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Impact Report
Our Purpose Brisbane Grammar School educates boys within a strong learning culture that is innovative yet respectful of its traditions, by nurturing their intellectual, physical and emotional wellbeing to become thoughtful and confident men of character who contribute to their communities.
Our Ambition Brisbane Grammar School aspires to be the best school for boys in Australia, and an international leader in teaching and learning. The School is committed to offering premium educational and leadership opportunities for boys of all backgrounds, strengthening its global connections, and building a vibrant school community among students, parents, staff, Old Boys and the broader society.
Our Values • Endeavour • Learning • Respect • Leadership • Community
Our Motto nil sine labore — nothing without work
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Chairman’s Message Professor John Humphrey In 2019, it was my privilege to succeed Howard Stack as the Chair of the Board of Trustees. In his 29 years at the helm, Howard has left the School with a transformative legacy, with the Middle School, the Indoor Sports Centre, The Lilley Centre and the Northgate playing fields notable infrastructure achievements from his time as Chair. Even with the hard work of Trustees and staff, none of this would have been possible without the support of generous donors – parents, past and present, and Old Boys with an eye towards the future. The 2019 Impact Report shows that this desire to ‘pay it forward’ is strong within the BGS community. The School is very grateful to those parents and former students who recognise that their own BGS experience has been enhanced by gifts from previous generations, and who contribute knowing boys of the future will benefit. Contributing to a bursary is also a powerful way to invest in the future. To date, $15.5M has been donated to the Year Group Bursary program. The target to raise $20M to support 10% of our students looks to be
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within reach and I thank you. Without the generosity of the Old Boy who gifted a remarkable $2,807,000 to needs-based bursaries, we would not be so close. A report detailing our investment with the Queensland Investment Corporation (QIC) can be found on pages 36 and 37. We acknowledge with gratitude parents, Old Boys and community members, named on pages 28 to 31, who have supported the Bursary Fund since the beginning of 2017. In this fast-changing and increasingly complex and competitive educational environment, our challenge is to always look to the future. As the new Chair of the Board of Trustees, I would like to describe my vision for Brisbane Grammar School, and how I believe it can
be the best school for boys in Australia. My experience as Executive Dean of the Faculty of Law at the Queensland University of Technology has provided me with insight into the contemporary Australian tertiary education system and an understanding of emerging trends in education and the associated technology. While our achievements are many, to maintain our position as the top-performing academic school in Queensland we need to plan and invest in the future now. The School’s STEAM project will ensure our educational offering keeps pace with the rapid changes we all face – particularly our young people. STEAM – Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and
Even with the hard work of Trustees and staff, none of this would have been possible without the support of generous donors – parents, past and present, and Old Boys with an eye toward the future.
Mathematics – is far more than a building to house classrooms for these disciplines. In this new learning space, as detailed on pages 16 to 19, students will develop the skills to critically assess the problems in front of them and collaborate with their peers across
disciplines to find solutions. This will give our boys an enormous advantage. To realise the STEAM Precinct, the BGS community must supplement government funding by raising $10M. In 2019, Howard Stack kicked off the fundraising with a $299,500 donation, as
part of his $1M pledge. This is an incredible start, and I hope his leadership and commitment to the future will inspire other generous donations. Please know that every donation is welcome and greatly appreciated. A full list of our generous donors begins on page 24.
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Headmaster’s Message Anthony Micallef
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As Headmaster and a teacher of long standing, I’ve noticed that the school year takes on a certain rhythm. Students and staff arrive fresh and full of optimism in January. We then work diligently and hopefully through the months of teaching and learning, academic assessment, cocurricular activities and GPS sports. There are always highs and lows along the way, but certain aspects of the school year are predictable, expected and comforting. Not so this year. At time of writing, the BGS community is challenged by one of the biggest crises the world has ever faced, and there is nothing predictable about the COVID-19 pandemic. At this unnerving time, it really is wonderful to be able to reflect on the community that surrounds Brisbane Grammar School – past and present parents, students, volunteers and Old Boys who still value all that the School does to educate the young men of the future. We are a community marked by inclusiveness and generosity, and we should take a moment to take heart from that. This spirit of generosity is very much evident in the 2019 Impact Report. I thank you for continuing to support the boys at Brisbane Grammar School,
particularly those who benefit from the Year Group Bursary program. This last year we reached $15.5M in donations from Old Boys to assist boys who otherwise would not be able to take advantage of the educational opportunities at BGS. You can read more about a bursary’s impact on page 21.
Your contribution is essential and very much appreciated by teachers, staff and the boys of BGS. Generosity is also the hallmark of all those parents who volunteer in the Tuckshop and Grammar Shop, at sports fixtures, music concerts and fundraising events. You are the lifeblood of our community. As one of our featured volunteers Graham Bell notes, ‘The excellence of these schools often depends on the commitment of the parents.’ I couldn’t have said it better myself. Read more about former
Trustee Judith Bell and husband Graham on page 10. Their love of the arts is an uplifting delight. Graham and Judith were honoured at the 2019 Betty Howell Awards, which recognise volunteers who go above and beyond expectations to make BGS excellent. Please turn to page 8 to read more about the winners of this important award. Of course, no parent’s contribution goes unsung. I would like to acknowledge the collective efforts of all who contribute to the Parents and Friends’ Association. Last year, the P&F donated $250,000 towards the ongoing refurbishment of Harlin House and continue to honour their 2017 pledge of $500,000 over five years for a P&F Bursary. Your contribution is essential and very much appreciated by teachers, staff and the boys of BGS. One of our tasks is to instil a sense of belonging in our students – with the other boys that make up the School, and beyond to the wider community. These young men will have challenges to deal with and problems to solve, and we continue to work towards preparing them for this future. Thank you for making a difference.
Generosity is the hallmark of all those parents who volunteer in the Tuckshop and Grammar Shop, at sports fixtures, music concerts and fundraising events. You are the lifeblood of our community.
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Celebrating our volunteers When so much feels uncertain, it is reassuring to reflect on just what the BGS community has achieved through generosity of spirit and camaraderie. The Tuckshop and Grammar Shop, Open Day, sporting fixtures, music concerts, the Art Show – these are all successful thanks to the work of parents, Old Boys and other volunteers. In 2019, Brisbane Grammar School’s Parents and Friends’ Association (P&F) and members of the Old Boys’ Association (OBA) once again had a significant impact, creating a rewarding experience for students, families and Old Boys. Every parent at BGS is a member of the P&F Association. The P&F acts as an umbrella organisation for BGS support groups associated with individual sports or activities. In 2019, over 600 parent volunteers were involved with the various association groups, in the P&F Auxiliary-run Grammar Shop and Tuckshop, and through support groups for sports and activities. In 2019, the P&F once again made an enormous contribution to the running of the School, through donated volunteer hours and fundraising for resources and equipment. Combined, the
support groups raised $564,557 last year. This income goes back to the School to fund short and longterm projects. In 2019, the P&F donated $250,000 towards the ongoing refurbishment of Harlin House and continue to honour their 2017 pledge of $500,000 over five years for a P&F Bursary. Parents are encouraged to take an active role in the P&F to benefit their son and his activities, make friends, and enhance their own school journey. Several parent volunteers involved in the P&F are also active members of the OBA, which strengthens the School community.
Sincere thanks to all our wonderful volunteers involved in the P&F support groups: • Art Support Group • Basketball – Hardwood Club • Cricket – Willow Club • Fencing – Musketeers • Gymnastics – MAGS • Moogerah – Moogs • Music • Rowing – Tipperoo • Rugby – Normanby Blues • Sailing – Spinnakers • Soccer – Wembley Club • Tennis – Wimbledon Club
t Open Day Volunteers 2019 Tipperoo Committee members Jim MacPherson, Dane Lockyer and Tony Young
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Betty Howell Awards The Betty Howell Awards are presented by the Board of Trustees to recognise volunteers who exemplify selfless service and contribution to the School. In 2019, Mrs Betty Howell, at 93 years of age, presented the awards named in her honour to a group of passionate BGS volunteers. Mrs Howell spoke fondly of her many years as a
volunteer and the pleasure and satisfaction she had received in return. This year, six awards were received by 10 members of our BGS community. Members of the BGS community are encouraged nominate volunteers whose significant contributions are worth acknowledging.
Awardees 2011 Geoff Clarke ‘64 Marion Ham Norman Hirst ‘46 Betty Vann 2012 Patsy Brusasco AM Bill Byth ‘44 Valda Byth* 2013 Alan Ernst ‘63 Judy Mewing Richard Rowles ‘72 2014 Ann Lazenby Northgate Medical Team 2015 Alice Stephens Elizabeth Kendall
2016 Rhonda Cochrane* Ian Whittle ‘66* Shauna Schulz 2017 Richard Theile ‘82 Anne Hewitt 2018 Louise Edmonds Mrs Barr-David 2019 Graham & Judith Bell Ian Reeves OAM Leah Edwards Craig & Kirsten Whip Marcus & Christine Tod Jonathan ‘85 & Julie Cichero
* Deceased
Nominations for the 2020 Betty Howell Awards open 15 July 2020. Contact Carla Hardy for more information Email carla.hardy@brisbanegrammar.com 2019 Betty Howell Awards Trustee Chris Morton ’73 with Betty Howell and award recipients u
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Judith & Graham Bell Graham and Judith Bell’s lightfilled apartment reflects a lifetime of passionate art collection and patronage – paintings hang on every inch of wall space, and ceramics, carvings and beautiful rugs colour every surface. One work no longer on their walls is a four-panel etching by Melbourne artist Graham Fransella, which now hangs in Brisbane Grammar School’s Centenary Hall. “Our son (Patrick, BGS School Captain 1991), went looking for
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it one day and was surprised to hear Mr Micallef now gets a chance to admire it every time he addresses the school assembly,” Graham laughs. “He keeps telling me not to have another ‘Fransella moment’ – he’d like to choose a few paintings for himself, and he will, of course. But by giving art to the school, the boys have a chance to appreciate it. The couple’s generosity springs from a sincere belief in the power of art, a theme Judith touched on when she opened the
50th BGS Art Show Aurum last year. “This is a civilised place, an egalitarian meritocracy, and art benefits all… It is a shared environment which gives pride, comfort, a sense of belonging. It lifts the spirits. It makes one thoughtful,” she said. Meritocracy is a value close to her heart. Judith tested the School’s sense of meritocracy when she she became one of the first two women appointed to the BGS Board of Trustees in 1995.
the leadership of recently retired Chair Howard Stack. “One of Howard’s great achievements was that he created a sense of collegiality. I came in for a lot of ribbing, but it was warm. Not only did they get a woman, but they got a woman of progressive views. Diversity of opinion around the board table can only be a good thing,” Judith said. Before her appointment, Judith and Graham knew the School well, because of Patrick’s prowess on the cricket field. “I was never a cricketer,” Graham said. “Patrick just seemed to have natural skills, and he and Dean Reeves were chosen for the First XI in Year 9. I was standing under a tree one day and I think
“But the best thing we did was name it the Willow Club. It’s the best name of all the support groups,” Graham laughs. Like many people with a long-standing relationship to the School, Judith says the friendships she’s made have been important. “I play bridge with a group of women, and we became friends when our boys were at BGS. Our sons are now 45, so it’s over 30 years. That’s great. And when we go to the sports events, such as the cricket breakfast, there are so many people we know, and that’s lovely.” Graham also sees the practical need for volunteers. “You do feel a part of the community of the School, but it’s a way of keeping fees down. Parents do a great deal
It was new territory for an old institution with its strong masculine ethos. But gradually, over the years, these people became my good friends. And the place didn’t fall down. Judith & Graham Bell p With their extensive home art collection
Initially, Judith said, her welcome was less than warm. “It was new territory for an old institution with its strong masculine ethos. But gradually, over the years, these people became my good friends. And the place didn’t fall down.” Far from it. Her very productive 16 years on the Board saw the opening of the Northgate Playing Fields, the Indoor Sports Centre, the Middle School and The Lilley Centre – all achievements Judith credits to
it was Ronnie (Cochrane) who said, ‘You’re going to be around watching the cricket for a long time, why don’t you start a cricket support group?’. And here I was thinking I was just enjoying the cricket! “Ian Reeves and I started modestly, but when Greg Chappell turned up to a meeting, because his son Stephen played, that gave us a bit of cachet,” Graham said. “We introduced things they still do. We thought the cricket boys needed a bit of civilising, so instead of them packing up their kit bags and going home we started little functions where the captains of both teams made a speech and had tea and bikkies.
of work that raises a lot of money. This would have to come from fees otherwise. The excellence of these schools often depends on the commitment of the parents. They make an enormous contribution.” Judith and Graham Bell’s own contribution was recognised in last year’s Betty Howell Awards, which acknowledge the actions and achievements of those who have gone above and beyond expectations for the School community. Inevitably, the conversation turns back to art. “The Art Show is a very important part of that”, Graham adds. “It involves many parents and much work, and as a result BGS is developing a significant collection.”
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Contributing to a bursary, either with your year group or your family, gives a deserving boy who wouldn’t otherwise get the opportunity the chance to come to Grammar. - Dr Michael Forrest, BGS Old Boy ‘87
BGS Old Boys from all years are encouraged to pass on the advantage of a BGS education to future generations.
Give now Visit giving.brisbanegrammar.com/bursary-fund/year-group-bursaries Email inma.beaumont@brisbanegrammar.com
Telephone +61 7 3834 5212
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Old Boys’ Association Connecting Our Community The Brisbane Grammar School Old Boys’ Association (OBA) continued to strengthen the BGS community with a number of successful events in 2019. In June, the Old Boys welcomed the whole BGS community to The Jam – Band Battle ‘19 at The Triffid thanks to the generous support of John Collins ‘87. It was a brilliant night, with Old Boy musicians spanning more than 50 years, from the Class of 1961 (Bryan McLennan of Deafadders) to the Class of 2015 (the incredible
Finance Event 74 attended Old Boy panellists: - John Greig ‘80 - Richard Wheeler ‘99 - Shayne Gilbert ‘87 - Stephen Bizzell ‘84 - Tom Hodgkinson ‘00 - John Robson ‘03 Moderator – Chris Titley ‘88
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With Blue and Pryde Creek). The array of talent and the diversity of musical inspiration on display meant that there was something for everyone in the audience. Younger Old Boys benefited from the OBA’s industry-specific professional networking events. In a practical show of support for new graduates, several established Old Boys shared their professional experience at two well-attended evenings. The Professional Networking Finance event, hosted by Deloitte, featured an Old Boy panel
moderated by Chris Titley ‘98. The panel provided valuable insights for 70 Old Boys interested in studying or currently working in finance. The second Professional Networking event of the year was themed around Property. It was great to see experienced Old Boys and aspiring property professionals sharing their knowledge. An expert panel of Old Boys reflected on their careers and provided valuable insights into the future of the property industry.
Property Event 76 attended Old Boy panellists: - Damon Warat ‘02, Ray White Ascot - Sam McLeod ‘08, Kaufland Australia - Sam Higgins ‘82, Argus Commercial & Industrial Corporation - Simon McGuire ‘90, Aurora Pacific Project Managers - Hamilton Wilson ‘78, Wilson Architects - Marcus Mulholland ‘86, Town Planner
Old Boys
volunteer as tutors
155
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employed at BGS
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STEAM Precinct While six decades of remarkable scientific and technological innovation have ensured our lives today look radically different from the 1950s, the BGS Science laboratories look the same. These teaching facilities have served us well for over 60 years, but they no longer satisfy the demands of the School’s current teaching methods and learning dispositions. Our vision is to replace these ageing classrooms and laboratories with a new STEAM Precinct, creating an environment that excites, engages and inspires both our students and their teachers and promotes deeper and richer learning. The acronym STEAM –
Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics – refers not just to these standalone disciplines, but rather a way of thinking. STEAM represents the skills required to apply scientific method. This includes observing, forming questions, making predictions, designing and carrying out experiments, hypothesising and discussing projected outcomes. STEAM education is an approach to learning that uses these disciplines as access points for guiding student inquiry, dialogue, and critical thinking. Why combine the sciences with the arts? Exposure to a collaborative and creative environment where
diverse disciplines work together to solve real-world problems will equip our boys with vital technical and social skills that will give them a competitive advantage at university and in the workplace. BGS has educated generations of leaders in Queensland, Australia and the world. The STEAM Precinct will help us educate the next generation of Australia’s leaders, who will in turn work to improve the lives of those within their communities and solve some of the world’s most complex challenges.
The future is here.
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Be part of our future The STEAM Precinct will be the largest capital project and most ambitious in the School’s history. To create this transformative precinct, we need your support. The total cost for the project is estimated at $70M, funded from reserves, borrowing and philanthropic support. Of equal importance is our ambition for 10% of our student cohort (170 students) to be supported by needs-based bursaries, enabling boys from a wide cross-section of our community to access a BGS education. We aim to raise an additional $5M to support this goal. Your support of the STEAM Precinct or the Bursary Fund will lead Queensland into a new era of education and will signpost BGS as one of the best schools for boys in Australia. Most importantly, it will better prepare our boys for the new world.
100% of your gift goes to supporting BGS boys.
Contact Inma Beaumont for a confidential discussion Telephone 0407 996 794 Email inma.beaumont@brisbanegrammar.com
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2019 Fundraising Report Significant gifts An anonymous donor gifted $2,807,000 to needs-based bursaries. Former BGS Chairman Howard Stack ‘62 & Hilary Stack donated $299,500 to the STEAM Precinct, continuing to honour his $1M pledge. The P&F Auxiliary donated $250,000 towards Harlin House refurbishments & continue to honour their 2017 pledge of $500,000 over five years for a needsbased P&F Bursary. 10 BGS community members set the Ron Cochrane Bursary in motion donating $32,043. Old Boy Rod Thorburn ‘54 will fund the Rodney Thorburn Bursary through a bequest of $500,000.
Total raised
$4,289,889 Gifts
Donors
466
299
Giving destinations
$735,881 infrastructure projects
$3,536,042 bursarial support for boys in financial need
$8,041
new library resources
$9,925 BGS sports
Impact of a bursary Charles Vincent McMahon Bursary When BGS Old Boy Charles Vincent McMahon ’08 tragically died in a vehicle accident in 2011, his fellow Old Boys vowed to keep his memory alive. Each year the group of former boarding students meet on the anniversary of Charles’ passing to celebrate his life. They have now taken this a step further by establishing the Charles Vincent McMahon Bursary to honour his memory and give a country boy in need the opportunity to attend BGS. Country brothers, professional rugby player Tom Murday ‘06 and exploration geologist Jack Murday ‘08, were the main drivers behind the creation of the bursary. The pair attended BGS on bursaries and realised the impact of paying it forward. Growing up on their family farm in Mossman in Far North Queensland, a BGS education seemed a distant aspiration for the Murdays. The initial donors to the 1943 Year Group Bursary bridged this gap. Jack became a member of the Harlin House boarding community and was challenged in the classroom to question, reason and learn. “When I graduated, the most difficult thing was not finding something to occupy the next stage of my life, but choosing from the many opportunities that awaited me,” he said. Jack has since travelled the world as a geologist. Charles – a fellow country boy, Harlin House member and
close friend – had a significant impact on Jack’s BGS experience. “Charles brought his set of skills and knowledge of the land to his classmates,” Jack said. “I remember making homemade stock whips with him and cracking them at school. Day students would eagerly await his return from school holidays to hear his most recent tales.” Michael McMahon, Charles’ father, said his son thought the world of BGS. “He always spoke of his friendships and time at the boarding house,” he said. “He formed strong, close friendships in Harlin House, Jack Murday being one of them. Their camaraderie was great. “Charles’ friends always do something to celebrate his life on 16 September,” Michael said. “This year, they came down to the farm and stayed for a couple of days. Sometimes they stay in Brisbane and have a barbecue together and cook lamb chops, one of Charles’ favourites.” It was on one of these occasions that Jack and his friends developed the idea to create the Charles Vincent McMahon Bursary to give a boy from the bush the opportunity to attend BGS. “We were overwhelmed when we heard the boys wanted to create a bursary in honour of Charles,” Michael said. “It is a great idea that will benefit another boy.” Charles’ mother Annie said it was important to include boys from the country at the
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School. “Charles did this and now another boy can bring the country to BGS.” Jack said all students benefited from the diversity bursaries bring to the School. “I think it is important, not only for the bursary recipient to receive the opportunity for a BGS education, but also for other students to experience and learn from boys from different backgrounds. “After speaking with my bursary donors from the 1943 Year Group, I found it hard to express my appreciation for the life-changing opportunities they gave me,” Jack said. “I came to realise that the best way to repay this goodwill was to pass it on to the next generation.”
To support the Charles Vincent McMahon Bursary contact Inma Beaumont Telephone 0407 996 794 Email inma.beaumont@brisbanegrammar.com
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Old Boy’s legacy lives on It’s a far cry to go from earning three shillings as a school sweeper to living in a stately home many years later. This was the journey of Old Boy Frank Walker (1897), the most significant benefactor to Brisbane Grammar School in the postwar years. Walker was born in the small Queensland town of Springsure in 1879, later moving to Brisbane with his family and attending Kelvin Grove Boys’ State School where his father was headmaster. He proved to be a star pupil, winning a government scholarship and the chance to attend BGS from 1893 to 1897. Walker said his family, like many others, was hit hard by the prevailing economic depression. Walker was awarded the Lilley Silver Medal Upper School in 1895, passing the Sydney University Senior examination in nine subjects in 1897. His school career was impacted by a dose of typhoid in Sixth Form. He said that it was a terrible blow to not go to university, finishing fourth for one of only three open scholarships awarded. He later found out that Headmaster Reginald Heber Roe and the Trustees had tried to get the Sydney University authorities to let him sit the exam again. “Had I passed, it was Dad’s idea for me to take up medicine,
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which I hated and was quite unsuited for,” Walker said. Instead, he entered the public service and took up engineering in the Electrical Engineers Branch of the Postmaster General’s Department, rising through the ranks to become Assistant Superintending Engineer before retiring to Redland Bay. He recalled these events in an address to the School in 1950, emphasising the importance of giving and saying that the boys and masters should do their ‘utmost for this grand old school’. Walker said that the source of the money he’d accumulated started when he was a lad of 19 and working in the Postmaster General’s Department. He sent £10 out of his annual salary of £70 to his mother’s distant relative in Yorkshire who was suffering from a bitter winter. Walker said that he continued to send her £10 each Christmas and when she died he was bequeathed £300. “That £300 was the foundation stone of any money I have accumulated,” he said. In March 1950 Frank wrote to the School Trustees, itemising the £11,295 he’d donated to the School, from the £9000 for the new gymnasium and £1000 for the swimming pool, down to the £10 bread cutter for School House. In today’s money, these
donations would amount to well over $500,000. Walker was 70 years old when he married 41-year-old Doreen Ida “Billie” L’Estrange on 31 March 1950. The wedding was publicised in the press with headlines like ‘Grammar School Benefactor Weds’. He embarked on the Orcades from Sydney less than a month later on 29 April, arriving in Southampton with his proposed address noted in the passenger list as Kildwick Hall, near Keighley, Yorkshire. Kildwick Hall had apparently
been the setting for a silent film version of Wuthering Heights, which explains Walker’s handwritten inscription in a book he donated to the School and included a photo of him wearing his Naval Auxiliary Patrol cap. Walker wrote to the Trustees in June 1952 to say he was on a cruise to get away from two years’ restoration of Kildwick Hall and expected to return to Brisbane with his wife after the Coronation to see the completed gymnasium and swimming pool. Fate took a hand in Walker’s life. By October that year he was hospitalised in Southampton
and his affairs were being handled by the official solicitor, Royal Courts of Justice in London. Sadly, Walker was not able to return to his old school to attend the opening of the new Memorial Gymnasium by Old Boy and Governor of Queensland, Sir John Lavarach, on 27 October 1953. His wife Doreen, who was living at her pre-marital home in Ascot, was in attendance and informed Headmaster Allen McLucas that she would write to her husband with details of the gymnasium and opening ceremony.
Walker died at Virginia Water in northwest Surrey on 3 September 1955 at the age of 75. Though this was more than 60 years ago, Walker’s legacy lives on. He is listed on the Great Hall’s Distinguished Service Honour Board and his name is perpetuated through three Frank Walker prizes awarded on Speech Day. They include the Frank Walker Prize for the dux of Science in Year 10 as well as two prizes he endowed in 1931 for the dux of Senior Physics and the dux of Senior Chemistry.
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Leadership gifts Brisbane Grammar School would like to acknowledge the following individuals and foundations for demonstrating extraordinary philanthropic leadership. Lifetime giving over $100,000 Mr David Abernethy ‘69 Mrs Sandi Abernethy Mr John Blaiklock ‘27* Mr Andrew Brice ‘61 Dr Bob Bryan AM ‘52 Ms Judith Pyper Mr Bill Byth ‘44 Mrs Valda Byth* Mr Tim Crommelin ‘65 Mrs Elaine Crommelin
Mr Allan Davies ‘69 Mrs Lyn Davies Dalara Foundation Mr Simon Fenwick ‘87 Ms Betty Heath Mr Nicholas Heath Mrs Lesley Huxley AM
Mr Matthew McLennan ‘86 Mr Douglas Moffett ‘42*
Mr Norman Vanstone ‘28* Mrs Iris Vanstone* Mr Richard Vanstone ‘67
Mr Chris Morton ‘73 Mrs Di Morton
Dr David de Vaux Weedon AO ’59
Sir John Pidgeon*
Mr Mac Woolcock Mrs Lucy Woolcock
Dr Graeme Roberts ‘45*
Mr Ken MacDonald AM ‘66 Mrs Marian Gibney
Mr Howard Stack ‘62 Mrs Hilary Stack
Mr Nick Mather ‘74 Ms Judy Mather
Stack Family Foundation
Lifetime giving over $50,000 Mr Athol Crawford ‘45*
Mr David Little ‘60 Mrs Marlene Little
Mr Bob Sharpless Mrs Belinda Sharpless
Mr Geoffrey Moles ‘65 Mrs Jan Moles
Mr Will Siganto Mrs Louise Siganto
Mr Warwick Power ‘52*
The Siganto Foundation
Dr Daryl Holmes OBE ‘81 Mrs Lisa Holmes
Mr Rob Pullar Mrs Bec Pullar
Mr John Story AO ‘63 Mrs Georgina Story
Mr James Lin Mrs Judy Wu
Mr John Rorke ‘62 Mrs Ingrid Rorke
Dr Richard Theile ‘82 Mrs Adele Theile
Mr Bruce Davidson ‘82 Mrs Anna Davidson Dr Ian Dickinson AM ‘66 Mrs Margaret Dickinson
Mr Peter Thompson Mr Rod Thorburn ‘54 Mr Henry Thorburn ‘52 Mrs Doris Townsend* Mr Norman Traves ‘39* Mr Keith Woollam ‘40* Mr Steven Zhang Ms Cindy Shi
Lifetime giving over $25,000 Mr Paul Barrett ‘69 Mrs Belinda Barrett Mr Albert Chung Mrs Nancy Chung Mr Graham Davies ‘61 Mr Ross Hirst ‘78 Mrs Kylie Hirst Mr Ian Hodgetts ‘66 Mrs Johanna Hodgetts Mr Duk Hong Mrs Gyoung Mi Kim
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Dr Andrew Jenkins ‘66* Mr Alan Jones AO Dr Richard Kahler ‘82 Mrs Jo Kahler Dr Piyoosh Kotech Mrs Priti Kotecha Mr David McLaren Mrs Loraine McLaren Dr Walter Monz ‘31* Dr David Perel ‘60
Mr Jamie Pherous ‘85 Mrs Louise Pherous
Dr Peter Steadman Mrs Caroline Steadman
Mr David Purvis ‘65 Mrs Christine Purvis
Mr Rodney Taylor ‘47*
Mr Donald Radford ‘32*
Thyne Reid Foundation
Dr David Ritchie ‘60 Mrs Gillian Ritchie
Dr Francis Tomlinson ‘70 Assoc. Prof. Beverley Rowbotham
Dr Neville Sandford ‘68 Dr Patricia Matthews
Mr Graham Turner Mrs Judy Turner
Lifetime giving over $10,000 Mr Kjerulf Ainsworth
Mr Bruce Gibson ‘61 Mrs Janie Gibson
Mr Sean Martin ‘86 Ms Frances McInerney
Mr Thomas Saunders ‘64 Mrs Dianne Saunders
Mr John Greig ‘80
Mr James May
Mr Jan Andersen Ms Ling Zheng
Dr Brett Halliday ‘82 Dr Jane Halliday
Dr Robert McCray Mrs Elizabeth McCray
Mr Edward Siemon ‘34* Mrs Jean Siemon*
Mr Richard Anderson OAM ‘63
Mr Peter Harburg
Mr Hugh McKay ‘67 Dr Susan McKay
Dr Alexander Alcock Dr Annabelle Alcock
Ms Margaret Anderson Mr Brian Ball ‘46* Ms Frances Ball*
Mr Andrew Hay ‘84 Mrs Asako Hay
Mr Brett Heading ‘73 Mr Christopher Beecham ‘75 Dr Susan Mercer Mrs Patty Beecham Mr Andrew Henderson ‘80 Mrs Nea Henderson Dr Cameron Bell ‘76
Justice Philip McMurdo ‘71 Justice Margaret McMurdo AC
Dr John Mewing ‘66 Mrs Judy Mewing
Mr James Henderson ‘79
Mr Anthony Micallef Mrs Susan Micallef
Mr William Boydell ‘79
Mr David Holzheimer Ms Jo-Anne Holzheimer
Dr David Molloy Dr Christine Molloy
Mr Ian Brusasco AO Mrs Patsy Brusasco AM
Dr Suk Hur Mrs Eun Joo Ki
Dr James Morris ‘82 Dr Caroline Tsen
Assoc. Prof. Gerard Byrne Dr Donna O’Sullivan
Dr Robert Justo Dr Elizabeth Justo
Mr Frazer Moss Mrs Rachel Moss
Dr Jon Cafferky ‘80 Mrs Patrice Cafferky
Mr David Keir ‘84 Mrs Wendy Keir
Dr Martin Nothling ‘61 Mrs Anne Nothling
Dr Doug Cavaye ‘74 Dr Lisa Cavaye
Mr Greg Kempton
Mr Stephen O’Keefe Mrs Wendy O’Keefe
Mr Stephen Bizzell ‘84 Ms Karyn Silcock
Prof. Dan Chambers ‘87 Mrs Naomi Chambers Dr R Chapman Mrs Chapman Mr Geoff Clarke ‘64 Mrs Shirley Clarke
Mr Tim Kennedy ‘73 Mrs Joanne Kennedy Mr Ian Kortlang ‘62 Mrs Claire Kortlang Dr Rob Labrom Dr Catriona Labrom
Dr Dominic O’Sullivan ‘87 Mrs Sarah O’Sullivan Mr John Palmer ‘69 Mrs Heather Palmer
Mr John Siemon’63 Mrs Robynne Siemon Mr Nigel Spork ‘82 Dr Natasha Christa Mr Tom Stack ‘00 Mr Michael Sullivan ‘79 Mr Brian Sully ‘70 Mrs Susan Sully Mr John Tibbits ‘67 Mrs Elizabeth Tibbits Mr Marcus Tod Mrs Christine Tod Mr Simon Tolhurst ‘87 Mrs Kylie Tolhurst Mr Warren Traves ‘82 Mrs Elisabeth Traves Mr Roger Traves ‘78 Mrs Samantha Traves Mr Geoff Voller ‘66 Mrs Diane Voller Mr Brad Wacker ‘74 Mrs Ann Wacker Mr Stephen Williams Mrs Kerry Williams
Mr Paul Lathouras ‘82
Mr Aseet Patel ‘81 Mrs Mona Patel
Mr Matt Coulter ‘80 Mrs Bev Coulter
Prof. Bruce Lawford Dr Sue Shadforth
Mr Neil Peacey ‘71 Mrs Marita Peacey
Mr Clyde Dunlop ‘63 Mrs Ada Dunlop
Dr Peter Lennox Mrs Sandra Lennox
Mr Angus Penfold Mrs Kate Penfold
Dr James Emmett Dr Margaret Emmett
Mr Mark Woodford ‘72 Mrs Christine Woodford
Mr Stephen Lonie ‘68*
Mr Andrew Powell ‘80 Mrs June Powell
Mr Tony Young Mrs Linda Young
Mr Jack Farr ‘42*
Mr Kun-Tu Lu Mrs Yueh-Hua Li
Mr John Ferris
Miss Arielle Macdonald
Mr Stuart Rees ‘79 Mrs Catherine Rees
Dr David Fielding ‘80 Mrs Siobhan Fielding
Mr Ross Mackenzie Mrs Anne Mackenzie
Mr Van Richards-Smith ‘62 Mrs Diann Richards-Smith
Dr Michael Forrest ‘87 Dr Angie Ryan
Mr Mark Martin ‘79 Mrs Angela Martin
Mr Rob Roberti Mrs Theresa Roberti
Mr Luca Fu Ms Silvia Peng
Dr Ian Martin ‘82 Dr Joanne Martin
Mr Michael Roe ‘75 Mrs Megan Roe
Thank you also to those donors who have chosen to remain anonymous.
Dr Richard Williamson ‘83 Dr Catherine Elms Mr Andrew Wilson ‘79 Ms Tracey Lennon
* Deceased
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2019 donors Over $10,000 Mr Tim Crommelin ’65 Mrs Elaine Crommelin
Mr Ron Cochrane Mr Sean Martin ’86 Ms Frances McInerney
Mr Robert Deane Mrs Kitty Deane
Mr Nigel Brock ’80
Mr Mark Dempsey Mrs Leta Dempsey
Dr Reagan Brosnan Dr Leigh Winston
Mr Simon Fenwick ’87
Mr Tom Stack ’00
Mr David Little ’60 Mrs Marlene Little
Mr Rod Thorburn ‘54 Mr Henry Thorburn ‘52
Dr Robert Brown ’62 Mrs Marie Brown
Mr Stephen Lonie ’68*
Mr Warren Traves ’82 Mrs Elisabeth Traves
Dr Derrick Brown Ms Rachael Browning
Mr Matthew McLennan ’86 Mr Douglas Moffett ‘42* Mr Neil Peacey ’71 Mrs Marita Peacey
$1,000 - $4,999
Dr David Perel ’60
Dr Damian Amato Dr Linny Sampson
Dr David Ritchie ’60 Mrs Gillian Ritchie
Mr Jan Andersen Ms Ling Zheng
Mr Howard Stack ’62 Mrs Hilary Stack Stack Family Foundation Mr John Story AO ’63 Mrs Georgina Story Mr Peter Thompson
$5,000 - $9,999 Dr John Arvier OAM ’70 Mrs Louise Arvier Dr Cameron Bell ’76
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Mr Russell Bowie Mrs Leanne Bowie
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Mr Chris Anderson Mrs Ginni Anderson Dr Jonathan Askew ’91 Mrs Yvette Askew Dr Soe Aung Ms Vivian Ting Mr Alan Austin Mrs Gayle Austin Dr Peter Beckingsale ’90 Dr Cathy Beckingsale Mr Alasdair Begley Mrs Rebecca Begley
Mr Robert Carius ’84 Mrs Louise Carius Mr Con Cayas Mrs Ellie Cayas Prof. Dan Chambers ’87 Mrs Naomi Chambers Capt. Robert Charlton ’65 Mrs Margaret Charlton Dr James Chen Ms Jessica Wan Mr Johnny Cheng Ms Joanna Lee Dr Andrew Clarke Mrs Ros Clarke Mr Ronald Clarkson ’55 Mrs Val Clarkson
Mr Jason Donald Mrs Salish Donald Mr Ben Driessen Mrs Rachel Driessen Mr Clyde Dunlop ’63 Mrs Ada Dunlop Mr Peter Eccleston Ms Fay Zhong Mr Angus Edwards Ms Trudie Murrell Mr Bruce Elliott ’81 Ms Helen Bailey Mr Ghobad Ensafpour Ms Tracey Gordon Mr Alec Evans AM ’57 Mrs Kay Evans Dr Dimitri Fedorov Ms Milana Stotland Mr Craig Fitzgerald Mrs Danyal Fitzgerald
Ms Alex Coleman
Dr Angus Forbes Mrs Carla Forbes
Mr Nick Corbett Mrs Jane Corbett
Dr Michael Forrest ’87 Dr Angie Ryan
Dr Adrian Frick Mrs Michelle Frick
Mr Roger Lago Mrs Amanda Lago
Mr Simon Mortimer ’85 Mrs Nikki Mortimer
Mr Mark Stutz Mrs Chrisanthy Stutz
Mr Yuwei Gong Ms Wei Shi
Mr Bill Lansbury ’79 Mrs Judy Lansbury
Dr Balaji Motamarri Mrs Sumi Pillarisetti
Mr Gavin Sun Miss Sophia Su
Mr Ken Gottliebsen Mrs Kath Gottliebsen
Assoc. Prof. Graham Lee Dr Anita Chang
Mr Shaun Munday Ms Allison McKelvie
Dr Peter Taylor ’59
Mr Robert Gottliebsen
Mr George Lee Mrs Uni Yang
Mr Jack Murday ’08
Prof. Tony Gu Ms Jenny Wang Mr Nanda Gulhane Mrs Catherine Gulhane Mr Charley Guo Ms Sandy Chen Mr Troy Harry Mrs Kylie Harry Mr Andrew Hay ’84 Mrs Asako Hay Mr Paul Henry Mrs Kathy Henry
Mr Sebastian Leotta Ms Naoko Kojima Leotta Mr Chung Lun Leung Ms Wai Kwan Wong Mr Douts Li Mrs Grace Qiu Mr Shuke Liang Ms Yan Qin Mr Mauro Liberatore Mrs Megan Liberatore
Dr Brian Hirschfeld ’43
Mr Tony Lin ’96 Ms Ping Ping Hung
Dr Henry Ho Ms Tammy Liang
Mr Frankie Look Ms Connie Luk
Mr David Hoare ’57 Mrs Sharon Hoare
Dr Philip Lui ’91 Dr Lillian Lui
Mr Saul Holt Dr Robyn Holt
Dr Michael Lusis Mrs Rachel Lusis
Mr Warwick Horsey ’76
Mr Allan Mackintosh Mrs Lindy Mackintosh
Mr Matthew Horton ’84 Mrs Julia Horton Dr Matthew Howes ’90 Ms Susan Hogarth Mr Peter Hudson Mrs Catherine Hudson
Dr Gregory Malone Mrs Kristine Malone Mr David Martin Ms Grace Zeng Mr James May
Mr Simon Hurwood ’87 Mrs Andrea Hurwood
Mr Mark McCauley Mrs Sacha Hennessy
Dr Nayyar Hussain Ms Mary Kissane
Dr Paul McEniery Ms Karen Seifert
Mr Savindra Ilangamage Mrs Palika Ilangamage
Mr Scott McLeod ’84 Mrs Susan McLeod
Dr Zak Islam Mrs Subarna Islam
Mr Philip McNicol ’75 Ms Liz Dann
Mr Cameron Johnson Ms Marika Nearhos
Mr Anthony Micallef Mrs Susan Micallef
Mr Tom Joyce Dr Helen Boocock
Mr Mark Middleton Mrs Susan Middleton
Dr Steve Kearney Dr Alison Kearney
Mr Sandy Miller Mrs Fiona McDougall
Mr William Keeley Mrs Leanne Keeley
Mr Mark Milner Mrs Elisa Milner
Mr Jack Kwong Ms Wenyuan Zhang
Dr James Morris ’82 Dr Caroline Tsen
Dr Rob Labrom Dr Catriona Labrom
Mr Bill Morrissey Ms Kylie Downes
Mr Seongsu Na Ms Alice Lee Mr Son Ngo Ms Thuy Nguyen Mr Tony O’Connell Mrs Katrina O’Connell Dr Damien Petersen Dr Sharyn Van Alphen Mr Tom Pincus Ms Rebecca Armstrong Mr Julian Potten ’07 Mrs Bethany Potten Dr Peter Prentis Dr Ana Pavasovic Mr Martin Qin Ms Emma Zhang Mr Graham Ramsay ’87 Mrs Caroline Ramsay
Mr Christian Telford Mrs Leah Telford Dr Harrison Theile ’11 Dr David Theile ’81 Mrs Marie-Louise Theile Mr Keith Thornton Ms Michelle Reiken Mr Anuj Timblo Mrs Laura Timblo Dr Nicholas Ting Ms Emily Tiang Mr Andrew Topping Dr Sally Topping Mr Paul Trappett ’90 Mrs Nerida Trappett Mr Simon Treacy Mrs Moko Treacy Mr Iain Tucker ’87 Mrs Andrea Tucker Ms Kate Tyszkiewicz
Mr John Richards Mrs Dominique Richards
Dr Mayooran Veerasingham Dr Thushyanthi Mayooran
Mr Van Richards-Smith ’62 Mrs Diann Richards-Smith
Mr Tuan Vu Ms Thuy Do
Mr Tony Robertson Ms Jennifer Dietz
Mr Craig Walter Mrs Heather Walter
Mr David Rutter Mrs Kate Rutter Dr Peter Scott Mrs Eva Scott Mr David Shuttleton Ms Carmen Shuttleton Mr John Siemon ’63 Mrs Robynne Siemon
Ms Trinity Ward Mr David Weightman ’88 Ms Bettina Ommensen Dr Charlie Willmott Mrs Sarah Willmott Mr Ralph Willson Mrs Lisa Willson Mr Drew Wolrige
Mr Greg Siemon ’92 Mrs Susan Siemon
Dr Joseph Wong Mrs Cynthia Wong
Mr Amarjeet Sihota ’86 Mrs Sandeep Sihota
Mr Michael Wood Mrs Jaime Wood
Dr Andrew Smith Dr Kate Slaughter
Mr Tony Young Mrs Linda Young
Mr John Sneddon Ms Vanessa O’Sullivan Mr Jodie Springall Dr Jane Schouten Ms Petrina Gilmore Mr Matt Strotton Mrs Katrina Strotton
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Up to $999
Mr Duncan Evans ’05
Assoc. Prof. Richard Lim
Mr Douglas Aboud ’62
Mr Cory Exelby Ms Julia Exelby
Master David Liu
Judge Brad Farr Mrs Julie Farr
Mr Brendan Louie ’99 Mrs Nicole Louie
Mr Matthew Adi ’18 Mr Michael Anthonisz Mrs Geetu Anthonisz Ms Anne Armour Master Samuel Atherton Mr Peter Bailey ’56 Mrs Margaret Bailey Dr Phil Baxter ’79 Dr Leigh Baxter Mr Anthony Beal ’56 Mrs Janice Beal* Mr Jason Beikoff ’84 Mrs Jennie Beikoff Mr Rod Bellamy ’59
Mr Ken Fung ’92 Ms Jean Ho Prof. Maher Gandhi Dr Catherine Duffy Mr Sam Gardner ’08 Mrs Liberty Gardner Mr Matthew Garraway ’95 Mrs Patricia Garraway Mr Mark Geritz Mrs Jacinda Geritz Mr Shayne Gilbert ’87
Mr Alastair Blenkin ’08
Mr Greg Gilbert Mrs Heather Gilbert
Dr Rod Borrowdale Mrs Lisa Borrowdale
Dr Joseph Lee ’94 Dr Michelle Chong
Mr Murray Boyte Mrs Jane Boyte
Mr John Gralton ’60 Mrs B Gralton
Mr James Bright ’98 Mrs Jane Bright
Dr Robert Grice AO ’59 Mrs Annette Grice*
Mr Mark Brusasco ’77 Mrs Catherine Brusasco
Mr David Groves Mrs Ngaire Groves
Mr David Cardell ’85 Mrs Naomi Muto Cardell
Mr Tony Harcourt ’01
Mr Andrew Cardell-Ree Ms Tori Cardell-Ree Mr Roy Casey ’56 Mrs Margaret Casey Mr John Cavalerie Mr Craig Chapman Mrs Leisa Chapman Mr Andy Chen Ms Jane Tsai Mr Xiong Chen Mrs Limeng Huang Mr Paul Clewley Ms Lynette Dillon Mr John Coker ’74 Mrs Susan Coker Dr Stephen Cook ’79 Mrs Toss Cook Dr Dick Cribb ’57 Mrs Betty Cribb Mr Fred Croker ’08 Prof. Michael Crommelin AO ’63 Mrs Rosslyn Crommelin Mr Greg Dabelstein Ms Suzan Dabelstein
Ms Heather Hamilton Ms Carla Hardy Mr Peter Hastie ’76 Ms Suzanne Sheridan Mr Bob Holeman ’69 Mrs Diane Holeman
Mr John Lonie ’63
Mr Gordon Lusink ’02 Mrs Sarah Lusink
Mr Darren Swindells Mrs Antonia Swindells
Prof. Don Markwell ’76
Mr Mahmud Taib
Mr Stephen Matthews ’70 Mrs Lindy Matthews
Mr Mike Tardent Dr Kerry-Anne Powell
Mr Frank McClatchy Mrs Temarre McClatchy
Mr Duncan Thomson
Judge John McGill ’67 Mrs Denise McGill Mr Michael McMahon Mrs Annie McMahon
Mr Mac Tolliday Mrs Viviane Tolliday Mr Terry Vandervelde Dr Margery Mayall Mr Dennis Waight Mrs Ann Goslin-Waight
Dr Stan Mellick OAM ED ’36
Dr David Walters ’54
Mr Gerry Mullan Mrs Angela Mullan
Mr Iain Ward ’85 Mrs Sophie Ward
Mr Robert Nieh Ms Christine Chen
Mr Richard Wheeler ’99
Mr Michael O’Connor Ms Bernice Watson Mr Nikolaos Papas ’14 Mr Michael Pascoe ’70 Mrs Del Pascoe Mr Richard Pegg ’52
Mr Jason Houghton Mrs Megan Houghton
Dr Tim Porter ’69 Mrs Janet Porter
Mr Greg Howes ’98 Dr Georga Cooke
Dr Michael Rice ’82 Mrs Caroline Rice
Capt. Grahame JardineVidgen ’59
Mr Joe Rich ’09
Mr Colin Kenny Prof. Liz Kenny AO
Mr Gary Sully ’73
Dr Kaye McManus
Mr John Pesch ’03 Mrs Jessica Pesch
Mr Nathan Johnson Mrs Hyun-Ju Johnson
Mr Kenneth Steele ’67
Mr Hugh Macintosh Ms Deb Almering
Mr Dougall Pennefather ’86
Mr Peter Johnson ’64 Mrs Robyn Johnson
Mr Mark Somerville Mrs Annette Somerville Mr Chris Stephens AM ’63
Mr Brad Horton Ms Jacqui Zervos
Mr Gary Johnson ’77 Mrs Karen Johnson
Mr Henry Smerdon AM Mrs Suzy Smerdon
Dr Christopher Lusink Mrs Selga Lusink
Mr Mark Hope ’98
Mr David Jeffries ’66 Mrs Margaret Jeffries
Mr Ken Situ Ms Annie Luk
Dr David Whiteman AM ’83 Dr Cathy Whiteman Dr Ian Wilkinson ’63 Mr Alastair Wilkinson Ms Leanne Waldron Mr Ronald Wyllie ’50 Mrs Margaret Wyllie Mr Jason Yang Mrs Sue Zhang Dr Yi-He Zhang Mrs Bihua Zheng Mr Michael Zivcic ’05
Mrs Glenys Rimmington Mr Malcolm Robinson Mrs Tammy Robinson Dr Peter Rowan Mrs Sherelle Rowan Mr Graham Rowles ’74 Mr Sudarshan Saini Mrs Surinder Saini Mr Graham Sandeman ’84 Mr Mark Schumann Mrs Enza Schumann
Mr Stephen Danzig
Prof. Glenn King Dr Susan Rowland
Mrs Sharon Danzig
Mr John Knott ’60
Mr Robert Service ’61
Mr Cameron Early ’89 Mrs Trudie Early
Dr Peter Lennox Mrs Sandra Lennox
Dr Mohamed Shanavas Dr Babitha Pulikkathody
Mr Tom Schumann ’08
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Year Group Bursary Fund Donors 2017-2019 Year Group Bursary Fund Donors Donors to the Year Group Bursary (YGB) program include Old Boys who have supported their peer year and parents who have made voluntary contributions through school fees in 2017 - 2019. These tax-deductible donations are allocated to the year group of the
1936
Mr Van Richards-Smith
Dr Stan Mellick OAM ED
Mr John Rorke Mrs Ingrid Rorke
1942 Mr Douglas Moffett *
1943 Dr Brian Hirschfeld
1946 Mr John Marriott Mrs E Marriott
1954 Mr Peter Jempson Mrs Janette Jempson
1955 Dr Bruce Gibson-Wilde OAM Dr Dorothy Gibson-Wilde OAM
1957 Mr Alec Evans Mrs Kay Evans
1959 Dr Robert Grice AO Mrs Annette Grice* Dr Peter Taylor
1960 Mr John Gralton Mrs Gralton
Mr Howard Stack Mrs Hilary Stack Stack Family Foundation Mr Rod Williams
1963 Prof. Michael Crommelin AO Mr Clyde Dunlop Mrs Ada Dunlop Mr John Siemon
have been invested in the BGS Bursary Fund, which operates as an endowment fund, with invested capital maintained in perpetuity. Income generated by the capital investment is utilised in accordance with DGR guidelines and drawn upon to offer needs-based bursaries.
Dr John Mewing Mrs Judy Mewing Mr Alexander Morrow* Prof. Philip Neilsen Dr Ross Parry Mrs Susan Parry
Mr James Henderson Mr Mark Martin Mrs Angela Martin
Mr Tony Verner
Mr Brett Salisbury
Mr Graeme Whitelaw Mrs Dianne Whitelaw
Mr Michael Sullivan
1967
Mr Andrew Wilson Ms Tracey Lennon
Mr Phillip Cameron
Brigadier Chris Stephens
1980
Judge John McGill
Mr John Story AO Mrs Georgina Story
1968
Dr Jon Cafferky Mrs Patrice Cafferky
Dr Ian Wilkinson
Dr Mark Schulz Mrs Shauna Schulz
1965 Mr Tim Crommelin Mrs Elaine Crommelin
1966 Dr Don Adsett Mrs Philippa Adsett Mr Wally Arndt Mrs Mary Arndt Dr Ian Dickinson AM Mrs Margaret Dickinson
Mr Stephen Lonie *
Mr Michael Elmer Mrs Alison Elmer
Mr David Abernethy Mrs Sandi Abernethy
Dr David Fielding Mrs Siobhan Fielding
Mr Bob Holeman Mrs Diane Holeman Dr Tim Porter Mrs Janet Porter
1970 Dr Len Gainsford Mrs Suzanne Gainsford
Mr Stephen Gray Mr Simon Hamlyn-Harris
Mr Matt Coulter Mrs Bev Coulter
1969
Mr David Little Mrs Marlene Little
1971
Prof. John Humphrey Mrs Susan Humphrey
Mr Bob Hunter Mrs Janet Hunter
1973
1961
Mr Max Hutton Mrs Lea Hutton
1976
Mr Robert Service
Mr Warren Hutton
Mr Bruce Spender BEM*
Mr David Jeffries
1962 Dr Robert Brown Dr Warren Kinston
Mr Stuart Markwell
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Mr William Boydell
Mr Stuart Rees Mrs Catherine Rees
Mr John Knott
Dr David Ritchie Mrs Gillian Ritchie
1979
Mr David Purvis Mrs Christine Purvis
Air Vice-Marshal David Dunlop Mr Stephen Matthews Ms Julie Hammer
Dr David Perel
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eldest son at the School (unless parents have indicated otherwise, for instance splitting donations between more than one son’s peer year). The year in which a student will graduate is their ‘peer year’. Since the beginning of 2017, the full amount of all YGB donations
Mr Gary Sully
Mr John Greig Mr Mal Harrison Mrs Amanda Harrison Mr Michael Hellen Mrs Charlotte Hellen Mr Andrew Henderson Mrs Nea Henderson Dr Jonathan Hill Mrs Margot Hill Mr Ian Knights Mrs Kerryn Knights Mr Cam Lillicrap Mrs Michelle Lillicrap
Mr Warwick Horsey
Mr Greg Martin Mrs Cathy Martin
Mr Graeme McAdam
Mr David Phillips
Dr Andrew Jenkins*
1977
Mr Alan Jones AO
Mr Peter Foreman Mrs Joanne Foreman
Mr Andrew Powell Mrs June Powell
Dr Cameron Bell
Mr Alex Powell
Mr Niren Raj Mrs Charu Raj
Mr Graham Ramsay Mrs Caroline Ramsay
Mr Bruce Baker Mrs Katie Baker
Mr Tim Ripper Mrs Andrea Ripper
Dr Graham Thomas
Mr Simon Tolhurst Mrs Kylie Tolhurst
Mr Alan Borger Mrs Kate Borger
Mr Sam Sciacca Mrs Jo-Anne Sciacca
Mr Iain Tucker Mrs Andrea Tucker
Dr Rajesh Brijball Dr Malini Ramsay-Brijball
Mr Howard Stack
Mr Bruce Baker Mrs Katie Baker
1988
Mr Bob Brown Mrs Helen Brown
Dr Vipul Vyas Dr Mamta Vyas
Dr Benjamin Bopp
1992
Mr Scott Chapman Mrs Carly Chapman
Mr Ken Fung
Mr Bruce Davidson Mrs Anna Davidson
Mr Greg Howes
Mr Peter Van De Graaff Mrs Nerida Van De Graaff
1982
Dr Brett Halliday Dr Jane Halliday Dr Richard Kahler Mrs Jo Kahler Mr Paul Lathouras
BGS Old Boys’ Association
1998
Mr William Cheng Ms Diane Chiang
Mr Tom Stack
Mr Garson Chin
2002 Dr Christopher Lusink Mrs Selga Lusink
Mr Thomas Martin Dr Ian Martin Dr Joanne Martin
2007
Mr Frazer Moss Mrs Rachel Moss
Dr Mal Campbell Mrs Andrea Morris-Campbell
2000
2005
Dr James Morris Dr Caroline Tsen
Mr Donald Clark Ms Anne Demack
Mr Michael Zivcic Mr Julian B Potten Mr Mark Somerville Mrs Annette Somerville
2008
Dr Charles Chin Mrs Livia Chin Mr Nick Comino Mrs Penny Comino Judge Bill Everson Mrs Nikki Everson Dr Kris Gunawardana Dr Nilmini Gunawardana Mr Paul Huth Mrs Meryl Huth Mr Peter Knee Ms Carolyn Daunt
Mr Ross Tyrrell
Mr Craig D Whip Mrs Kirsten E Whip Mr Alistair Wilson Dr Poppy Wilson
2018 Mr John Barton Mrs Sophie Barton Mr Darren Black Mrs Natalie Black Mr Christopher Blue Mrs Margot Blue Dr Rob Campbell Mrs Karen Campbell Dr John Clift Ms Nicky Cheng Ms Alex Coleman Mr Jeremy Davis Mrs Kirsten Davis
Mr John Peden Mrs Mandy Peden
Mr Alastair Blenkin
Dr Christopher Shirley Mrs Karen Shirley
Mr Sam Gardner
Mr O Ick Kwon Ms Hyun Ok Kim
Mr Robert Sinnamon
Mr Michael McMahon Mrs Annie McMahon
Mr Nigel Spork Dr Natasha Christa
Dr Rob Labrom Dr Catriona Labrom
Mr Jack Murday
Dr Anton Loewenthal Dr Jenny Strachan
Mr John Fison Mrs Julie Fison
Mr Chengzhi Lu Ms Jing Zhang
Mr Peter Hudson Mrs Catherine Hudson
2011
Mr Adrian Manning Mrs Kylie Manning
Mr Lawrence Lau Mrs Paula Lau
Dr Harrison Theile
Mr Mitch Manning
2012
Mr Michael Martin Mrs Kerri-Ann Martin
Mr Michael Liu Mrs Zora Liu
Mr Stephen St Baker Dr Richard Theile Mrs Adele Theile Mr Grenville Thynne Mrs Kylie Thynne Mr Warren Traves Mrs Elisabeth Traves
Mr Fred Croker
Mr Tom Schumann
2009 Mr Colin Kenny Prof. Liz Kenny AO
Mr Giles Worthington-Wilmer Mr Alan Borger Mrs Kate Borger 1984 Mr Graham Sandeman
1985 Mr Jamie Pherous Mrs Louise Pherous
1987
2014
Mr Nikolaos Papas
2015 Mr Alan Borger Mrs Kate Borger
Mr Mick McCormack Mrs Lyndall McCormack Mr Anthony Micallef Mrs Susan Micallef Mr Kim Morison Mrs Jane Morison
2016
Mr Frazer Moss Mrs Rachel Moss
Anonymous Donor
Mr Alex Nguyen
Mr Simon Fenwick
Mr Howard Stack
Mr Mark Osmand
Dr Michael Forrest Dr Angie Ryan
Mr Peter Thompson
2017
Mr Graham Ramsay Mrs Caroline Ramsay
Mr Shayne Gilbert
Mr Chris Anderson Mrs Ginni Anderson
Mr Steve Reynolds Ms Marian Wheeler
Prof. Dan Chambers Mrs Naomi Chambers
Ms Heather Hamilton
We apologise for any errors or omissions, please contact giving@brisbanegrammar.com with any corrections.
Mr Peter Eccleston Ms Fay Zhong Brigadier Adam Findlay Dr Elisabeth Findlay
Mr Hugh Macintosh Ms Deb Almering Mr Ron Martinenko Mrs Kym Martinenko Dr James Morris Dr Caroline Tsen Dr Rohan Mortimore Dr Marianne Mortimore Mr Graham Murray Mrs Julie Murray Mr Son Ngo Ms Thuy Nguyen Mr Jesse Nihill Mrs Nikki Nihill
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Mr James Owen Mrs Anna Owen
Dr Antonio Pais Dr Nivea Pereira Pais
Mr Richard Qiu Ms Connie Shen
Mr Nalin Perera Dr Thushara Pussella
Mr Malcolm Robinson Mrs Tammy Robinson
Mr John Richards Mrs Dominique Richards
Mr Howard Stack Mr Teck Tang Mrs Michaelina Tang
Mr Jason Yang Mrs Sue Zhang
Dr Terry Vardy Mrs Belinda Vardy
Mr Mahmud Taib
2021
Mr Tuan Vu Ms Thuy Do
Mr Hongbo Yu Ms Leiyan Zhao
Mr Eddy Tse Ms Kina Mak
2020 Mr Chris Anderson Mrs Ginni Anderson Mr Alan Austin Mrs Gayle Austin
2019
Mr Russell Bowie Mrs Leanne Bowie
Mr Jan Andersen Ms Ling Zheng
Prof. Dan Chambers Mrs Naomi Chambers
Mrs Mirry Bryan
Judge Brad Farr Mrs Julie Farr
Mr Andrew Cardell-Ree Ms Tori Cardell-Ree Mr Robert Carius Mrs Louise Carius
Dr Adrian Frick Mrs Michelle Frick Mr Andrew Hay Mrs Asako Hay
Dr Soe Aung Ms Vivian Ting Mr Bruce Butler Mrs Amanda Butler Mr Anthony Crilly Mrs Kate Crilly Mr Mark Dempsey Mrs Leta Dempsey
Dr Joseph Wong Mrs Cynthia Wong Mr Steven Zhang Ms Cindy Shi Prof. Greig de Zubicaray Mrs Vickie de Zubicaray
2022
Dr Matthew Duncan Dr Samantha Duncan
Dr Phil Baxter Dr Leigh Baxter
Mr Ken Goldberg Ms Anne-Maree Coyne
Mr Matt Caines Mrs Leanne Caines
Mr Yuwei Gong Ms Wei Shi
Mr Con Cayas Mrs Ellie Cayas
Dr Henry Ho Ms Tammy Liang
Dr James Chen Ms Jessica Wan
Mr Cameron Johnson Ms Marika Nearhos
Mr Johnny Cheng Ms Joanna Lee
Mr Ram Kangatharan Mrs Nala Kangatharan
Mr Jason Donald Mrs Salish Donald
Assoc. Prof. Graham Lee Dr Anita Chang
Mr Peter Eccleston Ms Fay Zhong
Mr Shuke Liang Ms Yan Qin
Mr Adrian Esler Ms Alison de Groot
Mr Frankie Look Ms Connie Luk
Prof. Tony Gu Ms Jenny Wang
Dr Michael Lusis Mrs Rachel Lusis
Dr Matthew Hocking Mrs Priscilla Hocking
Mr John Cavalerie
Mr Dave Holt Mrs Miranda Holt
Mr Nick Corbett Mrs Jane Corbett
Mr Santiago Jara Melagrani Ms Maria Cossia
Mr Craig Dawson Mrs Renee Dawson
Dr Rob Labrom Dr Catriona Labrom
Mr Angus Edwards Ms Trudie Murrell
Mr Cameron Lochran Mrs Sussan Lochran
Mr Ghobad Ensafpour Ms Tracey Gordon
Mr Dane Lockyer Mrs Louise Lockyer
Dr Michael Forrest Dr Angie Ryan
Mr James May
Dr Gregory Malone Mrs Kristine Malone
Mr Matthew Horton Mrs Julia Horton
Mr Lachlan McCallum Ms Shannon McCallum
Dr James Morris Dr Caroline Tsen
Dr Matthew Howes Ms Susan Hogarth
Dr Paul McEniery Ms Karen Seifert
Mr Son Ngo Ms Thuy Nguyen
Mr Simon Hurwood Mrs Andrea Hurwood
Mr Seongsu Na Ms Alice Lee
Mr Ramanan Ratnasingam Ms Nirupa Ramanan
Mr Benjamin Kang Ms I-Lin Chen
Mr Tony O’Connell Mrs Katrina O’Connell
Mr Tony Robertson Ms Jennifer Dietz
Mr Chung Lun Leung Ms Wai Kwan Wong
Mr Benedikt Pfisterer Dr Antonia Maier
Dr Dmitry Saulov Dr Asta Saulova
Mr Douts Li Mrs Grace Qiu
Dr David Theile Mrs Marie-Louise Theile
Mr David Shuttleton Ms Carmen Shuttleton
Dr Cam Mackay Mrs Kym Mackay
Mr Keith Thornton Ms Michelle Reiken
Mr Andrew Stallmann Mrs Jillian Stallmann
Mr David Martin Ms Grace Zeng
Dr Mayooran Veerasingham Dr Thushyanthi Mayooran
Prof. Paul Strooper Dr Alena Griffiths
Mr Mark McCauley Mrs Sacha Hennessy
Mr Luca Fu Ms Silvia Peng Mr Charley Guo Ms Sandy Chen Mr Paul Henry Mrs Kathy Henry Mr Jun Kim Mrs Joo Ok Lee Mr Roger Lago Mrs Amanda Lago Mr Albert Lam Ms Ciska Boentoro Mr Son Nguyen Ngoc Mrs Ann Nguyen Thi Ms Bernice Watson
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Prof. Tom Shakespeare Mrs Lisa Shakespeare
Mr Paul Trappett Mrs Nerida Trappett
Dr Jon Cafferky Mrs Patrice Cafferky
Mr Ralph Willson Mrs Lisa Willson
Mr Paul Trappett Mrs Nerida Trappett Mr Damien Van Brunschot Ms Jackie Trad
Mr Sang Jin Yeo Mrs Jiyoung Hwang
Dr David Wong Mrs Mary Wong
Dr Charlie Willmott Mrs Sarah Willmott
Mr Mark Stutz Mrs Chrisanthy Stutz
Mr Drew Wolrige
Mr Robert Ting Mrs Caroline Ting
Mr Clayton White Mrs Kerri White
Ms Trinity Ward
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Mr Frazer Moss Mrs Rachel Moss
Mr Savindra Ilangamage Mrs Palika Ilangamage
Dr Alan Fitzpatrick Dr Lo-An Vu
Mr Peter Hudson Mrs Catherine Hudson
Mr Malcolm Robinson Mrs Tammy Robinson
Dr Zak Islam Mrs Subarna Islam
Mr Li Kun Gao Ms Xiang Ming Sun
Prof. Saso Ivanovski Mrs Katie Ivanovski
Dr Mohamed Shanavas Dr Babitha Pulikkathody
Dr Phillip Kay Dr Allison Kay
Mr Ken Gottliebsen Mrs Kath Gottliebsen
Mr Sebastian Leotta Ms Naoko Kojima Leotta
Mr John Sneddon Ms Vanessa O’Sullivan
Dr Steve Kearney Dr Alison Kearney
Mr Robert Gottliebsen
Mr Vincent Liang Mrs Ayaka Liang
Mr Gavin Sun Miss Sophia Su
Mr William Keeley Mrs Leanne Keeley
Mr Simon Tang Ms Jing Ge
Mr George Lee Mrs Uni Yang
Dr Steve Tavakol Mrs Fara Tavakol
Dr Philip Lui Dr Lillian Lui
Dr Hee Soo Teng Mrs Marisa Teng
Mr Allan Mackintosh Mrs Lindy Mackintosh
Dr Chandra Tennakoon Mrs Amila Tennakoon
Mr Scott McLeod Mrs Susan McLeod
Ms Kate Tyszkiewicz
Mr Chris Meads Mrs Lorna Meads
Mr Michael Wood Mrs Jaime Wood
2023
Mr Richie Mizutani Ms Michelle Mizutani
Dr Peter Beckingsale Dr Cathy Beckingsale
Mr Bill Morrissey Ms Kylie Downes
Dr Derrick Brown Ms Rachael Browning
Mr Shaun Munday Ms Allison McKelvie
Mr David Bunce Mrs Peta Bunce
Mr Michael Murphy Ms Keryn Metcalfe
Mr Ken Cao Ms Sabrina He
Mr Martin Qin Ms Emma Zhang
Mr Victor Chen Ms Shirley Lin
Mr David Rutter Mrs Kate Rutter
Mr Charlie Choi Mrs Poppy Choi
Mr Matt Strotton Mrs Katrina Strotton
Mr Jeff Chou Ms Connie Ko
Mr Joshua Taylor Ms Hee Young In
Ms Alex Coleman
Dr Philip Thomas Dr Tania Davey
Mr Tung Do Ms Duyen Tien Mr Ben Driessen Mrs Rachel Driessen Mr Craig Fitzgerald Mrs Danyal Fitzgerald Dr Angus Forbes Mrs Carla Forbes
Dr Nicholas Ting Ms Emily Tiang Mr Simon Treacy Mrs Moko Treacy Mr Miao Zhang Mrs Juan Wang
Dr Nayyar Hussain Ms Mary Kissane Mr Tom M Joyce Dr Helen Boocock Mr Jin Hee Lee Mrs Jiyoon Park Mr John Lee Mrs Eun Lee Mr Mauro Liberatore Mrs Megan Liberatore Mr Tony Lin Ms Ping Ping Hung Mr Sean Martin Ms Frances McInerney Mr Mark Milner Mrs Elisa Milner
Mr Eddie Liu Mrs Karen Liu Mr Eric Ma Ms Jackie Hua Mr Mark Middleton Mrs Susan Middleton Dr Rob Swan Dr Jane Swan Mr Christian Telford Mrs Leah Telford Dr Rudy van der Westhuizen Dr Sarah van der Westhuizen
2026
Mr Simon Mortimer Mrs Nikki Mortimer
Dr Damian Amato Dr Linny Sampson
Dr Balaji Motamarri Mrs Sumi Pillarisetti
Mr Alasdair Begley Mrs Rebecca Begley
Mr Tom Pincus Ms Rebecca Armstrong
Dr Lawrence R Lee Dr Jennifer Chen
Mr Brad Scott Mrs Katrina Scott
Mr Bill McCredie Ms Kate Ashwood
Mr Greg Siemon Mrs Susan Siemon
Mr Sandy Miller Mrs Fiona McDougall
Mr Amarjeet Sihota Mrs Sandeep Sihota
Dr Damien Petersen Dr Sharyn Van Alphen
Dr Andrew Smith Dr Kate Slaughter
Dr Peter Prentis Dr Ana Pavasovic
Mr Jodie Springall Dr Jane Schouten
Mr Anuj Timblo Mrs Laura Timblo
Mr Andrew Topping Dr Sally Topping Mr Aaron Webb Mrs Leann Webb
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Mr Paul Bowker Mrs Stella Bowker
Mr Martin Giles Mrs Danielle Giles
Dr Kieron Bigby Dr Laura Wee
Dr Reagan Brosnan Dr Leigh Winston
Mr Troy Harry Mrs Kylie Harry
Dr Dennis Chang Dr Hiromi Yasuda
Mr David Bunce Mrs Peta Bunce
Mr David Hirschfeld Mrs Maria Hirschfeld
Mr Robert Deane Mrs Kitty Deane
Dr Andrew Clarke Mrs Ros Clarke
Mr Jason Houghton Mrs Megan Houghton
Mr Bruce Elliott Ms Helen Bailey
Mr Mark Geritz Mrs Jacinda Geritz
Mr Rod Huntley Dr Karyn Huntley
Dr Dimitri Fedorov Ms Milana Stotland
Mr David Hoare Mrs Sharon Hoare
We apologise for any errors or omissions, please contact giving@brisbanegrammar.com with any corrections.
2027 Mr Saul Holt Dr Robyn Holt Dr Peter Scott Mrs Eva Scott Dr Rudy van der Westhuizen Dr Sarah van der Westhuizen
* Deceased
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Bob Bryan with son Scott and grandsons Lucas and Sebastian
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A leader in business and philanthropy Few individuals have had the impact in their chosen field of endeavour as BGS Old Boy Bob Bryan AM ’52. His 50-year journey in the mining industry has been characterised by innovation, expertise, intelligent risk-taking and sheer hard work. In modest fashion, Bryan has said that luck played a part in his success, but he made his own luck by grasping opportunities and being a lifelong learner. An industry leader and pioneer in the coal seam gas sector, he is now a remarkable philanthropist. Bryan began his schooling at BGS in 1949, following in the footsteps of his two older brothers and a sister who attended Girls Grammar. His father was Professor of Geology
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at The University of Queensland and had a significant influence on Bryan’s studies. Just as important was his mother, whom Bryan described as “an educationalist through and through”. “One of the strongest goals of her life was to see all four of her children get through secondary education and university, an option that had never been available to her,” he said. Bryan remembers his time at BGS fondly, saying it “represented some of the happiest days of my life. It was a fun place. I loved coming to school.” One of the brightest of Bryan’s contemporaries was Don Nicklin, whom he regarded as
head and shoulders above the class academically. Nicklin had a distinguished career at The University of Queensland, as well as serving as Chairman of the BGS Board of Trustees. Bryan was conscious of taking the opportunities provided to him at BGS and believed the School offered boys an ideal precursor to university. Rugby games against Churchie and Nudgee were always a highlight, and he was a regular in the second row. At University, Bryan followed in his father’s footsteps and majored with Geology honours in 1956. From there, he moved to the Bureau of Mineral Resources, which was the Federal geological group based in Canberra.
“I started my career as a Federal public servant in Canberra, but was equally determined not to end that way,” he said. Bryan was bonded to the BMR for five years as a condition of his Atomic Energy Commission Scholarship. He saw out his bond and moved to the private sector in 1968. His initial involvement in mining was frustrating, unable to convince his company of a golden opportunity to orchestrate the redevelopment of gold mining at Meekatharra. Another party jumped in and turned Meeka into a major open-pit gold mine. He wasn’t going to let a similar opportunity slip through his fingers again. That second chance came after a subsequent employer was taken over, and Bryan and his partner orchestrated a management buyout of its Australian mineral interests. These assets were then floated on the stock exchange as Pan Australian Mining. Bryan retained a controlling interest in the company, and in a gold prospect at Mount Leyshon that was developed into a major gold mine, using heap leach technology. In his capacity as Managing Director, Bryan secured the services of former Deputy Prime Minister Doug Anthony AC as Chairman. After Mount Leyshon, Bryan’s involvement in the minerals industry flourished. As Chairman of PanAust Ltd, he oversaw the development of two major copper gold and silver mines in Laos. He was also involved in PNG nickel and cobalt development as Chairman of Highland Pacific. He later became the founding Chairman of the Queensland Gas Company, which blazed a trail in establishing the coal
seam gas and liquefied natural gas business in Queensland. In addition to his business success, Bryan has contributed to research and the broader development of the minerals sector. In 1991, he provided the initial funding that led to the establishment of the Bryan Research Centre (BRC) in honour of his father. Based at The University of Queensland, the BRC operates within the Sustainable Minerals Institute, bringing together expertise to overcome challenges facing the mineral exploration sector. Bryan became the first Honorary Life Member of the Queensland Mining Council in 1995. He was instrumental in the development of the council, which would later evolve into the Queensland Resources Council. In 2009, Bryan was inducted into the Queensland Business Leaders Hall of Fame. In the same year, he began perhaps his most significant project, the establishment of the Bryan Family Foundation. The Foundation centres on empowering young Queenslanders from disadvantaged backgrounds through focused education. “I had been blessed career-wise,” he said. “I’d had tremendous support in the regions. However, I had seen the terrible inequalities in these communities, and I wanted to do my bit towards closing the gap.” The Bryan Foundation has disbursed more than $20 million to philanthropic groups, mainly in the education and training space, that are creatively addressing the challenges faced by vulnerable young Queenslanders. In 2013, Bryan was awarded the QRC Medal for his long
and outstanding contribution to the State’s resources industry. In the same year, he became a Member of the Order of Australia for services to the mining industry and philanthropy. It is 70 years since Bryan first walked through the front gates of BGS as a student; his children and grandchildren having since followed in his footsteps. Associate Professor of Earth Sciences at QUT Scott Bryan, (Bob) Bryan’s son, graduated in 1987 and his grandson Lucas is currently enrolled, with younger brother Sebastian soon to follow. Another grandson, Tom Simes, graduated in 2016. Tom is the son of Bryan’s daughter Jill, her husband Michael ’79 also an Old Boy. Bryan recalled Tom’s comment that coming from a small public school in Brookfield to BGS was like moving from a small pool in which he excelled to a great big pond. “Tom had to work much harder to get to the top in that pond,” he said. In reflecting on three generations at BGS, Bryan advised today’s students to make the most of their time at the School. “Students should absolutely make the most of the educational opportunities available, it is the best possible grounding for future careers,” he said. “If you are prepared to take calculated risks and have done your homework, there’s every chance that you are going to do well career-wise too.” In 2020, Bob made a significant gift to the development of the STEAM Precinct. He hopes his contribution will mean more BGS boys graduate with an interest in pursuing science and engineering-related careers.
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Farewell to a living legend
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Ron Cochrane leaves behind an almost 40year legacy at Brisbane Grammar School that has touched the lives of thousands of students and staff. His decision to retire brings an end to a career at BGS that included 19 years as Head of Boarding and 20 years as Director of Sport. Consistent across his time at the School was his passion for the BGS and GPS communities. His extensive knowledge reflects not only the length of his service but also his genuine connection to, and fondness for, the BGS community.
His unparalleled ability to recall sporting moments and statistics of both students and professional sportsmen has endeared him to many.
Mr Cochrane has a remarkable coaching record in cricket and rugby. Those who have been coached by him know his passion for schoolboy sport and his commitment to transforming boys into gentlemen through lessons of sport and competition. His leadership of BGS Sport has positioned the School for future success. He has developed and led a high-achieving team of directors and head coaches, instilling the importance of teamwork for the benefit of students. Always learning and embracing positive change, Mr Cochrane was an innovator at BGS. His recent addition of a live weekly coaching
commentary has reached his strong BGS Sport social media following. While parents and teachers appreciate his insights, the boys also follow ‘Ronnie’ to keep in touch with everything sport at BGS. Mr Cochrane is a renowned connector of people. Should he discover your background or interests align with someone he knows, an introduction is arranged and soon you are talking to a new friend. His unparalleled ability to recall sporting moments and statistics of both students and professional sportsmen has endeared him to many. Throughout the GPS100 celebrations in 2018, Mr Cochrane took a leading role in connecting people across all nine GPS schools; sharing stories, recounting historical moments and showcasing our history. This was similarly the case in the leadup to the BGS150 celebrations, also in 2018. As a valuable member of the BGS Sesquicentenary History Committee, his rich historical knowledge laid the foundations for the Light Dark Blue publication. Beyond his work, Mr Cochrane was a friend to many. Together with his wife Rhonda, who sadly passed away in 2019, the Cochranes were an institution at BGS. They are parents to Old Boy Gareth Cochrane ’01 and Elizabeth Cochrane who attended BGGS. To Mr Cochrane, we thank you for your service to Brisbane Grammar School. You are a living BGS legend. Ron Cochrane is seeking to establish a full bursary to give boys the opportunity to attend the School. To support the Ron Cochrane Bursary contact Inma Beaumont Telephone 0407 996 794 Email inma.beaumont@brisbanegrammar.com
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BGS Funds review BGS Deductible Gift Recipient Fund review The School has three funds with Deductible Gift Recipient status: the Building Fund, the Bursary Fund and the Library Fund. The Rules for Deductible Gift Recipient Funds (25 September 2018) and the BGS Bursary Fund Investment Strategy (6 December 2018) prescribe the governance obligations of the Finance Committee for funds held and invested in the School‘s DGR Funds. The objective of the BGS Bursary Fund is to generate sufficient earnings from its corpus base to fully fund needs-based bursaries, without eroding said corpus, or requiring financial subsidy from the operating cash flow of the School.
Investment overview At 31 December 2019, the combined funds of the School’s DGR Funds were invested in the Queensland Investment Corporation (QIC) Growth Fund, ANZ Bank (for immediate-needs liquidity) and shares as follows:
Core Investment Profile
QIC Growth Fund Asset Allocation
31 December 2019 ($000) Shares ANZ Bank QIC Growth Fund
$320 $830 2% 4%
Foreign currency, 10%
$17,080 94% Global equities, 40%
Alternative assets, 30%
Cash, 10%
Fixed interest, 10%
Alternative assets comprise real estate, private equity, insurance-linked securities, and liquid managed funds.
QIC Growth Fund Performance QIC Growth Fund (‘Fund’) performance is summarised as follows: • Positive earnings of 16.40% for the year ended 31 December 2019; • Positive average earnings of 7.47% for the five years ended 31 December 2019; and • Positive average earnings of 7.97% for the ten years ended 31 December 2019. The earnings of the Fund over the longer term are considered reasonable, and no change in strategy is presently contemplated. Positive earnings were driven by positive returns in global and Australian equities, fixed interest and cash, alternative assets and the appreciation of the Australian Dollar.
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Investments in shares At 31 December 2019, the following investments in donated shares were held by the DGR Funds:
DGR Fund
Market Value $
Bursary
$48,000
Building (STEAM)
$273,000
Distribution of funds The interest received from DGR corpus funds was distributed as follows throughout the year ended 31 December 2019:
Bursary Funds
# Students supported
Amount
Needs based
42
$994,000
Indigenous
2
$111,000
Total
44
$1,105,000
Other
Amount
Building Fund
$4,000
Library Fund
$4,000
Total
$8,000
Bursary Fund Activity Year Ended 31 December 2019 The below graph reconciles the movement in the Bursary Fund for the year ended 31 December 2019 in thousands. 16,000
4,266
14,000
2,036
13
53 1,158
12,000
10,000
15,500 8,000
6,000
10,396 4,000
2,000
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STUDENTS
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Contact Inma Beaumont Executive Director – Advancement and Community Relations Telephone +61 7 3834 5212 Mobile 0407 996 794 Email inma.beaumont@brisbanegrammar.com
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