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2015 SOUTHPORTONIAN THE ANNUAL MAGAZINE OF THE SOUTHPORT SCHOOL



Contents Headmaster.............................................................................4 School Captain......................................................................10 CFO.......................................................................................12 Parents and Friends...............................................................13 Chaplain................................................................................14 The Foundation....................................................................18 Old Southportonians’ Association.......................................20 HEAD OF DEPARTMENT REPORTS

Art Visual...............................................................................22 Business and Enterprise........................................................23 Design Technology...............................................................24 Drama....................................................................................26 English...................................................................................27 Gifted and Talented...............................................................28 Health and Physical Education............................................31 Humanities............................................................................32 Information Technology.......................................................35 Languages..............................................................................37 LEGO Technology and Robotics.........................................42 Libraries and Information Services......................................44 Life and Faith........................................................................45 Mathematics..........................................................................46 Science...................................................................................47 Vocational Education and Training......................................49 The Staff................................................................................51 Steve Roberts.........................................................................54 Prefects and Wardens............................................................56 Generations...........................................................................57 Dean’s List.............................................................................62 House Shield Points Table....................................................64 Prize List................................................................................66 THE PREPARATORY SCHOOL

Head of Preparatory..............................................................72 The Staff................................................................................74 Preparatory Seniors...............................................................75 Trevor R Wood Library.........................................................76 Prep Art.................................................................................78 Prep Gifted and Talented......................................................80 Preschool...............................................................................82 Reception...............................................................................86 Year 1......................................................................................92 Year 2......................................................................................96 Year 3....................................................................................100 Years 3/4 Honours Class.....................................................104 Year 4....................................................................................106 Year 5....................................................................................112 Years 5/6 Honours Class.....................................................116 Year 6....................................................................................118

PREP SCHOOL HOUSES

Dixon...................................................................................132 Mitre....................................................................................136 Musgrave.............................................................................138 Shepherd.............................................................................142 BOARDING HOUSES

Rogers..................................................................................148 Biddle...................................................................................152 Delpratt................................................................................158 McKinley.............................................................................166 Thorold...............................................................................170 DAY HOUSES

Atkinson..............................................................................178 Kaiser...................................................................................184 Maughan..............................................................................190 Melbourne...........................................................................198 Radcliffe...............................................................................202 Surman................................................................................206 Turnock...............................................................................212 Walker..................................................................................218 THE HARVEST

Harvest................................................................................228 SPORT AND ACTIVITIES

Director of Sport Report....................................................236 Prep Sportsmaster Report...................................................238 Athletics...............................................................................241 Basketball.............................................................................252 Chess...................................................................................259 Cricket.................................................................................262 Cattle Club..........................................................................272 Debating..............................................................................274 Drama..................................................................................276 Football................................................................................280 Golf......................................................................................287 Gymnastics..........................................................................288 Music...................................................................................292 Round Square.....................................................................306 Rowing................................................................................310 Rugby...................................................................................316 Sailing..................................................................................328 Services – Army Cadets......................................................330 Services – Navy Cadets.......................................................338 SONY Camp.......................................................................340 Speech Variety.....................................................................342 Swimming...........................................................................344 Tennis..................................................................................347

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HEADMASTER’S SPEECH DAY ADDRESS 2015

Distinguished guests, members of the School Council, parents, staff and boys of The Southport School, it is my great pleasure to address you this Speech Day, the final academic day of the 115th year of The Southport School. INTRODUCTION – THE MOVIE

In the July holidays I watched the film American Sniper, the true story of Chris Kyle during the Iraq War. He was the most prolific sniper in United States military history. American Sniper had plenty of ‘blokesy’ shooting and fighting and dark humour, but in the end I found it more depressing than uplifting. It is definitely an anti-war movie when you see the effects of the war on Chris Kyle and his family, and the SEAL colleagues he fought alongside. American Sniper was nominated for six Oscars and has become the highest-grossing war movie ever, overtaking Saving Private Ryan. After watching the movie and later reading the book Chris Kyle co-wrote, I thought the story contained a number of good Speech Day themes such as leadership as influence, hope, understanding others, and proactively improving mental health. All those themes are interrelated, but I think ‘hope’ is the main one we need to emphasise to our boys, and to each other, given the global events of 2015.

GREG WAIN

Headmaster

Actually, I was reminded why all those themes are important recently when Fr Jonathan asked me to talk to the weekly Chapels about how I was called to this vocation. (The boys in Chapel got momentarily excited when they thought I was going to talk about a vacation…) My vocation, teaching, and later being a leader in a school, has much to do with a goodhearted but somewhat misfortunate fellow, Les, with whom I worked when I was a jackeroo. When I met Les he was recently out of gaol, for the second time, and I gave him a hand writing his regular letter back to his probation officer in Sydney. As I gained his trust and he told me his story I started to wonder how he had ended up that way, and then I started thinking about what experiences he could have had that might have sent him on a more productive and happier path, and how could society be changed and schools be changed to help children and young adults develop to be the best they could be. I am still engaged in that problem-solving exercise, reflecting on the ups and downs of the lives of TSS boys, researching adolescent development, and pondering the lives of people outside TSS like Chris Kyle. Our aim is to prepare our boys for their greatest frontier – their journey in life – by kitting them out with a backpack containing the skills, habits, experiences and capabilities to help them succeed on that journey. CHRIS KYLE – SEAL

Chris Kyle was a Navy SEAL, a commando trained in special operations. SEAL stands for Sea, Air and Land warfare. It is the equivalent of our SAS (Special Air Services). Not many

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Headmaster servicemen make it into the three-year SEAL training course, and only 20% graduate. It is designed to develop extreme physical capabilities and psychological resilience. It culminates in a final test of conditioning where the prospective SEALs engage in military-style team exercises over five days straight, with only three to four hours sleep the whole time, involving over 300km of running, swimming and paddling boats. Kyle graduated into the SEALs and went on to train as a sniper. He proved to be an outstanding commando and an exceptional sniper. Kyle’s longest successful shot in Iraq was over a distance of 1920 metres; nearly two kilometres. In his four tours of duty in Iraq, Kyle earnt two Silver Stars and five Bronze Stars with Valour. He survived six Improvised Explosive Devices attacks, three gunshot wounds, two helicopter crashes, and more surgeries than he could remember. As a sniper, he was supposed to take position high up in a building, at a safe distance, where he could watch over the Marines on the ground who were clearing buildings of insurgents. Often he realised he had more training and experience than the Marines so he could protect them better if he was on the street, going house to house with the troops, making sure they didn’t make any mistakes. Several times when his team was ambushed he ran through a hail of bullets to pull wounded Marines to safety. Combat evaluations towards the end of his tours had recommended Chris Kyle for SEAL Team Six, the elite SEAL Team that later captured Osama bin Laden in Pakistan. Kyle grew up on a cattle ranch in Texas and at school was a member of the equivalent of our Cattle Club. Kyle wasn’t a natural student at school, but he had a remarkable ability to retain information like a mission briefing, and while using his sniper rifle he had the capability to do complicated math, accounting for wind speed, the spin of a bullet and the curvature and rotation of the Earth, all of which he had to calculate mentally under intense pressure. He was an amazing soldier. KYLE’S DEPRESSION

Eventually what Chris Kyle did and what he witnessed caught up with him. Friends missing in action, friends injured and friends killed all led to early signs of depression. Then, some months later two friends are shot, hours apart, one fatally. He wrote … “Nothing I’d experienced in Iraq had ever affected me like this … I got back to base and tears started flowing from my eyes… I was in a dark hole.” I have no doubt we all have our limit on how much tragedy and stress we can experience, and we probably won’t know that limit until we get there, so we need to monitor ourselves, and we need other people watching out for us. At that point Kyle found comfort in his Christian faith. He started reading the Bible again and he wrote … “With all hell breaking loose around me it felt better to know I was part of something bigger.”

Then his daughter became ill and his health got worse. His blood pressure shot up and he couldn’t sleep properly. His wife described him as… “numb to everything, it was hard for him to pinpoint how he felt about anything, he was just wiped out and overwhelmed”. Chris Kyle, a man much tougher than most of us, had gone over his limits. He returned home and started self-medicating on alcohol, which, like drugs, numbs the pain, but does not fix the problem. He ended up rolling his pickup truck after drinking and at that stage he realised he needed to do something. Our new Health and Wellbeing Counsellor, Dr Angela Zagoren, talks about how it is … “really hard to look after your mental health, it’s easier to do nothing, it’s easier to use alcohol or drugs to put off dealing with your problems, it actually takes humility and courage to do something, to come forward and ask for help… and we need to remember that no matter how tough or resilient we are, we can all do better if we have support”. OUT OF DEPRESSION

Chris Kyle had the courage to seek help. On advice from his psychologist, to help himself heal, Kyle started looking after other injured vets from Iraq. As we say at TSS, using your strengths in the service of others builds your wellbeing by giving you a sense of purpose and meaning. Kyle noticed people healed faster if they got outside into nature, so he got ranch owners to donate their places for a few days to let him take small groups of disabled servicemen hunting and shooting or just spending time and talking to others who had been through the same experiences. By asking for help and taking action, Chris Kyle worked his way into a better state of mind. HOPE FOR A BETTER SCHOOL, A BETTER SOCIETY

Within Kyle’s story I see five beacons that give us hope for protecting our boys, hope for them reaching their full potential, and hope for a better school and a better society. The TSS Habits of Heart, developed by Fr Jonathan, encourage us all to ‘inspire hope’ to help people see a positive future. HOPE – POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY

The first beacon of hope: Positive Psychology. He probably didn’t know it, but Chris Kyle was using Positive Psychology principles to help cure his Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and his depression. When his job started to produce more negative emotions than positive emotions he made a change, he got out of the SEALs. When he started helping other war veterans he experienced more positive emotions, a sense of meaning and a sense of purpose. You can do your own mental-health ‘thriving’ check by considering the five Positive Psychology elements in your life

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using the mnemonic REMAP – Relationships, Engagement, Meaning, Achievement and Positive emotions. You can be your own life coach or counsellor by attending to those five elements of your life. We can’t have positive emotions all the time, but we need a preponderance of them to grow to our potential, and to build our resilience for when bad things happen. This ‘broaden and build theory’ of Positive Psychology says that if we are under stress all the time and experience too many negative emotions, our possible range of responses to situations narrows to more flight or fight responses. We are less tolerant, less able to see possible solutions and less inclined to help others. Positive emotions broaden our cognitive abilities. Positive emotions increase our ability to acquire knowledge, increase our tolerance, and we can create many more solutions to problems. Positive emotions broaden our ability to see the good in circumstances and other people, and increases our propensity to help others. So our Positive Psychology program gives me hope. HOPE – INTEROCEPTIVE AWARENESS

The second beacon of hope: The new science of interoceptive awareness, your awareness of your body and emotions. As a sniper, Chris Kyle trained with controlledbreathing techniques. Again, he didn’t know it, but that body awareness probably mitigated against worse post-traumatic stress and depression. The optimum time to shoot at a target is at the bottom of your breath, when you have just breathed out, and between heartbeats, because that is when your body has the least amount of movement. At the International Conference on Thinking in the middle of the year we heard from Guy Claxton, who is sort of the UK ‘thinking guru equivalent’ of American Art Costa of Habits of Mind fame. Claxton’s presentation was, for me, a source of hope as he described how research is showing clearer links between the body and the mind, and how we can use our body intelligence to control our mind and improve our mental health. Claxton moves us from the old paradigm of intelligence residing in the brain, the ‘command centre’, and the body being simply a vehicle to be controlled and piloted by the brain, to the new paradigm of the mind as less like the ‘command centre’ and more like a ‘chat room’, where the body’s systems share information and debate the best actions. Our brain is actually distributed through the whole body, and cannot be separated from it. For example, deep, steady breathing increases your spatial intelligence, and how well you can listen to your heartbeat predicts the success of your decision-making. Claxton says this growing understanding of the disbursal of the brain throughout the body means a good education needs to include less screen time and more physical movement

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and making things. Claxton enthuses about the growing ‘maker movement’, which combines cerebral and physical accomplishments. Several of our classes have been involved in International Boys Schools Coalition research in the ‘maker movement’ area. Interoceptive awareness looks like allowing us to access emotions and physical sensations unfiltered by a stressed, depressed or anger-affected pre-frontal cortex. We get a hint of what might be possible with the expression ‘take a deep breath’ in a moment of anger or fear. Slow and steady breathing calms us and reduces stressful beta rhythms in our brain. By learning to engage with troublesome emotions and memories through interoceptive awareness brain pathways, we may experience the first signs of healing. Here is a very basic interoceptive awareness exercise for you to try at home. It is an effective way to consciously bridge the mind-body connection and is effective in slowing down the pace of life, reinstating physiological and psychological balance, and helping us deal with anger, depression or fear: Breathe in through your nose for a slow count from 1 to 4. Notice your belly expanding. Hold the breath for a four count. Slowly exhale through pursed lips for a four count. Hold the empty lungs for a four count. Cycle through that pattern three or four times. Take a longer five count if it works better. HOPE – LOOKING AFTER EACH OTHER

The third beacon of hope: Looking after each other. This is something we constantly remind the boys about. It is an effective way of building positive emotions and spirit, and a great way of ensuring people get help before things go too far. Chris Kyle was in many ways a superman, but like all of us, he had his vulnerabilities. We need to have our boys grow up in an environment where it is OK to talk about your vulnerabilities. The boys need to understand none of us are superman. We all need help at some stage. As mentioned before, on the advice of his psychologist Kyle began organising outings where men with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder could spend time together involved in hunting or target shooting – tapping their ‘warrior spirit’ as Kyle put it, a bit like group therapy In one ranch visit, a marine named Brady excused himself and went outside. Something had triggered Brady’s PTSD. Kyle noticed and went out to ask if Brady was OK. That’s often all it takes to help; keep an eye on people, and if you notice a change, ask if they are OK. It was inspiring to hear of several instances this year of TSS boys watching out for a mate and getting him help when he needed it and telling us about their concerns.


Headmaster HOPE – EMPATHY

The fourth beacon of hope: Empathy. One of our Habits of Mind of highly effective people is to work at understanding others. At the higher end of ‘understanding’ there is ‘empathy’, one of the most difficult psychological tasks. Empathy is the experience of understanding another person’s situation from their perspective, to place yourself in their shoes and feel what they are feeling. If a person feels empathy, they are more likely to help others. The development of empathy in our boys is a key goal of our programs in Habits of Mind, Habits of Heart, Myers-Briggs and Positive Psychology. I believe it is the key to a peaceful and bullying-free school, and the key to a peaceful world. So our increasing ability to develop empathy gives me great hope. Chris Kyle did not develop empathy towards the local people during his four tours, but one of his best mates did. SEAL Marc Lee, in his last letter home before he was killed in front of Kyle, wrote that the horrors he had witnessed and getting to know the Iraqi people had caused him to think about their plight. He realised that as an American he automatically felt superior to the locals, as if he was from a superior race, but as he got to know the locals he worked out there was no rational reason for him to feel superior. Marc Lee started to see the American presence from the point of view of the locals and the insurgents. He then started to empathise with people of different race, economic status and religion in his own country, the US. As a budding philosopher with immerging empathy, Marc Lee wrote to his family to be more kind and generous towards others different to them, to treat all human life as precious. He felt more compassion and random acts of kindness by Americans towards each other would improve America, and America’s reputation in the world. Marc Lee felt this sort of behaviour was the best way to ensure America’s freedom. I love the quote of a Year 8 boy when interviewed about what the Positive Psychology program in his English class did for him … “I understand myself better, and I understand others in the class better.” What a brilliant outcome! There are lots of innovative learning and teaching using Myers-Briggs going on at TSS at the moment. One example is Mr Sam Lobascher’s use of the boys’ Myers-Briggs profiles to build empathy and understanding in a topic on ‘Australia’s treatment of refugees’ by exploring the T/F, Thinking/ Feeling preference on Myers-Briggs. The T/F pair describes how you prefer to make decisions. If you are a ‘T’, Thinker, you put more weight on objective principles and impersonal facts, analyse pros and cons, use technical methods and are more task oriented. If you are an ‘F’, Feeler, you put more weight on what people care about, you prefer to establish or maintain harmony, and you prefer tact over the cold truth, but are sometimes seen as a bit idealistic or indirect.

We all use both styles, but we generally have a preference for one. Mr Lobascher first had the boys write about their views on refugees using their preferred style and talked about how that style, T or F, would influence their views. Then, his big ‘empathy innovation’ – he had the boys write a second persuasive piece using the other perspective. T’s became F’s and F’s became T’s. To quote the erudite Mr Lobascher… “This forced the boys to articulate the strengths of arguments that contradicted their own, thus encouraging them to empathise with differing perspectives… this not only developed empathy, but made them better thinkers and communicators.” HOPE – GOOD LEADERSHIP

The fifth beacon of hope: Good leadership. Christian leadership researcher John Maxwell has a really simple definition of leadership – ‘leadership is influence’. Maxwell points out that even the most introverted individual, with no structured plan, will influence over 10,000 people during his or her lifetime! Just imagine if our boys, after they leave school, actually made an effort to influence people for the betterment of the groups they belong to. Maxwell says the Apostle Paul’s second letter in the New Testament to his apprentice Timothy is very much a leadership training manual. Paul writes to Timothy … “ignite your leadership gifts … don’t be timid … step up and take the Church beyond where I have taken it …lead boldly regardless of the moral failings in the world”. That message is encapsulated in 2 Timothy 1:7 where Paul writes … “for God did not give us a spirit of fear, but rather a spirit of power and of love and of self-discipline”. This spirit and power within our boys gives me hope. EACH BOY’S PATH – THE GREATEST FRONTIER

In conclusion, despite the current moral failings in the world, which sometimes make us feel despondent, we have much cause for hope. If we can continue to create TSS as a place where each boy can develop to be the best he can be, and if we can guide them morally, develop their leadership abilities and provide the boys through our unique programs and teaching with a ‘backpack’ of skills, habits, dispositions and abilities to help them become young men ready for their greatest adventure – life – then we will be producing the best possible leaders to deal with the problems of the world and work towards the betterment of their families, workplaces and communities. Your ‘path’, boys, the ‘greatest frontier’. To finish off, and to practise another TSS Habit of Heart – Be Grateful – I have expressions of gratitude to staff and the School Council. THE SOUTHPORT SCHOOL SOUTHPORTONIAN 2015

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THANK YOU ALAN PARSONS, STAFF, COUNCIL

This is Mr Parsons’ final Speech Day with us after 15 years of loyal and dedicated service to The Southport School. Mr Parsons has been fittingly farewelled at our final assembly and at the graduation ceremony, but I did want to give parents today an opportunity to thank Alan for all he has done. Alan is rated by the boys as one of our ‘Ideal Teachers’ and he has served the boys, staff and parents of TSS with great merit, conscientiousness and dignity. Alan has been, for me and the staff, a source of exceptional wisdom, steadiness, counsel and considered decision-making; he is a compassionate man deeply committed to social justice, and a true ‘gentleman’. Mr Parsons’ Myers-Briggs profile is INFP. Often called ‘Healers’, INFPs frequently hear a call to go forth into the world and help others, a call they seem ready to answer. Mr Parsons has certainly answered the ‘call to help others’ at TSS … teaching and counselling hundreds of TSS boys, and many colleagues, and we thank him for 15 years’ dedication and service to The Southport School. Thank you to our dedicated, talented and passionate staff. It has been another busy year with many demands and expectations placed on staff. TSS continues to travel well through the ‘new normal’ of the post-GFC economy on the Coast. I evidence the ‘travelling well’ by an incredible 18% increase in enrolments since the GFC. Now, all this good news is in no small way

the result of staff continuing to provide outstanding service, coaching, pastoral care and teaching to the boys, and willingly undertaking regular professional learning to improve and align themselves with our Vision and boys’ education programs. My thanks also to the members of the School Council; the committed group of volunteers who willingly give many hours of community service work as stewards of this great school to ensure good governance, financial management and strategic development. Thank you to the Chairman of Council, Mr Fraser Perrin, who, as I say each year, gets to advise on the most interesting and challenging incidents that inevitable occur in such a large school. After many years, Fraser and Catherine finished their time as TSS parents last week with the graduation of Tasman, but the School Council and the Diocese are delighted Fraser will stay on Council for some time yet. I thank our parents for the trust you have placed in us, we are honoured to be a partner with you in the nurturing of your sons into fine young men. Thank you to the boys for your energy, humour, inspiration and many contributions as part of the living history of The Southport School. Thank you all for your support of The Southport School during the past year, the 115th year of this great School. … I wish you all a happy, peaceful and holy Christmas.

SCHOOL COUNCIL SEATED ROW:

PROF K.L. DUNSTAN, DR C.A. MIRAKIAN, MR F.D. PERRIN (CHAIRMAN), RIGHT REVEREND BISHOP A. TAYLOR, MR G.R. WAIN (HEADMASTER,) MS L.M. MCCOLL, MRS J.A. REDLER (EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT)

SECOND ROW: MR R.W. CARDIFF (CFO), FR H.L. REUSS, MR N.I. QUARTERMAINE, DR A.E. PAXTON-HALL, MR N.C. SHARPE, MR A.K. TWEMLOW, MR G.C. RIX, PROF M. BLUMENSTEIN

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Headmaster

SUBJECT MARKET NIGHT

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I want to begin by thanking all for this honour of School Captain of The Southport School. It is something I have thoroughly enjoyed and will cherish for the rest of my life. Who would have thought this day would come. I can tell you now I have feared it ever since I started at TSS. But for some that journey has been longer than mine. Some of you have been at this school for as long as 13 years. But no matter when you started at TSS, it’s fair to say we have all come together as brothers and completed a part of our life that will be cherished forever.

CHARLES WELLS

School Captain 2015

But what a journey it has been for the Red, White and Blue. A year full of colour, character and community has passed us in what many would describe as ‘the blink of an eye’. It doesn’t feel all that long ago I was on my way to TSS to live away from home for the first time. Six months before starting at TSS, boarding school was not even on the cards. And never did a 13-year-old off a cotton farm west of Moree dream of going to the school at the Gold Coast. I found out I was accepted to TSS just three days before Orientation Day. As you can imagine this was a shock to myself, and to the rest of the family. In these three days Mum and I spent one day getting items for school, one day packing and one travelling. Very confused and unaware of what was ahead of me, there was a feeling of eagerness brewing. One thing every TSS boy shares, no matter who we are, the School Captain, a Prefect, a Warden, even someone in Year 12 that has been here since Reception, we all had a first day and we didn’t know anyone, and our parents shared the same emotions. When we walk out of this theatre where we have sat hundreds of times before there will be tears and there will be more emotions. And as hard as it’ll be to walk out of this theatre, remember that each of us are starting a new chapter of our lives. Please don’t look upon this as a bad thing, because this terrific journey we have been on has just moulded and shaped the one we are about to begin. What we know as the ‘Big Scary World’ can’t be all too bad, because if I experience even half the memories out there that I’ve experienced here, I’d say it’s a pretty good life.

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I’m not saying forget about the life we spent at Southport, but we do need to experience the life outside these grounds. I will be honest; I am extremely nervous, anxious and excited all at the same time. But as Fred Dorrough said this time last year, “You only get first experiences once. They don’t happen again, so treasure the time we are about to begin”.

A lot of our experiences at TSS cannot even be explained through actions or words, but merely feelings and emotions that have evolved throughout our time here. These feelings and emotions simply cannot be felt unless you have been a part of what we have. For example, words cannot describe looking on to the crowd at Rugby or Swimming. Feeling the Drumline force the hairs to stick up on the back of your neck, or the chill you get from chanting “Band of Brothers”. It’s purely indescribable. It’s a blessing to see with your own eyes a man pull on a TSS Rugby jersey knowing that it means everything to him and he wouldn’t want to be anywhere else but with his mates and brothers in arms. Not many schools possess this sense of belonging, but TSS certainly does. Coming back at the start of Term Four was one of the most unusual and saddening things I have ever undergone. I knew in my mind that this would be my last time going back to TSS as a student of the school. Driving down Winchester Street and into Dixon Drive, staring out at the immaculately mowed lawns leading up to the 100year Clocktower was one of the most rewarding feelings I’ve ever felt. Because I knew it was somewhere I belonged, somewhere we all belonged. It caused me to reflect on the journey that has been and how it has impacted me. I reflected on the good times and the bad. We all have them, there’s no doubt about it. But


School Captain it’s the tough times that shape us into the men we will one day become.

As we look back over the years we spent on this journey I can’t help but smile on all the good times we’ve had. We have all shared victories, losses and laughs together. And I mentioned it last night at our Valedictory Dinner that the best thing about this cohort is our ability to band together in the toughest of times. And we saw this side of everyone come out when we lost two great mentors to us all. We are mindful of Mr Hawthorne and Mr Roberts, as they were also a part of this journey with us. We know you are both watching and you will always be in the hearts of the Valedictorians of 2015.

we cannot thank you enough for what you have done for all students past and present. Thank you to the Housemasters at the school, you treat us all like sons and what you do for up to 80 kids is truly inspiring to us all. On a personal note I’d like to thank Mr Hawkins for your guidance throughout my time here, especially in the past two busy years. You’ve seen me at my worst times, sir, and were always happy to help me out and offer advice to get me back up again. You were just what Biddle House needed when you joined boarding last year. What you and Mr Bland have done for Biddle House is inspiring and means a lot for students past and present. Thank you for making Biddle House my home away from home. Thank you Mr Wain and the Deans of TSS for entrusting me with the honour of School Captain this year. Thank you Mr Parsons for your help of me this year and all you have done for the boys of this school. You’re a man who will be sorely missed among our cohort and we wish you nothing but the very best for your future.

you for everything and I love you both very much. And finally, to my brothers, my mates, the Valedictorians of 2015. There is nowhere I’d rather be than by you all and finishing this journey with you. What we have experienced together is something that only we can describe. The harsh reality is that we may never see each other again because of what our future or career has for us. But always hold dear to you what we have shared here among the boundaries of this school. Believe and know within yourself that you were part of something great, we were part of a legacy. To finish I want you all to know that my pride, belief and loyalty to you is stronger now than ever before. I feel enormously humbled by the support and friendships I have made throughout my time here. As we walk out of this theatre into the world, be comforted by the fact that we live within one another through this place of brotherhood. That is something that can never be broken.

I’d like to thank the School Council, student services and studies departments, grounds and maintenance staff, cleaners, canteen and dining staff, the TSS supporters and sponsors, thank you all. To the seniors of 2016, all the best and thank you for being a special part of our time at TSS. Enjoy next year, finish strong and look out for each other. As I come to the end of my time at TSS, I’d like to thank some people that have made this journey so memorable for me, and the rest of the seniors. Thank you to all the teachers who put in countless hours of effort to ensure each boy here did the best they possibly could. We are forever grateful for all the work you have done to ensure each Valedictorian has maximised their opportunities for life beyond TSS. I mentioned at the final School Assembly that you really don’t realise how much the teachers do for us until you reach the older grades. Thank you to Mrs Mackie for your service to the school and being a mother to many of the boys. For your 32 years of service to this great school

To all the parents and family of TSS students. Thank you for allowing your son to attend such a prestigious school. The sacrifices you make and will make for your boys does not go unnoticed. There may be times where we are frustrated, but I can promise we are truly grateful for all you do for each of us. I urge all boys to go and give your mum and dad an extra hug for all they have done to send us to such a prestigious place.

No matter where we go, no matter what we do, know within ourselves that we are, “Men of Southport, We are… a Band of Brothers”. Palman Qui Meruit Ferat

And to my Mum and Dad, thank you for everything you have done for me. Not many people know how hard you work to keep me here. I just want you to know I am eternally grateful for the sacrifices you’ve made to send me here. Thank

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CFO for curriculum resources for teachers and boys. In addition we have developed the “My TSS” portals for parent, students and staff. These Portals are our main communication tools and repository of all the IT resources required to operate at TSS. We run a core operating system, TASS, and from the outside you would see the Parent Lounge and Student Café, both components of TASS. This system covers all aspects of the School from payroll for the staff to student records and co-curricular information. A veritable one-stop shop for all our information.

ROSS CARDIFF

Chief Financial Officer

One of the bigger changes at TSS over the past few years has been the advancements in our Information Technology. In the basement of the new Sheil Building on the senior campus you will find the IT department. Led by Mr Richard Humphreys, the team includes three other staff, Mr Brent Buckley, (Systems Administrator) Mr Peter Smith and Mr Stephen Robinson (IT Support for Senior and Junior). Our Information Technology involves a number of facets. In Sheil we have a large server room that hosts the various applications the School runs, along with massive amounts of data storage. Have a talk to any boy at TSS and they will tell you of the various programs we run. In addition to this we have our “Learning at TSS” systems, which include Moodle in Senior and Edukite at Prep. These are our primary tools

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Besides our servers we have much physical infrastructure. The School operates a wideband wireless network. Most of our staff and students have at least two devices and often more. So we can have upwards of 3000 devices logged on to our wireless network at any one time. If you wander through the School and look up you will see our extensive network of wireless points. It is literally everywhere and is designed to operate large volumes of devices at high speed.

TSS IT DEPARTMENT - SENIOR CAMPUS RICHARD HUMPHREYS, BRENT BUCKLEY AND PETER SMITH.

The introduction of the BYOD or Bring Your Own Device occurred a few years ago. For this to work an extensive infrastructure needed to be in place. This has included upgrading of our fibre network to allow a large capacity of data to be quickly utilised at any time. The BYOD program also involves sophisticated tools and systems to ensure no matter what device you have it is able to operate within TSS. This is the true test of a BYOD program and this works extremely well here at TSS.

One of the benchmarks we have at the School is downtime for our IT system. If you ask our staff or students they would not be able to remember the last time our system was down. It literally does not occur. So next time you log on at TSS, or on to one of our portals, or our app, have a think about the hard-working team behind our IT. You don’t see them too much, but they ensure all things IT run day in day out. Well done, gentlemen! The graduating class of 2015 has seen many changes over the past several years. Besides IT, we have undertaken a large number of building projects. This year we finished off the Cribb Extension for our Preschool Boys, and on the senior campus this group of boys has seen the campus transformed during their senior years. We have demolished and rebuilt the Bennett and Sheil buildings, along with the Grandstand, Old Gym Café, Rowing Shed and much more. For the Boarders we have continued to refurbish the Boarding Houses and this year the bathrooms across the various Houses were upgraded. This Christmas will see McKinley House refurbished as well. The facilities at TSS are truly worldclass and I am sure the graduating class of 2015 has benefited greatly from this work. Next year we continue with our development with roadworks at Prep along with a long-needed new Hall. On the Senior Campus we are aiming to build a Lecture Theatre and refurbish the Library. A busy time. 2015 sees the School with its strongestever enrolment. From Preschool to Year 12 we averaged 1,510 students throughout the year, with 300 Boarders included in this number. On behalf of the Corporate Staff, I wish the Graduating Class of 2015 all the best for the future and congratulate them on an outstanding year.


Parents and Friends On behalf of The Southport School Parents and Friends Association, it is my pleasure to outline how this year’s committee has assisted The Southport School, the Support Groups and ultimately your sons in 2015.

GLENN DENNISTON

President of the Parents and Friends Association

The P&F commenced the year with a new President, Glenn Denniston, and a new Secretary, Paul Shields. We welcomed back our Treasurer, Luella Smith, and returning members Mahnez Nelson, Francine Setchell, Kathryn Scaysbrook, Alan Parsons, Bob Myatt, Robert Hickson and Geoff King. I would like to thank the committee for all the hard work they have put in throughout the year. We are all busy people, but we choose to be a part of the P&F to support our boys and to help the School achieve its vision of being a world-class learning community. I would also like to acknowledge the great work done by our retiring President, Elton Rasmussen. Elton has provided exceptional leadership for the committee and we wish him well for his future endeavors. In the past year a major focus for the P&F was undertaking the running of a major raffle with a car as first prize. This took a lot of effort from a number of people and was ably led by Bob Myatt and resulted in some nice funds being generated for the P&F. Thanks, Bob, and all your helpers. Once again we successfully ran two functions, the first a welcoming cocktail party for new parents to the school and the second a thank you dinner for all the support groups. As a new committee we have spent some time reviewing what our role is and what our priorities are. What came out of this was first a need for a clear business plan to be prepared covering both short and long-term goals. Second, it was reinforced that it was critical that the P&F and the 14 support groups (we have added two since last year!) work closely together looking for synergies

and process improvements as well as efficiencies, in particular in purchasing. We have continued to encourage participation of the support groups in our P&F meetings. A key initiative going forward will be to undertake a review of our store, with the potential for setting up an on-line shop to facilitate sales. As mentioned we do now have 14 groups that provide important support for their respective areas, and these are Friends of Tennis, Rugby, Cricket, Football, Music, Gymnastics, Rowing, Sailing, Basketball, Athletics, Prep, the Hand Up Support Group who support the Indigenous students in our school, and the two we have added are Golf and Swimming. On behalf of the P&F I would like to thank all of those involved on these committees for all the hard work they have put in. The committee would like to once again express our thanks to Les and Lachlan for their committed work and helpful advice in The Store. They are a valued part of the TSS community. We would also like to thank Sue Miller, our bookkeeper. Sue has definitely made a difference in how the P&F and the Support Groups are able to manage their financial affairs. I would also like to express the committee’s thanks to the members of the School Council and their Chairman, Mr Fraser Perrin, for their continued support throughout 2015. Thanks also to the Headmaster, Mr Greg Wain, Chief Fincial Officer Mr Ross Cardiff, Director of Sport Mr Bryan Hain and especially to Deputy Headmaster Mr Alan Parsons, who has been our main liaison person with the School. We wish Alan all the best for his new adventures. He will be missed in particular for his quiet counsel and general wisdom. Finally on behalf of the P&F committee I would like to wish the entire TSS community all the best for a fantastic 2016.

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LEAP OF FAITH

The standout event of the year for me was the tandem parachute jump with Mr Parsons! It was for a great cause, furnishing a room for homeless women. Our team raised over $9000. Thanks goes to all those who sponsored us. We had a good time decorating it on the day. The idea of the tandem parachute jump was so we could raise as much money as possible with as little effort as possible. I am very grateful to Mr Parsons who was not at all keen, but he accepted the challenge for this great cause.

The photo below shows the room we decorated as part of a $6 million project for Anglicare based in Toowong. It is a refuge for homeless women and is managed so that it enables the women to regain self-esteem away from the streets where they are often at risk of abuse. Thanks to the many members of the TSS Community who supported Mr Parsons and me in our fundraiser. It is greatly appreciated.

FR JONATHAN WHEREAT

Chaplain THE CHAPEL AND SOME OF THE SERVICES HELD THERE

Mr Parsons, you are a true champion!

The Chapel continues as a significant landmark and symbol within the school of the importance of the spiritual dimension of being human. A significant range of services are offered in the Chapel both in term time and also over the holidays. The annual House Chapel services in 2015 provided an opportunity for each House to remember and honour their Patron while also hearing a message of David, the second King of Israel. The selection of a great leader is not primarily the physical and intellectual ability to do the job, but more importantly that the qualities of the heart are fundamental.

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Chaplain SACRISTANS

Each year we select a team of Sacristans, one from each House and also one as the School Sacristan. This team assists the chaplain to run the Chapel services each week and for any special events. The team for 2015 was Emmanuel Nyathi as School Sacristan, Michael Karlovic (ATK), Tae Hee Min (BID), Sam Finlayson (DEL), Harry Holmes (KAI), Tarrant Cardiff (MAU), Jack Staines (McK), Hugh Wheaton (MEL), Ha Min Kang (RAD), Sam Hoath (SUR), Munro Underwood (THO), Jasper Hardy (TUR) and Stan MackeyPayne (WAL). Each year they take more responsibility for the running of the services and the operation of the technology and management of the Chapel. Thanks for a positive year.

Alban’s Day Service at the end of Term Two. Peter will go to have a year now with Fr Bryan at Churchie. THE BOXING PRIEST

Visit from “the Boxing Priest”, Dave Smith. Also known as Fighting Father Dave, he is an Anglican parish priest based in Australia.

ANNUAL YEAR-LEVEL SERVICES

Each year level has an annual service in which a particular theme is explored. The new Year 7 cohort is welcomed to the school by members of the school council. Year 8 experience the solemn rituals of Ash Wednesday, the beginning of the season called Lent that leads up to Good Friday and Easter. Year 9 are encouraged to express gratitude to the members of the TSS staff, particularly those that work almost invisibly around the school, but who provide a vital service to the operations of the whole school. Year 10 celebrate the work of the United Nations by recognising the many areas of human suffering caused by both nature and human activity. They are encouraged to see that we all play a part to create a better world. Year 11 are invited to contemplate the dark side of humanity expressed in events like the use of atomic weapons and other human abuses across the world and over human history. They are then invited to consider the light that can be shed into these moments of human darkness. We do this on 6th August, Hiroshima Day, and the Feast of the Transfiguration. Finally, the Year 12 boys gather the night before their graduation in the Chapel for their Valedictory service in which they savour their years at TSS, the opportunities they have had, the friendships they have enjoyed and the mentors that have walked with them. This is a time to consider what wisdom they can take with them into the future. WEEKLY HOLY COMMUNION

He is best known for his work with at-risk youths, especially in his use of boxing for those suffering from substance-abuse problems and anger-management issues. He is also a sixth degree black belt and a professional boxer. His progression into martial arts and boxing happened while he was attempting to raise funds for the community in Dulwich Hill, where he was the Parish priest. It was a great honour to have Fr Dave visit the school. He shared his experiences and insights at several events over the three days. We had a dinner on the Sunday night for 20 members of staff. Fr Dave spoke and responded to questions related to his work with boys on the streets in an inner suburb of Sydney, and also on the streets in Syria from where he had recently returned. He allowed a few boys in Years 11 and 12 to have a go with him in the Chapel ring, much to the enjoyment of those watching on. He then spoke about the benefits of boxing and the discipline of controlling anger. During his four visits to the Chapel he talked about the theme “Fight the Good Fight”.

Every Wednesday morning at 8.00 there is a short Holy Communion service held in the Chapel and is open to staff, students and friends of TSS. Seven to 15 people gather for these services and we pray for the whole school and any particular concerns that are facing our school community or the world. This small community shares a breakfast together once a term in the Darnell Room prior to the service. STUDENT CHAPLAIN

This year has been a first for TSS and the Diocese in that we have had Peter Jeffery visit the school two days a week to assist his training as an Anglican Priest and also a trainee Chaplain. He has worked at the Prep School and Senior School in the classroom and also in the Chapel. He ran the St

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serving in all three SAS Squadrons during the Vietnam War, Lt Col Geoff Chipman. He is a member of the Gold Coast North Anglican Parish. He shared his story with the boys, relating how after his time in Vietnam he ended up with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and how he had to fight with that disorder to regain his life, and that he did so by rediscovering his faith in God. He now helps others with PTSD. PASTORAL SERVICES

We are pleased that we still have a number of Old Boys and staff who have weddings at St Alban’s Chapel. During 2015 there were nine weddings. It is also a great joy to celebrate the baptism of the children of Old Boys and friends of TSS. During 2015 Fr Jim and I have officiated at 25 baptisms. It has been very helpful having Rev Jim Stonier officiating at some weddings and some baptisms over the past couple of years. He has indicated that as he moves up to Brisbane he will withdraw from doing these services. I wish Rev Jim and Dianne all the best in this time of transition.

the boys to join in The Lord’s Prayer. After another song we close in prayer and say the Grace together. Here are some perspectives the boys have shared about our services. “The prayers in Chapel help me treat my mum nicely.” “Chapel has taught me how to be more mature and behave myself at both school and home.” “I have learnt in Chapel that you should always look on the bright side, and that has changed my attitude.” “Bounceback, and how it encourages myself and others to help everyone around you. And all the stories of the Bible, they are really amazing some of those stories.” “I have started to pay extra respect to my parents.”

The toughest thing in this role is to officiate at the funeral or memorial service of a staff member and sadly we had to do that twice this year. We had a great tribute to teacher Mr Robert Hawthorn halfway through the year. Then only months later during the September school holidays we had a large funeral for Mr Steve Roberts. Steve had been at TSS for 31 years and had served in several roles over that time. PREP SCHOOL CHAPLAIN – ROBERT BAKER CHAPEL PERSPECTIVE

Our weekly Chapel services at Prep are a very special time when we come together to pray, sing and learn about God. It is also a time when Mr Wyer presents the Bounceback focus for the week ahead. After a song, Mr Baker brings a Bible reading and a reflection on the meaning of what has been

In addition to our weekly Chapels we also have special Chapels when all Prep boys join together to commemorate Anzac Day, Easter, Remembrance Day and Christmas. These gatherings are always special. Boys from Years 3 – 6 are involved in an annual evening House Chapel service, and the boys of Year 6 have a special Clay and Candles service at the opening and closing of their final year at Prep. Our November Clay and Candles serves as the boys’ Gradual Service and is quite a special time for parents, boys and staff. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION PERSPECTIVE

Each week the Boys of Prep have a Religious Education lesson of 45 minutes’ duration. These lessons cover many of the important teachings and the seasons and celebrations of the Christian Faith. In recognising the fact that a number of boys have a different faith background we make a real effort to ensure that they feel accepted and included in our lessons. Here are some of the boys’ responses when they were asked what they had learnt in RE, and how they had applied this to their lives. shared from the Bible. Boys from the duty house present prayers, and the Housemaster then leads in prayer and invites

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“I used to think religion was just mumbo jumbo, but now it’s really interesting.”


Chaplain “Now I don’t fight with my sister as often.”

important situations of need. Thank you to all those who have given to these offerings or made donations at the time of the baptism of their son or daughter.

“How to treat others and how to treat myself.” “I have learnt that The Bible is not very different to the Qur’an, and to respect the differences. And, I’ve learnt to share more.”

1. Local Lions Palm Beach Lions Festival of Magic $900. 2. Local Rotary $660. Children’s Festival Circus Quirkus for 12 special needs children.

“I have not been saying ‘Oh my God’ or ‘Jesus’ anymore because it is rude.”

3. Local Anglican – St John’s centre $1,000 to provide services for people living on the street in Surfers.

“Nothing.” “I have learnt that we need to love one another as Jesus has loved us. I saw this in the playground, people being nice to one another.”

4. Emergency appeal for Nepal $4,100. 5. Parachute jump raised over $9,000 for Anglicare Home for homeless women in Brisbane.

“That I have to be more grateful for all the things I have (the widow with hardly any money donated it all to the offering box).”

6. Supporting the western Queensland Bush Ministry $1,000.

So many wonderful answers from so many wonderful boys. To summarise, we invite boys to engage with the teachings of The Bible, learn from its values, and challenge them to think of ways to introduce those values to their daily lives.

8. Projects in Africa, The Blind mission $1,000.

DONATIONS AND OFFERINGS DISPERSED

There are a number of offerings received in the Chapel over the year. It is great that we can distribute this money to several

7. Projects in the Pacific region November appeal, $1,500 Archbishop’s Appeal.

9. Projects for Middle East, $1,000 Barnabas Fund assisting with refugees. There is still money that will be distributed between now and the end of 2015. Thanks to all those who have contributed to the offerings in Chapel over the year.

SACRISTANS SEATED ROW:

MR A. PARSONS (DEPUTY HEADMASTER), T. CARDIFF, M. KARLOVIC, FR J. WHEREAT (CHAPLAIN), E. NYATHI, J. STAINES, H. KANG, MR G. WAIN (HEADMASTER)

SECOND ROW: H. HOLMES, H. WHEATON, S. HOATH, J. HARDY, S. MACKAY-PAYNE, M. UNDERWOOD, T. MIN, S. FINLAYSON

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boys at TSS. In order to ensure funding is directed in the most appropriate and effective way, extensive feedback from teachers and parents helps to identify and prioritise projects. Donations to the Building Fund are made immediately available for projects and in 2015 a total of $171,000 was raised through donations to the Voluntary Building Fund made in connection with school fees. To add further to this, an additional $8,900 was raised through the Annual Appeal.

GERRY NORTHAUSEN

Executive Officer The Southport School Foundation

THE FOUNDATION REPORTS IN

Once again the TSS Foundation has had a busy and productive year, with its various programs and activities generating the means to make a meaningful contribution to the growth and reputation of the School. Whether in the “bricks and mortar” aspects of TSS infrastructure or in the provision of opportunity for boys through scholarships and bursaries, the Foundation continues to uphold the TSS tradition of selflessness and service as it has done for over a century. THE BUILDING FUND BUILDS THE FUTURE

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The Foundation acknowledges and thanks all those who make these voluntary donations, which are an essential part of the philanthropic fabric of the School community. In practical terms these donations help to ensure that many vital projects can be undertaken without the need to increase school fees. It is in this spirit of community that we encourage all parents to support the Building Fund. SCHOLARSHIPS OPEN WINDOWS OF OPPORTUNITY

That a quality education lays the basis for a boy’s future is an article of faith with the Foundation and in this it’s also recognised that through various circumstances, for some boys, this educational pathway is not accessible. Giving substance to the spirit of philanthropy, Foundation Scholarships or Country Boarder Bursaries are awarded to boys who otherwise would not have the opportunity to attend a school such as TSS. These awards are both merit-based and needs-based and cover a certain percentage of a boy’s tuition at the School. Funding of these scholarships and bursaries is generated by social vehicles such as the Foundation Business Breakfasts and Annual Golf Day. Another aspect of this program is the strong commitment of the Headmaster and School Council to continuing and strengthening the School’s longstanding connection to rural and isolated regions of Australia. In this, building up the number of boarders from these areas is a key strategy and Country Boarder Bursaries are an important part of this.

In 2015, the Foundation transferred a total of $151,818 to the School to support these scholarships and bursaries, and looking ahead, the School and TSS Foundation aim to drive a significant increase in the value and number of such bursaries over the next few years. BRIDGING THE INDIGENOUS EDUCATION GAP

The Indigenous Education Program is a practical means by which the educational gap can be bridged and deliver life-changing opportunities for Indigenous boys. The first boys to benefit from this program commenced at the School in 2008, and as the program has grown the Foundation can point with pride to having helped support some of the 28 boys here in 2015. The IEP is definitely proving its worth and in this context we offer our wholehearted congratulations to Jabreeni Fogarty and Jordan Swan, both of whom were awarded full Academic Scholarships to Bond University to study Law. THE PLEASURES OF BUSINESS AT THE BREAKFAST TABLE

The TSS Foundation Business Breakfasts are regarded as one of the premier business networking functions on the Gold Coast. The always impressive line-up of guest speakers and the opportunity to mingle with fellow business persons in a convivial setting not only continues to draw strong attendances, but generates vital funding to support the Indigenous Education Program. Seven breakfasts were held throughout 2015 and these hosted a total of over


The Foundation 4,000 attendees. Guests enjoyed what has now been established as a high standard of informative and entertaining speakers from a wide range of backgrounds. This year’s line-up included: Mr Bernard Salt, Australia’s leading Demographer and Social Commentator; Colonel David Thomae, speaking on Queenslanders’ contribution to Australian Military Service; Mr Michael Knox, Director of Strategy and Chief Economist at Morgans; Mr Christopher Rex, Managing Director and CEO, Ramsay Health; Prime Minister, Mr Tony Abbott (attracting 1,560 attendees);

FRIENDLY FIRE EXCHANGED ON THE FAIRWAYS

INVESTING CAPITAL TO ADD FINANCIAL MUSCLE

The Foundation’s Annual Golf Day has attained legendary status, with players joining friendly but fierce battle for the bragging rights associated with winning one of the coveted cups.

The TSS Foundation Capital Investment Account was established in July 2012 for the purpose of adding depth and strength to the financial resources of the Foundation. Funds are invested on a long-term basis in high-quality shares and fixed-interest products, providing both capital growth and improved income returns. Advice on the investments is provided to the Board by Mr Rob Gibson and Mr Angus Douglas, Senior Advisors with Morgans Financial Ltd.

The weather held off again this year, allowing 104 parents, friends and Old Boys to once again enjoy an extremely competitive day at RACV Royal Pines. The day was widely applauded as a huge success and due congratulations go to the winners. The Foundation Cup was captured by Vaughan Oxenford, Grant Oxenford, Chris Oxenford and Dave Pervical. That ultimate Holy Grail – the McWhirter Cup – came down to a win (by the smallest of margins) for previous winners on many occasions, Jim Twentyman, Murray Elks, John Elks and Malcolm Elks.

THE BOARD STEERS A STEADY COURSE

Managing the Foundation to ensure it stays well on course to achieving its goals remains always relevant, and plans for the future is a task of considerable responsibility that requires commitment, vision and acumen. Shouldering this responsibility in 2015, accolades and gratitude are due for the the significant contributions of the following members of the Board of Management: President, Mr Rob Gibson Headmaster, Mr Greg Wain Company Secretary, Mr Ross Cardiff

Ms Fiona de Jong, CEO Australian Olympic Committee; and Mr Terry Morris, Chairman and Managing Director of the family owned Morris International Group. Our sincere thanks go to all our sponsors and players for once again making The Annual Golf Day such a memorable occasion.

Board Members: Mr Fraser Perrin Mr David Statham Mr Tom Ray Mr Angus Douglas Mr Brett Frizelle Mrs Thea Jeanes-Cochrane

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As 2015 comes to a close and we welcome in 2016, we take a moment to reflect on the year that was. To see the OSA go from strength to strength has been inspiring. The Old Boys’ Weekend was once again a huge success. The new initiatives introduced by the OSA have proved popular, and increased the presence of the OSA in the community.

NATHAN QUARTERMAINE

President of the Old Southportonians’ Association

OLD SOUTHPORTONIANS’ ASSOCIATION

The mentoring program introduced in 2011 has continued to grow, with over 120 mentors on the database. We have seen an increase in the earlier engagement of younger Old Boys and also the benefits of providing career guidance to over 500 current students in Years 10, 11 and 12. Our first Young Old Boys networking night was a huge success based on a 98% ‘excellent’ rating from those that attended. This was truly a reflection on the calibre of the Old Boy and Business Community leaders that were generous enough to donate their time for the event. We intend to have a similar event in the 2016 calendar.

With the help from the School we will continue to promote the OSA/Parent Mentor Program for students to ensure the benefits of being a TSS student do not end once you leave the gates on Graduation Day.

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The Old Boys’ Weekend once again was a roaring success, with the years of 55, 65, 75, 85, 95 and 05 all well represented. With over 1000 registrations for the official events, the Old Boys’ Weekend continues to be the feature event in the OSA calendar. Further to the official functions, all the year groups held well-attended individual functions on the Friday night that were a great kick-off to the weekend. Judging by the feedback from the weekend’s attendees, the food, drinks and conversations were all thoroughly enjoyed.

Next year our focus will turn to the 56, 66, 76, 86, 96 and 06-year groups, with Old Boys’ Weekend being held on July 29-30. As usual this will coincide with the Generations Dinner on Thursday 28 and also the Foundation/ OSA McWhirter Cup Golf Day on Friday. Information on all events will be published early in 2016.


Old Southportonians’ Association Branch functions once again this year have played a big part in spreading the spirit of the OSA both locally and internationally. With functions held in Hong Kong, London, Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne, the strength and enthusiasm of these branch members is amazing, and we are thankful for all your hard work in keeping the spirit of the OSA alive and well globally.

Hidden Creek continues to operate at a steady pace. With a slight decrease in bookings this year, it continues to be the venue for the School’s Cadet Camp. Special thanks to Peter Lockhart for his management of the property, as without his many hours of work and dedication to the facility it would not be operational.

The OSA continues to fulfil one of the main objectives by providing bursaries to sons of Old Boys attending TSS. This year we have been able to contribute significant financial support to Old Boys’ sons attending the school. This is a vital part of our continuing support we provide to Old Boys.

Our online community continues at a steady pace with over 5000 Old Boys now registered either through the website or through social media. This has really allowed us to grow the recognition of the OSA community and engage with our members and locate members who may have lost touch since leaving TSS. We are arguably the largest online GPS alumni community in Australia.

We are currently reviewing our fiveyear plan. This plan is crucial to setting out our goals and milestones as we continue to advance the purpose of the organisation. At the centre of the intent of this document are the objectives set by our predecessors at the foundation of the OSA. The document aims to continue these objectives and adapt them to needs of current and past generations of Old Boys. The FiveYear Strategic Plan is in the final stages of preparation and will be ready for distribution in the first half of 2016.

I would also like to recognise the contributions of the OSA Executive Officer, Kris Hailey, throughout the year. Due to the dedication, enthusiasm and high standards she has set for the operation of the OSA, the year has been a big success. In particular her contributions to the Old Boys’ Weekend, the successful Mentoring Program and events and the newly introduced Tutoring Module are evidence of the increased engagement and growth of our association.

I would like to thank all active members of the OSA Council in both Executive and Non-Executive roles. Without their support and ongoing contribution we would not be able continue to further the objectives of the OSA with such effectiveness.

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Art Visual Visual Art students have been enthused and inspired by a range of field trips to the Gallery of Modern Art, The Queensland Art Gallery, The Tweed Regional Gallery at Murwillumbah and our excellent regional gallery at Bundall, where they have viewed touring exhibitions like the Asia Pacific Triennial, Ben Quilty’s ‘After Afghanistan’ works, ‘Energies’ 2015 , “Cutback – Surfing through Art” and the Margaret Olley permanent exhibition.

SELF PORTRAIT – CALLUM HAYDEN, YEAR 11 DIGITAL DESIGN ON CANVAS

MIKE SLEEMAN

Head of Art

Years 9 and 10 have drawn inspiration for their practical artwork from the local environment – excursions to Burleigh Heads National Park and the City of Surfers Paradise providing source material, with the Year 11s exploring ‘The Self ’ as a concept for their work, and the senior students seeking to ‘Make a Difference’ by addressing significant world issues in their art. The Year 12 right-brain brothers presented two outstanding exhibitions of their own work (in April and July) in The St Alban’s Gallery. The work of our visual/spatial and kinaesthetic learners has kept our own gallery full of confrontational, engaging and raw artworks. The subject matter for each artwork is researched and developed by the artist, and the resultant work is designed to provoke a response and encourage viewers to take a stand on issues such as racism, consumerism and terrorism. Our Clocktower Gallery has become a most valuable focal point for the ultimate purpose of making art – to have it seen by the public. Digital art has become a favoured media of expression in the Art Department and personal computers have become not only a powerful and necessary tool in the research and development of ideas, but are also invaluable in the production of both photoshop work and time-based imagery using software such as After Effects. Hamish Thomson, Jim Chapman, Lachie Vine and Sol Burke have produced some quality work in this field. The use of digital media allows students to analyse, deconstruct and interact meaningfully with their binary world. A number of senior students recently had their work selected for “Energies”. This exhibition, curated by TSS art stalwart Stephen Eardley, and held annually at The Gold Coast City Art Gallery, presents works of the highest standard from secondary schools across South East Queensland. Representing TSS were Zac McFarlane,

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Max Statham, Brock Thornburgh, Harlan Norris, Tim Richardson, Hamish Thomson and Jack Klementsen. Art critics attending the opening night described their works as “having a strong conceptual base that drew on exciting and confident visual literacy skills… which use spiritual and emotional intelligence to communicate a personal focus”. The Energies exhibition can be viewed at http:// energies2015goldcoastsecondaryschools.blogspot. com.au. Zac McFarlane was subsequently invited to attend an Emerging Artists’ workshop day at the Gold Coast City Art Gallery. Much of the exciting and original work students have created over the past year is available for viewing on the TSS art blogs located at: http://tssyr7art.blogspot.com.au http://tssyr8art.blogspot.com.au http://tssyr9art.blogspot.com.au http://tssyr10art.blogspot.com.au http://tssyr11art.blogspot.com.au http://tssyr12art.blogspot.com.au The rising stars of Year 10 include Ethan Setchell, Jim Chapman, Jake Jones, Kyle Lowe, Lachie Vine, Kaimana Barry, Eddie Lam and Jordan Phillips, who all received academic excellence awards for their original and innovative design. Dougal Coleman, Daniel Bowen, Jaidan Jones, Tony Zhang, Sameel Vahidy, Charlie Hawkins and Piere Huang consistently produced quality work in Year 9. Their work and the work of others can be found in ‘The Harvest’ section of the 2015 Southportonian. The Years 7 and 8 cohorts are immersed in learning experiences that embrace a range of disciplines, including digital design, sculpture, painting, drawing, art appraisal and graphic design units that have been tailored to embrace the new Australian Curriculum. Our Boarding community continues to take advantage of Boarders’ Art prep, which runs most Wednesday evenings and can provide yet another avenue for personal tuition. Kerrie Anderson will be curating an exhibition of Prep School Graduating students’ artworks in the St Albans Gallery in November. Long-time senior school teacher and art fixture Stephen Eardley is again the headline act at the Kirra Hill Gallery in November with an exhibition of ‘miniature’ works, which takes place just prior to his departure on well-earnt long service leave in 2016.


Business and Enterprise The passion and enthusiasm the boys bring to their study of business across Year 9 - Year 12 is exciting. For some students, their study of a business subject is a pathway to further study at university; other students already operate their own business and the classroom is an opportunity to cement their knowledge and skills; and for others, they see our business subjects as offering an important understanding for the world in which we live as future employees, business owners and even as consumers. Our classrooms and business programs are designed to nurture this enthusiasm that boys are bringing to the study of business. ANTHEA BENNETT

Head of Business and Enterprise Education

This year we welcomed new staff members to the department, Mrs Kerrie Dickson and Mr Ian Browne, both of whom, among teaching other subjects, are working with the 107 Year 9 students that selected Business & Enterprise as an elective. These numbers are at a record high and reflect the eagerness of students to begin their business pathway. The Diploma of Business and Certificate III in Business offers students unprecedented vocational skills while still at school. Almost 50 students successfully completed the Diploma of Business this year. This qualification has offered students the opportunity to further extend their business knowledge, increase their employability skills and has also transitioned them to the more independent nature of tertiary study. The Business Department views this partnership with Careers Australia as an excellent opportunity for students that are wishing to pursue a career in business.

the GriffithBUSINESS program, which involved students participating in assessment at Griffith University in the areas of Business Management; Commerce; and Tourism, Hotel, Event & Sport Management. The students that successfully completed the program are now guaranteed direct entry into a Griffith University business course in 2016. Congratulations also go to Jack Klementsen, who not only gained direct entry, but was awarded a scholarship for his efforts in the program.

In the Business Department we are committed to offering students additional opportunities to extend their business skills. Our Business Leadership Passport Program continues to be extremely popular. Students were fortunate to hear from a range of experienced business leaders and also had the opportunity to participate in work experience, enterprise activities and workshops; all designed to enhance their business leadership skills. Year 11 students eagerly participated in the Australian Business Week (ABW) program where they take over the running of a hypothetical sporting goods company. ABW is a unique learning opportunity for students, unlike any other program or classroom activity offered. Students are challenged in a business context and develop crucial skills in relation to time management, leadership and initiative. Big things often come from small beginnings, and for many students their work in the Business Department is a stepping stone to a bright future.

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BEN HIRST

Head of Design Technology

Change can often be a challenge and the Senior Graphics students had to adapt to a new leader in the way of Mr Ken Connors, with the sudden illness and passing of Mr Robert Hawthorn earlier this year. During their school life students are often faced with a change of teacher, but it adds that extra challenge when it is the result of tragic and unexpected circumstances. Mr Connors has stepped in and while maintaining a seamless transition, has taken the program to new levels, introducing the students to opportunities with 3D printing to give them a tangible representation of their design work. Senior Graphics has also achieved confirmation of assessment at Verification. A further acknowledgement of Mr Connor’s Graphics capability is him gaining a position on the Gold Coast District Graphics Panel.

the ability to enter their architectural designs, walk around and get a true sense of the space that they have created.

WALKING AROUND IN A VIRTUAL WORLD – USING THE OCULUS RIFT

This also gives a Technology Studies student the ability to place a designed piece of furniture in a space and enter the room in virtual reality to see the size and proportions of their design. It has always been a difficulty faced by students in getting a grasp on how their designs function or look in the real world before the project moves to the production stage. This will also give the new OP subject offering of Engineering Technology similar opportunities. Mr Mark Lockett has taken our first crop of students through the Year 10 program and success is apparent, with a sizeable group taking on the subject at OP level.

YEAR 10 GRAPHICS DESIGN PHONE SUPPORT – 3D PRINT

CONCEPT TECHNOLOGY DESIGN CENTRE IN AUTODESK REVIT

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All of these new technologies and developments that we can offer students echoes the sentiments of the Advancing


Design Technology Education Announcement from the Minister for Education, Kate Jones, encouraging schools to ‘ensure greater focus on science, technology, engineering and maths – including coding and robotics’ (STEM) in an effort to help our students prepare for a rapidly changing and developing economy and society. The next major phase faced by the school will be the development of a Technologies environment where all of the disciplines can be brought together under the same roof. The loss of the Graphics Rooms and Staff Technology offices to make way for the new Lecture Theatre will see them being relocated in the school, adding a minor inconvenience on a geographic level, but hopefully, considering the Minister’s announcement, will bring forward our turn for an amalgamated Technologies centre to the nearer future.

LLEYTON SEHMISH-LAHEY – YEAR 11 COAT RACK

JOSHUA NEILSEN – YEAR 12 COMMUNITY SEATING

A new syllabus for Year 12 Technology saw the charity toy design project replaced, which will be disappointing to the flurry of Christmas shoppers (mostly staff) buying wooden toys for gifts. Students this year were to create a seating design for a community of their choosing, designed to be tailored to the specific needs of that community. Many interesting ideas were created, but the crowd favourite was Josh Nielsen’s lawn bowls club outdoor relaxer. One of the projects for Year 11 Technology students was to design and create a coat rack for a client. Some of the students were able to develop some true designer products, but special mention to Lleyton SehmishLahey’s elegant creation for his sister.

ZANE QUINN – YEAR 12 DESIGNING FOR THE CLIENT

Time is always against us with the Junior program, but the Year 7 to Year 9 students in Design and Technology work hard to ensure they get through, exploring projects that see them problem solving and working with plastics and wood and now integrating 3D printing technology of components that adds value to their project work. Our challenge next year is to build on the new technologies and incorporate them into Design and Technology programs while maintaining students’ development of skills.

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Drama It has been an exciting year for the Drama Department. The Year 11 Drama class captured the pathos and comedy of new recruits in boot camp in their production of Biloxi Blues by Neil Simon. They performed very well in the senior division of the Gold Coast Secondary Schools’ Drama Festival and were awarded TSS Academic Creative Studies Awards for extending a classassessment task into an excellent full production.

DI FRANCIS

Head of Drama The House Drama Festival, inaugurated in the 1950s, provides opportunities for students to explore their playwriting, directing, acting, technical theatre, leadership and teamwork skills. For those students who display exceptional ability, Goblets for Dramatic Excellence are awarded. Congratulation to Kaiser House for winning the Drama Festival with Khurshed Mehta’s Thirteen Days, which explored the tensions of the Cuban missile crisis.

smoothly and the boys performed polished, exciting scenes. Throughout the year the Drama classes attended a range of professional productions, exposing them to contemporary staging techniques and various styles of theatre from Realism to Physical Theatre. As part of the Drama syllabus, students complete analytical Responding Tasks for assessment reflecting on the plays they have seen. At the Gold Coast Arts Centre they saw a powerful production of Kelly by Matthew Ryan, performed by the QLD Theatre Company. Dracula was a popular excursion to Brisbane’s Cremorne Theatre and the Drama students joined Year 8 to view The Apology, a physically demanding two-man show dealing with the long-term effects of bullying. The year ended with junior Drama classes attending Stage Make-Up workshops, learning from an expert the skills of creating ‘bloody’ cuts using wax and fake blood. Once again boys delighted in scaring their parents with their injuries.

Throughout the year The TSS Theatre Crew has supported numerous events and productions in both the Annand Theatre and the Drama Studio. Their dedication and skill is truly appreciated. The Years 9 and 10 Drama Showcase provided the opportunity for parents and family to enjoy the dramatic talents of the junior Drama students. The boys selected scenes ranging in style from comedy to tragedy, from Realism to Monty Python! The evening flowed

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English Like The Southport School itself, the English program at TSS is a highly respected combination of tradition and innovation. As such, we aim to create graduates who are as familiar with the great works of literature as they are with magazines, feature films and newspapers. Most importantly, that they have the skills at their disposal to critically evaluate any text in their journey as a lifelong learner.

SCOTT MCDONALD

Head of English

The key focus of this year has been to expand this critical evaluation to the next frontier that boys often shy away from – communication. This emphasis on the ability to express ideas, either verbally with confidence or in writing with clarity, has produced a range of outstanding success stories. As we look ahead and continue to develop systems and strategies for writing in all text types across the curriculum, this balance between discerning and creating and between tradition and innovation will continue to produce excellence at the School. The junior program seeks to front-end challenging material in the selection of thought-provoking texts and concepts. It is our aim that boys rise to the challenge of the Senior School and understand that every analytical, expository and imaginative tool they are given can be used throughout the English program until their graduation. Similarly, the English program seeks to meet the needs of boys by responding to their preferred learning styles. Given the high number of bodily kinaesthetic learners in Years 7 to 9, there has been a particular focus in Junior English on the use of movement in lessons. This is particularly evident in Year 7 where Fridays have been dedicated to learning through movement, particularly in fundamental language tasks such as spelling. Lessons also utilise an array of stimulus to cater to varied learning styles. Along with innovations in preferred learning styles, the Year 9 program has sought to embed elements of positive psychology in order to establish a link between the school’s pastoral and

academic dimensions. This is most evident in a narrative task in which students are asked to explore a challenge that they have overcome, and implicitly link their triumph to one of the school’s Habits of Wellbeing. This focus enriched the narrative unit, providing a therapeutic opportunity for the boys to reflect on early adolescence from a constructive point of view. The writing produced was particularly powerful, sincere and authentic. The senior program builds on these skills and completes a cycle of a formative introduction to the requirements of the Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority, followed by a summative assessment of these skills, which form the prerequisite for most course of study at universities in Queensland. During this cycle, the focus is on students working more independently and with less teacher revision of work in order to foster resilience and guarantee authentic proof of learning. Senior study exemplifies the TSS commitment to literary texts as well as the critical literacy tools required to be an informed global citizen in an age of information. Alternate pathways in senior English are the English for ESL learners and English Communication. English for ESL has allowed many students to pursue tertiary education through a series of literacy and language components that do not require a familiarity with Australian contexts and culture. The English Communication strand is based on the needs of vocational study, the workplace and remaining a critical learner in a text-based society and gain accreditation in first aid and barista courses. As more tertiary institutions are accepting English Communication for those students who have achieved a school-based diploma, this is becoming an attractive option for more students each year. Boys in both English for ESL and English Communication have been actively engaged and prepared for their postschool studies and produced a range of outstanding work.

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ANGELA FOULDS-COOK

Head of Gifted and Talented Year 7-Year 12

The Senior School Gifted and Talented Program continues to flourish with a talent development vehicle of clustering, extension and enrichment classes, and accelerative options to those boys whose potential is on a trajectory towards being translated into performance. An emphasis on the needs of the individual student drive the provisions for each boy. Positive catalysts are purposefully put in place to extend and build the gifted student’s academic and social and emotional experience such as; teachers who have completed Professional Learning on how to effectively teach gifted and gifted learning disabled students, the explicit teaching of emotional intelligence and the adoption of a growth mindset, acceptance of the diverse nature of learning and leadership skills, and close collaboration with parents, teachers and the Additional Learning Needs Team to produce dynamic ALN plans for those who are identified as twice exceptional. These examples among many approaches are researchbased provisions that aim to give the Gifted TSS boy the best chance of transforming his gifted potential into performance over time. Mrs Angela Foulds-Cook and Mrs Jasna Poeszus continue to make a positive contribution to the wider community. They presented at the International Conference on Gifted on the topic of social and emotional wellbeing as it is embedded in the TSS G&T program, and Mrs Foulds-Cook took part in a Gifted research forum held at UNSW.

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self-efficacy of their learning. Science, Maths and Year 7 core teacher Mr Matthew Slattery became involved in teaching the Year 8 G&T and he explored the concept of ‘Energy’, ‘Growth vs fixed mindset’ and ‘Sharing an idea’. While exploring ‘Energy’ the students were encouraged to think creatively and take risks in their design of a mechanical system to best harness the power of the wind. Students were also tasked with ‘Sharing an Idea’ within the theme of ‘upsetting the balance’. The boys presented varied and interesting topics in a format similar to TED talks such as; how women are betrayed in video games, the subjects taught at school, whether sport should attract government funding as opposed to science or medicine, and on race issues. Among a wide variety of topics the Year 9 G&T withdrawal class have concentrated on how to learn and revise efficiently as the content and subject load increases throughout their senior years. Year 9s explored strategies to increase the level of their creativity and how to think like a genius by examining Da Vinci as a model producer of innovative inventions and ideas. Protecting the emotional life of gifted teens has also been a strategic focus this year. The boys have been taught multiple relaxation and wellbeing strategies and where and how to seek support, culminating in Year 10 G&T students participating in the Generation Next Mental Health and Wellbeing Day held at Bond University.

The Year 10 G&T elective saw presentations on a wide variety of topics, for example, Financial Fitness, The Importance of the Ocean, Positive Psychology, How Fitness Impacts Success, to name a few, and the students were able to benefit greatly from the wisdom of a variety of guest


Gifted and Talented speakers. An important innovation to the Year 10 G&T program saw support for the national focus on STEM subjects with the introduction of the Griffith University Griff INfotech “Introduction to Programming”. The students under the tutelage of Mr Keshlan Chinia and supervision of Mrs Foulds-Cook have learnt how to code using the Java Programming Language. They completed Griffith online units and attended a lecture day at the Gold Coast campus, where the students were taught some of the more challenging programming problems and were given an informative tour of the gaming and robotics studios. These boys look well on the way towards being awarded this university course in Year 11, and some may continue on to the next course, “Introduction to object-oriented programming”. A few of these boys also went over to Year 5 Prep classes to teach basic programming and spread the message that coding is a very important 21st century skill to master.

YEAR 7 GIFTED AND TALENTED SEATED ROW:

MRS A.M. FOULDS-COOK, S.G. LEDINGHAM, N.O. OXLEY, M.W. BUCKLEY, N.N. PHILLIPS, J.H. HARDY, Z.E. CIROCCO, K.H. HERFT, MR. B.T. GOLDBURG

SECOND ROW H.A. BENNETT, P.J. WOLFENDEN, N. CROSS, S. LEE, N. PURZA-PAGE, Z.H. ROSSITER, F.D. SMITH, G.F. GIBSON, K.A. SCHLAPHOFF, J.C. CASTOR THIRD ROW

L.S. COLE, K. KANEMURA, C.S. CAMPBELL, W.C. SPISICH, H.P. DEVANTIER, J.M. YUEN, B.J. COOK, V. GANGASANDRA, Z.R. NIXON

ABSENT:

J.P. BOX, H.J. JEANES-GRANT

SEATED ROW:

MRS A.M. FOULDS-COOK, F.M. LANE, C.J. HANRAHAN, T.J. WRIGHT, A.R. MILLS, J.T. SMITH, M.J. LAMBIE, T. FUJII, MR M.G. SLATTERY.

YEAR 8 GIFTED AND TALENTED

The Senior School Honours program for those boys across Years 8-10 who achieve an A- or better in particular subjects was undertaken with gusto this year. Many boys completed extension projects in Business, History, English, Drama, Robotics, Crest Science projects, Chinese, French, Library, Java Programming and Maths this year, and some were awarded admission into the Honours Society for completing eight projects at an impressive A standard. These projects will be displayed by faculty in the Innovation Corridor located under the Arch of Honour. TSS Gifted and Talented and Honours students continue to be supported with a strong program encouraging them to engage with unique learning opportunities. Our aim is to help these unique boys to flourish both academically and socially, so that they can use their gifts to make a difference within our TSS community and beyond.

SECOND ROW: A.H. TIMONEY, M.J. WOOD, B.G. KELLY, T.A. SCOTCHMER, S.P. STEVENS, M.K. MANLEY, R.E. MURPHY, N.L. NEAL, J.B. WALDEN, A.A. KITCHIN, C.R. SELBY, C.D. LOCKETT ABSENT:

B.S. BOTTING, S.J. BOWEN, E.J.COCHRANE, H.J.DIGHT, W.J. GAULT, S.R. GIBSON, R. KIM, D. LIU, T.H. MCCORMACK, B.A. OWEN, T.P. OXENFORD, D.M. ROBERTSON, S.C.THOMPSON, A.H. URBAIN, B.P. VERTULLO, J.F. WARE, C.J. WILSON

YEAR 9 GIFTED AND TALENTED SEATED ROW:

MRS A.M. FOULDS-COOK, J. BOLTON, A.J. BETTLES, C.T. CORBETT, T.J. NICHOLSON, J.R. DWYER, S.A. VAHIDY, S.H. MCMATH, T.D. EDMUNDS, T. ZHU, MR. B.T. GOLDBURG

SECOND ROW: H. CHEN, C.J. DOUYERE, J. MARIANI, M. JIANG, K.B. FIELDER, T.C. WRIGHT, F.M. BAILDON, E.M. MAHON, B.T. FUNNELL, X.J. DOERR, W.O. TIMONEY, T. ZHANG, C. SCOTT, F.J. DONALD ABSENT:

D.R. CONNOLLY, T.H. FUHRMANN, H.T. KNUDSEN, J.E. KRAVCHENKO, C.J. PILCHER, C.TRAN

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YEAR 10 GIFTED AND TALENTED SEATED ROW:

HONOURS SOCIETY

MRS A.M. FOULDS-COOK, J.A. ROGELJA, M.P. VERTULLO, J.L. DWYER, MR. B.T. GOLDBURG

SECOND ROW: J.P. HUTCHISON, T.A. TREMAIN, A.M. NELSON, F.B. FOULDS-COOK, H.E. GREEN, O.A. BUTLER

SEATED ROW: MRS A.M. FOULDS-COOK, J.G. GRAY, MS J. INGLIS SECOND ROW: T.O. EDMUNDS, J.A. ROGELJA, R.A. MCCULLOUGH, F.B. FOULDS-COOK, V. NEDUNCHEZHIAN

ABSENT:

T.J. SHERLINE

SEATED ROW:

MS J. INGLIS, J.F. WARE, A.J. BETTLES, M.J. LAMBIE, D.P. CLOUGH, C.J. HANRAHAN, L.G. RUTHERFORD, W.J. GAULT, MRS A.M. FOULDS-COOK

YEARS 8, 9 AND 10 HONOURS SECOND ROW: J.T. SMITH, C.D. LOCKETT, A.A. KITCHIN, W.O. LAYT, E.J. COCHRANE, C.T. GRAY, B.A. OWEN, F.M. LANE, T. FUJII, J.G. GRAY THIRD ROW:

R. KIM, J.D. BAKER, A.H. TIMONEY, M.H. TSE, B.D. VIVLIOS, F.A. SMITH, M. FREEMAN, Y.S. BENZENATI, T.D. EDMUNDS

FOURTH ROW: J.A. BRUNSKILL, T.J. RIGBY, O.A. ROBB GLADWIN, F. CHEN, J.L. DWYER, K. JO, D. LEVENDAKIS, D. BURTON, J.G. RUTHERFORD, E.J. VAN DER VEGT, K.A. RUTHERFORD, H.P. WALLER, S.I. ANDARAWEWA, A. JUMAILY, J.L. ATTHOW FIFTH ROW:

O.J. HALL, H.E. GREEN, D. LEON, Y.L. YANAKA, F.B. FOULDS-COOK, P.N. MURTAGH, M. NOSKOV, O.S. DENNIS, O.J. SHERRAH, T.J. SHERLINE, C.J. MURPHY, J.P. HUTCHISON, J.A. ROGELJA, K.M. BARRY, J. SHIN

SIXTH ROW:

J. BOLTON, L.X. ZHENG, A.J. RIDGWAY, R.A. MCCULLOUGH, J. MARIANI, H.E. MARTIN, K.K. BLIGH, K.B. NEWITT, H. FRENCH, L.A. CHESTERMAN, B. RADEL, V. NEDUNCHEZHIAN, T.A. SCOTCHMER, J.W. FULTON, D.J. HUMMELSTAD, H. CHEN, B. BOTTING

SEVENTH ROW: K.B. FIELDER, J.H. JOHNSTONE, W.J. KEMP, S.A. MOFFAT, A.M. NELSON, O. GALLAGHER, J.A. HESLOP, M. MCCARTHY, H. KADDATZ, R.C. GALL, M. HARRIS, S. GIBSON, M.M. LOVETT, J.R. MATTHEWS, J.E. CHAPMAN, T.D. OXENFORD, H. ELISHAV ABSENT:

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Health and Physical Education

STEVEN BAKER

Head of Health and Physical Education

2015 was a progressive year in the TSS Physical Education Department. The clear pathway for boys to follow from Year 7 to Year 12 is bolstered with underpinning principles of age-appropriate Long Term Athletic Development (LTAD), leadership opportunities and outstanding program development and results in Senior Physical Education and Recreation Studies. The Physical Education Department this year had an experienced staff, including the Director of Rugby, Mr Adrian Blundell, the Director of Athletics and Cross Country, Mr Andrew Stalling, First XV Coach Mike Wallace, Assistant Director of Athletics/First XV Manager Greg Norman and the Director of Sport, Mr Bryan Hain. The cutting edge Sports Excellence program for Years 7-10 Physical Education lessons continues to evolve. This program has offered the boys to select from a wide range of sporting options each term working with selected specialist staff in these areas. This has allowed for very high-quality teaching and learning, effectively allowing for us to offer “Sports Excellence” training in PE time. Furthermore, the Years 7-10 lessons have been periodised, working towards components of fitness in core strength, running and agility technique, plyometrics (jump/power training), core stability and flexibility. The activities conducted were age appropriate and are fundamental components of the National Curriculum, as well as providing health improvement and injury prevention. This was progressively developed through the year from base-level aerobic fitness with cross-country running through to athletics and athleticism training then swimming as key movement proficiencies. Compulsory fitness tests are conducted each semester and this was itemised and reported to parents coupled to diligence grades and TSS average results. This feedback allows boys to track their progress against national standards and to provide feedback on their performance, progress and effort. As a department we made the step of performing reparation work with boys who were below average standard on the aerobic tests. This was

extremely successful as the majority of boys (with much work) were able to achieve significant improvement in their performance. The careful planning of Years 7-10 Physical Education has allowed the successful transition from Junior Health and Physical Education to Senior Board Physical Education and Recreation Studies. In 2015, Senior Board Physical Education included Cricket, Touch Football, Volleyball and Golf in a program that integrated theoretical content learnt in Sports Psychology, Training Principles, Sociology and Biomechanics. Further improvement in use of ICT and resourcing on Moodle, with improvement in drafting, academic writing, research methods and referencing, has also assisted the results of the Year 12 cohort in an outstanding effort to set a high standard for the Year 11s to emulate in 2016. In fact, the achievement of around one-third of the Year 12 PE cohort to achieve a VHA is an outstanding effort across their practical and theoretical work. This performance has not been seen in the seven years I have been HOD. Well done to all boys and staff involved in the subject and special mention goes to Tyler Campbell who received the Year 12 PE Prize for top achievement. Mr Mike Wallace and Mr Peter Bromley delivered the Senior PE Lessons exceptionally well through Years 11 and 12 as we continue to refine and evolve in seeking best practice in the subject area. This year has also seen the Board Registered Recreation Studies move towards the new work program to include practical and theoretical components of striking skills, fishing and surf skills, invasion games and strength and conditioning. Underpinning these activities was development of coaching and leadership development through giving boys ownership and responsibilities in leading/organising/implementing a whole range of activities towards potential employment in the booming Recreation industry. Finally, congratulations to the graduating Year 12s, and I would like to commend the work of all staff on a great year.

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2015 has been a good year for the Humanities Faculty – one in which we progressed our curriculum significantly, produced a large number of very highachieving students, and most of all, continued to deliver courses the boys found enjoyably challenging. However, it has also been a year of sadness because we lost our friend and valued faculty member Mr Steve Roberts to cancer. In this report I will describe the good things that happened, but first I wish to say some words about Steve.

ROBERT RITCHIE

Head of Humanities

STEVE ROBERTS JOINED THE 2014 GREECE TOUR

Mr Roberts is sadly missed by staff and students. He taught all the Year 9 Geography classes, and the boys greatly enjoyed his stories and extensive knowledge of Gold Coast beach management and weather forecasting, especially for the way he was able to weave his love of yachting into the lessons. For me, one of the highlights of our shared time was our Faculty’s 2014 History Tour to Greece. Steve took his daughter, Amy, on this tour, and the special memories that were created abroad have taken on extra significance since.

REMEMBERING STEVE ROBERTS

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I must say his dominant strength as Housemaster was his knowledge and understanding of his boys. Steve knew his boys well and if they deserved recognition he fought for it on their behalf. If boys fell off the rails he worked tirelessly to put them on the right track again so that they could believe in the philosophy of TSS. At Housemaster meetings when prefects were being voted on Steve would meticulously present detailed information on the achievements of his chosen candidates, always presenting a holistic overview of the young man, emphasising in particular good character and integrity above all other characteristics as being essential for the position. Steve loved his boys and the School. During his illness he would often email wanting to know the progress of the boys in Walker House in the various House activities. We will miss his presence in the boundaries of this school; his warm smile and genuine concern for all, but can be thankful for having known him and of having the pleasure to have worked alongside him.”

At The Southport School, the Humanities Faculty offers three subjects at Senior level. These are Modern History, Geography and Ancient History. This year, among our Year 12s, we are pleased to report that 16 Ancient History students graduated, with special mention to top student Thomas Ross, who also received a Certificate of Academic Excellence for his research and assignment work in both Modern and Ancient History. Remarkably, in Modern History a record 15 of 42 graduates exited with Very High Achievement, with another 18 achieving High Achievement. Congratulations to top students Khurshed Mehta, Stephen Sandeman, Johayer (Lazim) Abtahi, Thomas Ross and Jack Scaysbrook, all of


Humanities whom achieved VHA 8 or better. Of the Geography students, 10 of 18 graduates exited with High Achievement or better. Congratulations to the VHA students, Dylan Nunn and Nick Watt.

comparison, give students opportunity to develop their oral communication skills through multimodal presentations.

The Humanities subjects are especially important for students as they provide an avenue for boys to perfect their research and writing skills in particular. In both Ancient and Modern History the boys formulate hypotheses and research questions, then undertake deep research into primary and secondary sources for evidence to validate or reject a hypothesis. The analytical essays and multimodal presentations completed in these subjects are solid grounding for similar tasks at university.

At The Southport School, it is pleasing to be able to report that enrolments continue to be healthy in the Senior subjects offered by the Humanities Department, and I have no doubt this is because our students recognise the real benefits of the generic skills taught in these subjects for their tertiary success, regardless of their chosen pathway. I take this opportunity to congratulate the Senior History teachers, Mr Virgoe Buckland and Mr John Wallace, on another successful year.

This is very important for all boys to recognise. While History is a natural fit for highly literate students, we strongly advocate that Maths/Science-oriented students also consider adding a History subject to their subject selections to take the opportunity to learn to master research and extended writing tasks. In writing reports in Geography, the emphasis is on primary research conducted in the field. Students must gather the data while on field excursions that they will need to draw conclusions and make decisions. In 2015, Senior geographers, for example, gathered observational and survey data to help them evaluate three strategies to improve the management of the Natural Bridge section of Springbrook National Park. Through response to stimulus exercises, geographers engage in the analysis of a range of sources, similarly leading to evaluation of options and recommendations, for example, about which is the best strategy to implement or the preferred location for a particular project. The higher order thinking skills of analysis and decision-making are explicitly taught. All Humanities subjects demand a high level of written expression, but Geography balances this skill with the development of students’ graphical and numerical skills through its practical work component. The Histories, in

Curriculum innovation occurring in 2015 saw the full implementation of the Australian Curriculum Geography syllabus in Years 7 and 8. Geography was taught in Semester Two. The Year 7 course added the Geography unit ‘Place and Liveability’ to the previously trialled unit ‘Water in the World’. The boys presented a multimodal, applying criteria to evaluate the liveability of a city of their choice. They also enjoyed a field excursion to Hinze Dam, hosted by the SEQWater educational team. In Year 8 HaSS, the boys studied the new Geography unit ‘Changing Nations’, in Term Four, with a research project examining the changing architecture of a colonial port city. In their History studies, Year 7 boys camped on Stradbroke Island and participated in activities designed to test their survival skills and grow their respect for the skills of ancient peoples. My thanks to the dedicated and passionate HaSS teaching team of Mr Lindsay Close, Mr John Wallace, Mr John Gayton and Mr Denzel Wilson.

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Humanities complemented by posters related to the School’s strategic priorities, specifically Habits of Mind, Habits of Wellbeing, Thinking Skills, Learning Styles and Habits of Heart. As well, photos taken on our History tours take pride of place in some rooms.

In Year 9, students completed one semester of Geography and one of History. In 2015, Year 9 Geography course was taught by Mr Colin Webb in Semester One and Mr Bryce Goldburg in Semester Two. Year 9 History was taught by Mr John Gayton and Mr Denzel Wilson, who also delivered the popular Year 10 Modern History course. The one-semester elective Year 10 Geography course in geomorphology and biogeography, taught by myself, Mr Robert Ritchie, added the study of coral reefs to its content in 2015.

To deliver the Year 10 Australian curriculum in History a unitised approach was again used, with classes rotating between teachers. Mr Conan Bland, Mr Denzel Wilson, Mr John Wallace and I each presented a unit that made best use of our expertise, covering topics as diverse as human rights and reconciliation in Australia; the Kokoda campaign and the ANZAC spirit; waves of migration to Australia since 1945; and historical skills development for success in Senior. The Honours program was again offered by the Humanities Faculty this year, with Mason Harris worthy of special mention for his Year 9 project on the Kokoda Track, which was displayed in the Innovation Corridor. I would also like to acknowledge in this report the excellent efforts of our team of teachers to ‘decorate’ their classrooms to improve the quality of the physical learning environment. In Nimmo Block, classrooms are genuinely engaging spaces, with wall mural world maps on each back wall,

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The Humanities Faculty continues to provide an academically challenging set of courses tailored to meet the interests of the boys and develop the skills they will need for tertiary success. This is possible only because of the collaborative spirit and professionalism of the teachers in the Faculty, and I would like to commend all the teachers on another highly successful year. It is very rewarding to work with such passionate educators willing to embrace change and consistently seeking to improve outcomes for the boys. I particularly this year want to acknowledge the passion, effort and expertise of Mr Bryce Goldburg for his work with the Year 9 Geographers.

In conclusion, I would like to take this opportunity to wish all the Valedictorians of 2015 the very best for the future, and trust they will find meaning and fulfilment in their chosen fields.


Information Technology The Information Technology department aims to give its students skills and knowledge to design, develop and evaluate digital solutions for current and future needs. Digital technologies allow students to be creative and at the same time demand attention to detail. The department runs classes in the Senior School for all year levels from Year 7 to Year 12. In Years 7 and 8, all students undertake a rotation of approximately 12 to 13 weeks in Information and Communications Technology.

ROB CLEGG

Head of Information Technology

The elective subject of Digital Design was again offered to our Year 9 students. This full-year course covered the units of Graphic Design, Capturing and Manipulating Digital Still Images, Enhancing the User Experience with Adobe Flash, Digital Narratives using Adobe Flash, Digital Video: Foundations of Video Design and Production and Web Design. This course has built on the graphic design and animation skills learnt in Year 8.

The Year 7 students were introduced to Flash Creative Cloud to create their own digital graphics and animations, after which they created animations and games in Scratch. The course stressed independent learning and creativity and set the students up for further studies in graphic design and game design.

In Year 8, the main component taught was Flash animation. The students were first taught the rudiments of the drawing tools and the Flash workspace, as well as some basic actionscripting and simple buttons. The students were then challenged to make their own animation as well as an ‘Escape the room’ game in Flash. They had to carefully work their way through a detailed tutorial to produce their game. Many students then went beyond the scope of the tutorial, creating interesting room variations and interactivity.

Another elective subject, ICT, was offered to the students in Year 10. The ICT course was designed to be a more general IT course to develop skills used across a range of career choices. The course covered graphic design, Flash animation and webpages. In Flash, students were able to learn some more advanced techniques and were given the opportunity to create their own Flash game. In the webpage unit, students were given an overview of current web design trends and then went on to design and build their own websites.

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Information Technology A second elective subject in Year 10 was ITS/Robotics. In this subject students developed their skills in design, developing and evaluating in the context of writing Robot C programs to control their Lego Mindstorms NXT robots. They learnt the theory of problem-solving techniques and programming structures. The students were then able to create and program robots to perform a wide variety of tasks.

Year 12 ITS covered website design in Semester 1 and game design in Semester 2. Students learnt html code and CSS, developed an ePortfolio and created 2D and 3D games in Unity.

The senior subject offered to students by the department is Information Technology Systems. Information Technology Systems (ITS) is a practical discipline that prepares students to respond to emerging digital technologies and information technology trends.

My thanks to the teachers in the department, Mr Bryce Goldburg and Mr Kesh Chinia, particularly in how they continue to develop resources for their classes and to keep up to date with changing technologies. My thanks also go to Mr Lockett for his assistance in the robotics components of the senior courses.

The Year 11 ITS students developed skills in graphic design for both electronic and print media, and learnt to work with Adobe Fireworks and inDesign. In Semester Two, students worked on Flash animation and using Actionscript to develop their own interactive learning object.

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Languages

LISA MILLER

Head of Languages SOPHIE BOISSERY

Coordinator of French DOREEN NG-YAP

Prep Teacher of Chinese

This year the Languages Department has grown and developed in new and interesting ways. We have undertaken an ISQ funded Action Learning Action Research project to answer the question, ‘How do we encourage a love of learning in Years 7 and 8 French and Chinese classes?’ We surveyed students for their opinions, and found that while eLearning is successful as a teaching and learning resource, experiences are the most effective and memorable teaching moments we offer. Students particularly enjoy our lunches at cafés and restaurants, finding them a valuable means to practise the language and culture they have learnt in class. We’ve all thoroughly enjoyed our visits to The Pastry Emporium in Bundall, run by Old Boy Adrian Grazioli, and to Sunny’s Kitchen in the Centre Arcade in Surfers Paradise.

Our survey also showed that study tours such as the Melbourne Chinatown Experience and the China Sojourn have a great effect on student engagement in learning languages. In French, most of the students who joined the New Caledonia Tour in 2012 continued their studies through to Senior in 2015. Action Research has had a positive effect on the Languages Department, allowing Coordinator of French Sophie Boissery to work closely with Year 7 Teacher Paula Henry on the Year 7 French program, and provided time for collaboration between Maths Teacher Kenn Williams and Science Teacher Ben Shin on the Years 7 and 8 Chinese program.

2015 ISQ ACTION LEARNING, ACTION RESEARCH LANGUAGES TEAM

CHINESE REPORT

Year 9 students studied Chinatown in Term Three, competing in a Treasure Hunt that saw them find their way around Australia Fair, in Chinese, and finishing with a lunch at Fukang Chinese Restaurant and a visit to Southport Library. Meanwhile, Year 9 Art student Daniel Bowen completed a fantastic Terracotta Warrior, now on display in the Chinese Classroom. Keriba Bligh took on Fishtank Honours, purchasing goldfish and researching their care. The Year 9 Honours Prize was awarded to Tom Edmunds for his

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overall efforts in Lion Dance and other tasks.

Wallace. In Shanghai we saw the lights at night, the great shopping, and boys were required to find their way around the remarkable city, using their language skills.

Experience. For three days we visited the Chinatown Museum, RMIT, Melbourne University, Dahu Peking Duck Restaurant and the National Gallery of Victoria. Thanks Sophie Boissery, Susan Presto, Amy McDonald, Guangbo Pi and Christophe Thevenot for joining us this year.

Our Language Assistants this year, Mr Christophe Thevenot and Mr Guangbo Pi, have been real assets in our classroom, assisting students with their spoken work, providing wonderful resources to our teachers and working in Delpratt and Biddle Houses. Thank you so much, gentlemen, for your help and good luck in your future!

The China Sojourn took place in April with a record number of 33 boys and five staff. Our journey to Beijing, Xi’an and Shanghai over two weeks provided boys with opportunities to find their way around China on every sort of transport: subway, taxis, bicycles, trains, walking, buses. They enjoyed all sorts of exciting meals, including dumplings, Peking Duck and scorpions. Year 10 students undertook the Midnight in Peking audio tour in Beijing. For the first time we visited the real Terracotta Warriors, led by History Teacher John

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Thanks so much to Kenn and Kim Williams, John and Rosemary Wallace, Sophie Boissery and Guangbo Pi for joining us on the Sojourn this year. I hope you had fun too. The Year 10 Chinese Honours Prize was awarded to Kaimana Barry for his newsletter article about the Sojourn, and his video mashup of previous Mahara tasks. During IDEALS Week, 15 boys joined the Melbourne Chinatown

Mr Pi has taken a special role in training our Lion Dance Troupe, pictured here at the Opening of Southport Chinatown. He has also assisted Kenn Williams and Ben Shin with the Tea


Languages Ceremony in the Chinese Classrooms. Thanks, Mr Pi from all the boys! In 2015, Years 11 and 12 students constituted the largest-ever cohort of Australian boys studying Chinese in Senior. This is very exciting in the light of current media reports about the decline of students studying Asian Languages. See below Year 12 students Jackson Neale and Morgan Mao, and Zac McFarlane and Kevin Ho practising for their final Speaking exam, very well done, boys. Many students, such as Will Lloyd, Charlie Meo and David Makaryan, have enjoyed playing Jenga as a rotation, when in actual fact they have built an impressive vocabulary. Good luck, boys, in the future, and keep up your Chinese, it will be handy!

Christophe Thevenot, our Language Assistant, has been a great help, and the boys have particularly appreciated his friendly nature, and the occasional game of Frisbee. Merci beaucoup, M Thevenot, and best wishes the future!

Students always enjoy opportunities to do new activities, and to experience the culture of France. This year we held several parties, trying croissants, and Years 7, 8 and 9 travelled to the Pastry Emporium for lunch.

FRENCH REPORT – SOPHIE BOISSERY

It’s been another great year in the French Classroom, with students enjoying lots of opportunities to learn and use new vocabulary and grammar. Students competed in the Australian Languages Competition Test, with some excellent grades being recorded.

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Congratulations to our Senior class, and we wish you all the best in 2016.

Cultural activity during Exploration Week. Participation in language competitions: Competition Achievement in 2015 Language Perfect World Championships. Gold Awards recipients: PREP CHINESE – DOREEN NG-YAP

As we look back at what 2015 has brought us, and we reflect on the highlights of this year and the achievement of our students in languages learning, we thank the school for the opportunity and support to teach and to engage students in languages activities. We celebrate their success in their language acquisition and experiment with the language they have learnt.

Hadyn O’Connor from Year 5 was awarded a Silver Award from Language Perfect World Championship and a Second Place in the Gold Coast MLTAQ & Languages Speech Contest in 2015. Participation in Exploration Week Cultural Activities: Year 6 Chinese calligraphy and Chinese Bamboo painting.

The highlights at Prep this year are: Celebration of Chinese New Year (Year of the Goat) with Lion Dance and Martial Arts Demonstration. Year 6 Students: Herschel Aloysius, Braedyn Palmer and Victor Wu.

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Engagement with cultural activities such as the celebration of the Dragon Boat Festival and Moon Cake or Lantern festival.

Good luck everyone at Senior School, and I hope you keep up your Chinese.

Interaction with Chinese students from Xiamen, China in July, 2015.

Year 6 boys made their own “jianzi” and “ti jianzi” competition. Louis Chabert was the champion!

Participation in Excursions and incursions: Visit to Chung Tian Temple and Chinese Restaurant.

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MARK LOCKETT

Head of LEGO Technology and Robotics

With the introduction of the Year 10 Engineering Technology course, Robotics and Engineering continues to flourish and grow at The Southport School.

The addition of iPads into the Year 5 classroom program allowed students to access the new LEGO Robot EV3 app and program robots directly from their own devices.

Engineering Technology students are exposed to the many facets of Engineering, from designing and load testing a geodesic dome to working out vector diagrams for the flight path of a quadcopter drone. The focus is to integrate principles from Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics into a subject that has practical applications. In 2016, TSS will begin teaching the Year 11 QSA syllabus of Engineering Technology Course.

The Year 9 Robotic Engineering Class entered a team in the Queensland FIRST Tech Challenge. The robots are built from a metal construction kit and programmed and controlled via Android phones. The team found the challenge very engaging and were happy with their overall positions.

YEAR 7 MAZE ROBOT

YEAR 10 DOME JOEL GRAY, LUKE VAN HERWAARDE, GEORGE MORTON,

The Prep School LEGO Technology and Robotics program continued to develop in 2015. Every student from Reception to Year 6 undertook a oneterm LEGO Technology or Robotics course that was tied directly into their Science or Technology classroom units.

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Senior Business Studies students teamed with the Year 9 Robotics Engineering students to enter into the 2015 Mayor’s Telstra Technology Award program. The students developed prototypes, namely a Solar Charging Umbrella, Fitbit Cookie Jar and an ID Caller System for your front door. The ideas were futuristic. All three TSS teams were selected into the final round of 12 Gold Coast schoolbased teams. Each team pitched their ideas to a judging panel, and although not selected for a place, were given high praise for their presentation skills and project ingenuity.


LEGO Technology and Robotics The Years 5 and 6 members were delighted with the new Prep School bus service and now only have a short walk to the Robotics Lab. The Young Engineers’ Society added eight St Hilda’s girls to their membership this year. Mrs Alison Conyngham accompanied the girls. This partnership between the schools provides an opportunity for the girls and boys to share their ideas and Engineering skills.

MAYOR’S TECH CHALLENGE – JOEL SHIELD, HEAVEN ELISHAV, DANIEL HUMMELSTAD

A new afterschool ‘Makerspace’ activity was introduced in 2015. Students were given access to 3D printers, CAD programs, electronic kits, coding development software and drone flying lessons. It is hoped that this will develop into a platform for students who want to focus on their own Engineering projects and use the available resources to produce ‘kickstarter like’ projects, possibly for competitions like the 2016 Mayor’s Technology Award program.

The Southport School was selected by FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) Australia to be one of only two teams representing Australia at the World Adolescent Robot Contest (WARC) in Beijing in late November. TSS competed against five other international and six Chinese teams at the Robot Contest. The TSS team’s robot was built from a metal construction kit and programmed and controlled via student-designed apps on Android phones. To signify the significance of the world event it was opened by the Vice-Premier of China, Liu Yandong. Chinese President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Keqiang attended as well.

WORLD ROBOT TEAM MARK LOCKETT, NIGEL TSE, XAVIER DOERR, CALUM LOCKETT, BEN HIRST

The TSS team of Nigel Tse, Xavier Doerr and Calum Lockett were personally congratulated for their participation by FIRST President Don Bossi. The team were placed third overall and were awarded the Best Designed Robot and the prestigious FIRST Inspire award for their gracious professionalism both on and off the playing field.

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Libraries and Information Services While the face of education appears to be in a constant state of flux, librarianship is quite possibly one of the most revolutionary professions in the modern world. No longer do libraries simply provide resources, help students with research processes and catalogue resources; the successful modern library is now a proactive and responsive centre for learning and teaching; a place that challenges, supports and extends the learning experience of those who enter its spaces.

ANDREW STARK

Head of Libraries and Information Services

For the Harley Stumm Centre, 2015 began, as it so often does, with a flurry of activity, and once again it became apparent early in the year that there was very strong borrowing of fiction and non-fiction titles. While cynics may argue that paperbacks are on the way out, clearly our boys and staff think otherwise. Throughout the year this ‘reading resurgence’ maintained its momentum and, as a result, well over 300 books have been purchased as a direct result of boys’ personal recommendations. TSS Senior Library was, once again, very well represented at a variety of local, national and international academic events throughout the year. Presentations were made on behalf of the Senior Library to delegates attending: the International Academic Forum, Osaka, Japan; the International Boys’ Schools Coalition, Cape Town South Africa; and the Australian International School, Singapore. There were also several informal presentations conducted around the Gold Coast and in Brisbane. It is very reassuring to know that librarians from around the world are interested in learning more about what we are doing here at TSS and the role the Senior Library plays in developing dynamic pedagogy for boys.

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Boys at TSS are directly involved with the Senior Library through a variety of activities. All boys up to Year 10 have regular wide-reading sessions where they are encouraged to select fiction and non-fiction texts from the collection to supplement and extend their personal reading. To assist boys with their selection, the Senior Library produces the guide ‘More Good Books for Boys’; a publication that is always well received. Boys are also encouraged to participate in the St Hilda’s and TSS Philosophy Club, which meets regularly throughout the year to discuss pertinent social issues and how they are represented through literature, music, film and art. This is wonderful opportunity for boys to explore ‘other’ intellectual and academic options. Plans are also well under way for the second International Library Symposium, which will be held in September 2016. Following on from the successes of the inaugural event held in 2014, we look forward to welcoming librarians, teachers, authors and academics from around Australia and further afield to hear nationally and internationally significant speakers who will focus on the theme: ‘Space and Place, Power and Purpose.’ Challenging boys to achieve their maximum potential is the essence of boys’ education and the best starting point is in the school library. Modern libraries are constantly changing their focus, resources and expertise and this can only be maintained with the support of exceptional staff. While we face myriad educational challenges and strive to provide the School Community with excellent library services, we feel that Mr Harley Stumm would be proud to have his name associated with the Senior Library.


Life and Faith Life and Faith is a compulsory subject taken by all Years 7 to 12 students for two periods per week. It provides opportunities for students to develop a greater awareness of contemporary issues and to reflect upon their own spirituality. There is a significant emphasis on encouraging students to develop a moral and ethical framework from which to approach current issues, both in Australia and on a global level. Although the Anglican ethos is at our core, students are asked to consider a range of other perspectives so that their personal stance on issues is well informed.

DAVID ELLIS

Head of Life and Faith

This year the Year 7 Life and Faith syllabus has focused on developing a basic knowledge and understanding of the whole person. Year 7 students have explored what it means to be human by investigating the three parts that make up the whole person – the human body, the human intellect and the human spirit. Understanding one’s self builds a solid foundation from which to examine human relationships with other human beings and the environment around us. Year 8 Life and Faith students have been reflecting upon the application and implications of human powers. Students have looked at how human powers, physical, mental and spiritual, can be both used and abused. Year 8s have also considered how their perspective influences their place in a range of different contexts. Last, students explored a religious perspective on the meaning and purpose of life by investigating a global religion of their choice. The Year 9 Life and Faith syllabus has centred on developing an awareness of and empathy for a diverse range of both religious and non-religious world views. Students have also been furthering their religious knowledge through the study of the Abrahamic religions. Year 9 students have been examining Judaism,

Christianity and Islam in the context of faith, history and identity. All students are given the opportunity to consider the role these religions have had in developing the modern world and how believers interact today. This year the Year 10 Life and Faith students have been developing a framework from which they can understand issues pertaining to morality and ethics. Topics covered included researching case studies involving racism and discrimination; a consideration of animal rights by investigating human attitudes to animals and their treatment; an exploration of Buddhist and Hindu world views; and examining the work of NGOs in improving peoples’ quality of life. Year 11 Life and Faith has seen the continuation of developing critical thinking skills so students are well equipped to approach ethical issues in the contemporary world. Topics covered included reflecting upon what it means to be a man of honour; investigating medical ethics; exploring forgiveness and reconciliation; and studying social heroes. The Year 12 Life and Faith syllabus has centred on several themes pertinent to the development of our Year12s into young men. Students have explored the concept of truth through its application to a wide range of social issues, and by evaluating the implications of telling the ‘truth’. Year 12s have also considered the role of love in their lives and examined case studies involving social responsibility. Finally, students reflected on the code of behaviour that they live by in the present and the near future. Overall, 2015 has been another highly successful year for Life and Faith. The Faculty continues to engage all students through the use of technology, and encourage student innovation and creativity in lessons. 2016 will be another rewarding year for all.

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Mathematics tanks (Year 9); Exchange rates and stock market investment (Year 10A); Using dominance matrices to predict outcomes of upcoming games in the NRL (Year 11C); What will result in the hottest cup of tea – Add milk and wait five minutes or wait five minutes and then add milk? Newton’s Law of Cooling (Year 12B); and designing the most economical bridge through a matrix manipulation of resolved vector linear equations (Year 12 Math C).

RHYS KEMP

Head of Mathematics

We continue to cater for boys with a variety of abilities. Maths Help sessions run on Thursday lunchtimes have provided individualised help on any topic a student is having difficulty with. The Upskills Program gave boys in Years 8 and 9 the chance to develop the fundamentals in organised, targeted afternoon sessions, and the after-school “Study Gym” sessions run in the Library were well attended.

– Richard J. Trudeau

Our Naplan numeracy outcomes were again excellent. As a result of being identified as a school that considerably value adds, we recently had a researcher conduct interviews and observations as part of a national study on the teaching and learning of mathematics.

Over the course of 2015 the boys at TSS have ‘played’ mathematics in a variety of forms and environments. All Year 8 maths classes attended an overnight stay at the outdoor education centre, Dux, at South Stradbroke Island. They had the opportunity to put their classroom knowledge into practice by completing a range of real-life immersive activities such as navigation, estimation, trigonometric calculations and spatial problem-solving.

TSS was runner-up at the Queensland Association of Math Teachers mathematical challenge Gold Coast division. Team A, comprising of Foster Lane (captain), Taisei Fujii and Vishaak Gangasandra, advanced through to the State Finals. Our second team – Alex Mills, Aidan Kitchin and Shaun Ledingham – also achieved very well on the night. Special thanks must go to Ms Robyn Gibson for facilitating the boys’ involvement in the annual event.

Mathematical tasks in other year levels have included the investigation of average rainfall, water usage and consequent suitability of rainwater

Boys are also entered into the Australian Maths Competition and our combined year-level results were well above the National average in each division. Over

Pure mathematics is the world’s best game. It is more absorbing than chess, more of a gamble than poker, and lasts longer than Monopoly. It’s free. It can be played anywhere – Archimedes did it in a bathtub.

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40 countries enter the competition and it gives our boys a chance to demonstrate their ability on a global scale. Of the students who sat the test the following students were awarded High Distinctions for achieving in the top percentiles of the country: Year 7: Matthew Buckley, Zach Cirocco; Year 9: Judd Pilkington; Year 11: Jordan Chen, Liam Upfield, William Schwarer; Year 12: Zac Morrison, Ramil Nair. Prizes were awarded for placing in the top 0.3% of the country. This year we have three students who have received recognition for this remarkable achievement: Taisei Fujii, Foster Lane (Year 8) and Yinuo Han (Year 12). I offer my congratulations to these students. The TSS Accelerated Mathematics Program caters for boys wishing to do their five years of secondary mathematics in four years, and we presently have one class in each year level being accelerated. Some of the Year 12 students have elected to use the extra time created to successfully complete two accredited first-year University mathematics subjects at Griffith University. Well done to these gentlemen on their diligence and dedication to their advanced studies. In 2015 we welcomed Mr Adam Hellier into TSS and the Mathematics Department. Adam has brought a youthful exuberance to many aspects of TSS and has been instrumental in furthering the success of the department. Finally, I thank everyone at TSS and particularly those in the Maths Department for their support and devotion to demonstrating the benefit and applications of mathematics and ultimately making 2015 a memorable and successful year.


Science This year Mr Alan Parsons has been discussing with staff the consequence of a “growth mindset” versus a “fixed mindset” to senior schooling and the transition that many students face. This has been mainly driven by the understanding that originates from the research work performed by Carol Dweck, an acclaimed Stanford psychologist. Much of her work involves the power of our beliefs and then the reflection and inquiries of our beliefs in order to predict that even the simplest changes can have a profound impact.

A “fixed mindset” carries with it the belief of assuming that our intelligence, personality, creativity and sporting attributes are fixed and stagnant and so embracing challenges, displaying persistence, exerting effort and learning from criticism would prove to be a useless exercise.

KATE WARING

Head of Science

Carol Dweck (2009) concludes, “Each boy’s academic progress through school transitions faced by all adolescents depends on their ability to negotiate these changes”. How is it that we as teachers can facilitate all students to have an increased resilience to these changes? Our aim as teachers is to promote a “growth mindset” in order to see the students under our care thrive and flourish. For us to achieve this goal we must encourage our students to acquire a desire to learn and therefore have a tendency to: • Embrace challenges more willingly than avoid them. • Display persistence in the face of obstacles rather than giving up easily. • Perceive effort as the path to mastery instead of effort being boring and useless. • Attempt to learn from criticism as opposed to ignoring or being stung by criticism. • Rejoice in the success and inspiration of those around us instead of feeling threatened by the success of others.

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Science question. The focus is on planning the EEI, assessing risk, designing, refining and managing the investigation, then analysing the primary and secondary data to identify relationships between patterns, trends, errors and anomalies, followed by analysis and evaluation of complex scientific interrelationships and possible outcomes with justification of conclusions and recommendations. The experiments obviously vary widely with each subject: • Physics investigated the shielding capabilities of materials with various densities and thicknesses when faced with a beta source of radioactive Strontium-90.

• Agricultural science grew plants in order to discover the variation of factors involved in percentage plant growth and yields, so impacting the farmers’ agribusiness viability. Students displaying a “fixed mindset” very quickly become bored with their experiments, especially when the ‘going gets tough’! Thankfully, due to the constant training, experimentation and mastery in junior science, most of our students exhibited a “growth mindset” by demonstrating persistence, enthusiasm, motivation, diligence and grit in order to achieve the very best result possible.

• Chemistry used the principles of thermodynamics in order to produce exothermic (hot) or endothermic (cold) packs in order to adequately treat sporting injuries.

Finally, I wish the departing Year 12 Valedictorians all the very best of luck with their future lives, chosen career paths and in discovery of their passion. I hope they always remember their schooling lives with fondness and a smile. “If you imagine less, less will be what you undoubtedly deserve.” • Biology travelled to the rocky shore at Hasting’s Point to specifically focus on the area encompassing the supralittoral, littoral and sublittoral zones, vitally important to ecology – the study of organisms in their natural habitat to discover by what means they adapt to their environment and how they interact with both the biotic and abiotic surrounding them.

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“Do what you love, and don’t stop until you get what you love. Work as hard as you can, imagine immensities…” (D. Millman)


Vocational Education and Training Vocational Education and Training (VET) is a national extension program to normal timetabled lessons at school. The intention is for students with a particular interest or skill set to further develop their areas of expertise, or to explore possible career paths to enable informed decisions to be made in the future.

MIKE HALPIN

VET Coordinator

VET provides an opportunity for students to enter the workplace and experience what it is like to be a normal employee in a particular industry or occupation. The students must meet the expectations of the employer with regard to punctuality, appearance, interest, enthusiasm, reliability, trustworthiness, initiative and operating as a member of a team. For many students, this may well be the first time that they have ventured into the world of work, away from the sheltered environment of school.

VET at TSS includes the work experience program and the schoolbased traineeship/apprenticeship scheme. Work experience is shortterm placement within a business or enterprise, whereby the student is placed within the different sections of the operation to experience how the business/enterprise actually works. It is intended that the student would come away from the four or five sessions in the workplace with some questions answered and his eyes open to the

opportunities that lie before him, should he choose this career path after school.

The school-based traineeship/ apprenticeship scheme provides students with paid employment over the course of their traineeship or apprenticeship. There are two aspects to both schemes, which are equally important: the on-thejob training done in the workplace and the off-job theory, which mirrors the experiences gained at work, delivered by a Registered Training Organisation.

When the trainee reaches set competency standards in both areas of endeavour he is signed off and is awarded a nationally recognised qualification issued under the Australian Qualifications Framework. This may well provide a springboard into further qualifications in that field, or direct employment. An added bonus of the school-based traineeship scheme to a Rank score student is that completion of a Certificate III traineeship guarantees a minimum rank score of 68, which is equivalent to an OP 15 for tertiary entrance. This is a handy safety net for students who may be struggling with their academic subjects at school. In addition, valuable contacts are made at work and the extra knowledge and skills transfer to life after school and makes these students more employable.

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Vocational Education and Training In 2015, for the first time at TSS, a number of boys in Years 11 and 12 enrolled in Cert II/III Rural Operations delivered through UQ (Gatton).This two-year program takes the students through Cert II in the first year, then Cert III in the second year, which allows the boys to graduate with that guaranteed minimum rank score of 68. As this course is not an Authority (QCAA) subject nor a traineeship, requiring 50 days on-the-job, it is more accessible to a wider range of students with an interest in Agriculture, but without the rigours of tertiary entrance standards.

School-based apprentices are those few students who have already made the decisions about their careers… they have committed to an industry, such as automotive or construction, and to an employer, who signs on to train the apprentice through to completion of the trade qualification. Effectively, after two years of working one day per week, the student begins his full-time apprenticeship after Year 12 on second-year wages and with greater responsibilities.

This year we have had one boy take on a school-based apprenticeship and approximately 40 boys undertook school-based traineeships in fields as diverse as: agriculture, automotive, business, child care, hospitality, engineering, fitness, sports coaching. The Year 12 boys have completed and the rest will do so in the year ahead… time and energy well spent!

Many of our country boarders come from rural properties and many work as part of their normal ‘holiday’ activities, helping out on the family farm. So, it makes perfectly good sense for these boys to complete the Cert III Agriculture qualification as they progress through Years 10 to 12. Completing the required 50 days of on-the-job training is never a problem for these hard-working lads, and because the theory is so familiar, relevant and interesting, they have no trouble completing the theoretical modules.

Well done to all trainees and our apprentices for going the extra mile to gain an upper hand in the race for employment.

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The Staff Executive

Academic Staff

HEADMASTER WAIN, GREG

ALINI, OLIVER

BEd(UNE), DipTeach(WASTC), MBA(UNE), MEdAdmin(UNSW), M.A.C.E.L., F.A.I.M.

DEPUTY HEADMASTER PARSONS, ALAN

BEd(CAE), DipAppTheol(IFE), DipTeach(CAE), M.A.C.E., M.A.C.E.L.

CHAPLAIN WHEREAT, JONATHAN

ThDip (ACT)

HEAD OF PREPARATORY SYMMS, JEFFREY

BEd(QUT), DipTeach(QUT), GradDipTeachEd(QUT), MEd(UC)

HEAD OF LEARNING AND TEACHING INGLIS, JOANNE

BEd(Deakin), GradCertTESOL(Griffith), MEd(Griffith), M.A.C.E.

DIRECTOR OF SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES HAIN, BRYAN

BEd(Hons)(Cheltenham), MSc(Eng) (Leicester), F.A.I.M.

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER CARDIFF, ROSS

BCom(Griffith), PGDipFinMan(UQ), CPA

Senior Management DEAN OF STUDENTS YEARS 10-12 HAWKINS, ANDREW

BAppSc(HMS), BEd(UQ), MEd(UQ)

DEAN OF STUDENTS YEARS 7-9 DOBRENOV, RICHARD

BSc (UQ), GDip(Griffith)

ANDERSON, KERRIE

MEd(USQ), MVA(Griffith), BEd(QUT), DipT(BCAE)

BAKER, ROBERT

BEd(La Trobe), MEd(Griffith)

BAKER, STEVEN

BEd (UQ), BApSc(UQ), GradDipBusMgmt(Griffith)

BALDRY, ALAN

BA(Sydney), DipEd(Sydney), DipResCare(ACU), GradDipRE(ACU), MEd(Griffith)

BARBER, GRAEME

BEd(Alberta)

BAYLISS, KRISTY

BEd (Griffith), DipCS (TAFE), CertCS (TAFE)

BENNETT, ANTHEA

BA(Deakin), BEd(Deakin), CertIVWTA(Deakin)

BENSON, DIRK

BA(Hons)(UQ), GradDipEd(UQ), MEd(MHRD)(Sydney), M.A.C.E., M.A.C.E.L., F.R.G.S.

DEAN OF STUDIES GOLDBURG, BRYCE

BA(QIT), BEdSt(UQ), DipEd(UQ)

DEPUTY HEAD OF PREPARATORY – CURRICULUM BARRY, KATHRYN

BEd(Hons)(CAE), CertBusMgmt(TAFE), DipT(CAE), MEd(Newcastle), M.A.C.E.

DEPUTY HEAD OF PREPARATORY – PASTORAL CARE WYER, MARK

BEd(QUT), GCEd(QUT), MEd(QUT)

DEAN OF CURRICULUM INNOVATION HERRIMAN, MARK

BEd(Hons)(QUT), MCouns(QUT)

BBus(QUT), BEd(QUT), GradDipEd (QUT), GradCertResCare(ACU), MEd(USQ)

CONNORS, KEN

BLM(CQU), CertIV(TAFE)

COOKE, ROBERT

BMus(Adel), GradDipEd(Adel)

CORBETT, LISA

BA(UQ), BEd(Griffith)

CROOK, JUDY

DipTeach(KGTC)

CUNNINGHAM, JAN

BA(UNSW), DipEd(UNSW)

CURTAIN, THERESE

DipTeach (Griffith), BA(QUT)

CURTIS, BRUCE

DipTeach(CAE)

DEVRIES, DYLAN

BEd(JCU)

DOYLE, DONNA

CertIIIEdServ

DUNBIER, HEIDI

CertIIIEdSupport(BNIT) DipTeach (KCAE), BEd (UTS), MEd (USQ), EARDLEY, STEPHEN DipSchMktg (CMS) BEd(CAE)

BERRYMAN, ANDREW

ELLIS, DAVID

BLAND, CONAN

ELLSMORE, RHONDA

BLUNDELL, ADRIAN

FALLAH, ANA

BEd(UOW), MEd(TESOL)(UOW) BEd(SCU), BHMSc (SCU) BEd(Griffith), BExSc(Griffith)

BOISSERY, SOPHIE

BA(Bond), MEd(Bond) BA(Griffith), BEd(UQ), CertResCare(ACU), BOS, KAREL DipEd(UQ), MEd(Griffith) BEd(QUT)

DEAN OF BOARDING BROWN, DANIEL

CLOSE, LINDSAY

BOXALL, KAY

CertEC(Roehampton), DipTeach(CAE), MEdEC(Greenwich)

BOYD, KERRY

CertIIIEdSup

BRAMWELL, MEGAN LEIGH

BEd(QUT)

BA(Hons)(UWA), DipEd(UWA) BEd(Griffith), CertIV(TAFE) BA(UQ), BEd(UQ)

FENNELL, RACHAEL

BA(UQ), BEd(UQ)

FOULDS-COOK, ANGELA

BA(Auckland), DipTeach(Auckland)

FRANCIS, DIANA

BEd(UQ), DipTeach(CAE), MA(Denver)

GADD, SUE

BSc(Hons) (London), GDipEd (Griffith)

GANNON, SCOT

BA(Hons)(Tas), CertPosPsy(MRA), GradDipSpEd(Tas), M.A.P.S.

BROMLEY, PETER

GARRETT, ELIZABETH

BUCKLAND, VIRGOE

GAYTON, JOHN

DipT(ACU)

BA(UQ), BEdSt(UQ), CertResCare(ACU), DipEd(UQ), GDipComms(QUT), MEd(Griffith)

BUCKLEY, MITCHELL

BMus(Griffith), GDipEd(Griffith), AMusA

CAPPER, KAREN

BEd(QUT)

CARTER, BRADLEY

BBus(USQ), BEd(USQ)

CHAPMAN, SHONA

BEd(Griffith)

CLEGG, ROBERT

BSc(ANU), GradDipEd(CAE), GradDipInfTech(CQU)

BEd(Griffith)

BA(UQ), BEdSt(UQ), DipEd(UQ), JP(Qual)

GEORGE, CHRISTOPHER

BEd(UTas), DipTeach(CAE), JP(Qual), MEd(JCU), MEd(JCU)ATCL(London)

GIBSON, ROBYN

BEd(Canberra), MEd (Canberra)

GIPPLE, SANDY

BEd(Griffith)

GOUDY, DEBRA

BEd(Griffith)

GORDON, MELINDA

BA(Newcastle), GDipEd(Griffith), MEd(QUT)

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HALPIN, MICHAEL

DipTeach(CAE), DipTeach(CAE), CertIVCarDevt(QUT), CertIVWTA(QUT), GradCertEd(QUT)

HAMILTON, STEVEN

BEd(Griffith)

HANCOCK, ANNE

BBusMan(UQ), BEd(QUT)

HARRIS, CINDY

BEd(Rhodes)

HARRIS, ROBERT

BEd(Deakin), BPhysEd(Deakin)

HAWTHORN, ROBERT

DipTeach(CAE)

MCLENNAN, SCOTT

STARK, ANDREW

MCQUEEN, JOSH

STEVENS, RUTH

MELIA, REMWELL

STIBBE, THERESA

MILLER, LISA

STRETEN, JENNI

MURGATROYD, TABATHA

THORPE, JAMES

NELSON, CAROLYN

TREVETHAN, FERGUS

BIntBus (Griffith), GradDipEd BExSci/BEd(Griffith) BBus(Griffith), GradDipEd (Griffith) BA(ANU), DipEd(Canberra), GradDipEd(Canberra), GradDipEtAsSt(ANU) BEd(QUT)

BA(UNE), DipTeach(ACU), GradDipTESOL(CSU)

HENRY, PAULA

NICHOLSON, DEBBIE

HERLIHY, GRAHAM

NIXON, HOLLY

BA(UQ), PGDipEd(QUT) BEd(QUT)

HIRST, BEN

BEd(CAE)

HOLTSBAUM, LEIGH

BSc(Griffith), DipEd (Bond)

CertIII/CertIV EdSup (TAFE) AdvCertBusStud (LMBC), CertIII (TAFE), BEd(OUA)

NG-YAP, DOREEN

BScinEd(SAUC), GradCertLOTE(UNE), GradCertTESOL(UNE), GradDipEd(CAE)

HOPPE, MARK

NORMAN, GREGORY

HUMBLEY, CRAIG

PEMBERTON, AMANDA

HURD, TERRI-LEE

PERKINS, AMY

JONES, SUZANNE

PETHERICK, CLAIRE

JOSS, SHARON

POESZUS, JASNA

BEd(Griffith) DipTeach(CAE), GradDipOEd(CAE) BSpPathAud(Hons)(UQ) BEd(Griffith), DipTeach(CAE) AdvDipEd (CAE)

KAY, NIVEK

DipCS (TAFE)

KELLEY, ALEX

DipPE(ACPE) BEd(Griffith)

AdvDipChildCare& Ed (Manchester) BMus/BEd(QUT), MMusSt(Griffith) MEd (Sydney), COGE (UNSW), BEd (Tasmania)

PRESTO, SUSAN

BCom(Griffith), DipTeach(CAE)

BA(Hons)(UOW), GDipTeach (Christchurch) RITCHIE, ROBERT

KEMP, RHYS

BEd(QUT), MEd(UQ)

LACHLAN, ROBERT

DipTeach(CAE), DipTG(GTC), PhD(UPNG), F.R.E.S.

LAWLESS, CASSANDRA

BEd(ACU)

LOBASCHER, SAMUEL

BEd(Griffith), MEd(Griffith)

LOCKETT, MARK

BEng(Hons)(Brighton), GradCertEd(Brighton)

LUCAS, JANELLE

BSc(Melbourne), GradDipEd(Victoria)

MACKIE, ELEANOR

DipTeach(CAE)

MARGERISON, JILL

BA(UQ), PGCertJap (Keio), MIR (Bond), MGG (Bond), PhD (UQ), PGDipEd (Griffith)

MASSEY, BRETT

BA(Ontario), MTeach(Griffith)

MATTHIAS, TRISHA

BMus(Hons)(UQ)

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BEd/BA(Hons)(JCU), M.A.C.E, CertIVWT&A,MILA (ACE), CertIV Workplace (JCU)

DipTeach (BCAE), BA (UQ), MEd (UNSW) DipTeach(CAE) CertIV (Toowoomba) AMusA (AMEB), BA(Mus) (Griffith), Dip Teach (QUT) MEd (UQ), GDipEd (UQ), BA (UOW) BA (USC), GDipEd (USC)

TWEEDIE, WARWICK

BSc(Sydney), CertIVTESOL(CSU), DipEd(CSU), M.A.C.E.

TYLER, ANGELA

GradDip(Griffith), BBus(Griffith), BA/ BBus(Griffith), CertIVTESOL, CertIVTAA, DipMRSA

VENZ, ELIZABETH

BEd(QUT), DipTeach(QUT), MA(Griffith)

WALLACE, JOHN

BA(UTas), CertResCare(ACU), DipEd(UTas), TTC, JP(Qual), M.A.C.E.

WALLACE, MICHAEL

BEd(Hons)(QUT), GradCertCoach(Massey)

WALLACE, ROSEMARY

AdvCerTrav&Tour (TAFE, CertIIIEdSup (TAFE)

WARD, PHILIP

BEd(Monash), GradDipLegSt, Dip Ed.(Mon)

WARING, KATARINA

BPharm(UQ), DipEd(UQ)

WATT, ANTHONY

DipEd (QUT), BEdSt (UQ), MEd (Deakin), MEdSt (UQ), GCertMark (Griffith)

WATTS, JULIE

BEd(JCU), BTeach(Griffith)

RIX, WENDY

WEHL, ROBERT

ROBERTS, STEPHEN

WILKINS, MARK

DipT(CAE)

BEd (Griffith)

BA(Griffith) CertJapSt(Nanzan), DipEd(UQ), BCom,HDE(Rhodes) DipResSchServ(ACU), M.A.C.E. WILLIAMS, KENNETH ROWE, BRIAN BSc(Griffith), DipTeach(Griffith), MBldgProMgmt(QUT) BEd(Flinders), MSchMan(CQU), M.A.C.E., JP(Qual) WILSON, DENZEL RUSSELL, CORINNE

BCom(Griffith), BEd(Griffith), DipTeach(CAE)

SCOTT, COLETTE

BEd(RAU)TTHDE, DipSpMan(LBS)

WILSON, GRAEME

BAppSc(UQ), GDipTeach(CAE), MAgSt(UQ)

DipEd(Cape Town), DipMotTher(Tygerberg) WILSON, MARY CertT(CAE), DipTeach(Art)(CAE) BEd (JCU), GDipPsySci WILSON, JACKIE

SKINNER, RENAE

SLATTERY, MATTHEW

HonGeog (Ontario), MTeach (Griffith) B/HMSci (SCU), BEd (SCU), GrdCertMath ZAUNER, LEANNE (CSU) BEd (Griffith)

SLEEMAN, MICHAEL

CertIVWTA(Monash), MEd(Monash)

STALLING, ANDREW

BSc(Hons)(UQ)


The Staff

THE SOUTHPORT SCHOOL STAFF SEATED ROW:

MIKE SLEEMAN, JOHN WALLACE, MIKE HALPIN, ELEANOR MACKIE, MARK WYER, RICHARD DOBRENOV, ANDREW HAWKINS, JONATHAN WHEREAT, BRYAN HAIN, ROSS CARDIFF, GREG WAIN, ALAN PARSONS, JO INGLIS, BRYCE GOLDBURG, DANIEL BROWN, KATHRYN BARRY, GREG NORMAN, BRUCE CURTIS, WARWICK TWEEDIE, DANIEL TROLLOPE

SECOND ROW: STEPHEN EARDLEY, KATE WARING, TERRI-LEE HURD, CAROLYN NELSON, GARY WILSON, GREGORY EDWARDS, ADRIAN GAGLIONE, GRAEME BARBER, IAN BROWNE, ROBERT CLEGG, LINDSAY CLOSE, VIRGOE BUCKLAND, ALAN BALDRY, MARK LOCKETT, DI FRANCIS, ELIZABETH MCKENNARIEY, SUZANNE JONES, LYN HANLEY, RUTH STEVENS THIRD ROW:

LISA MILLER, MICHELLE GREEN, KERRIE ANDERSON, DEB SCHINCKEL, KRISTYN HAILEY, COLETTE SCOTT, DEBORAH TURNER, THERESA STIBBE, KAY BOXALL, DOREEN NG-YAP, KERRY BOYD, JOHN GAYTON, DENZEL WILSON, ROBERT LACHLAN, SCOT GANNON, KEN WILLIAMS, DAVID CLAXTON, SHARON JOSS, WENDY RIX, ELIZABETH VENZ, NARELLE FELL, ROSEMARY WALLACE, OLWEN WILLIAMS, TIFFANY MITCHELL

FOURTH ROW: ROB COOKE, PAULA HENRY, JUDITH CROOK, SOPHIE BOISSERY, OLIVER ALINI, AMANDA PEMBERTON, JENNIFER STRETEN, PETER BAKER, WILLIAM MORRISON, ROBERT RITCHIE, BRETT MASSEY, DEBORAH NICHOLSON, STEVEN HAMILTON, DEBRA GOUDY, MARK HERRIMAN, BEN HIRST, ANDREW BERRYMAN, ANGELA FOULDS-COOK, SUSAN PRESTO, TRISHA MATTHIAS, ANNE GRAHAM, FRANCIS PAUL, DEE WILLIAMS, KERRIE LESKO FIFTH ROW:

IAN PLATT, EVANGELINA SAKUGAWA, HEATHER HAIMES, RHONDA ELLSMORE, SHONA CHAPMAN, REMWELL MELIA, ANDREW STARK, CONAN BLAND, ADRIAN BLUNDELL, BRIAN ROWE, JENNIFER ALFORD, HANS DUYCK, KEITH REYNOLDS, ROBERT HARRIS, ZELJKA WILSON, MARISA SCHRODER, STEVE BAKER, LINDSAY HARRIS, ROBERT BAKER, JANELLE LUCAS, LISA CORBETT, JENNY BRAMWELL, BRUCE RUTHERFORD, LOUISE WILSON, CATHRYN GITTINS

SIXTH ROW:

ELIZABETH SLATER, DIANNE ST VINCENT WELCH, ANNETTE CHATFIELD, HELEN MCCLEARY, KIM COLBOURNE, FREDERIKA HOPWOOD, MARK HOPPE, JOSHUA MCQUEEN, ROBYN BAKER-WRIGHT, LYNDA ARKULISZ, GEORGE JONES, LACHLAN WEBB, CHRISTOPHER GEORGE, MICHAEL WALLACE, JULIE WATTS, COLLEEN REYNOLDS, COLIN STOKES, PETER BROMLEY, LEESA DOLAN, JESSICA YORATH, DAN SLEEMAN, PATRICIA BROMLEY, ANGELA TYLER, ALISON BENEDICKTER, KAREL BOS, LISA MARY FRANKEL, CONNOR HOLBORN

SEVENTH ROW: SHELAGH ROGERS, KERRIE-LYN AQUILINA, SUSAN WEAVER, CRAIG NEWTON, KAREN CAPPER, EDWINA HUTCHISON, HEIDI DUNBIER, RENATA HARMER, FERGUS TREVETHAN, DAVID ELLIS, MATTHEW SLATTERY, SELWYN KING, MITCHELL BUCKLEY, TONY WATT, ROBERT WEHL, SAMUEL LOBASCHER, SANDRA GIPPEL, HOLLY NIXON, RHYS KEMP, KEN CONNORS, MARIE BUSCHEL, JILL MARGERISON, CATHERINE PINI, TOM PARKER EIGHTH ROW:

ROBYN GIBSON, SAMANTHA PARKHOUSE, SUSAN GADD, CHRISTOPHE THEVENOT, KENNETH BOULTON, GRAHAM HERLIHY, DANIEL TRAVERS-JONES, JAMES THORPE, ANDREW STALLING, DYLAN DE VRIES, LEIGH HOLTSBAUM, KESHLAN CHINIA, DIRK BENSON, JASNA POESZUS

NINTH ROW:

BEN SHIN, TIANNOS KOZAKIS, GUANGBO PI, JOE DOLAN, TOM BATTY, BRUCE WRIGHT, SCOTT MCDONALD, ANDREW ROBERTSON, ADAM HELLIER

SEATED ROW:

ANDREW HAWKINS, FR JONATHAN WHEREAT, ALAN PARSONS, GREG WAIN, JO INGLIS, RICHARD DOBRENOV, DANIEL BROWN

HOUSEMASTERS

SECOND ROW: CORINNE RUSSELL, OLIVER ALINI, TONY WATT, JAMES THORPE, VIRGOE BUCKLAND, IAN BROWNE, KAREL BOS, ELEANOR MACKIE

HEAD OF DEPARTMENT SEATED ROW:

KATE WARING, STEVE BAKER, ALAN PARSONS, GREG WAIN, JO INGLIS, BRYCE GOLDBURG, ROB COOKE

SECOND ROW: DI FRANCIS, SCOTT MCDONALD, ANDREW STARK, SCOT GANNON, DAVID ELLIS, ROBERT RITCHIE, LISA MILLER THIRD ROW:

MIKE HALPIN, MIKE SLEEMAN, ROBERT CLEGG, BEN HIRST, RHYS KEMP, ANGELA FOULDS-COOK

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CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF PALMA ARGENTEA STAFF MEMBER STEPHEN MICHAEL ROBERTS

STAFF OF TSS

On Monday 21st of September 2015 TSS lost a valuable community member. Steve will be remembered for many things, Japanese Teacher, Rugby Coach, Cross Country Coach, Housemaster of both Melbourne and Walker Houses, Officer in Training Ship Southport, Geography Teacher, colleague and sailing enthusiast. Steve was one of the school’s longest-serving employees, awarded the Palma Argentea for 25 years of service to the School and dedicated his professional life to the academic, cocurricular and pastoral wellbeing of the boys. For the past 20 years his passion was the school’s Navy Cadet Unit. He was the Commanding Officer and the longest continuous serving Officer of Training Ship Southport. Steve’s mother Jenny shared how Steve was excited and worried that his application to teach at TSS had been accepted – “He did not think he would make the cut”, but the next 31 years proved that Steve was a more than capable educator. COLLEAGUES REMINISCE:

Steve was a friend and colleague who represented all that was professional about teaching. He was caring and considerate towards his workmates and students. Steve Roberts was a man of integrity, commitment and passion. He considered the needs of others, particularly those students in his charge. He was in education and at The Southport School for the right reasons – someone who positively changed the lives of others. Respected by students, colleagues and parents alike. A man who lived by principles and let his actions speak louder than words. Steve was prepared to express an opinion and challenge practices if needed, but only if he believed it was in the best interests of the boys and the school that he served. A warm-hearted man who will be sorely missed.

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For 31 years I worked alongside Steve Roberts and I must say his dominant strength as Housemaster was his knowledge and understanding of his boys. Steve knew his boys well and if they deserved recognition he fought for it on their behalf. If boys fell off the rails he worked tirelessly to put them on the right track again so that they could achieve their potential. He genuinely cared for the young men under his stewardship and believed in the philosophy of TSS. At Housemaster meetings when Prefects were being voted on Steve would meticulously present detailed information on the achievements of his chosen candidates, always presenting a holistic overview of the young man, emphasising in particular good character and integrity above all other characteristics as being essential for the position. Steve loved his boys and the School. During his illness he would often email wanting to know the progress of the boys in Walker House in the various House activities. We will miss his presence in the boundaries of this school; his warm smile and genuine concern for all, but can be thankful for having known him and of having the pleasure to have worked alongside him. OLD BOYS OBSERVED:

Above all, we will look upon him as a role model for the all-round man who was variously a sportsman (stick fighting, rugby, sailing), serviceman and scholar. He was a most influential and supportive member of staff during my time at TSS. Whether it be studies in Japanese, an affiliation with the Navy Cadets, music, sport and the rest, he was always there to point students in the right direction and support them along the way. His advice, direction and supportive nature has most certainly contributed to many successful Old Boys. Steve Roberts will be missed, but fond memories will always remain.


SteveThe Roberts Staff

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Prefects and Wardens

SCHOOL PREFECTS SEATED ROW:

C. SIMPSON, T. PERRIN, D. RILEY (VICE-CAPTAIN), MR A. PARSONS (DEPUTY HEADMASTER), MR G. WAIN (HEADMASTER), C. WELLS (SCHOOL CAPTAIN), O. SNOW, H. SARGEANT

SECOND ROW: M. STATHAM, S. SCOTT, J. SCAYSBROOK, H. MAYSON, C. BALL, S. SANDEMAN, J. WHITBREAD, A. ALLEN

SCHOOL WARDENS SEATED ROW:

J. FOGARTY, C. DALTON, T. PETERSON, MR A. PARSONS – DEPUTY HEADMASTER, MR G. WAIN – HEADMASTER, C. KROON, R. NAIR, E. NYATHI

SECOND ROW: D. BUREY, J. OATES, J. NEALE, G. LYHNE, X. THOMPSON, W. LLOYD, B. WIELAND THIRD ROW:

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S. SINGH, D. LEES, W. THOMASSON, D. GALLIE, C. WHYATT, C. BROWN, I. RAMSDEN, H. KITCHIN, O. GOOCH, F. SALMON, C. HARMER, M. KEMP, J. BLAIR, J. LYNTON, L. EVANS, A. LEES, C. SNELLING, I. LAI, S. RONALDSON, H. BROWN, C. COLE, Q. ALLEN, S. RAY, E. STEADMAN, C. SNELLING, L. GILBERTSON, J. MCCARTHY, B. LYNTON, F. HOLTSBAUM, M. COLE

N. HILL, P. BOUSGAS, S. KASOKASON, Z. NIXON, E. MACLEOD, R. THOMSON-KING, H. ROBINSON, H. MORRIS, C. ELLIOT, A. HALSTEAD, R. MACKENZIE, F. BAILDON, J. EGLINGTON, M. MACKENZIE, O. MORRIS, A. BRIDLE, J. CHEN, C. HART, S. MCINNES, N. EVANS, H. MOFFREY

H. HOWARD, O. DUNN, B. STUART, J. ATTHOW, L. PATTERSON, J. PERRIN, A. BUCKNELL, S. NOLAN, J. CONNOLLY, T. PERRIN, B. BLUNDELL, L. MAXWELL, D. LEAHY, J. RASMUSSEN, H. SCOTT, T. HURFORD, H. WALLER, A. KITCHIN, S. WARD, M. GALLIE, J. GALLIE

B. WALLER, T.J. RIGBY, L. PRIESTLEY, W. KEMP, M. UNDERWOOD, C. JACKSON, H. BASSINGTHWAIGHTE, S. CURRAN, R. DURDEN, J. STAINES, C. LAI, A. TURNBULL, Z. GODDARD, J. PILKINGTON, B. COOK, H. CHANDLER

T. BASSINGTHWAIGHTE, A. BATES, W. BOOTH, M. BRANCH, S. CARTER, C. CHANDLER, D. CONNOLLY, G. CONNOLLY, T. DACEY, X. DOERR, B. DOUGLAS, N. DUNN, O. DUNN, S. FINLAYSON, T. GARRETT, B. GIBSON, M. GODDARD, G. GOOK, C. GORDON, S. GREENUP, B. HARMER, R. HARMER, C. HARRIS, T. HART, J. HOPKINS, C. JAGO, J. LEAVER, J. MANTON, L. OXENFORD, T. OXENFORD, J. PEGLER, E. RAMEAU, J. RAMEAU, R. TAYLOR, T. TAYLOR, J. TWEMLOW, B. TZANNES, C. VEIVERS, T. WRIGHT

FIFTH ROW:

SIXTH ROW:

ABSENT:

FOURTH ROW: D. SINGH, L. HARDY, J. HARDY, B. OWEN, S. PEARSON, T. STUART, F. TAYLOR, R. BRIGGS, W. CUFFE, R. MCCULLOUGH, N. LADNER, S. SCOTT, J. LEAVY, L. SEHMISH-LAHEY, H. CUFFE, P. GEE, E. WARD, S. MCCARTHY, L. MCINNES, D. DOUGLAS, C. MACMILLAN, S. WHYATT, R. CLINTON

THIRD ROW:

SECOND ROW: J. GALLIE, A. DELANEY, J. DUNNE, D. MCINNES, A. CHANDLER, J. BENDER, F. WILTSHIRE, B. NICKALLS, C. DACEY, J. HOPKINS, H. BAKER, Z. HOWARD, W. BAWDEN, T. SALMON, H. TZANNES, L. BRADNAM, A. KITCHIN, B. BROWNLEE-SMITH, C. WOOD, J. RAY, B. BENNETT, A. HILL, S. BRADNAM, B. JURISICH, A. NICKALLS, F. REICHMAN, J. STUART, J. GILBERTSON, C. CLINTON

SEATED ROW:

Generations

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Fourth Generation

Third Generation

Second Generation

First Generation

Briar Blundell (11 TH)

James Edmonds Blundell TH (19771981) (Father)

Peter Warren Blundell TH (1949-1953) (Grandfather)

Peter Leigh Blundell TH (1919-1926) (Great-Grandfather)

Buster Henry Douglas (R MI)

Timothy Zach Douglas TH (1982-1993) (Father)

Gordon Douglas TH (1959-1963) (Grandfather)

Jack Alexander Heaton TH (1923-1930) (Great-Grandfather)

Callum James Elliot (12 MC)

Richard James Elliot MC (1988-1992) (Father)

Maurice James Elliot MC (1953-1959) (Grandfather)

Philip Augustus Elliot MC (1913-1914) (Great-Grandfather)

Sebastian Angus Greenup (10 DE)

David Grahame Greenup DE (19821986) (Father)

George Grahame Lang Greenup DE (1955-1961) (Grandfather)

George Alfred Greenup DE (1929-1932) (Great-Grandfather)

William James Kemp (10 TH)

James Reginald Kemp TH (1982-1986) (Father)

Colin James Munro Kemp TH (1953-1959) James Edward Kemp TH (1920-1924) (Grandfather) (Great-Grandfather)

Mark Christopher Mackenzie (9 MC)

Christopher Rupert Mackenzie MC (1971-1973) (Father)

Bruce Swinton MacKenzie MC (1947-1951) Robert Rupert Loughnan MC (1918-1920) (Grandfather) (Great-Grandfather)

Ross Gordon Mackenzie (12 MC)

Christopher Rupert Mackenzie MC (1971-1973) (Father)

Bruce Swinton MacKenzie MC (1947-1951) Robert Rupert Loughnan MC (1918-1920) (Grandfather) (Great-Grandfather)

Lochlan Patterson (9 DE)

Timothy Norman Patterson DE (19781982) (Father)

Robert Edwin Patterson DE (1945-1952) (Grandfather)

Stuart Byron Patterson DE (1918-1924) (Great-Grandfather)

Lleyton Vernon Sehmish-Lahey (11 MC)

Greg Vernon Lahey MC (1974-1978) (Father)

Arthur Gavan Lahey MC (1943-1949) (Grandfather)

Thomas George Gordon Lahey MC (19141918) (Great-Grandfather)

Jack Douglas Staines (12 MC)

David Anthony Staines MC (1974) (Father)

Douglas David Staines MC (1948-1952) (Grandfather)

David Victor Staines MC (1920-1923) (Great-Grandfather)

Munro Angus Colin Underwood (12 TH)

Colin James Underwood TH (19721977) (Father)

Arthur Kingston Underwood TH (19491950) (Grandfather)

Carlyle Henderson TH (1910-1914) (GreatGrandfather)

Third Generation

Second Generation

First Generation

Howard Bassingthwaighte (9 DE)

David Murray Bassingthwaighte DE (1987-1991) (Father)

Alastair David Bassingthwaighte DE (1958-1960) (Grandfather)

Tom Allen Bassingthwaighte (7 DE)

David Murray Bassingthwaighte DE (1987-1991) (Father)

Alastair David Bassingthwaighte DE (1958-1960) (Grandfather)

Bailey Austin Gordon Bennett (6 MI)

Simon Gordon Bennett TU (1981-1989) (Father)

John Kynaston Austin TH (1950-1951) (Grandfather)

Mackenzie James Branch (7 RA)

James Laurence Branch RA (1985-1985) (Father)

Lance Neville Look TH (1956-1961) (Grandfather)

Andrew Newton Bridle (12 MC)

Robert Newton Bridle MC (1980-1985) (Father)

John Newton Bridle MC (1952-1959) (Grandfather)

Andrew Wentworth Bucknell (12 DE)

Adrian Wentworth Bucknell DE (1978-1980) (Father)

Colin Kingsford Bucknell DE (1945-1947) (Grandfather)

Hugh William Chandler (8 DE)

William Hugh Reid Chandler DE (1980-1986) (Father)

William John Reid Chandler DE (1948-1958) (Grandfather)

Darcy Robert Connolly (9 TH)

Bruce Christopher Connolly TH (1982-1984) (Father)

Robert George Connolly TH (1945-1951) (Grandfather)

Gus James Connolly (9 TH)

Bruce Christopher Connolly TH (1982-1984) (Father)

Robert George Connolly TH (1945-1951) (Grandfather)

Jack Menzies Connolly (11 TH)

Bruce Christopher Connolly TH (1982-1984) (Father)

Robert George Connolly TH (1945-1951) (Grandfather)

Harrison Gordon Cuffe (10 TH)

Eric William Cuffe TH (1980-1984) (Father)

Gordon Cuffe TH (1945-1953) (Grandfather)

William Thomas Cuffe (10 TH)

Eric William Cuffe TH (1980-1984) (Father)

Gordon Cuffe TH (1945-1953) (Grandfather)

Robert Douglas (7 DE)

Robert Nelson Douglas DE (1954-1956) (Grandfather)

Robert Marsh Douglas DE (1918-1920) (GreatGrandfather)

Percival Kenneth Gee (11 TU)

Peter Russell Dowling TH (1946-1948) (Grandfather)

Selwyn Russell Dowling TH (1912-1915) (GreatGrandfather)

Benjamin John Lockhart Gibson (10 MC)

Richard John Lockhart Gibson MC (1977-1982) (Father)

John Lockhart Gibson MC (1941-1947) (Grandfather)

Charlie Leslie Hart (7 SU)

Troy Eric Hart DE (1977-1984) (Father)

Victor Peter Green DE (1955-1956) (Grandfather)

Timothy James Hurford (11 TH)

Andrew James Hurford TH (1975-1979) (Father)

Robert James Hurford TH (1952-1954) (Grandfather)

Robert Anthony McCullough (10 RA)

Phillip John McCullough DE (1968-1972) (Father)

Oliver Royle McCullough DE (1928-1933) (Grandfather)

Joshua Timothy Pegler (5 DI)

Kenneth Monler Pegler MC (1954-1955) (Grandfather)

Keith Augusta Pegler MC (1910-1912) (GreatGrandfather)

Jake Dale Perrin (9 RA)

Matthew David Perrin RA (1978-1989) (Father)

Paul Douglas Perrin TH (1955-1956) (Grandfather)

Tasman Drummond Perrin (12 RA)

Fraser Drummond Perrin RA (1978-1984) (Father)

Paul Douglas Perrin TH (1955-1956) (Grandfather)

Freddy Maxim Salmon (R MU)

Christopher Mark Salmon KA (1989-1996) (Father)

Gary Alan Salmon MC (1964-1967) (Grandfather)

Thomas Peter Salmon (6 MU)

Nicholas Sean Salmon KA (1985-1991) (Father)

Gary Alan Salmon MC (1964-1967) (Grandfather)

Alexander Jude Stephenson (10 TH)

Paul Alexander Stephenson TH (1976-1980) (Father)

John Allen Stephenson TH (1948-1953) (Grandfather)

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First Generation

Quentin Brett Allen (R SH)

Brett Paul Allen SU (2000-2006) (Father)

Jack Atthow (8 DE)

George Alfred Greenup DE (1929-1932) (Great-Grandfather)

Flynn Michael Baildon (9 KA)

Andrew James Baildon KA (1981-1988) (Father)

Harold MacMillan Baker (6 MI)

Peter Alan Graham TH (1959-1965) (Grandfather)

Ashton Lee Bates (R DI)

Alexander Charles Howard Bates RA (1989-1994) (Father)

Wyatt William Robert Bawden (3 SH)

Travers Ashbury Dobie Bawden ME (1978-1986) (Father)

Jack Francis Justin Bender (4 MI)

Daniel Francis Justin Bender MC (1982-1984) (Father)

Jackson Robert Blair (1 SH)

James Ian Gray Buchanan DE (1924-1932) (Great-Grandfather)

Max Geoffrey Dirk Booth (11 AT)

Geoffrey David Booth MC (1985-1986) (Father)

Will Hayman Walker Booth (8 AT)

Geoffrey David Booth MC (1985-1986) (Father)

Peter Constantine Bousgas (4 MU)

Constantine Peter Bousgas MA (1982-1986) (Father)

Levi Bradnam (6 MI)

Ashley Thomas Bradnam RA (1985-1989) (Father)

Sidney Bradnam (4 MI)

Ashley Thomas Bradnam RA (1985-1989) (Father)

Rawdon Lachlan Briggs (11 TH)

Rawdon Briggs TH (1945-1947) (Grandfather)

Campbell James Brown (R MI)

Lochlin Mark Brown AT (1985-1996) (Father)

Harlan Brown (1 SH)

Kenneth John Brown SH (1979-1985) (Father)

Brooklyn William Brownlee-Smith (6 MU)

Aiden William Brownlee-Smith ME (1988-1999) (Father)

Sam Barton Carter (9 KA)

Arthur Barton Carter TH (1933-1936) (Grandfather)

Archer Connell Chandler (5 MI)

John Cameron Chandler TH (1940-1945) (Grandfather)

Charles Cameron Chandler (6 MI)

John Cameron Chandler TH (1940-1945) (Grandfather)

Ho-Fung Chen (10 BI)

Yung-Ngai Chen MA (1988-1989) (Father)

Cameron William Clinton (1 MI)

William John Clinton JS (1982-1983) (Father)

Ryan William Clinton (3 MI)

William John Clinton JS (1982-1983) (Father)

Chase William Cole (1 MU)

John Christopher Cole TU (1984-1989) (Father)

Max John Cole (PR MU)

John Christopher Cole TU (1984-1989) (Father)

Benjamin James Cook (7 ME)

Anthony Edward Cook ME (1989-1993) (Father)

Samuel Robert Boyd Curran (11 MC)

Boyd Patrick Rushbrook Curran RA (1981-1983) (Father)

Cy Cleveland Dacey (6 MI)

Jason Leslie Dacey MA (1981-1988) (Father)

Taj Hudson Dacey (7 MA)

Jason Leslie Dacey MA (1981-1988) (Father)

Austin Thomas Delaney (3 MU)

Anthony Thomas Delaney WA (1985-1991) (Father)

Xavier Charles James Doerr (9 RA)

James Karl Doerr RA (1985-1989) (Father)

Noah William Dunn (2 DI)

Marcus Alexander Allen Dunn ME (1987-1993) (Father)

Oliver Thomas Dunn (5 DI)

Marcus Alexander Allen Dunn ME (1987-1993) (Father)

Oscar James Dunn (2 DI)

Courtney Edward James Dunn SU (1990-1994) (Father)

Jacob Nicholas Dunne (3 MU)

Keith Paul TH (1957-1964) (Grandfather)

Reid Thomas Durden (11 TU)

Mark Douglas Durden TH (1977-1982) (Father)

Jed Mark Eglington (11 TH)

Mark David Eglington TH (1987-1991) (Father)

Lachlan David Evans (1 DI)

Dean John Evans KA (1983-1989) (Father)

Nicholas Evans (4 DI)

Dean John Evans KA (1983-1989) (Father)

Sam David Finlayson (11 DE)

Ian Harvey Finlayson DE (1977-1981) (Father)

Drew Patrick Gallie (PR MU)

Price Andrew Michael Gallie WA (1983-1989) (Father)

Jack Michael Gallie (2 MU)

Price Andrew Michael Gallie WA (1983-1989) (Father)

Jed William Gallie (3 MU)

Price Andrew Michael Gallie WA (1983-1989) (Father)

Max Walter Gallie (2 MU)

Price Andrew Michael Gallie WA (1983-1989) (Father)

Tide Garrett 108721 (3 MI)

Scott Garrett ME (1985-1989) (Father)

Jack Anthony Gilbertson (3 DI)

Anthony Graham Gilbertson KA (1991-1993) (Father)

Luke Anthony Gilbertson (R DI)

Anthony Graham Gilbertson KA (1991-1993) (Father)

Max Foster Goddard (7 TU)

Bayden Foster Goddard TU (1982-1986) (Father)

Zane Foster Goddard (10 TU)

Bayden Foster Goddard TU (1982-1986) (Father)

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Second Generation

First Generation

Oscar Gooch (R DI)

Jason Anthony Gooch RA (1990-1996) (Father)

Gregory Ian Gook (12 DE)

Ian Mitchell McLaren DE (1955-1961) (Grandfather)

Cooper James Gordon (PR MU)

Benjamin James Gordon MA (1984-1993) (Father)

Alexander George Halstead (11 MC)

Mark William Halstead SU (1978-1983) (Father)

Jackson Horton Hardy (7 ME)

Brent Robert Hardy ME (1983-1992) (Father)

Lachlan Matthew Hardy (5 MI)

Brent Robert Hardy ME (1983-1992) (Father)

Bailey Harmer (10 KA)

Stuart Alexander Sydney Harmer KA (1979-1985) (Father)

Charlie Harmer (1 DI)

Andrew Rodney Harmer KA (1979-1983) (Father)

Richard James Skye Harmer (3 DI)

Andrew Rodney Harmer KA (1979-1983) (Father)

Callum William Harris (10 RA)

Andrew Craig Harris RA (1978-1989) (Father)

Tim Hart (9 SU)

Shane Robert Hart SU (1975-1981) (Father)

Alexander George Hill (4 MI)

David Clifford Hill TU (1991-1993) (Father)

Nicholas Harry Hill (2 MI)

David Clifford Hill TU (1991-1993) (Father)

Fynn Martin Holtsbaum (PR SH)

Leigh Victor Holtsbaum KA (1988-1999) (Father)

Jett Hopkins (6 DI)

Tony Hopkins ME (1980-1982) (Father)

Jye Hopkins (10 ME)

Tony Hopkins ME (1980-1982) (Father)

Harrison Troy Howard (2 MU)

Troy Geoffrey Howard DE (1986-1989) (Father)

Zak Wiliam Howard (5 MU)

Troy Geoffrey Howard DE (1986-1989) (Father)

Jim Hyde (11 TH)

Rodney Francis James Smith TH (1955-1956) (Grandfather)

Callum Anthony Jackson (10 MC)

Anthony John Jackson WA (1978-1982) (Father)

Chal John Swaffer Jago (8 TH)

John Charles Jago TH (1978-1981) (Father)

Bede Morissey Jurisich (4 MU)

Ross Milne Jurisich MA (1986-1989) (Father)

Solomon Mari Kasokason (7 DE)

Albert Kasokason DE (1993-1995) (Father)

Max Conrad Kemp (1 MI)

Michael Ian Kemp TU (1977-1984) (Father)

Aidan Alexander Kitchin (8 TU)

Adrian Christopher Kitchin TU (1980-1988) (Father)

Angus Adrian Kitchin (6 DI)

Adrian Christopher Kitchin TU (1980-1988) (Father)

Hamish Edward Kitchin (R DI)

Adrian Christopher Kitchin TU (1980-1988) (Father)

Ned Lewis Ladner (11 MC)

Mark Lewis Ladner MC (1977-1982) (Father)

Christopher Martin Lai (11 TU)

Eric Lai DE (1986-1987) (Father)

Isaac Tzu-Shing Lai (1 DI)

Tony Fang-Mo Lai TU (1992-1993) (Father)

Darcy Leahy (12 MC)

Peter Leahy MC (1964-1972) (Father)

Jake Leaver (7 WA)

Rhys Leaver DE (1985-1989) (Father)

Jack Anthony Ronald Leavy (12 MC)

Anthony Leavy BI (1987-1988) (Father)

Austin Ross Lees (1 MU)

Shaun David Lees MA (1990-1995) (Father)

Darius Lees (PR MU)

Shaun David Lees MA (1990-1995) (Father)

Brody Lynton (PR DI)

Peter William Lynton RA (1988-1993) (Father)

James Lynton (1 DI)

Peter William Lynton RA (1988-1993) (Father)

Ewan Lindsay MacLeod (7 WA)

Rod Lindsay MacLeod WA (1984-1988) (Father)

John Campbell Macmillan (7 DE)

John Campbell Macmillan DE (1983-1986) (Father)

Jack Matthew Manton (1 MU)

Matthew James Manton 9109211993 TU (1984-1993) (Father)

Lachlan James Maxwell (11 WA)

James Andrew Strachan Maxwell WA (1981-1989) (Father)

Jefferson Look McCarthy (PR DI)

Lance Neville Look TH (1956-1961) (Grandfather)

Sean Konio Tristan McCarthy (9 MC)

David Trevor-Jones MC (1987-1990) (Father)

Duncan Robert Prescott McInnes (4 MU)

Duncan Ian Robert Manning McInnes MC (1967-1969) (Father)

Lachlan Duncan Prescott McInnes (8 TU)

Duncan Ian Robert Manning McInnes MC (1967-1969) (Father)

Stirling McKinnon Prescott McInnes (7 TU)

Duncan Ian Robert Manning McInnes MC (1967-1969) (Father)

Harper Damien Arthur Moffrey (2 SH)

Damien Arthur Moffrey WA (1981-1988) (Father)

Henry Morris (9 SU)

Phillip James Morris SU (1977-1984) (Father)

Oskar Morris (10 SU)

Phillip James Morris SU (1977-1984) (Father)

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First Generation

Adam Morgan Nickalls (3 MU)

Justin Charles Nickalls BI (1989-1990) (Father)

Broc Jett Nickalls (4 MU)

Justin Charles Nickalls BI (1989-1990) (Father)

Zachary Riley Nixon (7 ME)

Nigel Norman Nixon ME (1981-1985) (Father)

Samuel Forester Nolan (12 TU)

Scott William Nolan TU (1979-1983) (Father)

Benjamin Alexander Owen (8 DE)

Robert John Reardon DE (1958-1963) (Grandfather)

Luke Christopher Oxenford (11 ME)

Vaughan Christopher Oxenford ME (1980-1984) (Father)

Timothy Oxenford (8 ME)

Vaughan Christopher Oxenford ME (1980-1984) (Father)

Sam William Pearson (7 MC)

James Russell Pearson MC (1977-1981) (Father)

Judd Pilkington (9 WA)

Jeffrey Paul Pilkington WA (1981-1982) (Father)

Liam Bryan Priestley (12 TU)

Bryan Stuart Priestley DE (1977-1979) (Father)

Emerson Rameau (5 MI)

Karl Christian Rameau KA (1982-1985) (Father)

Jackson Rameau (9 KA)

Karl Christian Rameau KA (1982-1985) (Father)

Isaac James Ramsden (R MU)

John Ryan Ramsden DE (1994-1995) (Father)

Joel Patrick Rasmussen (12 KA)

Elton John Rasmussen KA (1978-1979) (Father)

Joe Gordon Ray (3 SH)

Tom Daniel Ray ME (1980-1991) (Father)

Samuel Brian Ray (R SH)

Tom Daniel Ray ME (1980-1991) (Father)

Fletch Maxwell Reichman (3 SH)

Darron James Reichman SU (1978-1983) (Father)

Timothy John Rigby (9 DE)

Gregory Willis Rigby AT (1985-1990) (Father)

Hugh Kinsley Robinson (9 MC)

Christopher Caswell Robinson MC (1973-1976) (Father)

Sunny Ronaldson (1 DI)

Scott Neil Ronaldson ME (1989-1993) (Father)

Hugh Bassett Robert Scott (10 DE)

Michael Aiken Spencer Green DE (1953-1957) (Grandfather)

Samuel David Robertson Scott (12 DE)

Michael Aiken Spencer Green DE (1953-1957) (Grandfather)

Devraj Ahluwalia Singh (1 MI)

Surjit Ahluwalia Singh SU (1995-1995) (Father)

Sartaj Ahluwalia Singh (PR MI)

Surjit Ahluwalia Singh SU (1995-1995) (Father)

Chase Benzan Snelling (1 SH)

Courtney Snelling KA (1981-1987) (Father)

Connor Benzan Snelling (R SH)

Courtney Snelling KA (1981-1987) (Father)

Ethan Jaihao Steadman (R MU)

David Andrew Steadman SU (1985-1988) (Father)

Ben Bradford Brodie Stuart (8 DE)

Douglas Gordon Stuart DE (1975-1979) (Father)

Jamie Malcolm Stuart (5 SH)

Malcolm Graham Stuart RA (1976-1981) (Father)

Ted Gordon Brodie Stuart (11 DE)

Douglas Gordon Stuart DE (1975-1979) (Father)

Finn Nelson Taylor (8 ME)

Richard Nelson Taylor MA (1981-1986) (Father)

Robert Andrew McIlwraith Taylor (12 DE)

William Andrew McIlwraith Taylor DE (1959-1961) (Grandfather)

Tom Douglas McIlwraith Taylor (10 DE)

William Andrew McIlwraith Taylor DE (1959-1961) (Grandfather)

William Warrick Thomasson (PR MU)

Warrick John Thomasson SU (1990-1996) (Father)

Riley James Brant Thomson-King (12 ME)

Chay Douglas King TH (1987-1991) (Father)

Andrew Benjamin Turnbull (11 MC)

Gary George Dempsey MC (1951-1951) (Grandfather)

James Adam Twemlow (R MI)

Adam Kenneth Twemlow MI (1985-1985) (Father)

Benjamin John Tzannes (4 DI)

Nick Tzannes ME (1980-1984) (Father)

Harrison George Tzannes (6 DI)

Nick Tzannes ME (1980-1984) (Father)

Cooper James Veivers (5 MI)

Paul Douglas Veivers TU (1988-1991) (Father)

Benjamin Hansen Waller (8 WA)

Peter Thomas Waller WA (1982-1987) (Father)

Henry Peter Waller (10 WA)

Peter Thomas Waller WA (1982-1987) (Father)

Ethan Story Willebrant Ward (9 KA)

Simon Andrew Ward KA (1981-1987) (Father)

Sebastian Francis Ward (8 KA)

Simon Andrew Ward KA (1981-1987) (Father)

Carter Philip Whyatt (PR DI)

Matthew David Whyatt TU (1990-1992) (Father)

Stirling David Whyatt (1 DI)

Matthew David Whyatt TU (1990-1992) (Father)

Fraser James Wiltshire (3 SH)

Andrew James Wiltshire KA (1994-1995) (Father)

Cody Vincent Millard Wood (6 MI)

Paul Craig Wood DE (1980-1984) (Father)

Tyler Callan Wright (9 RA)

Vivian Bruce Wright RA (1976-1985) (Father)

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YEAR 7 DEAN’S LIST SEMESTER TWO 2014 SEATED:

MR G. WAIN, F. LANE, M. SMITH, J. DEVLIN, H. DIGHT, C. DURANTE, T. WRIGHT, T. FUJII, MS J. INGLIS

SECOND ROW: J. GAULT, A. TIMONEY, M. WOOD, R. KIM, M. AIKHAN, A. KITCHIN, J. FRIZELLE, J. SMITH THIRD ROW:

B. BOTTING, N. ROBERTSON, T. OXENFORD, M. MANLEY, J. THOMPSON, H. KENNEDY, T. SCOTCHMER,

SEATED ROW:

MR G. WAIN, K. JO, O. HALL, C. YOUNG, E. VAN DER VEGT, J. GILES, K. RUTHERFORD, J. GRAY, MS J. INGLIS

MR G. WAIN, Z. BALTUS, T. NICHOLSON, S. VAHIDY, H. CHEN, O. CHURCHILL, S. MCMATH, T. EDMUNDS, MS J. INGLIS

SECOND ROW: J. DWYER, Z. MAHER, J. MOSS, D. BOWEN, C. SCOTT, T. ZHU, J. CHIU, S. ANDARAWEWA THIRD ROW:

B. RADEL, R. GREGORY, W. TIMONEY, F. BONGERS, H. ROBINSON, T. FUHRMANN, M. JIANG

FOURTH ROW: M. MACKENZIE, X. DOERR, T. WRIGHT, H. COX, F. BAILDON, D. COLEMAN, J. HESLOP, L. BRUCE, T. ZHANG

YEAR 9 DEAN’S LIST SEMESTER TWO 2014 SEATED:

YEAR 8 DEAN’S LIST SEMESTER TWO 2014

YEAR 10 DEAN’S LIST SEMESTER TWO 2014 SEATED ROW:

MR G. WAIN, E. WATSON, A. MURRAY, Z. MERRION, S. FINLAYSON, P. BALDRY, T. REDLER, T. HURFORD, MS J. INGLIS

SECOND ROW: S. HICKSON, A. GERAGHTY, S. MOFFAT, J. ROGELJA, V. NEDUNCHEHIAN, O. TODD, F. CHEN,

SECOND ROW: R. SMITH, M. CAVANOUGH, J. HUGHES, H. SEO, M. SCAYSBROOK, J. BLOK, Y. BHOOLA, T. MIN

THIRD ROW:

THIRD ROW:

A. COWAN, R. MCCULLOUGH, J. JONES, M. MCCARTHY, J. PHILIPS, F. FOULDS-COOK, F. MARONEY-VITA

C. KALINOWSKI, W. SCHWARER, J. DIGHT, C. GRIMES, C. NONGGORR, B. GALLAGHER, H. WHEATON, R. SHIM, J. SHIELDS

FOURTH ROW: V. NIKITIN, S. GOADBY, B. PAXTON-HALL, L. UPFIELD, J. LAYT, J. BUTLER, D. O'NEILL, J. JOHNSON, J. CRAIN

YEAR 11 DEAN’S LIST SEMESTER TWO 2014 SEATED ROW:

MR G. WAIN, K. HO, O. RADFORD, J. WOODHOUSE, R. NAIR, C. KROON, D. BUREY, C. SIMPSON, MS J. INGLIS

SECOND ROW: J. ABTAHI, K. REYNOLDS-ERLER, J. RASMUSSEN, Y. HAN, K. MEHTA, O. SNOW, M. STATHAM THIRD ROW:

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YEAR 7 DEAN’S LIST SEMESTER ONE 2015 SEATED ROW:

MR G. WAIN, J. HARDY, J. CASTER, J. BOX, P. WOLFENDEN, S. LEDINGHAM, MS J. INGLIS

SECOND ROW: L. BROOKS, N. PURZA-PAGE, V. GANGASANDRA, J. BROWN, H. KNUDSEN, K. KANEMURA, S. KASOKASON

YEAR 8 DEAN’S LIST SEMESTER ONE 2015 SEATED:

THIRD ROW:

YEAR 9 DEAN’S LIST SEMESTER ONE 2015 SEATED ROW:

MR G. WAIN, H. CHEN, S. VAHIDY, O. ROBB GLADWIN, S. MCMATH, T. EDMUNDS, MS J. INGLS SECOND ROW: T. FURHMANN, H. ROBINSON, L. PATTERSON, C. SCOTT, J. MOSS THIRD ROW: J. RUDD, T. WRIGHT, F. BAILDON, E. MAHON, B. FUNNELL, W. TIMONEY, B. ZHANG

MR G. WAIN, T. FUJII, F. LANE, B. STUART, M. LAMBIE, B. OWEN, MS J. INGLIS

SECOND ROW: C. HANRAHAN, J. SMITH, F. SMITH A. TIMONEY, A. KITCHIN, J. WARE, T. WRIGHT M. WOOD, T. SCOTCHMER, H. KENNEDY, J. THOMPSON, T. OXENFORD, D. ROBERTSON, J. WALDEN

YEAR 10 DEAN’S LIST SEMESTER ONE 2015 SEATED ROW:

MR G. WAIN, J. GRAY, K. JO, J. RUTHERFORD, J. CHEN, W. LAYT, MS J. INGLIS

SECOND ROW: L. ZHENG, K. RUTHERFORD, T. HALPIN, E. VAN DER VEGT, O. HALL, A. GERAGHTY, J. GILES, F. CHEN. D. SHUM THIRD ROW:

O. TODD, J. MAHONY, S. ROBINSON, D. LEON, J. ROGELJA, W. DONALDSON, J. CHAPMAN, V. NEDUNCHEZHIAN

FOURTH ROW: S. MOFFAT, J. JONES, T. SHERLINE, R. GALL, M. MCCARTHY, J. RUTHERFORD, J. DUNN, R. MCCULLOUGH, A. COWAN

YEAR 11 DEAN’S LIST SEMESTER ONE 2015 SEATED ROW:

MR G. WAIN, T. REDLER, E. WATSON, B. SENDEN, S. FINLAYSON, T. HURFORD, MS J. INGLIS

SECOND ROW: R. SMITH, M CAVANOUGH, P. BALDRY, J. MORE, H. SEO, Z. MERRION, J. CLOUGH, C. GRIMES THIRD ROW:

T. SINCLAIR, Y. BHOOLA, R. SHIM, A. WILSON, J. DIGHT, M. SCAYSBROOK, N. POTTER, J. HUGHES

FOURTH ROW: C. NONGGORR, S. GOADBY, J. MCMILAN, L. UPFIELD, J. LAYT, B. PAXTON-HALL, D. O'NEILL, J. JOHNSON, V. NIKITIN

YEAR 12 DEAN’S LIST SEMESTER ONE 2015 SEATED ROW:

MR G. WAIN, J.C. BEHN-KATZ, B.J. KIM, C. SIMPSON, H. M. KANG, R. NAIR, MS J INGLIS

SECOND ROW: Y. HAN, K. MEHTA, O. RADFORD, T. UNDERWOOD, C. KROON, J. ABTAHI THIRD ROW:

X. THOMPSON, N. WATT, S. NOLAN, Z. MORRISON, J. NEALE, T. PERRIN, S. MCFARLANE, K. REYNOLDS-ERLER

FOURTH ROW: T. ROSS, S. SANDERMAN, G. LYHNE, A. MANDERSON, J. SCAYSBROOK, L. GILLETT, M. JOHNSON

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ACADEMIC FIRSTS 2015 SEATED ROW:

MR O. ALINI, C. SIMPSON, Y. HAN, MR G. WAIN, O. SNOW, H.M. KANG, MS J. INGLIS

SECOND ROW: K. MEHTA, S. NOLN, C. KROON, J. ABTAHI, R. NAIR THIRD ROW:

X. THOMPSON, S. SANDEMAN, Z. MORRISON. J. SCAYSBROOK, J. NEALE, T. PERRIN, K. REYNOLDS-ERLER

House Shield Points Table SWIMMING

TENNIS AND TUG-OF-WAR

CROSS COUNTRY

DRAMA

ATHLETICS

VOLLEYBALL DECLAMATIONS AND SOCCER

TOUCH BASKETBALL AND CHESS

POINTS

RANKING

ATKINSON

3

5

2

6

2

6.5

10

34.5

11

BIDDLE

1

4

11

1.5

4

6.5

3.5

31.5

12

DELPRATT

2

12

9

4

6

9

3.5

45.5

6

KAISER

13

10

1

13

1

8

2

48

5

MAUGHAN

11

2

10

8

10

1

7.5

49.5

4

MCKINLEY

4

9

13

9

13

11

7.5

66.5

1

MELBOURNE

7

6

4

7

9

13

13

59

2

RADCLIFFE

6

7

3

10

5

5

5

41

8

SURMAN

8

8

5

1.5

3

3

9

37.5

9

THOROLD

5

12

8

5

8

10

11

59

2

TURNOCK

10

3

6

11

11

2

1

44

7

WALKER

9

1

7

3

7

4

6

37

10

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YEAR 7 James Box

Silver Palm

Luka Brooks

Silver Palm

Joshua Brown

Silver Palm

Jonathon Burnett

Drama Winner

Joseph Castor

Chinese Runner-up English Winner Health & Physical Education Winner Humanities & Social Sciences Winner Mathematics Winner Science Winner Visual Art Runner-up Silver Palm The Year 7 Dux

Zachary Cirocco

Life & Faith Winner

Lewis Cole

Robotics Runner-up

Benjamin Cook

ICT (Computer Skills) Runner-up

Nicholas Cross

French Runner-up

Vishaak Gangasandra

Silver Palm The Year 7 Dux Proxime Accessit (Shared) Humanities & Social Sciences Runner-up Mathematics Runner-up Science Runner-up

Lachlan Goldie

Silver Palm

Jackson Hardy

Music Runner-up Silver Palm

Jordan Hawkins

Visual Art Winner

Harley Jeanes-Grant

ICT (Computer Skills) Winner

Kye Kanemura

Health & Physical Education Runner-up Music Winner Silver Palm

Solomon Kasokason

Drama Runner-up Silver Palm

Harry Knudsen

Life & Faith Runner-up Silver Palm

Shaun Ledingham

Chinese Winner Design & Technology Winner French Winner Silver Palm The Year 7 Dux Proxime Accessit (Shared)

Charlie Piacun

Design & Technology Runner-up

Noah Purza-Page

Robotics Winner Silver Palm

Finn Smith

English Runner-up Silver Palm The Inglis-Fox Family Cup

Peter Wolfenden

Silver Palm

YEAR 8 Jack Atthow

Taisei Fujii

Sean Arthur

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Accelerated Mathematics Winner Chinese Winner Life & Faith Runner-up Music Winner English Honours Blue Badge for Creativity Silver Palm Mathematics Winner

Charlie Hanrahan

Design & Technology Runnerup Visual Art Winner Silver Palm

Harrison Kennedy

ICT (Computer Skills) Runnerup Silver Palm

Jet Kernaghan

Drama Runner-up

Aidan Kitchin

Chinese Runner-up English Runner-up Music Runner-up Science Runner-up English Honours Prize Maths Honours Blue Badge for Creativity Silver Palm

Maxwell Lambie

Accelerated Mathematics Runner-up Design & Technology Winner Humanities & Social Sciences Runner-up Maths Honours Silver Palm The Year 8 Dux Proxime Accessit

Foster Lane

French Winner Humanities & Social Sciences Winner Life & Faith Winner Silver Palm

Calum Lockett

Library Honours Prize Robotics Honours Prize Drama Honours Blue Badge for Creativity

Jock Thompson

Health & Physical Education Runner-up Silver Palm

Angus Timoney

Drama Winner ICT (Computer Skills) Winner Silver Palm

Vasili (Billy) Vivlios

Mathematics A Winner

James Walden

Silver Palm

James Ware

Silver Palm

Thomas Wright

Robotics Winner Silver Palm

YEAR 9 Ahmed Al-Jumaily

French Winner Mathematics Runner-up French Honours Prize

Sashin Andarawewa

French Honours Blue Badge for Creativity

Flynn Baildon

Science Winner Gold Palm Silver Palm

Zac Baltus

Robotics Runner-up

Yanis Benzenati

French Runner-up

Jason Bolton

Robotics Honours Blue Badge for Creativity

Daniel Bowen

Visual Art Runner-up

Richard Burey

Design & Technology Runnerup

Harrison Chen

Accelerated Mathematics Winner History Winner Silver Palm

Cody Corbett

Music Winner

Taiga Corbett

Mathematics A Winner

Xavier Doerr

Robotics Winner Robotics Honours Prize Digital Studies Runner-up

Tom Edmunds

Accelerated English Runner-up Geography Winner Chinese Honour Prize Silver Palm The Year 9 Dux Scholar’s Tie

Tom Fuhrmann

Accelerated Mathematics Runner-up Chinese Runner-up English Runner-up Gold Palm Silver Palm Ansell Cup

Benjamin Funnell

Business Runner-up History Runner-up Life & Faith Runner-up Gold Palm Silver Palm The Year 9 Dux Proxime Accessit Scholar’s Tie

Ky Newitt

French Runner-up French Honours Blue Badge for Creativity

Benjamin Owen

Robotics Runner-up Library Honours Prize Silver Palm

Timothy Oxenford

English Winner Silver Palm

Arthur Rice

Mathematics A Runner-up

Duke Robertson

Silver Palm

Tom Scotchmer

Silver Palm

Cooper Selby

Mathematics Runner-up

James Smith

Science Winner Science Honours Prize Maths Honours Year 9 Prize Gold Palm Silver Palm The Year 8 Dux Abrahamson Cup

Samuel Stevens

Drama Honours Prize

Mason Harris

Humanities Honours (Geography) Prize

Ben Stuart

Silver Palm

Jaidan Jones

Visual Art Winner

Visual Art Runner-up Health & Physical Education Winner

French Honours Prize

Jayden Giuffre

YEAR 8 Mason Andonakis

YEAR 8


Prize List YEAR 9 Ethan Mahon Samuel McMath

Silver Palm English Honours Blue Badge for Creativity Silver Palm

Joshua Moss

Silver Palm Science Runner-up

Cooper Murphy

Chinese Honours Blue Badge for Creativity

Jordan Negrine

Music Runner-up

Lochlan Patterson

Mathematics Winner Silver Palm

Oliver Robb Gladwin

English Winner Silver Palm

Hugh Robinson

Design & Technology Winner Graphics Winner Silver Palm

Matthias Robinson

Chinese Winner

Joaquin Rudd

Drama Winner Health & Physical Education Winner Silver Palm

William Timoney

Sameel Vahidy

Accelerated English Winner Business Winner English Honours Prize Silver Palm Scholar’s Tie Digital Studies Winner Geography Runner-up Life & Faith Winner Silver Palm

Ethan Ward

Drama Runner-up

Tyler Wright

Health & Physical Education Runner-up Silver Palm

Baihao (Tony) Zhang

Gold Palm Silver Palm

YEAR 10 Kaimana Barry

Life & Faith Winner Visual Art Runner-up Chinese Honours Prize

Jim Chapman

Accounting Winner Business Management Runner-up Economics Winner Legal Studies Winner Mathematics B Winner Visual Art Winner Business honours Prize Silver Palm Scholar’s Tie

Francis Chen

Australian Curriculum Science Winner Music Winner Silver Palm Scholar’s Tie

Jeffrey Chen

Silver Palm

Kuan-Wei (Wayne) Chiu

Accelerated Mathematics B Runner-up

Callam Clegg

Information Technology Systems Runner-up

Angus Cowan

Modern History Runner-up Silver Palm

YEAR 10 Jackson Dunn

YEAR 10

Silver Palm

Florian Fan

Mathematics B Runner-up

Finn Foulds-Cook

Gifted & Talented Runner-up Java Programming Honours Blue Badge for Creativity

Vikram Nedunchezhian

French Runner-up Gold Palm Silver Palm Year 10 Dux Scholar’s Tie

Jordan Phillips

Geography Runner-up Silver Palm

Reilly Gall

Silver Palm

Andrew Geraghty

Business Management Winner Silver Palm

Tegan Pye

Jack Giles

English Winner Physical Education Winner Silver Palm Agricultural Science Winner

Chinese Runner-up Engineering Technology Winner Legal Studies Runner-up

Scott Robinson

Silver Palm

Lachlan Gillett

Industrial Technology Studies Winner Technology Studies Winner

Ji Rogelja

Joel Gray

Drama Winner Silver Palm Scholar’s Tie

Accelerated English Winner Graphics Winner Physics Runner-up Silver Palm The Year 10 Dux Proxime Accessit (Shared) Scholar’s Tie Java Programming Honours Prize

Australian Curriculum Science Runner-up Silver Palm Scholar’s Tie

James Rutherford

Silver Palm

Oliver Hall

Jesse Rutherford

Gold Palm Silver Palm

Kobi Rutherford

Ancient History Runner-up Australian Curriculum History Winner Silver Palm Scholar’s Tie

Tyler Sherline

Ancient History Winner Australian Curriculum History Runner-up ICT Winner Silver Palm

Tiernan Halpin

Silver Palm

Sandy Hickson

Chemistry Winner

William Hunn

Mathematics A Runner-up

Jack Hutchison

Drama Runner-up Gifted & Talented Winner Drama Honours Prize

Callum Jackson

Industrial Technology Studies Runner-up

Komei Jo

Silver Palm Scholar’s Tie

Siu Hei (Daniel) Shum

Mathematics C Winner Silver Palm

Jake Jones

Silver Palm

Harry Smith

Agricultural Science Runner-up

Finlay Kroon

Chinese Winner

Benjamin Spittle

Life & Faith Runner-up

William Layt

Silver Palm Gullotta Cup

Tom Taylor

Technology Studies Runner-up

Oliver Todd

Silver Palm

Dylan Leon

Economics Runner-up Music Runner-up Silver Palm

Benjamin Trickey

Mathematics A Winner

Mitchell Lovett

Drama Honours Blue Badge for Creativity

Man Hon Nigel Tse

Accelerated Mathematics B Winner Mathematics C Runner-up

James Mahony

Silver Palm

Ethan van der Vegt

Silver Palm Scholar’s Tie

Franky Maroney-Vita

Silver Palm A.H. Ware Shield

Ike Woods

Accounting Runner-up

Max McCarthy

Biology Winner Geography Winner Silver Palm

Yuta Yanaka

ICT Runner-up Information Technology Systems Winner

Curtis Young

Silver Palm Scholar’s Tie

Robert McCullough

Biology Runner-up Chemistry Runner-up Physics Winner Silver Palm The Year 10 Dux Proxime Accessit (Shared) Scholar’s Tie French

Ling Xiao Zheng

French Winner Silver Palm Modern History Winner French Honours Prize

Sam Moffat

English Runner-up Silver Palm Scholar’s Tie

George Morton

Engineering Technology Runner-up Graphics Runner-up

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YEAR 11

YEAR 11

YEAR 12

David Burey

The Bill Chandler Agricultural Award for Practical Agricultural Science The Year 12 Industrial Technology Prize The A.H. Kaiser Prize for Year 12 Mathematics A

Peter Baldry

Mathematics C Top of Subject Visual Art Runner-up

John Nucifora

Physical Education Top of Subject

Yash Bhoola

Economics Runner-up Silver Palm

Daniel O’Neill

Silver Palm Drama Top of Subject

Mac Cavanough

Agricultural Science Top of Subject Silver Palm

Luke Oxenford

Accelerated English Runner-up Silver Palm Silver Palm A.B. Rourke Prize

Tyler Campbell

Year 12 Physical Education Prize

Jesse Clough

Silver Palm

Benjamin PaxtonHall

Jay Clyne

Modern History Runner-up

Nicholas Potter

Silver Palm

Charles Dalton

Year 12 Recreation Studies Prize VET Student of the Year Award

Jabreeni Fogarty

The Bond University ‘Blue Sky’ Indigenous Scholarship

Reid Durden

Mathematics A Runner-up

Toby Redler

Sam Finlayson

Accounting Runner-up Silver Palm

Percival Gee

Business Management Runner-up

Accelerated English Top of Subject Accelerated Mathematics B Runner-up Chemistry Top of Subject Hunt Prize – Chinese Runnerup Life & Faith Runner-up Gold Palm Silver Palm The Nick Peate Award Year 11 Dux

Callum Elliot

Jake Dight

Accounting Top of Subject Agricultural Science Runner-up Gold Palm Silver Palm English Runner-up

Scott Goadby

French Top of Subject Silver Palm

Michael Scaysbrook

Yinuo Han

Callum Grimes

Graphics Top of Subject Silver Palm

French Runner-up Life & Faith Top of Subject Modern History Top of Subject Gold Palm Silver Palm

John Hughes

Silver Palm

Lleyton SehmishLahey

Technology Studies Top of Subject

Timothy Hurford

Silver Palm Bailey Senden

Physical Education Runner-up Silver Palm

Jack Johnson

Ancient History Top of Subject Gold Palm Silver Palm Geography Top of Subject

Hyunjun Seo

Chinese Top of Subject

The George Edgerley Johnson Memorial Prize for Year 12 Chemistry The Year 12 English for ESL Learners Prize The Murray Johnson Memorial Prize for Year 12 Mathematics C The Flint Prize for Year 12 Physics The Frank Surman Prize for Best All Rounder in the Sciences Dean’s List Semester 2 Silver Palm Gold Palm Academic 1sts Dux – The Lewis Cup The Ivy Margarette Williamson Scholarship

Joel Shields

Silver Palm

Max Houlahan

The Headmaster’s Medal (Sport)

Chae-Woon (Ryan) Shim

Accelerated Mathematics B Top of Subject Physics Runner-up Silver Palm

Mark Johnson

Dean’s List Semester 2 Silver Palm Scholars’ Tie

Trae Simon

Recreation Top of Subject Ha Min Kang

Year 12 Chinese Prize Dean’s List Semester 2 Silver Palm Scholars’ Tie

Jordan Kilcoyne

The Bond University ‘Blue Sky’ Indigenous Scholarship

Beom Joon (BJ) Kim

Year 12 Music Extension Prize Academic 1sts

Jack Klementsen

The Griffith University Pro Vice-Chancellor (Business) Transition Bursary

Cameron Kroon

The Year 12 Hunt Prize – French Dean’s List Semester 2 Silver Palm Academic 1sts Scholars’ Tie

Jonathan Kafritsas

Mathematics B Top of Subject

Cale Kalenowski

Chemistry Runner-up Mathematics C Runner-up Gold Palm Biology Top of Subject Physics Top of Subject Silver Palm Year 11 Dux Proxime Accessit

Joshua Kann

Recreation Runner-up

Max Kremmer Ryan

Business Certificate III Top of Subject

Jesse Layt

Ancient History Runner-up English Top of Subject Geography Runner-up Music Top of Subject Gold Palm Silver Palm

James McMillan

Business Management Top of Subject Legal Studies Top of Subject Silver Palm Mathematics A Top of Subject

Zachary Merrion

Silver Palm

Jacob More

Economics Top of Subject Legal Studies Runner-up Silver Palm

Jed Morris

Industrial Technology Top of Subject

Vladimir Nikitin

English for ESL Learners Top of Subject Silver Palm

Cooper (Joti) Nonggorr

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Trent Sinclair

Drama Runner-up Music Runner-up Silver Palm

Regan Smith

Silver Palm

Ted Stuart

Technology Studies Runner-up

Liam Upfield

Silver Palm

Emerson Watson

Biology Runner-up Mathematics B Runner-up Silver Palm

Hugh Wheaton

Silver Palm

Angus Wilson

Silver Palm

YEAR 12 Dean’s List Semester 2 Silver Palm Academic 1sts

Albert Manderson

Joyaher Abtahi

Dean’s List Semester 2 Silver Palm

Calum Ball

The Bond University ViceChancellor’s Scholarship

Hugo Mayson

Headmaster’s Medal for Leadership and Service The Round Square Award King Constantine Medal

Jens Christian Behn-Katz

The Year 12 Music Prize

Zachary McFarlane

Dean’s List Semester 2 Silver Palm

Grayson Bell

The Sports Honour Award

Carter Bettles

Headmaster’s Medal for Leadership and Service


Prize List YEAR 12

YEAR 12

The Archbishop’s Prize The Regatta Private Wealth Award for Business and Enterprise The M.R. Walker Memorial Prize for Year 12 Accounting The E.A. Venz Prize for Year 12 English Extension Literature The Rev. N.C.C. Bertram Memorial Prize for Year 12 Life & Faith The Thomas Glassey Memorial Prize for Year 12 Modern History Dean’s List Semester 2 Silver Palm Gold Palm Academic 1sts

Thomas Ross

The Rev. Canon B.E. Maughan Prize for Year 12 Ancient History Dean’s List Semester 2 Silver Palm

Stephen Sandeman

The Founder’s Prize for Leadership and Service (Shared) Dean’s List Semester 2 Silver Palm Academic 1sts

Jack Scaysbrook

Headmaster’s Medal for Leadership and Service The University of Queensland Year 12 School and Community Leadership Award The Bond University ViceChancellor’s Finalist Excellence Scholarship The Blue Mountains International Hotel Management Prize for Year 12 Business Management Dean’s List Semester 2 Silver Palm Academic 1sts

Samuel Scott

The Old Southportonian Association Prize The Year 12 Prevocational Mathematics Prize

Cameron Simpson

Bond University Collegiate Excellence Scholarship Academic 1sts

Jackson Neale Dylan Negrine

Year 12 Hunt Prize – Chinese Dean’s List Semester 2 Silver Palm Academic 1sts Year 12 Certificate III in Business Prize

Oliver Snow

Dean’s List Semester 2 Academic 1sts

Macallister Statham

The Thelander Shield The Dean Fraser Memorial Prize for Year 12 Visual Art

Samuel Nolan

The Year 12 Griffith University Mathematics Prize Dean’s List Semester 2 Silver Palm Academic 1sts

Joshua Tarr

Dean’s List Semester 2 Silver Palm

Xavier Thompson

Dr R.S. Berry Memorial Prize for Year 12 Biological Science Dean’s List Semester 2 Silver Palm Academic 1sts

Thomas Underwood

The Year 12 Graphics Prize Dean’s List Semester 2 Silver Palm

James van Herwaarde

Bond University Collegiate Scholarship

Nicholas Watt

ANFIN Bursary Dean’s List Semester 2 Silver Palm

Charlie Wells

The Chelmsford Cup

James Woodhouse

Dean’s List Semester 2

Khurshed Mehta

Zachary Morrison

The Harley Stumm Memorial Prize for Year 12 English Dean’s List Semester 2 Silver Palm Academic 1sts

Ramil Nair

The Goldsmith Prize for Year 12 Economics The Year 12 French Prize The Robert Holle Prize Dean’s List Semester 2 Silver Palm Gold Palm Academic 1sts Dux Proxime Accessit

Dylan Nunn

The W.B. Greer Memorial Prize for Year 12 Geography

Jacob Paulson

The Year 12 English Communication Prize

Tasman Perrin

Dean’s List Semester 2 Silver Palm Academic 1sts

Oscar Radford

The Gordon Tweedale Memorial Prize for Year 12 Senior Agricultural Science The Year 12 Technology Studies Prize Dean’s List Semester 2 Silver Palm

Joel Rasmussen

Year 12 Information & Technology Systems Prize

Kaia Reynolds-Erler

Year 12 Legal Studies Prize The Goff Prize for Year 12 Mathematics B Dean’s List Semester 2 Silver Palm Academic 1sts

Dominic Richardson

The Headmaster’s Medal (Sport)

Dylan Riley

The Founder’s Prize for Leadership and Service (Shared) The Sports Honour Award

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There is always a buzz about the school. Busy boys and busy teachers going about all manner of business, and in doing so, creating, learning, collaborating and growing. There is a hum and a vitality to the school that excites me every day, and 2015 had more than its fair share of reasons to remind us of how lucky we are to be a part of this great community and school.

JEFF SYMMS

Head of the Preparatory School

I give particular thanks of course to the incredibly dedicated teaching staff of the Preparatory School. Teaching is a career of exceptional demands, with most parents being unaware of the many, many hours of preparation that underpin each successful day at school. Additionally, the non-teaching staff of the school is extraordinary in the amount of time and effort they give to ensure our school is the special place we know it to be. The administrative staff, co-curricular coaches, ground staff and cleaners all take pride in the job they do as they know it is vital to ensure our school’s continued well-functioning. I commend all of the boys on their academic progress – both those who achieve at the highest levels and those who find academics challenging. Education is not a race to the finish, but the continual progress towards a goal, and I am proud of the way that all boys engage in this process. As an example, in 2015, the teaching staff determined to target the boys’ reading levels, and after a great deal of professional learning a program was implemented to target comprehension levels and fluency, and across the year the boys’ achievements were monitored. I happily report that in each year level the standards have risen quite considerably. The boys have worked very consistently on improvement and congratulations to them and the teachers on setting a goal and working to achieve it. NAPLAN 2015 was a great endorsement of our school’s educative program. The boys in Year 3 placed as the secondhighest ranked school on the Gold Coast, pipped at the post only by St Hilda’s, and this in part due to the girls’ higher score in reading. As the Coast’s only boys school and one that is proudly

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non-selective, this is a tremendous result. Additionally, our Year 5 cohort scored impressively, again scoring higher averages than the State and national scores in all areas tested. The boys performed exceptionally well across a range of international and national competitions throughout the year, with very high levels of achievement in the ICAS (International Competitions and Assessments for Schools) competitions conducted by the University of NSW. Our boys competed in the Science, English, Mathematics, Computing, Spelling and IT programs and we recorded a very high number of High Distinctions, Distinctions, Merit and Credit awards. The boys also excelled in the Language Perfect international language competition, and we regularly had boys and classes in the top performers worldwide for Mathletics. We had an excellent year, too, in sport. The tour to New Zealand was certainly a highlight and the boys enjoyed testing themselves against some of the strongest sporting schools of that country. The annual Armidale trip yielded good results and we hosted matches against a number of visiting schools throughout the year. Our swimming team performed very well in the GPS championships, coming away with a nail-biting second-place finish to Churchie. It all came down to the final relay and was a very exciting day. The Athletics team produced some great results and our boys recorded a couple of GPS records and were proud of their sixth placing. The cross country team also ran well and we recorded some outstanding individual results. But ultimately it has been the high participation rate that has been most pleasing. Across the year, and the vast array of sports we offer, most boys have found something to challenge and interest them. Musically it has been a very strong year at the Preparatory School. Boys have undertaken exams across a range of instruments and their results have been very good. The Instrumental Programs in Years 2 and 4 continue to


Head of Preparatory encourage boys to commit to an instrument and our bands and ensembles have been really impressive. The Cremona String Ensemble was named as most outstanding ensemble of the Gold Coast Eisteddfod, an incredible achievement given that this award considers all student groups – both primary and secondary school. The choirs were, as always, outstanding and the outback tour to Goondiwindi was a tremendous success, highly valued by the local families who delighted in hosting the boys in their homes and hearing them sing. In 2016, the Band of Brothers tour of London, Paris, Belgium and The Somme will head off to take TSS music to the world.

2015 has been a great year and I have enjoyed working with your sons and seeing their growth and development. On behalf of the staff of the Preparatory School, I sincerely thank all who have played a role in supporting the boys. Your contributions are many and varied and very much appreciated. Onward to 2016 and the reaching of even higher heights.

The Visual Arts department always leads our boys to outstanding achievement and this year produced the stunning Poppy Garden to mark the centenary of Gallipoli. This special memorial garden never fails to impress visitors to the campus and it has become a highly valued addition to our school facilities. The resurrection of the Year 6 art show this year was a wonderful addition to our program and provided an opportunity for the boys to share their talent with the wider community. Space does not permit me to reflect on all departments, year levels or classes – but suffice to say that across the breadth and depth of the curriculum and co-curricular spheres, our teachers have presented the boys with incredible opportunities for learning and the boys have accepted the challenges and achieved magnificently. Importantly, the special spirit that imbues this school was as always on display. The boys, led by their Housemasters and Round Square Co-ordinator, participated in many charitable programs that raised considerable funds for those less fortunate. The Preparatory School’s support of the school and families in Cambodia, plus the many worthy causes with which we engage, help the boys to appreciate the value in service to others. There are many important skills learnt at School and the life skills of co-operation, collaboration, teamwork, sportsmanship and consideration for others are as important as those in the academic sphere. There is much that is carefully woven through each day’s program that supports the development of these aspects of character, and the staff of the school accepts the responsibility to work with families on the development of the boys into fine young men, readily and with commitment. This year, in consort with the Friends of Prep group, we added to the pastoral program by engaging Dr Arne Rubenstein to speak with our boys and their parents and provide insights into relationship development. Arne conducted a father and son sleepover on the Prep School oval so that fathers and their boys could explore their relationship and identify areas in which to invest more time. This program adds to the Family Planning and Life Education Centre courses with which our boys engage, all of which supplement the values education taught during our Bounce Back sessions.

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The Staff

PREPARATORY EXECUTIVE STAFF SEATED

KATHRYN BARRY, JEFF SYMMS, TRISHA MATTHIAS

PREPARATORY HOUSEMASTERS L TO R:

BRETT MASSEY, BRIAN ROWE, STEVE HAMILTON, MARK HOPPE

SECOND ROW: MARK WYER, ANDREW ROBERTSON

PREPARATORY STAFF SEATED ROW:

LEESA DOLAN, BRIAN ROWE, MARK HOPPE, ANDREW ROBERTSON, TRISHA MATTHIAS, MARK WYER, JEFF SYMMS, KATHRYN BARRY, ROBERT BAKER, STEVE HAMILTON, BRETT MASSEY, KAREN CAPPER, SONJA CURKO

SECOND ROW: SUE JONES, RUTH STEVENS, ROSIE WALLACE, SUE GADD, LISA CORBETT, CATHRYN GITTINS, KERRIE LESKO, MEGAN THOMAS, ROBYN ELLIS, ANNETTE CHATFIELD, THERESA STIBBE, KERRIE AQUILINA THIRD ROW:

EMILY STIBBE, LYN HANLEY, SUE WEAVER , ANGELA TYLER, TERRI-LEE HURD, KRISTY BAYLISS, SHARON JOSS, KERRIE ANDERSON, KAY BOXALL, AMANDA PEMBERTON, HEIDI DUNBIER

FOURTH ROW: RHONDA ELLSMORE, COLETTE SCOTT, KERRY BOYD, DEB NICHOLSON, ROB LACHLAN, SANDY GIPPEL, JULIE WATTS, JASNA POESZUS, DOREEN NG YAP, LIZ SLATER FIFTH ROW:

LOUISE WILSON, DEB SCHINCKEL, CRAIG NEWTON, SHONA CHAPMAN, DEB GOUDY, STEVE ROBINSON, EDWINA HUTCHISON, WENDY RIX, JENNI STRETEN

SIXTH ROW:

REMWELL MELIA, MARISSA SCHRODER, HOLLY NIXON, DIRK BENSON, TOM BATTY, JACKIE WILSON, FERGUS TREVETHAN, SAMANTHA PARKHOUSE

ABSENT:

PETER BAKER, JODIE BRADBURY, JENNY BRAMWELL, MITCH BUCKLEY, ROB CLEGG, JUDY CROOK, MELINDA GORDON, ANNE HANCOCK, CINDY HARRIS, MARK LOCKETT, SCOTT MCLENNAN, LYN MORRIS, TABATHA MURGATROYD, SHELAGH ROGERS, RENAE SKINNER, MARY-LOO WILSON, JENNY YORATH

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Preparatory Seniors

YEAR 6 STUDENTS SEATED ROW:

C. ILLES, S. WOLFENDEN, T. YOON, B. BENNETT, K. PRICE, J. RANSBY, B. TESTA, R. KENNEDY, C. CHANDLER, C. MURRAY, C. WOOD, T. MURDOCH, L. FREE, S. GEMERI, J. HOPKINS, O. DURHAM, C. DACEY, R. BELAPUNA

SECOND ROW: H. ALOYSIUS, B. PALMER, L. SCERRI, C. WHITE, D. SELBY, C. WHITTON, J. YOO, E. HARRIS, H. STAPLETON, L. BRADNAM, E. STANICH, B. LYNCH, J. MCAULEY, J. BOYLE, V. WU THIRD ROW:

D. TYLER-BATTAGLIA, H. BAKER, I. CHOU, C. PARKER, T. BARUA, H. TZANNES, P. SOPHIOS, T. ALIKHAN, N. MCKENZIE, C. VIVLIOS, R. COLLIER, B. BROWNLEE-SMITH, J. VERTULLO

FOURTH ROW: S. THOMAS, H. CROSS-WINSTON, O. RUTHERFORD, L. O’CONNOR, H. ZDANOWICZ, C. MCGEARY, J. LETCHFORD, G. COLLINS, A. GROOBY, H. HONG, R. NORTON, W. ABBOTT, J. SCOTT, S. ARKOUZIS, L. LANE FIFTH ROW:

K. TOWNHILL, A. KITCHIN, Z. ELVIN, R. DWYER, B. WALSH, B. CAMPBELL, D. PARAKA, L. ROSS, J. DONOVAN, A. WEI, J. POPOV, J. GOFFMAN, H. ANTHONY, E. BAKER

SIXTH ROW:

D. LEHNDORF, J. KAFRITSAS, T. LAMBERT, B. STEWART, L. CHABERT, J. GILMOUR, T. HANCOCK, C. MARKS, W. THILWIND, F. WOODBRIDGE, C. FITZPATRICK, T. CONDON, A. WIESE

ABSENT:

O. BAYLISS, E. DONNELLY, J. RYAN

TEACHERS:

MR B. ROWE, MR F. TREVETHAN, MS J. WATTS, MR M. HOPPE

SEATED ROW:

J. HOPKINS, B. TESTA, C. WOOD, J. BOYLE, H. ALOYSIUS, R. KENNEDY, J. RANSBY, K. PRICE

RECEPTION TO YEAR 6 STUDENTS SECOND ROW: V. WU, H. HONG, H. STAPLETON, J. DONOVAN, A. WEI, T. SALMON, O. BAYLISS, R. COLLIER THIRD ROW:

J. GOFFMAN, C. WHITTON, J. YOO, J. GILMOUR, W. THILWIND, C. VIVLIOS, H. ANTHONY

ABSENT:

T. ALIKHAN, B. BENNETT, B. BROWNLEE-SMITH, I. CHOU, H. CROSS-WINSTON, C. DACEY, O. DURHAM, R. DWYER, L. FREE, A. GROOBY, C. ILLES, J. KAFRITSAS, B. LYNCH, N. MCKENZIE, B. STEWART, K. TOWNHILL, J. VERTULLO, A. WIESE

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The collection continues to be updated and relevant to the boys’ interests and supports the requirements of the Australian Curriculum. Several new series have enticed the boys to read more, including Fly Guy, Mates and graphic novels for the younger boys and You Choose Adventures, My Life, Spirit Animals, Bear Grylls and Ahn Do.

DEB SCHINCKEL

Teacher/Librarian

I have continued my role in supporting teachers in the co-operative planning and resourcing in English, History and Geography. With the endorsement of version 8.0 of the Australian Curriculum, Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS) will replace and combine History, Geography, Civics and Citizenship and Economics and Business. This will mean current, accurate and appropriate resources will be required to connect these areas and part of my role is to source these. Resourcing these areas of the curriculum include investigating possible venues for excursions. I have assisted staff in several year levels in planning and supervising excursions to Mudgereebaba Heritage Museum, Light Horse Museum, Commissariat (Brisbane), Eureka Gold Fields (Beenleigh), Local Studies Library and Southport Cemetery, Surfworld, Q1.

FOP chose to support author-illustrator visits this year so we were able have workshops for boys in all year levels. Frances Watts worked with Preschool

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and Reception boys sharing her stories and introducing songs and dance relating to the themes. Andrew King, engineer come author, worked with the Years 1 and 2 boys. Andrew’s writing comes from a design perspective and his stories of Engibear focus on design and building structures. Frané Lessac workshopped with Years 3 and 4. Frané writes historical Australian fiction and shared her writing process and illustration techniques with the boys. They each produced their own illustration and accompanying text. Mark Greenwood again worked with the Year 5 boys, focusing on his knowledge of Australian history. He engages the boys with his story telling and recount and has them wanting more. Oliver Phommavanh entertained Year 6 with his unique story-writing techniques and stories relating to his Thai background. Trevor Fourmile entertained and informed the Year 2 group with his Dreamtime stories and cultural facts and also workshopped with Year 4 relating to “First Contact” and the effects of colonisation on the Aboriginal population. I sincerely thank FOP for their support in this literacy program. The benefits for the boys are numerous and is a valuable way to promote reading and writing.

In March I took a group of Year 6 boys to the Somerset Celebration of Literacy. The sessions the boys attended included authors Geoffrey McSkimming, James Maloney, Scott Prince and Dave Hartley, AL Tait, Rachel Spratt, Richard Newsome and George Ivanoff. A great day of entertainment, including magic tricks, jokes and writing processes. The boys purchased books from the book store and came away with some great new ideas on reading and knowledge of previously unfamiliar authors.


Trevor R Wood Library

This year’s Readers Cup involved seven teams from TSS and 12 Year 6 teams from St Hilda’s joining in the competition. The competition was held at St Hilda’s. Due to illness their teacher librarian was unavailable so I took the role of quizmaster. Competitors had to read A horse called Elvis, John Heffernan, Kenzuke’s Kingdom, Michael Morpurgo, Home, Narellle Oliver and the e-comic Justice League. They were then required to answer questions relating to the books. The competition result was very close, with the St Hilda’s team winning overall. Two boys’ teams tied for TSS first place (and runners-up overall), Readers R Us: Dean Tyler-Battaglia, Liam O’Connor, Harry Zdanowicz, Harry Stapleton; and Reada-holics: Herschel Aloysius, Victor Wu, Corbin Parker, Louis Chabert. Trophies were presented to the overall winners and to winning teams from both schools. The competitors then enjoyed afternoon tea supplied by St Hilda’s girls. Next year’s competition will be hosted by TSS.

The Reading Challenge was again taken up by boys in Years 1-6 who were required to read 20 books from the lists of titles taken from our library catalogue, including the boys’ favourite titles and authors, with new releases added to previous year’s lists. The library staff were kept busy suggesting series and titles and assisting boys with book selection.

“Books Light up our World” was this year’s Book Week theme. There was a focus on this theme during Term Three displays, book sharing and discussions relating to the CBCA short-listed books. Winners included Early Childhood: Go to Sleep Jessie (Libby Gleeson); Picture Book: Two Blankets (Irena Kobald); Information: A Minute’s Silence (Simon Barnard). The Art Department again focused on the short listed-books with their classes and shared the results of their work for display in the Resource Centre.

Thank you to Jenny Bramwell, Lyn Hanley and Emily Stibbe for their continued assistance and support. Thank you also to Stephen Robinson for his prompt and efficient assistance with all things ICT as required in the Resource Centre. Thank you also to the volunteers who have covered new reading resources for use in classrooms.

I sincerely thank the leadership team for their ongoing support of all things related to teaching and learning in the Resource Centre and TRW Library. We hosted a Book Fair in September where we sold $2500 worth of books to the boys. This provided $400 to be spent on books for the library and a donation of books to a small school in India.

All classes including the Preschool boys have visited for story and borrowing on a weekly basis and we enjoy their enthusiasm and continue to promote a love of books and reading with them.

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During 2015 Prep, Art boys have welcomed a range of creative practitioners from the Art world into their classrooms. First the nationally and internationally award-winning author and children’s book artist Kim Michelle Toft. She is passionately committed to raising awareness of marine conservation, and uses her Art to do the talking. This is reflected in large, vivid, silk mural paintings that captivated the boys. Years 2 and 3 boys had the opportunity to watch painting demonstrations, listen to her books and shake it to her music.

KERRIE ANDERSON WENDY RIX SHELAGH ROGERS

Prep Art Department

Year 6 boys were inspired by a young artist duo, Grace Dewar and Ian McCallum, known as Kontraband. Both artists combine formal signwriting with urban mural painting. Boys had the opportunity to view the transformation of urban spaces in Toowoomba, and to create their own stencils, which they then spraypainted. Ian, who is a qualified signwriter, and Grace, who has a Bachelor of Creative Arts, are the founder and coordinator of Queensland’s largest street art festival: First Coat, which facilitates youth workshops throughout Queensland. They led a valuable discussion on graffiti and street art, the legal and illegal aspects of the art form, and an inspirational journey into cross-cultural mural painting.

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with Book Week. Year 5s completed five mini–projects, including making their own books using a Chinese paper-folding technique. To illustrate the books they used a French technique known as Frottage or graphite rubbings of everyday objects into humorous book creatures.

YEAR 5 EXCURSION TO QAGOMA

In August, the Year 5 cohort accompanied by their classroom teachers and the Art Department visited the Brisbane Qld Art Gallery and Gallery of Modern Art. The excursion was linked to the Australian history program, and throughout the day boys investigated the inspiried Art of our first Australians, Torres Strait ceremonial Art, contemporary Australian Indigenous and non-Indigenous Art, and a show on 21st century Japanese art, featuring an actual journey through a sliding door into another galaxy.


Prep Art POPPY PROJECT

To mark the World War I ANZAC contribution, Prep Art created a community project, whereby each boy and staff member in the school were invited to make a large clay poppy. Younger boys each made a poppy bud. Pieces were fired to 1000 degrees, red glazed and refired to 1,110 degrees, then mounted on to metal spikes in the Art garden.

ochre-painted primitive clay totems by past students. Another series of sculptures by Year 5 have recently been included and are based on their study of our nearest and closest neighbours in the Asia Pacific. Maori motifs have been boldly carved and painted on to white clay cylinders to create highly graphic and contrasting totemic sculptures in our new green space.

• Hundreds of poppies surrounded by lush plants now quietly pay homage to those who served but did not return. •

Current focus on the new National Curriculum: TSS Prep Art has seen a continued thematic emphasis on cultural diversity. Art staff Mrs Rogers, Mrs Rix and Ms Anderson, with the expert assistance of Mrs Quade, are committed to a specialist Art education that embraces the Key Learning areas, particularly science, history, geography and literacy.

world, The Great Barrier Reef. Artworks ranging from iridescent marine paintings to clay coral sculptures were created in response to the natural structure that can be seen from space. Year 1 boys created a micro and macro series of works, including miniscule observational drawings of mini beasts from a selection of jewelled brooches, followed by drawings of gigantic black and white insects. Year 2 immersed themselves in the history of the school by creating watercolours of the Prep Jordan buildings, and modelling clay sculptures of the newly refurbished white marble sculpture ‘Transient Spirit’ by Graham Radcliffe. Year 3 boys celebrated Book Week by reading the shortlisted My two blankets by Irena Kobald. In response they created their own fabulous community blanket using stitchery, felting, beading and collage. Year 4 students flexed their construction skills and were challenged to create aircraft models using recycled materials in answer to the question, ‘Is It a Plane?’ Year 5 investigated the unprecedented Indigenous watercolour art of Albert Namitjira. Year 6 revelled in translating the gritty urban designs introduced by artists in residence from Kontraband studios on to their very own skateboards.

CREATION OF TOTEM GARDENS

During IDEALS Week, a small and hardworking group of Atkinson House boys cleaned out, constructed and refurbished the gardens on the southern side of the Art block. These gardens will feature rotating exhibitions by past, current and future students. The current work on show is a series of

The following is a snapshot of 2015 in Prep Art: • Reception boys were inspired by the largest coral-reef system in the

We aim to expose our students to the rich traditions of Australian and international Art. Artworks by our creative boys have been valued and showcased on the Art block walls as testament to the critical value of children’s Art.

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CURRICULUM AND GROWTH MINDSET

JASNA POESZUS

Gifted and Talented Programs Coordinator – Preschool - Year 6

At the chore of the Prep G&T program is developing student’s capacity to apply creative and critical thinking in any given academic scenario. The common thread in each unit design is the explicit instruction around developing positive work habits, particularly growth mindset when challenged. Students can arrive to classes with already fixed responses to challenging curriculum, namely an attitude of “I can’t do it” or “it’s too hard”. In G&T classes risk taking is celebrated and always encouraged, boys are expected to think differently creating new ideas and possibilities. Scaffolds are provided to facilitate thinking in an innovative manner and peers are expected to listen to each other and support any new possibilities. Technology is often incorporated as its use signifies a common strength in all boys. As their mentor and facilitator beginning from a strength base is vital instilling positive self-esteem and efficacy in student learning.

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room was filled to capacity as Angela and I were able to share in significant details the positive outcomes of our program. State and Local connections – as a member of the QAGTC Gold Coast committee member TSS is able to remain at the forefront of what is delivered in the state to cater for our students. This year we hosted the QAGTC annual general meeting and parent support group with associated workshops for our local children. Continued involvement with this branch allows for much needed networking for both professionals and families. TEACHERS AS RESEARCHERS

Three dedicated teachers have spent the last 18 months researching best practice in the teaching of writing to boys, with a special focus on the highly able child. With the project approved and then funded by Independent Schools Queensland, Mr Trevethan, Mrs Corbett and I began with a literature review analysing what researchers prescribe to foster excellence in writing skills. The initial research affirmed the necessity to implement an explicit writing framework, such as the one used at TSS Prep. Even, with an excellent teaching framework in place, we questioned why boys in Years 4-6 tended to have a decline in motivation to write as well as a decline in creativity, skill and self-belief as writers. Research brought our attention to the construct of achievement goal theory (Dweck 1999, 2002). Dweck and colleagues distinguish between performance goals (ego-involved goals) and learning goals (task-involved goals). A performance goal orientation is characterised by selfquestions such as “Will I look smart?” and/or “Can I out-perform others?” As students experience the demands of NAPLAN and having to ‘achieve’, motivation to do so changes. Students with a performance goal oriented mindset often reflect a concern for personal ability, a concern for social comparison with others, a preoccupation with the perception of others, a desire for public recognition for performance, a need to avoid looking incompetent, (Covington, 2000, p. 174).


Prep Gifted and Talented In contrast, a student with a learning goal orientation would more likely ask the questions “How can I do this task?” and “What will I learn?” The learning goal orientation reflects a focus on task completion and understanding, learning, mastery, solving problems, developing new skills, and an appreciation for what one learns.

DNA criminology to the arts and science, from mathematical inquiry to literary exploration, from claymation to adventure stories. Students from across all QLD GPS schools attended this engaging day. Research proves that when like-minded individuals congregate together in their learning, the potential of those individuals to perform in their chosen field is increased. Students left TSS with grins from ear to ear and as one student put it “my brain exploded with all that I learnt today”! A NATIONAL SCIENCE COMPETITION

Year 6 boys were able to enter the University of Sydney National Sleek Geek Science competition. An annual event that is extremely competitive our boys entries did TSS Prep proud. With such enthusiasm demonstrated across all years, 2016 will see all students exposed to this event and hopefully some quality Science stories entered. S.T.E.M STANDS FOR SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATHEMATICS.

Four very fortunate high achieving Prep students, Nicholas McKenzie, Braedyn Palmer, Victor Wu and Samuel Wolfenden from Year 6 were invited to attend a four day S.T.E.M. horizons for high achievers program, held across a variety of venues. The first two days explored Marine Biology and paleontology. Students studied Marine Biology on a research boat in Moreton Bay catching plankton and anlaysing it for its DNA, go-pro’s were also used to understand more deeply the ecosystems and their interdependence, in the area. In November the boys finished off their scientific journeys studying Bot Technology and human DNA.

Teachers who teach writing focussing predominantly on improved results only, quickly loose the interest and natural creativity of their students. For boys to remain enthusiastically engaged and motivated to write creatively, it is essential practice, between Years 3 and 6, for teachers to implement other strategies parallel to the explicit framework. Strategies include using online writing tools including publishing online, free choice of topics, free writing sessions daily, writing to sound and smells (the senses), explicit vocabulary development and grammar development through quality picture books. Data from the instructional group of participants that experienced these additional strategies alongside the writing framework indicated a 35% overall increase in skills in narrative writing. Significant increases in self-esteem and efficacy around “being a writer” are also evident. HOSTING GPS DAY OF EXCELLENCE

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BECOMING A REGGIO­­–INSPIRED PRESCHOOL

The Reggio Emilia Approach is an educational philosophy started by the parents in Reggio Emilia, Italy after World War II. The parents believed that the destruction of war required a new, better approach to teaching their children. They believed that children form their individuality in the early years of development. The program they developed emphasised respect, responsibility and community involvement. Children were allowed to explore and discover in a supportive and rich environment where the children’s interests helped determine the curriculum. KAREN CAPPER

Preschool Coordinator

It is unique to Reggio Emilia. It is not a method. Outside of the town of Reggio– Emilia, all schools and preschools are Reggio-inspired, using an adaptation of the approach specific to the needs of their community. This is important, as each student, teacher, parent, community and town are different. No two Reggio-inspired communities should look the same, as the needs and interests of the children within each community will be different.

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in the July holidays. The conference included a day of visits to other schools who had developed their own Reggioinspired approach. All educators found this highly beneficial and came back to TSS Preschool with renewed vigor and inspired to model some of what they had seen in their own rooms. The Reggio–Emilia pedagogy views children as capable, inquisitive learners and educators plan experiences, called provocations, to spark creativity, thinking, planning and reflecting in line with the boys’ interests and Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guideline outcomes. Many natural “loose parts” have been added to the classrooms and outside areas to enhance the commercially bought resources. Children are innately curious about the natural world and experiences. Using natural materials is not only aesthetically pleasing, it is also delightfully openended, engages the senses and supports valuable connections with the natural world. To ensure the boys are able to connect with nature authentically, an area of woodland between The Pearson Building and The Cribb Building has been cleared to enable to the boys to explore, create and collaborate. Many readings and professional learning undertaken in the area of nature pedagogy confirms the importance of nature being a powerful teacher, supporting children to learn about themselves, others and the natural world.

Additionally, the Reggio Approach involves the whole community, and TSS Preschool endeavours to work with not only families, but also the wider community to support the boys’ learning. Uncle Boomerang is a regular visitor to Preschool, who talks to the boys about Indigenous culture, much of which takes place in our natural environment around the school.


Preschool THE FUNDAMENTAL PRINCIPLES OF THE REGGIO APPROACH

• Children are capable of constructing their own learning • They are driven by their interests to understand and know more.

every corner is ever-evolving to encourage children to delve deeper and deeper into their interests. • The space encourages collaboration, communication and exploration, respects children as capable by providing them with authentic materials and tools. • The adult is a mentor and guide who observes children, listens to their questions and their stories, finds what interests them and then provides them with opportunities to explore these interests further. • The Reggio Emilia Approach takes a child-led project approach. The projects aren’t planned in advance, they emerge based on the child’s interests. • Children’s thoughts and learning processes are documented through many different “visible” ways in a respectful manner.

• Children form an understanding of themselves and their place in the world through their interactions with others. • There is a strong focus on social collaboration, working in groups, where each child is an equal participant, having their thoughts and questions valued. The adult is not the giver of knowledge. Children search out the knowledge through their own investigations. • Children are communicators and communication is a process, a way of discovering things, asking questions, using language as play. • Children are encouraged to use language to investigate and explore, to reflect on their experiences. They are listened to with respect, believing that their questions and observations are an opportunity to learn and search together. It is a continual, collaborative process. Rather than the child asking a question and the adult offering the answers, the search is undertaken together. The Hundred Languages of Children is probably the most well-known aspect of the Reggio Emilia Approach. The belief that children use many different ways to show their understanding and express their thoughts and creativity. A hundred different ways of thinking, of discovering, of learning, drawing and sculpting, dance and movement, painting and pretend play, modelling and music, each one of these Hundred Languages must be valued and nurtured. These languages, or ways of learning, are all a part of the child. Learning and play are not separated. The Reggio Emilia Approach emphasises hands-on discovery learning that allows the child to use all their senses and all their languages to learn.

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PRESCHOOL E SEATED ROW:

C. JACKSON, C. HONG, L. STENSEN-HARGRAVES, B. ISAKSSON, O. ARTELL, F. ROCHE, W. PATULLO, N. RAMEAU

SECOND ROW: K. BAILEY, B. BEETON, O. DURMAN, J. WHITTON, O. DUYCK, M. JACOBS, D. LEES THIRD ROW:

L. PASK, J. RHO, E. SLY, D. GALLIE, J. PRITCHARD, P. SINGH

ABSENT:

D. MALANDRIS

TEACHERS:

MRS R. ELLSMORE, MRS L. WILSON (TEACHING ASSISTANT)

SEATED ROW: SECOND ROW: THIRD ROW: ABSENT: TEACHERS:

M. COLE, H. HOGAN, T. ROSSITER, F. HOLTSBAUM, D. JONES, A. YEH, H. LEINSTER, Z. SADIQUE W. CRAWFORD, C. PRENDERGAST-BURTENSHAW, S. SANCHEZ, C. FRAME, F. BROSNAN, C. GORDON, J. RIGBY T. YOO, M. HUGHES, O. SMITH, I. GRIFFIN, S. QUINN, J. BANNISTER, J. KILNER D. REPAJA MISS S. PARKHOUSE (TEACHING ASSISTANT), MRS S. GADD

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PRESCHOOL S SEATED ROW:

W. JENKINS, R. MCKIM, A. MUCCI, G. WAGNER, C. FITCH, E. REIDY, C. MCKIM, B. LYNTON

SECOND ROW: K. SALAM, B. LESSER, W. THOMASSON, S. SINGH, P. JACKSON, D. COWLING, C. MASSEY THIRD ROW:

T. NEWTON, J. MCCARTHY, O. CROY, J. SHENKO, B. PYKE, A. TINWALA

ABSENT:

W. LU

TEACHERS:

MISS K. BAYLISS (TEACHING ASSISTANT), MRS C. SCOTT

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KAY BOXALL

Reception Coordinator

2015 has been a very exciting year for Reception as we moved into an amazing new building full of wonderful facilities. Throughout Term One the excitement was building as the Cribb extension neared completion. During the Easter holidays the staff worked very hard to ensure that the new classrooms were ready for the boys to start Term Two. From day one the boys discovered many of the new spaces both inside and out and adapted very quickly to their new space, as young children do. The new facilities have enabled us to design many collaborative sessions with our neighbouring Reception classes. There are so many opportunities to be creative in our approach to teaching young children. Our new environment has meant we have thought about different approaches to many of the subject areas in the Australian Curriculum. The boys have realised that learning can take place in areas outside the classroom as well as inside.

Life in Reception is quite different to Preschool, but the boys took it in their stride and faced various challenges with a smile. Having such a large area to play in was initially a bit daunting for some, but with time they loved interacting with the Year 1 boys and making their own choices of games to play. They have enjoyed a variety of activities at different times of the year, including playing soccer and rugby, looking for bugs, climbing the spider gym, using the gross

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motor equipment and building forts from sticks found in the rainforest.

At the beginning of the year some boys were not quite able to write their name. Now the boys are writing sentences and stories. Each boy is on an individual journey and this is reflected in the adjustments that the skilful teachers make to the program to enable all boys to access the curriculum. The students are now very independent in their use of the THRASS chart and they are able to analyse their spelling words using the MASUTA Model.

In Maths the boys are now able to calculate addition and subtraction facts independently. They are counting in a variety of ways and love doing number work with the One Hundred Board. We now have enough computers in our classroom for the boys to use during our Maths and Literacy group times. Each week the students have also enjoyed going to the Computer Lab to hone their IT skills.


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We work around a different theme each term. During Term One term we explored a variety of Nursery Rhymes to help us in Literacy. We did this in our English time, but also carried it over into Art. With the help of their parents the boys then learnt a rhyme at home. We celebrated our learning at the end of Term One on Nursery Rhyme Day. The boys dressed up as their Nursery Rhyme character and recited their rhyme to their family members. After the presentation we had a delicious morning tea with our families. This was a wonderful morning and quite an achievement for a five-year-old. Mrs Terri-Lee Hurd and Mrs Wallace helped the boys to further develop their metalinguistic skills during our weekly sessions throughout Semester One.

In Term Two our Science focus was Living Things. We learnt a lot about animals and plants and all the things they need to stay alive. At the end of the term Barnyard Babies came to visit us. So the boys put on their farm clothes and learnt some important information about caring for and handling animals. They were able to pat and brush the animals too. This caused quite a lot of excitement for the animals and the boys.

We studied Geography too and found out how to use Google Earth so we could find out about our neighbourhood and school. We learnt

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about maps and even made our own map of our playground. We love using the Internet in many of our subjects.

Transport is always a very exciting topic for boys and we had fun exploring many different types. Thinking about different modes of transport was useful for us as our Science topic was “How things move”. We read books on the subject of transport and constructed our own forms of transport.

Another exciting thing happened in Term Three. We met Mr Locket and found out he would be teaching us Lego Robotics. This meant that each week we learnt a new building skill. We can now construct towers, cranes and pyramids using Lego blocks. The boys are looking forward to continuing this in Year 1. These lessons really engage the students and challenge many of them to build in a new way.

Celebrations are always very special and the boys had fun creating and making their own gifts in class for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, but we were also able to buy them a great gift from the stalls organised by the Friends of Prep. There were so many amazing gifts so some hard decision-making was in order to make the best choice. Mums were lucky that they could attend an entertaining morning tea, and we spoilt the dads with breakfast at school with their sons. In the classrooms we showed dads, grandfathers and uncles the games and activities that we participate in during our school day. We then went for a delicious breakfast which Friends of Prep organised for us. We learnt about family trees in History and we looked at different types of families and the different ways in which they celebrate their special days.

PE has been fantastic this year, with such great variation in the program. This has given the boys a wonderful opportunity to practise and improve


Reception their gross motor skills. They participated in swimming, gymnastics and really impressed their parents with running, jumping and throwing at Sports Day. The boys really enjoyed the program that was put together by Mrs Goudy and Mr Melia.

A highlight of the year was the picnic with St Hilda’s. It was our turn to host the event this year. The boys set about writing their invitations and planning the day. You could feel the excitement in the air when the morning of the picnic finally arrived. The girls and their teachers were very impressed with our new classrooms and outdoor spaces. All the children quickly started to interact with each other and the playground came alive. It was wonderful to see all the new spaces transformed into a hive of industrious activity. What a fun morning we had with our sister school.

Crazy Hat Day was also in the calendar. This has become a fun event and a great way to remember Father Phil. There were some very creative ideas and the boys loved being involved in this dressup day.

As we close on another successful year in Reception it is good to reflect on how far so many boys have travelled in their first year of school. They have not only involved themselves in all activities within the classroom, but have also made the most of the opportunities to play a variety of sports in the afternoons. It has been awesome to have the parent support too, which allows us to do so many more activities on a daily basis, and for the parents, they have a new appreciation of how hard their young children work at school. Busy boys are happy boys and this is certainly the case as you see their smiles as they shake the teachers’ hands at the end of the day and then greet their mums, dads and carers. We wish them all well for Year 1 and we look forward to seeing them out in the playground at break time.

As a teacher I am always amazed by the young boys we teach in Reception. It is an absolute honour to be part of this program and work with such a dedicated team of teachers.

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RECEPTION B SEATED ROW:

L. GILBERTSON, H. ROBINSON, S. SKUBRIS, C. SIBLEY, A. NORTON, M. MURPHY, M. ILLES, H. FOGARTY, O. REARDON

SECOND ROW: X. HAMADI, E. SNELL, T. YOO, F. SALMON, N. HALL, S. RAY, I. RAMSDEN, H. CREAM TEACHERS:

MS K. BOYD (TEACHING ASSISTANT), MS K. BOXALL

RECEPTION G SEATED ROW: J. STREET, J. SCOTT, A. DOAN, C. SNELLING, O. DALGAIRNS, J. GLASS, O. MAZEY, R. FRENKLAH, A. ROSS SECOND ROW: E. STEADMAN, R. MARKEY, C. PACE, A. ARORA, Q. ALLEN, A. GILMOUR, T. PICKETT, J. HILL TEACHERS: MS E. HUTCHISON (TEACHING ASSISTANT), MISS C. GITTINS

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RECEPTION L SEATED ROW:

J. POWER, J. TWEMLOW, A. SIA, S. CHAPMAN, C. DIAZ, A. BATES, J. DONOVAN

SECOND ROW: D. JACKES, E. DAN, J. FULLER, J. FU, B. WEBSTER, R. KOMATSU THIRD ROW:

R. COWAN, H. LEEDING, J. SCOTT, O. GOOCH, L. SUPPLE

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MRS H. DUNBIER (TEACHING ASSISTANT), MS K. LESKO

SEATED ROW: SECOND ROW: ABSENT: TEACHERS:

W. HAWES, B. DOUGLAS, C. LAMILLA-BONIFACE, S. O’REILLY, Z. HAMID, Z. MARLAND, C. BROWN L. LUTHERUS, J. UCCELLINI, N. PARKER, K. WATERS, G. KAKAVAS, W. WALFORD, H. KITCHIN S. LYKISSAS MS H. NIXON (TEACHING ASSISTANT), MRS J. WILSON

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In reflection upon the very busy and short year that was 2015, we would like to congratulate all the Year 1 boys on their achievements and hard work. It is hard to believe it has been a year since we saw their little faces walk through our doors on the first day looking so worried, yet excited, quiet, but full of questions and anxious about getting started. TERM TWO

MEGAN THOMAS

Year Level Coordinator TERM ONE

The boys hit the ground running as they took on the extra responsibilities and formalities of Year 1, with no-one to help them remember to do their jobs, unpack their bag and change their readers. They were straight into learning about Science and exploring ‘change’ through cooking pasta and melting ice-blocks. The boys were surprised to see how different products changed during the heating or cooking process. Homework, spelling and high-frequency words were also introduced. THRASS played an important role and the boys thrived on learning all the tricky terms such as Phoneme, Grapheme, Digraph, trigraph, syllable, GCA (Grapheme Catch All). The boys loved the handson approach and challenge of THRASS and loved teaching their parents a thing or two, who were quite confused about the words and statements the boys were bringing home. The boys were also very excited to travel across to the ‘Big School’ for swimming.

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During Term Two the boys continued investigating and researching the past and present lives of their families, looking at how family roles, traditions and objects such as phones, toys and cars had changed. The boys posed many questions about the past and discussed them with grandparents and parents. Another highlight for the boys was learning all about Geography. Many discussions about natural, managed and constructed features were had and how to best look after these places. Boys graphed, discussed and explored how and why people use different places for different reasons.


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TERM THREE

TERM FOUR

All four classes were taken over by Minibeasts. The boys spent hours inside the classroom learning, but lots of time outside in the gardens on hunting expeditions too. The boys had to complete individual projects on a chosen Minibeast of their choice and turn their research into a PowerPoint presentation. The boys were so proud to present their work to their class and friends. Term Three was finished off with our annual Sports Day. Running, jumping, throwing and hurdling. A morning enjoyed by all, especially the spectators.

Before we knew it, it was Term Four. Swimming played a big role in the boys’ excitement of this term, being able to show off and fine tune the great moves they had learnt in the pool during Term One. This term I’m sure all would agree has been the quickest term of all. Before we knew it Christmas activities and carols were upon us. Looking back at the beginning of our year and comparing learning letter formation and numbers, to now practising spelling, writing and problem-solving, you realise where the year has gone and the distance travelled by our young learners.

On behalf of Miss Chapman, Mrs Chatfield, Mrs Corbett and I, we would like to congratulate the boys on such an enjoyable and fantastic year and the progress the boys have made. Well done, boys! We wish you all the best in Year 2 and becoming the leaders of the lower primary school.

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YEAR 1A SEATED ROW: SECOND ROW: ABSENT: TEACHERS:

L. HENNOCK, S. RONALDSON, H. BABBAGE, S. BARNES, K. OMOMO, H. PYKE, N. HON, M. THOMPSON, H. HOGAN R. ZHANG, L. HUGHES, A. GHOUSSAIN, C. MARLAND, D. SINGH, H. POWELL, L. EVANS, C. WHITEBROOK L. ONG MRS T. STIBBE (TEACHING ASSISTANT), MRS A. CHATFIELD

SEATED ROW: SECOND ROW: THIRD ROW: TEACHER:

J. MANTON, I. LEWINSMITH, C. MAHER, K. BEATTIE, J. LYNTON, J. CUMMINGS, H. SMITH J. BLAIR, B. DOBSON-MILLER, N. JEFFRIES, C. SNELLING, H. KEMM, H. WALSH S. HIRABE, M. MCKENZIE, L. CRAIN, J. STAPLETON, J. COUSINS, M. ALVAREZ-CALDERON MRS L. CORBETT

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YEAR 1S SEATED ROW:

P. SA, S. CONNELLY, M. KEMP, L. WILSON, H. BROWN, R. WAN, L. BACKWELL

SECOND ROW: T. FABER, C. BROWNING, O. VAN RIET, C. PHILLIPS, J. BIGG, Z. JONES THIRD ROW:

K. WHALA, C. ELL, B. BARNES, R. MCFARLANE, L. NEOPHYTOU

ABSENT:

J. LEICESTER

TEACHER:

MISS S. CHAPMAN

SEATED ROW: SECOND ROW: THIRD ROW: ABSENT: TEACHER:

D. GILL, C. COLE, E. SINGH, H. RAMACHANDRA, M. NASH, K. DRYSDALE, W. CHEN P. PARAKA, V. STRAMARCOS, A. LEES, T. HUDSON, L. BOUGHENOUT, I. LAI T. ROGERS, O. BOS, C. CLINTON, M. DOWLING, M. MERRIMAN J. CORBETT MRS M. THOMAS

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We have had a busy and productive time in The Rogers’ Cottages this year. The boys have enjoyed the many diverse activities and opportunities presented to them. They have interacted well as a cohort this year.

MRS SUE JONES

Curriculum Coordinator MRS RUTH STEVENS MRS SHARON JOSS

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There were many highlights during Term One. This year was unique for our History unit because of the 100year anniversary of the ANZACS. An excursion to the Light Horse Museum in Mudgeeraba was meaningful and engaging for the boys and gave them an awareness of wartime experiences. We also visited local landmarks and memorials on the Gold Coast. The boys were very enthusiastic about building and constructing in Lego Technology. Weekly lessons, building simple machines and discovering the mechanical principles, held the promise of actually building a machine that worked. Science experiments involved many hands-on activities involving mixtures. Swimming days were very enjoyable during the hot months.

There were many special celebrations during Term Two. Our ANZAC Day service had greater relevance for the boys this year. They proudly performed at the Mother’s Day Morning Tea at the Marriott Hotel, created a beautiful Kandinsky-inspired trilogy and made individual flowers and cards for their mums. In memory of Father Phil, ‘Crazy Hat Day’ was a great success. Author and illustrator Kim Toft inspired the boys with her unique and detailed silk paintings and stories. The boys’ musical abilities have been extended through the introduction of the Strings Program this year and they were excited to play for an audience during our ‘Open Day’. Term Three was exceptionally busy. Each week they learnt a greeting from a new country and for homework researched interesting facts about the culture and landmarks. The boys listened to presentations by adults from various countries. A history walk to the Senior School, led by Mr John Wallace,


Year 2 gave the boys an understanding of what school life was like as a pupil in the past at TSS. Year 2s great success of first place at the Eisteddfod, was an outstanding achievement. We celebrated 100 school days with festivities. The Athletics Carnival enabled boys the opportunity to display some of the skills that they have been focusing on during PE and Sport Skills sessions. We had visits from two authors. Trevor Fourmile shared his experience and knowledge of Aboriginal culture through song, dance and stories, and Andrew King gave a wonderful presentation on how a book could be created from a simple idea. The boys have enjoyed observing the growth and changes of our silkworms as part of our Science unit on “Watch it grow”. We were revved up and excited by the Gold Coast 600 car race and they enthusiastically completed creative design projects relating to this topic. The boys were most fortunate in the wonderful support from the Year 2 Teacher Aide, Mrs Judy Crook, and the various Learning Support teachers, whose care and encouragement have been invaluable. We would also like to thank the Specialist Teachers who have assisted in the enrichment of their learning. The Year 2 boys have thrived and matured and appear to be well prepared for the challenges ahead in Year 3.

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YEAR 2H SEATED ROW:

J. GREAVES, H. FURNELL, T. SKUBRIS, J. GALLIE, J. ANDONAKIS, Z. CONNORS, J. FRENKLAH

SECOND ROW: K. GRASSICK, V. PAPPAS, C. IVORY, O. DUNN, M. GALLIE, O. YARED THIRD ROW:

N. NOBLE, W. POOLE, W. PICKETT, M. DUNNE-JOHNSON, K. MORRIS, R. LYNCH

TEACHERS:

MRS J. CROOK (TEACHING ASSISTANT), MRS S. JOSS

SEATED ROW:

L. NASH, T. KELLY, O. EDDY, A. SAKKAS, T. TAYLOR, A. WALKER, A. HAMADI, L. LLEWELLYN

YEAR 2J SECOND ROW: H. SHEEHAN, W. MCDOUGALL, A. LEE, R. SLY, J. KHALIL, J. JACKSON, W. NYE

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R. COKER, L. KEARNEY, H. HOWARD, C. CHABERT, A. ZACK-HOLT, H. BERNDT, N. DUNN

TEACHERS:

MRS J. CROOK (TEACHING ASSISTANT), MRS S. JONES

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YEAR 2S SEATED ROW:

J. AHEARN, J. PURZA-PAGE, J. BEETON, H. MOFFREY, E. MASSEY, E. JOHANSSON, C. BENDER

SECOND ROW: B. RYAN, C. NYKIFORUK, N. HILL, J. RIGAS, N. BEYERS, H. LYGO, R. TEE THIRD ROW:

J. WEBSTER, A. JAMES, C. TOWNHILL, L. KENNEDY, J. BURDEN, C. ARKOUZIS

TEACHERS:

MRS J. CROOK (TEACHING ASSISTANT), MRS R. STEVENS

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A new year and a new team. Year 3 expert Brett Massey was joined by Craig Newton and Dirk Benson to guide the boys through this pivotal year. Year 3 bridges the years of early childhood schooling and the upper years of the junior school.

DIRK BENSON

Year Level Coordinator BRETT MASSEY CRAIG NEWTON

Year 3 Teachers

The boys adapted beautifully, and as their first NAPLAN experience was only a few short months away, we approached these tests as a Celebration of Learning. With a focus on the knowledge and skills needed to succeed, the boys, superbly supported by specialists in their field, approached the tests with enthusiasm. Confident in their ability and well-prepared the results were simply outstanding. This Year 3 cohort achieved at the highest level, topped all Gold Coast schools in Spelling and in Numeracy and with sister school St Hilda’s were perched at the top of all Gold Coast schools in Year 3 NAPLAN. The boys are to be congratulated for their hard work. Thank you also to the parent reps for the wonderful celebration BBQ.

As the year progressed learning programs continued in earnest, and the boys continued to succeed. Mathematics results across all groups continued to soar. Year 3 ICAS results were extraordinary, with multiple Credit and Distinction certificates. Master of Prep Spelling results saw a

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high number of boys receive awards on stage.

The Year 3 Choir performed exceptionally at Eisteddfod and our rugby teams excelled on the field. The culmination of the year, the Year 3 Sleepover, is a deserved activity that recognises the work of the boys and their growing maturity.

Year 3 Geography was certainly an interesting and relevant experience as the boys grappled with the concept of sustainable development. They studied the proposed billion dollar cruise ship terminal, hotels, shopping precincts and casino, all planned for the Southport Spit. At certain points along the way the boys stated their position (for or against the development), and it was encouraging that many changed their stance based on their learning. Highlights included a day at the Spit where the boys surveyed the public, photographed the area and participated in a movement study through art. The boys learnt about the workings of the local council and State Government and their interactions with developers. A visit from a representative of Save the Spit convinced many boys to preserve and improve the natural environment. Each boy presented their persuasive PowerPoint, wrote a letter to the State Premier and wrote


Year 3 an information report on the Spit. This was a true unit of learning that the boys could relate to.

Our budding scientists in Year 3 investigated a range of topics throughout the year relating to our living world and beyond. We began the year by understanding what makes things living and non-living, and used charts and diagrams to help us classify them into different groups. Our learning was enriched by an excursion to Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, where we got up close and personal with a wide variety of Australian animal species. Other standout Science topics this year included our experimentation with solids and liquids, where the boys collaborated with each other to plan and conduct an investigation to test the fastest way to melt an ice cube. We also observed changes that occur to various solid foods when they are heated up and then allowed to cool. The Year 3 boys also showed immense enthusiasm when learning about how the Earth, Sun and Moon work together to create day and night. They applied their ICT skills to develop an animated PowerPoint presentation explaining how this works.

The boys in Year 3 truly enjoyed the opportunities to extend their learning by taking part in extra learning experiences such as the Surfworld Excursion, Aboriginal History Day and Multicultural Day. These valuable learning opportunities brought the History program to ‘life’ and gave the boys a depth of appreciation for their wider community.

The boys had a wonderful year and are certainly well prepared for Year 4. Teaching them has been a pleasure and a privilege, and we wish them well.

The Year 3 History curriculum provided a study of identity and diversity in both a local and broader context. Moving from the heritage of our local area, students explored the historical features and diversity of their community as represented in symbols and emblems of significance, and celebrations and commemorations, both locally and in other places around the world. THE SOUTHPORT SCHOOL SOUTHPORTONIAN 2015

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YEAR 3B SEATED ROW:

J. PELS, M. THILWIND, T. BROWN, J. ROBINSON, J. DUNNE, H. ILLES, J. SULLIVAN

SECOND ROW: L. KEATES, A. GLADYSHEV, C. BROWN, F. WILTSHIRE, F. GOSS, T. GARRETT THIRD ROW:

R. ACKROYD, C. BOS, S. STREET, C. WOOD, C. CUMMINGS

ABSENT:

D. ELVIN, J. MCPHEE

TEACHERS:

MRS R. ELLIS (TEACHING ASSISTANT), MR D. BENSON

SEATED ROW:

C. ROSS, J. GILBERTSON, M. FLETCHER, A. RICE, J. AMOS, X. GANE, C. PHILLIPS, A. DELANEY

YEAR 3M SECOND ROW: A. NICKALLS, M. WALFORD, G. POOLE, J. RAY, B. PARSONS, A. ESPIN, E. FABER

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F. REICHMAN, L. ROCHE, D. ROGERS, W. BAWDEN, J. GENNARI, T. FARAGALLAH

TEACHER:

MR B. MASSEY

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YEAR 3N SEATED ROW:

J. HAWES, L. REINHOLD, L. LEWINSMITH, N. HAYES, A. GILL, S. STEEL, I. WAN

SECOND ROW: J. OTTOSON, R. CLINTON, A. ARTHUR, A. TRAN, C. FERRIS-NATHAN, A. AL-JUMAILY THIRD ROW:

J. GALLIE, W. SPEERING, L. ELLIOTT, J. FOGARTY, J. PATERSON, C. MILLIGAN

TEACHER:

MR C. NEWTON

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The journey of 22 young minds has been remarkable to witness over the course of this year with so many goals achieved and celebrated, obstacles overcome and friendships developed. These young men will complete 2015 with accomplishments of which they can be very proud.

ANGELA TYLER

Years 3/4 Honours

Semester One was a flurry of activity with many opportunities for the boys to sink their teeth into some hands-on projects and classroom events. Year 4 boys had the opportunity to join their cohort to experience their first school camp at Tyalgum Ridge, and for some it was the first time they were away from their families. It was an opportunity to gain some new skills and bond with their classmates, and even though not all reached the heights of the ropes course, swam under the fast-flowing waterfall or hit the bullseye on the archery target, all boys personally grew and flourished in their own unique way.

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European explorers was of particular interest as we delved into investigating true accounts of what life was really like for these voyagers who were discovering places and mapping countries with such primitive tools and technology. It was hard to imagine life without Google Maps, iPads and computer technology. Not sure if the boys would have survived!

Convict day and our visit from some First Fleet historians was indeed a highlight, where boys were able to let their creativity flow and become their chosen First Fleet convict. Our class produced a book of Historical recounts to share with family and friends. Our Asian Stories English unit with our student teacher, Miss Chelsea Finlayson, exposed the boys to morals and how they can become the sole purpose of writing a fiction story with research elements from an Asian country. Boys were given an opportunity to illustrate their writing, convert it into an e-book and share these on the iPad with our Year 2 friends – a real highlight for many to be able to visit their old teachers, siblings and friends from the younger grades.

In Science, our class was offered the opportunity to participate in an Australia-wide trial for a new unit of inquiry called “Among the Gum Trees” with Primary Connections, where students investigated the life


Years 3/4 Honours Class cycles and by-products of Eucalyptus Trees. Seasonal challenges, our community’s bird population and responsible watering presented us with some interesting conversations and opportunities to hypothesise on outcomes and results. The boys were excited by the prospect of having some of the diagrams, thoughts and book work published for other children their age (and teachers!) to learn from.

For boys in the Honour stream, Science presents as an area where they are constantly able to deepen their discussion avenues and challenge their knowledge beyond their young years. Through our link with the congruent

Gifted and Talented classes, some boys opted to participate in various Independent Learning Projects as well as enter a variety of State and National Science competitions in their particular areas of interest. For like-minded boys, Honours gives the platform for students to blossom and extend core curriculum requirements with some incredible results.

in the past. Boys at TSS have always been fortunate enough to learn life skills through “Bounce Back” and “Habits of Mind”, but in addition to this, Mr Baker guided the boys through real-life scenarios of how to look differently at the unique challenges that face them or might face them as they embark on life’s journey with the support of family, friends and teachers. The feedback from the boys was extremely positive, inspiring and encouraging in times when we may not always believe in the choices of young people. 2015 seems to have flown by in the blink of an eye and for some the roller coaster had its usual ups and downs, challenges, letdowns and celebrations. What I am confident of is that each boy has shone in his own individual way throughout the year. I am proud of their distinct and different achievements. In the words of Dr Seuss, “You have BRAINS in the HEAD, you have FEET in your SHOES. You can STEER yourself any DIRECTION you CHOOSE!”

In a first for TSS, Year 3/4T boys were fortunate enough to participate in a resilience-based program throughout Terms Two and Three with Mr Baker. The world around us is changing, with children facing challenges in this digital age that we have never had to deal with

3/4T HONOURS SEATED ROW:

D. CARL, A. BELLCHAMBERS, C. STONE, R. BRADEN, A. AYRE, D. MATHESON, P. MCNAB, H. TOMBS

SECOND ROW: T. STUCKEY, S. BRADNAM, D. ALOYSIUS, T. MCCLINTOCK, D. YOUNG, Z. KELLY, M. CARR THIRD ROW:

F. ALLMAN, E. CHABERT, B. KOWALCZUK, A. THOMSON, C. O’CONNOR, J. ELL

ABSENT:

J. GAN

TEACHER:

MRS A. TYLER

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As our young TSS students start Year 4, their journey through the Prep School steps up and they face the exciting challenges of the upper primary school. From the very beginning of Term One to the end of Term Four, the boys have many wonderful experiences both inside and outside of the classroom.

AMANDA PEMBERTON

Year 4 Coordinator

YEAR FOUR CAMP

Our boys began the year with their first outdoor recreation camp at Tyalgum Ridge Retreat in Northern New South Wales. We embarked on this adventure in the third week of the school year, which allowed the teachers and students to really get to know one another in a fun and relaxed environment. The boys enjoyed their two-night sleepover sharing rooms with bunk beds and their own ensuite bathrooms! Not quite the “camp” they expected.

some free time as the camp staff clocked off. The boys could swim in the pool, play a game of touch football or soccer, or use the games room and improve their table tennis or snooker skills. By the time dinner came around the boys were winding down and ready to chill out in front of a movie or try their hand at trivia. Our final day at camp is always a race against the weather for some reason, and this year was no different. The boys hiked with wet-weather gear to try their hand at making damper in the slightly soggy campfires that they had learnt to build, and walked down to the creek to look for crystals among the rocks. By the time we all arrived back at the lunch area the boys were exhausted, muddy, hungry and ready for home.

After three days away we returned back to school totally exhausted and in one piece, although slightly soggy and smelly and all looking forward to a decent night’s sleep! HISTORY

The boys were split into groups and rotated through a number of activities each day. After a hearty breakfast, the boys headed out to try their hand at archery, group “trust” games and hiking or canoeing. We would all head back in time for morning tea, a change of clothes or shoes and then head off again for further activities, including the low ropes, rockhopping and feeding the farm animals. The boys worked up healthy appetites and luckily the staff provided filling and healthy meals throughout the day. The day always ended up with

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In Year 4, as part of the Australian Curriculum, the boys learn about Indigenous Culture and the years before, during and after the arrival of the Europeans. Our boys wrote stories and journals, travelled back in time, sailed the seven seas with different explorers, travelled across the world to establish a colony as a First Fleeter and grew to understand a little more about our past and how we could improve our future. We had visits from a variety of actors and performers who brought our history to life and spent an enjoyable day dressed up as our “First Fleeters” participating in fun activities, including damper-making, a scavenger hunt, tent races and ball games.


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ENGLISH

This year has seen Year 4 continue to develop their understanding of THRASS and apply their knowledge in lots of different ways through spelling, handwriting, reading and writing activities. We have created poems, written and presented speeches, persuaded each other on the perils of video games, written stories with morals and stories about real-life people who lived a long time ago. Our consolidation of reading and comprehension skills continued with the boys working on their Guided Literacy program, and many Year 4 boys were awarded with Master’s Order of Credit awards for outstanding Literacy work in their Bookweb program. Once again the boys of TSS Prep showed their outstanding public-speaking ability with another wonderful display of speeches that were difficult to choose between. In addition, many boys in Year 4 participated in the Master of Prep Reading Challenge again this year, and were rewarded with certificates and medals for all of their hard work.

Smooth Moves (Physics) in Term Three and finally, Plants in Action (Biology) in Term Four. Throughout our science units boys learnt about the changes in our environment and the way things move around us. They created some amazing projects, including park ride designs and models, and grew our own bean plants aka Mr Bean in our classrooms. The boys really enjoy the hands-on learning that science provides.

MATHEMATICS

We have continued working in Maths groups this year with all boys able to work at their own pace to support and extend their learning. This enables our students to truly experience differentiation and a little bit of what it is like to move to a different classroom and teacher for subjects. This concept continues on throughout their Prep school years, ensuring that all boys are catered for at their own level. The Australian Curriculum is divided up into the strands of Numbers and Algebra; Measurement and Geometry; Statistics and Probability. Students in Year 4 focused on improving their number fact knowledge and skills, improving place value and developing understanding of fractions and decimal fractions. Students were also introduced to different forms of measurement in length, mass, volume and area. We also discovered tessellations, investigated number patterns and were introduced to different ways to interpret and represent data through graphs.

SCIENCE

The Science curriculum in Year 4 is focused around four key units of work. Beneath our Feet (Earth Sciences) in Term One; A Material Word (Natural and Processed materials) in Term Two;

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the boys understand the concept of sustainability. We then looked at the changes to our local environment in the Prep School with the building of our wonderful new hall and how this will impact upon our existing rainforest area and its surroundings. The boys looked at ways to incorporate a new rainforest and garden area into the plans for the school. We looked at sustainable uses and how we can re-create something that the boys can continue to play and “work” within. The boys have really developed a good understanding of what it means to be sustainable and how important it is to save our environment.

GEOGRAPHY

This year has seen a few changes to our Geography program with the introduction of a new unit, The Lorax. We used the story by Dr Seuss to help

In conclusion, Year 4 2015 has been an incredibly busy, exciting and successful year. As the year closes I would like to thank all of the wonderful staff who work with our boys every day throughout the Prep School, especially my fellow teachers of Year 4, Ms Angela Tyler (3/4T), Mr Steve Hamilton (4H) and Mr Scott McLennan (4M). I know that all the staff have enjoyed working with the Year Four boys this year and are pleased to see them grow and mature into fine young gentlemen.


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YEAR 4H SEATED ROW:

J. FOSTER, W. COX, S. HAMADI, N. EVANS, J. BENDER, O. O’NEILL, D. MCINNES, S. LEDINGHAM, T. WEBSTER

SECOND ROW: D. BURNZ, J. NICHOLSON, B. TZANNES, B. HAYES, N. PIERRON, X. STEINFORT, H. GOFFMAN, B. CONDON THIRD ROW:

B. JURISICH, S. FANCUTT, T. GOFFSASSEN, S. COLLIVAS, B. FAULKNER, T. QUINN, F. KUKAS, C. HUTCHISON

TEACHER:

MR S. HAMILTON

SEATED ROW:

S. RICHARDS, R. EAST, D. CHEN, D. STATHAM, J. MCDOWELL, T. MULLINS, N. MAHONY, A. BROWN

YEAR 4M SECOND ROW: L. DELL, J. ATKINSON, J. WATERS, M. FISHER, C. CARLOS, A. ROBINSON, S. STURGESS

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B. PARKER, R. MAHON, A. VAN RIET, L. MURPHY, T. ROSSITER, C. LYGO

TEACHER:

MR S. MCLENNAN

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YEAR 4P SEATED ROW:

P. BOUSGAS, J. RYAN, J. WESTMACOTT, X. GRASSO, J. JACKSON, B. STROEBEL, C. MURAKAMI, J. MCCARTHY

SECOND ROW: M. SHARP, B. SHUTTLEWOOD, J. TEE, N. VAN DER LAAN, A. WHITTAKER, B. NICKALLS, O. JACKSON, B. WELLARD THIRD ROW:

Z. BATTOCCHIO, A. HILL, A. MCMATH, B. BRINSMEAD, O. HAMID, M. SCHWEDE, M. BIALOCERKOWSKI

TEACHER:

MRS A. PEMBERTON

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I have heard people say ‘If you want something done then give it to a busy person’. Well this has certainly applied to our Year 5 boys this year. They have navigated their way through an extremely busy year and only became better at managing it with each new challenge put before them. Mrs Aquilina, Mr Batty, Mr Trevethan and I are proud to be sending them on to be leaders of the school next year.

We were very fortunate to experience many excursions this year, and this type of learning outside the classroom is so valuable as it connects the real world with teaching. Our history excursions took us to the Brisbane Commissariat Store Museum. The boys made many connections even at this young age during this visit. Perhaps an even more valuable lesson was the one in social skills that was inadvertently given as we attempted to walk 78 boys through Queen Street Mall. At this age they are not overly aware of anyone else’s need or right to use the walkway, but they did much better on the return journey and we even got a few comments from passers-by who said how courteous they were.

SANDY GIPPEL

Year 5 Coordinator NUMINBAH VALLEY CAMP

The chance to attend camp in the Numinbah Valley so early in the year set the foundations for great relationships between the Year 5 teachers and students. Experiencing the boys outside the confines of a classroom gave great insight to their personalities that may not have surfaced in the normal dayto-day teaching environment. As the boys pushed themselves it allowed relationships and strong bonds to develop, benefiting all of us when we returned to school. I can’t say that all of the teachers bonded with the large mountain that needed to be climbed, OK, maybe that was just me, but I was so lucky to be accompanied on my journey up and down by a group of the most encouraging and optimistic young boys. One comment in particular warmed my heart no end, ‘For an older lady, Mrs Gippel, you did pretty well’.

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COMMISSARIAT STORE MUSEUM

The more hands-on side to history involved our excursion to Eureka Goldfields, which is tucked up in the middle of residential acreage at the back of Beenleigh. This much anticipated excursion is always fun and the boys are treated more like they would have been in the 1800s and less like we treat them now, which is with compassion and care. They strangely loved the idea of how rough and rugged it was. Many boys said they would have loved to have lived in that era, but I wonder if they really meant it, as they asked for the airconditioning to be cranked up to high and a movie to be played on the in-car DVD player on the bus during the trip home. Our field trip for geography took us to the Q1 to view the waterways from a fabulous vantage point and really appreciate the characteristics and changes that have occurred in this fast-developing city of ours. The boys delighted in pointing out their own


Year 5 houses and the proximity to waterways, both natural and man-made. It was a great excursion and even more enjoyable when experienced through the enthusiasm of young, interested boys.

Making a list of all of the other things we attended this year, I started to wonder how we managed to fit it all in. Life Education, Family Planning, Chinese New Year, Visiting Authors, Writing Workshops, GPS sporting events, Coding Week and Buddies just to mention a few.

Along with the extremely busy year we have had both in and out of the classroom just covering the curriculum, the boys have managed to keep up with the many other activities that they committed to this year. Training and competing in sports and athletics, practising and performing music, Public Speaking, Debating, Chess, Robotics, Gateways, Choir, attending tours, the list goes on.

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TRIP TO THE Q1

The trip each year to the Queensland Museum and the Gallery of Modern Art at Southbank never disappoints, as we chat to those boys who whether they knew it before or not are drawn to the intriguing, alternate and often bizarre artwork and artefacts on display. As adults we read the description on an exhibit when visiting an art gallery to help us determine what we are looking at, but the boys like to sum it all up just through just one look, and we were amazed (and often amused) by so much of what they interpreted and said about the art. What a wonderful chance this was to expand their minds and instil a sense of wonder. Memories that left them thinking long after the bus pulled away from the bay.

Academically, in the confines of the classroom the boys were exposed to a very multimodal delivery of lessons this year as they were required to include the iPad as one of their compulsory learning tools. This was utilised not only as an extremely easily accessed tool for research, it was also used to set reminders, record events, capture learning moments that could then be reviewed later, and it also gave the boys a good understanding of how to become savvy users of technology. Interestingly, many boys still often opted for traditional methods of research or delivery of their work, and this was great to see as they started to view their device as merely another tool used to help them question rather than answer the inquiry.

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If I had to sum up this busy, busy year in a few words I would borrow these from Nelson Mandela… ‘It always seems impossible until it is done.’

Whether we like it or not, NAPLAN was also a prominent date on the Year 5 calendar, and the boys were steadfast in their approach as they dutifully completed the three days of testing. They did not disappoint us or themselves, as they produced results that had them ranked amongst the best performing of their age group on the Gold Coast. The results were also a great record of their academic journey and showed that they have improved greatly since they last sat the test in Year 3.

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YEAR 5A SEATED ROW:

C. PALMER, J. PEGLER, T. CHEN, C. AMOS, A. VAHIDY, J. DEBELAK, A. HUGHES, A. CHANDLER

SECOND ROW: T. TRAN, P. ANTOINE, R. PYKE-NOTT, L. MAIR, Y. WHALA, G. BURDON, Z. NEWMAN THIRD ROW:

C. HAWKINS, T. DAVID, T. KENNEDY, L. ROWLES, S. FERRIS-NATHAN, B. HOLLEY, N. AIVALIOTIS

TEACHER:

MRS K. AQUILINA

SEATED ROW:

J. WEI, A. O’KEEFE, J. SLATER, C. SULLIVAN, G. SMITH, M. KANNEMANN, Z. HOWARD, J. MCQUILLAN

YEAR 5B SECOND ROW: L. WHELAN, C. CARTISANO, E. RAMEAU, J. LEE, E. KAY, D. NEAL, V. STERGIOU

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Z. DART, H. O’CONNOR, J. BOLTON, M. BEXTON, R. STUCKEY, W. ELL, C. VEIVERS

TEACHER:

MR T. BATTY

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YEAR 5RG SEATED ROW:

J. STUART, J. CATHCART, T. QUINN, O. DUNN, J. HARDY, H. GRAY, R. SAMPSON, W. MARSHALL

SECOND ROW: Z. YOUSUF, J. BULAT, J. SA, H. SPITTLE, R. PAYTEN, E. SPITERI, A. SKAWINSKI THIRD ROW:

J. FABER, O. BEECH, M. BRANCH, J. KELLY, W. WORBOYS, M. DAVIS

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variety of writing strategies that were used to complement our writing program here at Prep. The results were outstanding, with an average 20% increase in writing outcomes for boys who were involved in the experimental writing group.

MR FERGUS TREVETHAN

Years 5/6T Honours Class

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The boys had the privilege of attending the Somerset Literature Festival, AB Paterson Speaking Finals, The Gold Coast library, the GPS Academic Day of Excellence and the Brisbane Writers Festival. We visited Q1 for a Geography excursion and attended the Eureka Gold Rush Experience. All these sessions were attended with enthusiasm and boys returned to school with a renewed desire to immerse themselves in the education process.

The highlight of the year was certainly the Canberra trip for the Year 6 boys, and for the Year 5s, their trip to the PCYC Bornhoffen Outdoor Education


Years 5/6 Honours Class Centre. We had a busy year with our strongest showing yet in the Master of Prep Spelling Test and the University of New South Wales academic competitions. Moreover, the twoyear history program the honours students completed came to a fitting conclusion with the students looking into early colonial life and the lead-up to Federation.

been the growth and development of these boys into strong independent learners, boys who take responsibility for their learning both in the classroom and at home. It’s wonderful to have a classroom full of organised, highly motivated and determined students who are working towards being wellbalanced, contributing members of our society. Well done, boys.

As a teacher, I believe my purpose is to prepare these boys to be well-rounded citizens. A personal highlight for myself has

YEARS 5/6T HONOURS CLASS SEATED ROW:

M. OTTO, O. NOSTDAL, L. FREE, K. GEMERI, Z. CRAIN, F. CORSER, O. DURHAM, J. MORRIS, L. HARDY

SECOND ROW: L. LANE, M. SONG, B. STEWART, S. WALKINSHAW, P. SOPHIOS, L. CHABERT, A. WIESE, B. PALMER THIRD ROW:

V. WU, E. STANICH, N. MCKENZIE, G. COLLINS, D. SELBY, W. JACKSON, H. ALOYSIUS

TEACHER:

MR F. TREVETHAN

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This year it was a pleasure to welcome Mr Brian Rowe to the Year 6 team. He joined Mr Mark Hoppe, Mr Fergus Trevethan and me, and together we had a fantastic year with an amazing cohort of boys. The cohort had a reputation as being a really remarkable group of caring, wonderful young men and they certainly lived up to their reputation.

HARRY STAPLETON – YEAR 6 STUDENT

The Somerset Celebration of Literature was a blast – meeting famous authors and hearing their stories. We met authors with very different personalities, like Richard Newsome, old boy of TSS, and magicians Sue Anne Webster and Geoffrey McSkimming. We were also fortunate to meet ex-Titans player Scott Prince and the Deputy Headmaster of Somerset College, Dave Hartley, who worked together to write successful books. The 30 Year 6 boys selected to go to on this wonderful excursion would agree it was a fantastic opportunity.

JULIE WATTS

Year 6 Coordinator

Year 6 is a busy, exciting, final year of Prep. There are many fantastic events and excursions and in the blink of an eye it seems the year is over. It has been a rewarding, interesting and fun year, and I know that all of the Year 6 team have loved every moment of it. Thank you, boys, for the enthusiasm, dedication and TSS spirit you demonstrated all year.

JOSEPH RYAN – YEAR 6 STUDENT

During the first term, the boys of the Year 6 cohort experienced a new and interesting perspective on leadership. A Brisbane-based company called YLead visited us and increased our knowledge of how to lead in class, in houses and outside of school. Throughout the day we played games that deepened our knowledge of teamwork and cooperation. In my opinion, the day was truly rewarding for the 2015 leaders of the school.

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MATTHEW WORSLEY – YEAR 6 STUDENT

In History in Term Two, our focus was on migrants and their stories. We were really lucky to have a visit from three people with very different migrant stories. Ruth Thomas talked about living in South Africa with apartheid and the problems her family faced when they tried to help people. Eric, a Year Five student, bravely told us about his early childhood in Burundi, in Africa, and living in an orphanage before being adopted by his Australian parents. It was an amazing story. Soheil Abedian, founder of the Sunland Group, who developed buildings such as Versace and the Q1, told us his story and how important it is to grab opportunities, make lifelong friends by getting to know people you may not have immediately noticed, and make sure you do your best to be well educated.


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CALLUM WHITTON – YEAR 6 STUDENT

In Term Three we had two artists come from ‘Kontraband,’ an art and design company that tours schools. They ran workshops and taught us about the art of stencilling. The boy got to create their own stencil and spraypainted it on to different backgrounds. The boys thoroughly enjoyed it, and they used the skills they learnt to design skateboards later in the year.

HERSCHEL ALOYSIUS ­– YEAR 6 STUDENT

Bright and early on the 10th of August 2015 – 94 Year 6 boys and eight staff were at school ready for a wonderful week of fun, learning and experience in Canberra. The first thing we did in Canberra was visit the National Capital Exhibition. We learnt how and why Canberra was designed and why the location was picked. Then we headed to our accommodation in Queanbeyan, The Grand Manor Motel. The food was succulent and scrumptious. That night, much to our surprise, Year 6 got to go to the Canberra Stadium to watch the Raiders play the Tigers in NRL. Go the Tigers!

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the Australian War Memorial, where we remembered the lives of the many who have fallen for the freedom of this nation. We walked ANZAC Parade, and Mr Symms explained the memorials honouring those who had served in the various wars.

to feed lions and hold snakes! Then, the moment we’ve all being waiting for… QUESTACON!!! It was so fun! I learnt things that were so interesting! But we all had to agree – the giant slide was the best.

We also went to the Royal Australian Mint and saw how Australian coins were made. At the National Museum we saw some interesting exhibits, and one of the most exciting ones was Phar Lap’s heart! We visited the new Parliament House, where we did some more role play to learn how the House of Representatives work. I don’t think a week has ever gone that fast; it was so busy! Thank you to all the teachers who worked so hard to make this trip an exciting and memorable one. We learnet so much.

On the Wednesday night we visited iPlay, hosted by Mr Sophios, where we had a two-hour-long session of endless fun. We had truckloads of arcade games, and we could use the bumper cars and do laser skirmish.

On day four we visited Canberra Zoo, where we saw exhibits of some animals I have never seen before! We even got


Year 6

YEAR 6H SEATED ROW:

S. GEMERI, R. KENNEDY, H. CROSS-WINSTON, L. SCERRI, H. BAKER, K. TOWNHILL, C. MURRAY, K. PRICE, R. BELAPUNA

SECOND ROW: B. BROWNLEE-SMITH, O. RUTHERFORD, T. BARUA, W. THILWIND, J. DONOVAN, B. CAMPBELL, T. LAMBERT, A. KITCHIN, R. COLLIER THIRD ROW:

H. ANTHONY, H. HONG, C. PARKER, T. HANCOCK, D. PARAKA, L. BRADNAM, C. FITZPATRICK, J. SCOTT

ABSENT:

E. DONNELLY

TEACHER:

MR M. HOPPE

SEATED ROW:

C. DACEY, J. RANSBY, J. BOYLE, S. THOMAS, D. TYLER-BATTAGLIA, B. TESTA, T. MURDOCH, J. HOPKINS, S. WOLFENDEN

YEAR 6R SECOND ROW: D. LEHNDORF, L. O’CONNOR, C. WHITTON, J. LETCHFORD, H. TZANNES, F. WOODBRIDGE, J. POPOV, J. MCAULEY THIRD ROW:

R. NORTON, C. VIVLIOS, C. MCGEARY, T. ALIKHAN, H. STAPLETON, H. ZDANOWICZ, Z. ELVIN

ABSENT:

J. RYAN

TEACHER:

MR B. ROWE

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YEAR 6W SEATED ROW:

T. YOON, C. WOOD, J. VERTULLO, E. BAKER, J. GOFFMAN, S. ARKOUZIS, C. CHANDLER, B. BENNETT, C. ILLES

SECOND ROW: J. KAFRITSAS, I. CHOU, J. YOO, J. GILMOUR, E. HARRIS, B. WALSH, W. ABBOTT, T. CONDON

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A. WEI, R. DWYER, A. GROOBY, L. ROSS, C. MARKS, B. LYNCH, C. WHITE

ABSENT:

O. BAYLISS

TEACHER:

MS J. WATTS

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WILLIAM ABBOTT

TAARIK ALIKHAN

HERSCHEL ALOYSIUS

HARRISON ANTHONY

SPIROS ARKOUZIS

My first year at TSS was in Year 4, 2012. I was very scared. Three years later I’m now a Year 6 boy heading into the Senior School. It’s pretty scary to be going into Senior School. Thank you TSS Prep for teaching me new subjects and new things.

I have been at TSS since Prep and I will never forget my time here. I have loved everything the school has given me, such as sports, academics and great teaching staff. I’d like to especially thank my Housemaster, Mr Rowe. Year 6 was amazing for me. I will miss the Prep School and all the opportunities it had to offer.

My journey at Prep was an amazing one. I started in Reception and built my way up to where I am now, in Year 6, about to graduate. I would really love to thank all of the teachers that ever taught me, from academics, to music, to sport, and every other field that I have participated in. I have been taken so far by TSS Prep in all areas. TSS Prep has been extraordinarily wonderful, and I will always be grateful for what this school has done for me.

My journey at TSS started when I was in Prep. I have loved that we get all the opportunities, both inside and outside the classroom, that very few schools have and will miss all the teachers that I have been with.

Being a part of TSS Prep was the best years of my life. I would do it again. Thank you all the teachers and students for the support. If I was to give any advice, I would say try hard in work and you will make it to the top.

ETHAN BAKER

HAROLD BAKER

THOMAS BARUA

OLIVER BAYLISS

RALPH BELAPUNA

At TSS Prep all the trips and tours have been really exciting and fun. I’ve loved all the sports I’ve played, and it’s even more fun playing it with your friends. I hope at the Senior School it will be as fun as TSS Prep, if not more fun.

Although my journey at Prep was only short, I had such a fun time. My highlight was definitely the Canberra trip and feeding the white lions at the zoo. Thanks to all my teachers for helping me this year.

I’ve really enjoyed the years I’ve been at TSS Prep. I love the space we get and I really enjoyed GPS Tennis. Next year I’m looking forward to having a good home-room teacher and trying new subjects and experiences.

TSS Prep was the best time of my life. I would like to thank all of the teachers that have taught me. Hopefully the Senior School will be very fun.

I started at TSS at the beginning of Year 5. In just two years I went on the China Tour, Sydney Sports Tour, the NZ Sports Tour and the Year 6 Canberra Trip. Being at TSS has given me the chance to grow and to experience a lot of places. Next year I’m excited about getting the chance to become a boarder.

BROOKLYN BROWNLEE-SMITH

BAILEY BENNETT

JOSHUA BOYLE

LEVI BRADNAM

I started at TSS in Reception and I have had so many great memories, friends, teachers, classes and so much more! I can’t even explain it all. Thanks TSS Prep. I wont forget this journey!

These seven years I have been at TSS have been the best seven years in my life. I have learnt so much and I can’t wait to go to the Senior School. My teachers have taught me everything I need to know.

The things that has made coming to school so great for each day of the past six years has been my mates. At TSS we’re also really lucky to have such great facilities at our fingertips. Bring on Year 7!

From Prep to Year 6 I have learnt so much. Most importantly, I’ve learnt that I can accomplish anything and that trying hard is the best way to achieve success. So there’s my advice! Thanks, TSS Prep.

BAILEY CAMPBELL My TSS journey started later than most. In my two and a half years at Prep I’m most proud of the way I’ve conducted myself and looked to take on a whole array of challenges and opportunities. I can’t wait for the added responsibility and freedom that Year 7 will bring.

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LOUIS CHABERT

CHARLES CHANDLER

IVAN CHOU

RILEY COLLIER

GEORGE COLLINS

What a time it was for me at TSS Prep School. I would like to thank all my teachers that taught me so many new and exciting things each and every day. A highlight for me would be having the honour to lead the mighty Shepherd House this year. Although the Prep School is amazing, I can’t wait to head across the road to the Senior School.

I am a new boy to TSS Prep and I love it. I came from a small country school in a town called Injune. I have loved the journey, although I have missed home and the cattle at our property a lot. I have made lots of new friends, and the sport that TSS provides me with is amazing. I can’t wait until next year.

TSS Prep was the best time I’ve ever had in my whole life. I have been through many great adventures. Thank you all my teachers that have ever taught me, from Reception to Year 6. Thanks, Prep! I’ll never forget my adventures here.

My journey through TSS, all the way from Prep to Year 6, has been phenomenal. Taking up the leadership role of Music Captain has definitely taught me to be responsible and dedicated to what I do. This journey has prepared me extremely well for life as a Senior School student.

I have had a great time at Prep. I came to Prep in Year 4 for the honours program. The program has helped me extend my learning more than I could imagine. It has helped me learn how to work independently. I have had many great friends and teachers. I would like to thank all the teachers for a great three years. I also appreciate all the opportunities I have had in sport and music. TSS Prep has been a wonderful experience that I will never forget.

THOMAS CONDON

HARRY CROSS-WINSTON

CY DACEY

ETHAN DONNELLY

JACKSON DONOVAN

My time at TSS has been a huge ride. I have learnt how to write, read, swim and many more things. I would also like to thank all the teachers that have had anything to do with me. I would not be the boy I am today if it wasn’t for the people who taught me. I would be someone without leadership or someone that can’t write or swim. So thank you to everyone at TSS.

From Prep to Year 6, TSS has certainly been quite a rollercoaster! Life at TSS has taught me about what you can become; with hard work and a bit of persistence, and I can’t wait for the challenges ahead. Thank you, TSS Prep, and all the teachers who’ve helped me along the journey.

I was here in Prep and Year 1, and I came back in Year 6. As soon as I came back people started to recognise me, remembered me and everyone welcomed me. I have heaps of memories of TSS Prep and I have forever friends. I have loved every second I was at TSS Prep and will never forget the school. I thank my teachers and Head of Prep.

I have absolutely loved making my skateboard and being given the chance to be taught and coached by some great teachers. Although I’ve left the school and come back, they have been some of the best years of my life!

TSS Prep has taught me about honesty, hard work and making the most of every opportunity. Even though there have been rough times, my teachers and my mates have always been there to help me out and now I’m excited about moving to Year 7.

REECE DWYER

ZACHARY ELVIN

CONNOR FITZPATRICK

LACHLAN FREE

MILES GARNIER

This has been the greatest experience of my life and I will certainly not forgot it. It has been a long seven years, but it was all worth it. Thank you, TSS Prep, for all the great memories.

I started my journey at TSS in Year 4 with Mrs Pemberton, then moved to Years 5 and 6 with Mr Rowe. I will never forget my three years at Prep. TSS Prep has given me so many opportunities – from the sports to the schoolwork and friends. I have loved every single moment of my time and couldn’t ask for anything more. Thank you so much, TSS Prep.

Through my time at TSS there have been some tough times but also some great times – making new friends, meeting great teachers and all the opportunities I have had along the way. Thank you, TSS Prep, and bring on 2016.

I’ve been at TSS since Prep and it’s been such a journey I’ve been through. I used to look up to the Year 7s as leaders and that’s what I am now. I’ve had great teachers over the years and I am proud that they have helped me to achieve such success.

I have been in Year 6 at TSS for only two terms, but they have been the most exciting, actionpacked terms I have had in my life. The special things were making all my friends, getting in the sports teams and knowing all the teachers. I am looking forward for the new adventure in the Senior School, and having new facilities and teachers. Thank you all the teachers that have taught me. I thank you, TSS.

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Year 6

SAXON GEMERI

JAMES GILMOUR

JAMES GOFFMAN

AUSTIN GROOBY

THOMAS HANCOCK

As a new boy, my journey through TSS Prep has been a short one. The experience has certainly challenged me, but I’m better for it and proud of everything I’ve achieved. I can’t wait for everything that awaits in Year 7 next year.

I’ve been at TSS for seven years, and those seven years have been the best years of my life. I’d like to thank all the teachers I’ve had. The best part has been getting involved in all the sports and music. Thank you so much, TSS Prep.

I’ve been at TSS for seven years and from those years I’ve been inspired by the best teachers in this school. I loved all the work and sport. My Housemaster, Mr Rowe, has inspired me to become a great leader. I can’t wait to be in Year 7. BRING IT ON SENIOR SCHOOL!

My schooling years have been a good experience for me, as I have been at TSS Prep since Reception. Shepherd has been like family and they have been really kind to me. Thank you everyone for having me at this awesome school. I don’t want to leave, but at the same time, the Senior School is going to be a great adventure.

I came to TSS in Year 2 with Mrs Stevens. I was in Shepherd, but didn’t really know what it meant. Since then though I’ve learnt heaps and every minute of Prep has been awesome. I can’t wait for what’s ahead in 2016 and beyond. Thanks, TSS Prep!

EDWARD HARRIS

HARRISON HONG

I only started at TSS Prep this year and I can’t believe it’s over! I’ve had many hard, SLOW years of school at other schools, but TSS is the best school I’ll ever go to. Australia is amazing. I started motocross at the start of the year and I’m already racing. Thanks to my teacher, Ms Watts, for an amazing year.

I’ve enjoyed coming to TSS ever since I started, from Prep. The Prep School has always been a great place to be in and it will never be the same anywhere else. I’m looking forward to moving into Year 7 as it will be a fresh start in a different campus. Thank you so much, TSS Prep!

RYAN KENNEDY From the first day of Prep to the end of Year 6, I’ve loved every second I’ve been at TSS Prep. All of my teachers have influenced me and helped me so much that I am ready for Year 7. I have had lots of experiences and made lots of friends that I am sure they will help me in Year 7.

ANGUS KITCHIN I have been at TSS since Year 4. It might not seem long, but I’ve loved it. My highlight would have to have been the China Tour and I can’t wait for 2016. Thank you, TSS Prep!

JETT HOPKINS I have had an amazing seven years at TSS Prep. It has been a long and enjoyable journey. With many opportunities, once in a lifetime experiences, unforgettable memories and lifelong friends. Thank you, teachers. Thank you, TSS Prep.

CHARLES ILLES

JORDAN KAFRITSAS

Thanks to everyone who taught me at Prep. The lessons I have learnt and the people I have met are amazing. I can’t wait for the Senior School and for my future ahead. A highlight for me was when Musgrave won The Howard Smith Cup. After that I could brag to my friends in other Houses. Thanks, TSS Prep.

I just want to thank every teacher and all of my Year 6 mates for helping me get to this position as a leader of TSS Prep. I remember all my good friends that I thought I would be with me for my whole life, but had to leave the school. I have loved my six years at Prep and I just want to say goodbye to all my friends and teachers.

LACHLAN LANE

JACKSON LEES

DANE LEHNDORF

Since coming to TSS in Year 5 I have been open to so many opportunities, from GPS sports to the vast range of academic subjects. TSS has been really amazing for me, with great teachers, who are so talented in what they do. They have affected my academic results, my diligence and my determination to achieve the best results I can.

I was new to the school, came in Term 3, Year 6, but I have had the best two terms going to Canberra, making new friends and just having lots of fun. I can’t wait for the Wet’n’Wild trip to finish the year – but I will miss TSS Prep.

My journey through TSS Prep has been amazing and it all started in Year 2. I would like thank all my teachers and Housemaster for all they have done for me. It has been great being the Shepherd House Vice-Captain and I will miss TSS Prep.

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JOSH LETCHFORD

BAXTER LYNCH

CONNOR MARKS

JACK MCAULEY

COOPER MCGEARY

My journey at TSS began when I was in Year 3. I wasn’t the most popular kid in the grade, but I had a lot of boys come up to me and ask to be my friend – and they have stuck by me through good times and tough times. My Housemasters and teachers have helped me a lot through my journey as well. Thank you, Prep.

My time at the Prep School has been memorable. Going on camps and trips, it has all been amazing. The staff in all year levels have helped me prepare for the next year and a big thanks to Ms Joss, Mrs Criddle, Ms Lawless, Mr Hoppe, Mrs Gippel and Ms Watts. I just can’t wait to get to the Senior School.

The Prep School has been one of my favourite experiences. Thanks to Mr Hoppe, Mr Rowe and Ms Watts for teaching me. Highlights have been the Year 6 camp with the giant swing. The Prep School will be a part of life to remember.

Although I’ve only been at TSS for one year, I’ve had such a great time at Prep. The teachers and House Masters have been so kind and helpful throughout the year. Sad to be leaving, but I can’t wait for Year 7. I’m sure Senior School will be exciting. Thank you, TSS Prep.

I started at TSS in Year 5 and I have loved every minute. My teachers have been amazing and my Housemaster was really good, too. I have made great friends through my time here and, while sad to be leaving, I can’t wait for Year 7 next year. Thank you, Prep.

NICOLAS MCKENZIE Ever since I came to TSS Prep, it has given me so many opportunities, whether it’s been GPS sporting or the academic chances I got. It has changed my life and I will forever have excellent memories about the teachers and students. I am truly thankful for this school and will never forget it.

BRAEDYN PALMER Since I came here in Year 5 I’ve really enjoyed the students. The school has given me opportunities and now I am doing things I have never done before, like debating. TSS has been the best school I have gone to and I will never forget it.

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CONNOR MURRAY

REUBEN NORTON

LIAM O’CONNO

My last two years here have been amazing. My first day was very scary knowing no-one at all, but at least my teacher paired me up with an amazing friend. I have had so many great teachers through my time at Prep. My two Housemasters were both amazing. The Prep School is a fantastic place and I will remember it for years to come.

This was my first year at TSS and it will definitely NOT be my last. I’ve enjoyed the challenges and successes I’ve had, and I want to thank my new TSS mates for helping me through the tough days settling in.

My journey at TSS all began when I was in Year 4, and ever since I’ve been consistently working at achieving my academic goals. TSS has also helped me develop confidence, knowledge and allowed me to develop both mentally and physically. Altogether, TSS has been the best experience in my life! Thank you, teachers. Thank you, Prep.

My journey at TSS prep has been amazing. I’d like to thank all my teachers that have taught me throughout the years, and also my coaches that have made me strive to be the best that I can. I have had amazing fun on our excursions, camps and the sports and music tours. I started in Year 3 and have had the best four years of my life here at TSS. I will remember all the great sporting, musical and academic opportunities. I can’t wait to see what it is like at the Senior School!

DEVONTAY PARAKA I’ve been at TSS for six years. Throughout those years it has moulded me into a bright young man. Having a sports captaincy role for 2015 was a huge privilege. It’s been a massive roller coaster for me and I can’t wait for what next year holds. Thanks, Prep.

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CORBIN PARKER

JOSHUA POPOV

KYLE PRICE

My life at TSS was incredible and I loved every second of it. Thank you to the staff for my growth and development at TSS Prep.

I have enjoyed every minute at TSS ever since I started in Year 5. I have made new friends, learnt new things and I will definitely miss the Prep School in the future.

I have enjoyed my time at Prep since day one to the very last day of Year 6. I’m ready and looking forward to the Senior School next year. Thanks, Prep!


Year 6

JUDD RANSBY

LACHLAN ROSS

OSCAR RUTHERFORD

JOSEPH RYAN

THOMAS SALMON

My journey through Prep has been great. Thanks to all my teachers from Prep to Year 6, and thanks to my Housemaster. I have made heaps of lifelong friends. I will miss all the stuff Prep had to offer.

It seems like just yesterday I started TSS prep in Year 4. I have had so much fun here from meeting new teachers and making lifelong friends. A big thanks to Mr Hoppe, Mr Baker and Ms Watts for making my experience so memorable. My highlight of the Prep School was the 2015 Round Square Conference, where I made so many new friends. While I am so exited to go to the Senior School, I will miss TSS Prep. It has been an amazing experience.

TSS has been an important part of my life since I started in Year 1. House carnivals will certainly be one thing about Prep that I’m going to miss. Next year I’m looking forward to the opportunities of Year 7 and being with my brothers in the Senior School.

Wow! From the very start of my experience in Year 2 to the last day in Year 6 I have loved every minute. I appreciate the knowledge that my teachers have taught me and for encouraging me to try new things. It has been an honour to be Musgrave House Captain in 2015 and I thank my Housemaster for his guidance. I have especially enjoyed playing Basketball and want to thank TSS for activities such as Choir and Round Square. I can’t wait for Year 7 in the Senior School.

My journey through TSS Prep has been the best. I would like to thank all my teachers who have helped me learn new things every day and would like to thank my Housemaster, who has made Musgrave House the best. I have made a lot of new friends at TSS Prep.

LACHLAN SCERRI

JAKE SCOTT

DYLAN SELBY

PETER SOPHIOS

EWAN STANICH

My TSS journey started just this year, and to be honest, it was pretty difficult – new people, new rules, new expectations. I still miss my old friends, but have been lucky to have new mates to help me settle in.

I arrived at TSS in Year 5 and, to begin with, it was certainly very different – different kids, different teachers, different expectations. I am really proud of my appointment as Chair of Round Square and Vice-Captain for the mighty Mitre House. I am most excited about the freedom on offer in Year 7.

I first came to TSS Prep in Year 3 and since then I have made so many friends and had so many Academic, Sport and Cultural opportunities. I cannot wait for next year as there are even more opportunities to come at the Senior School, including the library.

When I came to TSS in Year 3, all of the boys and teachers were very welcoming to me. My journey through TSS has been amazing and everyone has been nice and friendly. Other than academics, there have also been a lot of other opportunities for me. In Year 4 we did a music program and I had a lot of fun. In Years 5 and 6 I have been doing a lot of sport such as Basketball, Soccer and Cricket. My journey at TSS Prep has been very great and I will always remember it.

My life at Prep has been one of the greatest things to happen to me and I will take it with me for the rest of my life. Having the opportunities and experiences at Prep have been a privilege that I am very grateful for. I have met great friends and will always have them with me. It’s been great to be at Prep and I will never forget that. Now that I’m going over to the Senior School I will have more new experiences and opportunities, and will make new friends.

HARRY STAPLETON

BAILEY STEWART

BENJAMIN TESTA

WARWICK THILWIND

SAXON THOMAS

I have been at TSS Prep since Reception and I am very grateful for that opportunity. My teachers have guided me through the Prep School and encouraged me to try new and different things. I ended up doing most sports, getting great marks and getting Cross Country and Musgrave Vice-captain. Sad to be leaving – but I look forward to Senior School.

Ever since I came to TSS Prep it has been easy for me to make friends with so many new people. I remember my first day when I was so scared to meet new people, but my teachers made it so easy and I thank them for that. Each year they made me strive to be the best I can be and I thank them dearly for that.

When I started in Prep I was very happy to be at TSS a year early. My journey from Prep to Year 6 has been amazing. I have had a nice group of mates and my teachers have been great. I can’t wait for the next year. Senior School sounds as though it will be fantastic.

My six years at TSS Prep have gone like a flash. Wearing the red, white and blue at GPS Rugby, GPS Swimming and on the New Zealand Tour will always be my highlights. Thank you to everyone who’s helped me over the years, I can’t wait for the Senior School in 2016.

I only came to TSS halfway through Year 5 and it was tough for the first few weeks, being the new kid on the block. I made many new friends through that year and this year. It has been so amazing and I can’t wait to graduate to the Senior School and Year 7.

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KYE TOWNHILL Each and every year I looked forward to the athletics carnival, mainly because it included several of my favourite things to do. It was always very exciting and, in the end, it is a great experience whether Shepherd comes 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th. My long journey has come to an end at TSS Prep and it was an experience I will never forget.

DEAN TYLER-BATTAGLIA

HARRISON TZANNES

JOE VERTULLO

CHRISTOS VIVLIOS

I started at TSS in Year 3 with Mr Massey and, as quick as a flash, I soon found myself in Mr Rowe’s class in Year 6. I made lots of friends and I have had a lot of fun. I loved the camps and especially the Sydney tour. It has been a blast at TSS and I will miss being in Year 6.

When I started in Year 5 it was a different experience. Kids quickly welcomed me in every game and as a friend. It has been a great time going from Year 5 to Year 6. I will miss the Prep School.

I’ve been at TSS for seven years, and from Reception to Year 6 there have been some pretty hard times. I enjoy being at this school. I loved each year through and through. It was a great experience. Canberra was very fun. Choosing a room with your friend was a great idea. My brothers say the Senior School is somewhat better, but I will never forget this journey.

My years at TSS have been the best years of my life. I’ve been at TSS since Prep and it has been amazing. I’d like to thank all of my teaches from Prep to Year 6 and I would also like to thank my two Headmasters. There have been so many opportunities. I have loved it here and I am ready for Senior School. Wish me luck!

BEN WALSH

ALEXANDER WEI

CHARLIE WHITE

CALLUM WHITTON

ANTHONI WIESE

I started at TSS in Year 4, and I have loved it ever since – the people you meet, the teachers and the Houses. I was in Musgrave, the best House in my opinion. I have had so much fun at TSS Prep. I wish I didn’t have to leave. Thanks for all the support, Prep!

Through my journey from Prep to Year 6 I enjoyed every year very much. With each year being more challenging than the last, Year 6 was the most challenging. The journey at TSS has been a great experience. All the specialist lessons are also great, including Chinese, Music, PE and, last but not least, Art. I will remember this time for the rest of my life.

I was a new boy and came from a school in Melbourne. TSS has been such a great experience at this school. I would like to thank all the teachers who taught me and I can’t wait for Year 7. I had a great time being in 6W.

My years at TSS have been fun and I have learnt so much. I would like to thank all my teachers and my Housemaster for helping me through the tough times in my life and for giving me so many good memories too. I can’t wait to go to Senior School and into Year 7.

Since taking my first step into the Prep school gates in 2009 I have learnt so much. I remember looking up to the Year 7 boys and wanted to be like them when I grew up. I can’t wait to go the Senior School, but I will always remember the awesome times I had at Prep.

SAMUEL WOLFENDEN I came in Year 5 and my past two years at TSS Prep have been enjoyable as well as a challenge. I will always remember my first day, scary but fun. I want to thank anyone who has taught me at TSS Prep School. I’m not sure how the Senior School can be better than the Prep School?

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CODY WOOD

FYNN WOODBRIDGE

MATTHEW WORSLEY

Each year has a new challenge, and I’ve been having those challenges since Prep. My Prep experience was great, but I can’t wait until I get to go into the Senior School. I would like to thank every single teacher that I had, because they have made me the boy I am now and I’m happy with myself. The Prep School couldn’t get any better (besides the hair-length rule). I love the Prep School and I always will.

Since the first day of Year 1, and up to the last day of Year 6, I have had many ups and downs through TSS Prep. I have enjoyed all the teachers and what they have taught me, like nouns, times tables, spelling words and the list keeps on going. I have also made friends that will be there for me in years to come. Thank you, TSS Prep. I can’t explain how much I thank you for what you have done for me!

I first came to TSS Prep in Term One and on the first day I was feeling a bit nervous, but after a few days I made lots of new friends. On my first day I remember two boys introducing me to Ms Watts and showing me to my peers. Now I am really glad to have moved to the Gold Coast, otherwise I might never have met my mates. I would really like to thank Ms Watts for an amazing year. I am really looking forward to Year 7.

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VICTOR WU TSS Prep is the best experience I have ever had. I have had so much fun! A big thank you to all the teachers that taught me from Prep to Year 6. I have made great friends on this journey and it was exciting and awesome. I have enjoyed many music, academic and sport activities and I am ready for Year 7.


Year 6

JORDAN YOO

TAE-HYUN YOON

HARRY ZDANOWICZ

Being in TSS Prep for seven years has given me amazing experiences that I will treasure throughout the rest of my schooling life. I would like to thank all the teachers and mates that have supported me throughout my years. I have really enjoyed TSS Prep and will miss it when I am in the Senior School.

I have been at TSS for two years and enjoyed every day at this amazing school. I would like to thank all my teachers that taught me for the two years. I loved TSS Prep. Can’t wait for the Senior School.

Although I have only been here for one year I will miss Prep. It has given me a great introduction to the school and I go to Senior School knowing a lot about its history and what it stands for. Thanks to my teachers for the good year. I will miss Prep, but I am looking forward to Senior School.

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PREP HOUSES


MR MARK HOPPE

Dixon Housemaster

One of my most admired characteristics of The Southport School is the strong commitment to the holistic development of our young boys. In my opinion, schools that fail to provide the guidance, moral compass and sense of belonging that our House system cultivates do a huge disservice to their young people. It was because of this passion for the pastoral care of our boys that I was delighted to take over the reins of Dixon House for 2015. In my previous two years as a staff member of Dixon House I was energised by the spirit and comradery of the boys, the willingness to step outside their comfort zone in the name of the House and the creative (often sparkly) leadership of Mrs Megan Thomas. Squashing my naturally competitive urge, my goal for the year was a simple one – to understand each Dixon boy’s strengths and passions from Years 3 to 6 and make him feel acknowledged and respected as a member of the mighty Dixon Dragons. There was little time to ease into the role of Housemaster this year with Dixon nominated for fundraising for Term One. On the back of such a successful initiative in previous years, the aim was to continue to grow both the Dixon Dog Day and Easter Raffle into iconic Dixon fundraisers for the extremely worthy local charity, Anglicare Southern Queensland’s Foster Care program. I am always overwhelmed by the generosity of local businesses and individuals who, so willingly, support school fundraising drives, and this year was no different. On the Dixon Dog Day more than 500 orders were taken and an army of parent helpers – aided by a fantastic group of Year 6 delivery boys – met the challenge to make it such a success. Equally, the Easter Raffle generated over 800 ticket sales with students and families keen to share in a bounty of donated prizes. In total, $4,835 went to our very grateful charity, allowing them to brighten the lives of some deserving local kids. Interhouse carnivals and events are wonderful occasions in the school calendar. More important than providing opportunity for friendly rivalry and bragging rights for the following 12 months, these competitions give a

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whole host of boys the chance to shine or toil away, keen to give their best. Congratulations to all the Dixon boys who have committed so well to running, jumping, throwing, shooting, bowling, arguing, swimming, and checkmating – all in the name of the mighty Dragons. House leadership is often something many boys aspire to in the Preparatory School and I have been blessed with a whole team of Year 6 leaders keen to develop their leadership skills, whether through coordinating groups of boys at carnivals, fundraising, writing assembly scripts, representing our House and School at various events, welcoming guests to the school, the list goes on. At the helm of this team have been four fine young men, Tommy Condon, Tae Yoon, Victor Wu and Kyle Price, whose willingness to go that extra yard, often sacrificing recreational time of their own, has just been a delight to witness. Gentlemen, you have been exemplary leaders and I wholeheartedly thank you for your amazing contribution to Dixon in 2015. The House could not operate so smoothly without the support of the Dixon House staff either. Mr McLennan, Mr Newton, Mrs Poeszus and Mrs Hurd in the Upper Years of the Prep School have been a fantastic support to a novice Housemaster. In addition to Mrs Stevens, Mrs Thomas, Mrs Capper, Mrs Wilson and Mrs Bramwell have all assisted Dixon boys throughout the year. On behalf of the boys I truly appreciate your efforts and support. As we draw closer to the end of the year, success of a House can often be simplified as to whether the Howard Smith Cup is engraved with your House’s name or not. While striving for excellence is an important lesson for our boys and I would love to celebrate the boy’s efforts with a trophy for them, winning should never be a measure of one’s success. I thank all Dixon boys for the manners, good humour, enthusiasm, willingness to challenge themselves and respect for one another that make me the proudest Housemaster in the Preparatory School. So farewell to the departing Year 6 cohort of Dixon boys,


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thank you for your immense contribution to the House and I hope that you look back on your time as a Dragon in the years to come with fond memories. Roll on 2016 and another opportunity for Dixon boys to shine. “Go you mighty Dragons!” CAPTAINS’ REPORTS

Tommy Condon – House Captain I have been at TSS for six years and proudly became Dixon Captain in my final year of Prep. I would like to thank all my fellow Dragon brothers for their support and work throughout the year as it is you who make this great house, Dixon. On behalf of the Dragons, I would like to thank the fantastic Dixon coordinators, most notably our Housemaster, Mr Hoppe. Their structure and support keep the mighty Dragons in the forefront of most activities! Last, a big thank you to the parents of Dixon boys, unashamed support in getting us up for challenges, getting us to school and washing those dirty blue shirts after trying hard in House activities. Tae Yoon – House Vice-captain I have attended TSS for the past two years. I enjoyed every second of my time at this amazing school. TSS is a wonderful school with the presence of many talented boys. The school also provides opportunities and advanced learning for our future. Dixon House is made up of sporty, intelligent and musically talented boys and I am very proud to have been a part of this incredible team. Kyle Price – House Vice-captain The experience of being a Dixon House Vice-captain has helped me be more interactive with the younger boys of Dixon. The thing that makes being a Dragon so special is no-one puts anyone down and there is always teamwork. As a captain, I’ve loved the opportunity to start war cries and speak at Assembly. At carnivals, Dixon stands out because no-one gives up until the very end and the cheering gives the boys an extra push. At the end of my year as Vice-captain, I’m most proud of the leadership and confidence that I have built within myself. Mateship is one thing that makes Dixon the best House in the Prep School. Victor Wu – House Vice-captain Being in Dixon was the best thing that happened to me at TSS. From Day One, Dixon was such a welcoming House and there was never a boring moment. They are a great House and I was honoured to be appointed Vice-captain this year. Dixon shows such great sportsmanship and it was a great experience. Thank you to all the Dixon staff, students and Mr Hoppe for putting in so much effort this year. I won’t forget Dixon in the Senior School and the important lessons it has taught me. Thank you.

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help fund research into this terrible disease. We truly enjoyed the many House competitions over the year and although we did not always win, we certainly behaved like champions by supporting one another and keeping our heads held high. One of our highlights was participation in the House Music Competition and our performance of Pompeii by Bastille. I was incredibly proud of our singing! As a House we have lived, loved, laughed, played, studied, learnt and enriched our lives together this year. The boys’ level of thinking and growing ability to understand the complexities of our world became more sophisticated. BRETT MASSEY

Mitre Housemaster

I would like to wish all our Mighty Mitre Year 6 boys the very best and know that they leave us well prepared for the next step in their journey through life. I would also like to extend a massive thank you to our House officials for their dedication and effort. We will miss their energy and their endless ideas, but know that each will put that creativity and intelligence to good use. Don’t cry because it’s over. Smile because it happened.

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MESSAGES FROM OUR 2015 LEADERSHIP TEAM:

Cody Wood – House Captain The red stripe on my Mitre top was just a colour when I was in Prep, but it soon came to me that I was in a band of brothers of great boys with an enthusiastic spirit that will never die down. It has been an honour to represent and lead Mitre with the help from the 2015 Mitre captains, Levi, Jake and Baxter. I would like to thank Mr Massey and the mighty Mitre staff for all the hard work they put into everything Mitre, but Mitre wouldn’t be the same without the boys that make it mighty. So thank you, boys, for all your dedication to the House, and drive for success. My time at Prep has been

great and Mitre is one thing that has made it better. I will always remember the red stripe down my top and the mighty Mitre spirit will always be with me. Baxter Lynch – House Vice-captain The colour blue used to be my favourite colour until I was put into the red House, Mitre. TSS Prep has been a great experience for me. Being in this House has taught me so many things, from taking responsibility to making new friends. Being a Mitre boy has helped on every level. I went for the leadership role and didn’t know what to expect, but I was elected Mitre House Vice-captain which stunned me for a minute. I’m definitely going to miss all the Mighty Mitre Men. Thank you so much! Levi Bradnam – House Vice-captain My year as a Vice-captain has been so much fun. I still remember looking at the House Captain in Year 7 sitting up on the chair and thinking that I wanted to lead the House just like them. Year after year great captains came through. Then, it was finally my turn. This year has been an honour to work with this amazing House with my great mates Cody, Jake and Baxter. I’ve had a ball and I can’t thank this House enough for supporting every boy equally, no matter if he’s winning or losing. This is an amazing House and good luck to next year’s captains. Jake Scott - House Vice-captain Mitre is a really amazing House! With all of its support and encouragement towards everyone, personally I think it is a great honour to be a Vice-captain. I think every student in Mitre House is very competitive, strong-willed, supportive, very respectful and kind and that’s what makes us such a wonderful House. I would really like to thank everyone in Mitre for being so amazing and giving your best shot, and a huge thanks to Mr Massey for being a supportive Housemaster.


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As these years seem to zoom by quicker than the previous ones, it’s quite timely to reflect on 2015 and the wonderful achievements accomplished by the mighty Musgrave boys. These fine young men displayed an attitude and comradery that was second to none and made my job as Housemaster quite easy.

STEVE HAMILTON

Musgrave Housemaster

Mateship and sportsmanship were two important aspects that stood out. The captains modelled ethics and attitude of the highest kind. I believe more than ever, all Musgrave boys felt part of a close-knit community where they could compete and give their all, regardless of their ability. Our Captain, Joseph Ryan, and his captains amazed me with their limitless energy and creative drive. It was not uncommon to receive emails of Joseph on weekends and even holidays with exciting ideas to further improve aspects of this wonderful community that is Musgrave. Joseph Ryan, Zac Elvin, Harry Stapleton and Liam O’Connor have lifted the bar extremely high for the future captains of Musgrave, but I’m sure we are in fantastic hands with the fine young leaders coming through in 2016 and beyond. I was very lucky this year to have such a dedicated and enthusiastic staff in Musgrave to help me each week in so many ways. Sandra Gippel, Dirk Benson and Jenni Streten have been such amazing contributors, each offering varied expertise such as debating, music, horticulture and more. Most importantly, they all have been superb role-models and their kind and devoted presence has made a huge difference. I must also acknowledge Mrs Debbie Nicholson who gave so much to Musgrave over her 11 years at TSS and will be sorely missed. The famous Musgrave community spirit really shone throughout the entire year, but in Term Four especially we really did some wonderful things for people who truly needed it. We decided to assist Surfers Paradise Anglicare Crisis Care. This involved boys collecting non-perishable food from all TSS Prep classrooms that will help many people over the festive season who desperately need a helping hand. On top of this, our

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free-dress day for a gold coin donation resulted in much needed money for Anglicare to provide essential goods. It has been another wonderful year for this truly great House. We have had outstanding success in many events this year, including winning Athletics, Cross Country, Tennis and Soccer, not to mention a much improved placing in House Music. These successes, although impressive, pale into insignificance when compared to the continued development of a terrific team of young men who truly embody the spirit that is the Band of Brothers. MUSGRAVE CAPTAINS

Joseph Ryan – House Captain Enthusiasm, grit, passion and joy, these are only some of the qualities that the great Musgrave House have possessed in 2015. I have thoroughly enjoyed my position as House Captain; whether it be organising the House Meetings during break time, speaking at assemblies and chapel services to represent Musgrave or getting a really red face chanting our War Cry in the schools Sport Carnivals. I would like to greatly thank Mr Hamilton who has guided me through the year perfectly as House Master, the three other awesome Captains, Harry, Liam and Zac, and the rest of the Year 6 Musgrave cohort, I couldn’t do it without them. Thank you also to the other Musgrave teachers who have supported Musgrave in every way and, of course, each and every Musgrave boy for making Musgrave what it is. Thanks, boys! Since Year 3, when I was shy, little Musgravian, I have admired and looked up to the leaders of the House. I trust and know that the boys who will lead Musgrave next year and beyond will do a magnificent job in their positions! We have had a great year both in growth and in the competitive grounds and boys, you have made me proud of what we have done through the year. My biggest highlight has been interacting with all of the boys and the teachers every day as Captain.


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Zac Elvin – House Vice-captain My days in Musgrave have been so good and I have had so much fun with my Musgravian friends. I started my journey in Musgrave in Year 4, and as I continued my journey into Year 5 I started thinking about leadership. I was very proud to become the first Musgrave Vice-captain for 2015. When the great news came to me I had never been so happy. I guess that what I am trying to say is that Musgrave is the best House and let’s try and keep it that way! Harry Stapleton – House Vice-captain Reception – Year 6 has been incredible, but it would definitely be incomplete without being a part of my House and its spirit. Musgrave for me is somewhere where you can hang out with your friends and talk out loud knowing that you will never be laughed at. I was very lucky getting to start my journey at TSS on day one of Prep right through to the last day of Year 6. TSS has leadership positions, almost every sport you can think of and, most importantly, an unforgettable group of friendly boys. I decided to take on the challenge. I did as many sports as I could, I made hundreds of friends, I went for three leadership positions and with determination and hard work was successfully chosen for two. TSS and Musgrave have taught me many things that will come in handy for the future. I look forward to the Senior School and the years to come. Liam O’Connor – House Vice-captain My journey through Musgrave at the Southport School has been amazing. I’ve met some great kids and made life-long friends. I’ve watched and learnt from the example of various Musgrave Captains and am grateful that when I go to Senior School they will be familiar faces. I’ve gotten to know teachers who I never would have had the chance to meet if it wasn’t for the House system. I’ve had the opportunity to participate in so many House activities ranging from sport to music to speaking at House meetings and in Chapel and at Assembly. It has been an honour to represent the mighty House of Gold and assume a leadership position within it. Musgrave has been a big and important part of my life since I started at the Prep School. I am going to miss the passion, compassion, kindness and care that everybody in Musgrave shows towards each other. I want to thank our Housemaster, Mr Hamilton, and my fellow captains, Joseph Ryan, Harry Stapleton and Zac Elvin, for their support. Senior school… here we come.

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WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE ‘GREEN’?

I guess if you directed that question at a group of people anywhere in the world you would receive many and varied answers.

BRIAN ROWE

Shepherd Housemaster

The scientist would tell you it is the colour between blue and yellow on the spectrum, green like the colour of grass or emeralds. The environmentalist may say it is about saving the planet’s resources through recycling or using alternate energy. The American soldier may well say it’s about him/her as they wear green and are referred to as ‘being green’. Those brought up on Sesame Street may have Kermit spring to mind and the fact that “it’s not easy being green”. And the sci-fi fanatics may even say it’s about the ‘little green men from Mars’. But ask a young man at TSS Prep, Southport, and there is no question it’s about being in SHEPHERD HOUSE. To those in Shepherd House, green is more than a colour. It is a synonym for effort, commitment, mateship and service. To them it symbolises being in a family of sorts, and being a team player, inside the wider family and team that is TSS. We in the Green Machine take the many facets of being a ‘Shepherdite’ very seriously. We take seriously our commitment to service, and through the extravaganza that is the annual Shepherd House Cake Stall we raised a record amount of $4,075 for this purpose. This year the boys allocated $1,145 to support Nit Marady, our Cambodian student, through until July next year, to allow him to finish his secondary education. They also allocated $1,514 to the Kids Cancer Project to support research into childhood cancer, as Australia has one of the highest incidences of childhood cancer in the world, and currently childhood cancer is the leading cause of death by disease in Australian children. And $1,514 to Cystic Fibrosis Queensland, as they need to raise over $1 million a year to provide essential services such as counselling, free equipment hire, home physiotherapy, accommodation, advocacy, education

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programs and support for children during hospital stays The boys made the choices and I know are proud that in their own small and special way they have made a difference to those in need. Effort, commitment and mateship are all wrapped up in the House activities. We won House Music, House Swimming and House Cricket; at the time of writing the results of House Debating and Chess are not yet known; and continued to be competitive (and attempted to be hard to beat!) in House Touch, Tennis, Basketball, Soccer, Athletics and Cross Country. Truly it was an all-round good year, with many all-round good results. Congratulations also to those from our House who won individual awards and to those that went on to represent at the school, district, region and State level. There has been so much attempted and achieved in 2015 of which we can be immensely proud. Every House member has made a contribution to the team at some time, at some stage, and for that I sincerely thank you. Whether being ‘Mean and Green’ or ‘S–H–E–P–H–E–R–D’ – you have done well. To our Year 6s that now continue their remaining TSS journey over the road – a special ‘Well done!’ You have ‘greened up’ well! You have made a commitment to your House that I believe was even greater than the challenge you set yourselves way back in January. You can be well satisfied. You certainly did not let the Green of Shepherd fade under your watch. To our Captain, Louis Chabert, and his loyal and hardworking Vice-captains, Dane Lehndorf, Jordan Yoo and Ewan Stanich – please accept my thanks and those of all other Shepherdites. You have led your House well – be well pleased. So – what does it mean to be green? It really is that feeling; that pride; that enthusiasm; that raucous team spirit; that ‘awhoo-whoo-whoo whoo’; which is only known to the lucky boys that wear the green stripe down the righthand side of their sports uniform – the men who serve under the ram. GO GREEN!!!!


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Louis Chabert – House Captain I guess you can have OK years, good years or great years. For me, 2015 as the Shepherd House Captain would definitely be one of my greatest years ever… Having the privilege of being a Shepherdite throughout my TSS Prep life has been a true fun experience, and this year it has surely been an honour being able to lead such a great group of boys. A few of the many highlights include: Shepherd raising a recordbreaking amount of over $4,000 at the Shepherd House Cake Stall; defending the House Music competition; being so proud when so many Shepherd House boys ‘had a go’ at the swimming carnival and chipped away securing House points to contribute to an amazing victory at the House Swimming Carnival; and winning House Cricket. I am so proud of our team of boys who dig in deep to play their hardest for Shepherd House. I know it will be hard to leave Shepherd House at the end of the year, but I am excited as I move out of the Prep School and start my life as a senior student. Thank you, Shepherd, for all you have given to me over the past three years of my TSS life. I have enjoyed immensely making great friends across the year groups, the inspiration that is Shepherd, setting goals, and then working hard to achieve them. And there have been so many happy moments. As the years have gone by Shepherd has dug deeper and deeper into my heart. I will never forget Shepherd and I will always be grateful for the support from my Housemaster, House staff and the boys of the great Shepherd House. Go the mighty green machine! Jordan Yoo – House Vice-captain It has been an absolute honour to be the Vice-captain for the Mighty Machine of Green. Way back in 2012 when we had our first House meetings I always looked up to our leaders and wanted to be a leader myself, because I thought I had what it takes, and now here I am, as the Vice-captain of this great House. How good is that!

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There is a list of things Shepherd has taught me. One of them is how to lead a team into doing their best in everything they do. In fact, I reckon all the Shepherdites have learnt something valuable this year that they will hold going on into their futures. I would like to thank the Shepherd staff, boys and Mr Rowe for all they do to make Shepherd, Shepherd. Let’s go Shepherd! Ewan Stanich – House Vice-captain Being Vice-captain of the mighty Shepherd House has been one of the biggest thrills in my school life at Prep. Being in Shepherd was already awesome, but taking on a leadership position took it to a whole new level. Having a whole House believing in you is a great, yet humbling feeling that I will take through my entire school life. Coming into Year 6, I have felt a whole new responsibility in Shepherd, and having a leadership role was just the proverbial icing on the cake. It’s been one of the most memorable experiences in my life being a leader of my House and I am sad to leave it – but my time is up. However, I will always carry the ‘green spirit’ through my entire life. Thank you, Shepherd – it was a great experience – and an even greater honour. Dane Lehndorf – Vice-captain This year Shepherd has had a great year in sporting, music, cultural and service activities – and also House points. Successes in House Swimming, Touch, Cricket and Music! As a Vice-captain I have been delighted to see all the Shepherd boys work as hard as they can in all their areas of activity here at Prep. For instance, in the House Athletics Carnival when every point counted in the 800m race and, I know it’s not everyone’s strong point, but every single Shepherd boy ran it and not many of them walked. True Shepherd spirit! This year as a Vice-captain has been great, alongside Louis, Jordan and Ewan, and I believe it has been a very successful all-round year for Shepherd. I would like to thank all the teachers and all the Shepherd staff and boys for helping me throughout my TSS Prep journey. Thank you very much – and go the might green machine!


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BOARDING HOUSES


2015 and never has my saying “Our little Band of Brothers” been so true. From the start the House was full of life and lots of noise. Approximately 35 students have graced the halls of Rogers, all excited, nervous, some even a little homesick, a few very keen, and some a little quiet, but all ready to take the biggest change in their life and become a part of this uniquely wonderful year.

IAN BROWNE

Rogers Housemaster

HOUSEMASTER

MR IAN BROWNE

ASSISTANT HOUSEMASTER HOUSE CAPTAIN

The boys, each with their own characteristics, have brought a flavor, a feeling, a brotherhood to Rogers, and given the staff some challenges, but many, many more joys as well. We have seen them all grow in size, stature, strength, maturity and confidence. As staff we have seen them face challenges, be tested outside of their comfort zone, achieve little goals and conquer large ones. They have all pushed away their fears and ‘Had a Go’ at something new, different, and in some cases very scary. They have built relationships, and best of all, we have seen them bond together and make this work.

MR ROB WEHL LACHIE WRIGHT

MR TIM BROWNE MR ADAM MALLET MR HARRY SMITH MR CHRIS MCFARLANE MR SHAUN BENNETT MR LINDSAY CLOSE

MATRON MRS LIZ COOKSON-BUTLER MRS DONNA FUHRMANN (TERM FOUR)

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Brothers help you through tough times, pull you up when you’re down, and bring you back down to ground when you are up too high.

Brothers at times love you, hate you, protect and defend you. They will even sometime take the blame for you… they look out for you. But most of all, when you have a Brother, you have him for Life. That’s what I hope all of you now have, and will cherish for many, many years… A brother from your days in Rogers. Rogers House is a year of transition for many. Rogers combats this by using the motto “Get Involved…”.

HOUSE VICE-CAPTAINS JOE CASTER SOLOMON KASOKASON ACADEMIC PREP SUPERVISORS AND RESIDENT MASTERS

Brothers enjoy teasing you, annoying you, getting you in trouble, especially in front of parents.

Our House Crest sums it up best, • They come to Rogers from the four corners of the Australia and the world. • We meet in Rogers, we bond, we grow and we build relationships. • After a year in transition, they leave Rogers with wonderful memories for a new life experience in the one of the four Senior Houses of TSS. I talk a lot about “Our little band of brothers”. For some who have brothers you will understand, and for the boys this year, even if they don’t have a brother at home, they now have many here at TSS. So what are Brothers;

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We have gone from the beach to the bush, theme parks to the park having fun, sports and game, movies and trips just driving in the bus. The boys this year did just about everything the Gold Coast can offer. The smiles on the boys’ faces in our photos tells the story, a happy bunch, a happy few. On our photo album, as many have seen already, we have close to 3,000 pictures from just this year alone, and I’d like to say a BIG thanks to the students and many of the staff for all their help here. In particular our resident photographer, Mr B.


Rogers House This year we have constantly encouraged our Rogers’ boys to participate. “A busy boy, is a happy boy.” I have some very fond memories of seeing many of our young men trying something new…. Whether it be rugby, rowing, or even going on camp for the first time, not one of them ‘borked’ at the challenge, and with others encouraging them along, the memories for many boys will now last for ever. Some of my more vivid memories • Camp – seeing all of the Rogers boys lead from the front, impress the camp staff, never giving up, and showing up the Day Boys time and time again. A wonderful sight to see… • Rubin. “Mr Rugby” – he’d never played rugby union before, and we saw him playing ‘bullrush’ on the ovals, swatting others as he ran by them. He ultimately ended up in my 12As rugby side and scored a try or more every match. • Joe’s outstanding diligence and academic results for the year. Being the Dux of the grade, and yet so cool, calm and relaxed…. • The Annual Knee Rugby match v Second XV in the common room. Always a laugh… • Matron’s birthday parties and imaginative presents for the boys. • Mr Sport (Finn) and the joy when he returned to Rogers after scoring his first ton in cricket… • The two Rogers Sleepovers for 40 odd new boys, and how well all of the current boys got in and involved in making the ‘new’ boys feel very welcome. • Mr PNG time. My drive to the airport with JULIAN…. are we late, are we early… no, eventually just on time. • Even just watching each boy compete for their Senior House in the House Shield events, ie Tug of War, Swimming, Cross Country and Track & Field … I then felt this really epitomises why boys must get involved, take a challenge and be engaged. • And that is boarding…. Getting involved … play with your mates!

There were many notable performances by the members of Rogers House throughout the year. The academic expectations and workload at TSS can be very daunting for many newcomers. I personally thank our Academic Prep supervisors, Mr Lindsay Close, Mr Leigh Holtsbaum, Mr Adam Mallett, Mr Chris McFarlane, and lead by Mr Rob Wehl, who has been of great help to the House, especially in the very important academic area. Along with a combination of teaching staff including Mr Lindsay Close, Mr Matt Slattery, Mrs Paula Henry, Mr Rob Harris and especially Mr Karel Bos (who steps down at the end of this year as the Year 7 Coordinator), they have all guided and prodded the boys along in their schoolwork. Thank you to these Year 7 Core Teachers for all that they have done for our boys. Rogers House, however, is not just a building, walls and a floor, it is about the teamwork, community and people who contribute to its life and vitality.

Our Matron, Mrs Liz Cookson-Butler, has developed into the heart of Rogers House. She is always there with that nurturing hand or hug, a “clean your teeth” or a “let’s go together and tidy your locker”, “come on, let’s iron your clothes”. She has done a wonderful job, and I’d like to thank her very, very much for all her efforts over the past two years in the role as Matron. We hope she enjoys her new position in the Health Centre. Thank you… Term Four we welcomed a new Matron, Mrs Donna Fuhrmann. Straight away she fitted into the busy life that Rogers is and took the reins over with ease. I’d like to thank her also for her time in Rogers, and look forward to working with her for many years to come. This year we have been supported by a group of very able Resident Masters. Mr Chris McFarlane unfortunately left Rogers at the end of Term Three. Chris brought enthusiasm and vigor to the position, and we thank him for his time in Rogers.

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Our “renta” this year was Tom Parker (aka Ed Sheeran), who came to us from England. During his first six months with us he has enjoyed the ‘Aussie’ lifestyle, and next week goes on a true Aussie Adventure to see the rest of our wonderful country. To our remaining staff for next year, Mr Harry Smith, Mr Adam Mallet, Mr Leigh Holtsbaum, Mr Shaun Bennett and Mr Tim Browne, I’d like to also thank them for their help and support this year. Mr Rob Wehl as assistant Housemaster has brought energy, stability, a clear pastoral and academic focus to the House, and for me has been a fantastic support. Mr Wehl also organised this wonderful celebration and we all thank him for his hard work tonight. It’s been a big year for Mr Wehl, wife Jasmine and daughters Zoe and Brooklyn, as sadly now they leave TSS after many years at the Prep and Senior Schools and move off campus and to a new school. Thank you for your three years in Rogers, and please enjoy having your weekends back!

Finally, I must thank the boys. We have had a very special group of individuals this year. Each has his own character and special traits. But all the students in Rogers have excelled in one way or another. They have all been stars at one time throughout the past 12 months. Through all the ups and down of the school year it has been a pleasure to have these boys in the House, and I hope Rogers has played a significant role in nurturing these boys towards becoming outstanding young men.

YEAR 7 – ROGERS HOUSE GRADUATES

Mac Alexander Reilly Baker Nic Baltus Couper Baskus Tom Bassingthwaighte Andy Beale Kiirra Blight Joe Castor Wyle Cullimore Darcy Douglas Jack Dowling Rubin Duroux Jake Gillett Patrick Guppy Jordie Hawkins Mac Henwood

Hunter Houlahan Dominic Hui Lachlin Iland Brendan Johnstone Solomon Kasokason Dylan Kennedy Julian Lei Cam Macmillan Hugh McDonald Blake Moffat Sam Morris Sam Pearson Lucas Piper Finn Smith Cameron Vele Lachie Wright

ROGERS HOUSE TROPHIES 2015

Matron’s Trophy.....................................................Blake Moffat The boy who has been the most helpful and polite in assisting Matron in her daily duties within the House

Senior Scholar............................................................. Joe Castor

The Year 7 boy who has demonstrated the greatest proficiency and dedication in his academic work. Donated by the Hong Family

The Partridge Cup...............................................Darcy Douglas Awarded for academic improvement. The boy who has demonstrated the greatest academic improvement in his time in Rogers House

The Hastie Cup..........................................Solomon Kasokason For all-round development. The boy that has demonstrated the greatest proficiency in the greatest number of facets of school life.

Music Award.........................................................Cameron Vele The boy who has demonstrated his commitment to the School’s music program and has demonstrated his willingness to improve his musicals skills. Donated by the Thomas Family

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Rogers House Students’ Student of the Year................................... Lucas Piper This trophy is decided by the students themselves on a vote conducted in Term Four. The young man voted by his peers to be the Student of the Year will have shown Mateship, Loyalty, Brotherhood and Friendship to all. First presented by the 2013 Cohort as their gift to Rogers House

Most Improved Performance................................ Jack Dowling The before and after factor. The boy who has managed to turn himself around and as a result has made a worthwhile contribution to the House. Donated by the Jackson Family

The First “Best” Mate............................................... Kiirra Bligh The boy who is the most reliable, a sure support and always ready to lend a hand to his mates. Donated by the Castle Family

The Sportsman Award...............................................Finn Smith The boy who has demonstrated his commitment to the School’s sporting program, but has also demonstrated the qualities of sportsmanship and fair play. Donated by the Trollope Family

The Quiet Achiever Award..........................Couper Baskus and Hunter Houlahan Achievement by a boy in any field or fields of endeavour with the minimum of fuss. Donated by the Stirling and Lob families.

The Max Brady Table Tennis Trophy................ Couper Baskus House Pool Champion...........................Tom Bassingthwaighte Donated by 2012 Graduating Year

The Luke Glover Memorial Award..................... Lachie Wright Housemaster’s Award for High Proficiency and Good Citizenship

ROGERS 2015 SEATED ROW:

R. BAKER, MRS D. FUHRMANN (MATRON), N. BALTUS, MR H. SMITH, S. KASOKASON (HOUSE VICE-CAPTAIN), MR R. WEHL (ASSISTANT HOUSEMASTER), L. WRIGHT (HOUSE CAPTAIN), MR I. BROWNE (HOUSEMASTER), J. CASTOR (HOUSE VICE-CAPTAIN), MR A. MALLETT, M. ALEXANDER, MR T. BROWNE, C. MCMILLAN

SECOND ROW: MR T. PARKER, L. PIPER, K. BLIGH, S. PEARSON, R. DUROUX, B. JOHNSTONE, T. BASSINGTHWAIGHTE, D. HUI, D. KENNEDY, J. GILLET, J. LEI, P. GUPPY, MR S. BENNETT THIRD ROW:

A. BEALE, H. HOULAHAN, B. MOFFAT, C. BASKUS, W. CULLIMORE, J. DOWLING, L. ILAND, F. SMITH, D. DOUGLAS, C. VELE, H. MCDONALD, J. HAWKINS, S. MORRIS

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This was always going to be a strong year for Biddle House by starting the year with Charlie Wells as School Captain, Liam Cass as the Senior Cadet Under Officer and Emmanuel Nyathi as the School Sacristan. Jai Whitbread and Charlie Wells were Foundation Prefects and Liam Cass, Emmanuel Nyathi, Ben Wieland, Max Houlahan and Jack Curtis are Wardens. A really solid group of Year 12s.

ANDREW HAWKINS

Biddle Housemaster

HOUSEMASTER

MR ANDREW HAWKINS

ASSISTANT HOUSEMASTER MR CONAN BLAND HOUSE CAPTAIN

JAI WHITBREAD

HOUSE VICE-CAPTAINS

JACK CURTIS MAX HOULAHAN

Term One began with Biddle House being completely full for the first time since the refurbishment in 2013/4. In 2015 we welcomed many new families. In Year 8 we welcomed Josh Hardess, Will Muir, Charlie Rasheed and Hugo Burdon from Rogers House in to Biddle. Jason Li also joined us from a local Gold Coast primary school, but originated from China. In Year 9 we welcomed Zac Merrion’s younger brother, Taj, Charlie Bindon from Grafton, Matty Robinson from Shenghai and Jack Wiki from Brisbane. In Year 10 we welcomed Jeffrey Chen from Hong Kong, Year 11 Ben Hansen from Ayr in North Queensland, Alex Suwannalue from Jakarta and in Year 12 we welcomed Jacob Paulson from the Northern Rivers.

HOUSE SPORTS CAPTAINS BJ WIELAND BRANDON BOWEN HOUSE SACRISTAN MENTOR TEACHERS MATRON

ANDREW BERRYMAN AMY MCDONALD SOPHIE BOISSERY DENZEL WILSON KATE WARING

MRS TERESA MANWARING

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MR WILL BUREY MR MAX CHRISTENSEN MR DYLAN GOSS MR LUKE COCCO MR GUANGBO PI

In Term One we had the House Swimming Carnival and Cluster One that involves Tug of War and Tennis. The GPS Swimming, Rowing and Cricket seasons also got under way. Max Osborn swam very well at GPS Swimming and he and Cormac Kennedy-Leverett contributed to the greatest-ever winning margin in GPS Swimming history. Well done. Cormac Kennedy-Leverett also stroked the Open First VIII at the Head of the River in only Year 10 and went on to retain his title as the NSW Open Sculling Rowing Champion again in 2015. Max

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Houlahan, Zac Merrion and Liam Cass all played in the GPS Cricket First XI that received their Gold Pockets for winning the GPS Premiership. BJ Wieland also captained the Second XI to a premiership in 2015. Max has gone on to represent Queensland U19s in the State Championships and scored 138 v NSW at the titles.

Term Two is always busy with GPS Football and GPS Tennis, The Year 12 Formal, Cluster Two involving Football, Declamations and Volleyball, House and GPS Cross Country, House Track and Field and the House Drama Festival. This year’s theme for the House Drama Festival was ‘The Arrival’ written and directed by Nick Warren and Jai Whitbread. Thank you to Hugh Knudsen (Junior Division) and Ben Hansen (Senior Division) for representing Biddle in Declamations. Congratulations to BJ Wieland and Emmanuel Nyathi who both received Representative Blazers for GPS Cross Country. Term Three saw the GPS Rugby and Basketball Season with Jai Whitbread and Angus Blyth being regulars in the First XV. Congratulations to Jai for being promoted to Vice-captain of Rugby. The Debating teams also started in Term Three and it was nice to see Hugh Knudsen, Daniel Bowen, Nick Warren and James Blok all partake in Debating this year. We farewelled Hugo Burdon and Michael Black who both became Day Boys at the end of Term Three and we welcomed Lachie Christie-Adams from Surman House in Year 8. Term Four is GPS Track and Field and Gymnastics season as well as Cluster Three, the final House Cluster in Touch Football, Chess and Basketball. Congratulations to Josh Agnew who


Biddle House competed in Division 2 and Couper Baskus, who in Year 7 competed in the Open Division One team for TSS. Former Biddle boy David Makaryan also competed on the day and won his division on the rings. We also welcomed Scott Palombo from Moree in Term Four to Biddle House in Year 10. Well done to Jack Curtis who was named as the Vicecaptain of Athletics in 2015 and received his Representative Blazer.

The highlight for me this year was having 30 boys in the House with a diligence of less than two on a scale of 1-5. These boys join the selective group in the House called the “Onesy Club’. Jun Seo, James Blok, Daniel Bowen, Sandy Hickson, Josh Baker, Zac Merrion, Reilly Baker and Jeffrey Chen all made the Dean’s List in 2015 also – a great achievement. Thank you to long-serving Biddle Resident Master Will Burey who leaves us at the end of 2015. Finally, however, it is with much sadness that we farewell our Matron Teresa Manwaring this year as she begins retirement at the end of the year. Teresa has worked at TSS for 25 years and has been the Biddle Matron for 16 years. She is what any good boarding Matron optimises. A wonderful human being with a great sense of humour and a very strong mother’s instinct. She will be sadly missed. As a sign of gratitude the Headmaster, Mr Wain, approved the naming of the Year 10 Dorm to be forevermore known as the Manwaring Dorm. Her name joins Beck Hall and The Cottage as really important parts of the history of Biddle House and also TSS.

HOUSE CAPTAIN’S REPORT – JAI WHITBREAD

This year has been unforgettable with many memories, a lot of laughter and plenty of good times. One thing that has been extremely enjoyable this year was the annual House Shield competition. This competition consists of multiple clusters, including Touch, Athletics, Swimming, Volleyball, Football, Tug of War and many more. The winner of the shield is decided through a cumulative total of the points received from each Cluster. In each Cluster we competed in all boys involved put in 100% effort, which is all that I could hope for as House Captain. Unfortunately we did not finish where we would have liked and ended up 12th overall. However, I don’t believe this sums us up as a House or our year as a House and on that note there is only room for improvement next year. If you look past the placing of Biddle in the House Shield, this year has been extremely successful, filled with fun, laughter, a bit of Biddle touch and the ups and downs that come when teenage boys are put into boarding. The boys have had a real crack this year and all have immersed themselves in all aspects of TSS life. In the sporting arena a number of boys have played at the highest level possible for their chosen sport, representing the school in a First team and even representing their State. Also in the academic arena many boys have received numerous academic awards and been placed on the Dean’s List for excellence in their academic endeavours, along with 30 boys being in the Onesey Club who have received a diligence mark of below 2. Both academic and extracurricular achievements have been plentiful this year from the boys in the red, green and gold, which is truly outstanding. Biddle House does not only have the best location on campus, but it also has the best vibe in the boarding community. Biddle boys have a special bond that is similar to the Band of Brother’s motto that we talk about in the wider school community. Whether it’s in the House, around school or on the sporting field, Biddle boys stick together. A good example of this bond is seen through the games of Biddle Touch played every Wednesday afternoon, with boys from all grades getting involved. This is something that I have found

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truly special about Biddle House and I hope it is something that carries on for years to come. For the year to go as smoothly as it has there are a few people I must thank on behalf of all the boys. Mr Hawkins, we thank you for the amount of time and effort you put into making us the best people we can be, pulling us into line when needed and your attempt to throw banter whenever you can. You are a mentor and role model to us all. Along with Mr Bland you have been the backbone of Biddle for the past two years and we are all truly grateful for everything you have done for us over that time. To Mrs Hawkins, Isla, Mac, Mia and Harriet, your presence in and around the House is truly warming and is definitely something that will be missed by all the boys next year. Mr Bland, you are just like one of us boys, your bubbly, fun and kind-hearted nature is something that keeps the spirits high in the boarding house along with Gemma’s firstclass baking. To all the Mentor teachers, Mrs Kate Waring, Miss Sophie Boisery, Mr Denzel Wilson and Miss Amy McDonald, after seeing each of us every day I don’t know how you all survive, but we thank you for your help, support and guidance that has helped us all get through this year. Thank you to the resident masters for getting us to breakfast and school on time and just being able to have a laugh with us any time of the day. A special mention must also go to Mr Parsons who will unfortunately be leaving The Southport School after 17 years of service as a devoted mathematics teacher, Housemaster and Deputy Headmaster. On behalf of Biddle House and the school community I would like to thank you for your service to the school and your ability to joke with us, teach us, inspire us, but most importantly mentor us, as your words of wisdom have influenced both present students and Old Boys.

Last I would like to thank a very special person who is unfortunately leaving us after this year. Matron, we thank you for your continuous hard work and the everlasting things you do for us. From washing to sewing to feeding our hungry mouths and teaching us skills that will last a lifetime. Although sometimes we may seem unresponsive and unappreciative, we truly do respect the things you do for us and we cannot thank you enough as we know that the House

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could not function without you. We discovered this when you were away for just a week and both Max Christiansen and Jamie couldn’t keep up with the washing. We wish you luck in your retirement and hope that you can relax and enjoy yourself, as that is what you deserve. Words cannot describe how thankful we are to have had you help us through this chapter of our lives.

To the boys on the front table, the Valedictorians of 2015. It only feels like yesterday that we were signing the valedictorian pledge and here we are with only weeks left of our schooling lives. I hope that your years at TSS have been filled with memories, good times and lifelong mates. I thank you for welcoming me so warmly last year into the Biddle community and it has been a pleasure to see us almost finished another chapter of our lives by each other’s sides. Good luck in your future endeavours, may you be successful in whatever you do and we will always be Biddle brothers. I think it is only fair that we acknowledge those who have sacrificed the most for us to be where we are today. So on behalf of the boys I would like to thank our families for the love, hard work and support they show for us, as we are truly grateful. To the mums, I know how hard it must be to see your son go away to boarding school. I know my mum found it hard to send me off to boarding and I only live 40 minutes away. Finally, some words of wisdom for you boys in Years 7 to 11. Enjoy your time at this wonderful place as before you know it you will be sitting where the boys in front of me are and about to venture into the real world. Seize the opportunities that come your way and take nothing for granted. Work hard and strive to be the best you possibly can. Keep the traditions of Biddle House flowing and that of the School, because once your time at this amazing place is almost at an end, only then will you truly realise how special and unique it is. BIDDLE HOUSE IDEALS WEEK REPORT

As you are most probably aware our school is part of the Round Square that offers students wonderful opportunities that are facilitated by the association we have had since 1974.


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The last of the IDEALS foundations is Service. This is striving to achieve balance between self-improvement and self-denial in the interests of others. This is all combined with the formal skills of education. The school, through the Round Square philosophy and Mission Statement of the school, addresses the whole person, and the entire week is designed to assist boys in understanding sacrificial service. IDEALS Week was held at the end of Term Three and forms a very strong link with the community. Again in 2015 Biddle House had a strong presence in the Cadet Corps, with many of our boys heading out to Hidden Creek for the week on the Annual Army Cadet Camp or the Navy Camp at South Stradbroke. The seniors were either involved in assisting at Southport Park Shopping Centre or taking part in the Sony Foundation Camp hosted by TSS. A very worthwhile week and a wonderful display of service to the local and global community.

2015 BIDDLE HOUSE AWARDS YEAR 7

Half Colours Reilly Baker, Wyle Cullimore, Hunter Houlahan, Julien Lai, Cameron Vele Full Colours Couper Baskus Academic Award Winner Reilly J M Baker Academic Award Runner-up Cameron J Vele YEAR 8

Half Colours Lachie Christie-Adams, William Muir, Charles Rasheed Academic Award Winner Will J Muir Academic Award Runner-up Josh J Hardess YEAR 9

Half Colours Charlie Bindon, Dylan Clough, Nicholas Fleming, Zephaniah Henaway, Clayton Hoare, Taj Merrion, Hugh Knudsen, Matty Robinson, Jack Wiki

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Full Colours Daniel Bowen

Full Colours James Blok, Zac Merrion, Angus Wilson

Academic Award Winner Daniel Bowen

Academic Award Winner Tae Min

Academic Award Runner-up Zephaniah Henaway

Academic Award Runner-up Zachary Merrion

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YEAR 12

Half Colours Joshua Baker, Jeffrey Chen, Wayne Chui, Harry King, Hugh McNamee, Max Osborn

Half Colours Adam Miller, Jai Whitbread, Jack Curtis, Max Houlahan

Full Colours Sandy Hickson, Cormac Kenney-Leverett Academic Award Winner Josh Baker Academic Award Runner-up Jeffrey Chen YEAR 11

Half Colours Lachlan Ashby, Jack Butler, Ben Hansen, Bryan Lee, Max Marshall, Tae Hee Min, Max Kremmer Ryan, James Purton, Jack Rasheed, Will Schwarer, Jun Seo, Angus Blyth

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Full Colours Liam Cass, Nick Warren, Charlie Wells, Ben Wieland Academic Award Winner Nicholas Warren Academic Award Runner-up Jai Whitbread


Biddle House Manwaring Trophy.......................................................T.H. Min

MAJOR AWARDS

For Excellence

The Year 7 Overall Excellence Award..................... C.R. Baskus The Year 8 Overall Excellence Award........................ W. J. Muir Griffiths Family Trophy.....................................H.A. McNamee Awarded for Junior Leadership

Wrigley Family Award................................................. N. Warren For House Dux

Tyson Family Award..................................................B.J. Bowen For House Spirit

Wallace Family Trophy................................................ J.D. Baker Awarded to the Best Junior Academic

Howard Biddle Cup............................................J.W. Whitbread For Leadership

The K.A. Brooks Shield......................... C.L. Kennedy-Leverett For best Junior Sportsman

Biddle Family Cup...................................................... C.T. Wells

The Halpin Encouragement Award..........................J.P. Paulson For Special Effort

Greg Elkins Memorial Trophy.................................... J.L Curtis Housemaster’s Prize.......................................................J. Butler For the Most Improved

B.J. McGuckin Cup............................................... Z.B. Merrion For Year 11 Excellence

Puljich Family Trophy.............................................B.J. Wieland For Service to Biddle

V.B. Wright Shield..............................................M.W. Houlahan For Senior Sportsman

BIDDLE HOUSE SEATED ROW:

C.Z. TAYLOR, J.K. HAGEN-MULLINS, N. WARREN, A.D.A. MILLER, B.J. WIELAND, L. CASS, J.L. CURTIS, J.W. WHITBREAD, MR A. HAWKINS (HOUSEMASTER), MR C. BLAND (ASSISTANT HOUSEMASTER), M.W. HOULAHAN, C.T. WELLS, A.J. MCKENZIE, T. LI, J.P. PAULSON, B.J. BOWEN, E.D. NYATHI

SECOND ROW: MRS K. WARING, MR M. CHRISTENSEN, Z.B. MERRION, J.N. LEE, M. KREMMER RYAN, T.H. MIN, H. SEO, B.R. HANSEN, A.W. WILSON, J. BUTLER, A.J. BLYTH, J.C.B. RASHEED, L.L. ASHBY, J.W. PURTON, W.E. SCHWARER, J.R. BLOK, M.R. MARSHALL, F. STANTON, MRS T. MANWARING, MR D. WILSON THIRD ROW:

MR G. PI, MR W. BUREY, P.W. HUANG, K. CHIU, C.J. MARSHALL, J.H. CHEN, S.G.G. HICKSON, K.R. HAGEN-MULLINS, S. SUWANNALUE, C.L. KENNEDY-LEVERETT, H.A. MCNAMEE, H.D.P KING, M.J. OSBORN, M.J.R. BLACK, J.A.M. AGNEW, J.D. BAKER, Z.J. HENAWAY, MR A. BERRYMAN

FOURTH ROW: MR D. GOSS, D.P. CLOUGH, C.J. BINDON, J.A. BRUNSKILL, D.M. BOWEN, A. MAKHANYOK, A.L. SALIKIN, J.H. WIKI, M.H.B. ROBINSON, T.C. GIBSON, H.T.M. KNUDSEN, D.J. SMALLWOOD, N.J. FLEMING, T.J. MERRION, C.E. HOARE, MS S. BOISSERY FIFTH ROW:

H.J. HOULAHAN, C.J. VELE, C.S. RASHEED, W.N. CULLIMORE, W.J. MUIR, R. LI, J.J. HARDESS, J. LEI, H.R. BURDON, C.R. BASKUS, R.J.M. BAKER

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With time in the House comes different emotions and experiences. When I stand up at House meetings and share a story from 2011 only a handful of seniors can reflect and remember the names that have gone before. Each year a new set of Valedictorians will pass on their memories and experiences in this great House. “It takes a whole community to educate a child” Waverly Stanley (Yalari Organisation). We have that sense this year as family and extended friends have shared the journey with all the boarders and staff throughout the year in supporting our boys.

Delpratt Housemaster

MR KAREL BOS

ASSISTANT HOUSEMASTER MR KEN CONNORS HOUSE CAPTAIN HOUSE VICE-CAPTAIN

SAM SCOTT CHARLIE DALTON

HOUSE SPORTS CAPTAINS EMRY PERE BROCK THORNBURGH GREGORY GOOK HOUSE SACRISTAN

Mr Chris Thevenot, Resident Master, French teacher, who joined us at the beginning of the year, will be leaving. Mr Benny Kadralevu, Resident Master, who is heading home at the end of the year after spending the year with us from his homeland Fiji. Mr Andy Bowers – Kaiser Valedictorian and Resident Master Mr Rich Mutton – Radcliffe Valedictorian and Resident Master Mr Bruce Lawrie – Melbourne Valedictorian – Resident Master

KAREL BOS

HOUSEMASTER

I would like to thank a number of staff tonight who have played an integral role in this growth and education for 2015:

We all play that part as mentors for these young men and I must extend a big thank you to the families who have cared for boarders throughout the term on leave – some of them other boarders and friends.

We say farewell to Mr Ken Connors and his family. I would like to thank Ken, Simone, Zane and Sonny for their support of the House and its families. Whether it be taking boys to the beach for a surf or having a ‘shake and dog’ night with the Year 9s on a Sunday, their contribution in the lives of these boys will not be forgotten.

SAM FINLAYSON

MENTOR TEACHERS MR MIKE WALLACE MR MITCHELL BUCKLEY MR MARK HERRIMAN MR LEIGH HOLTSBAUM MATRONS

MRS THERESE JONES MRS HEATHER HAIMES MRS ALEXIS BOS

RESIDENT MASTERS MR ANDY BOWERS MR RICH MUTTON MR CHRIS THEVENOT MR BENNY KADRALEVU MR BRUCE LAWRIE

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This community never forgets tradition and history and again we are privileged to continue our strong association with our Founder’s Family. Professor Janet Delpratt, Barbara Johnson and Catherine Hambling recognised and celebrated their father’s legacy in the 100th year anniversary of the ANZAC landing this year with a fitting tribute at the Sir John Oxley Library.

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We welcome Mr Josh McQueen and his wife Lisa in 2016. The McQueen family have had an extensive background in teaching and are expecting their first child in the New Year. This will be an exciting new chapter for the Boarding House.


Delpratt House House and I will organise a plaque with all the family names who contributed to this project. We say farewell to someone who I would consider a very influential mentor in my time here at TSS. Mr Alan Parsons leaves the School at the end of the year and I would like to thank him for his on-going support of this house and commitment to the School over the years. THE VALEDICTORIANS: HOUSE AND VICE–CAPTAIN

Charlie’s messages at House meetings and encouragement when it was needed made a profound impact on the House. On occasions it was exactly what the house needed to hear at the time. You were never afraid to be humble and your drive and passion to make sure the spirit of the House and School was heard in Chapel singing will be long remembered in Delpratt. MATRONS

Mrs Therese Jones, thank you again for your enthusiasm and energy that you bring to Dellie. This same exuberance and positivity that was witnessed at your interview is alive and well every day you are on duty.

Sam should be proud of how he has led the entire Boarding community as Head Boarder. You never took this role for granted and your ability to consult and collaborate on decisions speaks highly of your maturity and growth as a young man.

Mrs Heather Haimes, you always have the boys’ best interests at heart. Thank you for the juices at morning tea and your beautiful painting of ‘The Gateway’. This has helped the House raise over $2,000 this year for the outdoor courtyard area for Delpratt. Mrs Alexis Bos, thank you for supporting our family through this boarding journey and sharing all the emotions that come with this. DELPRATT MENTOR TEAM

The Mentor team continually foster a rigorous academic culture and tone that makes sure our boys are reaching their potential. Mr Holtsbaum – new Rogers Assistant Housemaster – should be leaving us next year but has asked to stay at Dellie in 2016. This commitments and loyalty to the boys is admirable. Mr Herriman has enjoyed 11 years now with Delpratt – A true mentor who is so generous with his time, wisdom and advice. Mr Herriman is a very well respected staff member. Mr Wallace, thank you to the Wallace family and their thoughtful presence in boarding – this care and concern doesn’t go unnoticed in this community. Mr Buckley is our resident musician who we would love to see back in boarding one day. The shortest retirement in the History of Boarder reps… Thank you again to Sonya and The Greenup family for their support and time for the boys in Dellie. I would also like to mention Anabelle Boardman and her idea of a House syndicate to raise funds for our outdoor BBQ area. The painting, ‘The Gateway’, will now be donated back to the

DELPRATT HOUSE OFFICE–HOLDERS SEATED ROW:

C.E.H. DALTON, MR K. BOS (HOUSEMASTER), S.D.R SCOTT

SECOND ROW: C. PETERSON, B.R. THORNBURGH, E.Q. PERE, G.I. GOOK

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It has been an honour to witness the growth in all these young men in the House. Special mention must go to the following boys who have received some great honours in the wider school community: • Emry Pere (Representative Blazer) • Elliot Starr (Representative Blazer) • Cody Gager (Representative Blazer) • Tim Peterson (Representative Blazer) • Sam Scott (Representative Blazer) • Dechlan Day (Representative Blazer) • Sean Gray (Representative Blazer) • Sam Scott – Vice-captain of Boats • Elliot Starr – Vice-captain of Basketball • Tim Peterson – Captain of Tennis • Jabreeni Fogarty – Warden of the Southport School • Tim Peterson – Warden • Charlie Dalton – Warden • Sam Scott – Foundation Prefect ‘Being a male is a matter of birth, being a man is a matter of age, but being a Delpratt Gentleman and Valedictorian is a matter of choice’… Continue this well past these doors and walls. Tasche Sans Tache

HOUSE CAPTAIN’S REPORT – SAM SCOTT

As we come to an end of what has been another exciting and rewarding year, I reflect on the House as a whole and my own personal journey over the past five years here in the prestigious House we affectionately call “Dellie”. I must say I have made some lifelong friendships that will last with me for ever. My journey began in 2010 as a “Rogers” boy. In 2011 I started my transition up into Delpratt House – Having eight Year 8s start with me back in 2011. Now, still having six of the original Year 8s with me about to graduate in two weeks, feels pretty good as they are by my side until the end. Throughout the year of 2015 it has been a very successful year for Delpratt House, not just with our great House Cluster results, but also our academics and what all the boys strive for – their best diligence results. Dellie has had the best average among the Boarding Houses all year, which is an outstanding effort. We finally cracked the 2.0 average and managed to achieve a 1.875 average as an entire House with no boy over 3.0. – Congratulations, boys. The year then commenced with our thoughts turning towards the House Shield competition. All of us knew it was going to be a tough road as many of the 12 Houses showed positive results in the early stages of the year. The camaraderie and spirit of the House shone through with the very first House Clusters of the year, Tug of War and Tennis. Here we witnessed one of TSS’s First IV Tennis players, Tim Peterson, rip it up on the court with Zac Berney to take out a close second place in the House Tennis. The next event was the Tug of War. Encouraged by personal coaching from Mr Wallace (the Coach of the First XV Rugby), the big boys of the House, Emry Pere and Elliot Starr, led the Tug of War to another second place, but we finished a close first overall in the Cluster, which saw us set up well for the remainder of the year.

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Delpratt House Cross Country is always a challenge. In preparation for it, the House ran 2-3 times a week around the school and even to the beach on Friday mornings with the goal of taking out the House Cross Country. We finished third with special thanks to the Sports Captains, Emry, Brock and Greg, for getting the House up early every morning to run. And special mentions to Greg, who is still running every day of the week in preparation for next year. Finally, the last House Cluster of the year where we had Touch, Basketball and Chess and was viewed to be the most memorable, not just by me, but I believe by the whole of the House. Our final Touch game saw all the seniors on the field together playing their last Cluster as Dellie boys. The Basketball boys came a close third led by three of our First players, Cody, Sean and Elliot. As House Captain, I have to say that the highlight for me this year was the fact that we had all the Years 8, 9 and 10 boarders in our House down at all the events supporting. All the seniors appreciated this and we say thank you. Memories that should last forever.

Although we didn’t finish the House Shield with the goal we had set out to achieve at the start of the year, finishing sixth overall, I can still say we were very happy with the efforts by all the boys in the House, and a special thank you to the seniors who have led the House by example this year. I would like to thank the Mentor teachers for the endless hours you all put in week in week out, monitoring our DI tracking and other various things we do at school, and special thanks to my mentor teacher Mr Wallace, who I have had for the past five years, pointing us in the right direction and making sure I am set for after school life. The Resident Masters are like big brothers to all the boys in Dellie, and are always there when on duty telling us what their time was like and sharing their memories.

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Delpratt House Matrons: Mrs Haimes’ incredible ability to sew our clothes and Mrs Jones and Mrs Bos for ensuring our uniforms are in line before going to school – thank you.

We say farewell to Mr Connors – Thank you, sir, for pointing us in the right direction in the House. Housemaster Mr Bos and his family, we thank you for your continuous support throughout what has been one of the most memorable schooling years of my life. You have always been pointing the boys in the right direction and making adjustments to the way the House is run, in the correct matter, and for this we seniors say thank you. To my parents for giving me this unbelievable opportunity at such a great school. Your support over my past six years here has been second to none, and I don’t think I could thank you enough. To my fellow graduating seniors of 2015, the time has come for us to finish one of our most unforgettable chapters in our lives. The challenges we have faced and overcome as a group together. I thank you all for your endless support this year in the House. I think about how close we are as a group of young men. You led the House well with pride and spirit, and you have supported me and taken the weight off my shoulders when needed. For that I am very grateful. Vice-captain Charlie and sports captains Greg, Brock and Emry – thank you for your strong and ambitious drive in helping lead the House this year. To the rest of the Dellie boys I am sure you have learnt from this year’s senior cohort and enjoyed your time with us. I know I am speaking on behalf of the seniors when I say this, but you’re all a great bunch of blokes and we wish you all the very best in your years to come in Dellie. Finally, it’s now time for us to hand the reins over to next year’s seniors. Good luck and just remember we are a House full of respect and traditions, so it’s your responsibility to

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keep these key aspects alive throughout Dellie in years to come. We Dellie boys are known to be the heart and soul of TSS. Remember while in your final years here to take every opportunity that arises. Good luck in 2016, it’s up to you to keep the spirit and long-lasting traditions of Dellie alive. Tasche Sans Tasche. Honor without Blemish DELPRATT HOUSE IDEALS WEEK REPORT

We are a ‘Round Square’ school and this provides a wonderful opportunity for all our students during IDEALS Week to exercise the values that underpin a ‘Round Square’ school. Service plays an integral part of this week and the Delpratt boys were certainly busy during this time. IDEALS Week was held at the end of Term Three and forms a very strong link with the community. Delpratt Boys again were involved in the Annual Army and Navy Cadet camps at South Stradbroke and Hidden Creek locations, and many boys supported local communities and schools in service to specific areas around Southport and the Tweed. Three senior boys, Andrew Bucknell, Charlie Dalton and Tim Peterson, were heavily involved in the SONY Camp Foundation Week where TSS students cared for boys with disabilities. HOUSE AWARDS YEAR 7

YEAR 10

The Wood Trophy........................................ William Donaldson Best Junior All-rounder

The Herbert Melbourne Memorial Trophy..... Tom Taylor and Most Outstanding Sportsman Jake Jones The Centenary Trophy............................................ Cody Gager For outstanding contribution to the House by a new boy this year

The Bishop Hardie Trophy.............Gus Cowan and Tegan Pye Junior Scholar

The Walkden-Brown/O’Neill Prize........................ Hugh Scott Most Improved Year 10

The Buckland Family Trophy.............................Jake Johnstone Pastoral Care to the House Years 9 and 10

The Strong Family Trophy............................Charlie Boardman For House Spirit

The Mrs Loffel Trophy............................................... Kyle Lowe Most Outstanding Swimmer

YEAR 11

The Bell Memorial Trophy........................................ Jake Dight Best Academic Achievement in Year 11

The Carmichael Prize............... Tom Cunich and Dechlan Day Most Outstanding Year 11 Sportsman

The Maurice and Mary Delpratt Trophy............ Sam Finlayson Best All-rounder

The Bishop Adrian Charles Award............................ Joe Castor Best Year 7 Academic Scholar

YEAR 12

Sport and Cultural Award..........................Solomon Kasokason

The Housemaster’s Prize............................................Sam Scott

YEAR 8

The Bishop John Matthews Trophy...................Charlie Dalton

The Most Improved Award ...........Jack Atthow and Ben Stuart The Matron Brown Prize............... James Ware and Ben Owen For Best Academic Year 8

The Twist Trophy................................................. Hamish Dight Most Outstanding Year 8 Sportsman

The‘Lobwein’ Music Award......................................James Ware For Outstanding Contribution to Music at the School

YEAR 9

For Leadership and Service – the House Captain

The House Vice-captain

The Strong Family Trophy..................................Charlie Dalton For House Spirit

The G.W. Johnson Prize.......Greg Gook and Andrew Bucknell For Service to the House (Excluding Captain and Vice-captain)

The Flower Trophy................................................ Tim Peterson Most Outstanding Tennis Player

The Craig Smith Prize........................................... Tim Peterson Most Outstanding Achievement in Drama

The Davis/O’Neill Prize.....Dougal Coleman and Jaidan Jones

The Starr Prize....................................................... Tim Peterson

Most Outstanding Year 9 Sportsman

For Academic Achievement in Year 12

The Best Diligence Average in the House.......Lochie Patterson

The Norman & Lever Prize....................................... Emry Pere

The Kennaugh Family Trophy.........................Lochie Patterson

Best Academic Achievement

The Buckland Family Trophy................ Howie Bassingthwaite Pastoral Care to the House – Years 9 and 10

Most Outstanding Rugby Player

P.R. Ward Trophy.............................. Elliot Starr and Sean Gray Outstanding Service as Dormitory Captain

The Ballantine Cup...........................Sam Scott and Elliot Starr Most Outstanding Year 12 Sportsman

Art Excellence Award....................................Brock Thornburgh

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DELPRATT HOUSE SEATED ROW:

J.M. FOGARTY, C. PETERSON, L. MAO, B.R. THORNBURGH, E.Q. PERE, S.H.W. GRAY, S.D.R. SCOTT, MR K. BOS (HOUSEMASTER), MR K. CONNORS (ASSISTANT HOUSEMASTER), C.E.H. DALTON, E.D.J. STARR, R.A.M. TAYLOR, G.I. GOOK, B.J.B. STANLEY, A.W. BUCKNELL, T.G.B. STUART

SECOND ROW: MR M. HERRIMAN, MR M. BUCKLEY, I.D. WOODS, S.A. GREENUP, T.R.B. PYE, J.C. THORNBURGH, H. LIU, M.E. KELLY, J.C. DIGHT, Z.M.A. BERNEY, D.P. DAY, M.J. CAVANOUGH, T.W. CUNICH, J.H. JOHNSTONE, C.J. BOARDMAN, S.D. FINLAYSON, W.A.S. ALEXANDER, MR M. WALLACE THIRD ROW:

MR C. THEVENOT, T.J. RIGBY, J.C. JONES, K.K. BLIGH, L. NONA, K.J. LOWE, T.D.M. TAYLOR, J.G. JONES, C.J. GAGER, A.W. COWAN, H.B.R. SCOTT, W.G. DONALDSON, Y. LI, L.T.M. PATTERSON, J.L. HAWKINS, MR L. HOLTSBAUM

FOURTH ROW: MRS H. HAIMES, J.J. KELLY, B.B.B. STUART, H.J. DIGHT, H.S. BEIRNE, J.L. ATTHOW, H.A. BASSINGTHWAIGHTE, D.J. COLEMAN, R.J. HARTE, C.D. FISHER, J.F. WARE, H.W. CHANDLER, B.A. OWEN, MRS T. JONES FIFTH ROW:

M.G.S. ALEXANDER, A.R. BEALE, R.D.R. DOUGLAS, K.M. BLIGH, T.A. BASSINGTHWAIGHTE, L.F. PIPER, S.M. KASOKASON, J.C. CASTOR, J.C. MACMILLAN

ABSENT:

MRS A. BOS

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Raising boys is something of an allconsuming process... the highs and lows... the triumphs and tragedies... the laughs and dramas... the times when your heart swells with pride... and those times when you wonder what alien being has taken up residence in the House. People who are familiar with this business of raising boys will sometimes ask me why on earth I would want to take on the job of living with 80 of them? I have a ready answer to this question. Yes, it’s certainly a job for which I am paid... but in that respect it’s a job a bit like that of the family who owned the old corner shop...

TONY WATT

McKinley Housemaster

HOUSEMASTER

MR TONY WATT

ASSISTANT HOUSEMASTER

MRS ELEANOR MACKIE

HOUSE CAPTAIN

JOCK OATES

HOUSE VICE-CAPTAINS

TYLER GILLOTT MARK SIMMONS

HOUSE SPORTS CAPTAINS

CALLUM ELLIOT OLIVER SNOW

HOUSE SACRISTAN

JACK STAINES

HOUSE CULTURAL CAPTAIN

DOM MAURICI

MENTOR TEACHERS MATRONS

MR KESHLAN CHINIA MR JOHN GAYTON MR ROB COOKE MR ALAN PARSONS

MRS JULIE MANDER MRS SHARON BIELANOWSKI

RESIDENT MASTERS

MR TOM THACKRAY MR DAVID THOMAS MR JEREMY COPE MR TROY REES MR YIANNOS KOZAKIS

... they were open seven days a week... they worked the shop downstairs then walked upstairs to go home... they were always there because the job, the home, the customers and the family were inseparable... it was a complete way of living... and in living that life, those shop owners became enmeshed with their community... involved with the lives of the people who walked through the shop door... ... their customers ceased to be just a source of an income and became something of an extended family. To work in Boarding is very much like that... an experience that’s unique in a fast-paced modern world... a world in which human contact is increasingly at “digital arms length” and “career path” often denotes a lack of commitment to anyone other than one’s self. Boarding is not a job... it’s a delightfully old-fashioned concept... it’s a vocation. Check the definition of vocation and you’ll get the picture... a calling or summons... a function or service to which one is called by God. To become involved in Boarding is to answer that calling... to become involved, deeply involved, in the daily lives of the boys... there’s no time out... it’s full time and full-on. You see the very best and the very worst... the roller-coaster ride of

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emotions as they grow towards manhood... you share their victories small and large... you walk with them through their defeats, disappointments and heartaches... you are their sword and shield... their greatest supporter and most honest critic... It’s human engagement at the most fundamental level... a close relationship of both social and emotional aspect... the impact you can have on a boy’s life may be enormous... maybe even lifechanging... so it’s a privilege, a profound responsibility and a great learning curve... for everyone. Tolerance, understanding, compassion, a sense of belonging and an ability to laugh and not take yourself too seriously are all invaluable acquisitions that the entire House family pick up on that learning curve... I say entire House family, because the House embraces not just the boys, but the staff... and the staff underpins the culture and ethos of the House. The McKinley House staff is second to none and I wish to acknowledge its members. The McKinley Mentor Teachers of Keshlan Chinia, Rob Cooke, John Gayton and Alan Parsons. You’re the men who greet and oversee the boys each morning and who work to develop a fundamental and vitally important relationship with them. We thank you for your work again this year in the House. Our Resident staff – Tom ‘Thackers’ Thackray, Dave Thomas, Jeremy Cope, Troy Rees and Yiannos Kozakis – are truly first class... they’re genuinely interested in your sons and go that extra mile for them as they travel with them on their boarding journey. When I pop into the House for a walk around I find it enormously reassuring to see our Resident Masters so involved in the lives of the boys… I see Masters who aren’t even on duty mixing openly and freely in the common room simply because they want to be there… lads, you make a huge difference… thank you for the care you show our McKinley boys.


McKinley House The great novelist Joseph Conrad is on record as saying... “Being a woman is a terribly difficult task, since it consists principally of dealing with men.” Matron and Mrs Mackie, both of whom have been an indispensable part of McKinley House and whose support and wisdom has been a constant in my role as Housemaster and a shining example to the boys of McKinley.

to burn, and she’s never been less than totally committed to expending it for the benefit of all in McKinley. Perpetually optimistic and bright, she possesses a sparkling sense of humour, is on the ball and has the remarkable ability to know when to act and think slowly and when to act and think quickly. She always has a handle on the bigger picture and places the overall wellbeing of all people at the centre of everything. Mrs Mac has been unfailingly loyal to all in McKinley. She loves the boys and the boys love her and will miss her. As for myself I will sorely miss her wisdom and guidance. Eleanor, you have been my more than able assistant in McKinley, you have been my sounding board, my compass throughout these years. Your contribution to McKinley may comprise only a small component of what is widely regarded as a legendary commitment to the School, yet McKinley will be forever grateful for it. To the 2015 House Captain, Jock Oates. The 2015 school year will soon draw to a close and bring with it the end of a sevenyear relationship spanning two schools.

Housemasters may come and go, but for the past nine years collectively these extraordinary women have been the backbone of the House, holding things together behind the scenes, their efforts perhaps not always seen, but certainly always felt.

In that time, a larrikin boy from Boomi may basically have remained that larrikin, yet I have witnessed a remarkable growth in maturity and inner strength and of a true leader. After an indifferent start you have excelled in this role. You successfully guided the House – particularly the senior group – to a House Shield winning year, but more importantly, you created a collective tone

I spoke earlier of the term vocation as an old-fashioned concept, and in the kindest and most respectful way possible, Matron, you also reflect the precious values of another era.

The McKinley community would also like to wish Mr Alan Parsons every success and we encourage him to wear his Mickey tie with pride.

You never compromise your character or integrity and as such you stand as a powerful role model to the boys. You approached each and every day with the boys’ interests first and last. You were their advocate, and their voice. Consistent with your nature, your expectations were quite rightly high. Whether it was a dorm area, a uniform detail or the kitchen, you always expected that things should be done properly – for no other reason than they could be. In this you created a culture in which attending to the small stuff mattered. As an example, on a Sunday evening I would never say to young Tom McCormack: “You’d better clean up that area.” Instead I would simply say: “I want to be here when Matron sees this in the morning.” This always brought a quick response from Master McCormack. Matron, one of your greatest, although perhaps not readily seen assets, is your sense of humour. With its slightly naughty edge it always generates laughter. Your wit, quirks and sayings will forever enliven the memories you bestow upon me and the boys. If sainthoods are on offer, Eleanor Mackie must be at the head of the line. At 70 years of age she seems to have energy

MCKINLEY HOUSE OFFICE-HOLDERS SEATED ROW:

M.R. SIMMONS, J.M.A. OATES, MR T. WATT (HOUSEMASTER), MRS E. MACKIE (ASSISTANT HOUSEMASTER), T.J. GILLOTT

SECOND ROW: C.J. ELLIOT, D.V. MAURICI, J.D. STAINES, O. SNOW

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HOUSE CAPTAIN’S YEAR IN REVIEW

McKinley House Supper is a very special celebration, one that recognises the diverse and exceptional successes of McKinley students throughout what has been an incredible year. 2015 has seen countless improvements and progressions, with noticeable change in boys of all ages. The average McKinley Diligence has skyrocketed up, improving from 3.08 to 2.21 in the past few years. It has been great to see the House united in achieving this goal. Additionally, many boys from McKinley earnt a position on the Dean’s List this year, which is an exceptional achievement. But our academic successes do not end there. Two of our McKinley Seniors, Oliver Snow and Yinuo Han, were given the honour of captaining the Academic First XVI. Since their arrival into McKinley late last year they have both experienced incredible success. Yinuo has even represented on the international stage, travelling to India to compete in a prestigious physics competition. Culturally, this has been one of McKinley’s strongest years. Led passionately by our first-ever Cultural Captain, Dom Maurici, we have excelled in Music, Drama and Art. It was wonderful to see four members of McKinley take part in the School Musical, Guys and Dolls, earlier this year. House Drama was also a great success, where we achieved fourth place and were awarded the Adjudicator’s award. Boyd Radel took on the challenge of Junior declamations and came second, helping to secure our first-place victory in this event.

this year. It is an incredible team effort, and we as a House are so proud to bring it back to McKinley.

MCKINLEY HOUSE AWARDS 2015

The Mackie Prize.......................................................Finn Smith All-round Effort and Achievement

Morisson Family Shield..... Logan Jones and Tom McCormack Year 8 Quiet Achievement and Spirit

M.P. Muir Shield................................................Jock Thompson Dux of Year 8

J. Winn Trophy.................................................... Hudson Meyer Year 8 Outstanding Sportsman

Gary Fox Trophy.........................................................Alan Finall Year Quiet Achievement and Spirit

Garth Wynn Trophy...........................................Hugh Robinson Dux of Year 9

S.M. Lahey Memorial Award..................................Ben Kinivan

Year 9 Outstanding Sporting Ability in School and House Sporting Endeavours

T.Y. Morrissey Trophy.............................................. Boyd Radel Junior House Spirit

This year incredible amounts of McKinley boys took part in GPS Sport. It’s always great seeing the camaraderie that these McKinley boys display on and off the field, and this can certainly be put down to the bonds created in the house. Many boys from McKinley were also selected to represent the school in First teams, for Rugby, Rowing, Tennis, Soccer, Cricket. This sporting prowess effectively translated to success in numerous House competitions. McKinley won both House Cross Country and Track and Field by outstanding margins. We remained consistently solid through Swimming, Basketball, Touch. In doing so, as I’m sure you’re well aware, we won the 2015 House Shield. This is the first time we have won it since 2007, and I know that it is a testament to the hard work that every single boy has put in

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The McInnes Prize – Junior...............................Mitchell Lovett Awarded to a boy who has excelled in cultural activities, especially Drama

J.A. Collins Shield.................................................. Danny Shum Junior Dux of McKinley House

R.B. Chandler Award...........................................Mitch Backler Awarded for Outstanding Effort in all aspects of House and School life in Years 9 and 10

The Gillham Family Trophy....................................Ben Gibson Awarded for Excellence in Sport while Displaying Integrity

The A.W. Servante Trophy.....................................Cooper Curr Awarded to a boy in Years 7-9 for Specific or General Improvement as chosen by the Housemaster


McKinley House The Cameron Herbert Shield.........................Andrew Turnbull Awarded to a boy in Years 10-12 for Specific or General Improvement as chosen by the Housemaster

The Murphy & Wehl Trophy ................................. Sam Curran

Bassingthwaighte Shield............................................ Yinou Han Year 12 Dux of McKinley House

McGuckin Shield................................................Mark Simmons For Leadership shown through Personal Example

Leadership in Year 11

Matron’s Award.............................................................Jesse Layt Dux of Year 11

The Morris Cup....................................................... Rory Meyer Year 11 Quiet Achievement and Spirit

The C.K. & G.F. Richards Trophy......................... Oliver Snow This is awarded to the boy who is judged to have made the best all-round performance in School and House activities in a wide range of areas; contributions must have been made in sport, academics, cultural activities and community spirit

The Spirit of McKinley Trophy.................................Jock Oates

The McInnes Prize – Senior.................................Dom Maurici Awarded to a boy who has excelled in cultural activities, especially Drama

This is awarded to the boy who has best displayed through his commitment and behaviour in House Activities that elusive spirit and example for which the House is known

R.J. Scholefield Memorial Award....................... Andrew Bridle This Award is given to the boy who, in the opinion of the Housemaster, Assistant Housemaster and House Captain has given his all. The House Captain, Vice-captain and Lion Winners are ineligible

R.J. Irwin Award...................................................... Tyler Gillott This is awarded to a Senior boy who has given Outstanding Service to McKinley House and his School in all aspects of School life

H.A.T. Biddle Memorial Trophy..........................Callum Elliot This is awarded by the Housemaster to the boy who has brought credit upon himself and the House through his achievement in sport

MCKINLEY HOUSE SEATED ROW:

O. SNOW, S.D. YABSLEY, J.T.L. SWAN, J.D. STAINES, D.V. MAURICI, R.G. MACKENZIE, M.R. SIMMONS, J.M.A. OATES, MR T. WATT (HOUSEMASTER), MRS E. MACKIE (ASSISTANT HOUSEMASTER), T.J. GILLOTT, D.T. LEAHY, J.A.R. LEAVY, C.J. ELLIOT, A.N. BRIDLE, F.W.J. CHAPMAN, L.M. COLQUHOUN, E.S.H. TAULELEI

SECOND ROW: MR K. CHINIA, Y. HAN, R.D. MEYER, H.E.A. OATES, A.G. HALSTEAD, D. WANG, J.J. RUSSELL, J. CHEN, J.L. CRAIN, S.R.B. CURRAN, J.T. LAYT, K. SIMS, C.R. HAYDEN, L.V. SEHMISH-LAHEY, R.C. GOODHEW, E.E.J. SIGGS, J.M. CURR, L.C. MEYER, MR J. GAYTON THIRD ROW:

H.L. KING, N.H. LEE, T.R. SIMON, A.B. TURNBULL, H.M. GREEN, M.M.E. LOVETT, W.S. BROWNING, L.T. GILLETT, R.C. GALL, M.W.V. METRO, S.A. MOFFAT, C.A. JACKSON, F.K. MCELROY, N.L. LADNER, D.B. RADEL, M.J. BACKLER, MR R. KEMP

FOURTH ROW: B.M. RADEL, S.H. SHUM, S.B. HONEYSETT, T.J. HONEYSETT, F.S. BONGERS, J. POTTER, M.E.T. TURNBULL, G.R. SWAN, M.C. MACKENZIE, H.K. ROBINSON, P.K.K. NADAKUITAVUKI, S.K.T. MCCARTHY, R. HIROSE, B.J.L. GIBSON, D.P. PRESCOTT FIFTH ROW:

T.H. MCCORMACK, D.S. HUI, T. MORT, S.H. BLACK, B.F. KINIVAN, L.R. JONES, J.H. THOMPSON, C. CURR, A.T. FINALL, C.J. DOUYERE, Z.B. BALTUS, H.J. MEYER

SIXTH ROW:

B.T. MOFFAT, F.D.L. SMITH, S.W. PEARSON, B.E. JOHNSTONE, J.R. GILLETT, J.W. DOWLING, N.A. BALTUS

ABSENT:

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DANIEL BROWN

Thorold Housemaster

HOUSEMASTER

MR DANIEL BROWN

ASSISTANT HOUSEMASTER MR ADRIAN BLUNDELL HOUSE CAPTAIN

HUGO MAYSON

HOUSE VICE-CAPTAIN

LACHLAN FINLAY

HOUSE SPORTS CAPTAINS HOUSE SACRISTAN

ANGUS ALLEN CALUM BALL

MUNRO UNDERWOOD

MENTOR TEACHERS MR ANDREW STALLING MR STEPHEN EARDLEY MR BRUCE RUTHERFORD MRS ROBYN GIBSON MATRON

Following the success of the Shield win in 2014, the boys of Thorold this year were keen to ensure that we secured the Shield for back-to-back wins. House officials Hugo Mayson (Captain), Lachlan Finlay (Vice-Captain), Calum Ball and Angus Allen (Sports Captains) started their planning early and we knew that the first event in the pool would be a defining start to the Shield campaign. As it happened our afternoon went wetter than expected with a solid eighth place and top Boarding House. Cluster One was also a success with a pleasing fifth place overall at the end of Term One. Term Two saw Cross Country and the dominance of McKinley and when they performed well in Track and Field and also in Drama we knew they would be our competition. We finished Term Two in equal third place and after the Term Three Cluster we managed to be outright second, but with a 10-point deficit to McKinley in first place. The maths was not ideal – we would need a Cluster win and McKinley to finish 11th or 12th to win back the coveted Shield. We performed well in the final events of Touch, Basketball and Chess, but second place overall and McKinley’s eighth was not enough to retain the prize. Despite this, it was a year the entire House could be most satisfied with. There was excellent participation all through the year, especially in Drama and Cross Country and our campaign was well led right throughout the House, but especially by the Year 12 boys.

MRS NARELLE FELL

RESIDENT MASTERS MR RYAN CALDWELL MR PATRICK YELLAND MR ALEX MACINNES MR JAMIE EVANS MR CONNOR HOLBORN MR JAMIE RYMER

This year we continued to be a very full Boarding House with only one or even two free beds most of the year. The new boys of 2015 settled quickly with the supportive assistance of the other boys in the House and the staff. The Year 7 boys from Rogers in 2014 led the way with the transition to the big House and supported the new boys that came 170

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directly to the House for Year 8. We also have a bumper number of Year 7 Rogers boys in 2015 and it was pleasing to see their regular visits to the House for Wednesday BBQ night or other House events.

Physically 2015 saw the renovation of all the bathrooms in the House, which were welcomed by the boys. The works in these areas occurred during part of both Term One and Term Two and the boys deserve praise for their patience during this time. The boys are eagerly looking forward to the planned renovation of the House during the Christmas of 2016 for the 2017 academic year. From a sporting perspective we have again had a large number of boys who have achieved at a very high level in not only school sport through A teams and also First Open teams, but also in regional and national representative teams. The number of boys achieving either half or full colours reflect these achievements. Culturally the highlight of the year for the House was the House Drama festival. Writer and directors Mayson and Finlay did a great job writing and directing a script from scratch for over 40 boys in a matter of weeks! Academically I’m pleased to report that Thorold boys have continued to achieve some excellent results and have the largest number of boys present from boarding on the Dean’s List. Our rolling honour boards in the House recognise the boys who have improved their GPA and also their diligence or are maintaining a superior GPA and diligence, and thus as a House we have the opportunity to recognise any boy who is really investing in their academic success regardless of achievement level. To have the majority of the House


achieving an average diligence of 2.5 or less is a superb achievement. Indeed the number of boys in the House who received academic prizes and those who earned a place on the Dean’s List is a testament to this.

I remember my first day like it was yesterday, walking into Thorold and being shown around by none other than George Millroy – one of the Year 11s, who became the next year’s House Captain.

In 2015 the boys of Thorold were again fortunate to have the supervision, assistance and guidance of a wide range of resident and non-resident staff. Mr Thorold might gasp at the number of staff needed to run a Boarding House as it was probably all on his shoulders in 1908, but my sincere thanks to the following staff for their support of the boys: Mr Adrian Blundell (Assistant Housemaster), Mrs Narelle Fell (House Matron); Resident Masters Mr Jamie Evans, Mr Alex MacInnes, Mr Ryan Caldwell, Mr Jamie Rymer and Mr Pat Yelland; Mentor Teachers Mr Andrew Stalling, Mr Stephen Eardley, Mr Bruce Rutherford and Mrs Robyn Gibson and GAP student Mr Connor Holborn.

Dorm 4, Room 7 I was told and don’t forget to grab your sheets and pillowcase. Oh, and look out for a big bloke by the name of Beau Jones. Not really knowing what he meant, I grabbed the sheets and went to my new room. As mum and I unpacked my room the other boys started to arrive, blokes like Charlie Dearden, David Burey, Lachlan Finlay, Fabian Svennson, Munro Underwood, Jay Lo – (who I quickly learnt was actually a street fighter)… and another new boy, Lachlan Koch. The first night was great, the boys were telling me stories of their holidays and giving Lachy Koch and I the ‘do’s and don’t’s’ of Thorold and ‘where to go and what to do’. For someone who has had two sisters watching over him for most of his short life, it was great to be with some mates for once, mates that would later become my brothers. As the year passed, we as a year group became closer and some great lads joined Thorold such as Max Fitzgibbons, Calum Ball, Jordy Kilcoyne, Kevin Ho, Enoch Lamb and Cameron Kroon. It was great to have boys from all over the world like Hong Kong and Bangkok and out West like Moree, Leeton, Yetman, Jandowee, Narromine, Goondiwindi and Roma and the North Coast like Coffs Harbor, Lennox Head, Kingscliff,

Finally, I would particularly like to thank the Year 12 boys for their contribution to the House. Gentlemen, on behalf of the House I extend you every blessing for the future. Never forget your time in the House and the life lessons you have learnt as a boarder. I would also like to extend my thanks to the parents and families for their support this year and the trust that they place in us for the care and development of their sons. HOUSE CAPTAIN’S REPORT – HUGO MAYSON

It was just five years ago that my time started here at this amazing school. I was a lot different then than I am now. I was a short, chubby little kid – I guess you could say I was a bit of a mummys’ boy. I first started TSS as a day boy, yes a day boy – in Atkinson House. But as I got older and certain events occurred, I was given the opportunity to upgrade into Thorold House in Year 9. At first I was a bit uneasy about making the change, as I had settled in pretty well as a Day Boy, but having two older sisters who were both boarders egging me on, I guess I had no real choice.

THOROLD HOUSE OFFICE-HOLDERS SEATED ROW:

H.B. MAYSON, MR D. BROWN (HOUSEMASTER), MR A. BLUNDELL (ASSISTANT HOUSEMASTER), L.J. FINLAY

SECOND ROW: A.D.I. ALLEN, C.A. BALL

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Tallebudgera and even the trek over the road from Winchester Street. Boys with all sorts of different cultural and social backgrounds were coming together. The year group was really growing in number, but we would never forget the original four: Charlie, David, Munro and Lachlan. In Year 11 we moved upstairs and the wait for Year 12 was almost over. More boys joined like Angus Allen, Oscar Radford, Dwayne Anderson and Kaia Reynolds. With a total year group of 18 we had strength in numbers. 2014 was a great year – Thorold won its 40th House Shield (a landmark achievement as Thorold has won the House Shield more times than other House in the long history of the School) and later on in the year the School and House leaders were announced.

With these goals in mind I had nonetheless been warned: it’s tough coming into leadership with the previous year setting such a high standard. I was, however, enthusiastic coming into the first house event – House swimming. After a long day in the pool we finished up eighth, an improvement from last year and we also left the other Boarding Houses floundering in our wake. As the House Shield ramped up further Thorold went from strength to strength, including winning the Tennis and Tug of War Cluster, achieving fifth in Cross Country, we were robbed in Drama with eighth place, and back on form with second place in the Basketball, Chess and the Touch Football Cluster. We finished second place overall in the House Shield. An exceptional result and personally I couldn’t be happier with the boys’ enthusiasm and effort. And while we didn’t win, I think the boys of Thorold felt like winners and that was the real victory. So although the Shield is important, the boys and their time here is much, much more important. The memories, the stories and the experiences are the things that made us into the proud men before you. A year like this wouldn’t be possible if it wasn’t for some very important people. I’d like to thank our Housemaster Mr Daniel Brown. On call 24 hours a day seven days a week, always ready with a helping hand, and when things go wrong, whether it’s two o’clock in the morning and one of the boys is vomiting – you’re only a phone call away.

Munro Underwood was announced as House Sacristan, Calum Ball and Angus Allen as Sports Captain and School Prefects, Lachlan Finlay as House Vice-captain and a School Warden and I was fortunate to be honored with the role of Thorold House Captain and Foundation Prefect of The Southport School. 2015 arrived and I was as keen as ever. It was going to be a great year. The goal was always to win the House Shield backto-back and further cement Thorold’s place as the premier House with 41 glorious victories. We would be making history, leaving a legacy for future ‘Thoroldians’. As House Captain, I had five goals: •

Make sure all Thorold boys in the House felt at home,

Boost House spirit within the Thorold community as well as – make different age groups become closer,

Help when I could with boys going through issues in their teenage years both in and out of school,

Further develop the brotherhood of my fellow seniors,

And most importantly, maintaining Thorold’s status as a House of pride and lasting legacy.

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Your selflessness, passion and positive approach towards the boys is second to none. You’re a father figure for us boys and respected by all. Although the hairline is slowing creeping back, you have been an amazing mentor for myself and other boys, not only in Thorold, but the whole School. It is an honor to have you as our Housemaster. I would also like to thank your wife, Mrs Kylie Brown, for riding the ups and downs with the House. You have both created an amazing family environment for the boys and saying thank you will never suffice to express the abiding respect we have for you.


Mr Adrian Blundell, the sporting backbone of Thorold. We all know he loves a surf and loves his footy. We also know he’s at his absolute prime at morning inspections walking around with dog Nobby and his morning coffee. Mr Blundell, thank you for always being there for the boys, and Mrs Blundell for having the boys in to be your food guinea pigs. It’s always good to have a yarn and have some low-fat, no sugar preservative free cake super food with no added colours or toxins made with no flour or butter… Thank you, Mr and Mrs Blundell.

you might be a bit loud or hyper after prep or even love ringing that bell and calling washing a little too often, you’re the future of this proud House. Carry the torch with pride. You lads are what keeps the Thorold spirit going. I encourage you to take this amazing opportunity that few are given, to be a Thorold boy in a place like this, grab it with both hands and enjoy the journey The Southport School has to offer. Gentlemen, you’re always a Thorold boy no matter what. Embrace it, treasure it and be proud of it. You are a Thorold Boy. To my Brothers – the men that sit before me, the Thorold valedictorians for 2015. Gentleman, we are almost done and what a year it’s been, if I had my time again I would happily do it all over with you. We are an extremely close group and will be for many years to come. We have left something for the boys in the younger years that will shape the House for the future. Yes we have had our ups and downs together, but that’s life. Gents, I’m going to miss our Wednesday banter seniors meetings and miss seeing you guys every day. We are seriously a special band of Thorold brothers. You truly all are great men and I am thankful to have you in my life. Forever, my door will always be open for any Thorold boy, as I know they’d do the same for me.

Matron, the things you do for these boys and myself is impeccable, the endless washing that is folded and put into our pigeonhole for the next day is remarkable. Any problems the boys are going through you’re aware of and guiding them through, your positive attitude is something special. On behalf of the boys thank you for your work this year and the future years to come. Thank you to the Mentor Teachers. You’re our first point of contact throughout every school day. You make sure we are healthy, happy and well dressed. We also know you’re there for us if we have any problems. To the Resident Masters; The two Jamie’s, Connor, Ryan, Pat and Almack. Even though some of you guys were heartbroken with England’s result in the World Cup and quickly became “Scottish” you lads are with us through thick and thin. The good and bad banter and the sometimes questioning advice is really appreciated by the boys. Thank you for everything you do.

To The Fore If I Am Able

We wouldn’t all be here if it wasn’t for our parents. Even though sometimes it might seem like we don’t understand the sacrifices that are made to send us to an amazing school like this, deep down we really do. I know all the boys are extremely thankful for the opportunity that we have been given and are doing our best to grasp it.

To the fore if I am able, And the breach, once more I may. To battle with my brothers, And hold steady in the fray. To band together in adversity, And laugh loudly through the days, We merry few, we band of brothers.

To the young men of Thorold. From Year 7 to Year 12, I’ll carry the proud memories we have shared for the rest of my days. As a group and a House, you have made this year really special for me and the other seniors, even though sometimes

To the fields of sporting glory And the brotherhood displayed. To the books and their lessons

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Some learnt, some cut away. To the country men and women And the stockyard whips that fray, We merry few, we band of brothers.

YEAR 11

To the values that have shaped us And Charles Thorold’s glory days, To the cultures that have joined us, And mould and form our clay, To the beaches some call home And the sunburnt country’s display We merry few, we band of brothers.

S.C. Joyner Award.................................................. Jed Eglington

To the men that have been my backbone And the days that fade away. To the seniors of Thorold House, And the moments shared each day. To the time we have left together, And the unknowns that may belay We merry few, we band of brothers. To the men of Thorold’s past And the boys of Thorold’s future, To the promise of our lives And the paths that lead away One last war cry, one final goodbye, A Thorold man I’ll stay. THOROLD HOUSE AWARDS 2015 YEAR 8

R.W. Morse Shield ...................................................... Chal Jago

Dobrenov Family Cup........................................... Scott Goadby Year 11 Gentleman, Scholar, Athlete

Awarded for All Round Ability and Leadership Potential

P. & J. Sobels Award............................................Jack McDonald Awarded for Determination & Effort

J. M. Greenwood Shield........................................ Tim Hurford Awarded for Quiet Achievement

Tuckerman Family Cup...................................... Rawdon Briggs Awarded to the Most Outstanding Cross Country/Athletics Achiever

Year 11 Sports Encouragement Award................... Dan O’Neill Year 11 Academic Encouragement Award...................Jay Clyne YEAR 12

Housemaster’s Award............................................. David Burey Awarded for High Proficiency and Good Citizenship (Senior)

D.S. and K. Hastie Trophy...............Fabian Farnham-Svensson For Pastoral Care

J.F. Allen Shield....................................................... David Burey Awarded to the best Dorm Captain

Thorold House Propsting Award................. Lachlan Finlay and For Drama Hugo Mayson

Year 8 Sportsman, Scholar & Leader

Senior Sportsman Award......................................... Angus Allen

Year 8 Sports Encouragement Award.........................Will Voller

Awarded for Improved Performance in any area

Year 8 Academic Encouragement Award................Cam Wilson YEAR 9

T.C. Atkinson Shield............................................... Tony Zhang Top Junior Scholar

Year 9 Sports Encouragement Award....................... Gus Morris Year 9 Academic Encouragement Award............. Joaquin Rudd Junior Sportsman Award.........................................Charlie Tran YEAR 10

Housemaster’s Award..........................................James Mahony High Proficiency and Good Citizenship (Junior)

A.K. Tranent Trophy.....................Jim Chapman and Jack Giles Awarded for Year 10 Determination and Effort in Academics and Sport

Year 10 Sports Encouragement Award............. Angus Giles and Tom Sheida Year 10 Academic Encouragement Award...................Nigel Tse

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K.M. Cameron Cup.......................................... Cameron Kroon

R.J. Ritchie Trophy..................................... Munro Underwood Awaded for Character and Integrity

Humphrey Bere Memorial Trophy..........................Calum Ball Awarded for Scholarship, Sport, Service and Leadership

Sir Jack Leggo Memorial Cup.............................Jordy Kilcoyne Awarded to the person who most embodies the House motto “To the Fore if I am able”

Sydney Roberts Memorial Trophy.......................Hugo Mayson Awarded for Outstanding Service to Thorold House

Thorold House Cup.............................................Hugo Mayson Leadership & Service


THOROLD HOUSE SEATED ROW:

Y.L.E. LAM, M.A.C. UNDERWOOD, M.B. FITZGIBBONS, O.I. RADFORD, D.W. ANDERSON, A.D.I. ALLEN, C.O. DEARDEN, H.B. MAYSON, MR D. BROWN (HOUSEMASTER), MR A. BLUNDELL (ASSISTANT HOUSEMASTER), L.J. FINLAY, C.A. BALL, F.K. FARNHAM SVENSSON, K. REYNOLDS-ERLER, D.A. BUREY, C.R. KROON, J.J. KILCOYNE, K.A. HO

SECOND ROW: MR B. RUTHERFORD, C.S. LO, J.H. MORRIS, M. WILLIAMSON, J.M. CLYNE, C. WILLIAMS, J.M. TONKIN, J.E. MCDONALD, B.H. BLUNDELL, K.J. NICHOLLS, D.J. O’NEILL, S. GOADBY, V. NIKITIN, J.M. CONNOLLY, I. TELFORD, J.M. EGLINGTON, I.J. CALDER, L.M. KOCH, MR S. EARDLEY THIRD ROW:

MRS R. GIBSON, L. FAN, T. NAUTIYAL, T.J. HURFORD, N.R. POYNTING, W.T. CUFFE, W.J. KEMP, T. SHEIDA, A.M. GILES, J.D. HICKMAN, J.N. MCLEAN, J.F. MAHONY, H.G. CUFFE, J.E. CHAPMAN, M.H.N. TSE, B.C. ANNONIER, R.L. BRIGGS

FOURTH ROW: C. TRAN, H.E. MARTIN, R.J.V.D. DAVUI, F. FAN, S.C. WHAP, G.J. CONNOLLY, J.N. RUDD, B. ZHANG, D.R. CONNOLLY, G.J. SINCLAIR, L.A. NICHOLLS, T.Y. LAM, J.G. GILES, A.J. STEPHENSON, C.O. HAWKINS FIFTH ROW:

J.H. CLAXTON, C.J.S. JAGO, R.A. BUREY, C.J. WILSON, W.H. O’SHEA-BAU, W.H. VOLLER, A.J. RIDGWAY, G.R. MORRIS, J.F. CASKEY, O.R. MARTIN

SIXTH ROW:

H.J. MCDONALD, L.A. ILAND, L.G. WRIGHT, R.J. DUROUX, P.J. GUPPY, J.O. HAWKINS, S.A. MORRIS

ABSENT:

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2015 was a challenging but successful year for Atkinson House. Steve Sandeman, Jack Scaysbrook and Jacob Cashman assumed the student leadership mantle in the House and have done an absolutely superb job. Callum Taylor was excellent in his role as Sports and Activities Captain and Michael Karlovic and Ramil Nair did a thorough job as Sacristan and Cultural Captain respectively. Indeed all of the Year 12s played significant roles in the myriad of activities on offer at TSS in both the House and wider School spheres. For the most part the boys have conducted themselves superbly and upheld the traditions, standards and values of this fine school. On most occasions the boys worked within the established systems and routines. Some inevitably made mistakes, but most worked through these errors, learnt something and emerged richer and more mature as a result.

VIRGOE BUCKLAND

Atkinson Housemaster

HOUSEMASTER

MR VIRGOE BUCKLAND

HOUSE CAPTAIN

STEPHEN SANDEMAN

HOUSE VICE-CAPTAINS

JACK SCAYSBROOK JACOB CASHMAN

HOUSE SPORTS CAPTAIN

CALLUM TAYLOR

HOUSE CULTURAL CAPTAIN HOUSE SACRISTAN

RAMIL NAIR

MICHAEL KARLOVIC

MENTOR TEACHERS MR STEVE BAKER MR BEN HIRST MR BEN SHIN MR SCOTT MCDONALD

The boys performed admirably in the House competition and were organised and committed. The boys competed with passion and enthusiasm. To spur us on in House events many of the boys wore the House bandana to accompany the great House singlets. It was an excellent year of transition for the Years 7s and 8s. Our young House members have been positive and involved. Although struggling in the House Shield the boys stayed focused to the end and obtained some good results in the latter stages of the year. Particular highlights included winning the House Volleyball and a third place in the House Touch following our victory in 2014. In the academic arena most boys have worked hard to reach their full potential. The House has a cherished reputation in the academic arena with a number of boys on the Dean’s List during 2015 and many others achieving excellent results. This academic effort is complemented by strong involvement from Atkinsonians in Cultural, Sporting and Spiritual domains. In particular Atkinson has had a large number of boys involved in the Music Program. The boys have been very fortunate to have a range of committed adults who help to direct and encourage them.

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Thanks must go to Mr Ben Hirst, Mr Ben Shin, Mr Scott Mc Donald and Mr Steven Baker who are a fantastic team of Pastoral Care Teachers who brought passion and enthusiasm into their roles. The House Supper was a resounding success. It was pleasing to have a number of Old Boys join us for the Supper. A big thank you to the Year 11s for their assistance in organising and running the Supper. The theme for the evening was Black on Black and the boys looked resplendent in their black outfits and silver bow ties. The decorations and general atmosphere was superb. Students who made speeches delivered these in a respectful and dignified way and the boys are to be congratulated for this. The House Band (coordinated by Izaac Cocco, Callum Grimes and Michael Scaysbrook) performed superbly.

In sad circumstances with the death and illness of two fine members of TSS staff Atkinson House rose to the occasion and raised half of the whole school total for the Shave for a Cure event. This was in the vicinity of $2,500 and was a truly outstanding achievement for Atkinson. The highlight of my 21 years as a Housemaster. During IDEALS Week the House was involved in the Sports Coaching service, Bronze Medallion qualifications and at the Joan Street Community Garden. The Annual House Service was ably led by Father Jonathan and the collection saw a significant contribution donated to the Queensland Cancer Fund. Thank you to boys and parents for their contributions to this. The Annual Atkinson House Cheese and Wine parent function this year was held in the Old Gym Cafe and was enjoyed by all. I wish the Atkinson Valedictorians for 2015 every success in the future. Strive


Atkinson House hard to reach your goals and work hard for success, but mostly strive for happiness. The Year 11 Cohort now waits enthusiastically to make their positive mark on Atkinson House in 2016. I wish all Atkinsonians and their families a peaceful and enjoyable festive season.

HOUSE CAPTAIN’S REPORT – STEPHEN SANDEMAN

In January of this year, as The Southport School entered its 114th year, and as the 2015 academic year commenced, students of Atkinson House reflected upon the House motto: ‘Make me your brother.’ This motto is well known to all in the House. Less well known is that the great Roman philosopher Cicero reflected upon ‘One’s Duties’ and the notion of Brotherhood in his influential work, De Officiis. In this work Cicero writes: ‘We are not born, we do not live for ourselves alone; our country, our friends have a share in us.’ The year that has been has born witness to some significant anniversaries and moving commemorations. Being educated in the Anglican tradition, Atkinsonians are influenced by the enduring principles of Honour, Faith and Generosity of Spirit.

With the advent of the second Cluster Day, Atkinsonian character and perseverance was once again on display as we participated in Volleyball, Soccer and Declamations. The tenacity so typical of Atkinson prevailed, resulting in a resounding Volleyball victory, delivering the House an overall sixth place at the conclusion of this Cluster. The third Cluster of the year revealed the talents of Atkinson Basketballers, Chess and Touch players. Their combined efforts earnt the House third place in the final Cluster. Regrettably, despite our valiant efforts, and fluctuating movement between first and 11th places throughout the year, Atkinson secured a concluding 11th place overall in the 2015 House Shield. Atkinson House congratulates those Houses who beat us. The competition was fierce and our opponents worthy. Particular tribute is paid to the generosity of spirit and strength of character of those Atkinsonians who consistently supported the endeavours of the House this past year. Those boys who, at short notice, without hesitation, stepped into the breech to fill unanticipated gaps in teams are worthy of singular commendation. If undiluted character and pure grit were the measures of the House Shield competition, there could be no doubt of an Atkinson triumph. The annual House Shield competition brings to mind the words of one of the wisest and wittiest British Prime Ministers, Benjamin Disraeli, who remarked: ‘There is no education quite like adversity.’ Over a century of education stretches behind us, and the School’s second centenary stretches before us. While change is a certainty, one thing remains constant, and that is, as students of Atkinson House, ‘We do not live for ourselves alone’. There can be no more powerfully moving reminder of the precept, ‘We do not live for ourselves alone’ than the Centenary of Anzac that the School commemorated in April this year.

The endeavours of Atkinson boys in the 2015 House Shield competition have fittingly demonstrated the famous words of Martin Luther King, who remarked that: ‘The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.’ The 2015 House Shield competition commenced with the Swimming Carnival, in which those who swam for the House showed great grit and strength of character, if not as much speed in the water as we might have liked. Their unyielding efforts enabled the House to finish 10th in the swim carnival. The first Cluster Day, comprising Tennis and Tug of War, saw the combined determination of the House securing eighth position in the first Cluster. Resolutely, we ran and jumped our way to an 11th place in the Cross Country and Track and Field carnivals respectively, while the collective creative and cultural talents of the House earnt Atkinson a respectable seventh place in the House Drama festival.

ATKINSON HOUSE OFFICE-HOLDERS SEATED ROW:

S.I. SANDEMAN, MR V. BUCKLAND (HOUSEMASTER), J.D. SCAYSBROOK

SECOND ROW: R. NAIR, J.R. CASHMAN, M.P. KARLOVIC, C.Z. TAYLOR

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When, on the 4th of August 1914, Britain and Germany went to war, ties of Empire and loyalty drew Australia into the Great War. Immediately a call for volunteers went out, and across the nation young men flocked to enlist. By the end of 1914, 52,000 Australians had signed up. Thirty of those young men were former students of the School. By the end of 1917, some 250 Old Boys had enlisted. Fifty-two would perish before the War’s end.

Thirty Australian pilots numbered among these heroic airmen, whose victory Churchill famously declared to be their ‘finest hour’. The unwavering courage of the Battle of Britain airmen halted Hitler’s planned invasion of Britain. As a consequence of shared values and a common purpose, Australian airmen ‘made’ British airmen ‘their brothers’ because, as one is reminded in Proverbs 17, ‘A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity’. Decades on, in a new century, TSS and Atkinson students remain inspired by the valour and selfless sacrifice of those men who changed the course of history – indeed, our very own history. While the heroic battles of World War II will soon pass from living memory, the world will not forget that the Battle of Normandy, on the 6th of June 1944, was really the beachhead upon which modern-day democracy made its stand. Indeed, one might justifiably claim that our free and sovereign education has occurred because valiant Allied soldiers stormed those beaches – in defence of freedom – 71 years ago. Their courage was the product of that generation’s belief in the higher ideal that, ‘We do not live for ourselves alone; our country, our friends have a share in us’.

The running of the School was significantly affected throughout the years of the Great War. A century ago, in 1915, Old Boys Day was cancelled, and instead a collection box was placed in the dining room so that money usually spent at the tuckshop could be diverted to War causes. Undoubtedly, many of the traditions and values so central to our School today were established during the years of the Great War. On 15 September this year, leaders from Allied countries paused to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Britain. Remarkably, 14 surviving Battle of Britain pilots attended this commemoration in St Paul’s Cathedral. This Battle was a pivotal moment in World War II, as Britain stood alone against Hitler’s seemingly unstoppable military power. Three thousand Allied airmen served during the Battle, and the average age of a pilot was 20. Twenty per cent of pilots were from British Dominions and occupied European countries.

These anniversaries remind us of how, in an age of instant news – one’s actions should not be weighed by immediate acclaim, but by their benefit for future generations. Indeed, Queen Elizabeth observed last year, in her 70th D-Day address that: ‘The true measure of all our actions is how long the good in them lasts. Heroic deeds stand out in 700 years as much as they do in 70.’ Not only should Sacrifice, Service and Duty be commemorated, but it is through the commemoration of selfless acts that we are further inspired. Selfless deeds live on – not only in perpetuity – but also for the benefit of many. As students from, arguably, one of the great Australian schools, we remain mindful of the enormous privilege that a mere accident of birth has afforded each one of us. Not all students enjoy the safe, First-World education that we, at times, perhaps quite carelessly take for granted. Not only do we have an inalienable right to education, but we have the great good fortune to receive it in a land free from political turmoil, conflict and instability. The Atkinson Seniors of 2015 well understand that a privileged education is accompanied by

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Atkinson House the abiding responsibility to make meaningful contributions to the communities in which we will soon locate ourselves as adults.

– have learnt how to ‘make’ those with shared values ‘our brothers’. Before the 2015 Atkinson Seniors scatter to the winds, I would like to share the timeless and inspiring message of Faith that King George VI broadcast in his 1939 Christmas message to his vulnerable Empire, whose future was uncertain… It is a message of unchanging relevance and enduring hope, and one that I trust will sustain each of the 2015 Seniors of Atkinson House in the years ahead: ‘I said to the man who stood at the Gate of the Year, Give me light that I may tread safely into the unknown. And he replied, Go out into the darkness, and put your hand into the hand of God. That shall be to you better than light, and safer than a known way.

More personally, Atkinson Seniors wish to pay tribute to the selflessness of our parents who have accorded us our privileged education. Their sacrifices too, must endure, and live on through our post-school actions. As the Seniors formally farewell the House, we are reminded of the timeless words of the ancient Greek dramatist Aeschylus, who wrote: ‘God from afar smiles graciously upon a gentle teacher.’ Our lives to date have certainly been characterised by many ‘gentle teachers’. They have taken the form of parents, family members, classroom teachers, sport and music coaches, House Masters, Headmasters and Members of Council. The sacrifices and unconditional love of parents, along with the professional dedication of staff, have all played a part in shaping us into the young men who stand before you at year’s end. This being said, God will surely ‘smile graciously’ upon these many good and ‘gentle teachers’ who have paved our way thus far.

May that Almighty Hand guide and uphold us all.’

ATKINSON HOUSE IDEALS WEEK REPORT 2015

Many boys have been involved in one of Cadets, Air Force or Navy and most of these students were involved in a weeklong camp. The remainder of the House was involved in Sports Coaching, Bronze Medallion or the House-based component of Services. Boys did a great job helping with improvements at the Joan Street Community Garden in Southport, the Indigenous Community Services program (coordinated by Mr Parsons) and the Prep Sculpture Garden Project.

The next chapter awaits the Atkinson Seniors. Doubtless, the future will hold its share of joys and burdens, triumphs and sorrows; successes and disasters. Assuredly, many of our paths will cross again. Wherever in the world we may locate ourselves on this, the next stage of our life’s journey, one thing will remain constant, and that is, we – as Atkinsonians

Most of the Year 12 House-based students became involved in the sports coaching service run by Mr Baker. Students gained most valuable qualifications in Cricket and Rugby Coaching and at the same time helped out with the coaching of younger students. Some Year 12s were part of the Bronze Medallion Program run by Mrs Kate Waring and Mr John Wallace down at Northcliffe Surf Lifesaving Club. In addition to these tasks a group of boys assisted Mr Colin Stokes (grounds staff) and Ms Kerrie Anderson (Prep Art Department) with the rejuvenation of two sculpture gardens on the Prep campus. All aspects of the IDEALS Week

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program received positive feedback from the community and the boys are to be congratulated on their conduct. HOUSE AWARDS 2015

Parsons Family Trophy............................................ Zac Cirocco Year 7 Academics

Buckland Family Trophy................................ Hayden Atkinson Year 7 Sport and Culture

The G.A. Lissner Cup.............................................. Foster Lane For Outstanding Achievement in Year 8

The L.R. Royle Cup............................................. Fraser Donald For Outstanding Achievement in Year 9

The McKay Cup....................................... Franky Maroney-Vita For Outstanding Achievement in Year 10

The R.A. Williams Cup.............................. Michael Scaysbrook For Outstanding Achievement in Year 11

The M.C. Halpin Cup.....Bevan Churchill and Aiden Pemberton For Outstanding Achievement in Year 12 – Best Trier

The Junior Cultural Award.......................................Oliver Hall For Outstanding Junior Cultural Involvement

The Darke Family Trophy........................James van Herwaarde For Outstanding Cultural Involvement

The C.M. Ross Cup.............................................Tipene Mavoa

T.C. Wilson Trophy...................................................Ramil Nair

Academics

Puljich Family Trophy...................................... Steve Sandeman School Leadership

T.C. Atkinson Cup............................................ Steve Sandeman The Atkinsonian of the Year

ATKINSON FULL HOUSE COLOURS – THE HOUSE CREST

Year 12 Ramil Nair, Steve Sandeman, Jack Scaysbrook, Callum Taylor, Jacob Cashman Year 11 Callum Grimes, Michael Scaysbrook, Izaac Cocco, Lachlan Myatt Year 10 Tiernan Halpin, Franky Maroney-Vita, Oliver Hall, Jack Hutchison, Luke van Herwaarde, Hudson Kaddatz Year 9 Fraser Donald, Isaac Eckersley Year 8 Luca Lee, Foster Lane Year 7 Noah Purza-Page

For Outstanding Contribution to Drama

The P.L.A. De Szell Cup.................................. Hudson Kaddatz The Junior House Sportsman

ATKINSON HALF HOUSE COLOURS – THE SOARING EAGLE

The P.L.A. De Szell Cup.......................................Callum Taylor

Year 12 Aiden Williamson, Bevan Churchill, Michael Karlovic

Lomakin Family Cup..........................................Jacob Cashman

Year 11 Jack Charlton, Josh Kann

The Senior House Sportsman

House Sport Participation and/or Excellence

T.M.G. Neville Cup...........................................Heaven Elishav

Year 10 Louis Corkill, Liam Denniston

The J.W. and S. Beveridge Cup................ Michael Karlovic and Aiden Williamson

Year 9 Demitri Levendakis, Michael Jiang, Heaven Elishav, Saxon Wood

The D.S. Hastie Cup......................................... Jack Scaysbrook

Year 8 Harry Crooks, Sam Charlton, Jim Hutchison-Strachan, Lachie Warrington, Jack Kann, Max Cossill

Junior House Spirit

For Outstanding Involvement and Commitment to the House – Year 12

For Special Effort in Pastoral Care

The J.W.R. Hillier Cup.... Jack Scaysbrook and Jacob Cashman For Leadership and Service

The G. Lemmer Memorial............................... Liam Fitzpatrick Improved Attitude and Effort

P.J. Redler Award.................Callum Grimes and Lachlan Myatt Commitment to Round Square

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Year 7 Nikkai Phillips, James David, Hayden Atkinson, Max McCullough, Charlie Piacun, Lewis Cole


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ATKINSON HOUSE SEATED ROW:

M.G. SCAYSBROOK, M.G.D. BOOTH, J.C. VAN HERWAARDE, A.L. PEMBERTON, L.W. FITZPATRICK, M.P. KARLOVIC, C.Z. TAYLOR, J.D. SCAYSBROOK, MR V. BUCKLAND (HOUSEMASTER), S.I. SANDEMAN, J.R. CASHMAN, R. NAIR, A.J. WILLIAMSON, B.R. CHURCHILL, J.W. KLEMENTSEN, I.C. COCCO, J.G. KAFRITSAS

SECOND ROW: MR B. HIRST, A. DIPPLE, F.J. GILBERT, T.M. HALPIN, L.A. CHESTERMAN, L.J. CORKILL, H.R.W. MACIVER, C.J. BILBOROUGH, L.R. MYATT, R.C.S. WOOD, J.A. CHARLTON, J.J. KANN, C.V. GRIMES, F.J. MARONEY-VITA, L.G. DENNISTON, O.J. HALL, L.D. VAN HERWAARDE, MR B. SHIN THIRD ROW:

MR S. MCDONALD, N.N. PHILLIPS, L. LEE, B.D. WIEMERS, R.R. GILBERT, D. LEVENDAKIS, F.J.B. DONALD, O.J. SHERRAH, H. KADDATZ, I.M. ECKERSLEY, A. AL-JUMAILY, W.J.J. TAYLOR, W.H.W. BOOTH, H.W. CROOKS, F.M. LANE, B.W. FOSTER, MR S. BAKER

FOURTH ROW: J.N. KANN, K. KLEPTSOV, M.R. ALIKHAN, H. ELISHAV, A.L. SOUTHWOOD, S.C.A. WOOD, I.O. JAMES, M. JIANG, J.L.R. KERNAGHAN, M.R.K. MCCULLOCH, C.W. PIACUN, Z.E. CIROCCO FIFTH ROW:

L.S. COLE, D.H.R. HUMPHREY, H.J. ATKINSON, S.J. CHARLTON, M.T. COSSILL, L.B. WHARINGTON, J. HUTCHISON-STRACHAN, J.P. DAVID, N. PURZA-PAGE, L.E. WILLIAMS, Z.W. WILLIAMS

ABSENT:

J.P.R. HUTCHISON, J.P. LAMPARD, T.E.N. MAVOA, E.J. WILLIAMS

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In many ways, Kaiser House has had an excellent year. The House system that we have here at TSS is one of the most effective ways of giving young men in a school such as this an identity, a sense of belonging, a sense of duty, as well as loyalty and responsibility to others. It fosters and develops leadership skills in so many different ways. It is encouraging to observe the different ways in which so many of the young men of Kaiser have developed and matured. Boys have become men – with a real sense of pride. Our founder, Horace Henry Dixon, back in 1910, stated that his aim for The Southport School was “the sending forth into the country a stream of lads who are mentally, morally and physically the very best”. That is what we are endeavouring to achieve in Kaiser House – a positive, committed, caring community.

ELEANOR MACKIE

Kaiser Housemaster

HOUSEMASTER

MRS ELEANOR MACKIE

HOUSE CAPTAIN

MACALLISTER STATHAM

HOUSE VICE-CAPTAINS

ZAC MCFARLANE DYLAN RILEY

HOUSE SPORTS CAPTAINS

WILL LLOYD BAILEY LUND

CULTURAL CAPTAINS CHRISTIAN BEHN-KATZ KHURSHED MEHTA HOUSE SACRISTAN MENTOR TEACHERS

HARRY HOLMES MR DAVID ELLIS MR ADAM HELLIER DR JILL MARGERISON MR ROBERT RITCHIE

The Year 12 cohort this year have been a superb group. It has been a privilege and a pleasure to work with our House Captain, Max Statham, Vice-captains Zac McFarlane and Dylan Riley, Sports Captains Will Lloyd and Bailey Lund, Cultural Captains Christian Behn-Katz and Khurshed Mehta and Sacristan Harry Holmes. They have been supported by the other members of the Year 12 cohort – Jayden Benn, Nathan Gallagher, Adam Harry and Joel Rasmussen. All of the Year 12s have led by example, showing that involvement in and commitment to both House and School Sporting and Cultural Activities is beneficial in developing the “whole person”. Their enthusiasm has filtered down through each Year level. The result – it has been wonderful to see the way in which the younger boys have volunteered so readily to participate in a wide range of both House and School activities.

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our dedicated Pastoral Care/Mentor Teachers. Words can’t and don’t express how much I appreciate their tireless efforts in providing encouragement, monitoring each boy’s progress, challenging them, but just being there for the young men in their care. They are an integral part of the Kaiser House family. My sincere thanks to Mr David Ellis, Dr Jill Margerison, Mr Robert Ritchie and Mr Adam Hellier, who has joined us this year.

It is really encouraging to see that we have 14 young men on the Dean’s List. Year 7 Vishaak Gangasandra, Harry Knudsen Year 9 Flynn Baildon, Harrison Chen, Cameron Scott Year 10 Francis Chen Year 11 Jack Hughes, Joti Nonggorr, Liam Upfield Year 12 Christian Behn-Katz, Nathan Gallagher, Will Lloyd, Zac McFarlane, Khurshed Mehta It is interesting to note that all of these young men have been fully involved in the life of the school. While there are others who have obtained a high standard, or have improved in some subject areas, there are those who are still not working to the best of their ability. We, your teacher and your parents can only assist you. Ultimately, the choice is yours – to work diligently and consistently, or not to. Already, the Year 11 cohort is stepping up. They did an amazing job at the


Kaiser House House Supper – setting up everything then serving the meal, showing that they, too, are a real team. The invitations and the order of proceedings booklet were professionally designed and produced by Joti Nonggorr. Jack Hughes collated and presented an excellent pictorial overview of the year in the power point and Lleyton Brown and Jack Hughes brought the evening together as Co-Masters of Ceremonies. To our parents – thank you again for the invaluable part you have continued to play in the lives of your sons, our boys. You have supported them in so many different ways. My sincere thanks, also, for the support you have given me. You, too, are a vitally important part of the Kaiser House family. Already 2016 is promising to be yet another good year.

HOUSE CAPTAIN’S REPORT – MACALLISTER STATHAM

Kaiser House is, and always will be, a nurturing environment where you can mature and grow as a young man. It is a place where everyone is supported by each other and a place where friendships will be made for life. I like to think that Kaiser is a unique House because it offers such a valued and respected community that is led by the finest group of men that sit before you today. It has been an unforgettable journey this year and I’d like to share with you all the highlights of Kaiser House in 2015. Having only won the House Shield once in 2011 since its establishment in 1973, the young men of Kaiser began 2015 with their sights set on repeating the efforts of 2011. We began strong in the first event, coming away with a wellearnt first place in the Inter-House swimming carnival. This performance gave us a perfect start to the year, and after a gutsy third place in the first House Cluster of Tug of War and Tennis, we managed to steer well clear of our opposition Houses. Special mention must go to our twoman Tug of War team for their dominating first place victory. Once again thank you, Zane and Joti. As we pushed into Term Two with a six-point lead over our opposition, Kaiser experienced a rollercoaster of events. Despite Dylan Riley’s tremendous athletic performances and David Lui’s inspiring 1500 metres run, Track and Field, along with Cross Country just wasn’t our forte. However, as House Drama drew closer, a very passionate Kurshed Mehta stepped

up to the plate. Kurshed put countless hours of research, time and effort into preparation for the play. Along with a willing cast, Kurshed guided Kaiser to a great victory and was awarded a goblet for his directing efforts. A truly well deserved achievement for Kurshed and Kaiser. Term Three brought us the second House Cluster consisting of Volleyball, Soccer and Declamations. The effort all of the boys put in was second to none. This included an enthusiastic Harry Holmes who was told not to compete in the soccer because of his dodgy knee, but courageously took the field anyway. Sure enough Harry dislocated his kneecap during the game for the third time this year. Harry’s courage and will for the House inspired the whole of Kaiser and we managed to come out with a solid fifth place. Finally, the Basketball, Chess and Touch Cluster took its place, and out of this. Kaiser placed fifth overall, an outstanding achievement. Whether it was at House Swimming, Cross Country, in the Dining Hall for House Chess, or anywhere, the Kaiser boys are always there to support one another and this was exemplified throughout the whole year. On top of this remarkable effort in the House Shield, Kaiser’s academic performance has been exceptional. It is very pleasing to see so many recipients of the Dean’s List in every year level, from Years 7-12. Kurshed Mehta has also been selected as a member of the Academic First XVI. With the great mentoring program now established at TSS, many Day Boys now excel in their academic pursuits as well as their co-curricular involvements. Paired with this, the many sporting successes that Kaiser fostered this year is highly commendable. With a large group of students representing the school in an eclectic array of sports and activities, these efforts were certainly conducive to our various successes. Mentions must go to Bailey Lund for captaining the First VIII rowing crew, Zac McFarlane for being part of the First VIII rowing crew, Christian Ben-Katz for captaining the Open

KAISER HOUSE OFFICE-HOLDERS SEATED ROW:

Z.D. MCFARLANE, M.S. STATHAM, MRS E. MACKIE (HOUSEMASTER), D. RILEY, W.A. LLOYD

SECOND ROW: B.P. LUND, H. HOLMES, K.K. MEHTA, J.C. BEHN-KATZ

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Gymnastics team, Cameron Scott for being part of the Open Gymnastics team and David Lui for representing Board 1 in the Open Chess team.

only as our mentors, but also as notable figures in our teenage lives. Rising above and beyond the duties of a traditional ‘roll call teacher’, these pivotal members of Kaiser House will not accept second best from you. We cannot thank you enough for the efforts you have put in to make all us boys go into the day with a little bit of extra motivation and a smile on our face. To our Housemaster, Mrs Mackie, it’s been an absolute pleasure being mentored by you and I speak for all the boys when I say that you’ve made everyone’s schooling life a lot more enjoyable. Your abundance of care, compassion and loyalty to the boys in the House is second to none – and it directly adds to the warmth and love that underpins Kaiser House. You have had, and continue to have, such a positive influence on our schooling lives and we can’t describe how thankful we are for teaching us to become respectful, wellmannered men. I hope that the seniors of 2015 have done you proud.

A very special mention must go to Dylan Riley. Dylan has been a part of the premiership-winning First XI Cricket team, First XV Rugby team and will represent the Open Athletics team this Saturday. Dylan has also taken his rugby to the highest level representing the country in the Australian Schoolboy team and the Australian 7s team. To represent your country not just once but twice while still being at the age of 18 is amazing.

To our parents, without your investment into this school we wouldn’t be standing here today. We thank you for your unconditional love and support and the opportunities you have given us.

On behalf of all the Year 12s I’d like to thank Kaiser House boys for working with us to make our last year a successful year. With a very strong cohort of Year 12s in 2016, and a powerful wave of juniors coming through the House, I am confident that the future of Kaiser is in safe hands. Remember not to take this House or this School for granted. Take your opportunities; get involved in as much as you can and make the most out of this once in a lifetime experience.

Finally, to the Valedictorians of Kaiser House. We are now 2,335 days down and only five remain. Years of hard work, dedication and commitment have led us to this moment right here. Cherish these final days, let the next few weeks sink in and enjoy what has been a great experience. In all my 13 years at this school and five years in Kaiser House, I’ve never experienced such a positive and supportive community and I couldn’t have picked a better bunch of boys to spend my final year with.

To our Mentors. Producing and maintaining a functional house full of 70+ adolescent boys is no easy feat, but without the help of our four mentoring staff, and of course our wonderful Housemaster, Mrs Eleanor Mackie – our schooling lives would be a lot more difficult. Day in, day out, Mr David Ellis, Mr Adam Hellier, Dr Jill Margerison, Mr Robert Ritchie and more recently Ms Ana Fallah act not

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Thank you to all the parents, staff and boys of Kaiser House for what’s been a memorable year. It has been a pleasure to lead the house in 2015 as House Captain and the best of luck for next year. Thank you.


Kaiser House

IDEALS WEEK REPORT

This year our young men were involved in a wide and varied range of activities. The boys were a part of the Cadet Camp, Sports Coaching, Surf Lifesaving, collecting for Guide Dogs, visiting Melbourne on the Chinese tour as well as the special Music group who visited and entertained residents in several retirement villages as well as Southport Special School. Year 7 participated in an Outward Bound Camp – an exciting but rather demanding activity. Several of our Year 12s chose to be companions at The Sony Foundation Camp. Here they had a young boy allocated to their care. They were completely responsible for him 24 hours a day. Each of them have talked about how demanding, yet rewarding this whole experience was. Needless to say, they were exhausted when it was over. A group of Year 10 boys went to Benowa Primary School. They worked with the groundsman doing some rather ‘full-on’ physical work as they made a huge improvement to one of the playgrounds. They also were involved in listening to some of the students read. So impressed was the Deputy Headmaster with the tireless effort our boys gave she organized pizza on the last day to thank them for their contribution. There were also young men who took the opportunity to do approved work experience or their own community service. Overall, it was an extremely challenging but productive week.

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KAISER HOUSE AWARDS

KAISER HOUSE AWARDS FOR 2015

HOUSE COLOURS

The Kaiser House Cup...........................................Max Statham

YEAR 12

Gold Eagles Christian Behn-Katz, Max Statham, Dylan Riley, Zac McFarlane Full Colours Will Lloyd

The House Founder’s Prize...... Zac McFarlane and Dylan Riley B. Dahm’s Prize............................................... Khurshed Mehta Senior Academic

Harry Ford Trophy..................................... Christian Behn-Katz Top Senior Student

I. Whish-Wilson and P. Smales Prize.......................Dylan Riley

Half Colours Khurshed Mehta, Bailey Lund, Nathan Gallagher, Joel Rasmussen, Harry Holmes

Top Senior Sportsman

YEAR 11

Wilson Family Award..............................................Max Statham

Full Colours Jack Hughes, Joti Nonggorr, Liam Upfield, Tate Aitchison

Bartlett Family Award.....................Will Lloyd and Bailey Lund

Half Colours Lleyton Brown, Luke Pearce, Benji Gallagher, Jacob Mibus, Jack Woods, Dylan Ingles, Zach Feben YEAR 10

Wright Family Award...........................................Zac McFarlane Academics and Sport

Senior Leadership and Responsibility

Spirit and Sportsmanship

Hornabrook Family Award.................................. Harry Holmes Aaron Elson Memorial Award......................... Khurshed Mehta Service

Full Colours Francis Chen

Christensen Family Award......................................... Will Lloyd

Half Colours Ethan Cole, Andrew Tauber, Donta Boon-Tennet, Hadleigh Green, Jack Matthews

Harmer Family Award............................... Christian Behn-Katz

YEAR 9

Alan Ware Prize........................................................Jack Hughes

Full Colours Flynn Baildon, Harrison Chen, Cameron Scott, Jacob Dwyer

W.M. Heck Prize.................................................... Francis Chen

Half Colours Mitch Lloyd YEAR 8

Full Colours Wilson Statham Half Colours Felix Reynolds, Sebastian Ward, David Liu, Matthew Manley, Hunter Grady, Michael Murdoch, Sam Bowen YEAR 7

Full Colours Vishaak Gangasandra Half Colours Joshua Statham, Harry Knudsen, Zax Rossiter, Harley Jeans-Grant, Harry Vousty, Cameron Roberts, Thomas Fisher

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Excellence In Music

The Wilson Walkden-Brown Memorial Award.........Max Statham Year 11

Year 10

M.P. Higton Prize.................................................Flynn Baildon C.J. Mills Prize................................................... Wilson Statham Year 8

W.J. Greinke Prize..................................... Vishaak Gangasandra Year 7

Blair Carter Prize............................................... Wilson Statham Junior Sportsman

Nick Bailey Prize...................Harrison Chen and Jacob Dwyer Junior Academic


Kaiser House

KAISER HOUSE SEATED ROW:

D.D.C. INGLES, T. AITCHISON, J.C. BEHN-KATZ, J.P. RASMUSSEN, W.A. LLOYD, A.D.V. HARRY, D. RILEY, M.S. STATHAM, MRS E. MACKIE (HOUSEMASTER), Z.D. MCFARLANE, B.P. LUND, N.J. GALLAGHER, K.K. MEHTA, J.M. BENN, H. HOLMES, A.J.S. ROBERTS

SECOND ROW: MR D. ELLIS, L.D. WHITFORD, D.R. BOON-TENNET, H.E. GREEN, J.D. GROVES, Z.R. FEBEN, J.H. HUGHES, L.T. BROWN, J.P. WOODS, L.N. UPFIELD, B.K. GALLAGHER, W.J. GROVES, C.J. NONGGORR, J.A. MIBUS, L.V. PEARCE, A. MENON, MR A. HELLIER THIRD ROW:

DR J. MARGERISON, E. CHEN, H. CHEN, J.R.F. DWYER, L.C. PARRISH, Y.L. YANAKA, A.K. STOLLERY, B. HARMER, L.G. BINGHAM, A.J. TAUBER, J.R. MATTHEWS, E.D. COLE, E.S.W. WARD, J. RAMEAU, MR R. RITCHIE

FOURTH ROW: M.E. LLOYD, M.R. MURDOCH, F. CHEN, C. SCOTT, C.R. STEWART, I.J. MIBUS, N.R. HARRY, F.M. BAILDON, Z.T. NONGGORR, S.B. CARTER, F.J. LYNAM, H.J. GRUNDY FIFTH ROW:

J.D. STATHAM, T.J. FISHER, S. WARD, O.J. WHITTINGTON, F.W. REYNOLDS, H.B.N. GRADY, M.K. MANLEY, W.A. STATHAM, D. LIU, B.D. BROWN

SIXTH ROW:

H.J. JEANES-GRANT, B.C. RERRIE, Z.H. ROSSITER, C.S. CAMPBELL, H.G. VOUSTY, V. GANGASANDRA, H.J.E. KNUDSEN, C.N. JENKINS

ABSENT:

S.J. BOWEN, B.E. LONG, C.J. ROBERTS, T.D. WALSH

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As another year begins to close its door, I cannot believe how fast time passes one by. It is so true that as you grow older time passes you by faster. All I ask each member of Maughan House is that they stand up at the end of the year and say that they have done their best and have participated to their fullest. If they can do this then they have achieved another milestone in their lives and I think that the men of Maughan have achieved this. Daily through the doors of Maughan House pass the heroes of the future. If you look up the definition of a hero, it states the following: 1. Man admired for his achievements and noble qualities. 2. Illustrious warrior

MARK WILKINS

Maughan Housemaster

HOUSEMASTER HOUSE CAPTAIN

MR MARK WILKINS HAYDEN SARGEANT

HOUSE VICE-CAPTAINS XAVIER THOMPSON THOMAS UNDERWOOD HOUSE SPORTS CAPTAINS HOUSE SACRISTAN

SAMUEL LAYANI JORDAN LENAC TARRANT CARDIFF

MENTOR TEACHERS MRS DI FRANCIS MRS ANGELA FOULDS-COOK MR SAM LOBASCHER MR JOSHUA MCQUEEN

Maughan can honestly believe that its students are admired for their achievements and noble qualities. An achievement is not being the best, but being true to one’s self and the giving of one’s best. As Vince Lombardi once said “Winning isn’t everything, but wanting to win is”. As I know that each student in Maughan House has noble qualities and that they demonstrate these during each day of their lives. These qualities can and should be: • Respecting each other, • Learning from life’s experiences, serving one another, • Striving to do one’s best and making the community a better place, • Caring for other people, • Participating for enjoyment and not for gain, • Leading people to places where they can be accepted, tolerated and enriched, • Last exploring the future. Maughan House has achieved these qualities. To the men of Maughan House – what I am about to say is simple and straightforward. All too often you complicate your minds with clutter and unimportant issues. You are all born equal – pure of heart and mind. You go out equal, the same way you came into this world – equal. You do not take your earthly possessions with you.

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What makes you all different throughout life are your true values. Whether you live in a caravan, in a shed or in a mansion, this all becomes totally irrelevant. The person you are is all that matters. All the things you think you need around you to make your lives happy you can lose or have taken away from you overnight. No-one can take your spirit, your heart or your soul. To quote a few lines from an inspirational book: Sow a thought, and you reap an act, Sow an act, and you reap a habit. Sow a habit, and you reap character. Sow character, and your reap destiny! This school gives each and everyone of you an outstanding foundation. How you build on that is in your hands. Go forward all of you – stay true to yourself and I repeat “Be proud of the person you are and in turn others will be proud to know you”. To Maughan House. The year was been a rewarding and challenging one. To an outstanding team of academic mentors – Mr Josh McQueen, Ms Di Francis, Mrs Angela Foulds-Cook and Sam Lobascher – thank you for your support and encouragement; I thank you particularly for your willingness to go the extra mile with your mentor groups, which I know makes a real difference to the boys. To the Year 12s, thank you for accepting me and being there for me. You’re assistance and support has made my job so much easier. The year has rushed by, and I will always remember you. You have made an impact on me and I only hope that I may have taught you something that will help you in your journey through life. To Liam, Tom and Tim and the House Officials, thank you for your great contribution to Maughan House and the School. Under your guidance the House has achieved fourth position in the Inter-house Competition. Congratulations! This achievement is due to the commitment, dedication and participation of the entire House. I wish you every success in the years ahead. As you focus on the exciting


Maughan House future that awaits I hope that you might take time to reflect on your life in Maughan, and may there always be a place in your heart for Maughan. To the Year 11s, I look forward to working with you next year. You are our future leaders and I am confident that the House will grow from strength to strength under your guidance. The House will be looking to you for leadership and direction. To Maughan House, the future of Maughan lies within your hands. You will make Maughan what it will be. You must remember that participation and the will to do your best is the recipe for success and fulfilment. Your positive attitude and approach to challenges will see the House progress and make it an envy of all at TSS. What we have you will have to go a long way to find. To aim for the highest is what your parents and I wish for you. Take this challenge and make it become a reality next year. Always remember that your parents, your mentor teachers and I will stand by you and assist you to achieve this goal. HOUSE CAPTAIN’S REPORT – HAYDEN SARGEANT

Maughan House is, and will always continue to be, a place for which you fine men will form friendships for life, a place where you can experience a tight-knit family environment and a place where you can mature and grow in to a fine young man.

As I reminisced over these final couple of weeks of high school I have surprisingly found myself wanting to stay a little longer. Year 7s you do not have this feeling yet, but it will eventually come. Which is why I cannot believe that I am writing my last as House Captain, and not just any House, but the best House, Maughan. We mightn’t have won the House Shield this year, but I have seen boys reach their potential, friendships grow and most importantly, the boys of Maughan House develop into men. And that is better then winning the House Shield any day. This year has been a great year on and off the field for Maughan House. A few challenges in the House Cluster of Football, Declamations and Volleyball, which taught myself a lesson, as Mr Wilkins said prior to these events preparation is the key to success. We quickly picked up our games to make sure we could secure a top three place in the House Shield. We started the year off with Inter-House Swimming. House Swimming The year got off to a bang in the Maughan House sports arena, starting Term One with the Inter-House Swimming carnival. The House officials were busy at work preparing the swimming team to provide Maughan with the strongest team possible to facilitate a win. The single events and relays were packed with strength and determination from the best of Maughan House swimmers. Maughan performed excellently on the day, proven with a record-breaking under 13s 4x50 relay. Congratulations to the boys who contributed. In the junior competition Maughan exceeded all expectations, winning with a total of 371 points, 114 points ahead of

MAUGHAN HOUSE OFFICE-HOLDERS SEATED ROW:

J.R.H. LENAC, T.A. UNDERWOOD, X.H. THOMPSON, MR M. WILKINS (HOUSEMASTER), H.R. SARGEANT, S.N. LAYANI, T.S.W. CARDIFF

SECOND ROW: C.G. ALLEN, A.P.F. LIEDER, A.J. MANDERSON, L.F. THOMPSON, J. ABTAHI

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second place, excellent effort, boys. However, in the senior competition Maughan was lacking the strength the juniors had, only receiving 130 points. Due to the outstanding effort from the juniors, Maughan’s overall result on the day placed us in second place overall. Finally, it was a great day of completion and Maughan House was well under way to a great year in the House sport arena. House Tennis The first House Cluster tournament for Maughan House was the House doubles tennis tournament. This tournament consisted of a round robin and was the best of three games. Maughan House lacked strength in the tennis sector, as we don’t have many tennis players, so we were hard at work preparing the best possible team for the tournament. The team consisted of Leo Thompson, Xavier Thompson, Samuel Layani and Rocco Tapplins, Maughan’s very own first tennis player. We were all impressed with the effort given by all boys on the day and knew this attitude would set us up in the House for bigger and better things further on in the year. Athletics Athletics had once again rolled around on our yearly calendar with all of our boys more excited than ever to dominate the field. For the younger boys it was their first ‘big boys’ athletics day and they didn’t hold back. Eager and enthusiastic, they were excited to show their pride for their new House and show the boys around them that they were ‘Men of Maughan’. The day went along with Maughan competing in every event; it was a great pleasure to have boys consistently showing up to their events ready to go without prompting. The character of young men Maughan produces consistently amazes me. Effort after effort our boys want to do well, not only for themselves, but for their friends, Mr Wilkins, and more importantly, the House itself. Volleyball The TSS Inter-House Volleyball competition was a strong competition indeed this year. With all 12 Houses competing for both House Shield points and bragging rights the pressure was on for the mighty Maughan boys. Facing opponents with strong attacking weapons, we stuck with what we thought was our strengths and played a style of volleyball that relied on our opponents making the mistakes. Ironically, losing to teams we should’ve beaten, but then beating teams we should have lost to, set us up for playing off for a position more about bragging rights than House points. All in all, the boys gave there all and had a lot of fun doing so. The Maughan pride is surely not deceased and never will be. House Drama House Drama was a night to remember. The outstanding work by Harry Kerr to direct and act in the production was amazing and deserves recognition. Our piece revolving around a high school water polo team who faced the consequences of a ‘performance enhancing drug’ brought both tears and laughter to the audience and judges alike.

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Touch This year Maughan had an outstanding Touch team. We breezed through the early round with superstars including Max Dowd and Jedd Percival carving up. We won our pool, which meant we were in our final. We started off the final with a bang. A great set-piece move paid off to score off the first whistle. McKinley were quick to bounce back seeing Austin Lieder on the wing where a one-on-one saw Austin’s ankles broken.... their winger scored around Austin. 1-1. We toughed out the game to come away with the win 2-1. Maughan victorious. I’d like to thank each and every boy who helped make Maughan such a success; Maughan wouldn’t be the House it is today without the young fine men of Maughan guiding it through all its struggles. Next, I’d like to thank the team behind the scenes that made all the magic happen. Our Mentors, Mr Josh McQueen, Mr Sam Lobasher, Mrs Angela Foulds-Cook and finally Ms Di Francis, my mentor, a special thanks for all your help with me throughout my five years of school. Without our mentors there would be no House events, no organisation, no-one to read us the Daily Notices and no Maughan. They’ve put countless hours into transforming Maughan to the House that stands before us. Mostly importantly, I thank Mr Wilkins. Words can’t explain the appreciation we have for you. For those of you who aren’t around school a lot, Mr Wilkins is man who does more than is required, he goes out of his way to help and comfort us, he doesn’t have to, but that’s just the man he is, humble, caring and loving. Mr Wilkins isn’t a man to ask for thanks. Sometimes it might not seem that the boys notice all your hard work, but we do and on behalf of the boys I personally would like to thank you for everything you have done for us. I went around to all the Senior Year 12s and asked them to provide a word or an experience that sums up Wilko. Apart from the standard “funny, man of respect, modest” response, one sentence shone as the essence of our time in Maughan. And it was quite a funny one, “tables are for glasses not asses”. It took me a while to figure out why this is their most memorable experience, but all of a sudden it clicked. Mr Wilkins is always trying to make better men out of Maughan boys. Finally, to my parents, thank you for everything you have done for me. I wouldn’t be the man I am today without your guidance. And to all the parents of Maughan House for all of your contributions and sacrifices to provide us with the TSS experience. IDEALS WEEK’S REPORT

Gifted and Talented – Prep School Teacher Aides During IDEALS Week several students experienced the joys of working with the preppies as teacher aides, with Mrs Foulds-Cook organising and supervising them. The boys had


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a lot of fun working in the Early Childhood Centre with the three and four-year-olds helping with rotation activities such as; playing house, drawing and painting elephants, building with Meccano, riding scooters and bicycles, helping the students to write what they did over the weekend, building with wooden blocks, and constructing and painting a giant rocket ship out of cardboard boxes. The senior boys helped Year 1 students with the creation of their power points and with constructing their enquiry-based learning questions. Each morning the seniors went over to Year 2 and helped them with their reading, spelling and extension maths questions. In the Years 3 and 4 class the boys helped the preppies with their ICT projects and with e-portfolios in Year 5. The Year 5s were also treated to a session on why coding is an important future skill to have. In fact this session was so popular that the boys were asked back the next day to help the boys get started on their own coding projects. All of the boys found this a very rewarding experience and it was also nice for them to catch up with some of the teachers that had taught them while they were at Prep, while also looking at all the new buildings and playgrounds that have now been constructed. The feedback from the teachers was very positive and they said that the younger boys loved having the older boys there to interact with. Friends of The Federation Walk – The Spit The highlight of the week was when Tom Tate, the Mayor of the Gold Coast, joined Maughan House boys as they planted native vegetation around the new outdoor amphitheatre midway along Federation Walk at The Spit. At a cost of $110,000, the amphitheatre is designed to provide a learning space for education and environmental groups. The boys were asked to plant greenery around the site to encourage birds and wildlife to the area. To ensure the plants have a good survival rate, water crystals were included and the plants were carefully watered-in. The boys also participated in a dune-regeneration project, planting spinifex to prevent dunes migrating inland and destroying wetlands. The City of Gold Coast supervisor explained the aims of the Federation Walk support group and highlighted The Southport School’s long history of involvement in the project. Guide Dogs of Queensland Here some of the students from Maughan House joined Radcliffe House in their endeavour to raise money for Guide Dogs Queensland. Each day the students went out to shopping centres to ask for the patrons of the shopping centre to donate money towards Guide Dogs. The public’s response was overwhelming and the students raised over $10,000 during the four-day period. This was a great success and Maughan House is proud to be associated with raising funds for Guide Dogs Queensland and we hope that this partnership with Radcliffe House will continue in the years to come.

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MAUGHAN HOUSE AWARDS YEAR 7

The Top Academic Award.......................................... James Box The Top Sportsman Award...................................... James Nield The Mark Wilkins Trophy ................................. Gazelem Pauga For an Outstanding Performance In Year 7

Full Colours James Box, James Nield Half Colours Guy Gibson, Robbie Green, Nathaniel Oxley, Gazelem Pauga YEAR 8

The Top Academic Award........................................Tom Wright The Top Sportsman Award.................................... Kalani Skipps The Townson Trophy............................................ Ryven Ewing For an Outstanding Performance in Year 8

Full Colours Ryven Ewing, Kalani Skipps, Thomas Wright Half Colours Mitchell Freeman, Connor Gray, George Orsmond, Finley Smith, Rocco Taplin, Bayley Vine, Alexander Walker YEAR 9

The Top Academic Award.......................................Ben Funnell The Top Sportsman Award..................................... George Field The McGavin Trophy.............................................. Zach Maher For an Outstanding Performance In Year 9

Full Colours Benjamin Funnell, Zach Maher, George Nield Half Colours Yanis Benzenati, William Finch, Finley Gray, Jakeb Mariani, Bradley Munro, Maximilian Murray, Thomas Nicholson, Oscar Weatherseed YEAR 10

The Top Academic Award.............................. Curtis Young and Finley Foulds-Cook The Top Sportsman Award.....................................Lachlan Vine The Andrew Johnson Trophy............................ Scott Robinson For an Outstanding Performance in Year 10

Full Colours Solomon Budinger, Finlay Kroon, Arshar Nelson, Scott Robinson, Curtis Young


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Half Colours Jackson Dunn, Finn Foulds-Cook, Daniel Murray, James Rotheram, Benjamin Schwede, Toby Tremain, Ben Trickey, Lachlan Vine YEAR 11

The Top Academic Award....................................... Toby Redler The Top Sportsman Award..................................... Jedd Percival The McDonald Trophy............................................. Harry Kerr For an Outstanding Performance in Year 11

Full Colours Maxwell Dowd, Harry Kerr, Jedd Persival, Toby Redler, Ethan Shield, Jackson Williams Half Colours Ryan Abedian, Andrew Jane, Harry Rice, Jono Schmarr YEAR 12

The Top Academic Award..................................... Lazim Abtahi The Top Sportsman Award.....................................Jordan Lenac The Johnson Trophy........................................ Hayden Sargeant For Outstanding Overall Involvement in Year 12

Full Colours Jordan Lenac, Hayden Sargeant, Thomas Underwood Half Colours Tarrant Cardiff, Samuel Layani, Albie Manderson, Leo Thompson, Xavier Thompson SPECIAL HOUSE AWARDS

The Kris Bezuidenhout Cultural Award.................. Harry Kerr For an Outstanding Cultural Contribution to the House

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Award......... Thomas Underwood For Excellence in Community Service and Pastoral Care

The Patrick Sharpe Memorial Shield...................Ethan Shields For Devotion to Maughan

The Housemaster’s Trophy................................. Samuel Layani For Outstanding Service to the House

The Patron’s Prize............................................ Hayden Sargeant For Outstanding Leadership and Service

The J.G. McKay Shield........................................... Toby Redler For Leadership, Service and Compassion towards the Men of Maughan

The Hiroshi Noda Trophy...................................... Toby Redler Awarded to that person who embodies the ideals of Round Square

The Silver Jubilee Trophy............................... Hayden Sargeant Rhodes – Gentleman, Scholar, Sportsman

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Maughan House

MAUGHAN HOUSE SEATED ROW:

T.A. REDLER, C.G. ALLEN, J.R.H. LENAC, S.N. LAYANI, L.F. THOMPSON, A.J. MANDERSON, X.H. THOMPSON, MR M. WILKINS (HOUSEMASTER), H.R. SARGEANT, T.A. UNDERWOOD, A.P.F. LIEDER, J. ABTAHI, L.J. MACLEOD, B.D.J. CROWE, T.S.W. CARDIFF, J.D. WILLIAMS

SECOND ROW: MR J. MCQUEEN, B.M. TRICKEY, S.D. ROBINSON, H.J.T. RICE, R. ABEDIAN, J.W. PERCIVAL, A.D. JANE, M. DOWD, H.I. KERR, E.M. SHIELDS, J.R. SCHMARR, N.Y.A. SCALLAN, D.H.H. ZANAZANIAN, C.C. YOUNG, D.A. MURRAY, F.F. KROON, MR S. LOBASCHER THIRD ROW:

MS D. FRANCIS, B.P. MUNRO, L.L. VINE, L.J. WRIGHT, A.M.S. NELSON, B.J. SCHWEDE, J.K. ROTHERAM, O.S. DENNIS, J.E. DUNN, T.A. TREMAIN, F.B. FOULDS-COOK, F.I. GRAY, Y.S. BENZENATI, T.J. WRIGHT, MRS A. FOULDS-COOK

FOURTH ROW: B.G. VINE, Z.A. MAHER, O.S. WEATHERSEED, M. MURRAY, W.L. FINCH, N. STEWART, J. MARIANI, L.J. MCDONAGH, T.J. NICHOLSON, G.N. ORSMOND, R. EWING, C.T. GRAY FIFTH ROW:

J.R. GIUFFRE, A.J.O. RICE, F.A. SMITH, N.J. FARLEY, A.M. WALKER, I.T. WILLIAMS, R.J. TAPLIN, T.A. VANDENBERG, M.P. FREEMAN, K.L. SKIPPS, S.W. ROBINSON

SIXTH ROW:

J.A. NIELD, J.P. BOX, B. ARSCOTT, G.F.H. GIBSON, J.F.J. HOCART, R.J.G. GREEN, G.R. PAUGA, T.H. DACEY, K.H. HERFT

ABSENT:

S.G. BUDINGER, S.J. BUTLER, B.T. FUNNELL, M.V. GIUFRE, G.W. NIELD, N.D. OXLEY

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“In times of triumph there is a need to be humble and thankful… enjoyment comes from accepting the challenge to be the best we can.” Dr Gordon D Paterson (2014, p. 330) Melbourne is respectful of its history and tradition while ambitiously adopting a thirst for new advancements in teaching and learning. Our House is both an academic and pastoral hub in which being a gentleman is championed and the health and wellbeing of the group is at the forefront of every decision. Therefore, to be a true member of the “Black and White”, one must always place the objectives of the team before the individual and be proud of serving others before one’s own self.

JAMES THORPE

Melbourne Housemaster

HOUSEMASTER CAPTAIN (PREFECT) VICE-CAPTAIN (SPORT) VICE-CAPTAIN (SERVICE)

MR JAMES THORPE NATHAN BLACK JOSHUA NEILSEN JESSE O’NEILL

VICE-CAPTAIN (CULTURE) JAMES WOODHOUSE SACRISTAN SENIOR MENTOR

HUGH WHEATON MR MARK LOCKETT

MENTOR TEACHERS MRS CAROLYN NELSON MR JOHN WALLACE MR GRAHAM HERLIHY

In 2015, we have been fortunate enough to have a group of leaders who embody the spirit of our ethos. Prefect Nathan Black has been our House Captain and worked in tandem with his ViceCaptains, Joshua Neilsen (Sport), Jesse O’Neill (Service) and James Woodhouse (Culture), to great effect. Nathan was acknowledged by staff and students for his willingness to serve others and uphold the behavioural expectations of the School, on and off campus, by being promoted to Prefect of The Southport School. However, the real strength of our Year 12 cohort was evident in the manner with which the collective group represented themselves and our House on a daily basis. These boys were respectful and professional in all their dealings with staff and other students, in particular our younger Melbournians. It was evident from the very beginning that this group was mature enough to lead by example and did so very effectively. Our 2015 Valedictorians were: Daniel Chorley, Jesse O’Neill, Riley ThomsonKing, Nathan Black, BJ Kim, Jess Whittaker, Joshua Neilsen, Joshua Setchell, Ta-Tien Yang, Thomas Ross and James Woodhouse. Together, these boys generated the energy and enthusiasm that saw us claim second position in the House Shield, first among the Day Houses. This is a significant result and has sent a strong message to the other Houses that there is now a changing of the guard. After

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reflecting on our performances, our Year 11 cohort have now set their sights on reclaiming the House Shield in 2016, targeting Cross Country as the key area for improvement. The House Shield highlights this year, of course, were our back-to-back Cluster victories for the first time in the history of TSS. However, the true spirit of Melbourne is seen in our catchcry, “Black and White Armour for Life”. This is the bond we all share as members of this tribe and the House Shield is just one of many opportunities for us to enjoy one another’s company. Working underneath our Seniors have been Years 7-11. These boys have been charged with embracing a particular concept as they progress through our ranks. In Year 7, boys are to demonstrate “Respect” for their elders. In Year 8, our boys must understand the cornerstone idea of “Team First”. We want the Year 9 cohort to “Enjoy” themselves and bring that energy to our daily operations. Our Year 10 group must begin to apply a strong “Work Ethic” to their academic and sporting endeavours. In Year 11, “Integrity” is essential as these are our next generation of leaders in the House. The Year 11s must do what they say they will do. Finally, in Year 12, we have “Loyalty”, because these boys have come through the ranks and demonstrated a willingness to represent this House with pride; they will now be part of our legacy. All of our language, and the Melbourne Four Pillars: Academics, Sport, Culture and Service, infiltrate across the various age grades and are prominent selection criteria for boys looking to win the Houseman trophies each year. Our foundation stone, as depicted on our Leadership Diagram, is: Respect for TSS, staff and one another. However, no House system is authentic unless there are quality mentors disseminating information from the Housemaster and meticulously monitoring student performance. Special mention must be made of Mr John Wallace, Mrs Carolyn Nelson, Mr Mark Lockett and Mr Graham Herlihy. The amount of experience at our disposal in Melbourne is truly remarkable and it is comforting to know


that these wise academic, pastoral, cultural and sporting staff members are available to our boys. This year we had a number of major functions and events. First it was the inaugural Melbourne Trivia Night, which led to Melbourne being painted in black and white, and second came The House Chapel Service where we inducted our new students. Melbourne was also heavily involved in IDEALS Week, with some boys cleaning the foreshore and rock area at Federation Walk, while many others were either at Sony Camp or at Hidden Creek with the Cadet Program.

This was clearly demonstrated when we, the mighty “Black and White”, became the first House in the history of the School, in the new format, to win back-to-back Clusters. This alone has proven that as a closely knit team we can conquer and surpass any expectation and challenges that have been set before us. I would like to acknowledge that this success would not have been achieved without the hard work and dedication of Joshua Neilsen (VC-Sport). I would also like to acknowledge Jesse O’Neill (VC-Service), James Woodhouse (VC-Culture) and Hugh Wheaton, Sacristan. As well, I thank all the Seniors of Melbourne House 2015. Not only has the participation in the sporting side of the House been impressive, but also the number of boys involved in acts of Service. Melbourne boys currently are counted among the ranks of Army, Navy and Air Force Cadets. As well, during Services Week, a group of Melbourne Year 12s gave up their time for a week to care for children with a wide range of different disabilities as part of the Sony Camp initiative. Having spoken to some of the boys who acted as carers during the camp, they admitted it was tough, but highly rewarding by the end of the week. This is testament to the ethos and values of the House, demonstrating that they weren’t afraid to step out of their comfort zone and help others in need.

There is absolutely no doubt that Melbourne has a very exciting future with a strong Year 11 team taking over the leadership next year and many incredibly talented students in the younger years moving up. Their challenge next year will be to add value to what has been achieved before them and leave Melbourne in a better place for the future. However, in order to continue improving we must foster a teachable spirit, remain open-minded and practise a coachable attitude while taking the time to enjoy ourselves along the way whenever possible. We must continue to do as Sir Alex Ferguson (2015) suggests, “Once you bid farewell to discipline you say goodbye to success and set the stage for anarchy”. (p. 35.) In 2016, The “Black and White” has many objectives across all Four of the Melbourne Pillars, continual improvement and consistency being at the core, but none more so than our collective war cry for the New Year: “One Place Better!”

Being successful in the sporting and services is noteworthy, but to be a high-achieving academic is a whole other ball game. 2015 was the year that saw the Dean’s List host a number of Melbourne boys, ranging from Years 7-12. This year has proven to be our strongest and most successful year in a long time. I would like to personally thank all members of Melbourne House. To the Mentors, Mr Wallace, Mrs Nelson, Mr Lockett and Mr Herlihy, on behalf of the House I would like to thank you all for your service to the House this year.

HOUSE CAPTAIN’S REPORT – NATHAN BLACK

With the goal of a top three finish as our motivation, 2015 has proven to be the turning point for Melbourne as a House. Indeed we finished second in the House Shield and can proudly claim that we are the best Day House at The Southport School. By using the Melbourne Four Pillar system of Academics, Service, Culture and Sport, we have proven to be a successful and game-changing House and better people, as all the boys have embraced these pillars in their day-to-day lives. Using the Melbourne Pillars has allowed both the boys and mentors to fully embrace the true spirit of the House and consequently become a closely knitted “band of brothers”.

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The Pilgrim Trophy..........Oliver Robb Gladwin and Tim Zhu The Elek Trophy.............................................. Cody Meuleman The A.E. Barnes Trophy...........................................Joshua Shin Full Colours George Belcher, Tim Zhu, Cody Meuleman, Joshua Shin, Sean McMenimen, Patrick Anning To our Housemaster, Mr Thorpe, on behalf of the House I would like to sincerely thank you for all that you have done. Your tireless and continuous effort in encouraging, motivating, listening and being a great role model over the year has been the reason behind our organisation and success in many House events. I would like to wish Melbourne House all the best in future years and to the families of Melbourne House thank you for all the early mornings and late nights and for your commitment to your son’s education. We might not always show it, but we do appreciate all that you do. MELBOURNE HOUSE AWARDS YEAR 7

The Layt Family Trophy ..................................... Jackson Hardy The A. and J. Harkin Prize .................................. Jack Humrich The Tobiano Family Trophy .................................. Max Hateley Full Colours Jackson Hardy Half Colours Max Carlos, Ben Cook, Matthew Buckley YEAR 8

The Herbert Melbourne Memorial Award....Maxwell Lambie, Charlie Hanrahan and Mitchell Wood The Brook’s Prize.................Joseph Devlin, James Frizelle and Dean Burton The Lillyman Family Award.........................Timothy Oxenford Full Colours Joseph Devlin, Dean Burton, Tim Oxenford, Charlie Hanrahan, Max Lambie, Ky Newitt, James Frizelle, Calum Lockett Half Colours Finn Taylor, Ryan Murphy

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Half Colours Oli Robb Gladwin YEAR 10

The Giltrap Prize........... James Rutherford and Jordan Phillips The L.J. Crisp Award... Maximilian Quan and George Morton The Pegasus Prize .................................................. William Layt Full Colours James Rutherford, Will Layt, Jye Hopkins, Josh Thompson, Sam Payne, Jordan Phillips, George Morton Half Colours Oscar Hayek, Dan Burns YEAR 11

The Ian Beath Trophy...................................... Cale Kalinowski, Luke Oxenford and Hugh Wheaton The Whittaker Cup....................................Cooper van der Laan The Fides Prize................................................... John Nucifora, James Trotter and Daniel Flynn Full Colours Cale Kalinowski, Hugh Wheaton, Luke Oxenford, Cameron Nicholson, Cameron Usher, Jack Tobiano, Cooper van der Laan, Daniel Flynn, Tom Davis Half Colours James Trotter YEAR 12

The Barry Parsons Award...................................... Thomas Ross The Sixth Form 1983 Prize...................................Nathan Black The Housemaster’s Award ................................Daniel Chorley


Full Colours Jess Whittaker, Thomas Ross, Joshua Neilsen, Daniel Chorley, BJ Kim, Nathan Black, Jesse O’Neill, Riley Thomson-King, James Woodhouse, Joshua Setchell, Ta-Tien Yang SPECIAL AWARDS

J.A. Sprott Shield..................................................... Jack Tobiano Melbourne House 1979 Captain’s Prize....... Nathan Black and Joshua Neilsen The Wright Award.......................................... James Woodhouse S.D. Kakonikis Trophy............................................... Ky Newitt The Libretto Family Trophy ..................................Jesse O’Neill The H.P.K. Jones House Chess Trophy.......... Cale Kalinowski

MELBOURNE HOUSE SEATED ROW:

J.R. TROTTER, B.J. KIM, J.P.A. SETCHELL, J.M. WHITTAKER, T.E. ROSS, J.J. O’NEILL, J.V. WOODHOUSE, N.S.D. BLACK, MR J. THORPE (HOUSEMASTER), J.R.J. NEILSEN, D.B. CHORLEY, T. YANG, R.J.B. THOMSON-KING, J.M. TOBIANO, C.T. KALINOWSKI, L.J. MCHUGH

SECOND ROW: MS C. NELSON, L.C. OXENFORD, J.S.G. THOMPSON, J.S. PHILLIPS, J.V. NUCIFORA, C.J. NICHOLSON, J.M.R. LILJA, C. USHER, E.A. HERZ, T.K. DAVIS, C.J. VAN DER LAAN, D.J. FLYNN, H.A. WHEATON, E.R. SETCHELL, S.R.J. PAYNE, W.O.W. LAYT, MR J. WALLACE THIRD ROW:

MR M. LOCKETT, O.A. ROBB GLADWIN, P.T. ANNING, S.P. MCMENAMIN, G.J. BELCHER, M.J. QUAN, J.T. RUTHERFORD, J. ROWE, D.G. BURNS, O.C. HAYEK, E.J. LYNCH, G.D. MORTON, H.W. TAPPING, L.M. KELLY, T. ZHU, MR G. HERLIHY

FOURTH ROW: C.D.H. LOCKETT, D.E.K. BURTON, F.N. TAYLOR, T.P. OXENFORD, J. SHIN, R.W. DAINTREE, C.J. MURPHY, C.J. MEULEMAN, C.W. MURPHY, O. GALLAGHER, R.E. MURPHY, K.B.F. NEWITT, M.J. WOOD, S.J. CONROY FIFTH ROW:

J.H. HARDY, J.H. HUMRICH, S.R. GRAY, J.T. FRIZELLE, M.J. LAMBIE, C.J. HANRAHAN, J.W. DEVLIN, R.E. DAINTREE, M.A. HATELEY, D. FEI, T.A. SCHWERKOLT, M.W.M. BUCKLEY

SIXTH ROW:

J.M.C. DOOHAN, Z.R. NIXON, B.J. COOK, M.R.B. CARLOS, J.H. VAN DER LAAN

ABSENT:

J. HOPKINS, W.H. VOLLER

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This year is a special occasion as we celebrate that it has been 40 years since Radcliffe House was first introduced at TSS in 1975. One of the great delights of getting older is that it endows you with a wonderful maturity and confidence to be able to count your blessings and be grateful for the wonderful things you have. It gives you the ability to stop and reflect on all the great things you have and to be able to acknowledge the people who have helped you along the way.

BRAD CARTER

Radcliffe Housemaster

HOUSEMASTER HOUSE CAPTAIN HOUSE VICE-CAPTAINS

MR BRAD CARTER CAMERON SIMPSON WILL RUDLAND TASMAN PERRIN HA MIN KANG

MENTOR TEACHERS MRS ANTHEA BENNETT MR DYLAN DEVRIES MRS KERRIE DICKSON MR MIKE HALPIN MR KENN WILLIAMS MRS ROBYN SILKE

This year the House Mentors and I have worked very hard to develop an “attitude of gratitude” in Radcliffe House. This idea forms part of our school-wide Habits of Wellbeing. Positive Psychology is the umbrella term for applied research that shifts the focus from mental illness to the discovery and promotion of the factors that allow individuals and communities to thrive and flourish. Research by American psychologist Dr Martin Seligman suggests that those who practise gratitude become happier and more optimistic, and feel more socially connected. Studies show that showing and experiencing gratitude is linked to: • • • • •

Fewer symptoms of illness; Greater optimism; Better overall feeling about life; More long-term positive emotions; Increase in feelings of belonging (friendship groups/school); • Better relationships; and • Greater ability to cope with stress and to build resilience; Most importantly, studies shows that people who regularly express their gratitude through words, actions and deeds benefit just as much as those who regularly receive it. The challenge I have given to all the boys in Radcliffe House is to spend some time each day expressing their gratitude. So in line with our model of servant leadership, I’d like to take this opportunity to show my gratitude to the many wonderful people who have given me the opportunity to be the Housemaster of such a fine young men. I would like express my gratitude to the wonderful men who have led the House

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over the past 40 years, moulding and shaping us into who we have become. I’d also like to honour our Patron, Mr Alan Radcliffe, who gave so many years of dedicated service to the school. I would like to thank the staff who have worked so tirelessly to help shape the minds, bodies and spirits of our young men. I am very fortunate to be supported by an outstanding group of mentors and support staff and I especially want to thank Mr Dylan DeVries, Mr Kenn Williams, Mr Mike Halpin, Mrs Robyn Silke, Mrs Kerrie Dickson and Mrs Anthea Bennett for all they do to help our lovely boys grow into fine young men. I want to show my gratitude for the service and leadership shown by Mr Rob Hawthorn during his time in Radcliffe House. Sadly, Mr Hawthorn lost his battle with cancer earlier this year and is deeply missed by the staff and boys. Rob was a true character with a wicked sense of humour that always made us laugh; often at the most inappropriate moments. I remember Rob as a man of great integrity who challenged our boys to fulfil their obligations and reach their potential through hard work and commitment, not by taking things for granted. Rob’s passing has been a tremendous loss to us all, however, I am grateful that he has touched our lives even if only for a short while. I want to thank the House Captain, Cameron Simpson, and Vice-captains, Will Rudland, Ha Min Kang and Tasman Perrin, who have been fine House Leaders in 2015. Leading a House as diverse and disparate as ours presents many challenges and I have been impressed with the way these boys have led by example. Between them, our four House leaders have been involved in almost every sport, ensemble, team and activity that TSS has to offer, aptly demonstrating the value of servant leadership. Our House leaders this year have led by example and have set a standard that I challenge each of our boys to aspire to. I would like to thank the community of parents and families who work alongside the school to support our young men on their journey into adulthood. I


Radcliffe House particularly want to express my gratitude for the positive relationships that exist between our House and our families as we work together. Ironically, the parents that I am most appreciative of are the ones who I probably see least; they are the ones who make my job so much less combative by ensuring their son demonstrates strong self-discipline, good character, outstanding manners and excellent appearance. I have no doubt that none of this happens by accident and I thank you for working together with me, and with the school, in guiding our boys as they grow into great men.

Finally, I want to say thank you to the young men of Radcliffe House who have made my time as Housemaster so rewarding. The real reward for being Housemaster comes from seeing our boys at their finest, like when they are receiving awards at Assembly, scoring a goal for their team, making the Dean’s List or performing in their ensemble. It’s about seeing our boys getting involved, trying new things, challenging themselves and treating their peers with respect. It is when our boys show themselves at their best that they demonstrate the House Motto: Rise up to overcome. One event that stands out as an example of this was the House Drama presentation, where more than one-third of the boys in the House got up on the stage to act, dance and sing. Considering that only a handful had previous experience and fewer still had natural ability, the fact that so many boys got out of their comfort zone and had a go was a highlight for 2015 and indicates the great spirit that exists among our boys.

sometimes with a boy knowing full well that he would come last. This resulted in seventh place for Radcliffe, which is exceptional considering we only have two or three swimmers. Even more recently, the majority of the House represented Radcliffe in the annual House Drama competition, receiving an astounding third place. The boys had the courage to get up there in front of their mates and sing. Other than the Boarding Houses, Radcliffe had the most boys participate and contribute to the House Drama, a significant achievement in itself and this was clearly displayed in the third place we achieved. Placed out of their comfort zone, rugby players attempted to act, football players endeavoured to sing, and epitomising all these attributes, was Trent Sinclair who performed a dance and singing solo. Proving that you don’t need to be a First XV player in order to contribute to the mighty blue and yellow, merely the willingness to participate, as everyone’s talents are recognised. This comradery and brotherhood was once again illustrated by Tyson Spisich, who volunteered to run the 1500m event (basically the worst possible event as you can imagine) once he heard that one of his fellow brothers was unable to run it. That simple act puts into words what I cannot. It is also humbling to know that we are part of the history of Radcliffe, knowing that we have helped mould it into something great. Words cannot do this feeling of mateship and acceptance justice. It’s not something we have to force, it comes naturally, whether it be on the playing field, on the stage or any other event. Radcliffe is a House steeped in history, with what I would like to believe, a very promising future ahead of it. With every new wave of Year 8s we can rest assured that under the guidance of our Pastoral Care Team and Housemaster that the legacy and foundations that have been set by us, and by those before us, will be continued, ensuring that Radcliffe will remain as the greatest House in the school. At the House Supper we not only celebrate the significant achievements of Radcliffe House, but the sacrifices that have

HOUSE CAPTAIN’S REPORT – CAMERON SIMPSON

Radcliffe House has become home to a mixture of Day Boys consisting of academics, musicians, sportsmen and everything and anything in-between, bounded together by the colours of blue and yellow. When we began the year 2015, the Senior cohort of Radcliffe had one simple goal in mind for the rest of the year, improve upon last year’s position of tenth place in the House Shield. I am glad to say we achieved this goal, achieving eighth place and more. I am consistently amazed with the willingness of the boys to put the House before themselves, epitomising what Alan Radcliffe was all about. This was shown through House Swimming, and although we didn’t come first place, every single lane was filled,

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been made to bring us here. We thank the Pastoral Care Team for their guidance, the Housemaster, Mr Carter, for his patience in dealing with adolescent youthful boys, and our parents. Our parents have spent and continue to spend their lives dedicating themselves to improving our lives, and appreciation and recognition is rarely given. So tonight I thank you, no we thank you for what you have done for us, for we know it is beyond imaginable. John F. Kennedy asserted that, “As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them”. It is now our turn to make you proud, for we are already proud of you.

RADCLIFFE HOUSE AWARDS YEAR 7

R. Hawthorn Trophy.......................................Jonathan Burnett For Achievement

K. Dickson Trophy............................................... Wilson Spisich For Leadership

Half Colours Jonathon Burnett, George Naylor, Wilson Spisich, Nash Thornburgh, Peter Wolfenden YEAR 8

Pointon-Perrin Trophy...... Brandon Botting and Duke Robertson For Achievement

D. De Vries Trophy.................................................. Sam Gibson For Leadership

Full Colours Kiarn Barry, Brandon Botting, Sam Gibson, Nicholas Neal, Duke Robertson Half Colours Mason Andonakis, Alexander Mills, William Welch How do we measure the time we’ve spent at The Southport School and Radcliffe House? In the beginning we measured it in class periods, counting down the day to eventual freedom. As the days and weeks passed we measured it in semesters, and later in years. However, I will measure the time I’ve spent here with all the friendships I’ve enjoyed, all the brotherhoods I have formed. And when many of our high school memories begin to fade, that’s how we should ultimately measure the time we spent here, not in periods or semesters or years, but in the friendships that we made and the times we shared together in Radcliffe House. To the younger boys of Radcliffe House, cherish the time you have here, for there is nothing quite like it in this world. And to the seniors of Radcliffe House, it doesn’t matter how far you might rise, at some point you are bound to stumble. If you’re constantly pushing yourself higher the law of averages predicts that you will at some point fall. And when you do I want you to remember this: There is no such thing as failure. Failure is just life trying to move us in another direction. Surgite ad vincendum, we must “rise to overcome”. Remember your time here in Radcliffe House with fondness, for it will soon be over.

YEAR 9

A. Murr Trophy.......................................................Xavier Doerr For Achievement

T. Smith Trophy.......................................................Tyler Wright For Leadership

Full Colours Xavier Doerr, Mason Harris, Ethan Mahon, Josh Moss, Tyson Spisich, Tyler Wright Half Colours Hamish Batty, Jake Perrin, Tim Yan YEAR 10

Kennett Trophy.......................................... Robert McCullough For Achievement

K. Williams Trophy....................Will Hunn and Kaimana Barry For Leadership

Full Colours Kaimana Barry, Dylan Leon, Robert McCullough Half Colours Andrew Geraghty, Harrison Goodman, Callum Harris, Will Hunn, James Lewis, Max McCarthy

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Radcliffe House YEAR 11

A.E. Hancock Trophy............................................ Trent Sinclair For Achievement

F. Sutherland Trophy......................Tom Lacy and Regan Smith

Minotaur Award for service, leadership and all-round excellence Duke Robertson, Mason Harris, Kaimana Barry, Ben Paxton-Hall, Nick Potter, Trent Sinclair, Regan Smith, Ha Min Kang

For Leadership

HOUSE TROPHIES

Full Colours Tom Lacy, Ben Paxton-Hall, Nick Potter, Trent Sinclair, Regan Smith

J. Gayton Trophy............................................Nash Thornburgh

Half Colours Xavier Bartlett, Marcus Di Bella, Dom Knowles, Jacob More

For Junior Sportsman

For the Junior Radcliffe boy with an admirable disposition

Davis Family Trophy................................................. Kiarn Barry O. and D. Williams Trophy................................. Dom Knowles For the Senior Radcliffe boy with an admirable disposition

YEAR 12

Parker Family Trophy............Ha Min Kang and Tasman Perrin

G. Davies Trophy................................................ Max McCarthy

Logan Trophy...................................................... Jordan Consoli

H. McSoriley-Jackson Trophy.....................................Nick Watt

Full Colours Ha Min Kang, Cameron Simpson

S. McAllister Courage Award................................ Will Rudland

Half Colours Gabriel Brien, Jordan Consoli, Sam King, David Makaryan, Will Rudland, Nick Watt

For the Radcliffe boy who best demonstrates the House motto

For the top academic in Radcliffe House

For service to Radcliffe House

For Senior Sportsman

For Academic Improvement

F.C. Allison Trophy................................................... Carl Gooch A. J. Radcliffe Shield..................................... Cameron Simpson For the Radcliffe Man of the Year

RADCLIFFE HOUSE SEATED ROW:

R.F. SMITH, T.K. SINCLAIR, G.B. BRIEN, J.P. CONSOLI, A. MANETTAS, S.A. PERKINS, T.D. PERRIN, C.L. SIMPSON, MR B. CARTER (HOUSEMASTER), W.J. RUDLAND, H.M. KANG, C.H. GOOCH, S. KING, N.A. WATT, D. MAKARYAN, J.E. GREEN

SECOND ROW: MR K. WILLIAMS, A.P. GERAGHTY, M.P. VERTULLO, J.D. LEWIS, J.F. MORE, N.A. POTTER, M.J.D. DI BELLA, B.R. PAXTON-HALL, X.C. BARTLETT, B.P. MANCHESTER, T.W. LACY, F.H. LANE, D.K. KNOWLES, D.N. HOPKINS, D. LEON, K.M. BARRY, MR D. DEVRIES THIRD ROW:

MS E. PERRY, M. KING, A.J. EMERY, Y.T. YAN, J.D. PERRIN, R.A. MCCULLOUGH, S.C. BURKE, W.G. HUNN, M. MCCARTHY, T.M.A. ALLAN, C.W. HARRIS, H.E. GOODMAN, H.W. BATTY, J.J.P. MOSS, H.N. MCSORILEY, MRS K. DICKSON

FOURTH ROW: A.D. HOPKINS, A.R. MILLS, D.M.J. ROBERTSON, T.J. SPISICH, X.C.J. DOERR, M.F. HARRIS, E.M. MAHON, T.C. WRIGHT, S.L.J. NEAL, B.C. ESMOND, B.S.L.M. BOTTING, B.P. VERTULLO, K.J. BARRY FIFTH ROW:

L.J. GOLDIE, O.M. PORTELLI, B.P. MCPHEE, B.G. KELLY, N.L.J. NEAL, W.W. WELCH, S.R. GIBSON, M. ANDONAKIS, J.K. EASTERBROOK, P.J. WOLFENDEN, H. KING, G.A. NAYLOR

SIXTH ROW:

O.S WEIR, M.J. BRANCH, W.C. SPISICH, N.W. THORNBURGH, E.O. THOMAS, J.F. BURNETT

ABSENT:

J.J. CONNOLLY, A.K. MARKOVSKI, J. MCCARTHY, M.J. MULLINS, T.L. VUNILOALOA

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Being in this unique position of having an infant at home while interacting with teenagers at work, I have truly come to appreciate the saying that from little things big things grow – and it is quite profound to reflect for a moment upon the growth and development that has had to take place for them to get from the cradle to the end of a successful year at The Southport School. From their first incoherent gurglings to being able to deliver a coherent speech during House Declamations,

that when we pool our strength and merits we can welcome many people from a range of backgrounds and help them find a place where their self-belief and confidence is supported and can grow. 2015 has been no different, with the young men of Surman welcoming many new faces and everybody becoming heavily involved in what it means to be a Surmanator.

From taking their first tentative steps to being able to palm off Nudgee forwards on a mad dash for the try line, From drifting off to sleep to the sounds of a lullaby to being able to perform as part of a large orchestra before an audience of critics

OLIVER ALINI

Surman Housemaster

HOUSEMASTER

MR OLIVER ALINI

HOUSE CAPTAIN

JACKSON NEALE

HOUSE VICE-CAPTAINS TYLER CAMPBELL TIMOTHY RICHARDSON HOUSE SPORT CAPTAIN

TYLER CAMPBELL

HOUSE SACRISTAN

SAMUEL HOATH

HOUSE CULTURAL CAPTAIN HOUSE IDEALS CAPTAIN MENTOR TEACHERS

Or from being read to about the adventures of Spot to being able to independently research and report on the implications of Lady Macbeth’s advice to her husband. Viewed from above it truly is an absolutely incredible transformation and one that I have been very privileged to be a part of in the case of 79 young men during 2015.

GEOFFREY LYHNE NOAH SMITH

MR GRAEME BARBER MR GREG NORMAN MS LISA MILLER MRS SUSAN PRESTO

Now the outstanding success of the House System here at The Southport School is due to the fact that it allows the broader school to be broken down into smaller spheres of belonging. Smaller groups whose vertical age grouping allows the traditions of the School and the experience of the older students to be passed down through example and through friendship, and one of the truly marvellous things about a community as strong as Surman’s is

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I will not attempt to give a summary of the full range of successes, tragedies, achievements, opportunities, trials, tribulations, joys and lessons present in the life of 79 young men across six year levels, however, if I may make an observation, even though we may not have finished on top of the House Shield, or indeed even in the middle, there have been many examples throughout the year that have given me great pride, and we can rest assured in the knowledge that there will continue to be great success in Surman House. First, there is the fact every week at Assembly it seems that yet another Surman boy is being presented to the school for their achievements in academics, music, leadership or sport. In fact it hasn’t escaped my notice that when it comes to academic or music assemblies, the stage is generally dominated by Surman. But the thing that gives me the most pride is the sense of community and brotherhood that exists across all of the age groups, with students from across Year 7 to Year 12 regularly interacting and helping each other out. It seems to come naturally to the boys of Surman to treat their mates with respect and


Surman House to enjoy their company. This is as complete a definition of House spirit as I believe can be given. Although this has been my final year as Surman Housemaster, I have thoroughly enjoyed my time getting to know you the House as individuals and as a community and I will continue to be watching your careers with keen interest and I wish you all of the best. Never forget that every single one of you have incredible individual talents that have never ceased to surprise and impress me, and ultimately it is the unique mix of these talents that make Surman House what it is. HOUSE CAPTAIN’S REPORT – JACKSON NEALE

After five short years in the mighty Surman House I’m certain that I am sharing the same emotion as every other graduating Year 12 student. Although I’m happy to be moving on with my life it is also a sad time to be leaving this great school and the House that I grew up in. We may not have been the most dominant force in the school, rarely finishing in the top six of any event, but the environment of Surman House is by far the best, where boys from all ages get along and enjoy competing together. We also beat Walker House by one place again this year and so I can happily say it has been a successful year.

Shields, scored pretty much all of our goals, along with Liam Arthur, showing us up as fairly useless Year 12s. With little soccer talent in the older grades we went into the tournament with very little expectations, but were very surprised when we starting beating teams full of great players. This came from our very defensive tactics, with elite athlete Steven Graham as goalkeeper, Tim Richardson with little skill booting every ball that came in our half, getting at least seven balls per game into The Nerang River, and big Hoathy aggressively slide tackling everyone that came near him regardless of their size. In essence, that’s what I’ve enjoyed most about Surman this year. The House is always keen to get involved, and although overall we usually don’t rank too highly in most events, we always field a competitive team and enjoy our time having some fun without taking our time too seriously. The overall involvement in the House was best represented in House Swimming and House Drama. We have great swimming talent in the younger grades and finished an amazing fifth compared to us coming in last place the previous year. This was achieved in spite of the fact of the extreme lack of swimming ability in Year 12. I somehow found myself swimming in a few ‘A’ level events in which I came last in pretty much all of them. Apart from my individual success what was best about the day was the ‘fun swim’ event in which Houses get points for participation and not for achievement. Surman had the biggest turnout with over 50 Surmanators attending. This was a larger number than even the Boarding Houses, which get the most people involved every year. This was seen again in House Drama where we had pretty much the whole House involved to

Surman has definitely come a long way since I first joined the House in 2011, where Howard Biddle had the role of Captain. As all of us would remember, the Year 12s of 2011 and 2012 were an intimidating bunch of kids and getting involved in the House as a young student was a scary thought. A popular lunchtime activity of the youngsters of my day was attempting to touch the back wall of every House in the school, especially Turnock, which was ferociously guarded by the Year 12s. This was no easy task as every time we made a mad dash for the back wall we were soon caught. These days, younger students of the House are just as involved in the House as the older students, which is a great thing to see. My favourite example of this was in House Soccer this year, where our youngest strike weapon, Alex

SURMAN HOUSE OFFICE-HOLDERS SEATED ROW:

T.S. RICHARDSON, MR O. ALINI (HOUSEMASTER), J.R.B. NEALE, T.A.J. CAMPBELL

SECOND ROW: N.J.W. SMITH, G.M.B. LYHNE, S.M. HOATH

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some degree. In saying that, Joel Gray did a terrific job at directing our performance with the amount of people that we had. Overall, I would like to thank everyone involved in Surman House for making my time at TSS so great and I wish you all the best of luck in the coming years. To the younger students, take any opportunity that presents itself and make the most of your time at this amazing school. Your time at TSS will fly by and before you know it, you’ll be sitting at the front of a House supper with your fellow Year 12s preparing to say goodbye. I am sure you will all make Surman House and the School very proud. Thank you all for a wonderful year.

YEAR 9 REPORT – TOM FUHRMANN AND HARRY COX

The Year 9 students in Surman House are a dedicated bunch of boys that love to get involved in all aspects of the House, from sports events to just helping around the House. We enjoy a vast range of talents from photography to sports and, of course, academics, and each one of our little individual talents help to make Surman one of the most diversely talented Houses in the school. The boys and I are quickly approaching our third year of being part of the Dolphin pride and I know I can honestly say that each and everyone one of us are truly glad to be part of the House of green and white. I would like to thank Mr Alini for all the great and dedicated hard work he has done for the House. Although it’s been a short stay for Mr Alini he has been a key and crucial aspect of the House and has helped us with everything from study planners, school work, last-minute science study crams, reminding us to put on our Akubras every time we walk out of the door and even just a great person to talk to around the House. YEAR 10 REPORT – ANDRE FOSTER AND KOMEI JO

YEAR 7 REPORT – KYE KANEMURA

This year has been an amazing, surprising yet tough year, being the first year in the Senior School for the Year 7 cohort. It has been very challenging, with new subjects, tasks, people, teachers and of course the new campus. It was a little strange at first, going from being the leaders of the Prep School to being back at square one as the youngest members of the community. Even though we were still transitioning and have not had a great deal of interaction with Surman, I know I could definitely feel the strong bond within the House. Thank you for the teachers of Surman House who have been supporting and helping us throughout this year as well as the older Surman boys helping us move smoothly to this wonderful Surman House community. I am very proud to be a part of this great House. YEAR 8 REPORT – JOE FUHRMANN

This year in Surman the Year 8 cohort have had a very successful time. Whether it being Sean Arthur winning the Cross Country or Sheldon Smith blitzing the Swimming, we have had a great year with all boys chipping in to the overall benefit of Surman. In the pool, on the track and in all ball sport, Year 8 had a representative in every event. On behalf of the Surman Year 8 cohort I would like to thank Mr Alini and wish him well in all of his future endeavors. It has been a great year and we have all enjoyed it very much. 208

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This year has been exciting for all of the Year 10s with no more NAPLAN, and the chance to pick six of our own subjects for the first time. This year, a number of Year 10s were chosen to go on an injury-prevention program trip to the Gold Coast University Hospital to learn about the risks of drugs and alcohol. For these boys continuing in the cadet program there was the opportunity to either become a corporal or lance corporal, or for those who did not, the chance to be a part of the TSS leadership program. A number of Year 10s also included themselves in Dance classes held with St Hilda’s, our sister school. They learnt a number of dances such as the waltz, the box step, the Cha Cha and more. Year 10 Surman House has had a fantastic year, especially as it our last before we head into the senior years of the school. Even though it was jam-packed with many events we thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it. As I have the opportunity, I would like show my gratitude towards everybody who helped us and led us in every way through this year. Thank you Mr Alini and the Pastoral Care Staff, Mr Graeme Barber, Mrs Susan Presto, Ms Lisa Miller and Mr Greg Norman, in the amount of effort you put into in maintaining the wellbeing of the boys.


Surman House YEAR 11 REPORT – JACK JOHNSON AND EMERSON WATSON

Year 11 has proven to be extremely successful for next year’s seniors. I am sure that all the boys agree that it presented itself as a gratifying step-up in difficulty and challenge both on and off campus. The academic stakes were significantly raised, however, the results were incredibly successful, with Surman maintaining an impressive number of Dean’s List recipients – a measure of strong academic performance. On the sporting field the opposition were older and tougher, yet we were able to hold our own, as we had also grown. Outside of the classroom a coming of age beckoned for the Year 11 boys, with a multitude of new experiences made available such as learning to drive a car for the majority of the boys. Now, as I’m sure anyone who has taught someone how to drive can attest, these new experiences probably all had varying success. However, the general consensus seems to be that it is the process of learning rather than the achievement that is of the greatest importance. On behalf of all the Year 11 boys we’d like to take this time to thank the teachers for the patience, effort and expertise that they exhibit on a daily basis. It’s what has made the year so successful and enjoyable. IDEALS WEEK REPORT

The IDEALS week offers an opportunity for students of Surman House to practise the central motif of the leadership model here at The Southport School, namely that of service. In 2015, Surman House became primarily involved in assisting with the regeneration and development of the Federation Walk and with helping upgrade the facilities at the Currumbin Farm School. Federation Walk – The Spit The Centennial Pathway is a very popular and heavily utilised facility that traverses through the delicate and unique environs of The Spit in Southport. This year, a group of Year 11 students from Surman worked together with Gold Coast City Council Rangers and volunteers from the Friends of Federation Walk in learning the skills of successful planting, weeding and sanddune regeneration. The culmination of the week occurred with the opening ceremony of the new Amphitheatre, which was attended by members of the press together with the Mayor, Mr Tom Tate. Currumbin Farm School The Currumbin Farm School provides a facility where students who live in urban areas are able to experience the running of a working farm and familiarise themselves with the natural surroundings of the beautiful Gold Coast Hinterland. The seniors of Surman House have been providing voluntary service to this facility since its opening in 2007 and as a result have managed to have a significant impact on the services available. In 2015, Surman House helped to lay turf upon a reclaimed section of field and upgraded the existing chook yard into a roomier and much more appropriate structure.

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SURMAN HOUSE AWARDS HALF COLOURS

Year 7 Spencer Lee, Blake Wilson, Keenan Schlaphoff Year 8 Ethan Cochrane, Charlie Cox, Josh Hunter, William Pickering, Sheldon Smith Year 9 Lachlan Bruce, Henry Morris, Edward Thompson, Edward Vaggelas, Alex Shields

B.D. Mickey Award............................................Tyler Campbell Surman House Senior Sportsman

R.A. Bell Family Trophy.................................... Geoffrey Lyhne Year 12 Leadership in Surman House

M.J. Ryan Trophy.................................................... Jack Johnson Best Surman House All-rounder for Sports and Studies

Yourell Family Trophy............................... Timothy Richardson Most Supportive Surman House Member

A.D. Waite Award....................................................... Ryan Shim Year 11 Surman House Dux of Academia

Year 10 Liam Arthur, James Dwyer, Andre Foster, Oskar Morris, Marc Tulloch, Michael Black

D.S. Wilson Award.................................................... Joel Shields

Year 11 Thomas Beasley, Jarryd Cox

Best Junior Surman House Academic

Year 12 Timothy Richardson, Felix Lester

Year 11 Outstanding Social Leadership in Surman House

D.A.C. Williams Trophy...................... Vikram Nedunchezhian Graeme Barber Trophy................................. Ethan van der Vegt Best Junior Surman House English Result

P.E. Bentley Cup.................................................Matthew Grant FULL COLOURS:

Junior Surman House Sportsman of the Year

Year 7 Max Fuhrmann, Noah Robinson, Kye Kanemura

G.W. Pearson Trophy......................................... Tom Fuhrmann

Year 8 Sean Arthur, Joe Fuhrmann, Soshi Jo, Milo Smith, Aymeric Urbain, James Walden

Thomasson Family Cup.............................................Harry Cox

Year 9 Sashin Andarawewa, Harry Cox, Luke McIlwraith, Jordan Negrine, Connor Pilcher, Tom Edmunds, Tom Fuhrmann

The Spirit of Surman House

Surman House Consistent Effort

J.D. Perry Trophy.................................................Tom Edmunds Year 9 Surman House Dux of Academia

Hughes Family Trophy......................................Aymeric Urbain Best Junior Surman House Supporter

Year 10 Matthew Grant, Thomas Meo, Michael Noskov, Joel Gray, Komei Jo, Ethan van der Vegt, Vikram Nedunchezhian

K.J. Humphries Trophy........................................Joe Fuhrmann

Year 11 James McMillan, Callum Pert, Jack Johnson, Joel Shields, Ryan Shim, Emerson Watson

Surman House Year 8 Academic Excellence

Year 12 Tyler Campbell, Geoffrey Lyhne, Jackson Neale

Surman House Year 8 All-rounder

Housemaster’s Trophy...........................................James Walden Lisa Miller Award................................................. Kye Kanemura Surman House Year 7 Dux of Academia

Susan Presto Award...........................................Noah Robinson Surman House Year 7 Sportsman

MAJOR AWARDS

Ron Bruce Trophy.................................................... Felix Lester Outstanding Service to Surman House

Corrinne Miller Award................................................. Joel Gray For Services to the Surman House Drama

Daniel Family Trophy........................................... Jackson Neale Achiever of the Year for Excellence in Academics, Sport and Surman House Activities

P.A. Lovell Trophy................................................. Jackson Neale Year 12 Surman House Dux of Academia

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SURMAN HOUSE SEATED ROW:

T.J. BEASLEY, D.M. NEGRINE, G. QUARTERMAINE, S.M. HOATH, S.I.R. GRAHAM, C.E. MEO, T.S. RICHARDSON, J.R.B. NEALE, MR O. ALINI (HOUSEMASTER), T.A.J. CAMPBELL, H.E. MCMASTER, L.R. SHORTALL, G.M.B. LYHNE, N.J.W. SMITH, F.A. LESTER, E.C. WATSON

SECOND ROW: MR G. BARBER, M.P. TULLOCH, J.L. DWYER, T.L. MEO, J.B. SHIELDS, C. SHIM, J.P. SMITH, J.L. MCMILLAN, C.D. PERT, J.A. JOHNSON, J.G. COX, I.R. RICHARDSON, S.J. SCHUKIN, E.J. VAN DER VEGT, K. JO, J.G. GRAY, MS L. MILLER THIRD ROW:

T.J. HART, A.M. SHIELDS, J.S. JONES, V. NEDUNCHEZHIAN, J.M. PICKERING, M. NOSKOV, A.C. FOSTER, M.J.G. GRANT, R.M. MARSHALL, L.J. ARTHUR, O.W.E. MORRIS, T.H. FUHRMANN, S.T. ANDARAWEWA, J.E. KRAVCHENKO

FOURTH ROW: N.O.A.H. ROBINSON, J.W. FUHRMANN, E.J. THOMPSON, J.J. NEGRINE, C.J. PILCHER, L.R. MCILWRAITH, H.G. COX, E.A. VAGGELAS, L.W.R. BRUCE, H.R.E. MORRIS, J.B. WALDEN, T.D. EDMUNDS, S.D. SMITH FIFTH ROW:

A.H. URBAIN, N.J. CLOSE-INNIS, S. JO, W.J. PICKERING, J.D. HUNTER, J.W. FULTON, S.P. ARTHUR, C.T. COX, S.C. THOMPSON, L.T. CHRISTIE-ADAMS, M.C. SMITH, E.J. COCHRANE

SIXTH ROW:

J.D. MEO, M.R. FUHRMANN, T.M. JACOBSON, H.W.D. GATES, J.M.S. YUEN, K. KANEMURA, S. LEE, K. SCHLAPHOFF, B.R.B. WILSON

ABSENT:

MR G. NORMAN, MRS S. PRESTO

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2015 has proven to be a great year for the boys of Turnock House. Our House Supper provided a wonderful opportunity to reflect on the year that was, and to acknowledge the efforts and achievements of both students and teachers. On a personal note, having been in my role for a matter of weeks while Mrs Russell enjoys maternity leave, I have been touched by the generosity of spirit and the support shown by the students, members of staff and indeed many parents.

CORINNE RUSSELL

Turnock Housemaster KERRIE DICKSON

Acting Turnock Housemaster Term Four

HOUSEMASTER

MRS CORINNE RUSSELL

ACTING HOUSEMASTER HOUSE CAPTAIN HOUSE VICE-CAPTAIN HOUSE SACRISTAN SPORTS CAPTAIN CULTURAL CAPTAIN

My aspiration as an educator is to build self-belief in my students, provide opportunities at all year levels to build leadership capability, and engender a sense of community in these young men. I have certainly seen these qualities exhibited in abundance in the Turnock House. My goal next year is to further encourage these fine young men to take advantage of the opportunities provided by the school, so that they expand their outlook on life, further develop their many talents and have some fun during the process.

MRS KERRIE DICKSON LIAM PRIESTLEY CARTER BETTLES JASPER HARDY BAILEY WALLACE JOSH TARR

MENTOR TEACHERS MR ALAN BALDRY MRS JANELLE LUCAS MR MICHAEL SLEEMAN MR PHIL WARD

Some notable achievements from 2015 that I would like to highlight include: • An upward overall placement for the very competitive House Shield. This year we finished seventh, which is up one place from last year and is testament to the persistence of the boys. • Improved contributions by both junior and senior boys to House events, including Swimming, Cross Country and Athletics. • Achieving second place in the House Drama was certainly significant, allowing, as it did, the boys to indulge

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their creative, imaginative and innovative passions. • House Cluster – for me this was a personal highlight and I was in awe at the teamwork displayed by the Chess, Touch and Basketball teams, and encouraged by students willing to take risks and participate in teams they do not usually involve themselves in.

I would like to convey a very special thank you to our Turnock pastoral care teachers – Mrs Lucas, Mr Ward, Mr Baldry and Mr Sleeman. It is the pastoral care system that is the very essence of all we do at TSS, and it is our teachers that play an integral role in this. They are involved in all aspects of the young men’s development here at school – being academic, sporting, cultural, service, social and emotional support. We are truly blessed to have such caring and gifted teachers who give so freely of their time and hearts to ensure each student flourishes in all aspects of his life. For our Year 12 students it is now the beginning of many events to farewell this talented group of young men, starting with the House Supper, followed by the Valedictory Dinner and the Graduation Ceremony. All have led this year, not just to wear the badge or the title, but to selflessly serve their House, their school and their community. They have been a part of the Turnock team, leading with integrity and maturity, and it is at this time that we would like to acknowledge the calibre of these students and extend our appreciation for their hard work and wish them well for the future. My advice is to always believe in yourself, follow your passions and dare to dream


Turnock House big. You are amazing young men and you have a lot to offer our world.

Could be the comradery all these boys show

Turning to our Year 11s who will be next year’s leaders, you are encouraged to work together as a team and be fine role models for the younger students to emulate. Irrespective of whether you receive a formal leadership position next year, you are still a leader of this school and opportunities will be provided for you to develop your skills in this area and these will hold you in good stead for life beyond TSS.

Could be the village green and all the blood we shed

Years 7 to 10 students are encouraged to make the most of the opportunities that the school provides, particularly through the House system. This is an integral time of your life where you can gain some wonderful experiences, develop new skills and make new friends. So, have a go at different House events and have some fun! Now is the time to be doing this.

Or the winning team huddles lashing out that final tok-io Or early morning trainings down at the rowing shed Each boy here will have a memory they hold close But there is something I will always miss most It’s knowing that this place is like a second home A place you belong to and can call your own A place where tradition runs deep within these walls As you’re bound in the shark tank listening to the calls A place where your achievement status doesn’t matter If you’re a gun rugby player or a Bradman-like batter If you’re a mathematician by adding complex addition We never leave a TSS boy behind no matter what, that’s a condition Being a TSS student has taught me to be true to myself Always striving to be the best and reaching for the top shelf Never settle for less and to always be the best Doing what I can do to honour wearing the crest All these years have flown right by Southport boys until we die

Finally, thank you to the young men of Turnock House for enriching my life that little bit more, making every day a fun one and welcoming me with open arms and hearts into Turnock House.

This year has been one to remember., Turnock House had an excellent showing in all House events, proving yet again that we are a threat when it comes to House competitions. We have improved in all fields this year with high placings in Swimming, Drama, Athletics and Cross Country. It’s clear to see that the future of Turnock is in good hands with the junior boys of Turnock having consistent placings in the top

HOUSE CAPTAIN’S REPORT – LIAM PRIESTLEY TURNOCK VALEDICTORIANS

Southport Graduate The year 2015 has been one to remember With each Turnock senior being a valued member As the year draws to a close with each passing day All the boys are dreading when we have to say our final g’day It’s been somewhat special to be a part of this crew To wear our heart on our sleeve in the red, white and blue It felt like only yesterday we were all little Year 8s Now we are in Year 12 surrounded by nothing but mates There are few things we will miss from this place Could be the loud cheering or the nerves before the race

TURNOCK HOUSE OFFICE-HOLDERS L TO R:

J.A. TARR, C.A. BETTLES, MRS C. RUSSELL (HOUSEMASTER), L.B. PRIESTLEY, B.J. WALLACE

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five of each event. Our Turnock seniors are a vibrant bunch and we are all special in our own kind of way. We range from record-breaking athletes to golden palm recipients and it’s been a fantastic to be surrounded by such a supportive group of boys who all deserve the praise that will come their way in the future.

One standout student has been Carter Bettles. Carter and I have really bonded over the past two years helping each other to reach our full potential in the house. Carter is busy all year round with Rowing, Cross Country and Athletics, but he still manages time to help out when key dates for Turnock come around. Carter has really helped lift the weight off my shoulders when it comes to crunch time and for that I’m truly grateful, but the work of the rest of the Turnock seniors shouldn’t go unnoticed. Bailey Wallace, Samuel Nolan, Dom Richardson, Nikola Mitic, Lucas Woodman, Jake Kersten, Josh Tarr, Maarij Hammed, Austin Holmes, Mark Johnson and Patric Billic have enabled my job to be much easier than it should be. We have all combined as a group and been creative in the way we motivated this year’s Turnock House, and we trust the boys who take over us next year will do the same.

Of course all of this wouldn’t be valid if it weren’t for the work done by Mrs Russell. She has been the main instigator of the success for Turnock this year and her efforts have been second to none. Just to fill you in, Mrs Russell for the course of the year has been pregnant with her new baby. To continue on teaching and mentoring the Senior boys has been a spectacular effort and all the boys have been full of praise for what Mrs Russell has done for us. She was irreplaceable, and when selection time comes round for a new Housemaster both her and I were struggling to find candidates, until I was introduced to Mrs Dickson. I’ve only had the pleasure of knowing Mrs Dickson for a few weeks, but the impression she has left me with guarantees good results for Turnock. I say this with confidence when I say that Turnock House is in for some good years with Mrs Dickson being in charge as she is kind, loving and determined, so the future of Turnock House is in great hands.

The boys of Turnock House have been nothing but class, they have helped out where help is needed, they have put their hand up for every activity possible, the new faces have proved the devotion for the House and the old faces continue to prosper into the finest of young men. I trust that you boys will continue the legacy us seniors have left behind and to improve in every aspect of House/School activities. It’s a sad time for all us boys to leave you lads as you make coming to school a lot more enjoyable, so for that I thank you and I wish you the best of luck. I hope that all senior Turnock members have done you proud and for the boys who take over the leadership positions, make sure to listen to what the younger boys have to say because they are a lot smarter than you think. I want to thank all of the Mentor Teachers, Mr Alan Baldry, Mr Phil Ward, Mr Mike Sleeman and Mrs Janelle Lucas, you’ve all put in a huge effort this year with your teaching and with the mentoring of the boys of Turnock House. You all deserve a huge break and all the recognition so on behalf of the boys of Turnock House we thank you! My journey through The Southport School has been one to remember. During my time at TSS I have learnt a lot, not just academically, but I’ve developed life skills that will help me through my adulthood adapting to the workplace and what the world has to offer. I’ll leave you with this quote by Steve Jobs that best describes the 2015 Valedictorians of 2015, the crazy ones.

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Turnock House “Here’s to the crazy ones. The misfits. The rebels. The troublemakers. The round pegs in the square holes. The ones who see things differently. They’re not fond of rules. And they have no respect for the status quo. You can quote them, disagree with them, glorify or vilify them. About the only thing you can’t do is ignore them. Because they change things. They push the human race forward. And while some may see them as the crazy ones, we see genius. Because the people who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones who do.” Thank you very much for having me as your House Captain.

TURNOCK HOUSE IDEALS WEEK

This year Turnock House supported Guide Dogs Queensland in their fundraising activities by collecting money across a range of shopping centres on the Gold Coast during IDEALS Week. Together with Radcliffe House we raised over $10,000. These much needed funds will help in the training of Guide Dogs for visually impaired people, and is a wonderful opportunity for our students to push themselves outside of their comfort zone and become more community minded.

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TURNOCK HOUSE AWARDS YEAR 7

The Housemaster’s Trophy........................... Shaun Ledingham The Most Outstanding Academic Performance in Year 7

Sporting Excellence Award..................................Michael Ohori Housemaster’s Award............................ Michael van der Schyff Gentleman, Scholar, Athlete in Year 7

Half Colours Nicholas Cross, Christian Goh, Shaun Ledingham, Stirling McKinnon Prescott, Michael van der Schyff YEAR 8

The Andrew McCowen Shield............................ Aidan Kitchin For the Year 8 student who in the day-to-day life of The House proves himself to be honest, affable and always willing to serve the School community

The Housemaster’s Trophy.....................................James Smith Awarded to the Most Outstanding Year 8 Student

Full Colours Jack Brinsmead, Cody Durante, Harrison French, Aidan Kitchin, James Smith, Angus Timoney, Hugo Burdon Half Colours William Gault, Ethan Hillman, Jack Kukas, Nazar Lukashov, Lachlan McInnes, Samuel Stevens, (Billy) Vaisili Vivlios, Taj Young

The Bennett Shield .................................................James Smith Awarded to the Junior Secondary School student who by loyalty, dedication and reliability has made an outstanding contribution to the House and has been fully involved in the life of the School

Full Colours Rohan Hagbeck, Jesse Rutherford, Kobi Rutherford, Logan Wallace Half Colours William Dobrenov, Zane Goddard, Hayden Lansdown, Patrick Murtagh, Marko Savic YEAR 11

The Housemaster’s Award..................................... Jasper Hardy Gentleman, Scholar, Athlete in Year 11

The James Family Trophy................................ Samuel Morrow Awarded to the Most Outstanding Year 11 student

Full Colours Peter Baldry, Yash Bhoola, Jasper Hardy, Samuel Morrow, Josh Flatley, Percy Gee Half Colours Zachary Bruce, Joshua Cross, Christopher Lai, Bryce Linington YEAR 12

The Trist Family Trophy.......................................Liam Priestley Awarded for the Most Outstanding Contribution to House Drama

YEAR 9

The Greenfield Family Trophy................ Samuel McMath and Awarded to the Most Outstanding Year 9 Student William Timoney The Fox Family Trophy.........................Thomas van der Schyff Gentleman, Scholar, Athlete in Year 9

Full Colours Robert Gregory, Samuel McMath, Harrison Smith, William Thilwind, William Timoney, Thomas van der Schyff Half Colours Austin Bettles, Mitch Kersten, Levi Sampson, Hugo Sharples, Jack Rayner YEAR 10

The McKinnon Family Trophy........................Kobi Rutherford Awarded to the Most Outstanding Year 10

The Jay Family Trophy..........................Thomas van der Schyff Awarded to the Most Outstanding Junior Sportsman

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The Callard and Cole Trophy................................. Patrick Bilic Awarded for the most Outstanding Actor

Brian Smith Perpetual Trophy............................. Bailey Wallace For contribution to House Competition in Athletics

The Bacon Trophy................................................... Jake Kersten Awarded for the Most Outstanding Performance in Swimming

The Fletcher Family Trophy.................................. Jasper Hardy Awarded to the Most Outstanding Rower

The Nathan Sharpe Trophy......................................Joshua Tarr (School Captain 1995 and Wallaby). Awarded to the young man who most embodies the House Motto of “Productiveness and Faithfulness”

The Goddard Family Trophy................................Carter Bettles Awarded to the Senior All-round Sportsman of the Year

The Midwood Trophy...............................Dominic Richardson Awarded for Excellence

The Murray Family Trophy..................................Carter Bettles Awarded to the House Vice-captain


Turnock House The T.H. Turnock Trophy....................................Liam Priestley Awarded to the Year 12 student who by his example, loyalty, dedication and reliability has made an outstanding contribution to both the School and House

Full Colours Carter Bettles, Mark Johnson, Samuel Nolan, Liam Priestley, Joshua Tarr, Bailey Wallace, Lucas Woodman Half Colours Patrick Bilic, Maarij Hameed, Jake Kersten The Hutcheon Family Trophy for Academic Excellence

Awarded to those students who have appeared on the Dean’s List during 2015

Shaun Ledingham, Aidan Kitchin, James Smith, Angus Timoney, Samuel McMath, William Timoney, Jesse Rutherford, Kobi Rutherford, Peter Baldry, Yash Bhoola, Mark Johnson, Samuel Nolan, Joshua Tarr

TURNOCK HOUSE SEATED ROW:

Z.W. BRUCE, A.J. HOLMES, B.J. WALLACE, M.M. HAMEED, M.C. JOHNSON, D.J. RICHARDSON, C.A. BETTLES, MRS C. RUSSELL (HOUSEMASTER), L.B. PRIESTLEY, J.K. KERSTEN, J.A. TARR, S.F. NOLAN, L.A. WOODMAN, P. BILIC, P.A. BALDRY, C.M. LAI

SECOND ROW: MR M. SLEEMAN, K.A. RUTHERFORD, B.G. SPITTLE, M. SAVIC, L.G. HOULAHAN, B.A. LININGTON, J. CROSS, B.A.E. PRETTY, R.T. DURDEN, J.L. HARDY, J.J. FLATLEY, S.A. MORROW, P.K. GEE, Y. BHOOLA, P.N. MURTAGH, H.S. LANSDOWN, MR A. BALDRY THIRD ROW:

MR P. WARD, H.C.N. SHARPLES, H.A.P. LICKISS, L. SAMPSON, J.D. RAYNER, C.R. HOLMES, W.T.W. DOBRENOV, A.H. LANSDOWN, H.D.I. SMITH, R.R. HAGBECK, D.P. MARINER, L.C. WALLACE, H.A. SMITH, S.H. MCMATH, J.G. RUTHERFORD, MRS J. LUCAS

FOURTH ROW: M.Y. OHORI, E.P. HILLMAN, J.T.E. SMITH, L.D.P. MCINNES, A.H. TIMONEY, J.C. KUKAS, W.K. THILWIND, T.P. VAN DER SCHYFF, W.O. TIMONEY, R.Z. GREGORY, A.A. KITCHIN, V.D. VIVLIOS, W.J. GAULT, C. DURANTE, A.J. BETTLES FIFTH ROW:

M.F. GODDARD, N. CROSS, N.L. ROBERTSON, M.D. VAN DER SCHYFF, T.T. YOUNG, H. FRENCH, S.N.P. STEVENS, J.P.K. BRINSMEAD, N. LUKASHOV, L. DEBELAK, M.H. SPITTLE, N.B. BROWN, S.M.P. MCINNES, S.G. LEDINGHAM

ABSENT:

Z.F. GODDARD, C. GOH, M.K. KERSTEN, N. MITIC, J.R. OHORI

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As another year comes to its end, we reflect upon the year that was 2015 in Walker House, and wow! What a year we’ve had. The loss of Mr Steve Roberts, Walker Co-Housemaster, was undoubtedly a shock for the Walker brothers, however, out of this tragedy came a positive. The boys took on what Steve had always worked to instil within their attitudes – a sense of commitment, comradery and passion and worked extremely hard to put that into practice throughout the year.

RACHAEL FENNELL

Walker Co-Housemaster

CO-HOUSEMASTERS MRS RACHAEL FENNELL MR STEVE ROBERTS ACTING HOUSEMASTERS FOR 2015 MR MARK HERRIMAN MR PHIL WARD HOUSE CAPTAIN HOUSE VICE-CAPTAIN SPORTS CAPTAINS MENTOR TEACHERS

GRAYSON BELL ZAC MORRISON JAMES BRICKNELL DYLAN NUNN

This year has been a rather challenging one for the boys in Walker House, with Mr Phil Ward taking the reins in Term One, and Mr Mark Herriman covering my long service leave for four weeks of Term Three after my appointment as Co-Housemaster in Term Two. Many thanks must go to both of those men who led the House with a firm yet tender hand in their time here for which I am grateful. Taking on the position of Co-Housemaster was a no-brainer for me. Having worked with the boys in Walker House for a time in 2014, I was excited to strengthen the relationships I had already begun to build within the House and to steer the ship as steady as I could for however long I was going to be part of the Walker Team.

MR PETER BROMLEY MR ROB CLEGG MR BRUCE CURTIS MR CHRIS GEORGE

If success is measured purely upon the House Shield competition, it would look as though Walker House has somewhat faltered in 2015, however, in my eyes the journey is far more important than the destination. Guiding the boys through the Cross Country, Track and Field, House Drama, Clusters Two and Three I witnessed so many moments of magic. Supported by a strong House leadership team, all I asked of the

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boys is that whatever our perceived skill level – we had as many boys as possible involved and that we fill every event. Plain and simple, and for the most part the boys did exactly that. We were the second Day House in the placings for the Cross Country due to the fact that we have strength in numbers, and when coupled by the placings gained by many of the boys we really showed a glimpse of what Walker is capable of. Jumping from 11th place last year to sixth this year in the event shows just how much effort the boys put in.

The House Drama is always a highlight – and we had nearly half the House involved in the play that was the see 32-year-old gaming addict Jamie meet a girl, fall in love and finally move out of home. The fits of laughter in the rehearsals, the hard work of the scriptwriting team after hours, the technical crew compiling impressive simulations and support in the audience by the House were all far more valuable team-building experiences than the placing would suggest. As an educator I pride myself on building strong and positive relationships with boys, which I firmly believe is the core of our business here as a Housemaster. In building relationships we build trust and allow the boys to feel that when they are here at school they have an ally and confidante, they have someone who wants to know everything about who they are and they have someone who wants them to be the best they can be – even if that means on occasion telling them things that are hard to hear. All I ask of boys in Walker House is that they do their best, that we put


Walker House our best foot forward, and whatever the result – that will always be good enough for me. To our current Walker House Year 12s I offer my heartfelt thanks for your smiles, enthusiasm and care in dealings with students. I look forward our fortnightly Milo sessions where laughter is in abundance and I have enjoyed getting to know each and every one of you. It is far easier to meet the challenges of leadership when setting such a fantastic personal example to the rest of the House. The influence of positive role models can never be underestimated. You have each in your own way left a valuable legacy for our future Walker boys to follow. In 2015, you have indeed made a difference and should be as proud of yourselves as I am. Walker House is a team and we are incredibly fortunate to have such passionate staff on board. Our Mentor Teachers – Mr Peter Bromley, Mr Bruce Curtis, Mr Rob Clegg and Mr Chris George – I sincerely thank you for your support of the boys in the House, for all that you do and for your willingness to jump in wherever necessary for the greater good of the House. There is one other person who I need to thank and acknowledge and that is Mr Steve Roberts. Despite his illness, he was always happy to jump on to his email and answer my many questions, provide encouragement and support and offer advice. The greatest legacy Steve left Walker House is the strong sense of community, and in large part it was because of this we decided to put together a gift for Steve. Those who knew Steve know that his greatest legacy of all was his daughter Amy. When it became apparent to us that Steve was not going to be able to get to Tuscany himself, which he had mentioned to me was on his bucket list, I put it to the boys that we send Amy in his place. The Walker House families and staff were honoured to present Amy with a Flight Centre voucher valued at just over $2,300 in hopes that someday soon, Steve will get to see Tuscany through the eyes of his daughter.

HOUSE CAPTAIN’S REPORT – GRAYSON BELL

2015 has proved to be another incredible year and will be cherished immensely. Filled with many memories, the Seniors have had one extraordinary conclusion to The Southport School. Looking back to the beginning of this year, Orientation Day, feels a century ago when we first met the Year 8s. And what a year 2015 has been for Walker House. Since my first steps into Walker House five years ago, I’m beginning to realise how close to the end of school we truly are and that my final days of this prestigious House are coming to an end.

I very much look forward to 2016 in Walker House and continuing to mentor and lead the boys with enthusiasm, passion and pride. To Victory through Unity.

WALKER HOUSE OFFICE-HOLDERS L TO R:

D. NUNN, G.J. BELL, MRS R. FENNELL (CO-HOUSEMASTER), Z.H. MORRISON, J.P. BRICKNELL

ABSENT:

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mateship. It is safe to say that looking into each and every year group, each of them brings an element of uniqueness to our House. It is pleasing to be involved with such a wide range of talented young students, whether they be competing at nationals for gymnastics, competing on the field for the Firsts, or thundering on the chess mats – it does have a positive effect in Walker.

This includes reminiscing about Mr Roberts. As well as myself, and the other boys would agree, that the spirit, the energy and the passion that Mr Roberts displayed on a daily level will definitely be ones to remember while we face challenges in leaving TSS and moving forward into our lives. Our greatest legacy for Mr Roberts is to be the type of men he would want us to be, to always be positive in times of adversity and to always show dignity and respect to everyone we meet along our way.

Across the board, my fondest memories from the past five years would be our perplexing House Drama play. Having little to no knowledge with most elements in the arts and drama department, I knew we were in for a big one. But with the boundless aid from both students and mentors, a work of art was produced. Although the judges may not have approved of the revealing dresses worn by Stan, Noah and Anthony, they definitely brought a crack of laughter to the audience. We earnt a surprising 10th place, but all the boys can agree that making and performing this script was one of the most memorable moments of Walker House. Jesse Clough and Mr George, we can all appreciate the tremendous effort you’ve put into this event. To our pastoral care teachers, Mr George, Mr Curtis, Mr Clegg and Mr Bromley. Thank you for your time and effort that you have put into the House. By mentoring us for the past years you definitely meant a lot to us as we are grateful for everything.

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Walker House Co-Housemaster Mrs Fennell, your work and attitude behind the scenes do not go unnoticed. Your passion and knowledge is always driving the House forward and it is lucky of us to have such an amazing Housemaster. With having such a difficult year, your guidance throughout the year has been invaluable. Your care and support that you have given us in the past years is just indescribable and you have definitely been a great inspiration and role model for the Seniors. Thank you for all you work and dedication to the House, you definitely made our time that much more enjoyable! These past few years have flown by, and the memories made with Walker House will be ones that we as Seniors will keep for a lifetime. To the Seniors of 2015. It has been a pleasure working alongside you boys by making our last year the most memorable year. Thank you for your efforts and dedication to the House. To the rest of the boys in the House, my challenge to you for your future endeavors at TSS is to acknowledge the past, and under the new leadership of Mrs Fennell, create a new chapter for Walker House. Good luck with everything that your future holds.

IDEALLY… IN WALKER HOUSE

Friends Of The Federation Walk – The Spit TSS has a long history assisting with the regeneration of the Main Beach Spit area. This year a group of Walker House boys worked on the Federation Walk learning the skills of successful planting, weeding and dune rejuvenation. In the recent dry spell a number of new plants had died and the boys replaced these ensuring there were plenty of water crystals included in the mix and carefully watering-in the replacement plants. The City of Gold Coast supervisor explained the long-term aims of the Federation Walk and highlighted their successes. Collecting For Guide Dogs Queensland A number of boys took to the shopping centres of the Gold Coast community in efforts to raise money for this worthwhile cause. Joining Radcliffe House, who have had a long-standing relationship with Guide Dogs Queensland, THE SOUTHPORT SCHOOL SOUTHPORTONIAN 2015

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Walker House the boys raised just under $3000 on the day – a fantastic achievement that will undoubtedly provide much needed support.

Music Service For the past nine years a group of musicians have travelled to local aged care facilities and special schools to provide musical entertainment, and this year many Walker boys were part of this service. Music has long been seen as a form of therapy for many different reasons. Have you ever listened to a piece of music and smiled? Or felt sad? Whether from the music itself, or from our associations with the music, music taps into our emotional systems. Many people use this in a therapeutic way, listening to certain music that makes them feel a certain way. The smiles on the faces of the elderly in the audience, of the children at Southport Special School and The Sony Camp and on the faces of the boys and staff performing shows just how powerful music can be.

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WALKER HOUSE AWARDS

Most Outstanding Year 7...................................... Joshua Brown

Sailing..................................................................... Lachlan Read

Most Outstanding Year 8...............................Harrison Kennedy

Cricket..................................................................Brandon Faber

Most Outstanding Year 9.........................................Jimmy Chiu

Rowing................................................................James Bricknell

Most Outstanding Year 10..................................... Henry Waller

Swimming...............................................................Grayson Bell

Most Outstanding Year 11...................................... Jesse Clough

Cross Country....................................................... Zac Morrison

Most Outstanding Year 12.................................... Zac Morrison

Athletics....................................Zac Morrison and Dylan Nunn Football............................................................... Harrison Runje Rugby...................................................................... Noah Lolesio Tennis............................James Bricknell and Jack Hummelstad Gymnastics............................................................... Taylor Moss Basketball.......................................................... Lachlan Maxwell Drama........................................................ Sam Cookson-Butler Music.......................................................................... Mitch Nye Debating................................................................. Lachlan Read Speech Variety................................................... Oscar Churchill Chess...........................................................................Taisei Fujii

Housemaster’s Award For Academics Year 7..... Harry Bennett Housemaster’s Award For Academics Year 8............Taisei Fujii Housemaster’s Award For Academics Year 9..... Sameel Vahidy Housemaster’s Award For Academics Year 10............Ji Rogelja Housemaster’s Award For Academics Year 11.... Bailey Senden Housemaster’s Award For Academics Year 12.... Zac Morrison

Spirit Award Year 7...........................................Liberato Vinaccia Spirit Award Year 8............................................Benjamin Waller Spirit Award Year 9..................................................... Jed Heslop Spirit Award Year 10...................................................... Joe Knox Spirit Award Year 11............................................... Noah Lolesio Spirit Award Year 12......................................... Beau Rutherford

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Bruce Curtis Community Service Award....Hamish Thomson Low Memorial Award................................................ Mitch Nye

For Service To The House

Walker Memorial Award......................................... Dylan Nunn K.S. Mackay Award.................................................Grayson Bell For Excellence In Leadership


Walker House

WALKER HOUSE SEATED ROW:

B. FABER, A.R.M. MURRAY, W.A. SCOTCHMER, M.W. NYE, J.P. BRICKNELL, Z.N. QUINN, D. NUNN, G.J. BELL, MRS R. FENNELL (CO-HOUSEMASTER), Z.H. MORRISON, J.C. HUMMELSTAD, H.C. NORRIS, B.P. RUTHERFORD, H.C. THOMSON, J.A. CLOUGH, T.P.M. MOSS

SECOND ROW: MR P. BROMLEY, MR B. CURTIS, L.C. RUTHERFORD, L. ZHENG, C.R. FITENI, T. AULTON, M.J. BEDDOES, H. RUNJE, I. SHTENGELOV, S.H.C. MACKAY-PAYNE, L.J. MAXWELL, A.I. BROWN, S. COOKSON-BUTLER, B.G. SENDEN, N.S. LOLESIO, O.J. TODD, B.C. RODRIGUES, MR C. GEORGE, MR R. CLEGG THIRD ROW:

C.T. CORBETT, O.D. CHURCHILL, J. PILKINGTON, T.O. HOLLIDAY, J.A.D. ROGELJA, L.W. MEALLIN, L.M. READ, C.G. CLEGG, O.A. BUTLER, J.P. LATHOURAS, J.M. KNOX, J.M. LEATHEM, H.P. WALLER, J.C. MURRAY

FOURTH ROW: L.J. HUGHES, A.A. THOMSON, H.D. MORRISON, T. CHIU, D.J. HUMMELSTAD, W.J. THOMSON, J.A. HESLOP, Z. JAMES, S.J.A. JEANS, J. BOLTON, S.A. VAHIDY, T.R. FAIRNINGTON, T. FUJII FIFTH ROW:

R.J. KING, L.P. BROOKS, C.R. SELBY, T.A. SCOTCHMER, H.S. KENNEDY, S. KIM, B.H. WALLER, H.A. BENNETT, L.C. VINACCIA

SIXTH ROW:

J.M. BATT, J.R. HARRISON, E.L. MACLEOD, H.P. DEVANTIER, J.W.A. BROWN, T.E. CORBETT

ABSENT:

I. JACKSON, T.J. SHERLINE, A. SHTENGELOV, G.G. SPRING, MR S. ROBERTS (CO-HOUSEMASTER)

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THE HARVEST

HEART OF GLASS – BROCK THORNBURGH YEAR 12


HEBEL AND TALCSONE DESIGN – HARRI SMITH

RAKU WARRIOR – DANIEL BOWEN YEAR 9

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DELPRATT – DOUGAL COLEMAN YEAR 9


Harvest JUSTICE LEAGUE 2 – JOTI NONGGORR YEAR 11

THE EYE OF THE TIGER – HARRY MCSORILEY YEAR 10

PROTECT ME FROM WHAT I WANT – MAX STATHAM YEAR 12

TREE OF LIFE – ZAC MCFARLANE YEAR 12

TALCSTONE SCULPTURE – JAIDAN JONES YEAR 9

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TENSION – HARRY KING YEAR 10

SURFERS WAVE – JAKE JONES YEAR 10

THE CHANGING SKYLINE – BAILEY HARMER YEAR 10

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SURFERS DICHOTOMY – ETHAN SETCHELL YEAR 10


BREAKING THE CYCLE – JACOB PAULSON YEAR 12

FUTURE MERMAID – EDDIE LAM YEAR 10

JESUS WEPT – TIM RICHARDSON YEAR 12

SURFERS PARADISE – HAYDEN LANSDOWN YEAR 10

SURFERS – DAUNTAE MARINER YEAR 10

Harvest

PEACE AND HARMONY JOSH SETCELL YEAR 12

BURLEIGH HEADS DOUGAL COLEMAN YEAR 9

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YOU CAN’T OUTRUN A BULLET – ZAC MCFARLANE YEAR 12


Harvest

BURLEIGH HEADS – CHARLIE HAWKINS YEAR 9

BURLEIGH HEADS – DANIEL BOWEN YEAR 9

BURLEIGH HEADS – PIERE HUANG YEAR 9

BURLEIGH HEADS – TOM FUHRMANN YEAR 9

GREETINGS FROM SURFERS – KYLE LOWE YEAR 10

THE FUTURE – JACK KLEMENTSEN YEAR 12

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ACTIVITIES AND SPORT


This was another action-packed GPS season catering for the Prep and Senior School students in one combined GPS program. It was exciting to see the U10 team open the day with their junior matches at the same complex and then watch the senior boys finish the GPS round against the same school opposition. In the championship sports (Swimming, Cross Country and Track and Field) there were two separate events and the Prep School were highly competitive in all these sports with some talented TSS athletes winning their events. Everyone appreciated the spectacle and especially when the Senior boys were present to cheer on the younger TSS athletes. BRYAN HAIN

Director of Sport

It is getting extremely tough to win a GPS event against the much bigger schools in Brisbane. So it is pleasing to look back at 2015 with three GPS titles in Swimming, Sailing and Cricket. I am sure the Seniors will look back at 2015 with pride, having challenged for honours in so many of the GPS Sports and Activities. The TSS Swimming program is making a huge impression in both the school and club swimming community. The numbers of State, national and even international-level swimmers has gradually risen over the past three years. TSS competed strongly to win the GPS Swimming Championships and held off a spirited challenge from BGS and BBC who finished 41 and 49 points behind the boys in red, white and blue. The TSS Sailing program continues to grow in strength even though there has been considerable restructuring at the State organising level. The school has some very dedicated and talented sailors at the school, all successfully competing across the country (and even at international regattas) in their various class boats. TSS had two

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teams competing at the GPS Sailing Championships and it was great to see the school secure the trophy after a full day of races at RQ Brisbane.

The TSS Cricket program is now considered one of the strongest school coaching centres in SE Queensland. Not only is the school consistently sending players through the representative pathways, but is also winning many more games in the GPS school competition. 2015 was a very successful year for TSS cricket and it was great to see the 1st XI secure the GPS title once again. TSS Gymnastics compete against a small number of GPS schools as not every school has a specialist gymnastics centre on site. In 2015 TSS finished second overall in the GPS Gymnastics Championship. The position points from the three age group divisions are combined to find the overall winner. TSS finished second in all three divisions, just behind a strong BGS gymnastics team.

The TSS Rugby season fired up in Term Two with the Queensland Schoolboy trials, followed by the National Championships in the mid-year break. Well done to all the boys who featured in the State and national level squads. It was great to see so many boys playing representative rugby in 2015. The seniors will remember 2015 as a very successful year with considerable success in the Open Divisions. Once again the


Director of Sport Report First XV played an exciting style of football and we were on top of the table after five rounds. Unfortunately a close defeat to Nudgee (26-29) changed the season and in the end TSS finished equal third on the GPS ladder with TGS and BBC. Nudgee finished in second position with Churchie once again taking out top honours.

TSS has always had a long association with the sport of rowing after its founder based the school on the banks of the Nerang River. Success in the early season regattas at Grafton and strong training programs in the holiday camps saw TSS start the new season in good form. TSS looked well placed to challenge Nudgee for race honours at the Head of the River, but in the end finished third in the First VIII race. All the crews in the three separate age groups raced well to secure TSS Rowing second place overall in the Old Boys Cup.

In the activities of Chess TSS had a wonderful year finishing third overall, the first time the school has finished in the top three since 2009. This was a fantastic result for the chess program and the large number of players who compete for the school across the different age groups. GPS Debating is also another exciting activity on offer at TSS and although the seniors performed well in the many debates, unfortunately wins were hard to secure in 2015. The TSS Golf team won the Junior Inter-collegiate championship and the senior team finished in the top three of all the golf schools in South East Queensland. The senior team also performed well in the GPS championships, finishing third overall.

TSS continues to make good progress in both Cross Country and Athletics. This year we saw one of the closest GPS cross country championships ever. TSS finished one point off third place and only three points off a second place. The TSS U15’s and U16’s age group teams both finished in the top three positions and the Open team finished fourth. In Track and Field there has been a gradual increase in the number of athletes at TSS who have committed to a longer training and preparation program. It was pleasing to see so many TSS athletes achieve a personal best performance at the GPS Championships and a number of boys go on to represent Queensland at National Championships later in the year. TSS Basketball had a stellar season and finished equal second on the GPS ladder, just behind Ipswich Grammar School who took out the overall title. Over the years the TSS basketball program has established itself as a breeding ground for committed young basketball players who are keen to go further in the game, whether that be locally or secure a USA College Scholarship. This year the TSS squad worked extremely hard to prepare for the GPS season and that’s why it is so pleasing to see them achieve their goal of a top three finish.

In conclusion it has been a rewarding year for so many boys who have competed for TSS in the various sports and activities. Regardless of the team, age or level it was great to see the TSS sportsmanship, community spirit and the overall enthusiasm to support all activities. I would like to take this opportunity to wish the class of 2015 every success in their future endeavours.

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The ‘sea of colour’, House chants and cheering from the House bays all added to the positive sporting culture. The highlight in many of these Carnivals was seeing boys all abilities push themselves to their limit. Getting over the fear of ‘I can’t do this’ or ‘It is too hard’ was simply not the case for most TSS Prep boys in 2015. Long may it continue. A wonderful example of this was in the optional 800m race at the Athletics Carnival – over 90% of Years 3-6 boys took part!

ANDREW ROBERTSON

Prep Sportsmaster

A large and diverse program would not happen without the time and energy of dedicated coordinators and coaching staff. To all staff who provide wonderful support, we thank you for your energy and passion. You make the experiences for the boys so positive and enjoyable. Specifically, thanks goes to: • Swimming Ms Janice Cole and Mr David Proud • Cricket Mr Steve Baker, Mr Mark Hoppe, Mr Andrew Robertson, Mr Dirk Benson

‘Sport for all’ certainly applied to sport at Prep during 2015. We have a broad range of sporting opportunities that aim to engage and challenge our boys. Whether it be GPS sport, club sport involvement, pre-season or in-season training, lunchtime opportunities or House Carnivals, it was impressive to see the large number of boys who regularly took up the challenge to learn skills, enjoy themselves, face a new experience, represent the school and play with their mates. The Physical Education and Core Skills lessons provide developmentally appropriate activities that allow boys at TSS Prep to develop their skills, provide much needed physical activity, and reinforce the benefits of working together in teams. These all enhance the sporting opportunities at TSS and contribute positively to the greater TSS community. The House Carnival competitions throughout 2015 allowed all boys to get involved positively in sport at school.

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• Track and Field Mr Mark Wyer, Mr Andrew Robertson, Mr Tom Batty, Ms Catherine Gittins • Chess Mr Steve Hamilton, Ms Kerrie Anderson • Cross Country Mr Andrew Robertson, Mr Tom Batty, Dr Rob Lachlan • Football Mr Joe Dolan, Mr Tom Batty, Ms Deb Goudy, Mr Dirk Benson, Mr Craig Newton • GPS Rugby Mr Remwell Melia, Mr Mark Hoppe • Prep Rugby Mr Andrew Robertson, Ms Marisa Schroder, Mr Scott McLellan, Mr Fergus Trevethan, Mr Mark Hoppe and our wonderful parent coaches • Basketball Mrs Marisa Schroder, Mr Steve Robinson

• Tennis Ms Kerrie Aquilina • Sailing Mr Brett Massey, Mr Mark Lockett, • Debating Mr Dirk Benson, Mr Mark Hoppe, Mr Craig Newton Thank you to Mrs Marisa Schroder who continues to provide quality behind the scenes. She’ gets stuff done’ efficiently and expertly. The smooth day-to-day running of sport at the Prep School is largely due to her experience and knowledge. The boys, parents and staff recognise and thank her immensely for going above and beyond to get sporting opportunities out to our boys. To friends, families, senior students and co-curricular providers who have supported Prep sport with your time and energy, we appreciate your contribution to making sport a positive one for the boys. We could not offer the diverse opportunities without your skill and knowledge. TSS certainly provides a pathway for boys to achieve to their full sporting potential if they choose, from developing their fundamental movement skills, applying these skills in age-appropriate competitions and striving for excellence. I would like to congratulate all the boys who have taken to the sporting fields in 2015. You have impressed in the way you have represented yourselves, your families and your school. You may not always have got the results you were after, or made mistakes, or been knocked down. What is important is how you responded to these challenges. I hope that through sport at TSS you have learnt how to cope, how to get back up and strive to be a better person. I am constantly amazed by what the boys are capable of. I hope you took away some positive experiences from 2015 and can build on these as you continue the journey into 2016. Give it a crack!


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SWIMMING

Winning House.............................................................Shepherd

9 Years

Champion ..........................................................Avery Thomson Runner-up ...................................................................... John Ell 3rd ......................................................................... Adam Nickalls

10 Years

Champion ........................................................William Marshall Runner-up ..................................................... Cristian Cartisano 3rd ............................................................................ Zak Howard

11 Years

Champion ......................................................... Bailey Campbell Runner-up ...............................................Mitcham Kannemann 3rd ...............................................................................William Ell

12 Years

Under 9

1st.................................................................... Callum O’Connor 2nd................................................................................Dane Elvin 3rd.......................................................................Lawrence Keates

Under 10

1st.................................................................... Cartisano, Cristian 2nd............................................................................... Billy Hayes 3rd.....................................................................Emerson Rameau

Under 11

1st.................................................................................William Ell 2nd..................................................................... Oscar Rutherford 3rd......................................................................... Dane Lehndorf

Under 12

1st =................................................................................Zac Elvin 1st =.................................................................. Charlie Chandler 3rd...........................................................................Louis Chabert

Champion ............................................................... Judd Ransby Runner-up ...................................................... Jackson Donovan 3rd ............................................................................ Riley Collier

CELEBRATING INDIVIDUAL ACHIEVEMENT IN GPS SPORTS

Overall School Champion 2015 ...................... Bailey Campbell

William Marshall...................................South Coast Swimming

TRACK AND FIELD

Winning House............................................................ Musgrave

Under 8/9s

1st.............................................................................. Billy Wellard 2nd................................................................... Callum O’Connor 3rd............................................................................. William Cox

Under 10

1st..................................................................... Cristian Cartisano 2nd............................................................................... Billy Hayes 3rd................................................................................Finn Kukas

Under 11

1st...................................................................... Oscar Rutherford 2nd................................................................................William Ell 3rd...............................................................................Cody Wood

Under 12

Year 5

Justin Faber ................South Coast Regional Under 12 Cricket William Ell.......................................................Hinterland Green District Cross Country Guy Burdon....................................................Hinterland Green District Cross Country Cristian Cartisano...........................................Hinterland Green District Cross Country Emerson Rameau............................................Hinterland Green District Cross Country

Year 6 Oscar Rutherford........... South Coast Regional Cross Country South Coast Regional Track and Field Queensland Track and Field Dane Lehndorf........ Hinterland Green District Cross Country

1st.............................. Louis Chabert (and 2015 Champion Boy) 2nd........................................................................... Charlie White 3rd..................................................................... Charlie Chandler

Charlie Chandler................... Hinterland Green District Cross

CROSS COUNTRY

Taarik Alikhan.............................South Coast Under 12 Rugby

Winning House....................................Musgrave – 4,062 Points

Cooper McGeary.............................. Hinterland Green District Under 12 Rugby

Under 7

1st......................................................................Harrison Howard 2nd........................................................................... Leo Llewellyn 3rd..............................................................................Eshan Singh

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Christos Vivlios ..........................South Coast Under 12 Rugby Thomas Hancock .......................South Coast Under 12 Rugby

James Goffman.........................South Coast District Golf Team Cy Dacey.......................................................... State Gymnastics Louis Chabert........................................... South Coast Regional Under 12 Cricket Liam O’Connor................................ Hinterland Green District Under 12 Cricket


Athletics The 2015 Cross Country season was another successful one at TSS as the team begun to adopt the mantra of “we run”. At both the Prep and Senior Schools, the focus on a thorough preparation was key and attendance at training was superb, with up to 100 runners recorded at some sessions. Fantastic to see! From a representative point of view, TSS had five runners represent South Coast at the annual State Championships, with Kobi Rutherford gaining selection in the Queensland team for the National Championships. Their results were:

ANDREW STALLING

Director of Cross Country ANDREW ROBERTSON TOM BATTY ROB LACHLAN

Prep Cross Country Coordinators

• Oscar Rutherford 9th 11 Years 3km and 4th in the 4 x 1,000m relay • Kobi Rutherford 12th 15 Years 4km and 2nd in the 4 x 1,500m relay • Ben Gibson 13th 15 Years 4km and 2nd in the 4 x 1,500m relay • Franky Maroney-Vita 37th 16 Years 6km

runners were excited to test themselves against the best runners in the GPS Competition. TSS performed really well on the day and it was great to see many smiles on the faces of the boys at the Championships and at the TSS Cross Country Trophy Presentation. The Junior team comprised of runners from Years 5-7 and these age groups performed admirably against the bigger Brisbane schools, achieving fourth place overall. In the Senior event, 2015 was the closest GPS Championships ever contested with eight points separating the top seven schools. While the Senior team improved from 22 points last year to 27 points this year, we were one point short of equal fourth place (BBC, ACGS and GT – 28 pts) and three points short of second overall (30 points – BGS and BSHS). All TSS runners on the day performed admirably and it is impressive to see the TSS team still improving despite the fierce competition between schools.

• Carter Bettles 19th 17 Years 6km and 4th in the 4 x 1,500m relay

Age Group results were: • 10 Years – 4th (6 points) The 45 GPS Cross Country Championships was held on Wednesday 3 June and from a TSS point of view it was great to have over 120 runners from both sides of Ferry Road unite to form a strong team. The preparation of both teams had been very consistent and all th

• 11 Years – 3rd (7 points) • 12 Years – 5th (5 points) • Junior team – 4th overall (18 points out of 30) • 13 Years – 7th (3 points)

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• 14 Years – 7th (3 points) • 15 Years – 2 (8 points) nd

• 16 Years – 3rd (7 points) • Open – 4th (6 points) • Senior team – 7th overall (27 points out of 50) There were a number of outstanding individual performances on the day. These were:

Training sessions began 10 weeks prior to the final championship race. They consisted of two sessions a week after school where boys worked to improve their endurance and speed. To measure the boys’ progress and get a taste of running with the whole TSS team we ran regular time trials on Friday afternoons. On one such occasion the boys involved had to avoid knee-deep water to get across to the Centenary Centre. The boys involved will remember that as a highlight of their season.

• Cristian Cartisano – 1st place 10 Years • Guy Burdon – 8th place 10 Years • Oscar Rutherford – 1st place 11 Years • William Ell – 8th place 11 Years • Hugo Burdon – 7th place 14 Years • Kobi Rutherford – 5th place 15 Years • Ben Gibson – 7th place 15 Years • Toby Redler – 4th place 16 Years • Carter Bettles – 5th place Opens Thank you must go to Head Coach Mr Jackson Elliot, Prep coach Mr Andrew Robertson and the many staff who have worked hard to support the runners over the course of the season. There is a great running culture developing at TSS that bodes well for the future! PREP CROSS COUNTRY

This year was the second year the Preparatory boys joined with the Senior School boys to represent TSS at GPS events. The Preparatory boys relished the challenge of running in the GPS championships.

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Over 70 different Prep boys trained over the 10 weeks. Some from Year 4. While these younger boys were unable to compete at the final GPS Championships it was pleasing to allow some of them the opportunity to run in a GPS lead-up meet. They performed amazingly well in the 10 Years age group and it augers well for the future.


Athletics

The Prep team arrived full of anticipation and excitement to the final GPS Championship at Limestone Park, Ipswich in Term Two. The first event of the day was the 10 Years 2km race. It was an outstanding start to the day with an amazing run by Cristian Cartisano who took out the title with a very strong run. Other boys who performed well included Emerson Rameau and Guy Burdon. In the 11 Years 3,000m race Oscar Rutherford backed up his 2014 win with another title-winning performance. The 11 Years boys was a very strong age group with top performances from William Ell, Dane Lehndorf and Joshua Boyle. Finally, the 12 Years 3000m event saw solid performances from all runners. Special mention should be made of the top results to Charlie Chandler and Zachary Elvin. CRISTIAN CARTISANO FIRST – 10 YEARS, OSCAR RUTHERFORD AND WILLIAM ELL 1ST AND 2ND 11 YEARS BOYS

Hinterland District Trials – May The following boys qualified for the South Coast Championships

10 Years Cristian Cartisano, Guy Burdon and Emerson Rameau

11 Years

To end the season, all GPS Cross Country runners attended an awards night at the Centenary Centre. Harry Stapleton, the GPS Prep Cross Country Captain, articulated the enjoyment and challenge that came with being involved in Cross Country in the Prep School during 2015. This was an excellent summary and the audience enjoyed his account of the season. Other events Prep GPS runners competed and performed well at during the season:

William Ell, Oscar Rutherford, Dane Lehndorf. Oscar was selected to represent South Coast after the SC trial race.

12 Years Charlie Chandler

Qld State Cross Country Championship – June It was the first time for many years that TSS Prep entered boys into this open-entry event. Eleven GPS runners entered and ran hard at Kedron High School.

10 Years Cristian Cartisano – 7th

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11 Years – 2nd overall in 11-year-old teams race

10 Years

Oscar Rutherford 4 William Ell 13th Dane Lehndorf 33rd Josh Boyle 60th= Lachlan Free 60th =

Dedication Award............................................William Marshall

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12 Years Harry Stapleton 60th Riley Collier 58th Louis Chabert 54th Judd Ransby 70th Charlie Chandler 26th The Diligence Award, for most consistent trainer, and a Best Runner Award, based on their race positions in the GPS Carnival, were given out to two boys in each age group.

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Best Runner Award........................................ Cristian Cartisano

11 Years Dedication Award............................................... Dane Lehndorf Best Runner Award......................................... Oscar Rutherford

12 Years Dedication Award..............................Hayden Atkinson (Year 7) Best Runner Award............................................ Harry Stapleton What a wonderful season overall. All the coaching staff thoroughly enjoyed seeing the boys push their physical and mental boundaries to make gains and improve their personal bests.


Athletics 2015 GPS Cross Country Championships 10 Years-12 Years

12 Years

10 Years

Position

Place

Overall

Time

Competitor

Position

Place

Overall

Time

Competitor

1

19

19

12:00.6

Hayden Atkinson

1

1

1

07:53.5

Cristian Cartisano

2

24

24

12:11.7

Charlie Chandler

2

8

8

08:30.3

Guy Burdon

3

26

28

12:21.7

Ethan Baker

3

13

13

08:41.9

Emerson Rameau

4

34

45

12:50.1

Zac Elvin

4

16

16

08:46.4

William Marshall

5

36

50

12:57.0

Liberato Vinaccia

5

39

45

09:41.5

Harrison Gray

6

39

53

13:00.3

Sam Robinson

6

40

50

09:47.8

Asaad Vahidy

7

64

13:08.0

Sam Pearson

7

58

10:02.4

Zak Howard

8

71

13:16.6

Harry Stapleton

8

64

10:14.7

Koen Gemeri

9

75

13:30.1

Louis Chabert

9

69

10:23.0

Jett Morris

10

84

13:44.7

Riley Collier

Sum

Places

117

11

85

13:44.7

Saxon Thomas

Points

6

4 place

12

106

14:15.1

Christos Vivlios

13

116

14:31.5

Will Abbott

Position

Place

Overall

Time

Competitor

14

117

14:36.1

Judd Ransby

1

1

1

11:07.4

Oscar Rutherford

15

118

14:38.6

Timothy Murdoch

2

8

8

12:03.2

William Ell

16

133

15:10.3

Dylan Selby

3

16

16

12:28.8

Dane Lehndorf

17

135

15:31.3

Kyle Price

4

19

20

12:39.2

Aymeric Urbain

Sum

Places

178

5

27

29

12:54.8

Matthew Branch

Points

5

5th Place

6

29

31

12:57.9

Joel McQuillan

Team Points – 18pts; Team position = 4th place

7

37

13:04.8

Joshua Boyle

13 Years

8

59

13:38.7

Harry Baker

Position

Place

Overall

Time

Competitor

9

66

13:47.3

Samuel Wolfenden

1

23

23

11:11.7

Ewan MacLeod

10

67

13:48.0

Archie Chandler

2

27

28

11:19.1

James Smith

11

69

13:48.5

Zavier Crain

3

38

42

11:35.0

James Nield

12

70

13:48.8

Alexander Hughes

4

41

47

11:41.0

Finn Smith

13

97

14:26.1

Ethan Kay

5

47

66

11:57.1

Peter Wolfenden

14

101

14:29.4

Lachlan Free

6

49

72

12:05.4

Kalani Skipps

15

107

14:34.3

Liam O’Connor

7

76

12:09.9

Joe Castor

16

116

14:48.0

Matthew Worsley

8

78

12:11.0

Ryven Ewing

17

117

14:51.3

Ryan Kennedy

9

80

12:12.9

Ryan King

Sum

Places

100

10

86

12:15.8

Jack Doohan

Points

7

3 Place

11

92

12:23.3

Max Fuhrmann

12

93

12:25.0

Lewis Cole

13

112

12:43.3

Brandon Botting

14

134

13:23.0

Joseph Devlin

15

136

13:25.7

Kye Kanemura

16

146

13:45.6

Jack Hocart

17

150

14:05.4

Josh Hunter

Sum

Places

225

Points

3

7th Place

th

11 Years

rd

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14 Years

Position

Place

Overall

Time

Competitor

1

4

4

20:47.5

Toby Redler

2

18

18

22:30.3

Franky Maroney

3

19

19

22:37.5

Finn Lane

4

25

25

22:57.6

Kaimana Barry

5

29

29

23:22.6

Sam Moffat

6

45

46

24:07.2

Will Cuffe

7

60

24:41.3

Darcy Radel

8

65

24:48.6

Jesse Rutherford

9

70

25:06.5

Matthew Vertullo

10

72

25:09.0

Jack Giles

11

79

25:31.4

Tim Hurford

Position

Place

Overall

Time

Competitor

12

83

25:43.6

Lachlan Vine

1

7

7

14:07.8

Hugo Burdon

13

91

26:08.7

Harry Smith

2

24

24

14:57.2

Benjamin Kinivan

14

92

26:23.1

Harry Cuffe

3

28

28

15:00.7

Harrison French

15

98

26:39.0

Austin Dipple

4

47

54

15:41.5

Zac Baltus

16

116

28:12.6

Jack Hickman

5

48

55

15:41.6

Joe Fuhrmann

Sum

Places

140

6

50

59

15:46.8

Jack Kukas

Points

7

3rd place

7

62

15:54.0

Luca Lee

Open

8

84

16:15.4

Sean Arthur

Position

Place

Overall

Time

Competitor

9

94

16:24.8

Felix Reynolds

1

5

5

20:43.8

Carter Bettles

10

111

17:00.6

Harry Morrison

2

17

17

21:36.1

Emmanuel Nyathi

11

127

17:18.9

Duke Robertson

3

21

21

21:53.6

Sam King

12

149

18:29.9

TJ Rigby

4

24

24

22:06.3

Zac Morrison

Sum

Places

204

5

32

32

22:23.3

BJ Wieland

Points

3

7th Place

6

33

33

22:31.1

Jack Klementsen

7

37

22:38.4

Jess Whittaker

15 Years Position

Place

Overall

Time

Competitor

8

57

23:47.6

Jack Curtis

1

5

5

13:40.4

Kobi Rutherford

9

60

24:00.2

Thomas Underwood

2

7

7

13:51.4

Ben Gibson

10

76

24:41.9

Albie Manderson

3

17

17

14:31.5

Yanis Benzenati

11

77

24:42.1

Jesse Layt

4

18

18

14:32.6

Oliver Todd

12

79

24:47.8

Sam Scott

5

19

19

14:32.7

Cormac Kennedy

13

97

25:17.1

Steve Sandeman

6

34

34

15:10.4

Hugo Sharples

14

114

25:57.5

Felix Lester

7

52

15:28.2

Sebastian Greenup

15

133

27:40.0

Daniel Flynn

8

54

15:32.3

Spencer Jeans

Sum

Places

132

9

70

15:51.3

Lachlan Bruce

Points

6

4th Place

10

75

16:00.0

Reilly Gall

Team Points – 27pts; Team position = 7th place

11

112

16:50.0

Will Browning

12

123

17:10.2

Tom Fuhrmann

Sum

Places

100

Points

8

2nd Place

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ANDREW STALLING

Senior Track and Field MARK WYER

Prep Track and Field Coordinator

In 2015, the TSS team was keen to keep building momentum from a vastly improved 2014 season. Again, the TSS program had some of the best coaches from the South Coast region involved and it was fantastic to welcome more TSS staff who were invaluable in managing each of the training groups. With consistent, hard training as the focus for continued athlete development, many athletes were keen to improve their own performance. The advent of a Track and Field Camp was a massive success in building team cohesion as well as helping athletes reach a new level of performance. Alternatively, one of the more difficult hurdles to negotiate during the season was how the athletes manage their numerous commitments, with many athletes also participating in the school’s Basketball, Rugby and other co-curricular programs. This is certainly an area that, as a team, we can look to improve in future.

There was much to celebrate in terms of individual athlete achievement at a Regional, State and National Level. In Term 1, Logan Wallace and Ben Gibson represented Queensland at the Australian Junior Track and Field Championships in Sydney performing admirably. Later in the year the following boys represented South Coast at the State Track and Field Championships: • James Smith 13 Years High Jump 1.73m 1st (School record) • Ben Gibson 15 Years 800m final 1.55.61 (school record) 2nd; 15 Years 400m final 6th 51.84s

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• Lachlan Bruce 15 Years 200m Hurdles final 31.05s 8th; 15 Years 100m Hurdles final 6th 14.32s • Jaidan Jones 14 Years 100m Hurdles 7th 15.72s • Jock Thompson 14 Years High jump 9th 1.68m • Elliot Starr 17 Years Shot put 10th 13.47m

James and Ben’s performances were very special, breaking school records! James. Ben along with Oscar Rutherford from the Prep school were successful in being selected in the State Team for the Australian Track and Field Championships in December. The TSS Track and Field season culminated the 98th GPS Track and Field Championships. Going in to this event each athlete was focused on achieving their best result of the season. The discussions in terms of goal points score for the TSS team was centred around 300 points, which was a 30-point increase on 2014; a reasonable improvement, but as the event got closer the lack of consistent training by many athletes in the team made this task difficult! As always, the TSS athletes rose to the occasion on the day with the majority recording PBs, which goes to show that performing at the biggest event of the season is not an issue; consistent training over the whole season should be the emphasis for the team in 2016. At the end of the evening 234 points were amassed, which was good enough for ninth place. A fair result for this team. Top threes from this event include:


Athletics

2015 SENIOR TRACK AND FIELD TEAM SEATED ROW:

J. CASTOR, E. MACLEOD, F. SMITH, J. LEI, K. BLIGH, J. RUTHERFORD, S. SANDEMAN (VICE-CAPTAIN), C. BETTLES (CAPTAIN), J. CURTIS (VICE-CAPTAIN), K. RUTHERFORD, H. BURDON, B. BOTTING, J. SMITH, J. NIELD, J. HUMRICH.

SECOND ROW: MRS J. LUCAS, MR A. STALLING, J. SHIN, T. BEASLEY, L. WALLACE, W. SPISICH, F. MARONEY-VITA, H. ROBINSON, S. ARTHUR, J. PERCIVAL, N. THORNBURGH, J. THORNBURGH, O. TODD, A. WALKER, B. RADEL, B. KINIVAN, MR B. HIRST, MISS S. BOISSERY. THIRD ROW:

S. JEANS, Z. NONGGORR, D. BURNS, J. HARDY, C. GAGER, C. MEULEMAN, T. VAN DER SCHYFF, H. COX, J. THOMPSON, L. WHARINGTON, L. BRUCE, B. GIBSON

FOURTH ROW: B. WALLACE, C. GRIMES, X. THOMPSON, D. O’NEILL, L. MAXWELL, E. STARR, J. WHITTAKER, B. WIELAND, C. GOOCH, T. CAMPBELL, D. RILEY

First places

Ben Gibson – 15 Years 400m James Smith – 13 Years High Jump Jock Thompson – 14 Years High Jump

Second places

Carter Bettles – Open 1500m Ben Gibson – 15 Years 800m

Third places

Dan O’Neill – Open 400m Hurdles Jedd Percival – 16 Years 110m Hurdles A big thank you to the numerous staff in the Prep and Senior school as well as the expert coaches who were involved this season. Finally, thank you to all the staff and students who came out to support the team at the GPS Championships. By being there you do really make a difference to the performance of the athletes.

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AGE GROUP

EVENT

U13

100m

7

B S Botting

13.15

3

U14

100m

9

J H Thompson

12.86

1

U15

100m

6

J Shin

11.69

4

U16

100m

8

L C Wallace

11.53

2

Open

100m

7

D Riley

11.43

3

PLACE

NAME

RESULT

U13

200m

8

B S Botting

26.93

2

U14

200m

8

B F Kinivan

24.89

2

U15

200m

9

J S Phillips

24.15

1

U16

200m

7

L C Wallace

23.37

3

Open

200m

6

D Riley

23.1

4

U13

400m

9

J T Smith

64.71

1

U14

400m

7

B F Kinivan

56.74

3

U15

400m

1

B J Gibson

51.43

10

U16

400m

9

F J Maroney-Vita

54.89

1

Open

400m

7

B J Wallace

52.73

3

U13

800m

8

E L MacLeod

02:18.9

2

U14

800m

7

S P Arthur

02:17.0

3

U15

800m

2

B J Gibson

01:58.7

8

U16

800m

8

J G Rutherford

02:10.9

2

Open

800m

8

C A Bettles

02:00.8

2

U13

1500m

9

J A Nield

05:18.6

1

U14

1500m

8

H R Burdon

04:52.3

2

U15

1500m

5

K A Rutherford

04:23.7

5

U16

1500m

6

T A Redler

04:22.9

4

Open

1500m

2

C A Bettles

04:09.2

8

Open

3000m

8

J M Whittaker

09:55.0

2

U13

Hurdles

5

J T Smith

14.86

5

U14

Hurdles

5

J C Jones

15.47

5

U15

Hurdles

5

L W Bruce

14.7

5

U16

Hurdles

3

J W Percival

16.56

7

Open

Hurdles

7

D J O’Neill

15.89

3

Open

400m Hurdles

3

D J O’Neill

58.27

7

U13

4x100m relay

9

B S Botting J T Smith J Lei J C Castor

51.98

C Tran J H Thompson J C Jones B F Kinivan

49.61

L W Bruce H K Robinson J S Phillips J Shin

46.02

U14

U15

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4x100m relay

5

L C Wallace D G Burns J C Thornburgh J W Percival

Open

4x100m relay

0

All Age

4x400m relay

Open

POINTS

1

2

2

44.96

5

D Riley T A Campbell C H Gooch N Potter

DQ

0

9

E L MacLeod S P Arthur L W Bruce D G Burns

04:03.2

1

4x400m relay

6

C V Grimes D J O’Neill X Thompson J Curtis

03:39.3

4

U13

High Jump

1

J T Smith

1.71m

10

U14

High Jump

1

J H Thompson

1.70m

10

U15

High Jump

6

W J Thomson

1.71m

4

U16

High Jump

9

Z R Gregory

1.65m

1

Open

High Jump

5

L J Maxwell

1.75m

5

U13

Long Jump

7

J T Smith

4.97m

3

U14

Long Jump

6

L B Wharington

5.05m

4

U15

Long Jump

7

L W Bruce

5.81m

3

U16

Long Jump

5

L C Wallace

6.00m

5

Open

Long Jump

9

D Riley

5.39m

1

U13

Triple Jump

8

B S Botting

9.50m

2

U14

Triple Jump

6

C J Meuleman

11.14m

4

U15

Triple Jump

5

L W Bruce

11.93m

5

U16

Triple Jump

9

J W Percival

11.33m

1

Open

Triple Jump

9

L J Maxwell

11.23m

1

U13

Shotput

9

W C Spisich

10.49m

1

U14

Shotput

9

Z T Nongorr

10.57m

1

U15

Shotput

5

T P van der Schyff

12.37m

5

U16

Shotput

8

J L Hardy

11.36m

2

Open

Shotput

4

D Riley

15.01m

4

U13

Discus

6

J T Smith

27.77m

4

U14

Discus

6

Z T Nongorr

34.02

4

U15

Discus

0

H G Cox

0

0

U16

Discus

9

T J Beasley

26.60m

1

Open

Discus

6

E D Starr

39.91m

4

U13

Javelin

6

J H Humrich

32.39m

4

U14

Javelin

5

B M Radel

35.36m

5

U15

Javelin

7

S J Jeans

32.92m

3

U16

Javelin

8

C J Gager

37.82m

2

Open

Javelin

6

S I Sandeman

44.23m

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Athletics PREP TRACK AND FIELD

SOUTH COAST COMPETITORS

It was third time lucky as the 2015 Athletics season began at the beginning of Term Three with the Preparatory School’s Years 3-6 Athletics Carnival. The weather couldn’t have been any better for the boys to get out and show House spirit and participate for those valuable House points. Again, the carnival proved to be a huge success with all four Houses competing strongly for the House Trophy. It was pleasing to see the number of boys from all Houses participating for those hard-earnt House points to determine the overall winner on the day. Dixon were defending champions and had to work hard all day to try and hold off the fast-finishing Houses of Mitre, Musgrave and Shepherd. There were several lead changes throughout the day with all four Houses holding the lead at some point throughout the carnival. In 2015 we crowned a new House Champion, as Musgrave came out on top.

• 10 Years boys – Cristian Cartisano and Billy Hayes

The following results for the 2015 Athletics’ Carnival were recorded: 1. Musgrave 3. Shepherd 2. Dixon 4. Mitre AGE CHAMPIONS

8/9 Years

Age Champion........................................................ Billy Wellard Runner-up..................................................... Callum O’Connor Third........................................................................ William Cox

10 Years

Age Champion.............................................Christian Cartisano Runner-up................................................................. Billy Hayes Third...........................................................................Finn Kukas

11 Years

Age Champion................................................ Oscar Rutherford Runner-up..................................................................William Ell Third..........................................................................Cody Wood

12 Years

Age Champion......................................................Louis Chabert Runner-up............................................................. Charlie White Third................................................................ Charlie Chandler From strong performances at our Athletics Carnival the following boys went on to representative honours at District, Regional and State levels. Congratulations to the following boys: HINTERLAND GREEN DISTRICT COMPETITORS

• 10 Years – Billy Hayes and Cristian Cartisano • 11 Years – Joel McQuillan, Oscar Rutherford, William Ell and Cody Wood • 12 Years – Thomas Hancock, Charlie Chandler and Nicholas McKenzie

• 11 Years – Oscar Rutherford, William Ell and Joel McQuillan STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS (ROCKHAMPTON)

Oscar Rutherford – Multi-event (2nd 11 Years boys) NATIONALS – CANBERRA – DECEMBER

Oscar Rutherford – Multi-event

Our Junior team, which comprised of both students from the Prep and Senior School (Years 7s), were keen to test themselves against the best the other GPS Schools had to offer at the annual Junior GPS Track and Field Championships, which was held at the Queensland Sports and Athletics Centre. The competition in 2015 proved to be extremely challenging with a number of schools having some outstanding athletes. The TSS boys worked hard all day and showed some true TSS character and grit as a number of boys recorded personal bests for their event. The coaching staff were extremely proud of the effort the boys put in on the day and it was pleasing to see the team come away with sixth place overall. TSS athletes who placed in the top 3: • C. Wood – 2nd 11 Years Shot Put • J. McQuillan – 1st 11 Years 60m Hurdles Div 2 • W. Ell – 3rd 11 Years 60m Hurdles Div 1 • O. Rutherford – 3rd 11 Years Long Jump • R. Duroux – 3rd 12 Years Shot Put • J. Morris 2nd 10 Years 200m Div 2 • J. McAuley – 3rd 11 Years 200m Div 7 • J. McQuillan – 1st 200m Div 3 • L. Mair – 1st 10 Years Discus • J. Morris – 3rd 10 Years 800m Div 4 • C. Cartisano – 3rd 10 Years 800m Div 1 • O. Rutherford – 1st 11 Years 800m Div 1 (GPS record!) • O. Rutherford – 2nd 11 Years Discus • J. McAuley – 3rd 11 Years 100m Div 5 It gives me much pleasure in thanking all the boys that made a commitment to Athletics for the 2015 season. It was great to see all the Years 3 and 4 boys involved in training this year. I am sure that this will start to develop an athletics culture within the Prep School. I would also like to take this opportunity to personally thank and to thank on behalf of the boys all of the staff involved in the 2015 Athletics’ season: Ms Cathryn Gittins, Mrs Debbie Goudy, Mr Andrew Robertson and Mr Tom Batty. A big thank you must go to Mr Andrew Stalling, Director of Athletics, for his time, dedication and commitment to the Prep Athletics Program again this year. We look forward to another positive and rewarding 2016 athletics season.

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Prep had another successful Basketball season. Four teams contested the home and away games against the Greater Public Schools. The results across the season were outstanding with only a few losses.

MARISA SCHRODER

Prep Basketball Coordinator

To prepare the boys for the season we organised Vicki Sams to come in during Term Two. The boys enjoyed going to her sessions and she was a great help in the skills department. We have continued with our Years 1-3 skills program in Term Four with Vicki Sams and the senior Basketball players from Senior School. The basketball season ends with the ever so popular internal competition for boys in Years 4-6. This year is has been well supported with six teams entered and 8-9 players in each team.

COACHES

6A

Mr Sasha Lomakin

6B

Mr Stephen Robinson

5A

Miss Brinley Meagher

5B

Miss Sarah Matthews

Finally, I would like to thank our Basketball Captain, James Gilmour, who assisted on game day and always keen to help out with training. The boys and coaches appreciated all parents who have supported their sons this season. It was great to see so many parents driving up to Brisbane to watch the games and cheer on each of the teams. Good luck to all the Year 6 Basketball players who are heading to the Senior School in 2016.

Prep basketball would not run as smoothly if it was not for the support from Mr Dave Claxton and his team of Senior boys. Thanks also go to Mr Daniel Trollope for his time and effort. Big thanks to Mr Thomas Peisley for helping organise referees for the Internal Competition. Thanks you also to the coaches for their timeless effort in teaching the boys the skills they require for the GPS Competition.

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Team

Most Valuable Player

Coaches Award

5A

Zachery Dart

Harrison Spittle

5B

Zak Howard

Oliver Dunn

6A

Peter Sophios

Joseph Ryan

6B

Baxter Lynch

Lachlan Free


Basketball Our GPS Basketball season this year saw 23 teams representing the school with our Open First team being runner up to Ipswich Grammar School for the premiership, with all our year group teams winning more than 50% of all games played during the season. Well done. The Open First team had some memorable wins against BBC and Churchie away and a very comfortable win against Nudgee here at home, finishing the season with six wins and two losses.

DAVID CLAXTON

Director of Basketball

This was a very good result for a team consisting of many Years 10 and 11 players and well supported by our Senior leadership group of Captain Daniel Chorley and Vice-captain Elliot Starr, along with Sean Gray and Isaiah Richardson. Queensland representative honours went to Isaiah Richardson,Tom Sheida, Hudson Kaddatz and Cody Meuleman, along with Elliot Starr representing NSW Country to an U18 National gold medal. Several of our teams experienced very successful seasons. They included our 7B and 8B teams with Luka Brooks, Max Carlos, Aidan Kitchin and Taj Young all making excellent contributions for their team.

Other teams who performed well were our 8A and 9A with Ethan Hillman, Lachie Wharington, Casey Murphy and Cody Meuleman doing very well for their respective teams. The 7A team started the season very well, but lost a couple of games in the latter part. Nicholas Cross and Luke Williams had some excellent games for their team. Our awards night was extremely well attended in the Annand Theatre at the end of the season and congratulations to all our award winners for season 2015. Much of this success can be attributed to the great work of a combined group including the Coaches, our Friends of Basketball support team and the TSS Suns club that provides weekly competition for our players in the Gold Coast Junior fixtures. Many thanks also must go to our Basketball Manager, Mr Dan Trollope, and Prep School coordinator Mrs Marisa Schroder, along with Ms Siobhan McGuire in Sports Office and Mr Ben Trollope, Strength/conditioning and first aid.

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AWARD WINNERS FOR 2015

Year 8 Awards

5B Coaches Award ............ Oliver Dunn 5B MVP ..............................Zak Howard 5A Coaches Award ....... Harrison Spittle 5A MVP.................................... Zac Dart

8C Coaches Award................. Alex Mills 8C MVP ........................... Rocco Taplin 8B Coaches Award .......... Aidan Kitchin 8B MVP .................................. Taj Young 8A Coaches Award ........ Ethan Hillman 8A MVP .................. Lachie Wharington

Year 6 Awards

Year 9 Awards

6B Coaches Award............. Lachlan Free 6B MVP............................. Baxter Lynch 6A Coaches Award............. Joseph Ryan 6A MVP............................ Peter Sophios

9D Coaches Award ............ Finley Gray 9D MVP ..................... Luke McIlwraith 9C Coaches Award ............ Ben Funnell 9C MVP ............................. Taj Merrion 9B Coaches Award ....... Ted Thompson 9B MVP ...................... Cooper Murphy 9A Coaches Award ........ Casey Murphy 9A MVP ...................... Cody Meuleman

Year 5 Awards

Year 7 Awards 7C Coaches Award.......... Domenic Hui 7C MVP ...................... Sebastian Butler 7B Coaches Award ...............Max Carlos 7B MVP ..............................Luka Brooks 7A Coaches Award ....... Nicholas Cross 7A MVP .......................... Luke Williams

Opens Awards 2nds Coaches Award ... Stephen Sanderman 2nds MVP ....................... Hugo Mayson Most Successful Team ..... Open First V, 8B and 7B

10D Coaches Award ...... Robert McCullough 10D MVP ....................... William Hunn 10C Coaches Award .............. Tom Meo 10C MVP ....................... Jordan Philips 10B Coaches Award ......... Jack McLean

Best Club Man ............. Daniel Chorley Coaches Award ..................... Elliot Starr MVP .......................... Isaiah Richardson

M. SAVIC, I. RICHARDSON, D. CHORLEY, H. KERR, T. SHEIDA, MR D. TROLLOPE (MANAGER)

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11C Coaches Award ..... Will Scotchmer 11C MVP ......................... Sam Morrow 11B Coaches Award ......... Darren Wang 11B MVP ........................... Kingsley Lee 11A Coaches Award ......... Joshua Cross 11A MVP ...................... Callum Grimes

Open First V Awards

SECOND ROW:: MR D. CLAXTON (COACH), H. MAYSON, E. STARR, S. GRAY, C. GAGER, H. KADDATZ

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Year 11 Awards

Year 10 Awards

OPEN FIRST X BASKETBALL SEATED ROW:

10B MVP ......................... Louie Corkill 10A Coaches Award .............. Ike Woods 10A MVP ..................... James Mahoney


Basketball

OPEN SECOND X BASKETBALL SEATED ROW:

S. SANDEMAN, L. CASS, H. MAYSON, J. CASHMAN, G. LYHNE

SECOND ROW: S. HAYEK (COACH), S. NOLAN, J. PAULSON, J. SCAYSBROOK, F. SVENNSON, M. MAYO

11A BASKETBALL SEATED ROW:

SECOND ROW: O. PRESTO (COACH), J. CROSS, H. KERR, J. LAYT, R. SHIM, C. GRIMES

11B BASKETBALL SEATED ROW:

K. LEE, J. HUGHES, J. SCHMARR, S. LIU, Z. MERRION

SECOND ROW: L. HIGGINS (COACH), J. PURTON, J. CHEN, L. MAXWELL, D. WANG, B. LEE

10A BASKETBALL SEATED ROW:

E. WILLIAMS, J. MATTHEWS, R. HAGBECK, J. MAHONY, I. WOODS

SECOND ROW: D. SIMANIC (COACH), J. ROTHERAM, M. GRANT, O. HAYEK, J. DUNN

L. FAN, M. SCAYSBROOK, D. FLYNN, J. SEO, I. COCCO

11C BASKETBALL SEATED ROW:

W. SCOTCHMER, S. MORROW, E. SHIELDS

SECOND ROW: S. HAYEK (COACH), T. WALSH, L. SCHEMISH-LAHEY

10B BASKETBALL SEATED ROW: K. JO, V. NEDUNCHEZHIAN, J. MCLEAN, L. CORKILL, F. CHEN SECOND ROW: B. LEE (COACH), W. LAYT, J. CHEN, R. DAVUI

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10C BASKETBALL SEATED ROW:

E. CHEN, L. WALLACE, T. MEO, C. FITENI, E. VAN DER VEGT

SECOND ROW: BACK ROW: Q. GAINEY (COACH), R. MCCULLOUGH, J. PHILLIPS, O. DENNIS, O. SHERRAH, M. LOVETT

9A BASKETBALL SEATED ROW: ABSENT:

MR A. CREIGHTON (COACH)

SEATED ROW:

T. EDMUNDS, T. MERRION, T. CORBETT

9C BASKETBALL

9B BASKETBALL SEATED ROW:

A. SHIELDS, F. LYNAM, T. THOMPSON, H. CHEN

SECOND ROW: A. PRESTO (COACH), C. MURPHY, M. KERSTEN, O. GALLAGHER

9D BASKETBALL SEATED ROW:

F. GRAY, T. ZHU, J. CHIU, B. WEIMERS

SECOND ROW: BACK ROW: I. JO (COACH), C. STEWART, L. MCIIWRAITH, H. BATTY

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H. KNUDSEN, Z. GREGORY, S. MCMENAMIN, J. RUDD

SECOND ROW: W. FINCH, M. HARRIS, C. MEULEMAN, F. BAILDON, C. MURPHY

SECOND ROW: L. PERRIN (COACH), J. POTTER, B. FUNNELL, J. MARIANI

8A BASKETBALL SEATED ROW: E. HILLMAN, B. KELLY, N. LUKASHOV, M. FREEMAN SECOND ROW: L. COATES (COACH), R. MURPHY, M. MANLEY, L. WHARINGTON, M. ANDONAKIS


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8B BASKETBALL SEATED ROW:

M. LAMBIE, A. HOPKINS, T. FAIRINGTON, W. BOOTH

SECOND ROW: N. LINNANE (COACH), S. WARD, L. DEBELAK, S. STEVENS, T. YOUNG, A. KITCHIN

8C BASKETBALL SEATED ROW:

J. CLAXTON, A. MILLS, C. SELBY, C. GRAY

SECOND ROW: J. MARTIN (COACH), R. TAPLIN, J. HUTCHISON-STRACHAN, J. WARE, H. CROOKS

7B BASKETBALL

7A BASKETBALL SEATED ROW:

J. BOX, N. CROSS, L. WILLIAMS, G. PAUGA

SECOND ROW: I. TAHERE (COACH), J. BROWN, J. YUEN, O. PORTELLI, Z. WILLIAMS

SEATED ROW:

C. ROBERTS, L. BROOKS, M. CARLOS, T. SCHWERKOLT, L. GOLDIE

SECOND ROW: J. GREGORY (COACH), Z. ROSSITER, M. BRANCH, H. DEVANTIER, J. DAVID, T. JACOBSON

7C BASKETBALL SEATED ROW:

N. CLOSE-INNIS, J. HAWKINS, D. DOUGLAS, N. BALTUS, N. OXLEY,

SECOND ROW: B. LEE (COACH), S. BUTLER, D. HUI, B. COOK, V. GANGASANDRA, Z. NIXON

6A BASKETBALL SEATED ROW:

T. CONDON, H. STAPLETON, P. SOPHIOS, D. TYLER-BATTAGLIA

SECOND ROW: J. RYAN, L. ROSS, J. GILMOUR, C. MARKS COACH:

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6B BASKETBALL SEATED ROW:

L. LANE, L. FREE, J. YOO, B. LYNCH

5A BASKETBALL SEATED ROW:

H. GRAY, J. STUART, Z. DART, S. FERRIS-NATHAN

SECOND ROW: D. SELBY, A. KITCHIN, C. ILLES

SECOND ROW: H. SPITTLE, M. DAVIS

COACH:

MR S. ROBINSON

COACH:

L TO R:

A. KAWINSKI, H. O’CONNOR, O. BEECH, .Z. HOWARD

ABSENT:

O. DUNN

COACH:

MISS S. MATTHEWS

5B BASKETBALL

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Chess 2015 saw the second year of GPS Chess at Prep level, and it provided us with an opportunity to consolidate our position as very serious contenders.

KERRIE ANDERSON STEVE HAMILTON

Prep Chess Coordinators

GPS Chess and the associated trips to Brisbane and Ipswich demanded a significant level of commitment from our Prep boys and indeed their parents at late-night pick-ups! Our GPS Prep results continue to impress, as we won or drew well over 50% of the competition. With narrow losses to our stronger competitors, one could say we had some very serious GPS success. Worthy of note is that of the 13 Prep GPS players, nine boys won over 50% of their games. Most significantly, our boys wore their uniforms, manners and school pride with impeccable style throughout the season.

As well as GPS Chess, a number of boys were asked to compete in local interschool competitions on the Gold Coast. Many boys competed for the very first time and represented TSS with aplomb in such competitions as the Individual Age championships held at Emmanuel College. The future certainly looks very positive with boys from Years 1 to 6 recording outstanding victories.

Under the watchful eyes of expert Gardiner Chess coaches, many TSS Prep boys enjoyed the opportunity to enhance their skills, or in the case of new students, to learn this strategic game of manipulation and guile from scratch. Every Monday morning from 7:30 until 8:30 boys train diligently to become the best they can possibly be.

Thank you to ever-willing Herschel Aloysisus, the thoroughly dependable and reliable 2015 Chess Captain. Thanks also to Coach Doug and Coach Alex from Gardiner Chess who inspire the boys with new and exciting strategic directions. Along with Chess teacher Mr Steve Hamilton and teacher Mrs Jasna Poezus, instill an enthusiasm for the game as well as promoting an intellectual rigor so beneficial to growing young minds. GPS CHESS CLUB SEATED ROW:

J. LEES, T. YOON, H. ALOYSIUS, H. GRAY, S. WOLFENDEN, R. SAMPSON

SECOND ROW: L. LANE, J. MCAULEY, D. SELBY, L. ROSS, L. CHABERT, Z. HOWARD TEACHER:

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“Life is a kind of Chess, with struggle, competition, good and ill events.”

Benjamin Franklin This year was another exciting year for Chess at TSS with excellent results in the GPS competition as well as regional competitions. The GPS Chess season came to an exciting conclusion in the final round with the Premier Team able to take a narrow win against Toowoomba Grammar School to secure third place in the competition. This is a great result for the team and our best result since also coming third in 2009.

ROB CLEGG

Chess Coordinator

GPS RESULTS FOR ALL TEAMS:

Premier.................................................3rd Senior ...................................................3rd Junior ............................................... =5th Open A.................................................5th Open B.................................................4th Open C.................................................3rd Open D............................................. =3rd Open E.................................................4th Open F.............................................. =3rd Chess awards this year were given to: Captain of Chess: Cameron Kroon

Our Premier Team this year consisted of David Liu on Board 1, Ryan Shim (Chess Vice-captain) on Board 2, Cale Kalinowski on Board 3 and Robert McCullough on Board 4. This team is also a young one, with a Year 8, two Year 11s and a Year 10 student. With all of these players eligible to play next year the prospects for 2016 are again promising. It was fantastic to see Years 5 and 6 join the official GPS competition for the first time this year. There are some very talented chess players in this age group and it will be of great interest to see how they develop as they go through into their high school years. The great strength that TSS has in chess is the depth of quality chess players we have in the school and the enthusiasm there is for the game right throughout all year levels.

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Most Points in GPS in Premier Team: Ryan Shim Most Points in GPS in Junior Team: Taisei Fuji and Tyson Spisich Most Improved Player: Hugh Wheaton Encouragement Award: Harry Knudsen

PLAYERS OF THE ROUND

Round 1 v BGS........................ David Liu Round 2 v BBC........................ Taisei Fuji Round 3 v GT............................Komei Jo Round 4 v IGS.........................Tosh Allan Rouns 5...............................................BYE Round 6 v NC...............Peter Wolfenden Round 7 v ACGS............... Ha Min Kang Round 8 v BSHS..... Robert McCullough Round 9 v TGS.......................Ryan Shim


Chess My thanks go to the Chess Captain, Cameron Kroon, for his leadership of the team and his excellent speeches at Assembly. Our coaching sessions continue to be popular and we were fortunate to again secure the services of a very knowledgeable coach in Woman International Master Alexandra Jule. My thanks also go to Mr David Ellis and Ms Kerrie Anderson for their assistance with the GPS program this year. HOUSE CHESS COMPETITION

This rapid chess competition held in Term Four was again fiercely contested by all Houses. For the second year in a row Surman managed to narrowly defeat Radcliffe in a very tense final. Well done Surman House. TSS Chess players also participated in the Gold Coast Individual Age Chess Championships in Term Four. TSS performed strongly on the day with two age champions, three players receiving medals for placing in their age group and a significant number of players winning Ribbons of Merit. Congratulations go to Cameron Kroon and David Liu for winning their respective age divisions and for Nick Warren, Hugh Wheaton and Robert McCullough for placing third in theirs. Winners of a Ribbon of Merit were Tyson Spisich, Tosh Allan, Komei Jo, Vikram Nedunchezhian, Kye Fielder, Taisei Fuji and Christian Goh.

2015 SENIOR CHESS TEAM SEATED ROW:

MR R.G. CLEGG, H.J.E. KNUDSEN, W.C. SPISICH, C. SHIM, C.R. KROON, R. NAIR, H.M. KANG, L. ZHENG, MR D.M. ELLIS

SECOND ROW: F.M. LANE, S. LEE, C. GOH, K. JO, D. LIU, N. PURZA-PAGE, D. FEI, P.J. WOLFENDEN, T. FUJI THIRD ROW:

Y. BHOOLA, R.A. MCCULLOUGH, T.J. SPISICH, T.J. SHERLINE, T. YANG, T.M. ALLAN, M.T. COSSILL, L.M. READ, K.B. FIELDER, H. ELISHAV, V. NEDUNCHEZHIAN

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Cricket went from strength to strength at TSS Prep in 2015 thanks to the passion of the Director of Cricket, Mr Steve Baker. He understands the importance of the Prep School boys as the future of cricket at the school and was able to provide amazing support and clear direction to the programs from House cricket to GPS teams.

ANDREW ROBERTSON

Prep Cricket Coordinator

The focus of all TSS Prep Cricket is about developing, skills and technique required to bowl, field and bat effectively, but the element of fun and playing with your mates is equally important.

In 2015 we had six teams in total (three at both Years 5 and 6). This was an improvement of 20 players from 2014. The main goals for each team was to concede less extras bowled through tighter bowling, score more runs when batting and apply pressure in the field (‘catches win matches’)… sounds simple and it worked. Training took place every week and the presence of nets in the undercover area meant training was never cancelled. The optional ‘top up’ sessions on the Friday proved valuable, with up to 30 boys attending.

Regardless of age, experience or ability you were welcome to join cricket at TSS at any age in 2015. The T20 Blast during Term 1 and the Milo in2cricket during Term 4 provided exciting and fun ways for the younger Prep boys to develop their skills and play modified games. The GPS season proved a challenge for all teams (40% win rate overall). The coaches enjoyed seeing the progress of the boys’ skills and application of these skills into the games. Our most successful teams with regard to results was both the 5A and 6A teams, who both finished with more wins than losses. Cricket was the winner. The 2015 GPS season began in Term Four, 2014 for Years 4–6. All boys were invited to attend skill-specific sessions before a T20 House competition took place. Following this GPS trials were conducted. Boys also had the opportunity to attend three different holiday camps. The final presentation event was held indoors due to a saturated field. This was a good opportunity for the Director of Cricket, Mr Steve Baker, to speak to both players and parents, and for each coach to give a summary and present their awards. 262

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Cricket AWARDS

5A Coach.......................................................Mr Andrew Robertson Overall Year 5 Cricketer of the Year.........................Justin Faber Batting award............................................................Justin Faber Bowling award............................................................ Ethan Kay Fielding award......................................................... Xavier Crain

5B Coach................................................................ Mr Marcus Ward Batting award........................................................... Finn Corser Bowling award................................................................Jacob Sa Fielding award......................................................... Jack Debelak RESULTS SUMMARY

Team

Wins

Losses

5A

4

3

5C Coach.................................................................Mr Dirk Benson Batting award......................................................Joel McQuillan Bowling award......................................................... Casey Amos Fielding award...................................................Archie Chandler

5B

3

4

5C

3

3

6A

5

2

6A

6B

0

7

6C

1

6

TOTAL

16

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Coach.................................................................Mr Mark Hoppe Overall Year 6 Cricketer of the Year.....................Louis Chabert Batting Award........................................................Louis Chabert Bowling Award....................................................... Reece Dwyer Fielding Award..........................................................Cody Wood

Top five positive feedback points from players about GPS Prep Cricket Things we have liked: 1. Travelling away 2. Celebrating victory 3. Playing cricket with mates 4. Making friendships 5. Extra good coaches Other opportunities the boys had this year. • Kings College, Auckland. • T20 Blast Schools Cup South Coast Regional Finals winners and again qualified for the State Championships.

6B Coach...................................................................Howard Biddle Batting award.........................................................Ewan Stanich Bowling award..................................................... Bailey Bennett Fielding award..................................................... Dane Lehndorf

6C Coach...................................................................Rory MacInnes Batting award........................................................Angus Kitchin Bowling award.......................................................Jack McAuley Fielding award...................................................Tommy Condon REPRESENTATIVE SELECTION

South Coast U12 District Justin Faber Louis Chabert

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What a good season! Thank you for a most enjoyable season… the efforts of the boys, coaches, parents/guardians, ground staff and school have been great! The boys have enjoyed being busy getting better at their skills, working as a team as well as building resilience and accountability in the game of cricket that can be very tough going! We do challenge the boys to prepare, look and be the part as well as select teams accordingly. TSS is the GPS Cricket Premiership First XI winners for 2015 and the success of many teams is outstanding!

STEVEN BAKER

Director of Cricket

I believe success can be measured in a number of pertinent ways from this season… it is easy to judge on win/loss records… which is impressive… but “how” we have gone about our work has been just as impressive. TSS boys prepare well, look the part and play the part. 1. First, success can be measured by helping boys to become thriving men… cricket is a firm part of the TSS Culture. By building accountability through setting standards of being on time, dressed/ presented well, prepared by training your brain and your body, being part of a team and setting goals and implementing them. The game of cricket rewards you for accountability, resilience and attention to detail when patience is applied. The good news is… it isn’t life or death… I thank our parents for allowing our boys to go on this journey where it is great practice for what life may deliver! 2. Success can also be measured by the facilities that are developed and I am sure that all of the TSS community are thrilled with the works done on the drainage on the ovals and development of the Prep indoor Cricket nets as well as the training shirts that the boys loved. 3. Success in 2015 can also be measured in how many boys have pursued cricket further and perhaps may enjoy this game and take part for much of their life and opportunities through district, club and representative cricket… some may even become paid cricketers as a career… following

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the likes of Buchanan, Neser, Stevens, Hain, Brimblecombe, Stanlake in recent times… who will be next? TSS Cricket success hasn’t happened by chance or by a single effort… it truly is a community effort. There have been many contributors… I would like to take the opportunity to recognise and thank the following contributors from our community: • TSS Cricket Support Group led by Graham Budinger with Glenn Denniston, Ian Young, David Scaysbrook, Helen and Scott Black, Vanessa Grant, Nick Hall, Lorna Riley, Damien Hocart and Nerida Houlahan for their efforts in developing facilities such as the Prep Nets upgrade, Match Day catering, supporting our great sponsors and key events such as tonight…there appears much more to come from this dynamic group • Also… we enjoy much School support by our awesome Resident Masters who love their cricket… Jack Attow who has enjoyed doing the scoreboard for First XI and Ms Siobhan McGuire, Mr Bryan Hain, Mr Joe Dolan, Buildings and Grounds, Mr Alan Parsons and the TSS Groundstaff who do a great job • I would also like to recognise our Caterers such as the Binns family for camps and First XI lunches on game day and Jenny and Roy for the canteen and the First XI parents lead by Lorna Riley for match day functions. • We have a dynamic, caring and committed group of Cricket Coaches and Managers. I believe they are the best in the GPS. Please let’s do it again next year! I really do want to specifically recognise the efforts of Mr John Gayton, Ms Melissa Waters, Mr Ross Wallace, Mr Remy Melia, Mr Tony Binns, Mr Joel Threlfall, Mr Peter Hartas, Mr Brendan Williams and Mr Spencer Attoe • Last but not least our parents and players for your commitment, enthusiasm and resilience


Cricket TSS OLD BOYS VS TSS FIRST XI GAME 2015

FIRST XI CAPTAIN’S REPORT – CALLUM TAYLOR

Old Boys Captain Simon Anderson led a formidable Old Boys line-up boasting a number of current first and second grade Cricketers to test the 2015 First XI for the “Bill King” Trophy. The Old Boys Team consisted of Simon Anderson (Captain), Ben Solomon, Tom Hanrahan, Sam Greenup, Adrian Tyler, Brayden Williams, Robbie Benadie (WK), Jason Oberman, Matt Stevens, Matt Kuhnemann, Jordan Brook, Michael Granger and Rory MacInnes. The Old Boys elected to bowl first and Max Houlahan (30) and Brandon Faber (56) set up the First XI with an excellent opening stand against the pace of Michael Granger and Rory MacInnes. Callum Taylor (71) and Liam Cass (45) built on this platform despite some crafty bowling by Simon Anderson (2/20) and Matthew Kuhnemann (1/45) to post a formidable 7/271 off the 50 overs in glorious conditions. The Old Boys answered the call in their innings with Ben Solomon (49) again opening on the Village Green with 2014 GPS winning Captain Robbie Benadie compiling a classy 73 to keep on par with the required run rate and get the total within reach. Some very good application by Adrian Tyler (36) and Old Boys Captain Simon Anderson (29) got the Old Boys home with seven balls remaining. It was an outstanding cricket game and very good preparation for the First XI.

It has been a season to remember, much like a rollercoaster, with many twists, turns and extreme excitement. This season of cricket has been massive with TSS dominating the GPS across all age groups. In particular, it was great to see all teams playing with commendable sportsmanship and humility during the course of the season. The First XI commenced training in August last year, six months prior to the actual GPS season. That’s probably why we are so assertive on the cricket field. Mr Baker always says, “Nudgee wouldn’t be training at this time of the morning,” or “Nobody trains as deliberate as us”. To be quite honest, Mr Baker is right, no GPS school trains better, harder or more deliberate than the TSS First XI. That’s probably why we have won four premierships and four State championships in six years. To be perfectly honest, we were favourites to win the GPS premiership… with six of us returning to play again and seven young talents emerging as key contributors to the side. We knew that we weren’t guaranteed anything, and as the coaches always say, “Cricket owes us nothing”. A squad of 15 travelled down to Sydney to take on the best of the best in the Sydney GPS. We performed well winning two out of four games and the week was topped off with Max Houlahan scoring an illustrious 100 not out off 60 balls while chasing 130 against Shore. These tough games get us ready for the GPS competition. Mr Wallace says that “15 doesn’t go in to 11”... meaning that some impressive cricketers miss out on First XI selection. This was very true as Jack Charlton, Joel Shields, Josh Kann, Ben Wieland, Jack Scaysbrook, Calum Ball and Liam Cass all missed out on the initial team, but through injury and hard work Josh Kann and Liam Cass got their opportunity to put on the red, white and blue baggy.

SUPER 8S CARNIVAL

The TSS playing fields were abuzz with the Super 8s carnival running concurrently to the Old Boys game. The TSS Cricket family came together for a ‘big bash’. It was a terrific response with TSS Prep/Senior Players, Parents and Old Boys taking part. The Teams were impressive through their fixture rounds and the “Rogers House Teams” fought hard. The “Experienced Coaches” and “Amazing Mutts + 7” brought in a “Youth Policy” into their teams and the “Our Boy Malachi” lads looked formidable in the workman singlets. “Super Scoopers” and “Bomb City” were the only teams undefeated in the fixture rounds and were worthy to play in the final, which was played on the Village Green. The day was enjoyed by all and will be looked forward to with anticipation in 2016. Congratulations to “Super Scoopers” on the win and well done to all teams in playing in a safe and fun manner! *Super 8’s Final: Super Scoopers 5/67 off 7 overs (Jack Scaysbrook 21 ret) defeated Bomb City 4/50 off 7 overs.

The 2015 First XI will be known as a team that finds our way out of sticky situations, and a team who knows how to make our viewers nervous! But, that’s just how we play our cricket. Freedom, toughness and pride. Everybody in the side made significant contributions during the course of this season. Against BGS, Max Houlahan’s outstanding knock of 159 as well as Zac Merrion and Steve Graham’s three wickets each to give us a double bonus point win away. At home against BBC, Sam Yabsley’s well-executed three wickets and Dylan Riley’s “top shelf ” game-winning performance of 75 not out when it seemed we had a slim chance to win was certainly a standout. Brandon Faber and Max’s big opening partnership was well backed up by Tim Richardson versus Gregory Terrace. As well as an amazing opening spell of bowling by Nathan Black and Xavier Bartlett, which consisted of extreme pace, swing and a broken finger by Xavier. Sol Budinger’s 65 to virtually win us the game against Nudgee, and not forgetting Dylan Riley’s 100 off 56 balls that game either. I’d like to thank Mr Ross Wallace, our coach, for his tough but fair coaching style, which benefitted the team and the squad dramatically to play tough cricket. I would also like to thank Mr Remy Melia and Mr Greg Norman for dedicating

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OPEN FIRST XI CRICKET SEATED ROW:

B. FABER, J. KANN, C. TAYLOR, S. BUDINGER, Z. MERRION

SECOND ROW: MR G. NORMAN (MANAGER), MR R. WALLACE (HEAD COACH), T. RICHARDSON, S. YABSLEY, X. BARTLETT, L. CASS, M. HOULAHAN, S. GRAHAM, D. RILEY, N. BLACK, MR S. BAKER (DIRECTOR OF CRICKET), MR R. MELIA (COACH)

all their time to contribute to our remarkable season. Finally, I’d like to thank Mr Steve Baker for developing all of us as cricketers from Year 7 and making the TSS cricket program very strong and run commendably well. Well done to all cricketers for an amazing year. I am truly grateful to be the captain of cricket, 2015 and wish all cricketers well for next year. TSS CRICKET FIRST XI AND YEAR 9A STATE CUP INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS COMPETITION

The GPS Premiers TSS First XI and Year 9A sides of 2015 earnt entry into the Independent Finals of the Qld All Schools Cricket Comp. The TSS 9As lead by Ben Funnell put in a solid performance in winning the first T20 match vs St Pauls, but lost the final vs a strong BBC outfit who had defeated TSS in the GPS season. TSS First XI won their first game comfortably vs JPC with Max Houlahan among the runs again and kicked on to win against Marist College in the final in a tight match… to win through to the Southern Conference final. This final was washed out, which unfortunately required a coin toss to decide which teams went through to the Southern Conference Final… which we lost. It was a testament to all of the boys’ commitment to the school and each other that we were able put up very competitive teams and gain valuable playing experience together towards 2016.

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FIRST XI SCORE SUMMARIES – 2015 GPS SEASON

• Rd 1: TSS 3/271 (Max Houlahan 159, Callum Taylor 56) defeated BGS ao 113 (N. Black 2/22 off 10, S. Graham 3/17 off 6, Z Merrion 3/19 off 7) • Rd 2: TSS 8/173 (Dylan Riley 75* off 75) defeated BBC all out 168 (Sam Yabsley 3/31 off 10, Nathan Black 2/41 off 10, Callum Taylor 2/37 off 9) • Rd 3: TSS 8/291 (Max Houlahan 140 off 106 balls, Callum Taylor 43, Tim Richardson 39) defeated GT all out 107 (Xavier Bartlett 3/10 off 6, Nathan Black 3/26 off 6) • Rd 4: Washout • Rd 5 vs TSS Old Boys: TSS Old Boys 7/271 (48.5 overs) (Robbie Benadie 73, Ben Solomon 49, Adrian Tyler 36, Simon Anderson 29, Nathan Black 4/58 off 10, Sam Yabsley 2/48 off 10) defeated TSS 7/267 (50 overs)(Callum Taylor 71, Brandon Faber 56, Liam Cass 45, Simon Anderson 2/20) • Rd 6: TSS 6/251 off 40.5 overs (Dylan Riley 100 (57 balls, 8 fours, 9 sixes) Solomon Budinger (65 off 65, 5 fours, 3 sixes) Max Houlahan 33 defeated NC 8/247 off 50 overs (Nathan Black 3/48 off 10, Sam Yabsley 2/50 off 10) • Rd 7 ACGS 3/144 (Nathan Black 2/43 off 9) defeated TSS all out 138 (Dylan Riley 27, Sol Budinger 25, Steven Graham 20)


Cricket • Rd 8 BSHS all out 138 (Callum Taylor 2/21 off 10) drew due to washout with TSS 0/26 off 5.1 (Max Houlahan 13*) • Rd 9 TSS 8/208 from 49.4 overs (Sol Budinger 55, Tim Richardson 35) defeated TGS 9/205 (Callum Taylor 5/49 off 10, Sam Yabsley 2/36 off 10)

QJC Under 16 Representatives 2015 Josh Flatley and Harry Kerr

Qld Open Schoolboys 2014/15 Nathan Black, Max Houlahan and Callum Taylor

QCA Under 17s Representative 2015 Harry Kerr and Xavier Bartlett

QCA Under 19s Representative 2015 Nathan Black, Max Houlahan and Sam Yabsley

Australian Under 17s Representative 2015 Xavier Bartlett

Qld Academy of Sport TSS CRICKET AWARD WINNERS 2015

The Handyside Trophy................. Second XI, 11A, 10A and 8A Most Successful Team Undefeated Season Sam Loxton Trophy.......................Ian Young and Joel Threlfall Supporters of TSS Cricket

The John Glenn Trophy....................................... Hugo Burdon Best Junior Cricketer

The Westcott Family Trophy.................................Nathan Black First XI Bowling Award

The Westcott Family Trophy.............................. Max Houlahan First XI Batting Award

The Dirk Wellham Trophy.......................................Dylan Riley First XI Best Fieldsman

The Paul Norris Memorial Trophy.....................Callum Taylor First XI Best All Rounder

STATE/AUSTRALIAN REPRESENTATIVE PLAYERS SEASON 2015:

GPS Representative 2015 Dylan Riley, Max Houlahan, Brandon Faber and Zac Merrion

Qld Under 15 Schoolboys 2014/15 Brandon Faber

Max Houlahan BEST AND FAIREST TROPHIES:

7A............................................................................... Jack Hocart 7B...............................................................................Josh Brown 7C........................................................................ Couper Baskus 8A........................................................................... Hugo Burdon 8B................................................................................. Ky Newitt 8C...............................................................................Jarah Gault 9A................................................................. Sashin Andarawewa 9B............................................................................ Finn Bongers 9C.......................................................................Matty Robinson 10A.......................................................................Matthew Grant 10B..................................................................................Will Layt 10C........................................................................ Jim Chapman 11A..........................................................................Jack Charlton 11B............................................................................ Harry Oates 11C........................................................................... Sam Curran Second XI...................................... Jock Oates and Ben Wieland Third XI......................................................... Freddie Chapman FIRST XI REPRESENTATIVES 2015:

Callum Taylor (Captain), Max Houlahan, Brandon Faber, Tim Richardson, Sol Budinger, Steven Graham, Dylan Riley, Xavier Bartlett, Zac Merrion, Josh Kann, Liam Cass, Sam Yabsley, Nathan Black

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OPEN SECOND XI CRICKET SEATED ROW:

J. OATES, O. SNOW, B. WIELAND, B. CHURCHILL, J. STAINES

SECOND ROW: MR J. THRELFALL (COACH), T. PERRIN, G. LYHNE, L. CASS, C. BALL, J. SCAYSBROOK, W. LLOYD, MR D. WILSON (COACH) ABSENT:

M. HAMEED

SEATED ROW:

J. HYDE, J. KANN, H. KERR, M. SCAYSBROOK, S. FINLAYSON

OPEN THIRD XI CRICKET SEATED ROW:

11A CRICKET SECOND ROW: MR J. THORPE (COACH), C. HAYDEN, J. CHARLTON, J. MCDONALD, B. PAXTON-HALL, J. FLATLEY, J. JOHNSON, MR R. BENADIE (COACH) ABSENT:

J. TOBIANO, J. SHIELDS

SEATED ROW:

D. RADEL, J. MORRIS, T. SIMON, W. SCHWARER, T. STUART, A. TURNBULL, W. ALEXANDER

11B CRICKET SEATED ROW:

ABSENT:

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J. WILLIAMS, M. CAVANOUGH, J. TOBIANO, I. COCCO, H. RICE

SECOND ROW: MR L. COCCO (COACH), M. KELLY, S. MORROW, C. GRIMES, J. CRAIN, H. OATES, R. SHIM , R. MEYER, MR N. BOYCE (COACH)

11C CRICKET

SECOND ROW: MR A. BOWERS (COACH), J. CLYNE, N. LADNER, J. DIGHT, S. CURRAN, J. RASHEED, K. NICHOLLS, J. CURR, I. TELFORD, J. CONNOLLY , G. WILSON, MR C. WEBB (COACH)

D. BUREY, J. LEAVY, O. RADFORD, C. ELLIOT, G. GOOK, E. NYATHI

SECOND ROW: MR T. WATT (COACH), T. GILLOTT, A. HARRY, F. CHAPMAN, E.TAULELEI , C. DEARDEN, W. RUDLAND, R. TAYLOR, L. MEYER, MR C. HAWTIN (COACH)

10A CRICKET SEATED ROW:

L. DENNISTON, H. KING, M. GRANT, C. YOUNG, B. GIBSON

SECOND ROW: MR J. BEAR (COACH), J. LEATHEM, J. LATHOURAS, T. TAYLOR, H. KADDATZ, R. MARSHALL, H. MCNAMEE, C. JACKSON, MR B. SPERLING (COACH)


Cricket

10B CRICKET SEATED ROW:

K. JO, W. LAYT, M. LOVETT, K. RUTHERFORD, M. BLACK

10C CRICKET SEATED ROW:

J. RUTHERFORD, W. KEMP, L. CORKILL, I. WOODS, J. CHAPMAN, D. PRESCOTT, S. HICKSON

SECOND ROW: MR L. GRAY (COACH), O. HALL, V. NEDUNCHEZHIAN, J. MCLEAN, M. MCCARTHY, J. HOPKINS, A. GERAGHTY, E. VAN DER VEGT, MR R. MUTTON (COACH)

SECOND ROW: MS A. BLACK (COACH), H. KING, H. GOODMAN, O. HAYEK, J. PICKERING, J. LEWIS, S. ROBINSON, S. MOFFAT, MR B. GOLDBURG (COACH)

ABSENT:

J. BAKER

ABSENT:

T. PYE, J. JOHNSTONE, A. TAUBER, J. THOMPSON, R. DAVUI, Z. ZHENG

SEATED ROW:

B. MUNRO, T. NICHOLSON, B. FUNNELL, T. MERRION, H. LICKISS

SEATED ROW:

D. CLOUGH, A. SHIELDS, Z. HENAWAY, C. BINDON, M. LLOYD

9A CRICKET SECOND ROW: MR K. MULCAHY (COACH), I. ECKERSLEY, G. BELCHER, C. MURPHY, L. MCILWRAITH, W. FINCH, S. CARTER, S. ANDARAWEWA, MR M. BUCKLEY (COACH)

9B CRICKET SECOND ROW: MR B. SPEECHLEY (COACH), J. RAYNER, S. MCMENAMIN, F. BONGERS, G. SINCLAIR, L. KELLY, Z. JAMES, N. FLEMING, MR N. CROUCH (COACH)

9C CRICKET SEATED ROW:

B. WIEMERS, R. GILBERT, L. SAMPSON, M. ROBINSON, S. BLACK, G. MORRIS, R. BUREY

SECOND ROW: MR C. GEORGE (COACH), C. HAWKINS, H. KNUDSEN, Z. GREGORY, L. NICHOLLS, I. JAMES, T. GIBSON, S. NEAL, T. HONEYSETT, T. YAN, S. VAHIDY, D. LEVENDAKIS, MR V. DIBELLA (COACH) ABSENT:

G. SPRING

8A CRICKET SEATED ROW:

J. KANN, M. FREEMAN, C. DURANTE, H. BURDON, H. MEYER

SECOND ROW: MR L. HOLTSBAUM (COACH), M. ALIKHAN, T. SCOTCHMER, S. CHARLTON, M. MANLEY, A. WALKER, W. STATHAM, MR T. THACKRAY (COACH) ABSENT:

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8B CRICKET SEATED ROW:

E. HILLMAN, J. KELLY, F. TAYLOR, C. JAGO, B. OWEN

8C CRICKET SEATED ROW:

H. DIGHT, B. VINE, J. GAULT, A. RICE

SECOND ROW: MR M. HARVEY (COACH), C. RASHEED, A. WALKER, T. OXENFORD, J. THOMPSON, K. NEWITT, A. KITCHIN, J. SMITH

SECONF ROW: MR J. RYMER (COACH), T. FAIRNINGTON, H. BEIRNE, R. MURPHY, J. FULTON, L. JONES, F. SMITH, B. BOTTING, H. GRUNDY, MR M. FORD (COACH)

ABSENT:

MR S. ATTOE (COACH), C. CURR

ABSENT:

B. STUART, F. LANE

SEATED ROW:

K. HERFT, J. CASTOR, J. HOCART, L. GOLDIE, J. STATHAM

SEATED ROW:

R. BAKER, H. MCDONALD, J. BROWN, J. BOX, J. HAWKINS

7A CRICKET SECOND ROW: MR M. CHRISTENSEN (COACH), T. FISHER, F. SMITH, J. BURNETT, J. MCCARTHY, M. CARLOS, J. VAN DER LAAN, B. MCPHEE, MR T. GALL (COACH)

7B CRICKET SECOND ROW: MR Q. GAINEY (COACH), S. MCINNES, J. BATT, V. GANGASANDRA, L. WRIGHT, L. PIPER, N. CROSS, H. KING, MR B. WAITE (COACH)

6A CRICKET

7C CRICKET SEATED ROW:

J. HARDY, A. BEALE, S. MORRIS, T. DACEY, M. ALEXANDER

SECOND ROW: MR P. YELLAND (COACH), H. JEANES-GRANT, S. LEE, C. BASKUS, D. HUMPHREY, B. JOHNSTONE, W. CULLIMORE, B. MOFFAT, H. HOULAHAN, MR T. COUSINS (COACH) ABSENT:

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SEATED ROW:

T. YOON, H. CROSS-WINSTON, L. O’CONNOR, Z. ELVIN, O. RUTHERFORD, C. WOOD

SECOND ROW: L. CHABERT, C. MARKS, G. COLLINS, T. ALIKHAN, R. DWYER, B. LYNCH COACH:

MR M. HOPPE


Cricket

6B CRICKET SEATED ROW:

J. HOPKINS, T. MURDOCH, D. LEHNDORF, H. ZDANOWICZ, J. BOYLE, K. PRICE, L. LANE

SECOND ROW: C. FITZPATRICK, H. STAPLETON, C. MCGEARY, A. GROOBY, C. WHITTON, E. STANICH, J. POPOV ABSENT:

B. BENNETT

COACH:

MR A ROBERTSON

SEATED ROW:

M. DAVIS, C. VEIVERS, G. BURDON, W. JACKSON, J. FABER, Z. CRAIN, W. MARSHALL

6C CRICKET SEATED ROW:

L. FREE, H. ANTHONY, H. BAKER, J. MCAULEY, C. CHANDLER, E. BAKER

SECOND ROW: A. KITCHIN, B. WALSH, P. SOPHIOS, D. SELBY, T. CONDON ABSENT:

A. GROOBY, L. LANE

COACH:

MR A. ROBERTSON

SEATED ROW:

M. OTTO, J. MORRIS, Z. HOWARD, Z. DART, F. CORSER, A. HUGHES

5A CRICKET

SECOND ROW: J. DEBELAK, T. KENNEDY, L. MAIR, J. KELLY, W. WORBOYS, E. KAY COACH:

MR A. ROBERTSON

SEATED ROW:

A. CHANDLER, L. WHELAN, C. HAWKINS, P. ANTOINE, H. O’CONNOR, J. MCQUILLAN, A. VAHIDY

5B CRICKET SECOND ROW: R. STUCKEY, E. RAMEAU, J. SA, C. CARTISANO, D. NEAL ABSENT:

L. ROWLES

COACH:

MR M. WARD

5C CRICKET

SECOND ROW: L. HARDY, R. PYKE-NOTT, M. BRANCH, E. SPITERI, C. AMOS COACH:

MR D. BENSON (ABSENT)

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This year’s show cattle team has continued on the foundation of previous years. Mr Wilson and his team had organised a line of three steers to enable us a base to work from. There was a small contingent of boys and this varied with other sporting commitments taking precedence over the show team. A big thank you goes out to Mr and Mrs Wieland of Boonah and their son Benjamin who minded the cattle over the Christmas break, which ensured they had a good start for this year’s competition.

BRUCE RUTHERFORD

Cattle Club Coordinator

Also a huge thank you to Mr and Mrs Burey of Goondiwindi and sons David and Richard who donated two steers, which bolstered the numbers and opened us up to more classes of competition. These steers arrived at the start of Term Two and performed admirably considering what they had to adapt to from property to show. David Burey, show team’s leading hand, did a fantastic job in training them and preparing them for the Ekka, not an easy transformation in a short time.

Cattle competition is extremely tough in the south-east corner and ribbons are scarce. In saying that we did manage a third in its division of the prime cattle at the Ekka, which is awesome. The led steers never got up in the ribbons, but never looked out of place in their classes, and this was proven in the carcase competition were they came just out of the top 10 and in the top halves of their classes.

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Judging enables students to compete as an individual and as a team. Judging is what show team is all about, the boys learn skills useful and relevant in industry. The boys competed very well, selecting the correct order and public speaking is not easy. David was the only one to get a ribbon when he got third in the open age group at Boonah Show. Unfortunately the Ekka ends with led steers competing in carcase competitions and prime steers are auctioned off after judging is complete, which means you drive home with an empty trailer, so no more cattle to show. Next year we will compete at more shows and with a bit of luck be competitive.


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TSS Debating in 2015 saw the largest number of boys and teams we have had for a long time, including three teams in Years 11 and 12. Their enthusiasm and spirit proved a boost to the older boys. In terms of results, it turned out to be a mixed year. Strong seasons came from 8.1, 11.2, Senior B and 9.2 teams. These teams were consistent throughout the year and able to win when expected and take debates off the perennial strong inner-city Brisbane schools.

ANDREW BERRYMAN

Master in Charge – Debating DIRK BENSON

Prep Debating Coordinator

With three of the first four rounds away at Terrace, Churchie and BGS, we did well to win a number of debates, showing improvement from last year. We completed the term with a draw at home against Brisbane State High School. We were looking forward to our last three debates at home where we were confident of strong wins. However, the weather intervened and for the first time in GPS history all Debating was cancelled due to wet weather. We closed out the season with two comprehensive wins overall against Nudgee and Ipswich Grammar School. The Senior A team had a difficult year, not being able to register a win. They did, however, have a number of very close battles and represented themselves well over the entire season. 2015 RESULTS

SENIOR A DEBATING FIRST ROW:

C.L. SIMPSON, B.J. KIM

SECOND ROW: C. KROON, J. A. TARR, N. WARREN, R. NAIR

5.1 - 1 win

9.1 - 2 wins

5.2 - 1 win

9.2 - 4 wins

6.1 - 1 win

10.1 - 1 win

6.2 - 2 wins

10.2 - 1 win

7.1 - 2 wins

11.1 - 2 wins

7.2 - 3 wins

11.2 - 5 wins

8.1 - 5 wins (Equal 1st)

Senior B - 3 wins

8.2 - 3 wins

Senior A - 0 wins

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writing and rehearsing. Weekly debate preparation and training at 7.30 each Monday morning would challenge parents and students alike. By the year’s end The Southport Preparatory School Debating teams would consolidate their reputation as one of the best in GPS, and also rise to the challenge to become a force in the QDU competition.

The excitement of our second season of GPS competition was evident as we doubled our representation to eight teams (four in each of Years 5 and 6). Mark Hoppe expertly coached the Year 6 teams, the majority whom had debated in 2014. Led by Debating Captain Louis Chabert, success was hard earnt but forthcoming. The standard was high, certainly higher than in 2014 when Junior School GPS Debating had reformed. For our Year 5 teams, coached by Craig Newton and I, enthusiasm abounded, tempered unfortunately by all opposing schools unable to fill their maximum team quotas. Despite several byes and having to debate one another our Year 5 teams kept their motivation, spurred on by the success of our school’s program and our highest-ranked team. The Queensland Debating Union Round Robin proved to be a worthy and enjoyable competition. Five teams debated over four evenings, against Brisbane’s top Public, Catholic and Independent debating schools. The commitment of these teams and their parents was extraordinary. Parents who faithfully transported their boys into Brisbane were rewarded with topquality debating in a relaxed atmosphere. It was here that our debaters really shone. Benefitting from their earlier GPS experiences our teams debated at a level that inspired all. A 70% success rate against the best debaters in Brisbane


Debating was just reward for a year of hard work, dedication and enjoyment. There are numerous benefits of participating in the Junior School Debating program. Academically boys learn to speak and present with poise, while developing reasearch and writing skills. They learn to think, consider and to critically analyse; skills that will see them well into the future. Perhaps more important though is the genuine friendships developed among boys in the individual teams, based on working together, teamwork and respect. This year the Prep School was visited by Dr Rod Campbell, an author and expert in the teaching of Grammar. He asked the Junior School teaching staff, “Do you have a debating program?” When we answered, “Yes” he responded, “Those boys will have successful lives”. This year 41 Years 5 and 6 boys participated in the The Southport School Preparatory School Debating program.

SENIOR DEBATING AWARDS

The Lockett Family Trophy........................Solomon Kasokason Year 7

The Calais Family Award............................................Tasei Fujii Year 8

The McDonald Cup......................................... Oscar Churchill Year 9

Senator Bill O’Chee Trophy................................. Lachlan Read Year 10

The MP Muir Award.................................................Jack Woods Year 11

The IG Morrison Award...........................................Ramil Nair Year 12 – For Service and Commitment to Debating

The Widdicombe Award................................................ B.J. Kim Senior A

The President’s Award: BE Maughan 1966......Cameron Simpson The Patrick Sharpe Memorial Award.......................Melbourne For House Participation in Debating

The B.E. Maughan Salvar................................................8.1 – Tasei Fujii, Foster Lane, James Smith

2015 DEBATING SOCIETY SEATED ROW:

MR. R. RITCHIE, D. M. J. ROBERTSON, H. P. WALLER, B.J. KIM, C.L. SIMPSON, C. KROON, R. NAIR, L. D. VAN HER-WAARDE, MR. D. ELLIS

SECOND ROW: N. D. OXLEY, C. T. GRAY, F. M. LANE, S. M. KASOKASON, P.J. WOLFENDEN, M.R. FUHRMANN, T. FUJII, J.G. GRAY, THIRD ROW:

L.S. COLE, T.D. EDMUNDS, W.O.W. LAYT, S.H. MCMATH , B. S. L. M. BOTTING, D. LIU, N. PURZA-PAGE , J. W. FUHR-MANN, C. D. H. LOCKETT, T. J. WRIGHT, J.T.E. SMITH, J.J.P. MOSS

FOURTH ROW: J. R. F. DWYER, V. GANGASANDRA, J.C. VAN HERWAARDE, T. P. OXENFORD, H.E. GREEN, F.B. FOULDS-COOK J. R. BLOK, J.F. MORE, T. ZHU, O. D. CHURCHILL FIFTH ROW:

Y. BHOOLA, M. F. HARRIS, K. MEHTA, J. P. WOODS, E.M. MAHON, J. A. TARR, L. R. MYATT, S. F. NOLAN, Y. HAN, A.M.S. NELSON, L.M. READ, N. WARREN

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THEATRE IS NEVER AUTOCRACY – IT IS COLLABORATIVE -– KHURSHED K. MEHTA

Any production – be it a Broadway show or a school play – demands collaboration, and on the night of a performance the audience will know whether an element of harmony was present in its making. This will be seen between actors, their expressions, action and reaction as well as overall stage production, set changes, soundtrack and so on. For me, creating the 2015 Kaiser House Play Thirteen Days was one of the most confronting yet inspiring aspects of writing, directing and managing people.

DI FRANCIS

Head of Drama

From the very inception of the play’s plot, the impetus and craving to compose an ‘award winning’ script was a little overwhelming. I had chosen to write a political play: a dramatisation of the Cuban Missile Crisis of 1962, but it soon became evident that it could not have been developed without the input of the actors, visual artists and all other crew. Due to underestimating the depth required of the characters in this play, we were heavily dependent upon the actors for a noteworthy performance. Being a first-time director presented the grand challenge of not only having to convince my fellow colleagues to adopt these characters – but to take them to heart. One had to appreciate that when accepting this gruelling role – they also accepted (as a by-product) a responsibility; a pledge to commit themselves to the fullest.

Initially, we had misjudged the importance of collaboration to the extent that after the final stage-dress rehearsal, three days before the night of performance, it was declared an “unpractised, raw” and “incoherent flop” due to poor direction and a lack of ensemble harmony. It became clear that the actors were not at fault. Rather, it was the responsibility of the director to ensure an acceptable performance on behalf of the actors. It was at this point that I realised: theatre is never autocratic – it is collaborative! While the actors might be the only ones we see on stage, it is the writers, directors, visual artist, costume and set designers, stage manager and so on who make a production a success. These are the people who are the ‘body’ of the production; they contribute from start to finish. Without them a performance is merely a script; an unexecuted notion that is awaiting to be put into action.

The Kaiser House Stage Crew came to understand and appreciate this idea at the end of a rather disappointing dress rehearsal. It was with this acknowledgment of the true nature of theatre that then obligated us to do everything in our power to make it a successful production. Next thing we knew – our collaborative approach had won us the House Drama Shield. This experience has taken not only me but the whole crew through a

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Drama rollercoaster journey of stress, exhilaration and pride. The epiphanies encountered were of such an immense nature that words cannot really adequately describe the emotions we all felt before, during and after the performance. In the end, however, it became obvious to me that, instead of thinking “I couldn’t have done it without them”, the first thought that came to mind was “We couldn’t have done it without us”.

Congratulations to all who participated and in particular to the six students who were awarded Goblets for Outstanding Dramatic Excellence: Trent Sinclair (RAD)........................................... Director/Actor Harry Kerr (MAU)........................... Playwright/Director/Actor Jesse Layt (McK)............................... Playwright/Director/Actor Liam Priestley (TUR)....................... Playwright/Director/Actor Khurshed Mehta (KAI)......... Playwright/Director/Vision/Actor Jed Eglington (THO)................Vision/Media Co-Coordinator The Adjudicators’ Award went to McKinley House for their sensitive and mature treatment of serious life choices.

REFLECTIONS ON HOUSE DRAMA – XAVIER THOMPSON

In the few weeks prior to the House Drama Festival I had some of the most memorable times with the Seniors of Maughan. Although the extra hours after school and on weekends were a slog, the Seniors as a whole became a much closer group of boys. The laughs we had practising and the fun we had on stage were some of the greatest times in Maughan that I have had. To the younger boys, I urge you to get involved with House Drama, as the relationships that you build with the boys around you determines your enjoyment of Year 12.

THE HOUSE DRAMA FESTIVAL RESULTS

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Kaiser Turnock Radcliffe McKinley Maughan Melbourne

7. 8. 9. 10. 11.

Atkinson Thorold Delpratt Walker Surman and Biddle

The TSS Theatre Crew provided outstanding technical support for the festival and I thank them for their selfless commitment.

HOUSE DRAMA FESTIVAL RESULTS – MS D FRANCIS

The depth of talent and creativity among our students always amazes me. Once again packed houses were entertained by 12 dramatic productions that ranged widely in their interpretation of the theme “Getting There”.

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A number of Highly Commended Certificates were awarded to: the Ensemble, a “Magic Moment” – Opening Train Sequence, Sound Track, and for Acting: Isaiah Richardson, Samuel Cookson-Butler and Trent Sinclair. Samuel Cookson-Butler and Trent Sinclair won the two Outstanding Actor Awards (in a Supporting Role) Cast List: Samuel Cookson-Butler, Beau Foort, Harry Kerr, Tipene Mavoa, Daniel O’Neill, Isaiah Richardson and Trent Sinclair. TSS Theatre Crew: Sound: Harrison Goodman, Lighting: Harrison Goodman, Stage Crew: Lachlan Chesterman, Michael Murdoch and Jack Hickman Congratulations on an excellent production. THE GOLD COAST SECONDARY SCHOOLS’ DRAMA FESTIVAL: BILOXI BLUES – MS D FRANCIS

This year the Year 11 Drama class entered the play Biloxi Blues by Neil Simon into the Senior Division of the Gold Coast Secondary Schools’ Drama Festival. This project commenced as an assessment task in Term One and was extended into a full production with performances at TSS and at All Saints Anglican School in the drama festival. Ms J. Ingles awarded the seven cast members with the highly prestigious Academic Creative Studies Awards. After performances here at TSS, the cast and crew transferred the production to All Saints to perform in the festival that ran over three nights with 13 schools participating. The cast and crew presented an excellent play that was polished and confident and met their personal goal of improving with each performance. The adjudicator was very impressed by the teamwork of the cast and the strong sense of ensemble work. He also admired the balance between comedy and pathos and congratulated the cast on their use of American accents and the polished production elements such as the supporting music soundtrack. The cast would like to thank the TSS crew members and Mrs Williams and Mr Hellier for their help.

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TSS THEATRE CREW ARTICLE – HARRISON GOODMAN

As a member of the TSS Theatre Crew I have been involved with setting up and running assemblies, working closely with the IT Department helping with setting up of the Tri-Service practices and I was lucky enough to be involved with in work experience with Old Boy Brendan Robinson at the Dancing with the Cars Festival in Main Beach recently. I was involved in running the technical crews for the school’s entry of Biloxi Blues in the Gold Coast Drama Festival held at All Saints. We were lucky enough to work with their professional sound technician. I have also made a lot of new friends from my experiences in Theatre Crew and learnt some very good life skills.


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GPS SEASON 2015

Football grew to record-breaking levels at TSS in 2015, a theme echoed across most other GPS schools. We had in excess of 520 boys represent the school, and over 1000 more boys playing across GPS football than 2014. A real plus for the GPS system and some fantastic Saturdays during Term Two. TSS had 35 teams in action every Saturday with some outstanding individual and team performances. The highlights being the success of the 9A team winning their age group competition; the 10As coming second and the emergence of a very talented 5A side finishing third. JOE DOLAN

Director of Football

The First XI had a difficult season, where in many games that were finely balanced they were unable to find a way to secure victory, losing three times by a single goal. Victories against Gregory Terrace and Nudgee College were the highlights in 2015. A relatively young team with several Years 10 and 11 boys in the starting line-up will aim to learn from this season and be more competitive in 2016. UHLSPORT CUP

The First XI entered into the Uhlsport Cup again in 2015, having reached the semi-final stage in 2014. The group games against All Saints Anglican School and Emmanuel College brought a defeat and victory respectively; the knockout stages began with a 3-1 win away against John Paul College. The draw took the team to Brisbane State High School where a defeat was by no means an embarrassment. ISSA CUP

The ISSA Cup is an Under 14 competition that enabled us to bring the best players from Years 7, 8 and 9 to compete against other schools in a combination TSS team. The group stage brought a defeat to John Paul

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College and a win against Rivermount College; the first knockout game saw us victorious over St Mary’s College from Toowoomba. We then travelled to Gregory Terrace where we defended valiantly in the first half to only trail by a goal but were overrun in the second half. Gregory Terrace went on to win the competition so defeat was no disgrace to our young group of players. REPRESENTATIVE HONOURS

TSS is proud to report that Liberato Vinaccia from Year 7 was part of the South Coast U12 team that won the Queensland State championships with seven wins and one draw during the competition. This tied the best result in Queensland history. Joe Knox and Hamish King from Year 10 also represented South Coast at the Queensland State championships and deserve special praise for representing their school at this level. Jordon Lampard the Captain of our First XI is a member of the Brisbane Roars Under 20 squad and was selected for an Australian U18 Training Camp. Callum Harris and Dauntae Mariner are members of the Football QLD NTC Programme and Brisbane Roar Under 18 squad. THANKS

This was another huge season of Football for TSS with record-breaking participation and support. Sincere thanks must go to all TSS staff involved in the program from Prep to Senior coaches and age group co-coordinators; the ground staff do a tremendous job to get our fields in fantastic condition (remember the rain before Brisbane Boys’ College, and we still played some games!); our support group the Friends of Football is growing and the volunteers do a truly excellent job to help sustain our growth. We are already looking forward to 2016 and another great season to the Red, White and Blue!


Football

FIRST XI FOOTBALL SEATED ROW:

MR J.T.P. DOLAN, C. HARRIS, M.P. KARLOVIC, H. RUNJE, N.J.W. SMITH, J.M. TOBIANO, MR K. STEVENS, MR J. GAYTON

SECOND ROW: J.B. SHIELDS, G.J. BELCHER, S.N. LAYANI, J.P. LAMPARD, S. KING, F.H. LANE, R.J.B THOMPSON-KING

SECOND XI FOOTBALL SEATED ROW:

N. WARREN, X.H. THOMPSON, A.D.A. MILLER, O. SNOW, A.L. PEMBERTON, MR B. HODGKINSON

SECOND ROW: C. SIMPSON, R.J.B. THOMPSON-KING, L.F. THOMPSON, L. FITZPATRICK, E. NYATHI

THIRD XI FOOTBALL SEATED ROW:

H.M. KANG, J.V. WOODHOUSE, A.J. MANDERSON, M.M. HAMEED, W.A. LLOYD, L.M. KOCH, R NAIR

SECOND ROW: Z.D. MCFARLANE, T.E. ROSS, S.I. SANDEMAN, T.D. PERRIN, S.A. PERKINS, M.C. JOHNSON, N.J. GALLAGHER, J.D. SCAYSBROOK, F.K. FARNHAM-SVENSSON, MR D. BROWN

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FOURTH XI FOOTBALL SEATED ROW:

J.J. KILCOYNE, B.R. CHURCHILL, C.A. BETTLES, Z.N. QUINN, G.B. BRIEN

SECOND ROW: MR O. ALINI, K. REYNOLDS-ERLER, J.P. CONSOLI, C.E. MEO, Z.H. MORRISON, S.F. NOLAN, N.A. WATT, M.A.C. UNDERWOOD

YEAR 11A FOOTBALL SEATED ROW:

SECOND ROW: M. WILLIAMSON, M.G. SCAYSBROOK, L.N. UPFIELD, L.J. MAXWELL, D.J. O’NEILL, M.J. CAVANOUGH, T.J. HURFORD, MR J. RYMER

YEAR 11B FOOTBALL SEATED ROW:

J.G. KAFRITSAS, J.R SCHMARR, J.W. PURTON, S.J. SCHUKIN, S.A. MORROW

SECOND ROW: MR A. MACINNES, I.C. COCCO, M. KREMMER-RYAN, W.E. SCHWARER, J.L. HARDY, L.T. BROWN, M.J.D DI BELLA, H. SEO

YEAR 11C FOOTBALL SEATED ROW:

A.B. TURNBULL, D.N. HOPKINS, C.R. HAYDEN, A.G HALSTEAD, H.J.T. RICE

SECOND ROW: MR H. BIDDLE, W.A. SCOTCHMER, M.J. BEDDOES, J.L. CRAIN, T.D. WALSH, C. J. BILBOROUGH, B.A. LININGTON, T.R. SIMON

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N.A. POTTER, S.H.C. MACKAY-PAYNE, T.W. LACY, S.D. FINLAYSON, T. AITCHISON

SECOND ROW: R.E. ABEDIAN, B.K. GALLAGHER, C.V. GRIMES, J.A. CHARLTON, H.I. KERR, L.V. SEHMISH-LAHEY, A.D. JANE, J.D. WILLIAMS, MR T. SNOW

YEAR 11D FOOTBALL SEATED ROW:

B.C RODRIGUES, J.B. SHIELDS, J.A. MIBUS, Z.B. MERRION, D.D.C INGLES

YEAR 10A FOOTBALL SEATED ROW:

J.D. BAKER, T.R.B. PYE, L.G.L.BINGHAM, A.W. COWAN, J.G GILES

SECOND ROW: MR S. LANE, L.J. CORKILL, H.L. KING, J.F. MAHONEY, J.P. LATHOURAS, A.K. STOLLERY, L.J. ARTHUR, J.E. CHAPMAN, J.M. LEATHAM


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YEAR 10C FOOTBALL

YEAR 10B FOOTBALL SEATED ROW:

R. HIROSE, C.A. JACKSON, S.A. MOFFAT, C.J. MARSHALL, H.P. WALLER

SECOND ROW: MR L. GRAY, J.S.G. THOMPSON, L. WRIGHT, R.G. HAGBECK, A.M. GILES, Z.F. GODDARD, L.G. DENNISTON, J.D. LEWIS, L.C. WALLACE

SEATED ROW:

SECOND ROW: MR J. BEAR, W.G. DONALDSON, M.J.G GRANT, R.C. GALL, H.D.I. SMITH, W.S. BROWNING, M.K.E. LOVETT, J.H. JOHNSTONE

YEAR 10D FOOTBALL SEATED ROW:

J.G. GRAY, D.A. MURRAY, C.C. YOUNG, C.R. FITENI, L.X. ZHENG

SECOND ROW: T.L. MEO, J.R. MATTHEWS, J. ROWE, B.J. SCHWEDE, M. NOSKOV, T.J. SHERLINE, O.J. SHERRAH, T.A. TREMAIN, A.I.E.W. DIPPLE, MR T. GAINEY

YEAR 10E FOOTBALL SEATED ROW:

M. KING, C. TRAN, T.L. MERRION, J. CHIU, Y.S. BENZENATI

SECOND ROW: MR M. RUNJE, N.J. FLEMING, A.J. EMERY, J.S. JONES, G.J. BELCHER, B.J. FUNNELL, R.J. HARTE, S.P. MCMENAMIN, W. FINCH, J.C. JONES

H.N. MCSORILEY, B. HARMER, R.A. MCCULLOCH, L.W. MEALLIN, L.C. RUTHERFORD

SECOND ROW: H.B.R. SCOTT, E.R. SETCHELL, A.J. TAUBER, W.G. HUNN, L.T. GILLETT, P.N. MURTAGH

YEAR 9A FOOTBALL SEATED ROW:

S.G.G. HICKSON, W.J. KEMP, H.A. MCNAMEE, C.J. BOARDMAN, I.D. WOODS

YEAR 9B FOOTBALL SEATED ROW:

D.M. BOWEN, D.P. CLOUGH, J.A. BRUNSKILL, I.M. ECKERSLEY, D. LEVENDAKIS, A.M. SHIELDS, Z.R. GREGORY

SECOND ROW: Z. JAMES, T.J. HONEYSETT, H.R.E. MORRIS, I.O. JAMES, J.A. HESLOP, T.C. GIBSON, I.J. MIBUS, A. MAKHANYOK, MR T. THACKRAY

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YEAR 9C FOOTBALL SEATED ROW:

R.A. BUREY, Z.J. HENAWAY, H.T.M. KNUDSEN, A.J. BETTLES, B.D. WIEMERS

SECOND ROW: T.D. EDMUNDS, G.J. CONNOLLY, T.J. SPISICH, L.R. MCILWRAITH, D.R. CONNOLLY, J.D. RAYNER, A. AL-JUMAILY

YEAR 9D FOOTBALL SEATED ROW:

SECOND ROW: MR L. JONES, S.H. BLACK, J. POTTER, M.E.T. TURNBULL, H.G. COX, C. MURPHY, S.J.A. JEANS, L. SAMPSON

YEAR 9E FOOTBALL SEATED ROW:

R.R. GILBERT, J. MARIANI, F.J.B DONALD, J.L. HAWKINS, C.J. DOUYERE,

SECOND ROW: MR M. MASUDA, L.J. MCDONAGH, A.L. SOUTHWOOD, N. STEWART, L.R. MCILWRAITH, F.M. BAILDON, J.D. PERRIN, H.W. BATTY, C.R. STEWART, F.J. LYNAM, K.K. BLIGH, MR I. JO

YEAR 8A FOOTBALL SEATED ROW:

J.J. KELLY, J.L. ATTHOW, M.C. SMITH, H.W. CROOKS, A.H. URBAIN

SECOND ROW: MR M. FORD, W.H.W. BOOTH, C.J. WILSON, L.T. CHRISTIE-ADAMS, R. MURPHY, A.J. RIDGWAY, H.J. DIGHT, S.F. WARD, MR D.S WILSON

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E.P. HILLMAN, A.J.O. RICE, M.J. LAMBIE, J.N. KANN, H.J. GRUNDY

SECOND ROW: MR B. MCNICOL, C.J.S. JAGO, J.W. FUHRMANN, T.A. SCOTCHMER, B.H. GRADY, M.P. FREEMAN, C. DURANTE, L. LEE, MR D.S. WILSON

YEAR 8B FOOTBALL SEATED ROW:

J.F. CASKEY, A.T. FINALL, P.K.K. NADAKUITAVUKI, S.T. ANDARAWEWA, T.E. CORBETT

YEAR 8C FOOTBALL SEATED ROW:

S.D SMITH, T.J. WRIGHT, O.R. MARTIN

SECOND ROW: MR R. HAIN, I.T. WILLIAMS, B.G. KELLY, W.H. O’SHEA-BAU, L. DEBELAK, F.W. REYNOLDS


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YEAR 8D FOOTBALL SEATED ROW:

T. FUJII, A.D. HOPKINS, T.J. WRIGHT, C. KLEPTSOV, B.B.B STUART

SECOND ROW: MR D. GOSS, C. CURR, N. LUKASHOV, J.D. HUNTER, S. KIM

YEAR 7A FOOTBALL SEATED ROW:

SECOND ROW: MR M. ROBINSON, L. VINACCIA, M.Y. OHORI, R.J. KING, E.W. MACLEOD, J.W.A. BROWN, J. VAN DER LAAN, J.O. HAWKINS, N.A. BALTUS, MR D.S. WILSON

YEAR 7B FOOTBALL SEATED ROW:

J.P. BOX, S.M. KASOKASON, G.A. NAYLOR, M.F. GODDARD, J.D. STATHAM

SECOND ROW: L.S. COLE, J. LEI, Z.R. NIXON, J.R. GILLETT, R.J. DUROUX, L.G. WRIGHT, L.F. PIPER, P.J. GUPPY, MR M. WARD

N.O.A.H. ROBINSON, J.C. CASTOR, H.KING, L.J.GOLDIE, R.J.M. BAKER

YEAR 7C FOOTBALL SEATED ROW:

J.H.HARDY, S. LEE, H.J. MACDONALD, N. CROSS, J.C. MACMILLAN

SECOND ROW: MR A. LIBRETTO, B.T. MOFFAT, R.J.G. GREEN, B.J. COOK V. GANGASANDRA, S.W. PEARSON, L.A. ILAND

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YEAR 6A FOOTBALL SEATED ROW:

S. WOLFENDEN, T. MURDOCH, E. BAKER, R. KENNEDY, T. YOON, R. BELAPUNA

YEAR 6B FOOTBALL SEATED ROW:

O. DURHAM, H. STAPLETON, P. SOPHIOS, A. GROOBY, C. WHITTON, D. SELBY, D. TYLER-BATTAGLIA

SECOND ROW: L. O’CONNOR, F. WOODBRIDGE, C. MARKS, R. DWYER, E. STANICH

SECOND ROW: J. POPOV, T. SALMON, J. RYAN, T. LAMBERT, H. ANTHONY

COACH:

MR D. BENSON (ABSENT)

COACH:

MRS D. GOUDY

SEATED ROW:

M. OTTO, M. KANNEMANN, C. VEIVERS, Z. CRAIN, K. GEMERI, J. MCQUILLAN

SEATED ROW:

J. STUART, Z. NEWMAN, Z. DART, C. HAWKINS, F. CORSER, W. ELL

YEAR 5A FOOTBALL

SECOND ROW: C. CARTISANO, W. JACKSON, M. DAVIS, T. KENNEDY, M. SONG, J. FABER COACH:

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YEAR 5B FOOTBALL SECOND ROW: E. KAY, R. PYKE-NOTT, J. KELLY, E. SPITERI, J. PEGLER ABSENT:

Z. HOWARD, L. MAIR

COACH:

MR C. NEWTON


Golf It was another great year for the TSS Golf Team. The team was competitive in all four events, which were held at North Lakes, Nudgee, Royal Pines and The Hills. Our GPS Golf Day was held again at Royal Pines, which was a nice way to end a great year. We formed a new Junior Squad last year to help build our TSS golf program’s future and they had a banner year winning the QIGA Championship by 16 points over The Hills Golf Academy. Congratulations to these fine young players who are the future of TSS golf: James Goffman (Team Captain), Max Carr, Michael Song, Josh Carthcart, Zac Cirocco and Matthew Buckley. SPECIAL AWARDS

GRANT GARRISON

Director of Golf

Most improved player for the senior squad was Josh Kann who lowered his handicap from 25 to 13.6. Most improved player for the junior team was James Goffman who lowered his handicap from 24 to 12, with honorable mention to Max Carr. Most valuable player for the senior team was Jacob More who finished 12th, with honorable mention to Peter Baldry who finished 15th in the overall QIGA gross division. Winning most valuable player for the junior team was James Goffman. Winning the prestigious TSS coaches award this year for sportsmanship was Jacob More and Zac Cirocco. We recently established a TSS Golf Support Group – Friends of Golf (FOG). If you would like to be involved or contribute to help grow golf at TSS, please contact the Sport Department. During 2015 I have taken over as President of the QIGA. It is an honor to represent an association with such a history as over 100 participants have become professional golfers. I hope to grow the program next year and get more schools participating in intercollegiate golf along with getting more players from TSS competing in our QIGA events.

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1915-2015 – 100 YEARS THE SOUTHPORT SCHOOL GYMNASTICS

One hundred years of Gymnastics at TSS. What an achievement. The Awards Dinner was an acknowledgment of those past years, with Old Boys attending to celebrate this wonderful occasion.

The Vault Horse was a sectioned wooden contraption with a padded top. To vault on this you needed to get your hands in the right place. Now it’s called a Vaulting Table, wide enough to do the most complex and difficult vaults.

There were photos of gymnasts and events from the Archive Department, which drew a lot of interest from those present. A video circa 1950s was shown with the gymnasts from that era displaying skills that are recognisable today, with some not so recognisable. The Floor was a strip of canvas mats filled with horsehair. Not the softest landings for the gymnasts of yesteryear. Today it is a 12 m x 12m sprung floor consisting of floor sections butted together and covered by dense foam matting.

GEORGE JONES

Director of Gymnastics

This insight into the heritage of Gymnastics at TSS was an interesting feature of the evening for the boys. Apparatus from the ’50s and ’60s is nothing like the equipment of today. In those days it was Swinging Rings. You could fly like a bird as you released into a back somersault dismount, hoping you had placed the landing mat at the appropriate distance.

Gymnasts train hard, physically and mentally. They are dedicated to their sport and compete with a fierce desire to succeed. The past and the present are joined by these same traits as gymnasts from all eras display these same qualities. Although the years may separate the present from the past, gymnastics will always hold a special place in the sporting history of TSS.

High Bars were inflexible, solid metal bars with no give or bend. Not like the bars of today, with their high-tensile steel and the ability to bend as you release into that important dismount.

GPS CHAMPIONSHIPS

Parallel Bars had wooden rails. Unforgiving if you managed to get things wrong.

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The GPS Gymnastics Championships were once again held in the Centenary Centre. This is an excellent venue for Gymnastics with the crowds close to the action, ready to give vocal support to their respective schools.


Gymnastics Division 3

Division 1

The day started with the Division 3 teams, two teams represented the School – the A and B team. This is the first time there has been two teams in the division. The A Team was: Andre Foster, Oscar Churchill, Joel Gray, Kiamana Barry, Tyler Vandenberg and Jesse Meo.

In the premier Session of the day the Senior Team took to the floor in front of an enthusiastic crowd. The team was: Christian Behn-Katz, David Makaryan (Co-Captains of Gymnastics), Finlay Kroon, Taylor Moss, Kiarn Barry, Couper Baskus, Cameron Scott and Cy Dacey.

The B Team comprised of Jake Scott, Saxon Thomas, Lachlan Free and Harrison Tzannes.

This was always going to be tight competition between TSS and BGS. Both teams included Gymnasts who were selected to represent Australia in Austria in two weeks, as well as seasoned campaigners who had achieved State Representation. The competition ebbed and flowed throughout, with BGS finishing on top and TSS 2nd. Finlay Kroon competed an outstanding performance finishing second in the individual rankings JIM YOUNG TROPHY

The overall points for the trophy are decided by the aggregate points over the three divisions. TSS finished second to BGS with a consistent performances from all teams throughout the Championships. Both teams showed tremendous improvement over the year and were very competitive. However, BGS won on the day. Kaimana Barry gave an outstanding display of allround gymnastics, finishing second overall in the individual rankings.

Division 2

RECREATION GYMNASTICS

Once again, Recreation Gymnastics enjoyed a busy year. A record number of enrolments from the Prep School and Year 7 boys ensured the Gymnastics Centre was full to capacity. The program taught the boys gymnastics skills and routines.

This was a tough competition, competing against a very strong BGS team. The team was Cody Corbett, Tom Meo, JI Rogelja, Ryven Ewing, Josh Agnew and Cody Wood. The boys battled all the way trying to drag out that little bit extra to get ahead. However, it was BGS who took out Division 2 with TSS a gallant second. The outstanding performance from the team was Cody Corbett, who was second overall, and completed a fantastic Vault with only 00.10 deductions out of 10.00.

The boys competed in a fun competition on the day prior to the GPS Championships. This was the first competition for many of the boys. They competed with skill and enthusiasm with good-quality gymnastics.

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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

Congratulations to the following:

Finlay Kroon 1st overall Level 9 under, 1st on Pommel Horse, Rings, 2nd Parallel Bars, 3rd High Bar Queensland State Championships. Queensland Team to compete at the National Championships. Australian Team, to compete in the Futures Youth Cup, Austria.

Christian Behn-Katz Level 8, 1st Vault, Queensland State Championships. Queensland Team to compete at the National Championships The results were:

Gym Fun 1st...................................................................................... Peter Sa 2nd.................................................................................Charlie Ell 3rd................................................................................ Raury Wan

Gym Skills

David Makaryan Level 7, 1st on Rings, Queensland State Championships.

Cody Corbett Level 5, 1st on Rings, Queensland Junior State Championships. Gold Coast Team, to compete in the Regional Challenge Championships.

1st......................................................................... Dominic Burns 2nd.......................................... Etienne Chabert, Tommy Skubris 3rd...............................................................................Jack Bender

Junior 1st........................................................................... Heanen Smith 2nd.................................................................................Willie Nye 3rd.....................................................................Matthew Fletcher

Senior Development 1st ........................................................................Nicholis Brown 2nd............................................................................ Tim Jacobsen 3rd...........................................................................Saxon Gemeri We look forward to another successful year in 2016. Although Gymnastics is an individual sport, the club over the years has developed a culture of ‘Family’. The boys train hard together, support each other and enjoy one another’s company. This is developed through a dedicated team of coaches and the leadership of the Gymnastics Captains for 2015, Christian Behn-Katz and David Makaryan. To all our leadership groups a thank you from the boys. May we all enjoy the next 100 years.

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“My life flows on in endless song, How can I keep from singing? No storm can shake my inmost calm, How can I keep from singing?” Greg Gilpin

Band Awards.................. Riley Collier and Mitcham Kanneman Orchestra Awards.............. Victor Wu and James Gilmour Piano Award..................... Ryan Kennedy

THE YEAR THAT WAS 2015

TRISHA MATTHIAS

Prep Music Master

Reflecting on 2015 there is one element that truly stands out to me and that is how wonderfully the boys at our school sing! There have been so many times this year where music and singing have added that special touch to an occasion, brought pleasure to all who hear and brought true my dream to have a “singing school”. To sit at a Chapel service or Assembly and hear the boys truly singing from the heart from Reception through to Year 6 is inspiring!

Woodwind Award................ Riley Collier String Award............................. Victor Wu Brass Award...................... Ryan Kennedy Percussion Award....................Jordan Yoo GOONDIWINDI MUSIC TOUR

Prep Music has not undertaken a domestic tour since 2009! In 2015, 46 boys and staff travelled to Goondiwindi to present some music performances and to be billeted with families of the region and experience country life!

MUSIC CAPTAINS 2015

Congratulations and thanks to the Music Captains for 2015. They have led by example and been wonderful role models for boys in ensembles and in the music community at school. • Riley Collier • James Gilmour • Ryan Kennedy

Highlights of the Tour • A visit to a cotton farm and gin • Tour of Myola, a working cattle feed lot of over 18,000 head of cattle • A visit to the Gunsynd Museum and Customs House • A community concert in the Botanical Gardens • A concert at Kaloma Aged Care Facility • Participating in the Holy Trinity Anglican Church Service • Meeting former Shepherd House Captain from 1944 Mr Gavin Lahey • Meeting former Shepherd Old Boy, Father Tom Hall

MUSIC AWARDS

Congratulations are extended to the music awardees of 2015. Their commitment, hard work and dedication to music at the Prep School has been greatly appreciated. Elsie Rowney Memorial Award .......................................... Ryan Kennedy The Arshar Nelson Award for Musicien Complet ............................................. Riley Collier Choir Awards....................Louis Chabert, Callum Whitton and Herschel Aloysius

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A huge thanks must go to the wonderful families who took boys into their homes and allowed them farm experiences they could have only dreamt of. This was a truly successful and memorable tour.


Music Victor Wu Another outstanding young performer at Prep is Victor Wu. Victor starting learning violin at age five and has is currently preparing to sit his Grade 6 Examination, a wonderful achievement. Victor also took up the challenge of learning flute as part of the Band Program and has continued to play this instrument alongside the violin. Victor has studied piano externally as well as composition and theory. He is an outstanding young performer who has contributed much to the music program at the Prep School.

OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENTS

Ryan Kennedy Ryan joined the Prep School in 2009 and from that time has immersed himself in the music program. From singing in choirs, playing in bands and participating in small ensembles, Ryan has proved himself to be a fine young musician. His achievements include Honours in his AMEB Grade 5 Piano, Honours AMEB Grade 4 French Horn after only 12 months’ tuition, Distinction Trinity College Orchestral Percussion Grade 3, High Distinction AMEB Grade 1 Theory and Merit Grade 3 Drumkit Rock School. It is clear why Ryan is a worthy recipient of the Elsie Rowney Memorial Shield. Congratulations to him on his wonderful achievements at Prep.

HOUSE MUSIC

I think this competition becomes more competitive each year and the standard just gets higher and higher. Houses were very keen and performed so well to try and knock Shepherd off the winning podium, but once again Shepherd were victorious. Mr Rowe and the green machine were successful with their heart-warming rendition of “I Still Call Australia Home” and the set piece “Upside Down”. Congratulations once again to Shepherd House.

Riley Collier Another enthusiastic and committed young musician is Riley Collier. Riley also started at Prep in 2009 and during that time has sung in the choir, learnt cello through the String Program in Year 3, learnt Clarinet through the Band Program being then in Year 5 and committed to his studies in these instruments successfully completed examinations in both instruments. Riley has also studied piano and theory outside of TSS and plays with the Gold Coast Youth Orchestra. A busy young man, but one who has been committed to supporting the TSS Music Program and its Choirs and Ensembles.

EISTEDDFOD

Participating in the Gold Coast Eisteddfod is always a mammoth undertaking, but one that affords our boys the opportunity not only to perform, but to hear other schools perform. It was a successful year for TSS Prep and I

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congratulate the staff and students involved in all ensembles. Results in 2015 were –

the boys at Prep and the music program and wish them every success in their new ventures.

Cremona Strings (A Grade)........................................... 1st Place

• Roberta Bowen (9 years piano teaching at TSS)

Kreisler Strings (B Grade)............................................. 2 Place

• Tara Jurekic (5 years piano teaching at TSS)

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Paganini Strings (Novice)...............................................3rd Place Percussion Ensemble..................................................... 2nd Place Year 4 Band (Novice Section)...................................... Honours Years 5 and 6 Band (B Grade)...................................... Honours Brute Flutes................................................................... Honours Year 2 Choir..................................................................... 1st Place Years 3 and 4 Choir........................................................ 2nd Place Year 3 Choir.....................................................................3rd Place Year 1 Choir....................................... Very Highly Commended Cremona Strings were also awarded the Most Outstanding String Orchestra award at the Gold Coast Eisteddfod this year. This is an wonderful result and is a glowing endorsement of the school’s string program. We have an outstanding team of string teachers at TSS Preparatory and they have managed to really enthuse and inspire the strings players. SPECIAL PERFORMANCES AND EVENTS

The school often receives invitations for music groups to perform at events. This year the boys have performed not only at special events outside of Prep, but also within the school community. Highlights have included – • Singing at the TSS Old Old Boys Service in St Alban’s Chapel • Business Breakfast at the Convention Centre with guest speaker the then Prime Minister Tony Abbott • Mother’s Day Morning Tea at the Marriott • Through Musica Viva we welcomed three ensembles to present performances for various age groups – Datiwuy Dreaming with a presentation of Indigenous music and its meaning; Taranga with a presentation of African music; and Best of Brass demonstrating the versatility of the Brass family to our boys. • Special performances at shopping centres and aged care facilities • Our own concert program, which includes over 16 performances • GPS Music Day of Excellence FAREWELL

Sadly we farewell a number of Music staff in 2015. I extend my very warmest thanks to them for their commitment to

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• Jenny Marshall (1 year teaching strings at TSS) To all staff, families and friends I extend my deepest appreciation and thanks for your support of the Prep Music Program. It is only a success because you are all willing to be part of it and support the boys in the program.


Music YEARS 3 AND 4 CHOIR SEATED ROW:

I. WAN, P. MCNAB, C. STONE, T. STUCKEY, C. MURAKAMI, J. RYAN, F. REICHMAN, D. MATHESON, C. MILLIGAN, E. FABER, M. FLETCHER, L. REINHOLD

SECOND ROW: M. BIALOCERKOWSKI, E. KELLY, C. HUTCHISON, T. ROSSITER, T. GOFFSASSEN, N. PIERRON, S. STURGESS, J. ATKINSON, B. WELLARD, J. GENNARI, T. MULLINS THIRD ROW:

D. CHEN, O. JACKSON, C. O’CONNOR, J. TEE, T. MCCLINTOCK, A. THOMSON, B. BRINSMEAD, D. ALOYSIUS, A. ROBINSON, J. RAY, E. CHABERT

ABSENT:

M. FISHER, F. GOSS, B. HAYES, B. KOWALCZUK, N. MAHONY, A. MCMATH, W. SPEERING, S. STREET

TEACHERS:

MS J. STRETEN, MS T. MATTHIAS

YEARS 5 AND 6 CHOIR SEATED ROW:

M. OTTO, A. CHANDLER, S. WOLFENDEN, W. MARSHALL, M. KANNEMANN, B. BENNETT, T. MURDOCH, F. CORSER, L. FREE, S. GEMERI, J. MCQUILLAN, A. VAHIDY, V. STERGIOU, L. HARDY

SECOND ROW: C. CHANDLER, G. BURDON, H. ALOYSIUS, Z. CRAIN, A. SKAWINSKI, J. BULAT, L. CHABERT, R. COLLIER, M. SONG, C. SULLIVAN, T. QUINN, J. BOYLE THIRD ROW:

R. KENNEDY, C. AMOS, C. CARTISANO, E. KAY, L. O’CONNOR, S. FERRIS-NATHAN, J. RYAN, M. BRANCH, R. STUCKEY, J. MCAULEY, L. LANE, R. WINSON, S. THOMAS

FOURTH ROW: C. WOOD, C. VEIVERS, W. JACKSON, H. O’CONNOR, H. STAPLETON, D. SELBY, J. GILMOUR, C. WHITTON, Y. WHALA, D. LEHNDORF, Z. HOWARD ABSENT:

J. BOLTON, J. FABER, T. HANCOCK, L. MAIR, V. WU

TEACHERS:

MS J. STRETEN, MS T. MATTHIAS

YEARS 5 AND 6 BAND SEATED ROW:

L. HARDY, M. OTTO, J. MORRIS, M. KANNEMANN, L. LANE, J. HARDY, R. KENNEDY, T. MURDOCH, C. AMOS, V. STERGIOU, J. STUART

SECOND ROW: F. ALLMAN, Z. HOWARD, J. KAFRITSAS, E. DONNELLY, G. COLLINS, M. BEXTON, J. LEE, R. STUCKEY, C. VEIVERS, S. HAMADI THIRD ROW:

L. WHELAN, D. TYLER-BATTAGLIA, S. FERRIS-NATHAN, B. CAMPBELL, L. ROSS, J. YOO, C. VIVLIOS, A. SKAWINSKI, R. WINSON

ABSENT:

G. BURDON, O. DURHAM, J. FABER, W. MARSHALL, D. NEAL, Z. NEWMAN

TEACHER:

MR M. BUCKLEY

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CAMERATA SINGERS SEATED ROW:

C. MILLIGAN, M. CARR, T. MULLINS, W. MARSHALL, Z. BATTOCCHIO, H. ALOYSIUS, C. HUTCHISON, V. STERGIOU, J. RYAN, C. MURAKAMI, L. REINHOLD

SECOND ROW: L. LANE, Z. HOWARD, D. LEHNDORF, L. O’CONNOR, S. FERRIS-NATHAN, C. WHITTON, R. STUCKEY, D. ALOYSIUS, T. ROSSITER, C. AMOS THIRD ROW:

R. KENNEDY, S. STURGESS, J. MCAULEY, H. STAPLETON, J. GILMOUR, J. RYAN, B. BRINSMEAD, T. MCCLINTOCK, A. ROBINSON, R. WINSON

ABSENT:

J. BOLTON, T. HANCOCK, A. MCMATH

TEACHERS:

MS J. STRETEN, MS T. MATTHIAS

PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE SEATED ROW:

M. OTTO, T. MURDOCH, D. TYLERBATTAGLIA, A. WIESE, R. KENNEDY, J. STUART

SECOND ROW: Z. HOWARD, J. YOO, B. CAMPBELL, C. VIVLIOS, L. LANE TEACHER:

MRS T. JAMES

CREMONA STRINGS SEATED ROW:

J. GAN, Z. BATTOCCHIO, R. COLLIER, H. ALOYSIUS, D. LEHNDORF, T. YOON, M. CARR

SECOND ROW: L. O’CONNOR, L. CHABERT, A. WEI, J. GILMOUR, J. BULAT, M. SONG

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ABSENT:

C. FITZPATRICK, R. NORTON, A. WIESE, V. WU

TEACHER:

MR N. STEFAN


Music KREISLER STRINGS SEATED ROW:

C. MURAKAMI, C. ILLES, B. STROEBEL, M. BIALOCERKOWSKI, A. VAHIDY, S. HAMADI, W. CONDON, J. WESTMACOTT

SECOND ROW: A. HILL, C. SULLIVAN, Y. WHALA, A. THOMSON, T. MCCLINTOCK, A. O’KEEFE, O. JACKSON THIRD ROW:

T. ROSSITER, D. ALOYSIUS, W. THILWIND, J. BOLTON, J. BULAT, T. QUINN, E. CHABERT

ABSENT:

T. KENNEDY, A. MCMATH, B. PARKER, S. RICHARDS, J. SA, H. TOMBS, D. YOUNG, H. ZDANOWICZ

TEACHERS:

MR N. STEFAN, MS J. STRETEN (ABSENT)

PAGANINI STRINGS SEATED ROW:

I. WAN, B. RYAN, W. MCDOUGALL, H. SHEEHAN, W. NYE, K. GRASSICK, S. STEEL

SECOND ROW: M. CARR, J. KHALIL, L. KENNEDY, N. BEYERS, J. RIGAS, A. JAMES

CLARINUTS L TO R:

R. COLLIER, S. FERRIS-NATHAN, L. ROSS, M. BEXTON, R. STUCKEY, E. STANICH

TEACHER:

MRS N. MCALLISTER (ABSENT)

THIRD ROW:

W. POOLE, R. SLY, C. O’CONNOR, F. REICHMAN, C. CHABERT, N. HILL

ABSENT:

R. CLINTON, T. FARAGALLAH, J. GILBERTSON, A. GLADYSHEV, N. HAYES, S. HIRABE, H. ILLES, T. KELLY, C. PHILLIPS, G. POOLE, T. SKUBRIS, J. SULLIVAN, C. WOOD

TEACHER:

MS D. BATTOCCHIO

BRUTE FLUTES L TO R:

C. AMOS, Z. NEWMAN, V. STERGIOU

ABSENT:

O. DURHAM, J. FABER, V. WU

TEACHER:

MRS N. MCALISTER (ABSENT)

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“Creativity is allowing yourself to make mistakes. Art is knowing which ones to keep.” This well-known quote by the American cartoonist and satirist Scott Adams is perhaps my favourite as it sums up in a nutshell what is to be a musician crafting this beautiful language of sound. Every day the TSS musicians are encouraged to act on this quote by ‘getting out of their comfort zone’, ‘sticking at their craft’, ‘learning to lead’, ‘learning to be bold’, ‘being creative’, ‘learning from experience’ and ‘thinking of different ways to solve a problem’. These of course are familiar Habits of Mind for successful people formulated by Art Costa. ROB COOKE

Director of Music

The following report is testament to the artistic challenges and successes of the young musicians of TSS and their realisation of the Scott Adams quote. 2015 will be noted as the Year of the Guys and Dolls musical where over 200 hours of preparation by 28 dedicated performers produced a wonderful four nights of Broadway escapism. The colour, dancing, singing and fine acting was superb and certainly challenged our performers, many of whom had never been on stage before. The result was stunning, and judging by the audience reaction and the joy expressed on their faces, I think we can safely conclude it was a huge success. Of course this doesn’t happen by chance and I would like to thank the production team of Corinne Russell – Director, Rachael Fennell – Musical Director, Annalie Gilmartin – Choreographer, Adam Hellier – Accent Coach Mitch Buckley – Orchestral Coach and Pit Orchestra Musician, Sarka BudinskaAccompanist/Pit Orchestra Musician, Noelle McAllister and Nick Burrell – Pit Orchestra Musicians. Besides the very busy schedule of the musical, 298

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the musicians also managed to keep the main core ensembles working and incredibly produced a concert in the middle of Term One. Term Two really started to ramp things up with intensive rehearsals for the musical, the annual GPS Concert held at QPAC, instrumental soiree concerts, the HJ King music scholars concert, a string workshop with the Australian Chamber Orchestra and a performance to mark the dedication of the Church window at St Mark’s Church, Clayfield. The last two events noted here were very special. It is not often our String musicians get an opportunity work with such world-class musicians such as those found in the ACO. This certainly was a unique experience and one that provided many benefits to our string players. St Mark’s Anglican Church in Clayfield has restored their stained-glass window, which depicts a fallen soldier at the foot of the Cross. The soldier was in fact a TSS Old Boy; Lt. John (Jack) Treverne Hockin, who died in the first charge at the Battle of Pozieres on 29 July 1916 aged 33 years, so it was great privilege for our choir to perform in their thanksgiving service.

Term Three is as always extremely busy and featured the annual music camp held at Tyalgum Ridge, the Gala Concert and Eisteddfod performances. All our ensembles performed most admirably and represented the school with pride in the Eisteddfod. Some performances of note was the first place given to the ‘Acafellas’ vocal group in the Australian Music section and a second place in the inaugural Premier Division. The Drumline also did very well this year gaining first place in the percussion section. One other event of note was the State Honours Ensemble program (SHEP) held at the end of Term Three by the Queensland Conservatorium.


Music ‘SHEP’ is designed to offer Queensland’s best school musicians a challenging ensemble program working with international and national conductors over four intensive days of rehearsal, culminating in a series of concerts. This year, nine TSS musicians were successful in gaining a place.

However, the highlight of the term was the work 22 dedicated musicians did during IDEALS Week. This indeed demonstrated the capacity for music to make poignant connections with people who may not be so fortunate. For four days the boys visited special needs schools and retirement villages where they were rewarded with many smiles and hugs from a very appreciative audience. I think I can speak for all the staff when I say we were immensely proud of the way the boys conducted themselves during this week again, being right out of their comfort zone and rising to special challenges.

Dancing with the Cars. The huge street party audience just got bigger and bigger as the boys played on and provided a fitting finale to the Big Band year. The awards concert celebrating the achievements of our Year 12s soon followed. Always a sad and happy affair, the concert was a great way to farewell our graduating musicians. The Acafellas rounded off the year with a beautiful one-hour choral recital that blended not only their voices well, but also ‘young’ Old Boys from last year. This is something that the TSS musicians are especially proud of. Once again this very busy year has rushed by very quickly, but it is so full of wonderful memories. I would like to thank most sincerely all the boys who contribute to TSS music. Their joy and enthusiasm for music-making is great testimony to the fabulously dedicated staff I have the honour of working with. I would like to thank my team for their support and superb work. You embody the philosophy of the ‘TSS musical family’. Thank you to the Friends of Music who continue to support TSS Music in so many ways. Nothing is ever too hard for his group and they remain the ‘engine room’ of our concerts. I wish everyone a restful summer break where I hope there will be much music-making and joy. We look forward to more creativity and artistic pursuit in 2016. MUSIC CAPTAIN REPORT – CHRISTIAN BEHN-KATZ

As the end of the year draws to a close I have the honour of presenting this year’s Music Captain’s report. This year has been an extremely busy one with teachers, students and parents all contributing to the smooth running of such an important part of our prestigious school. This year I was assisted not only by Vice-Captain Cameron Simpson, but our tremendously strong team of Year 12 musicians who helped to maintain the overall synergy of the department. As a group we consciously set out to mentor the younger music students, helping them to grow musically and trying to maintain The Southport School’s wonderful tradition of older students giving back to the younger members of our community.

Term Four was quite aptly nicknamed ‘October (music) fest’. The music staff concert was on in week two due to the musical being held in Term Two and as a consequence the audience was slightly smaller but full of marvellous enthusiasm. The boys were also busy preparing for the wonderful Big Band lunch held this year at the Southport Golf Club. The audience was entertained by two sets of great big band music featuring the dulcet tones of our own Harry Connick Jnr aka Christian Behn-Katz singing It had to be You and Frank Sinatra aka Trent Sinclair singing the immortal New York New York. After the success of this event, the band was playing two days later at the Tedder Avenue street party

It’s incredibly clear through talking to staff, to parents and local community members that while the TSS Music is highly regarded, the music department itself is getting older, creaking, and although it still works fine, it does need a little help from time to time, Oh! Sorry, I mean our beloved Director of Music, Mr Rob Cooke. I was introduced to music in the Prep School some 12 years ago by the wonderful Trish Matthias and entered the Senior music family in 2011, initially being guided by the extraordinary Paul Jarman and his impromptu “class excursions” to the chapel just to play the bongos. As a prepubescent lad, with an unbroken voice, I entered the choir as a tenor 1 and, five years later I’m still pleading with Mrs Fennell to move me to a lower section.

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Little did I know that playing music would allow me to make so many friends, learn so much about myself and involve such an amazing degree of camaraderie. Now, as a graduating musician, it is certainly pleasing to see the enthusiasm and dedication the younger boys are displaying towards their music-making as they continue to carry the baton forward. This was exemplified just last term when a group of musicians spanning from Years 8 to 12 came together in Services Week and played music to residents in aged care homes and to young students at our local special needs school. As music is a language that transcends traditional barriers such as age and disability, we felt we were really able to make a small difference to those people’s lives. The thanks, smiles and hugs from those we played for definitely made my year.

This was certainly true throughout the Annual Music Camp held at Tyalgum Ridge Retreat. Members of the Senior Concert Band, the Big Band and Wieniawski Stings attended the three-day camp, which consisted of intense rehearsals sessions, a number of other activities, delicious meals and, of course, the infamous touch footy competition, which every year sparks feuds, banter and the question in everyone’s mind, if Yash Boolah knows what sport he is actually refereeing. It’s now obvious that Yash Boolah is almost a living avatar of Craig Joubert, the Ref in Sunday’s Wallabies v Scotland match. At least, unlike Yash, Joubert’s questionable decisions went the right way! Throughout the years the absence of distraction and the focus that this camp brings has been a key contributor to helping many of us improve how we play our instruments and I know, for sure, that the departing Year 12s will miss it enormously. The Gold Coast Eisteddfod is our equivalent of a big GPS fixture with music students putting in hour after hour of rehearsal time to show other surrounding schools why TSS Music is the best. All of the performers, ranging from our 60 strong male choir, to the Big Band to the smaller string and brass ensembles all contributed amazing performances. I have to mention the success of our audition choir, the Acafellas, placing first in the Australian Composition section and second in the inaugural Premier category, which was in recognition of the late Mr. Harley Mead, who many of us knew.

Music is an extremely powerful tool and I will continue to play and sing no matter where I may end up. Playing an instrument is a special skill that one can carry through a lifetime, so I say to the younger boys in our TSS music program; please stick at it and persevere; to the parents of those boys; every squeak, blow-out, broken reed and wrong note is worth it; be patient and be supportive and know that enjoyment and satisfaction gained and the perseverance taught will stand your son in good stead throughout his life. If there was a single theme that I tried to bring to my Captaincy, it was to try and ensure that we embraced our younger musicians. The Music block epitomises the strong link between young and older, with all of us sharing one thing, the love of music and performing it. These placings were well deserved and reflective of the boys going the extra yard. The TSS Drumline cannot go without mention as they provide the backbone to a lot of significant school events and their iconic drum rhythm is recognised by every student throughout the school. This is no doubt why they dominated their section at the Gold Coast Eisteddfod, taking out first place. On behalf of the graduating musicians, the Valedictorians of 2015, I’d like to thank all the parents for their unwavering support. Without your help pulling us boys out of bed in time for 7am rehearsals we wouldn’t have the fine bands,

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Music ensembles and choirs that we’re enjoying tonight. A big thank you to the ever supportive Friends of Music who, without their organisational skills, Cake Stalls and, more importantly, RSA Certificates, the Music Department would miss receiving some valuable funding.

To Mrs Kinkead, “the Corridor Guardian”; your excellence in the fine art of quietly keeping the department running smoothly is to be admired. Without your insanely proficient filing and keeping tabs on all students, I’m sure that Mr Cooke wouldn’t have any hair left.

Every day spent around the staff, students and instruments has shaped us, the Valedictorians, into well-groomed young men that will forever support this department in its future endeavours. The love of music and loyalty of the school’s Music staff was epitomised by the large number of Old Boys that attended the annual Big Band Lunch. I am honoured to have served my term as Captain of such a superb part of the school and I am forever thankful for the experience gained and the memories that will remain with me.

To the teachers and staff who work with us all day, every day in the Music block; thank you for your invaluable assistance and service to the school. Your careful guidance has allowed us to learn and to (almost) master our instruments, and more importantly, the genuine care and concern you show for our wellbeing rubs off on us all. The hours all of you put in certainly pays off, and I personally thank all of you for your kindness, enthusiasm and dedication.

Whether it was Mrs Fennell’s funky choir warm-ups on an early Thursday morning, Mr Buckley’s nonstop reminder to subdivide everything, or Mr Cooke’s terrible jokes that get exponentially worse through the school year, my time essentially living at the Music block has been enjoyable, fulfilling and well spent and I wouldn’t trade that opportunity for anything.

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SENIOR CONCERT BAND SEATED ROW:

W. LAYT, C. CORBETT, J. CHIU, C. BEHN-KATZ, C. SIMPSON, G. NIELD, C. GRAY

SECOND ROW: F. CHEN, O. SNOW, E. VAN DER VEGT, J. VAN HERWAARDE, B. KIM, J. ROGELJA, O. HALL, T. MEO, J. PILKINGTON THIRD ROW:

T. SINCLAIR, F. MARONEY-VITA, F. FOULDS-COOK, R. HAGBECK, E. SHIELDS, D. FLYNN, Y. BHOOLA, L. WOODMAN, MR M. BUCKLEY

FOURTH ROW: S. MORROW, A. NELSON, S. SANDEMAN, M. GRANT, G. LYHNE, T. ROSS, J. JOHNSON, J. RUTHERFORD, H. WHEATON

SENIOR CHOIR FIRST ROW:

R. GREEN, S. WARD, C. CORBETT, E. CHEN, W. LAYT, C. SELBY, N. PURZA-PAGE, G. GIBSON, S. LEE, M. FUHRMANN

SECOND ROW: C. ROBERTS, J. SMITH, C. SIMPSON, J. DAVID, F. CHEN, K. NEWITT, E. VAN DER VEGT, M. MURRAY, H. CHEN, K. JO, D. BURTON, J. FUHRMANN THIRD ROW:

S. MCMATH, S. JO, T. FUHRMANN, C. BEHN-KATZ, H. DEVANTIER, O. MORRIS, F. MARONEY-VITA, T. MEO, L. WOODMAN, T. SINCLAIR, T. REDLER, J. SHIN

FOURTH ROW: O. HALL, H. MORRIS, R. SHIM, E. SHIELDS, A. NELSON, J. RUTHERFORD, J. LAYT, S. SANDEMAN, C. PILCHER, H. WHEATON, J. HUTCHISON-STRACHAN, D. LEON

GRAINGER ENSEMBLE SEATED ROW:

J. BOX, S. WARD, R. COLLIER, E. HILLMAN, H. BENNETT

SECOND ROW: M. HATELY, A. BETTLES, C. GOH, J. BROWN, C. LOCKETT, T. WRIGHT, G. NAYLOR, THIRD ROW:

O. WEATHERSEED, D. BURTON, H. KNUDSEN, C. CAMPBELL, D. LEVANDAKIS, B. VIVLIOS, MR M. BUCKLEY

FOURTH ROW: J. HUTCHISON-STRACHEN, M COSSILL, S. WOOD, B. LONG, A. MARKOVSKI, K. NEWITT

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BIG BAND SEATED ROW:

C. CORBETT, C. SIMPSON, L. WOODMAN, G. NIELD,

SECOND ROW: R. SMITH, F. MARONEY-VITA, C. GRIMES, Y. HAN, D. LEON, O. HALL, MR R. COOKE THIRD ROW:

S. MORROW, J. JOHNSON, B. PAXTON-HALL, G. LYHNE, S. SANDEMAN, J. RUTHERFORD, H. WHEATON

SEATED ROW:

J. PILKINGTON, C. BEHN-KATZ, G. NIELD

BIG BAND 2 SEATED ROW: F. FOULDS-COOK, C. BEHN-KATZ, O. WEATHERSEED, C. CAMPBELL SECOND ROW: S. WOOD, R. HAGBECK, M. GRANT, A. NELSON, B. LONG, MR. R. COOKE

BRASS ENSEMBLE

PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE L TO R:

C. ROBERTS, S. WARD, D. BURTON, J. BOX, E. HILLMAN

SECOND ROW: L. WOODMAN, H. WHEATON, J. RUTHERFORD, S. MORROW, J. VAN HERWAARDE, MR M. BUCKLEY

DRUMLINE SEATED ROW:

W. LAYT, E. VAN DER VEGT, G. LYHNE, D. BURTON, E. HILLMAN

MUSIC CAPTAINS L TO R:

C. BEHN-KATZ (MUSIC CAPTAIN), C. SIMPSON (VICE-CAPTAIN)

SECOND ROW: J. NEGRINE, M. GRANT, H. KADDATZ, J. WOODHOUSE

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SENIOR STRING ORCHESTRA SEATED ROW:

T. FUJII, E. CHEN, S. MCMATH, T. EDMUNDS, J. HARDY

SECOND ROW: K. KANEMURA, K. JO, H. CHEN, J. SHIN, S. JO, Z. ROSSITER, MR. N. STEFAN THIRD ROW:

ACAFELLAS FIRST ROW:

C. CORBETT, C. SIMPSON, T. MEO, C. BEHN-KATZ, K. JO, J. FUHRMANN

SECOND ROW: T. SINCLAIR, L. WOODMAN, J. LAYT, S. SANDEMAN, R. SHIM, T. REDLER

D. LEON, R. MCCULLOUGH, C. PILCHER, C. NICHOLSON, V. NEDUNCHEZHIAN, D. LIU

CADET BAND SEATED ROW:

C. CORBETT, J. PILKINGTON, C. BEHN-KATZ, G. NIELD, J. CHIU

SECOND ROW: Y. BHOOLA, L. WOODMAN, H. WHEATON, J. RUTHERFORD, S. MORROW, J. VAN HERWAARDE, MR M. BUCKLEY

From 2014 8

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Corbett

Rockschool Grade 1 Drum Kit – Merit

7

E

Hillman

Rockschool Grade 4 Drum Kit – Distinction

8

J

Shin

AMEB Piano Grade 6 – Honours

8

J

Shin

AMEB Theory of Music Grade 3 – Honours

9

D

Leon

AMEB Piano for Leisure Grade 8 – High Distinction

12

B

Van der vegt

Trinity College London ATCL Public Speaking Level 4 Diploma

12

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Nedunchezhian

Trinity College London ATCL Public Speaking Level 4 Diploma – Distinction

12

CR

Martin

Trinity College London ATCL Public Speaking Level 4 Diploma

12

E

Hinckesman

Trinity College London ATCL Public Speaking Level 4 Diploma – Distinction

12

A

Furney

Trinity College London ATCL Speech and Drama Level 4 Diploma – Performing

9

MC

Mackenzie

AMEB Cello Preliminary – Credit

7

J

Hardy

AMEB Piano Grade 2 – Credit

8

J

Hutchison-Strachan

AMEB Saxophone Grade 3 – Pass

7

S

Lee

AMEB Saxophone Grade 4 – Pass

2015

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N

Tse

Trinity College London Drum Kit Grade 1 – Distinction

12

Y

Han

AMEB Piano Certificate of Performance – Honours

8

M

Cossill

AMEB Trumpet Grade 2 – Pass

10

F

Foulds-Cook

AMEB Trumpet Grade 5 – Credit

7

S

Ledingham

AMEB Trumpet Grade 2 – Credit

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Naylor

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Nield

AMEB Saxophone Sixth Grade – Credit

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Layt

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Lockett

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Knudsen

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Menon

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Ware

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Buckley

AMEB Piano for Leisure Grade 2 – Honours

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Potter

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Shin

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Meo

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Fuhrmann

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Oxley

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Lyhne

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Klementsen

Trinity College London Drum Kit Advanced Certificate

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Morton

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Read

Trinity College London Communication Skills Grade 6 – Distinction

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Denniston

Trinity College London Communication Skills Grade 6 – Distinction

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Green

Trinity College London Communication Skills Grade 6 – Distinction

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Nedunchezhian

Trinity College London Communication Skills Grade 7 – Distinction

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Menon

Trinity College London Communication Skills Grade 7 – Merit

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Brown

Trinity College London Communication Skills Grade 7 – Distinction

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Fuhrmann

Trinity College London Communication Skills Grade 4 – Distinction

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Gangasandra

Trinity College London Speech and Drama Grade 3 – Merit

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Schlaphoff

Trinity College London Speech and Drama Grade 3 – Merit

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Goddard

Trinity College London Speech and Drama Grade 3 – Merit

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Stevens

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Dwyer

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“The happiest people are not the ones who have the most, but the ones who are most happy with what they have got…”

there, so we arranged for loads of fill to help with the drainage issues. We didn’t have the money to lay the turf to turn it into a real football field so we set that as a priority. During our annual ‘Crazy Hat Day’, a fundraiser for Epilepsy Queensland, in memory of our beloved Father Phil, we had a visit from Dr Soheil Abedian, founder of the Sunland Group. Mr Abedian was at the Prep School to talk to Year Six and share his story as a migrant to Australia. While he was there he noticed all the colourful and creative hats and asked a Year Six student what it was all about. The student he asked was Jake Scott, Chairperson of Prep Round Square, so Jake filled him in about what Round Square is and what we have achieved in Cambodia. When Mr Abedian heard about the unfinished playing field he offered the $5,000 to get it completed. Fantastic!

JULIE WATTS

Prep Round Square Coordinator

HUGO MAYSON – CAPTAIN OF ROUND SQUARE, AND JAKE SCOTT – CHAIRPERSON OF PREP ROUND SQUARE

The winner of the Year 6 Public Speaking Competition finished his speech with this quote and it keeps ringing in my head. It is easy to become complacent about what we have in our lives, both our material wealth and our emotional and physical wellbeing. For those of us fortunate enough to have enough food and shelter, lucky enough to live in a country without war and persecution we can lose touch with the everyday challenges of others. A trip to Cambodia is the quickest way to remind ourselves of all that we have and help us gain perspective. Over the 2014 Christmas holidays, Paula Henry (Year 7/Senior School Round Square) and I visited Cambodia again and spent a week at the main organisation we support, Feeding Dreams. Australian Kerry Huntley, the founder of Feeding Dreams, was excited to have just moved into their new site while we were visiting. They had just completed building classrooms and we were happy to be able to supply funding to build our own TSS classroom, and supply all the classrooms with teachers’ desks and fans. We moved our classroom from the old site and it became ‘the stand’ for the football field. The football field was actually just a mud pit when we were 306

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This year we ran a new initiative we called “Charity of Your Choice”. We asked every class to come up with a charity they would like to donate $500 to and then present their charity at


Round Square a Round Square meeting. The committee voted, and this year we chose 4P’s, SAHA – Save a Horse Australia, an organisation that tries to rehouse horses that were headed for the abattoir. This is a fantastic organisation that gets horses back into good health and then finds foster families for them.

Thank you too, to Sharon Joss and Fergus Trevethan for taking a group of boys to the Regional Round Square Conference, hosted by Scotch Oakburn, in Tasmania. A great time was had by all, and the group came back inspired to take Prep Round Square in new directions in 2016. Finally, once again, a huge thank you to the Prep community for your enormous support, and for the changes that you make possible in the lives of so many in Cambodia. Many of you give so much and ask for no recognition or acknowledgement. You know who you are, and from the bottom of her heart, Kerry, from Feeding Dreams, and her Cambodian staff and students thank you. You have given them a chance at a better life.

Woolworths Earn and Learn was a success again this year and we will select resources that are suitable for Feeding Dreams. The Year 6 Round Square boys did a fantastic job this year, teaching the class they were responsible for about Cambodia and inspiring the younger boys to help. A special thanks to Jordan Yoo, who made many iMovies to teach the classes about what we do in Cambodia.

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One in … all in This year began with zest and enthusiasm under the leadership of Hugo Mayson. Hugo had been a student delegate on the 2014 Round Square International Conference in India, and he returned with a clear five-year vision to instil new life and enthusiasm for all things Round Square, and to achieve long-term tangible goals.

PAULA HENRY

Senior Round Square Coordinator

The first goal for 2015 was to rebrand our free dress days and this culminated in our current “TWO DOLLAR TUESDAYS”. Our first $2 Tuesday was in Term One, with the goal being to raise awareness of Prostate Cancer. “Prostate cancer was the most commonly diagnosed cancer in Australia in 2011. It is estimated that it will remain the most commonly diagnosed cancer in 2015.” (Cancer Australia 2015.) Students were encouraged to wear blue and we had our traditional sausage sizzle. Our much loved sausage sizzles, which are an integral part of our free dress days, are always well supported. A huge thank you must be given to Ms Dee Williams for her continued organisation of these sausage sizzles.

The annual Clean Up Australia Day was held early in March and students from both Prep and Senior Campuses gave up their time to rid The Spit of rubbish. The involvement of Prep boys was part of this year’s plan to foster stronger connections with our Round Square counterparts in the Prep School. Prep

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Round Square Coordinator Ms Julie Watts enabled this plan by accompanying the Prep Round Square Executive to each and every one of our meetings this year, where they gave a report on their own activities. The Prep boys’ involvement gave added meaning to our School motto: We few, we happy few, we band of brothers.

Term Two’s goal was to fundraise for Rosies Friends on the Street with a $2 Tuesday Wear Red day to be held in mid-May. However, two natural disasters occurred prior to this date and extra fundraisers were quickly put into action to assist those affected by Cyclone Pam in Vanuatu, and the people of Nepal following a devastating earthquake. Donations were collected for the Vanuatu relief, and in keeping with the $2 Dollar Tuesday theme, Round Square had a $5 Dollar Friday for the Nepal appeal. The Rosies Friends on the Street fundraiser, which was instigated by Ms Robyn Gibson, raised funds for people who are marginalised within our community – especially people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.

Shave for a Cure broke the mould this year, with Senior students not only offering to shave their heads to a number two, but also offering to wax their chests. Special thanks to Mr Phil Ward for shaving his mighty moustache, the beauticians from Calmer Therapies for their expert waxing, and Ms Kylie McAuley and Ms Kelly Baker for shaving heads. Shave for a Cure held


Round Square special significance this year with two staff members having being diagnosed with cancer at the start of 2015. Mr Virgoe Buckland (Atkinson Housemaster) took the cause on board and Atkinson House really rose to the occasion. Of the money raised, Atkinson House raised more than half. A hairless Mr Buckland presented our donation to the Leukaemia Foundation, and also gave a heartfelt speech on Assembly about the importance of helping those around us.

never fully understand until you see, hear and talk in person to these uplifting souls. They live their lives from a totally different perspective and it really emphasises the fortune we have to live in Australia, and all the things we take for granted such as food, shelter and education.” (Callum Grimes) The end of 2015 crept up suddenly and the decision was made to make our final $2 Tuesday a fundraiser for Breast Cancer. Boys were asked to wear pink and this was an appropriate bookend to the beginning of the year, where they wore blue. We have concluded with a final fundraiser to donate goods and gifts to Anglicare Australia for their annual Christmas Appeal. Mr Stephen Eardley organised a number of exchanges this year with Gus Connolly going to Glenalmond College, Scotland and Hugh Green travelling to Collingwood School, Canada. In return, we welcomed: Alec Coleman from Collingwood School, Canada; Robert Leader from Glenalmond, Scotland; and Tanmay Nautiyal from Doon School, India. Two exchanges for 2016 have already been confirmed; two of our students will be travelling to Canada and India.

Term Three’s goal was to raise funds for the Centre for Children’s Happiness in Phnom Penh, through the Care for Cambodia fundraiser. This year our School organised a pre-conference tour to Cambodia prior to the Round Square International Conference in Singapore. Student delegates Callum Grimes, Lachlan Myatt, Jacob Paulson, Joel Gray, Michael Scaysbrook and Jack Scaysbrook travelled to Cambodia in September, where they were able to see at a grass roots level what a real difference we can make by giving. In Cambodia they taught English to children at Feeding Dreams. Feeding Dreams is a charity that has been supported by Prep Round Square for a number of years. Our Senior boys were able to teach in a classroom sponsored by our School, teach alongside a Khmer teacher sponsored by our School, play soccer on a soccer field sponsored by our School and even see a grandstand named after our School. Feeding Dreams has also named one of their soccer teams after our School!

Under Hugo’s dynamic leadership, and increased student involvement, Round Square has achieved more than planned this year, epitomising the Round Square motto…‘There’s more in you than you think’. Sincere gratitude must be given to Deputy Headmaster Mr Alan Parsons for his expert guidance. Without his stewardship much of what Round Square has achieved this year would not have been possible. In analogous terms, Hugo steered our Round Square “ship”, but Mr Parsons was the rudder. There is a climate of change for Round Square in 2016, with an Executive Committee being elected, ensuring shared leadership by a democratically elected group. We look forward to Phase Two of the Five Year Plan, and are confident that under the shared leadership of Callum Grimes, Lachlan Myatt and Joel Gray (student delegates at the 2015 Round Square International Conference) that Round Square can continue to underpin all that we do: Together we are one.

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Following on from the 2014 season that saw Mr Bryan Hain – Director of Sport – step in as Acting Director of Rowing, my subsequent appointment in August was designed to be a short-term measure in order to review and give subsequent recommendations for consideration by Mr Hain and Mr Wain about the structure of the TSS Rowing program and to take the appropriate steps towards building success into the future. With those recommendations now in the Director of Sports’ hands, I’m sure the boys, parents, Old Boys and supporters all hope that TSS Rowing can rebuild into the highly successful program both on and off the water we have witnessed in the past.

Highlights included our performances at both the Junior Head of the River and the Annual GPS Head of the River Championships. In terms of a measure of the TSS boys’ achievement, our clear second place in the Old Boys Cup (overall points score with 12 designated crews Years 10-12) is reflective on the boys’ commitment and ability throughout the TSS Shed and for which every one of our boys should be duly proud.

The 2015 TSS Rowing season will be etched in our records as successful for a number of reasons – for almost all our boys. A more transparent and whole of shed philosophy in terms of selection and programming was implemented, attributing to our crews’ impressive results, with the First VIII achieving third place and an overall second in the Old Boys Cup. We also unveiled some of the traditions that had gone missing over the past years, affirmed the School’s rowing pathway, with a number of the boys who had graduated participating in international regattas and representing Australia, with others also being offered entry into Australian and international universities based on their interest and abilities within the sport of rowing.

While results are important, just as vital are the lessons learnt and the legacy that we contribute towards after the last boat leaves the water for the season. With the School developing its course and position on sport on a range of levels, continuity of direction and adapting to change is a natural evolution, especially for a sport that relies extensively if not totally on teamwork and what is best for the crew, not the individual.

BRUCE WRIGHT

Director of Rowing

On reflection, in terms of our third in the O’Connor Cup (First VIII Race), the boys representing the School should also be justifiably proud, as I believe they achieved the best result they physically and emotionally could with the challenges they faced. We also need to acknowledge the efforts of the Nudgee College crew, who were the fittest, and probably most importantly, mentally the strongest schoolboy crew that have competed in the GPS for many years, being undefeated throughout the season and also winning the national title in the Schoolboy Eights Championships.

In covering the highlights, it was certainly a pleasure to see the excitement and enthusiasm of over 200 boys becoming part of a 108-year history of the TSS Rowing Club. For the Years 8 and 9 rowers, a very significant milestone was seeing all the boys flourish in a sculling-based program that provided a more enjoyable and 310

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Rowing rewarding environment for the boys to learn and measure their improvement through competition and racing in training. Having such a successful introduction to rowing for the Year 8 group has provided a platform for the challenges ahead, as we move into more competitive racing in Year 9. The TSS Community will also have to adapt to the changes in priority from the GPS, where Year 8 rowing is becoming a recreational program more than a competitive one. While not all schools actively drive the Years 7-8 program, the evidence of coordinated development programs throughout the year at a number of schools showed a new generation and expectation of commitment and investment in time and resources schools need to consider.

For the Year 9s, the season culminated in the Junior Head of the River and showed the development of depth within one of the more competitive GPS age groups, and I wouldn’t be surprised to see a number of these boys develop into a very competitive group to represent our School over the next few years.

much in a stronger and more intense competitive program, and of course taking ownership and leading the way by example is what we need within the TSS Rowing Club. I am very pleased to see so many of the 2016 squad stepping up and identifying what they believe is best for the program and rowing culture at the School, and in taking on this responsibility, we all look forward to supporting the boys through their development and hope they can achieve the goals they set into the future. Thanks again to the Rowing Support Group (RSG) for offering assistance in key areas of the program and the wonderful, selfless volunteers who offered their time throughout the season around the Shed, Camps and Regattas. Also special and sincere thanks to Daniel Trollope for his support and work assisting the program in addition to the many supportive parents and families who, with simple acts of kindness and words of encouragement, had the most significant effect on everyone trying that much harder for the boys and the School. Finally, this season also offered insight into a key legacy that all sports like to promote in offering a development pathway. Now a successful structure – from rowing beginner to an elite performer – is well and truly in place. From the Learn to Row and Coxswain Identification and Development Program, through to celebrating Cormac Kennedy-Leverett becoming the Australian Schoolboys Singles Champion at the National Titles, held the week after the Head of the River, and most recently having followed and seen George Lethbridge gain selection in the Under 21 Australian Rowing Team. We again congratulate these oarsmen on their achievements.

All the GPS crews showed a great deal of resolve and tenacity at the Head of the River and to have five out of the six eights achieving a podium finish, including three wins (Year 11 2nd and 3rd and Open 2nd Eights) was outstanding. The Year 10 Quads also showed great commitment alongside very fast crews, including Nudgee and Churchie.

For all our TSS Rowers in 2016 we wish you every success, remembering that nothing worthwhile is achieved by short cuts, and no matter what our individual goals and expectations may be, it is what is best for the crew, Shed and School that must always come first. I’m sure with the Pillars that the 2016 Shed have adopted we can continue to be proud of the boys involved in the most challenging but rewarding sport in the GPS. Consistency Unity Discipline Respect Congratulations to all the boys and their coaches in all year levels for their dedication and determination to achieve so

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OPEN FIRST VIII LEFT TO RIGHT: M. SIMMONS, J. HARDY, Z. MACFARLANE, B. LUND, J. GILES, S. SANDEMAN, L. FINLAY, C. KENNEDY-LEVERETT, S. SCOTT

YEAR 11 FIRST VIII LEFT TO RIGHT: L. MYATT, B. GALLAGHER, L. UPFIELD, C. KAWALINASKI, J. LAYT, J. EGLINGTON, L. MAXWELL, J. MIBUS ABSENT:

YEAR 11 SECOND VIII LEFT TO RIGHT: T. LACEY, A. HALSTEAD, W. SCOTCHMER, C. PERT, P. GEE, E. HERZ, T. ATCHISON, D. FLYNN, J. GRAY

A. STEPHENSON

YEAR 11 THIRD VIII LEFT TO RIGHT: D. HOPKINS, W. HARDY (COACH), R. SMITH, H. WHEATON, A. MURRAY, L. OXENFORD, B. RADEL, A. JANE, R. WOOD, Z. BRUCE

YEAR 10 SECOND QUAD LEFT TO RIGHT: A. BETTLES, K. LOWE, W. BROWNING, B. DONALDSON, E. SETCHELL, MR K. RAMON (COACH)

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YEAR 10 FIRST QUAD LEFT TO RIGHT: C. BOARDMAN, L. VINE, J. JONES, H. SMITH, F. MAHRONY-VITTA, MR K. RAMON (COACH)

YEAR 10 THIRD QUAD LEFT TO RIGHT: A. DIPPLE, B. SPITTLE, J. CASKEY, R. HAGBECK, A. GILES


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YEAR 10 FIFTH QUADS LEFT TO RIGHT: A. HOPKINS, M. BACKLER, P. MURTAGH, R. GALL, H. SCOTT, MR A. VELLA (COACH)

YEAR 10 SIXTH QUAD LEFT TO RIGHT: F. GILBERT, N. POYNTING, T. HALPIN, H. WALLER, W. CHIU, MR C. KAFRITSAS (COACH)

YEAR 10 SEVENTH QUAD LEFT TO RIGHT: D. CONNOLLY, W. DOBRENOV, L. MEALIN ABSENT:

JUNIOR SIXTH QUAD LEFT TO RIGHT: H. MARTIN, C. STEWART, G. NIELD, T. HOLIDAY

J. FUHRMAN, L. NONA

JUNIOR NINTH QUAD LEFT TO RIGHT: D. CONNOLLY, J. HAWKINS, T.J RIGBY, J. MURRAY

YEAR 8 FIRST QUAD LEFT TO RIGHT: D. ROBERTSON, M. COSSILL, S. GIBSON, H. FRENCH, N. NEAL

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YEAR 8 THIRD QUAD

LEFT TO RIGHT: L. CHRISTIE ADAMS, W. TAYLOR, F. REYNOLDS

LEFT TO RIGHT: S. JO, D. BURTON, L. MCINNES, J. FRIZELLE

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ABSENT: M. SMITH

F. REYNOLDS, M. ANDONAKIS

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YEAR 8 FOURTH QUAD LEFT TO RIGHT: B. WALLER, A. RIDGWAY, H. GRADY, C. WILSON, M. SMITH

YEAR 8 SIXTH QUAD LEFT TO RIGHT: W. PICKERING, W. WELCH, H. CHANDLER, H. CROOKS

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YEAR 8 FIFTH QUAD LEFT TO RIGHT: J. ATTHOW, J. HUTCHISON-STRACHAN, L. WILLIAMS, T. VANDENBER

YEAR 8 SEVENTH QUAD LEFT TO RIGHT: C. SELBY, N. FARLEY


Rugby Oh what a season! 143 keen boys, 18 rounds, over 150 games, hundreds of tries, 22 coaches! Over 11 teams entered and competed in the Saturday weekly in the Gold Coast competition. The 11 TSS U6 to U10s teams competed against the likes of the Helensvale Hogs, Eagles, Coomera Crushers, Nerang Bulls, Tamborine Mountain Warriors and Palm Beach Tigers.

ANDREW ROBERTSON

Junior Rugby Coordinator Reception to Year 4

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Sign-on began when summer sport was in full swing during Term One. Preseason season kicked off with a Rugby Carnival Day with support from Grant Anderson and his team at ‘The Rugby Academy’. This continued for the final three weeks of Term One.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE SEASON

Players: The boys’ commitment to developing their rugby skills this year. The high level of enjoyment and participation was always evident on the boys’ faces.

Coaches: The Rugby Academy, Rookies to Reds holiday and afterschool opportunities, Confidence in Contact sessions, teacher coaches and of course the parent coaches. Without these wonderful parents our teams would not be able to run. Thanks to the commitment and dedication from these parents. Without them we would not be able to run our rugby club. It was wonderful to see the banter between the coaches – typified by the ice-bucket challenge between Under 6 coaches Braidon Boniface and Heath Hill.

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With TSS teams in the same grades often our boys came up against one another, coach v coach, player v player, mate v mate… these were often the most intense games for the season for our boys. Special mention must go Austin Whittikar and Ross Jurisich for their long-term commitment to coaching of TSS teams from the younger grades to this Year U10 teams. Both coaches led their respective teams with passion and skill. They went over and above to make sure their players got plenty of opportunities to develop their skills in a positive environment. I look forward to continuing to support the program into 2016 and beyond.

Supporters: The parent supporters were always entertained by fast-flowing rugby from every grade. Parents of the U6 teams often had to guide their sons to ‘run forward, not sideways… yes that way… no that way!, stay in a line, don’t bunch up… it was hilarious to watch as sometimes up to 10 adults would be yelling (in a positive way) their instructions. Thanks to the parents for transporting your sons to and from games and trainings.

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In 2015, the Under 11s and Under 12s played home fixtures against Brisbane Grammar School, Ipswich Grammar School, Brisbane Boys College, St Joseph’s Nudgee College, Ambrose Treacy College, Toowoomba Grammar School and Brisbane State High School. TSS also played away matches against Brisbane Boys College, St Joseph’s Gregory Terrace, Anglican Church Grammar School and Toowoomba Grammar School.

ADRIAN BLUNDELL

Director of Rugby REMWELL MELIA

Junior Rugby Coordinator

A large focus again this year was set on the development of rugby skills in each and every boy in the program. For example, each week every Under 11 boy would train as a squad for the first 45 minutes of the session to do core skills to ensure all boys received similar coaching, whether they were in the As, Bs, or Cs, before going away with their team coaches to work on team specifics or game play. This allowed boys to learn and further develop their skills in catch and pass, attack, tackle and breakdown together.

15As took part in a short tour, which concluded with them playing a tough fixture vs the U16 Gold Coast Cyclones team. The 16As and First XV played two very tough fixtures vs visiting English schools Sherbourne College and Bromsgrove School. For the second year, TSS in conjunction with the QRU hosted the Junior State Championships, which involved representative teams from all over the State (including a large number of TSS boys representing the Gold Coast Cyclones). The Championships were a massive success and were mainly possible due to the fantastic oval renovations at TSS, giving us a worldclass facility.

This close relationship with the QRU is also demonstrated by the Junior Gold programs being based at TSS for the seventh consecutive year, coached by Mr Adrian Blundell, Mr Spencer Attoe and Mr Remwell Melia. During the preseason, TSS was represented in the annual Armidale School Rugby Tournament, which sees schools and clubs from all over Australia compete in a number of divisions. The TSS team played in a tough pool and the top division at the tournament. Congratulations to all the boys involved on their sportsmanship, commitment and their behaviour on tour. A huge thank you to Mr Mark Hoppe, Mr Andrew Robertson and Mr Lindsay Close for all their efforts on and before this tour. The ‘preseason’ began in Term Two with the traditional rugby camp, including over 250 boys and top coaches from TSS, QRU, ARU and NRC teams. Also a number of our Senior age groups travelled to Northern NSW to further prepare for the upcoming season. The 316

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JUNIOR GOLD REPRESENTATIVES

U15s – Tom van der Schyff, Jim Chapman, Zane Nonggorr, Tyson Spisich, Lachlan Gillett, Harry Cox, Lachlan Bruce, Ronan Kapi and Tyler Wright U17s – Egan Siggs, Finn McElroy, Angus Blyth, Josh Tonkin, Hayden Sargeant, Jackson Neale, James McMillan, Tyler Gillott, Jack Butler, Johnny Nucifora, Callum Elliot, Bohdi Pretty TSS was again rewarded for strong performances with a high number of students and coaches in various representative teams, also during the June/July holiday break. Peter Bromley was a QLD Selector, Grant Anderson


Rugby GPS 1 Coach and Mike Wallace was again selected as Australian Schoolboy Assistant Coach. JUNIOR REPRESENTATIVES

U12 South Coast – Taarik Alikhan and Tom Hancock U15 South Coast – Harry Cox, Hugh Robinson, Tom Van der Schyff, Jim Chapman, Lotario Nona and Ronan Kapi U16 QLD Rugby League – Max Dowd OPEN SCHOOLBOY REPRESENTATIVES

GPS – Egan Siggs Queensland Schoolboys – Calum Ball Australian Schoolboys – Dylan Riley, Angus Allen, Tyler Campbell and Jordan Lenac The First XV had a fantastic start to the season winning the first five games. Highlights of these were the last-minute win against BBC and the massive victories against IGS, GT and the final home game of the year vs BSHS where some extremely entertaining rugby was on display. After extremely close losses to NC, ACGS and TGS, the TSS First XV finished a very respectable third overall in the GPS competition. Thanks to the entire First XV coaching and management staff.

The Open division was once again an area of strength for TSS, fielding very strong Second XV through to Sixth XV. In a staggering statistics, ALL TSS Opens (Second XV, Third, XV, Fourth XV, Fifth XV and Sixth XV) remained UNDEFEATED for the entire season! 2015 will go down in history and will be very difficult to replicate. Well done to the Open Coaches; Mr Col Webb, Mr James Thorpe, Mr John Potter, Mr Johnny Karatasios, Mr Col Hawtin, Mr Greg Norman, Mr Scott Goninan, Mr Bruce Rutherford and Mr Tony Watt. Thanks also to Mr Alan Parsons for his contribution as Open Age Group Coordinator and unbelievable support to TSS Rugby over many years.

The Under 16s were the second most successful age group. The 16As had a very successful year winning all but one bone-jarring loss vs BBC. The 16Bs really developed as a team throughout the season and played their best game vs ACGS. The 16Cs also played a compelling brand of rugby, which resulted in them finishing top of their table. The 16Ds trained hard all season and after an early loss to GT remained undefeated. Thanks to coaches Mr Peter Bromley, Mr Grant Anderson, Mr Ben Cramp, Mr Richard Connor, Mr Benny Shin, Mr John O’Connor, Mr Max Christensen, Mr Luke Cocco and Mr John Wallace for once again doing such a terrific job with this age group. The 15As hit the season in great form and really surprised their opponents with improved skill and determination. After a heartbreaking loss to IGS the 15As continued to finish the season strongly. 15Bs were the most successful U15 TSS team for 2015. The 15Cs and 15Ds had a very enjoyable season with many of the boys competing across both teams on the one day. Spencer Attoe and Remwell Melia coached the U15 South Coast Regional representative team, where six TSS boys were selected to compete at the State Championships here on the Gold Coast. Well done to the coaches, Mr Spencer Attoe, Mr Leigh Holtsbaum, Mr Karel Boss, Mr Ray Smith, Mr Roscoe Deacon, Mr Richard Mutton, Mr Andy Bowers, Mr Yiannos Kozakis and Mr Tom O’Connor, and Mrs Carolyn Nelson for her involvement as age group coordinator. Even with a limited preseason the 14s age group hit the ground running and the As, Cs and Ds recorded fantastic wins in Round 1 v BGS. All teams continued to improve and the As finished the season very well with three wins from the final four games. The 14Bs worked hard to get big wins over IGS and TGS. Thank you to the coaches, Mr Bryan Hain, Mr Rory Hain, Mr Chris George, Mr Manuel Postadis, Mr Sam Lobascher, Mr Ben Tarr, Mr Thomas Thackray and Mr Dylan Goss, and Mitchell Buckley for his continued involvement with TSS Rugby as coordinator this important age group. The 13’s age group really developed as the smallest group at TSS. Often battling much larger opponents, the 13s had a strong start against BGS and also recorded a memorable ‘clean sweep’ against Downlands at Home. Seeing these boys enjoy

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their rugby and continue to improve is a credit to the coaches and parents who gave them fantastic support during a difficult but successful season. Thank you to coaches Mr Remy Melia, Mr Richard Dobrenov, Mr Mitch Mongomery, Mr Stuart McKenzie, Mr Lindsay Close and Mr Fergus Trevethan, and Ms Jo Inglis in her role of coordinator for providing this group of boys with such a positive first experience of TSS Rugby. The 2015 season wouldn’t have been so successful if it wasn’t for our line-up of quality coaches. I thank all of the coaches for their hard work, dedication, enthusiasm and guidance. The coaching staff was made up of teachers, university students and Old Boys giving up their time to mentor and coach the boys throughout the season. The coaching staff for 2015 was as follows: U12A – Mr Ian Browne and Mr Richard Browne, U12B – Mr Howard Biddle, U12C – Mr Connor Holburn and Mr Benny Kadralevu, U11A – Mr Mark Hoppe, U11B – Mr Ryan Menzies, U11C – Mr Tom Perkins.

Even though the official season finished with Term Three, TSS Rugby continued with a Rugby World Cup Tour. Taking 44 boys to play top English and Welsh schools, Bryanston, Glantaff, Whitchurch, Bromsgrove and Whitgift. The boys were also fortunate enough to see three Wallaby games vs Fiji, Uruguay and England at Twickenam! It was a truly amazing tour that will hold many fond memories and the boys were fantastic ambassadors of TSS Rugby. Thanks to the expertise of the TSS Grounds Staff and Sports Manager Ian Browne. As well as the State Championships, TSS also hosted the Queensland 7s State Championships, in which TSS entered a team in the Opens (second), 15s (State 7s Champs!) and 13s (third). These were fantastic opportunities for students and staff to be immersed in the world of professional rugby.

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All of this has only been possible with the amazing amount of assistance that has been provided from the TSS Rugby community. Special thanks to Mr Greg Wain, the School Council and Mr Bryan Hain for their continued support of TSS Rugby. Ms Siobhan Maguire for her endless administration and management support. Mr Remwell Melia and his team for assisting with game-day organisation. The Grounds and Facilities Staff for ensuring our boys train and play on state-of-the-art facilities. The Medical Staff; TSS Sister, Mr Matt Brown, Mrs Kate Waring, Dr Buckley, Dr Yelland and Mr Stephen Eardley for ensuring all boys were cared for and expertly treated. Mr Adrian Gaglione and the IT Department for his professional photos each week. Last but definitely not least, our major sponsors, James Frizelles, Allamanda Private Hospital, Bank of Queensland and Audi Centre Gold Coast. Also the Rugby Supporters Group and all parents who assisted in the canteen and post match bar every Saturday. This group is crucial in the day-to-day running of TSS Rugby and funding fantastic events like Old Boys celebrations, tours for a variety of age groups and legacy items like the Nathan Sharpe Leadership Grandstand. Congratulations to all graduating rugby players, I wish you the best in your future endeavours on and off the rugby field.


Rugby BGS

BBC

GT

IGS

NC

ACGS

BSHS

TGS

Team

F

A

R

F

A

R

F

A

R

F

A

R

F

A

R

F

A

R

F

A

R

F

A

R

First XV

36

19

TSS

17

15

TSS

56

15

TSS

48

6

TSS

26

29

NC

19

26

ACGS

67

23

TSS

24

27

TGS

Second XV

31

10

TSS

24

7

TSS

24

7

TSS

15

10

TSS

29

12

TSS

10

7

TSS

43

0

TSS

44

17

TSS

Third XV

29

0

TSS

54

12

TSS

17

0

TSS

70

0

TSS

44

7

TSS

25

19

TSS

72

0

TSS

45

5

TSS

Fourth XV

43

7

TSS

39

7

TSS

34

0

TSS

80

0

TSS

17

7

TSS

22

17

TSS

34

5

TSS

22

0

TSS

12

5

TSS

17

17

d

12

7

TSS

18

17

TSS

27

7

TSS

19

17

TSS

11

0

TSS

24

3

TSS

29

22

TSS

Fifth XV Sixth XV 16A

43

7

TSS

7

22

BBC

28

14

TSS

16B

46

7

TSS

5

26

BBC

7

26

GT

5

26

NC

22

12

TSS

19

36

TGS

16C

22

14

TSS

31

10

TSS

21

12

TSS

14

12

TSS

12

14

ACGS

21

7

TSS

5

24

GT

14

10

TSS

26

7

TSS

31

17

TSS

16D

32

15

TSS

36

5

TSS

15A

20

0

TSS

20

14

TSS

17

31

GT

15

16

IGS

18

5

TSS

34

10

TSS

5

0

TSS

10

10

d

15B

47

0

TSS

10

5

TSS

5

36

GT

31

7

TSS

13

10

TSS

17

0

TSS

5

5

d

24

7

TSS

15C

12

5

TSS

5

57

BBC

17

29

GT

22

22

d

0

26

NC

7

46

ACGS

0

45

TGS

10

24

BBC

5

48

GT

5

41

NC

7

11

ACGS

20

31

TGS

15D 14A

22

7

TSS

6

59

BBC

10

52

GT

13

24

IGS

22

17

TSS

21

17

TSS

24

41

BSHS

34

12

TSS

14B

17

27

BGS

0

34

BBC

0

53

GT

27

17

TSS

0

63

NC

5

17

ACGS

5

39

BSHS

27

15

TSS

14C

27

7

TSS

12

29

BBC

0

71

GT

0

53

NC

0

55

ACGS

39

15

TSS

5

59

TGS

14D

31

7

TSS

12

46

GT

13A

39

5

TSS

12

38

BBC

10

17

GT

0

71

IGS

10

19

NC

3

6

ACGS

0

85

BSHS

14

49

TGS

13B

0

38

BGS

5

34

BBC

0

35

GT

12

36

IGS

7

17

NC

8

26

ACGS

0

65

BSHS

0

39

TGS

13C

36

26

TSS

0

48

BBC

0

60

GT

10

43

IGS

19

46

NC

7

61

ACGS

19

10

TSS

7

58

TGS

12A

12

17

BGS

15

31

BBC

7

33

GT

7

24

IGS

33

21

TSS

10

49

ACGS

0

40

BSHS

12

28

TGS

12B

10

21

BGS

27

20

TSS

0

41

GT

17

45

NC

5

40

ACGS

19

17

TSS

12C

31

22

TSS

12

17

BBC

0

80

GT

5

68

NC

0

42

ACGS

11A

10

7

TSS

0

19

BBC

7

7

d

46

5

TSS

12

24

NC

17

14

TSS

19

0

TSS

11B

20

21

BGS

26

40

BBC

19

36

GT

72

0

TSS

0

33

NC

5

39

ACGS

0

34

TGS

11C

0

43

BGS

0

27

BBC

0

47

GT

0

75

NC

0

68

ACGS

39

10

TSS

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FIRST XV RUGBY SEATED ROW:

MR G. HERLIHY, MR A.D. BLUNDELL, E.Q. PERE, C.A. BALL, A.D.I. ALLEN, MR M.J. WALLACE, J.W. WHITBREAD, T.A.J. CAMPBELL, J.R.H. LENAC, MR R. THOMAS, MR G.M. NORMAN

SECOND ROW: MRS K. WARING, MR M. BROWN, F.K. MCELROY, N.S. LOLESIO, C.H. GOOCH, E.E.J. SIGGS, M. DOWD, C.T. WELLS, A.J. BLYTH, W.J. RUDLAND, D. RILEY, T.E.N. MAVOA, D.P. DAY, H.R. SARGEANT, MR G. ANDERSON, MR P. HAYES

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OPEN SECOND XV RUGBY SEATED ROW:

T. GILLOTT, S. SCOTT, E. TAULELEI, C. WELLS, D. NUNN, M. SIMMONS, J. TONKIN

SECOND ROW: MR J. THORPE (COACH), N. SCALLON, J. SWAN, C. ELLIOT, M. STATHAM, J. LEAVY, R. MEYER, T. SIMON, A. MURRAY, MR C. WEBB (COACH)

OPEN THIRD XV RUGBY SEATED ROW:

SECOND ROW: MR J. POTTER (COACH), J. TROTTER, R. TAYLOR, J. NEALE, J. TARR, J. MCMILLAN, A. LEIDER, L. UPFIELD, S. CURRAN, N. GALLAGHER, S. MACKAY-PAYNE, A. BROWN, D. ANDERSON, MR J. KARATASIOS (COACH)

OPEN FOURTH XV RUGBY SEATED ROW:

L. PREISTLEY, T. LACEY, Z. FEBEN, A. WILSON, L. FINLAY, W. SCHWARER, O. RADFORD, T. CUNICH, B. CHURCHILL

SECOND ROW: MR C. HAWTIN (COACH), D. MAURICI, T. RICHARDSON, B. THORNBOROUGH, M. KALOVIC, J. MCDONALD, F. CHAPMAN, Z. MORRISON, H. NORRIS, T. PERRIN, L. MEYER, J. O’NEILL, MR G. NORMAN (COACH)

OPEN FIFTH XV RUGBY SEATED ROW:

Z. MERRION, C. KROON, B. WEILAND, C. TAYLOR, E. NYATHI

SECOND ROW: A. MILLER, F. LESTER, M. HOULAHAN, R. WOOD, N. WARREN

T. CARDIFF, A. WILLIAMSON, B. RUTHERFORD, J. STAINS, O. SNOW, B. BOWEN, D. BUREY, A. BRIDLE, T. VUNILOALOA, M. KELLY

SECOND ROW: MR B. RUTHERFORD (COACH), M. UNDERWOOD, L. THOMPSON, W. LLOYD, Z. QUINN, T. ROSS, S. PERKINS, S. HOATH, R. MACKENZIE, X. THOMPSON, B. WEILAND, G. GOOK

OPEN SIXTH XV RUGBY SEATED ROW:

J. KILLCOYNE, A. ROBERTS, H. MACIVER, B. WALLACE, C. DALTON, J. OATES, B. STANLEY, T. AITCHISON, B. CUNNINGHAM

16A RUGBY SEATED ROW:

D. BURNS, B. PRETTY, J. NUCIFORA, J. BUTLER, B. PAXTON-HALL, E. SIGGS, J. CRAIN

SECOND ROW: MR P. BROMLEY (COACH), T. STUART, J. THORNBURGH, J. PERCIVAL, K. DOVEY, J. FLATLEY, L. VINE, J. EGLINGTON, M. MARSHALL, MR G. ANDERSON (COACH)

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16B RUGBY SEATED ROW:

P. GEE, M. BACKLER, O. HALL, J. GILES, S. PAYNE, D. RADEL, B. DONALDSON, J. CURR

SECOND ROW: MR B. CRAMP (COACH), L. OXENFORD, S. COOKSON-BUTLER, J. CHARLTON, K. SIMS, A. HALSTEAD, F. MARONEY-VITA, N. LADNER, R. CONNOR

16C RUGBY SEATED ROW:

SECOND ROW: MR B. SHIN (COACH), H. RICE, R. HIROSE, Z. BERNEY, J. DIGHT, B. HANSEN, S. SCHUKIN, D. INGLES, MR J. O’CONNOR (COACH)

16D RUGBY SEATED ROW:

J. WILLIAMS, J. LEWIS, T. PYE, A. TURNBULL, N. POYNTING, T. HERFURFORD, W. ALEXANDER

SECOND ROW: MR M CHRISTENSEN (COACH), T. REDLER, L. MEALLIN, B. SPIDDLE, S MOFFAT, J. JONES, W. DOBRENOV, A. GILES, L. ARTHUR, S. HICKSON, MR L. COCCO (COACH)

15A RUGBY SEATED ROW:

C. BOARDMAN, S. GREENUP, G. SINCLAIR, J. PERRIN, T. HONEYSETT, F. DONALD, C. BINDON

SECOND ROW: MR R. SMITH (COACH), R. HART, H. SCOTT, G. SWAN, J. PICKERING, E. MAHON, J. HESLOP, K. LOWE, S. JEANS, MR R. DEACON (COACH)

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T. WRIGHT, L. GILLETT, D. COLEMAN, T. VAN DER SCHYFF, H. COX, T. TAYLOR, H. MCNAMEE

SECOND ROW: MR A. PYKE (COACH), L. HOLTSBAUM (COACH), J. CHAPMAN, H. MORRIS, R. KAPI, T. SPISICH, L. BRUCE, H. KING, L. NONA, H. ROBINSON, MR S. ATTOE (COACH), MR K. BOS (COACH)

15B RUGBY SEATED ROW:

I. CALDER, D. HOPKINS, J. CONNOLLY, J. CLYNE, I. TELFORD, R. SMITH, S. FINLAYSON

15C RUGBY SEATED ROW:

C. WAP, L. DENNISTON, W. KEMP, S. ROBINSON, H. KING, F. DONALD, O. CHURCHILL

SECOND ROW: MR A. BOWERS (COACH), C. BOARDMAN, H. BASSINGTHWAITE, W. BROWNING, C. JACKSON, J. RAMEAU, H. WALKER, MR R. MUTTON (COACH)


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14A RUGBY

15D RUGBY SEATED ROW:

L. RUTHERFORD, A, FINALL, S. MCCARTHY, T. HART, T. FUHRMAN, J. MOSS, A. MAKHANYOK, J. BRUNSKILL, R. BUREY

SECOND ROW: MR Y. KOZAKIS (COACH), D. LEVENDAKIS, N. FLEMING, L. CHESTERMAN, T. TREMAIN, R. GALL, H. GREEN, J. NEGRINE, H. MARTIN, J. HAWKINS, MR T. PARKER (COACH)

SEATED ROW:

SECOND ROW: MR R. HAIN (COACH), D. ROBERTSON, B. RADEL, M ROBINSON, S. GIBSON, Z. NONGGORR, J. THOMSON, T. GIBSON, N. NEAL, G. NEILD, MR B. HAIN (COACH)

14B RUGBY SEATED ROW:

J. WIKI, H. GRADY, D. CONNOLLY, K. KELLY, C. COX, F. BONGERS, H. FRENCH, W. O’SHEA-BEAU

SECOND ROW: MR M GARCIA POSADAS (COACH), B. OWEN, Z. BALTUS, C. TRAN, T. SCOTCHMER, T. OXENFORD, G. CONNOLLY, B. KINIVAN, G. MORRIS, H. DIGHT, MR C. GEORGE (COACH)

14C RUGBY SEATED ROW:

A. THOMSON, S. STUART, A. RICE, C. CURR, S. BLACK, T. HOLLIDAY, C. WILSON, J. FUHRMANN, Z. HENAWAY, J. CASKEY, A. BETTLES, D. CLOUGH SECOND ROW: MR D. GOSS (COACH), MR B. TARR (COACH), L. LEE, N. FARLEY, L. PATTERSON, K. NEWITT, L. JONES, M. TURNBULL, W. VOLLER. S. CHARLTON, L. MCDONAGH, D. BOWEN, TJ RIGBY, I. WILLIAMS, G. ORSMOND, MR T. THACKRAY (COACH), MR M. BUCKLEY (MANAGER)

13A RUGBY ​SEATED ROW:

J. DEVLIN, T. MCCORMACK, H. MEYER, M. VAN DER SCHYFF, K. SKIPPS, C. JENKINS, L. VINE

SECOND ROW: MR R. DOBRENOV, M. SMITH, J. FRIZELLE, B. BOTTING, W. MUIR, N. THORNBURGH, H. VOUSTY, D. PARAKA, B. WALLER, R. EWING, R. MELIA

J. MURRAY, S. JO, A. WALKER, M. ALIKHAN, W. STATHAM, C. HOARE, L. MCINNES

13B RUGBY SEATED ROW:

J. CASTOR, J. NEILD, J. KELLY, W. TAYLOR, H. CHANDLER, H. HOULAHAN, C. RASHEED

SECOND ROW: MR S. MACKENZIE (COACH), J. ATTHOW, W. PICKERING, T. BASSINGTHWAIGHTE, H. BEIRNE, J. BURNETT

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12A RUGBY

13C RUGBY SEATED ROW:

K. SCHLAPHOFF, S. GRAY, M. FUHRMANN, H. MCDONALD, C. BACKUS, C. JAGO, A. BEALE, C. MACMILLAN

SECOND ROW: MR L. CLOSE (COACH), S. KASOKASON, J. GAULT, W. CULLIMORE, J. LEI, D. KENNEDY, K. BLIGHT, P. GUPPY, C. HANRAHAN, MR F. TREVETHAN (COACH)

SEATED ROW:

SECOND ROW: MR R. BROWNE (COACH), S. MCINNES, N. MCKENZIE, L. BRADMAN, C. MCGEARY, R. DUROUX, B. JOHNSTON, L. WRIGHT, J. HARRISON, G. COLLINS, S. PEARSON, T. ALIKHAN, F. WOODBRIDGE, MR I. BROWNE (COACH), L. ISLAND (HYDRATION SPECIALIST)

12B RUGBY SEATED ROW:

B. BENNETT, M. MCCULLOCH, N. MCKENZIE, C. WHITTON, M. GARNIER, T. MURDOCK, K. PRICE

SECOND ROW: MR H. BIDDLE (COACH), A. GROOBY, G. GIBSON, H. GATES, H. ATKINSON, J. GILLETT, J. DONOVAN, L. CHABERT, T. SALMON

12C RUGBY SEATED ROW:

M. WORSLEY, E. DONNELLY, J. KELLY, W. THILWIND. J. SA, E. RAMEAU, O. RUTHERFORD

SECOND ROW: MR M. HOPPE (COACH), C. WOOD, D. LEHNDORF, J. MCAULEY, J. FABER, Z. CRAIN, G. BURDON

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A. ALEXANDER, J. RANSBY, H. ALOYSIUS, J. POPOV, J. SCOTT, R. BAKER, S. GEMERI

SECOND ROW: MR C. HOLBORN (COACH), E. STANICH, B. MOFFAT, B. WALSH, L. PIPER, C. VELE, G. NAYLOR, MR B. KADRALEVU (COACH)

11A RUGBY SEATED ROW:

B. BENNETT, T. FISHER, C. VIVLIOUS, B. ARSCOTT, L. CHABERT, S. MORRIS, C. CHANDLER, J. STATHAM

11B RUGBY SEATED ROW:

T. DAVID, L. GEMERI, J. DEBELAK, A. CHANDLER, W. MARSHALL, J. BOYLE, D. NEAL

SECOND ROW: MR R. MENZIES (COACH), E. KAY, E. SPITERI, L. MAIR, S. WALKINSHAW, W. WORBOYS, L. O’CONNOR, H. BAKER


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11C RUGBY SEATED ROW:

T. KENNEDY, R. PAYTEN, R. PYKE-NOTT, R. STUCKEY, W. JACKSON

SECOND ROW: MR T. PERKINS (COACH), F. CORSER, L. SCERRI, M. BRANCH, B.CAMPBELL, L. ROWLES, G. SMITH, J. SLATER

RUGBY U10 MAROON SEATED ROW:

SECOND ROW: J. WATERS, Z. HOWARD, R. MAHON, C. CARLOS, A. WHITTAKER, T. QUINN, E. KELLY ABSENT:

A. THOMSON

COACHES:

MR A. WHITTAKER, MR J. NICKALLS

SEATED ROW:

M. FLETCHER, J. AMOS, M. THILWIND, E. FABER, A. DELANEY, A. BELLCHAMBERS, N. HAYES

RUGBY U10 BLUE SEATED ROW:

N. EVANS, B. STROEBEL, X. GRASSO, J. JACKSON, B. PARKER, B. JURISICH, S. HAMADI, W. MARSHALL

C. STONE, A. NICKALLS, A. ARTHUR, J. TEE, B. NICKALLS, T. GOFFSASSEN, J. MCPHEE, P. BOUSGAS

RUGBY U9 BLUE

SECOND ROW: E. CHABERT, X. STEINFORT, A. THOMSON, A. VAN RIET, M. FISHER, D. ALOYSIUS, O. HAMID

SECOND ROW: C. MILLIGAN, T. GARRETT, J. GENNARI, C. BOS, B. PARSONS, D. ELVIN, J. GALLIE

ABSENT:

S. COLLIVAS, B. FAULKNER, M. SHARP

ABSENT:

T. BROWN, A. GILL, C. STONE, T. STUCKEY, C. WOOD

COACH:

MR R. JURISICH

SEATED ROW:

T. KELLY, HUDSON SHEEHAN, J. GALLIE, T. SKUBRIS, L. LLEWELLYN

SEATED ROW:

J. ANDONAKIS, A. JAMES, O. YARED, R. LYNCH, E. MASSEY

RUGBY U8 BLUE

RUGBY U8 WHITE

SECOND ROW: J. BURDEN, K. MORRIS, J. KHALIL, H. HOWARD, M. SKUBRIS

SECOND ROW: R. SLY, L. KEARNEY, W. PICKETT, N. HILL

COACHES:

COACHES:

MRS L. HOWARD, MR T. HOWARD

MR T. SLY, MR I. JONES (ABSENT)

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RUGBY U8 RED SEATED ROW:

H. FURNELL, H. LYGO, J. ZENIOU, V. PAPPAS, R. TEE

RUGBY U7 BLUE SEATED ROW:

J. LEICESTER, S. BARNES, T. FABER, K. OMOMO, M. THOMPSON

SECOND ROW: W. MCDOUGALL, C. IVORY, C. CHABERT, R. COKER, H. MOFFREY

SECOND ROW: L. NEOPHYTOU, A. GHOUSSAIN, R. MCFARLANE, R. ZHANG

COACHES:

ABSENT:

W. CHEN, C. COLE

COACHES:

MR J. GHOUSSAIN, MR O. OMOMO

SEATED ROW:

M. KEMP, P. PARAKA, H. PYKE, T. ROGERS, M. ALVAREZ-CALDERON

MR D. IVORY, MR M. FURNELL, MR C. TEE (ABSENT)

RUGBY U7 WHITE SEATED ROW:

S. RONALDSON, J. CUMMINGS, J. LYNTON, H. BABBAGE, K. BEATTIE, K. DRYSDALE

SECOND ROW: H. WALSH, L. EVANS, W. BARNES, L. HUGHES, L. BOUGHENOUT ABSENT:

D. GILL

COACHES:

MR S. BABBAGE, MRS A. BEATTIE

SEATED ROW:

A. ROSS, H. CREAM, M. MURPHY, N. HALL, C. LAMILLA-BONIFACE, A. SIA

RUGBY U7 RED SECOND ROW: B. DOBSON-MILLER, L. CRAIN, J. STAPLETON, M. MCKENZIE COACHES:

MR R. STAPLETON, MRS A. STAPLETON

SEATED ROW:

J. TWEMLOW, H. CREAM, R. KOMATSU, L. SUPPLE, C. BROWN, O. MAZEY

RUGBY U6 BLUE

RUGBY U6 RED

SECOND ROW: S. SKUBRIS, T. PICKETT, N. PARKER, S. RAY, H. ROBINSON, J. SCOTT

SECOND ROW: B. DOUGLAS, I. RAMSDEN, K. WATERS, S. LYKISSAS, J. HILL, Z. HAMID

ABSENT:

F. SALMON

ABSENT:

M. ILLES

COACH:

MR B. BONIFACE

COACH:

MR H. HILL

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2014 and 2015 seasons have delivered another step up for TSS Sailing.

(Open BIC World Cup) and Max Quan (Laser 4.7 Worlds).

Our senior team won the Interschool fleet competition for a fourth year in a row, and the GPS Cup a second year.

The number of boys coming into sailing from TSS Prep Years 5 and 6 has increased and now limited by available Laser Pico boats. We are seeking to buy some more to support the depth of talent and interest.

While the result in 2014 was won after successfully defending multiple protests by BGS against our two leading boats, the 2015 result was never in doubt, with TSS overwhelming BGS, BBC and others by more than 200 points. Indeed the TSS Open Second were the runnerup team!

GRANT WHARINGTON

Director of Sailing

In March, our support group, Friends of Sailing, organised an event to recognise Mat Belcher’s achievements and dedicate our new support RIB in his name. The Annand Theatre was filled with the new RIB and Mat’s fully rigged Olympic 470. Some 200 guests relived his 13 years at TSS and decade thereafter to become the World # 1 Sailor, Olympic Gold Medallist and sixtime World 470 Champion. His story is an inspiration to all.

Many of these sailors also competed in State, national and international events. Charlie Piacun, Blake Wilson (Optimists), Tom Wright (Open BIC), George Morton, Max Quan, James Woodhouse and Tom Ross (Laser classes) and Tom Cunich (29er and 420). TSS Sailing has the largest representative group in the Queensland Sailing Team, with four boys attending at least 22 compulsory days training, competing and receiving specialist tuition in nutrition, fitness and sports psychology. George Morton is current Qld Laser 4.7 (Youth and Open) Champion, Tom Wright is current GPS Pacer Champion. Three boys have also represented Australia in the past season; Tom Cunich (Youth Olympics), George Morton

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New ‘TackTracker’ technology has also been introduced to assist in coaching, with real-time data during races the boys can analyse at home on their mobile phone as well. To round out 2015 we are holding the 29th annual Cock of the River regatta. It will be an invitational event for an ‘Inter-School River Challenge’. We hope it becomes a perpetual focus to Term Four school sailing.

We acknowledge Ms Francis, Mr Massey, Mr Halpin and Mr Lockett to teaching our Learn-to-Sail and Intermediate groups. Also to Oscar Weatherseed, Xavier Doerr and Connor Pilcher for their commitment to support and mentor our future representative squad boys each Saturday morning. With the enthusiasm of our coaching staff, facilities manager and wellorganised volunteers, TSS Sailing is able to have boats on the water almost every day. Our sailors are a terrific group of students who recognise that sailing is a sport for life that requires both physical and mental prowess. Finally, we are proud of our 2015 leaders; James Woodhouse (Sailing Captain) and George Morton (Racing Captain). Both have demonstrated their ability, attitude and application to the sport. Their leadership embodies the success of TSS Sailing in 2015.


Sailing SAILING AWARDS

Our Annual end of Season – End of Term One Presentation evening in March recognised the following Prep Endeavour Award – Trophy . ............................................Lachlan Free Intermediate Endeavour Award – Centenary Trophy...............Lewis Cole Senior Endeavour Award – Centenary Trophy..................Connor Pilcher Colm Anderson Perpetual Trophy...................................James Woodhouse Joel Corrigan Memorial Trophy..................................................Tom Wright Best Novice Racer Trophy..................................................Noah Purza-Page Cavill Family Trophy for Best Junior in Crew Position ......Charlie Fisher Ken Mackay Best Senior in Crew Position ..................................Tom Ross

FIRST XI SAILING LEFT TO RIGHT: T. ROSS, G. MORTON, C. FISHER, T. WRIGHT, J. WOODHOUSE, M. QUAN, MR G. WHARINGTON

Jim Airey Perpetual Encouragement Trophy.......................Patrick Anning Plastic Fantastic Intergalactic Trophy.........................................Beau Arscott TC Atkinson Award....................................................................... Tom Wright George Backhouse Perpetual Shield.................................... George Morton Mat Belcher Sailing Excellence Perpetual Award.............. George Morton Cock-o’the-River Perpetual Trophy........................................................TBA

SECOND XI SAILING LEFT TO RIGHT: S. STEVENS, T. CUNICH, P. ANNING, O. WEATHERSEED, X. DOERR, C. PIACUN, MR G. WHARINGTON

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2015 was a very exciting year for The Southport School Army Cadet Unit, and one of special significance in the year of the centenary of the ANZAC’s Gallipoli Campaign. The TSSACU, tracing its roots back to 1906, boasts a current strength of 310 cadets and 16 staff. In 2015 the Unit was led by Cadet Under Officer Liam Cass, supported by Cadet Warrant Officer Class One Cameron Kroon. Among the highlights of this memorable year were the inaugural Gallipoli Tour (to Turkey, France and England), the annual Cadet Camp at Hidden Creek and the annual Senior Graduation Parade and Dining-In Night.

the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sofia, Hippodrome, Topkapi Place and Roman Cistern, with many of the boys simply overwhelmed by the rich and complex history. Arriving in Canakkale, the tour explored the ancient city of Troy, navigating through the many layers that revealed 2000 years of occupation of the southwest corner of the Dardanelles. Several cities were built in succession and our guide pointed out areas that seemed to form part of Homer’s descriptions.

CONAN BLAND

Director of Cadets

GALLIPOLI TOUR

The Cadet tour overseas in the September holidays is worthy of detailed description here, so let me quote the report I wrote upon our return when my senses were filled with the wonder of our shared experiences. “…The sweet smell of apple tea wafted through the streets, mixed with the occasional wisp of hookah smoke as it danced it way past our walking group. We had arrived in Istanbul on the first day of our Gallipoli Tour. Expertly led by our charismatic guide Gokhan, 27 students, 17 parents and three TSS staff weaved their way through the busy footpaths, pausing occasionally as Gokhan highlighted points of interest.

Turkish delight of every colour and consistency, halva and other impossibly attractive sweets graced shopfronts, enticing the senses. Beautifully detailed mosaics adorning ancient buildings, Roman pillars and Egyptian obelisks seemed strangely to blend with a modern and vibrant city. We explored

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The day we approached Gallipoli the weather was overcast with rain threatening. The tour guide left the group free time to explore ANZAC Cove as we pleased, respecting the desire of each individual to wander and search for their own meaning in quiet contemplation. Many of the group dipped their feet in the water among the large, smooth stones and stared back up towards the craggy ridges, trying to imagine the impossibly difficult task our forefathers faced in storming that beachhead. We explored the complex series of battlefields throughout the day as the weather slowly broke and the skies saddened. No-one seemed to mind too much, with the weather acting as a catalyst for stirring feelings and evoking imagery. One of the main objectives of the tour was to visit the resting places of some of the 52 Old Boys who died in WWI. At Gallipoli we paid our respects to the graves of Hugh Quinn, Mervyn Collings, Rupert Goodchild and John Gordon Hides. The tour party encircled the grave as each Old Boy was honoured by a student with a short speech describing their time at TSS, their home and their short but meaningful life.


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surrounded by an exceptional series of artefacts recovered from the wreck. We left in the early afternoon for London, with the group very excited to receive much needed free time to explore the huge city. We separated into smaller groups for ease of transport, utilising the tube and hop-on-hop off bus services, all of which lived up to their reputation for on-time efficiency. Some of the places we visited included: the British Museum, London Bridge, Tower of London, Imperial War Museum, London Eye, Buckingham Palace and, of course, Big Ben. TSS Tour and Rugby hats could be seen all over London, smugly snapping selfies in front of prominent landmarks to share with envious friends and parents back home. Following our pilgrimage to Gallipoli, we flew to Paris where we had a couple of days to explore before starting our Western Front Tour. Quintessentially French photos were taken in front of and atop the Eiffel Tower, pastries eagerly consumed and coffees sipped. The Louvre provided the most important stop for many on the Tour. There was, of course, a rush to find a spot amid the crowds in which to gaze upon the monumentally popular Mona Lisa and other masterpieces spread throughout the enormous complex.

The last full day had the Gallipoli Tour group and the Rugby World Cup Tour meet up at Twickenham to see the Australia vs. England Pool Game. The atmosphere around the ground was electric, with the well-behaved and gracious English fans softly singing “Swing Low, Sweet Chariot” that gently drifted around the crowd. Fortunately, Australia was too strong for the English on the day, producing an historic victory and truly memorable occasion.

Our Western Front Tour began as we picked up our passionate and eccentric tour guide Chris Barker. The man is a living history advocate and therefore has a penchant for wearing the traditional WWI ‘Tommy’ uniform. He has an exceptional knowledge of the local area and a narrative that commanded the attention of students and adults alike. Chris even brought original relics from WWI, which appealed to the learning styles of boys by letting them see and touch items used by soldiers in the trenches.

From the outset the tour was designed to commemorate the service of the 52 Old Boys who were never able to return to the beautiful grounds of TSS that they had once walked. Many families, with little information, were never able to visit to pay their last respects to sons and brothers lost. Our group respectfully paid homage to these young men in the place where they fell and thanked them for their service.

We spent some time exploring the French Coast along Arromanches-les-Bains before boarding the ferry for the City of Portsmouth in the UK. The following day we entered the Portsmouth Naval Dockyards and visited a number of fascinating exhibits. Lord Nelson’s HMS Victory – made famous by the decisive Battle of Trafalgar – was particularly well-preserved, as was the last surviving Gallipoli warship, M33. The timbers of the Tudor naval ship of King Henry VIII, the Mary Rose, have been painstakingly restored and

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The boys who attended and who are also part of the TSS Cadet Program now have a greater appreciation for their service as being bigger than the individual. They understand that putting on the uniform each Friday is part of a tradition that has a greater purpose. They are charged with the duty to pass on this level of respect and reverence in order to honour the name of those Old Boys who never came home.”


Services – Army Cadets ANNUAL CADET CAMP

Another highlight of 2015 was our Annual Camp in August to Hidden Creek in the shadow of Mount Warning. The fourday camp was very successful with the boys sleeping in their hutchie lines each night, preparing their meals from Hunger Buster ration packs, building a campfire each night and rotating each day through a number of challenging activities. Below is an activity-by-activity description of the challenges the Cadets enjoyed.

Conceivably due to the resemblance to the Call of Duty Video Game, Laser Tag was certainly one of the boys’ favourable activities. This activity was facilitated by the ever-popular CPL “Metho” Methorst, who is ex-ADF and a veteran of Afghanistan. Set ‘in the bush’ amid a combination of artificial and natural structures, the battle ground provided a challenging yet exhausting opportunity to pit their skills against their peers. Small teams were required to achieve missions, with NCOs designing plans and putting it into action with small groups of cadets. It was a great opportunity for all Cadet NCOs to get experience allocating resources to task. Another activity also involving Laser Tag rifles was the Hostage Rescue scenario. This activity involved a member of the platoon being ‘kidnapped’ and taken to one of three small cabins. While in a position of overwatch on a tall feature, NCOs developed a plan for rescue and sent in a small team to complete the mission. An ADF Section Commander, CPL Scott “Palts” Paltridge, oversaw delivery of orders groups and ensured the boys didn’t kick in the cabin doors or poke out the flyscreens when gaining access to the cabins.

Almost 300 cadets, divided into Alpha and Bravo Companies, arrived by bus and quickly set to work establishing their platoon locations. The design of the camp training program was tiered (skill-set specific), so first-year Cadets rotated through eight main activities in a bullring while second-year Cadets conducted a field exercise on top of the mountain and completed a further four activities. On the final afternoon of the camp all platoons competed in “Exercise True Grit” to determine the best trained platoon.

Major Trevor Schulte, a professional archery instructor, patiently introduced cadets to the micro-skills required to accurately employ recurve bows. After a short period of deliberate practice accuracy quickly improved, and Cadets competed against each other for a series of small prizes.

The Obstacle Course is one of the core activities of any military training program. Balance beams, tunnels, monkey bars, bear pits, tyres, ramps, six-foot wall and cargo nets greeted the boys as they arrived at location. Crawling, climbing, splashing, slipping and sliding their way through the course, each boy was pushed outside their comfort zone, ultimately realising that the key to success is through working as a team. The Survival Skills stand was one of the most popular activities on camp under the expert instruction of Captain Nigel Carter, a highly qualified survival instructor, having worked and instructed jungle, desert and arctic warfare all around the world. He was a Royal Marine Commando in the UK, and is now working with the ADF. He developed great rapport with the boys, adopting a cheeky sense of humour that the boys thoroughly appreciated. Together with Cpl Abram “Abe” Bland, he delivered lessons on animal tracking and traps and snares. During a test of objectives, boys were able to demonstrate their understanding by catching eels, yabbies and bait, and locating and interpreting signs of animal movement. While some Platoons rotated through other stands that also included Bubble Ball, Movement between Terrain and

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Services – Army Cadets Code Breaker Exercises, Bravo Company pack marched to the boundary of the AO where they would spend a night in ‘Type 3 Jungle’. At the top of the Hidden Creek range sits a large patch of rainforest with a thick canopy and secondary undergrowth. This was seen as a perfect position for a night harbour and defensive position. Upon arrival, Cadets were briefed by a number of ADF staff, including Pte Beau “Turns” Turner and Mcpl Nicole “Zap” Zapadka, who is Royal Canadian Army parading with the ADF reserves. Cadets were given limited supplies and had to construct shelters out of locally sourced materials, including fallen branches, palm leaves and vines. At night, they experienced the shock of complete darkness, a product of the light not being able to penetrate the thick jungle canopy. The boys could not even see their hands in front of their face and were taken on a walk utilising perimeter cord, where they would be relying on the sense of touch (cetera) to navigate through the jungle. There is no doubt that the success of the camp is in no small measure due to the contribution of the dozen or so ADF staff who kept the activities relevant and meaningful for the boys. Seeing military veterans and current serving army personnel passionately teach lessons, sprinkled with a unique brand of humour, is particularly appealing for the boys. I am always searching to create new challenges and activities for the boys, and Cadets can look forward to another exciting camp in 2016.

stature and bearing. Awards presented on this occasion included the following: NAVY CADET AWARDS

Commanding Officer’s Shield................... LS Michael Noskov For Most Outstanding Cadet

Nichols Memorial Shield.................................LS Tim Peterson For Outstanding Leadership

Bill Bellairs’ Kokoda Award................ CDT PO Andrew Bridle For Courage

Ex POW Trophy..................................CDT PO Zac McFarlane Leadership

ARMY CADET AWARDS

Ex POW’s Trophy......................... CDT SGT Hamish Maciver For Leadership of a Platoon or Company

Canon Bruce Maughan Award ...... Bravo Company 2 Platoon For Best Platoon

Major H. Quinn Trophy......................CDT SGT Jasper Hardy For Cadet of the Year

Headmaster’s Award............................. CDT WO2 Jack Woods For Leadership and Service

ANNUAL DINING-IN NIGHT AND THE RAYMOND AND COLLINGS ROOM

After this ceremony, the Cadet leaders, officers and special guests gathered for the Annual Dining-In Night in the Old Gym Café at the School. Among the guests were the veterans and friends of the 39th Battalion, for whose banner the TSSACU is the custodian.

ANNUAL CADET GRADUATION PARADE

On the afternoon of Friday 30 October 2015, our Annual Cadet Graduation Parade was held on the Boatshed Ovals at the School. A huge crowd of dignitaries and relatives of the Cadets witnessed an impeccable display. This year it was the Navy Cadets’ turn to provide the Parade Commander, a privilege that fell to CDT PO Zac McFarlane, who performed his duties admirably. Commander Peter Tedman DSM, OAM, RAN was the Reviewing Officer. Commander Tedman assumed Command of Naval Headquarters South Queensland in mid-2013 after a distinguished naval career beginning in 1973 and including service in Iraq, Southern Ocean, East Timor and the Gulf. In his speech to the Cadets, Commander Tedman congratulated the boys on their fine

At this dinner, the new School Cadet Museum, named the Raymond and Collings Room, was unveiled for our guests. In my speech on the night, I explained the rationale behind this name, and I recount the story here:

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favourite sports was Melbourne Rules (AFL), where he often played on the same team as his friend Mervyn Collings. Mervyn Dane Collings was the son of wealthy tea merchants that lived in the exclusive ‘Langdale Estate’ in Brisbane. He attended the Southport School from 1904 to 1907. On the 6 July 1911, Mervyn founded the Old Boys Association (OSA) at a meeting held at the local YMCA. Prior to the OSA, ‘Old Boys’ Notes’ had actually been published in The Southportonian for a number of years, with the first recorded meeting of Old Boys occurring in November 1909 (Mervyn and Archibald Raymond in attendance).

“The first published picture of The Southport School Cadet Unit appears in the November 1907 issue of The Southportonian. The school’s founder, Horace Dixon, sits proudly in the center of photo, uniform immaculately presented. In contrast to the stoic central figure, a seemingly casual bunch of boys are haphazardly seated, uncommitted and irregular poses implying both a sense of familiarity and indifference to the significance of the photograph. Little did they realise that just a few short years later, six of the boys in this photo would never return from The Great War.

Apart from his shared interest in Melbourne Rules Football, Mervyn was an academic, a passionate writer and an avid stamp collector. When Mervyn left school his family connections helped him join the New Zealand Insurance Company’s Brisbane office where he later became its Charters Towers acting manager before enlisting in the AIF soon after war was declared.

In the top right of this photo, and possibly in deliberate placement, stand two great friends, Archibald Hewland Raymond and Mervyn Dane Collings. Their path through TSS as friends, their service to the community, country and school needs to be retold. It is a story that echoes a sense of relevance and meaning, even though it was written over a century ago. Despite his family connections and academic ability, Mervyn joined the AIF as an enlisted soldier in the 15th Battalion. He departed the shores of Australia on the Star Line steamship Ceramic, along with Rupert Goodchild and Hugh Quinn, fellow schoolmates who would also lose their lives at Gallipoli. He landed on the shores of Gallipoli on the late afternoon of 25th April, 1915. Early in the morning of 3rd May, 1915, Turkish forces attacked the post at Pope’s Hill. The advance was repulsed, but Mervyn was killed by a Turkish sniper while digging a communication trench. Archibald Raymond was the son of a sawmiller from Kangaroo Point who attended TSS from 1907 to 1910. He served a Sergeant in the School Cadet Unit and was appointed prefect in his final year of school. Archibald was the quintessential TSS Boy, an all-rounder who was noted as an athlete, rower, cricketer, debater, swimmer and rugby player. At only 5 foot 2 inches, his diminutive stature belied his exceptional athletic abilities. He was a particularly fast sprinter and in the 100yds and 220yds sprint recorded times of 10.2 seconds and 24 seconds respectively. One of his

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Services – Army Cadets CONTINUED SERVICE

The Southport School Cadet Unit continues its history of serving the local community. In 2015, TSSACU provided cenotaph parties and honour guards to a number of commemorative occasions, including ANZAC Day, Korean Veterans Day, Vietnam Veterans’ Day and Kokoda Day. My thanks to the staff and Cadet NCOs for your enthusiasm and tireless effort in making the Cadet Program a success this year, and I look forward to you continuing this good work next year. May the take this opportunity to congratulate each of the 2015 graduates and wish you well for your future as you find your career path as a servant leader. A few months after Mervyn Collings was killed, in October 1915, 2nd Lieutenant Archibald Raymond arrived on the shores of Gallipoli. Despite his humble beginnings, and working in his father’s sawmilling business following schooling, Archibald had applied for a commission and enlisted as an officer in the 2nd Field Battery Artillery. He survived Gallipoli, served in the Middle East at Zaheriah, Heliopolis and Ter-el-Kebir. He was promoted to Captain prior to arriving in France in March 1916. He was described by his soldiers as “rather small and well liked”. Tragically, he was killed by a stray shell in Bancourt L’Abbaye, France on 3rd March 1917 and is buried at Flatiron Copse Cemetery, Mametz, France. He was buried with full military honours with many senior officers in attendance. Lieutenant Colonel G. Stevenson, Commanding Officer of the 2nd Field Artillery Brigade, was kind enough to write to his family and let them know that his ‘cheery presence’ was missed by all. The significance of this story reaches its significance when we discover what came home in his cabin trunk. Following a soldier’s death in The Great War, his effects were carefully gathered up and respectfully sent home to the family. Unfortunately, in the case of Mervyn Collings, his effects where lost among the chaos of the war. This was not the case for Archibald Raymond. In his cabin trunk among items of uniform, issued equipment and printing frames was a small reminder from home. A small silver disc, an inscribed medal ‘100 yds, Championship, Southport School, 1907’. Far from home and 10 years after leaving TSS, Captain Archibald Raymond had taken with him a small keepsake. This medal was more than a reminder of a proud achievement, it was his link to home, it was a link to a school he loved and sense of pride he shared with his friend Mervyn Collings. Despite coming from very different backgrounds, together these two gentleman, both academics and sportsman, had bonded through a love of sport and a fondness for this school. This bond was legitimised through establishing the OSA, where, regardless where you may be in the world, continues to link former students and provide a small reminder of home.”

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It has been a challenging year for the unit with the passing of our Commanding Officer Lieutenant Steve Roberts from cancer. Despite the enormity of this loss to the unit, the Cadets have demonstrated considerable strength and resilience and should be very proud of their efforts this year. TS Southport would not be what it is today without the commitment, dedication and time LEUT Roberts put into the unit. He is irreplaceable and will be sorely missed.

SBLT KEN CONNORS ANC

Commanding Officer, (Acting) Training Ship Southport In 2015 Training Ship Southport’s Ship’s Company included 87 cadets, four appointed officers and three unit support volunteer instructors. Thirty recruits began training and most completed requirements that will allowed them to be promoted at the completion of the Tri-Service Parade.

Our Annual Continuous Training camp on South Stradbroke Island provides the cadets the opportunity to focus on developing the necessary skills for water competency as well as a variety of challenging training and team-building exercises. An important aspect of our camp is dedicated to ‘giving back’ to the school and local community. This year the cadets set about repairing the fencing that surrounds the property and assisting the camp caretaker, Mr Steve Johnson, to replace the radiator in the school four-wheel-drive. Again our senior cadets were given the opportunity for more independent sail training aboard the restored sailing vessel Mr Percival. 338

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The camp provided a challenge for all cadets and the increased teamwork and self-confidence was obvious by the return leg of camp.

TS Southport’s commitment to community service is unsurpassed as the cadets again took on the task of providing catafalque parties, flagbearers, ushers and support staff to a variety of events around the Gold Coast. This year cadets were involved in Orientation Day at TSS, ANZAC Day Services at TSS and St Hilda’s, four separate Community ANZAC Day Commemorations and marches, Battle of the Coral Sea Commemoration, Korean War Veterans’ Service, the Kokoda Anniversary Service, Victory in the Pacific Service, Gold Coast Navy Week Committee Commemoration Service and Remembrance Day Ceremonies. The unit has definitely lived up to their motto of “Leading through Service”.

Being Australia’s largest Navy Cadet unit, TS Southport enjoyed its 21st year as a recognised unit. It also marked the 100th Anniversary of the Gallipoli landing, coinciding with Navy’s year to lead the Tri-Service Graduation Parade. The parade was led by PO Zac McFarlane and PO Andrew Bridle and all are commended for their tremendous performance.


Services – Navy Cadets Greater participation by cadets has resulted in increased numbers of cadets seeking promotion. The interest and participation in additional training sessions for motivated cadets has been pleasing and as such, we hope to have a large number of Leading Seamen attending the promotional course to attain the rank of Petty Officer early next year.

I take this opportunity to thank our staff for their commitment and willingness to give their time to offer an exciting and challenging program for the cadets. If it was not for the experience and patience of our staff the program would not be what it is today. I also wish to thank the Year 12 cadets who chose to remain in cadets and who have really contributed to the success and good name of TS Southport. To PO Zac McFarlane, PO Andrew Bridle, LS Tarrant Cardiff, LS Felix Lester, LS Tim Peterson, AB Greg Gook, AB Austin Holmes, AB Charlie Wells, SMN Tom Ross and SMN Austin Lieder; a huge ‘Bravo Zulu’ to each of you as individuals and to all of you collectively for supporting the unit, passing on skills and modelling positive attitudes. Training Ship Southport is richer for your contributions.

As we look to the future, we are excited about entering our 22nd year as an Australian Navy Cadet unit at The Southport School.

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I had the opportunity this year to chair the TSS Sony Foundation Children’s Holiday Camp and I am very pleased that I took this on. In such ventures, success is not possible without gathering a competent, confident and committed team of staff whose only reward for a huge effort would be to see the transformational effect of the Camp on so many of our boys, both the full companions and the assistants.

ALAN PARSONS

Deputy Headmaster SONY Camp Coordinator

Ms Sophie Wain and Ms Emma Andrews brought with them not only much needed experience and expertise, but more importantly a level of enthusiasm and commitment that was infectious. The camp this year was only made possible through their passionate contribution. Mr Stephen Eardley was without doubt the foundations on which the camp was built. His precamp workshops, organisation and support of the companions throughout the camp, evening debrief sessions and post-camp debrief were crucial in the success of the camp. Mr Karel Bos once again exemplified the contagious effect of positivity and passion, organising activities and engaging companions, assistants and campers in a series of

adventures each day. His ability to improvise and problem solve ensured each activity was both engaging and enjoyable. Mrs Liz Green again assembled an extraordinarily efficient and caring team of highly qualified healthcare professionals who ensured the campers received the best possible medical attention throughout the camp. Mr Tony Watt, Mr Tom Thackray, Mrs Jill Margerison, Mrs Katrina Martin and Mrs Robyn Gibson worked tirelessly each day of the camp assisting wherever needed and supporting the boys when they needed a word of comfort or advice or maybe a few minutes respite. Mrs Jennie Alford was exceptional

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in her organisation of the logistics of accommodation and meals for the camp. Her tireless efforts in ensuring all was in readiness for us are sincerely appreciated. The impact of the Camp on the TSS boys is best seen through their own words. Below are reflections from two of the boys: After two full days of training, instruction and videos, I had some idea about what would happen on the camp. However, nothing could fully prepare me for the actual thing. The 2015 SONY Foundation Children’s Holiday camp brought with it challenges that I had never yet encountered and as such, had a profound and indelible effect on me.

For four days I got to see a glimpse of how children with mental and physical disabilities cope with daily life. For some, it was a walk in the park. For others, it was an outright struggle. Watching these kids and their carers struggle through simple things such as going to the toilet evoked a strong sense of gratitude and understanding in me. I am thankful that I don’t have to look after these kids all the time. Because of that, I have a huge amount of respect and admiration for what their parents must go through. I am also very thankful that I myself don’t have a mental or physical disability and this has made me much happier and more grateful for the life that I have been blessed with.


SONY Camp Something else that really struck me throughout the camp was how much the camper depended on you in order to survive – just in their daily lives. Because of their lack of independence and communication skills, you have to put in a huge amount of effort every day to make sure that they are OK. This means putting the welfare of another person before your own – for the entire day. Up until the camp, this was something I hadn’t really experienced before, and by the end of just the first day I was extremely emotionally and mentally tired.

I think a key reason why the camp had such a profound effect on me (and everyone else) was that we were all doing it together. There was no sense of competition; there were no prizes for first place. Because of this, the mood created around the camp was genial and amiable – a truly supportive environment.

I expected. However, once we went for our first of many strolls we discovered the twins love going for walks. This would become a regular routine. The first nappy change was of course confronting and would seen to be a challenge, but myself, Lachlan and James all helped one another to ensure the job was done quickly and properly. We eventually found a way to change the nappies and make the boys laugh at the same time. The twins seemed to like it when we would put on funny voices when going about daily activities; it seemed to spark them up into laughter. However, for me the most heart-warming and precious moment of the camp was waking up to Jay giggling as soon as he saw me. This for me was special and something I will never forget. Jay went from barely laughing the day before to laughing at me as soon as he woke up. I was very upset when Jay was sick through the night. Lachlan and I were up helping him, making sure he was OK. James also woke to Lachie kicking and wanting to be put in his chair to see if his brother was OK. A beautiful brother moment, it was as if Lachie sensed his brother was sick and had to see if he was all right. Jay ended up at hospital and left me devastated for the next day and a half, but Lachie certainly loved having all the attention as he now had three people looking after him at once. Being able to see Jay one last time was special for me as I didn’t exactly get the goodbye I wanted when he went to the hospital. Seeing his lovely and supportive parents also made me feel upset inside as I couldn’t come to the realisation that people as nice as them have looked after these boys every day since they were born in the condition they are in. I certainly am fortunate for who I am and am proud of myself for undergoing this amazing camp with an even more amazing camper.

SONY camp has opened my eyes to a world I have never seen or experienced before and this has made a profound and indelible effect on my personal outlook on life.

The days leading up to the camp I was scared. Scared that things may be tougher than I first thought. It wasn’t until the last training day I thought to myself, I have to get over my fear and put in the hard yards for the next few days. My first time meeting Lachlan and Jay didn’t turn out to be the ideal greeting as they were both unsettled as soon as the boys got out of the car. They had what we would see a number of times throughout the camp, and that was their tantrums. This was first confronting to me, as it clearly wasn’t what

The experiences these boys were exposed to through their participation in the Sony Camp this year will be with them long after they have forgotten much of what we have taught them about maths, history, English and science. This has been an authentic life experience and educational opportunity shared by the boys, the campers and the staff. We have all benefited from this extraordinary adventure.

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Speech & Variety Club ...now you’re talking!

This year the TSS Speech Variety Club boasted a membership of 70 boys from Year 7 to Year 12. Speech activities revolved around Impromptu Speech, Prepared Speech and Evaluation.

MAJOR AWARDS FOR 2015 IMPROMPTU SPEECH

Year 7 1st................................ Keenan Schlaphoff

TSS SPEECH AND VARIETY CLUB PHILOSOPHY

2nd............................Vishaak Gangasandra

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3rd.....................................Max Fuhrmann

To increase confidence in public speaking.

b. To develop the art of speaking and listening to others and to respect fellow speakers. c.

To have fun and enjoy speaking to an audience.

Year 8 1st.......................................... Jeremy Kelly 2nd.................................... Jock Thompson 3rd.......................................Joe Fuhrmann

d. To become more articulate and to have a good command of the English Language.

Year 9

e. To enhance Leadership skills

2nd.......................................... Saxon Wood

1st.........................................Ethan Mahon 3rd.............................................Harry Cox

JOHN WALLACE

Speech Variety Club Coordinator

The Club has been most successful due to the enthusiasm of the boys and the tremendous support of parents. Mrs Karen Plant has completed her 21st year as Accomplished Toastmaster Assistant and she was ably assisted by fellow teaching colleague Mrs Carolyn Nelson, who will continue in her role next year. Also assisting throughout the year has been staff member Mr David Ellis (Competition evening ). A huge thank you to Mrs Karen Martin for the publishing of meeting reports in the Newsletters and Mr Dan Sleeman for photography for The Southportonian.

Honourable Mentions Noah Purza-Page Noah Robinson James Box Ben Owen James Smith Foster Lane Tom Fuhrmann Oscar Churchill Bradley Munro Jed Heslop. INTERMEDIATE COMPETITION IMPROMPTU SPEECH

1st........................................ Angus Cowan 2nd............................................... Joel Gray 3rd................................Sebastian Greenup

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Speech Variety Honourable Mentions Vikram Nedunchezhian Robert McCullough

Honourable Mention Senior Main Speech Joel Gray, Vikram Nedunchezhian, Ben Hansen and Callum Grimes.

SENIOR COMPETITION

Junior Declamation Champion Oscar Churchill

IMPROMPTU SPEECH

1st........................................Lachlan Myatt

Senior Declamation Champion...................................Jesse Layt

2nd.....................................Callum Grimes

Winning House Declamations........................ McKinley House

3 ............................................ James Blok rd

Honourable Mentions Marcus Di Bella Joel Rasmussen

ATTENDANCE AWARDS 2015

Max Fuhrmann Joe Fuhrmann Tom Fuhrmann Saxon Wood Oscar Churchill James Blok Noah Robinson Kye Kanemura Alex Shields Vishaak Gangasandra James Smith Foster Lane Ethan Mahon Jeremy Kelly Ben Owen Oliver Martin

Novice Main Speech Champion Vishaak Gangasandra Junior Main Speech Champion Saxon Wood Honourable Mention Junior and Novice Main Speech Kye Kanemura Noah Robinson Joe Fuhrmann Foster Lane James Smith Jeremy Kelly Oscar Churchill Maximilian Murray Alex Shields Ethan Mahon Senior Main Speech Champion James Blok

MAJOR TROPHIES 2015

Joel Corrigan Memorial Award................ Vishaak Gangasandra Junior Member of the Year......................................Saxon Wood Senior Member of the Year....................................... James Blok Magda Saffa Spirit Award............................................. Joel Gray Sidney Cotton Trophy......................... Vikram Nedunchezhian

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2015 has been the best and most successful swimming season The Southport School has ever had! The swimming program has gone from strength to strength every year, and the jump forward this season has been our biggest improvement to date. The GPS Championship was the first major high of the season with TSS winning the premiership by a recordbreaking margin of 41 points. We also claimed more relay points than ever before, which meant more relay points than any other school. This really showed the strength and depth of the program (73 points out of a potential 100). Out of the 42 events seven swims were TSS GPS records. LIAM DU FEU

Director of Swimming

The Years 5-7 competition was also our best result ever, finishing in second place just four points behind the winners. Last year the 5-7s placed second by over 100 points!

Well done to the GPS Captain Max Statham who kicked off the Years 8-12 competition in style with an impressive 400m freestyle win as well as racing the last event of the day, the winning 6x50m freestyle relay. Well done also to the GPS Junior Captain Jake Kersten. Jake had an outstanding day, leading by example, winning more points than any other member of the team! Jake claimed first place in the 50m freestyle, 100m backstroke and second in the 200m freestyle. Jake was also part of the GPS record breaking 4 x 50m medley relay, leading the relay in a school and club record for the 50m backstroke! Thank you to Stephen Eardley, Bruce Curtis, Brad Carter and Sam Lobascher for their hard work throughout the season.

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TSS Aquatics success has also been outstanding. David Morgan became the school’s first-ever Australian Swimming Dolphin (who trains permanently at TSS). He competed at this year’s World Swimming Championships in Kazan and swam superbly claiming a silver medal in the 4x100m medley relay. The team finished just 0.15 seconds behind the United States. Another outstanding result at the Worlds came from TSS Aquatic swimmer Jess Walker. She finished fifth in the 5km Open Water competition. Chris WalkerHebborn was one of two TSS Old Boys competing in Kazan who were both part of the highly successful Offshore Centre. Chris claimed gold as part of the world record-breaking 4 x 100m mixed medley relay team for Great Britain! Also competing at the World Championships was New Zealand swimmer Emma Robinson. TSS schoolboys Dom Richardson and Grayson Bell qualified for the Junior World Championships in Singapore as well as TSS Old Boy Josh Parrish and current TSS High Performance Coach Chris Nesbit. All three boys won National Championships at the age group competition in April. TSS Aquatic won the gold medal table to the first time ever at this year’s Australian National Age Championships. Included in the results was our first-ever Australian Age Group National Record in the 4 x 200m boys freestyle relay. The team was made up by TSS schoolboys past and present – Jake Kersten, Dom Richardson, Max Statham and Josh Parrish. TSS Aquatic also retained the Queensland State Championship trophy (December 2014) after winning the competition for the first time ever in 2013. TSS Swimming is most definitely on the map. The World Championship Trials showed the TSS logo a total of 50 times in eight days of televised coverage on HD One – the school hoodies and swimming caps standing out so well on TV. The TSS flag is flying very high at the pool!


Swimming

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Swimming YEAR 12 FIRST ROW:

D. RICHARDSON, J. CASHMAN, J. KERSTEN, M. STATHAM, G. BELL, C. USHER, C. VAN DER LAAN

SECOND ROW: C. NESBIT, S. GOADBY, D. O’NEILL, S. MACKAY-PAYNE, T. UNDERWOOD, J. NIELSEN, L. DU FEU

SENIOR GPS SWIM TEAM FIRST ROW:

S. MACKAY-PAYNE, D. O’NEILL, S. GOADBY, D. RICHARDSON, J. CASHMAN, J. KERSTEN, M. STATHAM, G. BELL, C. USHER, C. VAN DER LAAN, T. UNDERWOOD, J. NIELSEN

SECOND ROW: K. BARRY, T. REDLER, R. HIROSE, E. COLE, J. JONES, T. DAVIS, J. HARDY, R. GOODHEW, L. PEARCE, L. ARTHUR, B. SENDEN, J. GILES THIRD ROW:

MR C. NESBIT, M. OSBORN, J. HOPKINS, D. BOON-TENNET, K. LOWE, J. RUTHERFORD, F. BAILDEN, T. VAN DER SCHYFF, C. KENNEDY-LEVERETT, M. HARRIS, L. BRUCE, W. THILWIND, T. FURHMANN, MR L. DU FEU

FOURTH ROW: D. ROBERTSON, L. PARRISH, H. FRENCH, H. KENNEDY, J. HARDESS, J. BRINSMEAD, M. KERSTEN, S. ARTHUR, G. NIELD, W. STATHAM, Z. MAHER, G. ORSMOND FIFTH ROW:

J. NIELD, R. EWING, J. DEVLIN, W. TAYLOR, E. MCLEOD, N. THORNBOURGH, M. VAN DER SCHYFF, K. SKIPPS, R. KING, J. WARE, K. KANEMURA, S. SMITH

PREP GPS SWIM TEAM SEATED ROW:

W. MARSHALL, M. KANNEMANN, H. GRAY, W. ELL, R. KENNEDY, K. GEMERI, J. RANSBY, S. WOLFENDEN

SECOND ROW: C. VEIVERS, Z. HOWARD, T. CONDON, B. CAMPBELL, L. CHABERT, C. CARTISANO, R. COLLIER

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THIRD ROW:

Z. CRAIN, W. THILWIND, J. DONOVAN, M. BRANCH, L. ROWLES, J. SA

ABSENT:

N. BALTUS, S. FERRIS-NATHAN, L. FREE, L. GOLDIE, T. HANCOCK, G. PAUGA, N. PHILLIPS, N. ROBINSON, Z. ROSSITER, T. SCHWERKOLT, C. VELE, L. WHELAN

COACH:

MR D. PROUD


Tennis In the 2015 season, TSS Tennis signalled a warning to the Queensland GPS competition that they are a serious contender for the title in years to come. Under new Director David Hodge and Head Coach Kaden Hensel the program saw a record number of participants across all grades this year and there is certainly a buzz surrounding the program. The team welcomed tournament players into school representative duties and witnessed vast improvements in results, events, facilities, training schedule, fundraising efforts, uniforms, coaching and support.

Unfortunately we lose some valued seniors this year and hope to have their continued support as the program progresses. Their leadership throughout the year was pivotal in setting the stage for the success of our current group of young guns.

DAVID HODGE

Director of Tennis

Our First IV competed hard all season recording wins over traditional foes, including Nudgee, Toowoomba Grammar, Ipswich Grammar and Gregory Terrace. Arguably the most improved player of the competition was our own Max McCarthy, who was supported by performances from Rocco Taplin and stalwarts Jesse Russell and Captain Tim Peterson.

The future of TSS Tennis looks bright with our 2015 Team of the Year being the Grade 7 As of Jack McCarthy, Alexey Shtengelov, Jack Humrich and Thomas Schwerkolt. They came within a whisker of taking out the competition. The individual MVP award went to William Timoney who saw action in the First IV but anchored the 9As.

Record numbers and interest within the Prep School and a fast-improving squad will keep the competition fierce for the top spots next year. The Prep courts literally overflowed each afternoon and the enthusiasm was contagious. Senior School courts were resurfaced in April in traditional TSS colours with block TSS logo beyond all baselines. The surface was also slowed to accommodate technical and tactical development. The result was fantastic and it is a welcome sight as you arrive on campus!

Fresh events were added to this year’s tennis calendar with our pre-season camp and Welcome Evening attracting record numbers, with the Tennis Festival as a finale. Plenty of fun was had throughout the evening during the mini

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Tennis tennis challenge, team awards and raffles amid some great music and food vendors. Mark the Tennis Festival on your calendar for 2016!

It’s easy to say TSS had the most experienced coaches in the GPS competition with a mix of ex-professional coaches and Grand Slam players committing to take TSS Tennis to the next level. Kaden Hensel, Sophie Letcher, Ross Taylor, Tom George, Beck Meares, Patrick Yelland and Old Boy Ben Dolan set a standard that we are committed to replicating in 2016.

The program is looking to keep our support structures and facility improving to match our players’ improvements on the court. Plans have been made for exciting upgrades to our clubhouse, players room and court surrounds. The TSS tennis coaches and Friends of Tennis support group are working hard to ensure the best environment for TSS players. It’s an exciting time to be a part of the team!

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FIRST IV TENNIS LEFT TO RIGHT: R. TAPLIN, T PETERSON, J. RUSSELL, M MCCARTHY, MR K. HENSEL, MR D. HODGE

YEAR 11D TENNIS LEFT TO RIGHT: E. LAM, O. GALLAGHER, B. HANSEN, B. BLUNDELL, MR B. DOLAN, MR D. HODGE

YEAR 10B TENNIS LEFT TO RIGHT: I. JACKSON, K. JO, H. GREEN, J. MCLEAN, MR D. HODGE

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YEAR 11A TENNIS LEFT TO RIGHT: R. SMITH, J. KANN, Z. BERNEY, J. JOHNSON, MR B. DOLAN, MR D. HODGE

YEAR 10A TENNIS LEFT TO RIGHT: L. CHESTERMAN, D. LEON, H. KING, V. NEDUNCHEZHIAN, MR D. HODGE

YEAR 10C TENNIS LEFT TO RIGHT: M. BLACK, G. MORTON, O. HALL, L. READ, MR D. HODGE


Tennis

YEAR 9A TENNIS LEFT TO RIGHT: T. NICHOLSON, T. ZHU, W. TIMONEY, M. HARRIS, MR T. GEORGE, MR D. HODGE

YEAR 8A TENNIS LEFT TO RIGHT: J. WARE, C. HANRAHAN, A. TIMONEY, A. KITCHIN, MR P. YELLAND, MR D. HODGE

YEAR 8C TENNIS LEFT TO RIGHT: B. OWEN, T. YOUNG, W. MUIR, S. CHARLTON, MR P. YELLAND, MR D. HODGE

YEAR 9D TENNIS LEFT TO RIGHT: C. HAWKINS, T. ZHANG, L. NICHOLLS, G. SINCLAIR, MR T. GEORGE, MR D. HODGE

YEAR 8B TENNIS LEFT TO RIGHT: J. CLAXTON, G. ORSMOND, K. NEWITT, M. MANLEY, MR P. YELLAND, MR D. HODGE

YEAR 8D TENNIS LEFT TO RIGHT: C. GREY, A. MILLS, H. BURDON, H. FRENCH, MR P. YELLAND, MR D. HODGE

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YEAR 7A TENNIS LEFT TO RIGHT: J. HUMRICH, T. SCHWERKOLT, A. SHTENGELOV, J. MCCARTHY, MR R. TAYLOR, MR D. HODGE

YEAR 7C TENNIS LEFT TO RIGHT: S. LEDINGHAM, O. PORTELLI, T. JACOBSON, J. BURNETT, MR R. TAYLOR, MR D. HODGE

COACHING STAFF SEATED ROW:

B. DOLAN, D. HODGE, S. LETCHER

FIRST ROW:

T. GEORGE, P. YELLAND, K. HENSEL, R. TAYLOR

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YEAR 7B TENNIS LEFT TO RIGHT: S. ROBINSON, N. CLOSE-INNIS, G. GIBSON, O. WEIR, MR R. TAYLOR, MR D. HODGE

YEAR 7D TENNIS LEFT TO RIGHT: C. BASKUS, B. ARSCOTT, D. HUMPHREY, W. CULLIMORE, MR R. TAYLOR, MR D. HODGE



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Director of Sport Report

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