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Trustees of Edmund Rice Education Australia trading as St Joseph’s Nudgee College 2199 Sandgate Road Boondall 4034, PO Box 130 Virginia 4014 p: +617 3865 0555 f: +617 3865 0500 e: [email protected] Editor Ms Tiff any Lloyd Contributors Mr Chris Cawley, Mr Anthony Connellan, Morgan Chippendale, Mr Marc Eslick, Mr Peter Fullagar, Mr Tony Gleeson, Mr Hugh Hamilton, Jack Hawkins, Ms Laura Jiew, Ms Tiff any Lloyd, Ms Samantha Martinuzzi, Keiran McCarthy, Mr Andrew McNamara, Mr Ken Mitchell, Conal O’Leary, Mr Vince Rao, Mr John Sayer, Mr Peter Todd Many thanks to Ms Annie Banks, Mr Jeff Campbell, Mr Paul Cazzulino, Mr Pat Conway, Mr Jack Dahms, Ms Bridie O’Dea, Mr Brett Foster, Mr Sean Graham, Mr John Hodder, Ms Victoria James, Ms Alison Kilgour, Mr Peter Kropp, Mr Tim Lang, Ms Alex Lightbody, Ms Barbara Mark, Ms Samantha Martinuzzi, Ms Anne Nugent, Mr Christian Oneto, Mr Andrew Scotney, Mr Mik Scott, Mr Greg Thorne, Mr Nick Toohey, Ms Rachel Wilson Photography Images courtesy of AV Crew, Brody Grogan Photography, Development and Communications team, Hugh Bray, Matt Hoff mann Media, Mr John Hodder, Mr Andrew Hook, Mr Andrew Taylor, Mr John Sayer, Nudgee College Archives, and others Graphic Designer Elliot Creative Design Co. ([email protected]) Content Editor Ms Carol Campbell Printing Screen Off set Printing

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Dear St Joseph’s Nudgee College community, There are days that unite a community unlike any other, and Saturday 15 September 2018 was one of those days for Nudgee College. It was a Premiership-winning home game for the 1st XV. It was a day when the two opposing sides prayed together after the match. It was a day when students from Papua New Guinea gathered in the middle of Ross Oval to raise an arm in solidarity and support of the Clark family. The specialness of this day is captured in Mr Peter Fullagar’s article on page four. This edition also features an insight into the fi rst Year 10 Immersion to Papua New Guinea, thoughts from the 2018 Seniors about their fi rst day at Nudgee College, the story behind the incredible artwork featured on this page, and much more. I hope you fi nd Brad Eastman’s mural in the Cleary Building. Credit: @beastman on Instagram. it an enjoyable read.

MS TIFFANY LLOYD Editor

4 A MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL 8 THE JOURNEYS OF THE 2018 SENIOR CLASS 10 THE TREACY JACARANDA TREE 12 THE GREAT DEBATE 14 ACADEMICALLY SPEAKING: ENRICHMENT 16 FOSTERING LEADERSHIP CAPABILITIES 18 THE INAUGURAL PAPUA NEW GUINEA IMMERSION ON THE COVER 2018 Year 12 leaders passing the College candle 20 CASE JUNIOR SPACE SCHOOL on to the 2019 leaders at Valedictory. 22 AIEF GRADUATION 23 BEAUTY CREATED BY THE BEASTMAN 24 TECHNOLOGY IN THE JUNIOR SCHOOL 26 FROM THE FOUNDATION 27 THE LAUNDRY TEAM

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28 PORTAL TO THE PAST • Chess 30 NC SNAPSHOT • Music Tour • Theatre Sports 33 STUDYING WITH THE A TEAM • Shake Fest 34 NC EVENTS • Track and Field • Inter-house Showcase 56 NC OLD BOYS • Awards Ceremony • NCOBA President’s Message • Mother’s Mass and Christmas Dinner • Memorial Mass • Grandparents Day • Barralong Corporate Rowing Regatta • Corey White’s Roadmap from Nudgee College • Nudgee Long Lunch • From Field to Farm • Wayne Wilson Luncheon • Study and Play USA • Open Morning • Senior Old Boys’ Reunion • Dimensions NC Art Festival • Golf Day • Ekka Cocktail Party • Rowing Abroad • Rugby Luncheon • A King Among Kings • Senior Valedictory Mass and Dinner • Sydney Reunion 44 NC ACTIVITIES • Toowoomba Reunion • GPS Centenary Year • Rugby • Year 11 Mentoring Breakfast • Basketball • Young Alumni Welcome Lunch • Cattle Club • In Memorium

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BEHIND THE STRIPES MAGAZINE_VOL 03_SEM 2_2018.indd 4 20/11/2018 2:19:45 PM Days such as Saturday 15 September 2018 occur very rarely, if ever, in school communities. There was a 1st XV Rugby match to be played 5 that day - a match that held much signifi cance to both The Southport School (TSS) and St Joseph’s Nudgee College given that this was the Premiership match in the Centenary year of the GPS Association.

Nudgee College and The Southport School students from Papua New Guinea gathered on Ross Oval in solidarity with Alexander Clark.

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This was only the third time in those This continues today and is evidenced brothers to the forefront. The roster of 100 years that the Premiership was to in the responses of many of our daily visits by staff and students. The be decided during a match between parents who contributed to the meals prepared by countless mums two undefeated teams in the fi nal Edmund Rice Education Australia and dads. The funds so generously round of competition. However, (EREA) online, nationwide survey raised and donated. The prayers this fi nal GPS fi xture against TSS was ‘Choosing a School’, which was off ered publicly and in private. These memorable for more than just the conducted earlier this year. The Rugby match. participation of Nudgee College gestures are emblematic of this deep Around the school that day there parents was the highest of any of the sense of community connection. Our was something akin to a carnival 40 schools involved, and consequently need to support Alexander and his atmosphere. Highlights of the day for the responses gave a valid indicator family is a long term commitment. many people included the gathering of our parental perspectives. The He will return to the College at of Papua New Guinea boys from both survey results tell us that when asked some point in 2019. As a faith fi lled schools in the centre of Ross Oval, the why parents had chosen Nudgee community we continue to pray for support generated by the Nudgee College for their sons, over 50 per the best possible outcome for him. College boys in the Grandstand cent answered ‘a school with a strong throughout the afternoon, the sense of community’. Other responses Our Strategic Plan has identifi ed countless reunions amongst a very also included our broad curriculum, community as one of the six values large number of Old Boys, and our academic success, our high that refl ect our traditions and current the community celebration at the standards of student conduct, and our practices, as well as our expression Boarders’ Bash that evening. This fi nal strong sporting opportunities. of the Touchstones from the EREA gathering also included the emotional This sense of community permeates Charter. Events such as that fi nal Wallaby Walk presentation to Old Boy the daily life of the College. However, Dom Shipperley (NC 2007-08). Of Rugby home game remind us all there were moments in recent times course, the exhilarating match with a that community is experienced when extraordinary events challenged nail-biting fi nish will be talked about and celebrated in many forms and but ultimately strengthened the for years to come. through a range of activities. I am Nudgee College community. I refer grateful to everyone who helped to Less public on that day were the specifi cally to the serious injury to post-match 1st XV presentations, Alexander Clark, one of our Year 9 create a day that will long live in the which also featured some indelible students. collective memory. moments. For the small crowd in Ryan Finally, I commend to you another Hall there were symbolic images of Alexander’s spinal injury in early both teams arm in arm celebrating August shook this community deeply. outstanding edition of Behind the ‘spirit of fellowship’ that has been We are a community that has always the Stripes, which captures other the tagline for the GPS Centenary year embraced athletic pursuit as a means dimensions of College life, as well and both teams praying together for of growth and development for our as many notable occasions and young men. We are a community with Alexander Clark’s recovery. accomplishments. a proud heritage in the game of rugby Beyond the joy of a memorable union. We are a community that has victory on Ross Oval, the thousands a long term and strong connection who were present on that day with Papua New Guinea. We are a experienced a deep sense of Right: Nudgee College students forming a heart member of the GPS Association in community and belonging. This on Ross Oval at lunchtime on 10 August in support which three other boys suff ered of Alexander Clark. sense of community is a defi ning and enduring quality of Nudgee College. spinal injuries of varying degrees Above: Dom Shipperley during his Wallaby Walk plaque presentation at the Boarders’ Bash. Indeed, for succeeding generations in a relatively short space of time. of young men and their families, In truth Alexander’s injury has brought Above left: Nudgee College and The Southport School 1st XV Rugby players praying the Lord’s the College has provided a deep our community spirit (i.e. Nudgee Prayer for Alexander Clark at the post-match connection. Spirit) and the power of 10,000 function in Ryan Hall.

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Premiership-winning GPS Rugby “Personally, I really experienced this match versus The Southport School. through Rowing where the culture “Celebrating with team mates, lifting was simply unmatched,” he said. the cup, saluting the grandstand “The program developed my with the Nudgee War Cry, and then resilience and determination in the celebrating with all my brothers from face of challenges, which allowed me the grandstand are memories etched to grow as a person overall.” in my mind forever,” he said. As a boarder, Timothy Hardy didn’t just Fellow Senior Gus Babao also began transition to a new school when he at Nudgee College as a young Year 5 started in Year 11; he also moved into student. As his father and brother had a new home. attended the College before him, he said he had had many expectations about “Nothing my family members who what his experience would be like. attended Nudgee College had said From the long walk through the guard could prepare me for the emotions I of honour to their fi nal Assembly, “I was equal parts nervous and excited, felt as I walked through the school for to the demanding weeks of exam and there were many questions the very fi rst time,” he said. block, to the joy and celebration of running through my head,” he said. the Valedictory Mass and Dinner, “After being greeted by warm “How was I going to navigate this the fi nal weeks of Year 12 can be welcomes and friendly handshakes, massive concrete and brick campus overwhelming, bittersweet or even I instantly felt a connection like to get to my class? Were my teachers a complete blur. The Seniors take no other school I had previously going to be nice? Was I going to make part in rituals that rightfully mark attended.” friends? And most importantly, how the signifi cance of the occasion, and long until Rugby season starts!” Similar to Timothy, Tristan Powell also their shared experience certainly moved into the Boarding Village last year. encourages a sense of unity. From 2011 to today, Gus said his perspective on the College had “The Murphy House Boarding staff While the end of their time as evolved drastically. particularly helped me feel like students at Nudgee College shares Nudgee College was home, which many commonalities, their beginnings “I have really come to appreciate the really encouraged me to immerse tell a diff erent tale. features of Nudgee College that at fi rst I never thought I would, such as myself in the journey ahead,” he said. Senior Joshua Flook began his the amazing art and drama facilities,” From his fi rst day to his fi nal moments Nudgee College experience in 2011 as he said. at the College, Tristan said he had a Year 5 student in the Junior School. “I came to Nudgee College wanting changed signifi cantly. “I felt nervous about the unknown on to be a rugby player, and now I am “Coming to Nudgee College, I didn’t my fi rst day, as the school seemed so about to leave with the ambition of have the greatest academic or rugby large and daunting,” he said. becoming an actor.” abilities, but I have learnt to approach “However, my fears quickly subsided College Vice Captain Finnien Mitchell all situations with a growth mindset,” when my Big Brother and class had a start at Nudgee College he said. teacher made me feel right at home.” diff erent from Joshua and Gus, “This has allowed me to improve as As a talented athlete, Joshua said the entering in Year 8. a person, a student and an athlete, sporting culture of the College has “My fi rst day at Nudgee College was and will be a valuable attribute for helped shape who he is today. long-awaited and I just remember succeeding in life beyond Nudgee “Pulling on the blue and white stripes walking to my diff erent classes and College. ignited a passion that is hard to put meeting so many new people,” he said. Whether they started in Year 5 or 11, into words,” he said. For Finnien, the sense of community were a day boy or a boarder, there A particular highlight he said was was a highlight of his Nudgee College is no doubt that Nudgee Spirit lives playing for the 1st XV in this year’s experience. strong in the minds of the class of 2018.

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The iconic Jacaranda Tree that has stood tall in front of the Treacy Building has been part of the Nudgee College landscape for generations.

In Term 3 it was discovered that the tree was no longer structurally sound, and thus needed to be removed. The Treacy Jacaranda Tree not only had aesthetic value but it is historically important, with College records indicating that it was planted in 1905 during Br Joseph Moroney’s tenure as Headmaster. To ensure this magnifi cent tree lives on in the story of Nudgee College, several cuttings were taken. These are showing promising signs of viability and may be replanted on campus to produce a new Jacaranda Tree that is botanically connected to the original. A few fl owers were also preserved and dried, and will be displayed in the Treacy Building. Additionally, the timber from the tree has been milled and will be used in the future.

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In honour of the GPS Centenary this year, St Joseph’s Nudgee College held the inaugural Great Debate on Thursday, 26 July.

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Hundreds gathered in Tierney through the ages, such as the late Fr Auditorium to watch Old Boys of the David Gough (NC 1958–60). 1980s debate Old Boys of the 2000s The opposing team, consisting of to decide whether ‘the olden days of Freddie Carlton-Smith (NC 2010–17), Nudgee College were the golden days Zach Arnold (NC 2008–14) and of Nudgee College’. Corbin Duncan (NC 2013–17), argued Director of Activities Mr Greg Thorne that Nudgee College was at its opened the event, producing a laugh peak now with the advancement of as he entered the stage dressed in a technology and teaching methods, university robe. Old Boy Toby Carrick as well as exceptional recent sporting (NC 2013–17) then took the reins as performances. emcee for the evening. The arguments were full of wit, The affi rmative team of Mr Luke passion and light-hearted banter, Ingham-Myers (NC 1983–88), Mr leaving the adjudicators, Principal Mr Jeremy Horwood (NC 1985–89) and Peter Fullagar and College Captain Mr Kieran McCarthy (NC 1979–83) Angus McDonald, with a tough emphasised the value of nostalgia, decision. the resilience of students who In the end, the older Old Boys were experienced Nudgee College life in victorious, but all agreed the bond of the “good old days”, and threw in a the 10,000 brothers remains strong few memories of iconic characters across every generation.

From left to right: Jeremy Horwood, Kieran McCarthy, Luke Ingham-Myers, Angus McDonald, Peter Fullagar, Toby Carrick, Corbin Duncan, Zach Arnold, and Freddie Carlton-Smith.

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Nudgee College’s Enrichment Program caters for students who exhibit outstanding aptitude and talent in various learning areas. Enrichment Program Leader Mr Pat Conway said the program aims to broaden the curriculum for such students in order that they develop knowledge, application, thinking skills, and attitudes at a level of complexity appropriate to their developmental stage.

Left: Robot project by Year 9 STEAM Enrichment students. Right: Year 9 STEAM Enrichment students Conor Holloway, Samuel Rogers, Lachlan Doherty, Ethan Bartley, and Will Mann.

“Students who engage in our blockchain works. They undertook mat. The challenge mat related to Enrichment Program will also be given a feasibility study as to how it could a central theme, in which students the opportunity to work with peers replace the Australian dollar. Instead developed a real-world solution to who share similar interests, aspirations of presenting their assignment subjects such as water conservation and abilities,” he said. in traditional methods, students or long term space fl ight. developed a website to showcase One such branch of the program their fi ndings. For the fi nal Term of Year 9 STEAM is the Year 9 STEAM (Science, Enrichment, students were given the Technology, Engineering, Arts, and In Term 2, the boys explored artifi cial opportunity to work on a project they intelligence (AI). They developed their Mathematics) Enrichment subject, were passionate about. These projects own AI programs, with capabilities which this year has been headed up were varied and included ventures that ranged from recognising voice by Mr Jack Dahms. such as creating a mobile phone commands, to classifying images, to “This subject is about empowering having human-like conversations. game, producing a documentary, and our students to explore an area of developing a website. From AI to robotics; in Term 3 the STEAM in an extremely engaging students completed a robotic The Enrichment Program is an integral and purposeful way,” he said. “The engineering challenge that required part of the school-wide approach possibilities are limitless.” them to design and code a Lego to teaching and learning, forming In Term 1, the students in the program robot from scratch to complete a part of the College’s commitment to explored how cryptocurrency and variety of missions on a challenge personalised learning.

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It is always a blessing to be in the I have set you an example that you • Be present at many College St Joseph’s Nudgee College Chapel should do as I have done for you. events to support your peers with the Year 11 students each Very truly I tell you, no servant is (not just the popular events) October when the next year’s College greater than their master, nor is • Be inclusive of all students, Captain, Vice Captains and Prefects are a messenger greater than the one particularly those who appear announced. There is so much energy who sent them. Now that you know to be struggling and joy. This year was no exception. these things, you will be blessed if • Complete the Duke of Edinburgh The announcement of the Senior you do them.” Program from Year 9 student leaders for the following - John 13:13-17s year is the end of a huge and • Captain a sporting team or lead comprehensive process. Each While most of us aren’t up to Jesus’s a cultural activity nominating Year 11 student hands standard, we can aim to be servant • Focus on getting to know the in an application pack, makes a pitch leaders through trying to build a names and stories of everyone in to his House, and is placed in a ballot truly inclusive community; cultivating your year level, i.e. be the and voted on by his Year 11 cohort a culture of trust (due to acting with ‘friendliest guy in the room’ and all his House members. He is also integrity); attempting to develop other leaders; encouraging the ‘heart’ interviewed by his House Dean and • Support your House charity (being relational); making sure to a Senior Leadership Team member. through action ‘sell instead of tell’; always thinking There is a further interview process for you, not me; trying to inspire a shared • Ask to be an Altar Server or College Captain and Vice Captain. vision; and acting with humility. Eucharistic Minister However, that is merely the process You could ask: How might all our • Ask your House Dean, “how I can at the end of a long and deliberate boys from Years 5 to 12 illustrate help my House?” journey, and one that boys have been leadership? Following are just a few on since they joined the College. • Be part of a unifi ed team in examples of the many ways in pursuit of positive common goals The recently released Strategic which boys can lead: Plan, Advancing Nudgee Spirit 2020, • Be Signum Fidei – ‘a Sign of Faith’ • Model the way in your challenges the College to “foster in everyday life at Nudgee College relationships with other boys and leadership capability” as one of fi ve by being a person of humility, staff , and in how you carry yourself priority areas for the boys’ education. respect, courage, collaboration, in everything you do Students are off ered many leadership justice, and someone who is opportunities throughout their • Ask your PC tutor how you might getting the most from their journeys. Student leadership is help the group liberating education celebrated in both the day school • Regardless of academic ability, • Actively think in each context and Boarding Houses. Leadership is get 100 per cent ‘G’ for ‘Good’ in you’re in, “how can I be a leading also a core unit in our weekly Student all subjects on your report card person in this space?” Formation lessons across a number by demonstrating 100 per cent of year levels. eff ort If all our young men were attempting these strategies, regardless of age, The model of leadership that is valued • Thank teachers or coaches the College would be more special by the College is the one actioned by each day Jesus: servant leadership. than it already is. It is our hope that • Join the Social Justice Program as our Nudgee College men walk “You call me ‘Teacher’ and ‘Lord,’ and get involved in something their path they are learning leadership and rightly so, for that is what I am. each Term skills and seeing leadership in action. Now that I, your Lord and Teacher, • Participate in many College It is just as much a deliberate part have washed your feet, you also activities with others to build of the curriculum as Maths, Science should wash one another’s feet. relationships and English.

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THE INAUGURAL PAPUA NEW GUINEA IMMERSION MR ANTHONY CONNELLAN

Our Immersion Program has the celebrate our commonality and to In 2018, a group Edmund Rice Education Australia build lasting friendships. of Nudgee College (EREA) Touchstones at its core, in Mr Ken Mitchell and I fl ew with six the sense that Year 10 students are students to Port Moresby in July for encouraged to embrace liberating night one of the fi rst PNG Immersion, Year 10 students educational experiences that open where we enjoyed a gathering with their hearts to other people and PNG-based members of the Nudgee travelled to Papua cultures. Immersion provides them College community. We slept at the with opportunities to undergo Emmaus Conference Centre at Boroko New Guinea for an signifi cant and meaningful service before boarding an early fl ight to learning, in which they explore the Wewak the next day. Callan Services Immersion for the world we live in by following Jesus’s National Unit (CSNU) Development teachings of love and compassion for Offi cer Mr Patrick Hikin met us at the fi rst time. Director of others. Students gain an appreciation airport. Callan Services, for people that everyone is diff erent but equal, with disabilities, was established in and that we can learn from every Wewak by the Christian Brothers Identity Mr Anthony person we meet. in PNG in 1991, when Br Graeme Connellan recaps An Immersion to Papua New Guinea Leach began the service there for the (PNG) is a genuine expression of education of children with disabilities. who we are as a Catholic school in This was done in collaboration with their experience. the Edmund Rice Tradition. We are the Catholic Diocese of Wewak, exploring the story of the Christian and eventually under government Brothers in a country that we at legislation when it was henceforth Nudgee College have such a strong known as Callan Inclusive Education and valued connection with, and Resource Centre (IERC) Wewak. we are reaching out to PNG people While in Wewak we spent time at the who are often forgotten in order to Divine Word University campus,

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Top Left: Student with PNG girl. Above Left: Students and staff with a group of locals. Left: The group’s bus driver with Samuel O’Bryan, Christian Setefano, Ken Mitchell, Vuli Anganjuan, Jacob Martin, Cooper Green, Isaac Babao, and Anthony Connellan Above: Year 10 students Isaac Babao and Jacob Martin with PNG girl.

where the CSNU and IERC Wewak is the memorial site where the beautiful traditional dance and song, based. The Centre has an enrolment Japanese surrendered in 1945 walked the pure white sand paths of 85 students aged 0 to 15 years and where a section of the war through the villages, and enjoyed with disabilities, 25 of whom attend air strip remains today. swimming, volleyball, story-sharing, each day, while the remaining The next leg of the Immersion saw and friendship building. 60 share their time between IERC us pile into two troop carriers for a There were too many highlights and mainstream school. During the 177km trip to Aitape. It took the best and memories to mention, but Nudgee College boys’ time with part of the day as road conditions what stood out for me was the beauty the IERC students, they learnt and river crossings were very of the islands, the simple but rich practical skills, including basic sign challenging. It was, however, another lives the local people enjoy and the language and braille, as well as great experience, featuring beautiful wonderful sense of community scenery and little villages where the strategies for teaching and working they share. with children with disabilities. locals gave us friendly smiles and Most importantly though, the waves as we passed by. The fi nal leg of our trip sent us back to teachers and students of IERC Wewak In Aitape, we enjoyed a traditional Port Moresby to visit the Kokoda Track taught us lessons of gratitude, welcome dance and a second and Bomana War Cemetery, which inclusiveness and how to make the rendition of the PNG national anthem was another humbling experience. most of every day. by the students at the local IERC. We were able to embrace a small piece of Kokoda Track history by Highlights include the moment a While we were in Aitape, we were able to spend time in the classroom at the visiting Owers’ Corner and walking girl suff ering blindness sang her about 750m into the Track and back. favourite song Jesus Gave Us Paw Paw, IERC, as well as visiting several other witnessing the confi dence and pride local schools. The entire Immersion was an of the IERC students as they sang the The trip also included a visit to the unbelievable experience, rich with PNG national anthem, and a beach islands of Aitape – Seleo, Ali and lessons, memories and lasting trip that was so enjoyable, all students Tumleo. We spent two or three hours friendships. My hope is that this is fi rst were still in the water long after we with each island community, which of many Nudgee College Immersion were scheduled to leave. We also unfortunately didn’t nearly do them trips to PNG, because we still have managed to visit Cape Wom, which is justice. We were welcomed with much to learn.

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CASE JUNIOR SPACE SCHOOL MORGAN CHIPPENDALE AND KEIRAN MCCARTHY

During the June and July school holidays, we and 17 of our peers from Years 7 to 9 participated in the CASE Junior Space School Program.

We travelled to the United States After an action packed fi rst week, to visit leading space and science we travelled to Huntsville, where we organisations, including the NASA were able to experience simulated Johnson Space Center and the astronaut training courses and Museum of Natural Science in space launches. The courses utilised Houston, Texas and the U.S. Space and real equipment that astronauts use Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama. and train with each day to equip We partook in a range of STEAM- themselves with the skills needed related activities, including simulated to live on the International Space missions for astronaut training. We Station. During the launches we also had the opportunity to hear gained experience in mission lectures by NASA engineers. control, launching a space shuttle As part of the program, we were able and working on projects on the to learn and apply the skills of critical International Space Station, all of thinking and problem solving. We had which certainly emphasised the value to work together as part of a team of teamwork and persistence. Overall on challenges aimed at developing the trip was a great experience and initiative and leadership. being part of the tour group was a We spent most of our fi rst week in privilege. We would like to thank Ms Houston taking part in a large variety Bridie O’Dea for giving up her holidays of hands-on tasks, such as a shark to travel with us on the tour, for looking dissection, DNA testing, and many after us and making sure we always other interactive activities. We were also had fun. Thank you also to all of the able to learn about Newton’s laws and parents for giving us the opportunity how they correlate with how modern to experience this life changing trip day spacecraft fl y and function. that we will never forget.

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AIEF GRADUATION MS TIFFANY LLOYD

In September, St Joseph Nudgee the College – his fi rst ever cheering College Year 12 student Joe Franciscus practice. Reuben spoke at the Australian “From the very fi rst cheer, I was Indigenous Education Foundation standing side by side with my mates (AIEF) graduation ceremony at Luna and listening as the cheers echoed off Park in Sydney. More than 70 students the walls across Ross Oval,” he said. from across the country attended the ceremony, which coincided “It was a moment that gave me goose with celebrations for the AIEF’s 10th bumps.” anniversary. Nudgee College Seniors Clay In his ceremony address, Joe spoke Combarngo, Jangala Bennet, Martin about moving from a small town in Pascoe, Jake Tighe, Rory Frazer, central west Queensland to attend Alex Preval, and Denzel Tulloch also school at Nudgee College, the attended the AIEF ceremony. This was challenges he faced and his triumphs the fi rst time AIEF-supported Year 12 in the blue and white. students throughout Australia came “Although it was hard, it was a together for a national graduation challenge I was confi dent I could service. overcome because I knew it was an After the formal ceremony had opportunity I simply could not pass concluded, the students took up,” he said. advantage of the Luna Park location to During his speech Joe recalled one enjoy a sunset ride on the ferris wheel of his most cherished memories at overlooking Sydney Harbour.

Above: (Left to right) Martin Pascoe, Rory Frazer, Denzel Tulloch, Clay Combarngo, Joe Franciscus Reuben, and Jake Tighe at Luna Park Left: Joe Franciscus Reuben.

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It is not every day a professional artist weaves his magic in your classroom. Head of Art Ms Samantha Martinuzzi recaps this experience.

In Week 3 of Term 4 this year, we were on one of the tennis courts at Rod had the opportunity to watch him extremely fortunate to welcome Laver Arena in Melbourne. work and create artworks inspired one of Australia’s best contemporary As part of his residence, Brad gave by him while he was painting. The artists. Brad Eastman (aka Beastman) a presentation about his career as a inspiration students and staff gained was our artist-in-residence and professional artist. In addition, he ran from his bright and colourful mural completed a huge mural, which a very special workshop with a group will continue for many years to come. transformed the main space in the of students who enthusiastically The Nudgee College Art department is Cleary Building. Brad has worked learned spray painting techniques and grateful for the support of the Nudgee all over the world exhibiting and completed great individual artworks College Arts Committee, who funded painting large-scale murals. His most under his guidance. this once in a lifetime project with recent work prior to his residency at All Art students were able to benefi t some of the funds raised through the Nudgee College was to paint a mural from Brad’s time at the College as they Dimensions NC Art Festival in Term 3.

Brad Eastman (back row, far right) with Nudgee College Art students and staff .

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How does St Joseph’s Nudgee College use technology in classrooms in a way that enables boys to access the curriculum in an innovative way? Director of Junior School Mr Chris Cawley responds.

At Nudgee College we have the pristine forests before farming started. available online, teachers in the Junior advantage of every student having They can then explore the impact School can develop their own directly his own device. This provides teachers of deforestation on the same area, linked to the content of our courses. with the opportunity to utilise before fi nally examining the impact It is a great tool with which to revise several online tools to enhance our of unsustainable palm oil production at the end of a unit, and an excellent curriculum delivery. Following are on the environment and the people extension activity for students to descriptions of some of our favourite of this region. All this takes place from create their own Kahoot! quizzes. resources: the comfort of their classroom. We Students need a good understanding are also able to use this technology of the content taught if they are going to create a quiz for their peers that VIRTUAL REALITY to explore our solar system in Year 5 classes. is thought-provoking. The challenge HEADSETS lies in creating incorrect answers that These headsets allow our students make their fellow classmates carefully KAHOOT! to venture to places anywhere in the consider their responses. Often world. Year 6 students are studying Kahoot! quizzes are one of our these quizzes are created in small palm oil production in Borneo for students’ most popular online tools. groups, so the opportunity for boys to their Humanities and Social Sciences They are interactive and play to collaborate with their peers in such a (HASS)/Geography unit. Using this the competitive nature of boys. rich learning experience is an added technology, students can visit the While there are hundreds of quizzes bonus.

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MATHS ONLINE screen for the whole class to see. This PROGRAMS technology is used to demonstrate a variety of activities, such as planning Every student has access to a variety of online programs to assist them a story in English, plotting a graph or with their understanding of all measuring an angle using a protractor mathematical concepts. The programs in Maths, and recording results in a and applications we use are relevant Science experiment. to the Australian Curriculum. Our latest product, Mangahigh, is proving GOOGLE SITES extremely popular with our students. The boys can complete tutorials to Google Sites is a fantastic platform further their understanding and then for students to be able to access test their knowledge with a quiz. a wide variety of resources that These quizzes target the boys’ levels complement what they are learning and adjust questions to match their in the classroom. The videos fi lmed ability. This follows the same platform on the lightboard are usually found that online NAPLAN testing follows. on their cohort’s website, along with advancement and enrichment LIGHTBOARD VIDEOS documents. The site also contains links This resource is often used to fi lm to related websites, support resources videos based on mathematical for assignments, along with lots concepts and has proven to be more. These sites allow our students a valuable support resource for to access our PowerPoints and all students struggling to understand a resources related to each subject. concept. Every mathematical concept covered in the Junior School has a FLIPGRID video constructed by our own staff to assist students and parents with This online program allows students their understanding. Assignment to use their own devices to fi lm Top: Junior School students with virtual reality goggles. task sheets are also explained using themselves creating short videos in Above: Year 6 Google Site. this technology, which allows a response to a teacher-led activity or Left: Junior School Curriculum Program Leader Mr Paul Cazzulino student to be very clear on what they question. The program is particularly working on the lightboard. are required to do to successfully useful for students with writing complete the work. diffi culties because it gives them another way to demonstrate their OVERHEAD CAMERAS knowledge. This online tool can These are small cameras that connect also be used to get feedback from directly with a teacher’s laptop to students on recent studies, excursions fi lm what is happening on their or experiences on retreats, which can desk. Teachers then project what be made readily available for both they are doing onto the whiteboard staff and students as needed.

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As the 2018 school year begins to wind down, so concludes my fi rst year ‘in the saddle’ as St Joseph’s Nudgee College’s Foundation Manager. It was Term 4, 2017, when I was astounded to learn of the College’s Year 12 traditions and the deliberate focus on what the Senior year group had achieved, both collectively and individually as young men. The intentional ‘spotlighting’ on the graduating cohort is a beautiful and powerful tradition.

Shining a light on something contemplated and undertaken with pleasantly surprised by all things shows up both perfections and unwavering integrity. Nudgee College, and it is solely imperfections. Some might say that So, what does the Nudgee College because of this experience that this process of scrutiny is key to Foundation do that requires such I encourage you to keep a keen eye out for how you can join me developing integrity. In my view, this integrity, and why is the role so and the Foundation in future- characteristic is one that radiates out important? of Nudgee College men. Wikipedia proofi ng Nudgee College for this The Foundation is a critical ‘cog’ in the would tell you that the meaning and forthcoming generations. It is Nudgee College machine, and assists of integrity is “the quality of being the integrity of its members and with delivering and maintaining honest and having strong moral the tradition of ‘togetherness’ that exceptional facilities without principles”, with an alternate meaning continues to make this Nudgee adversely impacting the opportunities being “the state of being whole and College community strong. families have to send their sons to undivided”. Integrity is, I believe, the My role as the Foundation Manager the College. The Foundation is the has been to assess, learn, plan, and cornerstone of the Nudgee College philanthropic arm of the College, then deliver on ways that assist community. and my role over the past 12 months Nudgee College with remaining as I have the privilege of being both the has been about bringing Foundation accessible tomorrow as it always has Nudgee College Foundation Manager activities to the forefront within the been. and a Nudgee College parent, and it is College community, understanding this dual role that gives me a unique the landscape, and seeking out understanding of both external opportunities to deliver on its role expectations and internal Nudgee of being that ‘enabling cog’ in the College drivers, which brings me back Nudgee College machine. This process to that word ‘integrity’. In the context of organisational introspection has of my role within the Nudgee College allowed me to learn much about Foundation, the internal Nudgee Nudgee College as an organisation, as College drivers, and the external well the wider College community. expectations, it is vital that each and As I’ve explored and learnt over every action of the Foundation is the past 12 months, I have been

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THE LAUNDRY TEAM MS TIFFANY LLOYD

It takes a village of people to care for the boys of St Joseph’s Nudgee College, particularly the boarders who call Nudgee College their home away from home. One integral part of this village is the Laundry team, who provide a valuable service for students, as well as parents and staff members.

From labelling garments, to ensuring employed at the College for 25 years, The Laundry is managed by Ms Alex lost property can be returned to its as well as Ms Christine Zammit, who Lightbody, who has been employed rightful owner, to washing and ironing has 22 years under her belt. To have at the College since 2013. Alex is also uniforms, making covers for musical three staff members in a department the College’s Workplace Health and instruments, and laundering lab coats of only 11, each with more than 20 Safety Offi cer, and Fire Safety Advisor. and aprons – among other tasks – the years of experience in the workplace, work completed by the Laundry week is a testament to their commitment “I am very proud of my in and week out is seemingly endless. and to the positive environment wonderful Laundry team,” The College Laundry also provides a cultivated in the College Laundry. mending and altering service, which Alex said. “Coming to work is tended to by seamstress Ms Denise Other members of the wonderful Ramsden. Denise is a dedicated, long- Laundry team include Ms Kathy every day is a pleasure.” serving staff member, having worked Kettleton, Ms Annie Mackell, Ms Shae at the College since 1993. Other long- Payne, Ms Valda Kennedy, Ms Deanne Left to right: Valda Kennedy, Shae Payne, Annie Mackell, Denise Ramsden, Alex Lightbody, serving fellow Laundry staff members Kennedy, Ms Angel Pollard, and Ms Christine Zammit, Nicole Martin-Harman, are Ms Sue Lake, who has also been Nicole Harman. Susan Lake, Kathy Kettleton, and Angel Pollard.

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PORTAL TO THE PAST MR JOHN SAYER

As the College Archivist, Mr John As there are two courts among 200 many a friendship was forged on this Sayer gathers stories and artefacts boys one must not expect to have a concrete playground. Size did not from Nudgee College’s many monopoly of the courts. A law is about matter as much as skill, anticipation, memorable moments in time. Here, to be enforced concerning this matter subtlety, and speed. The ability to he shares a few of his favourite stories and let us hope it will be obeyed. It is endure the throb of a hand that he has come across recently. that one four is to have the court for 30 had been used was helpful and the minutes only. This being so we all hope surprise skillset of being ambidextrous to have a game per week. would often catch an opponent HANDBALL AT napping. NUDGEE COLLEGE The College Champion in 1935 was Francis Gaven (NC 1934-37) and the The Nudgee Collegian from October last recorded College Champion was ITALIAN RUGBY 1935 recounts the wonderful Ian McLean (NC 1969-73) in 1973. The courts were usurped in the 1970s to Thanks to Shelby Trappey (NC 2002–08) playground sport of handball. Not the for the following update regarding two handball aka hand tennis that lads make way for the necessary expansion of the College footprint. former exchange students from Italy. play today, but the game played on Marco Barbini and Alberto Benittin outside courts very similar in design Handball was Irish in its origins; thus were two Italian exchange students to squash courts. The account reads it was common to see the Brothers who came to St Joseph’s Nudgee as follows: playing the game after school hours. It was yet another way those amazing College for Term 3 of 2007. Handball, one of the greatest of all men engaged with the young men They were both Petrarca Rugby Club games, is perhaps the most popular they were committed to educating. junior players, which is the rugby club game at Nudgee. Although in 1934 and From one who had the pleasure and in Padua, Italy, where Australian rugby 1935 it was a wonder one did not see privilege of playing this old school union great David Campese played grass covering the courts. It is still the version of the modern game, it is true in the 1980s. At the time, Zane Hilton game of the school. This year there has to say that handball taught fellows (NC 1995–98) was coaching rugby in been a great revival of the game. It is many of society’s basic skills and that region, and recommended the hoped that the great enthusiasm shown etiquettes. The game allowed for boys go on exchange to St Joseph’s by all will not wane. engagement across the years and Nudgee College if they wanted to

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play in Australia. I would also like to highlight the their instructor made eff ective use of Former staff member Mr Brian O’Reilly amazing ‘word craft’ of the schoolboy blackboard diagrams and explained really rated them; he told anyone and editors of the Collegian: most lucidly the various details of everyone in the dormitories that if All one hears now are gibberish rumours diffi cult movements. They registered we were able to retain them in 2008 concerning the Italian–Abyssinian excellent results in the rifl e drill and (and with a full year of training in our dispute. The little lake of Geneva is Commandant Col. Lister expressed his Rugby Program) they would have the cynosure of public attention, and satisfaction at the systematic and tidy been in the mix for 1st XV jerseys. daily the prolix speeches of the league manner in which the camp was pitched. Marco and Alberto were both capped are read with growing interest by the Enough that they merited the esteem for Italy. Alberto debuted for Italy expectant world. In these circumstances and eulogistic tribute of the military against Canada in 2012 and Marco we deem it worthy to outline the military authorities. debuted for Italy against Ireland activities of that now extinct body ‘the From the day of their inception, the Nudgee College Cadets’. in the Six Nations Fixtures. Alberto Nudgee College Cadets were “In Fide still plays professionally for Petrarca, In June 1909 the Nudgee College Cadets et in Bello Fortes”. When the Great War while Marco plays professionally were inaugurated at the instigation of broke out many of us joined in spirit with for Benetton. While I think it is a fair Principal Rev Br McGee (sic). There were stretch of the bow to claim their rugby the poet in saying two companies, ‘J’ and ‘K’, and each was achievements in the upper echelons “O! she is a rich and rare land; to have a minimum roll call of 60. From of Nudgee College lore, it is certainly the outset the movement was taken up O! she is a fresh and fair land; thrilling to follow their success. with keen interest, and a friendly rivalry This native land of mine.” sprang up between them. ARMY CADETS AT NUDGEE And they testifi ed their patriotism by In the year of their inception the Nudgee COLLEGE fi ghting bravely for her. College Cadets were taken to Wynnum The October 1935 edition of the for a special encampment of fi ve days’ The J. J. Delahunty Trophy was struck Nudgee Collegian has provided duration. Here they proved themselves to be awarded to the Champion another wonderful insight into a to be excellent soldiers. They received Platoon. It can be viewed in the proud part of the College’s history. instruction in the art of warfare and College Museum.

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Left: This year’s annual Walk to the Philippines, held on the last day of Term 3, raised more than $35,000 to support social justice work in the Philippines. Above: Year 12 student Connor Corlet has been awarded a gap year scholarship by Student Horizons to spend 2019 in the United Kingdom. The keen cricketer will be playing club cricket while overseas, as well as working in the physical education department of a school. Right: Year 11 student Sigi Beschel recently competed in the Oceania Football Confederation Under 16 Championship as a member of the Papua New Guinea team. Below: Recently Sam Schimming (right) was selected as a trumpeter for the Australian Honours Ensemble Program, and Michael La Monaca (left) was selected to sing in the choir for the State Honours Ensemble Program. Sam is also off to Glasgow in 2019 to take part in the Band Honours Program of Scotland. The boys both took part in a one week music camp with the Brisbane Conservatorium of Music, working with the best student musicians in the country, and culminating in a concert to showcase their talents.

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Top: In September, Oliver Meyer was recognised at Parliament House for his role in a major rescue on North Stradbroke Island in April 2018 while patrolling for the Point Lookout Surf Life Saving Club (SLSC). This rescue was awarded Surf Life Saving Australia’s (SLSA) National Rescue of the Month. Oliver (centre) is pictured with Graham Ford AM (SLSA President), David Westby (Point Lookout SLSC), Chris Jacobson (SLSA Chair of Lifesaving), and Adam Weir (SLSA Chief Executive Offi cer). Bottom: For the third year in a row, Nudgee College students and staff took part in Arbor Day festivities by planting trees on campus. Through the combined eff orts of students in the NC Sustainability Crew, boarders and Cattle Club members, 50 native trees were planted adjacent to the O’Reilly Agricultural Centre.

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Above: Year 8 student Charlie Dezius studying with his tutor. STUDYING WITH Below: Year 8 student Axel Facey studying with his tutor. THE A TEAM MS TIFFANY LLOYD

At the beginning of Term 3, the feedback from the boys has been College’s Year 7 and 8 boarders began overwhelmingly positive. a six month trial of a new study Several students praised their program run by academic mentoring service A Team Tuition. tutors for helping them study more effi ciently, while others enjoyed In addition to helping students with completing extra challenges provided their assignments, homework and by their tutors to enhance their study study, the A Team Tuition tutors assisted students with strategies to session. develop their own study habits. Due to the success of the program, Head of O’Brien Boarding House the A Team Tuition Program will Mr Jeff Campbell said the students be extended to Year 9 students as have really enjoyed the program and well in 2019.

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Inter-house Showcase.

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Thousands packed into the Christian Brothers’ Conference Centre on Monday 29 October to witness one of the College’s most popular events 35 – Inter-house Showcase. The boys danced, sang, acted, and laughed along as they performed their House mash-up of songs. The College’s music ensembles also took to the stage to delight the crowd, providing a change of pace to the hijinks of the House performances. In the end, the panel of parent judges awarded fi rst place to Ross House for the fi rst time in the history of the event.

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Awards Ceremony Hundreds of students, parents and friends gathered in the Christian Brothers’ Conference Centre on Monday 5 November to celebrate the exceptional achievements of students, staff and community members in 2018 at the annual Awards Ceremony.

In between presentations to • Sam Sciacca Memorial Award award winners, the audience was for Character and Citizenship: entertained by Art presentations, Jack Hawkins video highlights from throughout the • Old Boys’ Award for Outstanding year (produced by Year 12 student Hugh Bray) as well as performances Service to the College: Max Vacca from many of the College’s music • Kelleher Family Award for ensembles and the Cultural Group. Consistent, Unrecognised Year 12s Gus Babao, George Williams, Achievement: William Stark Angus Shaw, and Jacob Chick also performed an excerpt from • Caltex All-Rounder Award for Shakespeare’s play Much Ado About Study, Activities and Service: Nothing, which had earned them Will Harris second place at Shake Fest earlier • University of Queensland this year. Application to Lifelong Learning: Senior students who exhibited Ryley Robertson extraordinary eff orts were presented • John Francis Treacy Award For with Awards of Distinction on the Service to the Boarding night, including: Community: Zedidiah Kiwai • James J Delahunty Award for • Br J G Hodda Memorial Award Sportsman of the Year: Joshua Flook for Leadership and Diligence: Angus McDonald, Daniel Atkinson, • Cultural Events Committee Tevita Kaitu’u, Will Harris, Finnien Creative Arts Award for Excellence Mitchell, and Lawson Saurels in the Arts: Thomas Jackson • Lawrie Cusack Signum Fidei • Shirley Agnew Memorial Award Award for a Student who Displays for Outstanding Participation: Noah Robertson and Callum Rorison the Qualities of our College Motto ‘A Sign of Faith’: Stephen Lean • W A Collins Memorial Award for Conduct, Study and Sport: • Dux of the College: William Petcos Angus McDonald A detailed list of award winners from • W Carlton-Smith Memorial Award all year levels can be found in the for Leadership, Study and Sport: 2018 College Annual, which will be Kai Fiechtner published in early 2019.

Right: Dux of the College William Petcos at the College Awards Ceremony.

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Each year the Ladies’ Auxiliary and Past Mothers’ Association host the Mother’s Christmas Mass and Dinner. The event, held on Saturday 10 November, had previously been held in the McKennariey Centre; however, this year the mothers gathered in the Chapel for Mass before moving to the Christian Brothers’ Conference Centre to enjoy a buff et dinner, beverages and entertainment. It was a wonderful event to cap off the school year and to lead into the festive season. Many thanks to the Ladies’ Auxiliary and Past Mothers’ Association for organising this event.

Grandparents Day

On Saturday 25 August, grandparents of students were invited to the College to enjoy a morning tea with their families in the Boarders’ Dining Room. Hundreds of people turned up to enjoy the delectable spread of pastries, sweets, sliders, and beverages on off er. Several Old Boys were among the grandparents and commented on how much the College had changed since their time there. It was a wonderful opportunity for community members to gather as a family, and to meet and reconnect with friends.

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The regatta is the culmination of a ‘learn to row’ program, where competitors develop their skills in a safe, supportive and fun environment. Students from the College’s Rowing Program take part in this event as coaches and coxes for the crews. Participants competed with great spirit and were well supported by spectators on the banks of the Brisbane River. Barralong is one of Rowing’s major fundraising ventures for the year, with a portion of funds contributed to the College’s Social Justice Program. This year there was also a raffl e to raise funds to support Alexander Clark and his family. Thank you to the Rowing Support Group, particularly Ms Barbara Mark, as well as Activities staff for their contribution to the success of the regatta.

Nudgee Long Lunch

This year’s Nudgee Long Lunch was an outstanding success, with more than 700 people gathering on Ross Oval for an afternoon of food, music and fun. In its third year, the Long Lunch continues to be an extremely popular occasion, selling out months ahead of the event date. The warm Brisbane August weather combined with wonderful company provided a perfect atmosphere for the afternoon. Thank you to the Ladies’ Auxiliary for their support of the Nudgee Long Lunch, and thank you to Ms Alysia Bridger for leading the event.

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Wayne Wilson Luncheon

The annual Wayne Wilson Luncheon once again attracted a crowd of keen sports enthusiasts to Eaton’s Hill Hotel in October. Racing royalty Mr Bart Sinclair OAM emceed the event, and was joined on stage by special guest speakers Former Rugby League star Mr Alfi e Langer and former Australian Test cricketer Mr Greg Chappell. Guests were treated to a three-course meal and beverages, bid on auction items, tried their luck to win a series of raffl e prizes, and enjoyed the company of their fellow Nudgee College Cricket supporters. The funds raised at the event went towards the enhancement of the Cricket Program and the Alexander Clark trust. A special thanks to the Cricket Support Group for organising another fantastic event.

Above: Alfi e Langer and Bart Sinclair OAM at the Wayne Wilson Luncheon.

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The College held an Open Morning on Tuesday 14 August, giving prospective parents an opportunity to observe how the College operates during a standard school day. Visitors were treated to tours of the College led by students and teachers. The event culminated in a Q&A session in Tierney Auditorium where attendees could direct questions to the Principal, the College Captain, parents, teachers, and students. The College holds an Open Day in May and an Open Morning in August each year, but families are also welcome to book a private or group tour. For more information about exploring the College, email [email protected].

Left: Tevita Mapa at the College’s Open Morning. Below: Natalie Webber, Nicholas Conway and Randall Corless on the Q&A panel at the College’s Open Morning.

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Above: Dimensions Art Festival. Dimensions NC Art Festival Below: Heather Trethowan, Peter Trethowan, Jo Curran, and Paul Curran at the Dimensions NC Art Festival. From Friday 24 August to Monday 27 August, Tierney Auditorium housed an array of exquisite artworks for the annual Dimensions NC Art Festival.

The Opening Night Gala kicked off The works of feature artists Mr the festivities, with guests enjoying Paul Smith (photography), Mr Cory an evening of fi ne food, beverages Salmond (2D) and Ms Clairy Laurence and entertainment as they marvelled (ceramics) dazzled attendees, as at the art on display. Several College did that of the contingent of highly ensembles, as well as Nudgee College talented guest artists. The College’s Art Old Boy Mr Finn Diggles (NC 2011–16) students also displayed their pieces, to delighted the crowds with their music the delight of proud parents and art sets. This year the entertainment enthusiasts. line-up also featured comedian and Nudgee College Old Boy Corey Thank you to Mr Raoul Carmody and White (NC 2005–06), whose story is the College Arts Committee for all the featured in the Old Boys section of this hard work they put in to ensure the magazine. success of Dimensions 2018.

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Ekka Cocktail Party On Wednesday 8 August, the Nudgee Board members, parents of Cattle College community gathered for Club and Show Team students and, the inaugural Ekka Cocktail Party, fi nally, supporters and sponsors of which celebrated the rich tradition of the Cattle Club and Show Team, Above: Brian O’Reilly, Peter Fullagar, Bec Raven, connecting with rural families, as well including Rode Road Meats and Paul Raven, and Megan McNicholl OAM at the as the achievements of the College’s Ekka Cocktail Party. Bos Indictus Cattle Co. Cattle Club and Show Team. This Below: Tracey Hawkins, Shaun McKeown, Julie Cammack, Cate Barrett, and Tony Raduntz event took place at the Alliance Hotel Principal Mr Peter Fullagar was at the Ekka Cocktail Party. and was a great success. pleased with the success of the More than 70 people attended, evening and is looking forward to comprising Nudgee College staff , hosting this event annually.

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Above: Byron Ralston, Phoenix Hunt and St Joseph’s Rugby Luncheon Greg Martin at the St Joseph’s Rugby Luncheon. Below: Finnien Mitchell and Ken Mitchell Now in its fourth year, the St Joseph’s One of the most stirring moments, at the Valedictory Mass and Dinner. Rugby Luncheon provides a perfect however, was when the 2017 pre-match event ahead of the famous 1st XV Captains from both schools, Nudgee College versus Gregory Mr Phoenix Hunt (NC 2016–17) and Terrace GPS Rugby round. More than Mr Byron Ralston, spoke about their 600 supporters from the schools came experience in the fi nal moments of together on Friday 27 July to celebrate last year’s dramatic fi xture, which the rivalry and brotherhood between ended in a kick on full time to secure these two great schools and to raise a Nudgee College victory. funds for both rugby programs. Triple M radio host Mr Greg Martin emceed A special thanks to the Rugby Support the event and comedian Mr Lawrence Group members for their tireless work Mooney provided the comic relief. organising the event.

Senior Valedictory Mass and Dinner The Senior class of 2018 had their to the Christian Brothers’ Conference fi nal time in their blue and white Centre to enjoy a three-course meal striped blazers on Thursday 15 and the formal presentation of November at the Senior Valedictory graduation certifi cates. As a symbol Mass and Dinner. The evening began of the boys’ transition from students with Liturgy of the Eucharist in the to Old Boys, the Seniors were also McKennariey Centre, celebrated by gifted with NCOBA ties. Many tears Nudgee College Old Boy Fr Marty were shed, and laughs shared at this Larsen (NC 1989–92). Students, most fi tting event to end the Seniors’ parents and staff then made their way journey as Nudgee College students.

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GPS Rugby.

GPS CENTENARY YEAR between the member schools that extend back to 1918. 2018 marked 100 years since the formation of The Great Public Schools “Over those many years, countless (GPS) Association of Queensland. young men have shared in an education in a GPS school and the From the spectacular GPS Music camaraderie that exists between the Showcase in Term 1, to the exciting schools,” he said. Track and Field Championships in Term 4, this Centenary year has been “These shared experiences, past and one of fellowship, commitment, present, are the basis of our Centenary creativity, competition, and friendship. celebration and it is my hope that as College Principal and 2018 a legacy of the Centenary, we will be Chairperson of the GPS Association an even closer and, therefore, even Mr Peter Fullagar said we are all stronger GPS Association in the years benefi ciaries of the deep connections to come.”

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BEHIND THE STRIPES MAGAZINE_VOL 03_SEM 2_2018.indd 45 20/11/2018 2:20:31 PM RUGBY in Sigatoka, which is a project funded which culminated in a fi nal round by Nudgee College; and ran coaching Nudgee College versus The Southport 46 FIJI TOUR clinics for local students. The group School clash to determine the also managed to meet the Fiji Rugby For the second year in a row, Nudgee Premiership winners. This rare, grand 7s team, who were staying at the College sent a group of rugby players fi nal-esque match saw thousands same resort for a duration of the trip. and staff to Fiji for a sporting and fl ock to Ross Oval to witness history in service tour. It was a relaxing start to While many great games of rugby the making. the tour, with an easy fl ight followed were played, there were also many The blue and white put in a mighty by a dip in mud pools and hot springs. poignant moments. From Nudgee eff ort to get up 24-0 by half time; College students standing arm in arm however The Southport School The boys’ fi rst games, versus with their Fijian counterparts while managed to claw back the margin Ratu Navula College, proved to they sang a Fijian Hymn, to seeing the to level the scores with fi ve minutes be resounding wins with strong progress of the kindergarten building to go. One fi nal try proved to be the performances as well as plenty of project, it was a trip the students are match-winning play, and thus the 1st room for development. And improve unlikely to forget. they did, with great matches versus XV earned Nudgee College’s 42nd Lelean Memorial School and Nabua GPS SEASON Rugby Premiership in the Centenary Secondary School in the days that year of the GPS Association. followed. This GPS season will go down as one for the ages for Nudgee College’s While the action on the fi eld during In between many rugby games, 1st XV. The season began with a the fi nal round was outstanding, the boys managed to visit Yanuca resounding win versus Brisbane State there were several moments across Island for a day of snorkelling, High School. This trend continued, day that were special for reasons swimming and beach volleyball; with the team emerging victorious beyond rugby. Further details about went on a jet boat ride along the in the games that followed. The the signifi cance of this home game Sigatoka River; visited the Yavulo Southport School was also enjoying day are featured on page four of this village kindergarten construction site the prospect of an undefeated season, edition.

Above: 2018 GPS Rugby Premiers. Right: 1st XV team members Joshua Flook, Harrison Vella (Captain) and Matthew Engelbrecht.

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CATTLE CLUB

One of the busiest times of year for the Cattle Club and Show Team is during the Ekka, and this year was no exception. During the fi rst week the boys took part in Cattle Judging, Junior Judging and Junior Paraders. The College’s Droughtmasters and Brahmans did well, receiving placings in their classes, and one of the Senepol bulls was awarded Grand Champion. In the Junior Paraders, Jonty Springer and Thomas Brandenburg made it to Rachel said attending the Ekka the top spot, tying with Anglican the Finals of their division. Cattle Club provided a great opportunity for Church Grammar School for fi rst Manager Ms Rachel Wilson said the the boys to meet members of the place. This is the fi rst time a Nudgee boys presented themselves and their Queensland cattle community College team has won their GPS Chess animals with excellent attention to and form connections that may be division since 2010. The Premier team detail and professionalism. invaluable in the future. fi nished in sixth place, tied on four In the Junior Judging, Ronin Prout and points with Ipswich Grammar School James Barrett were selected to speak CHESS and Toowoomba Grammar School. and justify their decisions on their The Junior team fi nished fi fth, tied cattle judgement. The Nudgee College Chess Program with Ipswich Grammar School and During the second week of the Ekka, saw record numbers sign up to St Joseph’s College Gregory Terrace. the boys were able to showcase compete for the blue and white Chess Directors Mr Martin Harmon their cattle at an exhibit and answer this year. During the GPS season and Mr Matthew Gilpin said this year’s questions from the public who the College’s Chess players fought Chess team made excellent progress dropped in to take a look. valiantly. The Senior team took out and achieved many great results.

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The Music Tour group in Goondawindi.

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BEHIND THE STRIPES MAGAZINE_VOL 03_SEM 2_2018.indd 50 20/11/2018 2:20:36 PM In November, three Nudgee College teams competed in the Queensland Youth Theatre Sports Grand Final. The 5151 Junior team displayed outstanding talent and won the Grand Final for their age division. In the Senior competition, the C team competed with great energy, and came away with a Magic Moment award for Jamie Dickman’s performance in the Four Minute Game. The A team also competed extremely well in a tough division. Head of Drama Ms Alison Kilgour congratulated all Theatre Sports members for their commitment, confi dence and enthusiasm throughout the competition season.

SHAKE FEST

This year, fi ve Nudgee College students qualifi ed for Shake and Stir Theatre Co.’s Shake Fest State Finals at the Judith Wright Arts Centre in October. Year 12 student Tom Jackson performed an original piece on the guitar, inspired by Romeo and Juliet, Above: Junior Theatre Sports Grand Final winners Zac Smullen, Will Mann, Dylan Eastland, and Nicholas Knottenbeld. and placed second in the Music Below left: George Williams, Angus Shaw, Jacob Chick, and Gus Babao at Shake Fest. category. Fellow Year 12s Gus Babao, Below right: Tom Jackson at Shake Fest. George Williams, Angus Shaw, and Jacob Chick performed a scene from Much Ado About Nothing, and also managed to earn second place in the Scene category. Overall, there were 173 competitors across Music, Dance, Scene, Monologue, and Duologue categories. On the back of their eff orts at Shake Fest, Gus, Angus and Jacob have been cast in a production of Hamlet by Shake and Stir Theatre Co.

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TRACK AND FIELD incredible highlights across the day, including a record-breaking high JUNIOR GPS TRACK AND jump by Ed Kasprowicz, and wins by FIELD CHAMPIONSHIPS both the Division 1 and 2 relay teams. The Nudgee College team competed The Division 2 team even managed to with courage and skill on Wednesday run fast enough to be the only team 24 October at the Junior GPS Track who could have challenged Nudgee and Field Championships. With many College’s Division 1 team in their race. standout performances and great team eff orts, Nudgee College earnt The competing athletes also had a a podium fi nish to take home a well- strong support base throughout the deserved second place. day, with the Year 5 students in the Junior Track and Field Director Mr stands cheering on their Nudgee Nick Toohey said there were many College brothers.

Above: Ed Kasprowicz at the Junior GPS Track and Field Championships. Left: Harper Evangelista at the Junior GPS Track and Field Championships.

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Above: Nudgee College Senior Track and Field team. Below left: Winning 4 x 400m All Ages relay team of Romesh Devadason, Malachi Tuck, Byron Smith, and Maurece Jackson at the GPS Track and Field Championships. Below right: Izayha Kelly-West at the GPS Track and Field Championships. Opposite: Will Smith at the GPS Track and Field Championships.

SENIOR GPS TRACK AND during the day. One notable example Romesh Devadason, Malachi Tuck, FIELD CHAMPIONSHIPS was Ashley Wong, who was running Byron Smith, and Maurece Jackson, a strong race in the 14 Years 200m, and another in in the 16 Years 4 On Saturday 3 November the Senior when his hamstring tightened with team headed to the Queensland x 100m relay by Benjamin Fraser, about 40m to go. Although his speed Farani Pritchard-Malaki, Athen Waia- Sport and Athletics Centre to contest reduced, he fi nished the race and not McGuiggan, and Trezman Banjo. the Senior GPS Centenary Track and only did he take out the win, he broke Field Championships. the College record and his 22.73 time Overall, the Senior team’s eff orts were Nudgee College had a terrifi c start, was only 0.04 off the GPS record. rewarded with a podium fi nish of leading the competition after 10 There were also many outstanding their own, securing third place behind events. As is common with ‘Geeps’, team eff orts, with fi rst placings Brisbane Boys’ College and Ipswich there were a few ups and downs in the All Ages 4 x 400m relay by Grammar School.

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NCOBA PRESIDENT’S 1963 come together to celebrate their COREY WHITE’S ROADMAP MESSAGE milestone reunion years. FROM NUDGEE COLLEGE The best part of this weekend was the Old Boy Corey White (NC 2004–05) It is a real honour to lead the Nudgee chance for Old Boys and their families has lived an extraordinary life. College Old Boys’ Association (NCOBA) to reconnect, to ask how everyone at a time when the College and our was going, and to remind ourselves He is well known in the Australian organisation are achieving great that, no matter what else occurs in media landscape for creating and results. It’s not just the success on our lives, our Nudgee College mates starring in Corey White’s Roadmap to the fi eld and in the classroom, even are a good and caring group who are Paradise, a series created for the ABC though Nudgee College students on our side. in which he sets out to ‘solve once and have once again achieved amazing for all’ the biggest problems facing The NCOBA itself has been busy with sporting and academic outcomes society. In the series, Corey tackles mentoring events, social gatherings over the last 12 months. It’s also the topics such as environmentalism, and preparing for our next JR’s BBQ connection and camaraderie taking capitalism, gambling, domestic Lunch in 2019, which will be our place. violence, foster care, and terrorism – signature event next year in support off ering a defi nitive, albeit untested, The recent Nudgee College Old Boys’ of the Jack Ross Bursary. Finally, I wish solution to each. Reunion Weekend was an enormous to extend a thank you to the NCOBA day, where the Nudgee College 1st XV Executive Committee members and He began his St Joseph’s Nudgee team triumphed over The Southport to the many Old Boys who reconnect College experience as a Year 11 School in an exciting game. It was one with the College and the Association boarder on a College Bursary. In prior of the largest turnouts for milestone at events each year. We look forward years, Corey had a diffi cult childhood year reunions in my time. We saw to seeing you again in 2019. in the foster care system. His story the cohorts from 2013, 2008, 2003, was featured on the acclaimed MR HUGH HAMILTON documentary series Australian Story 1998, 1993, 1988, 1983, 1978, and NCOBA President in 2015. Corey recalls his time at the College as some of the best years of his life. “I gained a good education, had a lot MEMORIAL MASS of fun and grew as a person,” he said. “I also remember the terror of playing This annual event, which commemorates the lives of deceased Christian rugby union for the fi rst time, when I Brothers, Nudgee College Old Boys and members of the Nudgee College had no idea what the rules were so I family, was held on Saturday, 3 November. spent whole games hanging out on The Mass in the College Chapel was well attended by members of the the wing desperately hoping nobody Nudgee College family, and was celebrated by Nudgee College Old Boy passed the ball to me. Fr James Anthony O’Donoghue (NC 1976–78). Tributes to the departed “I’ll always remember the fi rst time I were delivered by a group of Senior students. played and one of the other players Thanks to Ms Elizabeth Ridgeway and Old Boy Mr Murray Browne rucked my legs. I said to myself, (NC 1963–65) for providing music for the Mass, which was followed by and I thought rugby union was a a College-hosted breakfast for attendees in Ryan Hall. The entire event was gentleman’s sport!” a wonderful demonstration of the Nudgee College community’s strong Corey also fondly recalls the classic bond and faith. concept of Nudgee Spirit. MR VINCE RAO “I appreciate the spirit of brotherhood NC 1955–56 as a Nudgee College boarder, and of being part of something bigger than yourself,” he said.

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“Teachers were enthusiastic and theatre, listen to music, watch good knew their stuff , and it seemed that movies as well as Adam Sandler movies, whatever you wanted to do there was and eat fancy food. Be curious about a club or group of other boys doing it. everything – the weirder the better. “I also appreciated the emphasis on Watch Ukrainian beach volleyball, listen social justice – of giving back to those to podcasts by militant vegans who less fortunate than yourself.” believe meat-eaters should be executed, and take Swiss yodelling classes. At Nudgee College, Corey enjoyed Consume the honey of life like a dog English and remembers his old eating a dropped ice cream! teacher Ms O’Connor with aff ection. Above: Corey White. MS LAURA JIEW Top right: Alex Gibbon. “She was superb and was the fi rst Alumni and Community Manager Opposite page (top): Alex Gibbon with Cattle Club members person who really encouraged me Michael Ware, Adam Pearson and Jayden Donald at the Ekka. to write and told me off for using FROM FIELD TO FARM Opposite page (bottom): Alex Gibbon and Paige Hodkinson. pretentious words that I’d found in the dictionary the night before,” he said. Raised on a cattle farm in Alstonville, “Her emphasis on writing simply and Northern NSW, Old Boy Alex Gibbon without fuss defi nitely helped me as (NC 2009–10) was initially schooled a writer.” in Lismore, which is where his love This passion for English then sparked for rugby originated. In 2009, Alex an interest in literature, which feeds was named the NSW Country Junior into Corey’s work as a writer and Player of the Year, which subsequently comedian. In 2015, he won the Best led to a scholarship at St Joseph’s Newcomer award at the Melbourne Nudgee College where he excelled International Comedy Festival and in agriculture as well as rugby as a received critical acclaim at the member of the 2nd XV team. Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Alex was a Murphy House boarder Corey is currently working on a new and recalls his time at the College stand-up show called X-Ray and fondly. writing a memoir, which he plans “Mr Stephen Meara was our Head of to call The Prettiest Horse in the Glue Boarding House,” he said, “and we’d Factory. He is also hoping his contract get into trouble sometimes, but will be renewed for a second season he handled our indiscretions with of Corey White’s Roadmap to Paradise. such dignity that we’d not only feel He off ered the following advice to guilty about what we did but vowed current students thinking of pursuing to change for the better under his a career in writing or comedy: guidance. Feed your output with input. Read “Nudgee College really set the path voraciously, go to art galleries, see for me in that regard.”

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After completing Year 12, Alex’s skill realised without the help of many and Show Team under the guidance and passion for rugby took him to older and experienced farmers of Ms Rachel Wilson. Sydney on a contract to play for who so generously gave up their Alex off ers the following advice to the Southern Districts Rugby Club. time and off ered their advice and Through the club, Alex’s talents were expertise to the young farmers; current students: spotted, and he was invited to play not the least of whom was Alex’s For me, personally, farming is a lot like for the NSW Waratahs during their maternal grandfather, who himself is a rugby. In order to succeed, you’ll need to generational farmer. Argentina Tour in 2013. Following a learn to adapt, much like adapting your successful tour, Alex was contracted The young couple ensure they keep playing style to match the team and to the Australian Men’s Rugby 7s team, up with what is happening in the situation. And don’t be afraid to fail. You where he played on the international world of agriculture. circuit for fi ve years. He also spent don’t always get selected for all matches time playing for the Queensland Reds “We often go visit properties, have a in rugby; and in farming, not everything in 2015 and 2016. yarn, see what other people are doing will work out as planned, but you just and getting involved in,” Alex said. keep trying and doing your best! Amongst his rugby success, three years ago Alex and his fi ancée “It’s a great way to learn and create a To date, Stonebridge Droughtmasters good network with other farming and Paige Hodkinson ventured into the has more than 300 cattle and Alex cattle professionals.” cattle business by starting up stud continues to juggle his passion for and commercial cattle company Alex has always maintained a strong rugby while managing the business Stonebridge Droughtmasters. Being connection with Nudgee College. alongside Paige. young has not held them back, but He and Paige started showing their Alex openly acknowledges their Stonebridge cattle in conjunction MS LAURA JIEW success would never have been with the Nudgee College Cattle Club Alumni and Community Manager

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Left: Chris Bates. Right: Year 11 students with Colin Ward, Keith McGown and Terry Dwyer at the Senior Reunion.

STUDY AND PLAY USA art folder, and trumpet. This very same pathway. Chris’s goal for his company messaging – to ‘give things a go’ – has is to facilitate the best long term Imagine combining your passion been a large driver behind Chris’s outcome for student athletes and for sport and turning it into an success. their families through combining their opportunity to pursue your studies sporting capabilities and studies in At the age of 19, Chris was granted overseas while playing competitively. the US. a sports scholarship to play tennis For many, this is a foreign concept and at Oklahoma State University – a Some Study and Play USA alumni perhaps a pathway that many would have gone on to become Olympians consider reserved for those who are at university known for its reputable via this route; others simply wish to the ‘top’ of their game. sporting programs in south-central US. utilise their sporting talents to pay For Old Boy Mr Chris Bates (NC 1990– for their tertiary education and have 94) this was the path he undertook His time as a student athlete in the a great time doing it. Then there are after leaving the College in Year 12. US allowed Chris to travel across 42 others who have used this pathway to states, playing in the NCAA Division travel, enjoy the American culture and As a Nudgee College day student, I-A and Big 12 Conference circuits. This build networks for their future. Chris benefi ted from being the gave him the opportunity to compete youngest of four brothers, all of whom in front of big crowds and, at the “My mantra is that if you are good attended in the late 1980s and early same time, to complete a Bachelor of enough to go to the US and are 1990s. Marketing and International Business eligible to go academically and athletically, go for it,” Chris said. “There “I remember being smuggled up into over the span of four years. is nothing to lose.” the back row with my brothers and Chris now runs a successful business, the rest of the Seniors in the Ross Oval MS LAURA JIEW Study and Play USA, which he Alumni and Community Manager Grandstand at most home games established in 2004. He and his team before I came to Nudgee College,” he work on assisting young athletes take said. up once-in-a-lifetime opportunities SENIOR OLD BOYS’ “I was desperate to be part of to compete and study in the US REUNION the school and experience the collegiate system. The Senior Old Boys’ Reunion brought camaraderie.” After 15 years of operation, Study together the cohort of Old Boys who A classic example of a Nudgee College and Play USA has helped hundreds graduated in 1968 and prior years student who gave all opportunities a of young high school graduates – Old Boys who were at Nudgee go while at school; Chris remembers from Australia, Indonesia, and even College at least 50 years ago. This catching the bus some days with his East Timor, to pursue their dreams in annual event is an opportunity for school bag, PE bag, tennis bag, large the US via the sporting scholarships Old Boys and their partners to meet

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and reminisce in the contemporary Nudgee College environment. On Saturday, 4 August on a sunny Brisbane winter day, 50 people attended Mass celebrated in our magnifi cent Chapel by Nudgee College Old Boy Fr Marty Larsen (NC 1989–92). This was followed by morning tea in a VIP marquee in Chapel Mall hosted by the College. The presence of Principal Mr Peter Fullagar added prestige to the occasion with a stirring address outlining the activities of the College. We also had the honour of the presence of some of our most senior Old Boys in Mr Colin Ward (NC 1936– 38), Mr Terry Dwyer (NC 1937–41) and Mr Keith McGown (NC 1943–44). 1978 REUNION GROUP DURING THE NUDGEE COLLEGE OLD BOYS’ REUNION WEEKEND The day concluded with a tour of the Front row: Bob Tully College Museum and the DJ Hanly Second row: Jed McCoy, Peter Vollert, Jeff Nicholson, Gerry Leahy, Dan Moloney, Bill Dixon, Leo Cairns, Ed Learning Centre before gathering on Brosnan, and John Stokes Back row: Mic Hetherington, Peter Lyons, Terry Hurst, Tony Cristaudo, Rhonan O’Brien, Paul Taylor, Craig Ross Oval to watch the 1st XV take Corcoran, Tony Micalizzi, Colin Delahunty, Tony Dunn, Tony Riddle, Shane McCarthy, Angelo Tomarchio, on Ipswich Grammar School. The Russell Grech, and Joe Phillips game was duly won by the blue and white, which rounded off a pleasant gathering of old mates and long- lasting friendships. I look forward to enjoying the same fellowship next year. MR VINCE RAO NC 1955–56

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GOLF DAY In February, Isaac was accepted pure grit and determination. into the prestigious Oxford Brookes “It’s a strong bond between all of us A bumper fi eld greeted the University in England. This institution and one that will never be broken.” starter for the historic NCOBA Golf is renowned for its rowing program, Championships on Sunday 28 with 31 wins at the Henley Royal MS TIFFANY LLOYD October at Nudgee Golf Club. The Regatta in 25 years. Marketing and Publications Manager Championship has been contested Isaac said he was thrilled to be able to since 1932. The weather was kinder combine his studies with competing A KING AMONG KINGS on this day than two weeks earlier, overseas. when heavy rain necessitated a On 15 January 2018, former Vice Captain and Hodda House boarder delay despite three hearty souls still “I’m really excited to have had the opportunity to meet and work with Ethan Gilmore (NC 2012–14) enlisted turning up to play! A great day was people from across the globe, as well at the Commando Training Centre for enjoyed by all on a terrifi c layout, with as to have Europe on my doorstep,” Royal Marines in Devon, UK. fi erce competition and sublime skills he said. on show. The winner was Mitchell Of his original squad of 52 members, Daly (NC 2003-07) on a countback With so many highlights to choose just 19 matriculated as King’s Squad from Matt Southwell (NC 2004-06). from already, including competing men on 28 September this year. The Congratulations to all participants. at the World Rowing Junior King’s Squad is the result of 32 weeks Championships, Isaac said his most of Royal Marines Commando Training. DR SIMON CARTER exciting wins were still those achieved NC 1974-78 To say the 32-week training program in the blue and white. is gruelling is putting it mildly; recruits ROWING ABROAD “Winning a national championship in are challenged both physically 2015 is something I’ll never forget,” he and mentally, and the program is Isaac Schmidt (NC 2010–17) is one said. “We did not know what to expect purported to be the most rigorous in of few people to have been part of a and stunned ourselves and the crowd the military world. on the national stage.” 1st VIII GPS Head of the River winning During training, Ethan was awarded crew for three consecutive years. Since That win, at the Sydney International the Diamond Patch for his leadership graduating from St Joseph’s Nudgee Rowing Regatta, was the fi rst national qualities, the Physical Fitness Award College last year, Isaac has continued title for Nudgee College’s Rowing and, the ultimate award for recruits, to excel in the world of rowing, Program and previously had been the King’s Badge. earning a bronze medal for Australia won by only three Queensland The King’s Badge dates to 1918 and in August at the World Rowing Junior schools since 1964. is awarded to the best all-rounder in Championships in the Czech Republic Another highlight of which Isaac the King’s Squad. What makes Ethan’s as the coxswain for the Junior Men’s is extremely proud is the Nudgee achievement particularly impressive Coxed Four. College 1st VIII’s GPS Head of the River is that the King’s Badge is not always Isaac was fortunate to have a familiar win in 2017. awarded and is only presented face in the crowd, with the College’s “To lead my own age group for the if a recruit measures up to the 1st VIII Rowing coach Mr John Bowes very fi rst time down the course, and demanding standards required. also there for the event. Isaac paid to bring home the O’Connor Cup, Ethan is currently attached to a unit tribute to his College mentor. despite being underdogs, is a feeling based in Devon, and his unit will “He coached me from when I was 13 I’ll never forget,” he said. undertake exercises this year in Oman, to when I was 17, and there is no way “That crew overcame great adversity Norway and the US. I would be where I am today without from the start of the season to MS LAURA JIEW him,” Isaac said. become a winning crew built upon Alumni and Community Manager

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Opposite left: Isaac Schmidt (far right) with his crew at the World Junior Rowing Championships. SYDNEY REUNION TOOWOOMBA REUNION Top left: Isaac Schmidt (left) and John Bowes. There was a great turnout on Friday, A great day of GPS Rugby on Saturday Above: Ethan Gilmore receiving his King’s Badge. 31 August at the legendary Four in 11 August was topped off with a Below: Sydney Reunion. Hand Hotel, Paddington, with a range wonderful evening hosted by the of Sydney based professionals and College and the NCOBA at the students enjoying an entertaining Spotted Cow, Toowoomba. evening of networking and reminiscing. A group of seven Old A crowd of more than 40 parents, staff Boys from regional NSW also made and Old Boys gathered to celebrate the eff ort to attend. NCOBA President the win and catch up with old friends. Mr Hugh Hamilton thanked all Particularly pleasing was the large attendees, discussed the importance number of Old Boys from the 1960s of the Jack Ross Bursary, and told a who attended the evening. The group few stories from the Nudgee College also included a contingent from the days of the early 1980s. I would like bush, who have now retired and live to extend my thanks to Old Boy Boyd in Toowoomba. Many stayed until late Russell (NC 2006–10), who has begun in the evening, enjoying the warm gathering Old Boys in Sydney for hospitality and sharing their stories other events during the year to keep of Nudgee College. I look forward to the local connections strong. another great event in 2020. MR TONY GLEESON MR ANDREW MCNAMARA NCOBA Secretary NCOBA Vice President

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Top: New Old Boys Ethan Baker, Bill Schmid, George Caine, Angus Munt, and Connor Butterfi eld YEAR 11 MENTORING at the NCOBA Young Alumni Lunch. BREAKFAST Right: Year 11 Mentoring Breakfast. Below: Mentors at the Year 11 Mentoring Breakfast. From left to right: Scott Thompson, The fourth annual Mentoring Breakfast Don Dunstan, Komara Peou, Aldo Varricchio, Greg Kelly, Tim Russell, Andrew McNamara, for current Year 11 students was held Harry Carter, Barry Hamilton, Rory Young, Saxon Mew, Brendan Natoli, Jim Kenny, Mitchell Keating, and Chris Bates. in Ryan Hall on Thursday, 18 October, with more than 60 boys attending. They were divided into small groups, according to their fi elds of interest, and were placed with an Old Boy mentor working in that area. The 17 Old Boys attending were from a wide variety of industries, ranging from architecture to stockbroking. The format was very informal, with the students sitting around a table and chatting with their mentors over a hot breakfast. We hope this event begins a longstanding connection between these young men and their mentors as they progress with their Year 12 studies and future career pathways. I would like to thank Ms Laura Jiew, Ms Lara Morgan and Ms Marisa Lofaro for organising the event, and College Principal Mr Peter Fullagar for his presence and presentation to the Old Boy mentors. IN MEMORIUM MR ANDREW MCNAMARA NCOBA Vice President The NCOBA and the College would like to acknowledge the Old Boys who have passed away recently. Our thoughts and prayers are with their families and friends. YOUNG ALUMNI WELCOME LUNCH

NAME YEARS AT NUDGEE COLLEGE On Tuesday 6 November, our newest • John Terence Deane 1945-46 Old Boys – the Senior class of 2018 – • Dr Owen Thomas (Tom) Denmead AO 1946-49 were welcomed into the NCOBA with • Patrick Gerard Faust 1971-73 a lunch event on their second to last • Patrick Phillip Finnimore 1950-51 • Wade Greig 1961-62 day of school. This event, now in its • Joseph Gerald Lavery 1955-59 second year, is designed to connect • Ryan Hogan 1996 with the Senior cohort to offi cially • Paul McAuliff e 1939-52 • Dr John Mario McCarthy 1950-54 welcome the group to the Old Boy • John Joseph McGregor 1949-50 brotherhood. • Bernard D ‘Barney’ Snr McQuillan 1939-39 • Dr Giobatta John Moro 1951-51 The boys in attendance enjoyed • Patrick Needham 1941-43 a relaxed lunch as they learned • Basil Nolan 1990-91 about the NCOBA and had their • Francis Patrick O’Driscoll 1946-46 fi rst experience of what it is to be a • Liam George Rigney 1952-55 • John Thomas Salisbury 1948-49 Nudgee College Old Boy. • Dr Mark Xavier Triscott 1968-72 MR DOUG CARRIGAN NCOBA Treasurer

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