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EREA Touchstones
Continuing the legacy of Edmund Rice
Cover: CBC Fremantle Old Boys on the inaugural Peru Immersion. Clockwise from centre back: Daniel McLaughlan (‘10), Adam Galiano (‘10), Mr Adrian Correia, Tony Ziegelaar (‘16), Callam Cox (‘10), Will Grant (‘10), Peter Grosser (‘68), Jacob Chance (‘10), Jake Ziegelaar (‘09), Tom Wilcox (‘10) and Paul Ziegelaar (‘81).
Touchstone is a magazine for the CBC Fremantle community. Editor and designer Cherie Butcher Stories Keane Bourke and Cherie Butcher Photography Keane Bourke, Cherie Butcher and the CBC community Proofreading Michelle Ainsworth and Shaun Kenny To contact Touchstone, please email touchstone@cbcfremantle.wa.edu.au.
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From the Principal It is my pleasure to provide an introduction to this latest edition of our College magazine. This particular issue has adopted the Touchstones as its theme, which were implemented by Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA) as measures of the authenticity of each of their schools. At CBC Fremantle we are continually asking how we can further incorporate the four Touchstones of Liberating Education, Gospel Spirituality, Inclusive Community and Justice and Solidarity into our daily practice. Throughout history and before more sophisticated assaying methods were devised, the purity of gold or silver was determined by using a touchstone. This was usually a black stone such as flint which registered a streak when a precious metal was struck against it. The nature and colour of the streak determined the authenticity and purity of the metal. It is not difficult to see why this metaphor was appealing to EREA when they decided to adopt the term touchstone to designate the guiding principles which would determine ‘true north’ for each of their schools. At CBC Fremantle we are constantly called to evaluate the operation of the College against these four key indicators: Liberating Education – Are we a community that challenges the norms of society, provides an alternative voice and prepares students to
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shape a better world? Do we understand that true freedom does not mean the capacity to do what we want, but the freedom to choose what is right? Gospel Spirituality – Are we a reflective and prayerful community? Do the values of compassion, justice and peace characterise all that we do at the College? Inclusive Community – Is our school a place where all students feel safe and nurtured? Do we embrace and celebrate diversity? Justice and Solidarity – Do our programmes reflect an understanding of our calling to advocate for the marginalised? Do all members of our community feel justly treated and seek the same justice for others? While providing quality in the traditional areas of academic, cultural or sporting programmes will always be a priority for CBC Fremantle, the Touchstones serve to remind us that an education at our school has far deeper significance. Mr Shaun Kenny Principal
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“While providing quality in the traditional areas of academic, cultural or sporting programmes will always be a priority for CBC Fremantle, the Touchstones serve to remind us that an education at our school has far deeper significance. �
Year 11 students Kyle Kennedy, Alexander Faccin and Robert Hoy with Mr Kenny
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“...the Touchstones seek to be active values in order to become more deeply embedded in the students’ understanding of their own self and identity.”
CBC Old Boys in Peru continuing the legacy of Blessed Edmund Rice by walking in solidarity with people living in poverty. Read more on page 36.
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EREA Touchstones continuing the legacy of Edmund Rice
As a Catholic school in the Edmund Rice tradition, CBC Fremantle embraces the four guiding Touchstones of the Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA) charter. The Touchstones perpetuate the legacy of Blessed Edmund Rice, the founder of the Christian Brothers, and capture the character and culture of EREA schools. At CBC, the Touchstones lay at the heart of the College’s philosophy of excellence in education and exemplary pastoral care and are deeply embedded in every aspect of the transition of today’s boys into tomorrow’s gentlemen. An education at CBC Fremantle challenges its graduates to be independent thinkers with the courage and persistence to confront injustice in our society. It decries the mediocrity so often prevalent in popular culture, and encourages our young men to discover what has worth in this world and to place value upon it. To nourish this development, the College fosters a culture of critical thinking, resilience, selflessness, accountability and inclusivity, concepts that are clearly articulated in the four EREA Touchstones. To be effective in the development of tomorrow’s gentlemen, the Touchstones are designed to be active values in order to become more deeply embedded in the students’ understanding of their own self and identity. That is, the Touchstones are engaging, dynamic learning adventures which, in an environment of unconditional >> touchstone | Vol 5 No 1 Winter 2017
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support, encourages the confidence to take appropriate risks and to be engrossed in the experience.
“The experience is often challenging and confronting, but the inevitable outcome is a deeper compassion and empathy for humanity.� While CBC Fremantle incorporates the Touchstones in all areas of the curriculum and co-curricular activities, the College’s Immersion programme is a particularly powerful means of facilitating a deeper understanding of the world, thereby providing the momentum to make it a better place.
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The College offers Immersions to Kiwirrkurra in the Pilbara and Maasin in the Phillipines, while Lima in Peru was recently added to the programme to commence in 2018. Many CBC students have had their lives changed irrevocably by the opportunity to stand in solidarity with people living in poverty or in marginalised communities. The experience is often challenging and confronting, but the inevitable outcome is a deeper compassion and empathy for humanity.
The Touchstones Liberating Education We open hearts and minds, through quality teaching and learning experiences so that through critical reflection and engagement each person is hope filled and free to build a better world for all.
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The Touchstone of Liberating Education builds awareness of oppression and marginalisation on the community and global level and seeks to enable students to challenge dominant cultural values and ask the difficult questions. Skills such as critical reflection and independent thinking encourage confidence to confront injustice and the tenacity to persevere when challenged. In action, Christian Service Learning provides a particularly tangible commitment to this Touchstone, with students being able to engage in activities that assist members of the community who are in need. Understanding the plight of the marginalised cultivates an appreciation of privilege and a commitment to building a better world for all, while providing service gives students a true sense of integrity and purpose.
Left: Millen Sjerp (Year 12) at Edmund Rice Day with visitors from the Edmund Rice Refugee Centre in Mirrabooka. Right: Nicholas Watson (Year 12) helping out with the Disabled Surfers Association of WA.
Gospel Spirituality We invite all people into the story of Jesus and strive to make his message of compassion, justice and peace a living reality within our community. At CBC, we believe that Gospel values are immutable and may be embraced equally by people of all faiths. The teaching of Jesus promotes the inherent dignity of all, while encouraging empathy and a commitment to non-violent practices. >> touchstone | Vol 5 No 1 Winter 2017
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Spirituality is considered to be a way of living that is open to and energised by a connection to the sacred love of God. By equipping students with a passion for justice, a heart for compassion and desire for peace, as modelled by Jesus Christ, tomorrow’s gentlemen are challenged to live with a spirit of gratitude and joy that reveres the sacredness of all things. Gospel Spirituality is honoured through the College’s Liturgical celebrations that affirm faith traditions and a strong community spirit. Developing skills of reflective practice and contemplation allows space for growth and self-awareness. Inclusive Community Our community is accepting and welcoming, fostering right relationships and committed to the common good. Building a better world begins with building positive relationships in our community. Nurturing the dignity of every member encourages open and honest connection, which strengthens understanding. This can result in challenges to our own personal values, which can be unsettling and confronting, but can also offer the greatest opportunities for growth by forcing us to reconsider our preconceived ideas. In the tradition of Edmund Rice, who was committed to breaking down barriers that perpetuate the social divisions of an unjust world, for more than a century CBC has sought to offer affordable education with excellent pedagogy, providing students with the best possible
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environment to realise their potential, no matter what their background may be. The College honours this commitment at all levels, with a programme of events, service opportunities and social and behavioural policies that nurture healthy relationships. Positive role-modelling and leadership from senior students contribute to a climate of respect and friendship where students appreciate their own role in building a welcoming and accepting community. Justice and Solidarity We are committed to justice and peace for all, grounded in a spirituality of action and reflection that calls us to stand in solidarity with those who are marginalised and the Earth itself. As a faith community, CBC is inspired by the deep humanity modelled by Jesus Christ, who honoured the love of God by advocating for the marginalised and speaking out against injustice. In the light of the teachings of Jesus, affirmed by the prophets in the Old Testament, we understand that God’s love extends to all of creation and we are called to live in respectful harmony with the Earth. CBC’s faith formation and religious identity brings authenticity to the College’s justice and service programmes that provide opportunities for the young men at the College to open their hearts and minds to the plight of people in need in our community and around the globe. Indigenous Education activities and Immersions encourage the building of deep relationships of solidarity and a lasting commitment to justice and peace.
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Left to right from this page: King of the Cloisters at House Week; Patrick House celebrate winning the House Senior Indoor Soccer competition; Joshua Jackson (Year 10) in the Debating activity; Alexander Stapleton (Year 12) and Tim McClelland (Year 10) in Battle of the Bands.
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House Week raises the roof CBC Fremantle’s inaugural House Week celebration was a massive success, with the entire College community supporting more than 30 associated events. Over the course of the week, the four Houses competed for pride and glory in a variety of sports, including AFL, indoor soccer, basketball and even table tennis. The festivities also included a race around the Cloisters, a Battle of the Bands, a Debating competition, ‘CBC’s Fastest Arm’, and concluded with the World’s Greatest Shave. The King of the Cloisters was a new favourite for many, with one boy from each House competing in a race to find each year group champion, with a final super relay for the king of kings. Parents were not left out of the fun and were encouraged to come to school early with their sons
to enjoy a special House Week Breakfast in the Cloisters. Parents were also invited to attend an extended Mentor period, meeting their son’s teacher and discovering first-hand the organisational and community benefits of this first class of the day. Although the week was great fun for the entire CBC community, it also provided students with a chance to exhibit the qualities of a CBC gentleman. Boys were able to experience the value of giving their best in their chosen fields, while also helping the ‘other’ in their lives through the charitable element of the festivities. The week’s activities generated points that contribute to the coveted Wedd Cup House competition, which is announced at the end of the year. touchstone | Vol 5 No 1 Winter 2017
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Close shave for a good cause
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Ned Marshall’s head of wavy auburn locks hit the floor as the Year 12 Prefect honoured the memory of his dad and braved the shave for a worthy cause. As part of the World’s Greatest Shave, Ned organised a contingent of CBC gentlemen to help raise more than $6,000 dollars for the Leukaemia Foundation, which will be used to support Australian families and fund vital research into the disease. “Both my Dad and a close family friend were affected by leukaemia in recent years,” Ned said. “My family and I felt the impacts pretty heavily, so it’s as much for them as it is for everyone else, and for families who may be diagnosed in the future.” The boys had raised more than $4,000 before the event even began, and Deputy Principal, Mr Domenic Burgio, and Head of Rice House, Mr Adrian Correia, offered to also suffer the shears and help boost the donation total. “I paid 40 dollars for a haircut three weeks ago,” Mr Burgio said, “But this cut is priceless. It’s great
to see our boys behind such a worthy cause; the support has been tremendous. “Cancer has cast a dark shadow over my family for many years,” Mr Burgio said. “Having lost my mother and three of her siblings to this insidious disease, and after testing positive to the BRCA2 gene, I had a double mastectomy last year, and one of my daughters will undergo the same procedure this year.” “Raising awareness and money for a cure is close to my heart, and the real courage is shown by those who have fought and continue to fight cancer.” A number of boys also chose to spray colour their hair, as a more temporary way of supporting the cause.
Left: Ned Marshall under the clippers to raise funds for the Leukemia Foundation. Above: The World’s Greatest Shave participants.
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inspiration in italian When learning a language, the next best thing to visiting the country is to have the country visit you, as Italian students at CBC Fremantle have discovered. The Languages classroom has benefitted from the conversational skills of Italian university students, who have inspired and encouraged the boys in their studies of the Italian culture. Alessandra Luatti was one of the undergraduate students who became a member of the College community for a term, assisting Italian teacher, Ms Silvia Romagnoli, in the classroom. The native of Milan finalised her degree in Modern Languages, specialising in English and Spanish, before being accepted into the competitive Italian Assistant programme, run by the West Australian Association of Teachers of Italian (WAATI).
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The Italian Assistants are hosted with local families, helping out in the home in return for accommodation and assistance with transport. Host language students also gain an ‘onsite’ teacher, with help on hand for studying assessments and completing homework. The benefit of the Assistant programme is mutual, and 23 year old Alessandra said she learned a lot of ‘Australian English’, particularly the colloquialisms and accent that differentiates Perth from the rest of the country. WAATI also organises student exchanges to Italy to provide the full experience of learning the language.
Above: Zachary Earl and Anthony Cutri (both Year 10) with Ms Luatti.
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a helping hand for others For some time, Nicholas Watson has been volunteering at St Patrick’s Community Support Centre but this year the College Captain took his commitment one step further. Inspired by his time at the Edmund Rice Camp for student leaders, Nic organised a whole contingent of CBC students to assist regularly at St Pat’s, providing valuable help with the preparation of meals for people experiencing homelessness. Nic has been completely selfless in his service to the community, creating the programme of predominantly Year 12 volunteers on his own initiative and showing up for his shift before school ready to share his infectious smile and warm nature. The young man plans to continue with the volunteer programme as long as he can in his final year at the College, and into the future.
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welcoming Year 7 students CBC Fremantle welcomed the Class of 2022 with a traditional Year 12 guard of honour, honouring the transition of the young boys into their new school, and symbolising their entry into a protective and caring community. Following goodbyes from mums and dads, who were whisked out to a friendly morning tea in the sunshine in the College Cloisters, the boys were introduced to their Mentor rooms where they will begin each day for the rest of their time at the College. This was followed by the opportunity to make friends with their Year 12 buddy.
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The older boys also had the chance to pass on some wisdom to the rookies, showing them around the campus and helping to organise their lockers. The remainder of their first day was spent becoming familiar with their courses, teachers, and laptops, including the SEQTA information system, and the new College passports.
Below: Josh Burke (Year 7) with Huge Salvage (Year 12).
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starting on the right foot An enjoyable weekend walk along the Swan River was made even more special for 250 CBC dads and their boys as they immersed themselves in the College’s powerful Year 7 programme, Share the Journey.
the group listened to a talk from the father of the College Vice Captain in 2012, Steve Doohan, before heading back for the final talk from his son, Ayden, who is a recent graduate from Notre Dame University.
Spending time with your son is a crucial part of his development into adulthood, and the walk highlighted the critical function dads play in the lives of their sons.
The dads then chose a quiet spot around the lake to spend a moment affirming their love and support for their boys, presenting them with a badge as a memento of the occasion.
During the morning, dads shared stories of their past and thoughts of the future with their sons as they leisurely strolled from Point Walter to Bicton Quarantine Park. While having a brief rest,
The morning wrapped up with a sausage sizzle prepared by dads from the Parent Auxiliary, who are the driving force behind the annual walk, now in its sixth year. Above: Dads and their sons at Share the Journey.
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Relays seal CBC’s swim win
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Teamwork proved to be key to CBC’s success in the pool at the ACC A Division Swimming Carnival, with the swim team winning the coveted senior boys’ shield. Despite a slow start to the day, which saw CBC drop as low as fourth in the field of eight schools, the determination and skill of swimmers in the closing events narrowed the gap and secured the victory. CBC’s team of 64 swimmers also placed second in the junior and overall boys’ categories. The carnival highlighted the collective power of CBC’s swim team, with half of the day’s first place finishes coming from relays. A number of boys also showed their strength with brilliant individual performances, with Adam Correia, Michael Cipriano, Anthony Macri, Tremayne Mould and Isaac Pollard finishing first in their races. Year 11 student Hayden Redmond was awarded runner-up Under 17 champion boy, after fantastic efforts in all four of his races.
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Honouring blessed edmund The 255th anniversary of the birth of Edmund Rice was celebrated with a full day of festivities at the College that acknowledged the mission and vision of the founder of the Christian Brothers. The day commenced with Mass in St Patrick’s Basilica, which provided an opportunity for reflection on the important role faith played in Blessed Edmund’s life. Christian Brother and founder of Wheelchairs for Kids, Olly Pickett, delivered the Homily, in which he shared the story of Edmund Rice and explained how he has inspired his own charity work. Then it was back to the College for races, fun games, food stalls and raffles organised by Mentor groups with the aim of raising funds for Edmund Rice charities around the world. The College also hosted a group of refugees from the Edmund Rice Centre in Mirrabooka, who were provided lunch by Food Technology catering guru, Ms Angela Calanni, before joining in some of the activities. The special day brought to life the four Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA) Touchstones: Liberating Education, Gospel Spirituality, Inclusive Community and Justice and Solidarity.
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Left: Mass at St Patrick’s Basilica. Top left: On the Bucking Bull. Top right: Racing the Murray Mile. Centre left: Rice 4 at their coin game station. Centre right: Sumo Suit fun. Right: Mr Leech at the sushi stall run by Morgan 3.
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glamorous evening showcases gentlemen The quality of CBC Fremantle’s gentlemen was on show with a glamorous celebration for the Year 12 students before they focus on their final countdown to graduation. After polishing their moves at formal dancing lessons since Year 10, the Class of 2017 were ready to hit the floor. The preparation not only focusses on learning to dance, the classes also strengthen social etiquette and responsible behaviours for the young men, and the College Ball is a highlight on the Year 12 calendar. Deputy Principal, Domenic Burgio, spoke of the significance of the event in the formation of the good young men who will graduate at the end of the year. “This special evening is a testament to what the boys have learned during their time at the College,” Mr Burgio said. “It is a celebration of the commitment they have shown to their word as a CBC gentleman.” On arrival, the young men of CBC introduced their partner to Principal, Shaun Kenny, as well as College Captain, Nicholas Watson, and his partner, Hannah Hussey, before settling in for a buffet dinner and some delicious desserts.
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This year’s favoured hue with the young ladies was red, with all shades of ruby on the dance floor, and navy suits were a popular choice with the boys.Harry Golding, Nicholas Watson and Henry Scurry began the formal component of the evening, presenting an acknowledgement of country, the College Captain’s address, and leading the event in prayer. The dance floor quickly became the place to be after dinner was served, presenting the senior students with the excuse to let their hair down to some of this year’s hottest tracks, as well as some old favourites. It wasn’t long before it was time for the formal ballroom dancing sets, which gave the couples a chance to put their skills on show with only a little help from teachers, Ms Emily Bowran and Ms Keely Laing. Celebrations continued until just before midnight, when a stream of limos whisked the young adults into the night, ending what had been an evening to remember.
Above: Austin Cawley with Natashia Jorgensen, and Jack Meakins with Lucia Queiros. Below left: Leon Viti with Libby Arthur. Below centre: Henry Rogerson with his partner Jade Fernandes. Below right: Brodie Clark and Saffron Hugill. .
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SWEET MORNING FOR CBC mums CBC boys spent a special morning with their mums at the College Mother’s Day Liturgy, followed by morning tea in the Cloisters.
Fr Sebastian urged boys to take care of their mothers, saying that happy mothers make happy families, which make happy nations.
The annual event highlights the bond between boys and their mums, and reiterates the College’s consistent message to students to show respect to women of all ages at all times.
Year 12 student Nicholas McMahon also spoke to the boys, reminding them to notice the work of their mothers and the important role they play in their formation.
Mr Adrian Correia opened the Liturgy with a moving speech about his own mum and how he is the man he is today because of her example.
Mums and grandmums then enjoyed a delicious morning tea in the Cloisters hosted by the Parent Auxiliary.
Parish Priest, Fr John Sebastian, recalled stories from his own childhood. As one of nine, his upbringing was certainly different to many of the boys, but his message was one that touched the hearts of the entire community.
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Below left: Brothers Izaac (Year 8) and Zachary (Year 10) Coubrough with grandmum Amy Sloane and mum Rachel. Below right: Mr Correia speaking at the Liturgy. Right: Lachlan Murphy (Year 8) and his mum Jo.
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Opening Mass in the College Cloisters.
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Board update
At a recent gathering of all EREA School Board Chairs in Melbourne we reflected upon what the four Touchstones meant to our own schools and communities and how they were lived out in our day to day activities. It was encouraging to hear the ways that so many others across Australia are demonstrating their authenticity as an Edmund Rice school, true to the charism that is the foundation of the ministry of our educational endeavours. Proudly, I was able to accredit CBC Fremantle as being wholehearted in its commitment and striving for these ideals of Liberating Education, Inclusive Community, Gospel Spirituality and Justice and Solidarity. We share with all our fellow EREA schools around the country the genuine desire to embrace these Touchstones so they become a reality and the very DNA of our existence as an educational institution. The Board at CBC Fremantle actively embraces and promotes these values in its deliberations and overview. We are mindful that becoming
involved with the process and outcomes of business can result in losing sight of the Touchstones and it is a constant challenge to reflect on the ‘how and why’ of what we do, not only for the Board, but also for the College’s leadership team, staff, students, parents and wider CBC community. We navigate times of uncertainty and change in relation to government school funding policy and its consequences for our College by continuous review of our future strategies, decisions and direction to maintain a faithful reflection of the four Touchstones and to remain authentic to the charism of Blessed Edmund Rice. Be assured your College Board is committed to ensuring that CBC Fremantle remains steadfast and dedicated in adhering to the four Touchstones across all aspects of College life. Mr Greg Bruce Board Chair
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Parent Auxiliary activities The Parent Auxiliary has been involved in the usual activities that assist the College in bringing together our community, and I am pleased to report that we have some new recruits who have been helping out at events. In fact, Steven Bell, David Contera and Michael Renton had quite a baptism of fire at the annual Mother’s Day Morning Tea. They joined forces with regulars Mark Hamilton, Jason Tither and David Wauhop and plated up nearly 3,000 morsels of food and served almost 500 teas and coffees for more than 800 mothers, grandmothers and boys who attended the event. I heard it through the grapevine as I was poolside in Bali at the time, and I am extremely grateful to the goodwill and hard work of my PA colleagues at the busiest event on our calendar. Open Day was another huge event, and the barbeques were in full swing the whole afternoon. We fed and watered the visitors and had a chat after their tours. It is a great way to feel part of the College and Petria Fourie, Philip Hoy, Lauren Neville and Leon Yurack were amazing in stepping up to help out. Share the Journey was also extremely successful. All of the dads who volunteer to help on the day really enjoy this event. We were privileged to see the Year 12 Prefects show their teamwork and
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leadership qualities as they stood side-by-side with us and prepared the sausage sizzle and dealt with the logistics of the day. However, the best part is being able to see the young lads in Year 7 spend quality time with their dads and start their journey at CBC on the right foot. It makes the heart feel good to know that the programme has been successful for so many years and is appreciated by our community. Mark Hamilton, Nga Holmes, Joyce Merenda and Brenda Munro were the hard-working team behind the Year 7 Morning Tea; they were ably supported by older students who just pitch in and get on with it. The young men of CBC are a pleasure to work with at any time. The Year 7 Parent Wine and Cheese evening was fun and we were delighted to see some old faces mixed in with the new, and quite a few of the teachers stayed to have a chat as well. That’s one thing that really stands out to me at these events – there’s no ‘us and them’ at CBC Fremantle. We are all one big friendly bunch who get on with the job of being a great community for our young men to learn and grow in. We look forward to another exciting semester of being able to provide support and collegiality to the College. Mr John Atkinson Parent Auxiliary President
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Above left: Veronica McPhail, Tim Kullack, John Atkinson and Joyce Merenda at the Year 7 Parent Wine and Cheese evening. Above right: Mother’s Day Morning Tea. Below: During Share the Journey.
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glen sets recumbent racing world record CBC Maintenance team member, Glen Lacey smashed the World Recumbent Racing Association’s Masters one hour record over the April school holidays. Mr Lacey’s arduous training regime paid off and the super fit cyclist beat the record by 800m, covering a distance of 36.382km in one hour in his unfaired recumbent trike at the Ford Proving Track in Geelong.
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The record was set in the very same trike Mr Lacey commutes to work in, and a few alterations were necessary to make the vehicle as aerodynamic and as light as possible. A carbon wheel was installed on the rear and anything that wasn’t entirely necessary was stripped off until the mean machine weighed a mere 14kg. Normally more at home in King Gee overalls, Mr Lacey also pared back his clothing, wearing
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lycra for the first time in his life and sporting an aerodynamically designed helmet. The world record was observed and recorded by WRRA officials and supervised by Ford at their constant speed track, which is a 4.7km banked oval. Mr Lacey rode eight laps to become the best in the world, and was not even sure he had been successful until the result was calculated almost 15 minutes after the race.
While very pleased with his world record, the Maintenance hero says he has no plans for repeating the experience. “Pushing yourself to the raggedy edge two or three times a week in training is just too hard,” Mr Lacey said. “I’m going to have a rest and go back to riding for pleasure.”
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Old Boys’ Association
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From the President My first official function as the new President of the Old Boys was to attend the All Ages Reunion and Alumni Recognition Awards evening and congratulate my predecessor, George Ayres (’50), on his long and generous service at the helm of the Association. George has been a stalwart champion of the Old Boys’ Association throughout its history and his experience has been much appreciated by the committee and the College. George’s involvement with the community continues as he will remain on the committee, and I am extremely grateful for his support as we transition into the next phase of leadership. The Old Boys just go from strength to strength. The All Ages Reunion is growing in popularity from its inception in 2016. The highlight of this special evening is the Alumni Recognition Awards and I congratulate the fine men who were recognised for their outstanding service and commitment. Daniel Fatovich (’76), Alessandro Alberti and Massimo Iustini (’09)
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CBC OBA dates 2017 and Tyrone Thwaites (’08) received acclamation for their incredible service, talent and leadership, and you can read more about their endeavours in the article on the Awards on page 40. It was with great pleasure that the Old Boys’ committee assisted a group of alumni to build a house for a family in need in Peru. On your behalf, $2,500 was donated towards material to complete the home and to go towards the construction of another. Ten Old Boys took the funds to Lima and worked extremely hard to complete the projects in just 10 days. I am very proud and humbled by the service of these extraordinary men and, on behalf of the Old Boys’ Association, I thank them for being such fine representatives of our brotherhood.
OVER 60S’ MORNING TEA THURSDAY 14 SEPTEMBER
CLASS OF 1997 REUNION friday 6 OCTOBER
We have a full year planned, with the Over 60s’ Morning Tea scheduled for September and reunions for the Classes of 1997, 2007 and 2012 are in October. Make sure you mark the dates in your calendar now. I look forward to seeing you at one of these events and thank you for your support of the Old Boys’ Association.
CLASS OF 2007 REUNION FRIDAY 6 OCTOBER
Mr Terry Iannello (‘59) Old Boys’ Association President
CLASSOF OF2012 2007REUNION REUNION CLASS FRIDAY 6 OCTOBER SATURDAY 7 OCTOBER
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“sharing the experience of the people of peru turned poverty around for the gentlemen of cbc and they witnessed a community rich in spirit and love.�
Clockwise from top: Will Grant, Jacob Chance, Callam Cox, Jake Ziegelaar, Adam Galiano, Tony Ziegelaar, Daniel McLaughlan, Tom Wilcox and Adrian and Kate Correia with students and staff from Fe y Allegria; painting the casita; Jake Ziegelaar, Jacob Chance and Callam Cox.
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Tomorrow’s gentlemen beyond borders Ten CBC alumni are undeniable proof that the values of a CBC gentlemen last forever as they gave it their all during the College’s first Old Boy immersion to Peru. Peter Grosser (‘68), Tony Ziegelaar (‘16), his father Paul (‘81) and his brother Jake (‘09) were joined by Jacob Chance, Callam Cox, Adam Galiano, Will Grant, Daniel McLaughlan and Tom Wilcox from the Class of 2010 for the 10 day experience. The Old Boys’ Immersion was the brainwave of Head of Rice House, Mr Adrian Correia, who travelled to Peru with CBHS Lewisham in 2016 to investigate the possibility of a CBC immersion in the future. The response to his invitation to Old Boys was overwhelming and the 10 vacancies for the trip were rapidly filled with alumni eager to embrace the opportunity to travel beyond borders to stand in solidarity with people living in poverty. The Old Boys rose to every challenge in the ambitious plan to build a whole house for a family in need on the outskirts of Lima, and worked like Trojans on the laying of a concrete floor of a brick abode in an impoverished district further out in the hills. The commitment and humble service of these CBC graduates to the
people of Lima not only included applying themselves to hard physical labour, the love and goodwill of this league of extraordinary gentlemen shone through with the hours spent playing and chatting with the students at fellow Edmund Rice school, Fe y Allegria 26 in Canto Grande. The school provided a warm welcome to their guests with traditional music and dancing displays and gifts of handmade crosses constructed from old school desks. Then it was time for a serious game of volleyball between the visitors and the students in front of the whole school. Before the match, the CBC team delighted the crowd by pulling off their black immersion shirts to reveal red and white Peru soccer strips. Nobody was entirely sure who won the game but the Old Boys captured a lot of hearts that day with their irresistible good humour and verve for life. Enjoying the simple kindnesses and joyful appreciation of the folk living in the casitas, which are little more than wooden shacks without any running water or private conveniences, was a profound experience for the Old Boys. Callam Cox’s smattering of Spanish came in handy for simple translations, but language was scarcely a barrier during the games and simple conversations with the locals. >> touchstone | Vol 5 No 1 Winter 2017
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The group also spent time with Sister Clare, an Irish nun who has devoted her life to helping the thousands of Peruvians from the mountains who fled to Villa El Salvador in the south of Lima to seek refuge from violence and poverty during the nation’s turbulent history from 1980 to 1992. More than 25,000 Peruvians lost their lives in the war between the guerrilla movement, ‘The Shining Path’, and the forces of order, and billions of dollars of public facilities were destroyed, compounding social and economical problems in the developing country already reeling from natural disasters. Sister Clare arranged a visit to the House of Abandoned Babies, which touched the heart of every Old Boy as they sat in the spotless courtyard to play with the infants. The orphanage is run by volunteers and funded with the help of Caritas, the Catholic relief organisation, and the group heard stories of how many of the children are deserted as the result of drug issues and social problems in the slums of Lima. Exploitation of the poor was also experienced first-hand as the Old Boys were welcomed into the homes of local people who work around the clock sewing garments or peeling beans at minimal pay and with no security for the future. Living day-to-day is a part of life in impoverished
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areas around the globe and, with the assistance of Christian Brother Steven Casey as interpreter, the CBC Old Boys were able to ask questions and gain a real insight into the lives of their hosts. However, it was the deep commitment to family and faith that left a lasting impression on the group. Sharing the experience of the people of Peru turned poverty around for the gentlemen of CBC, and they witnessed a community rich in spirit and love. The compassion and genuine respect displayed by the Old Boys for their brothers and sisters made poor by circumstances beyond their control will be remembered by the lives they touched for a very long time. The lasting effect of their devotion – a home for an impoverished family and friendships that extend beyond borders – is truly continuing the legacy of Blessed Edmund Rice. Clockwise from top left: Callam Cox at Fe y Allegria 26; Paul and Tony Ziegelaar wiring up a house; Jake Ziegelaar in the House of Abandoned Babies; a rousing huddle before finishing the concrete work; Paul Ziegelaar, Tom Wilcox, Callam Cox, Tony Ziegelaar, Adrian Correia, Will Grant, Jake Ziegelaar, Peter Grosser, Jacob Chance, Daniel McLaughlan and Adam Galiano; Tom Wilcox, Daniel McLaughlan, Jacob Chance and Will Grant; Jacob Chance with students.
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rewarding our alumni heroes Four exceptional CBC Fremantle Old Boys were acknowledged for their extraordinary endeavours at the 2017 Alumni Recognition Awards in March. Nominations for the three award categories were received by the Old Boys’ committee, and the final winners were outstanding in their service to the community.
in the extended community. Many thousands of dollars have been raised for the cause of addressing mental health as a result of Ale and Massimo’s initiative, but far more important than the money raised is the inspiration they have provided for others who may suffer from the ‘Black Dog’.
Professor Daniel Fatovich (‘76) received the Brother Patrick Kelly Leadership Award, Alessandro Alberti and Massimo Iustini (both ‘09) won the Community category and Tyrone Thwaites (‘08) was presented with the Rising Star.
The Rising Star recipient is regularly heard on Hit 92.9 radio station in the mornings. Tyrone Thwaites made his first broadcasting appearance in television live on Fox Sports as a commentator of his favourite sport, basketball. He continued as a National Basketball League commentator, and also worked for Channel Nine as a presenter on their Today Nine News Perth morning programme. Ty was recently named among Radio Today’s top new talent to watch. The 2008 College Captain is very generous with his time and experience at his old school and often pops in to speak with the students and empower them to achieve their dreams.
Daniel Fatovich completed his emergency training at Royal Perth Hospital in 1990 and since then has gathered an enviable list of awards in his quest for personal excellence and service to the people of Western Australia. He is well known for his research and publications in emergency medicine and in 2006 obtained an academic appointment at the University of Western Australia, within the Discipline of Emergency Medicine. Currently Daniel supervises advanced trainee registrars for the research component of their Fellowship and is a senior adjudicator for ACEM. The joint winners of the Community Award, Alessandro and Massimo, are co-founders of Black Dog on a Lead, an initiative that raises awareness of depression. The project involves an annual walk and has gained huge momentum
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The Alumni Recognition Awards are presented annually at the All Ages Reunion, and highlight the remarkable and diverse accomplishments of the graduates of CBC Fremantle.
Top: Daniel Fatovich, Alessandro Alberti, Massimo Iustini and Tyrone Thwaites. Below left to right: Terry Iannello (‘59) and Tyrone Thwaites, Alessandro Alberti and Massimo Iustini with George Ayres (‘50); Daniel Fatovich and Graham Taylor (‘77).
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Class of 1984: Anthony Tarkka, Mauri Mucciacciaro, Romaldo Ottaviano, Antonio Rizzo and Salvatore Fiorentino.
Class of 1976 reunion.
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seven decades attend reunion More than 120 graduates from the Classes of 1945 through 2016, spanning 71 years of CBC education, gathered in the College Cloisters to catch up with old classmates and support the Alumni Recognition Awards. The annual reunion is a perfect opportunity to celebrate a graduation anniversary, and a large contingency from the Class of 1976 attended the evening, kicking on from their own get-together as they acknowledged four decades since hanging up the green blazer. Tyrone Thwaites from the Class of 2008 was Master of Ceremonies during the special event, stepping down from the microphone to receive his Rising Star award which was announced by recent graduate and MC contender, Paul Jardine-Clarke. CBC Principal, Shaun Kenny, welcomed incoming President of the Old Boys’ Association, Terry Iannello (’59), and thanked George Ayres (’50) for his outstanding service to the committee. Under George’s stewardship, the Old Boys’ Association was resurrected after a hiatus, and has grown considerably since the early days. The evening wound up at 9pm with some electing to continue the fun in Fremantle to make the most of their time together.
Phil Gee (‘92), Samantha Emslie and Jeremy Hvala (‘92)
Class of 2016: Keane Bourke, Paul Jardine-Clarke, Alex Natale and Luke Jakovcevic
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What are they up to now? Broden Olivieri (2013)
Ivo da Silva (1996)
Broden commenced at CBC in the first Year 7 intake and found the conversion to high school particularly difficult. He struggled to focus on his studies until he began to engage with practical electives, including Metalwork, Woodwork, Tech Graphics and Visual Art.
After graduating from CBC, Ivo studied Politics (Public Administration) at Murdoch University. He worked as Legal Secretary at Atkins & Co law firm in London Court, advertising consultant for Ray White Real Estate Corporate and Law Clerk for the Crown Law Department before starting with the Department of Fair Trading in 2000. In 2011 he was asked to head up the regional office in Kalgoorlie-Boulder as the Senior Regional Officer for a period of three months. Ivo fell in love with the red dirt and moved permanently to the goldfields, working with the community to help consumers, traders, landlords, tenants and many more to resolve disputes.
In his senior years at the College, Broden received Subject Awards for Metalwork and Visual Arts. At the end of 2013, the young graduate was accepted into the West Australian Academy of Performing Arts and he commenced his dream of building sets and crafting stage props. The talented maker now has his own business constructing decorative pieces and items for theatre and film, and regularly holds workshops at CBC teaching his skills and sharing his experience in the industry.
Joseph Hanratty (2009) After CBC, Joe completed a Bachelor of Fine Arts at Curtin University, followed by a graduate diploma in secondary education at Notre Dame. Working as a relief teacher at several Catholic schools, including CBC, allows Joe to pursue his ‘real job’ in art and illustration. Joe has also worked with stained glass artist, Ian Dixon, at Perth Art Glass and is the initial concept artist for DESAV2, Perth’s first electric motorcycle company. The busy artist has recently been focussing on building a body of artwork that explores narrative, mythology and the power of story-telling.
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Ivo became a member of the Boulder City Soccer Club in 2011 and the next year joined the Goldfields Soccer Association in running the sport for juniors and seniors. Since 2014 he has been the President of the Association, looking after some 1,300 registered players and promoting the sport he is passionate about. Ivo is also a mentor for youth through the Kalgoorlie Boulder Council partnership with local schools. In May 2014, Ivo joined the ABC Goldfields/ Esperance team in presenting the weekly Saturday morning sports and leisure programme. Broadcasting from 6.00am to 9.00am and covering a vast majority of the state, he still can’t believe he has been able to interview the likes of Boomer Harvey, Jamal Reiners and many more famous sports stars.
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Main photo: Greg Mattison, Phil Cronan, Mike Pitcher and Daniel Fatovich at the Class of 1976 reunion. Insert: Members of the Class of 1976 in their graduating year.
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a walk down memory lane: at the recent reunion of the class of 1976, Old Boy Mike Pitcher shared his memories of CBC Fremantle. I recently had the privilege of organising the 40th anniversary reunion for the Class of 1976 which was a great success. Forty Old Boys enjoyed a few beers, swapped stories and even sang the old war cry, Boom Chica Boom. To make contact with the guys after so many years was an incredible experience and one we will all cherish for the rest of our lives. The reunion was also attended by Paul Jacobs, who is the son of Mrs Jacobs who worked at the College during the 1960s through to the ‘80s. Mrs Jacobs’ official title was School Secretary, and she also had the responsibility of being the College nurse, bookkeeper and student counsellor. She is an amazing woman, a legend of the school, and we all remember her fondly. I recall my years at CBC as some of the best of my life. A typical day at CBC started by racing to catch the bus, and we would all pile off the bus at Queen Victoria Street and make a mad dash through Fremantle Park, dodging the ‘Hobos’ sleeping under the old Morton Bay Fig trees, to arrive at school before the bell rang. We then lined up for inspection and I received the strap on numerous occasions for having dirty shoes or having my tie or cap crooked. I loved my times playing sport at CBC and I was part of the swimming and athletics teams. Br Jack Cleaver literally invented the saying ‘giving a spray’ as he walked alongside the pool deck barking instructions. I was also part of the hockey team and recall our coach and school Principal Br Drake inflicting pain on our ears by playing his bagpipes in the old change rooms after training.
School camps were also exciting times, experiencing trips to Moore River, Rotto, Carnarvon, Waroona, and the first ever class to embark on a trip to Melbourne, Canberra and Adelaide. I’ll never forget our Social Studies teacher, Mr Adams, who organised the interstate trip. For most of us it was the first time on a plane and I’ll cherish the memories forever, in particular seeing a VFL footy match at the MCG. A number of years ago I was travelling in the north-west with my family and we were having dinner at the local pub in Exmouth. To my surprise the band on stage was the CBC brass band, accompanied by Bob Rose’Meyer. We spent quality time laughing over some of the old stories, particularly the one about his old orange Mini Minor that was always targeted by the graduating class where it was strategically placed between the pillars of the old building. Although discipline may have appeared pretty tough at CBC during my years, I remember the Brothers never held a grudge. They may have given you the strap one minute but then they’d be kicking a footy or playing handball in the yard the next. I loved my years at CBC and the guys I spent those years with, and thank the teachers during those times, namely Mr Richard High, Miss Mary Keenan, Mrs Olga Ellis, Mrs Dullard, Br Peter Hayes, Mr Brian Adams, Mr Frank Schaper, Br Gardner, Mr Bob Rose’Meyer, Mr Owen Leembruggen, Miss Pam Cummings, Br Max McAppion, Br Raymond O’Donahue and Br Peter Faulkner who all gave me and my fellow students an era in our lives that will always be treasured. touchstone | Vol 5 No 1 Winter 2017
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At the beginning of the year, the Class of 2016 returned to the college for the traditional Year 13 breakfast. some of the new old boys shared their plans for the future ...
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Ahern James
Law and Commerce at Notre Dame
Brewster-Jones Thomas
International Relations at Curtin
Allan Nicholas
Pre-Apprenticeship at TAFE
Brown Bailey
Apprenticeship at Global Rewinds
Allen Cameron
Commerce at UWA
Burke Riley
Exercise & Sport Science then Physiotherapy at Notre Dame
Amalfi Baeley
Screen Arts and Theatre Arts at Curtin
Burt Harry
Education at Notre Dame
Bacelic Stephen
Commerce at Notre Dame
Caniglia Harry
Screen & Media for Animation and Game Design at TAFE
Benthien Jasper
Screen Arts and Graphic Design at Curtin
Capozzi Adam
Commerce at Curtin
Bird Harry
Commerce then Law at UWA
Carozza Andre
Pharmacy at Curtin
Blakiston Lachlan
Engineering Enabling Course at Curtin
Caruso Joshua
Computer Science at Curtin
Bockman Ben
Coastal & Marine Biology and Commerce at Curtin
Cipriano Rafael
Nursing at Notre Dame
Bourke Keane
Law and Journalism at Curtin
Costello Mitchell
Commerce at Curtin
Bowater Jack
Medicine at Curtin
Da Silva Alec
Health Sciences at Notre Dame
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Philosophy at UWA then Acting at WAAPA
Iannello Bradyn
Engineering at Curtin
Grant Bevan
Geographical Sciences and Communication & Media Studies at UWA
Jakovcevic Luke
International Relations and Economics at Curtin
Guidi Caiden
Primary Education at Curtin
Jardine-Clarke Paul
International Relations and Journalism at Curtin
Harlick Samuel
Law and Commerce at Notre Dame
Jones Craig
Plumbing pre-apprenticeship at TAFE
Hars Conor
Bioengineering Systems at Melbourne
Legge Cameron
Business at Notre Dame
Hinton Lachlan
Working to earn money for travelling
Leone Gabriel
Exercise & Sport Science at Notre Dame
Hourani Yusef
History of Art
Maddy Irvine Zachary
Pre-Apprenticeship in Electrotechnology at TAFE
Hughes Mitchell
Working and concentrating on football
Mascarenhas Joshua
Financial Mathematics at Curtin
Humphreys Ashley
Tertiary bridging course at Notre Dame
McGrath Mitchell
Science at Curtin
Hunter Adrian
Manager at Hungry Jacks
McGrath Jack
Apprentice Carpenter
Hussey Cian
Commerce and Arts at Notre Dame
McKeown Harrison
Journalism at Murdoch
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McMurtrie Connor
Gap Year
Rifici Gianni
Commerce at UWA
Miles Damon
Computer Science at Curtin
Rowe Nathan
Civil Engineering and Management at Curtin
Minervini Liam
Animal Health and Science at Murdoch
Ryan Ambrose
Education at Notre Dame
Mitchell Isaac
Primary Education (Health and Physical) at Murdoch
Soltoggio Brodie
Commerce at Notre Dame
Moloney Isaac
Health Service Assistance at South Metropolitan TAFE
McKeown Harrison
Journalism at Murdoch
Mooney James
Screen Productions and Marketing at Murdoch
Standley Nathan
Primary Education at Notre Dame
Moreno Matthew
Commerce
Stone Daniel
Commerce at Notre Dame
Muskarovsky Jack
Health Science at Curtin
Sumich Zane
Electrical Apprenticeship
Natale Alexander
Arts and Commerce at Curtin
Terzoudis-Lumsden Emmanuel
Science at Monash
Pace Ryan
Direct Pathway to Medicine majoring in Medical Sciences at UWA
Tomlinson Joel
Nursing at Notre Dame
Page Nicholas
Electrical Apprentice for Cummins Power Generation
Toomath Jacob
Agribusiness at Curtin
Pope Ethan
Engineering at Curtin
Vaughan Riley
Working at Rottnest Express
Power William
Engineering at Curtin
Vivas Juan
Business Law at Murdoch
Pratt Ryan
Commerce at Notre Dame
Walter Jake
IT Networking
Radonich Benjamin
Commerce at Notre Dame
Welsh William
Carpentry at TAFE
Rifici Luca
Commerce at UWA
Ziegelaar Tony
Engineering Curtin University
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Back to CBC
5, 10 and 20 Year Reunions The Old Boys’ Association invites the Classes of 1997, 2007 and 2012 to return to CBC Fremantle for an opportunity to renew friendships and catch up with old classmates.
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Class of 1997 20 Year Reunion
Friday 6 October, 6pm to 8pm, College Tour from 5.30pm followed by drinks and nibbles in the Staffroom
Class of 2007 10 Year Reunion
Friday 6 October, 6pm to 8pm, College Tour from 5.30pm followed by drinks and nibbles in the Staffroom
Class of 2012 5 Year Reunion
Saturday 7 October, 1pm to 3pm for a casual luncheon and drinks in the Staffroom All reunions are compliments of your OBA but RSVP is essential for catering purposes. Please contact events@cbcfremantle.wa.edu.au or telephone 9430 2034 for further information, or visit www.cbcfremantle.wa.edu.au to secure your ticket back to CBC.
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