ago. Guests enjoyed a special program of activities, which started with morning Chapel. Reverend Ian Kleinig (Class of 1939) gave a short and entertaining address on student life at Concordia. Chapel was followed by classroom visits to the Media Centre, Murtoa and the Food Technology area, where those present had the opportunity to interact with students. Finally, guests convened in The Suaviter for morning tea and the opportunity to share memories and experiences of their time at the College.

Reunion Dinner Around 75 people attended the celebration dinner held in The Suaviter on Saturday evening. Guests enjoyed the opportunity to catch up with old friends and make new ones over a delicious Reminiscing – John Temme

60+ Lunch

On Tuesday 12 August 2014 around 120 old collegians who commenced at the College 60 or more years ago gathered in The Suaviter for a special celebratory lunch. The event program included a wonderful performance by the Concert Vocal Ensemble accompanied by Ms Bronwyn Elsegood and some sharing of stories and memories from several of the old collegians. The Year 9 Ambassadors assisted with front and back of house duties, providing exemplary service to an appreciative audience. Thank you to all who helped to make this event the success that is was and, in particular, Ms Sandra Hein who prepared a most delicious lunch for our guests. The old collegians had a wonderful afternoon.

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Class 1954 – 60 Year Reunion, 21 June 2014 Back L-R : John Marks, Judith Spencer (Semmler), Barry Greenberger, Graham Hein, Michael Schultz, Malcolm Twartz, Warwick Raymont, Ron Schache Front L-R : Bev Eckermann (Schulze), Dorothy Brown (Towk), Coral Coulter (Eckermann), Neta Awege (Bittner), Barbara Bishop (Zweck), Phillip Biggins Also at the Sunday lunch reunion from Class of 1954, but not shown in this picture, Shirley Gibbs (Eckermann), Alan McLean, Colleen Hurrell (Eichner), Coral Eggers (Schirmer), Leon Gutsche, Miriam McLean (Rosenberg), Pam Adam (Eckermann), Peter Kriewaldt

Class 1964 – 50 Year Reunion, 21 June 2014 L-R : Gabriel Kompo, Val Schache (Klante), Janice Traeger (Lauterbach), Dave Rosenberg, Barbara Eden (Byerlee), Robert Zweck, Anne Davis (Noack), Anthea Dumuid (Schultz)

Class 1974 – 40 Year Reunion, 25 July 2014 Back : Martin Schumacher, James Hansen, Tim Noske, Roland Schubert, Darryl Wood, Mark Hampel, Russell Heinrich Third Row : Ralph Foster, Mark Fortunatow, Kym Gladigau, Tim Hanckel, Julie Rackebrandt (Wiadrowski), Greg Nuske, Wendy Kruger, Martin O’Leary, Michael Partington Second Row : Heather Eaton (McIntyre), Dianne Cumberworth (Bormann), Julie Kaesler (Ambler), Julie Hage (Zacher), Beth Russell (Biar), Cathy Schultz Front : Christine Theil (Buik), Sue Spry (Kleinig), Chris Schild (Liersch), Joanne Boyd (Wilkinson), Margot Lochhead

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Eyre Peninsula Reunion, 2 August 2014 Front : Elaine Schumann, Cordi Munro, Alan Pfitzner Middle : Gwenyth Smith, Marcia Jericho, Leala Hoffmann, Ian Hall, Alan Schwarz, Sharon Geue Back : Patricia Lutz, Sue Spry, Tim Scholz, Mostyn Hetzel, Tim Fischer

North Queensland Reunion, Trinity Beach, Cairns, 9 August 2014 L-R : Caroline Cienciala (CC Staff 1996-2008), Kathy Tidmarsh (’62), Claire Souter (’63), Noel Noack (’61), Annette Gladigau (’61), Lisa Werchon, Heli Post- Werchon (’95)

Class 1984 – 30 Year Reunion, 26 September 2014 L-R: Paul Schwarz, Belinda Brown (Gray), Katrina Crispe (Wittwer), Felicity Evans (Bock), Stephanie Chambers (Priebbenow), Peter Pollnitz, Rosalie Crowder, Melanie Dancer, Trevor Matthews, Sonia Salzke (Kenney), Adrian Corston, Belinda Butler (Secomb), Jane Singleton (Rodway) 45 Cheltenham Street, Highgate SA 5063 T 08 8272 0444 F 08 8272 1463 E [email protected] www.concordia.sa.edu.au

2015: A Year of Celebrations

Twilight Tea Friday 13 March, 4.30pm The Quad, Concordia College

Concordia College Musical: ‘Godspell’ Thursday 26 March – Saturday 28 March Concordia College Chapel

Concordia 125 Year Celebration Service Sunday 24 May, 2pm Concordia College Chapel

Concordia Gala Ball: ‘Captured in a Dream’ Saturday 21 November, 7pm Adelaide Convention Centre

Further information about the anniversary celebrations will be available at www.concordia.sa.edu.au/about-us/ 125-year-anniversary/ in 2015.